NEWS BULLETIN ASIA WORLD INDONESIA
#ConnectingAsiaToTheWorld Issue #29|May 2018
Airlines & Hotels
Update
PRIVATE KITE SURFING LESSONS Tour of the month
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CONTENTS HOTEL UbudOne Villas “Where Hospitality meets Nature”
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Pre-opening of New Ombak Sunset Villas
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Living Asia - rejuvenation Work Announcement
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The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali - Reveals Its New Enhanced Lobby
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Innside by Melia Yogyakarta
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Pandawa Beach Club Gili Trawangan
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Airline Updates
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CONTENTS AWI INFO HR News
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Marcel’s Favorite Recipe
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SPECIAL NEWS Airline Update
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Tribal people of Indonesia -
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The Tau Taa Wana
TOUR OF THE MONTH Private Kite Surfing Lessons
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This Month Events
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General Manager’s
M E S S AG E Dear valued partners Welcome into the month of May.
to find out more.
This month in Indonesia we celebrate several
Also please find the latest airline news and
festivals such as the Teluk Jailolo Festival in West
updates in this News Bulletin.
Halmahera on May 3rd-5th.
And this month I would like to introduce you to
In Bali we celebrate the Tumpek Uduh on May
the Tau Taa Wana people, an ethnic local tribe
5th, a day dedicated to the blessings of plants.
from Eastern Central Sulawesi. More details in
We also celebrate the Ulun Danu Beratan
this News Bulletin.
Temple Piodalan on May 15th.
And I am also continuing to introduce our Teams
Further we have the Bali Blues Festival on May
to you. This month I would like to introduce our
25th-26th.
Travel Designer from our Virtuoso Department
And on May 29th we celebrate the Vesak Day
Ms. Tia Pirnayanti.
or the Buddhist Year 2562.
And last but not least this months “Marcel’s
Then on May 29th-31st we celebrate Galungan
favorite Indonesian recipe for you to cook at
and also on May 31st there is the Batukaru
home”…….Indonesian Ayam Betutu or Balinese
Temple Piodalan.
Roasted Chicken. Bon appetite.
We are also showcasing new hotels and hotel
I hope you enjoy reading our latest News
updates so please check out our Hotels section
Bulletin.
Kind regards,
Marcel Barmettler General Manager
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UbudOne Villas
“Where Hospitality meets Nature� Feel welcomed by the authentic warmth of Balinese hospitality in UbudOne Villas & Resort. Experience the modern easy living and simplicity place. Explore the beautiful and exotic view paddy fields living through 4,300 square meters of lush tropical gardens surrounding the villas.
U
budOne Villas is only 60 minutes-drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport and Kuta area, and only 15 minutes
from Ubud Center and Sacred Monkey Forest. Also, strategically located among famous tourist attractions such as; Kintamani, Ayung River Rafting, Bali Zoo, Goa Gajah (Elephant cave temple), Gunung Kawi (Rocky temple), Tirta Empul (The holy spring temple), Tegalalang (Rice terrace view), Tegunungan Waterfall and many others. 12
Ubudone Villas has just opened on February 10th 2018 in Ubud. UbudOne Bali is positioned close to Ubud center and main cultural and leisure attractions, the villas is equipped with 40 spaciouslydesigned rooms, featuring three room categories such as Deluxe, Grandluxe
and
Family
suites
rooms and balconies that open to lush gardens and paddy fields. Rooms are all equipped with IPTV and satellite TVs, arge desks, international
power
terminals,
slippers, sarongs and designer bathroom amenities
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Pre-Opening of
New Ombak Sunset Villas
O
n 31st May 2018, the management
of
Ombak Sunset launch
the pre-opening of their new Ombak Sunset Villas - consisting of 4 room types: Seaview Rooms, Deluxe
Rooms,
1
Bedroom
Pool Villas and 2 Bedroom Pool Villas. These rooms and villas will be available for pre-opening. The Two Bedroom Villas will no longer be available as they will be
converted
into
additional
facilities for the guests, such as VIP check in and check out, as well as a lounge for VIP Guests.
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LIVING ASIA Rejuvenation Work Announcement
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iving Asia Resort and Spa undergo progressive works of their 66 guestrooms starting
from March 2018 and expected to complete by the end of June 2018. This rejuvenation includes refreshing the guest room roof, painting, ceiling upgrade, bathroom pebble wash and furniture. There will be slight noise from 8-5, however they will ensure to contain the noise as much as possible during the rejuvenation period.
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THE WESTIN RESORT NUSA DUA, BALI Reveals Its Newly Enhanced Lobby
T
o mark the final installment
pillars stand tall like a forest of
of a multi-million-dollar
aged trees. Light and airy, there
transformation that has
is a distinct element of bringing
been phased over the course
nature inside through calming
of several years, The Westin
shades
Resort Nusa Dua, Bali proudly
decorative use of floral motifs.
presents its new-look Lobby.
The focal point of this renewed
This design-driven space has
environment
been
to
clusters of 820 crystalline glass
stimulate the senses and evoke
ribbons delicately suspended
a genuine feeling of arrival.
from
totally
enhanced
ceiling. Conceptualized
an
color
is
and
two
elevated These
the
unique
timber
hand-blown
FBEYE
fixtures mimic migrating flocks
Lobby
of birds as they seasonally fly
is a welcoming garden of
north and south following the
belonging where timber-clad
warmth of summer.
International,
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by
of
the
Visually appealing seating zones have been created to support the functionality of the Lobby as place to relax and connect in airconditioned comfort. An extended reception area
acts
as
a
designated
command
center, while group check-ins are handled at a separate counter. A green feature wall provides a defining backdrop for the Heavenly Spa reservation desk. This niche also cleverly conceals a fun entertainment corner set up especially for kids. Positioned towards the back is the refurbished Lobby Bar & Lounge where full-length glass panels create the effect of merging seamlessly with the resort’s tropical landscape. This venue provides the perfect setting for both business and casual meetings conducted over light refreshments. Westin’s signature afternoon tea is served here daily from 2PM onwards with an irresistible array of sweet and savory treats.
The unveiling of the Lobby coincides with the launch of Unwind, a meaningful ritual to acknowledge the transition from day to night. It involves inspiring activities, the dimming of lights and a subtle change in music to lull the body, mind and spirit into a state of relaxation. Inspired by the concept of a “secret garden”,
the
Lobby
channels
the
Westin brand philosophy of preserving wellness through travel. It is a nurturing space that engages guests and puts visitors immediately at ease. The Lobby is essentially the gateway to a vibrant beachfront retreat just waiting to be experienced. 17
INNSIDE by Melia Yogyakarta
The first hotel in Asia-Pacific which comes with a new concept that brings modern and stylish design. This 4-stars hotels is strategically located in Yogyakarta International Airport
Marketing Communications Manager
A
Each room in the hotel features
of the hotel, their targets are business
high end technology facilities
people who also have leisure goals in Yogyakarta
which collaborated with local
city, so Innside by Melia has a special name for
cultural wisdom in the decoration.
those who come to Yogyakarta for business and
It also feature flexible meeting
leisure, Bleisure with the always-echoed slogan
and event space with ultimate
of #worktripping.
technology, Sky Deck Rooftop
The Innside Yogyakarta is the first Innside by
Bar with Mount Merapi view and
Meliá brand in Asia which currently operating
rooftop pool,
in Germany and Spain, and with some hotels in
a lobby bar which is the energy
the pipeline in Denmark and the UK. It is also the
center of Innside by Meliá hotels
largest among of all the Innside by Meliá hotels
and the place where “everything
with 242 rooms and 4 room categories which
happens”.
ccording to Maria Perwitasari, the
are Innside Studio, Innside Loft, Innside Premium, dan Innside Lifestyle.
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a restaurant and
Pandawa Beach Club Gili Trawangan
L
ocated on the western-side of Gili Trawangan. Pandawa Beach Club is a signature of Pandawa
Beach Villas & Resort and will be open on the 1st of June 2018. Free entrance for public and just connected with WiFi. Pandawa Beach Club is complete with sea facing swimming pool with its pool bar and spacious wooden sun decks, coffee shop, meeting room, night club, spa, diving & snorkeling equipment rental shop and mini mart. Whether it is sophisticated dining, cocktails at sunset, unpretentious eats, hip beats or family funs. Pandawa Beach Club is an incredible locations, great sound, good food, fun people.
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AIRLINE UPDATES The latest news in the airline industry including airline trends, airports and market news in Indonesia
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Garuda Indonesia launches Makassar-Sel
S
elayar, home to Taka Bonerate National Park, which was added to the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves
in 2015, is now more accessible following the opening of Garuda Indonesia’s latest route from Makassar to the regency, both in South Sulawesi. Officially
launched
on
Monday,
the
new
service is available three times a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday using the ATR 72-600 aircraft, which can accommodate 70 passengers. The GA 7856 flight departs from Makassar at 2:10 p.m. local time and arrives in Selayar at 3 p.m. Meanwhile, the return GA 7857 flight is scheduled to take off from Selayar at 3:35 p.m. and land in Makassar at 4:15 p.m.
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elayar route
“Selayar has a lot of potential in tourism, especially marine tourism [...] such as Taka Bonerate National Park. Hopefully, this new service can ease access for visitors looking to reach the destination,” said the national flag carrier’s marketing and IT director, Nina Sulistyowati, in a statement. In
addition
to
Selayar,
Garuda
Indonesia also flies to Palopo from Makassar three times a week as part of its South Sulawesi operations.
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Citilink Indon
Opens Daily Round-trip Service Between Bali and Makassar
Garuda Indonesia low-cost subsidiary Citilink Indonesia is has opened a new route connecting Denpasar and Makassar, enhancing Bali’s connectivity to Eastern Indonesia. As reported by Jawapos.com, the commercial manager of Citilink Indonesia, Andy Adrian, said the airline now operates a daily non-stop round trip service between Denpasar and Makassar that commenced service on Friday, April 20, 2018. The new service will use Airbus A320 aircraft capable of carrying 180 passengers. The direct flight from Denpasar to Makassar QC-342 will depart Bali at 3:45 pm landing in Makassar at 5:20 pm. The return flight from Makassar to Denpasar QC-343 will leave at 5:40 pm and land in Bali at 7:10 pm.
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nesia Citilink opens direct route from Jakarta to Penang
“Citilink Indonesia’s first flight from Jakarta to Penang is the company’s expansion plan aimed at improving connectivity and enhancing the mobility of ASEAN citizens,” Citilink chief financial officer Fransetya Hutabarat said during the launch event at Soekarno-Hatta airport on Sunday. Penang is Citilink’s second international destination.
The
airline
offers
flights
between Jakarta and Dili, the capital city of Timor-Leste, since May last year.
Low-cost carrier Citilink Indonesia has launched a direct route between Jakarta
Citilink’s decision to open the Jakarta-
and Penang in Malaysia as part of its
Penang route has taken into account that
international expansion in Southeast Asia.
many Indonesians visit Penang for medical treatment as well as business or leisure.
Citilink, a subsidiary of national flag carrier Garuda Indonesia, offers daily flights from
The company expected the new route to
Soekarno-Hatta
help boost tourism growth between the
International
Airport’s
Terminal 3 to Penang International Airport
two countries, Fransetya said.
– and vice versa. The number of Malaysian tourists visiting Scheduled takeoff from Jakarta is at 9:55
Indonesia grew by 11 percent last year,
a.m., arrival in Penang at 1:25 p.m. local
data from the Central Statistics Agency
time. Meanwhile, the flight from Penang is
(BPS) show.
scheduled for departure at 2:50 p.m. local time and arrival in Jakarta at 4:20 p.m.
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Malindo Air to begin flying to Bali from Melbourne Malindo Air will introduce a daily non-stop service between Melbourne Airport and Bali this coming June. The flight will arrive at approximately 05.00 and depart at 07.00. This move will add 118,260 seats both ways on an annualized basis.
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TIA PIRNAYANTI
Travel Designer & Reservations Americas, Australia & Virtuoso In this edition, we proudly introduce you to one of our Virtuoso Department team member, Ms. Tia Pirnayanti. Soon after she graduated from Undiksha University Singaraja, Bali, she decided to start her journey in travel industry by joining Asia World Indonesia on 2012. The mother of one, starts her career in Accounting Department as Accounting Assistant. In 2015. she joins the Products Department as Products Assistant as she began to develop her interest to create sophisticated and interesting travel products. Today, she is part of Virtuoso Department, a luxury division of Asia World Indonesia’s Reservation team.
Leader to deliver the attractive products, creating affordable tailor made itineraries and developing travel arrangements as well as being a travel advisor to assist the client’s needs for both business and holiday purposes. In daily tasks, she is handling the luxury clients’ from Australia and South America market. In her free time, this cheerful lady loves to spend most of her time with her little family to explore the nature. Feel free to contact Tia at: tia@asiaworldindonesia.com
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HR NEWS
As part of Virtuoso Department, she works closely with her Team
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TRIBAL PEOPLE OF INDONESIA
The Tau Taa Wana
T
he Tau Taa Wana is a sub-group of the numerous tribal people who speak variations of the Ta’a or Pamona
language of Eastern Sulawesi. The Tau Taa Wana people refer to themselves as Tao Taa, as in tao means “people” and taa means “not”. But most outsiders refer them as To Wana which means “people in the forest” because of their social image as a community residing in forests.
The Tau Taa Wana people are an indigenous tribe who live in small villages or lipu’s around the Bulang and Bongka River. Since the year 2000, the Wana have implemented a rotational farming system as means of maintaining themselves. Before this they lived as a nomadic tribe in the forests. 30
The Tau Taa Wana are currently
of life. Yayasan Merah Putih is
under threat. This is mainly
a non-profit, NGO in Palu that
constituted over land disputes.
has been a supporter of the
Since 1994 incursions from the
Wana rights since 1999 and has
government
Indonesia’s
also introduced sekolah lipu’s or
transmigration program have
village schools in order to help
affected their traditional ways
the Tau Taa Wana community.
of
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Bali Blues Festival 2018
T
he Bali Blues Festival is a festival that features the genre of blues music, the root of all genres of music in the world.
The festival is a standalone part of the annual Nusa Dua Fiesta’s agenda which organized by PT Pengembangan Pariwisata Indonesia (Persero) / Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) that managed the Nusa Dua Tourism Area which in its implementation is supported by Pregina Art & Showbiz. It habitually features great local and national jazz and blues bands. Those who performed in the past include Gugun Blues Shelter (featuring Indonesian Jazz musician Indra Lesmana), The Six Strings, Krakatau Reunion, Balinese band Cazy Horse, Balinese tapping guitarist Wayan Balawan, and Indonesian musician Gilang Ramadhan.
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Peninsula Island as the event venue has an amazing view that is of great value. With a beautiful venue as a value added we have a very big determination to
make
Bali
Blues
Festival
international music event.
as
an
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Jailolo Bay 2018 The Exciting Cultural Festival on Spice Island
Have you ever been to North Maluku? This upcoming May will be the perfect time for you to visit West Halmahera Regency in North Maluku Province because the regency will be holding the Jailolo Bay Festival from May 3rd to 5th, 2018 at the bay of Jailolo or also known as Gilolo.
T
he annual festival is aimed
Orom Sasadu, culinary bazaar,
at reviving the former glory
and more. Sigofi Ngolo is a sea
of Halmahera as the world’s
cleansing ritual performed by
capital of spices, and promoting
local people which involves
the island’s natural and cultural
presenting offerings to nature.
wealth. As in previous years, the
Meanwhile, the Moloku Kie Raha
most fascinating feature of the
will feature various traditional
festival will be the contemporary
foods as well as various unique
art
combining
art and cultural performances.
traditional
According to the locals, Kie
music and dances which will be
Raha means the brotherhood
performed on a floating grand
of rulers of the four mountains
stage over the sea.
(or kingdoms). This year, the
the
performance, elements
of
brotherhood of Jailolo, Bacan, The festival will also features
Ternate, and Tidore kingdom
the art of Sasadu on the sea,
will present various fascinating
Moloku
traditional art performances.
Kie
Raha
tradition,
cultural parade, Sigofi Ngolo, 34
Visitors will also be taken to explore a number of traditional villages across West Halmahera to further learn about the history of spices in the heart of the ‘spice island’. Tourists and locals can participate in a number of programs and competitions in the festival including: underwater photography competition, ‘sea sweeping’ competition, fun dive, traditional dance
competitions,
traditional
games
competition, and more. The sparsely populated island encompasses an area of 17,000 square kilometers. Its exquisite nature continues to inspire the festival each year. The Muslim and Christian population participate in a joyous and harmonious local festivity that has developed into an international event.
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Tumpek Uduh
Tumpek Uduh also known as Tumpek Wariga or Tumpek Pengatag devoted to Sanghyang Sangkara, Lord of all food - plants. This is a day dedicated to the blessing of plants in Bali. It’s especially for those that produce fruits and flowers. On this day, households bless their gardens, farms and plantations. In South Bali the trees are dressed in traditional Balinese clothes, complete with a headband, tile udeng, a kilt-like kamben, and a special scarf, saput, as a belt. Then the tree is hit ceremonially with a hammer to notify it that offerings are nearby and to ask it to produce abundant fruit. This is meant for successful harvests in lead up to the Galungan
celebrations
three
weeks
ahead. Galungan ceremonies largely require the items for various temple offerings.
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Ulun Danu Beratan Temple Piodalan The Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is both a famous picturesque landmark and a significant temple complex located on the western side of the Beratan Lake in Bedugul, central Bali. The whole Bedugul area is actually a favorite cool upland weekend and holiday retreat for locals and island visitors alike from the southern and urban areas, as it is strategically located, connecting the island’s north and south. Ulun Danu Beratan, literally ‘the source temple of Lake Beratan’, is easily the island’s most iconic sanctuary sharing the scenic qualities with the seaside temples of Uluwatu and Tanah Lot.
The
smooth
reflective
surface
of the lake surrounding most of the temple’s base creates a unique floating impression, while the mountain range of the Bedugul region encircling the lake provides the temple with a scenic backdrop.
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Batukaru Temple ‘Piodalan’ Anniversary Batukaru
Temple,
referred
and the complex is filled with
to by locals as Pura Luhur
ancient
structures
heavily
Batukaru, is one of Bali’s key
covered in green moss. The
temples, located at the foot
walled
of namesake Mount Batukaru.
several shrines, as well as high
At an altitude of 2,270m above
‘meru’
sea level on the second highest
pavilions
peak in Bali after Mount Agung,
ancient Balinese features, such
the temple is surrounded by
as the dark grass roofs and
cool natural forests, providing a
intricate wall carvings.
compounds towers, with
contain
and
‘bale’
unmistakably
pleasant sightseeing stopover for nature lovers.
There are different courtyards inside the complex, sparsely
Moreover, the island’s most
positioned and on different
impressive
rice
elevations, connected through
within
a series of flowering gardens
from
and statue-lined steps. Within
paddies, a
expanse Jatiluwih,
two-kilometer
of is
drive
the temple, making popular
the
stopovers
there is a freshwater spring that
on
excursions
to
Bali’s central highlands.
main
temple
courtyard
serves as the holy water source for prayers and ceremonies.
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The main structure of Batukaru
Another separate spring serves
Temple features a multitude
cleansing
of shrines with tiered roofs,
rituals.
and
purification
Mount Batukaru as a whole is
Old
Balinese
chronicles
considered a sacred site and
that the temple suffered major
the misty slopes of the heavily
destruction following a siege by
forested mountain enhances its
the neighboring Buleleng kingdom
spiritual vibe. The temple complex
during the warring times of 1605
is frequented by visitors on any
AD. The temple remained in ruins
given day; however several parts
for a considerable period, until
of the temple’s inner sanctum
major restorations began in 1959
remain off-limits to non-pilgrims.
for over two decades, reinstating
The temple is devoted to the Hindu
Batukaru
god Mahadeva, considered the
current form.
Temple
back
state
to
its
master of the air, water and plants. The 11th century Batukaru Temple
A visit to the temple calls for
shares the cool and quiet upland
proper attire and conduct. As with
vicinity of the Wongaya Gede
any Balinese temple visit, you must
farming community in the Penebel
wear a sash around your waist,
Village of Tabanan regency.
which are available for free at the security post before the temple
The best time to visit is during the
entrance, and women during their
temple’s
periods are not allowed to the
temple
biannual
‘piodalan’
anniversaries,
which
temple grounds. There is a large
coincides each Thursday after the
parking area a kilometer down
Galungan celebrations. Balinese
from the temple, where a variety of
families from adjacent villages in
local kiosks and warungs offer local
Wangaya Gede and from all over
cuisine, snacks and refreshments.
the island make pilgrimages to this
One of the traditional must-try
mountain temple for blessings.
cakes
in
the
Tabanan
region
include klepon, palm sugar-filled gelatinous steamed rice flour balls served with shredded coconut.
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Galungan Day Another ‘New Year’ in Bali
T
he
Balinese
celebrate
the
day
of
Galungan, which commemorates the triumph of Dharma over Adharma, or
good against evil, this May 29 to 31. Second in significance after the Nyepi or Saka New Year, this observance comes twice a Gregorian year, as the Balinese use a 210day calendar system known as the Pawukon that is the basis for their daily rituals, temple anniversaries
and
holidays.
Galungan
is
celebrated again December 25-27. This year the Galungan festivity starts on a Tuesday on May 29 and December 25, when bamboo poles decorated with young coconut leaf decorations line the streets all over Bali. This is a unique welcome to Bali if you happen to be on the island around this time, and usually lasts until Kuningan, another associated observance that comes 10 days after on June 9. Traditionally, Galungan day sees the slaughtering of pigs for communal feasts, as well as baking traditional rice cakes and erecting iconic ‘penjor’ bamboo poles. 40
These intricately decorated poles, naturally curved at the top, comprise harvest items such as rice, fruits, coconuts and coconut leaves. The men of the households erect their ‘artwork’ at each household gate on the eve, resulting in an impressive view throughout all village roads. Celebrants
in
traditional
attire
attend temple ceremonies with their families, bringing with them offerings of fruits to temples and family shrines – which they share and enjoy after prayers. The celebration peaks on Wednesday, May 30
and
December
26, when people put on their finest clothes to
visit
family
and
temples. The day of Galungan is important for the Balinese, similar to a new year, when everyone their
returns
families
home
villages.
following
to and The
Thursdays,
Manis Galungan, like Boxing Day, is a day to
visit
relatives
friends or
for
and fun
family trips.
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Vesak Festival in Indonesia A traditional Buddhist ritual
D
espite making up less than one percent of the present population, Buddhists in Indonesia have a history
stretching back to the sixth century (CE). With the only major religion to surpass this being Hinduism, the traditions of Buddhism and their worship have left a lasting impression on Indonesia that is very much visible to this day. Vesak (or Waisak in Indonesian) is one of the most important religious festivals in the Buddhist calendar. Commonly thought of as the day of the Buddha’s birth, it also marks his attainment of Nirvana and physical death. Observed at the occurrence of a full moon in May or June it is celebrated as a public holiday in Indonesia. The festivities are marked in central Java by an evening procession from Mendut temple, via Pawon (another major temple), before finishing at the vast Borobodur, site of the single largest Buddhist complex in the world. Monks and pilgrims walk the trail between the temples with offerings and candles, converging on Borobodur and marking the zenith of the full moon with prayer and three ceremonial revolutions of the central stupa (the tower or mound that is the focus of meditation or worship in Buddhism). Lanterns are traditionally released into the night sky as the ritual draws to a close. 42
Away from the centers of Buddhism in Indonesia, adherents are expected to make charitable offerings of food to monks, and generally observe, and reflect on, the teachings of the Buddha more closely. This can include a strict vegetarian diet and contributing to the cleaning and decoration of local temples. Borobudur is the most visited tourist attraction in Indonesia, and the chance to observe the Vesak festival at this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the most exciting opportunities that Indonesia’s wealth of religions has to offer.
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Omnia Bali
Luxury day club in Uluwatu
O
mnia Bali Dayclub is a luxurious daytime leisure venue slated to open in late 2017, which will be
an integral part of the leisure offerings at ALILA’s The Cliff, a new all-suites extension of Alila Villas Uluwatu. This cliff-top day club enjoys a broad section on the eastern side of the resort’s complex of tiered suites, with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean complementing
this
daytime
chill-out
spot’s cocktails, fine dining, swimming and poolside lounging. Part of worldwide hospitality company, Hakkasan Group, Omnia Dayclub is an offshoot of the group’s Omnia Nightclub collection worldwide, with locations that include Las Vegas and San Diego. At the new venue in Uluwatu, the day club is set right next to Hakkasan’s premier dining spot, Sake no Hana, serving modern takes on classical Japanese delights, including sushi, sashimi, and toban and kamameshi delights, courtesy of its original restaurant in Mayfair, London. The launch of Omnia Day Club in Bali sees the next stage in the group’s expansion into Southeast Asia, following similar openings of its three brands, including a Hakkasan restaurant in Jakarta. This all-day dining and lounging twist to its worldwide nightclub collection will be a great addition to Bali’s own offerings for cool chill out spots, particularly along the exotic and luxurious cliff edge resort area of south Bali. 48
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Ingredients • 4 Pounds Fresh Chicken • Betutu Spice, Recipe Follows • Salt and Pepper • Tamarin Water (4 or 5 strips of deseeded tamarind pulp dissolved in 1 cup water), to soften • Banana leaves (or greased parchment paper and aluminum foil) • 3 Salam leaves (can substituted bay leaves) BETUTU SPICE •1/2 Cup Peeled Shallots • 1/4 Cup Peeled Garlic • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Turmeric • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Peeled Ginger
• 2 Tablespoons Balinese 1000-Spice • 2 Tablespoons fresh hot chile peppers seeded and cleaned • 4 Tablespoons shrimp paste
• 2 Tablespoons Galagal • 2 Tablespoons Wild Ginger • 3 Whole Candlenuts
• 2 Tablespoon finely chopped peanuts • 1/4 Cup Coconut Oil
COCONUT RISE / NASI GURIH • 2 1/2 cups jasmine or Thai rice
• 4 salam leaves
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 2 Bali or kaffir lime leaves
• 2 1/4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable
• 3 cloves garlic, sliced • 1 blade lemongrass
stock • Salt
How to make Massage chicken with Betutu spice mix. Seaon with salt and pepper and tamarin water. Wrap chicken completely with banna leave or greased parcment paper and then foil. Place on grill for 30 minutes. BETUTU SPICE: Grind shallots, Garlic, Tumeric. Ginger, Galangal, Wild Ginger, Candlenuts, 1000-Spice, Chile Peppers, Shrimp Paste and peanuts in a food processor. Saute paste with coconut oil. COCONUT RICE / NASI GURIH: Wash rice until water is clear and then drain . Put rice in pot with coconut milk, Chicken stock, Garlic, Lemongrass, Salam leaves and Bali leaves. Season with salt and stir well. Put on top of stove with medium heat and let it boil. Put in rice cooker and cook until soft. Remove and disregard the lime leaves, Garlic. Lemongrass and Salam leaves. 52
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• Yogyakarta Jackfruit Strew •
Tour of The Month
PRIVATE KITE SURFING LESSONS BEGINNER TO ADVANCED
P
rivate Kite Surfing Lessons will teach you how to take control of your kite, ride
across the flat water lagoons and head out to the reefs to surf the waves rolling in.
Pick up around 08.30 hrs from your hotel in South Bali and head to Sanur, where the kites courses take place. Kite Surfing Level I - Kite Control This entry level course teaches you about setting up all your kite surf equipment and safety procedures, along with invaluable wind window and wind pattern knowledge. You’ll strap into the seat harness and start with a 2-line trainer kite before moving on to a 4-line kite, then finish the course with completing a beach launch. Kite Surfing Level II - Water Control This course is all about getting comfortable in the water with your kite. You’ll experience moving in the water without a board, turning left and right and also carry out some board recovery drills. Then it’s time to strap a board to your feet and start riding!
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Kite Surfing Level III - Free riding
Fast Facts
In this course you’ll be taught all the
• Suitable for FITs and small group,
kite surfing tech-niques you need to free ride across open water, like ad-
minimum 2 persons • Return transfer in an AC vehicle (Legian,
justing your speed, edging the board,
Seminyak, Oberoi, Kuta, Nusa Dua &
riding downwind, riding upwind and
Sanur)
turning correctly, or even advanced techniques; like freestyle tricks and
• Advance booking required, minimum 48 hours
aerials. Experienced kite surfers are
• Professional guide/instructor
welcome to join this course to improve
• Safety equipment: helmets, booties &
their skills too.
surf wear • What to bring: swimsuit, change clothes, sunscreen
Prepare yourself with all the essentials for simple free riding, and with expert guidance you’ll be progressing to freestyle and wave riding kite surfing in no time.
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Flores Island Exploration Package Starting From USD 1,232 Nett/Person
7D6N FLORES OVERLAND Overview Asia World Indonesia presents the 7 days/6 nights journey to Flores Island, which takes you through Maumere, Moni, Kelimutu, Riung, Bajawa, Ruteng and Labuan Bajo. Travel overland from east to west, passing amazing scenery against a background of jungles, rice fields, towering volcanoes, and tribal villages. Experience one of the natural wonders of the world – the three spectacular colored crater lakes of Mt Kelimutu. Immerse yourself in the traditional lifestyle of hospitable inhabitants with their mystical rituals and fascinating dances. Portuguese colonists in the 16th century named the island ―Flores‖ (flowers) as they were awed by its rich flora and the beautiful landscape. And this is one of the island’s best assets. This program is specially designed for visitors searching for adventure, looking for a relaxing holiday, or just want to get off the beaten path for a getaway in unmapped Indonesia.
Highlights
Big church with unique ikat motifs at Sikka village Spectacular sunrise over the three colored crater lakes of Mt Kelimutu Get to know the local people of Bena village The unique spider rice field at Cancar
Activities Visit Wuring fishing village Visit Blikon Blewut Museum at Ledalero Visit the big church at Sikka Village Short trek at mount Kelimutu Relax on the blue stone beach at Nangapanda Barong, masked figure, usually representing an unidentified Boat excursion to Riung Marine Park creature called keket, who appears at times of celebration in Bali, Indonesia. For the Balinese, Barong is the symbol of Visit Mangeruda Hotspring in Soa health andVisit good fortune, in opposition Bena traditional village to the witch, Rangda (also known as Calonarang). During a dance-drama that includes the famous kris (heirloom sword) dance, in which deeply entranced performers turn swords on themselves but Visit arak distillation at Aimere emerge unharmed, Barong confronts Rangda in magical combat. Barong is brought to life by two dancers encased in an See the spider rice field at Cancar decorated Visit mirrorharness. stone cave Labuhan ornately Fromatthe figure’sBajo mask hangs a beard of human hair decorated with frangipani flowers, in
Barong Dance Bali which the magic power of Barong is thought to reside.
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