Asia World Indonesia News Bulletin Magazine - November 2017

NEWS BULLETIN ASIA WORLD INDONESIA

#ConnectingAsiaToTheWorld Issue #23|November 2017

The Luxury Romance

of

Tour of the month

Latest update on MOUNT AGUNG

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CONTENTS HOTEL Renovation in Oberoi Lombok

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Batu Karang Lembongan maintenance

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Swimming Pool Enhancement in Bulgari Bali

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Ayana Komodo Opening in 2018

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Zia Bali Seminyak rebrands to Daun Bali Seminyak

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Ox Canggu Beach Resort rebranded into Sense

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Canggu Beach Hotel Paragon Ayola Hotel Seminyak rebrands to Paragon

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Hotel Seminyak Villa de Daun to rebrand to Alaya Dedaun Kuta 2018

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Beachfront Studiotel in The Heart of Seminyak

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Semabu Hills Nusa Penida, A Luxurious Escape on

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Penida Island Yogyakarta Marriott Opening Soon

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Airlines News

CONTENTS AWI INFO HR News

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Marcel’s Favorite Recipe

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SPECIAL NEWS

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Tribal people of Indonesia The Tenggerese The Latest Update on Mount Agung

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This Month Events

TOUR OF THE MONTH The Luxury of Romance

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General Manager’s

M E S S AG E Dear valued partner Welcome to the month of November where Mount

In West Sumatra we have the Tour de Singkarak

Agung is still putting Bali into the international

2017. While we also have Ya’ahowu Festivals 2017

headlines. Please read our latest update on

in Nias island.

Mount Agung here in this News Bulletin and rest

In Yogyakarta we have Borobudur Marathon 2017

assured that it is absolutely safe to travel to Bali.

and the NgayogJazz Festival. More in this News

This month we celebrate several events and

Bulletin.

festivals here in Bali such as the Galungan Day on

Then I would like to continue introducing our

November 1st-2nd , the Batukaru Temple Piodalan

Team. This time we would like to feature Mr. Yahya

also on November 2nd,the Mekotekan Rituals

Budiyanto from our IT Department.

on November 11th , the Kuningan Day and the

And to continue with our “Tribal people of

Sakenans Temple Piodalan also on November 11th

Indonesia” series, we would like to bring the

and the Tanah Lot Temple Piodalan on November

Tenggerese people from east Java to your

15th.

attention. More in this News Bulletin.

Further we have Sail Sabang 2017, the sailing rallies

And last but not least, Marcel’s favorite recipe for

across the vast Indonesian seas, the Sail Indonesia

you to cook at home, I have the Ayam Tinoransak

2017.

or

Manado

Spicy

Braised

Chicken..........bon

appetite!

Kind regards,

Marcel Barmettler General Manager

Kanto Lampo Waterfall

Location: Bali - Indonesia

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November

The last month of autumn, but the beginning of a new adventure, time to take a risks and do the unexpected

HOTELNews Latest news of the villas, hotels and resorts all over Indonesia.

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Renovation in Oberoi Lombok The Oberoi Lombok will commence complete renovation of 18 Luxury Garden View Pavilions in the left wing starting from 1st November 2017.

The project will take approximately eight months to complete. To ensure the comfort of their guests during the renovation, they have decided to close the left wing of the resort (map attached). The resort will continue to operate as normal with all services available.

Batu Karang Lembongan maintenance To serve nothing but the best stay experience for their guests, Batu Karang Lembongan Resort and Day Spa will be closed for maintenance from February 23 to March 10, 2018.

The #1 Hotel in Nusa Lembongan by Tripadvisor, will be ready to welcome all guests from March 11, 2018 onward.

Swimming Pool enhancement in Bulgari Bali The Bulgari Resort Bali will commence the swimming pool enhancement project starting from Monday, February 26th, 2018. The pool area will be closed during the enhancement project. The expansive 1,300 sqm Bulgari Villa with a 20-metres pool overlooking the Indian Ocean will be available as an alternative pool and bar for the in-house residents which open everyday from 7 am. to 7 pm.

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A

lready famed in Bali and Jakarta for

Ayana Komodo Opening in 2018

The first and only 5-star resort on Labuan

world-class hospitality, exceptional hotel design, superior cuisine and

unparalleled service standards, AYANA will be launching the first and only 5-star resort on Flores Island’s breathtaking Waecicu Beach, just a one-hour flight from the magical island of Bali.

Bajo’s exquisite Waecicu Beach, AYANA Komodo’s setting is in one of the most

AYANA Komodo Resort, Waecicu Beach

rugged and beautiful islands in Indonesia’s

opens summer 2018 with 12 suites and

archipelago.

189 premium guest rooms. Inspired by light,

comfort

and

open

living,

each

contemporary room features a flawless ocean view with large windows to capture the golden glow of tropical sunsets that melt dramatically behind distinctive Kukusan Island.

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Set in one of the most rugged and picturesque islands of the Indonesian Archipelago, Labuan Bajo, which famed

with

its

natural

beauty,

including flora and fauna, waterfalls and

mountains,

overlooks

the

Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991. A place where an extraordinary diversity of religions, languages, landscapes alongside crystal blue waters and pristine white sand beaches blends

Clive Edwards, General Manager of AYANA Resort and Spa, Bali said: “Our team is the secret to our success. It is with enthusiasm and pride that I can confidently say we are one of the most successful and sought after hotels on the island of Bali. Of course, our range of products and services is inspired by the purpose of fulfilling guest need, but I also

into a bliss of heaven.

believe that it is the care and service from our

The hotel will also feature all-day

the extra mile. Our passion for people, and

dining serving casual Asian cuisine and international food and various bars, including a rooftop bar. The hotel will house two main swimming pools and a children’s pool. There will also be access to water sports and diving facilities.

team members that takes AYANA hospitality our philosophy for understanding our guests, will be injected into our latest property AYANA Komodo Resort, Waecicu Beach. We are excited about introducing the newest member of our resort family to the AYANA community, and look forward to launching the first premium 5-star resort in Flores.”

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Zia Bali Seminyak rebrands to Daun Bali Seminyak Zia Bali Seminyak announced the changes in their brand name that starting 1st of October 2017, their name is rebranded to DAUN BALI SEMINYAK as new brand identity.

The name of Zia Bali Seminyak will be part of their historical journey. With the new logo and name, they hope to offer a more professional, cheerful and friendly atmosphere to their customers. The change of the name would not give any impact into service that have been provided as there are no changes in ownership and management.

Ox Canggu Beach Resort rebranded into Sense Canggu Beach Hotel Ox Woods Bali Management recently has changed their newest property in Canggu beach, Ox Canggu Beach Resort, to Sense Canggu Beach Hotel. The change name is effective of September 25th, 2017. With this new hotel joins the Sense brand collection, there are three Sense Bali properties in distinct locations in Bali which are Sense Seminyak Hotel, Sense Sunset Seminyak, Sense Canggu Beach.

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Paragon Ayola Hotel Seminyak rebrands to Paragon Hotel Seminyak Paragon

Ayola

Hotel

Seminyak has decided to rebrand their property into

Paragon

Hotel

Seminyak as of July 1st, 2017. No impact of hotel facilities

and

services

will be made upon the name change. With the new brand they hope to give a fresh start and successful era for the future.

Villa de Daun to rebrand to Alaya Dedaun Kuta 2018 Alaya Hotels and Resorts takes

great

pleasure

honeymooners,

couples

and

to

families alike. The rate to stay

announce that starting from 1st

at Alaya Dedaun Kuta on early

January 2018, Villa de daun will

2018 will be based on Villa De

be rebranded as Alaya Dedaun

daun’s rate. This will include a

Kuta. This change is expected

complimentary

to consolidate the brand and

bath on arrival, daily set menu

provide

a’la

discreening

travelers

carte

30-mins

breakfast,

foot daily

with a choice of three Alayas

afternoon tea, daily minibar,

properties in distinct locations

daily fruit basket, daily Alaya

on the island of Bali, two in

Dedaun cookies and drop off

Ubud area and one in Kuta.

shuttle service upon reservation.

The process will also involve

There will also complimentary

upgrades of existing services

honeymoon cake, flower bath,

and facilities.

romantic floral arrangement on

Alaya will

Dedaun

continue

to

Kuta

the bed for honeymooner.

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Founder & Designer Melanie Hall

loosely

refers

to

her

design style as “FUNked-up modernism”; with references to modernism and 60’s pop, Hall injects innovation of the future, and adds huge doses of humour into the mix – a distinct characteristic of the Luna2 design ethos, which “Respects the past, welcomes the future and likes to have fun in the process!”. As such, nostalgia, futurism and fun are fuelled throughout.

Beachfront Studiotel in the Heart of Seminyak

Renowned

for

its

events,

Luna2 is also available for Within Luna2, Orbit restaurant

exclusive-use bookings, where

steps

and intimate facilities.

features an award-winning wine

guests can book the whole

from the beach in the

Named after the first

list and world-class Lunafood

14-room hotel and its facilities

heart

spacecraft to land on

– drawing on classic European

exclusively

Located

just

of

Luna2

Semyinak, raises

for

their

group.

the

the moon in the late

way

50’s, and in contrast

dishes, fuelled with innovation

Perfect

of its prime location,

with

guests can enjoy optimum

visionary

and a touch of fun.

Descend the spiral staircase to

intimacy and privacy with

benchmark

by

design,

the

ubiquitous

celebrations,

‘modern

Bali’

excellence of service

Luna2

“Resembles

and unrivalled dining

what a ‘hotel of the

the underground “groovy-baby”

exclusive use of all of Luna2’s

experience. Uniquely

future’

may

spaces.

known as a ‘studiotel’,

looked

like

Pop! lounge bar, and through to

this ultra-modern hotel

1960’s”, according to

the ultra-plush 16-seat cinema,

all guests ‘under one roof’,

features

Condé Nast Traveller.

Lunaplex, with screenings daily.

and keep the party going!

Ascend four floors to Space

Alternatively

rooftop bar for sunset cocktails

or groups of friends can take

and canapés to kill for, with the

over the entire property for the

ultimate panoramic ocean view.

ultimate Bali getaway.

Outdoor, the 25m Mondrian-ic

Luna2

colour-blocked lap pool is the

and

ultimate escape, with canopied

providing

daybeds and sun loungers for

experience every time.

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super-

spacious studio rooms

style,

for

have in

the

Accommodate

aims beyond a

larger

to

families

go

above

expectations, cosmic

guest

catching rays or relaxing with poolside spa treatments.

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For more info: www.luna2.com

Semabu Hills Nusa Penida, A Luxurious Escape on Penida Island

S

howcasing an outdoor

sitting area to relax in after a

The hotel also provides bike

pool and views of the

busy day. A terrace or balcony

rental. Ubud is 32.2 km from

sea, Semabu Hills Hotel

are featured in certain rooms.

Semabu

Nusa Penida is located in Nusa

The rooms have a private

Penida , and Seminyak is 35.4

Penida, just 35.4 km from Kuta.

bathroom fitted with a shower.

km away. The nearest airport

The hotel has a year-round

Extras include slippers, free

is Ngurah Rai International

outdoor pool and barbecue,

toiletries and a hairdryer.

Airport, 35.4 km from Semabu

and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar.

Hills

Hotel

Nusa

Hills Hotel Nusa Penida.

There is free shuttle service at the property.

This property also has one of

Each room at this hotel is

the top-rated locations in Nusa

air conditioned and has a

Guests

can

enjoy

various

Penida! Guests are happier

flat-screen TV with satellite

activities in the area, including

about it compared to other

channels. Some rooms have a

snorkeling, diving and fishing.

properties in the area.

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Yogyakarta Marriott opening soon

The Marriott group will open their latest 5-star international experience in the cultural city of Yogyakarta on November 2017. Located 20 minutes from Adisutjipto International Airport and about an hour from the largest Buddhist temple, Borobudur Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the new Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel is directly connected to the largest shopping mall and entertainment centre in Central Java. The hotel is the first Marriott branded hotel in Indonesia, setting new standards to meet business and leisure stay.

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Within 20 minutes drive only, discover the cultural city of Yogyakarta and Malioboro Street and world-heritage Batik, visit the 18th century Keraton Royal Palace or simply experienced the local eateries and food market. A day tour to discover the Prambanan Temple and Borobudur Temple to admire the grandeur and beauty of these World Heritage Sites and take a full day trip to Gunung Kidul to witness the stunning scenery of the South Sea.

The modern designed hotel offers large spaces including 347 spacious and smoke free guestrooms and suites. Throughout the hotel, guestrooms and the largest Club Lounge in Yogyakarta, is available the latest technology and wireless connectivity.

The hotel features the largest pillar-less ballroom in Yogyakarta bolstering 1800 sqm, generous pre-function areas and 7 meeting rooms and boardroom. The hotel offers as well some innovative dining experience with a large open kitchen buffet concept, a lounge and a specialty restaurant showcasing the gorgeous outdoor swimming pool. The holistic spa and cutting edge fitness center complement the facilities.

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IF You Never Try,

U’ll Never Know !

YAHAYA BUDIYANTO IT Support Specialist

We proudly introduce you to our key team in IT Department, Mr. Yahya Budiyanto. He joined aboard Asia World Indonesia since the beginning of the company in 2008 as IT Support Specialist.

On daily task, this 36 years gentleman serves as a focal point in the company’s daily operational by monitoring, maintaining and establishing the computer systems, networks infrastructure,

printers,

telecom,

mobile

devices and as well as electricity. He is known due to many of his accomplishment of contribution in many IT cases.

In his free time he loves to hang out with his friends and does his favorite sports, indoor soccer.

Feel free to contact Yahya at: yahya@asiaworldindonesia.com

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HR NEWS

as “The IT Specialist” between his colleagues

Give

thanks

with a greatful heart Happy Thanks Giving November, 22nd 2018

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TRIBAL PEOPLE OF INDONESIA

The Tenggerese The Tenggerese people are an ethnic group in eastern Java who claim to be the descendants of the Majapahit princes. Their population of roughly 100,000 is centered in 30 villages in the isolated Tengger mountains (Mount Bromo) in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park in eastern Java.

Scattered communities of Tenggerese also exist in the Pasuruan, Probolinggo, Malang, and Lumajang Regencies of eastern Java. They are traditionally believed to be the descendants of the legendary Roro Anteng and Joko Seger.

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The Tenggerese generally profess Hinduism as their

The Tenggerese also worship a host

religion, although they have incorporated many Buddhist

of spirits (ancestor worship). They

and Animist elements. Like the Balinese, they worship Ida

include cikal bakal, the spirits of

Sang Hyang Widi Wasa (roughly “Big Almighty Lord�) for

the founders of the village, the roh

blessings in addition to other Hindu and Buddhist gods

bahurekso, the village guardian

that include the Tri Murti (Shiva, Brahma, Vishnu) and

spirits and the roh leluhur, the spirits

Buddha. Their places of worship include the Punden,

of the ancestors. Rituals to propitiate

Poten and Danyang. The Poten is a sacred area of

these spirits are conducted by

ground at Mt. Bromo’s sand sea and becomes the focus

special priests. During these rites

of the annual Kasada Ceremony. In the Poten, it contains

small doll-like figures

several buildings and enclosures, arranged in a specific

representing the spirits are clothed

composition called the Mandalas (zones).

in batik cloth and are presented with food and drink. It is believed that the spirits partake of the essence of these offerings. The Bromo volcano is considered one of the most sacred places. If it erupts, they believe that their god is very angry.

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AIRLINEUPDATES The latest news in the airline industry including airline trends, airports and market news in Indonesia

Scoot to launch Palembang flights, up Bali frequency Scoot has launched ticket sales for its

TR251 returns from Palembang at 15.50 on Tuesdays and

four-times-weekly

Sundays, arriving in Singapore at 18.15. On Thursdays

services

between

Singapore and Palembang, which will commence on November 23.

and Saturdays, it departs Palembang at 11.20 and 11.55 respectively, for arrival back in Singapore at 13.30 and 14.25.

To be operated with an Airbus A320 aircraft, flight

On the same date of the route’s

TR250 departs Singapore at

launch, Scoot will add a third daily

15.00 on Tuesdays and Sundays

service between Denpasar and

to arrive in Palembang at 15.10.

Singapore, served by an Airbus A320 aircraft.

On Thursdays and Saturdays, it departs

TR284 will depart Singapore at 10.30 for arrival in

Singapore at 10.30 and 11.05 respectively,

Dempasar at 13.20. On the return, TR285 leaves

for arrival in Palembang at 10.40 and

Denpasar at 14.05 and arrives in Singapore at 17.00.

11.15.

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Marinda Airport in Raja Ampat has become an international airport Indonesia’s Transportation Ministry has approved plans for Marinda Airport in Raja Ampat to become an international airport. The developments are set to shorten travel times and ease the logistical issues which have long been associated with one of Indonesia’s most popular, yet remote destinations.

The first flight schedules

Wings Air airlines. As the

are

underway,

first airline to fly to Raja

with both Sriwijaya Air and

Ampat, Susi Air uses a

NAM Air opening routes

Cessna Grand Caravan.

from Marinda Airport on

Susi Air has increased its

21st

The

flight frequency, currently

airlines will also improve

offering several flights to

connectivity

Raja

Raja Ampat every week.

Ampat from major hubs

Wings Air has also been

throughout

Indonesia,

serving the Raja Ampat

such as Jakarta, Surabaya,

route since January 2017,

Yogyakarta,

operating an ATR 72-600

already

October

2017. to

Semarang

and Makassa

aircraft, which travels to

In addition to air travel, tourists can

Manado – Raja Ampat –

also travel by sea to Raja Ampat,

Marinda airport currently

Sorong – Monokwari on a

departing from Sorong and using a

operates from 8 a.m. until

daily basis.

speedboat, which takes around two

2 p.m., serving Susi Air and

hours.

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Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport award was as the World’s 3rd Best Airport in 2016 in the category of airports serving between 15-25 million passengers per annum.

BALI’S AIRPORT

Meanwhile,

Makassar’s

Airport

was

designated as the most improved airport in

Awarded as 3rd Best in the World

the Asia Pacific in 2016.

Airport Council International Names Ngurah Rai

October to receive the awards at the “27th

Airport in Bali as the 3rd Best Globally Among

Airport Council International Africa/World:

Airports Serving 15-25 million Passengers Annually

Annual General Assembly Conference &

Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport has again been

Exhibition”

PT Angkasa Pura traveled to Mauritius on 18

recognized internationally in the Airport Service Quality Awards (ASQ) 2017 presented by Airport

The Airport Service Quality (ASQ) awards serve

Council International (ACI) as the World’s 3rd Best

as a global benchmark measuring passenger

Airport 2016 and Sultan Hasanuddin Makassar

satisfaction with airport service. The survey

Airport in Makassar as the most improved airport

conducted by Airport Council International

in Asia Pacific for 2016.

(ACI), a Montreal, Canada based airport association.

The CEO of PT Angkasa Pura I, Danang S. Baskoro, told Kompas.com, “This acknowledgement is

The survey seeks passenger opinions covering

positive proof of the hard work that we continue

34 topics at 250 airports around the world.

to contribute and out focus to continually improve

Areas surveyed include airport access, check

service for airport users.”

in procedures, security screening, shopping facilities, restaurants and toilet facilities.

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Nusa Ceningan Underwater Statues

Location: Bali - Indonesia

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Latest Update on

Mount Agung Bali island is still a safe holiday destination, except for areas around Mount Agung. Flights in and out of Ngurah Rai International airport remain normal with 50,000 to 60,000 travellers in and out of Bali every day.

T

he alert level of the Mount Agung in Bali has been lowered from level four “danger” to level three “alert” since Oct 29th 2017.

According to the Centre for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG), the decision to downgrade the warning was based on the result of observation of activity of the volcano and which has been decreased considerably

lately

become

100-70

times

tremors from 900-300 tremors per day.

Gede Suantika, from of the Volcano and Geological Disaster Mitigation division of the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, said on Friday, October 20, 2017: “The peak frequency of tremors occurred on September 22 and 23. Now, the frequency (of tremors) has diminished slightly.”

Although the levels has been downgraded, the local authorities warned that the volcano still Video of Mount Agung Bali official update

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had the potential to erupt.

With this new alert level, the evacuation recommendation for a radius of 6 and 7,5-kilometers surrounding the volcano which makes only 6 villages within the reach of the danger zone. So far the tourism area in Bali are in safe distance, Mount Agung is 75 kilometres from the tourist hot spot of Kuta, 50 kilometers from Ubud and 25 kilometers from Candidasa.

Flights in and out of Bali’s international airport remain normal with 50,000 to 60,000 travelers in and out of the island every day says Ngurah Rai International airport General Manager, Yanus Suprayogi.

Indonesia sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a fault line in the Pacific Ocean, where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions may occur.

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Sail Sabang 2017

Pinnacle of Sail Indonesia 2017 Annual Yacht Rally.

C

ontinuing

the

be a Festival to include the

The opening of Sail Sabang 2017 will

of

Sabang Fair, the Gapang

be highlighted with traditional sail past

sailing

Resort, and the Zero (0)

by traditional boats and a paramotor

vast

kilometer point in Indonesia.

show. Participants can also join the city

Indonesian seas, the Sail

This grand event will feature

tour to Banda Aceh, capital city of Aceh

Indonesia

a wide range of exciting

Province and visit the Tsunami Museum.

again take place this year

activities

For the grand closure, there will be the

starting from the month of

a

August to December. This

Seminar

year, the pinnacle of Sail

the Aceh Cultural Week,

Keumalahayati traditional dance.

Indonesia 2017 series will

the

According

be the Sail Sabang 2017 to

International

be heldat Indonesia’s most

Show,

north western tip in Sabang

Championship,

on Weh Island, in the Aceh

Wonderful Expo and Marine

Province. Sail Sabang 2017 is,

Expo, a Sabang Underwater

therefore, scheduled to be

Photography Competition at

held from 1st to December

Iboih and Gapang Beach,

2017.

Free

Sail Sabang 2017 will be

Fishing Competitions around

centered at the Bay of

Rondo Island, and plenty

Sabang, while on land will

more.

tradition annual

rallies

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across 2017

the Rally

will

among

Yacht

Sail

Rally,

Science

and

Exhibition,

Sabang

Dive

which

Parade,

traditional

ceremony

called

Troen

U

Laot, and a colossal performance of the to

www.sailindonesia.net,

Aerobatic

official website for Sail Indonesia, ships with

Parachuting

foreign flags and yachts participating in Sail

Sabang

Indonesia will enter the Indonesian Waters

Championship,

in Kupang, East Nusatenggara being the

first entry point from Australia

on Morotai Island, North Maluku;

Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand,

on 1st August 2017. The route

in 2013 it was on Komodo Island,

and Australia. “Aside from cruise

for the Sail Indonesia 2017 Rally

West Nusa Tenggara; in 2014 on

ships owners, we will also invite 40

will then be as follows: Kupang-

Raja Ampat, West Papua; and

of world’s diving communities for

Alor-Komodo

2015 in the Bay of Tomini, Central

the event,” added Ratna Suranti,

Bali-Karimun Jawa-Teluk Kumai

Sulawesi.

since Sabang and Pulau Weh

(Central Kalimantan to watch the

Secretary of the Team for the

have some of the regions’ best

Orang Utan Reserve at Tanjung

Acceleration of Marine Tourism

diving spots. Ratna Suranti further

Puting)-Belitung-Bangka

Development in the Ministry of

explained that the depth of the

finally on to Sabang.

Tourism, Ratna Suranti explained

bay around Weh Island is perfect

In previous years, the pinnacle

that cruise ships and yachts from a

for large cruise ships. The port of

of Sail Indonesia took place

number of neighboring countries

Sabang can even accommodate

on

have already been invited to

cruise ships carrying a total of

participate in the Sail Sabang

2,000 passengers.

different

destinations

Islands-Lombok-

most

and

fascinating

across

the

Archipelago. In 2012 it was held

2017

event.

These

are

from

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THE FASCINATING YA’AHOWU FESTIVAL 2017 ON NIAS ISLAND

T

his

coming

November,

some

fascinating, rare cultural attractions and other splendors of the islands

of Nias, off the western coast of North Sumatra, will be presented in the Ya’ahowu Festival 2017, which is scheduled to take place from 23rd to 26th November 2017, and centered at Gunungsitoli, the largest city on the islands.

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Better

known

as

a

surf

appointed as host in this

commence

paradise with rolling barrels

year’s festival following the

best artisans from across the

located in the Indian Ocean,

agreement reached in the

islands.

Nias, in fact, hides an ancient

Forum by all administrative

megalithic culture that is still

heads”,

very much alive until today.

Laoli,

Here are not only complete

Gunungsitoli who also heads

place from the Merdeka Field

megalithic villages but its

the Organizing Committee of

to the Ya’ahowu Park. The

living culture still thrives until

the Ya’ahowu Festival 2017.

parade will feature an array

said Deputy

Sowaan Mayor

of

today. These will be the

featuring

the

In the afternoon, a special cultural

parade

will

take

of art and cultural attractions

highlight of the Ya’ahowu

Furthermore,

Laoli

from all regencies and city

Festival.

added, the festival is aimed

on the islands, which will also

to

unique

be participated by officials

For 5 full consecutive days,

culture of the islands to the

and administrative heads of

intriguing art performances

rest of the nation as well as

each district and city, who

and cultural traditions from

to the international world,

will be dressed in their best

across the Nias Islands will

and to attract more tourists

traditional Nias costumes.

highlight

All

to experience the astonishing

district governments together

wonders of Nias. Moreover,a

The

with

special

the

performances will continue

finest

Ya’ahowu Park , which will be

the next day. On Saturday

performances. Among these

the best vantage point from

(25th

is the legendary barefeet

which place you will have a

the

stone

jumping

tradition

breathtaking panorama of

Gunungsitoli,

called

Fahombo,

as

well

the islands and the ocean

and

as other unique folk games

to the far horizon, is now in

held as well as the traditional

such as Rago Ue, Fafusi,

construction to be ready for

rowboats competition at sea.

Fabelugama, and Fabiri.

the festival.

On Sunday (26th November),

will

the

the

festival.

people

showcase

of

their

Nias

promote

park

Sowaa the

called

the

art

and

cultural

November) Merdeka

Field folk

competitions

special

at of

games will

be

Gunungsitoli

This year, for the first time,

The Ya’ahowu festival will

Night will be the pinnacle

the Ya’ahowu Festival will be

kick off on 23rd November

of festivities, which will close

held jointly by the 4 regencies

with an exhibition of best

the festival with traditional,

and 1 city comprising the Nias

products, handicrafts, and

contemporary and popular

Islands. In previous editions,

some of the most scrumptious

art performances, featuring

each regency staged its own

culinary foods. At the same

the long awaited popular

festival separately. “The city

time, the festival of traditional

national stars of the music

of Gunungsitoli has been

sculptures and carvings will

world.

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Watch The Thrilling

De Singkarak 2017 in Stunning West Sumatra

H

aving

been

This year, TdS will see its start

rescheduled

at the town of Batusangkar

from

October,

in Tanah Datar Regency

Indonesia’s prime cycling

and will finish in the cool hill

event:

town of Bukittinggi.

the

Tour

de

Singkarak is confirmed to take place from 18th to 26th November 2017. The World Class Tour de Singkarak that crosses the West Sumatra countryside

will

again

take some of the world’s most

renowned

cyclists

on an exciting race across this

region’s

magnificent

landscapes from beaches, past blue lakes, climbing numerous hairpin bends up to the foot of volcanoes.

Covering a total distance of 1,200 km in 9 stages across 18 cities and regencies in West

Sumatra

Province,

Tour de Singkarak (TdS) will take 9 days to complete and will feature the exciting competition of 20 of the world’s best cycling teams from

30

countries

(15

international teams and 5 Indonesian teams).

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“Tanah Datar Regency will be the host of the Grand Opening and Grand Start, while Bukittinggi will host the Grand Finish as well as the Grand Closing Ceremony.

The two destinations have been chosen since they meet all requirements especially in

the

availability

of

high

standard

accommodations” said Deputy for National Marketing Development of the Ministry of Tourism, Esthy Reko Astuti.

Governor Stage 1: Tanah Datar – Padang (109KM) Stage 2: Pesisir Selatan – Sawahlunto (155KM) Stage 3: MuaroSijunjung – Dharmasraya (129KM) Stage 4: Solok – Payakumbuh (106KM) Stage 5: Solok – Solok Selatan (152KM) Stage 6: Pariaman – Pasaman Barat (145KM) Stage 7: 50 Kota – Padang Panjang (112KM) Stage 8: Padang Pariaman – Agam (132KM) Stage 9: Pasaman – Bukittinggi Loop (117KM)

West

called ‘Bajamba’ at the

Sumatra, Irwan Prayitno

Basa Pagaruyung Palace

assured that aside from

of Batusangkar. They will

a

also be entertained by

truly

of

challenging

competition,

riders

the soothing voice of

will also be taken to

Indonesia’s

experience

of

singer Armand Maulana.

the most mesmerizing

“The unique architecture

splendors

West

of the Rumah Gadang

Sumatra. For a delightful

traditional house of West

start, riders are invited

Sumatra certainly has its

to a special feast in

own appeal. Both riders

a

traditional

and spectators will surely

ethnic

be entranced” said the

some of

distinct

Minangkabau

style of West Sumatra

renowned

Governor.

Differing slightly from the previous

Bukittinggi is a bustling market town.

series, this year the finish line will be at

Within the town of Bukittinggi, the main

Bukittinggi instead of the province’s

landmark is the clock tower, dubbed

capital, Padang. “To refresh things a

by the local people as Jam Gadang

bit, we decided to set the finish line

(Big Clock). It overlooks the market

at Bukittinggi,” said Governor Irwan

square, a beehive of activity and

Prayitno. Nestled in the highlands

the best place to do some souvenir

north of Padang in the Agam valley,

shopping. Bukittinggi is also the heart

the town of Bukittinggi or ‘high hill’

of some typical culinary delights of the

is

center.

region that include the world-famous

While Padang may be the modern

Rendang, a must to enjoy here and to

commercial and administrative hub,

bring home to family and friends.

West

Sumatra’s

cultural

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Borobudur Marathon 2017 ‘Reborn Harmony’ Across Java’s fantastic landscape

O

n

19th

November

10,000 runners from Indonesia

2017, the magnificent

and other parts of the world will

Borobudur

Temple

be competing in the categories

in Magelang Regency, in the

of 10Km, 21Km (half Marathon),

Central

will

and

42Km

again become the focus of

The

Organizing

attention

from

explained that this year’s number

across the world gather at this

of participants will be limited

UNESCO World Cultural Heritage

to 10,000 only to ensure that

monument

everyone will be able to enjoy

Java

Province

when

to

runners

participate

in

Borobudur Marathon 2017.

(Full

Marathon).

Committee

the event in comfort. “We want to give the ultimate satisfaction

Meanwhile, Minister of Youth and

This year, the sporting event

to all participants so they can

Sport, Imam Nahrawi expects that

carries

“Reborn

engage both in sport as well

the event will also support the

by

as

attractions.

Let’s Go Sport National Campaign

in

Therefore, comfort is something

which is a priority strategy of the

collaboration with Bank Jateng

that we take very seriously”

Ministry of Youth and Sport. “Sport

and

said Vice Governor of Central

is not only beneficial for health

aimed

Java, Heru Sudjatmiko, adding

but it also fosters friendship and

to attract runners not just to

that although the number of

strengthens unity. That is why Sports

participate in this long-range run

participants will be limited, there

must become an important part

but moreso to enjoy Borobudur

will be more attractions and

of our culture” said Minister Imam

as a world class destination.

events for participants to enjoy.

Nachrawi.

the

Harmony”, Province

“Reborn

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theme presented

of

Central

Kompas Harmony”

Java

the

Newspaper. is

in

the

tourist

On his part, the Minister of Tourism Arief Yahya commented that the fusion of sports and tourism will be beneficial to all. “When sport meets tourism, a new portfolio is formed so that it becomes: Sport Tourism!which forms part of man-made tourist attractions” said Minister Arief Yahya Taking

the

Borobudur

Marathon

as

a

perfect example, the minister added that the event will not only attract local and national runners but will also appeal to international tourists. “ Since, aside from improving their health, at the Borobudur Marathon, runners will be presented with a range of spellbinding attractions along the route” added Minister Arief Yahya.

Borobudur temple is the world’s

largest

monument,

an

Buddhist ancient

site widely considered as one of the world’s seven wonders. Built in the 9th century during the reign of the Syailendra dynasty, the in

temple’s Gupta

design

architecture

reflects India’s influence on the region, yet there are enough indigenous scenes and elements incorporated to make Borobudur uniquely Indonesian.

Located on the island of Java, the temple sits majestically on a hilltop overlooking lush green fields and distant hills, dramatically facing the still smoking Mt. Merapi volcano. It covers a huge area, measuring 123 x 123 meters. The monument is a marvel of design, decorated with 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues. The architecture and stonework of this temple have no equal.

Borobudur temple has just been nominated by CNN as among one of the 15 destinations in the world definitely not to be missed.

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T

his

age-old

coincides

tradition

with

the

day of Kuningan and

features

the

whole

male

villagers of Munggu joining in brandishing long stiff bamboo poles onto the streets. Over a thousand jovial participants and curious onlookers flock to the village streets, reenacting the triumphant battles of the Blambangan war. Each of the pole ends are combined in mid-air forming a dynamic pyramid

where

opponents

to

climb

friendly up

this

mountain and face-off at the peak.

Tanah Lot Temple

‘Piodalan’ Anniversary

T

anah Lot Temple is one of Bali’s most important landmarks, famed for its unique offshore setting and

sunset backdrops. An ancient Hindu shrine perched on top of an outcrop amidst constantly crashing waves; Tanah Lot Temple is simply among Bali’s not-to-bemissed icons. The onshore site is dotted with

smaller

shrines

alongside

visitors’

leisure facilities that comprise restaurants, shops and a cultural park presenting regular dance performances. The temple is located in the Beraban village of the Tabanan regency, an approximate 20km northwest of Kuta, and is included on most tours to Bali’s western and central regions.

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Batukaru Temple

‘Piodalan’ Anniversary Batukaru Temple, referred to by locals as Pura Luhur Batukaru, is one of Bali’s key temples, located at the foot of namesake

Mount

Batukaru.

At

an

altitude of 2,270m above sea level on the second highest peak in Bali after Mount Agung, the temple is surrounded by cool natural forests, providing a pleasant sightseeing stopover for nature lovers.

Moreover,

the

island’s

most

impressive expanse of rice paddies, Jatiluwih, is within a two-kilometre drive

from

the

temple,

making

popular stopovers on excursions to Bali’s central highlands.

The

main

structure

of

Batukaru

Temple features a multitude of shrines with tiered roofs, and the complex is filled with ancient structures heavily covered in green moss. The walled compounds contain several shrines, as well as high ‘meru’ towers, and ‘bale’ pavilions with unmistakably ancient Balinese features, such as the dark grass roofs and intricate wall carvings.

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The best time to visit is during the temple’s biannual ‘piodalan’ temple anniversaries, each

which

Thursday

celebrations.

after

coincides

the

Balinese

Galungan

families

from

adjacent villages in Wangaya Gede and from all over the island make pilgrimages to this mountain temple for blessings.

There are different courtyards inside the

Old Balinese chronicles state that the

complex, sparsely positioned and on

temple

different elevations, connected through

following a siege by the neighbouring

a series of flowering gardens and statue-

Buleleng kingdom during the warring

lined steps. Within the main temple

times of 1605 AD. The temple remained

courtyard there is a freshwater spring

in ruins for a considerable period, until

that serves as the holy water source

major restorations began in 1959 for

for prayers and ceremonies. Another

over two decades, reinstating Batukaru

separate spring serves cleansing and

Temple back to its current form.

suffered

major

destruction

purification rituals.

A visit to the temple calls for proper Mount Batukaru as a whole is considered

attire and conduct. As with any Balinese

a sacred site and the misty slopes of the

temple visit, you must wear a sash around

heavily forested mountain enhances

your waist, which are available for free

its spiritual vibe. The temple complex is

at the security post before the temple

frequented by visitors on any given day;

entrance,

however several parts of the temple’s

periods are not allowed to the temple

inner sanctum remain off-limits to non-

grounds. There is a large parking area a

pilgrims. The temple is devoted to the

kilometre down from the temple, where

Hindu god Mahadeva, considered the

a variety of local kiosks and warungs offer

master of the air, water and plants. The

local cuisine, snacks and refreshments.

11th century Batukaru Temple shares the

One of the traditional must-try cakes

cool and quiet upland vicinity of the

in the Tabanan region include klepon,

Wongaya Gede farming community

palm sugar-filled gelatinous steamed

in the Penebel Village of Tabanan

rice flour balls served with shredded

regency.

coconut.

and

women

during

their

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Galungan

Ceremony in Bali

T

he

Balinese

celebrate

the

day

of

Galungan, which commemorates the triumph of Dharma over Adharma, or

good against evil, this April 4 to 6. Second in significance after the Nyepi or Saka New Year, this observance comes twice a Gregorian year, as the Balinese use a 210-day calendar system known as the Pawukon that is the basis for their daily rituals, temple anniversaries and holidays. Galungan is celebrated again on November 1-3.

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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 climaxes on Wednesday, April 5 and November 2, 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 returns to their families and home villages. The following Thursdays, Manis Galungan, like Boxing Day, is a day to visit friends and relatives or for fun family trips.

Kuningan, on the other hand, marks the end of the 10-day festival. The ceremony surrounding Kuningan refers to special offerings made of yellow turmeric rice. Yellow is also the colour of the god Wisnu, the protector of the Hindu trinity.

What Happens and Where?

The Kuningan celebrations are most significant at Sakenan Temple on Serangan Island, southern

This year the Galungan festivity starts on a Tuesday

Denpasar, which coincidentally celebrates its

on April 4 and November 1, when bamboo poles

piodalan temple anniversary peak celebrations

decorated with young coconut leaf decorations

on the same day. The occasion features a series

line the streets all over Bali. This is a unique welcome

of sacred dance performances and rituals, with

to Bali if you happen to be on the island around

pilgrims attending from all over the island.

this time, and usually lasts until Kuningan, another associated observance that comes 10 days after on April 15 and November 11. Traditionally, Galungan day sees the slaughtering of pigs for communal feasts, as well as baking traditional rice cakes and erecting iconic ‘penjor’ bamboo poles.

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 49

Kuningan Day and Sakenan Temple’s ‘Piodalan’ Anniversary Sakenan Temple or ‘Pura Sakenan’ as referred to by locals, is an important temple in the southern region of Bali, located on the north-western shore of Serangan, a small island located 10km south of Denpasar.

Once strong for its unique feature of

pilgrimages

during

the

210-

day piodalan temple anniversary celebrations leading

to

with the

processions

Serangan

Island

on foot or by traditional wooden boats, reclamations in the 90s have changed the ways, as well as the natural landscape of the island.

Sakenan Temple was built in the tenth century by high priest Mpu Kuturan, who arrived in Bali in 1001AD before the fall of the Majapahit Kingdom, on a mission to restructure the socioreligious aspects of the Balinese

Within and around the temple grounds are large and

communities.

towering trees that are silent witnesses of the temple’s past. Given the infusion of dynamism in Balinese

The temple is comprised of two

Hinduism, these trees are adorned with chequered

significant areas, the largest having

cloths and are regarded as dwellings of guardian spirits

undergone renovation except for

of the temple grounds.

its antique walls around the temple grounds, and a smaller part that

Hundreds of pilgrims from the various village temples

retains its olden features. The old

in southern Denpasar flock to the Sakenan Temple for

temple was built of limestone and

its 210-day piodalan temple anniversary celebrations

corals sourced from the surrounding

which coincides with the holy day of Kuningan, 10 days

coastal reefs.

after the Galungan Day celebrations, another major Balinese Hindu observation.

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separate from the main Sakenan Temple grounds, located an approximate half kilometre to the east. Then prayers continue at the Pura Susunan Agung, and then the Pura Dalem Sakenan close to the westernmost shore of Serangan Island.

Before the reclamations that took place in the 90s pilgrims would carry ancient heirlooms and sacred temple objects at low tide by foot through mangrove forests towards Serangan. At high tide, traditional outriggers taxi the crowd over the waters. Now, the land mass is easily reachable by automobiles via a 110m bridge, making the colourful and unique boat rides memories of the past.

Upon arrival, devotees proceed towards the Pura Susunan Wadon, a temple 55

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Marcel’s Favorite Recipe • 2 tablespoon oil

Grind the following into coarse spice paste

• 2 lemongrass (Indonesian: sereh),

• 10 shallots (Indonesian: bawang

bruised and cut into 2 inch lengths • 8 kaffir lime leaves (Indonesian: daun jeruk)

merah) • 8 green chilies (Indonesian: cabe hijau besar)

• 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces • 750 ml water

• 5 red Thai chilies (Indonesian: cabe rawit merah)

• 1½ tablespoon salt

• 1 inch ginger (Indonesian: jahe)

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1 inch turmeric (Indonesian: kunyit)

Ingredients Instructions

1. Heat oil in a pot and sauté spice paste, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves until fragrant, about 3 minutes.

2. Add chicken pieces, stir, and cook until no longer pink.

3. Pour the water into the pot, season with salt and sugar, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender, and the sauce has somewhat reduced. Adjust salt and sugar as needed.

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