Asia World Indonesia News Bulletin Magazine - September 2017

NEWS BULLETIN ASIA WORLD INDONESIA

#ConnectingAsiaToTheWorld Issue #21 | September 2017

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TOUR OF THE MONTH

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International festivals in Indonesia that will be held on this month

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CONTENTS HOTEL Alaya rebranded into Amnaya Hotel

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The luxury villa resort in Ubud Bali

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Komaneka at Keramas Beach

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2017 world’s best hotel, Nihi Sumba

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Island A 5-star Bali hotel from Lippo group will

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be launched on December 2017 Peruvian - Japanese sky bar in Bali

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Luxury lodge on the heights of Amed

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40 CONTENTS AWI INFO HR News

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Traditional Indonesian Recipe

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SPECIAL NEWS Tribal people of Indonesia -

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The Nage People Vietjet to launch flights to

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Indonesia Lake Toba new airport set to

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welcome travelers to Lake Toba in September

TOUR OF THE MONTH Sky Adventure Experience 50

Ultra Beach Bali 2017

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The 11th annual Balinale

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Dance for peace Festival

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Ubud Run 2017

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Bestival Bali

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Tumpek Landep 2017

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Lake Toba Festival 2017

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General Manager’s

M E S S AG E Dear valued partners,

Cultural Park GWK on September 30th –

Welcome into the month of September.

October 1st 2017. Contact us at mice@

This month in Bali we celebrate several events

asiaworldindonesia.com for special festival

and festivals such as the Tumpek Landep, the

packages including 3 nights stay at selected

Ubud Run, the ULTRA Beach Bali, the Dance for

hotels and discounted festival tickets.

Peace Festival, the 11th edition of the BALINALE

And this month I would like to introduce you

Film Festival and the 1st BESTIVAL in Bali. More in

to the Nage people, an indigenous tribe from

this News Bulletin.

Flores. More details in this News Bulletin.

In Lake Toba we have the Lake Toba Festival

And I am also continuing to introduce our Teams

and we are also celebrating Idul Adha and the

to you. This month I would like to introduce our

Islamic New Year in Indonesia this month. More

Marketing Advisor Mr. Geoffrey Berdal.

in this News Bulletin.

And last but not least this months “Marcel’s

We are also showcasing new hotels and hotel

favorite Indonesian recipe for you to cook at

updates so please check out our Hotels section

home”……Panada or Manado Tuna Stuffed

to find out more.

Bread / Pastry. Bon appetite.

Asia World Indonesia is also proud partner of

I hope you enjoy reading our latest News

the first Bestival in Bali which takes place at our

Bulletin.

Kind regards,

Marcel Barmettler General Manager

CEO Renato Domini|renato@asiaworldindonesia.com General Manager Marcel Barmettler|marcel@asiaworldindonesia.com

Business Development Manager Slava Dyugaev|slava@asiaworldindonesia.com Customer Service Manager Benjamin Pigneguy |benjamin@asiaworldindonesia.com Finance and Accounting Manager Maruli H. Hutauruk|maruli@asiaworldindonesia.com MICE Manager Wahyu Listyo Adi|wahyu@asiaworldindonesia.com IT Manager Paulus Wirya Adhi S|wirya@asiaworldindonesia.com

Logistics Manager I Gusti A.A. Sunu|sunu@asiaworldindonesia.com Manager Travel Designer & Reservations Africa and Europe Welly Jayapranatha|Welly@asiaworldindonesia.com Team Leader Americas, Australia & Virtuoso Ira Sukma Utami|ira@asiaworldindonesia.com Manager Travel Design & Reservations Asia / Middle East Ribut Dwi Santoso|ribut@asiaworldindonesia.com Manager Travel Design & Reservations France Rudi Sulistyawan| rudi@asiaworldindonesia.com

Market Manager France Geoffrey Berdal|geoffrey@asiaworldindonesia.com Representative for Australia,New Zealand and Virtuoso Scott Cammell|scot@asiaworldindonesia.com The Americas Representative Douglas Vogl|doug@asiaworldindonesia.com Germany Representative Andrea Beyreuther|andrea@asiaworldindonesia.com

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EXPLORE DREAM DISCOVER

ALAYA

Rebranded into

AMNAYA HOTEL

R

ebranded

as

Amnaya

Resort Kuta, Alaya Resort Kuta,

the

popular

116-

room Bali hotel in South Kuta, is celebrating a new journey as the first hotel brand in a series of 4-star boutique properties owned and operated by PT Tibi Modern Sentosa.

The

new

logo

of

Amnaya

tells the story about harmony, endless bond of family, generation and cultures of heritage. All are reflected in their humble, sincere services from the heart that worth remembering. All start from the heart.

Amnaya Resort Kuta keeps the concept of a haven of relaxation in amidst the upbeat energy of Bali’s most colourful tourism district - a sense of calmness and oasis in the middle of South Kuta, Bali. Find them, they have so much story to share with you.

THE LUXURY VILLA RESORT IN UBUD BALI A

new

and

inspiring

five-star

tranquil resort is open for their first guests in this September

L

ocated in Bali’s lush district of Payangan, Samsara Ubud is the creme de la creme of laid-back

luxury and chic. The strategic location of the resort offers an exceptional sense of calm, yet is only a 20-minute drive to the town of Ubud and an hour and a half drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport.

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eventeen villas -- 8 one-bedroom pool villa, 6 one-bedroom pool villa, 2 two-bedroom pool villa and 1 three-bedroom pool villa -- make

up this resort. Designed by internationally acclaimed Bali architect, Popo Danes, all villas are equally sumptuous and lavishly decorated. Samsara Ubud has been designed to be in complete harmony with nature by taking the natural land contour into account. The integration of sustainable design strategies can also be seen from how the original contour of the land is maintained. The architecture is a tribute to Bali’s centuries-old rice terraces, providing all villas with views of the tropical jungle.

Each villa, starting from 122 square metres, comes with a private heated infinity pool and a spacious outdoor area. Bathrooms feature Makassar marble, double vanities, deep bathtub and separate indoor & outdoor showers. A mix of Balinese decor, teak furnishings and fabrics create the villas’ interior.

Samsara Ubud’s dining venue, The Kelusa, presents a great dining experience. Chef Iwan Sutrisno and his team offer dishes which celebrate the rich and diverse culinary history of Balinese and Indonesian food.

A plethora of activities is available to enjoy the lush tropical forests of Payangan and nearby attractions, such as exploring nearby Kelusa village or experiencing a Balinese water purification ritual at Tirta Empul water temple.

Chakra

Spa’s

therapies,

a

range

of

treatments featuring soothing massages and rejuvenating body scrubs will help achieve a perfect state of relaxation. Other leisure facilities include a fully-equipped gym, a sauna and two heated outdoor pools.

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KOMANEKA at Keramas Beach A sophisticated tropical gateway

K

omaneka Resorts are a collection of sophisticated boutique resorts in Bali, with most of the properties located

in highland Ubud. Each is carefully created to fulfill travelers’ expectations of upscale luxury lifestyle with outstanding value, in a

Komaneka at Keramas Beach, is the newest in the

spacious resort room or villa, surrounded

collection and the fifth property of Komaneka

by the natural beauty of Bali and looked

Resorts boutique hotels with a 360-degree

after by Komaneka’s gracious professional

view that includes the Indian Ocean and the

staff to make you feel ‘at home’. Komaneka

neighboring island Nusa Penida, living rice fields,

gives an experience of both traditional

and the glorious Mount Agung, Bali’s highest and

Balinese culture and the leisure of a modern

holiest volcano. All villas have private pools and

international lifestyle.

unrestricted views of the sea — on a sprawling

While Ubud brims with temples, small

property that comes right to the edge of a

palaces, galleries, museums, spas, shops,

beautiful black-sand beach.

and its most renowned traditional musicians

On the eastern side of Komaneka at Keramas

and dancers, the village of Keramas, on

Beach overlooking the Indian Ocean is the

the southeast coast of Bali, is a very old

restaurant Timur Kitchen. (Timur means ‘east’ in

community with royal ancestry. The village

Indonesian.) The sophisticated contemporary

is unspoiled by over-development and has

design of this open-air restaurant is rich with

a rich local cultural life. Its classical Balinese

wood sculpture and intricate details inspired by

opera troupe is famous all over Bali. This is

the old era of the royal Balinese kingdoms, as

the address of our new beachside home,

well as a water fountain and pond as a symbol of

Komaneka at Keramas Beach.

prosperity and luck. The stunning location gives the spectacular 360-degree view that the whole resort offers.

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Close to Timur Kitchen is the 400 sqm swimming pool with its own white sandy beach, contrasting

with

the

exotic

black

volcanic sands of the Keramas beach.

The venue has capacity of 20 seats overlooking Keramas beach shaded with palm trees and beautiful tropical gardens.

Komaneka at Keramas Beach is a about appoximately

30-minute

drive

from

Ubud, 15 minutes from Sanur, and 50 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport.

Komaneka is a way into the magical world of Bali. Its hospitality arises from the Balinese Hindu practice of treating their gods like honored guests, with offerings of food, flowers, music, dance, and splendor. For this reason, many ordinary Balinese are accomplished dancers, musicians, and artists. The staffs are happy to share with resort guests their skills in wood-carving, dancing, and making offerings, with free classes every afternoon. Komaneka also introduces the rich and savory world of Balinese and Indonesian cuisine for a delightful dining experience.

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2017

World’s Best Hotel,Nihi Sumba Island

N

ihi

Sumba

Island

(formerly

Nihiwatu) resort in West Sumba

The luxury property has won the award for two consecutive years

regency, East Nusa Tenggara,

was named the 2017 World’s Best Hotel by Travel+Leisure magazine readers.

In the annual reader survey, properties around the world were rated on their facilities,

location,

service,

food

and

overall value. The resort scored rave reviews across the board for its remote location (it’s an hour by plane from Bali) and one of the review commented, “this is paradise”.

Owner Chris Burch, who bought the property

in

2012

and

expanded

its

footprint by adding a spa, nine villas, and 13 rooms, has managed to preserve the edge-of-civilization vibe and strong sense

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of community.

During a press conference, Tourism Minister Arief Yahya said that Nihi Sumba Island won the award likely because of its overall value as the property helped to develop the local community and environment through its eco-friendly concept.

“Nihi Sumba Island could be considered [an

example

of]

sustainable

tourism

development,” Arief said.

West Sumba Development Planning Board (Bappeda) head Aloysius Seran expressed appreciation for the award, saying it helped to introduce travelers to West Sumba regency. He said that, previously, the island was frequently mistaken for Sumbawa.

However, Aloysius also addressed that the area needed to be developed, particularly in infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, clean water and electricity. “[State-owned electricity firm] PLN only supplied electricity to Nihi Sumba Island at certain hours,” he said, noting that the luxury property relied on an electric generator.

Meanwhile, Nihi Sumba Island managing partner James McBride said he wanted to see more direct flights to Sumba Island.

“Currently, other than [travelers] coming from Singapore, travelers need to spend the night in Bali [before heading to Sumba Island],” he said.

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A 5-star Bali hotel from Lippo Group will be launched on December 2017

A

ryaduta

Bali

positioned

is

hotel

a

superbly

destination.

Located close to Bali’s most

recognized attractions that include an array of cultural and leisure pursuits, Kuta Beach and upmarket shopping in a mall that shares the same ground as the hotel.

The Aryaduta Bali is located in South Kuta minutes from Waterbom Park, colorful street side shopping and within close distance to the popular Segara Beach.

The hotel is just five minutes from Bali airport and ten minutes from connecting roads to the coastal and highland communities of Seminyak, Nusa Dua, Sanur and Ubud and beyond.

Hotel Facilities & Services The hotel is attached to Lippo Mall, a popular retail shopping center with facilities that meet expectations

of

international

guests. Aryaduta Bali is a fully integrated hotel where guests can

Guest Room Features

anticipate the best in services,

Aryaduta Bali accommodation features

comfort and recreation. Facilities

full-size rooms, the largest in Kuta, which

include a specialized kids zone,

can comfortably sleep two adults and

spa,

two children (under 16). Average room

lounge, fully equipped gym and

size is 50 sqm with a mix of interconnecting

several standout restaurant and

rooms and balconies. All rooms feature

food outlets, alongside personal

hi-speed broadband, spacious working

shopping

and

desk and sofa, IPTV and satellite TV, iron,

services,

undercover

hair dryer, plush amenities and turndown

tour desk and concierge services.

service. There are a number of Club Studio

Guests will also find a stylish layover

rooms for guests wishing to have more

lounge for late departures and

space to work or relax.

airport pick up service, only ten

massage

and

beach

beauty

shuttle parking,

minutes from baggage carousel to lobby.

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Food & Beverages Facilities Aryaduta Bali is a sought after destination for its food and beverage offerings both for hotel guests and those passersby along busy Jalan Kartika Plaza. From the ground floor fronting the mall with its street side restaurant and Beer Garden, to the rooftop Reef Restaurant and Pool Bar venue that caters to functions, the hotel features a well-considered mix of dining to experience on different levels. Guests can enjoy breakfast buffet at the rooftop Reef Restaurant with the option of lively eateries throughout the day and evening.

The hotel venues reflect the energy and casual ambiance Kuta is known for, adding a level of sophisticated elegance to the neighborhood.

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Peruvian-Japanese Sky Bar in Bali

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Above Eleven Rooftop Sky Bar at Movenpick Resort and Spa Jimbaran Bali

A

bove Eleven Bali is the stylish rooftop sky bar, restaurant and entertainment venue located

on the top floor of Mรถvenpick Resort Spa Jimbaran Bali. Unparalleled views over Jimbaran Bay complement innovative cocktails and creative cuisine, making this a great place to soak up the sunset with friends and family.

In this stylish bar you can enjoy the Nikkei cuisine, a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian culinary traditions which blend together into amazing scrumptious food, and complemented with a raw seafood bar. Live DJs deliver enticing sets of music that fits this atmospheric spot to a tee while enjoy the sun sets over the Jimbaran Bay.

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A LUXURY LODGE ON THE HEIGHTS OF AMED Karma Taman Kandara Nusa - Bali Resort - Indonesia Bali 22

Image: Mathis Retreat Ubud - Bali

“Mathis Collection” has selected the pristine area of Amed to expand its operations with a third hotel: Mathis Lodge. Our guests will enjoy a timeless journey to the roots of this magical island.

Mathis Lodge will be launched in 2017 and will be located on a beautiful parcel

Image: Villa Mathis Seminyak - Bali

of land of 2 hectares at 400m above sea. The cottages will stand out of the slopes of the Léan valley, surrounded by lush green backgrounds. The worldrenowned Mt.Gunung Seraya volcano dominates

the

landscape

and

is

home to the famous Pura Lempuyang temple and its 1600 steps (Alt. 1175m).

The backdrop displays the village of Amed and the turquoise waters of the Lombok strait.

Image: Villa Mathis Seminyak - Bali

The property consists of 20 lodges (built in wood and alang alang), and respects the Balinese architectural standards. Mathis Lodge invites you to a natural environment, unique to Bali.

Some cottages have an open-air Jacuzzi (spa) and the hotel has an infinity swimming pool. The largest lodges are suitable for up to 4 people and include full comfort.

Our restaurant has spectacular views and our panoramic bar (overlooking the property) is a great location to contemplate the area with a drink in your hand.

“Mathis Collection” anticipates to be the new norm for boutique hotels in this untouched area, a reference of high quality hidden in a pristine valley.

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GEOFFREY BERDAL Marketing Advisor

We proudly introduce you to our Marketing Advisor, Mr. Geoffrey Berdal. He started his career at Asia World Indonesia since the beginning of the company in 2008. At first, this 44 years old gentleman works from his office in Paris, France , before he decided to move to Bali, the island of Gods on May 2011.

As Marketing Advisor he lead his team to analyze markets, develop

and implement

strategies to increase sales in the company.

He is also known as “Flash Sale Specialist� his success achievements in flash selling for European market especially France market.

In his free time he loves to hang out with his friends and travelling all over the world. While he has been to all the five continents but his travelling soul is never expire.

Feel free to contact Geoffrey at: geoffrey@asiaworldindonesia.com

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HR NEWS

between his colleagues due to many of

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TRIBAL PEOPLE OF INDONESIA

The

Nage

People

The Nage are an indigenous tribe living on the eastern Indonesian island of Flores and Timor. They descended from the indigenous population of Flores. They speak Nage language, one of the major languages in the Austronesian language group.

The Nage people mainly engage in manual slash-and-burn farming (tubers, rice, corn), hunting and gathering. Until the middle of the 20th century, communal land ownership with large families were still preserved. They live in cumulus-type settlements, located on the slopes of mountains and surrounded by stone walls. Houses are piled up in rectangular position and connected by an open gallery into a single complex, which is intended for joint residence of several large families.

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The clothes of the Naga people are loincloth and skirt or kain. Women fasten it over the breast, and men around the waist. The diet is dominated by plant based foods (cooked groats and tubers with spicy seasoning), while meat is eaten only on holidays.

Agrarian cults have survived and are still being practiced. Before the sowing, rites of cleansing the field and the grains of rice will be performed on the first new moon, before the start of cultivating the fields.

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VIETJET

to launch flights to Indonesia

New low-cost link between Ho Chi Minh City and Jakarta

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V

ietjet Air, Vietnam – based airline,

Vietjet to Fly to Jakarta without Bikini-Wearing

has revealed plans to launch its

Flight Attendant

first flights to Indonesia, with a new

Vietjet is allowed to operate in Indonesia, as the

service connecting Ho Chi Minh City with

airline is accepted in other countries. Although

Jakarta. The route was announced at an

the airline is famous for its bikini-wearing flight

event in the Indonesian capital attended by

attendants, Indonesia Transportation Minister, Budi

HE Nguyen Phu Trong, General Secretary of

Karya Sumadi, ensured that the airline would adjust

the Communist Party of Vietnam in Indonesia,

its uniform policy with the Indonesian culture.

and Budi Karya Sumadi, Indonesia’s Minister

“There won’t be [bikini uniform]. I’ve told them

of Transportation. Vietjet said the new route

that this is a Muslim-majority country. We have

would “meet increasing demand for travel

to respect each other, and I asked them to wear

between the two countries and boost

decent dresses,” Budi said in Jakarta recently.

regional trading and integration”.

During a press conference in Jakarta on Tuesday,

“We’re finalizing the plan. The course will be

the Vietjet airline’s deputy director for commercial

served on December 20. It could change if

affairs, Jay L Lingeswara, told journalists that the

there’s something on the way,” Transportation

company, which currently operates 35 international

Minister Budi Karya Sumadi said in Jakarta

routes, only featured bikini-clad flight attendants

today, August 22.

on specific occasions.

The new service planned to operate daily,

“Westrongly believe and are committed to offering

direct between the two Southeast Asian

the best and suitable services to the Indonesian

cities. Flights will depart HCMC’s Tan Son

market,” he said, adding that Vietjet Air had

Nhat International Airport at 20.40 and arrive

learned from its experience with the opening of a

at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International

route to Malaysia.

Airport at 23.40, following a three-hours

To ensure the airline will provide the Indonesian

flight. The return flight then takes off at 01.40

market with suitable services, Vietjet Air vice

and lands back in HCMC at 04.40.

president for business development, Dinh Viet Phuong, said it would also provide

halal

food

for

Muslim

passenge Vietjet

will become the first lowcost carrier serving the HCMC-Jakarta

route,

and Indonesia becomes the 12th Asian country or territory in Vietjet’s network.

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LAKE TOBA New airport set to welcome travelers to Lake Toba in September

Indonesia has confirmed that construction of Silangit Airport in North Sumatra comprising a runway extension and new terminal will be completed by September 15 this year.

After the enhancement, the runway – previously 2,200 metres and 30 metres in width – will be 2,60 metres and 45 metres in width, allowing larger planes such as Boeing 737-800 and Airbus 320 to land, said state-owned airport operator PT Angkasa Pura II’s president director Muhammad Awaluddin.

Currently, the airport serves two airlines, Garuda Indonesia and Sriwijaya, and soon, Lion Air. After the expansion, Silangit Airport’s passenger capacity is expected to reach 500,000 people a year by 2019, Awaluddin said. In the first semester of 2017, passenger arrivals reached 124,000, a 400 per cent growth in comparison to the same period last year that had 31,000.

This number is predicted to rise to 250,000-300,000 by end of year, he said, as the airport aims to attract visitors mainly from Singapore Changi Airport, Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Suvarnabhumi Airport.

According to Indonesia’s Tourism Minister Arief Yahya, the ministry has also shelved out 20 trillion rupiahs (US$2.25 billion) to develop Lake Toba as a tourist destination with 10 trillion budgeted for infrastructure such as toll road and road access to Silangit Airport.

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Tanah Lot Temple , Tabanan - Bali 35

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U

ltra Beach Bali returns to the beachside venue of Potato Head Beach Club in

ULTRA BEACH BALI 2017

Seminyak, and adjoins the Resistance

World Tour, right after Singapore and before heading off to the Philippines. The Bali leg of the Ultra Worldwide Asian calendar is set to bring together electronic digital music enthusiasts and partygoers again this September 1415, with another live show to remember. Its bumper line-up of big-name EDM DJs includes Afrojack and deadmau5. Last year’s Ultra Beach Bali debut sold out before the lineup was even announced, and this year it will surely be another packed spectacle. The main Seminyak beachfront venue at Potato Head gears up again with cutting-edge stage production combined with stunning laser and visual effects and, most importantly, quality sound systems to pump out the tracks from the heavyweight performers.

Latest ticket info can be found on its official website www.ultrabali.com.

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The 11th Annual Balinale This year Bali’s International Film Festival returns for it’s 11th year of bringing acclaimed national and international films to the forefront. Balinale 2017 will bring more lovers of the big screen, to this special festival, where famous directors, actors, screenwriters and more come together and enjoy the art of film!

Recognized internationally for the diversity of its programming consisting of Indonesian and international thought-provoking, entertaining, independent and award winning fiction, documentary, feature and short films, the annual Bali International Film Festival, known as Balinale, is also credited for the quality of the associated events where international filmmakers enjoy the festival’s relaxed and familiar manner while discussing films, trends, co-production opportunities and the demands of a growing fast paced industry. he festival’s audience is a wonderful mix of discerning locals and expatriates from across the globe that eagerly anticipate the festival program each year and 2017 theme of CONNECTING COMMUNITIES THROUGH THE WORLD OF FILM presents a program of films that project our visions and dreams in a positive way enabling greater exposure, tolerance and acceptance of countries and cultures.

Balinale is known for its specialized knowledge and importance in promoting Indonesian cinema, art and culture acting as a platform and history of supporting established and aspiring local filmmakers with workshops and seminars as an important part of the program, and strongly supports the community with its children’s charity program, school visits and free open air cinema, locally known as ‘layar tancap’.

The festival was founded in 2007 by Bali Film Center (BFC), a private company that has been providing professional services for film and television production throughout Indonesia since 2002. BFC is a Business Member of the Location Managers Guild International of experienced career professionals in the motion picture, television, commercial and print production industries, ATA Carnet Film Organization and Founding Member of Asian Film Commissions Network of 18 countries.

Balinale is celebrating its 11th anniversary at its ‘Official Venue Partner’ Cinemaxx, state-of-the-art five studio multiplex theater located at the popular and conveniently located Lippo Mall Kuta Jl. Kartika Plaza, South Kuta Beach.”

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D

ance For Peace Festival is a yearly psychedelic trance gathering dedicated to

raising the awareness of peace.

Celebrating the divine blessing of Life and Love.

A magical festival focused on healing, sharing, bringing people together to manifest and co-create a

trans-formative

experience

through music, dance & art.

Held in many exotic locations both in Indonesia and Japan. they are a non-commercial event that also aim to raise funds for organizations working towards creating a better and peaceful society. Dance For Peace Festival 2017 will be staged on the magical “island of the godsâ€? that is Bali. Now in the 13th cycle, they once again welcome you to this creative force‌

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The festival will feature some of the very same world class talents that grace the biggest festivals globally today. The very same talents in

LINEUP DANCE FOR PEACE 2017

decorating and some of the best

OZZY - Tribeadelic Records (Australia)

fire dancers, video artistes and performers all to be experienced within an intimate setting.

You

will

have

the

STARLING - Hilltop Records (India) NITIN - Hilltop Records (India)

opportunity

DAMNEDGE - BMSS/Epic Tribe (Malaysia)

to immerse yourself in dance, in

Nelio 1Eyed - Hilltop Records (France/Goa)

art and in knowledge sharing workshops.

Indulge

in

flavorful

YONAGUAL - Zenon Records (Finland/Australia)

and

OSMAN GAYATREE - Blue Hour Sounds (Russia)

treats. Experience the local cultures

HAM ABSTRACT - Purple Hexagon Records (Indonesia)

healthy

foods,

beverages

and crafts. There will be a creative bazaar with local and international vendors selling their wears, exotic tea stalls, play space for little kids, loads of amazing music and love.

Welcome back for those who have journeyed before and warmest welcome to those who will be joining for the first time this year!

NUON - Psylife Records (Hungary) ZUYACK aka Kazuya Setagawa (Japan) M.U.T.E - Habehabe Tribe (Turkey) MUSHPROJECT - Digital Nature Records (Spain/Phillipines) PATRIZIO-Shaman Electro Records (Italy) GERRY - DFP (Bali/Singapore) CRISTRANCE - Antu Records (Chile) LEATHER ROCKET - (Switzeland) AZIMMICK - (United States) MTM aka Tom Shanti - Coco Loco Arambol (Germany) JOHNNY GILIPSY - DFP (Russia) SHILPA - Amrita Project (Russia) CLAY OWL - AUH (Morocco) CHRONBRO aka Sam Ross - DFP (Australia) CYMO - Dragonfly Crew (Australia) AMBIENT ENERGY - Plasmasphere Productions (Singapore) DEGUPJAGAD - (indonesia) ANDROPHONIQUE - (indonesia AND MORE DJs TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!

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Indonesia’s Culture Festivals

Tumpek Landep 2017

2 September 2017

Balinese Ceremony

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N

owadays Tumpek Landep is a ceremonial day at which offerings are made for objects

that are made of metal. The ceremonies start in the morning hours at the village temple when people gather for special prayers

and

blessings.

Afterwards,

at the home compounds, additional ceremonies and blessings follow at which offerings are made for the holy family keris that most families own, but also for cars and motorbikes. In these modern times, also other objects that contain metal, such as computers, may be subject to these ceremonies.

Most Balinese people truly believe that these ceremonies and blessings will bring them luck and keep them safe in traffic. Tragically, at the day of Tumpek Landep the hospitals in Bali show a peak in the treatments of especially motorbike accidents.

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Indonesia’s Culture Festivals

LAKE TOBA Festival 2017 T

he majestic Lake Toba in North Sumatra will continue its celebration by holding an exciting Lake Toba Festival on September

6 to 9, 2017. This year, this annual festival will be centered in Bakkara, Humbang Hasudutan District (Humbahas), North Sumatra Province.

The

Lake

Toba

Festival

will

include

comprehensive activities from music, arts and crafts, traditional sports competitions, tourism seminars, to exhibitions. Among the festival’s various activities are: Ulos’ Fun Parade, Puak Colossal

Dance,

Running

Competition,

People’s Swimming Competition, Geopark Crater of Lake Toba, Solu Dragon Boat Race, Mocak and Tor Tumba Dance, Geopark Ucok Butet, Toba Beauty Parade , and much more.

The festival will also feature art performances from districts around Lake Toba including from Sibolga, Batubara, Dairi, Karo, Samosir, Toba Samosir, Padang Lawas, and Tapanuli Utara.

Formed through the explosion of an ancient volcano, this great lake is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich traditions. This area is considered the birthplace of the Batak people - the original ethnic group of North Sumatra.

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L

ake Toba is one of the most interesting natural

wonders

of

the

world.

Covering over 1,145 square kilometers

with a depth of 450 meters, Lake Toba is recognized as the largest lake in Southeast Asia and one of the world’s deepest lakes.

Scientists have concluded that Lake Toba which is a crater lake, actually formed through a mega explosion on earth in ancient times. Many scientists believe that the super volcanic event is making the planet fall in the volcanic winter for 6 to 10 years.

Currently, tourists can reach Lake Toba from Silangit airport, cutting the travel time to just 1.5 hours compared to the overland journey for 5 hours from Medan, the capital of North Sumatra. Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air and Sriwijaya Air have regular flights to Silangit from Jakarta as well as daily flights from Kuala Namu airport Medan.

There are many hotels around the Lake and on the island of Samosir.

Be sure to choose Lake Toba as your next destination!

Tour of The Month

SKY

Adventure EXPERIENCE Enjoy spectacular scenery of Gili

Island from the air. Famous for a real tropical Island experience, with white sandy beaches and clear turquoise waters with FUN and EXCITEMENT of a 5 Star Helicopter

flight

in

our

sleek

Airbus Eurocopter B2 Helicopter complete with air conditioning, luxury leather interior and a state of the art internal.

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Fast Fact • Suitable for FITs, valid for up to 5 passengers • Advanced booking required minimum 72 hours • All flights and/or routes are subject to pilot’s discretion, weather permitting and route traffic • Total max payload 550 kg including luggage • Return transfer with private AC vehicle • Recommended to wear sandals and beach wear.

Sunglasses, sunscreen and change clothing • English, German, Spanish, French or Italian speaking guide

An

adrenalin-filled

flight around Bali’s and Gili Island the spectacular

view

from the air as the tour’s highlight.

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Singaraja Regency, Bali Full Day (15 hours)

JOURNEY TO THE NORTH WITH MOTORHOME Overview Asia 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 wellbeing 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.

In-Details Our guide will be at your hotel to pick you up at approx.

3.00am. We will begin the journey from South Bali to Lovina to see the dolphins in its natural habitat. Afterward You will enjoy breakfast at one of the resorts in Lovina.

After filling your stomach then we will relax on sacred hotsprings of Banjar, which is set in the midst of the jungle in a beautifully landscaped tropical garden with its 37° sulphuric water.

Next, drive up to the magnificent mountainous area of Munduk, accessed through a couple of small villages, and take a short walk to arrive at the waterfall. Picnic lunch will be set up outdoor of Motorhome, which will add unique trip while enjoying the view from the lake.

Continue our descent to the south we will visit Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is typically known as Bali temple by the lake or Bali temple on the water as it appears like floating on the water whenever the water level in the Bedugul Lake Beratan is rising, before descending further to arrive back at your hotel.

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

English-speaking guide (other languages available on request) I n cl u d e d lunch, private car, m i n e r al 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

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

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