Asia World Indonesia News Bulletin Magazine - October 2018

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NEWS BULLETIN ASIA WORLD INDONESIA

#ConnectingAsiaToTheWorld Issue #34|October 2018

HOTELS UPDATE

Aviation News

Product of The Month

IJEN DISCOVERY


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CONTENTS HOTEL Sadara Boutique Beach Resort Reveals Renovation Project of The Beach Club

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Capitaland’s Ascott Get 70% Stake in Indonesia’s Tauzia with US$26M

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Investment Introducing Meno Mojo Beach Resort

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Swiss-belhotel Blends Modern Hospitality and Local Heritage

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on Bangka Island, Indonesia The Chedi Club Ubud Launches First Hot Air Ballonn Adventure in Bali

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Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort Introduces Roosterfish Beach Club

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Swiss-belhoten and Citilink To Boost Indonesian Tourism Destination

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Introducing Dialoog Hotel Banyuwangi, New Brand from Alila Indonesia Group

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CONTENTS AWI INFO HR News

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Marcel’s Favorite Recipe

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SPECIAL NEWS Tribal people of Indonesia -

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The Amung People

PRODUCT OF THE MONTH 3D2N Ijen Discovery

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This Month Events

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General Manager’s

M E S S AG E Dear valued partners

and the Phinisi Festival in Bulukumba, South

Welcome into the month of October.

Sulawesi. Check out what else is celebrated

This month marks a milestone for Asia World

here in Indonesia this month.

Indonesia as we have launched the WETU /

We are also showcasing airline news, new

Travelkey App for our clients.

hotels and hotel updates so please check

Travelkey will replace the traditional printed

out our Airline News & Hotels section to find

guest vouchers in our effort to become

out more.

more sustainable. Travelkey allows us to send

And this month I would like to introduce you

the day-by day itinerary to our agents and

to the Amung people, an indigenous tribe

they can share the link plus a mobile access

from Papua. More details in this News Bulletin.

code with their clients. The clients can then

And I am also continuing to introduce our

download Travelkey from the Google Play

Teams to you. This month I would like to

or App Store and access their itinerary with

introduce our new Virtuoso Team member

Travelkey on their mobile phones. More about

Ms. Theresia Nurina Windayani

WETU and Travelkey in this News Bulletin.

And last but not least this months “Marcel’s

Further we are celebrating several festivals

favorite recipe for you to cook at home”……

here in Bali and in the archipelago such as

Coconut KauKau from Papua. Bon appetite.

the Saraswati and the Pagerwesi Day and

I hope you enjoy reading our latest News

the Ubud Reader and Writers Festival in Bali

Bulletin. Kind regards,

Marcel Barmettler General Manager


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October



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

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Sadara Boutique Beach Resort reveals renovation project of the beach club Sadara Boutique Beach Resort has announced to do renovation in some of the public areas. The main reasons mentioned were guest safety and convenience in order to upgrade the hotel’s best service and standard. Main area of the renovation project will be Rasala Kitchen Section C and Pool Bar to create a modern atmosphere with new bright design. Rasala Kitchen Section A and B will operate

normally,

breakfast

time

changed to 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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The period of project will be from 1 November to 20 December 2018 in the time between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The project period is divided in three sections: Massive Project expecting noises from 1 November to 21 November 2018, Installation from 22 to 30 November 2018 and Finishing from 1 to 20 December 2018.


As

Sadara

Boutique

Beach

Resort does its best to keep the

construction

disturbances

to the very minimum level, the management offers the following compensation plan: • alternative swimming pool and beach for daily usage at nearby hotel including free shuttle service with fixed schedule (10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00) • Food and Beverage discount of 15% for all items • booking amendment to another period of stay with existing promo as per reservation • full refund for booking cancellation due to renovations during project period • wave cancellation charge for booking cancelled due to renovations during project period

The

Sadara

Boutique

Beach

Resort

Management is convinced that their new facilities will make future stays with them even more enjoyable and sincerely appreciate the guest’s patience and understanding while they make this great enhancement for future comfort.

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CAPITALAND’S ASCOTT

Gets 70% stake in Indonesia’s Tauzia with US$26M investment CapitaLand’s wholly owned serviced residence business unit, Ascott, is investing US$26 million for a 70 per cent stake in Green Oak Hotel Management, the holding company for Tauzia Hotel Management (Tauzia).

T

his

is

move

Ascott’s into

segment

first

the

beyond

major

portfolio at more than 94,000 units

lodging

globally, surpassing its 2020 target

its

core

of 80,000 units.

serviced residence business and

Kevin Goh, Ascott’s CEO, said

existing business in apartments for

in a statement: “Tauzia’s fastest

corporate lease.

growing mid-tier business hotels

With its investment in Tauzia, Ascott

will enable us to capture the

will get an instant boost of close

ballooning middle-class segment

to 20,000 units spanning 122 hotels

in Asia, which will be home to two-

across Indonesia, Malaysia and

thirds of the world’s middle-class

Vietnam, half of which are under

by 2030.

development. This puts Ascott’s 14

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“Prior to our investment in Tauzia, we have 10 business hotels with about 2,000 keys in our portfolio. On top of the units under Tauzia, we see potential to add another 20,000 keys over the next five years across South-east Asia. This will increase our hotel portfolio to over 41,000 keys, constituting about 25 per cent of our 160,000-unit target by 2023.” The majority of Tauzia’s portfolio are located in Indonesia, with close to 60 per cent in key cities such as Jakarta, Bali, Bandung, Surabaya and Yogyakarta. About 70 per cent of Tauzia’s hotels cater to business and

convention

travellers,

while

30 per cent are targeted at leisure travellers.

Tauzia

has

six

in-

house lifestyle brands, comprising the midtier Harris Hotels; Fox Harris

Hotels;

Hotels;

Yello

economy

POP! Hotels; upscale boutique

hotels Préférence

In Indonesia, Ascott has 17 serviced

brand; and high-end

residences and more than 3,000 units

business Harris Vertu

across Jakarta, Bali, Bandung, Karawang,

Hotels.

Makassar, Surabaya and Yogyakarta.

Tauzia’s

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Introducing Meno Mojo Beach Resort Offering quality accommodations in the sports, beaches, romance district of Lombok, Meno Mojo Resort is a popular pick for both business and leisure travelers.

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Guests from of

can 3

choose

rooms,

all

exude

an

which

From here, guests can enjoy easy access

atmosphere

of

to all that the lively city has to offer. For

peace and harmony.

those of you who want to venture out,

Throughout the day you

Gili Meno, Gili Air, Gili Trawangan are

can enjoy the relaxing

just some of the attractions available to

atmosphere

visitors.

canoe,

Meno Mojo Resort also offers many

equipment rentals, golf

facilities to enrich your stay in Lombok.

course (within 3 km),

The hotel provides free Wi-Fi in all rooms,

diving,

daily housekeeping, luggage storage,

unparalleled

Wi-Fi in public areas, room service to

and a truly prestigious

ensure our guests the greatest comfort.

address at the Meno

of

total

the

watersports

fishing.

Enjoy services

Mojo Resort. Asia World Indonesia

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SWISS-BELHOTEL

BLENDS MODERN HOSPITALITY AND LOCAL HERITAGE ON BANGKA ISLAND, INDONESIA

Swiss-Belhotel

International

has

opened a new upscale hotel on Indonesia’s Bangka Island at the east coast of Sumatra. SwissBelhotel Pangkalpinang officially opened on Saturday 9th June 2018 and is located in the heart of Pangkalpinang, the provincial capital of the Bangka Belitung

The

Islands.

restaurant is the House

The

new-build

hotel

hotel’s

signature

features 145 rooms and suites

of

with free Wi-Fi, international plug

Malayan-style

sockets, laptop-sized safes, mini-

which offers authentic

bars, kettles and cable TV, as well

local food. Dating back

as a Swiss-Café Restaurant, lobby

to 1860, it is one of the

lounge, wine bar, fitness centre,

oldest buildings in the

spa,

city and provides the

outdoor

swimming

pool,

meeting room and ball room.

Lay,

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classical home

perfect contrast to the new hotel.

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The hotel is located 5 km from Depati Amir Airport, the main airline gateway to Bangka Island, which offers direct connections to and from Jakarta, Palembang and other Indonesian cities.

“With their diverse history,

point

strategic

like

location

and

for

local

attractions

the Bangka Botanical

rich natural resources, the

Garden, Pemali Hot Springs

Bangka

and a series of stunning sandy

Belitung

Islands

have developed their own

beaches,

distinctive

style

temples, fishing villages and a

Swiss-Belhotel

tin mining museum showcase

and

cultural

charm.

Pangkalpinang contemporary

will

bring

while

Chinese

the area’s diverse heritage.

hospitality

Indonesia is already a big

to these islands while also

market for Swiss-Belhotel with

showcasing the area’s unique

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heritage,” commented Gavin

operation across the country

Faull, chairman and president

and with approximately 30

of Swiss-Belhotel International.

new hotels and resorts in the

The hotel is the perfect starting

pipeline.

properties

currently

in

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THE CHEDI CLUB U BU D

launch first hot air balloon adventure in Bali The balloon climbs 50 metres high above The Chedi Club Ubud has launched

the resort’s rice fields, the forests of Ubud,

the latest adventure option in Bali, by

and the five-hectare estate of The Chedi

introducing a 50-metre-high hot air

Club. At the end of the scenic balloon

balloon ride over a beautiful scenery of

experience, the passengers can enjoy

rice fields and the lush tropical forests

drinks with views of Mount Agung in the

of Ubud. The resort launched its hot

near distance.

air balloon experience, which will be

Flights are scheduled at dawn, in the late

available three times daily, in mid-june.

afternoon/early evening, and just after moonrise. The balloon can accommodate a maximum of two adults and two children (under 12), as well as a certified pilot. It can hold weight not exceeding 230 kilograms. For morning and afternoon trips it costs 150 USD, including breakfast or afternoon tea. The moonrise flight costs 200 USD, including dinner for two adults. The flights last between five to seven minutes and will be offered from June until November.

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Deasy Swandarini, the general manager of The Chedi Club Ubud, proudly commented: “Bali’s got it all – beaches, temples, volcanoes, rice paddies, puppets, dancers, sacred forests – but no balloons. A balloon is exactly the way to see Ubud from on high.” Balloon tours have been popular in some of the world’s most exotic locations, but not in Bali. The Chedi Club’s new offering will be the only balloon opportunity on the Island of Gods.

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Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort introduces roosterfish beach club

Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort and Spa has announced the opening

of

the

only

family-

friendly and the coolest beach club

in

Pandawa

Beach.

Roosterfish Beach Club is located just a 10-minute drive from the resort and is accessible for guests by hotel’s shuttle that is available during its opening hours.

The

family-friendly

beach

club is an ideal spot to hit the pool, grab a cocktail from the pool bar and settle down for a sunkissed rest and relaxation while the kids get on with splashing about perfect safety. 24

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The name Roosterfish should showcase how the beach club combines land and sea from its location, fresh ingredients, and ambience. Head of the Beach Club is Chef Danang Wijanarka, with

more

than

18

years

experience in food industry. Together with his team he brings fusion with creating dishes from variety of international cuisine with fresh ingredients from the land and sea. The

Roosterfish

Beach

Club

serves up a variety of trendy snacks, fresh salads, Balinese favorites and grilled seafood with the outdoor sunken barbeque pit and pizza oven – both wood fired, beside to chilled cocktails, signature oversized drinks, big buckets of Bali’s coldest beers and

refreshing

homemade

juices. For a more private experience, Roosterfish

will

be

available

for reservation that can host gatherings, private parties and weddings. Opening hours of the Beach Club are from 10:00 AM until 7:00 PM. Asia World Indonesia

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S

wiss-Belhotel International has signed a partnership with the low-cost airline

Citilink to promote Indonesian tourism

destinations

through

both companies’ networks in Indonesia.

The

cooperation

provides a range of benefits

SWISS-BELHOTEL and

for passengers and guests and will leverage each company’s established reach in the market. While Swiss-Belhotel International currently operates 64 hotels in Indonesia and 145 around the

To Boost Indonesian Tourism Destinations

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world, Citilink flies to more than 30 cities across the archipelago.


Through the agreement, travelers who at

book

accommodations

Swiss-Belhotel

International

properties in Indonesia with a Citilink boarding pass will receive a promotional code that entitles them to a special discount of 30% from Best Flexi Rates at swissbelhotel.com,

which

is

valid

through March 2019, and also applies at all Zest Hotels, SwissBelhotel’s budget brand.

Swiss-Belhotel International’s chairman and president, Gavin Faull, commented: “Indonesian tourism is developing fast and Swiss-Belhotel International not only has a presence in the main cities, we are also expanding into cities where tourism and travel business is only just beginning to flourish. By partnering with one of the country’s most trusted airlines, we open the opportunity to bring more people to these destinations, whether for business or leisure.” Asia World Indonesia

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INTRODUCING DIALOOG HOTEL BANYUWANGI, NEW BRAND FROM ALILA INDONESIA GROUP

A

lila

Indonesia

Resorts

Group

Hotels has

dan

opened

their new brand, Dialoog Hotel,

in Banyuwangi East Java. This premium hotel chain expand their hotel network in Banyuwangi as they see that the city is showing promising growth in tourism industry. Dialoog Hotels introduces a new generation of

simple

sophistication

appreciated

amongst millennial travelers in search of stylish accommodation that is smart and uncomplicated. A cocoon of soulful hospitality where efficiency and beauty find union. Where the luxuries you care about are in place, and the essentials you need are delivered with warmth and ease. 28

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About Dialoog Hotel Banyuwangi Set on the beachfront in Banyuwangi, Dialoog Banyuwangi features an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The property is situated on Yos Sudarso Street, in the heart of Gandrung city of Banyuwangi which is also 11 km from Watu Dodol and 39 km from Baluran National Park. Banyuwangi Airport is 15 km from the property. The 3 stars hotel equipped with 116 rooms, ballroom, meeting rooms and gym. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk. Dialoog Banyuwangi provides some rooms with sea views, and every room is fitted with a kettle. At the accommodation, rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A buffet breakfast is served daily at the property’s restaurant. Dialoog Banyuwangi also offers a children’s playground. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the hotel. Asia World Indonesia

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THERESIA NURINA WINDAYANI

Travel Designer & Reservations Americas, Australia & Virtuoso In this edition, we proudly introduce you to our Travel Designer & Reservations Americas, Australia & Virtuoso, Ms. Theresia Rina. This lady has many experiences in hospitality industry as hoteliers from luxury villas such as Banyan Tree Bali to Laguna Luxury Collection Marriott. before stepping her first footstep and joins Asia World Indonesia in 2017. As part of Americas, Australia & Virtuoso Department, she works closely with her Team Leader to deliver the attractive products, creating affordable tailor made itineraries and developing the client’s needs for both business and holiday purposes. In daily tasks, she handles the luxury clients from America and Australia market. In her free time she loves to spend the day with reading and travelling with her loved ones. Feel free to contact Theresia at: theresia@asiaworldindonesia.com

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travel arrangements as well as being a travel advisor to assist


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T

he Amung (also known as Amungme, Amuy, Damal or

The Amung People TRIBAL PEOPLE OF INDONESIA

Uhunduni) people are a group

of about 17,700 people living in the highlands of Irian Jaya or the West Papua province of Indonesia. Their language is called Damal. The

traditional

beliefs

of

the

Amungme people are animistic. The Amungme people do not have the idea of “gods� that are separate from nature where spirits and nature are one and the same.

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Extensive gold and copper mining have altered the landscape, and the presence of the mine and its infrastructure has attracted numerous

other

economic

migrants from western Indonesia as well as other Papuans, some of whom have tried to settle on traditional Amungme lands. This has caused land disputes regarding customary land rights between the Amungme people against the Freeport Indonesia mining company in Timika.

They

practice

agriculture,

shifting

supplementing

their livelihood by hunting and

gathering.

The

Amungme are very tied to their

ancestral

consider

the

land

and

surrounding

mountains to be sacred. This has led to friction with the Indonesian government, which is eager to exploit the vast mineral deposits contained

there.

Major

changes in the Amungme of the highlands and Kamoro of the lowlands lifestyle have been brought about by the Grasberg

mine,

situated

in the heart of Amungme territory

and

owned

Freeport-McMoRan, region’s

largest

by the

single

employer.

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PHINISI FESTIVAL 2018 IN BULUKUMBA, SOUTH SULAWESI

Ahoy mateys! Throwing the spotlight to

The festival will also be highlighted with a unique

the legendary Phinisi Schooner and the

exhibition of traditional rituals of the Kajang people

seafaring spirit of Sulawesi, the Phinisi festival

Ndiringi Kampong and AttunuPanroli. Literally translated

2018 will be held on 4th to 10 October 2018

as ‘Burning the Crowbar’, AttunuPanroli initially is a

in Bulukumba, at the southern tip of South

traditional trial of the Kajang ethnic group who are

Sulawesi Province.

seeking justice. In the process, a steel crowbar is put

As the main feature, there will be a sailing

into a fire to the point where it gets glowing red and

expedition of the traditional Phinisi Schooners

really hot. The ‘accused’ would then be asked to grip

as well as a number of other sailing ships.

the crowbar by his/her hand. If the accused hand got

Ships that will be joining the expedition

burned then he/she is declared guilty, whilst if he/she is

are those with the capacity of 15 GT (Gross

unharmed, then he is declared innocent.

Tonnage) and will be coming from all over

As part of the Phinisi building tradition, the traditional

the province. There will also be a group

ritual ceremony of AnynorongLopi or the launching of a

fishing competition at the coast of Tanjung

Phinisi Schooner will also be held at the TanaberuPhinisi

Bira. The group consists of 7 fishermen and

Center in Bontobahari sub-district. To add the sparks

the winner will be based on the heaviest fish

to the festival, there will also be musical performances

caught.

featuring some of the top artists of the country.

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Sometimes spelled as Pinisi, the schooner is

Nowadays, much of the phinisi schooners

the masterpiece of the seafaring tradition

are also refitted to serve as unique traditional

of the Bugis ethnic group of South Sulawesi.

liveaboards for divers to pristine locations,

For centuries, the phinisi have plied the

especially in the eastern Indonesian islands.

waters of the archipelago journeying as far

These sturdy vessels now come complete

away as Malacca, Burma, Vietnam, and

with cabins, kitchen and toilet facilities

Australia. Today one can still admire these

to

large traditional boats in full sail at sea or at

expeditions to the Komodo National Park in

anchor along the Sunda Kelapa harbor in

Flores, Takabonerate and Wakatobi in South

Jakarta and at the Ujung wharf of Surabaya

East Sulawesi as well as to the resplendent

unloading timber from Kalimantan, or at the

Raja Ampat national park near Sorong, in

Paotere harbor in Makassar, South Sulawesi,

West Papua.

or even at the small port of Labuan Bajo on

To reach Bulukumba, you must first get to

Flores.

Makassar, the capital city and main hub

Phinisi is a two-masted sailing ship. The hull

of South Sulawesi province. There are daily

of the ship looks similar to that of a dhow

flights from Jakarta, Denpasar, as well as other

while the fore-and-aft rigging recalls western

major cities in Indonesia. From Makassar to

schooners. The large mainsails differ from

Bulukumba which is roughly about 175km from

western style gaff rigs though, as they often do

Makassar, the overland trip will take about 4-5

not have a boom and the sail is not lowered

hours, so it will be more convenient if you rent

with the gaff. Instead, it is reefed towards the

a car. Once you reach Bulukumba, you don’t

mast, much like a curtain, thus allowing the

need to worry about accommodation. There

gaff to be used as deck crane in the harbor.

are at least 30 hotels of various classes and

The lower part of the mast itself may resemble

inns to choose from. Some of these hotels can

a tripod or is made of two poles. Phinisi maybe

also be booked online.

accommodate

members

of

diving

20 to 35 meters long and 350 tons in size. The masts may reach 30 meters above the deck.

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BALI VEGAN FESTIVAL

Cultivating seeds of compassion, love for all living beings, and sustainability since 2015, Bali Vegan Festival returns for an even bigger 2018 edition. The annual 3-days-event will take place in Ubud, cultural capital of Bali, from 5 to 7 October 2018.

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The costs for Ubud 1 Day Pass and Canggu 1 Day Pass will be 85 US. Regular 3 Day Passes for Ubud and Canggu will cost 215 USD, including inspirational talks, vegan cooking classes, workshops,

healing

classes,

bodyworks, cooking demos and more. There is also an Ultimate 6 Days Pass for Ubud and Canggu including full entry to all events and

activities

in

Ubud

and

Canggu venues across the two weekends 5 to 7 October and 12 to 14 October for the costs of 420 USD. The

community-

and vegan lifestyle

minded festival has

enthusiasts

been established in

walks of life and all

2015 and celebrates

across the globe.

all things cruelty free

Its

and

each

aims

to

unite

aim

from

is

to

all

give

participant

the community and

the tools to fuel a

spread a message of

global

kindness, compassion

through talks, hands-

and love for animals

on

and the earth. It aims

cooking

to

and

inspire,

and

educate enlighten

revolution workshops, demos, community

discussions.

As

the

about an alternative

first and only vegan

This year Canggu shall also witness this wonderful

way of living

The

festival in Bali, a tourist

event from 12 to 14 October 2018 for the first time.

festival unites world-

hub with 4.2 million

class

chefs,

residents and millions

Simply come and share your knowledge and

teachers,

of visitors every year,

appreciation for health-oriented food and lifestyle

musicians,

it has a tremendous

choices with the rest of the community. It is open to

c o m e d i a n s ,

responsibility

all, vegans, vegetarians, omnivores and the vegan

envi ronmental ists

inspire.

vegan

yoga healers,

to

curious.

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TAKE A RUN ON THE WILD SIDE,

Plataran 2nd Annual BNI Plataran Xtrail

O

n 6th October 2018, Plataran L’Harmonie – West Bali National

Park will be the base venue for the 2nd Plataran XTrail event. The race, the first trail run in Bali, has earned a reputation as Indonesia’s most exhilarating trail running events. Part of the Asia Trail Master series, Plataran’s XTrail serves as the

a

qualifying

2018

Asia

round Trail

Championship. 40

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for

Master


Located at Bali’s only Nation Park, festivities surrounding the race will showcase the natural beauty of the West Bali wilderness, while also highlighting the culinary and cultural attractions that make the area unique. The event features a range races including a 70 km race for experienced endurance runners, a 30 km run for intermediate runners, and a 7.2km for families and beginners. In comparison to last year’s race, this year’s course will be more challenging in terms of the height and number of hills traversed during the race. For this the second year of the race the number of runners is expected to reach 750 - a 50% increase over last year’s inaugural event. Run in cooperation with Plataran L’Harmonie –

West

Bali

National

Park

this

year’s

event is committed to strengthening and supporting local communities, along with the preservation of the natural environment and wildlife resources. The race will increase public awareness of costal and marine ecosystems

through

an

endemic

tree

planting program and endangered Bali Starling release program. Plataran Indonesia serves as the base for the race was founded in 2009 as an

exotic

Indonesian

company

that

encompasses hotels, resorts, cruise vessels, spas,

restaurants,

event

venues

and

nature development areas. The Plataran L’Harmonie at the West Bali National Park is set to welcome participants and spectators from all over Indonesia and beyond for the 2nd BNI Plataran Xtrail Event. Cycling Batukaru & Jatiluwih Asia World Indonesia

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ASIAN PARA GAMES 2018

Disabled-friendly facilities for athletes and audience in Jakarta

T

he Asian Para Games, to take place 6th to 13th October 2018 in Jakarta,

the capital city of Indonesia, follows hot on the heels of the phenomenal success achieved at

the

18th

Asian

Games

2018. The Asian Para Games are planned to become an equally impressive multisports event, dedicated not only to

President

participating

of

athletes

with

of

Indonesia,

the

Republic

watch matches at the Asian Para

Joko

Widodo,

Games”

instructed

President

various disabilities but also for

has made special emphasis,

Joko

Widodo.

The

disabled audiences. All venues

underlining

also

ensured

that

venues,

for the matches are already

disabilities must be given free

transportation,

the

athletes’

equipped with special facilities

and proper entry and facilities

village, and all technical aspects

for

for

for the event”. “I have specially

should be well prepared for both

whom tickets are distributed

requested free entry for those

athletes and audience.

completely free of charge.

with a disability who wish to

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disabled

audiences

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that

“those

with

President


President Joko Widodo personally led the Asian Para Games preparatory meeting on Friday, 7th September 2018 at the Presidential Palace in Bogor, emphasizing that as host country, Indonesia must be both great and hospitable just as it had splendidly done so during Asian Games 2018. 42 Asian countries will be joining the forthcoming Asian Para Games 2018. “I want the momentum of the success achieved by Asian Games to roll over onto the Asian Para Games. We aim to be a good host once more and provide excellent service to the 2,888 athletes and 1,826 officials who will compete in 18 sports at the Asian Para Games” said Joko Widodo. On his side, Chairperson of the Indonesia Asian

Para

Committee

Games

2018

(INAPGOC),

Organizing Raja

Sapta

Oktohari, mentioned that the Asian Para Games must sustain the positive memories and sports euphoria as reverberated by Asian Games 2018. Among the first steps taken to achieve this end, INAPGOC has spread the spirit of Asian Para Games across the Indonesian archipelago through

Meanwhile, Head of the National Paralympic Committee

the torch relay tour. Commencing in Solo,

(NPC), Senny Marbun revealed that the Indonesia

in Central Java, the Asian Para Games

contingent aims to be among the top 6 in the overall

torch was flown to Ternate in North Maluku

winners list at the Asian Para Games 2018, winning at least

on 9th September for a grand procession

17 gold medals from 18 sports from a total of 568 gold

coinciding with the National Sports Day

medals up for grabs. “We are confident that we can reach

celebrations on the island. From here,

the top 6 winning 16 or 17 gold medals.

the Asian Para Games torch continues its journey to Makassar (South Sulawesi) on

There is also a large possibility that we may be able to

12th September, Bali on 16th September,

gain more, thereby rising higher up the ranks” said Senny

Pontianak

Marbun.

(West

Kalimantan)

on

19th

September, Medan (North Sumatra) on

Senny further explained that among the sports that

23rd September, Pangkal Pinang (Bangka-

Indonesia targets to gain gold medals are: athletics,

Belitung) on 26th September, to finally reach

badminton, swimming, table tennis, weightlifting, and

host city Jakarta on 30th September.

cycling. Asia World Indonesia

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NUSA DUA FIESTA For five days in October, the beautiful beaches of Nusa Dua come to life with spectacular art, music and dance performances, colorful carnivals, and fun sporting events at the Nusa Dua Fiesta. The festival also hosts a vibrant farmer’s market, plenty of food trucks offering gourmet food and charity events like marathons and fund-raising dinners.

N

usa Dua Fiesta 2018

local and international acts

brings

the

playing across all days. You

colorful

will also find fashion shows

week to the luxury beach

and competitions including

resort area on Bali’s southeast

a ‘latte art’ competition and

coast. It has been first held in

body painting artists.

1996 and became one of the

Foodies should look out for

biggest festivals on the island.

the

The public is encouraged to

held by the Indonesian Chefs

attend this fun event with a

Association,

new theme every year.

mixology competition where

Live entertainment is a big

you can sample a sip from the

part

island’s best bartenders.

fun

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of

the

back and

festival

with

cooking as

competition well

as

a


Don’t miss the chance to watch the spectacular Devdan Show at Nusa Dua Theatre on the main stage. The festival concludes with a colossal dance performance titled Mentari Pulau Dewata or ‘Sun of the Island of the Gods’. After this performance, live bands and DJ’s will play music late into the evening. As the event also promotes environmental causes, you will also notice locals cleaning up the streets and beach areas in honour of this event. Nusa Dua Fiesta is taking place between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM and is for free. So come on down to the Nusa Dua Fiesta and take part in this fun cultural event!

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Saraswati Day in Bali

Once every 210 days (the Balinese Pawukon Calender), Bali will celebrate Saraswati, or, freely translated, “Knowledge Day”.

Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge,

music,

arts,

wisdom

Saraswati has four hands in

to the holy books and scrolls

which she holds;

in

1. A Lontar. This is a traditional

will celebrate Saraswati at

Balinese

is

school usually in the morning.

the source of science or

Balinese people who have an

knowledge.

office job will make offerings

2. A chain with 108 pieces. This

at their office.

symbolizes that knowledge

In the afternoon, the Balinese

never

are not allowed to read or

book

ends

that

and

has

an

their

houses.

Students

and nature. She is symbolized by an

everlasting life cycle.

write books because all the

attractive woman with a white swan

3. A musical instrument (guitar

books are blessed. In the

among water lilies.

or wina). This symbolizes that

evening, people will read

science develops through the

books

between good and evil. The water lilies

growth of culture.

books) at home or in the

& lotus flowers are symbols of holiness.

On

The swan symbolizes prudence, so that one’s knowledge is able to distinguish

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temple.

(preferably

religious


Pagerwesi Celebrations Four days after Saraswati comes Pagerwesi.

Pagerwesi (or iron fence) is the day when the Balinese strengthen their minds and souls against evil forces (the iron fence is a representation of strong self-preservation).

On this day, the Balinese focus on personal strength building. They do this to make sure that evil will not enter their mind, speech and actions so they don’t harm their surroundings. In

Bali,

Pagerwesi

is

considered

a

really

important holiday. It is celebrated in a similar way to Galungan Day and this includes the tall decorated bamboo poles or “penjors�. The Balinese Hindu will pray in their houses and visit temples to show gratitude to Sanghyang Paramesti Guru.

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Wonderful

Raja Ampat Festival

From 18 to 21 October 2018, the Raja Ampat Festival 2018 will take you on a spectacular adventure to several places of the Raja Ampat Islands in West Papua Province. This extraordinary event will be centered on Waisai, the capital of Raja Ampat Regency on Waigeo Island. It features various activities that will reveal the magical wonders of Raja Ampat, from several sights to close and personal encounters with some of the most interesting and unique realms in the world. You will be able to snorkel and dive all over the island which has been awarded the World’s Best Snorkeling and Diving registration by CNN Travel. You can also join many local people to enjoy lots of exciting lessons, competitions, dance performances, exhibitions and public entertainment. 48

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This festival offers many opportunities to explore the sea since Raja Ampat is the heart of the world’s coral triangle where you can find many species like carpet sharks, dolphins, turtles, dugongs and more. In addition to this beautiful natural wonders, the festival will be highlighted by traditional arts and cultural performances, like photo underwater

competitions,

decorating

traditional boats, swimming competitions, seafood cooking competitions, bazaars and much more. To get to Raja Ampat you need to take a flight from Jakarta or Makassar to Sorong. There are small planes which take you to Waisai, the capital of Raja Ampat Regency, or you can take a ferry from the port of Sorong to the islands.

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BALI INTERNATIONAL

TRIATHLON

T

he

11th

annual

Herbalife

Bali

International Triathlon returns to the Island of the Gods on 21 October

2018. This “Triathlon for the Soul� is held at Sanur Beach and surrounding areas. To accommodate a growing number of race participants and spectators, the 2018 Herbalife Bali International Triathlon will remain at the picturesque and welcoming traditional village of Sanur. As in the past years, the race starts shortly after sunrise with a swim in the waters of Mertasari Beach, followed by a bike sprint on from Bypass Sanur and finishing with a road race in Sanur area back to the beach.

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2000 athletes with participants from Indonesia and more than 30 foreign countries are expected travelling to Bali. There are categories for men and women, individual and team relay, from 16 years old up to 60+ years. There is an Olympic Distance Event which consists of a 1,5 km swim, 40 km bike ride and a 10 km run, a Sprint Distance Event which consists of a 500 m swim, 20 km bike ride and a 5 km run, and there will also be a 5 km fun run. The first group undertaking a swimming start takes to the water shortly after 6:00 AM. Spectators are welcome to come and watch the events!

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KUTA BEACH FESTIVAL The Kuta Beach Festival showcases youth creativity on the beachfront of Kuta. An opening ceremony on the main road of Jalan Pantai Kuta, in front of the Kuta Beachwalk mall, precedes the weekend of exhibitions, bazaars and live music concerts on the sand. Beside to a music festival, it’s also a clothing festival, food festival, car show, kite festival, surfing contest and many more. The festival was first held in 2003 and has grown every year since. The idea of this event was birthed following the devastating Bali bombing of 2002. The locals were deeply affected by this act of terrorism and afterwards created this event to celebrate and enjoy life.

It’s a community event that features many activities, that present Bali’s rich culture. The festival is suitable for visitors of all ages and there are plenty of things for kids to do such as play at the onsite playground and take part in art sessions as well as playing games on the beach. The entrance is free. As part of the Kuta Beach Festival there will be the Sunset Run, which will be held at Kuta Beach and will take 5000m distance in the beautiful sunset along of Kuta Beach. This event is open to international runners as well as national runners.

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UBUD WRITERS & READERS FESTIVAL

S

outheast Asia’s leading cultural and literary event, the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF),

returns on 24 to 28 October 2018. Starting in 2002 as part of the island’s revival after the first Bali bombings, the festival has grown beyond the boundaries of a literary festival and has evolved into a global hub for dialogues, cultural workshops, music, food, film, art exhibitions and many other forms of creative celebration.

The UWRF is welcoming more than 160 speakers from 30 countries this year. It’s for experts and lovers of

the

literary

world,

ranging

from readers, authors, musicians

T

and chefs. There is a number

goals, which has been interpreted as ‘The world we create’.

get feedback from experts in the

Participants of the 5-day-festival will delve deep into this

field.

theme, exploring ways in which people around the globe

The main festival events take place

create a world they want to live in and how, as individuals or

on Jalan Raya Sanggingan, just

communities. To explore these ideas, UWRF brings together

5 minutes from the Ubud town

some of the world’s leading authors, artists, activists and

centre. Tickets can be purchased

performers.

for 1 day or all 4 days.

his year’s theme will be Jagadhita. Taken from Balinese

of workshops and classes held

Hindu philosophy, Jagadhita is the individual pursuit of

throughout

universal harmony and prosperity as one of life’s primary

writers can improve their skills and

the

festival

where

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SAWAHLUNTO COAL TRAIL MARATHON 2018

Nostalgic Heritage Sites of West Sumatra

W

ith

the

success

of

its

inaugural edition last year, on 27 October 2018 the

Sawahlunto Coal Trail Marathon 2018 will again take runners on a special race, following trails of the once busy coal mining activities, passing fascinating heritage sites in the charming town of Sawahlunto in West Sumatra Province Centered at the Lapangan Segitiga Sawahlunto

(Sawahlunto’s

Triangular

Field) where the Start and Finish line begins and ends, runners will be taken across numerous fascinating heritage sites in this coal mining town, past the Silo Park, the once famous Ombilin Mines,

The race is divided into 3 categories: the Short Trail Course

Polan’s Peak, and a lot more. A unique

(13K), Half Marathon Course (21K), and Full Marathon Course

feature of the race is where participants

(42K).

will run along the ‘Kalam Tunnel’, the

Sawahlunto was once renowned as the town of the ‘black

835 meters old railroad tunnel that was

pearl’ due to the abundant coal mined here and exported

once used for the transportation of coal.

by waiting ships to Europe. It was William Hendrik de Greeve,

The entire marathon course will go over

a Dutch Geologist, who discovered the site in the early

different tracks, from asphalt roads, dirt

19th century, and found it rich in coal deposits. And so the

tracks, to romantic village lanes.

first investments of the Dutch company made here was in coal mining beginning 19th century, building infrastructure, public facilities, offices, hotels, housing areas, and stores, that were built to organize, manage and transport this precious resource. Transportation networks were then developed, connecting Sawahlunto with Muaro Kalaban, Pulau Aie, Padang Panjang, Bukittinggi, Solok and on to the capital city, Padang, with investments of no less than 20 million Dutch Guilders at the time. History notes that coal mining in Sawahlunto was launched on 1 December 1888, and became famous worldwide as the Ombilin mines.

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Today, many of the structures and facilities built in those heydays can still be inspected and admired and have been well preserved after the downslide of the coal industry towards the last part of the 20th century. This unique town was developed into a special heritage site and tourist attraction offering nostalgic golden day memories to its visitors of a once prosperous mining town. Combining

sport,

competition,

and the old world, the Sawahlunto Coal Trail Marathon 2018 promises participants a once in a life-time opportunity

to

experience

the

charm of an old mining town called Sawahlunto.

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FESTIVAL OF THE ARCHIPELAGO’S ROYAL PALACES AND ASEAN TRADITIONAL COMMUNITIES 2018 IN MADURA, JAVA

T

his year, the town of Sumenep located on the east coast of Madura

Island,

right

across

Surabaya, the capital city of East Java Province, - is host to the annual Festival of the Archipelago’s Royal Palaces and ASEAN Traditional Communities 2018, to be staged from 27th to 31st October 2018. Fifty royal houses across the Indonesian islands and 100 observers from other 150 royal houses are expected to

Entering its 12th edition, the event will again be highlighted

attend the festival. Adjunct to this

with an array of resplendent features that include the

occasion,

Summit

colorful Procession of Royal Soldiers and Guardians of

of the Archipelago’s Royal Palaces

various royal houses, Royal Palaces Art Performances,

Forum (FSKN) will be convened which

Royal

has members of 58 royal palaces and

Costumes Show exclusively worn by the aristocracy, a

sultanates and 196 elders of traditional

Royal Heirlooms Exhibition, and a meeting of Royal houses

communities. Altogether the joint event

across the archipelago. Moreover, the festival will also be

is projected to draw no less than 10,000

attended by artists, cultural figures, historians, and many

people.

other important personalities. Prior to the festival, a road

a

Seminar

and

Although

Indonesia

is

Republic,

yet,

vast

this

the

Unitary

sprawling

archipelago still houses an amalgam of different cultures that were shaped by centuries of historical developments, where these were once ruled by kings or sultans. However, in the Republic of Indonesia, these royal houses have until today remained predominantly the guardians of the wide diversity of local cultures and traditions, values and beliefs that have been passed down the generations.

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Palaces

Rituals

and

Ceremonies,

traditional

show is held to 5 of Indonesia’s royal palaces, namely: in Solo, Medan, Mempawah, Ternate, and Denpasar.


Yahya

From Juanda International Airport in Surabaya, there

expressed his enthusiasm for the event.

are regular flights to the Trunojoyo Airport at Sumenep,

The strengthening of cultural values as

operated by Wings Air, a sister company of Lion Air. The

carried by the Royals will add positive

flight takes around 35 minutes, and leaves Surabaya at

impact to their commercial value,

12. 45 hrs daily, Ticket fare is Rp. 225,000 one way. The

thereby creating a perfect combination.

return flight leaves Sumenep at 13.45 hrs West Indonesia

“Cultural preservation is indeed very

Time and arrives in Surabaya at 14.20 hrs. The return flight

important since it introduces the customs

is cheaper at Rp. 175,000 one way.

and traditions of royal palaces that are

However, you may also choose the land route and travel

most valuable. They also preserve and

by bus from the airport to the Purabaya Central Bus

conserve historical legacies that are

Station. From here, take another bus to Sumenep.

Minister

of

Tourism,

Arief

in fact valuable tourism assets”, said Minister Arief Yahya. Further pointing out that Sumenep is among the many destinations that have an impressive royal palace that is rich in history. “Do visit Sumenep that still boasts of a beautiful royal palace that has retained its original features ” said Minister Arief Yahya.

The island of Madura is

But for more convenience, best rent a car from Surabaya and

better known for its thrilling

have it pick you up at the airport. The ride takes about 1.5 hours.

bullraces

that are held

On your way to Sumenep, you will cross the long and wide

every year after the harvest

Suramadu bridge that connects Surabaya with Madura that

when

most

offers fascinating scenery over the harbor and the separating sea.

decorated

As for accommodation, there are a number of inns and modest

the

island’s

handsomely bulls

are

paraded

and

hotels in Sumenep whose rates range from a low IDR50,000 to

competed against each

about IDR200,000-300, 000 per night. Or you may choose to

other for speed and agility.

return to Surabaya and stay at the many hotels in the city, that range from deluxe 5-star hotels to more simple accommodation. Asia World Indonesia

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T

he 6th edition of Jakarta Marathon is the largest running event in Indonesia. Runners from all over the world hit the streets to run in one of the five

race categories: Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K and Maratoonz (sprint for the children) that have its start and finish point at National Monument (MONAS). This year, the event will be held on 28 October 2018.

JAKARTA MARATHON The

sites

of

historical

heritage

Jakarta Marathon has been the first official International

combined with the metropolitan

Marathon in Indonesia. It’s held in the capital city of

skyscrapers of Jakarta will be the

Indonesia and were initiated and founded by Joko

major features of the running track.

Widodo (The Governor of Jakarta Province period 2012-

The event is also enlivened with festival

2014) and Sapta Nirwandar (Vice Minister of the Ministry

and live music performances at

of Tourism and Creative Economy of The Republic of

several spots in the course, so runners

Indonesia period 2009-2014).

and spectators are pampered with

The first Jakarta Marathon was held in 2013 and since

entertainment

then more than ten thousand runners from all over the

lively

world have participated, including world elite runners

culture performances and festive

from Kenya, Ethiopia, United Kingdom, Japan, France

and splendid contemporary pop

and Australia.

arts.

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stages

Indonesian

presenting

traditional

arts,


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News

Get the latest news and updates on Aviation Industry all over Indonesia.

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Juliandra

Nurtjahjo,

Citilink’s

president director, said the new routes were expected to increase tourist arrivals to Indonesia. This three cities were selected because they are important secondary cities in

Citilink

opens new routes to three chinese cities

L

ow-cost carrier Citilink is expanding its international service by opening new

international

routes

to

three

Chinese cities. Starting at the end of October this year, Citilink will provide regular direct flights every day to Kunming, Xiamen and

Nanjing

Denpasar

from and

Jakarta, Manado,

respectively.

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China. The flight will use Airbus 320 planes with seat capacity of 180 people. With its new international flights to China, Citilink will have five international routes as previously they already had a Jakarta to Penang route and a Denpasar to Dili route.


G

aruda Indonesia has announced

that

it

will end serving all

its

nonstop

Jakarta-London

Heathrow flights on 28 October 2018.

The

Jakarta-London-

Jakarta non-stop service has opened in October 2017. The airline said it was coordinating with

its

partners

to

assist

Garuda Indonesia

to close non-stop Jakarta - London Sevice

passengers who were affected by

the

service’s

termination,

including rerouting them on flights through Amsterdam and other alternative routes. “The London Heathrow-Amsterdam-Jakarta route will continue to operate six times a week,” Garuda posted on Twitter. “For passengers who bought tickets

through

Indonesia email

to:

UK

Garuda

website,

please

e-booking@garuda-

indonesia.com or call 0062 212 3519999,” the post said. Asia World Indonesia

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Batik Air to lainch new route

SURABAYA TO LABUAN BAJO

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atik Air, a subsidiary of Indonesia’s largest low-cost carrier Lion Air, is set to launch on Sept. 7 a new route

that would connect the East Javanese capital of Surabaya to Labuan Bajo in East Nusa Tenggara. Lion Air Group said in a statement that the inaugural ID 6130 flight would depart from Juanda International Airport in Surabaya at 11:10 a.m. and arrive in Komodo Airport in Labuan Bajo at 1:40 p.m. The return ID 6131 flight is scheduled to depart at 2:25 p.m. from Labuan Bajo and arrive in Surabaya at 2:55 p.m. The route would be served by the Airbus 320-200, which has a capacity of 12 business and 144 economy class seats. Return flights would operate on Monday and Wednesday through Saturday.

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Batik Air CEO Achmad Luthfie said the flights serve as an additional connection between popular destinations of Surabaya and Labuan Bajo. “The launch of this new network is a continuation of my promise as CEO of Batik Air during the first Batik Air flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Labuan Bajo,� Achmad said as quoted by kompas.com. He added that the latest route from Batik Air also complemented the Surabaya flights to Labuan Bajo, which Wings Air has scheduled to fly every Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday.

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LOMBOK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

GET A NEW NAME

E

ffective September 5, 2018, Lombok International Airport Changes its Name to Zainuddin Abdul Madji

International Airport. In a decree issued by Indonesia’s Minister of Transportation, the name of the Lombok International Airport (LIA) was officially changed on September 5, 2018 to The Zainuddin

Abdul

Madjid

International

Airport. The Ministerial Decree Number KP 1421 of 2018 follow the tradition of naming major Indonesian airports after prominent historical figures in Indonesia. Zainuddin Abdul Madji (1898-1997) was a charismatic religious leader born in Selong, East Lombok who is credited with establishing the Nahdlatul Watham, a mass Islamic organization. Zainuddi Abdul Madjid was named a national hero by Presidential decree in 2017. Lombok’s IATA code is LOP.



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Coconut Kaukau


Ingredients • 2 sweet potatoes (kaukau) • 4 tablespoons butter , diced • 3 tablespoons grated fresh

How to make 1. Rinse the sweet potatoes, then wrap each of them in aluminum foil and place on a plate. 2. Bake in preheated 400 F oven for 1 hour or until cooked through.

coconut (or unsweetened

3. Cut sweet potatoes in two lengthwise.

shredded coconut)

4. Scoop out about ¾ of the sweet potatoes with

• ½ cup coconut cream

a spoon into a bowl. 5. Immediately add the butter. Add salt and

• ½ onion , finely chopped

pepper, and mash with a fork to get a smooth

• 2 cloves garlic , crushed

purée.

• 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger grated

6. Set the skins of the half hollowed sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 7. Add the coconut cream, onion, garlic, ginger

• 2 tablespoons orange juice

and orange juice to the mashed sweet potatoes.

• Salt to taste

Mix well.

• Pepper to taste

8. Fill the hollowed half sweet potatoes with the mashed mixture.


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his 3 Days/ 2 Nights Ijen Discovery takes you where few tourists dare to go! Travelling along the picturesque

west coast of Bali with the sea on one side and the verdant rice fields on the other we head to Gilimanuk and take the ferry across the Java Strait to Banyuwangi in East Java. A city tour by local becak lets us explore kampongs, a traditional market and a Chinese Temple before we overnight in the cool, mountains. Passing through coffee, cocoa and clove plantations we head to Mount Ijen. A break at the Park Rangers post and then commence our hike to the rim of the crater at an altitude of 2380 meters above sea level. Here we see the sulfuric lake with its eerie color and apocalypse like impression!

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Product of The Month

3D2N IJEN DISCOVERY


Highlights • Views from Mount Ijen Crater Rim • Sulfuric Lake • Witness local men seeking sulfur on the bottom of the crater lake

Activities

• Travel passing through Bali West Coast • Becak ride through Banyuwangi City • Hiking to Mount Ijen crater rim • Witness breathtaking views from the crater rim • Witness the sulfuric lake reflecting its eerie color over the crater walls • Coffee, Cocoa and Clove plantation

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Jakarta, Java Full day tour (7 - 8 hours)

JAKARTA ROUND AND ABOUT Overview Asia World Indonesia takes you along the paths of history on this excursion to the Old Harbor Sunda Kelapa and Fatahillah Museum. Explore Glodok China the largest China Town in Indonesia and the National Monument with its flame coated in 65kgs of gold and not to miss the antiquities collection at the National Museum.

In-Details Our guide will pick you up from your hotel at 09.00am and escort you to the old harbor Sunda Kelapa. This 500year-old harbor area was a vital link to markets of the outside world for the 15th century kingdom of Pajajaran. Here amongst the colorful craft of all descriptions, you may be lucky enough to spot one of the tall-masted Bugis schooners from South Sulawesi – one of the last fleet of merchant sailing vessels in the world. Step back into the Dutch Colonial era of the Fatahillah Museum with its extensive collection of up to 23,500 items, explore Glodok China Town touted as the largest Chinatown regions in the country. See the National Monument – an impressive 450-feet high obelisk capped with a flame coated with 65kgs of gold and built to symbolize the nation’s independence in 1945 - photo stop is made here. On to the National Museum – one of the great museums of South-East Asia, with an outstanding collection of Indonesian antiquities, Chinese bronzes, ceramics and other priceless treasures. Lunch (optional) at local restaurant. Return to your hotel at approx. 16.00pm

Fast Facts        

Suitable for Individual Traveler or Group Operates daily Pick up at 09.00 hrs , return at approx. 16:00 hrs Advance booking required minimum 48 hours Private basis only ( no seat in coach) Recommended to bring hat and sunscreen Casual clothing and comfortable walking shoes Lunch is optional on personal account

Selling Points An interesting insight into old Jakarta with its history and heritage.

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