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FOR THE LOVE OF ART ‘Om Swastiastu...’

The Balinese surely have an eye for intricate details – from their simple canang (offerings) placed on the side of the street to the detailed craftsmanship on their traditional houses and temples, you can see that the Balinese are fond of the aesthetic art that they express in their daily lives.

The Ogoh-Ogoh Parade is one of the best examples of how the Balinese love of art plays an important role in their many rituals. The parade, also known as Pengerupukan Day, is held one day prior to Silent Day, where monstrous dolls (ogoh-ogoh) representing the dark forces are marched on the streets before being destroyed and burned to keep Mother Earth in

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balance. But the equally interesting part is the making of the ogoh-ogoh – using eco-friendly material, an ogoh-ogoh is made by a large group of people as our contributor Agung Parameswara explains in ‘Craft & Culture’.

Bali is also home to contemporary art, where numerous talented artists, local and international, reside or visit on a regular basis. View from a Cloud, an art movement established in 2015, aims to make contemporary art more easily accessible to everyone by creating a virtual gallery that connects art enthusiasts to the artists. They also host exhibitions regularly – flip through ‘Foto Folio’ to see their creations. Meanwhile, the Dream Museum Zone in Seminyak boasts a number of 3D paintings. With a bit of imagination and creativity, you can make fun photos with these paintings – check out ‘Little Loves’ to see our version of fun at the museum.

Of course we have lots more stories just for you, like searching for unique bed and breakfasts in Bali in ‘Rest & Relaxation’ and an interview with renowned Balinese shoe businesswoman Niluh Djelantik in ‘Profile & Portrait’. So make yourself comfortable and… happy flipping through our pages!

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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CONTRIBUTORS

BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. S. Parman, Niti Mandala Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222 387, 226 313 Fax: (0361) 226 313

AGUNG PARAMESWARA is a Bali-based photographer who freelances for Getty Images News. His work has been published

by Reuters,The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, among others. (www. agungparameswara.com)

www. skal.org skalbali@dps.centrin.net.id

EDNA TARIGAN

NADIA BINTORO

is a Jakarta-based travel writer. She began her professional career as a journalist, living in Bali for a year then moving back to Jakarta to chase another dream.

took a master’s degree in International Multimedia Journalism at the University of Newcastle, and now has turned her passion for writing and traveling into a series of travel pieces published in a number of media, and is also working for an international environmental organization.

PHIL GREEN

TAUFAN WIJAYA

is an avid traveler and a keen golfer with a passion for photography. Browse his growing collection of photographs at baliphotoblog.smugmug. com.

is working on an MA in Journalism in the Philippines and personal photojournalism projects on water & sanitation and women with cancer.

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

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THE ART OF OGOH-OGOH

PHOTOS & FUN FACTS

The fun of an Ogoh-Ogoh Parade prior to the Silent Day

Snapshots and quotes picked up throughout February and March

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NATIONAL TREASURE

EAT, PLAY, SNOOZE

Exploring The Sukarno Center in Tampaksiring

The search for unique bed & breakfasts in Bali

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SPANISH FLAVORS

HOUSE OF ARTISTS

Authentic Spanish cuisine at MoVida Bali

Artworks by View from a Cloud

LIFESTYLE&LEISURE

DINE&DELIGHTS

SIGHTS&SOUNDS

REST&RELAXATION

FOTOFOLIO

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

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

Interview with Niluh Djelantik

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14 NEW&NEWS

INVITE&INDULGE Getting pampered on a rooftop spa

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THE SHOE MUST GO ON

SPRING ALL YEAR LONG

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

6 4 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism industry and what’s new beyond Bali

6 6 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events

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

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

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74 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses 8

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FIRST COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF MOVIDA BALI, SECOND COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF VIEW FROM A CLOUD, THIRD COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF OCEANA RESTAURANT

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LITTLELOVES

THE ILLUSION EFFECT 3D paintings at the Dream Museum Zone

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ACTION&ATTRACTION A LIFE AQUATIC

Experiencing Seawalker with Club Aqua

CAPITALCORNER THE HEART OF THE CAPITAL

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BEYONDBALI

Exploring Jakarta’s first circle

SILVER SHINE

Witnessing silver making in Central Java 10

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TOP PHOTO BY EDNA TARIGAN, BOTTOM LEFT PHOTO BY DODDY WIRASETO, BOTTOM RIGHT PHOTO COURTESY OF CLUB AQUA

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FASHION STUDIO Dimas Dwitanto, a self-taught Indonesian designer who successfully showcased his collection at The Fashion Festival Bali 2015, is now opening a fashion studio named Dimas Fashion Studio in Kerobokan. In response to the public’s enthusiasm, he decided to open this studio for people who would like to try on his designs, which range from couture to day-to-day clothing. This store has every woman’s needs, including outfits to go to the beach, clubs and parties.

Custom designs are also available for fashionistas who wish to have exclusively made attire.

Dimas Fashion Studio Jalan Taman Sari 1A, Kerobokan 0821-4794-2963 www.dimasfashion.com

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HOMEY ADDITION The Kayon Putih Furniture and Art Gallery welcomes Palmerhaus and Safyooz as new additions to the gallery.

The first floor of the gallery now displays home décor from Palmerhaus and shirts from Morning Whistle, both produced by the Terry Palmer Group. Visitors will also see a bathroom display by Safyooz that is decorated with distinguished Terry Palmer towels, adding a homey vibe to the gallery. Safyooz is also worth a check as it offers a range of products made 100 percent in Indonesia like bathtubs, basins, and vanities with an environment-friendly concept and affordable price.

Kayon Putih Jalan Sunset Road no 89K, Kuta (0361) 472-7004 www.kayongallery.com

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If you are craving authentic Thai food, this culinary event at the Sundara Beach Club at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay is not to be missed. From April 12 to 16, the Sundara Beach Club is collaborating with the talented ThaiAustralian cook and TV host Marion Grasby, hosting the “Thai Me Up at Sundara” that will indulge you with a threecourse lunch (Rp. 295,000++/person) and four-course dinner (Rp. 550,000++/person) courtesy of Marion together with Executive Chef Pasquo King and Chef de Cuisine Liam Nealon.

This event is even more fun as you can learn from the pro at the Thai Cooking Class (Rp. 900,000++/person) conducted

by Marion on April 15 at the Jimbaran Bay Cooking Academy with a scrumptious lunch at the end of the class. And on April 16, join the Chef’s Table with Marion, Pasquo and Liam where a four-course dinner will be served that is available at Rp. 900,000++/person inclusive of a glass of champagne.

Sundara Beach Club Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, Jimbaran (0361) 70-1010 www.fourseasons.com/jimbaranbay

OCEAN BOUND

IT’S TEA TIME!

Brought to you by the Tjendana Group, the Oceana Restaurant comes as a new and exciting addition to the culinary scene in Bali. Located in South Kuta’s Kelan Beach, Oceana will please your palate with their range of seafood dishes with a twist of Asian and Mediterranean sensations. This restaurant has an indoor area that is decorated with fine wood furniture, while the outdoor area is designed like a beach club where you can enjoy your meal while looking at the pristine beach. Oceana also serves cocktails during happy hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. every day. Until April 30, Oceana is offering a ‘pay one get two’ cocktail promotion, and until June 30 you can try their lunch set menu for Rp. 60,000 net/person.

Oceana Restaurant Jalan Segara Madu, Kelan Beach (0361) 849-9166 www.tjendanavillas.com

If you are looking for a remarkable afternoon tea experience with your friends, all you have to do is head down to Four Points Kuta. For only Rp. 95,000 net/person you can enjoy About Me & Tea, the all-you-can-eat afternoon tea at Wrapped, the hotel’s very own deli café. Every Monday and Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Wrapped is offering their homemade light bites served on their unique tribal carving table. Oreo baked cheese cake, carrot cake, frittata, mini burgers, and wood fired pizzas are among the delicious delicacies, and fresh brewed coffee is also available for coffee lovers.

Wrapped Four Points Kuta Jalan Benesari Banjar Pengabetan, Kuta (0361) 849-6606 www.fourpointsbalikuta.com

RIDE A LIMO Looking for a unique ride while exploring this island? Come and try Bali Limousine Vintage Rentals.

Providing a range of old-school limousine and safari cars to rent for a day or more, this service is ready to take you around Bali on a fancy ride. The safari cars are roofless so you can feel the breeze throughout your journey, while the limousines are also available to rent as props for pre-wedding or other photoshoots to add a vintage touch to your captured moments.

Bali Limousine 0817-567-970 balilimousine@gmail.com

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A new addition to Canggu’s quirky spot list is La Dunia, which just opened in Batu Bolong. The name La Dunia represents the philosophy of the restaurant, which is to let people travel and explore new flavors and meet new people. Dunia means “world” in Indonesian, and La represents the French touch in the interior and the menu of the restaurant. Designed in vintage and rustic style by Zohra Boukhari, La Dunia serves lunch and dinner from a menu that is inspired by the five continents of the world, and is also a late night hangout with selected DJs. Seriously, choosing their tapas or other dishes on the menu at La Dunia is like traveling to different parts of the world.

La Dunia Jalan Batu Bolong no. 69, Canggu www.laduniarestaurant.com

UBUD’S NEWBIE Looking for a place to stay in Ubud? Don’t worry because the Tejaprana Resort & Spa is ready to be your home away from home. Nestled in the lush jungle of Petanu River in Tegallalang, only four kilometers from downtown Ubud, this resort will take your breath away with its bamboo architecture that was designed by a Balinese architect. The Tejaprana Resort & Spa has three choices of villas – you can choose to stay at their Terrace View Villa, Valley View Villa or TwoBedroom Villa. There are other facilities to make your stay experience even more unforgettable as well, such as a yoga deck, the Chattaraka Spa, and their Joglo Private dining corner.

Tejaprana Resort & Spa Banjar Sapat, Tegallalang, Ubud, (0361) 908-0939 www.tejaprana.com

THE CAT SHOW After months of preparation, the Bali Safari & Marine Park finally announced the launching of their latest animal show, “Harimau – From Predator to Prey”. The show presents how the tiger’s instinct for hunting, swimming and climbing played a big role in Balinese history and mythology. But the main message of the show is to spread the awareness of how endangered the tiger population is. By paying the regular entrance fee to the park, visitors can now watch this show every day at 11.30 a.m. in front of the Ranthambore Fort.

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NEW&NEWS

A WHOLE NEW WORLD

Bali Safari & Marine Park Jalan Prof Ida Bagus Mantra, Km 19,8 Gianyar (0361) 950-000 www.balisafarimarinepark.com

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SPORTY SPOT For those who like to watch football, tennis, and any other sport, Smoqee Sports Bar & Lounge is where you should be. Located at the Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran, Smoqee is the only sports bar in the Jimbaran area where you can watch your favorite team on the big screen while sipping a glass of your favorite cold beverage from their extensive choices of beer and cocktails. Light bites are also available for you who either come to watch the games or just want to relax in the bar’s patio that overlooks Jimbaran Bay. The best part is that Smoqee also has a pool table, beer pong, and online darts! Flat screen TVs are displayed in every corner with numerous sport channels to watch, from Soccer Channel, Fox Sports, Fight Sports, and more, so you’ll never miss a thing.

Smoqee Sports Bar & Lounge Jalan Bukit Permai, Jimbaran (0361) 8466-888 www.lemeridienbalijimbaran.com/smoqeesportsbar

KICK BACK! Puma, one of the most remarkable shoe brands in the world, has just launched Blaze, their latest collection that combines sport and streetready style. Back in the ‘90s Puma launched Blaze of Glory, which was made with the Trinomic technology that explains why the shoes were so comfortable to wear. But today Puma Blaze has evolved and come up with a more contemporary design as well as subtle stitching and a solid yet comfortable sole, and all made out of light material. Not only available at their official stores in Indonesia, Puma Blaze can also be purchased online on www.blibli.com or www.zalora.co.id.

Puma Discovery Shopping Mall, 1st Floor (0361) 769-719 www.puma.com

HAPPY SHOPPING! The arrival of the most anticipated Swedish brand has become the talk of the island over the last couple of months. And finally near the end of February, Hennes & Mauritz (H&M for short) has opened its doors at the Mal Bali Galeria with numerous collections to stock up your wardrobe.

The opening was attended by more than 500 people who lined up to be one of the lucky guests to shop with special discounts that applied only on that day. The performances of Panyembrama and Kecak dances made the event even merrier as guests explored the numerous collections of H&M Women, H&M Men, H&M Kids, and also H&M Sports with a special collection by David Beckham.

H&M Mal Bali Galeria, 1st floor Jalan By Pass I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Simpang Dewa Ruci, Kuta (0361) 846-5386, www.hm.com/id/

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THE ART OF OGOH-OGOH OGOH-OGOH, THE SYMBOLS OF THE DARK FORCE, ARE PARADED ON THE STREETS BEFORE FINALLY BEING DESTROYED THE EVENING PRIOR TO THE SILENT DAY…

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very year the

creativity and imagination by the

hitting gongs or kitchen pots while

manifestation of Bhuta

local people, then marched on the

holding a torch and circling their

Kala, the dark force, is

streets before finally being destroyed

houses. Then the Bhuta Kala is

much anticipated by the

by burning. This ritual is believed to

sent back to its home through

Balinese people. During

send the Bhuta Kala back to its home

the Tawur Kasanga ceremony,

the Pengerupukan, a ritual held one

with some offerings to keep Mother

while its manifestation in the

day prior to the Silent Day – also

Earth in balance.

form of ogoh-ogoh is marched

known as Nyepi, the most important

On the day of Pengerupukan,

to catus pata (the intersection)

day in the Balinese calendar as the

Bhuta Kala awakes during the dusk,

accompanied by the sounds of

people celebrate the New Year of

just when the day turns to night. At

lomloman (a bazooka made of

Saka – Bhuta Kala is represented in

this time, noise comes from every

bamboo) and gamelan drums.

the monstrous dolls called ogoh-

corner of the Balinese peoples

Today this ritual is known as the

ogoh, made with an abundance of

houses as they make sounds by

Ogoh-Ogoh Parade…

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ogoh-ogoh has been a constant

NATURAL ELEMENT

ritual in the Balinese tradition.

One month prior to Pengerupukan,

Ogoh-ogoh are mostly related to Balinese urban legends, like

their ogoh-ogoh at the local banjar

the story of Barong Landung, the

(village). Each of the ogoh-ogoh

son of King Sri Jaya Pangus from

are thoughtfully designed based

Balingkang. The manifestation of

on their imagination and are very

Barong Landung is believed to be

much inspired by legendary stories

the beginning of the Ogoh-Ogoh

like folklore, black magic, and

Parade. Meanwhile, the ogoh-ogoh

traditional puppet shows. The design

in Selat in Karangasem is closely

are varied – some make giants

linked to Ngusaba Ndong, a

with long nails and fangs, some

tradition using a kind of a scarecrow

make the manifestation of gods

to repel pests.

and goddesses or the characters

WHERE IT ALL BEGINS The Ogoh-Ogoh Parade became popular in 1983 when President Suharto announced that the Silent Day was officially a national holiday. The Balinese Hindus welcomed this news with much joy and they celebrated by making ogoh-ogoh, which were then known as “onggokan”. In 1990, ogoh-ogoh were paraded in the 12th Bali Art Festival that was joined by all eight

Balinese youngsters start to design

One of the ogoh-ogoh on Pengerupukan Day.

regencies of Bali. Ever since then,

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It could take weeks or months to create an ogoh-ogoh.

In our conversation he mentioned that there were also other important aspects in making an ogoh-ogoh.

“In making an ogoh-ogoh, not only is it important to use ecofriendly material, but also to make it with ngulat, an old technique to build something together, hand in hand,” he explained. His statement reminded me of the time I witnessed my 13-year-old brother Gungde Rangga Wijaya making an ogohogoh with his peers after school for two weeks. Although the body part of traditional puppets, while others

was not really perfect, it was the

create ogoh-ogoh based on current

togetherness that counted, not to

issues or popular figures in the pop

mention that their ogoh-ogoh was

culture. One thing is for sure, each

made using collective funds – some

ogoh-ogoh is made with passion,

of the parents donated some money

imagination and intricate details,

to support their children’s creativity.

and that explains why the ogoh-

Ogoh-ogoh may actually be

ogoh are visually wowing.

considered a relatively new ritual

One of this year’s ogoh-ogoh that

in Bali, but it has become one of

became a trending topic in social media was made by Banjar Tainsiat.

were no less interesting as the local

to the Silent Day. In fact, it is now

Their ogoh-ogoh was named Bade

youngsters crafted them by hand.

a tradition that completes the

Mas, representing a man who turns

And the golden paint for the outfit

Silent Day ritual. And the process

into a giant Bade Mas (a bade is a

made it even more impressive to see.

of making ogoh-ogoh is surely

container used to carry the dead in

enjoyable as it takes the whole

the Ngaben, a Balinese cremation

HAND IN HAND

village to create one, preferably

ritual) using black magic. I was so

Putu Marmar Herayukti, a young

using materials that are friendly

interested in the making of Bade

man from Banjar Gemeh, first

to the environment. In a way,

Mas that I followed the maker’s

initiated the use of eco-friendly

the making of ogoh-ogoh reflects

Instagram account (@keduxgarage)

material. Since 2014 he has been

the meaning of Tri Hita Karana,

where he posted photos of every

campaigning for eco-friendly ogoh-

the Balinese philosophy of living

step of the process. The Bade Mas

ogoh, and his efforts so successfully

harmoniously with God, other

ogoh-ogoh was made from bamboo

influenced the officials in Denpasar

humans and nature – the core

strips and recycled paper – no

that they hosted an eco-friendly

principles that the Balinese hold

Styrofoam at all, which makes this

ogoh-ogoh competition.

dearly despite globalization, so that

ogoh-ogoh eco-friendly from head to

I was lucky to get the chance to

toe. The ornaments and accessories

meet Marmar a couple of years ago.

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they won’t forget their true values.

By Agung Parameswara

PHOTOS BY AGUNG PARAMESWARA (WWW.AGUNGPARAMESWARA.COM, WWW,AGUNGPARAMESWARA.PHOTOSHELTER.COM)

the most important aspects prior

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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE

to the main gate of the museum. And at the front, an enormous statue of Bung Karno rises majestically, as if

NATIONAL TREASURE THIS IDYLLIC ISLAND IS NOT JUST HOME TO SOME OF THE COUNTRY’S BEST LANDSCAPES, BUT IS ALSO CLOSELY LINKED TO THE GLORIOUS TIMES IN THE HISTORY OF INDONESIA…

welcoming the visitors.

The entrance fee to the museum is only Rp. 20,000, and upon arrival guests will be greeted by a number of guides wearing Batik shirts. Wellspoken and courteous, these tour guides are local youngsters from Tampaksiring who volunteer to work

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in the museum. After getting their ocated in Tampaksiring

Karno is closely linked to Bali. He

tickets, guests will be escorted by

alongside Jalan Dr. Ir.

even built a presidential palace in

one of the guides to the exhibition

Sukarno lies The Sukarno

Tampaksiring, only a few kilometers

rooms where they will get a

Center, a museum that

away from this museum, which was

thorough historical explanation.

is often forgotten by

one of his most favorite palaces and

tourists. This dainty museum hosts memorabilia from the Indonesia’s

he visited it frequently.

Nestled on a one-hectare plot of

In case you are curious about what the museum has to offer, come and join me as I explore The

first president, Sukarno (also known

land, The Sukarno Center resembles

Sukarno Center. But first of all, take

as Bung Karno), a charming leader

a huge Balinese house, which makes

off your shoes before entering the

whose popularity is still unrivaled

it really easy to spot from the main

museum as a sign of respect – it is

by his predecessors. As a son of a

street. A line of Indonesian flags

common courtesy in the Javanese

Balinese noble from Buleleng, Bung

flutter along the road, leading guests

tradition.

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Sukarno and his family.

THE FAMILY ROOM A huge Garuda Pancasila sculpture welcomes the visitors at the front

creates a lavish ambience. There

president, Megawati Soekarnoputri.

door. The Garuda Pancasila is one

are about 150 old photographs

There are also some photographs of

of Indonesia’s icons, with five core

depicting Sukarno’s life as a man

Sukarno with international icons and

principles that are the foundation in

and as the President of Indonesia,

leaders like Marilyn Monroe, Pandit

the daily lives of Indonesians. The

all of them from his family’s private

Jawaharlal Nehru, Mao Zedong and

Garuda bird holds the national’s

collection. It was actually Sukmawati

John F. Kennedy.

principle “Bhinneka Tunggal Ika”

Soekarnoputri, one of Sukarno’s

which means Unity in Diversity – a

daughters, who handpicked and

THE MYSTICAL ROOM

slogan reminding people to live

arranged each of the items in

When I passed the proclamation

harmoniously side-by-side despite

the museum.

room my body shivered as the voice

the fact that Indonesia consists of

The first floor of The Sukarno

of President Sukarno resounded from

millions of people with various

Center is divided into several

the speakers, citing the proclamation

traditions, tribes and beliefs. To be

different sections including a

text he announced on Indonesian

honest, this philosophy seems to

proclamation room, a family room

Independence Day on August 17th

be quite forgotten in this modern

and an international room. The

1945. The proclamation room is

era, and probably that’s why I got

family room displays the history

set to relive the memory of that

goosebumps as I stood in front of

of the Sukarno clan. Sukarno is

historical day. A framed hand-written

the Garuda.

famous for his charm towards the

proclamation text with the signature

As I went further in the museum

ladies as he wedded nine women,

of Sukarno and Mohammad Hatta

I was deeply in awe. The Sukarno

among them Naoko Nemoto, also

(Indonesia’s first vice president) is

Center is elegantly arranged and

known as Ratna Sari Dewi Sukarno,

also displayed alongside the photo

all the collections are beautifully

a Japanese Geisha whom he met

of these two great men. As an

preserved. The décor is modest

during an official visit to Japan, and

Indonesian, I felt nothing but proud

yet gallant. The interior resembles

Fatmawati, Indonesia’s First Lady

when I witnessed this historical

an antique presidential palace,

with whom Sukarno had five children

memorabilia that marked the birth

dominated by red and gold that

including Indonesia’s first female

of this great nation.

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After exploring the proclamation room I went up to the second floor where a special room dedicated to Nyai Roro Kidul is located – Nyai Roro Kidul is a legendary female deity who is believed to be the Queen of Java’s Southern Sea. And Sukarno, who was fond of anything mystical, is said to have had a close link with Nyai Roro Kidul. Many also believe that the Queen of the

Looking at the old photos of Sukarno is really inspiring.

Southern Sea served as a special protector to the late president.

This special room is home to all collections related to the Queen

that the atmosphere of the room was

inspiring to see him standing there

including a painting of her in her

quite mystical, as the scent of the

with pride, sending a message to

green attire – some of her paintings

incense placed next to a Balinese

the world that Indonesia is a strong

were created by Sukarno himself.

offering for the Queen was wafting

nation. The photo exhibition then

through the air.

leads to a main room that is well

guide said that this room is sacred

protected and only open for special

– so women who are in their period

INDONESIAN PRIDE

occasions. The room is displaying

are prohibited. Many visitors offer

After Nyai Roro Kidul’s room I

more artifacts and memorabilia,

up prayers in this room, including

decided to explore more of the

including a series of command

Ibu Sukmawati when she came visit.

museum. Lining the walls leading

wands that have become a part of

During my visit I could really feel

to the main room are photos of

Sukarno’s style.

Sukarno during his presidential duties. At that time Sukarno may

will get two posters of Sukarno

have been “just” a president from

as souvenirs. And as I walked out

a newborn country, but his charm

of The Sukarno Center I realized

put Indonesia on the global map

that this museum reminds me a

very quickly. I believe it was his

lot of the Palace of Versailles in

noble reputation and forward vision

France. Perhaps it’s the elegance,

that resulted in Indonesia being

the comfort, or the nostalgia from

acknowledged and respected by

looking at those old historical

other countries in the world.

photos? What I know for sure is that

Among all the photos in this

The Sukarno Center is designed with an elegant interior.

At the end of the tour, visitors

I could feel a huge sense of pride

room, my personal favorite is of

when exploring this historical site.

him standing in front of the first

Indonesia is indeed a great nation

prototype of Indonesia’s official

with a glorious past and hopefully a

Garuda Indonesia airplane during

bright future as well.

his presidential visit to India. It is so

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PHOTOS BY NADIA BINTORO

When I entered the room my

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DINE&DELIGHTS

Spanish Flavors INDULGING IN AUTHENTIC MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE IN THE HEART OF SEMINYAK…

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t has only been a couple of

Camorra and MoVida Bali’s head

months since MoVida Bali first

chef Jimmy Parker.

officially opened its doors, but this restaurant has confirmed its

THE TAPAS CHOICES

position as one of the island’s

Located on the ground floor of the

most authentic Spanish restaurants.

Katamama Hotel – an upcoming

MoVida Bali is the first Australia

hotel that is part of the PTT Family,

acclaimed MoVida restaurant to

the group behind the Potato Head

open overseas with the quality that

Beach Club – MoVida Bali has an

the team in the land down under has

interesting design. Just like the rest

maintained for years. This restaurant

of the hotel building, the walls of the

is offering up Mediterranean flavors,

restaurant are made of traditional

set up by MoVida co-founder Frank

Balinese bricks, adding a homey

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feeling to the place. MoVida Bali looks very unique with classic furniture made of rattan and teak, created by the island’s talented craftsmen.

Upon entering the restaurant, guests will be greeted by friendly staff and escorted to their table, just like what I experienced during my visit to MoVida Bali one beautiful night. As soon as I was seated, one of the waitresses assisted me with the menu – which I needed as I’m not really familiar with Spanish cuisine. Turns out the staff at MoVida Bali are really helpful as they have a

Cangrejo, soft shell crab served in a black bun.

deep understanding of each item on the menu.

After some deliberation, I

and crispy croutons. Next was the

decided to start my dinner with

Atun Rojo, delicate tuna belly served

Anchoa from the Tapas list, which

with a slice of watermelon marinated

is actually MoVida’s signature dish.

with gazpacho to make it so delicate

The Anchoa consists of Cantabrian

and flavorsome, and the hint of

Anchovies that are combined

beetroot on top added a savory

perfectly with smoked tomato sorbet

flavor to the dish.

The Cangrejo is another item from the Tapas list that is a musttry. Imagine crunchy soft shell crab served in a soft and savory black bun made with squid ink – both are combined nicely with the punchy taste of bisque alioli. The combination of the three was like fireworks in my mouth.

MADE TO SHARE It is best to spend dinner at MoVida Bali with a number of close friends and family, as some of the dishes are meant to be shared. For instance

Cordero, a Javanese lamb shoulder served with saffron potatoes.

their menu items from the Raciones

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From the Raciones list, Salpicon (left) and Cecina (above).

list is made for two or more guests,

these dishes are literally finger-

closure – their Flan is totally hard to

like the Salpicon – which is my

licking good!

resist. I couldn’t get over this soft and

Though many ingredients are

sweet Spanish cream caramel that is

reminds me of Peruvian ceviche

sourced from throughout Bali – some

made even more complete with the

although it is less tangy. This dish

of the local producers are now

crunchy texture of Pestinos Pastries.

is really fresh, serving delicate

growing produce native to Spain

MoVida Bali also has a list of

tuna belly with Ajo Blanco sauce

exclusively for MoVida Bali – the

both non-alcoholic and alcoholic

and a splash of white wine, and is

restaurant also imports some of their

drinks to be paired with their

complete with orange caviar and

ingredients straight from Spain for

dishes. The mocktail list consists of

seaweed.

their authenticity. The Spanish are

fresh beverages like Lemon Juleb

widely known for preserving their

and Vanilla Iced Kopi, while for

of wood fired grilled dishes on their

freshest seafood in tins, and MoVida

the cocktails they offer Rosella

Josper Oven list, which are also

Bali is bringing them to this island on

Margarita, MoVida Martini and

meant for sharing. Pollo, the organic

their Conservas list. Get ready to dig

more. But my favorite is surely their

Javanese chicken with Mojo Verde

in to this preserved fine seafood by

Classic Sangria, which completed

sauce (made of coriander, parsley

The Espinaler from the Tapias family

my Spanish culinary experience at

and vinegar), is made complete with

that has been popular since 1896 –

the restaurant.

Escalivada Salad, which consists of

my personal favorite is Ventresca, a

By Risty Nurraisa

three types of pepper. Meanwhile,

tuna belly served with katalan bread.

MoVida Bali also offers selections

Movida Bali

Cordero will please your palate with delish Javanese lamb shoulder

SWEET CLOSURE

Katamama

served with saffron potatoes. Both

All the savory dishes are definitely

Jalan Petitenget No. 51B, Seminyak

Pollo and Cordero have a thick

fulfilling, but don’t forget to save

(0361) 302-9999

Mediterranean flavor, and trust me,

some room for dessert for a sweet

www.katamama.com

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF MOVIDA BALI

favorite dish from this list. Salpicon

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

as she shared her experiences as one of the most influential footware businesswomen in the world, despite the fact that she actually comes from a very small town in Bali. So, what is her secret to success? Check out the interview…

BB: What made you fall in love with shoes?

ND: The answer is simple: the love itself. It is simply my love and history with shoes that brought me to where I am today. When I was a child, my shoes were always too big. My mother had very little money at that time, so she bought me shoes that were too big for me so that they would last for a couple of years until I outgrew them. I began to love shoes and told myself that someday I would own shoes

NILUH DJELANTIK, THE FREE-SPIRITED AND CREATIVE LADY BEHIND THE SHOE BRAND NAMED AFTER HER, SPILLS HER SECRETS TO SUCCESS IN THE RETAIL JUNGLE.

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create them myself. As time went by

stroll

I began to build a career path in the

around the

retail industry, but still I had my eyes

Petitenget

on shoes for pleasure. I now have

area, you

hundreds of shoes in my closet, and

just might have seen a massive

never take my eyes off these pairs of

sign with the drawing of a red high

happiness.

heel shoe – and in case you are wondering, that is the quintessential

BB: When did you decide to turn

sign of Niluh Djelantik’s store, a

your love of shoes into a business?

shoe haven for fashionistas. Bali

ND: I started to know a little too

& Beyond (BB) has always been

much about shoes – it was like a

fond of her collections, and in

love and hate relationship for me.

our talk with Niluh Djelantik (ND)

The more I knew about the character

one beautiful afternoon she let us

of shoes that fit me, the more I was

understand more about her products

sure that I should make my own

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF NILUH DJELANTIK

The Shoe Must Go On

that actually fit, or maybe even hen you

shoes. And at that time I don’t think

most peaceful time. When I enter

there were any local shoe brands

the warehouse and meet the boys to

that were tremendously loved by

discuss and make the shoes, I feel

Indonesian women, not like how the

disconnected with the world outside.

Italians love Salvatore Ferragamo

I’m really focused on the production

for example. So I started up Nilou, a

and its chaotic vibe. Somehow, it

French spelling of my name Niluh, in

is my happy place. And the more

2004. I created a Nilou workshop in

I get to know the boys, who mostly

Kerobokan and maintaining quality

are the shoemakers, the more I love

was my main devotion. It was quite

them and want to give back to them.

for when you have a dream and the

a success as it managed to sell in

There are about 30 workers now,

motivation you will eventually make

20 countries.

and most of them joined the team

it. But don’t forget to do everything

when I started the business.

with principal and character and stay

But then the company was hijacked by a big Chinese company

Another thing that keeps me

true to yourself, but also be flexible.

in 2008, so I had to rebrand and

going is the enthusiasm from

For instance, some of our customers

renew my products. In 2009 I started

Indonesian women towards our

come to our shop and bring their

up the business again under my own

collections. I hope that our creations

Niluh Djelantik shoes they bought

name, ‘Niluh Djelantik’, to show the

will have a special place in the

ages ago, and all they want is to fix

world that our country is capable of

heart of Indonesian women. They

the heels or resize them. I fulfill their

creating an original, beautiful, and

probably have European shoes or

requests most of the time because I

high quality product. The Chinese

shoes from other brands, but to

want to be flexible for them. Business

company offered me to work with

know they also have a pair of Niluh

is about love, dedication, and

them in their wholesale system, but

Djelantik in their closet, it pays off all

loyalty. When you apply those three

I completely rejected the offer and

the hard work.

ingredients to your business, people

preferred to rebuild my brand with my

can feel it and they will come to you

loyal team. After all it’s just not about

BB: What does it take for the

business and making money, it is

younger generation to follow

more about the journey of a woman

your path?

BB: What are your plans for

who makes her dream come true.

ND: I conduct a few classes in retail

the future?

business at some universities in

ND: We are currently building a

BB: How do you maintain the success

Indonesia, and I always remind the

store in Kemang, Jakarta. It is quite

of your brand?

students to find their

unique because I built a small temple

ND: It’s not always easy, as the

balance. You don’t

there to place offerings – which

global economy makes us struggle

have to have big

is not really common in Jakarta, I

at times. And as my team consists

capital,

must say. The building has been in

as regular customers.

mostly of boys, keeping them

progress for almost three years now,

consistent is not easy. I need to be

and hopefully it will be officially

a friend, a boss, and a mother at

launched this year.

the same time. But even though it’s

By Suhartina Sindukusumo

difficult and chaotic, I always find www.niluhdjelantik.com

my time at the warehouse as the

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INVITE&INDULGE

SPRING ALL YEAR LONG BALI’S ENDLESS SUMMER HAS INSPIRED SPRING SPA TO OPEN A UNIQUE SANCTUARY ON SEMINYAK VILLAGE’S ROOFTOP…

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ven before it was open,

to take either the escalator or

by floor-to-ceiling glass windows

the second outlet of the

the elevator – for those who love

that give way to the sun’s rays,

eccentric Spring Spa was

window-shopping taking the

while the manicure-pedicure area is

the talk of the town due

escalator would be the best option,

filled with natural colors and a neat

to its location, which is

but I personally took the elevator

tropical setting. Bhavna Thapar,

nestled on the rooftop of Seminyak

from the lobby straight to the top

Spring Spa’s Global Marketing

Village, the newest mall on the

floor. When I arrived on the rooftop

and Publicity representative, told

island. And now the waiting is over

I found a stone path that led me to

me prior to my treatment that,

as the spa has officially opened, not

the spa entrance. I was even more in

“The Spring Spa is an innovative,

only can guests find inner balance

awe when I walked into the spa as I

contemporary spa that is different

with the spa’s signature treatments,

could feel that this sanctuary instantly

from the conventional ones.” By

but they are treated with a perfect

reset my busy state of mind.

contemporary she meant that guests

view of sunset and some healthy

The spa is designed in a chic

can enjoy cutting edge treatments

and modern style that will take

with the world’s most famous beauty

mall-goers into a new world where

brands and get a spa experience

A REAL TREAT

city vibes and island life merge into

like nowhere else in Bali. She also

To get to the spa, you can choose

one. The indoor area is surrounded

mentioned that the Spring Spa is

beverages.

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treatments for those who need more

will be indulged with a choice of

privacy. But the unique part of the

fresh juices or coconut water for a

spa is actually the bar, where a

welcome drink – I chose the coconut

DJ is playing soothing sounds and

water and was quite surprised to see

fresh beverages are served, making

that it was served inside a coconut

this bar more like a cozy summer

shell. To sip the fresh coconut water

lounge and a place to hang out even

and munch on the fruit are already

for those who are not up for any

a treat on its own, and I was even

treatments.

more excited when I found out that

But now let’s go back to the

coconut was the star ingredient of

main area where the spa treatments

the treatment I was up for that day,

are waiting. From body massages,

Coco Crème V, a scrub treatment

facials, hydro-therapy body scrubs,

that involves creamy coconut oil

manicures and pedicures to waxing

whipped together with coconut

and wraps, the Spring Spa has them

flakes and sugar.

all, and each treatment is reviewed

As soon as I finished my coconut

on a regular basis so guests will find

water a therapist led me to the

something new when they return to

treatment room, a small one with

this sanctuary.

grey walls and a massage table in the center. The therapist then placed

A COCONUT DREAM

a cloth on the table and told me to

The coconut is like the iconic fruit of

lay down. As I lay on the massage

Bali, and the Spring Spa elevates it

table, my eyes stared up at four

to the next level. Upon arrival guests

showers on the ceiling. A coconut

far from formal, and especially designed to combine pampering with a fun environment.

Looking around the spa, I believe ‘fun’ is the right word to describe the place. The main area of the Spring Spa with its floor-to-ceiling glass windows is perfect for groups celebrating a special occasion like a bachelorette pampering party, and is even complete with a blowdry area. So while having a foot massage and a nail treatment, guests can enjoy the view of the fishpond outside and a small temple. The Spring Spa also provides individual rooms for massages and other body

A special space for guests to have a manicure and pedicure treatment.

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scrub and four showers to wash it

is incredible for hair rejuvenation,

couple of minutes before the end of

off – this would be one of the most

making it look really fresh. Then

the treatment, the therapist told me

exhilarating treatments I’ve ever had,

the therapist smeared the scrub all

to close my eyes and then she turned

and I could not wait to see how silky

over my body. While applying the

on the four showers – the water

my skin would be.

scrub, she explained that all the

poured all over my body to wash

coconut ingredients mixed in the

off the scrub and made my hair and

massage using a vanilla coconut hair

bowl are amazing for exfoliating

skin totally purified.

mask that promised to hydrate and

and moisturizing my skin. Halfway

smoothen my hair. Although it only

through the 45-minute treatment, I

off the showers and handed me a

takes 15 minutes, this head massage

could feel my skin absorbing all the

warm towel, I asked what I should

is not to be underestimated, as it

goodness of the coconut mixture. A

do after the treatment is done. She

The treatment began with a head

When the therapist finally turned

answered, “Not much. Just have some more coconut drink while enjoying the sunset and chilling to the music by the DJ.” Honestly, it’s like spring all year long at the Spring Spa.

Spring Spa Rooftop level, Seminyak Village Jalan Kayu Jati Basangkasa, Seminyak The bar at Spring Spa which is also wonderful for a rooftop sunset session.

0813-3862-7222 www.springspa.com

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF SPRING SPA

By Suhartina Sindukusumo

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SIGHTS&SOUNDS

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REST&RELAXATION

take their place on the ground floor.

Brown Feather also has two Magena units – 34-square-meter suites that are perfect for travelers with children.

And if you make an early booking, you might be able to stay at the Halona View, which has a balcony and an almost 180 degree view of Brown Feather’s lobby area.

the rice fields – yes, there are rice fields just behind Brown Feather that

Eat, Play, Snooze ENJOY THESE PETITE YET UNIQUE AND HOMEY ACCOMMODATIONS IN BALI, WITH INTERESTING NEIGHBORHOODS TO EXPLORE …

By Risty Nurraisa

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are a view to treasure.

Brown Feather is complete with a swimming pool, a high speed Wi-Fi connection and of course a dining place where you can enjoy either fried rice or American breakfast to give you energy in the morning. What makes it so perfect is the location, just a stroll away

he number of lavish hotels with five-star services in Bali seems endless, but if you’re looking for a different and unique

experience, staying at a bed and breakfast is the answer. A small inn with high-quality hospitality and a number of interesting activities to do around the area, just might be what you need for a perfect getaway.

Recycled wood is used throughout

from Seminyak’s food scene and

These four accommodation options

the inn, while materials from a

restaurants like Metis, BOW, and

offer modest yet unique rooms for

shipwreck are used for the doors

Slippery Stone. You can also rent a

your holiday.

and the windows of the rooms. Each

motorbike to cruise around the area,

room is made even more beautiful

but taking a walk or riding a bicycle

RECYCLED WOODS

with premium linens and furniture,

(the inn has two bicycles to lend) is

Located in Batu Belig, Brown Feather

making the place look fine yet

surely more fun.

is surely one of a kind. This bed and

feeling homey at the same time.

breakfast is not just designed with a

This two-story bed and breakfast

Brown Feather

unique interior – vintage decorations

has 16 rooms of several types.

Jalan Batu Belig No. 100,

including an old-style Vespa add an

Ahusaka, the 16-square-meter rooms,

Kerobokan

eclectic touch to the place – but is

are located on the upper level, while

(0361) 473-2165

also built with eco-friendly material.

Halona, which are slightly bigger,

www.brownfeather.com

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Omah Apik is a hidden gem in Gianyar.

SIMPLY SERENE

a rustic cottage with a semi-open

Omah Kumpul, where you can

Sitting within the natural setting of

garden bathroom and a terrace that

get together with your friends and

Pejeng Village, just fifteen minutes

overlooks the garden and a fishpond.

lounge on the large day beds.

east of Ubud township, Omah Apik

With a view of the rice paddies

Though the location is quite

is a very serene place to stay. Eleven

and an enchanting sunset, this

secluded, there are a lot of activities

bedrooms divided into several

mini resort is designed in Balinese,

you can do around the area. Visiting

categories (Superior, Deluxe, and

Javanese and Colonial styles of

Pejeng Village, you can learn the

Deluxe & King Suites) are available,

architecture and is complete with

Balinese way of living as well as

each equipped with top-notch

a dining place called the Omah

learning the local language. The

facilities like a hot water shower,

Kitchen, where you can relish their

Pejeng Traditional Market is a

air-conditioners, and a refrigerator

delicious meals for breakfast, lunch

must-visit, where you can find fresh

– the Deluxe & King Suites even

and dinner – their homemade jams

local produce every morning. There

come with a coffee or tea maker. For

are a must-try. Omah Apik also

are also cultural and historical sites

more privacy, Omah Apik also has

provides a special place called

nearby such as the Goa Gajah Cave, Tirta Empul Water Temple, Monkey Forest Reserve and the ARMA Museum.

Omah Apik Jalan Kenyem Bulan Banjar Pande, Desa Pejeng, Gianyar (0361) 944-324 www.omah-apik.com

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Absorbing the positivity of the natural environment at Barn N Bunk.

ONE WITH NATURE

enjoy an unobstructed view of the

Living in harmony – that’s the feeling

rice fields as well as of Mount Agung

farming don’t worry, as there are

you get when you stay at Barn N

and the Nusa Penida peninsula

other fun activities to do. Barn N

Bunk. Situated in a secluded area

in the background. This bed and

Bunk is surrounded by rice fields,

near Masceti Beach in Gianyar,

breakfast also has an organic

making it pleasant to take a walk

this bed and breakfast will let you

farming education center where you

or to go jogging on the track.

commune with nature as it embraces

can learn about Balinese rice culture.

Otherwise, you can go to Masceti

the Balinese Tri Hita Karana

In fact, Barn N Bunk is collaborating

Beach to fish or to Keramas Beach for

philosophy – living harmoniously with

with the local government in creating

surfing and a morning Yoga class.

God, with humans, and with nature.

an agricultural tourist destination by

This bed and breakfast has two

But if you’re not really up for

supporting local farmers in nurturing

Barn N Bunk

types of villas; the Eco-Bungalow (the

their rice fields using the System of

Desa Medahan Pantai Masceti,

wooden villas) and the Eco-Hostel –

Rice Intensification (SRI) that will also

Gianyar, (0361) 479-1128

the second provides single beds in

increase the rice production.

www.facebook.com/BarnNBunk

two separate rooms, very suitable for solo travelers as each bed has its own curtains for privacy, charging points and a fan. Barn N Bunk is an eco-friendly accommodation – the furniture is all made of recycled wood sourced around Masceti Beach, and the beds in the EcoBungalow are made of recycled ALL COURTESY PHOTOS

teak wood and adorned with dried banana leaves Each of the bungalows sit in 1,000 square meters of organic rice paddy to make sure that you can still

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LET’S STROLL AROUND Unlike the other three mini resorts listed above, Room & Vespa provides rooms only and a main swimming pool for guests. Room & Vespa is nestled in four different locations in Seminyak; our team got the chance to visit the Room & Vespa 1 that is located near Seminyak Village.

Room & Vespa 1 has four rooms, and that is why this is perfect for

Room & Vespa provides swimming pool for guests to dip in after strolling around the island.

those who are looking for a quiet place in the heart of Seminyak. Each

private bathroom.

two Vespa’s that you can rent, but

Although this inn doesn’t have a

you can also ask the staff to help you

room is really comfortable and is

dining area, you don’t need to worry

find other types of scooter to rent

designed in an eclectic style – three

as restaurants offering delicious

as well.

suites are furnished with king-size

meals are just around the corner –

beds while the other one is complete

Grocer & Grind, Sisterfields, BO$$

Room & Vespa 1

with twin beds that can be set up

MAN, and Motel Mexicola are only

Jalan Kayu Jati,

into a king. Each of the rooms is

a short stroll away. To make your

Gang Sri Dharma, Seminyak

equipped with air-conditioners, a

holiday even more fun, why don’t

(0361) 733-875

ceiling fan, a TV and a spacious

you rent a bike? Room & Vespa has

www.roomandvespa.com

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FOTOFOLIO Irene Hoff - The Heart of Bali

HOUSE OF ARTISTS Since it was ďŹ rst established in 2015, Bali-based View from a Cloud has captured the eyes of art lovers by creating a unique concept where with just one click to their website, art enthusiasts will be connected to numerous talented artists from Indonesia and across the globe. This virtual gallery is meant to help boost the exposure of contemporary art and make it easily accessible to everyone. View from a Cloud also aims to help encourage talented artists to break out of their ordinary lives and create fresh artwork with new perspectives. Some of the artists whose artworks 40

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Irene Hoff - Commission Piece Melbourne 200x110 cm

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Mersuka Dopazo - I Need You

Purwadi - Red Jambu - 250x170 cm

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Mersuka Dopazo - The Couple

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Anas Etan - Jinny in the Bottle 120x160 cm

Irene Hoff - Groupie 150x120 cm

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Oesoef Olla - No Pop - 140 x 100 cm

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LITTLELOVES

The 3D shark painting at the “Sea World” room.

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n the land full of beaches and

are actually inside a giant pyramid

nature galore, it is not really

in Egypt. “Don’t be a stranger,”

difficult to decide where to go

said Bobby Doko, the Marketing

on the weekends or to unwind

Director of DMZ during my visit to

after work. But what happens

the museum. “Explore more of the

when one has had quite enough of

museum and discover more magical

the outdoor activities and fancies

paintings.”

something different? Don’t worry because the options for attractions

He didn’t lie. The path then led to “Sea World,” which wiped away

in Bali are quite limitless – and one of them is the Dream Museum Zone (DMZ) that sits right on Jalan Nakula. Displaying numerous three-dimensional paintings, this museum has successfully put an ear-to-ear grin on a visitor’s face.

AN ARTSY TOUR Some say that Bali has everything you could wish for – and this statement inspired a Korean D businessman to bring the popular 3D museum concept to Bali, following

Going up the Stairway to Heaven, anyone?

th the success of such museums in South es.

Korea, Thailand, and the Philippines.

Located in the heart of Kuta, the DMZ boasts up to 120 paintings

the ‘humidity’ in “Egypt” and is full

the walls – this tricky illusion really

with 14 different themes. Get ready

of paintings with tropical setting

got me captivated. More paintings

to be mesmerized upon entering

such as mermaids, the ocean, and

with different themes were just as

the museum, as almost all parts on

sea salt. Next is the “Safari” room

astonishing towards the end of the

the inside are painted with 3D art,

where giraffes, elephants, and other

tour. One of the rooms that amused

including the walls, floors, and even

African animals seem to come alive.

me was the “Korean,” where Psy,

the air conditioners.

Check out the painting where a

the Korean singer that gained

Open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

zebra is leaping out of the frame –

popularity with his ‘Gangnam Style’

every day, this museum is comprised

it really looks as though the zebra

song, and a notable Korean girl

of several rooms, each with different

is alive!

band are painted as if they are

theme. The first one is “Egypt”, a

From “Safari”, the trail next

actually singing and dancing in front

room with humid-weather mood

leads to the “Classic” room, where

of me. The “Eye Illusion” room was

where pyramids and Cleopatra-

a painting of a Dutch lady in the

also one of my favorites – this room

like paintings and labyrinth-style

1930’s is pouring water outside

is really unique as there is a trick

room make visitors feel as if they

of the frame that is hung on one of

that will make one seem to be a lot

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smaller ll th than one’s ’ ffriends i d iin a photo. h t .

And for the Indonesian experience, DMZ has an “Indonesian Heritage” room where monkeys in the Ubud Monkey

the best spots for guests to pose

created by eight Korean and three

Forest or strike a pose in front of the

with each of the paintings – the

Balinese painters. And to celebrate

Prambanan Temple in Central Java.

guide will show the guest the spot

its second birthday this June, this

Although they are all trick art, the

and capture the moment, as it takes

biggest trick art museum in Indonesia

main point is that guests can take

a specific angle to make the 3D

plans to invite these painters back to

fun photos with their friends – all that

paintings come to life perfectly in a

re-do and remake 50 paintings for a

is needed is some imagination to

photo. The DMZ has also become a

new fresh look. More interesting trick

capture creative pictures!

kind of a photo studio, where guests

art to see, for sure!

who are not really into art can still

By Suhartina Sindukusumo

SNAP A PHOTO

enjoy the museum thoroughly – they

Not that selfie’s are banned within

can capture photos that look like as

Dream Museum Zone

the zone, but the museum provides

if they were surfing in the ocean or

Jalan Nakula No. 33x, Kuta

guides that will help with taking

walking in Cambodia’s Angkor Wat.

(0361) 849-6220

All of the paintings in DMZ are

www.dmzbali.com

pictures. The museum has prepared

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guests can pretend to play with

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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.

So why not head down to Puri Santrian Beach Resort & Spa to experience Seawalker? Get a little taste of what it might feel like to be Ariel. You know, Ariel… the redheaded mermaid who wished for a pair of legs to tread on land (though I can’t for the life of me understand why after experiencing the joys of being under the sea!).

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GOING UNDER

aking a stroll down

Mind you, there are plenty of

Kuta’s busy streets

operators offering a similar activity

Unlike scuba diving where you

or ambling down

as Seawalker and even sharing the

need to obtain a license through

Petitenget Beach can

same name, but you can be sure

a lengthy and expensive course,

either be a hassle or a

that the Seawalker in Sanur by

Seawalker allows you to experience

treat depending on what situation

Club Aqua Bali is the proper one.

life underwater with far less hassle.

you find yourself in. But walking

Complete with professional staff and

Really, all you need to do is show

underwater amongst colorful fish

top-of-the-range equipment, your

up, watch a safety orientation video

and beautiful coral is definitely one

safety and enjoyment is their top

(much like the ones prior to airplane

heck of a great experience!

priority.

takeoff), change into your swimsuit

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and apply sunscreen, and you’ll be all set!

You’ll put on specialized diving

Put on the helmet, go down on the ladder into the ocean and meet some fish!

shoes provided by Seawalker to protect your feet from sharp coral or sea urchins (not that there are many of them). Afterwards, you will be led to a boat waiting just off the white sand beach that will ferry you to the pontoon sitting about 500 meters from the shore.

An instructor will give you one last briefing on simple hand signals for communicating once you’re in the water. Make sure you listen to the instructions, because it’s really important for you to be able to understand how to communicate in case of an emergency.

The staff will then put a harness on you, and once you’ve climbed down the stainless steel ladder at the end of pontoon and are about shoulder deep in the water, the staff will put a special pressurized diving helmet on you that will let you

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At this spot there will be a long steel bar that you can use as an anchor while you take pictures with the fish and feed them fish food pellets. These cute and colorful fish

breathe just as if you were on land.

won’t be entirely in control of your

you might feel the urge to pet them –

movement because the sea current

in fact, it’s possible to do so because

will gently sway your body about.

they won’t bite.

There’s nothing to fear however,

After interacting with the school

as your instructor will be with you

of fish, you will be taken to a nearby

the entire time and will lead you

coral formation where other, more

will feel like you’ve been transported

to an underwater spot where you

colorful fish live. On my dive the

to another world. All you’ll be

can enjoy the beautiful colors of

instructor told me to put my hand on

able to hear are the air bubbles

the schools of fish and coral that

one coral head where there was a

coming out of your helmet, and you

surround you.

cute little blue fish swimming about,

When you reach the sea floor, it

Posing while walking in the sea.

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will be so close to your helmet that

It’s time to say hi to the sea creatures!

and as I put my hand on it the fish

a full day filled with fun in Bali’s

teatime exploring the seafloor with

quickly pecked at my hand. It didn’t

waters. Depending on the day

Seawalker.

hurt a bit and it was thrilling to feel

and the weather, you might start

By Ariko Ahmad

the “fish kiss”!

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

Club Aqua, Sekar Menuh Building,

BACK ON LAND

nearby village surrounded by East

Bypass Ngurah Rai No. 5, Sanur

After your 30 minutes are up, a

Bali’s lush greenery, and then

(0361) 281-408

boat will be waiting for you by the

towards the afternoon you’ll spend

www.clubaquabali.com

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

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)

by Club Aqua. The package offers

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Silver Shine

OUR CONTRIBUTOR TAUFAN WIJAYA TAKES US TO KOTAGEDE, THE MECCA OF SILVERSMITHING IN YOGYAKARTA, CENTRAL JAVA…

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s the center of silver handicrafts in Yogyakarta, Kotagede has its own charm, but somehow

it is often taken for granted by the locals. I have to admit that I used to be one of those people – I just visited Kotagede about six months ago despite the fact that my grandfather was actually born and raised in that area. Truth be told, I used to pass through Kotagede all the time and saw many silversmiths in the area, but never had the time to stop by to investigate closer. Then one day my curiosity got the best of me and I decided it was time to explore the city of my ancestor’s.

FROM THE KINGDOM OF MATARAM

have been really well preserved with

the 18th century that the Mataram

the help of the government. In fact,

Palace appointed Kotagede a silver

they have now become a tourist

handicraft center in order to meet the

destination.

palace’s needs.

Many of the silversmith’s buildings

“This is where the Mataram

in Kotagede date back centuries,

Kingdom blossomed after it was

popular in Indonesia just after the

and most are built with thick walls

divided from the Surakarta Palace,”

reformation in 1998. The silver trend

and massive wooden blocks. Some

said Budi, one of the owners of an

was not closely related to politics

of the workshops are even housed

old house in Kotagede that I met. His

though – I believe the price of gold

in preserved buildings that are

statement explains why this area is

at that time went up so drastically

authentic to Yogyakarta, and have

so rich with historical heritage, like

that silver became the next big

become a part of the beginning of

the Mataram Kings Cemetery and

thing in the jewelry industry. After a

this cultural town. Some “limasan”

artifacts from the Mataram Kingdom

period of time the silver handicraft

houses are still in a good shape and

during the 16th century. It was in

industry slowly went out of spotlight

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Silver accessories became quite

and Kotagede became known merely as a place where silver crafts used to be made. But during my visit I found out that there are still many silversmiths living and working there – some still remain as small family businesses while others have joined big silver companies.

MEET THE SILVERSMITHS I took some time to visit a big workshop and watched one of the silversmiths, Heri by name, who had just finished a brooch that morning. The workshop Heri works in is adjacent to a showroom that opens at 8.30 a.m. – the showroom is divided into several rooms, each designated to display a type of

Some carvings need extra time and patience.

jewelry; for instance, one room is full of rings, while the other is for necklaces.

What captivated me the most were the beautiful and colorful old tiles from the colonial era that were laid under an old credenza that was maybe of the same age as the tiles. When noon arrived, Heri’s colleagues started to come to work. Some of them are temporary workers who are hired to finish a massive order. The silversmiths work as a team, each with his or her own specific task: to weld, to shape the silver wire, to design and more.

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she patiently bent the wire with

carriage) or animal figures – that are

tweezers to form a circle. Jumiyem

also adorned with gemstones like

has worked there for six years,

sapphire – take weeks to create. As

despite the fact that she did not take

for wall decorations, sometimes a

any formal courses to develop her

silversmith needs to forge the silver

skills – she learned all about being a

with heat.

silversmith from her peers.

After the welding process, the silver item need to be cleaned –

MAKING THE SILVER

“lerak”, which is usually used to

Jewelry and handicrafts have to go

wash batik is also used to wash and

through a long process before they

polish silver. The silver needs to be

are displayed in the showroom. The

polished until foam appears and

silver stock has to be mixed with 7.5

then washed with water to make the

percent cooper through a melting

silver shine brightly.

TIMELESS PIECES

process – this chemical reaction is too soft. The color will then change

Heat is needed to make the silver shine brightly.

It seems that the silver industry in Kotagede is capable of fulfilling

to dull brown – then it is ready to

the market demand pretty well. Not

cut; a bar shape for bracelets or

only are the silversmiths able to craft

other accessories and

items with stunning designs, but

a wire for small and detailed

the big shops also have sales staff

jewelry pieces.

that are fluent in foreign languages

The silversmith then crafts the

such as English, Japanese, French

material according to the design –

and others – and these language

for instance, a detailed accessory is

skills are of course important to help

made by connecting several silver

bring Indonesia’s jewelry onto the

wires together. The connections

international stage.

In the modern times, some

are glued then welded. A simple

traditional skills may be prone

ring takes hours to make, while

to disappearing because of

an item with detailed design such as a miniature of andong (a horse

The most interesting part is that

regeneration issues, but that is not

this entire process is open for visitors

the case with the silversmithing

to see – it was quite fascinating to

industry in Kotagede. Many young

witness the making of decorative

people are still interested in learning

turtles, birds, butterflies, and other

the silver craft in Kotagede, and

jewelry such as bracelets, rings and

every day cars and rickshaws bring

pendants. But among all the crafts

travelers and tourists to visit the craft

I saw that day, I was mesmerized

shops. So as long as the jewelry

most by the silver miniature of the

industry stays alive, these talented

Borobudur Temple, the biggest

silversmiths will continue to produce

Buddhist temple that is under the

great art works.

protection of UNESCO.

By Taufan Wijaya

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needed to produce silver that is not

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CAPITALCORNER

Young and talented Isyana Sarasvati performed in the mid-night show.

GET A GROOVE ON!

AN UNFORGETTABLE MUSICAL NIGHT AT ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST ANTICIPATED JAZZ FESTIVALS…

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n its 12th year of running, the Java

become one of the most anticipated festivals in Indonesia

Jazz Festival – now called the Jakarta

every year.

International BNI Java Jazz Festival 2016 – is still captivating visitors

THE BIG NAMES

with its great line up of musical

Since it was first held in 2005, this festival has never

performances. From March 4 to 6, a quality group of

failed to entertain Indonesia’s music enthusiasts by

local and international musicians rocked this festival that

presenting a number of big names in the music industry.

was held at the Jakarta International Expo in Kemayoran.

In its 12th edition this year, the Java Jazz Festival

Not only full of jazz musicians, the Java Jazz Festival

boasted 110 local and international musicians, ranging

also included performances from other musical genres

from individual soloists to groups, on 11 stages.

such as pop, soul, and r ‘n b – which is why this event is always jam-packed with music enthusiasts and has

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The first day of the festival came to life as American saxophonist Boney James performed at Tebs Hall,

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Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw was one of the performers of this year’s Java Jazz Festival.

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followed by female saxophonist Candy Dulfer.

Foster performed in a show titled “David Foster & Java

Indonesian guitarist Tohpati also shared the stage that

Jazz Friends” – a stunning performance, as David was

day, performing music that was a feast to the ears with a

pretty talkative to the audience.

touch of traditional Indonesian sounds, such as seruling

On another stage, Grammy-award winning trumpeter

and kendang. Another breathtaking performer was

Chris Botti and Gordon Matthew Thomas Summer, more

the new up-and-coming band from Indonesia named

widely known as Sting, were performing romantic songs,

Barasuara, who successfully captivated the younger

while Level 42 and Tokyo SKA Paradise Orchestra

audience during their performance on the outdoor stage.

once again entertained their fans with their energetic performances. As the night grew darker, visitors got their

The special guest star of the first day was Robin Thicke with his energetic dance. Meanwhile the Tokyo SKA Paradise Orchestra, a ska band from Japan, also hypnotized the visitors with their attractive performance especially when they transformed a slow jazz song like Duke Ellington and John Coltrane’s “In a Sentimental Mood” into an upbeat ska song. Level 42 also performed on the first day of the festival and made the visitors danced to their songs, such as “Lessons in Love” and “Love Games”.

MORE STARS The second day was just as mesmerizing with more popular musicians taking to the stage. The Indonesian vocal group Rida Sita Dewi performed at MLD SPOT HALL, while world-class musician and producer David

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PHOTOS OF ISYANA SARASVATI BY DODDY WIRASETO, ALL OTHERS BY EDNA TARIGAN

Level 42 rocked one of the stages.

eyes and ears treated to Indonesia’s young and talented singer Isyana Sarasvati, who was performing in an aftermidnight show, singing Frank Sinatra’s “New York New York” followed by her song “The Way I Love you”.

The last day of the festival was no less interesting, as Indonesian jazz musician Idang Rasyidi performed as one of the opening artists while Indonesian pianist Dwiki Dharmawan performed at a show titled “Topeng Jazz: Dwiki Dharmawan & His Polish Friends” at Tebs Hall. Candy Dulfer once again gave a remarkable performance as well as David Foster, Chris Botti and Sting, marking the closing of this year’s Java Jazz Festival.

For more than ten years this festival has been the benchmark of the progress of music in Indonesia, especially jazz, with visitors coming in not just from across Indonesia but also other countries including Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei Darussalam. These visitors come with the same desire – to see their idols performing live on stage and enjoy the music all through the night. With that in mind, there is no doubt that the Java Jazz Festival is one of the most anticipated music festivals in the country – and I can’t wait to see who will be performing next year!

By Edna Tarigan www.javajazzfestival.com

Robin Thicke gave a remarkable performance.

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BEYONDUPDATES

VISIT TORAJA If you’re looking for a different holiday experience, Tana Toraja (Toraja Land) in the province of South Sulawesi, one of Indonesia’s biggest islands, is where you should go. The home of the indigenous Toraja tribe boasts a breath-taking view of the mountains and rice fields, and is rich with cultural heritage.

Interested? Amy Tours Makassar is now offering a special program called the “Toraja Culture and Nature Tour” that will take you exploring in Tana Toraja for four days – which includes visiting a fishermen’s village in Baru, the hanging graves in Lemo, Tongkonan houses (Toraja’s traditional houses) in Kete’ Kesu and ancient megalithic stones in Bori’, which are just a few of the destinations on the itinerary. This tour is available from Rp. 3,850,000 net/pax, depending on the hotel you choose – as there are three options of hotels ranging from two to four stars – and price includes an air-con car, entrance fees, English-speaking tour guides, and more. This offer is valid from April 1 to December 31 2016 for a minimum of two persons.

Amy Tours Makassar Jalan Perjanjian Bungaya No. 3 Barombong, Makassar, South Sulawesi 0813-4376-8262 www.acrossulawesi.com

GO GREEN!

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Celebrating their second anniversary, POP! Hotel Kemang gave back to the community by hosting a city clean up on February 26.

Starting at 8 a.m., the hotel staff, supported by local officials, joined the green movement titled #KEMANGBEBASSAMPAH2016 (Kemang Free of Trash 2016) and cleaned the Kemang area of trash. POP! Hotel Kemang also donated 12 colorful trash bins to be placed on the main street; each of the bins created by the hotel staff using recycled material. The hotel is committed to keeping this green program going until at least the end of 2016 as a way to support the Jakarta government’s initiatives to make the city spotless by 2020.

POP! Hotel Kemang Jalan Kemang Raya No. 3, South Jakarta (021) 718-1595 www.pophotels.com

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The Artist in Residence program at the Alila Manggis is not to be missed by art and photography enthusiasts.

With the title “Bridging the Artistic Realm”, this program displays the works of four talented artists from March 25 to April 25 – James Wilkins and Silvana Sutanto will be showcasing their passion for photography, while Michael Daube and Laila Azra reveal their artworks. For the entire month the resort will also become an inspirational playground for these artists as they craft their next pieces.

The opening cocktail party of this event was hosted on March 26 where guests were invited stay overnight to join a photography class conducted by James, go for a photo hunt at Pasar Agung and Villa Idanna, capture the sunset and sunrise moments and learn about watercolor techniques with Michael.

Alila Manggis Desa Buitan, Manggis, Karangasem (0363) 410-11 www.alilahotels.com/manggis

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR

FANTASTIC FOUR

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SEE&SEEN

MINANG FESTIVAL The Banyu Biru Restaurant at The Laguna Bali held a threeday festival from February 25 to 27 that highlighted West Sumatran cuisine. The event titled “Ranah Minang Food Festival” was meant to introduce the richness and bold flavor of beef rendang, nasi Padang, and other delicacies from the area. Media, food bloggers, and Reno Andam Suri as the speaker and guest chef attended the opening of the festival, for the early dinner on day one. The festival also marked Banyu Biru’s commitment in exposing local cuisine to guests from time to time. www.thelagunabali.com

ALL IN ONE The Food, Hotel & Tourism Bali event is back. Initiated by PT. Pamerindo Indonesia, this annual event took place at Bali Nusa Dua Convention Centre from March 3 to 5 with a total of 777 participants from 36 countries from the food, hotel, and other area’s of the hospitality industry – US Potato Board, Agro Boga Utama, Anomali Coffee, and Pavilion from Victoria to name a few. Bali Salon Culinaire, the biggest cooking competition in Bali, was also part of this event, made merrier by more than 500 chefs and 50 judges from 14 countries. www.pamerindo.com

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FIVE ON FIVE Celebrating its fifth anniversary, the W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak threw a dazzling party on March 5. Hosted at Woobar, the party started at four in the afternoon and lasted until five in the morning, entertaining hundreds of guests with music by DJ Alex Metric from the UK. Guests also danced the night away with fine tunes from Damian Saint, Anastasia, Andreas Seider, and Nanda.

A fireworks and lightshow parade completed the fun. www.wretreatbali.com

SHINE ON PADMA At the end of February, Padma Ubud held their official grand launching event, which was attended by the Board of Directors of the Padma Hotels and some media. The two-day event was also an opportunity for Padma Ubud to introduce all the facilities on the property, including the restaurant, the new spa, the Mediterranean pool bar as well as daily and weekly activities such as yoga, biking and power walking. Not to mention the longest swimming pool in Ubud with a magnificent view of the lush jungle. www.padmaresortubud.com

FANTASTIC WINE Pantja Artha Niaga (PAN) and DSP Fine Wine, two of Indonesia’s pioneers in wine, beer, and spirits invited media friends, customers, and other organizations to attend a wine tasting event in the Grand Gamelan Ballroom at the Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort. The event was held in appreciation of their loyal customers who have supported their journey in bringing the finest selections of wine and spirits to Indonesia.

The night was made complete with 34 brands indulging guests with different creations of alcoholic beverages. www.paniaga.com

A HEALTHY DAY On February 27, a number of general practitioners and specialists from the Gracillis Group as well as pharmacists from Ikatan Apotek Indonesia Pengurus Daerah Bali diagnosed and treated more than 500 unfortunate people in Bali.

This social activity was commenced by Yayasan Rumah Sehat at Banjar Bias Lantang in Amed.

The doctors set up temporary health facilities in the area to help cure the locals that suffer from cancer, dengue, strokes, malnutrition, and skin disease. The health program was funded by a donation from Tony and Sue DeLeede, two Australians who regularly come to Bali, and was also supported by the governor of Karangasem, Rotary Club Bali Taman, and Rotary Clubs of Hope Island and Alfredton in Australia.

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ILLUSTRATION MAPS BY ADE PARTHA & RIO WEDAYANA

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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

■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES

Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur.

Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net

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

■ INDIA

■ GARUDA Jl. Jalan Sugianyar, 5 Denpasar

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

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

■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA

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

■ 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

■ NGURAH RAI AIRPORT Tel/Fax: (0361) 759-761

HEALTH&MEDICAL

■ ITALY Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org

■ JAPAN Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066 E-mail: denpasar@dp.mofa.go.jp

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

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

■ QATAR AIRWAYS Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788. Departure International Terminal, 2nd fl. – Room OP.II.8 East Wing Ngurah Rai International Airport Tel: (0361) 9360274; Fax : (0361) 9360275 ■ DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 75,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for International departure. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ MEXICO PT Puri Astina Putra Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 223-266, Fax: (0361) 244-568 E-mail: consulmex@astinatravel.com

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.

■ 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

(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

■ BRITAIN

■ 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

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

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

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

■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA,

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

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

■ 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

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

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

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

■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA Jl. Ganetri 9 D, Gatot Subroto Timur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 264-149, Fax: (0361) 243-747 E-mail: bali@honrep.ch

■ CZECH REPUBLIC Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur.

■ THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81,

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■ 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 2016

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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