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www.newinbali.com | Issue No.31 | November 2010
In Focus
Bali The Celebration Island Believe it or not
Make Friends, not Foes Feature Story
The Paradise Island is a Paradise for Babies Island Information
Reviews
Restaurants
Stories
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Team's Note
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Bali Flash (The Latest Happenings in Paradise)
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Typical Bali (Pelangkiran)
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Quick Question
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Explore Bali (Pro Surf)
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Up Close (Nyoman Suetha)
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Feature Story (The Paradise Island is a Paradise for Babies)
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Getaway (Kedonganan Fish Market)
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Venue with a capital V (The Private Spa Wellness Center)
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The Ten (Ten Spa Treatments that will Make You Relaxed from Head to Toe)
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Heart of Bali (YAKEBA)
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Bali Barrels
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Bali Directory
Believe It or Not (Make Friends, not Foes)
In Focus (Bali The Celebration Island)
Selamat Makan (TĂŠkor Bali)
Bali Maps & Information
The Gilis Section (Manta Dive)
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opened The Private Spa Wellness Center in Dhyanapura, Seminyak. Using state-of-theart equipments, The Private Spa Wellness Centre brings forth ancient Asian rituals to the next level (see page 36).
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Bali and Gili Holidays are a time for relaxation; and what better way to relax than treating yourself to a soothing massage at the spa? Bali Spas offer many traditional treatments which use local herbs and healing oils. Your stress and tiredness will surely melt away as you visit some of Bali’s top spa centers, conveniently located in popular tourist spots across the island. Yep, we visited the recently
We also went off North West to Lombok’s Gili islands for our little escape from the currently unpredictable weather in Bali. No, we didn’t have any spa treatments there. Coming home all tanned, we were really enjoying the sun and sea; yes, it was summer in Gili! Of course, we couldn’t afford not to take a dive course and witness the underwater wonders with our very own eyes, especially since the Gilis are surrounded by clear waters where the human-friendly turtles find their home. We’d like to thank Manta Dive to have helped us make our underwater experience as rewarding as possible (see page 76). Don’t worry, for we have something for you as a little souvenir from the Gilis. Yep, The Mag now has “Gili Section”, where you can get your monthly fix of the Gili islands. Our other regular features are still here; therefore, enjoy reading! And enjoy Bali, too!
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BALI FLASH
Philippine Airlines to Fly Manila–Bali Travel Trade Gazette (TTG) says that Bali and Manila may soon be connected by Philippines Airlines (PAL) with services planned to commence in December 2010. The popularity of Bali as a tourist destination continues to grow. PAL has a good network from Japan, Korea and China to Manila; therefore, opening Manila-Bali means business for the airline. A flight connection on the PAL network to Bali will not only provide additional capacity from North Asian ports-of-call but also provide more seats from the USA and Canada. The Philippine national carrier currently flies between Jakarta and Manila seven times each week, with four of those flights making an intermediate stop in Singapore.
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Indonesia to Expand Visa-on-board Service The Indonesian Ministry of Culture and Tourism has confirmed that the current program of visa-issued-on-board (IOB) will soon be expanded to provide better service to visitors and reduce waiting time at those landing at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport. IOB places uniformed immigration officers on board flights who process visas during the inbound leg to Bali. The Indonesian national air carrier Garuda Indonesia has pioneered the service on board its flights from Tokyo and Osaka to Denpasar with plans to soon extend the service to other destination.
People Et Cetera Exhibition In cooperation with Ubud’s ARMA Museum, artist Adi Bachmann has placed 63 colorful sculptures in the Museum’s gardens. Quirky, eccentric and full of whimsy, the cement-based sculptures are
generally presented in very bold and bright colors. Strategically placed in locations that complement their design, the sculptures populate ponds and fountains, peek from bushes, occupy bales or shelter in the shade of well-established trees. There are dancing snakes, a globe resting on a pyramid, a reclining Buddha who is surrounded by lifesized king penguins and a Balinese police officer, etc. The exhibition in the gardens of the ARMA Museum on Jalan Pengosekan in Ubud is open daily through December 21.
Temple Anniversary Celebrations November 3 • Pura Pasek Gelgel, Kukuh village, district of Marga, Tabanan regency. • Pura Pasek Ketewel, Ketewel village district of Sukawati, Gianyar regency. • Pura Puseh and Pura Desa, Guwang village, district of Sukawati, Gianyar regency. November 13 “Tumpek uduh”, a day devoted to God as “Sanghyang Sangkara” lord of all food-plants and vegetation. Blessing ceremonies are held for good crop and product in every farm and plantation throughout Bali. November 17 • Pura Pucak Sari Tembuku village, district of Tembuku, Bangli regency. • Pura Kepisah Sumerta village, Downtown of Denpasar. November 21 • Pura Kiduling Kreteg, Besakih complex, district of Rendang, Karangasem regency. • Pura Dalem Putra Balingkang, Benawah village, Gianyar regency. November 23 • Pura Ulun Danu Beratan, Candi Kuning village, district of Baturiti, Tabanan regency. • Pura Batu Klotok, south beach of town of Klungkung. • Pura Dalem Waturenggoong, Taro Kaja village, district of Tegalalang, Gianyar regency. November 24 • Pura Penataran Gana, Bebalang village, south of the town of Bangli. • Pura Dalem Gde, Banjar Pande, downtown of Bangli. • Pura Pucak Sari (Monkey Forest Temple) Sangeh village, district of Abiansemal, Badung regency.
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T Y P IC A L B A L I
Pelangkiran Pelangkiran is a sacred object in Bali. It has a place in every living space and is used to hold the offerings, a symbol of reverence and thanks to the gods to have given humans protection. Shops, houses, restaurants and many other places in Bali need to have at least one pelangkiran, in which incense, eggs, coconuts, flowers and other gifts are offered daily. Pelangkiran is derived from the word “langkir� which means the place of worship. Different living space of a building wherein the pelangkiran is placed signifies a different protection intended to shield the occupants. As example, a pelangkiran placed in a bedroom means to provide protection from any forms of disturbance caused by evil spirits; thus, one can sleep soundly and peacefully. There are stories, from the people who live in buildings that don’t have pelangkiran, saying that strange happenings like weird sounds coming out of nowhere frequently occurred especially during night times. Apparently, after consulted with a Hindu priest, the sounds came from the wandering spirits in the building. After a pelangkiran was put on place, all the sounds and odd happenings stopped occurring.
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BELIEVE IT OR NOT
Make Friends, not Foes It is important for Balinese people to harmonize themselves with all elements in the universe to shape a balanced, harmonious life; this means conserving the nature and maintaining good relationships with not only fellow humans, but also spirits (both good and evil). For the Balinese, sharing what’s being eaten is a courteous way to honor someone—this also applies to the spirits. Therefore, every time a dish is cooked or when a Balinese person is eating something, a little amount of the food (except beef) is spared and left on the floor as a symbol of sharing – the same thing also goes for drinks. This practice is called mejotan. Mejotan is performed to keep the spirits entertained and ‘happy’ and, most importantly, to maintain the balance in the universe. Yep, ignoring mejotan will result in an unbalanced, unharmonious life. This kind of life would be frequented by horrible occasions such as accidents and even deaths; all is believed as the doing of the unhappy spirits. However, if you are a non-believer, it is advised for you not to perform mejotan—not even for once. It is said that it takes only a one-time practice for the spirits to recognize those giving the offering. With that being said, the spirits will demand more frequent mejotan. If you ignore the spirits, they will see you as an enemy; thus they will not let live in peace. Ariana, resident of a south Denpasar village, told The Mag that he couldn’t sleep every night because there was always something bothering him during night times. There were times when he felt like being choked and even stabbed on the tummy. The reason for this was because he laid an offering in his room as mejotan but he did it only once. Ariana now frequently performs mejotan and finally can have an undisturbed sleep every night.
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QUICK QUESTION
WHAT IS IT YOU FIND SURPRISING IN BALI?
Amanda & Jake, New Zealand People wearing helmets inside Circle Ks! That’s really funny.
Rick, Australia It’s definitely the traffic! Bali seriously needs to overcome this issue.
Thomas, USA Bali really DOES have a lot of temples. Oh my…
Liam, Australia Those little Balinese kids surely know how to dance elegantly. Amazing!
Paolo, Italy I’ve been to Bali a couple of times before, but the traffic today really surprises me.
Susan, Singapore I saw this little boy riding a motorbike on the highway on the way to Ubud.
Wei Ru, China The party scene. I didn’t know that you can actually party in Bali.
Bross, UK The Nasi Campur. It looks terrible but tastes so darn good!
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IN FOCUS
Bali the Celebration Island
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ali is known as the Island of the Gods, an oasis of tropical beauty known for its beaches and surf, its own special band of Hinduism and a thriving night-life. It takes a claim of being one of the most beautiful and alluring places on earth, especially for those seeking to witness grand parades and processions. Apart from the obvious pastimes of sunbathing and surfing, the other big activity on the island is its cultural celebrations. The island has developed thriving ‘party scenes’ that cater for the discerning tastes of its international visitors. Its reputation as an exotic destination has developed over the years and it now promises the kind of entertainment the really shows the uniqueness of Bali.
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Bali Arts Festival, Sanur Village Festival, Legian Festival, Kuta Karnival, Nusa Dua Fiesta, Tanah Lot Festival, Gempita Gianyar are amongst the events where visitors and residents alike can witness the glorious art forms of Bali. These events feature an amazing display of Bali’s culture such as dance performances, traditional drama performances and traditional music for those interested in the performing arts. There are also exhibitions of paintings, architecture, handicrafts and even cooking demonstrations. The most wonderful thing about these events is that they defy social barriers. Everyone can participate and enjoy the activities— whether they are young, old, rich or poor.
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Pro Surf by Laura Duijnker
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id you ever try surfing and it didn’t go well? Is it your first time? Or are you an experienced surfer who would like to be taken to more challenging surf spots in order to improve your skills? Whatever your reason is, Pro Surf takes care of it. No one says surfing is easy, some even say that surfing is one of the hardest water sports to learn. Why wouldn’t take the opportunity to learn it from the best in just a couple of days? Voted the best surf school for three years in a row, there is no doubt that you’ll be in good hands. The instructors are all well trained and they make sure that you reach the level you want. At Pro Surf they don’t think it’s enough if you only know how to stand up on a board. They help you to find out which board suits best and then it’s time to be guided into the water and through the waves. Don’t worry if you’re not a fast learner, for each instructor has a maximum of four students in the water. And if you don’t manage to get up the first lesson, you get an additional lesson for free. Standing up will be your first goal and most of the students reach that goal after one lesson. Those who would like to continue practising can decide to do the next level, Beginner 2 and 3. During these lessons you will learn more about how to balance and making turns at the same time. Think you know it all after three lessons? Then try and experience the intermediate 2 and 3. These lessons will take you behind the wave line, which means that the waves you’re about to catch are a lot bigger and longer. Time to show off! 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
Nyoman Suetha
The Stone Sculptor
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t is no exaggeration to say that there are as many artists in Bali as there are people. The Balinese consider art to be a natural activity. Farmers by day, artists by night, they are masters in expressing their religious beliefs and rituals into items of a great artistic value; from simple masks, statues and jewelries, to wall-sized panels using materials such as wood, stone, coral, bone, silver and gold. Bali’s history that is recorded in legends and preserved in its religion amazingly still makes the Balinese adherence to the traditions of their ancestors, even in the midst of modernization and tourism boom currently undertaking on the island. Nyoman Suetha, a Balinese stone sculptor from Gianyar, adds to the list of flourishing artists that make Bali a well-known place as a haven of fine arts. CONTINUES TO PAGE 28
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Nyoman Suetha and his masterpiece collection
What is the most impressive statue to you that you ever made? It’s the statue of Dewi Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and literacy. It’s not really that big, only the size of a real human. The thing is, the statue had so many intricate details; thus really difficult to make. We understand that your father was a stone sculptor, did you learn stone sculpting from him? No. In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever learnt anything about stone sculpting. So how did you gain your knowledge? Well, this is a simple question yet I really don’t know how to answer it. All I know is that I started sculpting when I was 20 years old. I bought a small chunk of stone and made a frog out of it. 28
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Do you need a model or at least a picture when you sculpt? No. As an instance, when I’m sculpting a statue of Ganesha I only need to imagine the detailed shape of Ganesha in my head. So, basically, I only need to know the shape of the object I’m going to sculpt. And for me to be able to have all the clear images in my head, I need to see the objects at least once. What do you make the most? Ganesha and frog. Please don’t ask me why frog; because I really don’t know why.
Based on your case, can you say that all Balinese people are born artists? That’s a tricky question. One thing I know for sure that, when it comes for performing arts such as dancing and playing gamelan (Balinese orchestra), we start off training at a very early age. It’s a cultural thing. Nyoman Suetha Jl. Raya Singapadu Br. Seraya No. 96 Singapadu - Sukawati, Gianyar Phone: +62 361 294 525 +62 81 338 333 838
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FEATURE STORY
The paradise island is a paradise for babies
The Balinese Hindu believes on reincarnation before they can reach moksha, the highest condition of soul where it goes back to the main source, God. Being born, growing up, getting old and die then being reborn are a cycle that the Balinese people see as something to be achieved. And being such grateful people, the Balinese will perform a special ritual for every stage in the cycle. Yet, of all the stages, the Balinese people really put emphasize on the early ones, for they believe that it is during these early stages that a good quality of a human being to ensure reincarnation is formed. And so, the rituals begin during pregnancy.
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agedong-gedongan ritual (means to give strength) is performed on the seventh month during pregnancy. This ritual is meant to strengthen the new soul in its ‘new house’, the mother’s womb. Once born, another ritual needs to be performed for the baby’s placenta as it is believed that it has affects towards the baby’s life in the future. The burial takes place at the home yard, on the right side of the main building if the baby is boy or on the left side if the baby is girl. The placenta is placed in a coconut shell wrapped in a plain white cloth. A dance fan, a book, a pen, a comb or anything else that the parents and family wish the child will grow up to enjoy are buried along with the placenta. The purpose of burying the placenta within the home yard is to bind the child to the ancestral land, its culture and people. It is hoped that when the baby is a grown up, he or she will always remember to come home.
Nyambutin ritual or welcoming ceremony is performed when the baby reaches the age of three months. This ceremony marks the time when the baby is finally allowed to touch the ground and get a name. Nyambutin also means that the baby has entered the earthly world; thus needs to be guided during his or her first steps in life. This is how a child attains full incarnation of human status. A newly born is not allowed to touch the ground and be given name because the Balinese believe that the baby’s soul is still in its purest form, so pure that it is considered godly to have contacts with anything earthly. Then come the birthday party, or called otonan. Different with birthday parties in general, this Balinese tradition is actually a private and comprehensive ritual that only celebrated by the family internally. By certain kinds of oblation, the ritual is intended for one’s inner and outer self along with his kanda empat or four companions that are believed to accompany the baby since birth to the end of lifetime and even the period after death. THE MAG ISSUE 31
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After 210 days, a child is given a magic name aside from his given name that remains secret. At this time, the child is considered an adult, is often cared for by other children, and is allowed to roam somewhat freely through the village with other kids.
Etymologically, there may have been a common ‘misperception’ here where birthday in the Gregorian calendar should be celebrated on the same day as the word suggests and not the same date (should be birth date). On the contrary, otonan in the Balinese (Hindu) tradition is similar thing but of different context. This one is celebrated every 210 days on the same day based on Balinese wuku year. The child is also given a magic name aside from his given name that remains secret. At this time, the child is considered an adult, is often cared for by other children, and is allowed to roam somewhat freely through the village with other kids. In essence, otonan is an immensely important celebration for the Balinese. It constitutes the right moment to reorganize, encourage the relationship of human self with the four integrated companions as the otonan contains two dimensional aspects, both sekala (visible) and niskala (invisible). By this, it is also expected to promote harmony between the body with soul and finally reach eternal bliss here and after. 32
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Inge, a part-time Bali resident, told The Mag how she finds all the Balinese baby-related rituals very captivating. Mother of a one-yearold, Inge chooses to stay in a Balinese compound every time she is in Bali. “I just love it to see my baby Hixon playing with Balinese babies from the neighborhood,” she said. “Certainly, babies are treated in very special ways here. Bali is a paradise for babies.”
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This Place is so Fishy
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he famous Jimbaran fish market in Kedonganan, where nearly all of south Bali’s restaurateurs come to buy their seafood, opens for business at 4 am and is still going strong at 7 pm. As any housewife will attest, the market has the highest quality and the freshest seafood in all of south Bali, and at very good prices. If you’re up early enough, you can witness fishing boats pulling up on Jimbaran’s shore and women with buckets balanced on their heads lining up to unload fish, then walking to the cooperative to weigh, sort and sell that day’s catch. By midmorning the catch is in and the work is done. Pay a Rp 1,000 parking fee and have a walk around this lively market. In the evening, a portion of it magically turns into a pasar sengol (night market) where children’s clothes, toys, popcorn, cotton candy, fruit and sandals and a lot more are sold. Along the beach there are many cafes operated by local people. It is also something like night markets where visitors can choose a wide range of seafood. Nearly all cafes provide special seafood menus with local recipes or combination with the western flavors.
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VENUE WITH A CAPITAL V
The Private Spa Wellness Center
Personal Indulgence on a Whole New Meaning
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THE TEN
Ten Spa Treatments that will Make You Relaxed from Head to Toe
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olidays are a time for relaxation; and what better way to relax than treating yourself to a soothing massage at the spa? Bali Spas offer many traditional treatments which use local herbs and healing oils. Your stress and tiredness will surely melt away as you visit some of Bali’s top spa centers, conveniently located in popular tourist spots across the island.
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Stress Reduction Treatment Fight fatigue and colds, as well as restore energy levels, with this treatment. A traditional Javanese massage session that uses the hands and particularly the thumbs, it releases tension and provides deep-tissue relief. This is followed by a half-hour body wrap where the body goes into a special warm capsule. The combination of focused pressure and warmth helps to create an intense sense of relaxation, and a renewal of the body’s energy levels.
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Chakra Balancing Chakra balancing is based on the belief that the body has seven main energy centers along the spine which absorb and emit life force. During the actual chakra balancing session, it’s the practitioner’s aim to invite the client into an environment that is free of all worldly stresses. You will likely start your treatment with a discussion to pin-point the areas of stress or emotional turmoil in your life. The practitioner will then explain how these are affecting your body, and the chakras within.
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Foot and Hand Reflexology Reflexology is a treatment where the therapist works primarily on your feet. The theory behind reflexology is that there are “reflex points� in the feet, hands and ears that relate to specific organs and glands in the body. Practitioners believe that stimulating those reflex points promotes health in that organ via the body’s energetic pathways.
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Hot Stone Massage Hot stone massage is a specialty massage that uses smooth, heated stones. They are often basalt, a black volcanic rock that absorbs and retains heat well, but they can be other types. The heat is both deeply relaxing and helps tight muscles release. The therapist will leave heated stones in specific points along your spine, in the palms of your hand, on your belly, or even between your toes to improve the flow of energy in your body.
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Mandi Lulur Literally means lulur bath, this treatment originated from Java and was traditionally part of the Javanese prenuptial ceremony. This famous treatment is actually an exfoliating and body polishing exercise. A paste of sandalwood, turmeric, ground nuts, rice and other scented woods is prepared, painted on to the body for exfoliating purposes and left to dry. The dried paste is then gently rubbed off. This process polishes and exfoliates the skin. After a hot shower, a yoghurt mix is spread over the body to restore balance to the skin. The mandi lulur ends with a warm flower-scented bath.
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Ear Candling Ear candling, also called ear coning, is an alternative medicine practice claimed to improve general health and well-being by lighting one end of a hollow candle and placing the other end in the ear canal. Besides being very relaxing, ear candling also greatly improves mental clarity, energy and a sense of well-being because it allows the glucose and oxygen to travel through the now clean passage ways and enter into the brain thus restoring neural functions.
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Balinese Pijat Cokor This time-tested treatment works to restore fading energy and boost the immune system. The therapist uses the palms and feet on energy lines and pressure points to un-knot deep-seated muscle tension. Pressure point work helps clear blockages and enhance the body’s natural immune system, further boosted by the application of a heatgenerating medicinal blend of traditional spices comprising cinnamon, clove, camphor and cajuput. The treatment seeks to improve health and flexibility.
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Fish Pedicure An unusual spa treatment is being offered in many places across Kuta which exfoliates your feet using hundreds of fish. The Garra rufa fish have no teeth and nibble away dead skin using suction-shaped mouths leaving healthy new skin underneath untouched.
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Relaxing Massage Relaxing massage is suitable for anyone, as its main focus is to create balance and harmony through cleansing. Among the essential oils are geranium, used for its uplifting effect as a natural anti-depressant; nutmeg, to relief muscular aches and pains, which aids blood circulation and digestion; and rose, to give a feeling of fulfillment and well being. This soothing massage emotionally heals and cleanses all ages.
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Sensual Massage Sensual massage uses carefully chosen oils essential to the massage - jasmine as mood enhancer, sandalwood to lift anxiety and depression, and rose to balance mind and body creating a feeling of peace. The sensual massage makes the body feel warm and soothed and is extremely comforting after a stressful and tiring day. It also relieves nervous tension.
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Imprisonment is not solution for drug addicts
YAKEBA (Bali Health Foundation) YAKEBA (Yayasan Kesehatan Bali/Bali Health Foundation) has worked in the field of HIV/AIDS since its inception in 1999. In early 2001 YAKEBA opened an office in Denpasar where it established an HIV/AIDS and Drug Abuse Information, Referral, Education and Rehab Center. Initial idea of forming this organization is to help people who suffer from addiction (both drugs and alcohol) in Bali by providing the place for the addicts to run and learn about how to recover or resign from their addiction. Along the way, however, the problems faced by the addicts were increasing; one of which is the spread of HIV. 44
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Together with the Anika Linden Foundation (ALF) YAKEBA launched a program in 2004 (and is still running until today): the Narcotics and HIV/AIDS Awareness in Bali’s high schools. This project aims to increase the awareness of the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse as well as HIV/AIDS awareness among high school students in Bali. The program involves education, provision of referral options and counseling support for young Balinese. It is targeted at high school students living in high-risk areas, particularly those students in areas where alcohol and drug-abuse are common among young people. This program reaches thousands of students every year. However, drug use is now spreading to rural areas as well and YAKEBA is now going into schools outside the urban areas as well as
1. High school students attend YAKEBA event. 2. YAKEBA was awarded the Red Ribbon Award by UNAIDS.
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meeting with youth and adult groups in the villages. Under this program, a doctor and former addicts go into high schools and the villages and give presentations on the dangers of using drugs and how one can contract HIV/AIDS. On June 11, 2008, YAKEBA was awarded the Red Ribbon Award by UNAIDS, the United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS. YAKEBA was one of 7 winning organisations in Asia and the only one in Indonesia. YAKEBA’s founder Bob Monkhouse, along with Ayu Fatmawati, accepted the award from Her Majesty the Crown Princess of Norway. YAKEBA currently is a center of information, referrals on the prevention, care, and support of HIV/AIDS and drug abuse. Therefore, since 2000 YAKEBA has run several programs, among others:
1. Harm Reduction Program among injecting Drugs Users. 2. Rehabilitation Program for drug Users. 3. Awareness Program among Student and Public. 4. A Peer-driven Support Program for drug users. 5. Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT). 6. Prison Program. 7. Vocational skills for former drug users (KUBE).
YAKEBA Jl. Merta Sari No. 159, Denpasar Phone/ Fax: +62 361 724 699 E-mail: info@yakeba.org
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Customer service is high on their list of priorities and many friends of ours said it was their favorite restaurant while in Double Six area. The ambience is open, casual, ‘islandy’, yet sophisticated. Patrons often state, “It just makes you feel good to walk in here!” It’s a fun, happening place to dine - with impeccable, yet unpretentious, service. Of course, you won’t be having any troubles choosing what to eat as the friendly staff will help you with your order. There is also fresh caught fish displayed at the entrance of the restaurant; so you can just point out to the staff which one you want to be served on your plate. Sampling a few of the delicacies offered on the menu during lunch time, we ordered some of Tékor Bali’s finest seafood creations: Sautéed king prawns with baby peas, broccoli and carrots with a mild curry sauce, served with rice. King prawns with cognac sauce, served with mashed potatoes, vegetables and salad. With no exaggeration, both dishes were wonderful! Tékor Bali is located in front of Double-Six beach, a perfect place to watch sunset. From the restaurant you can also watch people surfing, playing volleyball etc.
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isitors to Bali will find a visit to the island incomplete without exploring the gastronomical tours of the Balinese food. In fact, the various sensational titillations of your taste buds and olfactory senses on smelling the wafting of the food from the many seafood restaurants on the island may probably be one of the reasons that make you come back to Bali once more. Anyway, if you are culinary adventurous, then you should put Tékor Bali high on your must-visit restaurants while you are in Bali. The beachside Tékor Bali offers a wide range of seafood prepared in many different ways. The dishes include fried, steamed, grilled, baked fish together with pasta, sautéed potatoes or rice. On the menu you can immediately see that the cook has taken the best of every part of the world and created these wonderful dishes. To make it even more wonderful, Tékor Bali also offers children menu. So if you’re traveling with your little ones, Tékor Bali is certainly an option - a little playground is available across the street on the beach, so you can relax enjoying your meal but can still watch the kids playing.
From top to bottom: Sautéed King Prawns with Baby Peas, Broccoli and Carrots with a Mild Curry Sauce, King Prawns with Cognac Sauce Served with Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables and Salad.
Tékor Bali Jl. Double Six, Legian Kaja-Kuta, Bali Phone: 0361 735 268 www.barudibali.com/tekor-bali
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Bali is a beautiful island to visit and like many other tourist destinations, being such a popular spot brings many problems. One concerning problem that we at The Mag have come to notice is the ever growing environmental problems that effect this paradise island. We at The Mag hope that all travelers will take (little) time to read these points and take them to action, in order to lessen the damage. So please, keep Bali beautiful. 1. Please do not litter It’s a habit we should all try to keep, and that is just “don’t litter”. If no trashcan is in sight, just keep it in your bag or pocket until you come across one, and then dispose of it correctly. 2. See some rubbish, pick it up! Add that little extra in keeping Bali clean by picking scraps of trash ignorant people have discarded carelessly and find the appropriate place to dispose of it. 3. Reuse or refuse plastic bags Sometimes shops will still put your goods into plastic bags. It’s fine to refuse the plastic bags, if you are carrying your own. You may get a strange look from the cashier, if so; just explain your good intention to “keep Bali beautiful”. 4. Walk more! To keep the air of Bali cleaner, it’s always better to walk. Other than being a healthy alternative, you may accidentally stumble onto a small store or unseen bars which you may have missed. 5. Eco-traveling What better way to enjoy the beautiful scenery of nature in Bali than to take an eco-tourism tour. Many companies provide trips into the untouched wilderness of Bali, or the unspoiled coral reefs.
6. Lights out! Leaving your AC on is a huge waste of valuable electrical energy. It’s better to turn off your AC and lights before heading out. 7. It’s better to go out for dinner It is sometimes tempting to take-away food to enjoy in the comfort of the place you are staying, but the packaging of the food adds up to the pile of trash that is thrown away. 8. Support local industries Sending imported goods uses up much of the worlds fossil fuel resources, compared to using products already available in Bali. By supporting local industries we can also improve the economy for the community in Bali. 9. Water preservation The amount of clean water in Bali is slowly becoming scarcer due to over use. Small things we can do to help over come the water crisis are by taking shorter showers and turning off the taps when brushing teeth.
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Have you ever surfed before? No. What made you decide to surf here in Bali? Well, honestly speaking, I came to Bali to surf. I couldn’t do it in Holland because of the cold weather. What were your expectations before you took the lesson? I thought it would be easy, especially because I already knew how to snowboard. Yet, as the lesson progressed, it became more difficult. Anyway, the instructors at Pro Surf, the surf school I got my lesson from, were very good. Now I am able to not only stand on the board, but also catch the waves. How did it feel like to catch your first wave? It was really, really great. I can’t describe it with words. Why did you decide to take surf lesson at Pro Surf? A friend recommended me to just go there. As it turned out, Pro Surf was a great place to learn how to surf.
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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 built daily. Its playful lefts and rights are great for beginners and advanced surfers alike. Canggu & Perenan Canggu always gets more swell than Kuta beach. It 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. 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. May–October (dry season) is the best time of the year for waves here. Nusa Dua To get to this reef you have to drive into the hotel area itself and weave your way south. There is no channel which 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. Dreamland Dreamland was famous because it was a 'dreamy' spot. The wave is still there, a nice peak and a fun beach break.
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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. It is 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! Uluwatu There are 4 different sections: 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.
Padangbai Padangbai has the flat bottomed mixed reef and sandy bottom with some wally waves. This break needs a bit of swell.
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.
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.
Keramas Keramas 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.
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. 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.
Nyang Nyang Nyang Nyang beach is a ` secret' spot, which is less crowded due to its uneasy access. This beach is like a secret paradise for every surfer. 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.
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
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BENOA BALI
CRASH COURSE BAHASA INDONESIA Bahasa Indonesia is the language spoken through the whole Indonesia. The Balinese speaks Bali language with each other, yet you will be fine with these words and short phrases.
How are you? Fine, thank you Good morning Good afternoon (< 3 pm) Good afternoon (> 3 pm) Good evening Good bye See you later My name is… Here you go Excuse me No/ Yes I’m hungry I’m thirsty Do you have beer? I want mixed rice Where is the hotel? Right/ Left Sorry
Apa kabar? Baik, terima kasih Selamat pagi Selamat siang Selamat sore Selamat malam Sampai jumpa lagi Sampai nanti Nama saya… Silahkan Permisi Tidak/ Ya Saya lapar Saya haus Ada bir? Saya mau nasi campur Dimana hotel? Kanan/ Kiri Maaf
BARGAINING IN BALI 1. No matter how much the vendors give as the opening price, you have to bargain for as much as half (or even less) of the price. 2. It is better for you to go to the shop that has everything: t-shirts, shorts, wood handicrafts, etc. By doing a onestop-shopping, which means you will buy quite a lot, it is easier for you to get a bigger discount. 3. Try not to be so apparent that you really want the thing you are looking at on the shop; the vendors are not stupid and can ‘smell’ your desire, thus will take the advantage by putting the price high.
BEFORE ENTERING A TEMPLE, PLEASE REMIND YOURSELF : 1. To respect the place and its people: it is sacred, so do not make noise or damages. Act normal.
4. Since there are ranges of shops offering pretty much the same things, you can always walk away from one shop to another if a deal cannot be reached. But walk slowly. Normally, if you offer a reasonable price on a bargain, in which the vendor can still make some profits and the price is good for you, the vendor would call you back to his/ her shop as you walk away. 5. Tell the vendor that if he/ she gives you a good price, then you will tell your other friends to shop from him/ her as well. 6. Know the market prices, or, pretend that you do. By saying “I’ve seen this product before way cheaper” will probably lead to lower price. 7. Have fun and stay friendly. Bargaining is part of the culture here and it should be a fun activity.
2. That a woman who is having her period, is not allowed to enter the temple. 3. To not walk in front of a praying person. 4. That a priest is very important, so whenever he is praying, don’t sit higher than him and don’t bother him with your camera’s flash. 5. That you should also not take flashing pictures of other people praying. 6. To wear a sarong and an ambet when you attend a ceremony (those are often provided to you when necessary).
Bali Information 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.
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.
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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.
Candi Dasa beach
Batubulan Bedugul Bedugul is a village located in the mountainous area connecting northern and southern Bali. Besakih Temple Besakih is the most important, sacred temple in Bali. Known as the Mother Temple, Besakih provides spectacular views of the natural surroundings.
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.
Asahduren (Clove Plantation) Asahduren Clove Plantation is located 20km inland from Negara. It Offers the beautiful sight from the greenery of clove plantations.
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.
Pura Besakih - Mother Temple
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 7 km 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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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.
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.
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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.
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).
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.
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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.
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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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 ocean-front Hindu temple, which is one of the main temples in worship of Balinese Gods.
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.
N 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.
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.
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.
Petulu - Bird Watching
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.
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.
Sangeh Monkey Forest 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).
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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.
Tegallalang - Rice field
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.
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.
Lake Bratan - Ulun Danu temple
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.
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
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.
Padangbai Padangbai is a small fishing village in East Bali. It offers the visitors with some of Bali’s most beautiful white sandy beaches. 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.
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.
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 Uluwatu’s amphitheatre.
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.
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Bali Directory RESTAURANTS ASIAN FUSION RESTAURANTS Chandi A Gastronomic Twist on Pan Asian Cuisine Jl. Laksmana No. 72 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 173 106 www.newinbali.com/chandi Sarong The Next Experience Jl. Petitenget No. 19-X (Kerobokan) Phone: +62 361 737 809 www.newinbali.com/sarong BELGIAN RESTAURANTS Mannekepis Jazz & Blues Bistro Jl. Raya Seminyak (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 847 5784 www.newinbali.com/mannekepis CHINESE RESTAURANTS Chinoiserie Modern Singaporean Cuisine Jl. Sunset No. 7 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 8088 777 www.newinbali.com/chinoiserie Fortune Cookie Fresh & Healthy Food with no MSG Jl. Sudamala No. 5 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 283 342 www.newinbali.com/fortune-cookie DUTCH RESTAURANTS 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 58
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FRENCH RESTAURANTS Atelier 13 French Cuisine Jl. Kunti No. 7 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 733 671 www.newinbali.com/atelier-13 GERMAN RESTAURANTS Mama’s German Restaurant in Bali Jl. Raya Legian (Legian) Phone: +62 361 754 831 www.newinbali.com/mamas INDIAN RESTAURANTS Queens Tandoor Enjoy the Taste of India! Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 73 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 732 770 www.newinbali.com/queenstandoor INDONESIAN RESTAURANTS 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 INTERNATIONAL RESTAURANTS Barcode Mediterranean Resto and Tapas Bar Jl. Petitenget No. 2001-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 629 www.newinbali.com/barcode Biku Bali Tea House, Restaurant and Book Store Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 888 (Petitenget) Phone: +62 361 857 0888 www.newinbali.com/biku
Black Canyon Coffee A Drink from Paradise… Available on Earth Seminyak Square (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738 029 www.newinbali.com/black-canyoncoffee Café Bali With Love Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 484 www.newinbali.com/café-bali Grocer & Grind Bistro - Delicatessen - Catering Jl. Kayu Jati No. 3-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 737 321 www.newinbali.com/grocer-andgrind Ifiori Ristorante Food - Wine - Chill Out Jl. Kartika Plaza (Tuban) Phone: +62 361 750 158 www.newinbali.com/ifioriristorante Karma Steakhouse Jl. Bukit Permai (Jimbaran) Phone: +62 361 708 848 www.karmasteakhouse.com Kopi Pot Fine Coffee, Great Food, Outrageous Cakes Jl. Legian (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 752 614 www.newinbali.com/kopi-pot
Ma Joly Enjoy the Finer Things in Life Jl. Wana Segara (Tuban) Phone: +62 361 753 708 www.newinbali.com/ma-joly Poppies Fine Dining and Cottages in the Hanging Gardens of Kuta Jl. Poppies 1 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 751 059 www.newinbali.com/poppies
ITALIAN RESTAURANTS Il Cielo Delizioso Momento Con Cucina Italiano Jl. Kartika Plaza No. 172 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 762 027 www.newinbali.com/il-cielo Massimo Jl. Danau Tamblingan (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 128 8942
Rio Restaurant Bar & Grill Jl. Raya Seminyak (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 732 685 www.newinbali.com/rio-restaurant
Osteria Telese Cucina Italiana Jln. Laksmana No. 14 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 734 566 www.newinbali.com/osteria-telese
Rumours Everything You Hear is True Jl. Laksmana No. 1 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738720 www.newinbali.com/rumours
Rustica Cucina Italiana Jl Batu Belig No. 1 (Batu Belig) Phone: +62 361 360 4562 www.newinbali.com/rustica
Tekor Bali Beachside Restaurant with Amazing Food Jl. Double Six (Legian) Phone: +62 361 735 268 www.newinbali.com/tekor-bali
Sorriso Jl. Drupadi (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738 307
The Junction Street Side Café with Air-Conditioner Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 735 610 www.newinbali.com/the-junction
Ku De Ta Jl. Oberoi No. 9 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 969 www.kudeta.net
Waroeng Bonita Home Cooking from the Island Jl. Petitenget No. 2000-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 731 918 www.newinbali.com/waroengbonita
La Casa From Bali with Love! Jl. Werkudara No. 25 (Legian) Phone: +62 361 751 822 www.newinbali.com/la-casa
Zappaz Piano Bar & Grill with Live Music Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 742 5534 www.newinbali.com/zappaz
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
JAPANESE RESTAURANTS
MEXICAN RESTAURANTS
Canang Bali Yakiniku House Restaurant Jl. Kartika Plaza No. 21 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 766 203 www.newinbali.com/canang-bali
TJ’s California-Mexican Bar Restaurant Gg. Poppies I (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 751 093 www.newinbali.com/tj-s
Dahana 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 Kaizan / K2 Fine Japanese Dining Jl. Laksmana No. 33 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 747 2324 www.newinbali.com/kaizan www.newinbali.com/k2 Kuni’s Jl. Laksmana No. 80 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 501 Ryoshi Fresh Sushi & Sashimi Everyday! Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 17 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 731 152 www.newinbali.com/ryoshi MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANTS Khaima Moroccan Restaurant, Lounge & Bar Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 742 3925 www.newinbali.com/khaima Pantarei Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 17-A (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 732 567 Di Mare @ KarmaKandara (Ungasan) Phone: +62 361 848 2223 www.newinbali.com/di-mare
SWISS RESTAURANTS Yut’s Place Excellent Swiss Steaks and Tasty Sausages Jl. Werkudara No. 521 (Legian) Phone: +62 81 2395 1454 www.newinbali.com/yuts-place THAI RESTAURANTS Anantara SOS Jl. Abimanyu (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 737 773 Lemongrass Experience the Taste of Fine Thai Food Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 37 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 149 www.newinbali.com/lemongrass VEGETARIAN RESTAURANTS Aromas Jl. Legian (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 751 003 Neno We Care about Your Well-being Jl. Petitenget No. 2-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 910 3003 www.newinbali.com/neno
BARS & NIGHTLIFE Bacio Jl. Double Six (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 756 666 Bahiana Salsa Bar in Bali Jl. Dyana Pura No. 4 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738 662 www.newinbali.com/bahiana
Bali Joe Gay Nightlife Destination Jl. Dhyana Pura (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 931 www.newinbali.com/bali-joe
Prana Spa at The Villas Jl. Kunti No. 118-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 840 www.newinbali.com/prana
Double Six Club Jl. Double Six (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 731 266
Vitamin Organic Jl. Drupadi No. 3-B (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 884 3222
Espresso Bar Live Music Every Night Jl. Legian No. 83 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 752 576 www.newinbali.com/espresso-bar
Well Being Therapeutic Massage & Beauty Care Jl. Laksmana No. 66-B (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 735 573 www.newinbali.com/well-being-spa
Mixwell Bar & Lounge Jl. Dyana Pura No. 6 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 736 846 www.newinbali.com/mixwell-bar Obsession Jl Dhyana Pura (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 269 Santa Fe Jl Dhyana Pura (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 731 147 Sky Garden Bar & Lounge Jl. Legian No. 61 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 755 423 www.newinbali.com/sky-garden
SALONS & SPAS
FASHION Becik Boutique Boutique and Mini Bar Jl. Dhyana Pura No. 4-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 737 816 www.newinbali.com/becik Discovery Shopping Mall Jl. Kartika Plaza (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 769 629 Paul Ropp Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 735 613 Mal Bali Galleria Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 761 945
JEWELRY
Bodyworks Relaxation - Rejuvenation - Wellness Jl. Kayu Jati No. 2 (Seminyak) Phone:+62 361 733 317 www.newinbali.com/bodyworks
Scandi Contemporary Jewelry Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 26 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 733 446 www.newinbali.com/scandi
Equilibre Jl. Laksmana No. 117-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 887 0111
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
Fabulously Feet Reflexology & Foot Massage Jl. Sunset No. 888 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 847 5764 www.newinbali.com/fabulously-feet
SURF & SWIMWEAR Nico Nico Underwear - Sleepwear - Swimwear Jl. Raya Seminyak (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 805 www.newinbali.com/nico-nico Rip Curl The Total Surfing Experience Jl. Sunset No. 89 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 705 089 www.newinbali.com/rip-curl
OTHER SHOPPING Bali Deli Jl. Kunti No. 117-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 173 8686 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 Canopy Art We are here to keep your head cool Jl By Pass Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) Phone: +62 361 725 795 www.newinbali.com/canopy-art Casa Gourmet Jl. Laksmana (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 738 026 Celepuk Bali Retail & Wholesale Online Store Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 36 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 274 2323 www.newinbali.com/celepuk Textile in Bali Balinese Textile Tour Pejeng Village, Ubud, Gianyar Phone: +62 81 337 330 944 www.newinbali.com/textile-in-bali
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DIVING Absolute Scuba Diving in Bali - 100% Professional Jl. Danau Tamblingan No. 27-C (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 282 664 www.newinbali.com/absolute-scuba Atlantis International Five Star Dive Center Jl. By Pass Ngurah No. 350 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 284 312 www.newinbali.com/atlantisinternational Blue Oasis Dive (Rip Curl) Come Dive with Us! Jl. Danau Tamblingan (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 287 749 www.newinbali.com/blue-oasis-dive Blue Season Bali 5 Star Instructor Development Resort Jl. Danau Tamblingan 69-X (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 282 574 www.newinbali.com/blue-seasonbali Crystal Divers Striving for Perfection in Diving Jl. Danau Tamblingan No. 168 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 286 737 www.newinbali.com/crystal-divers
ACCOMODATION Annora Bali Villas Villas in Seminyak Jl. Abimanyu No. 999-X (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 734 793 www.newinbali.com/annora Bali Eco Village A Green Hideout Bjr. D. Lawak Perbekel Belok/Sidan www.newinbali.com/bali-eco-village Batu Karang Escape, Relax, Enjoy Lembongan Island, Bali Phone: +62 366 24 880 www.newinbali.com/batu-karang 60
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Cicada Luxury Townhouses in Seminyak Jl. Pura Telaga Waja No. 1 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 862 0805 www.newinbali.com/cicada DeKuta Hotel Modern Boutique Hotel in Kuta Beach Gg. Poppies II No. 8 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 753 880 www.newinbali.com/dekuta-hotel 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 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 Mata Bali Bali Villa Rental & Property Maintenance Jl. Basangkasa No. 151-A (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 233 www.newinbali.com/mata-bali Villa Bugis Villa Investment Seminyak Jl. Laksmana Gg. Bugis No. 6 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 744 8592 www.newinbali.com/villa-bugis Villa Coco Affordable Private Villas Jl. Double Six, Gg. Villa Coco (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 730 736 www.newinbali.com/villa-coco Villa Sunset Terrace Apartment in Seminyak Jl. Oberoi Gg. Mertasari (Seminyak) Phone: +62 81 2366 8110 www.newinbali.com/sunset-terrace
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
BOAT TRANSFER Blue Water Express Fastboat to the Gili Islands & Lombok Jl. Raya Pelabuhan Benoa Phone: +62 361 723 479 www.newinbali.com/bluewaterexpress Mahi Mahi Fastboat in Comfort & Safety Serangan Harbor Phone: +62 361 877 6599 www.newinbali.com/mahi-mahi Indonesia Cruises Holiday Cruises & Leisure Expeditions Kuta Poleng D-7, Jl. Setiabudi (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 766 269 www.newinbali.com/indonesiacruises Scoot Fast Cruises The Easy Way to Get Away Jl. Hangtuah No. 27 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 285 522 www.newinbali.com/scoot-cruises
LEISURE & SPORTS AJ Hackett Bungy Jump Are You Hard Enough to Jump? Jl. Double Six (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 731 144 www.newinbali.com/aj-hackett Bali Adventure Tours Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Pesanggaran Phone: +62 361 721 480 www.newinbali.com/baliadventure-tours Canggu Club Sport, Recreation, Relaxation Jl. Pantai Brawa (Canggu) Phone: +62 361 844 6385 www.newinbali.com/canggu-club
Synergy Jiu-Jitsu Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts Jl. Nakula, Kawan Building 2nd Floor (Kuta) Phone: +62 856 180 8804 www.synergyjiujitsu.com
ART & GALLERIES Agung Rai Museum of Art Jl Bima Pangosekan (Ubud) Phone: +62 361 974 228 Antonio Blanco Museum Jl. Raya Campuhan (Ubud) Phone: +62 361 975 502 Museum Pasifika BTDC Area, Block P (Nusa Dua) Phone: +62 361 774 935
ARCHITECT & ORGANIZER Bali Architecture & Construction Fully Licenced Construction Company Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 6-X (Kerobokan) Phone: +62 361 735 780 www.newinbali.com/baliarchitecture-and-construction Fabulous Bali Wedding Defining Your Amazing Moment Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 112-B (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 734 766 www.newinbali.com/fabulousbaliwedding
EXPORT & CARGO 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 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 Hammock Nomad’s Land Jl. Petitenget No. 22 (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 742 1475 www.newinbali.com/hammock SKR Express Domestic Transportation Service Jl. Teuku Umar No. 80 (Denpasar) Phone: +62 361 221 186 www.newinbali.com/skr-express
EDUCATION Little Stars Bali Early Learning & Kindergarten Jl. Tirta Akasa No. 50 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 285 993 www.newinbali.com/little-stars
HOSPITALS & CLINICS ARC Clinics Look and Feel Years Younger Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No.1 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 767 543 www.newinbali.com/arc-clinics BIMC Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 100-X (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 761 263 SOS International Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 505-X (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 710 505 Penta Medica 24-Hour Medical Assitance Jl. Teuku Umar Barat No. 88 (Denpasar) Phone: +62 361 490 709 www.newinbali.com/penta-medica
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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@bali.net Chile (Honorary Consulate) Jl. Pengembak Gg. 1/3 (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 756 781 E-mail: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.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: huconbali@telkom.net
AIRLINES Mexico (Honorary Consulate) Astina Tours & Travel Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin No. 1-A (Renon) Phone: +62 361 223 266 E-mail: astina@denpasar.wasantara.net.id Netherlands (Honorary Consulate) Jl. Raya Kuta No. 127 (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 761 502 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com Royal Danish Consulate Jl. Drupadi No. 23-A (Seminyak) Phone: +62 361 821 6979 E-mail: danishconsbali@gmail.com Royal Norwegian Consulate Mimpi Resort Jimbaran Kawasan Bukit Permai (Jimbaran) Phone: +62 361 701 070 Fax: +62 361 701 073/ 074 E-mail: norwayconsbali@mimpi.com Spain (Honorary Consulate) Kompleks Istana Kuta Galeria, Blk. Vallet 2, No. 11, Jl. Patih Jelantik (Kuta) Phone: +62 361 769 286/ 287 Fax: +62 361 769 186
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
Italy (Honorary Vice Consulate) Lotus Enterprise Building Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai (Jimbaran) Phone: +62 361 701 005 E-mail: italconsbali@italconsbali.org
Sweden & Finland (Honorary Consulate) Segara Village Hotel Jl. Segara Ayu (Sanur) Phone: +62 361 282 223 Fax: +62 361 282 211 E-mail: sweconsul@yahoo.com
Police Phone: +62 361 424 436
Japan (Consulate General) Jl. Raya Puputan No. 170 (Renon) Phone: +62 361 227 628 E-mail: konjpdps@indo.net.id
United States of America (Consular Agency) Jl. Hayam Wuruk No. 188 (Denpasar) Phone: +62 361 233 605 E-mail: amcobali@indo.net.id
Blue Bird Taxi Phone: +62 361 701 111
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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 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
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.
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Nusa Dua
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.
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 Nusa Lembongan is one of Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Lembonganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s white-sand beaches and clear water are just perfect for visiting sun
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. 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.
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Light House Shipwreck Surfbreak
Nusa Penida
Mangrove
Lacerations Surfbreak Playgrounds Surfbreak
Seaweed Farms Police Station
Manta Point
Jungutbatu Village
Coconut Beach
Mushroom Beach
Toyapakeh
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Song Lambung Beach
Devil Tears
Nusa Lembongan
Ceningan Point
Underground House Dream Beach
Lembongan Village
Bias Tugel Beach
Bakung Temple
Gamat Bay
Nusa Ceningan
Ceningan Surfbreak
Crystal Bay Swallow Cave
Nusa Penida
The Gilis 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
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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 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.
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.
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Gili Air
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Manta Dive Clinic
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10 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BEING A RESPONSIBLE TOURIST 1. Be a good role model Set a good example and show people that your interactions with the environments can make a difference. 2. Do not throw anything in the toilet Non-organic wastes thrown into the toilet can cause grey water to flow into the land and sea. This will increase pollution and kill the fragile underwater eco-system. 3. Refill your water bottle Contribute to the waste management and help recycle plastic by reusing your water bottle. It will also save your money and is an easy way to be green. 4. Save water Turn the water off when you are not using it. The Gilis are small islands with very limited supply of fresh water; so please be conservative. 5. Switch off the AC, fan and lights when you leave your room Electricity comes from petrol generators on the Gili islands. Do not waste the energy as the island can barely cope already. 6. Throw rubbish in the bins provided Encourage a responsible behavior by walking a few extra steps to collect the rubbish and put it in a bin.
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7. Do not collect seashells from the sea or beach Seashells are living animals and taking them out of their natural habitat will kill them. Hermit crabs will also look for new and bigger seashells as they grow up; thus collecting seashells will leave hermit crabs homeless. 8. Do not touch or walk on the reef Corals are very fragile organisms and it takes tens of years for them to grow. Please respect their space and observe from a distance. 9. Report environmental disturbance and destruction Touching aquatic life, walking on reefs, boat anchoring and discarding plastic are not eco-appreciative behaviors. Please respect and look after the environment. 10. Get involved in local environmental activities and issues No matter how small, your contribution can have a great impact on the corner of the planet in which you live or spend holidays. There are plenty of opportunities to show your support for a clean environment, including practicing a good eco role model behavior, participating in beach cleanups, educating the local people about rubbish and plastic and supporting ecological activities.
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The story of My First ever Scuba Dive
Diving with Manta Dive
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was a bit skeptical when I first decided to try scuba diving, but I was in Gili Trawangan and the water looked beautiful – diving was certainly something to consider. Even more so because I was staying at the Manta Dive Resort, great accommodation with its own dive school. Manta Dive is the most popular dive school on the island, located smack in the middle of the main street by the harbour – a great venue for all purposes. I kept seeing divers return from their dives, smiling and happy. So, I went to Harriet, the manager, and told her that I wanted to try diving.
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The first part of my intro course was classroom-based and one-to-one, where my instructor, Ben, taught me about basic techniques and safety issues such as pressure equalization, illustrating its importance by running through the calculations based on bars and depth in meters. He did a wonderful job of tying the theory to practice by letting me calculate the sort of thing that would happen to my ear drums if I dived to 20 meters without equalizing as well as what would happen to my lungs if I surfaced from 20 meters while holding my breath (neither is a good idea).
From there we moved into the pool and, suitably kitted out, I got my first taste of breathing underwater. Apart from the exercises (mask clearing, retrieving a dropped regulator, and basic buoyancy control) I can’t describe the thrill of my first go at diving. Initially, like most first timers, my concentration was on breathing but I soon learned to trust the equipment and switch over to thinking about how my lung inflation was affecting my buoyancy and using this to make brief buoyancy corrections while adjusting the inflation of my BCD (buoyancy control device or “jacket” as Ben called it). On about the third go round I was able to swim around the deep end of the pool holding a steady 2-3 feet from the bottom and could switch over to thinking about how I was using the fins. Ben had pointed out that the aim is to use leisurely rather than frantic effort to conserve air, so I slowed down my finning speed, straightened out my legs and found myself smoothly cruising through the water and able to look around. This was the moment when it hit me that I was finally doing it - I was scuba diving, looking up at the underside of swimmers and motoring along with a level of comfort that, while I CONTINUES TO PAGE 78
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could not afford to be arrogant or lax, allowed me to feel that I was here, I was doing it and this was my space to explore. Oh yeah, it was so glorious performing everything Ben had taught me earlier during the class session that I laughed at a friend who seemed to have a bit of a problem adjusting himself with the BCD, fins and everything else underwater. Then again, when we were headed to Meno Wall, just off of the west Gili Meno, and I did my backwards roll into the water, I did suddenly feel quite anxious. All of the sudden, the idea of breathing with only my mouth for at least half an hour became disturbing – I just love breathing with my nose. Of course, excellent instructor as he is, Ben managed to calm me down. Finally, after I got my anxiety under control, we got on with what we were there for. There was a sudden intake of breath as the warm water hit my face and my head. I deflated my BCD, let the air come out of my dry suit and I held the line for dear life and started to descend. I wasn’t laughing now, but rather concentrating on what I was supposed to do “I know there is something to do. Think! What is it? Oh yeah… equalize!” And so I did, feeling my ears gently pop. We kept going down, but I couldn’t see the bottom yet as my eyes still needed to adapt to the blue. I put a little air in my BCD, which felt so nice. I could see Ben, signaling if 78
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everything was okay. We got to the bottom, acclimatized, and then we swam around. Yet, it was wonderful; I was breathing underwater! It was a different world down there. Meno Wall, one of many dive sites surrounding the Gili islands, is excellent for an inexperienced diver like me. The wall runs from 5 meters down to 16 meters and a second wall runs a little deeper. Spanish dancers, crabs ranging from small coral crabs up to the huge sponge crabs, lobsters, shrimps, turtles, baby cuttlefish and scorpion fish are amongst the many creatures that can be seen. It can be challenging to overcome your fears and anxieties, but Manta Dive is there to help you and make your underwater experience as rewarding as possible. The Manta Dive bungalow where I stayed in was just beautiful. It is based on a
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traditional rice barn, with a high roof and generous balcony where you can enjoy the sunset. The natural building materials used are finished to western standards with A/C, mini-bar, safety deposit box and luxurious bedding. The contemporary Asian fusion is completed by the elegant outdoor bathroom. Manta Dive is the only 5 Star Dive Center and Instructor Training Facility in the region with Instructors qualified to teach both PADI and SSI courses. The dive centre combines a relaxed and informal ambience with great facilities and highly skilled instructors and dive staff. There is even freediving instruction available (maybe that’s the next thing I will try). In 2008, Manta Dive also opened a dive centre on Gili Air. Thank you Manta Dive for an unforgettable experience!
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