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SUMMER IN PARADISE ‘Om Swastiastu...’

August is the best time to visit Bali – the sun is shining bright but the wind coming from Australia makes this island feel cool and breezy. Although the weather may be unpredictable due to global warming – rain is still pouring down up until July – we believe that this shouldn’t stop you from experiencing the best of Bali, especially when a lot of parties are scheduled to liven up the island this month. The Sunny Side Up Festival, Ubud Village Jazz Festival, and Jazz Market by the Sea

COVER Photo Courtesy of RIMBA Jimbaran Bali by AYANA

are just a few of the upcoming events that you shouldn’t miss in August – flip through ‘Lifestyle & Leisure’ to see the details and to find out about other events that are waiting for you. And for the gentlemen, if you want to look good for these parties, make sure you first pay a visit to Shearlock – Barber, Shop, Coffee that we reveal in ‘Invite & Indulge.’ This month, why don’t you go to Canggu, one of the blooming areas in Bali? Our ‘Little Loves’ discovers places to have breakfast, lunch, afternoon bites and dinner in the area. Or hop on a fast boat and cruise to Nusa Lembongan, where hidden gems are waiting to be discovered. Find the story in ‘Action & Attraction.’ From outside of Bali, our contributor Amelia Winnie has tasted a number of ice creams and gelatos in Jakarta, which she shares in ‘Capital Corner’, while Taufan Wijaya explores Batam, the next tourist destination in Indonesia in ‘Beyond Bali.’ All these stories are especially compiled for you so you can have the best summer experience in Bali and across the archipelago. So… enjoy your summer getaway!

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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is a strategic corporate communication and freelance writer who ﬁnds sanity in outdoor activities, adventures, coffee and dogs.

is a lecturer at Udayana University and a marketing communication specialist. He recently started his own business in tourism yet still ﬁnds time to continue his writing hobby.

is a Bali-based writer and photographer, coffee junkie, food addict and lover of the outdoors. He’ll write and shoot almost anything, from live concerts to water sports and everything in between.

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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. Follow him on Twitter @ taufanwijaya_ or www. taufanwijaya.com 12

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

contents 08.16 A U G U S T 2016 Volume 18 No. 195

A CULTURAL MORNING

PHOTOS & FUN FACTS

SIGHTS&SOUNDS

Try the ‘Balinese Culture Experience’ at the Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort

Snapshots and quotes picked up throughout May and June

SUMMER SOIREE!

A UNIQUE STAY

LIFESTYLE&LEISURE Festivals and lively events in August

REST&RELAXATION Four hotels designed with modern art in Bali

DINE&DELIGHTS

Indulging in the best cuts of beef at Fire

ABSTRACT

STEAK NIGHT

PROFILE&PORTRAIT SURFING FOR LIFE

An interview with Rizal Tandjung

FOTOFOLIO Phil Green blurs the boundaries between photography and art

+ 18 PRIMEPROMOTION Hot deals and promotions of the month that shouldn’t be missed

20 NEW&NEWS

SHOPPINGSPREE

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

THOSE CHARMING LADIES Triette offers unique home living products

6 8 BEYONDUPDATES

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

INVITE&INDULGE A MAN’S SPACE

70 COMMUNITYCALENDAR

A visit to Shearlock – Barber, Shop, Coffee

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

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

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

78 INFOINDEX 14

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Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses

FIRST COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF W RETREAT & SPA BALI - SEMINYAK, SECOND COLUMN TOP PHOTO BY PHIL GREEN, THIRD COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF INTERCONTINENTAL BALI RESORT

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LITTLELOVES

ACTION&ATTRACTION

MAGNIFICENT MANGROVE

Discovering hidden gems in Nusa Lembongan

BEYONDBALI A MELTING POT

A tour around Batam in the Riau Islands

CAPITALCORNER

SCOOPS OF HAPPINESS Finding gelato, sorbet and ice cream in Jakarta 16

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TOP AND BOTTOM LEFT PHOTOS BY TAUFAN WIJAYA, BOTTOM RIGHT PHOTO BY GINO ANDRIAS

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;GU DAY OUT

A culinary journey in Canggu

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PRIMEPROMOTION

SWEET HONEYMOON Nestled on the beachfront in Jimbaran, the InterContinental Bali Resort is the perfect place for a romantic getaway for honeymooners. The resort’s Club InterContinental provides a canopied four-poster bed complete with luxurious facilities and services like a traditional Balinese bathroom with bathtub, ﬂowerscented amenities and personal butlers to assist. Honeymooners can also indulge in a couple’s spa treatment at Spa Uluwatu, which incorporates a Balinese massage with a Javanese sandalwood lulur or lavender body scrub and a hydrating fruit and coconut bath. A honeymoon experience at this resort will be more romantic with sunset cocktails and candlelit dinner under the stars by the beach. There are also a number of leisure activities like village cycling tours, Balinese cooking classes and sunrise yoga. A picnic for two at a jungle waterfall, a visit to a cliff top temple during sunset and a walk through rice ﬁelds are also available to tighten the bond between lovebirds. InterContinental Bali Resort Jalan Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran, (0361) 701-888 www.bali.intercontinental.com

FOOD GUIDANCE Dear food enthusiasts, this is the culinary guidebook that you need in order to discover the delicious food in Bali. Published by Smudge Publishing, this book titled “Flavors of Bali” uncovers the island’s food scene from coffee shops in Canggu to popular restaurants and bars in Seminyak such as Sisterﬁelds and the Potato Head Beach Club Bali, as well as Chef Will Meyrick’s dining places, Sarong, Mama San and Tiger Palm – this book also provides signature recipes from these respected venues, allowing readers to recreate the dishes back ack home. “Flavors of Bali” also brings readers closer to the island’s talented chefs like Australia’s Frank Camorra with his MoVida Bali at Katamama, and presents a number of hotels and resorts to stay in Bali such as the Viceroy in Ubud and Alila Resorts in Seminyak, Uluwatu, Soori and Ubud. With thorough detail and an eye-catching design, “Flavors of Bali” is not just available at bookshops, but can also be ordered online at www.smudgeeats.com.au/product/ﬂavours-of-bali

Clear broth with the bold ﬂavor of herbs will take one to the moon and back – this new Chinese Herbal Soup at the Golden Lotus at Bali Dynasty Resort is not to be taken for granted. Launched in July, this soup is rich with nutrition as it is made of healthy Chinese spices and herbs. This dish is created based on the Chinese belief that food affects one’s health, and is believed to boost one’s energy, nourish the Yin and moisturize the lungs. This Chinese Herbal Soup is available at Rp. 75,000 nett/portion/person in two different variations, the Seafood Soup with Chinese herbs and apple or the Chicken Soup with Chinese herbs, innoki mushroom, carrot and bamboo piths. Golden Lotus Bali Dynasty Resort Jalan Kartika, P.O. Box 2047, Tuban, Kuta, (0361) 752-403 www.balidynasty.com

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GOLDEN SOUP

FASHION FOR ALL Looking for a fashion house that provides all kinds of clothes from sophisticated casual wear to haute couture? Then you need to go to the House of IOCO Fashion. Unlike other boutiques on the island, House of IOCO Fashion has ﬁve different brands, each with its own signature style. The IOCO brand is perfect for those who love simplicity with subtle details and modern ﬁnish, while SOOK is for those who want to look edgy yet still feminine. MONICA KU offers selections of haute couture designs and ONLY by IOCO is an exclusive limited collection, personally curated by Monica Ku, the brain behind all the designs at this fashion house. House of IOCO Fashion also offers IOCO HOMME, the men’s wear that embraces a simple, practical, classic and modern design. Not only available at their outlets in Bali, the collections of House of IOCO Fashion can also be purchased online

KITE HYPE Celebrating the Bali Kite Festival that runs in July and August, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali is inviting guests to experience firsthand the fun of crafting and flying kites with their family by launching a program titled “Balinese Kite Experience.” Not only will this program bring guests closer to Bali’s kite and offering traditions, it will also give parents the chance to bond with their children by creating a kite together using the provided materials and under the supervision of the resort’s specialist. Participants are also encouraged to write some wishes on the tail of the kite, just like the Balinese do at the festival. When the kites are ready, children – who will be dressed in Balinese attire – can fly them from the resort’s white sandy beach. This program will last until October 2016. The Ritz-Carlton, Bali Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan Lot III, Sawangan, Nusa Dua (0361) 849-8988 www.ritzcarlton.com/bali

on such sites as Amazon.com. House of IOCO Fashion Sunset Road No. 88, Seminyak (0361) 847-5829 www.house-of-ioco.com

HOUSE OF COCONUT Griya Kelapa, which actually means “Coconut House”, now comes with a new and fresh look! First established in 2005, this beauty brand embraces the coconut essence that gives numerous beneﬁts to our body, from helping boost our energy to making our skin glow, preventing obesity, improving our digestive system, and more. Hand cream, body lotion, body wash, body scrub and hair revitalizer are among its many products, but the most interesting is the Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) that is rich in proteins, vitamins and antioxidants. Griya Kelapa also supplies spa products to a number of spas in Bali and offers Coconut Flake and Coconut Sagon as healthy delicacies. Griya Kelapa P.T. Kelapaku, Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 638, Denpasar (0361) 724-764, www.griyakelapa.com

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NEW&NEWS

INDONESIA AT HEART One more local product to be proud of! Hatiku Indonesia, which actually means ‘my heart Indonesia’, was born on the island, offering handmade furniture and home living accessories ranging from pillow cushions, chairs, tables, and more – they also produce leather bags that are useful for daily activities or traveling. The best news is that Hatiku Indonesia has just opened a showroom in Bali on Jalan Mertanadi in Seminyak. There you can ﬁnd various products made carefully and passionately by local craftsmen using natural materials like cotton, wood, leather and bamboo. Hatiku Indonesia is very much inspired by Indonesian culture, which makes the design of each of their products unique. Hatiku Indonesia Jalan Mertanadi No. 16, Seminyak (0361) 736-681 www.hatikuindonesia.com

SECOND POINT Four Points by Sheraton Bali has just opened their second location in the heart of Seminyak. This hotel is a conversion of the Vasanti Seminyak Resort and is strategically located between the rice ﬁelds and hip cafes in Petitenget. Offering 93 rooms and 28 suites, the rooms are designed with batik panels that give a traditional ambiance. Other facilities that are worth checking out are the all-day dining Devali Restaurant that focuses on Indonesian and noteworthy international cuisine, the Splash Bar that sits poolside, and the Above Kitchen and Lounge that is perched at the hotel’s rooftop overlooking Seminyak’s skyline. Not to mention they have two meeting rooms, an outdoor pool, the Aswangga Wellness Spa and a ﬁtness center to complete the hotel’s offerings. Four Points by Sheraton Bali, Seminyak Jalan Petitenget, Gang Cendrawasih No. 99 DS, Seminyak (0361) 846-6966 www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints

Are you in the mood for camping but don’t really want to put up a tent? The Menjangan Dynasty Resort has you covered by opening their newest gem in North Bali called the Menjangan Dynasty Resort Beach Camp and Dive Resort that will give you a ‘glamping’ – ‘Glamorous Camping’, that is – experience. Guests can book one of the 24 beach camp tents that come with a ﬂat screen TV, a DVD player, a minibar, full bathroom amenities, and an in-tent bathroom or shower room. Each tent overlooks the waters of Menjangan Island and the West Bali National Park as well as Mount Raung and Mount Ijen, two mountains in East Java. The 16-hectares of land also include an inﬁnity swimming pool and the Pasir Putih Beach Club & Bar. Feeling more adventurous? Take a trip to the sites around the camp that include diving into the deep sea around Menjangan Island, cycling around the Pemuteran Village, visiting the Atlas Pearl Farms, and taking a dip in the nearby hot springs and waterfalls. Menjangan Dynasty Resort Menjangan Island, North Bali, (0361) 752-403 www.mdr.pphotels.com

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GLAMPING DAYS

TASTY TOUR Touted as one of the best culinary hubs in the world, Bali needs one or more food tours to accommodate those craving tummies. Good Indonesian Food answers that query by launching its Good Indonesian Food Culinary Tour. They have successfully crafted four kinds of small group culinary tours in Bali that last for four to ﬁve hours. Foodies can choose from the Balinese Heritage Culinary Tour in Ubud, Ubud Signature Dishes Tour, Sanur Foodie Cycling Tour and Balinese Pork Investigation in Seminyak. Each tour will take food enthusiasts to ﬁve or six eateries. This not only gives people more knowledge about food, but the tour is also a platform for learning more about Balinese history and local culture. Are you drooling already? Log on to their website to join. www.culinarytour.goodindonesianfood.com

BEST SPA Good news is coming from the Remède Spa at The St. Regis Bali Resort, as the spa received the World Luxury Spa Award as Country Winner for the Best Luxury Urban Escape at the World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards Gala Ceremony 2016 in Switzerland. The World Luxury Spa Awards are given only to the luxury spa industry, and the Remède Spa proves that they have been keeping their standard high by providing top-notch facilities that ﬁt the award’s criteria – this spa has 12 treatment rooms, an aqua vitale pool, a boutique, a pedicure room with advanced technology chairs and more. Not to mention they also have excellent treatments, one of them being the signature Bloody Mary-inspired ritual that uses skin purifying vodka and detoxifying tomato to create a relaxing effect. Remède Spa The St. Regis Bali Resort BTDC Lot S6, Nusa Dua, (0361) 847-8111 www.stregisbali.com

NEW IN JIMBARAN Located near the Kedonganan Traditional Fish Market, Jimbaran Bay Beach Resort & Spa has officially opened with 121 rooms surrounded by a blend of Balinese motifs and modern design. With direct access to the beach and only a few steps away from the fresh fish barbecue stalls, this resort is perfect for those who are longing to spend their holiday at the beach and munch on fresh seafood. Not only providing rooms with a view, this resort is also complete with a wide swimming pool, a pool bar, a ballroom and a meeting room. The Baruna Sky Lounge on the fifth floor is open from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. so guests can enjoy cocktails and the sea breeze in an outdoor lounge setting. Jimbaran Bay Beach Resort & Spa Jalan Pantai Kedonganan No. 888 Kedonganan Bay, Jimbaran (0361)705-999 www.jimbaranbaybeach.com

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CRAFT&CULTURE

A CULTURAL MORNING

to the next stage of life is childhood,

LEARN ALL ABOUT BALINESE TRADITIONS IN THE SETTING OF A FIVE-STAR HOTEL…

one is starting to learn the Balinese

displayed in the next carving, when arts like gamelan and traditional dances. The teen phase then comes,

s one of the

CIRCLE OF LIFE

through the Oton Menek Kelih, a

newcomers on the

After changing into a kamen, a

ritual to commemorate that one has

island, the Soﬁtel

Balinese costume that consists of a

come of age.

Bali Nusa Dua

kebaya and a sarong for women

During childhood, a Balinese

and a shirt, a sarong and an udeng

person also experiences the famous

a modern lavish design in its

for the men, guests are escorted back

tooth-ﬁling ceremony known as

architecture and interior. But not

to the lobby where the tour begins.

Mepandes, which aims to get rid

many people know that this hotel

Walking into the lobby of the hotel,

of negativity as teeth are symbols

is more than just about modern

most people might go straight to the

of Sad Ripu (lust, greed, anger,

life. Nestled on the beachfront, the

reception area or to the elevator

insobriety, confusion and jealousy).

Soﬁtel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort

to reach their rooms, but in this

Then comes the time when one is

pays high tribute to the island by

program guests are taken to look at

ready to get married and have a

showcasing Balinese traditions on its

the walls above the spiral staircase

family, and this is depicted in the

lobby walls and by having a temple

and see the intricate carvings on the

within the resort complex. And the

wooden panels that show the phases

best part is that they invite guests,

of a Balinese person’s life. This series

be it in-house or from outside, to

of carvings are a story titled “The

learn all about Balinese rituals in

Balinese Circle of Life”, and the

their “Balinese Culture Experience”

guide tells this tale in detail.

Beach Resort boasts

program, which is led by a local

The story starts with the

guide dressed in a traditional

Nelubulanin ceremony, also called

Balinese costume. But before the tour

Tigang Sasih, a sacred ritual that

starts, guests need to exchange their

takes place when a person is just

clothes for the traditional Balinese

three months old and is ready to be

outﬁts that are provided by the hotel.

introduced to the world. Moving on

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FIRST PAGE BOTTOM PHOTO COURTESY OF SOFITEL BALI NUSA DUA BEACH RESORT, ALL OTHERS BY RISTY NURRAISA

which means it is time for one to go

carving of a Balinese wedding. In the

necessarily need to excel in origami

Balinese tradition a married couple

to make a canang as it is pretty

is expected to be actively involved

simple if one follows the steps – and

in the village life that is managed by

of course, patience is required.

the Banjar Adat. They also need to

When the coconut-leaf plate is ready

participate in other ceremonies like

it is then ﬁlled with ﬁve colored

the odalan (temple anniversaries)

petals, each one representing

and Nyepi (the Day of Silence).

the Hindu gods, and is placed

“The Balinese Circle of Life” ends

accordingly to the cardinal points

with a carving depicting Ngaben, a

governed by those gods; north, east,

cremation ritual to send the dead on

south, west and center.

to the next life. In the ceremony, a

Once the canangs are ready, the

priest will offer some prayers and the

ambiance of the temple feels more

ritual ends with the family members

sacred as guests are invited to join

releasing the ashes of the deceased

the priest in praying in accordance

into the sea – this ritual is believed to

to the Balinese ritual that is done

cleanse the soul of the dead.

in ﬁve steps. First, guests need to

forget to snap some photos to

press their palms together without

capture this special experience. But

foreheads as a symbol of gratitude. Before leaving the temple, don’t

GETTING CRAFTY

this is not the end of the “Balinese

Once the story of “The Balinese

Culture Experience” as guests are

Circle of Life” ends, the tour guide

then escorted to the Beach Bar &

will take guests to the hotel’s temple

Grill, one of the hotel’s food joints,

as there another cultural experience

to indulge in a Balinese rijstaffel

awaits. At the temple a priest will

that will delight one’s palate with

welcome the participants along with

a delectable Balinese seafood

a set of tables and chairs and a

barbeque complete with six types of

number of other staff who are also

different sambal (chili). The set menu

dressed in kamen. The visit to the

truly highlights the authentic ﬂavor of

temple is for a prayer session, but

Balinese cuisine and it is even more

just before that, guests are invited

delightful with the view of the ocean

to get crafty by making their own

as the Beach Bar & Grill is nestled by the beach. n

canangsari, a Balinese offering that is also called canang, with the help

any ﬂowers on their ﬁngertips. Then

of the staff and the priest.

the priest will lead in directing the

By Risty Nurraisa

prayers towards Sanghyang Surya,

Soﬁtel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort

are young and mature coconut

the sun god, using white petaled

BTDC Lot N-5, Nusa Dua

leaves and colorful tropical ﬂowers

ﬂowers. The third prayer is sent to

(0361) 849-2888

like the beautiful bright orange

the gods and deities of the temple,

www.soﬁtel-bali-nusadua.com

frangipani. The coconut leaves are

followed by the fourth prayer to ask

used as the base of the canang – the

for blessings using a mix of colorful

participants have to craft them into

ﬂowers. And ﬁnally the last prayer

either a square-, triangle- or round-

is done with empty palms, and ends

shaped plate to place in the other

with the priest splashing holy water

items. Please note that one doesn’t

and placing holy rice on the guests’

The basic materials for a canang

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The Balinese Cultural Experience is available at Rp. 500,000++/ couple and is inclusive of traditional costumes for rent and a Balinese rijstaffel.

LIFESTYLE&LEISURE

SUMMER SOIREE!

SUNDAY JAZZY MOOD

THIS AUGUST, NUMEROUS FESTIVALS AND EVENTS THAT BLEND MUSIC WITH BALINESE CULTURE AND TROPICAL VIBES ARE GOING TO MAKE THIS ISLAND EVEN MORE ALIVE. HERE ARE EIGHT OF THEM THAT YOU SHOULD NOT MISS.

This jazz session is presented by Bridges Bali Restaurant in Ubud. Sunday Jazz is a part of the Ubud Village Jazz Festival that will be held as a warm-up before the actual festival. This pre-festival will have you dancing along with the East-West European Jazz Ensemble that features pianist Gregory Gaynair and Dian Pratiwi’s magical voice. On August 7 the performance will take over Bridges’ riverside dining room where guests will also be indulged by some mouthwatering dishes courtesy of the restaurant’s chef, as well as selections of wine and cocktails from the DIVINE bar. From 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. guests can experience the jazz performance with a minimum spend of Rp. 95,000 ++. www.bridgesbali.com

By Suhartina Sindukusumo

MIAMI IN BALI Miami or Bali? No need to choose as this August Nikki Beach Bali brings you events that are inspired by those two areas! On August 7, the “Welcome to Miami Amazing Sundays Brunch” will ﬁll the beach club with a glorious brunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. accompanied by Miami-inspired music that will entertain guests until evening. On August 14, the “Tropicana Club” event will start in the morning and guests are expected to put on their swimsuits and sunglasses as the party will be loaded with water toys, beach balls, pink ﬂamingos, and of course, summer cocktails! To top off the month, the beach club presents “Champagne Campaign Amazing Sundays Brunch” to celebrate Nikki Beach around the world on August 28. Be ready to quench your thirst with an extensive list of champagne including Ace of Spades, Cristal Roederer Vintage and Taittinger. www.nikkibeach.com 24

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PARTY ALL WEEK Happy Hour every day? Only at Old Man’s! From 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Sundays, Old Man’s offers a buy-one-get-one treat on all alcoholic beverages during the whole month of August. Wednesdays will be more fun with the “International Beer Pong” and “Dirty Ol’ Wednesday” party, while Thursdays are made merrier with music by DJs and an acoustic performance by Sashi Gandarum. This beachfront bar in Canggu also showcases live bands on Fridays such as The Hydrant, Aray Daulay, and many more. On August 7, Old Man’s is collaborating with Shhh! Secret Bali Sunday where international DJs will play their music, while on August 21, the “Safari Tropical” event will turn Old Man’s into a jungle with live percussion, DJs, wild animals, a tropical food barbecue and a pop-up tropical sangria bar. All these events will lead to the peak of the summer party with the Old Man’s Market, where there will be 150 stalls of food, art, retro and designer goodies on August 27! www.facebook.com/ oldmansbali

Indra Lesmana at Ubud Village Jazz Festival

JAZZ VILLAGE It’s all about jazz! Yes, we’re talking about the annual Ubud Village Jazz Festival that gathers only notable local and international jazz musicians, ranging from new artists to legends, and talented jazz student groups from around the world. On August 12 and 13 a number of Indonesian jazz musicians will take the stage such as Jeffrey Tahalele, Oele Pattiselano, Margie Segers, and Glen Dauna, who will perform together with his sons as The Daunas. From other parts of the world come Reuben Rogers and Peter Bernstein, espected jazz bassist and guitarist who will perform as a duo, while the LOUIS! Project from the Netherlands will perform Louis Armstrong’s songs and ﬁll the air with the legend’s inﬂuence. The festival will be held at the ARMA Museum and Resort with the theme “Embracing Uniqueness and Tolerance”. Admission starts from Rp. 300,000 nett. www.ubudvillagejazzfestival.com

COLORFUL RAIN

The interior of ZJ’s Bar & Lounge.

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On August 13, ZJ’s Bar & Lounge at The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali will be hot, hot, hot with a musical night titled “Purple Rain,” where Jermaine Paul is going to ﬁll the place with some all-time classic songs, including a song that combines rock, R&B, gospel, and orchestra that was created in 1984. Yes, he is going to sing “Purple Rain” from the legendary Prince! Without a doubt, this is the place to be to get nostalgic and dance to the song that was once rated on the Top 100 Billboard. Don’t forget to dress in purple and reserve your spot now. www.themulia.com/zjs-bar-lounge-bali

SUNNY BALI Following its success over the past two years, the Sunny Side Up Tropical Festival is back! Brought to the island by PTT Family and Ismaya Live, this two-day festival will take place at the Potato Head Beach Club Bali on August 13 and 14. This annual festival will have a full line-up ranging from DJs to live acts – some of the big names are Disclosure, Mark Ronson, Breakbot, Hermitude and Blonde. The Sunny Side Up Festival is even more special because not only does it focus on bringing the world’s best-known live music, it also embraces the tropical vibe of Seminyak. The stage and bars are made out of locally sourced and eco-friendly materials, and local communities are also involved during the whole event. Tickets start from Rp. 900,000 nett. www.sunnysideupfest.com

Balinese rituals and culture spotted at Kampoeng Bali at RIMBA Jimbaran Bali.

FULL MOON FEAST Full Moon is celebrated every month in Bali, and Kampoeng Bali at RIMBA Jimbaran Bali by AYANA has its own way to mark this special night. On August 19, Kampoeng Bali will present a “Full Moon Party”, which is complete with a sunset ceremony, an authentic cultural performance, and some Balinese classic recipes in their buffet dinner. Another Balinese dining experience is also waiting at Orchid, also at RIMBA Jimbaran Bali by AYANA. For the whole month of August, Orchid is offering a “Megibung Table” that will indulge guests with Megibung, a festive feast in Bali that involves local food served on banana leaves, enjoyed together by eating with your hands. The Megibung Table is truly authentic, as guests will get sarongs, sashes and male headdress to wear and be entertained by a Balinese cooking performance prior to mealtime. There will also be Balinese traditional music called rindik to accompany the dining experience. The “Megibung Table” is available at Rp. 850,000++/adult and Rp. 425,000++/child. www.rimbajimbaran.com

Another jazz festival will be held toward the end of August, but this one comes with a market and is located by the sea! Yes, it’s none other than the Jazz Market by the Sea, which returns for its sixth year. Held at Taman Bhagawan in Tajung Benoa from August 19 to 21, this year’s Jazz Market by the Sea will showcase a number of remarkable artists like KLA Project, White Shoes and The Couples Company, Erik Sondhy, Lisa Soul and many more. Numerous food and market stalls will showcase local arts and crafts, and tickets to the three-day festival are priced at Rp. 250,000 nett, and daily tickets are also available. www.jazz-market.com

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ALL COURTESY PHOTOS

JAZZ ONCE MORE

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DINE&DELIGHTS

STEAK NIGHT

INDULGING IN THE BEST CUT OF BEEF FOLLOWED BY A FIERY DRINK TO TOP OFF THE DINING EXPERIENCE AT FIRE…

ire at W Retreat & Spa

the more reason to visit Fire as the

Bali – Seminyak is not a

restaurant is offering up a new menu

new player on the culinary

for lunch and dinner – the latter

scene in Seminyak, yet this

offers selections of the best cuts of

restaurant still surprises

beef on the island for everyone like

guests with its innovation. The

me who loves perfectly cooked steak.

concept of Fire is much inspired by the Kecak Dance, which is

FRESH START

represented in its design as the

On the night I visited Fire with some

restaurant is decorated with a

friends I couldn’t wait to see the

Venetian glass ‘ﬁre’ chandelier and

new dishes that the restaurant had

is set with an open kitchen where

in store. Prior to dinner my palate

guests can see the stove and grill

was warmed up ﬁrst with an LOL,

ﬁred up. And now, guests have all

a refreshing drink made with lime,

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orange, lychee and lemonade. However, for those who are up for an alcoholic drink, The Spice & Chili Margarita will surely kick the night off with its chipotle washed tequila, spiced homemade syrup and freshly pressed citrus served with a chilisalted rim. The drinks are even more delish when paired with some appetizers. The Steamed Clams & Mussels is one of the best to start with as it

A selection of beef cuts at Fire

consists of grilled bread, roasted cherry tomatoes and oregano and

Steamed Foie Gras Chawan Mushi.

(fat) – steak marbling is divided into

a white wine garlic broth. Other

Chawan Mushi is a soft Japanese

several levels, the higher the level

stars of the appetizer menu are the

custard that melts in one’s mouth

the more marbling the meat has,

Sweet Corn & Blue Crab Tortellini

with its savory ﬂavor, and Fire takes

which means the juicier the steak is.

with tarragon butter and the Smoked

it to another level by combining it

Fire has beef with 5+, 7+ and 9+

Duck & Medjool Date Salad – the

with foie gras, blue crab, dashi,

marbling, and guests can choose

latter is my favorite as it combines

shimeji mushrooms, edamame

which one they like the most. “But

juicy duck meat with the tangy ﬂavor

and spring onion. This dish is an

for those who don’t like fat, they

of Medjool dates.

excellent choice for starting your

can opt for the tenderloin,” the beef

dining experience at Fire.

sommelier continued. “Tenderloin

Alongside the new menu the

has less fat yet is still tender. We

classics are still up for offer however. And I was pretty glad to hear this,

FROM THE GRILL

have striploin that is a little bit fatty

as I couldn’t get enough of their

Once the appetizers were done,

on the side and also a cube roll from

it was time to indulge in the steak.

the ribs that has most fat.”

Fire offers a different kind of grill

Steamed Clam & Mussels

Most of the beef is imported from

experience as the restaurant has a

Australia, but Fire also has choices

beef sommelier that will explain the

from Holland and Ireland. However,

differences in the meat to the guests.

the best of them all is actually the

“We have a lot of cuts and some are

Kiwami 9+ Wagyu Pure Bred Beef

premium,” said the beef sommelier

Striploin, an Australian premium

while showing a board full of beef

beef. “This is the best since it is

cuts to my table. “For instance

cut from the best part of the beef,

we have Kimberly Red Grass-100

selected personally by the butcher.

Days, which means 100 days prior

And the beef is fed with grain for

to butchering, the beef is fed with

400 days prior to butchering. It has

grass only.”

a 9+ marble score which makes

The beef sommelier also gave us a detailed explanation on marbling

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it melt in your mouth,” said the beef sommelier.

the house, the Pod 64% Chocolate Melting Sphere. I was really excited ordered it medium. And the beef sommelier was

when the waiter put a plate with a red colored ball in it on my table, believing another show was about

right. The Kiwami just melted in my

to begin. And my feeling was right.

Th mouth when I took the ﬁrst bite. The

The waiter poured warm chocolate

steak was even more perfect when

all over the ball until the top of the

dinner with a couple of friends in

combined with the sauces – Fire

ball cracked open and revealed

order to taste a little bit of this and

has a choice of sauces to go with

that, like I did during my visit to

the meat: Café de Paris butter,

Fire. I shared the dinner with two

Béarnaise, Porcini Mushroom, Salsa

friends, and each of us ordered a

Verde and more. My favorite is the

different cut of beef – we opted for

ﬁrst because I think the combination

the Stockyard Black Angus Grain-

of butter and garlic enhances the

Fed 200+ Days, the Jon Stones 45

ﬂavor of the meat without ‘stealing

Days Dry Aged Irish Beef, and of

the spotlight’.

it is best to enjoy this

course the Kiwami. After waiting

Of course to balance the meat it

for a bit, our steaks were ready. To

is better to have some vegetables

my surprise the steaks were served

on the side, like ﬂash fried bok

in a big wok, already sliced nicely

choy and honey glazed roasted

and come with crispy potato fries,

organic carrots. The Fire Ritual cocktail

caramelized onions and mushrooms. The meat was all perfectly

HEATING UP

cooked, being pink in the middle

As usual, there’s always room for

and fully seared on the outside as we

dessert. But just before the night

the ‘treasure’ hidden inside: white

ended with a sweet delight, one

chocolate mousse, passion fruit jelly,

of the staff came to our table and

and lemon popping candy almond

crafted the Fire Ritual, a drink made

streusel. And of course, the taste

of whiskey infused with some fruit.

was just mind-blowing. The heavenly

The making of this drink was quite

ﬂavor of the rich dark chocolate

a ﬂambé show as the staff heated

was thoughtfully balanced with the

the whiskey with ﬁre and infused it

delicate mousse and crunchy texture

with orange peel, pineapple and

of the candy. n

tamarillo, which added a fruity

By Risty Nurraisa

aroma and a strong orange ﬂavor

The Pod 64% Chocolate Melting Sphere

to the drink. This drink is not just

Fire

good to warm up one’s body but

W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak

also good for digestion and to help

Jalan Petitenget, Kerobokan,

neutralize the steak.

Seminyak, (0361) 3000-106

And then came one last star of

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www.wretreatbali.com

PHOTOS COURTESY OF W RETREAT & SPA BALI - SEMINYAK

A little tip;

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

The competitors came from nine to 12 different countries and it was divided into 16-and-under and 18-and-under divisions. After I joined a number of competitions like this, I said to myself that I wanted to do this for a living. I wanted to be a professional surfer who traveled the world to surf. BB: And around 20 years later, have you become what you dreamt of? RT: Yes, I believe so. I did travel the world. And it hasn’t been only for surﬁng, but also for making ﬁlms and doing photoshoots for magazines.

SURFING FOR LIFE FOR MORE THAN 25 YEARS NOW, HE HAS STARTED MOST OF HIS DAYS BY GRABBING A SURFBOARD AND CATCHING SOME WAVES. RIZAL TANDJUNG SPEAKS ABOUT HIS JOURNEY TO BECOMING AN INTERNATIONAL SURFER.

farthest places I’ve gone for surﬁng. I once traveled for four years to surf and compete, and by now I have quite enough traveling and am happy with all my experiences. Now it is time to focus on my family, as I want to be a good father for my children. My children are now following my path, especially Varun

e is no stranger in

beach, including me and my ﬁve

the oldest one. I want to focus on

the surﬁng world.

brothers. One ﬁne day one of my

building his foundation so he knows

He caught his ﬁrst

brothers taught me how to surf, and

what he has to do and chooses

wave when he was

since that ﬁrst time my feet landed

the right way if he decides to be a

eight and by the age

on a surfboard, I was hooked!

professional surfer.

of 15 he had won the 16-and-under

I’ve also been producing Bali-

World Grommet Championship at

BB: When did you decide to be a

made surﬁng merchandise and

Kuta Beach. From there he continued

professional surfer?

clothing since I was 19, and until now

winning global and national surﬁng

RT: I was in my early teens when

the brands still exist. I was inspired by

competitions including the Indonesia

I ﬁrst joined both national and

the surf shops I saw around the world

Surﬁng Championships. Here, Rizal

international competitions. But before

and thought I should open one in my

Tandjung (RT) shares his surﬁng

that I joined local competitions

hometown. When I was 17 I was

odyssey with Bali & Beyond (BB).

between surf shops and was up

sponsored by Quiksilver and other

against Balinese and Japanese

brands, and since then I began to

BB: How did you start surﬁng?

participants in Bali. After I won those

understand the good quality of clothes

RT: I started back in the early 80’s,

competitions I then began to join

and the latest trend in design too.

when Bali was still green, lush and

the more challenging ones, like the

A friend of mine, Bob Hurley, also

not crowded. Every day, people

World Junior Surﬁng Championships

started a brand called Hurley and

would go nowhere else but the

and the World Grommet Contest.

he asked me to be the international

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PHOTOS BY RANGGA RISTO

Brazil and Africa are among the

rider of the brand. After three years

the beach or surf lessons in many

BB: What’s in the future?

he asked me to run Hurley Indonesia.

beautiful surf spots in Indonesia –

RT: Surf, sit, relax, lay on the beach

I think it’s quite an achievement in

they will surely need manpower to

and surf again. It’s a lifestyle that

my surﬁng career. But now I am

work there. If only the government

should be nurtured. I have built a

no longer the director of Hurley

would support the infrastructure to

surﬁng retreat called Desa Limasan

Indonesia because I want to focus

access many of best surﬁng spots in

in Watu Karung Beach in Pacitan,

to my family more, but I’m still their

Indonesia, I think surﬁng could be

East Java. It is a retreat for people

ambassador and business consultant.

the medium to promote Indonesia

who would like to disconnect with

more and, of course, help reduce the

city life. It is a sleepy ﬁshermen’s

number of unemployed.

village where we can surf or just

BB: Are you still surﬁng now? RT: OF COURSE. I will only stop surﬁng when I die.

swim in the sea, stand-up paddle BB: Where’s your favorite spot to

in the river, lay on the white sand

surf in Bali?

beach, go ﬁshing and eat fresh

BB: What do you think about surﬁng

RT: Padang-Padang Beach, because

seafood. All the houses are limasan

as a sport in Indonesia?

the wave is very special. I like it

houses, traditional Javanese-style

RT: Surﬁng is still a young sport in

because it has a surf break that

houses. The waves, the vibe and the

Indonesia. The government hasn’t

resembles the Pipeline reef break in

people are perfect. I hope visitors

fully seen the potential of this

Hawaii, and the fact that we have to

will bring positivity to the village

sport. But in my opinion, surﬁng

pass rocks and reef before we reach

and hopefully they are inspired to

has the potential to open new

the white sand beach. Although the

surf more and make Indonesia more

job opportunities for Indonesians.

beach is now packed, it is still at the

renowned in the world! n

From eateries to surf shops around

top of my list for surﬁng.

By Suhartina Sindukusumo

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PETITE ADORABLE STORE OFFERING HOME LIVING PRODUCTS AND MORE...

Annette Ratman, one of the owners of Triette.

reat minds think alike – this statement

about their secrett

doesn’t only apply to a team of

ette in making the Triette

scientists, but also nicely suits two

Store successful. “We

happy housewives who tossed their

live in a gorgeouss

ideas together into an adorable little

lture is country where culture

store. They are Annette Ratman, a former advertising

ry corner. embodied in every

woman whose passion is to explore the world with her

hy don’t we So we thought why

family, and Trini Tambu, a gemstone enthusiast. They

e and diverse put all this unique

crossed paths and then merged their creative minds into

culture into one place and mix

one melting pot in Batu Belig called the Triette Store.

them with upright designs? By doing that, we hope we

Named after the founders’ abbreviated names, Tri and

can make them more attractive and keep them lasting

Nette, their Triette Store offers knick-knacks that make

throughout time,” said Annette.

the store look more like a gift shop where people won’t leave without having something in their hands.

So then, what’s the other thirty percent? Since the ladies are friends with other inspirational businessmen

Seventy percent of the products are designed by

and women, the store also includes similar products from

Annette and Trini, such as cushion and bed sheets, table

Tan Living and kids pajamas and clothes from Em & Lu.

and bed runners, bamboo straws, wooden kitchenware,

There are also wooden posters, coasters and keychains

design-oriented stationaries and jewelry – all made in

from Pakis Merah. So, if you are a fan of home living,

Indonesia using locally sourced materials. The owners’

upcycled products, and local handmade items, Triette

inspiration is derived from the Indonesian archipelago,

Store is the perfect option for a visit during your holiday

which Annette speciﬁcally emphasized when asked

in Bali or simply for window-shopping. This store will not let you down for sure. Instead, your creative mind will ﬂow and at the same time you will appreciate Indonesian products more. Oh, and did I mention that the prices start from Rp. 15,000? n By Suhartina Sindukusumo Triette Store Jalan Batu Belig No. 88, Seminyak 0896-6953-5729 Instagram: @triettestores

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PHOTOS BY SUHARTINA SINDUKUSUMO

SHOPPINGSPREE

THOSE CHARMING LADIES

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INVITE&INDULGE

A MAN’S SPACE A BARBERSHOP COMPLETE WITH A CAFÉ AND MENSWEAR RETAIL, SHEARLOCK IS SET TO BRING FUN AND FUNCTION TOGETHER IN AN ENGAGING YET DOWN-TO-EARTH SPACE.

cutting patterns that the customer can choose from. But Shearlock offers a different experience, as the barber explained in detail about the best hairstyle that ﬁt my look before giving me a personalized haircut. I didn’t expect such a service from a barbershop to be honest, and this

estled in

this barbershop was way above

showed their expertise that made

Petitenget,

professional. I had had my hair cut

me sure that I was in good hands.

Shearlock

at a number of barbershops in Bali,

After the haircut the barber washed

provides a space

and most of them have their own

my hair and taught me how to style

interior is designed in an industrial style, adorned with handcrafted details that bring soul to the place. The ﬁrst time I went to Shearlock I felt like I was in a different zone. I thought to myself, “Finally there is a place in Bali for a gentleman to have some ‘me time’.” I had decided to have my hair cut and to spend some quality time with myself, and to my surprise

Shearlock is complete with a cafe for hanging out.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF SHEARLOCK – BARBER, SHOP, COFFEE

for gentlemen

that matches their modern life. The

it. Aside from haircuts, Shearlock

in Indonesia are what’s on offer.

brought them the idea of creating

is also best known for their classic

Collaborating with Tehnik Clothing,

a special space for men, which

wet shaving that brings men to a

Shearlock has its own retail line

is a bit lacking in Bali. Shearlock

joyful time traveling to the old days.

called Shearlock by Tehnik Clothing.

is the perfect place for a men’s

Need more pampering? Opt for the

Their collection features quality tees

getaway, be it for pampering in

head massage treatment for a totally

and caps with additional pieces

their barbershop or working outside

relaxing time.

including shirts, pants and leather

the ofﬁce at their café. The interior

goods. So I couldn’t help buying an

design, the barber service, the food,

CHILLIN’ WITH COFFEE

excellent quality leather bag and a

the drinks and the music are all

After having a haircut I decided

couple of shirts.

integrated well, creating a manhood

to spend some time at their

The clock was ticking and I didn’t

café, which to me is a manhood

realize that it was 8 p.m. already.

sanctuary. Offering a genuine

It was time for the café to close,

experience that every gentleman should cherish. And I believe the ladies will also

coffee experience, this café features specialty coffee from Jakarta-based roaster The Caffeine Dispensary. This café is created as a cozy space for guests to indulge in an honestly good cup of coffee, complemented by a simple and delicious menu and good reads from a selection of magazines and periodicals. I ordered one of their best coffees, The Cold Brew, which needs 12 hours to prepare – and it tasted fantastic! I loved it with ice blocks only, but for those who like a sweet

Having a cut or trim accompanied by a cup of coffee, anyone?

and creamy drink, just add some sugar and milk to it. Their Mocha Freeze is also an excellent choice. I

so I spent the rest of the night at

love the café and the bar, as these

personally think that Shearlock really

their bar, which is located on the

are set up with a warm ambiance.

embraces Indonesian coffee beans

second ﬂoor. The bar serves a wide

The cafe is open daily from 8 a.m. to

the most and manages to turn them

selection of cocktails and is truly a

8 p.m. while the barbershop is open

into tasteful beverages.

great spot for chatting with friends

from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The bar opens

over a casual drink or two.

at 8 p.m. and closes at 1 a.m. n

As I enjoyed sipping my coffee my eyes couldn’t stop staring at

By Bayu Rahanatha

Shearlock was born from an

their menswear collection, hanging

Indonesian and Singaporean

on a compact retail space inside

couple, and clearly they are

Shearlock – Barber, Shop, Coffee

the coffee shop. Quality boutique

passionate about food and

Jalan Petitenget No. 17C, Kerobokan

menswear and accessories focusing

coffee, which is reﬂected in this

0811-386-5869

on unique limited products made

lifestyle space. Their passion also

www.experienceshearlock.com

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Hundreds of vinyl re cords, CD as band Ts and cass shirts, be ettes as w it from old ell musicians, school or can be fo the newest u n d at Rewind Canggu. Legendary Records B ali in albums th anymore at are not are also a produced vailable fo r purchase here!

rb, St. Ali has ďŹ nally Originally from a Melbourne subu budi Two building, Setia the in ted Loca rta. arrived in Jaka their piping hot house this coffee shop is ready to serve g brunch menu. fortin com blend coffee as well as their

The opening party of the Katamama hotel wa s really attractive, with booths showcasing the makin g of handcrafted materials that give a unique loo k to the resort, one of them being the hand-pressed Balinese bricks for the walls. The resort also collaborated with Tjok Ag ung Indigo and Tarum for the textile s, Gaya and Jenggala for the ceramics, and more. 38

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SIGHTS&SOUNDS S

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

Gathering numerous street art artists from Indonesia and across Asia, the ﬁrst Tropica Festival was just held in Bali last July. Kicking off at Playground Canggu, more than 10 artists created murals around the Canggu neighborhood including abandoned buildings and walls, among them Indonesian mural artists Tuyuloveme and Darbotz. This event was made merrier by the performances of local DJs including Juik Cobra from Rombong Reggae Bali.

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REST&RELAXATION

A UNIQUE STAY FOUR HOTELS IN BALI WITH MODERN ART AND THEMED DESIGN THAT WILL MAKE YOUR STAY EVEN MORE FUN… By Risty Nurraisa

f you’re looking for a hotel with

wall that says, “Warning! You’re on

Suite, and the design of each suite

a unique concept that will make

your way to be a star” welcomes

is in line with the theme of the ﬂoor.

your holiday more fun, you

guests at the lobby while another

For instance, the theme of the ﬁrst

don’t need to worry as we have

wall is turned into an eye-catching

ﬂoor is movies, and so the Themed

compiled list of four hotels with

background for guests to take a

Suite on that ﬂoor is decorated

distinctive designs just for you. Some

photo in front of and post it on social

with everything related to movies,

of them embrace modern art while

media.

including a part of a scenario written

others have distinctive themes, but they’re all worth checking out.

More fun ambiance is found in

on the frosted glass wall separating

the rooms. Berry Glee has four types

the bathtub and the shower in the

of rooms, divided into Superior,

bathroom. The other two themes are

A GLEEFUL STAY

Deluxe, Family Room and Themed

music and wonderland – the latter is

Located in Kuta, Berry Glee – which

Suite – of course, the latter is the

perfect for those with children as it

just opened earlier this year – has an

most attractive. The hotel has three

has a tipi tent for them to play in.

uplifting ambiance for young hearts.

levels, and each has its own theme.

The colorful writing on the entrance

Each level also has one Themed

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Another favorite room type is the Family Room, which is set in three

different themes – sports, sailor and dollhouse. These rooms have either two queen-sized beds or a king-sized and a bunk bed, convenient for a group of four. If you have daughters who like to play with dolls, of course the dollhouse is the perfect choice, as it looks adorable with its pink shade. Berry Glee maybe compact but the facilities are complete. This hotel has a swimming pool, a kid’s pool,

All-day dining ROCA at ARTOTEL Sanur with artsy ceiling.

a kids club, a meeting room and a game room. Keller’s, the food joint in the hotel, serves up some

traditional Balinese that is derived

delectable dishes.

from the Balinese kite, one of the traditions in Sanur.

Berry Glee

Just like its sister property in

Jalan Raya Kuta No. 139, Kuta

Jakarta, ARTOTEL Sanur is also

(0361) 760-008

unique with murals on its walls and

www.berrygleehotel.com

ﬂoors, which have been created by Bali-based artists Kemal Ezedine,

ART WORLD

Ines Katamso, Natisa Jones, Pintor

artists, aiming to support the talent

For those who appreciate art in all

Sirait and I Made Wiguna Valasara.

on the island. The exhibition rotates

its forms, the ARTOTEL Sanur is the

This hotel even has its own signature

every two months.

place to stay. Nestled in tranquil

gallery called ARTSPACE. Located

Sanur, this new hotel adds a lively

on the ground ﬂoor near the lobby

rooms in three different types; Studio

ambiance to the area with its design

and on the upper ﬂoor, ARTSPACE 1

30, Studio 40 and Studio 55. Each

that blends contemporary style with

and 2 display artwork by Bali-based

one is designed with touches of

ARTOTEL Sanur has 89 spacious

modern art and is completed with top-notch facilities like the Dolce Gusto coffee machine. This hotel also offers the all-day dining ROCA, which has an Indonesian and a Western menu as well as a rooftop swimming pool and the upcoming BART (Bar at the Rooftop). ARTOTEL Sanur Jalan Kusuma Sari No. 1, Sanur (0361) 472-1000

The spacious room of ARTOTEL Sanur.

www.artotelindonesia.com

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DASHING SEMINYAK

Dash Two. Passing the rooms is

through the night. The super king

Retro design with eye-catching

an experience on its own, as the

bed in the Dash Deluxe is even

details on the walls is what

alleys are made of red brick walls

more luxurious as it is made of solid

welcomes guests to the Dash Hotel

with touches of pop art and the

wood from a Javanese Joglo. As

Seminyak, Bali. A big red abacus

room doors are painted with a

for families or a group of friends,

decorates the reception area, while

colorful palette. Each of the rooms

staying in a Dash Two room is the

a bunch of bike tires adorns one of

is designed in retro style and with

best because it is set apartment style

the walls. Walking further into the

grafﬁti, while the bathroom is set

with two bedrooms.

hotel, the swimming pool with red

with industrial style, adding a young

walls lies in the middle of the hotel

and contemporary touch to the hotel.

this hotel is located in the heart of

with the big Red Bunny, the icon of

The beds have 400 thread-count

Seminyak where popular places like

the hotel, sitting upside down at the

cotton linen sheets on the beds

the Potato Head Beach Club Bali,

end of it near the elevator where

that will make guests sleep well all

Seminyak Square and Ku De Ta are

Embracing the urban lifestyle,

the walls look festive with grafﬁti.

just a stone’s throw away. Dash also

Clearly the design of Dash gives it a

boasts the Mya Bar & Restaurant

very lively vibe.

that offers delectable dishes and

Dash has three types of rooms;

a rooftop bar called The Shack,

Dash Studio, Dash Deluxe and

where guests can sunbath while indulging in cocktails and enjoying Seminyak’s skyline. Dash Hotel Seminyak, Bali Jalan Petitenget, Kerobokan, Seminyak (0361) 300-4666 www.dash-hotels.com

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Clockwise from above left: Dash Studio, one of the hotel’s room categories; Mya Bar & Restaurant; Sunset at The Shack, the rooftop bar.

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FUN THEMES Only 15 minutes away from the Ngurah Rai International Airport, The Rhadana Kuta, Bali, is a themed

A sport-themed room at The Rhadana Kuta is decorated with a hanging bicycle.

boutique hotel with 74 rooms designed in six different themes; Music, Aviation, Hobby, Romance,

tourist destinations in Indonesia such

prayer rugs. The hotel’s food joint

Bicycle, and Destination. These

as Lake Toba in Sumatra and Raja

named Café de Dapoer is set in

selections give guests the chance to

Ampat in Papua. The romantic room

an eclectic vintage style, offering

choose their favorite theme so they

is surely perfect for the lovebirds,

delectable halal food derived from

can rest well in a room decorated

while the Bicycle-themed is perfect

traditional family recipes such as

with their favorite stuff.

for sport enthusiasts.

oxtail soup, Ayam Goreng Mamie

Take a look at the music-themed

Not only that, The Rhadana Kuta

and Pisang Goreng Abang. This

room, for instance. The Rhadana

is also decorated with the owner’s

hotel is completed by a romantic

Kuta has several rooms displaying

private vintage collection, giving

Thoba swimming pool, a musholla

faces of world-renowned musicians

the hotel a semi-museum touch.

and a gym. n

like Bob Marley, The Beatles, and

The Rhadana Kuta is also the ﬁrst

Carlos Santana so guests get to

modern Muslim-friendly hotel in

The Rhadana Kuta, Bali

spend a night ‘surrounded’ by their

Bali, and provides prayer kits that

Jalan Raya Kuta No. 88R, Kuta

idols. Meanwhile, the destination-

including the Al-Qur’an in three

(0361) 755-264

themed rooms take guests to several

languages, mukena, sarongs and

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FOTOFOLIO

Uluwatu Fusion

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ABSTRACT What is photography and what is ‘art’? Truth to be told, there’s no need to debate this as long as the image creates a powerful emotional response in the mind of the viewer. The digital age has turned traditional photography on its head, blurring the boundaries between pure photography and ‘art’. Although Photoshop was ﬁrst released 26 years ago, it is only in the last few years that home computers have become powerful enough to fully exploit the creative universe that tools such as Photoshop can cheaply provide. And so, the age of ‘photographic abstractionism’ begins. The debate between photography and digital art is best addressed by looking at popular ‘photography’ websites. Two of the best for serious photography are www.1X.com and www.500px.com. Interestingly, both of these sites equally cover ‘digital art’ and traditional photography. So it doesn’t matter how an image is created. If it’s amazing, it will evoke an emotional response and that is the magic of a great photography and art! By Phil Green Photos by Phil Green (www.baliphotoblog.smugmug.com) BALI&BEYOND AUGUST 2016

Beauty Queen

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Balloon Man

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Dawn Dream

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Black Sand Dawn

Sabah High Tide

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RIDE YOUR SCOOTER TO ONE OF THE MOST HAPPENING SUBURBS ON THE ISLAND AND FIND NEW GEMS THAT ARE HIDDEN WITHIN… By Suhartina Sindukusumo

combined with cream cheese that is richly spread on the bagel. The other highlight is the Ricotta Pancake. When I nicked a bit of the strawberry coulis from Linnea’s plate, and spread it on a piece of bread, the fresh aroma and the gooey texture The minimalist design plus a cheery playlist equal a homey vibe at Fika.

of it was quite a winner, it made me think I should come back and order this later.

I was full, yet the homey he place where surfers,

but Linnea, the Swedish girl who

ambience of Fika won me over

laid-back lifestyle

opened the café with her two French

so I ordered a cappuccino from

worshippers, and

friends, wants Fika to be the place

the ‘Tales of Coffee’ list that was

kombucha drinkers hang

where everyone comes for some

written in the cupboard at one side

out – yes, I can hear you

warm homemade food and healthy

of the restaurant. The cappuccino

say, “Canggu!” Almost every month

beverages anytime of the day,

came in a big cup and contained

there are new spots opening in this

including at 7.30 in the morning.

two espresso shots of Aceh Gayo

hood, and here I have four of the baby-age eateries, from breakfast to

The menu is inspired by the

coffee from Tales of Coffee, a

Swedish habit of having seven kinds

new single origin coffee producer

dinner, for you to pick from during a

of cookies during ﬁka, therefore

that sources the beans from

day out in Canggu.

guests will ﬁnd seven kinds of sweet

around the archipelago. Its strong

and seven kinds of savory items on

taste completed my wake-up call

SWEDISH BREKKIE

the breakfast menu. Salmon Gravlax

experience at Fika.

Being the newest eating place in the

is in the spotlight from the savory list.

so-called hipster hub of Batu Bolong,

Served as a delicious salmon bagel,

Fika

Fika will make sure that everyone

this dish consists of gravlax, Swedish

Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong No. 94

starts their day off right. Fika is

salmon that is marinated with sugar,

Canggu

Swedish for ‘coffee or tea time’,

salt and dill for two days, and then

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LITTLELOVES

‘GU DAY OUT!

WORLDWIDE LUNCH

polenta beignet on one side as well

AFTERNOON COCKTAIL

as chimichurri dressing on the other

Afternoon came, and so it was time

Moroccan designer who created

side. Then the French Chicken Parfait

to hit Tusu for a cocktail. I personally

Balquisse Living, La Dunia’s

brought me further to the coastal

think that this bar is unique because

interior is a mix of upcycled and

it is not common to ﬁnd two

midcentury furniture. A barrel

Caribbean sisters opening up a

adorned with a cushion is turned

cocktail bar-cum-library in front of

into a stool, a former sailing boat is

the Canggu Club. The all-black walls

used as a table, and yet there is a

display hundreds of books, vinyl and

chandelier hanging on the ceiling

vintage posters, while the interior

for decoration – that’s what you will

is complete with Victorian-style

experience at La Dunia.

couches and vintage leather sofas. The structure of this café is designed by the beau who brought La Favela to the island, and that explains the warm yet glamorous design of Tusu. For my afternoon cocktail I opted for the most favorite drink at Tusu, the Coco Bling, which is a mix of vodka, coconut water, and sugar. From the ﬁrst sip I could taste the freshness of the cold young coconut – this beverage takes a simple

This photo: The upcycled design of La Dunia. Okra Rhapsody Curry, a vegetarian selection at La Dunia (above).

coconut drink to a whole new level. Another drink to try is the Caribbean Gal, with fresh melon-ﬂavored Midori combined with Amaretto

side of France with their parisien

Disaronno, lemon and pineapple.

means world in Indonesian, and La

baguette that is served next to a little

Topped with an orange peel,

Dunia is bringing food from all over

jar of chicken parfait.

And how about the food? Dunia

the world to the table, giving you

To complete the journey I traveled

the chance to taste delicacies from a

back to Asia with the Black Cod,

number of countries without having

which was so perfectly cooked that

to hop on a plane. Opening the

the ﬁsh just melted in my mouth.

menu, you feel as if you are traveling

Without a doubt La Dunia is a great

the world by reading the food

option for people whose palate is up

selection. For my lunch I ordered

for an adventure around the world.

the Poulp Fiction, a Mediterranean style pan-fried octopus that is served

La Dunia

on top of a bed of watercress and

Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong No. 69

wild rucola, then completed with a

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Coco Bling and Carribean Gal at Tusu.

Books, vinyls, and leather sofas are found at Tusu.

this drink has the strong yet fresh

DINNER WITH JACK

as miso soup. As for the Spicy Tuna,

aroma of orange.

Bringing an ex-chef from the upscale

it was the crispiest tuna I’ve ever had

and worldwide Nobu restaurant, One

and it was wrapped with crispy rice

the Gin it to Me, and with its crisp

Eyed Jack comes with an extensive

and smeared with eel sauce, then

mint, gin and lime it took me into

choice of tapas-size Japanese food as

sprinkled with sesame on top.

tipsy mode. And the cucumber on

well as sake and cocktail selections.

the rim of the glass made the gin

Coming inside, One Eyed Jack feels

joint without ordering some sashimi,

o’clock worth killing. To complement

like an izakaya (a Japanese term for

so I ordered the Red Snapper from

the drinks, don’t forget to try the Beef

a casual pub) where people come to

their Sashimi List. The snapper was

Empanadas, slow-cooked minced

drink sake over small dishes served in

peppered with serrano and smeared

beef covered in a fried pastry,

the middle.

with shisho sauce that gave it a

before you head off for dinner.

For starters I ordered Spicy Tuna

It’s not legit to go to a Japanese

sour sensation. Then to make this a

and the Miso Chicken from the Bites

proper dinner I ordered one more

Tusu

list. And to my surprise the latter

‘tapas’ from the Small Plates list.

Jalan Raya Pantai Berawa

came with cabbage cups. I did not

It was the Crispy Soft Shell Crab

Canggu

expect the chicken to be put in a

with a rich cilantro fragrance. This

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cabbage cup, completed with garlic,

dish has red onion and chili on top

mushroom, and sesame – and it

of the crab that gives a twist to the

gave the same sensation as eating a

Japanese ﬂavor with a Balinese

burrito. The chicken tasted sweet as it

sambal matah taste.

was cooked with the same seasoning

The dishes at One Eyed Jack are perfect when paired with Chuhai (Japanese fruit-ﬂavored alcohol drink). So I ordered one along with the chicken wing yakitori that was seasoned with seven kinds of ingredients for another light bite. Itadakimasu! n One Eyed Jack Jalan Raya Pantai Berawa No. C59

This photo: the casual dining experience at One Eyed Jack. The tapas-size Crispy Tuna (above right).

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PHOTOS OF ONE EYED JACK BY SUHARTINA SINDUKUSUMO, PHOTO ABOVE COURTESY OF TUSU.

Then for my second round I had

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

MAGNIFICENT MANGROVE FUN OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES ARE WAITING TO BE DISCOVERED ON LEMBONGAN ISLAND…

ying on the southeast part

though, as there might be a slight

INTO THE MANGROVES

of Bali across the Badung

difference in pricing for international

Many parts of the island have been

Strait, Lembongan Island is

and local tourists, but surely they will

explored, with a bunch of popular

one of Bali’s satellite islands

not be over your budget limit. So, hop

activity options like the reeling

blessed with abundant

on board that boat and let’s travel to

right-hander wave at Shipwreck,

Lembongan Island…

which is a challenge for surfers,

sunlight, powdery white sand and crystal clear waters with the aroma of dried seaweed filling the air. Over the years this small island has gained more popularity and has officially become another getaway option for tourists in Bali. Getting to Lembongan is pretty easy – you can just go to Sanur Beach and take a shuttle boat over to the island. These days there are plenty of shuttle boat operators to choose from, and most of them use fiberglass fast boats with 1,000 horsepower engines and are up to international safety standards. Beware

Paddling around the mangroves.

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Discover an underwater garden.

the heart-pumping parasailing thrill when being towed by a speedboat, or drift-diving at Blue Corner while encountering pelagic ﬁsh such as the mola-mola. The list goes on, yet there are still some undiscovered fun activities on the northern part of Lembongan, an area that is barely exposed by the limelight compared to the southern end like Jungut Batu Port or Dream Beach.

To explore this tidal forest you

INTO THE SEA

On the northern part of the

can either take the touristic option,

Once you go through the mangrove

island lies the pristine Mangrove

which is renting a boat that can ﬁt

forest, keep on paddling towards

Beach, which only takes a 10-minute

four to six passengers and have a

the open ocean and head to one of

scooter ride from Jungut Batu. The

local guide to push and direct the

those pontoons that provide small-

dense mangrove forest and open

boat with a bamboo pole, which

scale water attractions, like the sea

underwater coral gardens are the

will cost you around Rp. 200,000/

walker and banana boat. Simply tie

gems of the area. But don’t get

trip, or better yet take the more

your canoe to the ﬂoating rope that

intimidated by the imagery of “dense

challenging option which is renting

is usually marked with jerry cans and

mangrove forest” just yet, as this

a single or two-seat ﬁberglass

plunge into the crystal clear water.

forest has dozens of ‘alleyways’ with

canoe, then paddle through the

A little tip is that you can also rent

smooth rapids mostly at high tide

forest and work those back muscles

swim ﬁns, mask and a snorkel from

that allow you to paddle through

of yours that you barely know exist.

the vendors at the beach for just

and experience ﬁrsthand the lush

The second option gives you the

Rp.100,000/person.

tropical mangrove wildlife. So get

freedom to glide into some nooks

ready to meet more than 30 different

and crannies in the forest that cannot

offers you a one of a kind experience,

species of birds in this 230 hectares

be reached by a bigger boat. Some

especially with a mask and snorkel.

of mangrove, including the dive-

nooks might end in a dead end and

The best time to do this is during full

bombing Kingﬁshers with their bright

force you to back paddle, but that’s

tide since the ocean current is zero

metallic blue feathers.

part of the fun, isn’t it?

to none and the visibility can be up

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Swimming in the mangrove waters

With up to 50 meters visibility (or more), you can spot the corals and colored ﬁshes.

to 50 meters or more. You can see

by more than 150 ﬁsh. To make it

surrounded by hundreds of ﬁsh in

the coral, most are table shaped,

even more fun, don’t forget to stuff

their feeding frenzy mode. n

which provide shelter and food for all

some breadcrumbs into a bottle

By Gino Andrias

the small and vibrantly colored ﬁsh,

and bring it down with you, then

including parrotﬁsh and triggerﬁsh.

open it underwater and watch as

Then, tap into the ﬁsh feeding

the ﬁsh gather to eat. Make sure you have a friend ready to snap the

those sea walker operators, and

moment with a waterproof camera.

get ready to dive seven meters

I mean, you surely want to capture

deep to ﬁnd yourself surrounded

this special moment when you’re

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• If you arrive at Jungut Batu port, you can rent a scooter with prices ranging from Rp. 75,000 to Rp. 100,000/day. • Hydrate and rehydrate. Lembongan is notoriously hot. • Snorkeling gear, stand up paddles and canoes are available for rent at Lembongan Ocean Adventure (LOA). Call 0878-6277-2202 or 0812-3803-321. • Some restaurants at Mangrove Beach provide a decent lunch – LOA, Pesona Mangrove and NanoNano to name a few. • Go slow when riding a scooter, especially when you go to Mangrove Beach. The asphalt roads are literally beaten up. • Better to stay overnight in Lembongan for the ultimate adventure.

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attraction provided by one of

TIPS TO EXPLORING LEMBONGAN ISLAND:

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BEYONDBALI

A MELTING POT OFF TO BATAM TO DISCOVER HISTORICAL PLACES, BEAUTIFUL BEACHES, DELISH FOODS AND MORE…

he sun was coming down

witness the beautiful cityscape of our

Batam is only a short distance from

as if it was about to touch

neighboring country during sunset.

those neighboring countries, and

As a tourist destination Batam

that’s why traveling by boat is the

Batam, one of the city

is not too far behind Bali, Jakarta

most popular and effective way to

islands within the Riau

and Yogyakarta. With that in mind I

get to Batam.

Island group in Sumatra. From a

decided to travel to Batam a couple

seafood restaurant at Harbourbay’s

of months ago. And my expectations

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seaside in Batu Ampar, the silhouette

were met – Batam is full of foreign

This city is about a 45-minute boat

of the Marina Bay Sands and other

visitors, especially Singaporeans

ride from Singapore and less than

skyscrapers in Singapore paint the

and Malaysians going for a family

90 minutes from Malaysia. With

skyline. I believe Batam is the only

getaway during the holiday season.

such a high volume of trafﬁc from

city in Indonesia where one can

This is not a surprise, knowing that

and to those two countries, Batam

the surface of the sea in

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has several international seaports

CRUISE THE CITY

Galang, and it wasn’t just the

such as Harbourbay, Batam Centre,

The infrastructure in Batam is well

destination that I was excited

Sekupang and Nongsapura. These

developed as well, as the roads are

about but also the journey. On my

seaports are quite sophisticated

wide and nicely asphalted which

way there I crossed the Barelang

although during peak season there is

makes traveling so convenient. The

Bridge, Batam’s iconic landmark. I

a long queue for entering and exiting

downside of this city though, like

actually spotted this bridge from the

the immigration gates. And this is

many cities in Indonesia, is the

plane before I landed in Batam the

why Batam is known as a sea hub.

lack of adequate management of

day before, but it was a different

This city’s identity is even represented

landﬁlls. Litter is found on the side of

experience to see it from a closer

well by the Paciﬁc Place Hotel, which

the road as people cruise around the

look. I pulled over my rental car and

is built in a shape of a ship.

city. But aside from that, the roads

admired the bridge and the view

in Batam are almost empty as this

for a while. As I love photography,

to other cities in Indonesia, because

city has a small population and this

I decided to take some photos on

not only does it hold the status of

makes driving a car or riding a bike

my way back from Pulau Galang

a Free Trade Zone industrial city

very enjoyable.

as the lighting would be much more

Batam is quite unique compared

but also because this city allows

Following a recommendation from

beautiful in the afternoon or evening.

people to use three currencies;

a friend I visited Nagoya, where

Pulau Galang is an island that

Malaysian Ringgit, Singaporean

knock-offs from China are easy to

commemorates the Vietnam War. In

Dollar and Indonesian Rupiah – but

ﬁnd at a much cheaper price than

1979-1996, this island welcomed

for sure transactions in Rupiah are

the ones in Java. There is also a

around 250,000 South Vietnamese

encouraged by the government. I

mall where people can buy gadgets

who ﬂed the civil war. At that time

am not encouraging travelers to use

and photography equipment at

the Indonesian government worked

currencies other than Rupiah, but

reasonable prices although buyers

together with the United Nations

it is simply an interesting fact and

must be careful before purchasing

High Commissioner for Refugees

perhaps an alternative.

the goods as they do not come with

(UNHCR). On this island also stand

guarantees or at least rarely do.

the Nha Tho Duc Me Vo Nhiem

I myself experienced a moment when I ran out of Rupiah, but had a

The next day I drove to Pulau

Church, Quan Am Tu Vihara and

few Ringgits and Singaporean Dollars in my wallet. I ended up using these currencies for a shopping payment instead of taking some more Rupiah at a nearby ATM. The convenience of multi-currencies proves how Batam supports tourism demands. Of course the difference between Indonesian Rupiah and Singaporean Dollars is always favorable for the Singaporeans – it is a common sight to see Singaporeans leaving Batam with their hands of goods, including boxes of popular J.Co doughnuts!

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Barelang Bridge, Batam’s iconic landmark.

Some people hopping on a boat at Mega Wisata Ocarina, one of the tourist destinations in Batam.

other buildings that used to be a

they ﬂed from Vietnam during war.

small toothpick or a fork to consume

prison and a hospital.

Looking at the boat up close, I felt

the meat. It may be challenging

heartbroken as I couldn’t help but

at ﬁrst, but everything takes a little

buildings – except for the temple that

imagining what those people must

practice, right? Every seafood

is situated on the top of the hill – are

have been through. And so it is such

restaurant in town has gonggong in

not maintained very well as shrubs

a relief knowing that this island has

their menu so it’s pretty easy to ﬁnd.

and wild grass are now covering the

a handful of beaches. After visiting

Gonggong is so popular that there

grounds. But among all the historical

these historical places, I went straight

was a saying that a visit to Batam

places I found the ruins of a boat the

to one of those beaches to lift up my

would not be complete without

most attractive. This single boat was

mood by watching the sunset.

tasting some gonggong.

CULINARY SCENE

it was time for me to go home. But

After spending the day at Pulau

just before I left the city I noticed

Galang it was time for me to go

why Batam is so special. Batam is

back to Batam, and I was excited

mostly populated by Melayu (Malay)

to discover the culinary scene, as

people, but as the city has become

Batam is popular for its delicious

more popular a lot of newcomers

seafood. One of the most well-

have build their lives here and live

known seafood items in town is the

peacefully side by side with the

gonggong, which is actually from

locals. Many Chinese are doing

the snail family.

businesses and go to the vihara,

ﬁlled with about 100 people when

After having some gonggong,

The texture of the gonggong

while the Indians embrace their

is chewy and soft and simply

Hindu faith by visiting the Hindu

delicious, especially when dipped

temple. Batam is a nice mix of

into the special sauce served as a

everything, making it an interesting

condiment. One only needs to pick

melting pot city. n

out the ﬂesh from its shell using a

By Taufan Wijaya

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PHOTOS BY TAUFAN WIJAYA

Unfortunately most of those

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Japanese ice cream and desserts,

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try the Martabak S’mores Regal

Ruko Puri Mutiara Blok BG12,

has everything you could ever wish

Chocolate, as the old nighttime

Jalan Griya Utama, Sunter, North

for – Kuma ball, taro pudding,

campﬁre treats have been scaled

Jakarta (Behind Holiday Inn

bubble, mochi, red bean, coconut

up with a charming presentation.

Kemayoran)

jelly, almonds, vanilla ice cream and

Kamo Kuma uses 50 percent and

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condensed milk. There may seem

70 percent Italian dark chocolate

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to be too many elements in a bowl,

combined with peanut and sesame

but taste wise it is so ﬂavorful and

seeds, roasted marshmallow,

enjoyable. By pouring and mixing

almonds and chocolate ice cream.

the milk sauce as you like, you get

But if you are not fond of the intense

Kumabowl #5 with taro pudding, bubble, mochi and more.

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LIQUID NITROGEN

more ﬂavorful than conventionally

the dark chocolate and keeps it from

The catchy statement “I Scream Ice

manufactured ice cream. By utilizing

overpowering the aftertaste.

Cream” is displayed on the café’s

this avant-garde process, LIN uses no

If you are up for a fruit-based

wall. As the ﬁrst liquid nitrogen

artiﬁcial coloring or preservatives in

scoop, sorbet is on the menu. Merry

ice cream in Indonesia founded

their products.

Strawberry is the customers’ favorite

in 2013, LIN Artisan Ice Cream

LIN’s gelato and sorbet recipes

choice. Incorporating fresh fruit

presents the molecular gastronomy

come from an Italian gelato

without adding artiﬁcial sugar and

concept using liquid nitrogen to

specialist who has developed four-

preservatives, the sorbet’s gelatin

instantly freeze natural ingredients

generations of gelato businesses in

and velvety texture has a sour taste

into gelato and sorbet. Due to its

the country. LIN’s ice cream is also

yet juicy. LIN also offers alcohol-

preparation process, it is remarkably

made-to-order, which means you get

instilled gelato like The Smiley

fresh ice cream prepared at your

Baileys and The Rum Raisins, and

command. The smooth, creamy and

the moist sorbet Lychee Martini.

ice-cold gelato is tasted in their best LIN Artisan Ice Cream

with Chocolate Chips, the star

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of the menu for chocolate lovers,

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especially those who love a hint of

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Watching the staff making a nitrogen ice cream.

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Baked Marquis Chocolate Pudding with Cookies Ice-cream

FUSION FRUIT

and this is well proven on the ﬂavor

With 13 cafes already in Malaysia,

of their desserts.

Sweet Hut has now expanded to

Craving a cake? Sweet Hut

Indonesia with its red-hot, cozy,

provides Baked Marquis Chocolate

garden concept café. Much admired

Pudding with Cookies Ice-cream.

as “Your Dessert Specialist”, Sweet

The chocolate lava cake texture is

Hut uses fruit as their key ingredient.

smooth and rich and the ﬂavor is

Nevertheless, it surely knows ways

not too sweet with melting chocolate

Snow Ice with Caramel Pudding will

to cheat your diet.

inside. Another variant worth

keep those who love milk happy

munching on involves matcha (green

with its light texture and rich ﬂavor.

the Fresh Mango Sago Pomelo

tea), which has as many antioxidants

When you take a bite the creamy yet

Soup with Mango Ice Cream and

as 10 cups of regular tea – so this

silky caramel pudding will just melt

Coconut Pudding. Surprisingly, its

gives you a great excuse to try the

in your mouth. n

humble presentation may fool you

Matcha Lava Cake. This lava cake

as the taste is light and the natural

needs 20 minutes of preparation as

Sweet Hut

sweet comes from the mango ice

it needs to be served warm – but

Ruko Cordoba, Blok E No. 12, Bukit

cream topped with generous mango

when you get your hands on the

Golf Mediterania,

slices. Sweet Hut claims to use

green cake and taste its sweet ﬂavor,

Jalan Marina Indah Raya, Pantai

natural sweets and even a minimum

you’ll know it is worth the wait.

Indah Kapuk, Jakarta

A healthy indulgence starts with

amount of sugar in their offerings,

Meanwhile, the Fresh Milk Oreo

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BEYONDUPDATES

WINE AND GRILL An unforgettable night was made as the Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta hosted another wine pairing dinner. Located at North Merapi, which is not far from the Golf Course Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta, this dinner titled “The Story behind the Grill” indulged guests with delectable dishes courtesy of Chef Wayan Durma. Grilled Vegetables on a Beef Pepper Cup, Tomato Artisan Cream with Organic Grilled Sourdough, Homemade Grilled Gnocchi with Fish on Banana Leaf, and Grilled Banana with Yellow Skin served with chocolate fondue were paired beautifully with ﬁne wines from Hatten Wines and Two Island – among them were Hatten Wines Alexandria, Hatten Wines Rose and Two Island Pinot Grigio. Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta Jalan Palagan Tentara Pelajar, Yogyakarta (0274) 869-123 www.yogyakarta.regency.hyatt.com

GOLFING IN BINTAN

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Good news for golf enthusiasts as the newly renovated Laguna Golf Bintan Course is now ready to welcome you! The one and only golf course in Bintan will give you an experience like no other as it is located beachfront and boasts a remarkable view of the South China Sea. Not only that, in collaboration with Banyan Tree Bintan and Angsana Bintan, the golf course offers “Stay & Play”, an unlimited golf package that includes pick up service, green fees, a shared golf cart, golfer insurance, a bottle of water and use of the driving range prior to play. This package also pampers guests with breakfast at the hotel, and helps guests with express immigration as well as airport transfer. Don’t waste more time because this deal is only available for those who stay from July through September 2016. Laguna Golf Bintan Course Jalan Teluk Berembang, Laguna Bintan, Lagoi, Bintan Resorts, Kepulauan Riau (0770) 693-188 www.lagunagolf.com/bintan

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR

A LEGIAN DAY From August 26 to 29, the 9th Annual Legian Beach Festival will make Legian even more alive. Titled “Lively Legian Beach Festival”, this event invites us all to join in a number of fun activities from a beach clean up to movies and yoga by the beach. There will also be a number of fun competitions including greased pole climbing, surﬁng lessons and a contest, a photo contest, an athletic competition and a mixologist competition. The festival also hosts live performances by national musicians and Legian’s legendary artists as well as the Kite Festival Legian, Legian Travel Fair and the Bali Culinary Festival that offers a selection of foods from Bali and other provinces in East Indonesia. The area will be decorated by six sculptures that guests can take a photo with. Indeed, this is a festival not to be missed! www.legianbeachfestival.com

IT’S A RACE!

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Dear sport enthusiasts, giddy up for the Herbalife Bali International Triathlon 2016! With the new headquarters set at Mertasari Beach in Sanur, this race will take participants around the villages in the Sanur area as well as the shoreline of North Sanur and Gianyar. There are three competitions to join – Olympic (1.5 km swimming, 40 km cycling and 10 km running), Sprint (500 m swimming, 20 km cycling and 5 km running) and 5 km Fun Run. Held on August 14, The Herbalife Bali International Triathlon 2016 is also working with the 11th Sanur Village Festival, aiming to support Sanur as one of the world’s best tourism and sport destinations. www.balitriathlon.com

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SEE&SEEN

CELEBRATING YOGA Commemorating International Yoga Day on June 21, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua held a sunset yoga session at the beach in front of their Temple Garden. This yoga class was also ﬁlled with stretching exercises and synchronized breathing around the bonﬁre, all conducted by the resort’s Wellness Specialist Jitendra Pokhriyal. The celebration was also part of the month-long healthy lifestyle program held at the resort throughout June. www.westinnusaduabali.com

NEWS FROM WEST Together with PT. Trimbawan Swastama Sejati, Plataran Indonesia has been entrusted to manage the West Bali National Park as a world-class eco-tourism destination. In response to this, Plataran Indonesia recently launched the “Plataran L’ Harmonie – The Getaway Planet, Nature Unleashed” program to protect this national park, which includes building new high-end eco villas called the Octagon Villas and conducting a summer school. This program is also supported by Arief Yahya, the Minister of Tourism of the Republic of Indonesia. www.plataran.com

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GOLF CLUB The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament by Grand Nikko Bali in partnership with Bali National Golf Club was a huge success. Held on June 6, the competition saw 121 golf enthusiasts not just from Bali and Jakarta but also from across the region joining in. I Nyoman Susila won the Men’s Best Net category and Ratna Gozali won the same category for the ladies. Yulia Tori and Brad White achieved the Best Gross, while Nathan Woods was ﬁrst in the Skill Competition. www.grandnikkobali.com

JAZZ NIGHT Alila Ubud held its first ever “Forest Jazz” event on June 25. This event was held alongside their infinity pool and the stage was amazingly put afloat. Scheduled to be once in a month, “Forest Jazz” entertains guests with jazz performances amidst the hotel’s tropical rainforest. The pilot show saw performances from the nation’s jazz musicians including Dian Pratiwi and Sandy Winarta and was complimented by a Pan-Asian buffet dinner created by Alila Ubud’s award-winning Chef Erwan Wijaya. www.alilahotels.com/ubud

SMILING BALI Smailing Tour, one of the biggest tour operators in Indonesia, has ﬁnally opened their Ticketing and Outbound Centre in Bali. Located on the Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai, Smailing Tour’s Bali Ticketing and Outbound Centre is dedicated to giving professional and highly managed travel services as well being cost effective for travellers who wish to travel everywhere in the world. They also collaborate with many entertainment partners to create a one-stop service for Free and Independent Travellers (FIT) for travellers who like to choose only what they want to do or see during their trip instead of sticking to a scheduled itinerary. www.smailingtour.co.id

THE SCHOLARS Once again, The Shanti Foundation has worked together with East Bali Poverty Project to award scholarships to two talented Balinese students. After going through a tight selection process by the committee of The Shanti Foundation, Ni Wayan Sudini and Ni Luh Kartika were given the scholarships – the two will study at Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Bali International (STPBI) and work as interns either at The Shanti Collection or L Hotel Seminyak. This year’s scholars were announced during a special event held at STPBI, witnessed by the foundation’s committee and the scholars’ parents. www.shantiresidence.com BALI&BEYOND AUGUST 2016

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

■ 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

■ TIMOR LESTE 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

■ CZECH REPUBLIC Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur.

■ THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81,

■ 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

■ SILOAM HOSPITALS

■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41

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

■ UBUD TOURIST INFORMATION SERVICE Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar Tel: (0361) 96-285, 973-285; 8 am - 9 pm

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

AIRPORT Tel: (0361) 751-011

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