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teamtalk Blessing May... ‘Om Swastiastu...’ Nothing feels better than when you give your best. Every time we begin to create another edition of Bali & Beyond we always think about what we can give to all of you, what are the most interesting things that we give to all of our beloved readers? Every month, every day, and every minute our brains never stop thinking about creating things, and our eyes and ears are wide open, listening and seeing what’s happening. And it’s not just because it’s our job and part of our work, we just love doing it and love inspiring you so that you can have a lovely holiday in Bali. And with all our hard work, recently we’ve been recognized as one of the Best Media Partner by the Santika Group, and by receiving this award we’re even more inspired to give more and better to all of you. In this May edition we bring you stories about things like children born in Tumpek Wayang, a Balinese Holy Day for the blessing of art forms and artistic things including wayang (puppets), traditional food and spa treatments, inspirational Instagram communities artwork, cycling and hiking in Bali, and also a piece about young Jakartan fashion designers. We also take you up north out of Bali to visit the beautiful highland area of Tomohon in Sulawesi. We hope you enjoy reading our magazine, and if you have an opinion or suggestions regarding our magazine, you’re more than welcome to send us an email at editor@baliandbeyond.co.id. Have a fantastic holiday! ‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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Ni Luh Dian Purniawati was part of the B&B editorial team. Although she is no longer working as a journalist, she still continues her hobby, writing for several publications including our beloved magazine.

Gustra is one of the most respected photographers in Bali who always feeds us with epic pictures every month. He also runs a succesful photography business.

Aditya Agung is a Bali based photographer focusing on portrait, fashion, and music photography. Now he’s ready to take the challenge to focus on photography products. www.wix.com/agungaditya24/bali

Lash is an expat American nomadic world traveler who’s been exploring Asia solo since 1998. An avid outdoor enthusiast, she’s generally bicycling, hiking, mountain climbing, scuba diving and snorkeling. www.lashworldtour.com

Diaz is a creative director with a fashion background. He is now busy hopping into Jakarta and Bali every month to get involved in many creative projects. www.whoisdiaz.com

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contents 05.12 THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF... THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS

May 2012 Volume 13 No. 144

PONDERINGPOINT STORY OF AN APP

What is so cool about Instagram that everyone is talking about? How does it relate to our beloved island? Find the answer on this page.

CRAFTCULTURE

+ 20 PRIMEPROMOTION Hot deals and promotions of the month that shouldn’t be missed.

THE DAY OF TUMPAK WAYANG

Every Balinese baby born on the day of Tumpek Wayang requires a special ritual to save them them from a deity. But what is the story behind this ritual?

22 NEW&NEWS This month’s select news updates from the island’s tourism industry and what’s new around the island.

LIFESTYLELEISURE

70 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism industry and what’s new beyond Bali.

This month we take you to meet Bali's most legendary profile the in furniture industry.

74 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events.

LUXURY TOUCH OF NATURE

78 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month.

INVITEINDULGE ROYALTY RITUAL

Thinking to have a sweet escape in the heart of Legian? Perhaps you should take a peek at this article.

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44 FOTOFOLIO

INSTAGRAM IMAGERY This month's Foto Folio showcases some Instagram users photos displayed on the app’s most famous communities, #ibalinesia and #iphonesia.

82 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specific tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the island’s main destinations. 85 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS Listings and product descriptions from various clientele. 86 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses.

FIRST ROW PHOTO COURTESY OF DALA SPA, SECOND ROW PHOTO BY HERDI HERYADI THIRD ROW PHOTO COURTESY OF KAYUMANIS JIMBARAN

Cover Instagram Imagery Photos from left to right Lingga Nuarie (1,13) Herdi Heryadi (2,4,5,6,7,8,15,16,17,18) Wenny Christian (3); Erri Gandjar (9) Hendri Robinson (10,12,14) Rabindra (11)

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64 CAPITALCORNER

STYLES LIKE TEEN SPIRIT Navigating South East Asia’s style Mecca, there is no way to exclude Jakarta. With progressive young fashion designers who are not afraid to make their own statements with fabrics and break the rules, the city offers surprising styles, fresh yet unique.

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52 ACTIONATTRACTION ON RURAL ROUTES There are two great eco-friendly outdoor activities to enjoy amidst the island’s astounding natural environment, hiking and bicycling. Read this article if it sounds like you.

58 BEYONDBALI A HIGHLAND OF PILGRIMAGE This time we will take you to Tomohon, a highland area in North Sulawesi that offers many interesting destinations worth visiting

PHOTOS COURTESY OF NO’OM, NO’MI (TOP) AND HARY SUBASTIAN (BOTTOM)

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EPICUREAN EVENING The Four Seasons Resorts Bali will present two exclusive dining occasions, the first on Thursday May 17 at the Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay and the second on Saturday May 19 at the Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan, presenting the wines of Pio Cesare, the most prestigious wine estate in the Italian province of Piedmont. Both dinners will start with a cocktail reception continued with an exquisite degustation menu prepared by Chef Samuele Baudoino at Four Season Jimbaran and Executive Chef of Four Season at Sayan, Denny Frederick. This epicurean evening will be paired with Pio Cesare wines at Rp. 950,000 ++ per person at the Four Season Bali Resort at Jimbaran Bay and Rp. 850,000 ++ per person at the Four Season Bali Resort at Sayan. For reservations call Cynthia Sitompul at (0361) 701-010 ext. 8404 (Jimbaran), and Ratna Puriningsih at (0361) 977-577 Ext 8003 (Sayan).

WILL YOU MARRY ME? Thinking of a way to impress your loved one with an unforgettable marriage proposal? How about a romantic dinner on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean? Order a table under the gazebo, surrounded by rose petals, get down on bended knee with a ring in one hand and a bouquet of roses in the other. If this is the kind of proposal you have in mind, then Tirtha Dining is the place to go. For only Rp. 2,000,000++ you can get all the above with a 5 course French Dinner for two and a bouquet of fresh red roses. Let the moon and stars be the witness to the start of the rest of your lives together. Tirtha Dining, Jalan Uluwatu Br. Dinas Karang Boma, Desa Pecatu, 0361 – 8471151 www.tirthadining.com, Email reservation.dep@tirtha.com for reservation

LIME’S BEST OFFERS Enjoy all day meal’s at the best deals at the Lime Restaurant and Bar at Favehotel Seminyak, starting with their breakfast promo for only Rp. 75,000 net, where you can get variety of buffet selections to start your day. For lunch or dinner, try the steak promo ‘Hot from Charcoal’ for only Rp. 138,000. Don’t miss the live performance by Ael Series every Saturday at 8 p.m. Favehotel Seminyak, Jl. Abimanyu (Dhyana Pura) No. 9A, Seminyak (0361) 739-000 www.seminyak.favehotels.com 20

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THROUGH THE WINE OF MAYNE Kayuputi Restaurant once again will host an unforgettable wine dining experience with the Chateau Grand Mayne Wine Dinner on May 21. On this special occasion they will present a sumptuous degustation menu prepared by Chef de Cuisine Agung Gede, accompanied by premium wines from Chateaux Grand Mayne, carefully selected by Chief Sommelier Harald Wiesmann, for Rp. 1,400,000. Kayuputi Restaurant at St. Regis Bali Resort, Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua Lot S6, Nusa Dua, (0361) 300-6112

STEAMBOAT SENSATION Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the Golden Lotus Chinese Steamboat promotion where you can enjoy a variety of meats, seafood and vegetables in a rich aromatic Tom Yam or Chicken Stock soup served at the table with delicious fresh accompaniments. Choose your favorite selection of Seafood Steamboat or Meat Steamboat, to be enjoyed with a bowl of rice. This promo is available from May until July for only Rp. 150,000 net/person (minimum 2 people). Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant at Bali Dynasty Resort, Jalan Kartika, Tuban (0361) 752-403, www.balidynasty.com BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012

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BON APPETIT! If you’re into French cuisine, swing into the casual and relaxed setting of The French Kitchen. This month they offer a 7-course degustation set menu for only Rp. 250,000, which consists of Foie Gras Mousse, Oven Baked Escargot, Shredded Duck Salad, Crispy Honey Glazed Quail and the perfect closing of Fleur De Sel Caramel Ice Cream, as well as Profiteroles with Vanilla Ice Cream. Enjoy other menu choices of Beef Tenderloin or Rib Eye Steak at an additional fare. The French Kitchen, Jln. Raya Petitenget 2X, Kerobokan www.frenchkitchenbali.com, 083-119-830-70

2 SUNSETS ON THE ROAD Aston International recently opened its second 100 Sunset Hotel in Bali, sitting right beside its established ‘sibling’ 100 Sunset Boutique Hotel and located on the most strategic location of Sunset Road, very easy to access from several tourist destinations in Bali and only 10 minutes driving from the Ngurah Rai International Airport. This hotel features 100 guest rooms, a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, gym and several meeting rooms with extensive modern facilities. 100 Sunset 2, Jalan Sunset Road, Kuta, (0361) 758-699 22

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BEACH GETAWAY Kayumanis Jimbaran’s guests may now enjoy two exclusive beach facilities for a day of sun, sea and sand, gaining full access to Kayumanis Jimbaran’s private beach facility at Balangan Bay. This beach facility is located only 30 minutes away from the property offering a perfect spot to relax with its golden sands, private gazebos, gentle surf and hypnotic evening sunsets, while enjoying spa treatments or having a delightful picnic by the beach. Kayumanis Jimbaran Private Estate and Spa, Jalan Yoga Perkanthi, Jimbaran, (0361) 705-777 www.kayumanis.com

KITCHEN’S THREE MUSKETEERS Nikko Bali Resort and Spa announces its “Three Musketeers”, ready to deliver their expertise and finesse to the resort’s tables. The team is led by F&B Director Graeme Ritchie, who previously served as the Executive Chef. Joining Ritchie is Erick Hardiansyah, who is responsible for the exciting beverage options and young talent Attila Kormoczi, who has been appointed the new Executive Chef. This new team will create a new ‘culinary dynasty’ for the resort and give a different level of experience for food jaunting. Nikko Bali Resort and Spa, Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan Nusa Dua, (0361) 773-377, www.nikkobali.com

GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY Samatha Villas started the first day of their villa project construction on April 11 attended by the owner Mr. Ketut Suwitra, the Director of PT. Semadi Kwazay Indo Land Development Mr. Gede Semadi Putra, and Bali Villa Properties (BVP) presented by Mr. Ketut Sumerta and Mr. Ketut Kanten. Samatha Villas will boast 18 villa units including one bedroom, two bedroom and three bedroom variations located in the stunning area of Nusa Dua. This project is targeted for completion by April 2013. www.balivillaproperties.com 24

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SUNSET’S NEW HAVEN Tauzia Hotel Management announces the opening of the Harris Hotel & Residences Sunset Road, the 11th Harris Hotel in operation, which opened its doors on December 25, 2011. It’s strategically located only on a stones throw from the crossroads of Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur and Denpasar on the famous Sunset Road. Featuring over 186 rooms and suites, this hotel also offers 5 meeting rooms and multifunction rooms that are available for from 20 – 500 people. HARRIS Hotel & Residences Jalan Pura Mertasari, Sunset Road (0361) 894-7001, www.harrishotels.com

NEW CHEF InterContinental Bali Resort announced the recent appointment of Mr. Christian Knerr as their Executive Chef. Born and educated in Germany, Chef Christian is no stranger to the InterContinental brand and has enjoyed culinary success since 2004 in several properties in Dubai. “Chef Christian is set to revitalize the Resort’s culinary services and cater to the needs of our discerning travelers. He is already planning some amazing epicurean experiences for this year, involving guest Chefs and Master cooking classes,” said Tom Meyer, General Manager of InterContinental Bali Resort. InterContinental Bali Resort Jl. Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran, (0361) 701-888 www.bali.intercontinental.com 26

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ERRATA! Correcting Contact Details of Tauzia Bali Sales Office on New & News article April Edition. The right details should be Jl. Raya Kuta 62A, Kuta (0361) 761-057 sales-bali@tauzia.com

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TUMPEK WAYANG

Balinese believe that every baby born on the day of Tumpek Wayang requires a special ritual to save them them from a deity. But what is the story behind this ritual actually?

hen my unborn baby reached nine months old, we were busy at guessing at when it would arrive. As any Balinese would do for estimating the ‘good day’ and its effects on the newborn, we opened up the Balinese

calendar just for kicks.

As I looked at the day that became the estimate of the date of

his birth, it was with joy as it was already near. Yet it was different for my mother. She seemed so nervous and apprehensive for it was on Saturday of the Balinese week, or wuku Wayang. A ‘Saniscara Kliwon Wuku Wayang’ day to the Balinese is celebrated as Tumpek Wayang. This month it will fall on the 26th.

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PHOTOS BY GUSTRA (T0P), DONNY CAHYADI (RIGHT PAGE)

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Bhatara Kala in Hindu terminology is depicted as a deity with the build of a ferocious giant that can crush everything in front of him without mercy.

A puppeteer performing wayang

It is a holy day that is meant for the blessings of art forms and artistic items including traditional shadow puppets called wayang. “Hopefully this child won’t be born on the Tumpek Wayang because it is not a good day for births,” uttered my mother. This is not without reason, for among the Balinese there is a belief that from being born on this day you would be constantly pestered by Bhatara Kala, a malevolent deity, and die at a young age. This is even written down in literature that has become life manuals among the Balinese. The God Shiva and his consort, Dewi or the Goddess Uma, were on a journey together. Accidentally the goddess’ garment lifted and Shiva became aroused, which resulted in a drop of

Bhatara Kala

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The Sapuh Leger ritual for children born on Tumpek Wayang Holy Day.

Unfortunately his own younger brother Bhatara Kumara was

was no ordinary semen. He summoned a mantra so that the

born on a Tumpek Wayang. So it was his brother who he had to

semen would not go to waste and could be brought to life.

chase down for his next meal. The God Shiva tried to help so that

This resulted in the birth of a huge being with a horrendous

Bhatara Kumara could not be caught. Thus as evening fell Bhatara

face, like that of a raksasa or giant. Not only was his build like

Kala still could not catch his brother. Exhausted and starved he

that of a giant, so were his antics. He ate plants, fish, animals

sighted an offering nearby so he ate it all up.

and even humans. The God Vishnu then told him of his origins and suggested

Apparently the offering was meant to be offered by a puppeteer or a dalang before his wayang performance. He was set aback

that the giant go to meet Shiva, its father. The giantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presence

and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t welcome such behavior, so he asked Bhatara Kala to

was shocking, both his physique and behavior. As a descendent

throw up the offering. After some negotiation a deal was decided

of a god, this giant was named Bhatara Kala, so his fangs had to

between them. Bhatara Kala did not have to throw up the offering

be cut and he was then restrained from eating indiscriminately.

as long as he stopped pursuing children born on Tumpek Wayang.

Thus he was only allowed to eat humans who were born on

That is why children born on this specific day require a Sapuh

Tumpek Wayang.

Leger ritual to be done for them.

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PHOTOS BY DONNY CAHYADI

The God Vishnu, the Lord of Water, soon identified that this

Bhatara Kala did indeed vow not to devour children born on Tumpek Wayang, but we must remember about his nature. He was born as a keeper of time, to remind all that time is so precious. This ritual is a purification observance or act of redemption. Preparations for the ritual can be quite a challenge; therefore births on Tumpek Wayang are to be avoided, as the hungry Bhatara Kala would pursue the child before the ritual was concluded. But believe it or not, Bhatara Kala always lurks around the corner. He follows each and everyone even though they are not born on Tumpek Wayang. He follows every movement of each living being from their birth to their death. Essentially he is not just a myth but a reality. Bhatara Kala in Hindu terminology is depicted as a deity with the build of a ferocious giant that can crush everything in front of him without mercy. Kala comes from the Sanskrit word that has become part of the Indonesian vocabulary meaning ‘time’. Time does not compromise. Everyone only has 24 hours in each day. These days cannot be repeated and humans can never be able to create a time machine to travel back to the past. This reminds us to always appreciate time. Bhatara Kala did indeed vow not to devour children born on Tumpek Wayang, but we must remember about his nature. He was born as a keeper of time, to remind all that time is so precious. Don’t let time be wasted because times past cannot be relived. Thus the western saying of, “time is money.” When Tumpek Wayang passed by and my water did not break, it was as though the whole family sighed with relief. At least they did not need to think about the preparations for such an elaborate ritual as the Sapuh Leger and not to worry that the child would be pursued by Bhatara Kala. I was happy to see that they were all happy although knowing that there was nothing to be pursued but time. ■ Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012

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Not only serving the tourist population, Bali Island is also known to have talented artists including craftsmen and sculptors.

hen you take a walk in Seminyak or Ubud you can see many unique

artwork and handicraft stores, as well as furniture stores that offer distinctive designs both modern and traditional, making them look different from furniture designs from any other city or country.

A set from the Penida Collection

Bali is the hub for introducing artwork

the furniture industry. He is known for

Indonesia, and apart from that this island

his cutting edge designs in furniture and

is also known to have talented artists

accessories, typified by an innovative

including craftsmen and sculptors. Not

fusion of natural materials, and his

only serving the tourist population, this

products are mostly found in prestigious

island is also known as a place to source

hotels, spas, resorts, yachts and homes

and buy things to be exported overseas,

of people who have a passion for the

for private usage or even for commercial

beautiful and the unique.

purposes. Many international brands Madura Cabinet and Mirror

Carlo Pessina. Carlo is not a stranger in

and crafts from many different areas in

Visiting Carloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s showroom in Sanur

have their production within Indonesia,

we could immediately see the love of the

as well as in Bali, including our guest

owner of this brand for Indonesia. Carlo BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012

The company has their own research team for the procurement of local materials obtained from all over Indonesia. The goal is to use local materials in a very luxurious way.

perfect balance of art and function. He pioneered the use of coconut shell as a unique finishing for his designs, and has since gone on to incorporate a variety of other distinctive natural materials such as mother-of-pearl, sea penshell, bark from trees, bamboo, rattan and terrazzo. The materials are obtained from all over Indonesia, as the company has their own

Indonesian island names. “They are both

research team for the procurement of these

unique and beautiful,” he said. Coming all

materials. Their goal is to use local materials

the way from Italy 30 years ago, he got

in a very luxurious way. They also use the

inspired by this country so he decided

principle of recycling and reuse, such as

to stay in Bali and make the brand go

the use of coconut shell that had never

international. This year he is celebrating its

occurred to people before and just thrown

25th anniversary.

away, or residual wood shaving waste.

in ways never before envisaged. He has

The materials are then sent to their factory in Tabanan. A significant part of this success lies

keen eyes looking around and searching

in Carlo’s uncompromising dedication

for alternative ways to use materials that

to quality and durability. Throughout

names his collections using Indonesian

nobody has used yet in that way. He

the manufacturing process, whether for

island names such as Alor, Lombok,

has been a constant pioneer in the use

the completion of a standard item or

Tidore, Aru, Natuna, Nias, Ternate, and

of natural sustainable materials, pushing

a customized piece, his highly skilled

others. These names are also used

the limits of creativity and innovation in

artisans excel, using a set of strict quality

worldwide, as they distribute the products

ways never conceived before. Carlo has

control guidelines. Only materials of

to many countries. Carlo loved these

been described as a ‘visionary’ and his

the highest standards are selected, not

names and so he made the decision

designs are ‘strikingly original’ and ‘daring’.

only for the visible surfaces but also

many years ago to name his collection by

Innovative yet versatile, his work is the

for the unseen components such as

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF CARLO

Carlo is famous for his innovative fusion of natural and exotic tropical materials

the substrates, adhesives, fittings and

as one of their patterns block, which has

from Bali, Carlo’s creations are East Meets

fastenings. Each piece is individually crafted

not been realized into furniture yet.

West. About his work, Carlo admitted

and hand-finished by highly experienced

“Indonesia has so many different

he prefers to explore a contemporary

and dedicated artisans, making each of his

and beautiful patterns that become good

approach for his designs. Nevertheless,

creations both precious and strong.

inspiration to explore the local patterns.

he thinks that from the decorative point

I think the important thing is to find a way

of view traditional furniture can coexist

designs, materials and finishes, Carlo

to use them in an innovative way. And

well with edgy designs.

encourages designers and architects

I am actually working on it!” said Carlo,

to bring creative ideas to reality and

when we asked him whether he’s going to

25 years of work; he just keeps doing

manufacture exclusive with exceptional

use more Indonesian ethnic patterns for

what he has been doing. But again for

solutions for a wide range of furnishing

his future creations.

Carlo, there is one thing that he would like

Actively collaborating to create new

needs within the hospitality industry. During our visit, we saw something

Anna Gutierrez, who heads up design

Nothing much has changed after

to accomplish every time he creates a new

and marketing department as well as is

product; the final result of products that

that immediately grabbed our attention,

Carlo’s wife, said that they not only sell

are timeless and iconic. Something that

a chest of drawers and low credenza

finished products but are ready to help

comes from nature, but finished with

using a batik pattern, part of the Penida

with customized designs that customers

a touch of something luxurious.

collection. For Indonesians, this is

want. They are ready to discuss and

Text by Devishanty

something remarkable knowing that there

brainstorm together to meet their

is an Italian designer using part of our

customer’s satisfaction.

culture in one of his works. Not only batik, we also caught a glimpse of an ikat motif

With his Italian background, but inspired a lot from Indonesia particularly

Carlo Innovative Furnishing Jl. Danau Poso 22, Sanur (0361) 285-211, www.carloshowroom.com

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PHOTO COURTESY OF DALA SPA

Delve D l into i the h majestic j i history hi off b h di i i h d a bygone era where distinguished guests were received with great reverence.

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midst the hustle and bustle on iconic Legian Street, there’s a haven that is secretly hidden. Villa de Daun is a stylish

property that prides itself on offering a unique villa living experience by delivering gracious hospitality and excellent service. With 12 luxury villas, each set within a Balinese styled private garden compound complete with a private swimming pool and outdoor leisure area, no wonder this place is called ‘Kuta’s Little Secret’. As part of the villa complex, this winner

Ritual is 2.5 hour journey of refined

of the SpaAsia Crystal Awards 2008 for

indulgence, as this treatment delves into

Best Boutique Hotel Spa has a choice of

the majestic history of a bygone era where

7 treatments rooms, each one named after

distinguished guests were received with

an exotic flower and taking on a different

great reverence. The mood is set with

interior theme, colour and ambience.

an arrangement of uplifting music that

By setting the mood through the use

transports the mind back in time. A classic

is one traditional massage technique from

of lighting and essential oils, the DaLa

foot cleansing ceremony is performed with

Indonesia which gives deep pressure.

Spa prepares clients for a personalized

a gentle soak in water infused with betel

Next is a replenishing Asam Payo Body

experience that evokes the senses. In

leaves and lime slices as a warm gesture

Scrub made from rosella with grated

addition, it caters exclusively to the beauty

of welcome. A delicate coat of limestone is

candlenut and fresh coconut milk. This

and relaxation needs of couples, especially

applied to the nails in a manner reserved

natural concoction reduces cholesterol and

honeymooners celebrating the spirit of love

for a privileged few. This ceremony called

wrinkles and leaves the skin with a radiant

as they prepare to embark together on

the Tepak Manggis Foot Ritual, adopted

glow. It is followed by a vitamin enriched

their journey through life.

from the Tepak Sirih ceremony, a Melayu

tomato and basil body polish to nourish

ritual usually done before weddings.

the skin for an even tone and texture. The

Once entering the spa building, the overall look exudes vintage appeal

The experience continues with a

and is resplendent of a 1920’s French

Yoni & Lingga Reiki Ritual using bronze

boudoir. The whole theme is classic and

singing bowls, an ancient Buddhist ritual to

emanates from the interior, wallpaper and

rebalance the alignment of energy between

OTHER TREATMENTS

photo frames. The treatment rooms are

the chakras. Bronze singing bowls are

The DaLa Spa has created several

adorned with rich fabrics, mood enhancing

charged to sound in harmony as they are

signature treatments that are truly unique

chandelier lighting and oil burners emitting

slowly resonated over the whole body to

experiences. The Royal Wedding Ritual

heavenly fragrances. The DaLa Spa is a

induce deep relaxation. The sound makes

recreates the timeless beauty ritual that

lavish sanctuary that has been created to

it feel like an opening ritual, performed

was once the privilege of palace brides

anticipate the healing and beauty needs

before we finally surrender our body into

in Central Java, with the highlight the

of everyone. Even before you start your

the therapist’s hands.

Javanese lulur exfoliation. There is also

treatment, as soon as you enter your

A classic massage using a heady

splendor of this ritual ends with a lavish soak in a lemongrass and tuberose bath.

a traditional Balinese massage using

treatment room you will find yourself out

blend of virgin coconut milk, cinnamon,

traditional techniques of firm finger and

from the real world and entering a palace

clove and coriander essential oil is then

palm pressure as well as long stimulating

where your therapist is ready to pamper

performed. This invigorating treatment

strokes. Its most recent treatment is the

you, as queen for a day.

combines traditional finger, palm and

Cendana Healing Massage that highlights

elbow pressure techniques to address

the therapeutic benefits of sandalwood. ■

THE PALACE RITUAL

fatigue and stimulate blood circulation.

This treatment was inspired by the

This ritual is called Urut Nusantara,

DaLa Spa at Villa de Daun

gracious traditions of the ancient Sriwijaya

celebrating the timeless healing traditions

Jalan Raya Legian Kuta

Kingdom in South Sumatra. The Palace

of the Indonesian archipelago. ‘Urut’ itself

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INVITE&INDULGE

Cultural

PHOTOS COURTESY OF BALE UDANG

Culinary

Gurame Bumbu Cobek 38

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Udang Bakar Madu (Honey Grilled Prawn)

amous for its diversity

bamboo huts with thatched roofs and a

vegetable salad such as bean sprouts,

that spreads across the

large fishpond beneath the huts, along

cabbage, chickpea, dressing in peanut

thousands of islands

with the accompanying traditional music

sauce). Not only serving fish, they also

in its archipelago,

can make you feel like you are entering

serve crab, squid and shrimp; all fresh

Indonesia is rich in

another area of Indonesia. Bale Udang

every day from the Jimbaran fish market.

cultural heritage from

Mang Engking is the right place to have

Don’t forget to ask for lalapan (raw

many different ethnicities and regions.

a ‘quick escape’ into the traditional world

vegetables like lettuce and cucumber)

This is shown in many things: fabrics,

without traveling very far away from the

and sambal terasi (chili mixed with shrimp

houses, religious festivals and even food.

heart of the town.

paste) if you want to challenge yourself

Yes, nothing can beat Indonesian foods

This restaurant has two areas

that originate from all across the country.

available: one with regular seating in a

Bali & Beyond now takes you along

with higher level of spicy hotness. For many years the Mang Engking

semi open-air room, and the other in the

restaurant has been renowned for its

as we sample traditional cuisine from

huts above the fishpond. There are three

Sundanese dishes, but after merging

three regions, West Java, Central Java

large huts that can accommodate up to

with Bale Udang they have focused more

and Sulawesi, without ever leaving the

20 people, and nine medium huts that can

on shrimp dishes as their signature,

island of Bali. Each region has its own

accommodate up to 9 people suitable if

though they still preserve their Sundanese

characteristics when it comes to food,

you come with family or colleagues. But

tradition. And that is perceivable because

and by trying it you’ll understand by what

to get the seating in these huts is quite

their mainstay, the honey grilled shrimp is

we mean about the diversity. It’s always

difficult, as this place is always packed

indeed very tasty. If you come with your

fun to have a palate jaunt, and like many

especially in the evening. Advance

family and friends, you can try the ‘Hurang

other have people said, you will never really

reservations are recommended to avoid

Ageung’ that contains a variety of their

travel until you try the local food.

the queue of people waiting. This place

signature prawn dishes in a large bowl.

Bale Udang Mang Engking

is in high demand! The food itself is quite savory. Don’t

Warung Sulawesi

miss the traditional Sundanese foods:

Slightly hidden on Jalan Petitenget across

You can instantly feel the West Java

gurame bumbu cobek (carp fish with chili

the street from Warung Eropa, this place

village atmosphere once you enter this

and other spices), stir-fried kangkung

serves cuisine from cities on Sulawesi

restaurant. Distinctive interior design of

(water spinach), and karedok (raw

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Pallumara, (fish curry) ala Warung Sulawesi

tumpang, which is mixture of chilli and stale soybean), Pecel (fresh vegetables such as spinach, bean sprout, dressing in peanut sauce), Gado-Gado (another fresh vegetables mix in peanut sauce similar to pecel, but this one uses many other ingredients like egg, baked potato, corn, tomato, sprinkled with fried onions), Selat (beef in vegetable soup), Asem-asem ceker (chicken feet with tamarind soup), and ketan bubuk (sticky rice with coconut milk). There are also refreshing delicacies such as wedang ronde (hot drink made from glutinous rice flour, ginger, lemon grass This small restaurant offers a homey

order Es Pisang Ijo (Green Banana Ice)

atmosphere in an open garden, much like

or Pallu Butung Ice as dessert. Both are

made from turmeric) and bubur lemu (a

your own backyard with shade trees and

made from bananas covered with flour,

kind of porridge, made from rice flour and

gentle breezes. If you opt for more privacy,

coconut milk, pandan paste and sweet

pandan paste, smeared with coconut milk

there are more private rooms inside that

syrup. So refreshing!

and brown sugar). The place opens in the

room at home. Almost all the food is rich with

Danukusuman

morning, but it starts to really get packed in the evening when they extend the place

Gudeg (made from young jackfruit curry,

into the yard and bring out additional chairs

distinctive spices. Try Woku Basa fish,

with coconut milk and palm sugar) is

with tents set up outside. ■

Pallumara fish, Rica-Rica squid (squid with

widely known as a traditional food from

spices), or Rica-Rica chicken. You can

Yogyakarta, but not this one. Renowned

choose brown rice, yellow rice or white

for its gudeg, this place actually serves

BALE UDANG MANG ENGKING

rice, and don’t forget to ask for the famous

traditional food from Solo. The difference

Jl. Nakula 88, (0361) 882-2000

Sambal Dabu-Dabu (typical Sulawesi

between Solo and Yogyakarta gudeg is

sambal, mix of red pepper, tomato, onion

the taste. The Solo variety usually tastes

WARUNG SULAWESI

and olive oil), or their own creation of a

less sweet, as they use different kind of

Jalan Petitenget, (0361) 746-3052

traditional sambal of Sulawesi (mix of

jackfruit and palm sugar. But here they

red and green chilies). Although the food

don’t only serve gudeg, they also offer

DANUKUSUMAN

is quite spicy and hot, there are many

other traditional foods such as liwet rice

Jl. Imam Bonjol 57b

foreigners that come to this place. This

(savory rice cooked with coconut, served

Pertokoan Alfa Beta Blok A12

proves that the food is quite ‘friendly’ when

with squash and shredded chicken),

081-647-18848

it comes to hot and spicy. Don’t forget to

nasi tumpang (rice served with sambal

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PHOTOS BY AGUNG ADITYA

make you feel like you’re in your own living

and peanut), beras kencur (medicine drink

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PONDERINGPOINT

why Mark decided to buy it. What makes it’s so special is that they also can socialize by sharing the pictures on their networks and other social networking sites, also joining in many communities in Instagram. They can like, comment, and see where the picture was taken, and even flag it when the picture uploaded is not appropriate. Instagram has also become a phenomenon in Indonesia. The people love mobile devices as well as socializing, so this application is easily accepted by the people. In Indonesia there are several

STORY OF AN APP

Instagram communities that have active members posting thousands of pictures every day. They communicate and create closer relationships with each of the members.

One of the biggest communities in ast month the world was

What is so cool about Instagram that

Indonesia is #iphonesia, consisting of

surprised with the news

everybody is talking about it (and had Mark

(i)Device (Pho)tographer Indo(nesia),

that Facebook was

deciding to buy it)? With the rapid growth

that was introduced on January 12,

acquiring Instagram,

of users joining everyday, this application

2011 by Gunawan HP, Aries Lukman,

the free photo sharing

is changing the way people share about

Kezia Susanto and Riswan Christianto.

program that allows

everything in their daily life. They can create

Its members are very active in hosting

users to take a photo, apply a digital filter

photos and enchance them with 17 filters

gatherings and exhibitions to show

to it, and then share it on a variety of social

for dramatic effect without having to learn

the artwork of the users. In Bali itself,

networking services including Instagram’s

about photography. Because the device

the community of Instagram gathers

own. The highlight news was that this two

is on their mobile phone they can do it

under #ibalinesia, created by Rabindra,

year old application was worth 1 billion US

whenever and wherever, taking pictures

General Manager of OZ Bali Radio. This

dollars, marking it as the most expensive

about everything they see in daily life.

community is part of iphonesia to gather

application bought in history, even more

Since launching the Android version,

Bali’s Instagrammers and people who take

expensive than the New York Times. And

every day there are about one million more

photos about Bali. So far there have been

it only took a minute for Facebook’s ‘big

people joining the network and uploading

more than 8,000 photos uploaded to

boss’ Mark Zuckerberg to decide to buy it.

millions of photos to Instagram so this is

this community.

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accommodation, transportation and many

worry existing users who are afraid that

popular photos that are most easy to

“Sunsets and animals are the most

things necessary during their visit, just like a

Instagram will lose its function as an art

get ‘likes’ among users, and Bali has the

small and independent travel agent.

sharing platform. He’s afraid that it could

most beautiful sunsets and beaches that

As one of the social networks,

turn into a selling and promoting tool.

are the envy of people living outside Bali,”

Instagram can play a big role in promoting

said Rabindra. He also explained that

something, including a destination. With

platform, there are some new users who

many of the Instagramers have contacted

its Geo Tagging, people on the network

have posted promotional materials, which

him asking him to guide them visiting the

can know where the picture was taken and

can cause an inconvenience to the existing

beautiful places in Bali. Seeing this as an

help them to visit it. With the rapid growth

users. And I am afraid that by being

opportunity to introduce Bali especially

of its users, this application can become

acquired by Facebook, it will be not fun

to overseas users, Rabindra created a

a good PR tool with which to promote

again. But let’s hope that there won’t be

team to organize a ‘photography tour’ to

tourism in a positive way and attract more

narcissist photos, or even product photos.

those visiting Bali. Last month his team

and more tourists. This also creates a new

We can ban people who ignore the

was successful in guiding about 200

way of tourism called photography tourism,

disclaimer about the terms and conditions

Instagramers from Brunei, Singapore and

focusing on picturesque destinations for

of submitting photos or messages in our

Malaysia and took them all around this

people whose hobby is photography.

mailing list, but we cannot avoid pictures

Back to our topic earlier, will there

tagged on #ibalinesia. So we’ll see what

island taking pictures of everything they saw

“Since Instagram created an Android

during their journey. Not only the tour itself,

be an effect after Facebook acquires

happens next.” ■

but the #ibalinesia team also arranged the

Instagram? Rabindra said it might

Text by Intan Tanjung

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Wonderful sunset photo by Wenny Christian

FOTOFOLIO

INSTAGRAM IMAGERY This monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Foto Folio showcases some Instagram userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s photos displayed on their most famous communities, #ibalinesia and #iphonesia. With the surprising news of Instagram being acquired by Facebook, we thought it would be great to include some photos in our beloved magazine. These photos show scenic destinations from all around Indonesia, and were taken only by mobile phones. 44

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Sunshine is the most favorite theme in Instagram. This page of photos is the creation of Herdi Heryadi taken in early morning in Yogyakarta.

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Bali’s most envied sunset, by Rabindra

A pier at Lake Beratan in early morning, by Herdi Heryadi

Today’s photography is simpler and easier. And it also could become a hub to create many other new opportunities.

This photo has won several communties’ awards, by Hendri Robinson Simple elegant flower, by Erri Gandjar 46

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Other most favorite effect is the Black and White, photo by Hendri Robinson

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After sunsets, animals are the second most likeable theme in Instagram. Photos on this page were taken during a vacation at Bali Safari and Marine Park and Kecak Dance show at Uluwatu Temple by Herdi Heryadi.

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I’m An Angel celebrates 10 years of sharing! Founded in 2003 by Asana Viebeke Lengkong, ‘I’m An Angel’ has continued to empower impoverished Balinese communities through sustained programs that concentrate on improving health and education, raising income through skills training, disseminating information and employing disaster intervention when required. On June 16th, Seminyak’s iconic beachfront venue, KU DE TA, will roll out the red carpet and light up the night for its famous philanthropic ‘I’m An Angel’ charity dinner event. Celebrating 10 years of sharing, this fundraising night-of-nights will eclipse all previous occasions thanks to some very special announcements. 6 carefully selected chefs in the region will join forces with KU DE TA, Bali, share the love to raise funds for ‘I’m An Angel’, and help support a wide range of programs that have benefited thousands of families all over Bali. Lead by KU DE TA’s Corporate Executive Chef Phil Davenport, cooking up an impeccable 6-course dinner are Will Meyrick (Sarong, Bali), Ryan Clift (Tippling Club, Singapore), Janice Wong (2am:dessertbar, Singapore), Dorin Schuster (The Legian, Bali), Stephan Zijta (Alila, Bali) and supported by KU DE TA’s team; Ben Cross and Will Goldfarb. Starting the evening, DJ BtK will bring smooth and soulful rhythms throughout the venue. Tijuana Cartel will be gracing the stage, to perk up your mood while you’re enjoying the lavish dishes from the top chefs. Wrapping up the night, guests can participate in the impressive charity auction. Be angels of the night and share the love with us. To find out more about ‘I’m An Angel’ visit: www.imanangel.org

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

ON RURAL ROUTES All around the world, the concept of eco-tourism is blossoming and taking hold. Its popularity is due to an increasing environmental consciousness, a reaction to the destructive aspects of mass tourism, people’s need to escape their hectic, high-pressured lives, and the wonderfully rejuvenating effect nature has on the human psyche. many forms throughout the island. Beyond

around the beautiful island. So take your pick! Would you prefer renting a bike and

southern Bali’s mass-tourism belt, you’ll

meandering around on your own? In Sanur and Lovina you can

find increasing numbers of eco-resorts,

pedal beside long stretches of beach. In Nusa Dua you can

boutique hotels, spas, retreats, and eco-

cycle through lush landscaped gardens and head out to the hilly

friendly outdoor activities. Indeed, Bali is an

Uluwatu headland. In Ubud, meander around charming shady

absolutely perfect locale for eco-tourism, in all its guises. Why?

neighborhood roads visiting boutiques and cafes, or head out

Bali’s abundant, varied and lush nature, Bali’s intact, authentic

into the rice fields. Bicycle rentals are an inexpensive, easy way to

culture and arts and the ongoing traditional lifestyle are perfect

wander around freely for a day. Look for bike rentals or ask around

opportunities for eco-friendly outdoor activities and adventures.

wherever you’re staying.

Today’s conscientious travelers want to support resorts and

Guided bike tours are more costly, but offer an organized

travel businesses that don’t harm the environment, to surround

tour with guides who will teach you about the local lifestyle, take

themselves by undisturbed and pristine nature, and to join in

you to a rural village for lunch, and lead you downhill on an easy

outdoor adventures that don’t negatively impact the earth. They

glide through gorgeous rice fields. You can find tour operators in

want to eat, live, and play in a manner healthy for both their own

guidebooks, travel offices, and from brochures scattered around

bodies and the environment. Does this sound like you? Read on.

shopping areas. If you prefer more challenging off-road cycling,

In Bali, two of the best eco-friendly outdoor activities that both

check out Bali-Trailblazers.

travelers and expats can enjoy amidst the island’s astounding

If you’re super fit and like tough challenges, check out the

natural environment are hiking and bicycling. Bali offers many

annual BaliAudax international advanced bicycling challenge.

options for both. If you’d like to cycle in Bali you’re in luck, because bicycling

If you’re more independent and really want to explore Bali, you can easily cycle around the entire island on your own. It’s only

has been taking off here during the past decade. Dozens of tour

500-700 km the whole way around, depending on which routes

operators now offer guided cycling tours through Bali’s stunning

you take, so you can comfortably tour Bali in 1-2 weeks, or go

rice fields. One company even offers more rugged off-road cycling

even more leisurely to explore Bali’s fascinating culture and scenery

on forested mountain trails. Rental bicycle shops are cropping up

more fully. You can either buy a new bike in Bali or bring your own.

all over the island, particularly in Sanur, Nusa Dua, Ubud, Lovina

Either way, you’ll be able to get parts, repairs, and service with

and even at remote Amed on Bali’s far northeast coast. Several

no problem. Bali’s roads are in good condition and drivers are

international-quality bike stores have opened including Rodalink,

well-aware of smaller vehicles like motorbikes and scooters sharing

Giant, and Specialized in Denpasar and The Bike Shop on Jalan

the roads. Expats living in Bali have the option to pedal around the

Bypass. The Bali Cycling Federation has been established and

island in stages, one area for each weekend or day off.

several local cycling clubs have sprung up. November brings

Bicycling around Bali will immerse you in the daily lives of Bali’s

the annual BaliAudax international advanced bicycling challenge

local villages, towns, and rural areas. You’ll pedal past rice fields,

to Bali, a 2-day race around the entire island. And increasingly

along beautiful coastlines, up volcanic flanks and through windy,

more Westerners are bringing their own bikes with them to pedal

lush mountains. The entire way you’ll be surrounded by nature and

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PHOTO BY HARY SUBASTIAN

ali has also been embracing eco-tourism in

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in personal touch with the locals. You’ll reach authentic Balinese places that very few tourists even know exist. Wherever you go, you’ll find plenty of local food to eat, inexpensive places to stay, and friendly, curious, helpful people. In short, you’ll experience the real Bali while staying fit, going at your own pace, spending your money in local communities, and not harming the environment. It’s the epitome of eco-adventure in Bali. If you’re more into hiking, Bali also offers several options, even though the notion of hiking has not spread as extensively as cycling has. Bali has only two well-known hikes: climbing Mt. Agung and climbing Mt. Batur. Both are generally done as guided hikes, employing local hiking guides near the mountains or organized through hotels and tour agents around Bali. Generally, the hikes start in the middle of the night in order to reach the peak for sunrise. Details on these hikes can be found in guidebooks, at any tour agent, or at your resort’s activities desk. Although less known, many other hiking opportunities are

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PHOTO BY INTAN TANJUNG PHOTOS BY HARY SUBASTIAN (LEFT), INTAN TANJUNG (RIGHT)

available in Bali. One rewarding hike is the climb up the 1,700

Bicycling around Bali will immerse you in the daily lives of Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local villages, towns, and rural areas. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll pedal past rice fields, along beautiful coastlines, up volcanic flanks and through windy, lush mountains.

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Terrace Rice Fields will amaze you as you pedal around Bali

head over to Amed, Bali’s remote northeast coast. Amed offers loads of great hiking opportunities in the seaside hills that hug the coast. Amed is famed mainly for its coral reefs and for its charming little boutique resorts that dot the coves and headlands. Locals traditionally engage in fishing, farming, and salt-making. Many live in small thatched houses up in the hills. Consequently, they’ve made an intricate system of paths to get around between their houses, fields, water sources and the coast. Hiking along those local trails takes you past villages, houses, fields, cows, roosters and offer spectacular views of Bali’s north coastline. So, if you’re a proponent of eco-tourism, you’ll find plenty of that in Bali. If you’re itching to stay fit while surrounding yourself with stunning natural scenery, that’s easy to do here. Just step steps of the Pura Lempuyang Temple, near Tirtanganga and the

beyond south Bali’s tourist belt and get rolling. ■

city of Amlapura. The 7 tiers of the Lempuyang Temple are located

Text by Lash

along the steep route between the parking lot, near the base of the mountain, and the mountain peak. The route itself consists almost

About Lash:

entirely of steep stone steps going up through a dense, damp

Lash is an American nomadic world traveler who’s been exploring

rain forest with trees dripping in vines, ferns, and moss. At the top

Asia solo since 1998. An avid outdoor enthusiast, you’ll generally

you’ll enjoy astounding views of nearby Mt. Agung and sweeping

find her hiking, mountain climbing, bicycling, scuba diving and

views all the way to both Bali’s south and north coasts. Hiking

snorkeling around Asia’s bountiful natural areas.

Another great hiking option is to take a guided trek in Bali’s far

She first visited Bali in 2000, during which time she climbed all of Bali’s main peaks and cycled around the eastern half of the

western Bali Barat National Park. The park’s interior is rarely visited

island. She has returned to Bali most years since then, staying 2-6

and completely un-developed. Anyone who wants to hike in the

months each time. Since 2007 she has spent three 4-month stints

park is required to obtain a permit and hire a fairly pricy guide to

in Amed, where she’s hiked extensively. In 2010 she completed

escort them. If costs aren’t a deterrent to you, hiking Bali Barat

her second bicycle circumnavigation of the island as research

National Park can be a rewarding experience, a chance to see

for her guidebook. Her guidebook now is available in print on

wildlife and a glimpse at Bali that very few people see.

Amazon, while its ePub, pdf, and Kindle versions are available at

If you prefer independent hiking without any fees or guides, 56

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www.lashworldtour.com

PHOTOS BY LASH/LASH WORLD TOUR

Pura Lempuyang takes about 1 hour each way.

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BEYONDBALI

When you hear about North Sulawesi, one thing that might pop into your mind would be its marine attractions. But this time we will take you to Tomohon, a highland area in North Sulawesi that offers many interesting destinations worth visitingâ&#x20AC;Ś

A HIGHLAND

OF PILGRIMAGE

omohon is a beautiful highland area located 22 kilometers from Manado. Before 2003 it was just a part of the Minahasa Regency, but then the status changed to a city because of its rapid development. Three volcanoes, Mt. Lokon and Mt.

Mahawu (which are still active), and Mt. Masarang (which is now inactive), surround this highland area. The last volcanic activity was seen at Mt. Lokon, which erupted last February spewing clouds of ash as high as two kilometers into the sky. The volcanic surroundings bless the city with fertile soil and cool weather, which inspired the local government to make Tomohon known as the City of Flowers. The fertile soil makes it possible to plant flowers throughout the year, and with the flowers always blossoming, the local government is ambitious to make Tomohon a city of flowers. Every year they host an iconic annual flower festival called the Tomohon Flower Festival in order to attract more tourists to the city. This 58

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Flowers in Tomohon

Lake Linow

Chapel with Mt. Mahawu as its backdrop

year the festival is planned to be held in July. But aside from flowers, this city also has a lot of other interesting attractions. Here we highlight some of them that shouldn’t be missed.

BUKIT DOA Bukit Doa is a 39-hectare hill area built for Christian pilgrims, translated as the “Hill of Praying”. This place has 12 stopover points with a monument that remind us of the Via Dolorosa, ‘Way of Grief’ or ‘Way of Suffering, a street within the Old City of Jerusalem where Jesus walked carrying his cross on the way to his crucifixion. Other unique spiritual things in this area include a Virgin Mary statue, which was made from mountain stone and wasn’t painted, showing its great quality and details. There is also the Mahawu Amphitheater, an outdoor theater built with a Roman design that can accommodate up to 1,000 people, and a unique chapel that shows a fascinating backdrop view of Tomohon City and Mt. Mahawu called the Virgin Mary Chapel. It’s the great integration of nature, building and spiritualism that creates the synergy that makes Bukit Doa perfect as a spiritual destination where people can pray and enjoy the surrounding environment with their family. It’s also great for non-religious activities such as nature trekking and photography.

DANAU LINOUW Danau Linouw or Linouw Lake is known for its beautiful changing Amphitheater

colors. Causing by the chemical reaction of sulfur and algae, this lake turns green in the morning, yellow at noon and brown in the BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012

Kwan Im Goddes Statue

afternoon. To enter, just pay Rp. 20,000 (around US$ 2) and visitors can get a cup of local coffee and kue bagea made from sago.

BUDDHAYANA MONASTERY The Buddhayana Monastery is a Buddhist meditation complex located on Sunge Street. It has a strong Chinese ambience with its dominant red color that attracts tourists to the area to visit this temple complex. The temple also has a Kwan Im goddess statue in the middle that used to be worshiped as a goddess of mercy and compassion. While visiting, go to the top of its eightstorey pagoda where you can see the spectacular view of Desa Kakaskasen and Mount Lokon it the distance, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the religious ritual that is always held at 3 p.m. every Sunday.

WOLOAN Woloan is known as an area where the local people produce traditional knockdown Minahasa wooden houses made from coconut wood. This tall house doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t require a single nail to Virgin Mary Statue

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assemble, and is known to be earthquake resistant. In the past, people used to keep pigs beneath the house, but now in modern

The Buddhayana Monastery is a Buddhist meditation complex located on Sunge Street. It has a strong Chinese ambience with its dominant red color that attracts tourists to take a visit to this temple complex. times most of the people use the area as a garage. A small house has one bedroom, while the big ones can have up to six. Most of these Woloan wooden houses are exported overseas.

WHAT AND WHERE TO EAT: Go to the Galilea restaurant for the best pork ribs in town! A full meal of steamed rice, pork ribs, brenebon soup and vegetables cost you only Rp. 20,000 (USD $2) The Heng Mien Restaurant (Restoran Heng Mien) or Tinoor serves famous Minahasan cuisine such as RW, Paniki, Pangi, Sayor Pait, Acar, and many more. Unfortunately these restaurants are located outside the town on Jalan Raya Tomohon, on the way to Manado. To get here you can charter a mikrolet, which fares start from Rp. 75,000 per trip, or ask the hotel to arrange transport for you. If you want a humble homemade meal you can eat at the Ekonomi Restaurant that has branches all over Tomohon. Manadonese cuisine is usually hot and spicy, and considered as the spiciest among the Indonesian cuisines. For friendlier foods try Bubur Manado, a vegetarian porridge made from corn, yam, carrots and watercress, or Brenebon soup, a kidney bean clear soup. Finish your meal with Nasi Kuning (turmeric yellowed rice) and Perkedel Milo (fried corn and flour mixed), Pork Bakpau, pork meat in soft bun for afternoon snack and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t to forget to try the klappertaart, or coconut tart. This sweet and typical North Sulawesi dessert is a treat to remember.

TOMOHON MARKET Take a visit to Tomohonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s traditional market. Like any other traditional market in Indonesia, the Tomohon market is busy from early dawn until noon. Smell the smoked Cakalang fish sold in many stalls, as the Manadonese eat cakalang pampies BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012

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USEFUL TIPS AND FACTS TO VISIT TOMOHON Shops, restaurants and business centers are closed on Sunday morning because most of the Tomohon people go to church, but they open later in the afternoon.

HOW TO GET THERE: Taking a taxi from the Sam Ratulangi Airport in Manado will cost Smoke Cakalang Fish

you Rp. 125,000,- (USD 13) one way. Choose the Blue Bird Taxi or another credible taxi company. The Mikrolet or angkot (short for angkutan kota or city transportation) are the light blue Mitsubishi

(shredded tuna) with everything and sometimes mix it with sambal

Colts and can be found everywhere going to various destinations.

(chili sauce). They’re also known to love extreme meats including

They operate on set routes with established fares, but also can be

bats, bats wings, white tree mice, snakes and also dogs, so if

chartered when they are empty. Some mikrolets are equipped with

you want to challenge yourself to try these extreme meats, visiting

a small TV, CD or music player, with comfortable seats. All regular

this traditional market could become a very interesting thing. They

routes start and end in the main terminal, called Terminal Beriman.

cook these animals for hours with lots of herbs and make the food

Try the Bendi (horse carriage) as another option for transportation

so spicy so you wouldn’t believe that they use the meat of the

in downtown Tomohon. See you in Tomohon! ■

animals mentioned above.

Text and photos by Victoria Wenas

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STYLES LIKE TEEN SPIRITS Navigating South East Asia’s style Mecca, there is no way to exclude Jakarta. Having progressive young designers, this city offers surprising styles, fresh yet unique when it comes to fashion.

n my recent trip to

ago. The after-five cocktail dresses with

Plaza Indonesia and

bouffant hairstyles are gradually changing

Grand Indonesia in

into a more casual mode with a whole

Jakarta, I observed

new bold attitude but still with a twist, but

a group of young

easier and more comfortable to wear,

talents showcasing

throw away the old school style and

these shopping complexes. The style

adapt to the new international tastes more

looked very ‘surprising’ and ‘unexpected’,

openly? Here are seven innovative Jakarta

successfully drawing my attention and

fashion labels that talk about their source

making me wonder how those might look

of inspiration, their struggles, and the

when they’re being worn. Most of the items

direction of our global style market. The

resemble street styles, grunge or punk; but

brands we’re presenting here are Cotton

of course with the designer’s creative skill

Ink, Geulis, Hunting Fields, KLÉ, Monday

they look rather tasteful than wasteful.

to Sunday, soe.hoe | no’om | no’mi and

You will notice the difference in

The Balletcats. Cotton Ink has a casual,

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How does this new designer generation

their super-stylish creations in shops inside

minimal, and comfortable style pioneered

PHOTOS COURTESY OF COTTON INK (LEFT PAGE), RIGHT PAGE PHOTOS (CLOCKWISE) COURTESY OF GEULIS, GEULIS SHOP AND SHOES PHOTOS BY DIAZ.

CAPITALCORNER

Collections of Geulis

KLÉ: I am a very emotional person who

SOE.HOE | NO’OM | NO’MI: Our

tends to put my feelings through the

style is all about “basic with a twist,” and

concept of every collection I make.

each season me and my team challenge

THE BALLETCATS: I’ve been drawing

ourselves by selecting things that surround

since I was little with the help of my

us to inspire our design; it could be art,

father who is an architect. For me being

music, people, stories or lifestyle trends.

a designer is like being a TV commercial

THE BALLETCATS: I created the

director and an artsy film director.

world of “The Balletcats” to fulfill my own statements. My work is a constant

Tell me about your brand,

portrayal of cherished and violent situations

what is it all about?

packaged in a comical way.

COTTON INK: It’s about creating simplicity yet comfort for stylish people.

When did it all begin and most

Cotton Ink creates casual clothing with

importantly, how did it all begin?

a twist - in which many of our products

COTTON INK: It happened spontaneously

by Carline Darjanto & Ria Sarwono, Geulis

are convertible. A Cotton Ink woman is a

when we met again after college. We

with their chic, current, wearable style is

confident woman that believes that she

thought, “How about we create a clothing

developed by Marysia Winarta & Imelda

should wear the clothes, not the opposite.

brand that embodies less is more”? Then

Hudiyono, Hunting Fields offers a classic,

HUNTING FIELDS: We offer bold

it came to us - we could create shawls

elegant, and sophisticated look created by

cutting and structural patterns with twist. In

-which was a big hit and is still a best

Raiki Pasya, KLÉ shows fresh, free spirit,

my design, I’m greatly inspired by everyday

seller until now. Afterwards we created

and bold designs by Kleting Titis Wigati,

moments such as traveling, culinary, etc.

collections, and were chosen as the Best

Monday To Sunday appears with a playful,

KLÉ: It could be perceived as minimalist

Innovative Local Brand in Cleo 2010, which

adventurous, and functional look designed

but the details and twists give it a full-

by Mellyun Xing & Dita Addlecoat, soe.hoe

bodied feeling. Some people may consider

is one of our milestones so far.

| no’om | no’mi describes a unique, hip, yet

it chic, yet its edginess is palpable. It also

other two friends had wanted to create

affordable style by Soetjipto Hoeijaja, and

has a masculine cut with some touches of

a ready-to-wear label that mostly used

The Balletcats is inspired by cats with a

feminine fabrics. KLÉ’s fresh yet bold easy-

traditional fabrics (batik, tenun, ikat,

satirical and wise style from Jordan Marzuki.

to-wear designs are intended to appeal

lurik, etc). At that point there wasn’t any

to self-assured individual who are non-

indication that batik would be booming.

Tell me about yourself as a designer,

conformist when it comes to expressing

We simply chose to go with this concept

and describe it explicitly.

their own personal style.

because we wanted to do a label inspired

GEULIS: It began in 2008. I and my

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by a collection of batik materials owned by our grandmothers. We saw batik fabrics that were no longer used and just kept in the closet. And so we thought, why not make something wearable, something we can use everyday like a simple blouse or dress. We started our research, made trips to Jogja, Solo, Cirebon to find the right traditional fabrics to use, and everything started from there. MONDAY TO SUNDAY: Our first collection was launched in September 2009. It started with a casual talk and Collection of Hunting Fields

our love to design clothes that had a connection between a form of ready to wear, spontaneously building up a brand, sketching, finding fabrics, stating the pretty, therefore I strongly believe that

that, because there’s always an advantage

with that idea supported with good quality

even in the lowest situation.

What’s the core, what’s the identity

production my designs would be received

you’re carrying through your brand?

well by both local and international

Where do you do your production? Any

GEULIS: We want to keep embedding the

fashionholics.

difficulty in certain departments?

idea to preserve traditional fabrics as part

MONDAY TO SUNDAY: There’s

HUNTING FIELDS: Jakarta. Our problem

of our everyday life, so people can wear

always a market for casual clothes that

mostly is about who is in charge of

these clothes not only for weddings or for

have basic yet quirky details, so we are

production and maintaining the availability

work.

positive about the global market but

of suitable fabric stock for the product.

HUNTING FIELDS: Producing the best

we needed to know exactly what they

SOE.HOE | NO’OM | NO’MI:

craftsmanship of ready to wear women’s

wanted and when. Fashion people in

Jakarta and Bali. It’s quite hard to find the

clothes that have the same quality and look

Indonesia, especially in Jakarta, are more

right people to do the production, because

of renowned international brands.

open-minded towards style, trends, and

most of them are quite ’laid back’. We

lifestyle nowadays. They enjoy new ideas

need to be patient to explain and give

When you obtained your ‘signature

and a range of diversity, which is great,

them courage most of the time. We lack

style’ did you think it would be

so we have to keep up with that and

discipline and a system that enable us to

accepted by the global market? Was

make sure that our ideas of fashion will be

grow our businesses successfully on the

there the slight consideration that

accepted in any area.

region or world stage.

your ideas may not be accepted by the

SOE.HOE|NO’OM|NO’MI: I would

THE BALLETCATS: My production

Indonesian fashionholics?

say that soe.hoe|no’om|no’mi is not for

is based in Bandung. The main problem

COTTON INK: At first we thought that

everyone; our creative design twists might

nowadays is the cotton crisis, which

fashion in Indonesia was too saturated with

be too hard for a conventional dresser to

affects the production cost significantly,

the ‘more is more’ concept, that’s why

swallow. Our core audience tends to be

but we always want to maintain our price.

we tried to grab another market. We also

people in art-related fields like advertising,

thought that perhaps our market could

music, entertainment and design.

no accept our vision, so we just kept

THE BALLETCATS: The market issue

Any expectation for your brand development?

a minimal stock at first. But it turns out

between Indonesia and global is not that

HUNTING FIELDS: I would really like

that people loved it - we were so relieved

steep. Many Indonesians love things about

to have my brand expanding in the

and happy!

overseas. When creating something, we

international fashion scene. I found it

never have consideration of what would

quite hard to penetrate the overseas

be happen if it’s not accepted by this and

market right now for lack of networking

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LEFT PAGE PHOTO COURTESY OF HUNTING FIELDS, RIGHT PAGE PHOTOS (CLOCKWISE) COURTESY OF KLE, BALLETCATS, MONDAY TO SUNDAY, AND LEVEL ONE SHOP PHOTO BY DIAZ.

visions, missions and the rest goes on.

Clockwise photo: Collection of KLÉ, Balletcats, Monday to Sunday, Store of Level One

opportunity and also support from interrelated parties. We have so many talented local designers and brands from Indonesia that should be exposed to the world, especially within the Asia region. MONDAY TO SUNDAY: Yes. We need to maintain our sustainability, productivity, and basically everything that we have to keep running and improving. If we stop then everything will be a waste. THE BALLETCATS: I really want my brand to be accepted by all ages and status; from toddlers to grandparents, workers, and especially for all cat lovers. Do you have any future plans to

What do you think about fashion in

embroideries, and embellishments. It was

change Indonesia’s fashion direction?

Indonesia pre and post your brand’s

too much, so at the beginning I stood up as

–if yes, tell us how you’re going to go

existence?

one among the few designers who made a

about it.

GEULIS: We used to struggle to get

ready to wear collection. Since 2009, there

COTTON INK: The mainstream in

recognition and appreciation, but now that

have been more and more independent

Indonesian fashion now is ‘less is more’.

a lot of new local brands are blossoming

designers in Indonesia. So it’s good;

Many new brands now apply this concept

everywhere, it makes it easier to grow.

we have fresher, cooler and more stylish

in their style. We are so happy being part

Since then people have become more

choices when it comes to fashion.

of it, because if you stand alone, it will be

open in the way they dress, so this

difficult to survive.

challenges us to always be creative. We

foremost, Indonesia needs to erase the old

MONDAY TO SUNDAY: As we look

SOE.HOE | NO’OM | NO’MI: First and

give different options to people, so they

perception that we offer only cheap copy

now, fashion in Indonesia is growing

won’t always have to go to the same shops

products. Instead, we have to point out

rapidly, so we prefer to analyze the growth

(like Zara/Mango/Top Shop) for clothes.

that now Jakarta offers a variety of styles

and the changes then we will wait for them

KLÉ: Before I launched my brand there

and quality, including local designer brands

to surprise us. Que sera sera.

were too many sequins, beadings,

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF KLE (TOP LEFT), BALLETCATS (TOP RIGHT), LEVEL ONE (BOTTOM LEFT), MONDAY TO SUNDAY (BOTTOM RIGHT)

from construction workers to white-collar

Collection of NO’OM | NO’MI

COTTON INK The Goods Dept. - Plaza Indonesia, Jakarta, EST plus and Widely Project - Bandung, ORE Store – Surabaya www.cottonink-shop.com GEULIS Level One & Alun Alun - Grand Indonesia, Metro Pondok Indah Mall – Jakarta, Happy Go Lucky & Widely Project – Bandung HUNTING FIELDS Level One - Grand Indonesia, Debenhams Senayan City, Jakarta, The Grand Palace at Grand City Mall - Surabaya, Widely Project and How does your market accept your

Happy Go Lucky Concept Store

design and creativity?

– Bandung

THE BALLETCATS: It’s lucky enough that

www.huntingfields.blogspot.com

we live in the era of the internet and social media. The world is full of unpredictable

KLÉ

market activity, but social media helps us

Level One - Grand Indonesia,

to anticipate what the market demands.

Widely Project and Happy Go Lucky

Sometimes it’s hard to stay creative with

Concept Store – Bandung

the current markets, but if you want to

www.iamkle.com

keep up with good business you have to MONDAY TO SUNDAY

sacrifice your own idealism sometimes.

Level One - Grand Indonesia, The What intrigued you so that you

Goods Dept – Plaza Indonesia,

decided to be one of Indonesia style

Debenhams Senayan City, Jakarta,

makers?

top, bright summer jacket, the black

The Grand Palace at Grand City Mall

GEULIS: We wanted to share our ideas of

classic blazer, maxi dresses and semi-fit

- Surabaya, Sook Kuta Square – Bali

fashion, what can be worn and what can be

jodhpur pants SOE.HOE | NO’OM | NO’MI: Crabby

SOE.HOE | NO’OM | NO’MI

textured fabrics, fabric combinations etc.

pattern on t-shirts, jackets, skirts and

Level One - Grand Indonesia, Widely

We’re trying to deliver all this in the designs

scarves that we present in a new color

Project – Bandung, Satu Beach Walk

so people can also feel what we feel.

palette of light grey, whites with a mix of

– Bali

leather, feather and studs. Share with us what are the ‘key pieces’

THE BALLETCATS: The bestselling

THE BALLETCATS

from your collection; what are the

“The Man with His Words” series. In this

The Goods Dept – Plaza Indonesia,

must-have items you can recommend

series you can find typographical designs

21 Concept Store – Bali

to us?

related to felines/cats. ■

www.theballetcats.com

MONDAY TO SUNDAY: Striped printed

Text by Diaz

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF NO’OM NO’MI

explored: cute prints, weird edgy cuttings,

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CATCHING THE FISH FESTIVAL Join in the unique cultural festival in the northernmost side of Indonesia, where every year the local people of Talaud Island host a fishing festival called Mene’e, where they gather to catch fish using coconut leaves (tuwo) and forest ropes (pundagi) during the highest tide and the lowest tide at the end of the full moon in May. This tradition was first held in the 16th century after a tsunami hit Kakorotan Island. This year the festival will be held in Intata Island on May 22-23, and will start by spreading the net while the elderly people cast a spell to call the fish (Mangiape) to come to the Mene’e area and give the sign to start the festival. budpar_talaud@yahoo.com www.disbudparsulut.com

OISHI NE.... If you’re feeling like Japanese this month, don’t miss the Shangri-La Hotel Jakarta’s latest promotion. From May 14 until June 16, experience Japanese’s most delightful dishes at the Nishimura Restaurant including Kani Nabe (Crab Hot Pot) from Hokkaido, Miso Katsu (Deep-Fried Chicken Cutlet with Miso Sauce) from Nagoya and Zunda Mochi (Sweet Green Bean Rice Cakes) from Miyagi in their Japanese Food Festival promotion. After that, extend your culinary journey with their unique tea infused with mocktails such as Summer Shower, Colombo Glacier and Lanka Sunset at Shangri-La’s Lobby Lounge. This terrific Tea Mocktail selection is available throughout the month. Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta, Kota BNIJl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 1, Jakarta (62-21) 304-884-43, www.shangri-la.com

TOKEN OF GRATITUDE Santika Indonesia Hotels & Resorts held an appreciation night for their customers, corporate and media. This event was held on April 11 and took place at Santika Premiere Hotel Jakarta’s poolside. With ‘Exotic Indonesia’ as their theme, they featured the exotic side of Indonesia through a stage decoration using bamboo and wood, and displayed a sampan in the pool. Several awards were given during the ceremony, including to Bali & Beyond, which proudly received the award as one of the “Best Supporting Media 2011”. www.santika.com 70

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ABOUT FOOD AND FASHION

Bintan Triathlon Festival heads into its eighth year and this year the race will be on for two days, May 26 and 27. There will be races in three categories, Olympic Distance, Sprint Distance and Kids & Youth Distance on wide, smooth, undulating roads, taking in the lush greenery of the Nirwana Gardens and Ria Bintan, with wide views of the Lagoi Reservoir and the vibrant Pasar Ole Ole market. Triathletes will also swim in the clear blue water of the South China Sea off the picturesque beach of Nirwana Gardens, and run through the lush greenery and scenic beaches of Nirwana Gardens to a palm tree studded finishing straight. Registration will close on May 20. www.bintantriathlon.com

The Jakarta Fashion and Food Festival 2012 is back, and this time it will be held from May 12-27 at Summarecon Kelapa Gading. Themed ‘Innofashion’, this year’s festival will include the Kampoeng Tempo Doeloe Festival, the Wine & Cheese Festival, and a fashion show with Indonesia’s best designers including from IPMI, APPMI, Esmod Fashion College, and many more. There will also be a show by DEKRANASDA Bali (National Craft Department) presenting Bali’s Ancient Bordir Endek Songket, a performance by the Singkawang Regency of West Kalimantan, as well as several awards given in categories including Gading Model Search, GMS Kids Category, Gading Beauty Awards, and also Gading Fashion Entrepreneurship Awards. www.jfff.info

AND THE BEST LEADERS ARE... Honoring the leaders behind Indonesia’s tourism Industry, a new and prestigious event was held to recognize the business leaders who have demonstrated leadership excellence in the Indonesian travel tourism industry and have contributed to its growth and development. The event was held at the JW Marriott Jakarta on March 29, announcing the 18 winning leaders with an exquisite Gala Dinner. Attending the event were 250 leaders and tourism personalities from all across Indonesia. www.itblawards.rajamice.com 72

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ART OF PILGRIMAGE Danes Art Veranda will present a painting exhibition by I Ketut Suwidiarta from May 11 to May 25. Suwidiarta is a Balinese artist whose art is inspired by Indian culture and the wisdom of Bali. With the theme of “Ziarah Rupa”, Suwidiarta wants to remind us to overcome our greed and to reduce our exploitation scale in a humorous way. This exhibition will be officially opened on May 11 at 7 p.m. at Danes Art Veranda, and available to visit daily from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Danes Art Veranda, Jl. Hayam Wuruk No. 159, Denpasar (0361) 242-659 thegallery@popodanes.com

GREETING BALI Don’t miss another spectacular highlight in May as the Hard Rock Cafe Bali announces a performance of Vertical Horizon on its stage on May 3, organized by Original Production. This American alternative rock band formed in 1991 will greet their fans in Bali as part of their Vertical Horizon Indonesia Tour 2012.. They will perform their hit singles from previous albums including their most popular singles ‘You’re A God’, ‘Everything You Want’ and ‘Best I Ever Had (Grey Sky Morning)’. Entrance tickets are available at Rp. 350,000. Hard Rock Cafe Bali Jalan Pantai Kuta, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta (0361) 755-661, www.hardrock.com/bali www.tommypratama.com

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SWING FOR AID New Kuta Golf and R.O.L.E Foundation are hosting the Bali World Cup Charity Golf Tournament to raise funds for many important programs and projects for the local community and environments of the Bukit and Southern Bali. With this event, the golfers can join in a movement to give back to the community by swinging their clubs for fun and the environment. This golf tournament will be held on May 19. New Kuta Golf & Golf Link Resorts Indonesia, Jalan Raya Uluwatu, Kawasan Pecatu Indah Resort, Pecatu, Jimbaran, (0361) 848-1333 www.newkutagolf.com

HOSPITALITY PHOTOGRAPHY Students of the Hotel Administration Program of the Bali Tourism Institute 2008 will host a photography event called ‘Bali Funia Rally Photography & Seminar by Deniek G. Sukarya and Dewandra Djelantik’. As part of the event, there will be a rally photography competition that will take place in Sanur on May 6 where the participants have the chance to win total prize Rp. 10 million. The winners will be announced at the Photography Seminary on May 12 that will take place at Gedung Widaytula, Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata in Nusa Dua. Two of Indonesia’s famous photographers, Deniek G. Sukarya and Dewandra Djelantik, will serve as the key note speakers bringing topics ‘Travel Photography’ and ‘Hotel and Villa Photoshoot from A to Z’ on the seminary. Both of the events are open to the public with admission Rp. 100,000 for the competition and Rp. 150,000 for the seminar. Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Nusa Dua Jalan Darmawangsa, Kampial, 081-246-578-817 (Widya) 081-239-893-392 (Winda), 087-860-668-349 (Novi)

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DANOYA VILLA PRIVATE LUXURY RESIDENCES

Offering the relaxing tropical villas, mixing openplan architecture with an Indonesian touch, Danoya Villa are stylishly furnished with all the modern benefits that are expected at luxury resort. This 2012, Danoya officially launched their new private villas of two bedroom, three bedroom Royal categories and Imperial five bedroom villa. With its stylish and modern presentation, these new villas feature private swimming pool, fully equipped kitchen, living room family entertainment with home theatre – DVD player and cable channel television, IDD telephone, and wireless internet, LCD TV and full air conditioned in each room. Located in prime area, Danoya Villa is only 40 minutes away from Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport. Close to restaurants, shopping center of Seminyak and entertainment district of Oberoi; also few minutes from the beach, Danoya Villa will be an ideal retreat in a perfect destination for your holiday getaway in Bali.

private luxury residences

jalan batubelig 559, kerobokan, bali 80361 indonesia tel: +62 361 4735305 | fax: +62 361 4733372 email: reservation@danoya.com | www.danoya.com

Maxi Hotel & Spa The Maxi Hotel & Spa is situated in the heart of Bali’s shopping and nightlife district. Centrally located, the property offers an ideal base for visitors wishing to explore Bali while keeping all the island’s best shops, bars, restaurants and beaches within easy walking distance. Hotel facilities and services include restaurant, bar, meeting room, massage and spa, room service, swimming pool with Jacuzzi, children’s pool, laundry and dry cleaning service, airport pickup and transfer, snack bar, tour desk, doctor on call, free car park, baby sitter upon request, broadband internet connection, major credit cards accepted, individually controlled air-conditioning, local and IDD telephone, satellite TV, daily mineral water, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, mini bar, personal electronic safe deposit, tea & coffee maker. The balcony overlooking the swimming pool and landscaped tropical garden offers a private area for relaxing. The hotel is less than 15 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport; 20 minutes drive to Denpasar, 30 minutes from Sanur, Nusa Dua and within 45 minutes drive to the artistic centre of Ubud and about 350 meters from Bali’s famous Kuta Beach.

Jl. Legian 83A, Legian Tel: (0361) 754-082 Fax: (0361) 750-792 E-mail: info@maxi-hotel.com Website: www.maxi-hotel.com

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A NIGHT TO REMEMBER Conrad Bali celebrated its 8th anniversary on April 11 on its Ocean Garden venue. During this occasion, they also introduced newly appointed General Manager, Jean-Sebastien Klin, replacing previous General Manager, Michael J. Burchett. This event was attended by Bali’s travel agents, airlines and media. www.conradbali.com

FULL THROTTLE

ONE BLOOD ONE LOVE Adhi Jaya Sunset Hotel conducted its first social activity of a blood donation program last March. The hotel hopes that this social program will be able to help others and they can continue this regularly in the future. www.adhijayasunsethotel.com

YOGA PHOTO BY GUN GUN GUMILAR

The Hotel Public Relations Association (H3) held an election for their new board for 2012-2014 at the Hotel Borobudur Jakarta last April. The election results saw the incumbent Fransiska Kansil, Director of Communication of the Hotel Borobudur Jakarta / Discovery Hotels & Resort, appointed Chairwoman for the third time. The rest of the newly elected board is as follows : T. Marlene Danusutedjo, Director of PR Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta as Vice Chairwoman, Imuthia Yanindra, PR Manager Pullman Jakarta Central Park as Treasurer, and Ari Eka Putri, PR Manager Harris Hotel & Conventions Kelapa Gading as Secretary.

BLISSFUL EXPERIENCE The 5th annual Bali Spirit Festival has successfully concluded in Ubud, and everyone who joined got high from the blissful experience. This festival is a melting pot for people coming from all over the world to celebrate days full of yoga, dance, music and experience. This event was held from March 28 to April 1. www.balispiritfestival.com

SURF TO THE TOP Mustofa Jeksen took the win over Made Awan in the Open Division at the Oakley Pro 2012 at Canggu. The final score showed Mustofa ahead by just under a single point, 11.50 points to Awan’s 10.75, with Awan needing a 5.85 score to take the win and bring home the winner’s check of Rp 15 million (approximately $1,650 USD) and the 3,000 Coca-Cola ISC championship points. The Master’s Division results saw Ketut Juliarta winning and Wayan Budiasa in second place. See more at www.isctour.com and www.oakleyindoniesia.com 78

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FUN UNDER THE STARS Fueled, Energized and Recharged! We all enjoyed our most famous Recharge Night, a hospitality industry party, with the great hospitality of the Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Resort on April 14. This Recharge Night was fabulous, as all guests were fully entertained by uplifting DJ and dance performances as well as a fashion show. Thank you to all of our sponsors who made this party happen, and thanks also to all of our guests for coming to attend the party. See you at the next Recharge Night!

BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012

SKAL INTERNATIONAL BALI An International Association of Travel and Tourism Professionals Doing Business Among Friends

TWO GREAT SKAL EVENTS DEFY HEIGHTS AND SUPERSTITION Skal Bali members and guests met twice in the last month; on Tuesday March 27, rooftop at the 101 Legian and Friday the 13 at the Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa. On March 27, the spacious rooftop bar at The 101 Legian was the ideal site for an early evening celebration of our Bali club becoming the fourth largest Skal club in the world. Three hours of friendship and joy with Canapes and Cocktails galore. Dewi Mas Bloem and her team hosted a fantastic evening. Barely two weeks later Reto Torriani and his team at the Nusa Dua Beach proved Friday the 13 is our lucky day with a sumptuous lunch featuring Maguro Salad, Crispy Shrimp, BBQ Wagu beef and a dessert to die for served by a cheerful people in incredibly beautiful seaside setting. It was a memorable month SKAL BALI’S 185 MEMBERS MEET MONTHLY AT THE BEST VENUES. May 4 - Bali Hai Family and Friends Dinner Cruise June 1 - Taman Bhagawan in Tanjung Benoa July 6 - Villa Air Bali - Seminyak August 3 - The Royal Santrian - Tanjung Benoa September 7 - Melia Bali Villas & spa Resort - Nusa Dua Skal International, the World’s largest travel and tourism organization, founded in Paris in 1934, groups 20,000 industry managers and professionals in 450 clubs in 90 countries. Skal Bali is Southeast Asia’s largest Skal club and Fourth largest worldwide BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012

Membership and Information - contact our Secretariat Manager Gede Juwena, Telephone: 7840212 email: gede@skalbali.com; www.skalbali.com

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ACTION & ATTRACTION

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TEGES To Denpasar

BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012 TENGKULAK To Kemenuh

To Gianyar

INFOINDEX AIRLINES ■ AIRPORT OPERATOR: Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ CHILE: Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783 E-mail: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.com

■ SWEDEN & FINLAND: Segara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara Ayu Tel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211 E-mail: sweconsul@yahoo.com

■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS: Wisthi Sabha Building, 2nd Floor Ngurah Rai International Aiprort Call Centre: 0804-1-888888

■ CZECH REPUBLIC: Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur. Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: (0361) 286-408 E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz

■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA: Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No 12, Kuta Tel: (0361) 751-735, Fax: (0361) 754-457 E-mail: bali@honorarvertretung.ch

■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA: Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: (0361) 768-369

■ FRANCE: Jl. Mertasari Gg. II No. 8, Sanur Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: (0361) 286-406 E-mail: consul@dps.centrin.net.id

■ THAILAND: Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81, Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310 E-mail: rtc_bali@thaimail.com

■ ROYAL BRUNEI: Tel: (0361) 757-292 ■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES: Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 936-8388, Fax: (0361) 936-8383 ■ GARUDA: Jl. Jalan Sugianyar 5 Denpasar Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807 ■ MERPATI: Jl. Melati No. 51, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 235-358 Airport Tel: (0361) 751-011, ext. 5240/5242 Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741 ■ MANDALA AIRLINES: Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya, Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar Reservation Call center 08041234567 ■ NGURAH RAI AIRPORT: Tel/Fax: (0361) 759-761 ■ THAI INTERNATIONAL: Grand Bali Beach Sanur, Tel: (0361) 288-141 ■ QATAR AIRWAYS: Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788. Wisti Sabha Building, 2nd Floor, Ngurah Rai International Aiprort, Tel: (0361) 760-274 Fax: (0361) 760-275 ■ DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 40,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for International departure. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

CONSULATES

■ GERMANY: Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Batujimbar, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826 Email: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com ■ HUNGARY: Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net ■ ITALY: Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org ■ JAPAN: Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066 E-mail: konjpdps@indo.net.id ■ MALAYSIA: Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai Kuta Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373 E-mail: info@consulmalaysia-bali.com ■ MEXICO: PT Puri Astina Putra Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 223-266, Fax: (0361) 244-568 E-mail: consulmex@astinatravel.com ■ NETHERLANDS: KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com ■ ROYAL DANISH: Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai, no. 229, Sanur Tel: (0361) 8216-979, Fax: (0361) 287-931 E-mail: danishconsbali@gmail.com

■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND: Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au www.bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au

■ POLAND: Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C, Banjar Umasari, Kerobokan Tel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165 E-mail: consul@balipolandconsulate.com

■ BRITAIN: Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804 E-mail: bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id

■ SLOVAKIA: Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477 E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com

■ BRAZIL: Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005 E–mail: brazilconsul@bali.net

■ SPAIN: Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Tel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296 E-mail: espana_bali@blueline.net.id

BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012

■ TIMOR LESTE: Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092 E-mail: cgtl@dpsbali.com ■ UNITED STATES: Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 233-605, Fax: (0361) 222-426 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id

HEALTH&MEDICAL Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For “Bali Belly”, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics. Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic drinks under various brand names are widely available and are known to replenish body hydration and replace fluids. For discomfort, diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy foods. Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe. Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun. Use high SPF sunblock and a hat. AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world. They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.

HOSPITAL ■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC: 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361. Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515. ■ RUMAH SAKIT UMUM PUSAT SANGLAH (General Hospital): Jl. Diponegoro, Sanglah, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 227-911/15.

MUSEUMS ■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART (ARMA):

Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229. Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm. ■ ABIAN KAPAS: Tel: (0361) 227-176 East Denpasar. ■ ANTONIO BLANCO: Tel: (0361) 975-502, 975-551, Ubud, open daily 8 am-5 pm. ■ ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM: Tel: (0361) 942-352, Pejeng. Open 8 am - 3 pm weekdays. ■ GEDONG KIRTYA HISTORICAL LIBRARY: Tel: (0362) 25141, Jl. Veteran, Singaraja. Open 7am - 3pm Monday - Thursday, until Fridaynoon, closed on weekends. ■ GALLERY SENIWATI: Jl. Ubud Raya, Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485 ■ MUSEUM BALI: Tel: (0361) 235-059, 222-680, Jl. Let. Kol Wisnu, Denpasar. ■ MUSEUM LE MAYEUR: Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur. Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday. ■ MUSEUM MANUSA YADNYA: Mengwi, open daily, but often unattended. ■ MUSEUM NEKA: Tel: (0361) 975-074, 975-034, Jl. Raya Campuan, Ubud open daily 9 am - 5 pm. ■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN: Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com ■ MUSEUM RUDANA: Tel: (0361) 975-779, 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud. ■ MUSEUM SUBAK: Tel: (0361) 810-315, Jl. Raya Kediri, Desa Sanggulan, Tabanan.

TOURIST INFO. ■ INTEGRATED TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361; Tel: (0361) 766-188 ■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT: Tel: (0361) 751-011 ■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE: Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta Tel: (0361) 756-175/76 ■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE: Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222-387 ■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE: Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41 ■ UBUD TOURIST INFORMATION SERVICE: Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar Tel: (0361) 96-285, 973-285; 8 am - 9 pm.

BALI&BEYOND MAY 2012