Bali & Beyond Magazine October 2011 edition by Bali & Beyond Magazine

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

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A TALE OF A BALINESE BRIDE

Story of a Balinese traditional wedding ceremony

TOWN OF A THOUSAND CAVES

ESCAPING FOR TWO

Great hideawas in the Island that are perfect for honeymooners

Wonderful stories from past which are well kept in caves of Tuban, East Java

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ANOTHER JOURNEY TO GO… ‘Om Swastiastu...’ It’s unbelievable how fast the time flies! Last month I had a gathering with friends from high school and realized it’s been 10 years since we graduated in 2001. I am having the same feeling while writing this Team Talk because I feel like I just finished writing the previous month’s Bali & Beyond Magazine’s Team Talk, and now here another Team Talk is here already for the October edition. But this is life; we grow up and have to get through the journey. Sometimes we stop in some destinations or another, but the journey goes on until we finally join Mother Earth and get back to what we were made of. For the Balinese, this SeptemberOctober is Sasih Kapat, the fourth moon of its calendar cycle that is also the ‘spring time’ when flowers bloom and the new life starts. This month is the right time for Balinese to take another step in their life, to engage in a lifetime commitment of two grownups sharing love and life ‘til death do them part. Known for its cultural event, a Balinese wedding ceremony is also very interesting to find out what is the real wisdom behind every activity in the ceremony, in our Craft & Culture story. After those tiring times preparing for the big day, the newlyweds take a break to spend the early sweet moments in the sanctuary. Bali is a favorite honeymoon destination that offers an unforgettable honeymoon experience, and in this edition we bring you ideas so you can best enjoy your honeymoon in the island, where to go and what to do in our Invite & Indulge and FotoFolio, which will show you how wonderful it is to have “Nuptials at Nunia”. Still talking about a newly unity, our Pondering Point discusses about issues that always happen in mix marriages. As home to multicultural ethnicities, Bali has 6

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many love stories from mixed couples that have blossomed on the island. The number of mixed couples is growing all the time, and that’s why we think it’s necessary to explain about issues that always happen in mix marriages. It’s not a detailed explanation; you still need to contact a lawyer, a wedding agency or your embassy to ask about further information regarding this matter. Don’t forget to check out what is going on in Bali. Our news features will inform you about the recent activities in the hospitality industry, events, and what has gone on around the island and in Indonesia. In October there are two internationally known celebrations that will be held. The Kuta Karnival will once again bring joy to all in a Celebration of Life, so don’t miss the celebration that will take place on along Kuta Beach from October 14-16, while the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival will gather writers and readers together for discussions about Nandurin Karang Awak, or Cultivate the Land Within. The UWRF will run from October 5-9. In Beyond Bali, we take you on a journey to visit Tuban in East Java. The town has been known as the ‘Town of A Thousand Caves’, which keeps a story about the glory of Indonesia in the past. But let’s also get updated with the town’s newest activity. Have you heard about Drum ‘N Bass parties? If you have never heard about them, you can open our Capital Corner feature that will give you some new options to hang out in the city. Well, perhaps we can hang out together sometime! So, to newlyweds, congratulation for your new journey of life! Love isn’t always as sweet as chocolate, but with strong commitment and great compassion, we can always solve our problems and at the end, and live happily ever after. ‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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

32 PONDERINGPOINT 'YES, I DO, BUT...'

Cover Romantic Hideaway Location Secret Sunset Beach Photo by EZT PHOTOGRAPHY Irezz Pratama

As home to multicultural ethnicities, Bali has many love stories from mixed couples that have blossomed on the island. But it seems that mixed couples still take a long period to have equal rights under the law of Indonesia.

CRAFTCULTURE

A TALE OF A BALINESE BRIDE

INVITEINDULGE

ESCAPING FOR TWO In Bali, every place in the island has its own charm that attracts couples in love and encourages them to find a place to escape.

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

COURTESY PHOTO THE KAYANA , SEMINYAK

NUPTIALS AT NANIA

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+ 56 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism industry and what’s new beyond Bali.

FOTOFOLIO

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

PHOTO BY IDA BAGUS SUDIATNYANA

Almost all adult men and women on the face of the planet end up tying the knot. But as customs vary from one point on the map to the other, each and every couple has their own version of the story to tell.

COURTESY PHOTO KUPU KUPU JIMBARAN

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Two lives are now tied together, so now it’s time to have those intimate moments. Celebrate the new harmony at the stylish retreat of Nunia Villas, and have an unforgettable honeymoon experience.

64 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month. 70 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specific tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the island’s main destinations. 73 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS Listings and product descriptions from various clientele. 74 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses.

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

46 46 BEYONDBALI

TOWN OF A THOUSAND CAVES

In Tuban, the caves are not just big holes in the earth with stalactites and stalagmites, but each of them has a story to tell…

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40 ACTIONATTRACTION FUN, FEAST, 'N FESTIVE! This October, Bali will celebrate the month with the festive Kuta Karnival and the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival. Continuing the fun, the Sanur Village Festival will bring joy to tourists visiting the island in the following month.

52 CAPITALCORNER ROLL, WOBLE, AND DANCE Want to have a different kind of party experience? Join ‘Drum n Bass’, a UK origin genre that is more hip and more energetic.

PHOTO BY INTAN TANJUNG

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NEW&NEWS

NEW CANGGU HIDEAWAYS Bali Premier Management proudly announces the Allu Canggu Beach Villa and Villa Atma. With a spectacular view of rice paddy fields and the ocean, the villas have everything you need to relax in style and comfort. The 3 bedroom Atma Villa and 4 bedroom Allu Canggu Beach Villa feature sleek and modern interiors with the great services of a butler, personal chef and the convenient location of Echo Beach with a short drive to Tanah Lot. Villa Atma and Allu Canggu Beach Villa, Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu (0361) 734-329, www.balipremiermanagement.com

STAY FOR THE BEST SEA VIEW Best Western Kuta Seaview is the new property of the Best Western International Indonesia, the world’s largest hotel chain. The five-floor hotel has a minimalist pop and chic design offering Best Western’s international standard of facilities, which includes an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, bar, lounge, and meeting room. Enjoy a clear ocean view by the day and a beautiful sunset ‘til the night. Best Western Kuta Seaview, Jalan Benesari Pantai Kuta, Kuta, (0361) 754-396 www.bwkutaseaview.com

MEET ‘N GREET Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana, new upscale hotel in the heart of Kuta, offers the best venue option for business events. Rolling out the Residential Meeting Package, the space is big enough to accommodate 160 people in classroom style or round table style in the 325-sqm-ballroom room, which can be divided into three smaller meeting rooms and two additional 100 sqm rooms. Guest can enjoy complimentary LCD projector and screen, standard audio equipment, meeting stationary and flip chart, free Wi Fi usage in the room and public areas, free entry to the fitness center and infrared sauna at the Tjakra 7 Spa. Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana, Jalan Melasti, Legian, (0361) 762-500 www.pullmanbalilegiannirwana.com 12

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NEW&NEWS

FEAST, FOOD AND FRESH The Iconic Lagoona Restaurant at the Ayodya Resort Bali serves up a new menu. Bordered by a ribbon of white sand beach with a gorgeous view and delicious cuisine at the seaside, guests can enjoy Chef Geert’s signature dishes of Australian Tenderloin with seasonal salad, Risotto with wild mushroom, grilled Merguez in a Roasted French Baguette with grilled tomato and melted Emmenthaler Cheese, and much more. The menu is available every day from midday until 4 p.m. and you can chill out at the Beach Bar sipping a wide selection of tasty cocktails, fresh juices, gelatos and snacks for a total relaxing moment. The Lagoona Restaurant at the Ayodya Resort Bali is open from 6 a.m. ‘til 11 p.m. everyday. Lagoona Restaurant at Ayodya Resort Bali Jalan Pantai Mengiat, Nusa Dua, (0361) 771-102 www.ayodyaresortbali.com

IT’S SPA TIME!

DINE, DELIGHT AND JIVE S A K A L A will present a new culinary and the first night life destination in the Tanjung Benoa and Nusa Dua region on October 28. With modern fine dining and contemporary cuisine, Sakala’s culinary experiences are brought to the kitchen by Executive Chef Damien Tansing. With a two-story Balinese style tower building of 3,000 sqm designed by a renowned Thai architect and interior designer, Sakala patrons will encounter the Beach Lounge, an intimate boîte with beach views, projection wall and outdoor seating area. The bar menu will emphasize specialty cocktails with a modern twist. S A K A L A, Jl. Pratama 88, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, (0361) 774-499 www.sakalabali.com

A LOT OF SWEETS! Tao Beach House has added more sweets to its dessert menu. There are Lovely Strawberry, Duo Banana, Panda Smile, and last but not least the Mocha Premium that will give you the best closing for your dining experiences. Now, which sweets do you like? Tao Beach House at Ramada Resort Camakila Bali Jalan Pura Bagus Teruna, Legian Kaja, Kuta (0361) 752-877, www.ramadaresortcamakila.com

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Semara Resort & Spa recently announced its Samara Spa opening to the public. With a full range of facilities, 10 treatment rooms and one couples room, spa-goers can enjoy pampering massages, body scrubs, wax treatments, facials, haircuts and more. Try the Samara Signature Massage or the 90 minutes Chakra Stone Therapy massage with highly trained therapists and 100% pure organic oils and chakra stones. The Semara Spa is also the first spa in Bali to offer Miranda Kerr’s KORA Organics products. For in house guests, the resort offers complimentary daily yoga, meditation and Pilates. Health conscious guests are further catered to with a state of the art gymnasium and 25-meter lap pool. Semara Resort & Spa, Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak, (0361) 847-6661 www.semararesorts.com

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NEW&NEWS

A LOVELY SUNSET TALE

CRUISE AND CULTURE Bali Hai Cruise proudly presents the Bali Hai Rural Balinese Cruise that will take you deeper into Balinese culture at Subak Guliang in East Bali with the luxury Catamaran Bali Hai II. Trips complete with professional tour guides where you will witness daily local activities and participate in the farming process of days gone by. Experience traditional activities such as the Joged Dance, House Compound Visit, Farming Activities, Balinese Cooking Demonstration, Rice Making Demonstration, and much more, and enjoy a delicious traditional BBQ lunch with tea/coffee and Balinese Cakes and real Balinese hospitality for a day you will never forget! Bali Hai Cruise, Benoa Harbor, (0361) 720-331 www.balihaicruises.com

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WINE TO DINE

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Jimbaran Beach Club sets up new romantic dining for couples in love with a beautiful natural sunset at Muaya Beach. An intimate setting under the sky blanket and surrounded with the warmth of candle and torchlight is prepared for your dream romantic dinner. The fragrant scent of flower petals with a fresh aquatic smell will enhance the romantic ambience and top it off with a set menu creation of the Mediterranean Prawn cocktail on red onion mango salsa with pepper crisp for appetizer; an oven roasted gold band snapper fillet with brioche, liqurian olive paste, asparagus spears and lemon butter sauce or chicken and mozzarella paupiette with seared scallops, baby carrot in garlic glazed as choices of the main course, and a strawberry millefeuille with vanilla ice cream and strawberry compote by its talented chef for dessert. Jimbaran Beach Club, Jalan Bukit Permai, Banjar Pesalakan, Jimbaran, (0361) 703-342

Alila Villas Soori together with Torbreck Vintners will host an exceptional treat of wine dinner on October 21 at the Cotta Restaurant. Also welcoming the founder and winemaker David Powell, the occasion will present the best selections from its heritage in Barossa Valley viticulture to privileged guests. The exquisite wines of Torbreckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shiraz, Semillon, Grenache, Mataro, Syrah, Syrah (Eden & Barossa) will be paired with Chef Ashton Hallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s culinary wizardry through sumptuous delicacies with handpicked ingredients to balance the powerful taste of the wines, including foie gras, Wagyu beef, Jerusalem artichoke and truffle. Cotta Restaurant at Alila Villas Soori (0361) 894-6388 www.alilavillassoori.com

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NEW&NEWS

BOOK OF CUISINES ‘N FLAVORS Chris Salans, the chef-owner of the Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique in Bali proudly launches his first book titled Mozaic: French Cuisine, Balinese Flavours that shares the secret of Mozaicstyle recipes and Chef Salans’ passion for the Balinese culture through the exploration of traditional ingredients. The book representation was started in Singapore with an official launch reception on September 13 and followed by a cocktail celebration at the Mozaic Restaurant in Ubud on September 22 and ended off with a series of events in Jakarta on September 28 2011. Mozaic: French Cuisine, Balinese Flavours is published and distributed by Editions Didier Millet (EDM), a Singapore-based publisher known for its sophisticated approach to Asian history, culture and people. Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique, www.mozaic-bali.com

SUSTAINABLE AND EARTH FRIENDLY

GETTING AROUND THE TOWN Now the Trans Sarbagita buses are officially operating, it will serve Denpasar, Badung, Gianyar, and Tabanan, which routes will be divided into three corridors. At the moment, the bus only serves the second corridor that starts from the bus station in Batubulan and ends at BTDC in Nusa Dua. The passengers can take the bus at bus stops with intervals of every 15 minutes. The bus tickets can be bought while you’re already inside the bus, collected by the steward and valid only for the one-way trip arriving at your destination bus stop. The price is only Rp. 3,500 for the general public and Rp. 2,500 for students. The bus will operate from 5 a.m. ‘til 9 p.m. every day. www.trans.sarbagita.com 18

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Novotel Bali Nusa Dua Hotel & Residences has successfully showed their commitment to operate at the world’s highest environmental standard and sustainability. It has achieved the prestigious EarthCheck certified status under the EarthCheck Certification Program managed by EC3 Global. The certification process involves either an onsite audit or offsite assessment by an EarthCheck approved independent third party auditor to check key environmental indicators including energy and water consumption, waste sent to landfill and community commitment. The EarthCheck Program is a worldwide benchmarking, certification and performance improvement system, assisting the travel and tourism industry to attain sustainability. EarthCheck provides a certification system that responds directly to the major environmental problems facing the planet, including climate change, waste reduction and non-renewable resource management. Novotel Bali Nusa Dua Hotel & Residences Jalan Pantai Mengiat – BTDC Complex, Nusa Dua, (0361) 848-0555

ERATA

In the New & News section of Bali & Beyond Magazine September edition page 12 titled “BENVENUTO”, there was a misspelling in the name of Bulgari Hotel & Resort Bali’s new Executive Chef de Cuisine for its Italian restaurant Il Ristorante. It should be MAURIZIO BOMBINI instead of Maurizio Bombani. Our Editorial team apologizes for the glitch and any inconvenience caused.

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CRAFT&CULTURE

A Tale of a Balinese Bride… Almost all adult men and women on the face of the planet end up tying the knot. But as customs vary from one point on the map to the other, each and every couple has their own story to tell...

was only 20 years old when my

responsibilities of the adat or traditional

inquiries as would be encountered in the

older cousin got married. She asked

social functions. So when they reach that

village communities. Yet these questions

me to accompany her to the bale

age but still do not marry, they would

become somewhat inevitable when

daja, the household pavilion which

normally face the same questions over

coming home to my village, be it during

often serves as a meeting place to

and over again from their community,

the times of temple anniversaries or for

discuss family and social matters,

the typical question of, “When?”

other purposes. At times they would make

as my other brothers and sisters were

I received my first “When?” back when

comparisons with other girls of the same

busy helping outside attending to arriving

I was still 25. At the beginning, I was lucky

age as me who live in the village who

guests. That day the groom to be,

that having resided in Denpasar, a city with

indeed mostly marry in their early 20s.

his family and several other relatives

a mix of social backgrounds, heterogenic

came to propose, referred to as ngidih

and which in recent times have become

or perhaps they are only expressing care,

in the local Balinese social-lingo, which

more individualistic, people did not throw

attention or concern and at the same time

roughly can be translated as to ‘ask for’

out the questions or carry out nosy

anxiety, considering me too busy with

or to ‘acquire’ rather than ‘pop the question’. When the man and his family pay a visit to ‘ask for’ the family’s girl – this means something for sure. According to Balinese tradition, the visiting party would be received at the bale daja. Both families meet, accompanied by a group of elders and village heads or representatives. They attend as witnesses and moderators if serious matters arise. My cousin was 25 years old at that time. This age is widely referred as the ripe age to get married and start a family. finished her studies and in these modern times with a steady occupation, would be deemed socially ready for matrimony – and to multiply. They are considered mature enough to carry out the duties and 20

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PHOTOS BY PUTU EKA

The Balinese girl at 20 years, having

Perhaps they never wanted to judge

The Balinese girls at 20 years are widely referred old enough to multiply and socially ready for matrimony. They are considered mature enough to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the adat or traditional social functions.

a career and possibly forgetting about my

different customs and local traditions.

forum. That day in front of the circle she

personal and social life. Or perhaps they

Here it is referred to as ‘desa, kala, patra’

was formally proposed to, to which she

are concerned about my health, because

or ‘place, time, and situation’ – meaning

answered, “I do”.

it is generally thought that risks get higher

not everything can easily be implemented

giving birth at ages over 30. But whatever it

yet must refer and adhere to this combined

towards the family temple or sanggah,

may be, the questions are greatly annoying.

trio.

a place of ancestral worship for each

Anyway, back to my cousin.

That is what was emphasized during

Not long afterwards, they proceeded

Balinese Hindu family compound in

I remembered that day she appeared

the proposition event. They carried out the

Bali. She ‘requested permission’ of her

significantly nervous. Repetitively saying so

discussion at the bale daja, a traditional

ancestors to depart from the family to

and peeking behind the bale door.

Balinese compound building located at the

enter into the family of her future husband.

At the beginning I had no idea how such

Balinese geocentric orientation of ‘toward

a talk became such a long discussion

the mountains’ or equivalent to north

day, the group headed off to the groom’s

whereas both sides should have already

among the southern Balinese – a place to

family’s house. And it was there that the

well agreed beforehand. But marriages

host guests and conduct formal meetings.

wedding ceremonies were done. I rode

here are apparently not just merely among

We waited until my aunt, my cousin’s

When all prayers were finished that

along in one of the cars in the convoy.

the two couples and their families, but

dear mother, arrived knocking on the door.

My cousin and her future husband sat in

also between villages together with their

She ‘escorted’ her daughter to join in the

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fastened on the left and right hand

and usually accepted as the ‘spring time’

or wealthier families would opt for

sides of the windshield.

in Bali when flowers all bloom. Thus it is

a reception held elsewhere like at a function

believed as the month of blossoming and

building, hotel, or restaurant. The event

blessings for marriage and worship.

would be attended by the whole family,

During the ‘wedding season’ in Bali (a time when all the ‘good dates’ for weddings show up on the Balinese

That day when we arrived at the house

colleagues, and neighbors of both sides.

calendar), you will see many vehicles

of the bride, she switched again into a

It could be imagined how many invitations

in a convoy with such similar attributes

more decorated outfit. We call this payas

need to be sent out and invitees to be

traversing the roads. Many houses will be

agung, with high golden flower ornaments.

tended to at such an event. Maintaining a

seen decorated with their gates having

She looked radiant, more beautiful and

smile and continuously shaking hands and

banners bearing “Om Swastyastu” across

fulsome than ever before.

exchanging greetings with so many people,

them, a wishful greeting expressing peace within the heart. The Balinese usually marry during the

The ceremonies commenced when

sets in contrast to the fact that the bride

the pedanda, the high priest who was to

and bridegroom, together with their parents

bless the two in holy matrimony, arrived.

and families, frequently must skip meals or

Balinese tenth month or sasih kedasa

For a while they followed on with the

must endure the lengthy hours under such

(which usually coincides with the Gregorian

processions that all aimed to sanction

heavy costumes and makeup. Well, coming

months of March to April) or the Balinese

the marriage with the community, the

under the spotlight and being a celebrity is

fourth moon (usually September to

underworld, the ancestors, and the whole

not an easy task – even for just a day!

October). The months are based on the

universe as their rightful witnesses.

Balinese calendar cycle. The tenth moon,

The event came to a close with

Several years had passed and the time had come for my own turn, as a Balinese

Kedasa, also hints at the word kedas, which

delicious treats, snacks and drinks

bride. Yet my position slightly differed from

means ‘clean and holy’, thus, ‘blessed

distributed among those who attended.

where my cousin had been. While she had

month to start a consecrated relationship’.

Usually the schedule would continue with

‘waited’ to be proposed to, I was the one

Meanwhile, kapat is the fourth moon

a wedding reception straight afterwards,

who actually did the proposing.

PHOTOS BY PUTU EKA

On this happy day, the bride and groom to be have to follow rituals in the wedding ceremony. In every ritual there is wisdom for them to learn in hope to have a long and merry marriage.

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PHOTOS BY MURDANI USMAN

The Pedanda, Balinese’s high priest, is blessing the two in holy matrimony, who later will follow the processions intended to sanction the marriage with the community, the underworld, the ancestors, and the whole universe as their rightful witnesses. Picture at left shows a Balinese bride with her Payas Agung

The Balinese in general adopt a

The night was no longer young when

patrilineal system, where a male must

the last guest bade us farewell. Then came

continue the family’s lineage. Therefore

the time to clean up and take a good rest.

a male bears an important status among

The honeymoon might have to wait until

Balinese families. But there is no need

the day after, as not many couples get to

to worry, as if a couple has no boy to

enjoy theirs straight after. Routines and all

become their heir, the daughter may

that come with it immediately kick back

stay at home and ask for a partner to ‘enter’ her family. It was a day of thrills. Happiness filled

into the scene. On the big day I woke up very, very

Meanwhile, looking back I realize that

early and found that the tukang payas

I have escaped the annoying inquiry of

the air as in just moments to come.

or makeup artist was already waiting.

“When?” But another annoyance soon enters

A loving pair is to be united. Yet also

I donned the golden outfit with golden

the scene, “When’s the first child coming?”

crossing our minds were the responsibilities

flower ornaments. I wore this outfit all day

Oh well, keeping a positive mind, they must

and the heavy loads to be placed upon our

long, starting from the rituals up to the

surely be putting a lot of attention and

shoulders, from family duties, our jobs, the

reception that continued to late at night.

concern towards us, aren’t they?

customs, ceremonies, and so forth. Several days before the big day

Other brides get the chance to change

So… Happy weddings to all those

their attire in the afternoon to lighter and

who have recently tied the knot, as well

I was extremely busy helping out with the

less ornate outfits, but others don’t get

as to those who are looking forward to

ceremonial preparations, starting with

the slightest time because guests keep

that special day of a lifetime. Many will be

asking guidance from wise men for ‘good

on arriving. Families, friends and parent’s

newlyweds soon, because between the end

dates’, preparing the intricate banten flower

friends, colleagues from the workplace,

of September until the end of October,

offerings as well as the preliminary offerings,

new and old, so many arrive to witness

is after all sasih Kapat! ■

designing invitations and distributing them

the event, so many wishes and words of

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

as well as a load of other errands.

blessings are exchanged.

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“Junior Suite Interior”

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Arriving at the New Junior Suite, I was pleased to open the door and see The Breeze’s themes well maintained throughout; with frangipani flowers, orchids, and a large flat-screen, a unified sense of being both surrounded by Bali’s ancient traditions and modern conveniences continued, inside. The suite’s fourth wall was but floor-to-ceiling glass doors with thick, earth-toned curtains to match the bedding and sofa. Doors opened on the pool and balcony, complete with sofas and tables and more orchids; the distinction between inside and outside blurred, and beach winds swirled in my room’s nooks, one large bathroom and a powder room, while I read. Oval stone tablet sinks, a deep bath, maroon-colored towels, and a myriad of other amenities made these two rooms more than inviting. But whether you’re on the first floor or the third, there’s always a pull to stroll out to use other nearby facilities, like the gym, the tennis court, or the internet cafe. The streets of Bali are a veritable maze that The Breeze’s considerate new design contrasts, thoughtfully. Though still more priceless experiences wait beyond the resort, a range of great clubs and restaurants are all in walking distance. The Breezes Bali is in downtown Seminyak, one of Bali’s more upscale areas, with equally upscale surf, clubs and restaurants. And for what can’t be reached on foot, the well-spoken

Front Office Staff can make the connections to get you there. I’ve never been to a resort that fosters such an openness to be included with the rest of the guests, however. As is very Balinese, whether with family, partner, or travelling solo and seeking thrills, you feel like part of a whole here. The swimming pool is tell-tale of their spirit of acceptance, as the family pool with its manmade beach connects beneath a narrow bridge to the well-stocked swim-up bar. And at the diverse breakfast buffet, waiting for my omelet to be folded like an envelope before me, I note that there appears to be no line to cross for families, couples, and singles to say hello. It’s not always this way at other resorts--or in other cultures. This alone is not one of The Breeze’s new developments, but something that brings guests back for another go. The more recent refinements at the resort speak of attention to detail, whether in terms of functionality, fancifulness, or tasteful decadence. The diverse menus of the two restaurants, the skilled masseuses at The Spa, the Gamelan-and-funk mix at the inner restaurant, the live entertainment at d’Base Restaurant, and even simply the fruit baskets, speak well of the resort’s impassioned designers, employees, and staff. Whether on a casual holiday, with family, or on honeymoon, this suite, like the resort, and the island it’s on, provides a complete experience of Bali.

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INVITE&INDULGE

ESCAPING FOR TWO

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The magic of Bali has attracted thousands of visitors each year who always want to return to discover new things, including honeymooners. Choices of interesting places and activities are offered for unforgettable moments after the vows have been spoken.

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A LOVE TREATMENT

fresh lime scents that greet you when

From the day that the love knot is tied

enter the suite.

forever, a new book of love stories begins.

Wrap yourself in a sarong and get

If you have visited some romantic places

ready to explore the world of beauty. In the

in the island during your honeymoon

beginning the floral footbath soothes your

hideaway, try to step into Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most

tired feet, then the treatment continues

favorite destination, Seminyak. The area

with a Citrus Body Wash body cleansing,

has a lot to offer for an unforgettable city

and get ready to experience the real

experience, but in the beauty of tropical

Balinese Massage. The next treatment

leisure. You can have great shopping

is a scrub to remove all dead skin cells

experiences, relax at the beach, or try

and dirt so the skin can become glowing,

romantic spa treatments for two.

and finishes by having some time in the

If you are seeking the ultimate couple

Jacuzzi. All honeymooners who take the

massage experience, try the Romantic

Romantic Retreat spa treatment will bring

Retreat at the Ayur Spa at the Kayana.

home a spa gift.

An array of 150 minute treatments will

Try the Ayur Spa treatment for men,

pamper both newlyweds with a selection

Men from Mars. Let him experience this

of natural spa ingredients in a romantically

unique way of recharging by having a Floral

designed spa suite that is located right in

Footbath, a Hot Stone Sensation massage,

the villa complex across from the Dauh

and closing with the Balinese Spicy Boreh

restaurant. Feel the homey ambience with

Body Mask. There is the Women from BALI&BEYOND OCTOBER 2011

Venus where women can have a totally

shopping the world’s best designer fashion

is often used as a stopover for tourists to

blissful moment that balances the mind,

and furniture, or try Bali’s best dishes that

enjoy the view of Mount Batur and Lake

body and soul by having a Floral Footbath,

can be found all along Jalan Petitenget.

Batur, follow the road to the lake and

Citrus Body Wash, Exotic Herbal Massage,

soon you will arrive at Toya Bungkah. The

Delightful Chocolate Facial and ends in

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road to Toya Bungkah is very narrow and

the Jacuzzi.

Jalan Petitenget, Kerobokan Kelod

winding, surrounded with Eucalyptus trees

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and piles of lava-rocks along the way.

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I cannot take my eyes off of the top of

For more intimate moments, you can have a treatment in your private villa and the Kayana’s spa specialists will bring all

Mount Batur, as it is so high and seems

the joy to you. Also you can choose which

CHALLENGING KINTAMANI

massage oil blends best suit your needs,

It seems like Kintamani was created as

whether it’s island Essence Oil, Kayana Oil,

a playground for adventurers so they can

the mountain and lake in the morning from

Tranquility Oil, or Peace Oil.

experience something different. Located

Toya Bungkah or Pura Jati. Experience

Enjoy the private villa that is designed

like it’s touching the sky. Take your loved one cycling around

1,500 meters above sea level, the area has

the adventure of reaching the top of

to blend with a tropical ambience but

a spectacular view with its beautiful Batur

Mount Batur starting from Kedisan Port

with a modern and minimalist touch. Stay

Mountain and lake that is very challenging

and arriving at Abang Village. The route

at the Kayana and explore Seminyak

to conquer. For the couple that loves

will pass the houses of the Balinese that

at a convenience distance to the many

adventure, going around Kintamani and

live around the site, with vegetable fields

attractions that are offered around,

the area surrounding it can be a great

and the green hills of Abang Mountain,

including having a night out at the closest

choice for a honeymoon.

a volcano that is no longer active. If you

club-lounges at Hu’u and Potato Head,

After passing Panelokan, a place that

want something more extreme, you can try down-hill trekking from those hills then paddling a canoe back to the port.

INDULGING IN UBUD Ubud is the top honeymoon destination in the island. It is a perfect place to spend time together in a tranquil atmosphere with the sensation of true Balinese culture. With all its classical aspects, Ubud has picturesque tropical nature, rice paddy fields, traditional culture that is still preserved, and the beauty of its people that always welcomes everyone. For this special moment, stay in a special place that embraces the beauty of the island at Kayumanis Ubud Private Villas & Spa. Situated on the hills near the Ayung River, Kayumanis Ubud Private Villas &

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Spa offers a great escape far away from

The roads in Kintamani are very challenging to conquer. Biking in Kintamani is another option to spend a great time 28 BALI&BEYOND OCTOBER 2011 for honeymooners who love adventures.

the hustle of the city. Relax at your private villa that is designed as a blend of ethnic, modern, and traditional aesthetic with luxury facilities and private butler service that will be ready to assist you 24 hours a day. Each villa has its own swimming pool and an open-air garden bath viewing the lush tropical forest and river.

with chocolate powder will greet the

would like to have a memorable time during their honeymoon in Bali. In the daytime, the couple can enjoy a

couple prior to their arrival at their private

picnic lunch in Buahan Village or go around

villa. In the afternoon, take a bath full with

the town of Ubud. View beautiful scenes

flower petals as compliment to warm your

along the rice paddy fields in Campuhan,

romance. Enjoy some lazy time and a late

or stop at the Ayung riverside to listen to

breakfast in your villa or try Kayumanis

nature’s music. In the afternoon, sipping

Ubud Private Villas & Spa’s specialty Thai

an afternoon coffee or fresh juice at a

food for lunch at the Kayumanis restaurant,

restaurant in Tegallalang while viewing

Dining Corner.

the best terraced rice paddy fields can

To celebrate the new unity, try

make the moment of two people in love

Kayumanis Ubud Private Villas & Spa’s

unforgettable. At night, don’t miss the Tari

best offer that should not be missed for

Legong or Tari Kecak shows that are often

every honeymooner that stays in the

played in the temple or Puri Ubud. The

establishment. Have an ultimate romantic

Kayumanis Ubud Private Villas & Spa has

celebration with private fine dining under

a shuttle services that will take you anytime

the star studded sky and dim light of the

and anywhere within Ubud. ■

candles that will be placed around the

Text by Intan Tanjung, Dwi Putri

dining deck. It’s an intimate journey for

Ratnasari & Ayos Purwoaji

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A honeymoon cake made from chocolate mousse, bread and topped

two with a four course delectable dinner that can be chosen to suit your personal taste preferences. Traditional Balinese

KAYUMANIS UBUD

music, Rindik, will be played during the

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dining time that will blend with the sounds

Sayan, Ubud

of the Ayung River. This romantic dining

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experience also welcomes outsiders who

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A Secret Revealed What does it feel like to stay in a city within

Beach and enjoy the Welcome experience

have something at whatever time, ring

a tropical town? Well, for me it feels very

over drinks or sweets. And the fantastic

the Whatever/Whenever service that will

good! If you’re looking for an extraordinary

word WOW will be heard again and

satisfy your needs as long as it’s legal.

experience where you want to enjoy a

again as you take a tour of Bali’s newest

resort holiday with city ambience, the best

scene WooBar, a three-story bar on the

W Retreat & Spa Bali offers E-WOW

destination is the W Retreat & Spa Bali.

beach that is featured in an electric tone.

and WOW suites for all jet setters that

Join the spectacular parties and great

are visiting the island. For the perfect

edge design, contemporary lifestyle,

performances at sunset time and stay ‘til

completion of a hip hideaway,

modern comfort and a new level of

the stars start twinkling.

experience its best culinary ideas at

Bringing a new dimension of cutting-

indulgence to Bali, the W Retreat & Spa

The real experience is the stay

Boasting the utmost in luxury, the

the Fire Restaurant and Starfish Bloo.

Bali is the first W Hotel in Indonesia where

itself. As soon as you enter the aquatic

Why not try the spectacular Sunday

locals and guests arriving at the retreat can

green hued room that was inspired by

brunch that have been the best talk

have a totally different hideaway experience

Bali’s surrounding seascapes, with the

of the town to complete your

in the trendy enclave of Seminyak.

music playing from the BOSE in-room

spectacular holiday experience? ■

The WOW word is often heard when

entertainment system greeting, your

a newcomer steps into the spacious

mood will change excitement. With full

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PONDERINGPOINT

‘YES, I DO, BUT…’

t was just a weeklong holiday, but Michael’s heart was

provide a letter that states they are single and have no other

left forever in Bali. He met a stunning Indonesian girl and

obligation. Foreigners can get the statement letter from their

has been in love with her ever since. They maintained

country’s consulate or embassy in Indonesia. If the bride/groom

a long distance relationship for a while and then he

is widow/widower or divorced, they have to be able to provide

decided to spend more time with her in Bali. After a while

a letter of divorce or death certificate.

being with her, during sunset time at their favorite beach,

Getting married in Indonesia is unique. It seems easy but it can

Michael went down on his knee and said the once-in-a-lifetime

sometimes be complicated. Most couples think that they will be

words that all girls want to hear…,

stuck with lots of paperwork, but it’s not true. There is one more principal that needs to be agreed upon before the couple decides

‘Will you marry me…?’

to get married. Indonesia may not be a country which laws are based on

Well, it might sound tacky but it’s not just a story from a novel.

a religion, but religion has a big role in the country. There are five

Instead, this kind of romance happens very often in Bali. Millions

religions that people are allowed to have and every citizen has to

of people visiting Bali fall in love with the beauty of the island,

have a religion. This is the thing that sometimes becomes a major

and some adore its people. As home to multicultural ethnicities

problem for a marriage in Indonesia, not only for a foreigner who

where people with different nationalities come as tourists or as

marries an Indonesian but sometimes also for Indonesian brides

expatriates and interact with the locals, Bali has many love stories

and grooms who have different beliefs and religions.

from mixed couples that have blossomed on the island. It seems

All marriages that take place in Indonesia must be of the same

that the number of mixed couples is growing all the time, whether

religion. Usually this is done in a religious ceremony, and then later

the couples reside on the island or in another country.

will be recorded legally. In this case somebody has to convert their

But love isn’t always as sweet as chocolate and the journey to

beliefs so that the marriage is legitimate, religiously and legally.

a happy marriage isn’t as smooth as silk. Mixed marriage becomes

But take note that a mixed marriage has to be registered legally,

an interesting issue for discussion especially here in Indonesia.

and it’s illegal to have a religious wedding ceremony without

When people from two different cultures combine to become one,

having it registered by the government.

there are differences to tolerate and each person has to accept

But after being legally declared husband and wife, a mixed

it as well as to learn to blend in to the other culture. They have to

couple has to face other difficulties to have a happy life together

understand each other’s customs, life rhythms, and values, as well

in Indonesia. First, the foreigners have to face the fact that their

as norms in the big family and surrounding society. The couple

stay permit is very limited. They are not entitled to work with their

often has culture shock when they start living together, and it takes

marriage stay permit visa even though they live in the country.

time to get used to each other.

If they wish to work, the working permit visa has to be sponsored

Before the wedding is held, the bride and groom have to 32

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by the company who hires them. A new regulation has actually

changed this law such that foreigners who have been married

from contract marriages and give them a future if the foreigner

to an Indonesian for two years can now work in the country,

leaves her/him. This rumor was spread in the mass media in

but it’s not yet been announced when this regulation will

Indonesia and caused some confusion amongst mixed couples

be imposed.

that wanted to tie the knot in the very near future. And again, it’s

Secondly, if the couple wants to buy a property after they get married, for example a house or land, the property is entitled to

hard to get an explanation for this as there is no official website or trustful source that can explain this clearly.

belong to both. Each has the same right to the property. As we

Although it’s confusing, at least mixed couples can now be

know foreigners are not allowed to own property in Indonesia,

happy as their mixed child is now entitled to have two nationalities

so if the Indonesian spouse dies the foreigner who inherited the

until they’re 18 and then choose which nationality they want to

property can only use it or rent it for a very limited time without

have. Well, it seems that it still takes a long time period for mixed

having the right to own it. The foreigner has to give the property

couples to have equal rights under the laws of Indonesia. But love

to the Indonesian government 1 year after they’ve started to

is the greatest energy, so it’s not impossible that in the end mixed

own it, unless they have a pre-nuptial agreement that states that

couples can raise a family and live happily ever after until death do

the wealth earned during the marriage is entitled as personal/

them part in this beautiful country. ■

private wealth, not belonging to both. In this case, the wealth

Text by Intan Tanjung, Photo by Muhammad Mufadel

can be passed on to the children of the couple or to the family, depending on what the letter states. A few months ago there was a rumor that all foreigners who

*Taken from all sources & regulations (UU No. 1/1974 about Marriage in Indonesia, UU No. 5/1960 about Agrarian Affairs,

want to marry an Indonesian have to provide USD 50,000 as a

UU No. 12/2006 about Indonesian Citizenship)

deposit to the bride/groom, which will be kept by the Marriage

For clearer and trusted information regarding legal topic, please

Department. It is said that the money can protect Indonesians

kindly contact an authorized organization/lawyer/embassy

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FOTOFOLIO

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NUPTIALS AT NUNIA TWO LOVES ARE NOW TIED, NOW IT’S TIME TO HAVE THE INTIMATE MOMENT. CELEBRATE A NEW HARMONY AT THE STYLISH RETREAT OF NUNIA VILLAS, SEMINYAK - BALI AND HAVE AN UNFORGETTABLE HONEYMOON EXPERIENCE.

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Start your day with a lovely breakfast and a great love

Enjoy relaxing by the pool and every moment spent in the comfortable ambience of Nunia Villas - Seminyak, Bali

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Take a stroll for a romantic afternoon in the heart of Seminyak

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It’s the colour of love....

Honeymooners, enjoy a romantic package which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner served in your villa by your own butler. The next day, be pampered with the Balinese Spa for Two. Service and smile to be remembered!

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LOCATION : Nunia Villas, Seminyak – Bali (by Premier Hospitality Management), www.villanunia.com, www.balipremiermanagement.com PHOTOGRAPHER : Ida Bagus Sudiatnyana, 081-9363-69691; TALENT : Tasya and Deva; WARDROBE : Ali Charisma and Talent’s own collection

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

Fun Feast ‘n Festive! 40

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LIGHT UP THE WORLD

PHOTO COURTESY OF HENNY DESTYARINI

PHOTO COURTESY OF PIPING, MAGIC WAVE

Before the monsoon season takes over and rain pours down on the island, a list of festivals is about to start. This October, Bali will celebrate the festive month with the Kuta Karnival and the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival.

Paddle for Peace

The tag line ‘A Celebration of Life’ became the hope to start

es, it’s fun guaranteed! You can have a week

a new and promising journey to revive Bali as a holiday destination

of excitement by joining the Kuta Karnival

for everyone. The second Bali Bomb tragedy in 2005 didn’t

2011. This year the event will be held from

dampen the spirit to carry on. The carnival still continued to

October 14 - 16 along Kuta Beach, with

commemorate and show the commitment to fight against human

‘Light Up the World’ as its theme. It has been

violence and terrorism attacks.

9 years since the event was first started in

This year, the Kuta Karnival receives the Indonesia Travel &

2003, initially established and organized by the people of Kuta in

Tourism Award 2010/2011 in the Best Indonesia Leading Tourism

response to first Bali Bomb in October of 2002, which brought

Event category from the ITTA Foundation. As the work of the local

such negative impact to the tourism industry in the island.

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Beach and will be enlivened with music performances, fashion

the globe, the Kuta Karnival has become an inspiration to organize

shows, bartender flairs, a kid’s zone and much more.

similar events as promoting tourism in Indonesia. This 9th annual Kuta Karnival will ‘Light Up the World’ starting

NANDURIN KARANG AWAK

on Friday, October 14 from 3:00-5.30 p.m. attended by local

Having the same intention as the Kuta Karnival, the Ubud

government officials and community leaders of Kuta. Indonesia’s

Writers & Readers Festival was first started in 2004 and has

Ministry of Tourism and Culture Jero Wacik will officially open

become an iconic tourism event in Ubud to create a world-

the event. After the opening there will be performances such as

class literary event. Reputable writers from all around the globe

traditional Balinese dances and a colossal Kecak dance, a Sunset

as well as Indonesian’s attend the festival and also readers

Beach Parade along Kuta Beach starting at 4 p.m. from Pura

who want to get closer to their favorite writers.

Segara to Halfway beach in front Benesari Street, and its symbolic

The event was the idea of Janet De Neefe, a co-director

Paddle for Peace that invites all surfers to paddle out to the sea

of the Mudra Swari Saraswati Foundation, an independent,

and form a circle.

non-profit and non-government organization that focuses

Starting right from the beginning of the event, people can join

on enriching the lives and livelihoods of Indonesians through

the Kite Festival and taste the culinary offerings of the island’s best

the development of a range of community-building arts and

restaurants, hotels, and pubs at the Food Festival. Both events

cultural programs. The revenue from the festival will be used

will start at 4 p.m. and the Kite Festival will end at 6.30 p.m. and

by the foundation to pursue its mission. The members are

the Food Festival at 10 p.m. The event will take place at Benesari

Drs. Ketut Suardana, Janet De Neefe, Ni Wayan Widiatmini,

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Crowd and activities of Sanur Village Festival from previous years

I Wayan Juniartha, and Ni Wayan Ariani. With this event, writers and readers can interact and bond with no boundaries. They can share stories, ideas, exchange cultural views, and expose Indonesian masterpieces to the world as well as to introduce the work of international writers to the Indonesian audience. The ANZ Ubud Writers & Readers Festival 2011 will carry the PHOTOS COURTESY OF SANUR VILLAGE FESTIVAL

theme of Nandurin Karang Awak (Cultivate the Land Within), which is inspired by a line in Gaguritan Salampah Laku composed by Ida Pedanda Made Sidemen, Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest Kawi-Wiku or Poet-Priest. Geguritan is a long poem that was written in traditional metres. With passionate debate, challenging workshops, festive book launches, intimate conversations, feasts for the body and soul and many other interesting activities, writers and readers can share their experiences and have the chances to learn everything from travel writing, food writing, and editing on to the art of literary criticism starting from October 5-9. The event will be attended by Putu Wijaya, an Indonesian living BALI&BEYOND OCTOBER 2011

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legend, and award-winning writers Albert Wendt and Anita Heiss.

list of creative and fun-filled activities within a week in the Sanur

They will be discussing the perception of indigenous people about

area that involves Sanur’s hotels, community, tourism industry and

the concept of land and how they relate to literary, philosophy and

government of Denpasar.

religion. There are also cultural activities such as Balinese Cooking

The National Flori & Flora Week 2011 is the 4th regularly held

Classes, batik making, and concocting traditional herbal remedies.

national-scale horticultural exhibition event of an international

For younger attendees, the UWRF has arranged its first program

standard. Many plants and flora will be displayed as well as

for teenagers and children at no charge.

vegetables, fruits and herbs. The event was initiated by the Indonesian Department of Agriculture.

SANUR VILLAGE FESTIVAL

Usually Sanur Village Festival is held during August-September,

In the following month, there is another festival to celebrate. The

but because there will be three festivals merging this year and it

Sanur Village Festival is a trademark of Sanur to join the colorful

needs a larger area, this 6th Sanur Village Festival will take place in

annual tradition in Bali, which will be held from November 19-23.

November at the Matahari Terbit Beach in Sanur. The International

This year the Sanur Village Festival will collaborate with the Flori &

Kite Festival that was held in August this year was actually a part

Flora Week 2011 to bring a big crowd to Sanur. The Flori & Flora

of the Sanur Village Festival. But because the wind at Sanur shore

Week 2011 itself will be merged with the Denpasar Horticulture

won’t be as strong during November, the International Kite Festival

Festival as well as the Sanur Village Festival 2011 with the hope of

started earlier. ■

promoting Sanur and Denpasar as exciting tourist destinations.

Text by Intan Tanjung

The Sanur Village Festival was established by a local community foundation, Yayasan Pembangunan Sanur, as an

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effort to bring back the image of Sanur as one of the first holiday

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destinations in Bali. Celebrating the festival, the foundation held a

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BEYONDBALI

TOWN OF A THOUSAND CAVES Tuban is a small town located on north calcareous area of East Java, about 100 km from Surabaya. In this small town, there are caves that keep the historical story from the past.

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Underground river flowing inside Gua Akbar

was born in the town of Tuban,

the town, the three caves below are

history. A local village resident said that

but had never been to any tourist

unique. They are not just big holes in the

the cave was used by the Mataram

attraction except Boom, a beach

earth with stalactites and stalagmites, but

Kingdom’s army to hide from the attack

on the north side of the town

each of them has a story to tell…

of the Majapahit Kingdom. There were

that I always visited with my Dad

bones and armaments found in the cave

THE WITNESS OF HISTORY

during its discovery. In the early Islamic

town is on north calcareous area of East

The first cave I visited was Gua Akbar. Gua

era in Indonesia, Gua Akbar was used by

Java, about 100 km from Surabaya, the

Akbar (The Great Cave) is the closest cave,

the early Muslim messengers to meditate

capital city of the province of East Java.

located only 1 km from downtown Tuban

and broadcast their religion to the early

Tuban was the busiest port during the era

in the Ngabar village right under the Pasar

converters. The history of Tuban, the

of the Majapahit Kingdom, and played an

Baru (a traditional market of Tuban). The

arrival of Chinese, and the story of Muslim

important role in this ancient kingdom. It

cave is the largest in the town, 1.2 km in

messengers are illustrated on the wall at

also became a gateway for Arabic Muslim

length and 1 hectare wide stretching to

the cave’s entrance.

merchants to enter Java.

the north from Pasar Baru to Boom

when I was still a toddler. The

And few days ago I made a plan to visit some tourist attractions in Tuban, so I googled to find out what places I must

Before the Government took over,

Beach. Every day the cave is visited

Gua Akbar was considered haunted by

by thousands of people.

the local residents. They used the cave as

It is believed that the cave is 2 million

a landfill to throw their trash in. But soon

visit and then was struck by Tuban’s

years old, based on archeological

after it was renovated in 1996, the cave

promotional tag line. It is said that Tuban

research. There are fossils of sea creatures

becomes one of the most popular tourist

is a town of 1,000 caves, although there

and ancient shells in the caves that can still

attractions in the town.

are actually 56 caves that have been

be seen now with the naked eye. The cave

discovered so far. From all the caves in

has played an important role in Tuban’s

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pond full of fresh water fish and three halls that are often used as a resting area for visitors who want to take a break after a long walk. The three halls inside are believed to have been used as a meeting point for the Muslim messengers, and you can see a stone that looks like a podium in one of the halls. The path I followed took me deeper into the cave. As I walked further inside, I heard the river flowing and felt some water drops touch my head. The river is part of an underground river that is believed to be connected with Gua Ngerong and A mosque built inside the cave of Pondok Pesantren Al Maghrobi

ends in the North Sea of Java. There is also a water spring named Sendang Tirta Merta, which means that this cave gave hope and prosperity to the residents. The

shops on the way to the cave, so it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make you feel like you are going to an

Akbar has its own beauty. The cave has beautiful and colorful

ancient cave. But you will be amazed as

lighting in every spot and corner that

soon as you reach the entrance.

makes it not too scary looking. I could not

cave also has a lot of ornaments, halls and undiscovered alleys that are interesting and very historical.

stop adoring the cave and feel very safe

A HOME OF GOD

the cave you will be greeted by the smell of

although I walked in by myself. The cave

There was a soldier who heard a whisper in

the bats that hang on the wall and ceiling.

is very clean and very neat, which means

his dream that he should buy 3 hectares of

But the smell will disappear after you go

that the government does really take care

land in the Kedungombo district Tuban on

a few meters further inside. The stalactites

of it. A paved route with iron gates guides

1 Syuro 2001. The land was abandoned,

and stalagmites in Gua Akbar are not so

the way and assures touristsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; safety and

dry and very calcareous, so nobody would

dramatic like its neighboring cave, the

comfort while exploring the cave.

ever dream to build a house on it. But this

As you step down the stairs and enter

Maharani Cave in Lamongan, but Gua 48

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Going further inside, you will find a

soldier bought it anyway and was surprised

when he found caves below the land. Although a conflict with local

and is called the Gua Putri Ayu, which is named upon ‘the spirit’ who stays inside

government ensued, as they wanted to

the cave. The mosque can hold 600

take over the cave found on his land,

people and is decorated beautifully. When

the soldier named KH Subhan Mubarok

you enter this mosque you feel like are

later renovated the cave and changed its

entering a palace. The room is very

function to be a religious boarding dorm

bright and gleaming with strong pillars

and a mosque. He also built a miniature

and colorful ambience.

of Cube in Mecca inside the cave, placed

Besides this, there are several other

colorful lamps in every spot and carved

rooms in the dorm and also some areas

many wise sayings on the cave wall in

that have not yet been renovated. There

Arabic, ancient Java writing, and also

is a room with thick carpet near Gua Putri

in Indonesian. The result is amazing, as

Ayu that is used to welcome VIP guests,

this three year-old dorm became the first

and behind this there are plenty of smaller

underground dorm in Indonesia, although

caves that are used for meditation. It is

it cost Rp. 1.4 billion.

believed that earlier Muslim messengers

Surrounded by a one-meter high wall, nobody would think that behind is the

also did their meditation in these caves. Everyday KH. Subhan Mubarok receives

Pondok Pesantren Perut Bumi Al Maghrobi

many visitors who ask for his blessing,

(Underground Dormitory and Classroom).

and this dorm survives from the donations

14 meters from the gate, you will be taken

given by these visitors. The ‘cave’ has

down into a totally new world. No cameras

become a school for students who want

are allowed and you have to take off your

to study Islam and it becomes a home for

shoes or sandals, as this area is sacred.

them, thanks to everybody who has given

The biggest space is used as a mosque

donations. But although this is not

Bat, fish and turtle that stay at Gua Ngerong.

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BANCAR

JAVA SEA TAMBAKBOYO

JENU TO LASEM

MARAKURAK KEREK

JATI ROGO

AKBAR CAVE

SUNAN BONANG GRAVE TUBAN CITY PALANG TO PACIRAN BEACH SURABAYA

KENDURUAN SEMANDING MOTONG BANGILAN

SINGGAHAN

SENORI LOME PLUMPANG

NGERONG CAVE

RENGEL

PARENGAN WIDANG SOKO

TUBAN REGENCY EAST JAVA

TO SURABAYA

TO BOJONEGORO

a tourist attraction, this underground dorm

is little bit difficult, so to find it you should

urine that meant that the cave was close.

is worth to visit, especially to remind us that

take somebody that knows exactly where

And when I arrived at the entrance

everything is possible if you fight to get it.

it is, but you can always count on the

I was surprised with what I saw; thousands

people you meet along the way and they

of bats hanging on the cave entrance wall!

will surely guide you in the right direction.

Unbelievable!

DEFINING THE MYTH Another cave you must visit is Gua

The gate is located right on the side

I felt a little bit disappointed though as

Ngerong (Ngerong Cave). The location of

of the road and the parking lot is limited.

it is forbidden to enter the cave. Well, you

Gua Ngerong is farther away, about 30

People say that Gua Ngerong is rarely

cannot enter anyway because there is a

km from downtown of Tuban or 20 km

visited by people, but at the time I visited

river flowing in front of the cave’s mouth

from Bojonegoro. It is located in Rengel,

it was full with people and their families

and there is no pathway to pass. It is said

in a district of Tuban that is known as the

because it was a public holiday. Just like

that there is poison gas inside the cave

center of the stone industry. Getting there

Gua Akbar, as I got closer I smelled the bat

and of course, more and more bats. Bats are not the only animals you’ll find; there are turtle and fish (Puntius Javanicus) in the cave’s pond. Everybody said that the fish in the cave are numerous, but I only saw a few fish swimming around the pond, probably because there were a lot of people visiting at that time and everybody was throwing kapok seeds into the pond, scaring the fish. It is believed that the turtles and the fish are the reincarnations of the angels that come and take a bath on

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the river, so it is forbidden to eat the fish. ■ Text and photos by Intan Tanjung

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ROLL, WOBBLE AND DANCE The party is called ‘Drum n Bass’, a UK origin genre that is more hip and more energetic. In Jakarta, you can attend the DnB party that is held regularly at D’Barons Pub in the Ambhara Hotel.

here’s a new type of party happening in big cities such as Jakarta, Surabaya and Bali that offers a totally different experience. The party

is called ‘Drum n Bass’, a UK origin genre that is more hip and more energetic. In Jakarta, you can attend the DnB party that is held regularly at D’Barons Pub in the Ambhara Hotel. The party usually starts at 10 p.m., and the dance floor is always packed at midnight. There is no stage level and the crowd can get very close to the DJ. The room in the pub is not

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PHOTO COURTESY OF JAVABASS

too big, so the party participants can get

compositions), with heavy bass and sub-

from music, dialogue and effects from films

to know each other easily. There is a visual

bass lines. Drum and bass began as an

and television programs.

installation VJ who brings up different

offshoot of the United Kingdom rave scene

experience, great vibe and atmosphere to

in early 1990s. Over the first decade of its

stronger bass sounds and a faster tempo

the crowd as the DJs spin the music.

existence, the incorporation of elements

(127 to over 140 beats per minute) than

from various musical genres led to many

early house music. This subgenre was

permutations in its overall style.

known as ‘hardcore’ rave, but since the

SO, WHAT IS DRUM N BASS?

In the late 1980s and early 1990s,

But rave music tends to feature

beginning of 1992 some musical tracks

Drum and bass (usually written as drum

growing nightclubs and the overnight

that are made up of high-tempo break

‘n’ bass and commonly abbreviated D&B

outdoor event culture gave birth to a new

beats with a heavy bass line and samples

or DnB) is a type of electronic dance

electronic music style called Rave Music,

of older Jamaican music were referred

music that emerged in the mid 1990s.

which much like hip-hop combined with

to ‘jungle techno’ and later just called

The genre is characterized by fast break-

sampled and syncopated beats or break-

‘jungle’. This kind of music later became

beats (typically between 160–180 bpm,

beats that took samples from a wide range

recognized as a separate musical genre

occasional variation is noted in older

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PHOTO COURTESY OF JAVABASS

Britain. Note that Drum n Bass evolved

the ‘jungle scene’ in Indonesia, so that all

broadened the scope of Indonesia’s

from ‘jungle’ and later rave music got

junglists can gather and enjoy the music

drum n bass scene. Collaborations

faster and more experimental.

they love. Along the way, Javabass was

soon followed and resulted in parties

reformed and modified, and since 2005

like Animated Arena, Heavyweight

more MCs, drawing on the genre’s roots in

DJs are often accompanied by one or

they have added new DJ members Sketch,

Soundclash, Back2back Session, Liquid

hip hop and reggae. MCs do not generally

Random and Celsius, and MC Drift.

Drumz, and Ignition. Javabass has also

receive the same level of recognition as

For more than 10 years now Javabass

worked with respected labels/organizers

producer/DJs and in some events MCs are

has made a mark in the Indonesian

from other music genres, like Future, Dub

not paid.

underground dance scene that before was

Container, Echosystem, Original Naro and

only done at trance and house parties.

Nepathya in bringing some of the biggest

Now drum n bass parties are held each

raves and international DJs to Indonesia,

DRUM N BASS IN JAKARTA

year, the earlier were Junglably Loud and

namely Higher Level, Rhythm Unity,

Javabass is a drum n bass sound-

Artcore Nation ‘til the era of up-to-date

Destination One, Jakarta Movement.

system based in Jakarta. It was created

sessions like Phunktion and Therapy.

One international DnB DJ is Frenzic, who

by Jerome, FanDyFMC, Tara, and Josef

The Javabass itself had some impact on

played in the biggest rave event in Jakarta

in late 1999. The event was originally

certain groups of people from different

(Jakarta Movement) in 2004.

created as a fraternity event to recruit

cities prompting them to form similar

new members with a mission to bring up

types of DJ/MC clusters that consequently

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Recent members take the event to another level by creating a monthly night

PHOTO COURTESY OF JAVABASS PHOTO COURTESY OF JAVABASS

The Javabass itself had some impact on certain groups of people from different cities prompting them to form similar types of DJ/MC clusters that consequently broadened the scope of Indonesia’s drum n bass scene. Collaborations soon followed and resulted in parties like Animated Arena, Heavyweight Soundclash, Back2back Session, Liquid Drumz, and Ignition.

event that has become the longest running

newer and shinier clubs around town.

FM Paranoia Awards and at the 2005 and

serial event in Indonesia. Phunktion has

Nonetheless, the party never stopped and

2009 Redma Awards.

run for some 8 odd years and has become

kept moving from one club to another

one of the most anticipated and “IT” drum

before eventually settling down at two

and just like its tagline, ‘Roll the bass,

n bass party in Jakarta. Many new breed

venues, D’Barons & Marley.

Wobble the drums and Dance like

So see you at another DnB party,

and respected guests from South East

Javabass has been trying to spread

Asia have come to grace the decks at

Drum n Bass throughout Indonesia for over

Text by Devishanty

Phunktion, displaying their own menacing

10 years now, and finally the Indonesian

Photos by Rionald Rio

sets and sounds that are characterized by

Dance community recognized it with a

Photo Courtesy of Javabass

the unique blend of drum n bass.

Special Dedication Award during REDMA

Javabass succeeded in kicking-off

Nobody’s Watchin!’ ■

2009. DJ Jerome, who was also the

D’Barons Pub

a live performance at the once much-

promoter and producer, is one of the

Jl. Iskandarsyah Raya no. 1, Jakarta

hyped Thursday Riot at PARC that was

original Indonesian Drum n Bass pioneers

(021) 2700-800, 2700-888

a melting pot of punters from various

in the scene who started his career

backgrounds in the underground scene.

by spinning in the ‘Chill Room’ of the

Phunktion’s residency at PARC came to

legendary PARKIT club back in 1996. As

an end around December of 2005 as it

a drum n bass spectrum specialist, he has

succumbed in its battle against bigger,

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BECOMING A MASTER CHEF The Alila Jakarta welcomes all culinary adventurers to not only taste its secret recipes but also to get involved in creating them. During 2011 there are cooking classes offered to discover the art of cooking authentic dishes each month. Be the master of Pastry and learn how to make the best pastry for your special events at home by joining the Pastry Program. Alila Jakarta offers a French Pastry cooking class on October 29, Christmas Cake on November 26 and Christmas Stollen on December 10. So what are you waiting for? Alila Jakarta, Jl. Pecenongan Kav. 7-17, Jakarta Pusat, (021) 231-6008 www.alilahotels.com

HELLO JOGJA! Welcome month of festivities! If you happen to be in Jogjakarta this October, don’t miss the fourth Jogja Java Carnival which will be held on October 22 This annual event is themed ‘Magnificent World’ and will show the Wonders of the World and is a top event of the Annual Jogjakarta Anniversary Celebration series. The series of events will be started with a Night Ride, Pawai Mozaic Jogja (Mozaic Jogja Parade), Festival 45 Kelurahan (45 Districts Festival) and end with Jogja Java Carnival. The parade will go down Jalan Mangkubumi and Malioboro with some VIP spots provided for tourists who want to watch it from the best spots. But just before the Jogja Java Carnival is held, the Jogjakarta Palace will have a royal wedding of the youngest daughter of Sultan Hamengkubowono X, Jogjakarta’s Governor that will be held on October 16-19. The wedding will use the palace’s horse cart ‘Kereta Kyai Jong Wiyati’, which will take the bride and groom on a parade to Bangsal Kepatihan where they will have the ceremony. www.jogjajavacarnival.com

DELICIOUS RIVER PRAWNS The Tien Chao Chinese Restaurant at the Gran Meliá Jakarta with its culinary team have many ways to use river prawns in their Szechuan Cuisine. Exciting dishes such as ‘River Prawns served in a Claypot’ or ‘Stir Fried River Prawns in sweet Chili Sauce’ will wait for you. The Tien Chao Chinese Restaurant is open from 11.30 a.m. - 2.30 p.m. and 6 - 10.30 p.m. Tien Chao Chinese Restaurant at Gran Meliá Jakarta Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. X-0, Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan (021) 526-8080, www.gran-melia-jakarta.com

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Bali Tropic Resort & Spa

HOTELHIGHLIGHTS Bali Tropic Resort & Spa is an all-inclusive hotel that epitomizes the authentic Balinese architecture and style fringed by whitesand and crystalline sea--s. It combines nature, rejuvenating spa treatments, and a host of recreational activities to give you the ultimate tropical retreat... Perched gracefully between the ocean and the sky, embraced by the lush tropical landscape, resort serenity designed for indulgence, the ambience is definitely natural, a place of beauty beyond imagining. The resort offers 130 deluxe rooms, 14 royal bungalows and 3 2-bedroom suites, each featuring individually controlled air– conditioning, private bath/showers, satellite TV, IDD, minibars, and tea/coffee making facilities, safe deposit box. Vast choices for dining include three restaurants and four bars, serving international barbecue buffet dinner. Bali Tropical Spa has 10 treatment rooms with private shower and bathtub offering traditional massages, body scrubs, facial and other therapies to choose from.

All Inclusive Jl. Pratama 34A, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua Tel: (62) 361 772130, Fax: (62) 361 772131 E-mail: hotel@balitropic-resort.com Website: www.balitropic-resort.com

Experience the authentic Balinese hospitality.

Hotel Santika Kuta Bali Hotel Santika Kuta is a strategic base from which to explore the island of Bali at leisure. Located in the heart of Kuta’s vibrant shopping and dining district, the property is just minutes from the island’s celebrated sunset beach. Within easy reach to the airport and other popular sites of interest, Hotel Santika Kuta welcomes travellers from all walks of life with genuine hospitality. The Superior Room anticipates the needs of today’s traveller with a smart decor in earthy tones and modern conveniences to ensure a relaxing experience. It is an exceptionally comfortable base for business or leisure guests during their time on the island of Bali. Appetites are satisfied at Kafe Serani. This open-plan dining area serves an extensive buffet breakfast and a more substantial menu of Indonesian and Western cuisine as well as light refreshments. Jln Raya Kuta 98, Kuta, Bali - Indonesia Ph: +62 361 764-033, 764-044 Fax: +62 361 764-041 kutabali@santika.com www.santikakutabali.com

Meet in style with a fully equipped meeting room located just off the lobby, designed to accommodate 50 participants in a classroom setup, and 35 delegates in a U-shape configuration. Meeting package rates with attractive incentives are available on request.

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

The Dreamland Luxury Villas & Spa The Dreamland Luxury Villas & Spa is a new destination for those who want to experience the atmosphere of first class service with state of the art facilities. 42 Private Pool Villas are available with different categories; 1 bedroom suite villa, 2 and 3 bedroom family villas to meet every guest’s dream.

Jl. Raya Uluwatu, Br. Bakung Sari, Ungasan, South Kuta, Bali Tel. (0361) 708 199; Fax. (3361) 708 168 E-mail: reservation@dreamland-villa.com sales@dreamland-villa.com www.dreamland-villa.com

The Dream Spa is a fantastic hide away spa destination for the mind, body and soul. Featuring 3 Romantic Spa Rooms with double spa bed, shower, Jacuzzi, Sauna and spa locker. From the moment you enter into the resort’s lobby you can see the amazing Ocean Views, nice breeze, breathe in the fresh air, you can feel the sensation of the tranquil up hill environment. The Dream Spa is where a heavenly atmosphere invites you to relax, with an assortment of treatments invite you to indulge. Let the sensation of the Dream Spa’s atmosphere pamper and comport you soon. In the Ungasan village, high on the southernmost peninsula of the island of Bali. Ten minutes to Dreamland beach, from your villa by our free shuttle service.

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WELL IN THE CITY The Mandarin Oriental Jakarta is delighted to provide guests with private yoga sessions by a professional trainer to suit each guest’s schedule, which will restore balance and mobility after extensive travel. In a busy city like Jakarta, it is important not to miss restoring the balance of well-being and the mind, and with this offer guests can easily book a session at the most suitable time they require at the hotel’s Fitness and Wellness reception, located on the 5th floor. The onehour private yoga session allows guests the option of having a private session in the state-of-the art fitness and wellness studio or at the swimming pool area, surrounded by lush tropical landscape gardens and offering views of the city skyline. Experience a Harmonious Indonesian Wellness Treatment in a luxurious treatment room located at the Fitness and Wellness Centre, to revitalize and relax after the yoga session. Try also the hotel’s advanced Fitness Centre that has a range of cardio and strength equipment as well as a selection of free weights. There is also the Kinesis Studio equipped to improve core strength and flexibility, with personal training available by appointment. The Fitness and Wellness Centre at Mandarin Oriental Jakarta, (021) 299-389-99 mojkt-fitness@mohg.com, www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta

THE FESTIVE SEASON The Park Lane Jakarta will have a festive season. At Riva, you should not miss the Autumn Set Lunch featuring Rambutan wood Smoked Salmon, Mushroom Ravioli, pan seared Australian Farm Barramundi, and pan seared Wagyu Flank Steak and ‘Al’echalotte’. Don’t miss the dessert delicacy by Pastry Chef Reni, Valrhona Chocolate Fondant; Berry Salad, Kemangi Jelly, and Raspberry Sorbet. At Cafe One there will be the ‘Indian Flair’ from October 1-15 and the ‘Nusantara Herbs’ from October 17-31. Get haunted at the Halloween Party on October 28 and dont miss the band performance by T Band. The Park Lane Jakarta, Jl. Casablanca Kav. 18, Jakarta (021) 828-2000 Ext. 2008, www.parklanejakarta.com www.rivafrenchrestaurant.com 58

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DANOYA VILLA PRIVATE LUXURY RESIDENCES

After a complete makeover and full maintenance in early 2011, Danoya Villa is back offering the new atmosphere of relaxing tropical villas, mixing openplan architecture with an Indonesian touch. They are stylishly furnished with all the benefits that are expected at a luxury resort which have been tailored for a clientele that demands the very best in construction, management, services and amenities. Danoya Villa is only 40 minutes away from Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport. Close to restaurants, shopping precinct of Seminyak and the entertainment district of Oberoi. Only a few minutes from the beach, the villas are accessible to all the leisure activities associated with a Balinese getaway - the countryside around the resort is surrounded by the rice fields of Batubelig.

private luxury residences

Jalan Batubelig 559, Kerobokan, Kuta â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bali Tel: (0361) 735 305 | Fax: (0361) 733 372 E-mail: reservation@danoya.com | Website: www.danoya.com

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BEAT THE BLUES Rock Bar at AYANA Resort and Spa Bali presents the beats of Andy Caldwell, whose California electronic music will entertain you on Saturday October 8, from 9.30 p.m. ‘til late night and on October 10, from sunset on. For those of you who’d prefer a slower style, the melody of blues and jazz at sunset “Gem of San Francisco” with Jim Larkin might be for you. Sip a drink, take in the view, and listen to the jazzy jive music that blends with the sound of the ocean. The jazzy blues will take you flying on October 22, from sunset ‘til the sky gets dark. For more information please contact (0361) 702-222 www.ayanaresort.com/rockbarbali

CLEAN, CATEGORIZED AND COUNTED Maya Ubud Resort & Spa had participated in the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup as its commitment in incorporating sustainable business practices. On September 17 ninety five hotel employees of all levels voluntarily descended the valley to the Petanu River that borders the entire eastern side of the property to remove trash from along 1,200 meters of the accessible river edge. On this one morning we cleared more than 1,459 items in some 21 trash bags weighing 204kgs. Every item found was recorded, categorized and counted, then submitted to the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup. The recorded data gives us a clear picture of the manufactured items impacting the health of humans, wildlife, and economies. As Ocean Conservancy’s 2011 report demonstrates, the body of data from the International Coastal Cleanup has inspired action to rid the ocean of harmful trash. Maya Ubud Resort & Spa Jalan Gunung Sari, Peliatan, Ubud www.mayaubud.com 60

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DININGDIRECTORY

Basilico Italian Pavilion & Bar

Budesa Indonesia Grill & Seafood

asilico Italian Pavilion & Bar is an elegant, yet cozy, Italian restaurant, with indoor and outdoor garden seating. It offers an intimate dining room with great views of the sea, beach and marvelous gardens. The restaurant serves fresh home-made pasta, pizza and other Italian specialties. Enjoy the relaxing ambience and savor a truly satisfying dining experience.

o you often feel tired and confused with your daily bustles? Do you miss the cool rural atmospheres? Do you want to enjoy your meal in peace and friendliness?

Head to the newly opened Budesa Restaurant in Kuta, where you can enjoy a meal in a calm and cozy atmosphere.

Located right on the sandy beach of Sanur and surrounded by 7 hectares of tropical garden, discover a perfect culinary experience at Sanur Beach Bali.

Come as you are, and be greeted by the rushing sounds of clear water and rural voices. Select your live gourami, crab, or favorite selection from our live aquariums, and savor the best flavors with our authentic Indonesian recipes in no time.

Open daily for lunch and dinner from 11.00am – 11.00pm

Enjoy the delicious Indonesian food and fresh seafood dishes. For reservations, please dial: (0361) 7955-909 or (0361) 768-244

Basilico Italian Pavilion & Bar Jl. Danau Tamblingan, Sanur 80228, Bali Indonesia P.62 361 288011 F.62 361 281 755 E-mail: hsb.fb@aerowisatahotels.com www.sanurbeachhotelbali.com

Budesa Indonesia Grill & Seafood Jalan By-Pass Ngurah Rai No. 888 Simpang Siur, Kuta - Bali P. 62 361 7955909 F. 62 361 768 244 info@budesa-restaurant.com budesa-restaurant.com

BRASSERIE fresh, grill, roasted

Rush Bamboo Restaurant

see, feel, and taste the difference

Japanese fusion-style cooking arrives at The Elysian

Dining Inspiration ... Discover the scrumptious fine fresh food in a warm and stunning ambience with air conditioned dining room or terrace setting. Begin the journey of your culinary delights, from the delectable appetizer to the mouth watering dessert, all with affordable prices of the best food quality selections: tasty seafood, choose from the daily fresh caught seafood display, live action from teppanyaki griddle, make your own sandwich at the sandwich counter, fresh salad, roasted display: peking duck & ribs, a selection of Asian & Western cuisine, and a wide range of exotic tropical cocktails and drinks at the Bar. HAPPY HOURS 25% disc on beverages from 9 pm to 11 pm, except premium brands.

Commencing this April, Rush Bamboo Restaurant presents our guests with a completely new concept for Bali. Inspired by the variety of worldwide cuisines that continue to arrive in Bali along with the increase in tourism from distant shores, Executive Chef Surya Negara (aka, Chef Banjar) will be creating a series of unique, Japanese-inspired fusion meals. Chef Banjar will design an original 4-course set menu every day but only after a visit to the local markets. This means he can take advantage of the freshest produce, ensuring taste sensations that are both innovative and exhilarating. Each meal presentation will reflect the exotic flavours and delicate touch of Japanese cuisine yet will always take a note of inspiration from his Balinese background.

We look forward to welcoming and serving you at the new BRASSERIE, daily open for all day dining from 11 am to 12 midnight.

Jl. Kartika Plaza ( next to BALI RANI HOTEL ), Kuta, Bali. T +62 361 751369 ext.709

THE ELYSIAN Jl. Sari Dewi 18, Seminyak, Kuta, Bali Indonesia 80361 T +62 361 730999 • F +62 361 737509 E info@theelysian.com • www.theelysian.com

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PAST TIME PAINTINGS Kendra Gallery with Wastuwidyawan Paramaputra, an emerging artist from Jakarta, will showcase painting exhibition and also will feature some of the latest fashion on the island as part of the opening night. The exhibition opening will be held on October 22 at 7-9 p.m. Through his artworks, Wastu, a recent graduate from the prestigious Bandung Institute of Technology, majoring in fine art, allows us an insight into his past teenage memories, including into the dark and mysterious party scene around Indonesia’s capital while underlining his fine technical skills and perfect color composures. Kendra Gallery of Contemporar Fine Art Jl. Drupadi 88B, Seminyak (0361) 736-628 www.kendragallery.com

PORTFOLIO ON DISPLAYS Ganesha Gallery will display the artwork of Carlo Pessina, a furniture designer whose works are in the island’s most prestigious hotels and homes. Carlo’s work is no less beautiful, important or fresh than when he first began in 2003. Today he stands as first and foremost among a small handful of truly original world-class design artists living and working on Bali. This exhibition will display not only his recent works, but also his series of ‘installations’ from the beginning of his carrier until now. Ganesha Gallery at Four Seasons Resort Bali, Jimbaran (0361) 701-010

A WALK FOR CANCER BIWA will stage its third annual Pink Ribbon Walk on October 22. The 2011 Bali Pink Ribbon Walk hopes to become one of the most successful fundraising events in Bali in respect to Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as to raise funds towards education and patient support programs. The 4-kilometer walk will start and finish in Nusa Dua walking along the peninsula. There will be an exciting program of live music, a crafts bazaar, fabulous raffle prizes, as well as spa cabins and international food stalls sponsored by the leading hotels of Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa. BIWA (Bali International Women Association) (0361) 286-564, www.balipinkribbon.com 62

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AND THE WINNER IS…. Bali’s Marlon Gerber was the winner of the Coca-Cola ISC Open Division at the Rote Open 2011 presented by Billabong on September 17, and Australia’s Tai “Buddha” Graham, won the International Division victory. Both surfers displayed impressive high performance surfing over the two day event that was held on the East Indonesian island of Rote Ndao. Graham won prize money USD 4,000, and Marlon USD 2,500. www.isctour.com

WAR OF THE STARS Ramayana Resort & Spa at Laksmana Room, hosted their second annual flair and bartending championship “Stars War Flair & Bartending Championship 2011” on September 7, attended by 33 skillful and more talented bartenders from Malaysia, Russia, Jakarta, Surabaya, and Bali. Judged by Mr. Nyoman Gede Suasta (Indonesian Food and Beverage Executive Association), Mr. Yoss Malelak (Balimoon), Mr. Aditya Ananda (World Flair Association), and Mr. Dario Doimo. www.ramayanahotel.com

STYLE & DISH Word of Mouth Bali proudly presented its new menu and launched its new apparel collection “Evergreen” on August 23. Three new secret recipes are now on its menu including its delicious mini burger, and don’t forget to sip their new creations from the mixologist! The runway show started at 9 p.m. and was combined with music from Stevie G. www.wordofmouthbali.com

BLOOD & BONE Meliã Bali Indonesia has conducted a blood donation drive in collaboration with the Indonesian Red Cross as an affirmation of its commitment to support the community and social actions for the environment. They also held a test to conduct bone density, and provided information for the hotel’s staff regarding how to prevent osteoporosis and maintain their bone health. From this event, Meliã Bali collected 33 bags of blood donated by its staff that will be given to Red Cross Indonesia. www.meliabali.com 64

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TALENTS SHOWCASED Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel & Villa’s talented chefs were invited by the Indonesian Embassy in Sri Lanka to present selections of Balinese and Indonesia’s best culinary offerings at the Indonesian Food Festival at the Taj Samudra Hotel in Colombo from August 12 - 21. The Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia in Sri Lanka Mr. Djafar Husein officially opened the festival that was aimed as a promotion tool to boast about its diverse culture. The festival was also an opportunity to strengthen the relationship between Indonesia and Sri Lanka. Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel & Villas www.discoverykartikaplaza.com

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VIVA AC MILAN! The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali greeted the AC Milan team on September 2. They joined a press conference after their arrival on Thursday, September 1, and then later took off to Jakarta for the much-awaited “Charity Match” against the Indonesian All Star Legend team on September 4 at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali International Convention Centre, (0361) 771-906

Courtyard at Marriott Nusa Dua hosted the Dunhill Switch launching party to launch its new innovation, a cigarette that has two flavors: regular and menthol. Two programs were presented on the occasion. There was the Tobacco Sommelier, an introduction of tobacco samples that is used for the cigarette, and a 10 minutes art performance by I Nyoman Sura. He performed an amazing contemporary modern ethnic dance that had Indonesian soul but packed in a modern choreography called Bulan Mati. andreas_pradhana@bat.com

STOP AIDS GO SURFING! Bankers from 40 reputable banks in Bali together with Magic Wave surf magazine took part in stopping the spreading of HIV/AIDS in Bali by conducting Bankers Go to Surf, Stop AIDS! The event was held at DoubleSix Beach at 8.30 a.m. on Sunday, September 18. It’s hoped that bankers learned more about the potential of surfing in supporting Bali’s tourism industry as well as to gain awareness about the danger of HIV/AIDS to society. Visitors could also do a blood test as well as to learn surfing with the bankers. www.magicwave.org

THE WORLD’S LARGEST POT LUCK Bali International School did a record breaking World Largest Pot Luck Party for the Guinness World Record at its 25th anniversary celebration. From 3-6 p.m. on Sunday, September 4, the school members along with the party attendants enjoyed the Family Fun Festival that marked the closing of the school’s fourday celebration. www.baliinternationalschool.com

THE SEAFOOD SERIES Ju-Ma-Na, with its outstanding culinary signatures celebrated with seafood festivities during the month of September. A three course set menu and five course set menu were presented to the seafood lovers with a magic touch from Chef Mandif Warokka and his culinary team. To introduce its new offerings, Ju-Ma-Na invited media colleagues to taste the delicious creations at the dramatic venue of Ju-Ma-Na overlooking the wide Indian Ocean. Banyan Tree Ungasan, www.banyantree.com BALI&BEYOND OCTOBER 2011

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SKAL INTERNATIONAL BALI An International Association of Travel and Tourism Professionals Doing Business Among Friends FIRST SKAL LUNCH AYODYA RESORT IN NUSA DUA Skal member and Ayodya General Manager Martin Aeschlimann warmly welcomed seventyfive skal members and guests to Octopus Restaurant for delicious lunch with a starter platter of Prawns Ceviche, Ham and Mozzarella, Tomato Basil Salsa, Rosemary Grilled Chicken Salad, Sliced Rosemary grilled Chicken Breast on Garden Greens with Pineapple, Cucumber Garlic Strawberries Yoghurt Sauce, Seared Snapper Fillet Served with Red Capsicum Sauce, Parsley Potato and Zucchini and yummy Lemon Cheese Cake for dessert.

SKAL BALI’S 171 MEMBERS MEET MONTHLY AT THE BEST VENUES. October 7, Golden Lotus at Dynasty - Kuta November 4, Hu’u Bar - Petitenget December 3, Skal Ball – Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel Skal International, the World’s largest travel and tourism organization, founded in Paris in 1934 groups 20,000 industry management and professionals in 450 clubs in 90 countries. Skal Bali, Southeast Asia’s largest Skal Club, a leader in growth worldwide Membership and Information - contact our Secretariat Manager Gede Juwena Telephone: 7840212, email: gede@skalbali.com; www.skalbali.com

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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) 768-388, Fax: (0361) 768-383 ■ 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 30,000. Residents pay an additional Rp. 2.5 million Fiscal tax for international departures, whereas holders of official tax registration (NPWP) numbers are Fiscal tax-exempt. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

CONSULATES ■ 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 ■ BRITAIN: Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804 E-mail: bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id ■ BRAZIL: Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005 E–mail: brazilconsul@bali.net

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

■ 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.

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