NEWS BULLETIN ASIA WORLD INDONESIA
Hotel Update
Amazing Uluwatu Tour of the month
#ConnectingAsiaToTheWorld Issue #25|January 2018
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CONTENTS HOTEL Wyndham Lands New Upscale Hotel in Lombok
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Fave Hotel Tohpati and Neo Seminyak Bali is
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no longer Under Archipelago International Management The Grand Aston Bali Beach Resort at Benoa Bali
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will be Rebranded soon Conrad Bali Renovation
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Qatar eyes Lombok investment
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Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel & Suites to become
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Prime Plaza Hotel & Suites Sanur - Bali Pramapada Hotel Jimbaran Rebranded to Fox
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Harris Jimbaran Beach Amanusa Bali Will No Longer be part of Aman
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Resorts Group Villa Grasia Resort and Spa Temporary Closure
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Marcel’s Favorite Recipe
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SPECIAL NEWS
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Tribal people of Indonesia -
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The Bakumpai Bali Adventure rebrands to
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Mason Adventure Tumpek Kandang
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Festival Manulude
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and the Maudu Lompoa
TOUR OF THE MONTH Amazing Uluwatu
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This Month Events
General Manager’s
M E S S AG E Dear valued partners Welcome into the New Year 2018.
And this month I would like to introduce
I hope you all spent a great New Year’s
you to the Bakumpai people, an ethnic
Celebration.
local tribe from South Kalimantan. More
We start into the New Year with the
details in this News Bulletin.
Tumpek Kandang celebration here in
And I am also continuing to introduce
Bali on January 20th 2018.
our Teams to you. This month I would like
This month we also have the Festival
to introduce our Auditor Ms. Ayu Suartini
Manulude in North- and the Maudu
to you.
Lompoa in South-Sulwaesi.….more in
And last but not least this months
this News Bulletin.
“Marcel’s favorite Indonesian recipe
We are also showcasing new hotels
for you to cook at home”…….Ikan Kuah
and hotel updates in this News Bulletin
Kuning or Yellow Fish Soup. Bon appetit.
edition and please check out our Hotels
I hope you enjoy reading our latest
section to find out more.
News Bulletin. Kind regards,
Marcel Barmettler General Manager
Escape the ordinary . . .
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HOTEL News Latest news of the villas, hotels and resorts all over Indonesia.
Wyndham Lands New Upscale Hotel in Lombok Wyndham Hotel Group’s growth continues with the strategic expansion of its upscale Wyndham Hotels and Resorts brand into Indonesia’s spectacular Lombok Island, scheduled for opening in mid-2018. The all-suite Wyndham Lombok Sundancer Resort is being developed by PT Wisata Bahagia Indonesia under a management agreement with PT Wyndham Hotel Management, an Indonesian subsidiary of Wyndham
spectacular
Hotel Group. The signing follows Wyndham’s recent
and challenging surf breaks, which
announcement of five newly acquired managed hotels
are among the world’s best. To the
under the upscale Wyndham Hotels and Resorts brand
north of the island lies Mount Rinjani,
and upper-upscale Wyndham Grand® brands in Bali and
Indonesia’s second highest volcano,
Palembang in Indonesia as well as Cam Ranh and Nha
offering outdoor enthusiasts a scenic
Trang in Vietnam. The company currently has more than
ascent to the peak with lush hiking trails
110 hotels throughout South East Asia and the Pacific Rim
leading to waterfalls, hot springs and a
with 11 hotels and resorts branded under its Wyndham
picturesque crater lake. An increasing
Grand, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, and Wyndham
number of regional and domestic
Garden flags.
carriers now fly directly into Lombok
An idyllic island in Indonesia’s West Nusa Tenggara
International Airport, which is only a
province, Lombok is gaining international repute for its
short 30-minute flight from Bali and two
pristine beaches,
hours and 30 minutes from Singapore.
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diving,
clear
waters
David
Wray,
Vice
President,
“The Wyndham brand is synonymous with distinctive stay
Acquisitions and Development of
experiences and comforts that exceed expectations
Wyndham Hotel Group South East
across our 106 locations worldwide. Wyndham Lombok
Asia and the Pacific Rim, said “Aside
Sundancer Resort will be a strategic addition to our
from Bali, which continues to be a
portfolio, appealing to travellers looking for a restful
crowd favorite, Indonesia has plenty
resort getaway with its excellent wellness and leisure
of
facilities,” added Mr. Wray.
spectacular
destinations
like
Lombok that will excite adventure
Wyndham Lombok Sundancer is set on 48 hectares of
seeking
its
beachfront land in Southern Lombok and offers close
unspoiled natural landscape. With
proximity to one of the world’s most famous surfing
an increasing number of direct flights
breaks, Desert Point. The all-suite resort will feature
into Lombok from Asia Pacific’s key
66 one and two-bedroom suites with a living area
gateway cities, we are certain the
overlooking the Lombok Straits and its surrounding
appeal of Lombok will continue to
islets.
travellers
thanks
to
grow in the coming years.”
The resort will offer a
Extensive
host of leisure facilities
facilities are available onsite
manicures and pedicures plus
including
with male and female only
makeup and hair styling.
a
sections as well as mixed areas.
All
900 square metre pool
Within the compound, guests
hotels across South East Asia
with a swim-up bar and
can pamper themselves in the
and Pacific Rim participate in
deep water area for
steam rooms and saunas or
Wyndham Rewards, the simple-
diving lessons. A private
reap the benefits of contrast
to-use,
beach club with a bar
hydrotherapy
program from Wyndham Hotel
will be located on the
Jacuzzis and cold plunge pools.
Group
beachfront as well as
The spa will also offer private
a
an
activity
and couple treatment rooms
structure along with a flat,
provider offering water
including some with bath tubs
free-night
activities
jet
for full body pampering and
Information is available at
skiing, windsurfing and
massages. Beauty services are
www.wyndhamrewards.com.
diving excursions.
available at the salon located
dining
an
all-day
restaurant,
outdoor such
as
spa
and
in
the
wellness
warm
within
the
facility
Wyndham
offering
Hotel
Group
revolutionary that
offers
generous
points
loyalty
members earning
redemption
rate.
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Fave Hotel Tohpati and Neo Seminyak Bali is no longer Under Archipelago International Management
As such, the property will no longer participate in any Archipelago group or Fave / Neo Hotels brand programs. The
cessation
of
Archipelago
International’s management of that hotel was unforeseen and due to
A
factors outside our control.
with effect from October 31st, 2017. While Neo Seminyak
of Bali and continues to successfully
Petitenget in Bali has also terminated with effective from
manage several other outstanding
13rd June 2017.
Fave and Neo branded hotels in
Accordingly, the owner of both hotels are managing their
Bali such as Fave Kartika Plaza, Fave
own property and their property will no longer be a part
Umalas, Fave Sunset Seminyak, Fave
of the Archipelago portfolio or use neither the Fave Hotels
Kuta Square, Neo Kuta Jelantik, Neo+
or Neo Hotels brand.
Kuta Legian and Neo Denpasar.
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rchipelago International announced that their
Archipelago International remains
management agreement in relation to Fave
committed to the hospitality and
Hotel Tohpati, Denpasar in Bali has terminated
tourism industry in the beautiful island
The Grand Aston Bali Beach Resort at Benoa Will be Rebranded soon
A
rchipelago Group the
has
International announced
termination
of
Hotel
Management Agreement for the Grand Aston Bali Beach Resort with effect from February 18th, 2018. Accordingly, the property will no longer be a part of the Archipelago portfolio or use the Aston brand in the near future. As such, the property will no longer participate in any Archipelago group or Aston brand programs. Archipelago International remains to manage several other Aston branded hotels in Bali including Aston Kuta Hotel & Residence and Aston Denpasar Hotel & Convention Center.
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Conrad Bali Renovation Conrad
Bali
is
commencing
their
transformation master plan to continue to deliver smart luxury experiences that is synonymous to the Conrad brand. The plan will span ten months, from November 1, 2017 through August 31, 2018 and will be carried out in phases involves: a.
Refurbishment of guestrooms at
South Wing: a complete overhaul of all 157 rooms including new polished marble tiles, reconfiguration of the space, sleek modern dĂŠcor, crisp ambience, and freshen the overall appearance. b.
Upgrade the ambience of Suku
restaurant:
a
fully
air-conditioned
restaurant with glass doors with extended space, open kitchen concept with Balinese touch to connect the authentic Balinese heritage. c.
Renovation of lagoon pool and
the center pool.
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While the renovation is in progress, guests will continue to have access to the other swimming pools as well as the other facilities within the resort. Other restaurants in the hotel will also operate as usual. To ensure minimal disruption to guest experiences, they will assign guests to the guestrooms as well as the Conrad Suites & Villas areas that are situated away from the renovation. In addition, they will hoard up impacted areas and buffer space to mitigate noise.
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Qatar eyes Lombok investment
Q in
to
is be
major
believed eyeing
a
investment
Mandalika
said an
Qatar interest
has in
expressed
investing
in
150 hectares of land in the
tourism
development’s tourism sector.
special economic zone (KEK
Among the projects discussed
Mandalika) in Lombok, West
is the extension of Lombok
Nusa Tenggara.
International Airport’s runway
Indonesia’s maritime affairs
in order to accommodate
minister,
larger aircraft.
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the
atar
Luhut
Pandjaitan,
Qatar is expected send a team to Indonesia in late December to follow up investment proposals. When
it
Mandalika
was
originally
master
plan
conceived, included
the more
than 10,500 hotel rooms, golf course, theme park, water park, equestrian facilities and a convention centre, as well as the Masjid Mandalika Lombok mosque. 19
Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel & Suites to become Prime Plaza Hotel & Suites Sanur - Bali
O Paradise
n
the
15th
Sanur Paradise Plaza Suites
D e c e m b e r
is renamed as the Prime
2017
Plaza Suites - Sanur Bali. This
the
Plaza
Sanur &
small, but significant name
Suites are officially renamed
change is essential for the
the Prime Plaza Hotel &
properties to be recognized
Suites Sanur - Bali. The Sanur
as part of the Prime Plaza
Paradise
is
Hotels and Resorts group
renamed as the Prime Plaza
which currently manage 13
Hotel Sanur - Bali and the the
properties across Indonesia.
Prime Plaza Hotel Sanur - Bali
Prime Plaza Suites Sanur -
is a 4-star property located
Bali is an award winning
in the heart of Sanur, Bali.
apartment-style
A
resort.
Plaza
30-minute
Hotel
Hotel
drive
Ngurah
Rai
Airport
offering
from
International
Offering
family multiply
room configurations, up to
facilities
3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms,
both for the leisure & MICE
a dining area lounge and a
markets.
kitchenette.
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Prime Plaza Hotel & Suites Sanur Bali are located approximately 2 kilometers from each other and a free shuttle service for in-house guests connects the hotels and transports our guests to our dedicated beach site and shopping center. Prime Plaza Hotels & Resorts was established in 2003 and has prided itself as being “The Signature of Indonesian Hospitality� in delivering genuine
warm
hospitality
and
services. Prime Plaza Hotels & Resorts now comprises of thirteen properties across Indonesia under three brands, Prime
Plaza
Hotels,
Prime
Resorts and Primebiz Hotels.
Plaza
Pramapada Hotel Jimbaran Rebranded to Fox Harris Jimbaran Beach Fox Harris Jimbaran Beach Hotel formerly known as Pramapada Hotel Jimbaran, is proud to announce that by December 14th 2017, has been transformed to ‘Fox Harris Jimbaran Beach’ by Tauzia Hotel Management. The name change coincides with the unveiling of the new brand identity, hotel website /email and new corporate logo.
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Fox Harris Jimbaran Beach core operations, administration and basic business function will largely remain unchanged. The new name is expected to reflect a positive evolution of the company’s mission and capability, it will have no impact on daily operations to their valued partners, customers and suppliers.
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Amanusa Bali
Will No Longer be part of Aman Resorts Group.
A
fter
25
years
of
managing
Amanusa in Bali’s Nusa Dua, Aman Resorts Group can confirm
that as of the 28th February 2018, the management agreement with Ancora, the owning company, will naturally come to an end. Further news will soon be announced regarding Aman’s firm commitment to Nusa Dua, a destination which is not only appealing for guests who wish to enjoy the surrounding area and its golf, but also as a location which his integral to those guests who are venturing through Indonesia with Aman on a multi-stop itinerary.
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Villa Grasia Resort and Spa
Temporary Closure The management of Villa Grasia has decided to temporary close down the operation of Villa Grasia during the renovation project effective from January 5, 2018 until May 31, 2018. Renovation works will be carried out during this closing period and expected to resume the operation again on June 1, 2018.
About
I
They will feed you the best of local and
ndonesia has over 16,000 islands; come
international cuisine, show you the best parts
and experience one of the most beautiful
of the island both on land and under the sea,
of them. If you’ve been dreaming of white
spoil you with massages and make sure you
sand beaches and clear blue water, look no
have everything you want and need. No
further - you’ve found it - Welcome to Villa
cars or motors are allowed on the island. The
Grasia. Villa Grasia is on the island of Gili
hardest decision you’ll have to make while
Trawangan, near Lombok, Indonesia.
you’re here is whether to walk, cycle or take
Originally home only to a handful of fisherman,
a horse-drawn carriage down the island’s
it is surrounded by underwater coral gardens
sandy roads.
and covered in tropical blooms and trees.
Villa Grasia is only a short distance from an
Whether you’re looking to dive some of the
area alive with bars and restaurants where
best sites in Indonesia, snorkel, explore or
you can dance the night away or just enjoy
simply relax in sun, Villa Grasia is the place for
the beautiful view of the mountains and sea
you.
as the sun sets and the skies light up with stars.
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Ranu Kumbolo Lake
Location: East Java, Indonesia.
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GUSTI AYU SUARTINI Internal Auditor
In this edition, we proudly introduce you to one of our Accounting Department team member, Mrs. Gusti Ayu Suartini. She started her career in tourism industry more than ten years ago, from reservation to secretary of Managing Director of a DMC in Bali. On August 2009, this 34-years old lady make a big step in her milestone by
joining Asia World Indonesia which was known
as PT Buaya Travel Indonesia at that time. She starts in accounting Department as payable account staff until she reach the internal auditor position on December 2016.
and evaluating the company on how well it is being run, whether risks are being properly managed while also ensuring the internal processes are working, reporting findings back to Accounting Manager in regard to possible improvements and corrections. In her free time, this mother of two spends her time together with her family by travelling around Indonesia while enjoying the local cuisine. Feel free to contact Ayu at: ayu@asiaworldindonesia.com
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HR NEWS
As Internal auditor, Ayu is accountable for monitoring
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The Bakumpai
TRIBAL PEOPLE OF INDONESIA
Bakumpai or Baraki are indigenous people of Borneo and are considered as a sub-ethnic group of the Dayak with Islamic background. The Bakumpai people first settled along the Barito riverbanks in South Kalimantan and Central Kalimantan, from Marabahan to Puruk Cahu in the Murung Raya Regency. The Bakumpai people first appeared as a newly recognized ethnic group in the census 2000 and were made up of 7.51% of the Central Kalimantan’s population, which before this the Bakumpai people were considered as part of the Dayak tribe in the 1930 census.
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The Bakumpai people have been greatly influenced by the language, culture, customary laws and architecture of the Banjar people. Hence the Bakumpai people
in
terms
of
culture
and
customary laws are classified as part of Banjarese culture, but in linguistic terms the Bakumpai are closely related to the Ngaju people. They speak the Bakumpai language. Almost all Bakumpai people practice Islam and Kaharingan, the traditional belief of the Dayak people which is relatively unseen compared to other Dayak groups. Customary ceremonies that are related to old beliefs are such as Badewa and Manyanggar Lebu rituals.
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FRESH STARTS.
KELIMUTU NATIONAL PARK
Location: Flores, Indonesia. 28 36
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TUMPEK KANDANG
A day to honor household animals
H
ousehold animals in Bali will receive special honor when local Hindus celebrate Tumpek Kandang Day, a
ceremony dedicated to Sang Hyang RareAngon, master of all cattle and livestock. This year’s Tumpek Kandang Day will fall on December 15. The rituals will be held at every farm and family compound. Tumpek Kandang, which is sometimes called Tumpek Andang, falls on the Saturday of Uye, in the 22nd week of the pawukon cycle. The name of Tumpek Kandang is derived from
Cows in Bali receive better
two words, “Tumpek” meaning Saturday
treatment
and “Kandang”, the Balinese word for the
because they assist farmers when
household animals such as cows, pigs,
plowing the rice field. The cows are
chickens, ducks, dogs, and birds - all of which
washed and dressed-up in clothes
are highly valued by the Balinese. Tumpek
fit for humans and special cone
Kandang is a day to worship Sang Hyang
shaped spiral of coconut leaves is
than
other
The latest news in the airline industry including airline Rare-Angon (God of animals). placed on their horns. trends, airports and market news in Indonesia
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animals
The pigs are usually decorated with a white cloth wrapping their bellies. The animals are then fed with special foods, sprinkled with rice and holy water and prayers are offered.
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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. 40
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 mean a sacred symbol for Sayyid community. For the Sayyid community in Cikoang, the celebration of the
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Vihara Ksitigarbha Cemoro DOROUGOK, Lawang Indonesia Village Bodhisattva
Location: Unggat, Bestari, Pinang - Riau - Indonesia The Mentawai Probolinggo, tribe,Bukit onEast the island Java Tanjung - ofIndonesia Siberut in Indonesia. 54
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Ingredients: • 2 heads (600 g) of fish
• 2 pieces lemon
(barracuda or tuna fish)
• 1 bundle basil leaves
or replace it with another
• 1 liter of water
• 2 stalks lemongrass, crushed
• salt to taste
• 2 cm ginger, thinly sliced
• Oil for sautéing
• 2 tsp sugar
Seasonings:
Yellow Fish Soup
Yellow fish soup is a typical dish from the Maluku islands.
• 5 pieces of red onion
• 2 cm ginger
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 3 cm turmeric
• 2-4 large pieces of red chili
How To Cook:
C
lean the fish. Sprinkle with salt and lime juice. Let it stand for 15 minutes. Wash the fish in cold water. Drain. Blend all ingredients and spices with a mortar or a blender. Sauté
the spices until they are cooked and are fragrant. Add the sliced galangal and lemongrass. Continue stir-fry briefly until slightly wilted lemongrass. Add 1 liter of boiled water. Reduce the heat to medium and add the fish and cook until the fish changes color. Add salt and sugar to taste. Add in the basil leaves. Last add on 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Ready to be served !
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Tour of The Month
AMAZING ULUWATU Drift away in the golden sand or swim in the azure waters of the shimmering Indian Ocean. As the sun goes down and disappears, immerse yourself in the chanting rhythm of the Kecak Dance. Close the day with a sump-tuous dinner facing Jimbaran Bay.
Pick up at approx. 10.30
coffee, tea, soft drink or
hrs from your hotel in
cocktail will be served on
south Bali and drive south
the beach before leaving
towards
southern
to Pura Uluwatu. One
peninsula to arrive at
of Bali’s most impressive
the stunning beach at
temples, Uluwatu Temple
Sunday
Club.
is majestically perched
Enjoy the cliff top view
on the edge of a steep
before taking the electric
cliff.
funicular ride down to
wit-ness
arrive
private
Kecak performance at
beach and it is time to
the temple which is not
relax at the golden sand
accompanied by music
or swim in the azure water.
but the steady chant of
Lunch
the male performers.
Beach
at
the
will
be
served
At
sunset the
you’ll
dramatic
at Sunday Beach Club
Enjoy your dinner facing
Restaurant on the seaside
the Indian Ocean before
of The Ungasan Clifftop
driving back to your hotel.
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the
.
A
post-lunch
Fast Fact · Suitable for FITs or Small Groups minimum 2 persons · Return transfer with private AC vehicle · Operates daily, pick up from your hotel in south Bali at approx. 10.30 hrs, return at approx. 20.00 hrs · Advance booking required minimum 48 hours · Lunch with afternoon cocktail at the beach club · Recommended to wear sandals and beach wear · Recommended to bring: sunglasses, sunscreen and change clothing · English, German, Spanish, French or Italian speaking
Private beach club experience complete with cultural show performance and a by the beach sea food dining experience.
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Tabanan Regency, Bali Half Day (6 hours)
TANAH LOT SUNSET Overview Asia World Indonesia brings you a classic timeless journey to discover the iconic beauty of the Sunset at Tanah Lot. To complete the experience, stops are made at the royal temple Taman Ayun and Sangeh; Bali’s protected Monkey’s sanctuary.
In-Details Start the afternoon excursion with pick up at your hotel at around 1.30pm with our guide, drive towards the western shore of Bali to arrive at Tanah Lot temple. Along the way, stops will be made to visit Taman Ayun, Which is the Mother Temple of Mengwi Kingdom. "Taman" means Garden, and "Ayun or Ayu" means beautiful. So Taman Ayun means a holy place that is surrounded by beautiful water garden. Next stop is at Sangeh Monkey Forest, enter the sacred protected lush jungle and walk across the pathway to arrive at the temple, follow your guide’s direction when interacting with the residents. Arrive at Tanah Lot temple as the sun is about to set, walk around and learn a little bit about its role in Balinese Hinduism. If you are lucky, you will get to see the sun disappearing in the shimmering ocean. Be sure to capture the moments with your camera.
Fast Facts
Operates daily, pick up from your hotel at approx.1.30pm English-speaking guide (other languages available on request) Included private car, mineral water, all entrance and parking fees , Insurance. What to wear: Casual clothes (shoulders covered in respect of the temples) What to bring: sport shoes and sandals, hat, sunscreen Advanced booking required - minimum 48 hours
Selling Points A classic trip visiting Tanah Lot temple during sunset enriched with two other stops to avoid a little of the rush hours.
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