Asia World Indonesia News Bulletin Magazine - October 2017

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EVENTS IN THIS MONTH

#ConnectingAsiaToTheWorld Issue #22|October 2017

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CONTENTS HOTEL NusaBay Menjangan by WHM

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Closure Announcement - The

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Seminyak Beach Resort and Spa Neo Seminyak Petitenget Rebrands 14 into Hotel Liberta Seminyak Renovation Update in Ramayana

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Resort Kuta SereS Hotels & Resorts to launch

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The New Boutique Resort in Ubud The 12 days of Karma Kandara

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Airlines News

CONTENTS AWI INFO HR News

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HR News - Achivement by

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our employee Marcel’s Favorite Recipe

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SPECIAL NEWS Le Pirate Boatel

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Tribal people of Indonesia -

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The Kayeli People

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This Month Events

General Manager’s

M E S S AG E Dear valued partners Welcome into the month of October.

And on October 19th – 22nd we have the Wakatobi

This month is kind of special to me as I am delighted

Wave 2017 in Sulawesi. More in this News Bulletin.

to spend my annual leave back home in good old

We are also showcasing airline news, new hotels

Switzerland. That’s why this month’s News Bulletin

and hotel updates so please check out our Airline

is a bit different than all the others. I am curious

News & Hotels section to find out more.

if you will find out what exactly is different in this

And this month I would like to introduce you to

month’s edition.

the Kayeli people, an indigenous tribe from Buru

In Bali we are still in peak season and while I am

Island in the Malukus. More details in this News

enjoying the beauty of the Swiss Alps we are

Bulletin.

celebrating the following events and festivals

And I am also continuing to introduce our Teams

her such as the Tirta Empul Temple Piodalan

to you. This month I would like to introduce our

and the Perang Tipat Bantal or the Rice Wars on

Web Designer Ms. Lisa Agustini.

October 5th. From October 6th – 8th we have the

And last but not least this months “Marcel’s

Bali Vegan Festival and on October 15th the Bali

favorite recipe for you to cook at home”……

International Triathlon. On October 25th - 29th

Aelpler Magrone. Bon appetite.

we have the popular and famous Ubud Writers &

I hope you enjoy reading our latest News Bulletin.

Readers Festival. More in this News Bulletin.

Kind regards,

Marcel Barmettler General Manager

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NusaBay Menjangan by WHM has been completely rebuilt and the renovation of all its Lanai Cottages, Villas and public areas was completed in June 2017.

T

he only resort located on the eastern shore of Bali’s Prapat Agung Peninsula in West Bali National Park,

now can accommodate up to 36 guests in 14 (fourteen) Jungle and Ocean Lanai Cottages and two spacious beachfront 2 bedroom Villas 10

The resort’s facilities and services include a main swimming pool, WakaBeachClub, Bar & Restaurant, Waka Spa and Library Lounge.

Jungle trekking, cycling, nature walks & bird watching are popular guest The

activities ocean

at

the

recreation

resort. center

S

pa is the perfect antidote to aching muscles from long trips or a day exploring the National Park. At Waka Spa traditional Balinese and

relaxing aromatherapy massages can be enjoyed at

operated by Blue Corner Dive,

leisure. Guests are served breakfast, lunch and dinner

an

certified

at the Waka Beach Club Restaurant with uninterrupted

dive company, offers world-class

views of the white sandy Kotal Beach, blue ocean and

snorkeling and scuba diving trips to

Menjangan island. With a wide selections on the all-

the nearby Menjangan island, just

day dining menu, including Vegan choices, the guest

10 minutes by boat from the resort’s

will not be disappointed by the well-presented and

jetty. Surrounded by magnificent

tasty dishes. Gede Rudiasa, Operation Manager of

nature, NusaBay Menjangan has

NusaBay Menjangan by WHM resort stated “We are

become a perfect destination

very happy that our resort is now fully rebuilt and ready

not only for those who dream of a

to welcome our guests to have an amazing holiday

quiet beach vacation but also for

and experience the West Bali National Park’s friendly

lovers of marine life.

wildlife roaming freely within the resort’s premises.”

international

PADI

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Closure Announcement The Seminyak Beach Resort and Spa

D

ue to exceptionally

movement continuously, 24

strong tidal waves,

hours a day for an estimated

our

75

sea-facing

days,

to

ensure

the

retaining wall, stairs to the

project is completed to a

beach,

high quality standard and

temple,

pavilion

and adjacent areas have

within

been

severely

damaged.

followed by finishing works

After

a

inspection

and commissioning.

visual

and structural appraisal by an

experienced

consultation

structural

As and

a

the

timely

safety,

enjoyment

manner,

security of

the

company,

guests, they will need to

they have been advised to

temporarily close the Main

undertake

repair

Resort, including its facilities,

the

keeping only the Garden

works

essential

and

support

existing retaining wall and stairs with a more robust structural solution.

The

work

will

involve

heavy machinery and traffic

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Wing open.

The detail information of the

3. What will happen to the

the special offer based on

project is as below:

Garden Wing? (Independent

the fact that the facilities will

Building)

not be open

1.

When

will

the

project

commence?

1st November 2017

This building, located across the

street

of

the

main

2. What will happen to the Main

Beachfront Resort, will remain

Resort during the project?

open as usual and will offer

The Main Resort encompassing

relaxation

38 Beach Rooms, 26 Ocean

contained compound of just

Suites, 3 Garden Pool

29 spacious 47sqm (506 sq ft)

Villas, 7 Ocean Pool Villas and

rooms, complete with its own

1 Two-Bedroom Villa, Santan

24-hour Reception,

Restaurant, Sanje

2

Restaurant & Lounge, Klass &

Business

Brass Bar, Wedding Chapel,

Pool and Bar. The interiors of

Infinity Pool, Spa and

the

Gym, and Main Lobby will be

identical to the Beach Rooms.

completely closed to guests.

Gracious Balinese hospitality

within

Hospitality

a

Lounge

Centre,

Garden

self-

and

Swimming

Rooms

are

and service from the heart will remain the hallmark of the Resort.

4. What happens with the existing bookings that are

5.

When

is

the

project

affected by the closure of

expected to be completed?

the Main Resort?

By end of February 2018

a. Bookings at the Main Resort: i. They will send the list of

Please note that they are

affected

and

currently unable to accept

suggestions

new reservations at the Main

resorts

Resort until 1st March 2018.

provide of

bookings some

alternative

for

relocation.

They will continue to provide

ii. Should the guests agree to

us with updates throughout

be transferred to our Garden

the recovery. The Seminyak

Rooms, they will be happy to

Beach Resort & Spa looks

discuss the special offers with

forward to welcoming their

the guests.

guests back to a restored Main

b. Bookings at the Garden

Resort upon the reopening

Wing (Independent Building)

and to introducing unrivaled

i. They will send the booking list

experiences in the heart of

and will be happy to extend

bustling Seminyak.

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Neo Seminyak Petitenget Rebrands into Hotel Liberta Seminyak

E

ffective Neo

1st

September

Seminyak

Petitenget

2017, will

be rebranded into Hotel Liberta

Seminyak - Bali. Strategically located just a 5-minute drive from the famed Potato Head Beach Club and Petitenget Beach, Hotel Liberta Seminyak expect a success under the new name and management.

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Renovation Update

in Ramayana Resort Kuta

R

amayana Resort Kuta expects to complete its renovation by late 2018.

They change Superior rooms to Suites (3 rooms become 2 rooms), Superior rooms will no longer be available. Also they do resort extension as they have land on the side of Kuta Beach Club.

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SereS Hotels & Resorts to launch New Boutique Resort in Ubud

Setting their sights on the emerging tourist destination of Ubud, in Bali, SereS Resorts to

&

are

set

launch

second in

Hotels

the

their hotel

up-and-

coming area, this time 5

introducing

star

flagship

boutique SereS

Springs Resort & Spa + Conference.

L

ocated in the village of

meditation and re-invigoration.

Singakerta, just south of

The

Ubud, about 7 minutes by

superior

will

comprise

rooms,

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16suiteswith

car with a full frontage along

ofuro tubs in the balcony and

the River Wos and providing

20 villas each with individual

impeccable

dipping

and

panoramic

pool.

Amenities

will

views of rice padi fields to the

include 2 large swimming pools

east. This destination resort with

with spacious deck 46 chaises–

a natural spring water pond

lounge chair. A grand ballroom

on property is ensconced in a

with pre-function foyer for up

soothing, tranquil and serene

to 350 guests, a junior ballroom

setting

for 150 guests, 2 function rooms,

in

an

easterly-facing

orientation.

business centre, fitness centre,

Sunrise before dawn will be a sight

kids club and video lounge.

to behold and most suitable for 16

Resort

All-day dining is available at the

pavilion for multi religion wedding

Mulberry Place, featuring diverse

ceremony, will overlook the padi

cuisine for about 45 people seating

fields and River Wos.

capacity

Italian

Construction is slated to begin

restaurant with wood fire bricks

in Oct 2015, upon completion by

Pizza

DarSini

middle 2017. The SenS Hotel & Spa+

Lounge & Bar concept with live

Conference Ubud Town Centre

music and DJfor about 60 people

and SereS Springs Resort & Spa+

seating capacity.

Conference under their corporate

The

and

Oven.

Bell’Aria

Also

SereS

Café

Spa

Sanctuary

mantra shall realize a hospitality

complex with 6 treatment studios,

promise to deliver to our guests,

natural water springs pool and

“A Boutique Experience Beyond

a Bale Yoga and the special

Expectation”

design of multifunctional wedding About SereS Hotels & Resorts SereS Hotels developer,

and Resorts

syndicator,

is a

technical

services advisor, project coordinator and manager

of hotels under its

two brands, the 5-star SereS Hotels & Resorts and 4-star SenS Hotels & Resorts.

It is in the design and planning phase for three hotel projects in Bali, Indonesia. These hotels are contemporary,

not

gimmicky

nor whimsical, and will offer full amenities, personal comfort and service

to

business

and

leisure

travelers who will recognize and optimize to build a legacy in the traditions and caring attitudes

of

warm Asian hospitality, SereS Hotels & Resorts will fulfil

a promise in

the delivery of comfortable and contemporary

accommodations

with unmitigated conveniences for the business and leisure travelers.

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LISA AGUSTINI Web Designer

We proudly introduce you to our design maestro behind our monthly News Bulletin, Miss Lisa Agustini. Being graduated from a Reputable Designer’s University in Bali, she started her career as designer when she joins a well-known professional photography company in Bali on 2014. Two years later she decided to take leap step by joining Asia World Indonesia as Web Designer.

This 24 years old lady works from her heart and give her full creativity to create fresh and templates and many other artworks in the company .

In her free time she loves to travel to another part of the world with her family and friends.

Feel free to contact Lisa at: lisa@asiaworldindonesia.com

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About Pencak Silat

Putu Puspita Dewi, for her

Pencak was a secretive method of

achievement in winning the

self-defense and was not meant to

silver medal of Pencak Silat

be used for competitive combats

Tournament in girl’s category

shown in public. It was also a path

representing

Badung

to spiritual enlightment and in some

Region, Bali. The tournament,

parts of Java also a component of

PORPROV, was held by the

community celebrations. Although

local government every year

it has been described as one of

and this year was its 13th year.

the deadliest martial arts of the

Putu joins Asia World Indonesia

Indonesian archipelago, it is not

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considered an art of war, but an art

e would like to

Pencak Silat is a traditional Indonesia

congratulate one

martial art that was originally an

of our staff, Miss

armed style of combat. Traditionally

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August 2016. This 23 years lady

of stopping war.

love sports since she was little

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women of any age and is accessible

free time.

to children and complete beginners in martial arts.

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TRIBAL PEOPLE OF INDONESIA

THE Kayeli Kayeli (Indonesian: Suku Kayeli) people

of the island, including

Upon

much of the tribal nobility

of

and about thirteen large

many tribes which were

villages had been built

moved to the Kayeli Bay

around

started returning to their

the

fort.

The

gradual

the

softening

colonial

system,

relocation was designed

ancestral

to facilitate control over

1880s, the leaders (rajas) of

the local population and

Leliali, Wae Sama and Fogi

provide workforce for the

moved back a significant

clove fields which were

part of their ethnic groups;

being

the

they were joined in the

Dutch in this part of the

early 1900s by Tagalisa. So

island. The Kayeli ethnicity

the

with its own language was

population of the Kayeli fort

formed as a mixture of the

decreased from 1,400 in

newly arriving settlers and

the 1850s to 231 in 1907. The

The Ethno genesis of the Kayeli is directly

the native population of

decay was accelerated by

associated

of

the fort area. The presence

the departure of the Dutch

the Buru island by the Dutch East India

among the ancestors of

in the 1950s and formation

Company in the 17th century. In 1658,

the tribal aristocracy and

of independent Indonesia.

the first permanent Dutch settlement and

interaction with the Dutch

The fort was abandoned

a military fort were built at the southern

colonial

administration

and most Kayeli people

coast of the Kayeli Bay, and for two

resulted in a special position

were assimilated by other

centuries it was the administrative center

of the Kayeli over the next

tribes. Whereas a small

of the island. Accordingly, thousands

centuries,

Kayeli

of

the role of indigenous elite

remains at Kayeli Bay, their

of the island.

language is likely lost.

is an ethnic group mainly living on the southern coast of the Kayeli Bay of Buru Island in the Malukus. From an ethnographic point of view, the Kayeli are close to other indigenous people of Buru, such as the Lisela and the Buru.

There were about 800 Kayeli people in the early 2000s.By religion, most Kayeli are Sunni Muslims, with some remnants of pagan beliefs.

with

indigenous

the

people

colonization

were

forcibly

relocated to this area from other parts

planted

who

by

claimed

homes.

Muslim

So

in

(indigenous)

community

still

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T

he Bali Vegan Festival is an annual

Inspiring a Cruelty-Free Lifestyle!

3-day event held at Paradiso Ubud and

“If slaughterhouses had glass walls,

the surrounding area. A celebration of

we would all be vegetarian.” ― Paul

animals, the environment and the earth; it is

McCartney

open to vegans and the vegan curious. The

The Bali Vegan Festival seeks to

community-minded festival aims to inspire,

unite the community and spread a

educate and enlighten about an alternative

message of kindness, compassion

way of living. 2017 sees the addition of a 3rd

and love for animals and the earth.

venue – The Ubud Soccer Field which will

They are dedicated to the proposition

be FREE entry to all and host yoga classes,

that

entertainment, a vegan marketplace, film

consciousness starts with each of

screenings and more!

us

World

Peace

cultivating

an

and inner

universal sense

of

compassion for ourselves and others. they believe in nourishing the body and

soul

through

organic

plant-

based food, yoga, meditation and promoting a healthy, cruelty free lifestyle.

Expanding the Plant-based Community The Bali Vegan Festival was established

by Down To Earth Bali in 2015 with the aim of inspiring people to choose a healthier, compassionate, ethical lifestyle through plant based eating.

Now in its third year, the festival hopes to fuel a global movement by joining a

number

of

progressive–minded

communities around the world who host plant-based festivals from Nigeria to Romania.

The festival is open to all, proud vegans, vivacious

vegetarians,

omnivores,

flexitarians and the vegan-curious. We hope that through expert education, cooking demos’, talks, fantastic vegan products and community discussions we

can

expand

the

plant-based

community and spread the message of one peaceful world through nutrition.

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TRIATHLON FOR THE SOUL Bali International Triathlon 2017

F

ollowing

the

As always, the swim start

s u c c e s s f u l

of the race starts just after

w e e k l o n g

sunrise with this year’s race

Sanur

Village

showcasing of

Festival

Bali’s

Heritage

Spirit

off

Sanur’s

Mertasari

a

Beach, followed by bike

and

sprints down the Ngurah

athletic events, the tenth

Rai Bypass in Sanur to

annual

the IB Mantra Bypass in

variety

of

through

stroking the calms waters

cultural

Herbalife

Bali

International Triathlon will

Gianyar

return to the Island of the

the beach side transition

Gods on 15th October

area before finishing with

2017. Continuing the spirit

a road race through the

of “Triathlon for the Soul”,

streets

the thrilling competition

from

that combines swimming,

changes

running and cycling now

course allow for full road

has a new course steeped

closures

and

moreover,

in

culture,

add

that

distinct

finishing

traditional

Balinese

starting

and

at the picturesque and welcoming

traditional

village of Sanur.

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and

of

back

Sanur.

Aside

improving in

to

safety,

the

new

Balinese

cultural experience.

As in all previous editions, the race will be divided into the Olympic Distance Race comprising of 1.5km swimming, 40km cycling, and 10km running; and the Sprint Distance Race comprising of 500 meters swimming, 20km cycling, and 5km running. In addition, there will also be a 5k fun run competition. The age-group categories are divided by gender and age and are set apart by five year age bands, from 16 upwards to 60+. For age-group qualification all 16-24 year olds will be grouped as one in the Under 24

About Sanur:

age category.

Located just 25 minutes from the

Over 2,000 ‘triathletes ‘from no less

international airport, 30 minutes

than 20 countries are projected

from the Kuta area, and 15 minutes

to compete in this thrilling race.

from downtown Denpasar, Sanur

Among them will be Indonesian

is renowned as Bali’s first beach

triathlon champion Jauhari Johan

resort and is actually where the

who represents Indonesia at the

early tourism industry grew on

2017 SEA Games in Kuala Lumpur.

Bali. Famous for its spectacular

As title sponsor, Herbalife Nutrition

sunrise, Sanur beach is a long

will provide all participants with their

quality

practice

products

sessions,

stretch of beautiful white sand

during

lined with palm trees that shade

pre-events,

dreamy footpaths, market stalls

coaching clinics and at the actual

and relaxed beach cafes. Sanur

race.

is also recognized as the largest

The sport-tourism event is already

village in Bali where its people

amongst Indonesia’s most loved

- as with the rest of east Bali- are

triathlons, famed for its iconic venue

particularly

and unrivalled race experience.

Destination

Triathlon”

welcoming

and accommodating.

It has won honors including as “Best

friendly,

by

Competitor Magazine in the US

So, prepare yourself to take on the thrilling

and named as “Best Overall Short

challenges

Course Triathlon in Asia” by AsiaTri

atmosphere of the island of the gods, Bali

Magazine in a selection made

International Triathlon awaits you!

from among 60 races held in 12

More information at: http://balitriathlon.com/

and

experience

the

magical

countries in 2016.

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T

his October all roads lead to Ubud once again for the now famous annual jamboree of

brow-beating, back slapping and shameless self-promotion.

From

humble

beginnings

UBUD

Writers & Readers Festival 2017

as

a way to kick-start Bali tourism after the 2002 Kuta bombings, Ubud Writers & Readers Festival is now firmly on the literati radar, attracting a wide cross section of established and wannabe authors, poets, media darlings, dreamers and social butterflies.

Ubud and art have always been virtually inseparable; this is Bali’s artistic heartland and it has always had a small but very conspicuous community

of

foreign

painters,

poets and part-time philosophers dating back to the early 20th century.

The Festival kicks off with four

There

are

dozens

of

events

taking

place

days of book readings, heated

each day in numerous venues – restaurants,

discussions,

workshops

hotels, coffee shops and even holistic retreats

and literary lunches, with a little

throughout Ubud. You’ll see convoys of buses,

comedy, film, music and dance

cars and motorbikes making a mad dash

thrown in for good measure.

from one venue to another, made even more

poetry,

challenging by Ubud’s infamous one-way road system that defies all logic and commonsense.

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Make

a

note

of

the

locations

About Ubud Writers & Readers Festival

of Indus and the Neka Museum in

Ubud Writers & Readers Festival is an annual

the Sanggingan area, which host

event first founded back in 2002. Since

the main events with most of the

then, the festival has evolved into one of

headlining authors.

the leading literary and artistic events on

The chance to mingle with this

the planet and sees many a festivalgoer

stellar lineup doesn’t come cheap.

returning year after year. Ubud Writers &

Day tickets start at $100 and four

Readers Festival brings together Indonesian

day passes are a whopping $350.

and

Many of the workshops and ‘fringe’

activists

events cost extra but there are many

discussions, workshops, book launches and

more that are completely free and

more. The festival takes place in Ubud, Bali’s

offer a good chance of glimpsing

cultural capital. Past attendees include

‘the next big thing’ in the literary

cultural heavy hitters ranging from Junot

world. Tickets are available online

Diaz to Nick Cave and from Alexander

on the festival’s website: http://www.

McCall Smith to Lionel Shriver and Hanya

ubudwritersfestival.com/buy-tickets/

Yanagihara.

international and

authors,

features

artists

inspiring

and panel

Who’s Attending the 2017?

A

sneak

peek

of

Writers

Award nominated motion picture of

& Readers Festival 2017 line-up was

the same name; Tim Flannery, founder

announced on July 17. So far, the highlights

of the Australian Climate Council and

include bestselling British crime writer Ian

acclaimed

Rankin;

Madeleine

Gumira Ajidarma and Leila S. Chudori.

Thien; author Saroo Brierley, who’s novel

The full line-up for Ubud Writers & Readers

Lion was adapted into an Academy

Festival 2017 will be announced in August.

Canadian

the

Ubud

author

Indonesian

authors

Seno

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PESONA

Nusa Dua Fiesta

N

usa

Dua

brings and

of

arts

Fiesta

back

exhibitions,

performances

2017

in the morning you can admire

fun

various handicrafts on display

week

here, as well as unique bonsais

the

colourful

cultural

and

2017

sporting

and show.

an

antique

In

the

automobile

afternoon,

the

events to its namesake luxury

streets come alive with parades

beach

featuring vivid floats from all of

resort

southeast

area

coast.

on

First

Bali’s

held

in

the five-star resorts in Nusa Dua’s

1996 as Nusa Dua Festival and

ITDC complex.

becoming a fiesta in its ninth

You’ll be able to visit the exhibits

year, it welcomes the general

throughout

public to this otherwise exclusive

days through November 19, and

tourism enclave, with different

even take home an attractive

shows and events held in various

memento

venues throughout Nusa Dua.

prices. In line with the festival’s

This year’s Nusa Dua Fiesta kicks

spirit of promoting environmental

off on Wednesday, November

awareness,

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a beach clean-up along the

with

an

ceremony

evening at

Nusa

opening Dua’s

landmark peninsular area. Earlier 48

coastline.

the

festival’s

offered

day

at

two

five

bargain

features

Foodies should look out for

Happen to be planning to tie the

the

competition

knot in Bali? Don’t miss the wedding

held by the Indonesian Chefs

make-up expo and competition for

Association on the same

some inspiration and perhaps meet

day, as well as a mixology

up with the island’s best bridals and

competition

you

vendors. The evenings of days three

can sample a sip from the

and four feature the most highlighted

island’s best bartenders.

entertainer line-ups, such as an Afro

cooking

where

Reggae night with Bali’s most groovy Live entertainment is big at

bands taking the stage from 19:30,

Nusa Dua Fiesta 2017. From

followed by a DJ collaboration with

the first day to the fifth, every

fire dancers from 21:30 at the main

evening

peninsula area.

you

can

enjoy

live bands which includes national

headliners,

as

Among the highlights of the closing day

well as percussionists and

is a latte art competition, an exhibition

local

performing

and a showdown among the island’s

world music. There are also

best body-painting artists, a unique

fashion shows by designer

rendering

boutiques and tenants from

dance, together with an Indian dance

the Bali Collection, the main

performance.

shopping complex in Nusa

of the closing ceremony is a colossal

Dua. Don’t miss a chance

dance

to watch the spectacular

Pulau Dewata or ‘Sun of the Island of

Devdan

the

the Gods’. Then more live bands keep

adjacent Nusa Dua Theatre

up the vibe and conclude this year’s

on the main stage.

festival before midnight.

artists

Show

at

of

Bali’s The

iconic main

performance

‘kecak’

spectacle

titled

Mentari

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Explore The Underwater Wonders of

WAKATOBI

F

ollowing last year’s success, the Wakatobi

Wonderful

Festival

and Expo or more familiarly

known as the Wakatobi Wave will again

turn

the

spotlight

on

the

underwater paradise of the Wakatobi National Marine Park in Southeast Sulawesi.

To be held on 19th to

22nd October 2017, the event will be centered on Wangi-wangi Island, one of the larger islands in the Wakatobi

While in its clear aquamarine seas,

cluster. In fact, the name Wakatobi

highlighting

is taken from the first two letters from

splendors, there will be the Underwater

the hames of the four main islands:

Photography

Wangi-wangi, Kaledupa, Tomia and

Triathlon, and a unique Pole climbing

Binongko.

competition off shore. Pole Climbing,

Wakatobi’s

marine

competition,

a

or Panjat Pinang as it is known in

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Wakatobi Wave will be the perfect

Bahasa Indonesia, is a very popular

occasion for you to explore the

folk game usually held in connection

fascinating wonders of the islands

with Indonesia’s Independence Day

where on land the islanders stage

Celebrations

their

music,

people try to climb greased areca

and art performances as well as

palm poles to reach the prizes hung

folk games, a carnival, traditional

on the top. Climbing up the pole some

culinary fiesta, and a whole lot more.

distance from shore will certainly add

As special treat this year, the people

to its challenges.

have prepared a massive traditional

note, the Wakatobi Wave 2017 will also

ceremony called Kabuengan as well

feature a Seminar that addresses the

as a colossal dance performance.

issues concerning Marine Tourism.

traditional

dances,

where

groups

of

4-6

On a more serious

of the National Calendar of Events. In total, there are at least 16 events held here throughout the year with Wakatobi Wave being the pinnacle. We will definitely continue ou support in promoting this prime destination” said Esthy Reko Astuti.

Wakatobi is widely recognized as having the highest number of corals and fish species in the world. The islands are also famous as the largest barrier reef in Indonesia, second only to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Here one can find fringing, atolls and barrier reefs and more than 50 spectacular dive sites that are all easily accessible from the major islands. Due to its magnificent underwater life, Wakatobi is fast gaining worldwide attention for its quality dives that can be undertaken by beginners besides professionals. Aside from its dive sites, Wakatobi has boasts many “We are coordinating with all stakeholders in the area,

superb beaches.

especially dive operators who have initiated and prepared for the event. Further, we plan to involve the President of Indonesia to become our influencer and endorser in the promotion of Wakatobi, especially for its breathtaking Marine Tourism potentials. One way to achieve this is by dedicating a dive spot to the president” explained Nadir, Head of the Office of Tourism and Creative Economy of the Wakatobi Regency.

Meanwhile, Deputy Minister for National Tourism

Since the opening of the Matohara Airport

Marketing, Esthy Reko Astuti commented that

on Wangi-Wangi, these remote islands are

Wakatobi continues to spread her charms through

now more accessible and can be reached

the many events staged throughout the year.

by flights from Jakarta or Makassar. There is

Every month, a tourism event is held to promote this

also another landing strip on Tomia Island,

excellent destination. “Wakatobi Wave forms the

which receives charters from Bali.

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Indonesia’s Culture Festivals

Perang Tipat Bantal /

The Rice Wars

T

his century-old tradition features the villagers of Kapal, Bali, which gather in front of the village temple where prayers

and blessings take place for the full moon of the fourth month in the Balinese calendar and proceed towards the foyer and streets where they divide into two groups armed with baskets of rice cakes called tipat bantal, later flinging their ammo at each other in a very rare and unique spectacle. The event signifies blessings and prosperity for the whole agrarian village. After the battles, the remainders are spread over rice fields.

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Indonesia’s Culture Festivals

Tirta Empul Piodalan

T

irta Empul is an important

Dynasty. Another nearby and

flow to the Tukad Pakerisan

temple complex and holy

prominent site on top of a hill is

River. Various sites throughout

mountain spring, located

the presidential palace, Istana

the region and many other

in the village of Manukaya

Tampaksiring,

archaeological relics relate to

in central Bali. The site serves

the years of the nation’s first

as a legendary setting of a

president, Soekarno.

traditional tale about good

local myths and legends.

As

is

common

with

Balinese temples, the Tirta

versus evil. It is also a national

‘holy water spring’ is actually

Empul Temple complex has

cultural heritage site.

the name of a water source

three key divisions, namely

located within the temple.

a front, secondary and inner

960 AD, is also a silent witness

The

courtyard.

to the old Balinese kingdom

purification baths, pools and

Empul first come upon the

years,

fish ponds surrounding the

lush gardens and pathways

outer

adorned with statues and

time 54

particularly of

the

at

the

Warmadewa

Empul,

during

meaning

The complex, built circa

Tirta

built

spring

feeds

perimeter,

various

which

all

Visitors

to

Tirta

The myth behind the curative and purifying spring tells of a Balinese ruler, known by the title Mayadenawa, who is depicted to have defied the influence of Hinduism and denied his subjects religious prayers and practices.

The legend goes that this eventually angered the gods, and in a campaign, god Indra sought Mayadenawa’s subdual.

tropical plants that lead to its entrance. After stepping through this typical ‘candi bentar’ (temple gate), a vast walled courtyard welcomes visitors to the bathing pools where a large ‘wantilan’ meeting hall stands at the right.

Tirta Empul Temple Highlights

Inside the central courtyard,

The hide-and-seek tactics of Mayadenawa fleeing Indra’s

referred to as ‘madya mandala’

troops took place at various places all over the region,

or

‘jaba

pilgrims

from the rivers Petanu to Pakerisan, and up to the north of

first

approach

rectangular

Tampaksiring. Hence, the names of the sites and natural

purification bath where a total of

features all reflect an episode from the tale, such as

13 elaborately sculpted spouts that

Tampaksiring - tampak meaning ‘feet’, and siring meaning

line the edge from west to east.

‘sideways’, depicting an episode when the fleeing king left

After solemn prayers at an altar-like

his footprints up the hill.

shrine, they proceed to enter the

It was here that through his magical powers Mayadenawa

crystal-clear, cold mountain water.

created a poisoned spring from which Indra’s exhausted

With hands pressed together, they

troops drank and succumbed. Indra noticed the fall of his

bow under the gushing water of

men, and soon thrust his staff into the ground where a holy

the first spout, carrying on to the

purifying spring spurted out, to cure the troops and to even

eleventh. The water from the last

bring some of them back to life. This escapade became the

two of the 13 spouts is meant for

legendary background to the holy spring of Tirta Empul, as

purification purposes in funerary

well as the holy days of Galungan and Kuningan celebrated

rites.

by the Balinese Hindus.

tengah’, a

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Marcel’s Favorite Recipe

Älplermagrone • 6 cups milk

Emmenthaler, Gruyere, or

• 1 tablespoon salt

Appenzeller, shredded

• 1 pound macaroni (long straight ones are most authentic) • 1 1/4 cups mountain cheese (Bergkaese), Sbrinz,

• 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper • 8 tablespoons butter • 2 onions, sliced • 3 cloves garlic, chopped

Bring the milk and one tablespoon of salt to a boil. Add the noodles, reduce the heat, and cook over a low heat until done, stirring occasionally. The noodles should absorb enough milk so that the dish is still moist (if necessary, add more milk).

Empty the noodles into a pre-heated bowl: mix in cheese and pepper. Top with onions which have been sautéed in butter, and garlic cloves.

The Aelplermagrone can be served at this point: often a green salad is served alongside. But if you prefer, you can also turn the mixture into a casserole and bake it in the oven long enough to brown the top nicely -- usually about twenty minutes at 400° F / 200° C. A variant on the theme: in the Swiss canton of Nidwalden, Aelplermagrone is prepared with equal amounts of macaroni and potatoes (peeled and diced) plus diced ham and bacon.

Dried apple slices are traditionally served as a side dish.

Makes four servings.

Tour of The Month

Journey to the north

WITH MOTORHOME

A

sia World Indonesia brings you another signature excursion to

discover

Bali’s

northern

region. Enjoy the feeling of freedom in a Motorhome, and also the physical well-being is given its fair share during a holiday with fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with toilet and a flatbed for a good nice sleep for long journey

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Fast Fact • Operates daily, pick up from your hotel at approx. 3.00am.

• English-speaking guide (other languages available on request) • Included lunch, 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, sweater or jacket for cooler region.

• Advanced booking required - minimum 48 hours Our guide will be at your hotel

villages, and take a short

to pick you up at approx.

walk to arrive at the waterfall.

3.00am. We will begin the

Picnic lunch will be set up

journey from South Bali to

outdoor

Lovina to see the dolphins in

which will add unique trip

its natural habitat. Afterward

while

You will enjoy breakfast at

from the lake. Continue our

one of the resorts in Lovina.

descent to the south we

After filling your stomach

will visit Ulun Danu Beratan

then we will relax on sacred

Temple is typically known

hotsprings of Banjar, which is

as Bali temple by the lake

set in the midst of the jungle

or Bali temple on the water

in a beautifully landscaped

as it appears like floating

tropical garden with its 37°

on the water whenever the

sulphuric water.

water level in the Bedugul

Next,

drive

magnificent

up

to

of

enjoying

Motorhome, the

view

the

Lake Beratan is rising, before

mountainous

descending further to arrive

area of Munduk, accessed

Unique experience by Motorhome is given during the holidays that make you feel the different sensations in the long journey.

back at your hotel.

through a couple of small 59

Seraya Island, West Flores Private Island

4D3N PRIVATE ISLAND EXPERIENCE

Overview Seraya Island (official name: Seraya Kecil); is about 1,3 km long and up to 200 m wide and is situated about 10 km north of Labuan Bajo at the western end of the island of FLORES, Indonesia.

Begin your remarkable experience by flying with Private Jet type PIAGGIO P-180 AVANTI II. The greenest and most economical way to have executive and VIPs travel in style; The most convenience and flexible for Asia World Indonesia Clients to Seraya Island. It takes a 20minute drive from Labuan Bajo Airport to Labuan Bajo Harbour. Getting to the island will take around 30 minutes by boat. When an area’s primary inhabitant is the world’s largest monitor lizard that is touted as the dinosaur’s last descendent, you know that this must be a very unique destination indeed.

Spend some wonderful days in an unspoiled, tranquil environment away from Kuta’s hassle and bustle and enjoy the beauty of white sandy beaches, blue waters, and exotic coral life.

Highlights    

Private Jet Experience Boat trip to Seraya Island See the World’s biggest lizard “Komodo Dragon” Relax at the World’s famous Pink Beach

Activities      

Leisure at Seraya Island Day trip to Komodo & Rinca Island Explore Komodo Island Soft trek at Rinca Island Swimming at Pink Beach Snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the Pink Beach

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