THE MAG - Baru di Bali Magazine - Edition 29-September 2010 by THE MAG presented by BARU DI BALI

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Art in the sky

Kite Season Believe it or not

Atlas is a Turtle and Two Snakes Balinese Cremation

Celebration of Death Island Information

Reviews

Restaurants

Stories

Shopping

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SHORTCUTS

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Team's Note

Typical Bali (Gamelan)

18 20

Believe It or Not (Atlas is a Turtle & Two Snakes)

In Focus (Kite Season)

Explore Bali

26 30

Up Close (Muhammad Asroel)

36 38

Getaway (The Blanjong Epigraph)

40 44

The Ten (Ten Things ONLY to be found in Bali)

Selamat Makan (Sarong)

50 54

Bali Directory

Bali Flash (The Latest Happenings in Paradise)

Quick Question

Feature Story (Celebration of Death)

Venue with a capital V (Ku De Ta)

Heart of Bali (Yayasan Sehat Ceria)

Bali Maps & Information

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Taking place on Bali’s most celebrated beach this coming September 29 – October 3 is the 8th Kuta Karnival. The event has been attracting international crowds for its cultural performances, competitions, exhibitions, food festival and street parade. On the island-wide level, religious festivities to bless the day of knowledge and strong mental defense will unveil Bali’s true identity, displaying the Balinese people’s sincerity in paying homage to their gods. Temple anniversary celebrations will also take place in a number of areas across the island (see page 14 for schedule).

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Bali Sees Busy September August, the very anticipated high-season, has just passed; but it doesn’t mean that Bali is slowing down, especially since events such as the Kuta Karnival and religious ceremonies to mark Balinese Hindu’s important holidays are lining on the island’s calendar.

For this issue, The Mag went to attend an occasion for gaiety, when the Balinese people celebrate death. Strange as it may seem, it is during ngaben (cremation ceremony) that the Balinese people have their greatest fun. The Balinese Hindu funerals are intensely suggestive ceremonies of great cultural and religious significance. Read the full story on this issue’s Feature Story (page 30). We’d also like to introduce the new owners of PT. Barudibali, Charlott and Peter Boynton. See their profile on page 11. Our other regular features are still here; therefore, enjoy reading! And enjoy Bali, too!

Peter & Charlott Boynton

I attended a wine tasting once and was told how each glass represented a personal history, “a secret cellar in our minds where we collect our empty bottles filled with memories”. Well, all I knew about wine was it could be ‘contagious’. Every encounter with this immensely enjoyable, alcoholic drink could lead to a series of events, both fortunate and unfortunate. Anyway, what I’ve just recently learned was that wine could also drastically change people’s mind; or at least the Boyntons’, Peter and Charlott, husband and wife and the new owners of PT. Baru di Bali. A Danish citizen who has spent most of her life abroad, Charlott was born in Japan, has lived in the USA, earned her master’s degree in France and worked in the UK and Greece. She met Peter in Denmark, where she worked as a marketing director of a huge enterprise and Peter worked as the business development manager. Peter proposed to his then-girlfriend Charlott in Greece and, fortunately, they opted for Indonesia’s Gili Trawangan as their honeymoon destination. Little did they know that the honeymoon had a little plan that would change their lives. The small, tropical island of Gili Trawangan is a perfect getaway for honeymooners and others seeking laid-back tranquility. Of course, Peter and Charlott really had their moments in Gili Trawangan. It was during their last day on the island, when Peter and Charlott had

their glasses of red wine and let the drink’s sensual pleasure alter their serious-business-people-with-very-promising-corporate-career minds with the ones of the simple islanders’. Peter and Charlott decided to stay. During two years living and working as managers of a dive resort in Gili Trawangan, the couple was gradually allured by the charms of the neighboring Island of the Gods. They found Bali as an ideal place to live with a great atmosphere and very welcoming to foreigners. I could see excitement sparking on Charlott’s face as she stepped into our office for the first time in June. Now that they are in Bali, and that we are happy about it, the wine was certainly not the one to blame. Welcome to Baru di Bali, Peter and Charlott!

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BALI FLASH

Tiger spotted in Bali jungle The Bali chapter of Natural Conservation Agency (BKSDA) has stationed a number of its officials in the jungle surrounding the sub-district of West Selemadeg, Tabanan following the reported sightings of a tiger attacking local livestock and household pets. BKSDA is also conducting sweeps in the two locations where the tiger is believed to be living. A jungle blind has also been constructed to assist the officials in their

Bali Prepares to Have Smoke-free Zones Plans to create non-smoking zones in Bali are moving forward with the non-smoking zone law is currently socialized to the regencies across Bali. The new law calls for reprimands, strong sanctions, fines of tens of millions of rupiah and imprisonment for those convicted of smoking in public areas declared “offlimit” to smoking. Those areas off-limits to smoking include public areas, work places, houses of worship, children play areas, public transports, places of education and medical treatment facilities. 14

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efforts to locate the tiger. Various reports alleged that the BKSDA released juvenile tigers into the Tabanan area several years ago and suggested that the current sightings are linked to that release and the diminishing habitat available to the big cats. While pets and livestock have been attacked, no attacks on the human population in west Bali have been reported. The last confirmed sighting of the now-extinct Bali tiger was in 1937 when the last animal was shot in west Bali.

Rabies-free island in 2012 Faced with a growing death toll attributed to the rabies and the potential disruption to the island’s tourist trade, Bali officials have announced a threemonth island-wide campaign launching this September to inoculate all dogs against rabies. This move is made to follow massive inoculations and culling programs against Bali’s dogs started in 2009. That program estimates some 300,000 dogs have been vaccinated and 100,000 dogs culled in governmentcoordinated efforts to stop the spread of the disease. An official from the Bali Animal Husbandry Agency said it is expected that by the end of this year all dogs on the island will be inoculated with the vaccine.

Temple Anniversary Celebrations September 4 • Pura Pedharman, Besakih complex, Karangasem regency. • Pura Bhatara Ratu Gede, Celuk village, district of Sukawati. • Pura Bhatara Ratu Alit and Ratu Lingsir, Singakerta village, district of Ubud, Gianyar regency. September 8 • Pura Penataran Ped, Nusa Penida Island. • Pura Penataran Agung, Padangbai village, district of Manggis, Karangasem regency. • Pura Gaduhan Jagat, Singakerta village, district of Ubud, Gianyar regency. • Pura Dalem Panji village, district of Sukasada, Buleleng regency. September 14 Pura Desa and Pura Pucak, Bedulu village, district of Blahbatuh, Gianyar regency. September 23 • Pura Tirta Empul, district of Tampaksiring, Gianyar regency. • Pura Beji, Sangsit village, district of Sawan, Buleleng regency. September 25 Saraswati: the day devoted to Sanghyang Aji Saraswati. Blessing ceremonies are held throughout the island for holy scriptures, books of arts, knowledge and sciences. September 29 Pagerwesi: a day devoted to Sanghyang Pramesti guru. On this day, the Balinese Hindu will pray for strong mental defense in facing worldly temptations. This day is more lively celebrated in Buleleng, North Bali.

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T Y P IC A L B A L I

Gamelan

Balinese music is extremely complex and vibrant. Known as an island whose nativeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives are inseparable from religious beliefs, the traditional music in Bali is intended to accompany the many rituals and other religious practices including dances. The traditional Balinese orchestra, known as gamelan, is composed of various forms of percussion with overlapping and crisscrossing notes. Balinese music is not the kind of music characterized by the sweeping emotions of romanticism; rather it is detailed, secure in construction, and full of insistent rhythms and elegant patterns. Nowadays, the Balinese music is also performed in many recreational contexts. It is believed that during the traditionally mandated religious events, the gods descend to inhabit their chosen shrines, awaiting the lavish musical entertainment. The people as the hosts are expected to provide this. For the procession of offerings into the temple, there is music; for the spilling of cremated soulsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ashes into the sea, there is music; for the exorcism of evil spirits, there is music; and for the ritual filing of teeth, there is music. The Balinese also extend the sacred musical events with a wide range of more worldly occasions in which gamelan also plays a crucial role. There are flirtatious street dances, frenzied bull races and gamelan performances for guests and dignitaries. A regular cycle of gamelan competitions and festivals provides a forum for people to demonstrate their pride in their musical abilities and their dedication to the priceless cultural heritage for its own sake. Men and women usually perform in separate groups, with the exception of the ketengkong, the female singer who performs with male groups. Gamelan instruments are all kept together in balai banjar (community meeting hall). The instruments are all kept there together because it is believed that all of the instruments belong to the community as a whole and not a single person has ownership over an instrument. Regular practice and rehearsal also take place in balai banjar; if you want to see it, just go to any balai banjar all over the island.

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BELIEVE IT OR NOT

Atlas is a Turtle and Two Snakes

f you learned your history lesson well, then you must know or at least have heard the name Atlas from the Greek mythology. Okay, in case you didn’t pick up anything, here’s a quick reminder: Atlas is the son of the Titan Iapetus who was punished to bear the weight of the world on his back by Zeus. Yep, it is said that Atlas is the one who knows the depths of the whole sea and keeps the tall pillars that hold heaven and earth apart. The Balinese mythology, however, states a different idea; that the foundation of the world is a turtle accompanied by two mythical snakes called naga. The Hindu epic Bhagavatha Purana tells the chronology of Vishnu’s ten major incarnations; and one of them is as Kurma (turtle). Vishnu is one of the principal Hindu deities, worshipped as the protector and preserver of the world and restorer of dharma (moral order). Anyway, Vishnu’s preserving, restoring, and protecting powers was once manifested in the form of a turtle when he helped create the world by supporting it on his back. With the help of two nagas, the turtle churned the ocean to prevent the mountains from sinking into it. Vishnu as a giant turtle supported the mountains underwater until they finally hit the nectar of immortality. Today, to honor the great work of the turtle and the two snakes, symbols of the animals are widely used in many religious and cultural ornaments such as bade (carrier of dead body before being cremated). Important temples dedicated to the supreme God Sanghyang Widi, such as Pura Agung Jagatnatha in Denpasar, clearly depict the Balinese conception of the cosmos by having a tall shrine sitting on top of the turtle while guarded by the two snakes.

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QUICK QUESTION

IS THIS YOUR FIRST TIME TO BALI, HOW DO YOU LIKE IT?

Maggie, Australia I’ve been to Bali three times now. Of course I like it!

Ben, New Zealand Yes. Oh I love this island very much.

Adela, Spain Yeah, this is my first time to Bali. I can’t really tell, though; I just got here yesterday. Yet I have the feeling that I’m going to have fun.

Adrien, France This is my fourth time already now. The traffic is so not cool, but everything else is great.

Ryan, USA It’s my second. My first was in 2008. Boy how Bali has changed much in two years! But I still like it.

Lizzy, UK Yes, this is my first time. I like the temples and the dances very much. By the way, is the traffic always this busy in Bali?

Antoniette, Canada Yes, this is my first time and I’m planning to visit again early next year. I really, really love the culture. It’s so colorful and unique.

Raymond, Australia It’s certainly not my first time. I still like the rural areas. Kuta is a bit too crowded with many things now.

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IN FOCUS

Kite Season

he months of July through September marks kite flying season in Bali, when the skies are filled with all sorts of wonderful handmade creations. Children learn to make their own kites from a very young age and limited resources such as a few strips of shaved bamboo, a plastic bag and length of string can be turned into a prized flyer. There two common types of kites that the Balinese prefer to make and fly. There is a small lightweight fighting kite called rerean as well as a slightly larger traditional styled model that is referred to as bebean. 22

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The most wonderful thing about kite flying is that it defies social barriers The rerean (also known as fighting kite) is a simple construction made from plastic or very thin paper. Strings of this fighting kite are applied with a sticky concoction of crushed glass and glue to make the line razor sharp. Once in the sky an opponent is found and the pair of kites duel by dodging and teasing each other until with one swift maneuver a line is cut. The losing kite disappears into the breeze and is trailed on the ground by a group of barefoot children hoping to claim it as their own. Bebean, on the other hand, is larger and can literally stay up in the air for days providing there are favorable wind conditions. This attractive-looking kite is constructed from colored plastic or parachute fabric. Whilst up in the air, this kite makes an unusual twanging sound created by a length of palm leaf attached to the frame that vibrates in the wind. Every year Bali hosts an annual kite festival and competition on the black sand beach of Padang Galak, just north of Sanur. Although this festival initially started out as a local event, in recent years it has attracted international interests with enthusiastic entrants from around the world. The Balinese prepare for the festival by collaborating with members of their immediate community to create large-scale communal kites out of flexible rods of bamboo and parachute fabrics. All construction costs are covered by generous donations from within the local neighborhood. This monster sized kite has to be transported to the festival site on the back of a truck in a colorful procession. Boys dress in traditional attire and the entire ensemble is accompanied by Balinese music. The most wonderful thing about kite flying is that it defies social barriers. Everyone can participate and enjoy this activity â&#x20AC;&#x201D; whether they are young, old, rich or poor.

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Explore Bali

hether you want to throw yourself from high altitudes on the raft, hurtle down frothing rapids, explore the wonders of the deep or just lie back and take it easy, Bali is the place. The beach is a major factor in any holiday islands and Bali has a coastline which offers every possible activity both in and out of the water, including parasailing, diving and many more. Also very important is the ‘bushes’ of Bali from which you can experience a thrilling adventure and see things that you might don’t have back at home. If this is your first time to Bali and you get all confused about where to go, what to do and see during your stay on the island, then you should visit the Explore Bali booth — a one-stop venue for everything you need to make your Bali holiday dreams come true. Established in 2008, Explore Bali has been recognized as one of the new leading travel specialists providing a wide range of wildlife, cultural, adventure and other travel-related services. Explore Bali is aware of the importance in helping the visitors for their journey; and in order to make their holiday most enjoyable, Explore Bali’s fully-staffed of experienced, friendly travel

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professionals provide as much information as possible about the destinations to explore and activities to do. Explore Bali only works together with trusted tour operators to assure the highest level of safety and fun — all of the programs offered have been tested by the Explore Bali staff members. To learn more, you can visit the Explore Bali booth on Oberoi Street (Opposite the Mykonos restaurant). Check out also the Explore Bali “Today’s Special” to get discounts on selected programs.

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UP CLOSE

Muhammad Asroel

Disability is a Different Ability

orn without his left leg, left arm and most of his right arm, Muhammad Asroel considers his right foot to be like the right hand of most people, using it to perform everyday tasks. While his parents dearly loved him, they treated him as nonhandicapped, and expected Asroel to help his father as much as he could when he went into the forest to collect firewood or perform other chores. Asroel has had to overcome many barriers and prejudices throughout his life; yet he attended school, trained as an artist and got married. Finding his home in the artistic Ubud and being a productive footpainter, the 31-year-old Javanese man has been contributing to the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing art features that circle on the classic and contemporary themes and styles. CONTINUES TO PAGE 28

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Asroel in his Ubud studio

How long does it take for you to finish a painting? It takes around two weeks for me to finish a painting, be it simple or difficult.

Can you tell us a bit about your background before you came to Bali? I was born in Jember, East Java, but then I moved to Yogyakarta during high school year. There (in Yogyakarta), I spent the first year as a parking attendant and later developed my painting skill by making portrait sketches and Islamic calligraphy. What brought you to Bali? I really wanted to focus on painting and Bali was an ideal place for me to do it. Well, it still is. I mean, Yogyakarta is certainly one of the places in Indonesia where many art forms flourish; yet I don’t think it is the place where I can really make money, especially now that I am married and have two children. 28

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How do you describe your painting? I can only think of one word to describe my painting: surrealist. The word also seems fit to describe myself hehehe… Although, actually, I paint pretty much almost everything in other different genres too. I’m also focusing on painting “Portraits of Peacemakers” as a way to contribute to solving the problems of misunderstanding that were appearing in Bali between the Hindus and Muslims, especially after the Bali Bombings. Do you actively participate in any exhibitions held in Bali? Not really actively. But of course I’ve joined a number of exhibitions wherein I had my paintings displayed and I did live footpainting in front of an audience.

What do you do when you are stuck with ideas? I know that many painters sometimes need to go out to a particular place to get an inspiration. In my case, fortunately, I already have the images in my head; so I don’t really need to go out. I still hang out with some artists within the Ubud area, though, just to broaden my knowledge. What other things do you excel at? I’m pretty good at making American Indian accessories; I did it when I was still in Yogyakarta. So, yeah, that and at being determined to do what I want to do in the way that I want to do it. Muhammad Asroel Jalan Raya Kedewatan, Ubud (Opposite the Kupu Kupu Barong Resort) Phone: +62 81 358 317 968

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FEATURE STORY

Celebration of Death Known as the Island of Gods, Bali holds its true irresistible charms through remarkable religious rituals and cultural practices. In whatever period of the year you visit Bali, you will always have enough opportunities to witness religious ceremonies â&#x20AC;&#x201D; at the temples, house compounds and even on the streets. Yet, of all the amazing, colorful and exciting ritual, it might be a surprise that Ngaben (cremation) is probably the most spectacular ceremony ever held, where the Balinese Hindus celebrate oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death.

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With the big amount of money involved, it is for sure that a lot more than a body gets burnt during Ngaben.

gaben is a very serious and expensive business in Bali, especially since it requires at least tens of millions of rupiahs (at the very least) to organize the whole event. That is why many less wealthy people wait up until years to pass saving the money, when in during that time the body is temporarily buried. Another alternative is by taking the opportunity of joining in at a group cremation — usually held by the banjar (local village unit) — where there would be several deceased cremated at the same time. Of course, the Ngaben’s size and spectacles depends on the importance of the deceased and the amount of money spent; and just like other ceremonies in Bali, family of the deceased needs to consult with the priest to choose an auspicious day for the big event.

With the big amount of money involved, it is certain that a lot more than a body gets burnt during Ngaben. The body is carried from the deceased’s home or the burial ground (if buried first) to cremation ground in a wadah (carrier) that is made from a high, multi-tiered bamboo or wood intricately decorated with paper, string, tinsel, silk and other fabrics, mirrors, flowers and anything else bright and colorful – all are burnt together. Aside from the tower-like wadah, people from the high-caste also use a black cow statue with golden horns to carry the dead body. The Mag (TM) attended a mass Ngaben in Kenderan Village, Tegallalang (near Ubud), where recently some 50 bodies were cremated. TM had a talk with I Made Ariana, brother of one of the CONTINUES TO PAGE 34

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A cremation is an occasion for gaiety and not for mourning, since it represents the accomplishment of their most sacred duty: the ceremonial burning of the corpses of the dead to liberate their souls so that they can thus attain the higher worlds and be free for reincarnation into better beings.

In some area, the crowd would shake the tower, run it around in circles, throw water at it to ensure that the spirit get confused as to its whereabouts

deceased, who described the wadah for his brother as a simple one. “We don’t want it too extravagant, because our family believes that an expensive wadah is not the main point. The point is, we do the ritual to help the deceased’s soul free from worldly ties and carry on to the other world,” Ariana said. Ariana carried on explaining the philosophy behind Ngaben that the ritual is to return the five elements making up the microcosm of human body to their original residence, the universe. “The five elements, Panca Maha Bhuta, are the pertivi (earth), apah (water), teja (fire), bayu (air), and akasa (ether). Since the primordial dimension can only be attained through water and fire, the ashes are dispersed in the waters of the sea or if the distance is too far, in a river,” he elaborated to TM. 34

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He however also stated that the Ngaben ritual is different from one area and another. Along the way to the cremation ground certain precautions must be taken to ensure that the deceased’s spirit does not find its way back home. Loose spirits around the house can be a real nuisance. “In some area, the crowd would shake the tower, run it around in circles, throw water at it to ensure that the spirit get confused as to its whereabouts.” TM also had a little chat with Gerry, an American expatriate living in Bali, who was also attending the cremation. “This is just the best way to do it. The ceremony with all the music and crowd could certainly take away the grief from the family members. It is through Ngaben, apart from being yet another occasion for Balinese noise and traffic jam, we can have a fine opportunity to observe the incredible energy the Balinese put into creating real works of art which are totally ephemeral,” Erick told TM.

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GETAWAY

The Blanjong Epigraph

e went to the Sanur’s off beaten path area called Blanjong in search for another Bali’s best-kept secrets. The place is actually adjacent to the main tourist area; yet, out of the many people passing, only a very little number know that Blanjong houses a precious, genuine thousand-year-old antiquity called Prasasti Blanjong (Blanjong Epigraph). It’s thrilling to know that despite its location, which is not in a museum, this historical antiquity is very well taken care of. 36

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The epigraph was carved from quite a huge, solid stone pillar. It acts as a monument commemorating the victory of the king from a Bali’s ancient kingdom Singadawala over the neighboring rival kingdom in Nusa Penida. The top of the epigraph is completely encircled by a frame elaborately carved in two languages: Sanskrit and Bali Kuna (ancient Balinese script). The script tells about the government of the victorious King Kesariwarmedewa and the triumph of his military in conquering the island of Nusa Penida.

Blanjong Epigraph sits in a tiny glass booth next to a small temple in the Blanjong area of Sanur. Most recently renovated in July 1961, the glass booth that was built to contain this ancient stone allows for good 360 degree viewing and photography of the main pillar and the smaller relics reverently arranged on top of it. On special Hindu days of celebration the stone pillar is dressed in the traditional Balinese Hindu black and white checked cloth and draped with a religiously symbolic yellow cloth. To get to Blanjong Epigraph, you can access the Danau Poso Street in Sanur — Blanjong area is across the Circle K on that street. If you want to ask people around, it’s better to ask where the Blanjong Temple is; not many know about the existence of this epigraph, even the locals. The epigraph is sited at the end of a small lane (only a 10-meter, dead-end pathway) next to the temple. There is no entrance fee or any donations required. We need to apologize, however, for giving you directions. Why? You might ask. This is because if you really make the effort to find this spot, you will feel rewarded only by reading the cover of Blanjong’s guest book that says, “Congratulations! You found it…lol”.

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The best line up of High Season parties that the ‘Island of the Gods’ has ever witnessed was set to arrive at the coolest cocktail bar and restaurant in South East Asia. KU DE TA, as one of the most sought after destinations on the island, was determined to celebrate their 10th Birthday in the grandest of styles, bringing together a stellar selection of International DJs and live bands for their world-renowned, iconic High Season parties. The Day Party, Birthday Party and White Party chart new territory with magnificently

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THE TEN

Ten things in Bali that Might Come Surprising

hen planning a trip to Bali (or elsewhere) it is very common for you to have listed down the kind of activities to do, places to go, and so on and so forth. Yet, there will be things out of your list that you might experience on the way, whether or not you plan it or like. Listed below are the things that might be a surprise during your stay in Bali; but don’t worry, these things will cause nothing but a more memorable holiday experience for you to bring back home. They are people, not Martians! While many motorcyclists are coping hard with the weight and heat caused from wearing their helmets, it is always amusing to actually see some others who are still on their ease in the middle of a burning day with their helmets on… and that they are not on their motorbikes! These ‘helmeted’ people can step comfortably into the Circle K shops or even shopping malls and really have their times picking up stuffs and queuing in lines at the cashier.

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Taxi…Taxi? Lines of taxis on one side of the road and the drivers on the other are a regular sight especially in Kuta and thereabouts. If this is your first time to Bali and you are walking on the sidewalks in Kuta, expect to have these drivers offering services using their famous lines: “Transport… transport?” or sometimes with just a single word “Taxi?” But, of course, the taxi drivers are not the only ones coming to you offering transportation service; you can also expect to have the drivers of ojek (motorbike taxi) offering you their service. In other words, if you are walking on the sidewalk in Kuta you will hear the same expression from these ‘transport guys’ within (around) every 10 to 20 meters.

Motorbikes are Here, There and Everywhere At the first glance, the motorbike traffic would appear like a total chaos – especially if you are new to the island. But once you get used to it everything would seem normal and flow smoothly. Also, for motorbikes, stop signs don’t mean a whole lot and one way is considered to be just for large vehicles. In other words, on a motorbike you can always make your way everywhere you wish to go. If you decide to travel around Bali on a motorbike, it is advisable for you to ride slowly and very defensively; especially considering that there is no denying the dangers of riding a motorbike and Bali is no place for beginners to learn motorbike riding.

Lines of taxis on one side of the road and the drivers on the other are a regular sight especially in Kuta and thereabouts.

The Special Scent of Bali Once you get out of the plane and step foot on Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport, you’ll get struck by a distinct incessant scent of frangipani and other substances used by the Balinese Hindus for the offerings. In a land where cultural and religious values are as plentiful as in Bali, it is a common practice (or even a must) for every building to have its own Pura (temple), even a very small one attached on the wall, wherein the building’s occupants can carry out their daily praying and other rituals — one of which is to place the offering. Therefore the scent of the offering is practically everywhere to be experienced in Bali.

Sunset Touching Still Water The sunset in Bali is legendary, giving the sense that life seems to be slowing down to the simple enjoyment of being with nature, and being present to its very warm touch. Yes, relaxing on a Bali beach while enjoying the sun setting down, touching the still water is surely a magical way to escape from the ordinary lives.

It’s Getting Hot in Here… No, these guys are not belly dancers or exhibitionists. If you have a bite for lunch somewhere in a warung (local eatery), please don’t get shocked in case all of the sudden a bunch of men (yes, only men) sitting at the next table pull their t-shirts up to below their chest level; thus, showing off their bellies. The reason behind this action is both the heat caused by the food they have just consumed and the weather. However, instead of taking off the t-shirts entirely, these guys would prefer to just lift them up a little. It’s pretty bizarre to actually see only one man doing this; and a table full of four or more men doing it? You go figure…

I Bali Dogs If by any chance you are somewhere in Bali and you see this sticker saying “I Bali Dogs” stuck on a car’s back window and/ or a motorbike, please don’t think that owner of the vehicle is into bestiality. The sticker is just an expression to show how special and identical Bali dogs are. Bali dogs are the kind of dog that will bark at the moon and then bark at other dogs barking at the moon. In short, Bali dogs bark at almost everything: pedestrians, motorbikes, cats, other dogs, nothings. The dogs in most parts of Kuta and Seminyak areas are considerably ‘quieter’ compared to those in Denpasar.

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THE TEN Caution!! A religious ceremony is underway.

Special ‘Sunset Price’ Enjoying the sun or playing with the waves on the beach is just the sort of activity that you must do when holidaying in Bali. However, there will come several hawkers ‘interrupting’ the fun times that you are having. Some hawkers will not hesitate to even sit with you on your chair offering you the special ‘sunset price’, ‘morning price’, ‘honeymoon price’ and any other prices they can think of. If you ever buy something from any of these hawkers, he/she will likely to always remember you. Thus, whenever the hawker sees you, he/she will greet you as if you are a best friend — which is very sweet actually. Anyway, it’s not going to hurt you at all to spend a dollar or two on these hawkers.

Please Use Alternative Road, A Ceremony is Underway Again, due to the multitude of cultural and religious values in Bali, you can always expect to see many traditional and/or religious practices wherever you go in the island. The interesting part is that you can have a full access to watch these practices — the most held and common practice is ceremonies — because many of them are happening right on the sides of the roads. Even if the ceremony is held in a temple you can still witness it as long as you are equipped with the standard clothing required to pray — which obliged you to at least have a Selendang (a piece of fabric to be used as a belt), Udeng (white turban) and pants or sarong on. Traffic jams are often seen when the ceremonies are held. There will be also occurrences when a road needs to be closed down because the ceremony held is involving so many participants.

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G’day Mate! Okay, so you are on a holiday now Bali; spending tens of hours of flight from your home countries in Europe, Canada, USA, etc. Well actually it really doesn’t matter where you are from, as long as you are white – as in Caucasian white – the street hawkers (especially those in Kuta) are very likely to greet you using the Australian expression “G’day Mate!” These hawkers tend to somehow see you as an Australian until they really learn that you are not — usually through your English accent that will lead them to ask you where you are actually from. It is from there that you can tell them where you are from and teach them a little bit of your language — like how to say hi. The next time you guys meet each other again, they will greet you in your language.

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Senang Hati Foundation

alinese Hindus believe in karma and reincarnation. Giving birth to a handicapped child is often seen as a punishment for a sin from a previous life or the result of black magic. The physically handicapped frequently live in deplorable conditions, are neglected and kept hidden from the community out of shame by their embarrassed families. Not surprisingly, the disabled suffer from very low self esteem, are despondent and feel hopeless. In response to this ‘ignorance’, Putu Suriati established the Senang Hati Foundation (Happy Heart), a non-profit legal entity dedicated to overcome the serious issue facing people with disabilities. A management board was formed — its members are all handicapped individuals with Putu Suriati

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as the chairperson. A number of Indonesian and foreign volunteers help with ideas, transport, and physiotherapy. Usually the volunteers teach the classes: English, computer skills and all kinds of arts and crafts classes such as painting and ceramics. Senang Hati tries to earn some money from the sale of products the members make after they have completed the training courses. One of the classrooms at the centre has been converted into a gallery, where exhibition and offer for sale of the arts and crafts the members have created take place. Aside from that, Senang Hati also founded the Happy Hearts Bali Tours, offering visitors to Bali day trip exploring Ubud. The travel takes on motorbikes that are specificallydesigned for the driver’s differing ability. Yes, your drivers and

Some of the splendid artworks of the members of Senang Hati

tour guides are all handicapped individuals from the foundation. The tour also invites you to the foundation for a traditional Balinese lunch where you will be touched by a performance of wheelchair dance — a collaboration of traditional Balinese dance with others from around the world. All of these efforts are made to create a vision of a society that welcomes and values the equal participation of people with disabilities. The foundation is working to achieve this by creating programs to develop self confidence, physical and economic independence, and increasing awareness in the general community of the rights of people with disabilities. Goals • To meet disabled individuals and lift them out of their social isolation. • To provide technical assistance to achieve physical independence. • To build confidence by having a normal social life. • To build self confidence through assertiveness training. • To teach skills that will enable members to become self supporting.

The Senang Hati Center Jalan Sasi Brata, Banjar Tengah Kawan, Tampaksiring, Gianyar, Bali

Phone : 0361 747 0718 E-mail: admin_senanghati@telkom.net Contact person : Ms. Ayu Ade (08123662951)

Senang Hati Shop

Jalan Raya Ubud (opposite the Highway Internet), Ubud

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Institution that Breathes Exoticism

Sarong

SELAMAT MAKAN

ow that Bali’s tourism industry heads north, new grandiose restaurants have been proliferating around the island like rabbits. Yet, today, when Bali is the home to bountiful fine dining establishments, Sarong holds the reputation as one of the very few commendable names worth mentioning. Sarong, with its new impressive outdoor lounge, offers a modern take on the Asian exoticism. This additional little touch gives the proceedings at Sarong a sense of casually stylish, Asian charm. With the accompaniment of the right aperitifs such as Mango & Promegranate Mojito (light rum, fresh mango, mint, limes, green tea and syrup) and Strawbery & White Balsamic Mojito (light rum, strawberries, mint, limes and white balsamic), exoticism sparks even more lavishly at this particular spot. The service is genuinely friendly in that unique Bali genre but also polished and highly-efficient. You can relax in the lounge with a cooling champagne mojito or vodka-

Mango & Promegranate Mojito

laced ginger pear or prop yourself up at the bar with a lemongrass vanillatini martini and lose yourself in the buzz of the place. Indulging myself in the splendor of the exotic drink, I took a look at Sarong’s simple menu, yet trumpeting loads of dishes characterized with such florid descriptions as “exquisitely composed masterpieces of rare extravagance”; and Sarong’s servers are some of the most graciously knowledgeable folks ever to guide me through a menu. This experience has shown that it’s hard to go wrong here. THE MAG ISSUE 29

Sarong has a simple menu, yet it trumpets loads of dishes characterized with such florid descriptions as “exquisitely composed masterpieces of rare extravagance”.

The entrées include black sesame tempura prawns with chili soy dressing, while certain other dishes are simply conversation-stopping. From the selection Sarong calls “Light Dishes & Salads”, I was allured by the Thai roasted duck salad with red onion, mint, Thai basil, flat leaf coriander and roasted rice. Further proclaiming the kitchen’s audacity was Miang Kham of crispy barramundi fillet with Thai tamarind sauce, ginger, green peppercorn, diced lime, shallots, peanuts and kaffir lime leaf. Everything was simply flawless. The wine list is snappy, concise and commendably artisan producer focused. Let’s just say you can certainly get a decent drink at relatively reasonable prices and that’s saying something in Bali. Make sure you try the O:TU Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, mellifluous with the cuisine and environment. But this is Sarong, after all; and after quite some time spending the better part of gnawing on burger joints, visiting a restaurant that attempts to strike a balance between casual and the grandeur of Asian-style intimacy is certainly very refreshing. Sarong Jl. Petitenget No. 19-X, Kerobokan, Bali Phone: +62 361 737 809 www.sarongbali.com | info@sarongbali.com 48

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Crispy Barramundi Miang Kham

Bali Surfspots Medewi Medewi is a fun wave for all surfers. It can be a bit fat, but has its day. Come early to avoid onshore winds. This spot handles bigger swells also. Balian Balian is a swell magnet and a quiet spot in North Bali. This break is getting more crowded as more accommodation is build daily. Its playful lefts and rights are great for beginners and advanced surfers alike. This spot doesn't like bigger swells. Canggu & Perenan Canggu always gets more swell than Kuta beach. It actually consists of a few different breaks; The right breaks better on a mid to high tide and is a great performance wave. The sandbank is better on a lower tide and is in front of the restaurants, it's fun to watch the surfers hit the lip whilst enjoying the delicious food. Canggu is becoming a very popular tourist spot, the sunday barbeque gets more packed every week. Kuta Reef Kuta Reef is an exposed reef break that is quite consistent. There are a few breaks here: Airports rights and left, Middles and Kuta reef. MayĂ?October (dry season) is the best time of the year for waves here. It gets crowded due to its close proximity to Kuta. Belangan Belangan is known for its longs peeling walls. It does get sectiony, so you have to race a bit. Belangan handles big swells and can offer good barrels on the right direction. On the wrong swell direction, it tends to close out. It's a beautiful beach, great to spend the day! Dreamland Dreamland was famous because it was a 'dreamy' spot, with the building of 'New Kuta beach' the dream became a nightmare. A beautiful green cliff made place for concrete jungle, the worst example of so-called progress. The wave is still there, a nice peak

and a fun beach break. There's a great shore break on a bigger swell, where many a tourist has lost their top or bottom (or almost drowned). Bingin Bingin is a consistent, mechanical barrel machine. It's a short wave with a very small take off spot so if hassling is not your thing, it will be quite hard to get waves here. Impossibles Impossibles gets fun on a big swell. Its located between Bingin and Padang Padang, if you are sick of dealing with the crowds at either of those two places you can paddle to Impossibles and get some long walls. Padang Padang Padang Padang only starts to work when a big swell is running. It offers an amazing barrel but breaks in front of trocks, so experts only! It is an easy paddle out through the channel and one of the world-class waves in Bali. Uluwatu There are 4 different sections at famous Uluwatu: Temples is a hollow wave which works on the mid to high tide. The peak can offer a nice barrel and is right in line with the cave. Racetracks is the low tide section, it's superfast and gets seriously shallow. Outside Corner is an world class wave which won't even start breaking unless the swell is at least in the 8 foot range. Nyang Nyang Nyang Nyang beach is a 'secret' spot, it's not very easily accessible which it's why it's usually uncrowded. This beach is like a secret paradise for every surfer. Green Ball Green Ball is a left and a right, situated at the bottom of a steep cliff. No worries going down but after you have been surfing for a couple of hours the return trip is quiet challenging.

Nusa Dua To get to this reef you have to drive into the hotel area itself and then weave your way south. There's no channel which makes getting caught inside on a big swell quite annoying. There are a couple of other good waves in this area so it pays to do a bit of exploring. Sri Lanka In the northern part of Nusa Dua lays Sri Lanka, a bowly right which breaks into a deep water channel. This break is better on a bigger swell but is shifty. Sanur Reef Sanur Reef is a right and considered another world class wave. It's the local break of many expats and locals so gets very busy. The

wave breaks better on a mid to high tide and is usually better in the early morning or in the rainy season (November-April). Padang Galak Padang Galak is a reliable rivermouth beach break north of Sanur. The break is quite popular, but only works under certain conditions. Keramas Another well known wave, which received a lot of media attention the last few years. It has a nice barrel after take-off which turns into a wally lip. This break is very popular with visiting and local pro's and if you don't want to deal with them in the water it is nice to watch them surf from the warung right in front of the break. Padangbai Padangbai has the flat bottomed mixed reef and sandy bottom with some wally waves. This break needs a bit of swell. Kuta Beach The warm water and sandy bottom make Kuta beach one of the best places in the world to learn to surf. Also for advanced surfers this beach is very popular, you can often see the locals busting airs on the punchy lefts and rights.

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RESTAURANTS

Bali Directory

Italian Restaurant

Il Cielo Delizioso Momento Con Cucina Italiano Jl. Kartika Plaza No. 172 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 762 027 www.newinbali.com/il-cielo Osteria Telese Cucina Italiana Jln. Laksmana No. 14 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 734 566 www.newinbali.com/osteria-telese Rustica Cucina Italiana Jl Batu Belig No. 1 (Batu Belig) Phone: +62 361 360 4562 www.newinbali.com/rustica Trattoria Cucina Italiana Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 737 082 www.newinbali.com/trattoria-bali Ultimo Where Everything is Excellent Jl. Laksmana No. 104-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738 720 www.newinbali.com/ultimo Warung Italia Italian Restaurant Jl. Kunti No. 2 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 737 437 www.newinbali.com/warung-italia Zanzibar Follow Your Senses Jl. Pantai Blue Ocean No. 21 (Legian) Phone: +62 361 733 529 www.newinbali.com/zanzibar Belgian Restaurant Mannekepis Belgium Bistro in the Heart of Seminyak Jl. Raya Seminyak (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 847 5784 www.newinbali.com/mannekepis

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German Restaurant Mama’s German Restaurant German Restaurant in Bali Jl. Raya Legian (Legian) Phone: +62 361 754 831 www.newinbali.com/mamas Dutch Restaurant Bugils Bali Café & Restaurant Jl. Dewi Sartika No. 1-BB (Tuban) Phone: +62 361 758 322 www.newinbali.com/bugils-bali Double Dutch Dutch Bar and Restaurant in Sanur Jl. Cemara Semawang No. 29 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 270 554 www.newinbali.com/double-dutch Middle-Eastern Restaurant Khaima Moroccan Restaurant, Lounge & Bar Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 742 3925 www.newinbali.com/khaima Passargad Persian Restaurant & Sisha Café Jl. Dhyana Pura No. 3 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738 857 www.newinbali.com/passargad Mexican Restaurant TJ’s California-Mexican Bar Restaurant Gg. Poppies I (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 751 093 www.newinbali.com/tj-s French Restaurant Atelier 13 French Cuisine Jl. Kunti No. 7 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 733 671 www.newinbali.com/atelier-13

Indonesian Restaurant Cabe Rawit Not Just a Warung! Jl. Kunti No. 8 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 744 0995 www.newinbali.com/cabe-rawit Warung Ocha Indonesian & Western Restaurant Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 52 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 222 www.newinbali.com/warung-ocha Swiss Restaurant Yut’s Place Excellent Swiss Steaks and Tasty Sausages Jl. Werkudara No. 521 (Legian) Phone: +62 81 2395 1454 www.newinbali.com/yuts-place Chinese Restaurant Chinoiserie Singapore Modern Chinese Restaurant Jl. Sunset No. 7 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 8088 777 www.newinbali.com/chinoiserie Fortune Cookie Healthy Chinese Food with No MSG Jl. Sudamala No. 5 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 283 342 www.newinbali.com/fortune-cookie Japanese Restaurant Canang Bali Yakiniku House Restaurant Jl. Kartika Plaza No. 21 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 766 203 www.newinbali.com/canang-bali Dahana Restaurant Japanese Dining at Petitenget Jl. Petitenget No. 98-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 131 www.newinbali.com/dahana

Fresh Sushi Lounge The Best Original Japan Fusion Jl. Laksmana No. 5 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 834 www.newinbali.com/fresh-sushi-lounge Kaizan / K2 Fine Japanese Dining Jl. Laksmana No. 33 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 747 2324 www.newinbali.com/kaizan www.newinbali.com/k2 Ryoshi Fresh Sushi & Sashimi Everyday! Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 17 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 731 152 www.newinbali.com/ryoshi Indian Restaurant Queens Tandoor Enjoy the Taste of India! Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 73 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 732 770 www.newinbali.com/queens-tandoor Thai Restaurant Lemongrass Experience the Taste of Fine Thai Food Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 37 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 149 www.newinbali.com/lemongrass Vegetarian Restaurant Neno Restaurant We Care about Your Well-being Jl. Petitenget No. 2-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 910 3003 www.newinbali.com/neno-restaurant International Restaurant Barcode Bar & Lounge Mediterranean Restaurant and Tapas Bar Jl. Petitenget No. 2001-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 629 www.newinbali.com/barcode

Grocer & Grind Bistro - Delicatessen - Catering Jl. Kayu Jati No. 3-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 737 321 www.newinbali.com/grocer-and-grind Ifiori Ristorante Food - Wine - Chill Out Jl. Kartika Plaza (Tuban) Phone: +62 361 750 158 www.newinbali.com/ifiori-ristorante Ma Joly Enjoy the Finer Things in Life Jl. Wana Segara (Tuban) Phone: +62 361 753 708 www.newinbali.com/ma-joly The Junction Street Side Café with Air-Conditioner Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 735 610 www.newinbali.com/the-junction Café Bali With Love Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 484 www.newinbali.com/café-bali Rio Restaurant Bar & Grill Jl. Raya Seminyak (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 732 685 www.newinbali.com/rio-restaurant Rumours Everything You Hear is True Jl. Laksmana No. 1 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738720 www.newinbali.com/rumours Waroeng Bonita Home Cooking from the Island Jl. Petitenget No. 2000-X (Seminyak)

Phone: +62 361 731 918 www.newinbali.com/waroeng-bonita Zappaz Piano Bar & Grill - Live Music Every Night Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 742 5534 www.newinbali.com/zappaz COFFEE & TEA ROOM Biku Bali Tea House, Restaurant and Book Store Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 888 (Petitenget) Phone: +62 361 857 0888 www.newinbali.com/biku BEAUTY & BODY ARC Clinics Look and Feel Years Younger Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No.1 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 767543 www.newinbali.com/arc-clinics CLINICS & HOSPITALS

DAY SPA Bodyworks Spa Relaxation - Rejuvenation - Wellness Jl. Kayu Jati No. 2 (Seminyak) Phone:+62 361 733 317 www.newinbali.com/bodyworks-spa Prana Spa Spa at The Villas Jl. Kunti No. 118-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 840 www.newinbali.com/prana Well Being Spa Therapeutic Massage & Beauty Care Jl. Laksmana No. 66-B (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 735 573 www.newinbali.com/well-being-spa Fabulously Feet Reflexology & Foot Massage Jl. Sunset No. 888 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 847 5764 www.newinbali.com/fabulously-feet

Penta Medica 24-Hour Medical Assitance Jl. Teuku Umar Barat No. 88 (Denpasar) Phone: +62 361 490 709 www.newinbali.com/penta-medica BAR

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Blue Season Bali 5 Star Instructor Development Resort Jl. Danau Tamblingan 69-X (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 282 574 www.newinbali.com/blue-season-bali Crystal Divers Striving for Perfection in Diving Jl. Danau Tamblingan No. 168 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 286 737 www.newinbali.com/crystal-divers HOTEL Bali Eco Village A Green Hideout Bjr. Dinas Lawak Perbekel Belok/Sidan www.newinbali.com/bali-eco-village DeKuta Hotel Modern Boutique Hotel in Kuta Beach Gg. Poppies II No. 8 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 753 880 www.newinbali.com/dekuta-hotel Harris Resort Simple - Unique - Friendly Jl. Raya Pantai Kuta (Kuta) Jl. Dewi Sartika (Tuban) Phone: +62 361 753 868 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 765 255 (Tuban) www.newinbali.com/harris-resort www.newinbali.com/harris-tuban VILLA

Bahiana Salsa Bar in Bali Jl. Dyana Pura No. 4 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738 662 www.newinbali.com/bahiana

Absolute Scuba Diving in Bali - 100% Professional Jl. Danau Tamblingan No. 27-C (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 282 664 www.newinbali.com/absolute-scuba

Batu Karang Escape, Relax, Enjoy Lembongan Island, Bali Phone: +62 366 24 880 www.newinbali.com/batu-karang

Bali Joe Gay Nightlife Destination Jl. Dhyana Pura (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 931 www.newinbali.com/bali-joe

Atlantis International Five Star Dive Center Jl. By Pass Ngurah No. 350 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 284 312 www.newinbali.com/atlantis-international

Cicada Luxury Townhouses in Seminyak Jl. Pura Telaga Waja No. 1 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 862 0805 www.newinbali.com/cicada

Mixwell Bar & Lounge Jl. Dyana Pura No. 6 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 846 www.newinbali.com/mixwell-bar

Blue Oasis Dive (Rip Curl) Come Dive with Us! Jl. Danau Tamblingan (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 287 749 www.newinbali.com/blue-oasis-dive

Ellora Villas An Exotic Blend of East and West Jl. Danau Tamblingan No. 60 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 282 496 www.newinbali.com/ellora-villas

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Black Canyon Coffee A Drink from Paradise Available on Earth Seminyak Square (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738 029 www.newinbali.com/black-canyon-coffee

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Mata Bali Bali Villa Rental & Property Maintenance Jl. Basangkasa No. 151-A (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 233 www.newinbali.com/mata-bali

You Shop We Ship Trading with Peace of Mind Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 461 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 720 606 www.newinbali.com/you-shop-we-ship

Villa Bugis Villa Investment Seminyak Jl. Laksmana Gg. Bugis No. 6 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 744 8592 www.newinbali.com/villa-bugis

Hammock Nomad’s Land Jl. Petitenget No. 22 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 742 1475 www.newinbali.com/hammock

Villa Coco Affordable Private Villas Jl. Double Six, Gg. Villa Coco (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 736 www.newinbali.com/villa-coco Villa Uma Sapna My Own Private Villa, Just the Way I Like It Jl. Drupadi No. 20-XX (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 628 www.newinbali.com/uma-sapna ARCHITECT Bali Architecture and Construction Fully Licenced Construction Company Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 6-X (Kerobokan) Phone: +62 361 735 780 www.newinbali.com/bali-architectureand-construction

EXPORT Artisan Asia You Design It, We’ ll Make It. Perfectly Jl. Braban No. 69 (Kerobokan) Phone: +62 361 744 0948 www.newinbali.com/artisan-asia Bali Prefab Pre-fabricated Construction Jl. Pemelisan No. 8-X (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 781 7098 www.newinbali.com/bali-prefab CAS Cargo Bali International Freight Forwarder Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 109-X (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 720 525 www.newinbali.com/cas-cargo-bali

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CARGO SKR Express Domestic Transportation Service Jl. Teuku Umar No. 80 (Denpasar) Phone: +62 361 221 186 www.newinbali.com/skr-express FASHION & JEWELRY Becik Boutique Boutique and Mini Bar Jl. Dhyana Pura No. 4-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 737 816 www.newinbali.com/becik Scandi Contemporary Jewelry Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 26 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 733 446 www.newinbali.com/scandi Sea Gypsy Jewelry Inspired by the Ocean Jl. Raya Seminyak 30-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 847 5765 Jl. Laksmana No. 49 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 731 769 www.newinbali.com/sea-gyspy SOUVENIR SHOP Bali Soap Bali’s Natural Soap Specialist Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai Ruko Surya Indah C-1 (Jimbaran) Phone: +62 361 705 089 www.newinbali.com/bali-soap

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CONSULATES & EMBASSY Australia (Canada & New Zealand) Jl. Empu Tantular No. 32 (Denpasar) Phone: +62 361 241 118 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au Brazil (Honorary Consulate) By The Sea Shop, Jl. Legian (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 757 775 E-mail: brazilcocnsul@bytheseatropical.com Chile (Honorary Consulate) Jl. Pengemcak Gg. 1/3 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 756 781 E-mail: chilehonconstulate@bali-villa.com Denmark & Norway (Honorary Consulate) Mimpi Resort (Jimbaran) Phone: +62 361 701 070 (ext. 32) E-mail: mimpi@mimpi.com France (Consular Agency) Jl. Mertasari II No. 8 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 285 485 E-mail: consul@dps.centrin.net.id Germany (Consulate) Jl. Pantai Karang No. 17 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 288 535 E-mail: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com Hungary (Honorary Consulate) Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 219 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 287 701 E-mail: cristofoli@denpasar.wasantara.net.id Italy (Honorary Vice Consulate) Lotus Enterprise Building Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai (Jimbaran) Phone: +62 361 701 005 E-mail: italconsbali@italconsbali.com

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Japan (Consulate General) Jl. Raya Puputan No. 170 (Renon) Phone: +62 361 227 628 E-mail: denpasar@mofa.go.jp Mexico (Honorary Consulate) Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin No. 1-A (Denpasar) Phone: +62 361 223 266 E-mail: astina@denpasar.wasantara.net.id Netherlands (Honorary Consulate) Jl. Raya Kuta No. 127 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 761 506 E-mail: purwa@denpasar.wasantara.net.id Spain (Honorary Consulate) Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Br. Lungsiakan (Ubud) Phone: +62 361 975 736 E-mail: rabik@indo.net.id Sweden & Finland (Honorary Consulate) Jl. Segara Ayu (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 288 407 E-mail: segara1@denpasar.wasantara.net.id United States of America (Consular Agency) Jl. Hayam Wuruk No. 188 (Denpasar) Phone: +62 361 246 859 E-mail: amcobali@indo.net.id

TAXIS Blue Bird Taxi Phone: +62 361 701 111

VETERINARIAN Drh. I Made Budiana Jl. Kertadalem Sari III/XX, Denpasar Phone: 0361 7901313 budivetbali@yahoo.co.id

AIRLINES Air Asia I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport Phone: +62 361 760 108 China Airlines I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport Phone: +62 361 757298 Garuda Indonesia I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport Phone: +62 361 751 011 (ext. 5216) Japan Airlines Jl. Raya Kuta No. 100-X (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 757 077/ 764 733

Malaysia Airlines I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport Phone: +62 361 764 995/ 766 925 Singapore Airlines I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport Phone: +62 361 761 574 Thai Airways Ground Floor, Bali Beach Hotel (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 288 141

EMERGENCY Police Phone: +62 361 424 436 Ambulance Phone: +62 361 118 Fire Department Phone: +63 361 113

BALI

Banyuwedang

Pemuteran

Labuhan Lalang

Pulaki

Sumberklampok Cekik

Lovina Anturan Kalibukbuk

Banyupoh

Pulaki

Bondalem Tedjakula Les

Beratan

Sambirenteng

Kaliasem

Celukanbawang

Dausa Penulisan

Seririt

Gerokgak

Bakungan

Ponjok Batu

Dalem

Singaraja

Mt. Prapat Agung

Gilimanuk

Yeh Sanih

Kubutambahan Sangsit

Menjangan Island

BULELENG

Banjarasem

Mt. Sangiang Mt. Musi

Melaya Tuwed

Mayong

Peludu Lake Buyan

JEMBRANA

Tianyar Ulun Danu Batur Lake Batur

Batur

Mt. Mesehe

Pangkung

Tembok

Kintamani

Mt. Merbuk

Lake Tamblingan

Subuk

Pengotan BANG LI

Ulun Danu Bratan

Rubaya

Lake Bratan

West Bali National Park

Tulamben

Besakih Mt. Agung

Pupuan

Negara

Batukaru

Pengambengan

Batukaru

Tegalcantel Yeh Kuning

Lebih

Perancak Rambut Siwi

Wongayagede

Asahduren

Pekutatan

Culik

Amed

Menanga

B A D U N G

Mendoyo

TA B A N A N

Buruan Wanasari

Antosari

Tabanan

Bajra

Pujung

Tampaksiring

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Sempidi Ubung

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Bangli

Seminyak

Tenganan

Klungkung Padang Bai

Gianyar

KLUNGKUNG

D E N PA S A R Renon Pedungan

Sanur

Jungut Batu

Toya Pakeh Sampalan

Kuta

Sakenan Benoa

Jimbaran

Pecatu

Mumbul Ungasan

Penida

Peed

Serangan

Benoa

Kedonganan

Uluwatu

Goa Lawah Kusamba

Lebih

Legian

Uluwatu

Seraya

Ujung Tamanbali

Denpasar

Kerobokan Canggu

Nusa Dua

Lempuyang

Amlapura

Sidemen

Blahbatuh Beraban

Selat

Rendang

Payangan

Taman Ayun

Tanah Lot

Bunutan

Tirta Empul

Batu Madan

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A Amed Amed is one of the Bali's best-kept secrets that hosts some of the island's enchanting beaches. With not much is going on for the nightlife, Amed is a perfect destination for families and the more mature travelers. Amlapura Amlapura is the main town in Karangasem Regency. It hosts some of the island’s enchanting attractions such as the Tirta Gangga (the Water Palace).

Batubulan Batubulan is is an artistic countryside located in west part of Gianyar regency. It has been famous in Indonesia and all over the world which has been built based on an artistic blessing dance of Barong. The villagers sustain by both wood carving and stone sculpting, whereby the craftsmen can make up your order and arange the shipment to your home address.

C Candi Dasa Candi Dasa is located in Karangasem regency with less than 10km distance to Tenganan village. It was once a fishing village which later undergoing rapid tourism development, as now it becomes the best destination for embracing tranquility.

Bedugul Bedugul is a village located in the mountainous area connecting northern and southern Bali.\

Asahduren (Clove Plantation) Asahduren Clove Plantation is located 20km inland from Negara. It Offers the beautiful sight from the greenery of clove plantations.

Besakih Temple Besakih is the most important, sacred temple in Bali. Known as the Mother Temple, Besakih provides spectacular views of the natural surroundings.

Candi Dasa beach Celuk Celuk, in the sub-district of Sukawati, owns the individuality and excellence in production of gold and silver crafting. Most of them are Balinese professional, artistic and skillful of design development related to the silver and gold crafting.

D Denpasar Denpasar is the capital city of Bali, with an estimated population of 500,000 people from different background living in the area. A number of Bali’s notable museums is located in Denpasar.

B Bali Barat National Park Bali Barat National Park lies at the western side of Bali and occupies an estimated 10% of Bali’s total land area. The park is the last refuge of one of the most endangered birds in the world: the Bali Starling.

Goa Gajah Goa Lawah Goa Lawah is inhibited by thousands of bats hanging down on the ceiling and flying around. It is also the home of one of the most sacred temples in Bali, Pura Goa Lawah.

J Jimbaran Jimbaran is a fishing village which also houses some of the finest luxury hotels in the world. The beaches of Jimbaan are cluttered with seafood restaurants, where you can dine with your feet on the sand.

Pura Besakih - Mother Temple

Bali Bird Park Bali Bird Park provides a home to almost 1,000 birds of 250 different species. Here you can find the largest and finest collection of Indonesian birds in the world plus fantastic birds from Africa and South America.

Blahmantung Waterfall Blahmantung Waterfall is located in the Pupuan area of Tabanan. This part of Bali is very fertile and receives a lot of rain. You can swim here, or at least go for a soak in the shallow water.

Bangli Bangli offers beautiful views of Mount and Lake Batur. Situated hundreds of meters above sea level, the breeze in Bangli is cool and refreshing.

Botanical Garden Eka Karya Botanical Garden in Bedugul was founded in 1959 and is the youngest yet the largest of the four Indonesian botanical Gardens.

Garuda Wisnu Kencana Garuda Wisnu Kencana is a cultural park and a landmark with gigantic statue of Vishnu sitting on his ride, which is half man half Garuda bird.

Banjar Banjar is a worth visit place to watch cockfight and Brahma Vihara Arama, Bali’s only Buddhist mastery. You can as well bathe at the Banjar’s hot springs during your visit there.

Butterfly Park The Butterfly Park is located 7km from Tabanan on the way to Panebel. It is the biggest butterfly park in Asia and it is perfect venue to relax with family.

Gianyar Gianyar is the regency famous for artistic and high culture. As a tourism area, Gianyar has beautiful natural sceneries such as mountains and coasts.

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Gitgit Located on busy traffic,11km south of Singaraja, Gitgit is the most visited waterfall in Bali. Goa Gajah Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave) comes outstanding with the shape of its entrance: a skillfully carved depiction entangling leaves, rocks, animals, ocean waves and demonic human shapes running from the gaping mouth.

Batubulan

Amlapura - Tirta Gangga

Gilimanuk Gilimanuk is the main port for traffic between Bali and Java island. Gilimanuk can be reached by heading west from Negara, or west through the National Park from Singaraja.

Denpasar - War Monument

K Kintamani Kintamani is the village with its impressive panorama located in plateau and also encircled by mountain atmosphere with the windblast from Mount Batur. Klungkung Klungkung holds a special place in Bali’s history and culture. As artistic centers, the palaces wherein the Kings of Klungkung and noblemen patronized and developed the styles of music, drama and the fine arts that flourish today.

M Mount Agung Mount Agung is Bali’s highest and holiest mountain as it is believed that the mountain is the home of the Gods. Bali’s most sacred temple, the Mother Temple of Besakih, sits on its slope.

Petulu Petulu is a heaven for photographers who love the nature shots. Petulu provides awesome bird watching activity, where around 6,000 egrets living around the area.

Kuta - Poppies Lane Lake Batur Lake Batur is the widest lake in Bali which is surrounded by scenic view and cool atmosphere. It lies down in the feet of Mount Batur and Mount Abang, with hot spring activity right by the lake. It is considered as sacred place by the Balinese.

Negara Negara is mainly known as the place to see Makepung or the Bull Race. This area is rarely visited by tourists, while it actually also offers a glimpse of the real Bali. Nusa Dua Nusa Dua is known as the home of large international five-star resorts. Many beautiful beaches with peaceful atmosphere can be found in this area.

Lake Bratan Lake Bratan is located in Bedugul and is the second largest lake in Bali. Bratan offers stunning view of Pura Ulun Danu temple that solemnly guards the lake.

Lake Bratan - Ulun Danu temple Lovina Lovina Beach is a 12 km stretch of coast to the Northwest of Singaraja in North Bali. It is considered one of the best places for family trip with its famous morning dolphin trip as well as other activities such as snorkeling and sightseeing.

S Sangeh Monkey Forest Sangeh Monkey Forest is located in the southwestern of Bali. The main attraction here is the monkeys inhabiting both the trees and the temple.

Nusa Ceningan Nusa Ceningan offers many tourist attractions such as cockfighting and the unique seaweed farming. Nusa Lembongan Nusa Lembongan is a small island located 20km off the eastern coast of Bali. The island is known as a ‘virgin island’ with crystal-clear water and the local seaweed farming.

Lake Batur

Petulu - Bird Watching

Sangeh Monkey Forest

Nusa Menjangan Nusa Menjangan is a small island in the northwestern off the Bali Barat National Park. Only a limited number of divers are allowed to visit the island daily. All dive sites are only a short boat trip away.

Sanur Sanur is one of the Bali’s largest traditional villages and is also an established tourist area. It is known as the best spot for diving and snorkeling, especially surfing. It is also known as the ‘Sunrise Beach’.

Nusa Penida The main attraction in Nusa Penida lies on the chance to see turtles, sharks, and reefs in crystal-clear visibility.

Seminyak Seminyak is one of the Bali’s top tourist spots with its natural appeal and great collection of fine restaurants. It also houses many of nice places to stay (hotels and villas).

Nusa Serangan (Turtle Island) Serangan Island is used as a turtle breeding ground with beautiful coral reefs. Another thing Serangan is known for Pura Sakenan, the famous Balinese temple facing the mainland.

P Padangbai Padangbai is a small fishing village in East Bali. It offers the visitors with some of Bali’s most beautiful white sandy beaches.

Sing Sing Waterfall Located 1km out of Lovina town, Sing Sing Waterfall is the perfect place for people who wish to see a waterfall and do not want to deviate far from the main food. Singaraja Singaraja was once the capital city of bali before Denpasar. It was Bali’s main port during the Dutch occupation and still retains colonial feel, especially with its clean, quiet and distinctve culture.

T Tabanan The regency of Tabanan is the home of the dramatic temple of Tanah Lot, which probably is known as the most photographed temple in Bali. Tanah Lot Tanah Lot, one of the most popular places of interest in Bali, is located in the Tabanan regency. it is the home of a dramatic oceanfront Hindu temple, which is one of the main temples in worship of Balinese Gods. Tanjung Benoa Tanjung Benoa is a scenic area full of coconut palms. It is one of the perfect spots for water sports with no shortage of shops catering to marine sports enthusiasts. Tegallalang Tegallalang is a major area for handicraft production in Bali. There are several business in this area, but they are not visible to the passing-by tourits. The view here on the rice is amazing. Tulamben Tulamben is a small town on the north-east coast of Bali. It is now popular for its most famous dive site that contains a stunningly diverse underwater ecosystem, especially around the wreck of the Liberty Glo, a US Army Transport ship torpedoed by Japanese submarines in 1942.

U Ubud Ubud is largely known as a remarkable center of fine arts, dance and music. The spectacular view of green paddy terraces makes Ubud as one of the most visited areas in Bali. Uluwatu Uluwatu is known for its breathtaking cliff views, with its spectacular temple overlooking the clear blue water of the ocean below. Plenty of monkeys inhibit the area. Kecak dance is also regularly performed in Uluwaatu’s amphitheatre.

Uluwatu - Kecak Dance

Bali Information

Kuta Kuta is the most celebrated area in Bali. The beach area is also known as the center of nightlife activities and a shopping Mecca with its lines of shops, boutiques and galleries.

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Kuta/ Tuban/ Legian

Legian Kuta Kuta is dedicated to those seeking fun and sun in affordable ways. The area consists of busy laneways lined with bars and restaurants, basic accommodations and various stalls selling multitudes of items. Although often considered the ‘absolute ugliest’ area of the island due to its mix-bag tourism projects in combination with rampant commercialism, Kuta still manages to retain a slice of Balinese charm. The smell of incense wafts down the crowded gangs and offerings of brightly colored flower petals are laid out each morning to appease the gods.

The current Legian is packed with venues that turn this used-to-be sleepy hollow area into a spot that knows no rest with almost non-stop activities and crowds. More and more amusement centers like nightclubs, restaurants and shops are now making Legian a vibrant area that never sleeps.

Tuban Being a part of Kuta, Tuban doesn’t really share the loud noises and crowds of Kuta’s main party scenes. Villas and fine restaurants in this area are not really seen from the main road as they mostly take place beachside.

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Seminyak/ Petitenget/ Canggu

Seminyak Owing to its high density of upscale shopping, combined with the clustering of many fine-dining establishments, Seminyak has rapidly become one of the most wellknown tourist areas in Bali. In addition to a few commercial strips with popular and lively restaurants, bars and good crafts, furniture, and antique shops, there are a few notable establishments that have earned numerous titles as the best venue or party spot in Bali in various magazines. Land and accommodation prices are amongst the highest in Bali and plenty of luxury spas and hotels abound.

Petitenget & Canggu Petitenget is where the chic ambiance of Seminyak continues. Although recently there have not been as many happening scenes as in Seminyak, emergence of a number of new stylish venues in Petitenget should indicate that this area would serve as the extension of Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s southern fashionable playground. Canggu, on the other hand, is where the ricefields are still widely spread and clearly seen, even due to its close proximity with Seminyak and Petitenget. A number of luxurious villas can be found within Canggu area â&#x20AC;&#x201C; most of them are blessed with the tranquil view of the ricefields.

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Sanur

Nusa Dua

One of the most pleasant aspects of Sanur is its large expanse of beachfront. A footpath that covers about five kilometers allows visitors to casually stroll and explore, stopping when they feel like it for a drink or snack at one of the many beach side restaurants. A large reef shelters Sanurâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s white-sand beach, resulting in low-key surf that is ideal for beginner surfers and families with small children. However, swimming is only possible at high tide as low tide exposes the reef. Well-stocked bars and decently priced food and drinks have turned this area into a popular nighttime destination as well.

Some of the most luxurious hotels in the world find their home in Nusa Dua. Yet, unknown to even some of its loyal visitors, Nusa Dua actually offers more than just ranks of five-star hotels and up-market restaurants and shops. For instance, the thousands who stay in the luxurious hotels within the Nusa Dua complex and Tanjung Benoa are largely unaware of a beautiful white-sand beach located just five minutes away on the southern edge of the peninsula, named Geger beach. Immediately north of Nusa Dua enclave is the peninsula of Tanjung Benoa that includes less exclusive hotels and Benoa village. As a mixed culture area, visitors can see a mosque and Chinese and Hindu temples in close proximity.

Jimbaran Although Jimbaran now houses some of the finest luxury hotels in the world, its original color as a fishing village still remains. Unlike many other coastal areas in Bali that have wholly converted from fishing villages into tourist spots crowded with umbrellas, hawkers and surfboards, Jimbaran exploits its natural potential as a fishing village with the establishment of row upon row of seafood restaurants serving that dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s catch of fresh fish and crustaceans. Jimbaran is now known to be a haven of the finest seafood (both raw and processed) in Bali.

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Ubud

As the home of Bali’s legendary artists, Ubud is all about culture, inspiration, meditation, nature and comfort. The area’s scenic rice fields, villages, art and craft communities, palaces and rivers are probably some of the top reasons that bring people to Bali. For more than a century, Ubud has been the island’s preeminent centre for fine arts, dance and music. Accommodations range from the cheap ones sited in the town’s center to the jet set retreats that sit high up on the edge of green valleys. There are plenty of interesting things on the main streets, but most of the magic of Ubud is hidden away on the backstreets, backwaters and courtyards.

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Nusa Lembongan

worshippers. Unlike most beaches in Bali, there are no hawkers in Nusa Lembongan, with the sole exception of the boat guys who wander along the beach in the morning and ask you if you would like to join the snorkeling or fishing trips.

Nusa Lembongan is one of Bali’s three small offshore islands (the other two are Nusa Penida and Nusa Ceningan) with tourist infrastructure; thus making it a popular destination for visitors to Bali. Lembongan is a destination to experience the abundance of marine life, coral beds, drop off walls and exhilarating drift dive. Lembongan’s white-sand beaches and clear water are just perfect for visiting sun

Getting to or from Nusa Lembongan is easy due to the numerous options. From Sanur, visitors are provided with several fast boat services as well as the traditional jukung boats (wooden boats). Alternatively, travelers can depart from Benoa Harbour, any of the Gili islands, or even charter their own helicopter.

LIGHTHOUSE

SHIPWRECK SURFBREAK

MANGROVE

SEAWEED FARMS

LACERATIONS SURFBREAK PLAYGROUNDS SURFBREAK

JUNGUTBATU VILLAGE

Lembongan Island Beach Villa Batu Karang Resort

LEMBONGAN MUSHROOM BEACH

ISLAND

UNDERGROUND HOUSE

LEMBONGAN VILLAGE

DREAM BEACH

CENINGAN SURFBREAK

NUSA LEMBONGAN

CENINGAN ISLAND SWALLOW CAVE

The Gilis

between the two. The three islands, very fortunately, are pleasantly free from air pollution due to the absence of motorized land vehicles. Transportation means vary from the traditional cidomo (horse-drawn carts), horses and bicycles.

Lombok’s three sister islands of Gili Terawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air are currently amongst the top alternative destinations for tourists visiting Bali. The three are tiny coral-fringed islands blessed with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water swarming with an array of coral fish. Known as budget stopovers in the old days, the Gilis with their rapidly increasing popularity now have diversified accommodations ranging from luxury villas to rustic yet chic bungalows for rent. Oceanfront restaurants and bars are also scattered around. Water activities, of course, are some of the highlights on the must-do list during a stay in these islands. Each Gili has its own character and charm; Terawangan is known as the party scene, Meno is very mellow (perfect for honeymooners) and Air’s ambiance falls somewhere

GILI TERAWANGAN

However, it’s important for you to note that the Gilis are homes to Muslim locals. Although bikinis are tolerable, it is advised for you to avoid any excessive skin displays – including public affection displays. You also need to tolerate the loud call for early Morning Prayer at around four or five in the morning. Restaurants and bars will run as normal during the fasting month of Ramadan. The Gili islands are easily accessible direct from Bali with the current fast boat services available. Ferry services from Padangbai to Lombok run 24 hours a day. Morning flights from Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport to Lombok’s Selaparang Airport are also available daily.

GILI MENO GILI AIR

SUNBATHING AREA GILI MENO WALL HALIK REEF

LIGHTHOUSE

ART MARKET ANDY’S REEF SHARK POINT

LOOKOUT

SUNBATHING AREA

SUNSET POINT

TRAWANGAN SLOPE

THE GILIS