Bali & Beyond Magazine April 2014 by Bali & Beyond Magazine

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

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FOREVER YOUNG

THE BEST ACTIVITIES IN BALI FOR THE YOUNG AT HEART

FUR & FEATHERS INTERACT WITH THE ISLAND’S DIVERSE FAUNA

LIFE

AQUATIC ADVENTURES UNDER THE DEEP BLUE SEA WITH SEAWALKER

JIMBARAN’S

NEW GEM TAKE A DIP IN ALL SIX SWIMMING POOLS AT THE NEW RIMBA RESORT

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TEAMTALK

FOREVER YOUNG ‘Om Swastiastu...’

We noticed a number of family-oriented places being visited more by our traveling friends in their twenties and thirties, and we thought to ourselves, “Wow, these places really appeal to all ages!” It is from there that we decided to dedicate an edition to the places and activities that everyone from a seven year-old girl to a 30 year-old single guy traveling with his friends would enjoy… and here it is! Included in the bunch is everyone’s favorite water park Waterbom, which has some exciting new slides in the works. There’s also coverage of Maya Ubud’s

COVER By Michael Morgan

outdoor cooking class, the Seawalker underwater tour and Beachwalk’s Premiere movie theater, not to mention a handful of other fun options. This edition also ended up having a fair amount of content on animals, which obviously means one thing – everyone loves getting up close and personal with our friendly furry and feathered friends! Flip to DINE & DELIGHTS for our compilation of the best burgers, because who doesn’t enjoy a good burger (or veggie burger)? And don’t miss our special coverage of the Java Jazz Festival – we’ve got photos and an exclusive interview with popular U.S. musician Allen Stone for you. Stay young at heart, readers! Keep that childlike wonder alive, and remember that there is no such thing as being “too cool” or “too old” to enjoy all the attractions that Bali has to offer.

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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waved goodbye to her native England ﬁfteen years ago and has been living in Southeast Asia as a freelance writer ever since. She contributes to numerous international publications on her two big loves, Vietnam and Indonesia.

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contents 04.14 APRIL 2014

Volume 15 No. 167

OH BABY!

PHOTOS & FUN FACTS

Balinese Hindu ceremonies that celebrate the life of a newborn baby

Snapshots and quotes picked up throughout January and February

FOREVER YOUNG

CHIC JUNGLE

Fun things to do around Bali that can be enjoyed by all

A review of AYANA’s stylish new sister resort RIMBA

BALI’S BEST BURGERS

MORE TO LIFE

CRAFT&CULTURE

LIFESTYLE&LEISURE

SIGHTS&SOUNDS

REST&RELAXATION

DINE&DELIGHTS

PONDERINGPOINT

Lip-smacking burgers on the island

Thoughts on nature and breeding by the Bali Safari & Marine Park’s new General Manager

PROFILE&PORTRAIT LIVE OUT LOUD

Interview with the man behind the Bali Live Festival and quotes from the performers

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INVITE&INDULGE

20 NEW&NEWS

STAYING YOUNG

This month’s select news updates from the island’s tourism industry and what’s new around the island

A look at Prana Spa’s treatments that help maintain a youthful look

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

86 SEE&SEEN

FOTOFOLIO

GARDEN OF DELIGHT A collection of artwork by Arya Pandjalu that reﬂects on the artist’s childhood

LITTLELOVES

BOHEMIAN BALI A look at the recently opened Bungalow Gallery in Canggu 12

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Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month

88 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing speciﬁc tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the island’s main destinations

94 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses

FIRST COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF SKYGARDEN, SECOND COLUMN COURTESY OF ARYA PANDJALU, THIRD COLUMN COURTESY OF KURA-KURA SHUTTLE

Hot deals and promotions of the month that shouldn’t be missed

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78 CAPITALCORNER

ACTION&ATTRACTION LIFE AQUATIC

Adventure under the sea with Seawalker

THE RITZ WAY

A peek into The Ritz-Carlton Mega Kuningan Jakarta’s brilliant ‘Club Level’ experience

BEYONDBALI

MONKEYING AROUND Journey to Kalimantan to see orangutans in the wild or in rehabilitation

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TOP PHOTO COURTESY OF THE RITZ-CARLTON MEGA KUNINGAN JAKARTA BOTTOM PHOTO COURTESY OF CLUB AQUA BALI

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On April 15, Bulgari Hotels & Resorts Bali will present a fabulous gourmet journey pairing the wines of the oldest winery in Italy, Barone Ricasoli, with the innovative cuisine of Executive Sous Chef Maurizio Bombini. Feast on the likes of Tortelli Wagyu with Genovese sauce, Pigeon with honey, cherry and apple, and raspberry macaroons with espresso ice cream for Rp. 900,000++/person. Don’t miss this one-night only ﬁne dining experience. Reservations are highly recommended. Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts Bali Jalan Goa Lempeh, Uluwatu (0361) 895-4644 www.bulgarihotels.com

EASTER DELIGHT Uma Ubud will hold an Easter celebration that starts from April 18 and runs through the weekend. Their Italian-inspired restaurant and lounge bar will offer a special ‘Easter Inspirations’ set menu where you can choose between the two or three-course options for Rp. 280,000 and Rp. 320,000 respectively. On Saturday evening the hotel will also hold a delightful barbecue with three-course or family style set menus. The celebration will come to a close with an Easter egg hunt for the kids on Sunday morning! Uma by COMO, Ubud Jalan Raya Sanggingan, Ubud (0361) 972-448 www.comohotels.com

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FAMILY DAY OUT Continually putting the fun into weekend dining, Prego at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua presents a Sunday Family Brunch that everyone will enjoy. Every Sunday the restaurant offers the biggest buffet of authentic Italian cuisine on the island along with enough fun entertainment and activities to keep the little ones amused for hours. This month the restaurant is going eco-friendly with games and activities encouraging children to think green under their ‘Save the Environment’ theme. At Rp. 350,000 nett /adult and Rp. 150,000 nett/child (4-12 years old), this family brunch is the only way to go. Prego at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali BTDC Lot N3, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-906 www.westin.com/bali

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GOURMET JOURNEY

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LUXE STREET FOOD Craving Asian food? Come to the Kwee Zeen Restaurant at the Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort to experience their amazing range of Pan Asian fare. Elevating the street food stall concept to a five-star experience, the restaurant offers the best flavors of Asia through their chic designed open kitchens, or ateliers. The restaurant is open all day from 6.30 a.m. to 10.30 p.m. with breakfast, lunch, and dinner priced at Rp. 280,000++, Rp. 350,000++ and Rp. 380,000++ respectively. There’s a seating capacity of 160 and a new menu every day to ensure you’ll keep coming back for more. Kwee Zeen at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort BTDC Lot N5, Nusa Dua, (0361) 849-2888, www.sofitel.com

GET FIT!

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TROPICAL CASE Renowned suitcase maker American Tourister has launched a collection of brightly colored luggage named ‘Tropical’ that is perfect for your travels to and from Bali. Available in pop colors of Coral and Vivid Blue with twill-textured fabric, the collection embodies the spirit of endless fun under the sun. ‘Tropical’ luggage is built to be enduring and resilient – a reliable companion for world explorers. Prices start from Rp. 1,390,000 and this collection is available at outlets and major department stores across the country, including the Bali Galeria mall. www.americantourister.co.id

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The Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa is offering you full use of their ﬁtness facilities for only Rp. 5,000,000 nett/person (six-month membership) or Rp. 8,000,000 nett/person (one year). The membership allows access to their modern gym and outdoor facilities of two squash courts, basketball court, tennis courts, a 15meter lap pool, the hotel’s main pool and lagoon pool, and not to forget their long stretch of white sand beach. Members are also entitled to a 30% discount on all spa treatments and 20% discounts for meals at any of the hotel’s dining outlets. Those with the yearly membership will even be given a complimentary one-night Deluxe Room stay and a voucher for a body or beauty treatment at the spa. Good deal indeed! Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa, BTDC Lot N4, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-210, www.nusaduahotel.com

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NEW&NEWS

FAMILY-STYLE February saw the grand opening of Accor’s newest addition to their Bali hotel network, the Ibis Styles Bali Kuta Dewi Sri. Located strategically in the golden triangle of Kuta, Seminyak and Legian, this brand new hotel offers stylish accommodations at an affordable, all-inclusive price. The hotel also boasts special Family Rooms with two TVs and a sofa bed that can be pulled out to accommodate up to four people. It is perfect for those traveling with several little ones in tow. Ibis Styles Bali Kuta Dewi Sri Jalan Dewi Sri No. 17, Kuta (0361) 846-9700 www.ibisstyles.com

NEW HANGOUT

SHUTTLING AROUND Getting around this paradise island just got easier! Kura-Kura Bus is a brand new tourist shuttle bus service operating daily in and around popular resort areas in Bali. There are seven service lines covering Jimbaran, Legian, Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua and Ubud, so hop into one of their bright and cheery air-conditioned buses, purchase a Kura-Kura Coin, and enjoy traveling with ease to the next drop-off point (there’s even free Wi-Fi on board!). Take note that for the Ubud Line, only nine out of the 29 seats are available for on-the-day purchase, so booking is essential. Value Cards and Day Passes are also available. Kura-Kura Bus, Ground Floor of DFS Galleria Bali Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai, Kuta (0361) 370-0244, www.kura2bus.com

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Dekuta Hotel opened the doors to its eye-catching Nebula Room, a brand new restaurant and bar located in the heart of Bali’s bustling Kuta area. Expect casual and unique cuisine that combines Asia’s bold ﬂavors with delicate European inﬂuences, like their Thai Chicken Laksa, Chili Burger and Pork Ribs. This fun hot spot has a rooftop area and regular entertainers ready to rock out for you – a great place to start your night out in Kuta. Nebula Room at Dekuta Hotel Jalan Poppies Lane II No. 8, Kuta (0361) 764-502 www.dekuta.com

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NEW&NEWS

SPORTS THERAPY BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua, Indonesia’s leader in medical tourism, is now offering Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, a revolutionary new treatment for a variety of sports injuries that has been used by the likes of Tiger Woods and Australian footballer Adam Cooney. This new painless and non-surgical therapy involves a simple injection using one’s own blood plasma, which naturally activates growth factors and stem cells to help stimulate the repair of tissue and reduce inﬂammation. BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua Kawasan BTDC Block D, Nusa Dua (0361) 300-0911 www.bimcbali.com

CONGRATS ARE IN ORDER! Sarong Restaurant has secured 47th place on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2014 Awards sponsored by S. Pellegrino and AcquaPanna, making it the only restaurant in Indonesia on the list. The awards were announced in Singapore on February 24, where China came out on top with 16 restaurants on the list. The Bali-based restaurant also earned the title of S. Pellegrino Best Restaurant in Indonesia. Congratulations! Sarong Restaurant Jalan Petitenget No. 19x, Kerobokan (0361) 473-7809 www.sarongbali.com

Bali’s best gelateria, Gusto Gelato & Caffé, has moved from Umalas to a spacious new shop in Seminyak. Complete with parking spaces and a garden seating area, now you can enjoy your favorite gelato or sherbet in the company of more friends and in cool and quiet surroundings. We recommend their Snickers Bar gelato and Mango sherbet, and wager you’ll be back soon for more! Gusto Gelato & Caffé Jalan Mertanadi No. 46, Seminyak, 081338027041 www.gusto-gelateria.com

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GUSTO PHOTO BY MUTIA ADISOMA ALL OTHERS COURTESY

NOW WITH A GARDEN

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CRAFT&CULTURE

OH, BABY! WHEN A BABY FINALLY ENTERS THE WORLD, IT IS A CAUSE FOR CELEBRATION FOR ALL FAMILY MEMBERS INVOLVED. HERE IN BALI, THERE ARE A NUMBER OF CEREMONIES THAT MUST BE HELD…

of Manusa Yadnya, held

MEGEDONGGEDONGAN

not only when a baby

The word “gedong” means womb.

is born but also before

Megedong-gedongan is performed

and after the arrival.

to purify a baby who is still in the

hese ceremonies are part

The idea of Manusa Yadnya is to

mother’s womb. This ceremony is a

show gratitude towards life and the

tradition carried from generation to

presence of other human beings in

generation by the Hindus in Bali. The

this world. Hosting a feast is part

Balinese believe that by performing

of the Manusa Yadnya ceremony,

this ceremony they will obtain a

which is why preparation of lots of

blessing from God, which will:

food and beverage is imperative.

•

baby in the womb

The following are parts of the Manusa Yadnya ceremony:

Strengthen the position of the

•

Give power to the baby during

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Clockwise from right: Banten offerings, the Nyambutin ceremony, family members carrying offerings, decorating a clay pot to be ﬁlled with water, succulent suckling pig for the celebration

the birthing process ahead

•

Prepare the mother mentally and physically for the delivery process, and

•

Grant the parents’ wishes for the baby (for example, the hope that one day the baby will become a virtuous and generous person).

NYAMBUTIN Nyambutin comes from the word sambut, which means, “to welcome.” This ceremony is held to ask for permission and for blessings from the land, in order for the baby to be allowed to set foot on the Earth.

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PHOTOS BY ANGGARA MAHENDRA

SOME BALINESE REFER TO ‘NYAMBUTIN’ AS ‘NELUBULANIN’ MEANING “THIRD MONTH CELEBRATION.” THIS CEREMONY IS A FORM OF WORSHIP PRESENTED TO GOD IN HOPES THAT THE BABY’S SOUL WILL BE BLESSED.

Most babies start crawling on the

birthday happens only once a

ground (Earth) once they are around

year, while Otonan happens

three months old, so Nyambutin is

twice a year. Otonan is based on

performed when a baby reaches

Balinese astrology, where a full

105 days. For this reason some

cycle on the calendar is 210 days.

Balinese also refer to Nyambutin as

Finding out one’s Otonan requires

Nelubulanin, meaning “third month

special calculation provided by a

celebration.” This ceremony is a

Balinese priest or a Balinese who

form of worship presented to God in

understands Balinese astrology.

hopes that the baby’s soul will be

The main purpose of Otonan is

blessed.

to ask forgiveness to God for all the mistakes made, in hopes of

OTONAN

becoming a better person in the

DID YOU KNOW…?

Otonan is the Balinese version

future. The ceremony can be led by

of a birthday. The difference

a priest or an elderly member of

between Otonan and a regular

the family.

birthday is that a person’s actual

By Bayu Rahanatha

255 is the number of babies born in the world every minute. That’s 4.3 births every second!

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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE

FOREVER YOUNG THE KEY TO HAVING FUN? STAYING YOUNG AT HEART, OF COURSE! WHETHER YOU ARE SEVEN, TWENTY-SEVEN OR EVEN FIFTY-SEVEN YEARS OLD, HERE ARE SOME ACTIVITIES TO ENJOY WHILE ON THE SUNNY ISLAND OF BALI. By Mutia Adisoma & Ariko Ahmad

WATERBOM

more to come!), Kiddy Park and aquatic playground, Lazy

Fun under the sun does not get any better than this!

River and snack shack will guarantee you’ll be occupied

Young children and young adults alike love this oasis

for hours.

in the middle of bustling Kuta that offers a whole lot of

Thrill seekers can get their adrenaline pumping with two

excitement. Waterbom’s 21 world-class water slides (with

of Waterbom’s most heart-stopping slides, the SmashDown and the 20-meter tall Climax. Alternatively, take a leisurely ride down the Lazy River or bask in the sun rays on a lounger if you’re looking for a more relaxing experience. There’s even on-site massage, a ﬁsh spa corner and face painting for kids. A little birdie tells us that one of the four new slides to open at Waterbom this month is called Python – sounds like a thriller! Tickets for adults (local/international) are Rp. 210,000/US$ 31 and Rp. 152,000/US$ 19 for children (11 years and under). There are plans to give out 20% discounts on admissions during the opening of these four slides, so make sure you don’t miss out. www.waterbom-bali.com

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MAYA UBUD’S COOKING CLASS Maya Ubud Resort & Spa has one of our favorite cooking class experiences on the island. In a lovely outdoor setting adjacent to Maya’s organic spice and herb garden, you’ll learn how to cook Balinese cuisine directly from the resort’s chefs. The class starts with a brief tour of the garden, then guests are taken to a specially-made alfresco Balinese village-style kitchen. Together with the chef, your group will prepare four traditional home-cooked dishes in one hour. Don’t think that you’ll get away easy with a just a bit of chopping here and there! The chef will put you to work so that you really appreciate the meal that you are soon to devour. Enjoy your leisurely lunch right next to the leafy organic garden. They even throw in a complimentary recipe book, apron and spice set for you to take so that you can practice your new recipes at home. The class is US$ 60++ and begins at 11.00 a.m. Reservations must be made one day prior and classes are for a minimum of two persons. www.mayaubud.com

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THE PIRATES BAY

take advantage of their delightful Asian and European

Remember the days of treehouses and secret forts where

menu surrounded by your favorite people in a hideaway

you and your friends gathered and played as a child? In

up in the trees.

Nusa Dua, The Bay Bali offers the same kind of environment

www.thepiratesbaybali.com

at The Pirates Bay. Kids can pretend to be pirates for a day, dressing up in eye-patches and head scarves and taking part in activities like campﬁre and kite making, treasure hunts and other pirate challenges. At the end of the day the kids can grab their bathing suit to cool off under the “pirate shower” and cook dinner on the beach to end their unforgettable pirate’s day. These kids activities are all under strict supervision of bilingual instructors. There is no minimal amount of participants needed to enjoy the fun. As for adults, The Pirates Bay area can be used for team building activities – just contact the staff to organize a special package for your group. As for those who just want to laze about and enjoy the treehouse experience,

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XXI PREMIERE THEATER If you’re familiar with the show ‘MTV Cribs,’ you might have felt awestruck seeing a guest celebrity’s impressive home theater equipped with La-Z-Boy seating. But there’s no need to feel envious anymore, because in Bali you can experience this piece of A-list celebrity life at the Beachwalk! The XXI Theater on the second floor boasts three studios, one of which is called ‘the Premiere.’ The fifty plush seats in this exclusive theater are oversized, have reclining features and soft blankets, and are equipped with a flat table on the side for placing all your snacks and soft drinks. Speaking of food, Premiere ticket holders also have access to a special food counter. So while other moviegoers choose between sweet or salted popcorn,

tickets are Rp. 100,000 from Mondays to Thursdays,

you’ll have that option as well as “exotic” selections at

Rp. 125,000 on Fridays, and Rp. 150,000 on weekends

your ﬁngertips such as Oxtail Soup with steamed rice,

and on public holidays. It is advisable to purchase a few

Caesar Salad, a Crispy Fish Burger and even wafﬂes, just

hours in advance.

to name a few! Everything you order outside at the counter

www.beachwalkbali.com

will be delivered directly to your seat in the theater. Really, it doesn’t get much more VIP than this. Premiere

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HIGH FLYERS

from the monkey bars on the playground in grade school?

The beach, the surf, a sunset seafood dinner… there are

Now is the time to relive those memories! Classes are

a number of things that are surely already on your Bali

Rp. 325,000 and it is advised to book in advance.

bucket list, but we reckon ﬂying on a circus-style trapeze

www.highﬂyersbali.com

isn’t one of them… yet. Hear us out when we tell you this is something worth including! Located in a garden area of the Bali Dynasty Resort in Kuta, the seven-meter high platform is intimidating at first glance, but the rush you’ll feel after stepping off of it, flying through the air, and grasping on to the hands of the swinging staff is worth conquering your fears. There’s no need to be exceptionally fit to take part in this activity. All you need is a bit of courage and some friends to laugh and cheer you on. The staff are friendly and encouraging and your 75 minute session will go by in the blink of an eye as you go up repeatedly to perfect your backflip dismount. Remember the days when you used to fearlessly swing

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BALI BIRD PARK For you animal lovers, we suggest heading to this beautiful two hectare bird haven in the Batubulan area. With 1,000 birds of about 250 species, interactive and informative shows and attractions, it’s really easy to spend an entire day here. The Basic Instinct and Bali Rainforest shows will allow you to meet exotic birds like the Honey Buzzard bird of prey and the Rhinoceros Hornbill. The 4D Avian Theatre is also not to be missed – a half-hour long ﬁlm on the avian world that is very educating and entertaining, especially with the wind and water effects you’ll experience throughout the movie. Upon entering the park you’ll be greeted by the funny

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acts and beautiful colors of friendly macaws perched on the tree branches near the gate. And if you’re visiting during the lunch hour, you can opt to dine at their Bali Starling Restaurant. Surrounded by a beautiful garden, you’ll see families of Crown Cranes, Magpie Ducks, ﬂamingoes and many other kinds of birds taking afternoon strolls. Tickets to enter the Bali Bird Park are about Rp. 100,000 for locals and around US$ 29 for international visitors. www.bali-bird-park.com

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DINE&DELIGHTS

S ’ I L A B BEST S R E G BUR

D EOPLE AROUN P F O S H C A STOM THE HEARTS AND E TH N WE DISCUSS LE E R TO E S H E . V S A D H N S BOU HAMBURGER ALL CULTURAL ITES AROUND G R IN O V D N FA E R C U S O N OF TRA THE WORLD, NAME A FEW D N A D O FO T OMFOR AMERICAN C ilvie By Diana O’G . D N LA IS E TH

hile the inventor of the burger

born during this era and are powerful global food

is still being disputed between

conglomerates today.

Germany and across the

Putting a burger on a menu drives sales and

pond in America, it is without

appeals to a wide demographic, and so that’s why

question that America quickly

many restaurants these days have also put their own

embraced the burger as the sandwich for the working

twist on the sandwich. A burger can be graced with

man. In the 1940’s, America was brimming with

artisanal bread, top quality meat like 100% Angus beef

industrialization and the factory production line was

or Japanese Wagyu, and gourmet toppings such as

king. Workers welcomed quick meals that didn’t keep

chorizo, black trufﬂes or a runny egg that permeates

them away from work too long, and soon the burger

every layer of the sandwich.

catapulted into quintessential American life. Diners,

There are a few restaurants in Bali that do the burger

drive-thru theaters, dives and fast food restaurants from

so well that any red-blooded American would bite into

California to New York all had burgers on their menu.

one and instantly feel at home. Here is our round up of

Fast food chains like McDonald’s and Friendly’s were

the best juicy, simple and gourmet burgers on the island.

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SKY GARDEN The mainstay of the Kuta party scene is quite tame at 5 o’clock in the evening, compared to its larger-thanlife late night club scene. Their daily buffet (Rp. 50,000) features ﬂame grilled meat patties cooked well done with a little bit of char on the outside. There is nothing fancy about these burgers, but therein lies the simple brilliance. The burgers are grilled outside on a charcoal grill and the smoke adds to the ﬂavor of the patties. Noshing on a burger outside on the rooftop feels like a backyard barbeque with friends in the summer time. The highlight to the open air dining experience is that guests can make their burgers according to preference. Hate onions? Leave them off. Choose from toppings such as caramelized onions, paper-thin sliced pickles, sweet sun dried tomatoes, chunky onions and crispy bacon. The free beer between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. goes quite well with the delicious burgers too!

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TAPPING SHOES Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing like biting into a good burger after a swim. Soak up Seminyakâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s swanky beach club scene at Potato Head, and then get into a big fat burger (Rp. 110,000) at Tapping Shoes Restaurant. The only burger on the menu needs no competition because it stands so well on its own. The thick meat patty is made from juicy Wagyu beef and garnished with simple toppings of lettuce, tomato and adorable miniature pickles. A tangy house-made sauce is placed on the side with a large sesame seed bun, and delivered on a bamboo platter. Every bite is effortlessly soft and tender, as the Wagyu just melts in your mouth.

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WAH WAH Burgers get a “swag upgrade” at Wah Wah’s in Seminyak. As you step off busy Jalan Laksmana, the interior opens up into a clean, warm and woody space. Long wooden benches with plush cushions convince diners to stay a while after ﬁnishing their meals. Open up the menu and you’ll see that Wah Wah is the “home of not-so humble comfort food.” A quick glance at this menu reveals cheekily labeled food and bawdy cocktail names. Simple ingredients are elevated with touches of gourmet cheeses, foie gras, quail egg and duck liver pâté. The most popular burger on the menu is the WW Classic that comes with a tomato reduction sauce and house-made wild honey mustard mayonnaise. The sweetness of the honey mustard balances the slight acidity of the tomato reduction. Their Wagyu beef patties range in size from small, medium to large (60, 120 and 180 grams, respectively) and prices start at Rp. 110,000. So whether you’re in the mood for a light snack or a monster meal, Wah Wah’s got you covered. Pair with trufﬂe mashed potatoes or hand cut fries for a delightful meal.

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PIT STOP There are two locations for this eatery – Seminyak and Uluwatu. The Uluwatu branch has two levels and an outside seating area under a large shady tree. High wooden stools line the interior and large bay windows open up for a garden view. Pit Stop’s Chicken Run burger (Rp. 30,000) is a crowd favorite, consisting of a fairly large breaded chicken breast smothered in guacamole and chili aioli sauce and then topped with fresh tomato and red onion slices. Their Happy Veggie burger (Rp. 25,000) is made from a chickpea and soya bean patty, grilled with eggplant and tangy coriander cream. Order a side of piping-hot fries (Rp. 25,000) for a hearty and wallet friendly meal. Pit Stop in Uluwatu is popular with hungry shirtless surfers looking to wolf down a meal after being out on the water. As for the Seminyak location, it is best visited to cure late night munchies (open 24 hours!). There isn’t much seating available, so grab a burger to go and devour it once you’ve arrived safely back at your accommodations.

SINGLE FIN Watching the alluring surf break as surfers execute daring tricks while you’re perched over the limestone cliffs isn’t the only beneﬁt of dining Indian Ocean provides a stunning backdrop to the restaurant and its newly extended lounge deck. The Single Fin Burger (Rp. 95,000) is a towering delight of a 100% thick beef patty with lettuce, tomato and an egg on top. Be prepared because eating it can be a bit messy! However, it’s well worth it.

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PHOTOS OF PIT STOP AND WAHWAH BURGERS BY ARIKO AHMAD, ALL OTHERS COURTESY

at Single Fin in Uluwatu. The azure

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IN MARCH WE CAUGHT UP WITH SOME OF THE ARTISTS WHO PERFORMED AT THE FIRST-EVER BALI LIVE FESTIVAL, AS WELL AS IAS BALASKAS, THE MAN BEHIND THE EVENT.

Pictured: Ias Balaskas (center) at the press conference for Bali Live Festival 2014

“I can ﬁnally perform our own Latin jazz compositions with the support of a great Latin drummer coming all the way from Mexico, Israel Varela.” – Nita Aartsen, on what she looked forward to the most at Bali Live Festival 2014.

Bali & Beyond (BB): Could you please tell our readers a little bit about yourself? Ias Balaskas (IB): I am a promoter and restaurant/club owner here in Bali. I run a live music venue and restaurant called the Jazz Café in Ubud, and I also run a company called Bali Musik Promosi, which hosts events like Bali Live Festival, acts as a booking agency, and in the near future will be managing artists and producing music. I am also a singer/songwriter myself, and used

“I’ve been coming here since the early 90’s and I’ve never left here without writing four or ﬁve songs.” – Jean-Paul “Bluey” Maunick of Incognito, on his experiences in Bali.

“I love the tradition, the colors, the food... So please keep that, because that’s what makes this place really special.” – Stokley Williams’ thoughts on Bali.

to have my own band in London. BB: What made you decide to move to Bali? IB: I ﬁrst came to Bali in 1987 for a family holiday when I was 10 years old. I instantly fell in love with this magical island and have come back many times. My sister, who was 18 at the time, fell in love with a Balinese man and has been here ever since. When I was 21, I spent around six months living here and

“I think as artists, it’s just such a gift that we can share our music everywhere we go.” – Estaire Godinez, on the best thing about being a musician.

had the strong desire to move here, “One thing about Bali that I really love is that there’s a lot of inspiration everywhere you go.” – Maurice Brown, on why he loves the island.

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but it wasn’t until I was 33 years old that I had the opportunity to come here and run the Jazz Café

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

LIVE OUT LOUD

on a trial basis. After doing it for a

are opened. For the ﬁrst time in my

together and making people happy

year, I knew I wanted to make my

life, I feel that I am being allowed to

through good music.

move permanent and be a part of

fulﬁll my full potential and utilize all

the transforming music scene in Bali.

my skills.

BB: What are the challenges in

Bali has an amazing creative energy

preparing for Bali Live Festival?

and countless talented musicians, but

BB: What was your motivation in

IB: Haha, where do I start? The

I felt the scene here lacked direction

organizing the Bali Live Festival?

main challenge, as with anything

and a lot of the musicians were stuck

IB: I always dreamed about hosting

in life, was time and money. I got

playing covers in hotels and bars

a music festival and presenting

the go-ahead from Java Jazz in

and not really progressing musically.

amazing bands from around the

November so I only really had 3

I wanted to change that. In truth, all

world on one stage in a beautiful

months to organize everything. I

these reasons are things that I can

environment. After working with the

also had no money to spare and

see now, but what really brought

local musicians in Bali and other

could only hire 3 staff in January to

me here was an unexplainable

parts of Indonesia, I wanted to give

organize the entire event! Due to this

force that some refer to as God. I

the local talent a chance to show

limited time it was very difﬁcult to get

truly know that this is a part of my

the world their music and share the

sponsorship but we did pretty good,

purpose and destiny.

stage with musical legends who

considering. Spreading the word

would undoubtedly inspire and

was also not easy and we hope to

BB: You’re from London, where the

push them to be more creative with

have even more extensive promotion

music scene is very active. What

their own music. I also wanted to

next year. Every aspect of this

do you think Bali has that London

make Bali a known destination for

festival was a challenge as it was

doesn’t in terms of the music scene?

musicians to perform at and draw

new to me, but now that I have this

IB: Simply put, Bali is not only a

more people to Bali to watch live

experience under my belt, I know

beautiful and amazing cultural

shows. When I met Sagon Togasa,

exactly how to plan, organize and

place, but there is also an openness

the owner of Ryoshi House of Jazz,

execute next year’s festival to make

and appreciation of creativity that

he too shared the same vision and

it even bigger and better than it

makes it the ultimate destination

we decided to become partners.

was this year.

for anyone who wishes to create,

To bring great bands here seemed

express or enjoy art of any kind,

impossible and far too expensive,

BB: Lastly, can you give any hints on

including music. The creative energy

but then I went to Java Jazz Festival

the future plans for Bali Life Festival?

here is very powerful and it is also

and had the idea to partner with

IB: I don’t want to give away too

like a microcosm of the entire world,

them and bring some of the artists

much, but we will be doing a

with so many people living or

who were already in Jakarta to

two-day festival next year and we

visiting here from all over. It is also a

Bali. They were very receptive and

already have some big ideas for the

smaller and less competitive market,

supportive of my ideas and being

line up! We will deﬁnitely use the

so I feel that what I do is really

able to associate with Java Jazz was

same venue and will have a bigger

appreciated here. London is a great

a huge head start when trying to ﬁnd

team to think of ways to make it an

place for music, but it’s a very hard

media support and sponsorship. My

even more special and interesting

place to live and succeed. The doors

main motivation was to elevate the

event. Thanks for supporting us from

are shut in your face more than they

music scene in Bali, bringing people

the start. It made a real difference.

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INVITE&INDULGE

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FACING UP TO THE MARCH OF TIME CONTRIBUTOR KATIE TRUMAN GETS HANDED SOME OF THE BEST HELP AVAILABLE IN THE QUEST FOR ETERNAL YOUTH.

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Mogul design, decor and

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ambience – from the Indian palace

Elemis, a U.K. spa skincare range

battlement exterior to the tranquil

that has garnered multiple awards

Middle Eastern-style inner courtyards

and is known for their combining

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of natural active ingredients and

Award-winning Prana is arguably Bali’s largest day spa; this is increasingly evident as I’m

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and Botox, Prana’s “Elemis Pro-

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rooms that are elaborately decorated

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hydrates and revives dull, slackened

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skin. Breakthrough technology

I ﬁrst take advantage of Prana’s

“combines plant stem cells, nutrient-

complimentary pre-treatment steam

rich natural lipids and ﬁrming plant

room, sauna and hot and cold

actives including Marine extract

plunge pools. Languishing in the hot

Padina Pavonica, combined with

pool in a Moroccan-style courtyard,

powerful lifting massage techniques

I indulge in a glass of champagne

targeting sagging jowls, cheeks,

(if this isn’t anti-aging, who cares…

chin and neck, whilst helping to

this all feels very therapeutic). My

reduce pufﬁness and ﬂuid retention

therapist then leads me to another

associated with sagging skin.”

gorgeous chamber, dimly lit by

Clinically proven to greatly reduce

ornate lanterns, where I commence

wrinkles and improve skin ﬁrmness

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Left: Exotic hallways to wander through at Prana Spa Below: Take advantage of Prana’s pre-treatment steam room, sauna and hot and cold plunge pools

rehydrating ginseng toner and warmed mitts drenched in rosewood, lavender, or lime essential oils. Next my face is blissfully assaulted with the Pro Collagen collection – with ultra-moisturizing, anti-wrinkle and lifting elements – covering the décolletage, delicate eye area, neck and face. Elemis promises “a ﬁrmer, plump and more glowing youthful complexion,” with facial contours lifted and shaped and sagging cheeks and neck visibly improved. Sipping my hot ginger tea while glancing in the mirror, my skin does feels obscenely soft and looks amazingly plumped, ﬁrmed-up and radiant. Hoorah! Helping maintain these youthful, glowing results, patrons booking this facial during April will receive a complimentary Elemis Pro-Radiance Illuminating Flash Balm. And all you men out there,

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After an application of Quartz

an “experience” as well, ﬁtting into

Lift Serum the skin is primed for two

treatment for male skin, minimizing

Prana Spa’s “experiences” concept

Pro Collagen masks: ﬁrst a high-

the signs of aging, boosting tired

with a maximum of therapeutic

performance Quartz Lift Peel-Off

and stressed skin, and protecting

activities such as a pre-facial neck

Mask accompanied by a soothing

against the harsh effects of shaving

and shoulder massage, abdominal

scalp massage and ultra-moisturizing

and environmental damage.

breathing, and aromatherapy-based

Quartz Lift Mask, with hands and

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sensations, which start with your feet

arms massaged with Frangipani

being warmed with lime essential

Monoi massage oil, followed by

Prana Spa

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after just one treatment? Bring it on!

LET’S NOT FORGET BELOW THE SHOULDERS... Another way of looking youthful is to stay slim and toned – not easy as you get older. On the cutting edge of weight-loss management, Prana’s “Simply Slimming Treatment” (120 minutes, Rp. 1,050,000++) offers the latest techniques in cellulite and water retention reduction; ideal for those like me, struggling sometimes to zip-up their jeans, or wishing to firm-up troublesome spots. Within an expansive chamber evocative of Turkish bath houses, complete with a massive stone bathtub, a thick, sloppy concoction of fresh ground coffee beans is scrubbed rhythmically over the body, exfoliating the skin, dispelling toxins and eliminating impurities. The thighs, stomach and lower back are then smeared with locally sourced seaweed and then tightly wrapped in plastic cling-film (the things I do to stay young!). Resembling a giant vegan sausage, this is not the time for your other half to see you. I’m then “popped into” the wet steam room for a 15-minute session; the steam working with the seaweed to firm up body tissue and eliminate bloating, toxins and water retention. After showering, an intense pummeling, pounding and pinching massage with superior French weight-loss products, focusing on the wobbly bits, is far from soothing. But in the quest for dynamic results and getting into those jeans, “No pain, no gain!” certainly rings true here.

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r jam sessions One of the indoo at Java Jazz.

Popular artist Teza Sumendra performing at Java Jazz for the ﬁrst time. He has one of the sexiest voices in the country!

Our favorite snac ks kue apem (ab ove) and kue cubit (below ). These little local versions of pancakes are perfect treats for teatime!

You might have seen, and even been on, a hor se-drawn carrige in Kuta. But don ’t they look a bit drab wh en compared to the festive and colorful ones in Jak arta?

A really cute and ﬂuffy kitty we met during lunch at Pasta Grage in Canggu.

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PHOTOS BY ARIKO AHMAD AND MUTIA ADISOMA

SIGHTS&SOUNDS

Our cork board of photos, quotes and fun facts that we picked up while exploring in February and March ...

The Earth, Wind and d Fire Experience featuring Al McKay

The main hall was packed with festival goers eager to see Jamie Cullum’s headlining performance (above) on the ﬁrstt day of Java Jazz.

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We spotted on day one of the Java Jazz Festival the beautiful Indonesian onesian BALI&BEYOND APRIL 2014 mance. diva Andien (in pink ikat skirt) and friends, right after their performance.

BB: Rhythm? AS: Blues. BB: Life? AS: Faaantastic. BB: Ride? AS: Bumpy. BB: Seattle? AS: Home. BB: Fly? BB: Away. BB: Money? (laughs) AS: Not very much. e? Lov : BB AS: Everything. BB: Soul? AS: Power. esia? BB: And lastly, Indon AS: Beautiful. your time. nk you so much for BB: OK, that’s it! Tha Means a lot. AS: Appreciate it!

REST&RELAXATION

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JIMBARAN’S

NEW GEM MEANING ‘FOREST’ IN INDONESIAN, AYANA’S TRENDY NEW RIMBA RESORT STAYS TRUE TO ITS NAME WITH LONG AND WINDING JOGGING PATHS, ONE HECTARE’S WORTH OF WATER FEATURES, AND THE KIND OF SCENIC VIEWS THAT ARE EXACTLY WHAT YOU WANT TO WAKE UP TO. BALI&BEYOND APRIL 2014

Clockwise from top: The shady lagoon pool, Pool Access Room interior, RIMBAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lobby featuring recycled wood sourced from old ships

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To feel as if you are in the middle

Bali,” said RIMBA Project Director

of a forest, you need not only see

Wayan Widhiada. “Some of those

foliage and forest colors, but you

trees have been used at RIMBA, and

need to hear forest sounds as well.

we have planted new trees at the

In creating waterways around the

farm to replace them as part of our

lobby area, the restaurant, and the

commitment to a greener Bali.”

pools, RIMBA’s designers have really

In addition, RIMBA planted

thought of every detail in creating a

10,000 trees around their grounds

true forest ambience.

to help further offset their carbon footprint. There is also a water

PLANTING & RECYCLING

recycling plant and a rainwater harvesting program.

or the ﬁrst few hours I

Creating a worthy ambience for

couldn’t get over the

guests wasn’t the only priority for

materials into RIMBA’s design, their

sound of the ﬂowing

RIMBA. They’ve also made the

team gathered driftwood by hand

water. Fresh out of the

preservation of the resorts’s natural

along the beaches of West Bali to

monsoon season I had

surroundings and the minimiziation

create decorations that are unique

automatically thought it was raining,

of their carbon footprint among their

to each one of the 282 rooms. The

but peering out the window at the

top concerns.

lobby’s walls are made of recycled

clear blue sky quickly dispelled this.

“Five years ago when the ‘seeds

In terms of incorporating recycled

wood from three old Sulawesi

I then realized that the sound was

were planted’ for the idea of a

shipping boats, and the winding

more reminiscent of a babbling

new hotel at AYANA, our farmers

two-kilometer jogging path that

stream than rain, and suddenly it all

planted 40,000 fast-growing albesia

connects RIMBA to AYANA is made

became clear.

trees at AYANA’s farm in central

from crushed recycled glass bottles.

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AYANA’S SISTER

via the complimentary shuttle to

With 77 sprawling hectares to work

take advantage of facilities at both

with, it was more than possible to

locations.

build RIMBA in the vicinity of its

This means that RIMBA’s guests

sister resort AYANA without the

have convenient access to AYANA’s

two properties being visible to one

seven restaurants, their famous

another. But guests can travel back

Thermes Marins Spa, Kubu Beach

and forth through the leafy forest

and the Rock Bar, one of Bali’s most iconic destinations for sunset drinks.

SWEET DIGS This is not to say that there isn’t enough at RIMBA alone to keep guests occupied. First of all there are more than enough pools to choose from – six, to be exact. They consist of the Lower Pool with children’s waterslide, the swim-up Pool Bar with Jacuzzi, the Cabana Pool and the Lagoon Pool in front of the Pool Access Rooms. I particularly loved the lap pool

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF RIMBA JIMBARAN BALI

Clockwise from top: Semi alfresco nooks face the Cabana Pool, the lime green slide can be found at the Lower Pool, stylish gazebos perfect for lazing about dot the garden

THERE ARE MORE THAN ENOUGH POOLS TO CHOOSE FROM – SIX, TO BE EXACT. FROM THE UPPER POOL YOU CAN ACTUALLY LOOK DOWN A HOLE TO SEE THE KIDDIE SLIDE.

Bay Suite had such a beautiful view of the green surrounds that I decided to pull back the curtains for the majority of my stay. Visible directly below my balcony was the rooftop garden where colorful ﬂowers are grown for Balinese offerings. And to the right was a clear view of the stunning water body near the lobby with its two sunken seating areas. The Suite’s inviting moss green that is adjacent to the To’ge

scattered about on the sofas and

daybed and round tub with

Restaurant with its three streams of

chairs, laughing and having a good

accompanying bath salts were just

water tumbling down – perfect for

time. The music is pumping, the

two more reasons that made it ever

an impromptu shoulder massage.

drinks and cocktails refreshing, and

so hard to leave this modern forest

From the Upper Pool you can

there are a number of “Instagram-

haven.

actually look down a hole to see

worthy” corners for snap-happy

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the lime green kiddie slide. And

visitors to take advantage of.

there is also a pool up on the roof

There’s also no shame in taking

Rimba Jimbaran Bali

time to just relax in the room. About

Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera,

a third of the rooms have sunset

Jimbaran

great for hanging out. During my

ocean views, but even the hillside

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visit I saw a number of groups

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at the UNIQUE Bar. The UNIQUE Rooftop Bar is

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PONDERINGPOINT

WILLIAM SANTOSO, THE NEW GENERAL MANAGER AT BALI SAFARI AND MARINE PARK, SPEAKS OUT ON BEHALF OF HIS FURRY AND FEATHERED FRIENDS…

home, watching TV, going to sleep

demands us to

and then waking up to do everything

be on top of

all over again. I think life is about

things in literally

co-existence, the relationship you

seconds, but we

build with everything around you,

don’t realize that we’ve forgotten

with other people, with God and

about life itself.

with nature.

What is life? Have you asked

Working at the Bali Safari

yourself that question lately? I think

and Marine Park has changed

it’s more than waking up each

my views on life, especially my

morning, going to work and taking

relationship with nature. I discovered

care of daily obligations, going

a harmonious relationship between the animals we have at the Park and the rangers that take care of them. I’m now able to see things that I had overlooked before and have found a new appreciation for life. When I ﬁrst started we had just welcomed several new family members to the Park – two lion cubs, an elephant calf, and a baby giraffe. The birth of these amazing animals shined a light of hope on our breeding program, and we are truly in awe of these magniﬁcent little creatures. I’m proud to say that we did all we could for this to come

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF BALI SAFARI & MARINE PARK

MORE TO LIFE

ur lifestyle today

about, and we’ll continue to do all

Of course it takes real

we can to make sure this continues

commitment and relentless

in the future.

dedication towards wildlife education and conservation, and

THE FIRST-BORN

it also takes great experts like

Our new baby giraffe’s birth was

our curator, Tim Husband, who

the ﬁrst of its kind to take place

dedicates his life to the preservation

on the island of Bali. He is one of

of these beautiful animals.

only a few giraffes to be born in program’s biggest success stories.

ENDANGERED BEAUTIES

Mother giraffe Soﬁ gave birth to

Being a renowned conservation and

Kuqala on January 2nd after a 15-

education institution, we commit

month gestation period. One hour

ourselves to growing the population

after Kuqala was born he stood

of endangered animals, especially in

up proudly alongside his mother,

Indonesia.

Indonesia, and one of our breeding

looking around as if saying, “Hello

One of these is Bali’s

world, here I am!” (I suppose I

disappearing bird species, the Bali

would have done the same if I had

Mynah (Leucopsar Rothschildi). It

been born two meters tall). Kuqala

was nearly impossible to ﬁnd this

means ﬁrst-born in Zulu.

beautiful bird in the wild, so Bali

Then 20 days later, after waiting

Safari and Marine Park stepped in

patiently for 645 days (nearly 22

to help. Forming partnerships is the

months), we welcomed a baby

key to successful conservation, and

Sumatran elephant in the early hours

together with PT. Garuda Indonesia

also serves as a reminder: if animals

of January 22nd. Just six days after

we are working to make sure that this

don’t talk, they can’t speak up and

that, two lion cubs were born at

beautiful Balinese bird has a better

ask for help.

the Park.

chance for survival in the future.

Many species of animals are

Aside from the Bali Mynah, we

slowly disappearing, and I believe

A DELICATE PROCESS

have conservation efforts in place

it is our obligation to do something

Breeding is not an easy task. It takes

for the Sumatran Tiger, Sumatran

about it. We need to help them the

years of planning and we needed to

Elephant, Banteng, Sun Bear,

way we help others in need. It’s only

carefully pair up the right male and

Binturong, Babi Rusa, Asiatic

right that we start to value life more

female. In the case of lions, without

Tapir, Orangutan, Komodo, Slow

– other lives, their lives.

proper management you can have

Loris, Green Peafowl and Electus

cases of inbreeding that lead to

Parrot, just to name a few.

poor quality. Bali Safari and Marine

This is why I hope you take the opportunity to learn more about

A quote that I like goes something

our animals, to get up-close and

Park is blessed with seven different

like this, “Animals don’t talk because

personal with them and to learn

bloodlines of lions, so we can – with

they’re content with their lives.” I like

what you can do to help.

careful management – avoid that.

to think that this is true, but the quote

By William Santoso

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FOTOFOLIO

GARDEN OF DELIGHT Keeping with this month’s theme of staying young at heart, we present to you the works of Indonesian artist Arya Pandjalu, whose avian-humanoid alter ego creature is a reﬂection of his childhood. When Arya was younger he used to hunt birds with his shotgun. Long afterwards, he regretted this ill treatment of living things and began to express his feelings of remorse through his art. His increased awareness about fauna sparked an increasing environmental awareness within him, and “Garden of Delight” is a manifestation of this. If you missed this exhibition at BIASA+, ﬂip through the following pages to enjoy the peculiar yet striking pieces that were on display. Explored here are the themes of fragility, temporality and childhood experiences, along with the beauty and decay associated with environmental issues in daily life. www.aryapandjalu.net

Garden of Delight (2013) Papier-mache, watercolor plants, teakwood rack 240 x 42 x 190 cm

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Above: The World Is Yours 2 (2012), Watercolor on paper 42 x 29.7 cm Left: Brave New World (2013), Papier-mache, auto print, acrylic paint and electric guitar 95 x 37 x 158 cm

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Above: The World Is Yours 5 (2012) Watercolor on paper 42 x 29.7 cm Below: The World is Yours 1 (2012) Watercolor on paper 41 x 29.7 cm

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Painted Life (2013) Papier-mache, acrylic paint, watercolor plant and wooden tripod 83 x 55 x 156 cm

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Maybe it’s not about trying to ﬁx something broken, maybe it’s about starting over and creating something better (2013) BALI&BEYOND APRIL 2014

Maybe it’s not about trying to ﬁx something broken, maybe it’s about starting over and creating something better 2 (2013)

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Dancing In The Dark (2013) 65 Single channel video 11, wooden house 75 x 51 x 179 cm

LITTLELOVES

COZY GALLERY WE JUST CAN’T STOP OBSESSING OVER BUNGALOW LIVING CAFÉ, THE COZY LITTLE HANGOUT IN CANGGU, AND NOW EVEN MORE SO AFTER THE ADDITION OF THE BUNGALOW LIVING GALLERY!

he Bungalow Living

wife owners Donald and Giovanna

Gallery is more than just

share to produce original home

a gallery where you can

décor as well as make use of local

go to purchase artwork to

materials such as rattan and teak.

hang on your walls. This

Since the opening of this new

homey space that is nestled in a cool

space, the duo has added a new

and shady alley just opposite the

line of self-produced cushions,

Bungalow Café is the place to go for

which we would just love to have

either an intimate hangout session

in our homes. We especially adore

with your friends or to shop for

the cushions with vintage-inspired

unique additions for your home.

patterns and colorful chevron motifs.

As you enter the alley you’ll ﬁnd

As for the food, we recommend

blue wooden double doors on your

you place an order for one of

right, and once you pass through

everything! Really, there’s nothing

them you will be transported into a

bad on this menu. But if we really

quiet and serene atmosphere. This

had to choose, we’d go for a slice of

new extension to the café was built

ﬂourless cakes and a hazelnut latte.

out of the passion that husband-and-

Hopefully when you visit you’ll

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be able to meet Bungalow’s famous dog, BB King. This sweet and friendly goldendoodle (golden

PHOTOS BY MICHAEL MORGAN

retriever bred with a poodle) is pretty much the icon of Bungalow. People

showcases beautiful dog collars

come to Bungalow speciﬁcally to

and handmade rattan dog beds

take photos with him, and some

and cushions. BB’s line of dog

have even ﬂown to Bali just to meet

accessories is also available at the

him! We learned that once a woman

Bungalow Living Gallery, so come

even ﬂew with her deaf daughter

by and check them out!

all the way from Bandung (in West

By Miko Harada

Java) because her daughter wanted to meet BB. BB even has his own has website, www.babykingliving.com, which

Bungalow Living Jalan Pantai Brawa No. 35a, Canggu, (0361) 844-6567

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Clockwise from opposite page: The bohemian chic interior of Bungalow Living Gallery, the intimate outdoor area where you can hangout with your dear ones, the colorful collection of home wares products from Bungalow, The cute and famous BB King in front of Bungalow Gallery, pillow cases wrapped up, our favorite chevron motifed cushions.

ACTION&ATTRACTION

LIFE

AQUATIC

GET A GLIMPSE OF LIFE UNDERWATER WITH SEAWALKER, WHERE YOU CAN WALK THROUGH A SCHOOL OF FISH AND SEE BEAUTIFUL CORAL UP CLOSE, WITHOUT LEARNING HOW TO DIVE FIRST.

aking a stroll down Kuta’s

Mind you, there are plenty of

So why not head down to Puri

busy streets or ambling

operators offering a similar activity

Santrian Beach Resort & Spa to

down Petitenget Beach

as Seawalker and even sharing the

experience Seawalker? Get a little

can either be a hassle

same name, but you can be sure

taste of what it might feel like to

or a treat depending on

that the Seawalker in Sanur by

be Ariel. You know, Ariel… the

what situation you ﬁnd yourself in.

Club Aqua Bali is the proper one.

redheaded mermaid who wished

But walking underwater amongst

Complete with professional staff and

for a pair of legs to tread on land

colorful ﬁsh and beautiful coral

top-of-the-range equipment, your

(though I can’t for the life of me

is deﬁnitely one heck of a great

safety and enjoyment is their top

understand why after experiencing

experience!

priority.

the joys of being under the sea!).

GOING UNDER Unlike scuba diving where you need to obtain a license through a lengthy and expensive course, Seawalker allows you to experience life underwater with far less hassle. Really, all you need to do is show up, watch a safety orientation video (much like the ones prior to airplane takeoff), change into your swimsuit and apply sunscreen, and you’ll be all set! You’ll put on specialized diving shoes provided by Seawalker to

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Clockwise: Interacting with colorful ﬁsh, striking a pose with a school of ﬁsh, important hand signals, climbing up the ladder at the end of the half hour session, admiring coral reef

There’s nothing to fear however, as your instructor will be with you the entire time and will lead you to an underwater spot where you can enjoy the beautiful colors of the schools of ﬁsh and coral that surround you. At this spot there will be a long steel bar that you can use as an

protect your feet from sharp coral or

on you, and once you’ve climbed

anchor while you take pictures with

sea urchins (not that there are many

down the stainless steel ladder at

the ﬁsh and feed them ﬁsh food

of them). Afterwards, you will be led

the end of pontoon and are about

pellets. These cute and colorful ﬁsh

to a boat waiting just off the white

shoulder deep in the water, the

will be so close to your helmet that

sand beach that will ferry you to the

staff will put a special pressurized

you might feel the urge to pet them –

pontoon sitting about 500 meters

diving helmet on you that will let you

in fact, it’s possible to do so because

from the shore.

breathe just as if you were on land.

they won’t bite.

An instructor will give you one

When you reach the sea ﬂoor, it

After interacting with the school

last brieﬁng on simple hand signals

will feel like you’ve been transported

of ﬁsh, you will be taken to a nearby

for communicating once you’re in

to another world. All you’ll be

coral formation where other, more

the water. Make sure you listen to

able to hear are the air bubbles

colorful ﬁsh live. On my dive the

the instructions, because it’s really

coming out of your helmet, and you

instructor told me to put my hand on

important for you to be able to

won’t be entirely in control of your

one coral head where there was a

understand how to communicate in

movement because the sea current

cute little blue ﬁsh swimming about,

case of an emergency.

will gently sway your body about.

and as I put my hand on it the ﬁsh

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF CLUB AQUA

The staff will then put a harness

YOUR INSTRUCTOR WILL BE WITH YOU THE ENTIRE TIME AND WILL LEAD YOU TO A SPOT WHERE YOU CAN ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL COLORS OF THE SCHOOLS OF FISH AND CORAL THAT SURROUND YOU.

quickly pecked at my hand. It didn’t hurt a bit and it was thrilling to feel the “ﬁsh kiss”!

BACK ON LAND After your 30 minutes are up, a boat will be waiting for you by the pontoon to take you back ashore. If you book the whole Seawalker experience, you will have a lunch ready for you at the special Seawalker lounge overlooking the white sand beach. However, I personally suggest taking advantage of the ‘Bali Big Day Out’ package by Club Aqua. The package offers a full day ﬁlled with fun in Bali’s

teatime exploring the seaﬂoor with

waters. Depending on the day

Seawalker.

and the weather, you might start

By Ariko Ahmad

your day rafting down the Telaga Waja River, then lunching at a

Club Aqua, Sekar Menuh Building,

nearby village surrounded by East

Bypass Ngurah Rai No. 5, Sanur

Bali’s lush greenery, and then

(0361) 281-408

towards the afternoon you’ll spend

www.clubaquabali.com

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SEAWALKER ESSENTIALS: • Sunblock • Swimsuit • Change of clothes • Cash (for buying lunch or buying your photos) • Underwater camera (if you have one, it should at least be able to handle 8m of depth)

BEYONDBALI

MONKEY BUSINESS

IN THE CASE OF THE ORANGUTANS, TOURISM IS A GOOD THING. THE MORE PEOPLE THAT VISIT THESE LOVABLE AND INTELLIGENT CREATURES, THE MORE ATTENTION WILL HOPEFULLY BE GIVEN TO THEIR PLIGHT. 72

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ho can

species, the more attention will be

resist an

bestowed upon them.

orangutan?

There are two ways to see the

Well, quite

orangutans – you can visit those in

a few

the wild or those in the numerous

people it seems. For starters, try

rehabilitation centers scattered

the palm oil production companies

throughout Kalimantan and Sarawak

or the illegal loggers who are in

(in the neighboring country of

the process of decimating Borneo’s

Malaysia).

magniﬁcent rainforests. The upshot of

Clockwise from left: Have an adventure in the jungles of Kalimantan, double rainbows greet our contributor during his journey, an orangutan enjoys some tasty treats

this is that the orangutan’s habitat is

INTO THE WILD

fast shrinking along with the habitats

For the adventurous folks who want

of other tree dwelling species.

to see orangutans in the wild, it is

My particular theory is that the

best to venture to Kalimantan. The

more people make the journey to

Gunung Palung National Park, just

visit these critically endangered

across the border from Sarawak in

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Top: A baby orangutan peeks out at the visitors Right: Trekking through the rainforest

West Kalimantan, is one of the least

disappointed. If you decide to go

visited national parks in Indonesia.

there, head to Ketapang (the main

However, you’ll ﬁnd that the density

gateway) ﬁrst to secure a permit

of wildlife here is astonishing! If

from the wildlife center.

you are lucky, you may even spot

The Kutai National Park in East

the rare and incredibly shy maroon

Kalimantan is another gem where an

langur.

estimated 700 orangutans reside,

There are an estimated 2,000

although logging and oil palm

– 2,500 orangutans living in the

plantations are slowly but surely

Park, so you are sure not to be

creeping closer. Access is easy via

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the city of Samarinda. Be sure to

Orangutans are simply endearing

been noted that at this particular

get your permit at the small town of

and so intelligent with their basic use

sanctuary, the alpha males will

Bontang, close to the main gate (see

of tools and their ability to reason.

actually plan their day in advance,

box for further details). When visiting Kalimantan it is

A report from the Atlanta

working out various times to move

Zoo states that two of their

around and scout out various

a good idea to learn some basic

female orangutans can now play

locations where they will spend

Indonesian phrases, as English is

competitive video games! And it has

the night.

not widely spoken. Better still, get a guide for the duration of your stay. Kalimantanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s culture is rich, the forests deep, and the people ever so friendly. Check with the local government ofďŹ ces of each province, as they will be delighted to help.

ACROSS THE BORDER Sarawak (in Malaysia) is far more visited than Kalimantan, with attractions that are well promoted and developed for tourism. The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is just a few miles outside of Kuching. Here, 29 orangutans live in 650 acres of preserved rainforest. You will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with them as they swing acrobat-like towards the various feeding stations. Orangutans are nomadic creatures and generally fairly solitary. The males seldom tolerate other males on their patch of jungle and at this particular center; aggression amongst the older alpha males is becoming more frequent. Having said that, if you have never had the experience of seeing an orangutan, this center will not disappoint (even though there can be up to ďŹ ve hundred tourists visiting during each feeding time).

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GETTING THERE • BY AIR - The easiest and most efficient way to travel to Sarawak or Kalimantan is to fly. Malaysia Airlines via KL has daily flights to Kuching. Air Asia also runs a 3x weekly flight from Denpasar to Kota Kinabalu. To get to Kalimantan, seek deals out of Jakarta. • BY SEA - Ferries to and from Borneo can be boarded from several locations within Indonesia. Trawl the web for the best routes for your adventure.

NATIONAL PARKS AND WILDLIFE CENTERS • Gunung Palung National Park in West Kalimantan - Highly

SEE FOR YOURSELF

can also see and learn about in

recommended. Contact Nasalis

This piece is focused on the

Borneo.

Tour & Travel, a not-for-proﬁt

orangutans of Borneo (apes)

It’s one of the most incredible

organization owned and

rather than the monkeys of that

places on Earth, the world’s

operated by the national park.

region, which perhaps renders

third largest island and home to

Email reservation@nasalistour.

the title a bit ambiguous. But

many species that man has yet to

com or call (0534) 772-2701.

think of it as a reminder of the

discover! So go, because if you

• Kutai National Park in East

gibbons and proboscis monkeys

never go, you’ll never know.

Kalimantan - To arrange access

and all the other species that you

By Paul V. Walters

and tours contact Pak Supiani on mobile 08134638803. • Semenggoh Wildlife Centre

INDONESIA

in Sarawak - The quickest and easiest way to see orangutans. No. 6 bus of Sarawak Transport Co. to the main gate and walk the rest of the way (about 20 min.) Another option is to take a taxi from the center of Kuching.

EAST JAVA

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PHOTOS BY PAUL V. WALTERS

If using public transport, take the

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CAPITALCORNER

LUXURY REDEFINED IF LUXURY IS WHAT YOU SEEK IN YOUR STAY AT THE CAPITAL, THEN LOOK NO FURTHER THAN RITZ-CARLTON MEGA KUNINGAN WHERE YOU’LL EXPERIENCE EXTRAVAGANCE ON ANOTHER LEVEL.

eing greeted with a

the check-in process, think again.

welcoming smile at the

Ritz-Carlton’s famous Club Level

reception desk during

offers luxury on its truest form, where

check-in is something to

everything is effortless and the

be expected, but being

word ‘hassle’ is simply non-existent.

graced with a warm welcome and

Checking in is as simple as jotting

greeted by name as early as the

down your email address, phone

vehicle security checkpoint outside

number and signature, and handing

the lobby area is really something

your ID to the concierge from the

extraordinary. This is only the start

comfort of your own room. Then

of the amazing experience you’ll

have a bite of your favorite cake or

have during your stay at the Club

sip on your favorite tea.

Level of the Ritz-Carlton Mega Kuningan.

And how would they know about your cake preference, you might ask? This is where the chain’s

IN A CLUB OF THEIR OWN

personalized service steps in, going

Sitting right in the heart of glitzy

every need and whim. If you happen

Jakarta, this luxurious hotel will

to be traveling for business all by

above and beyond to meet your

sweep you off to an alternate reality

your lonesome, you might ﬁnd the

where the capital is suddenly calm

staff has already anticipated this by

and relaxing. All the boisterousness

leaving a photo of your family by the

and chaos of the Big Durian

bedside. Or if you are visiting for

somehow dissipates as you glide

a city holiday with your little ones,

through the immaculate marble

they will have prepared an array

lobby and up to your spacious and

of special treats that your children

comfortable room.

would be sure to pounce on as soon

If you think I failed to mention

as they enter the room.

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THE LOUNGE

that are perfect for getting work

can be a tad overwhelming and

The Club Level rooms at the Ritz-

done – ﬁve meeting rooms and

borderline intimidating, The Club

Carlton Mega Kuningan allow

business center are available for

Lounge’s atmosphere is cozy and

access to one of the best things

complimentary two-hour use. But

relaxed. The super attentive staff

about this hotel – The Club Lounge.

if it iss relaxation you seek, the

makes it even better!

Located on the 26th ﬂoor, and

pool table, plush sofas and ﬂoor-to-

exclusively for Club Level and Suite

ceiling windows boasting Jakarta’s

SIP, SAVOR OR SPA

guests, the lounge occupies the

glittering skyline should do the

Now for purely indulgent

entire ﬂoor and is designed to be

trick. Enjoy mouthwatering snacks

experiences, the Ritz-Carlton Mega

your home away from home.

and beverages that are available

Kuningan is never short of the ﬁner

throughout the day and night for

things in life. On the dining side, the

your pleasure.

hotel offers three restaurants, Lobo,

your own living room or recreational room while also providing areas

Where other luxurious lounges

TEMPUS and Asia Restaurant. Personally, Lobo is the one that stands out the most for me, especially due to their 101 Martini Brunch. With 101 martini-based cocktails to choose from, a whole array of buffet options and an a la carte menu, you are positively in for a treat. The Ritz-Carlton Mega Kuningan also offers spa treatments that will reawaken your senses and uplift you after dealing with the daily hustle of the city. Located on the ﬁfth ﬂoor, The Ritz-Carlton Spa boasts 19 spa rooms and the capital’s only two spa villas with private outdoor Jacuzzis, perfect for those who are

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE RITZ-CARLTON MEGA KUNINGAN

It has the comfort and hominess of

looking for a tranquil getaway. The 90-minute Mystical Touch Massage comes highly recommended, as this

We caught up with General Manager Mr. Nagesh Chawla of The Ritz-Carlton Mega Kuningan to talk about the secret behind this luxury hotel’s brilliant service.

treatment combines techniques of traditional Indonesian, Swedish and Lomi-Lomi massages merged with the Spa’s original oil recipe using botanical ingredients.

EXCLUSIVELY GREEN Speaking of botanicals, The RitzCarlton Mega Kuningan will be introducing a pioneering urban farming project. The hotel will turn its ﬁfth ﬂoor outdoor area into an

Bali & Beyond (BB): We’ve had the great pleasure of experiencing The Ritz-Carlton recently, and I was particularly impressed with how personalized the service is. How do you manage to meet the needs of every guest so completely? Nagesh Chawla (NC): Well, to maintain personalized levels one needs to focus on the details. A thorough understanding of our customer demographics is the key to our success and extensive training – both theoretical and practical – is our instrument to success. BB: What challenges do you face in maintaining Ritz-Carlton’s famous personalized service? NC: Hospitality is all about passion, and therefore I do not see any challenges in my job. I only see and seek opportunities to continuously innovate our service delivery.

organic garden where ingredients for the hotel’s dining outlets will be planted and guests can learn how they can have a little farm of their own back home. This green project will be the ﬁrst of its kind by a major luxury hotel in Jakarta By Miko Harada

BB: What keeps you motivated? NC: My motivations are simply passion, passion and passion. BB: What is your idea of perfect hospitality service? NC: There is no such thing as perfect hospitality service. Services and customer expectations are constantly changing, and therefore to come close to perfection one needs to keep innovating the processes and motivating our lady and gentlemen staff.

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR

ART HOTEL This month, Uma by COMO luxury hotel in Ubud will transform itself into an art gallery as it plays host to the works of Malaysian artist Dennis Ho in a solo art exhibition titled ‘Vivacious Rhythms of Bali: A Journey Through Art.’ Starting from the beginning of this month and running for the next three months, this collaboration between the hotel and the artist will be an effort to preserve Balinese culture, with 15% of all sales going towards the Balerung Foundation. Based in Peliatan, the foundation was established as a place for creative local talents to practice and perform. During the exhibition the artwork will be displayed throughout the hotel from its dining outlets like Uma Cucina, Kemiri and the poolside Uma Bar, to the hotel’s lobby area and meeting rooms. Uma by COMO, Ubud, Jalan Raya Sanggingan, Ubud (0361) 972-448, www.comohotels.com

In their effort to extensively promote a healthy lifestyle, the IndoRunners Bali community has been challenged by Yamaha Motor and BPR Indra to run as far as they can for a special program called ‘We Run 100 Km a Day.’ This running challenge from February to April is designed to encourage community members to make their lifestyle as healthy as possible by running, and the results of the challenge will be converted by the sponsors into a monthly donation for several charity foundations in Bali. This is open to all running enthusiasts, so if you live in Bali and want to be part of the running community you can join in Thursdays at 5:45 p.m. and Sundays at 6:15 a.m. at Renon Park, or at 5:45 a.m. on Sundays in Jimbaran (gather near GWK). All participants are required to sign up for an Endomondo account for distance validation and running route maps. This can be downloaded onto any iOS, BlackBerry, Windows and Android smartphone. IndoRunners Bali 08123840844, www.twitter.com/IndoRunners

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ALL COURTESY PHOTOS

RUN FOR BALI

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End the week and start the weekend at BIASA+ Friday Market! This health-conscious and fun-ﬁlled weekly event starts at 11 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m. each Friday, and is held in the “secret” back garden of the recently transformed art-fashion-lifestyle venue BIASA+. Splurge on the wide range of fresh and healthy organic fruits and veggies, artisan breads and locally produced jams, or take a seat and enjoy some addictive coffee from Revolver, fresh pressed juice from The Seed, or hand-rolled sushi from Sushimi Restaurant. Visit during lunchtime for the healthy specials that change every week! BIASA+ , Jalan Raya Seminyak No. 34, Seminyak (0361) 847-5766, www.biasabali.com

DIVING CODE Project AWARE, a global nonproﬁt organization focusing on empowering thousands of divers in more than 180 countries to work together for a clean, healthy and abundant ocean planet, has recently launched its modernized 10 Tips for Divers to Protect the Ocean Planet. These tips act as a code of conduct for scuba divers all around the world to safely interact and protect underwater environments at the same time. These 10 tips are also incorporated into PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) training courses and materials. If you are a diver, you can take the pledge to follow the code on Project AWARE’s website every time you dive and travel. www.projectaware.org

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR

T.G.I.F

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SEE&SEEN

FLORAL AROMAS An exclusive lineup of ﬁve purposely chosen Tariquet Wines was poured during the intimate wine dinner held at Tirtha Dining on March 5. Guests enjoyed a cliff top sunset view from Tirtha Luhur and continued with a candle lit dinner carefully curated by Chef Hiroyuki Meno to complement each wine. The wine’s ﬂoral aromas were perfect for Bali’s tropical climate. www.tirthadining.com

Conrad Bali launched the East Art Gallery to connect guests with authentic Balinese history, culture and traditions, and to showcase contemporary Balinese art from young up-and-coming artists as well as established masters on the island. The ﬁrst of eight scheduled monthly exhibitions this year opened on February 28 with sculptural artist I Wayan Jana (pictured here). Conrad also celebrated its 10th anniversary this past March. www.conradbali.com

YOUTHFUL GLOW Glow Living Beauty has expanded from Plaza Indonesia in Jakarta to Beachwalk in Kuta! On March 15 the store held an intimate gathering featuring dancers, doorprizes and canapes to introduce their extensive selection of fragrances, cosmetics and body soaps to Bali shoppers. Not to be missed are their Kiehl’s Corner and Acqua de Parma counter – the ﬁrst in Indonesia. www.glowlivingbeauty.com

CHARITY RIDE PHOTOS BY ANGGARA MAHENDRA, BALI LIVE PHOTOS BY TURAH MILO, ALL OTHERS COURTESY

ART FOR ALL

The Kiehl’s Charity Ride was held on March 15 as part of the social campaign “Kiehl’s Let Us Change Your Skin.” About 50 Harley-Davidson riders from Dewata Harley-Davidson and Harley Owners Group Bali Chapter took part in the ride to the SOS Children’s Village in Tabanan. The children greeted the group with modern and traditional dances, then the riders and children worked together to cut down shrubs and spruce up the backyard area. The event continued in the main hall with giveaways for the children and the handover of a 10 million Rupiah donation from Kiehl’s and a 5 million Rupiah donation from Dewata Harley-Davidson and Harley Owners Group Bali Chapter to support the children’s needs. www.harley-davidson-jakarta.com 86

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CHARITY RIDE

JET SKI TO THE RESCUE On March 15, Oakley presented the Bali Lifeguard Department with a 2013 Kawasaki Ultra 300X jet ski that was used in last year’s Oakley Pro Bali ASP World Tour event, with a retail price (in the USA) of approximately US$ 20,000. The lifeguards are grateful to use the state-of-the-art watercraft for rescue purposes, training exercises and safety assistance during water sport competitions in Bali. www.oakleyindonesia.com

NEW OPTION On March 14 the Swiss-Belinn Legian in Bali ofﬁcially opened on bustling Jalan Padma Utara, boasting 124 rooms, a rooftop bar and other quality 3-star accommodations. The ribbon was cut by Liliana Layata, Kohar Mukim and Victor Layata of PT Adika Sari Bungalow, accompanied by International Chairman and President Gavin Faull, Senior VP of Operations Emmanuel Guillard, and General Manager I Nyoman Suwamana Wahyu Putra. www.swiss-belhotel.com

JAZZY TIMES The ﬁrst-ever Bali Live Festival was held from March 3 to 8, consisting of performances scattered across venues in Bali and culminating with an outdoor main event at Taman Bhagawan. International artists such as Incognito, Tania Maria, Omar and Nita Aartsen graced everywhere from the Jazz Café in Ubud to Sundara in Jimbaran to Mosaic Beach Club in Seminyak (host of the energetic performance by the Earth, Wind and Fire Experience feat. Al McKay, and sponsored by Diageo). The Nusa Dua Beach Hotel hosted the majority of the artists, fresh off the Java Jazz Festival in Jakarta, during their stay in Bali. www.balilivefestival.com BALI&BEYOND APRIL 2014

Negara

JEMBRANA

Medewi

West Bali National Park

Pemuteran

Menjangan Island

Gilimanuk

BALI&BEYOND APRIL 2014

Nusa Dua

Candi Dasa

Nusa Lembongan Island

Semarapura

Nusa Penida Island

Nusa Ceningan Island

Tanjung Benoa

Sanur

Tenganan

Amlapura

Amed

Tulamben M. Agung

KARANGASEM

Besakih

Lake Batur

KLUNGKUNG GIANYAR

DENPASAR

Taman Ayun

BADUNG

Ubud

Bangli

BANGLI

M. Batur Kintamani Bedugul

Kerobokan Seminyak Legian NGURAH RAI Kuta Tuban INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Jimbaran Uluwatu

Canggu

Tanah Lot

Tabanan

TABANAN

M. Batukaru

Laker Buyan Lake Tamblingan Lake Bratan

BULELENG

Lovina

Singaraja

BALI&BEYOND APRIL 2014

Gado Gado

The Oberoi

Jl. Mertasari

Mercure

Rosso Vivo

Kuta Sea View

Road

Kuta Square

Gabah

Jl. Tegal Wangi

Kuta Center

Kuta beach

KUTA

Jl. Nakula

Jl. Plawa

Hard Rock Starbucks Jl. Pantai Kuta

H R

nset

Jl. kunti I

Jl. Su

Jl. Tangkuban Perahu

H Istana rama Beachwalk H Harris

Jl. Melasti

Legian Beach

Jl. Pa

dma

Amaris Legian

kuda Jl. Wer

Jl. Arjuna

Jl. Camplung Tand

Jl. Laksamana

Jl. Raya Kerobokan

LEGEND: + Medical C Cafe H Hotel M Market H S M Museum Kartika Plaza Shopping S S R Restaurant Discovery Shopping Mall V Villa CD Corps Diplomatique

The Seminyak

W Hotel

le S

Jl. Petitenget

Jemme Cafe

a Uta

adm

Jl. P

oub

Jl. D

Jl. Raya Basangkasa

Jl. Raya Seminyak

i Kuta

Panta

aya

Danoya

dew

aha

Jl. S

Jl. Mertanadi

ian

Jl. Leg

n Da

Tuah

Mercure

Puri Santrian

Jl. Sindu

Sindu Beach

Bali Hyatt

Batu Jimbar

The Village

LEGEND: + Medical C Cafe H Hotel M Market M Museum S Shopping R Restaurant CD Corps Diplomatique

Sector

Sweden & Finland Consulate

Telaga Naga

French Consulate

Sanur Paradise Plaza Suite

M Le Mayeur

Inna Grand Bali Beach

Jl. Segara Ayu

Sanur Paradise Plaza

Tuah Jl. Hang

Czech Rep. Consulate

Jl. Danau Poso

Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai

Jl. Danau Buyan

Jl. Tegeh Agung

SANUR

Jl. Tukad Bilok

Jl.

Jl. Hang

CD Italy Consulate

Sanur Beach

Bali Galleria

Jl. kunti II

Istana Kuta Galleria

apahit Jl. Maj

Kuta aya Jl. R

Jl. R

aP la

rtik

Jl.

Jl. Raya Tub

Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai

Jl.

anta

latan

Grand Nikko Bali Resort & Spa

nta

gia

Ayodya Resort bali

R R +

Art Market

Medical Center

SAKALA

Tao Bali

Melia Bali

The Laguna

The Bay

LEGEND: + Medical C Cafe H Hotel M Market M Museum S Shopping R Restaurant CD Corps Diplomatique

Grand Hyatt Bali

Museum PasiďŹ ka

Bali Collection

Nusa Dua Beach Westin Resort

H H

Club Med Bali Kayumanis Nusa Dua

Art Market

Melia Benoa

The Royal Santrian

Conrad Bali

The Oasis

Aston Bali Resort

Grand Mirage

H Novotel Bali Benoa H The Bali Khama

Ina Putri Bali

Village Market

Clinic

uda

M iray

The St. Regis Bali Resort

Jl.

Jl. W

Medical Center

Dental Clinic

Clinic

H H

Fish Market

Ramada Benoa

The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas

Jl. Pratama Raya

a Se Nusa Du

Amanusa

inge

Tragia

i Pem

The Bale

Jl. P

Jl. Kurusetra

NUSA DUA

Jl. Pratama

Jl. Batubelig

Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai

h Ra gura ss N l. By pa

sar

Jl. Danau Tamblingan

rta

Jl.

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as Jl. Srikandi

et Road

rata

Jl. Suns

Jl. P

Jl. p By

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Bumbak

Canggu River

Pantai Brawa

Raya Semer Peng

uben

gan

KUWUM

Perancak Temple

SEMER

Subaksari

Canggu SurďŹ ng

~~ ~~ ~~ ~~

To Denpasar

yan

TIBUBENENG

Nela

BUMBAK

Pantai Bra

~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ Canggu Beach

International Community School

To Kerobokan

Ray

CANGGU

lec

Jl.

~~ ~~ ~~ ~~

Brawa Beach

Dukun Indah

BRAWA

UMALAS

Batub

Batubelig

elig

Gunung Tangkuban Perah

Batubelig

BATUBELIG

KEROBOKAN

Villa Lumbung

nget Petite

ri Mertasa

Bali Clinic Laksam

ana

Drupadi

SEMINYAK

aya

Bida

kasa

The Legian

Jl. R

T Petitenget Temple Petiteng

Obero

Basang

LEGEND: + Medical T Tourism Spot H Hotel/Resort M Market M Museum S Shopping R Restaurant

Jl. Raya Kerobokan

N W

W Bali

KEROBOKAN CANGGU

Warisan Australian International School

Mertanadi

~~ ~~ ~~ ~~

Batubelig Beach

State Prison of Kerobokan

UBUD

To Kintamani

M Neka Museum

Jl. Sandat

Jl. Campuhan

To Payangan

KEDEWATAN

Jl. Andong

g ajen

Market

Cok Putra S wah Jl. Jemba

ede

Rai Jl. IB

ok G

Pusering Jagad Tample

Jl. C

Lamak

Maya Ubud Resort

Manik

Forest

Medical

nkey

iwa

Jl. Mo

LEGEND: + Medical T Tourism Spot H Hotel/Resort M Market M Museum S Shopping R Restaurant

Medical

Jl. Dewi Sita

SAYAN

Ganding

Ubud Palace

Jl. Jero

Ubu

Jl. Sugr

PENESTANAN

aya

Jl. Sand

Jl. R

M Antonio Blanco Museum

man

ANDONG

Painting Museum

Kayu Manis

TAMAN

Jl. Hano

CAMPUHAN

E S

Jl. Su

H Four Season

Jl. K

Riv

weta

Jl. Tirta Tam

UBUD

Penataran Sasih Tample

Keboedan Tample

Monkey Forest

To Denpasar

Jl. Nyuh bulan

PELIATAN

KATIK LANTANG

NYUH KUNING

M Afchaeological Museum

BEDULU

Elephant Cave

Rudana BALI&BEYOND APRIL 2014 TEGES Museum M

PANGOSEKAN

To Denpasar

To Kemenuh

TENGKULAK

To Gianyar

dari

BALI&BEYOND APRIL 2014

INFOINDEX

AIRLINES

Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: (0361) 286-408 E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz

Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310 E-mail: rtc_bali@thaimail.com

■ AIRPORT OPERATOR Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ FRANCE

■ TIMOR LESTE

■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS

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

Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092 E-mail: cgtl@dpsbali.com

■ GERMANY

■ UNITED STATES

Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: (0361) 768-369

Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Batujimbar, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826 Email: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com

Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 233-605, Fax: (0361) 222-426 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id

■ ROYAL BRUNEI

■ HUNGARY

Tel: (0361) 757-292

Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net

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

■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA

■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 936-8388, Fax: (0361) 936-8383

HEALTH&MEDICAL

■ INDIA

■ GARUDA Jl. Jalan Sugianyar, 5 Denpasar

Jl. Raya Puputan 163, Renon - Denpasar Tel. (0361) 259-502/259-503 Fax.(0361) 259-505

Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807

■ ITALY

■ MERPATI Jl. Gatot Subroto Tengah, 26 Denpasar Tel: (0361) 411-364 Airport Tel: (0361) 9351-011, ext. 5240/5242 Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741

■ MANDALA AIRLINES Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar, Reservation Call center 08041234567

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: denpasar@dp.mofa.go.jp

■ MALAYSIA

Tel/Fax: (0361) 759-761

Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai Kuta Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373 E-mail: info@consulmalaysia-bali.com

■ THAI INTERNATIONAL

■ MEXICO

Grand Bali Beach Sanur, Tel: (0361) 288-141

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

■ NGURAH RAI AIRPORT

■ 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

■ NETHERLANDS

■ ROYAL DANISH Sunset Road No. 89 Ruko Sunset Indah I Kav. 3 Tel: (0361) 821-6979, Fax: (0361) 7666-38 E-mail: danishconsbali@gmail.com

CLINIC&HOSPITAL 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

■ SPAIN

■ BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua

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

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

■ BRAZIL

■ SWEDEN & FINLAND

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

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

24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre, Dialysis Centre, Dental Centre. Kawasan BTDC, Blok D, Nusa Dua 80363, Tel: (0361) 3000-911, Fax: (0361) 3001-150

■ CHILE

■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA

Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783 E-mail: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.com ■ CZECH REPUBLIC Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur.

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

■ BRITAIN

(ARMA) Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229. Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm

■ ABIAN KAPAS Jl. Nusa Indah, East Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-176

■ ANTONIO BLANCO Ubud , Tel: (0361) 975-502, 975-551 open daily 8 am-5 pm

■ ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Pejeng, Tel: (0361) 942-352 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.

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

■ BIMC Hospital Kuta ■ POLAND

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

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

■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART

■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC

24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre for non-invasive and invasive cosmetic and aesthetic treatments. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 761-263, Fax: (0361) 767-701

CONSULATES

MUSEUMS

■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN

KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com

■ DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 40,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for International departure. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

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.

■ RUMAH SAKIT UMUM PUSAT SANGLAH (General Hospital): Jl. Diponegoro, Sanglah, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 227-911/15

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

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

■ THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81,

■ SILOAM HOSPITALS 24-hour emergency 779-911 Jl. Sunset Road No. 818, Kuta, Badung, Bali Tel: +62-361-779-900 E-mail: info.bali@siloamhospitals.com

BALI&BEYOND APRIL 2014

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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