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Transparent Kebaya A Fashion Statement? An Interview with Akiko Matsubara
Your Palms Tell Your Life
The Dancing Monsters Ogoh-ogoh Parade on Nyepi Eve
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SHORTCUTS 10
Editor's Note
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Bali Flash The latest happenings in paradise
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Typical Bali Kebaya
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Believe it or Not Food for the Unseen
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Quick Question
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In Focus Temple of Sacred Spring
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Explore Bali Bali Zoo
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Up Close Akiko Matsubara
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Feature Story The Dancing Monsters
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Heart of Bali Indonesia Surf Life Saving Association
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Getaway Pantai Pasir Putih
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Selamat Makan Biku Restaurant
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Sleepover Review Elephant Safari Park Lodge
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The Ten Top Ten Best Buys on Kuta Beach
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EDITOR'S NOTE
Silent Day, Swarming Night Now that Nyepi (Saka New Year) is only within a stone throw away, Bali is seeing a 24-hour total blackout this March 16. Streets and most of other public facilities, including Ngurah Rai Airport, will be shut down, leaving only hospitals as the ones allowed to fully operate. Yet, on the eve before this ‘apparent death’, a lively festivity known as the Ogoh-ogoh Parade will be held island-wide. Exhibiting the scariest shapes of demon characters, Ogoh-ogoh Parade shows that Bali is not only the home of the gods, but also the dwelling of evil spirits. The huge parade also acts as an annual ritual that symbolizes exorcism to get rid of evil spirits. To learn more about ogoh-ogoh, check out this issue’s Feature Story on page 26. We also visited a different dwelling on the island, an estuary where the rescued Sumatran Elephants find their home. Certainly an impeccable haven, the park’s Elephant Safari Park Lodge allows visitors to the island a close encounter with the endangered species. A night spent at the lodge will provide a unique experience, especially with the magnificent giant that will be on standby at your doorstep to give you its private services (see page 40). Our other regular columns are still here; therefore, enjoy reading! And enjoy Bali, too!
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Happy Nyepi, Bali!
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BALI FLASH
Bali Upcoming Events
Rabies Epidemic Back on the Rise! Officials report that the number of rabies infections have been growing lately. Bali’s main general hospital at Sanglah reported a daily rate of 60 dog bites, with other satellite general hospitals across the island treating an average of between 25-30 cases a day. Authorities estimate around 85 dog bites are taking place island-wide on a daily basis. Since November 2008, a total of 31,000 dog bite injuries have occurred in Bali with 28,000 people being given anti-rabies serum. The current count estimates that there have been 59 confirmed cases of rabies, of which 28 have been clinically confirmed as resulting from the disease.
March 15
"Tawur Agung Kesanga": a great sacrificial ceremony offered to the underworld spirits for not disturbing human being's settlement (at 12.00) followed by procession of ogoh ogoh (huge dolls symbolizing evil spirits) in the evening. (Puputan square, downtown of Denpasar)
March 16
"Nyepi": Saka New Year 1932, the day of absolute silence.
March 17
Bali's Shrinking Rice Bowl Rapid developments currently undertaking in Bali have resulted in continuation of diminishing land, shrinking the amount of arable land by 750 hectares every year. This alteration of land use is posing a threat to Bali's agriculture-based culture, creating a downside for the preservation of Balinese culture. In response to this matter, suggestions have been delivered to the government to engineer policies that promote agricultural businesses and that agricultural development in Bali over the coming five years must focus on food self-sufficiency based on production capability, the diversification of crops, organizations and local culture. 12 12
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"Med-Medan": an event held in conjunction with "Nyepi" that involves maidens and bachelors of the village. Initiated with prayer at the local temple, the group members then hug and kiss one another, getting thoroughly wet after being sprouted by someone. It is indeed a cheerful moment for all, held at around 3pm. (Banjar Kaja, Sesetan village south of Denpasar)
March 23
Temple anniversary celebrations at: • Pura Penataran Tangkas, Sukawati village, Gianyar regency. • Pura Dalem Lagan, Bebalang village, south of the town of Bangli. • Pura Puseh Lembeng, Ketewel village, district of Sukawati, Gianyar regency. • Pura Dalem Gandamayu, down town of Klungkung. • Pura Sanghyang Tegal, Taro Kaja village, district of Tegalalang, Gianyar regency.
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T Y P IC A L B A L I
Kebaya
It surely looks staggering, but the Balinese women’s temple dress is certainly not intended as a kick-ass fashion statement. The dress, which is called kebaya, is compulsory attire and worn as a symbolic gesture with a function to honor the Moon Goddess Ratih. As nearly with everything in Bali, dress also has a divine origin. According to the Balinese Hindu manuscripts, humans were created without clothes. Human bareness, however, attracted Kala, the son of Shiva, the destroyer, to eat them. It was then, that Goddess Ratih was sent to Earth to teach humans how to weave cloths from vegetable materials to cover their bodies. The Balinese kebaya is one of the manifestations of the story. The Balinese kebaya is richly embroidered with the island’s signature lace and shaped nicely to accentuate the feminine curves of the wearer. It is also commonly semi-transparent or even totally transparent with a different cloth to cover the torso area. After hundreds of years of regional acculturation, the garments used for kebaya have become expressions of artistry and tailoring traditions. 14
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BELIEVE IT OR NOT
Food for the Unseen Now, dear readers, let’s take a quick moment playing
humans, but also spirits (both good and evil). One
with biology. If you learnt the lesson well then you
of the most courteous ways to do this is by sharing
shrubs, animals and us, humans in a food chain. That’s
every time a dish is cooked, a little amount of the food
animals and we eat them all. Okay, so you know it all
of sharing. This practice is called mejotan, which is
that we bet you didn’t learn in your biology class.
and, most importantly, to maintain the balance in
that this is Bali, the land of mystical practices and home
unbalanced, unharmonious life. This kind of life would
to human eyes, the latter also takes part in the food
and even deaths; all is believed as the doing of the
might comprehend the simple links between the tree
what’s being eaten, including to the spirits. Therefore,
right, some animals eat plants, some animals eat other
(except beef) is spared and left on the floor as a symbol
and think this is easy. Err… wrong! Here’s something
performed to keep the spirits entertained and ‘happy’
Before we start the lesson, let us remind you again
the universe. Yep, ignoring mejotan will result in an
of many, including the unseen beings. Though invisible
be frequented by horrible occasions such as accidents
chain in Bali. Yet, the unseen beings are in the food
unhappy spirits.
there only for the sake of ‘entertainment’. Confused?
‘harmonious’ as you expected them to be, then you
chain not for the energy transfer whatsoever; they are
Now, if you’re still in Bali and things aren’t really as
Read on.
might want to try this method. If you happen to be
importance for humans to conserve the nature and
you to challenge your biology teacher with this food
Balinese Hindu philosophy emphasizes the
maintain good relationships with not only fellow
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still in school, however, we seriously don’t recommend chain theory.
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WAYAN SUPARTA LIFEGUARD
"EKA 13" PRAKASHA RO C K S H O P
I like Australians. They are friendly and have the same way of thinking as the Balinese. They are easy to talk to.
Japanese. They are innocent, fashionable and have a great sense of humor. And, above all, the are trendsetters.
DEWI M E RC U R E H OT E L
EDY O DY S S E Y S U R F S C H O O L
RADI C I RC L E K
I like the French the most. They are very romantic, fashionable and good-looking. They always wear nice brands.
Korean people are the kindest and friendliest people I know. Their culture is nice and the girls are very pretty.
Malaysians are very easy to talk to as their language is similar to ours. They have a great cartoon called Upin & Ipin, and the people are friendly and good-looking.
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I love Australians. They are really easy-going, fun and understanding. You can learn a lot from them, especially English.
Australians are my favorite because they are the biggest animal lovers I know. And they are fun and good people.
Americans are the best. They are stylish, good-looking, fun and friendly. And they love good music.
WHICH NATIONALITY DO THE BALINESE ON KUTA BEACH LIKE THE MOST?
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Temple of Sacred Spring
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s a Hindu temple, certainly, Tirtha Empul attracts the Balinese Hindus from across the island. Even so, a lot of non-Hindu visitors also come to the temple these days to receive blessings from the sacred spring sited within the temple compound. Local belief has it that the sacred spring was created by Warrior God Indra, whose army had been poisoned by the evil force of Mayadanawa. God Indra then pierced the earth to create a fountain of immortality to revive the army. For more than a thousand years now, the Balinese have come to bathe in the sacred pools of Tirtha Empul for blessing, healing and other spiritual merits. Of course, everyone is more
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than welcome to bathe (with the exception of women having their period) as long as they put on their sarong. The pools have several fountains, each channeling the holy water with different peculiarities such as getting rid of bad luck and nightmares. If you are running a business or planning to achieve something, there’s also a fountain believed to make things go smoothly. Many collect the holy water in bottles to take home. Tirtha Empul is located in the village of Tampak Siring in Gianyar (some 200 meters from Gunung Kawi). The souvenir stalls outside the temple sell a wide range of local arts and crafts.
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EXPLORE BALI
Explore the Tropical Wildlife
Bali Zoo
Do you want to hug a lion cub, share some thoughts with a bunch of chatty cockatoos, or even pet a crocodile? Whatever meets your fancy, Bali Zoo is definitely the place to be, when you feel like satisfying the nature lover in you. Ever since it was established in September 2002, Bali Zoo has delighted visitors with its amazing diversity of the natural world in all its wild and natural glory. The zoo is made up of five acres of beautifully landscaped environment where visitors can discover intriguing and unusual animals from the vast Indonesian archipelago as well as other regions in the globe such as India and Africa. The expansive park set in magnificent gardens filled with tropical plants and water
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features provides a natural environment for the animals. The landscape was designed with varieties of plants that can also be used as herbal medicine or cooking ingredients, and for the Balinese Hindu ceremonial purposes. Daily program includes feeding of the lions, crocodiles and tigers. And if it's cute and cuddly that you're after, then you should head down to the petting area and snuggle with a baby monkey. To make your bookings or learn more about Bali Zoo you can visit the Explore Bali booths in Jl. Laksmana/Oberoi (right across Mykonos restaurant - Seminyak) and Jl. Raya Seminyak (right in front of Ryoshi restaurant - Seminyak).
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UP CLOSE
The Palm Reader
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THE MAG Up Close: Akiko Matsubara
The thick spiritual aura of the quiet, unsullied village of Sidemen in Karangasem is made even more divine with the palm reader, Akiko Matsubara finding her home in the area. Curiosity led Akiko to come to this island; yet, little did she know that Bali had primed something way beyond her wildest dream: a Balinese husband. Her modest yet peaceful home welcomes everyone wishing to be foretold. This, together with Akiko’s naturally calm gestures and soft voice, will make a session of palm reading even more pleasant. We caught up with Akiko at her home in Sidemen, where cool breeze that winds its way through the surrounding hills and floats on top of the many ricefields makes a great getaway for those yearning to escape the heat of Kuta. Can you tell us a bit about your background before you came to Bali? I come from a small town called Iwase in Japan. Well, basically my life in Japan was not really that extraordinary. What brought you to Bali? I took Balinese dance lessons in Japan. During one of the classes, my teacher told me that every Balinese dance has a close correlation with the island’s everyday way of life. I got very intrigued by this and decided to just go to Bali to see it myself. And so I came to Bali for a holiday in the late 90s; that was my first time visiting the island. Anyway, one thing led to another and I’m now a mother of a beautiful son from my Balinese husband. How do you feel about living in a deep, mountainous village like this? For me this is like a dream come true. Anyway, were you born with the talent to read palms or did you learn about it? I was born with this talent. Then again, palmistry is like a science; this means I couldn’t really depend on my supernatural talent and had to read books and study hard in order for me to really master it. Anyway, I started shaping this talent pretty early. I was already able to read the palms of my parents, grandfather and those of some others in my family.
What is it about palm reading that excites you the most besides learning about future? Your palms are actually the reflection of your brain; so when you’re looking at your palms, that means you’re looking at your brain. Since your brain acts as the storage room of whatever it is you experience, see, feel whatsoever in the past, present and even future times, looking at your palms also means looking at those events. The thing is, most people don’t have the ability to translate the lines and curves on their palms, which symbolize the recorded and the not-yetrecurring events. Do you have other talents? If it is something supernatural, then I can’t really tell. What I do know for sure is that I could feel what my mother was feeling when I was still a kid. But if you’re asking about the non-supernatural talent, I am now able to weave songket (traditional brocade textile). You can visit Akiko Matsubara to have your palms read at her home in Buu Tabola Sidemen, Karangasem. Visiting times are everyday at every hour (of course, not too late at night), given that she’s home. You can also set up a meeting with her by contacting +62 81 338 9907. Consultation costs IDR 100,000 (in Bahasa Indonesia or Japanese) and IDR 150,000 (in English).
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FEATURE STORY
Ogoh-ogoh Parade on Nyepi Eve
The Dancing Monsters The ogoh-ogoh monsters will dance in firm yet scary gestures and sharply point its eyes here and there as if it’s targeting or preying on one of the spectators.
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characters as the symbol of evil, locally known s if the island hasn’t had enough as bhuta. Each banjar (smallest community parties already, the culturally rich unit) across Bali will need to make at least Bali is currently at a busy time one ogoh-ogoh that will be competing with preparing yet another festivity. And this time, monsters from other banjars. The event will it’s island-wide! The huge festivity is very be something like the Miss Universe pageant, fascinating, especially since it’ll be like the but the opposite! That’s right; brain, beauty famed Venice’s Carnivale, but only with the and behavior are certainly not the issue in members of Adam’s Family and Disney-Pixar’s this pageant. In fact, the uglier and scarier the scary, oh-so-not-cute troupes ogoh-ogoh is, the more of Monsters Inc. altogether stacking up the roads as the When pengerupukan has been chance it has to be participants. Yep, the roads performed, the ogoh-ogoh is crowned as Miss (and/ of Bali will be flooded by, no longer a skillfully-shaped, or Mister) Evil who deserves nothing but if we use the reversed term colorful, mere sculpture, but flames of inferno. No, applied at the Barbie Doll we’re not being hateful factory, anatomically incorrect its evil look has also gained an evil soul. or cynical whatsoever. creatures this March 15. The Read on. festivity is called the OgohOf course, the demon shapes of ogoh-ogoh ogoh Parade. have a purpose. Approximately an hour before Ogoh-ogoh is a term used to refer to giant the parade takes place, with the ogoh-ogoh monster dolls that take form of demon
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already lined-up on the road, each household of the Balinese Hindus in the island will make loud, disturbing sounds. People will be powerfully hitting small bamboo poles, frying pans and many others, including Aqua gallons, while circling their home compounds. This act, which is called pengerupukan, is performed to get rid of the evil spirits dwelling in people’s homes…before finally entering the ogoh-ogoh! Yep, that’s the scary part. Because when this happens, the ogoh-ogoh is no longer a skillfully-shaped, colorful, mere sculpture, but its evil look has also gained an evil soul. The fact that the ogoh-ogoh has actually been ‘enlivened’ will not affect common people with no special ‘ability’. On the other hand, watching the parade will be like a living nightmare for those with the ability to ‘see things’ – most of the time, this group of people also includes children. This is because the ogoh-ogoh will dance in firm yet scary gestures and sharply point its eyes here and there as if it’s targeting or preying on one of the spectators. You can probably imagine the horror from watching all kinds of evil marching down the road right before your eyes.
“It’s like a bad omen, you know, if the head of ogohogoh is put before the rest of the parts are completed” on with my daughter then. Because I could still clearly remember that my daughter was very okay before we headed on to the road to watch the parade,” she said, adding that she learned that her daughter might be affected by the ogohogoh after she consulted with a balian (Balinese healer) in 2009. “My daughter was gibbering “Mama, it’s staring at me” all the time. It made me really nervous, you know. So I’m just going to skip this year’s parade.” Yet, being soulful only takes a little portion from the larger evil department of ogoh-ogoh. It is believed that, when finishing the whole monstrous doll, putting and/or attaching the head should be done very, very lastly. “It’s like a bad omen, you know, if the head is put before the rest of the parts are completed,” Kadek Ariana from Banjar Glogor Carik told The Mag. “Bad things such as tragic accidents will happen if we put the head first.” 28
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Fifi, a mother of a five-year-old daughter and a resident of Griya Anyar in South Denpasar, said that her daughter suffered from severe fever after watching the ogoh-ogoh parade in 2008 and 2009. “I really had no idea what was going
The parade normally starts before sunset. And as you might’ve guessed, the roads of Bali will be seriously packed both with people waiting for the parade to start and vehicles trying to pass through. Live gamelan instrument tunes will normally break the chatterers, marking that the parade is about to start. With at least ten men carrying one giant ogoh-ogoh that sits on a square wooden/bamboo platform, it could be dangerous at times to watch the parade from a close distance – especially when the men do some maneuvers and all to spin the ogoh-ogoh. The ogoh-ogoh will be brought to the ocean and get burnt there as a symbol of exorcism, that is to get rid of the evil spirits. However, in non-coastal areas, the ogoh-ogoh is burnt at a cemetery ground. Some of the most beautifully-crafted ogohogohs will be paraded in Puputan Square, downtown of Denpasar, after sunset. If you’re planning to visit this area during that time, make sure to build in enough time as heavy traffic will definitely cause delays. Oh, don’t forget to bring along your camera! magazine.barudibali.com Feature Story: The Dancing Monsters
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"Despite the presence of the Indonesian water police, lifesaving activities are minimal to non-existent."
INDONESIA SURF LIFE SAVING ASSOCIATION The Indonesia Surf Life Saving Association (ISLSA) was founded in 1972 and became a member of World Life Saving (WLS) in 1980. Founder and president of the company, I Gde Berata, has been successfully building a large network of lifesaving posts throughout Indonesia. Increasing lifesaving activities have led to a significant drop in the number of deaths caused by drowning over the last decade. The ISLSA is proud to announce that there are now 250 lifeguards working along the coasts of Indonesia. Surprisingly enough though, 200 of these lifeguards are active in the Badung Regency in Bali, leaving only 50 lifeguards to protect people from drowning in the rest of Indonesia! Clearly, Indonesia still faces many challenges when it comes to building an efficient lifesaving infrastructure.
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At the moment, the foundation’s main concerns are the beaches of Java, Sulawesi and Kalimantan. The Malang Regency in East Java hosts the most dangerous beach of all. Ngliyep beach, where gigantic waves meet coral reef, is notorious for its casualties amounting to over 100 every year. Despite the presence of the Indonesian water police, lifesaving activities here are minimal to non-existent. Numerous petitions calling on the government to have lifeguard coverage in this area have been unsuccessful so far. The government’s responses have been slow and unsatisfactory. A lack of funding and the misconception that life aid is not a bare necessity make negotiations close to impossible. Furthermore, it is very difficult to find locals who are willing to set their fears aside and receive the rescue training. Thankfully, the Badung Regency in Bali shows a brighter picture. I Made Suparka, Chief Instructor of the Badung Surf Life Association (BSLA), informs us that -despite the fact that Qatar Swimming and Lifesaving Association (QSLA) has been trying to “snatch away” highly qualified Balinese lifesavers from their posts- a team of 200 employees and volunteers guarding 16 posts are on a daily mission to save lives.
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"Always remember to swim between the red and yellow flags ." I Made Suparka
However, there is still a lot of work to be done. Many beaches still remain unguarded despite numerous national and international pleas to the government. The most dangerous beach in the area for example, Seminyak beach, still remains unmonitored. We currently have 16 lifeguard towers in the area, but we need at least 30 in order to prevent more people from drowning.” Donation of Surfboards and ATV by Bondi Rescue
The association has very close ties with the Australian Surf Life Saving Association (SLSA), and is sponsored by Quicksilver and Coca Cola. The award-winning television series “Bondi Rescue: Bali”, which was broadcasted in 2008, has helped increase public awareness and understanding of the importance of lifesaving facilities on the island. Bondi Rescue donated 6 surfboards and one ATV to show their gratitude for BSLA’s participation in the show. “We have been able to achieve so much ensuring our patrolling lifesavers have the equipment, resources and training they need to keep the beaches safe”, Made explains. “Our team of staff and volunteers are highly committed to making the beaches of Bali safer. Besides surf lifesavers, nowadays, even surf instructors must hold a Bronze Medallion or a Surf Rescue Certificate, and pass an annual proficiency test.
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Statistics show the importance of rescue operations in the Badung Regency: In 2006, 28 casualties were reported, as opposed to only 15 in 2009. The key objective of the ISLSA and BSLA is to establish sustainable and effective school and community water safety and lifesaving programs to support drowning prevention and reduction in Bali. The message of both I Gde Berata and I Made Suparka to everyone who visits any coast of Indonesia is crystal clear: “Always remember to swim between the red and yellow flags and have an enjoyable time on our wonderful beaches!” Balawista Badung (Badung SLSC) Jalan Pantai Kuta, Kuta-Bali Tel : +62 361 755 660 Fax : +62 361 755 660 E-mail: badung_balawista@hotmail.com
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Pantai Pasir Putih Away from the old Balinese village of Tenganan near Candidasa lies one of the island’s hidden beauties called Pantai Pasir Putih (Indonesian for White Sand Beach). The beach’s honest name should be enough of a description. Anyway, given that it’s pretty secluded – thus not many come around – Pasir Putih is a perfect spot for those seeking laid-back tranquility. The absence of crowd also keeps the white-sandy beach and the clear turquoise water clean, making it comfortable for lying down to sunbathe and swimming. Besides enjoying the calm atmosphere, there is another form of entertainment on the beach: a local lady selling ice-cold drinks is normally more than willing to tell you interesting stories about the beach. During full moon, sea turtles can be spotted coming up to the shore to hatch their eggs. She and a number of friends usually help the turtles hide the eggs to prevent them
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from being stolen and consumed by, sadly, humans. If you’re lucky enough, you might spot dolphins who usually pay a visit close to the beach during the afternoon. The beach is not very easy to find and there’s only a little signboard from a small piece of decayed wood pointing the direction toward the beach; so you really need to pay attention to your right side (if you’re coming from Candidasa direction). A narrow road with houses of the villagers and rice fields on both sides will accompany your journey to the beach. The houses and farming areas will alter into a beautiful view of ravines crowded with coconut trees on at the bottom. The asphalted road ends at a temple that sits just before the dirt track heading to the beach; the track is pretty difficult challenging but is wide enough to fit one car.
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Let’s start with the ambiance: a cozy and colorful lounge area where you can sit comfortably while reading international or national magazines and newspapers , a nice and intimate garden, lovely white-washed teak wooden furniture, a stunning collection of antique pottery, tea pots, vases, china, lamps and - important to many among us nowadays- free Wi-Fi . Nice detail: all the antiques are for sale, and all the furniture can be ordered on the spot! Biku has a bookshop selling vintage books about Indonesia, handcrafted cards, second-hand (interchangeable) books, newspapers and magazines. The shop has the same opening hours as the restaurant: from 8 am–11 pm daily.
Now let’s move on to the highly underestimated yet most important meal of the day: breakfast. Besides the huge Ozzy brekkie consisting of eggs, bacon, sausages, toast, tomatoes, baked beans and juice, Biku also offers huge buttermilk pancakes. Try the raspberry topping! Regular customers also highly recommend the potato cakes with smoked salmon. There is bad news for everyone who thought that they had already found their favorite spot with the best homemade cakes: after having tasted Biku’s homemade cakes, you will never want to settle for anything less. And they are truly the best in town. About nine different cakes are freshly baked every day, with Biku’s all-time favorite King of Cakes: The moist and tasty carrot cake. Other cakes that wonderful are the chocolate cake, hummingbird cake, cupcakes, brownie’s and many more. A lot of guys think that High Tea is a chick’s thing. Well, they are missing out big-time! Biku’s High Tea is seriously a must-try for everyone. There are two different kinds: the Traditional High Tea and the Asian High Tea. The traditional version includes cupcakes, finger sandwiches,
mini spinach quiche, scones, and -not to forgetBiku teas. The Asian version is new on the menu and comes with regional delights such as samosa’s with chutney, Vietnamese spring rolls, date scones with mango jam, kue mochi, curried egg sandwiches, ayam sisit, Moroccan orange cake and, of course, Asian fine teas. The dishes are prepared with the utmost care and both High Teas only cost IDR 75,000 per person. For the ones who feel like adding a spiritual element to these delights, Biku also offers Mystical HighTea for IDR 150,000 per person. Spoil yourself with finger-licking dishes while having your future revealed through palm readings (Thursdays from 1-5 pm), lapsang souchong tea leaf readings (Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5 pm) or tarot card readings (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5 pm). On Sundays you can enjoy a nice dinner while listening to live, soothing tunes of traditional Balinese Keroncong. Speaking of dinner, which is obviously served every night, Biku offers great, 150 gram “deluxe” beef burgers. You will also find nice Indonesian dishes and steaks on the menu. See you soon at Biku!
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Go Green In Bali 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 don’t 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 part in keeping Bali clean by picking scraps of trash ignorant people have discarded carelessly and then 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 ok to refuse the plastic bags, if you’re carrying your own. You may get a strange look from the cashier, if so; just explain your trying 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 bar which you may have missed.
5. Eco-travelling
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.
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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 of the taps when we brush our teeth.
Elephant Safari Park Lodge
Magnificent Giants at Your Doorstep Nestled amidst the home of the biggest herd of rescued Sumatran elephants in the world… A place that we would love to call home.
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The Elephant Safari Park is home to 27 rescued Sumatran elephants and three young calves who were born inside the park. It’s obvious that the luxury safari style lodge was designed by its owners Nigel and Yamie Mason with a real passion for nature and -naturallyelephants. What else makes this place so special? First of all, it is the only place in the world that offers an elephant pick-up service from your lodge to whatever location within the safari park you may wish to visit. All it takes is a quick phone call to the front desk, and within ten minutes you will be stepping onto the back of a majestic Sumatran elephant from the balcony of your own lodge! The escorting elephant chauffeurs (mahouts), whose sole job is to care for “their” elephant, take all the necessary precautions to ensure that you feel at ease. And safety comes first: fastened seat belts are mandatory! Rides are available at any time for lodge guests.
The spacious Garden, Paddy and Park View rooms, 27 in total, all have an elephant theme. The rooms are decorated with elephant art -yes, indeed, the elephants have enjoyably made the paintings themselves- which is available for purchase. The nice LCD screens show a home channel featuring an amazing documentary about the owner’s challenging elephant rescue mission in Sumatra. The bed legs are modeled on the feet of an elephant. You’ll also find interesting literature about the Sumatran elephant on the teak wooden desks. There is an abundance of luxury in the rooms; each is fully air-conditioned and equipped with a daily replenished fresh fruit basket, complimentary mineral water and Wi-Fi. The stylish and spacious bathroom provides all the necessary amenities and -needless to say- hot water. The elephant ride through the tranquil forest is truly magical. It ends with a fun elephant dip in the water; a guaranteed Kodak moment! Make sure you don’t miss out on the safari ride under the stars, followed by a very entertaining and spectacular Elephant Talent Show. Another unique experience solely offered to lodge guests is feeding the elephants, including the infants. The experienced and dedicated staff will be happy to give you an “elephant” crash course at all times. magazine.barudibali.com Sleepover Review: Elephant Safari Park Lodge
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And for the brave among us who don’t mind getting a few drops of water on them the lodge provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: washing the elephants. After having interacted with your new, social Sumatran friends all day, it is time to relax. The exotic Safari Wellness Spa, which is the first safari spa in Bali, confidently welcomes you with a guarantee: you will feel re-born after a treatment here. Private spa rooms with large Jacuzzis provide spectacular views of the elephants relaxing in the park. Indulge yourself in an extensive range of top-quality body treatments: waxing, facials, pedicures and hair treatments. Adjacent to the spa you will find an airconditioned fitness room featuring state-of-theart equipment. And, believe it or not, you will be able to enjoy the same, magnificent view of the park while doing a healthy workout. As a finishing touch you can have a nice, refreshing dip in the comfortably sized swimming pool nearby. Now that you are completely reloaded, it’s time for the next, impressive event: disembark at the lodge’s Park Restaurant, which is romantically located next to the park’s giant pond, and enjoy a lavish, 4-course dinner while watching the dozing, gentle giants in the moonlight. The restaurant’s international cuisine serves delicious dishes such as gingered
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tuna carpaccio, pumpkin soup, grilled Australian beef tenderloin and chocolate molten lava cake. Waking up in the morning at the lodge by the sound of an elephant herd peacefully wandering off toward the lake for their morning bathing ritual is a real privilege. Breakfast is served at the Mammoth Head Terrace Bar & Lounge overlooking the safari park, and includes freshly baked French toast, homemade muesli and fresh fruits. The lodge offers a large number of other facilities such as a boutique gift shop, a swimming pool, a business center and…a wedding pavilion and gazebo! The largest Mammoth museum in the world resides in the park and is definitely worth a visit. Last but not least; should you be able to distance yourself from this wonderful place, the Lodge also offers a wide variety of activities including mountain cycling, white water rafting and tropical trekking. Staying at the Elephant Safari Park Lodge has been a magical and unforgettable experience that we hope to repeat very soon! Jalan Elephant Park Taro, Tegallalang Ubud – 80561 Bali Phone: +62 (0) 361 721 480 www.elephantsafariparklodge.com info@elephantsafariparklodge.com
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TEN BEST BUYS ON KUTA BEACH Sometimes it’s tough being a tourist in Bali, especially when you just want to chill on the beach and spend some cash without having to worry about being ripped-off. Bargaining can be a fun but time-consuming exercise. So, as opposed to you loosing your patience or even skipping the beach altogether, we would like to help you splurge your rupiahs in a smart yet enjoyable and stress-free way. Our Baru di Bali team went to Kuta Beach with a special task: to find the ten most charismatic and reliable sales persons offering the most reasonable price for the best quality! You might want to double-check though, how many kilograms of baggage you are entitled to bring back home before filling your beach bags.
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Seller I Nenga Kantun Location In front of Kuta Beach Food Court Best Buy - Teak wooden dragon or elephant (large): IDR 250,000 - Teak wooden Buddha: (large): IDR 175,000
Seller Nyoman Kelly Location In front of Surf Life Saving Bali Best Buy - Manicure or pedicure (including Balinese decorations): IDR 60,000 - Combination manicure and pedicure (including Balinese decorations): IDR 100,000
Seller Mama MadĂŠ Location Between Poppies II and Jalan Benesari Best Buy - Full body massage (30 minutes): IDR 30,000 - Full body massage (1 hour): IDR 50,000
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Seller Kiki Location In front of the temple near the gates Best Buy Bracelet: IDR 25,000, Necklace: IDR 40,000
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Seller Ibu Supri Location In front of Harris hotel Best Buy Nasi campur: IDR 10,000 Kopi susu: IDR 3,000
Seller Ketut Location In front of former Sahid Raya Hotel Best Buy Sarong: IDR 40,000 Towel: IDR 40,000
Seller Madé Jimmy Location In front of Hard Rock Hotel Best Buy - 6’8” board: IDR 60,000/ day - 8’6” board: IDR 100,000/ day
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Seller Joko Djordy Bar Location Between Poppies II and Jalan Benesari Best Buy - Bintang Beer IDR 15,000 (small) IDR 22,000 (large) - Soft drinks: IDR 5,000
Seller Madé Durna Location In front of Surf Life Saving Bali Best Buy - Silver ring with stone: IDR 100,000 (large), IDR 75,000 (small) - Silver ring without stone: IDR 60,000
Seller Donny Location In front of the gates Best Buy - Small kite (any): IDR 100,000 - Sailing ship (large): IDR 150,000
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Crash Course Bahasa Indonesia Apa Kabar? Baik, terima kasih Selamat pagi Selamat siang Selamat sore Selamat malam Sampai jumpa lagi Sampai nanti Nama saya... Silahkan
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 (< 3pm) Good afternoon (> 3 pm) Good evening See you later See you later My name is... Here you go
Permisi Tidak/ Ya Saya lapar Saya haus Ada bir? Saya mau Nasi Campur Dimana hotel? Kanan / Kiri Maaf
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
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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 is the main town in Karangasem Regency. It hosts some of the island's enchanting attractions such as the Tirta Gangga (the Water Palace).
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. Batubulan
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Bedugul is a village located in the mountainous area connecting northern and southern Bali.
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.
Besakih is the most important, sacred temple in Bali. Known as the Mother Temple, Besakih provides spectacular views of the natural surroundings.
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Asahduren (Clove Plantation)
Asahduren Clove Plantation is located 20km inland from Negara. It Offers the beautiful sight from the greenery of clove plantations.
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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. 13
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. 29
Bangli
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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. 12
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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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. 37
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. 34
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.
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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.
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GWK (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.
Gianyar is the regency famous for artistic and high culture. As a tourism area, Gianyar has beautiful natural sceneries such as mountains and coasts.
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.
Located on busy traffic,11km south of Singaraja, Gitgit is the most visited waterfall in Bali.
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.
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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.
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.
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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. 7
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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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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.
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The main attraction in Nusa Penida lies on the chance to see turtles, sharks, and reefs in crystal-clear visibility.
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.
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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.
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Lovina
Lovina Beach is a 12km 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.
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Padangbai is a small fishing village in East Bali. It offers the visitors with some of Bali's most beautiful white sandy beaches.
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.
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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.
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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. 3
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Sangeh Monkey Forest is located in the southwestern of Bali. The main attraction here is the monkeys inhabiting both the trees and the temple.
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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.
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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'.
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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.
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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 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 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.
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 not so apparent that you really want the thing you are looking at on a 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 and act normal. 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.
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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.
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 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.
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Taman Ujung or also known as the Ujung Water Palace was built in 1919 by the late King of Karangasem, I Gusti Bagus Jelantik, to welcome and serve important guests and Kings from other countries.
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.
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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, than you will tell your other friends to shop from him/her. 6. Know the martket prices, or, pretend you do. By saying “I’ve seen this product before much cheaper” will probably lead to a cheaper price. 7. Have fun and stay friendly. Bargaining is part of the culture and it should be a fun activity.
4. That a priest is very important, so whenever he is praying, don’t sit higher then him and don’t bother him with your flash from your camera. 5. That you should also not take flashing pictures of other people praying. 6. To wear a sarong and a ribbon when you attend a ceremony (those are often provided to you when necessary).
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Keramas No other spot has received more media attention in the past few years than Keramas. It used to only be visited by locals and secretive Sanur expats, but some (pro) surfers brought photographers, who brought International media coverage and worldwide fame. Keramas is very photogenic due to the high quality of the wave and its close proximity to the beach. Now every beginner, intermediate and professional surfer has Keramas high on the tosurf list. Andy Irons has dropped into the wave out of a helicopter and the crowd always consists of at least a dozen good surfers, hungry for waves. There is also good news as the wave does live up to its expectations; it’s a super fun and consistent wave. It offers hollow sections, steep walls and a hittable ramp, perfect for airs. This is also why the wave is so suited for competitions, the pros can show all their tricks to the spectators on the beach. Keramas is an excellent high performance right hand reef break in a land of lefts. The wave breaks better on a mid to high tide and is surfable on almost all swell sizes. Surfers have been taking on bigger and bigger waves at Keramas- which for some has lead to an amazing experience, great barrels and great footage but for others to near drownings, nasty reef cuts and broken bones (and boards). Keramas can be quite heavy when there is a big swell, it gets shallow on the inside and it can be a challenge to get out of the water when there are 6 ft waves pounding into the
beach and strong currents pulling you back into the impact zone. Also the take off can be quiet sucky, so beginners are probably better off watching the action from the warung when it’s big.
Keramas often has a different wind than other spots, it pays to dawn patrol, as the winds pick up from 7 am onwards and affect the barrels. It’s nice to get there early, have a surf and when it gets too busy (although sometimes it is already crowded at first light!) eat a jaffle (toastie) at the warung and watch the hassling and drop ins. Sometimes it pays to stick around also to watch the amazing pro-action in the water that is often on display. Definitely bring flipflops because it might be easy to get to the break early morning, walking back late morning with bare feet is not advisable as the black sand starts heating enough to fry an egg on! There are many waves around Keramas, it’s worth it to drive around or have a walk along the beach when there is swell, to discover other (uncrowded) waves. The area surrounding Keramas is littered by rice fields and beautiful temples. Not many tourists visit these areas so surfers looking for waves can catch glimpses of traditional ceremonies with no other onlookers present. This, in addition to finding uncrowded playful right handers make it well worth exploring the coastline. The waves might not be as consistent and high quality as Keramas but can break very nice on the right day.
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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 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 socalled progress. The wave is still there, a nice
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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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Kuta/Tuban/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 mixbag 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.
Legian 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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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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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. Wellstocked bars and decently priced food and drinks have turned this area into a popular nighttime destination as well.
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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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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.
The Gilis Lombok’s three sister islands of Gili Trawangan, 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 crystalclear 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; Trawangan 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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The Junction Jl. Laksmana Seminyak +62(0) 361 735 610 www.barudibali.com/the-junction
Khaima Jl. Laksmana, Seminyak +62 (0)361 7423925 www.barudibali.com/khaima Passargad Jl. Dhyana Pura, Seminyak +62 (0)81 738 857 www.barudibali.com/passargad Swiss Restaurant Yut’s Place Jl. Werkudara 521, Legian +62 (0)81 239 51454 www.barudibali.com/yuts-place Indonesian Restaurant Warung Ocha Jl. Raya Seminyak 52, Seminyak +62 (0)361 736222 www.barudibali.com/warung-ocha Mexican Restaurant TJ’s Popies Lane 1, Kuta +62 (0)361 751 093 www.barudibali.com/tj-s International Restaurant Barcode Bar & Lounge Jl. Petitenget 2001-x, Seminyak +62 (0)361 730629 www.barudibali.com/barcode Grocer & Grind Jalan Kayu Jati 3X, Petitenget Beach, Seminyak +62(0) 361 737321 www.barudibali.com/grocer-andgrind
Café Bali Jl. Laksmana, Seminyak +62(0) 361 736 484 www.barudibali.com/café-bali Rumours Jl. Laksmana 1, Seminyak +62(0) 361 738720 www.barudibali.com/rumours Coffee and Tea Room Biku Jl. Raya Petitenget 888 Petitenget +62 361 8570888 www.barudibali.com/biku Black Canyon Coffee Seminyak Square, Seminyak +62 (0)361-738029 www.barudibali.com/black-canyoncoffee Day Spa Amoaras Spa JL Laksmana 57 , Seminyak +62 (0)361 734 260 www.barudibali.com/amoaras-spa Prana Spa Jalan Kunti 118X, Seminyak +62 (0)361 730840 www.barudibali.com/prana Well Being Spa Jl. Laksmana 66 B, Seminyak +62 (0)361 735573 www.barudibali.com/well-being-spa
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Mixwell Jl. Dyana Pura 6, Seminyak +62 (0)361 736846 www.barudibali.com/mixwell
ARC Clinics Jl. Ngurah Rai No.1 , Kuta +62 (0)361 767543 www.barudibali.com/arc Clinics and Hospitals Penta Medica Jl Teuku Umar Barat no 88 Denpasar +62 (0)361 490 709 www.barudibali.com/pentamedica Diving Atlantis International Jl. By Pass Ngurah 350, Sanur +62 361 284 312 www.barudibali.com/atlantis Blue Oasis Dive (Rip Curl) @ Rip Curl School of Surf Jl. Danau Tamblingan Sanur +62 (0)361 287749 www.barudibali.com/blue-oasisdive Blue Season Bali Jl. Danau Tamblingan 69x Sanur +62 (0)361 282574 www.barudibali.com/blue-seasonbali Crystal Divers Jl. Tamblingan no. 168, Sanur +62 (0)361 286737 www.barudibali.com/blue-seasonbali
Bahiana Jl. Dyana Pura 4, Seminyak +62 (0)361 738 662 www.barudibali.com/bahiana
Hotel Bali Eco Village Bjr. Dinas Lawak Perbekel Belok/ Sidan, Kabupaten www.barudibali.com/bali-ecovillage deKuta Hotel Poppies lane 2, no.8 Kuta Beach, Kuta +62 361 753880 www.barudibali.com/dekuta-hotel Villa Batu Karang Nusa Lembongan +62 366 24880 www.barudibali.com/batu-karang Cicada Townhouses Jl. Pura Telaga Waja 1, Seminyak +62 361 862 0805 www.barudibali.com/cicada Mata Bali Jl. Basangkasa 151 A, Seminyak +62 361 730 233 www.barudibali.com/mata-bali Villa Bugis Jl. Laksmana, Gang Bugis 6 Seminyak +62 361 7448592 www.barudibali.com/villa-bugis
Villa Coco Jl. Double Six, Gg. Villa Coco, Seminyak +62 (0)361 730736 www.barudibali.com/villa-bugis Villa Uma Sapna Jl Drupadi No 20xx, Seminyak +62 (0)361 736 628 www.barudibali.com/uma-sapna Architect Bali Architecture and Construction Jalan Raya Petitenget 6X Kerobokan +62 (0)361-735 780 www.barudibali.com/bac Export Artisan Asia Jl. Braban 69, Kerobokan +62 361 744 0948 www.barudibali.com/artisan-asia Cargo SKR Express Jl. Teuku Umar 80, Denpasar +62 (0)361 221186 www.barudibali.com/skr-express Souvenir Shop Bali Soap Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Ruko Surya Indah C1, Jimbaran +62 (0)361 705089 www.barudibali.com/bali-soap Jewelry Scandi Jl. Raya Seminyak 26, Seminyak +62 (0)361 733 446 www.barudibali.com/scandi
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BlueWater Express Jl. Raya Pelabuhan Benoa +62 (0) 361 723479 www.barudibali.com/bluewaterexpress
Stamati Gallery Jl. Laksamana 46, Seminyak +62 361 736766 www.barudibali.com/stamati
Nico Nico Jl. Raya Seminyak , Seminyak +62 (0)361 730805 www.barudibali.com/nico-nico
Mahi Mahi Benoa Harbor +62 (0) 361 877 6599 www.barudibali.com/mahi- mahi
Rip Curl Jl. Sunset 89, Kuta +62 (0)361 705089 www.barudibali.com/rip-curl
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Indonesia Cruises Kuta Poleng D-7, Jl. Setiabudi Simpang Siur Kuta +62 361 766269 www.barudibali.com/indonesiacruises
Tours & Adventures AJ Hackett Bungy Jump Jalan Double Six, Seminyak +62 361 731144 www.barudibali.com/aj-hackett Bali Adventure Tours Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Pesanggaran +62 361 721480 www.barudibali.com/baliadventure-tours
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