Asia World Indonesia News Bulletin Magazine - January 2017

NEWS BULLETIN ASIA WORLD INDONESIA

#ConnectingAsiaToTheWorld Issue #13 | January 2017

Pandaw Explores

Uncharted Waters in Borneo

Hotel Rooms Galore

Collier International Property Report Says Bali on the Way to Becoming Home to 74,946 Starred Hotel Rooms.

FESTIVAL MANULUDE AND THE MAUDU LOMPOA

CONTENTS HOTEL Maison Aurelia Sanur

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Grand Nikko Bali Rebrand as

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Hilton Bali Resort

12

Hotel Rooms Galore

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Movenpic Resort & Spa

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Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali

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Rebranding Taum Resort

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AWI INFO AWI News - Grief At The Office

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HR News

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Traditional Indonesian Recipe

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H e l l o January

CONTENTS

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TOUR OF THE MONTH Breakfast atop of batur volcano

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SPECIAL NEWS Pandaw explores uncharted

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waters in Borneo Pagerwesi day

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Tribal People of Indonesia -

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The Banjarese

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Saraswati day

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Opia Dining Destination

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Waroeng Dadong by Tjendana

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Corporation Festival manulude & the maudu

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lompoa

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MESSAGE FROM

GE N E R AL M ANAGE R

Dear valued partners Welcome into the New Year 2017!

Manulude and the Maudu Lompoa. More in this

I hope you all spent a great New Years

News Bulletin.

Celebration.

We are also showcasing new hotels and hotel

Asia World Indonesia had to receive the bad

updates in this News Bulletin edition and please

news on December 26th 2016 that our beloved

check out our Hotels section to find out who is new

Manager for Europe Mr. Achmadi Eko Prastiyandito

or opening soon.

(Didiet) suffered a heart attack and died in Kasih Ibu

And this month I would like to introduce you to

Hopsital in Jimbaran in the early morning hours. We

the Banjarese people, an ethnic local tribe from

have lost a great friend, companion and sunshine

South Kalimantan. More details in this News Bulletin.

of our office. We are still shocked about this huge

And I am also continuing to introduce our Teams

loss. We want to share some memories we have with

to you. This month I would like to introduce our

Didiet in this News Bulletin.

Business Development Manager Mr. Slava Dyugaev

This month in Bali we celebrate the Saraswati day on January 21st and the Pagerwesi day on January 25th ….more in this News Bulletin.

In Indonesia we celebrate the Chinese New Year on January 28th. More in this News Bulletin.

to you.

And last but not least this months “Marcel’s favorite Indonesian recipe for you to cook at home”…….Indonesian Pork Satay. Bon appetit.

I hope you enjoy reading our latest News Bulletin.

And in Sulawesi we celebrate the Festival Kind regards,

Marcel Barmettler General Manager

CEO Renato Domini|renato@asiaworldindonesia.com General Manager Marcel Barmettler|marcel@asiaworldindonesia.com Business Development Manager Slava Dyugaev|slava@asiaworldindonesia.com Customer Service Manager Benjamin Pigneguy |benjamin@asiaworldindonesia.com Finance and Accounting Manager Linda Tjandra|linda@asiaworldindonesia.com MICE Manager Wahyu Listyo Adi|wahyu@asiaworldindonesia.com IT Manager Paulus Wirya Adhi S|wirya@asiaworldindonesia.com Logistics Manager I Gusti A.A. Sunu|sunu@asiaworldindonesia.com Market Manager India Nisha Shrivastva|nisha@asiaworldindonesia.com Market Manager France Geoffrey Berdal|geoffrey@asiaworldindonesia.com Travel Designer & Reservations Africa and Europe Komang Aryawan|aryawan@asiaworldindonesia.com Representative for Australia,New Zealand and Virtuoso Scott Cammell|scot@asiaworldindonesia.com Team Leader Americas, Australia & Virtuoso Welly Jayapranatha|welly@asiaworldindonesia.com Manager Travel Design & Reservations Asia / Middle East Ribut Dwi Santoso|ribut@asiaworldindonesia.com Manager Travel Design & Reservations France Rudi Sulistyawan| rudi@asiaworldindonesia.com The Americas Representative: Douglas Vogl|doug@asiaworldindonesia.com UK & Ireland Representative Gary Bartelings|gary@asiaworldindonesia.com

Questions & Feedback Phone: +62 361 722 188 Fax: +62 361 722 187 E-mail: info@asiaworldindonesia.com Address: Panorama Building 4th Floor, Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 620, Denpasar, Bali, 80228 - Indonesia

I do believe it’s time for another adventure

Padar Island, Labuan Bajo - Flores

Pandaw Explores

Uncharted Waters in Borneo

Vietnam and has been sailing in the Mekong Delta since 2006. The 12-cabin vessel has now been refitted in line with Pandaw standards.

The seven-night “Into the True Heart of Borneo”

12-cabin river cruiser to ply Kapuas River in Indonesia this year. Pandaw, the Asian river cruise company, has revealed plans to launch its first sailings in a remote part of Borneo.

T

he company confirmed that the newlyrenamed Kapuas Pandaw vessel will arrive in Borneo later this month, in time for the launch

of its inaugural expedition on the Kapuas River in West Kalimantan, which is due to commence in February 2017.

The company had planned to send the larger Tonle Pandaw vessel to Borneo, but concerns over the vessel’s ability to clear two bridges prompted the change of plan. It then decided to purchase the former L’Amant boat, which was built in 10

expedition will take passengers along a sevennight journey in the western part of Borneo, flying into the Malaysian city of Kuching and then heading across the border into Indonesia for a river cruise along the Kapuas between Tayan and Lanjak.

“Borneo is not for the faint-hearted,” warned Pandaw’s founder, Paul Strachan.

“No-one has done this before and these are real expeditions in every sense of the word.

“Passengers will have to be flexiblyminded and prepared for a change of plan but as a river experience, with diverse bird life, enriching scenery and a real sense of wonderment as we press on up unchartered waters, it will be extremely rewarding,” he added.

Pandaw

operated

on

the

Rajang

River in Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo, from 2009 to 2011, but had to withdraw due to what it called “shortcomings in the shore excursions” and “environmental issues”.

The company added that its return to the island followed a series of passenger requests, and that its Borneo cruises for 2017 are already almost fully booked.

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MAISON Aurelia SANUR

heart of revered and timeless Sanur – South Denpasar. The opening marks the first property under the Préférence label uniquely, comprising of upscale, charm & heritage boutique hotels.

Maison Aurelia – Sanur offers homey & soothing feeling in the calming comfort of its classic colonial style blended with high-end amenities. Guests

TAUZIA Hotel Management to Debut Maison Aurelia - Sanur by Préférence Hotels.

M

aison

will surely experience a place of discreet luxury & serenity.

“The word choice of ‘Aurelia’ derives from Latin which means ‘golden’ – the color which symbolizes

Aurelia

is

the

first

upscale

strength, luxury & perfection –

while ‘Maison’

boutique hotel by Préférence label

means ‘home’ in French – as we believe our warm

which offers an elegant hideaway

& attentive personnel will make our guests truly feel

from city bustles and daily hassles in the alluring

homely,” said Irene Janti, Chief Brands & Marketing

stretch of Sanur – Bali.

Officer – TAUZIA Hotel Management.

TAUZIA Hotel Management along with PT. SegaraBiruKencana

the

features 54 alluring guestrooms divided into two

opening of Maison Aurelia – Sanur by Préférence

categories: 42 Camelia Rooms of 36sqm & 12

Hotels located on Jl. DanauTamblingan, in the

Magnolia Rooms of 54sqm complete with LED TV

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jointly

announced

Maison Aurelia – Sanur, by Préférence Hotels

with

cable

channels,

Aurelia offers outdoor Jacuzzi,

starting from IDR 980,000nett/

Wi-Fi

swimming pool, beach club

room night.

connection, Bluetooth speaker

access & overall the feeling to

Discover

clock, bottled mineral water,

be home away from home,”

Maison Aurelia simply at www.

coffee/tea

bar,

added Sophie Marivin, Hotel

preferencehotels.com/maison-

safe

Manager

aurelia & @maisonaurelia on

complimentary

convenient

maker,

mini

wardrobe,

deposit box, plush toiletries by Durance, complimentary daily newspapers & working space.

“In addition to the beautifully crafted

guestrooms,

Maison

–

Maison

Aurelia,

Sanur.

more

about

social media.

Be the first to experience

Maison Aurelia, Sanur Hosts

the alluring Maison Aurelia –

Spice

Sanur, by Préférence Hotels at

Edition by Celebrity Masterchef,

introductory

Chris Salans.

room-only

rates

Gastrobar

–

Second

In the attempt of adding more delight to its

of Spice at Maison Aurelia - Sanur are a visual

guests, Maison Aurelia – Sanur offers a captivating

sensation celebrating the Indonesian archipelago

dining experience at Spice Gastrobar - Second

& interpreted with contemporary artisan styling.

Edition, by celebrity masterchef Chris Salans – the

The spicy color palette within the restaurant is

founder of world-famous MozaicGastronomique

literally lifted from the ingredients in the chef’s

Restaurant in Ubud.

kitchen: cassia bark, saffron, curry and coriander.

“Like for the first edition Spice Gastrobar in

“The signature bold zig-zag pattern prevalent

Ubud, we are only using ingredients that are locally

in the tile floors & bar areas are inspired by the

sourced with an emphasis on the surprising flavors

sarongs of paddy field farmers.”

& healing properties of Indonesian aromatic roots,

Installations

of

hand-thrown

upended

herbs & spices,” added Salans, “the cuisine and

terracotta pots are utilized to create whimsical

mixology joyfully combines Indonesian flavors

pendant lamp groupings along the ceiling. And

with western techniques of preparation and

perhaps even more fun & dramatic is the “bottle

presentation such as in Snapper Carpaccio with

chandelier”, created from a cluster of suspended

tamarind croutons &rojak or Jim and Jack – a

wine & liquor bottles that hover over the bar station.

bourbon and jackfruit sensation.” The interiors 13

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PAGERWESI DAY

on January 25th

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our days after Saraswati Day, on Buda (or Wednesday), Kliwon, Wuku Sinta, is Pagerwesi day.

“Pager” meaning fence and “Wesi” meaning iron. On this day, Balinese pray to Sang Hyang Pramesti Guru (manifestation of God). All Balinese have

offerings

to

their

Sanggah

(temple in their home) and at all of their temples. This is the second biggest holiday after Galungan day for the Balinese. The philosophy of this celebration is that they must keep knowledge, health, food, cloth and gold high in their lives to keep the universe in balance.

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Grand Nikko Bali

Rebrand as Hilton Bali Resort Hilton Worldwide and PT. Caterison Sukses have signed a management agreement on Tuesday to re-brand Grand Nikko Bali as Hilton Bali

T

he luxury hotel, perched on a 40-meter cliff on the shoreline of

Sawangan

in

Nusa

Dua,

Bali, will start using the new name on December 1.

“The head office of Okura Nikko Hotel Management stated that Grand Nikko Bali will cease operations on November 30,” Maria Sadipun, a Grand Nikko Bali public relations manager, said. “We will join Hilton Worldwide on December 1.”

William Costley, Hilton Worldwide vice president of operations for SouthEast Asia and India, said there were obvious reasons that make Indonesia a key market for Hilton Worldwide.

“The latest foreign tourist arrival figures,

according

to

Bali

Tourism

Agency, indicate a 17 percent yearon-year increase demonstrating Bali’s unwavering appeal as a destination for global travelers, while domestic travel grew 12 percent in 2015,” he said to The Jakarta Post.

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“We look forward to exploring opportunities to introduce more brands within our portfolio of 13 awardwinning brands in this market, through the right partner, at the right time, and in the right location,” he added.

This will become the third Hilton Worldwide hotel to operate in Bali after Conrad Bali and Hilton Garden Inn Bali, which is located close to Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport. Hilton also has two other properties operating outside Bali, namely Hilton Bandung in Bandung, West Java, and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jakarta - Diponegoro in Jakarta.

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Pura Ulun Danu, Tabanan - Bali

HR NEWS

Slava Dyugaev Business Development Manager

A

sia

World

Development

Indonesia Manager,

Business Mr.

favorite because of the beaches (white or black

Slava

sand), rice fields, mountains and volcanoes,

Dyugaev, come from Togliatti (Russian

history, traditions, art, culture etc. From all the

Federation). He spent most of his school time

places he wants to visit the most are Lake Toba

in Tashkent (Uzbekistan) and also studied in UK

and Raja Ampat. Feel free to contact Sla at:

and worked / lived in Thailand before moving to

slava@asiaworldindonesia.com

Indonesia. Now It’s his sever year in Indonesia.

He has been travelling all around but Bali is his

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Hotel Rooms Galore Collier International Property Report Says Bali on the Way to Becoming Home to 74,946 Starred Hotel Rooms.

T

he latest Hotel Property Report issued in October 2016 by Colliers International

reports

that

the

“upcoming supply (of hotel rooms) in Bali will be dominated by 4-star hotels. The current supply of hotel rooms and those anticipated to be added before year’s end: 5 Star Hotels stood at 17,891 rooms with 1,583 new 5-star rooms expected to be added by year-end 2016.

4 Star Hotels stood at 21,406 with 2,197 new 4-star rooms expected by yearend 2016.

3 Star Hotels stood at 15,729 with 742 new 3-star hotels expected by yearend 2016.

According to the Collier International reports 5,213 new 4-star hotel rooms are “in the pipeline” - meaning under construction are holding permits needed to commence construction.

Similarly, Collier says a further 9,267 5-star hotel rooms are in the pipeline at this time.

Collier International counts 3,258 budget hotel rooms (3 star) in operation in Bali with a further 855 budget hotels in the pipeline.

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Assuming hotels in the pipeline actually materialize, Bali will soon be home to: o 28,741 5-star hotel rooms o 28,816 4 star hotel rooms o 17,389 3 star or “budget” hotel rooms.

Total 74,946 starred hotel rooms open or “in the pipeline” for Bali.

Despite calls for a moratorium on new hotel rooms in Bali to allow both customer demand and the Island’s supporting infrastructure to catch up, regency officials continue to encourage new investment in Bali’s hotel sector.

Movenpick Resort & Spa

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nspired by the traditional 5 Elements of Balinese design and reflecting the fable natural wonder of the region, the Mรถvenpick Resort

& Spa Jimbaran Bali is an idyllic haven set amid meandering pools and lush landscaped gardens.

Location Jimbaran, and its 4 km stretch of pristine beaches, is located to the south of Bali, at approximately 20-30 minutes drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport (Denpasar) and approximately 30-45

Meetings & Events

minutes drive from the main tourist area of Kuta

Mรถvenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali offers a variety of event spaces that provide the ideal

KeyFacts

setting for any occasion. For meetings with style and

- Newly built resort opening in 2016.

banquets with taste, our experienced Meetings &

- 100m walk to Jimbaran Bay and beach.

Events team can arrange anything from intimate

- Access to Samasta Village shopping and cultural

board meetings to fully themed gala dinners.

complex.

- Visas: 30 day on arrival for Australian and New Zealand passport holders.

- Health: no special vaccinations required.

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o Akasa Ballroom:

Meaning open space in

Sanskrit, the Akasa Ballroom can be divided into 3 separate sections or be opened up for plenary sessions and gala dinners.

o Baga Rooms (1,2 & 3): Designed for intimate

o Mövenpick Café (20 seats): A true highlight

meetings of 10-16 guests, these rooms are perfect

of the resort serving a selection of Mövenpick

for workshops and breakout sessions.

delights, including Swiss artisan ice cream, coffee

o The Boardroom: Permanent boardroom setting

and chocolate.

and modern facilities make this a perfect location for executive and high level business meetings for

Rooms and amenities

up to 14 guests.

The Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali features 297 comfortably appointed and tastefully

Dining & entertainment

furnished accommodation rooms and suites. All

An extensive range of dining options catering to all

rooms feature individually controlled

tastes awaits guests:

air-conditioning, modern bathrooms, coffee and

o Anarasa (269 seats): Offers interactive live

tea facilities, mini bar, in-room safe, LED flat screen

cooking stations with ingredients sourced from the

TV’s and complimentary WiFi covering all hotel

local neighbourhood, whilst guests looking for a

area.

Sports and Leisure The highlight of Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran, Bali is the free form swimming pool with an artificial beach area and lap swimming pool, offering a total of 2,900 sqm of pure water fun. Guests who are keen to keep up their fitness routine will have access to the 24 hour gym, whilst those wishing to indulge in a relaxing experience are welcome to visit the spa, which reflects the vast Balinese and Indonesian spa and beauty culture.

more

formal

experience

can

choose

from

internationally influenced a la carte menus. o Above Eleven Sky Lounge & Bar (200 seats): With breathtaking views and a delicious Peruvian inspired menu, this is the place to be at sunset. o Katha Lobby Lounge & Library (25 seats): A great place to relax and unwind over an intimate beverage. o JeJaLa : Providing a vast selection of refreshments to the extensive pool deck area, 213 sun loungers and 8 private cabanas.

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Interconnecting suites for family travelers at

Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali

In order to full fill the customer requests, Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali has built some interconnecting suites which suitable for family travelers. The interconnecting suites are available on Fairmont Suite and Deluxe Suite category.

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airmont Sanur Beach Bali is a world-class allsuite-and-villa luxury resort set amidst four hectares of lush tropical gardens. Only 25

minutes from the Ngurah Rai International Airport, the property is located along 200m of golden beach in the Sanur district in southeast Bali. Once a fishing village, Sanur is today full of historical charm and a hub for Balinese art, culture and tradition well away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the island.

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Contemporary

tropical

living

can

be

experienced across the 120 luxurious suites and villas, where each unit offers expansive space, peace and round-the-clock on-call butler service. Our food and beverage offerings include Layang Layang which specializes in authentic Indonesian cuisine; Nyala Beach Club & Grill serves light meals in the day while at night transforms into a sophisticated poolside dining venue serving Pan-Asian dishes with a twist.

Offering understated elegance, Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali promises to be the best that Bali has to offer, and a haven for guests to revitalize and rejuvenate.

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AWI News

Grief At The Office 26th December 2016 was a dark day in Asia World Indonesia office when we received the news that Mr Didiet Prastiyanditto, is no longer with us after suffering a heart attack. He was a much loved colleague and friend and he will be greatly missed.

Didiet was the Manager - Travel Design & Reservations Africa, Europe of Asia World Indonesia for 7 years before he passed away on December 26th, 2016 and devoted his entire career to the field of Travel Industry. Didiet was a dear friend, colleague and sunshine of Asia World Indonesia office. The staffs and managements are not only grieves at the passing of a tremendous individual, but also send thoughts and prayers to his family at this difficult time.

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Tribal People of Indonesia

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THE BANJARESE

he Proto-Malay people migrated to Borneo

succeeded by the Hindu Kingdom of Negara Daha

in 2500 BC. They were the ancestors of the

in 1400 AD.

Dayak people (Ot Danum people). In 2500

BC, the Deutero Malays migrated to Borneo. The Malay people from Sumatra brought their culture to Borneo in 400 AD. The fusion of the cultures saw the birth of the Upper Banjar language (Bahasa Banjar Hulu). Later, in 520 AD, the Malays formed the Buddhist Kingdom of Tanjungpuri in the presentday region of Tanjung, Tabalong.

In 937 AD, Empu Jatmika built the Hindu Kingdom of Negara Dipa by the river of Tapin. This was the start of the Javanese-style courts in South Kalimantan. The Hindu era in South Kalimantan remained the most remembered period in South Kalimantan’s history. The glory of Negara Dipa was 30

According to history, Prince Samudera, the rightful heir to the kingdom of Negara Daha, was forced to flee the court of because of his uncle’s revolt against him. He was accepted by the people of Bandar Masih (Bandar: port, Masih: Malay people).

Supported by the Sultanate of Demak, he formed a new Islamic Banjar Kingdom in 1526 with Bandar Masih as its capital. The name of Bandar Masih was later changed to its present name Banjarmasin.

Since the 19th century, migration of the Banjarese people went as far as the east coast of Sumatra and Malaysia. In Malaysia and Singapore, Banjarese people are classified as part of the Malay race.

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Pura Goa Lawah, Klungkung - Bali

SARASWATI DAY on January 21st

K

nowledge for

is

very

important

Balinese.

Every

Saniscara,

Umanis, Wuku Watugunung, they

celebrate Saraswati Day, the knowledge day. It is based on the Pawukon (Balinese calendar) system and the Saniscara (seven day cycle).

Saraswati Day Saraswati day is celebrated by the Balinese people by bringing the offerings to their holy books and scrolls in their houses, while students celebrate it at school, usually in the morning, and the office-workers in their office. The philosophy of Saraswati day is that the most important thing for human life is knowledge.

In the afternoon of Saraswati day we are not permitted to read or write the book because all the books are offered. In the evening, called Malam Sastra, people read books (especially religious books) in their houses or in the temple.

About Saraswati The name Saraswati came from “Saras” meaning

flow

and

“wati”

meaning

a women. So, Saraswati is symbol of knowledge, its flow (or growth) is like a river and knowledge is very interesting, like a beautiful women.

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Saraswati is the Goddess of Knowledge, symbolized by a beautiful woman with four hands, riding on a white swan among water lilies to tell humanity that science is like a beautiful woman. Her hands hold a palm leaf; a lontar, (a Balinese traditional book which is the source of science or knowledge); a chain (genitri with 108 pieces) symbolizing that knowledge is never ending and has an everlasting life cycle; and a musical instrument (guitar or wina) symbolizing that science develops through the growth of culture. The swans symbolize prudence, so that one’s knowledge may distinguish between good and evil and the water lilies (Lotus) are symbols of holiness. The Lotus flower is the holiest for Balinese.

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OPIA BALI

Dining Destination

offers a unique destination

OPIA,

Dining

Destination

offers

a

unique

destination worthy venue perched ledge-side of the magnificent Jimbaran quarry that sets the stage for a culinary experience.

E

xecutive

Chef,

Nicolas

Lazzaroni

has

created a bespoke menu that emphasizes the magical environment and surrounding

resources of Jimbaran. Using local and ethically sourced produce from both land and sea to develop an Asian-inspired menu of sharing plates. The menu focuses on serving a contrast of textures, flavors and colors. Dishes are plated with the theme of “modern nature” to highlight the venue’s natural beauty, and the perfect way to dine would be to pair your meal with their world class molecular cocktails.

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OPIA’s menu is designed to invoke elements of interaction

between

diners with the concept of

sophisticated

informal

dining

sharing

plates

and whilst

being relaxed enough to

look

enjoy

around the

and

elements

as a complete dining experience.

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The New Restaurant by Tjendana Corporation

“Waroeng Dadong�

will be opened in 14th January 2017

T

raditionally a very rural cuisine, Balinese food is an experience for all five senses. Explore our exotic

cuisines fueled by an aromatic array of fresh tropical island spices. Our goal is simply to provide you with the rich ingredients and the best authentic taste of Balinese food in Bali. Our Chef and kitchen team has the passion to make you happy and satisfy your appetite.

Savour

a

unique

open-air

dining

experience in the relaxing and enjoy the beauty of the traditional restaurant both interior and exterior while you feast on authentic Balinese specialties.

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TAUM

RESORT BALI

Leaves the Centara Group

Centara’s first hotel in Bali, Centara Taum Resort Bali, rebranded to Taum Resort Bali starting 16th December 2016. The decision was made after the property was no longer managed by the Centara.

L

ocated at Kerobokan, Seminyak, on the sun-set-side West Coast of the internationally-acclaimed

holiday

destination of Bali, the Taum Seminyak Bali is within easy walking distance of Seminyak resort centre and the beach.

The resort is intimately-sized, designed with a distinctive aesthetic flair across a total of 90 rooms, of which the majority are studios, but there are also duplexes complete with private pool as well as twoand three-bedroom units; each with its own spacious private balcony. This serene yet modern complex also includes an extensive swimming pool area complete with sundeck and children’s pool, while the on-site ‘Cense by Spa Cenvaree’ offers a range of wellness and beauty treatments, and body and foot massage rooms, plus the facility encompasses a full-equipped fitness centre.

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The resort is also known for Taum, an all-day restaurant, which serves authentic Indonesian and international dishes as well as a selection of Thai specialties; and Taum Lounge, which has become a byword for innovative cocktails, and also serves wines and spirits and a range of other beverages.

The ITTA Foundation recognizes the kind of dedication that the Taum Seminyak Bali has brought to bear upon all areas of the resort, and its awards are designed to encourage an ever-increasing level of professionalism and creativity in the hotel industry, which is currently the

second

largest

income-

generator within the Indonesian economy as a whole. The ITTA also serves as an invaluable learning and networking center, providing inspiration, ideas and advice to the entire Indonesian hospitality sector.

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Festival Manulude and the Maudu Lompoa Festival Manulude Manulude

is

a

traditional

Sangihe

Talaud way of closing the New Year’s celebrations.

People

prepare

special

cakes and beverages for their guests. It is also a thanksgiving day. Traditional music and dances are staged all night.

The Maudu Lompoa The celebration of Maudu’ Lompoa is one of the religious ritual showing the essence of the Prophet’s birthday occasion held

by Sayyid community in Cikoang, South Sulawesi. Before this ritual celebration begins, they have to past two previous steps purification and preparation steps.

Both of them may be carried out ie. 10 of calender Sapar. The celebration hold on 29 Rabiulawal almost begins immediately after the purification and preparation steps.

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Both of them may be carried out ie. 10 of calender

Prophet’s birthday occasion called as Maulid has an

Sapar. The celebration hold on 29 Rabiulawal

important meaning that all of the God’s creatures

almost begins immediately after the purification

are coming from the ‘Nur Muhammad’. Besides, it

and preparation steps. The celebration of Maudu’

provides goodness and happiness in life before or

Lompoa was held firstly on 11 Nopember 1620 M.

after the dead, so that the Sayyid community has to

(1041 H.) by Sayyid community in Cikoang. It consists

celebrate Maudu’ Lompoa routinely every year. This

of four majestic lessons about ‘Nur Muhammad’ by

ritual is meant to have a sacred relationship with the

a priest coming from Aceh that is Sayyid Jalaluddin.

Prophet’s. Maudu’ Lompoa is a symbol identity for

The lessons was taught four elements that is syariat,

Sayyid community as a loyal lover to the Prophet’s. In

tarekat, hakikat, and ma’rifat which are symbolized

procession, kanre Maudu’ offerings carried by several

by food materials. The rice symbolises of syariat

equipments, such as julung-julung, kandawari, and

meant as a body, the chicken marking of tarekat

bembengan. This ritual used of people compete

meant as a soul or a spirit, the coconut signing of

each other to take the blessings. The celebration also

hakikat signified as a heart and the egg symbolises

arranges with the performing art and the folk playing.

of ma’rifat translated as a secret of God. The food

The development of tourism will further encourage

materials, all of the offerings later will be called as

Maudu’ Lompoa as an tourism object of cultural tour.

kanre Maudu’ and kaddo’ minnya’. The offerings

Key Words: celebration, religion ritual, and performing

mean a sacred symbol for Sayyid community. For the

art.

Sayyid community in Cikoang, the celebration of the

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TRADITIONAL

INDONESIAN Recipe

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INDONESIAN For the Spice Paste:

Ingredients

• 1 (1-inch) knob fresh turmeric, peeled (about 10g), or 1 teaspoon (4g) ground turmeric • 2 stalks lemongrass, bottom 4 inches only,

• 1 cup sweet soy sauce (8 ounces; 240ml) • 1/4 cup sugar (about 2 ounces; 50g), plus more if needed

outer layers and root removed, thinly sliced

• 1 (2-inch) knob ginger, roughly chopped

(about 80g)

• 4 medium cloves garlic, roughly chopped

• 8 medium cloves garlic, sliced (about 60g)

• For the Dipping Sauce:

• 2 small shallots, sliced (about 75g)

• 10 ounces roasted peanuts (285g; about 1 1/2

• 3 whole dried pasilla or guajillo chilies, stems

cups)

and seeds removed, roughly chopped

• 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable or canola oil, divided

(about 40g)

• 1 ounce (30g) tamarind pulp, soaked and

• 2 tablespoons (about 30g) palm sugar or brown sugar

strained (see note above), or 2 teaspoons (10ml) tamarind concentrate

• 2 teaspoons (about 6g) whole coriander seed

• 1 tablespoon (15ml) sweet soy sauce or fish sauce

• 1 tablespoon (about 9g) whole white peppercorns

• Water, as necessary

• Kosher salt

• Sugar, to taste

• 2 pounds (1kg) boneless pork shoulder, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

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For the Glaze:

PORK SATAY Directions 1. For the Spice Paste: Combine turmeric, lemongrass, garlic, shallots, chilies, sugar, coriander, white peppercorns, and 2 teaspoons (8g) kosher salt in a mortar and pestle, working in batches if necessary. Pound into a fine paste. (For an easier method, pound in the mortar and pestle until a rough paste is formed, then transfer to a food processor to reduce to a fine paste. I do not recommend using the food processor alone if you want maximum flavor.) Divide mixture into thirds.

2. Combine pork and 1/3 of spice paste in a large bowl and toss with your hands until all of pork is thoroughly coated in the mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes or up to overnight.

Thread pork onto skewers. To do this efficiently, cut an onion or potato in half and place it on your cutting board. Place a piece of pork on top of it and push through it with the skewer. Repeat until each skewer has about 6 inches of pork threaded onto it. Pork should be pushed together quite tightly. Discard onion half (or grill it) after use. Keep pork skewers refrigerated until ready to cook.

3. For the Glaze: Meanwhile, combine kecap manis, sugar, ginger, and garlic in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Cook until glaze is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Stir in 1/3 of spice paste and adjust seasoning with more sugar as necessary. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh strainer, using the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.

Discard solids. Leftover glaze can be stored indefinitely in a covered container in the refrigerator.

4. For the Dipping Sauce: Pound peanuts in the mortar and pestle until reduced to a rough powder.

Heat 2 tablespoons (30ml) oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add remaining 1/3 of spice paste and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add peanuts, tamarind juice, remaining oil, kecap manis or fish sauce, and 1/2 cup water. Stir to combine. Once liquid comes to a simmer and turns creamy, adjust consistency with more water as necessary to produce a creamy sauce that just barely flows. Season to taste with a little sugar if desired. Leftover sauce can be stored for several weeks in a covered container in the refrigerator.

5. To Cook: Light one chimney full of charcoal. When all the charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and arrange coals on one side of charcoal grate. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill, and allow to preheat for 5 minutes. Alternatively, set half the burners on a gas grill to the highest heat setting, cover, and preheat for 10 minutes. Clean and oil the grilling grate.

6. Working in batches as necessary, place pork directly over hot side of grill. Immediately start fanning coals or flames with a large piece of cardboard or with the hose of a Shop-Vac to prevent flare-ups. Cook, fanning constantly and turning pork occasionally, until pork is cooked through and browned on all sides, about 6 minutes total. Transfer pork to cooler side of grill and brush on all sides with glaze. Return to hot side of grill and cook, turning, just until glaze starts to bubble and get sticky, about 45 seconds. Transfer skewers to a serving platter and repeat until all pork is cooked.

7. Brush pork with another layer of glaze just before serving and serve with peanut sauce on the side or spooned on top.

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Breakfast Atop of Batur Volcano Asia World Indonesia brings you one of the most unique ways to enjoy the magnificent sunrise atop Mt. Batur Volcano. Trek up to the summit and enjoy your picnic breakfast whilst witnessing the dawning of a new day in Bali. A truly signature experience.

W

ake up very early and pick up from your hotel in south Bali by our guide at approx 02.00 hrs. A

90 minutes drive will take you to the starting point. After a safety briefing, along with a local guide, trek up the volcano’s cone for 2 hours.

As you arrive at the top, you will be guided to our Asia World picnic spot where our butler will serve you a light breakfast of tea/coffee and pastries. Relish the moment when the sun is moving up over the horizon with the shimmering view towards the vast crater lake.

After breakfast, descend by the same route to arrive back at the starting point. Along the way, you will see the path of destruction created by the lava flows from the former volcanic eruptions.

The experience ends with a drive back to your hotel.

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Fast Fact - Suitable for FITs or Small Group minimum 2 persons (ideal maximum - 4 persons) - 48 hours advance reservation is required - Return transfer with private AC vehicle - Private basis only (no seat in coach available) - Not suitable for children under 10 years old - What to wear: sport /trekking shoes, sweater or jacket as the temperature can be cold.

- What to bring: hat, sunscreen and sun glasses - Breakfast included - Mineral water and cold towel - English, German, Spanish, French or Italian speaking guide

One of a kind trekking experience completed by a private picnic and highlighted by the magnificent sunrise view.

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