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HELLO, 2016! ‘Om Swastiastu...’
A new year has begun, and it is time to let go of the past and begin a new journey. Maybe this year is the perfect time to make your long-forgotten dreams come true, like opening up a business or leaving the job you never actually loved and moving on to a new one that makes you happy. Whatever it is, you surely need encouragement from within yourself, and the main key for that to happen is to have a positive mindset. There are a number of holistic places in Bali that might be able to help you to be more focused and optimistic in everything that you do. Flip through ‘LIFESTYLE & LEISURE’ to see
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how mediation, exercises, holistic healers and even an app in your smartphone can help you. Afterwards, feed your body with nutritious food – take a look at ‘DINE & DELIGHTS’ that reveals the delicious mind-blowing raw food dishes at Sakti Dining Room, located at Fivelements. Meanwhile, our contributor Anggara Mahendra captures the pristine nature of Bali that he shares in ‘FOTO FOLIO’ – his photo collection might inspire you to become one with nature and find that peaceful state of mind you’ve been looking for. As for those who are looking for traditional healers in Bali, our ‘CRAFT & CULTURE’ is where we reveal all about Balinese healers, who are called Balian. For sure there are a lot of places in Bali that can help you with your soul searching, but the simplest way is to go to the beach and contemplate as the sun is setting on the horizon. After all, the atmosphere of the whole island is positive enough already and that will help you recharge your energy to start afresh in 2016.
‘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.
waved goodbye to her native England fifteen years ago and has been living in Southeast Asia as a freelance writer ever since. She contributes to numerous international publications on her two big loves, Vietnam and Indonesia.
MELIANA SALIM
NADIA BINTORO
TAUFAN WIJAYA
An accidental writer, a closet photographer and a restless traveler (with an old European soul) who finds solace in scuba diving, spontaneous road trips and a hot bath, loves gourmet picnics, street food and great wines, and dreams of living in an Eco-capsule in every continent.
took a master’s degree in International Multimedia Journalism at the University of Newcastle, and now has turned her passion for writing and traveling into a series of travel pieces published in a number of media.
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
ANGGARA MAHENDRA is a Balinese photographer based in Denpasar. He is currently working on personal documentary projects related to cultural, social, and environmental issues.
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THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF... THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS
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THE CHOSEN ONE
LIKE A ROYAL
CRAFT&CULTURE The power of the Balian, a Balinese healer
REST&RELAXATION A luxurious weekend getaway at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali
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PIECES OF POSITIVITY
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU
LIFESTYLE&LEISURE How to start 2016 with a beautiful mind and soul
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DINE&DELIGHTS
THE ELEMENTS OF LIFE
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PONDERINGPOINT Will 2016 witness your best intentions becoming reality?
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Join the Art De Vivre program at the Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
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SIGHTS&SOUNDS
This month’s select news updates from the island’s tourism industry and what’s new around the island
PHOTOS & FUN FACTS Snapshots and quotes picked up throughout November and December
6 4 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism industry and what’s new beyond Bali
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6 6 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events
68 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month
70 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specific tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the island’s main destinations
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THE MAJESTIC TOBA Pristine nature and the traditions of Toba in North Sumatra
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ACTION&ATTRACTION SSSH…! IT’S A SECRET An adventure in the Secret Garden with NEWbali
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JANUARY DELIGHTS The luxurious Mulia Spa at The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua presents what is probably the most indulgent spa experience on the island. Dubbed Mulia Cashmere, this special body treatment includes a gold body scrub followed by a long deep stroke massage that incorporates body cashmere and a silk body gold mask that will slow down collagen depletion, increase skin elasticity, and lighten your skin complexion. The treatment is followed by a silk body gold powder leaving your skin rehydrated and as soft as, well, cashmere. After getting pampered at the Mulia Spa, don’t forget to indulge in some of the resort’s new menu items that will surely please your palate, such as the Amberjack Fest at Soleil, Indian Punjab Curry at The Soleil and Inaniwa Udon at Edogin that is available from January 4 to 31. Oyster Delights include baked rock oyster with cheese and steamed rock oyster with Chinese ham, which are also served at Table8 from January 18 to 31. The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Kawasan Sawangan, Nusa Dua (0361) 301-7777 www.themulia.com
Citadines Kuta Beach Bali offers a great deal for an amazing stay right in front of the iconic Kuta Beach, with rates starting from Rp. 1,000,000 ++/night. Citadines Kuta Beach Bali presents a unique apartmenthotel concept where each unit presents a homey environment, making it your home away from home. The hotel also offers a rooftop area where you can enjoy a relaxing dip in their infinity pool overlooking the sparkling ocean and taste the delectable Western and Asian cuisine at the Seasky Dine and Bar. Citadines Kuta Beach Bali really is the place to stay for your tropical family getaway. Citadines Kuta Beach Bali Jalan Pantai Kuta, Kuta (0361) 849-6500 www.citadines.com
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TEA AND TREATS Your afternoon in Ubud will be all the more blissful with some sweet treats at The Restaurant at The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah, Ubud, Bali. Their Afternoon Tea menu will indulge you with a selection of premium tea and coffee, accompanied by the resort’s delish delicacies ranging from East to West, such as Balinese tuna satay, chicken curry puffs, finger sandwiches, and Valrhona chocolate cake – and of course the view of the rice paddies as an additional feast to your eyes. Available from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., the Afternoon Tea is priced at Rp. 300,000++/person – six to 12-year-old children get a 50 percent discount. The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah, Ubud, Bali Jalan Goa Gajah, Ubud, (0361) 975-685 www.GHMhotels.com
Prama Sanur Beach Bali proudly launches their newest additions to the resort, the Prama Club Lounge and Prama Bar. With a modern and homey design, these new facilities are ready to serve guests with selections of classic cocktails and other beverages accompanied by Jazz music. The Prama Club Lounge and Prama Bar are exclusively for the Prama Club guests who stay at the resort’s newest Club Rooms in the private Wisnu Wing. Are you ready to experience this new lounge and bar? Prama Sanur Beach Bali Jalan Cemara, Sanur, (0361) 288-011 www.pramasanurbeach.com
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WELCOME TO THE CLUB!
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Last November was surely unforgettable at The St. Regis Bali Resort. The resort hosted over 60 members of The Concierge Society of Indonesia – an affiliate of the renowned Les Clefs d’Or Singapore, for their prestigious annual General Meeting 2015. The amazing three-day event was attended by professionals from Indonesia, Singapore and Dubai, where they joined in various activities like a workshop by one of the Professional Les Clefs d’Or Member International and government officials as well as a full-day tour around this magical island. Not only that, November 2015 also witnessed The St. Regis Bali Resort being honored as the Best for Families Resort on Conde Nast Johansens 2016 Awards of Excellence. Congratulations! The St. Regis Bali Resort BTDC Lot S6, Nusa Dua (0361) 8478-111 www.stregisbali.com
BEST TOPPING OFF The Best Western Hotel Imperial Jimbaran Bali reached its final phase of construction back in late November. This great milestone in their construction progress was celebrated with the topping off ceremony that was attended by the owner, construction team, and the hotel’s management team. This brand new hotel is located very near to the iconic Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park and will offer 120 welldesigned rooms and on-site facilities like meeting rooms, a ballroom, coffee shop, a rooftop restaurant and lounge, a spa, and of course the quintessential swimming pool. The hotel plans to be fully operational by the end of this year. www.bestwestern.com
THE LOCAL TWIST If you’re looking for some simple, affordable and delicious food, just head down to Local Fusion. Located in Petitenget, this restaurant serves Western food with a twist of Indonesia – try their spaghetti with rendang (Padang beef curry), Fettuccine with beef or chicken black pepper, each available at Rp. 40,000++. But if you’re not feeling experimental, Local Fusion also serves Asian comfort food such as fried rice, fried noodles, and sapi lada hitam. As for the Western food, the restaurant offers Chicken Parmigiana, Stroganoff, and more. Local Fusion Jl. Lebak Sari no 26B Petitenget, Seminyak 0812-32000-400
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SWEET NOVEMBER
TASTE OF JAPAN The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali recently re-launched its famous Japanese restaurant, Hamabe. This wonderful restaurant was given an aesthetic facelift featuring contemporary designs inspired by the stillness of a traditional Japanese garden, offering a distinct atmosphere for patrons. The restaurant’s new look also includes additional table settings and a refreshed menu, such as the robata grill where the food is slow-cooked over hot coals and beautifully served on wooden paddles, retaining the natural flavors of the fresh ingredients. Their famous teppanyaki counter is still the highlight, where the performance of the chefs never fails to entertain the guests. Hamabe opens daily for dinner from 5:30 pm onwards. Reservations are essential. The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali BTDC Lot N-3, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-906 www.westinnusaduabali.com
KUTA’S LATEST ADDITION A brand new outlet shopping spot has just opened in Kuta. The Sale Outlet Bali or SOB held its opening party with the performance of The Hydrant and Devil Dice. The event was even hotter with the crew from El Matador Food Truck flipping scrumptious burgers for the attendees, while barmen from Stark Beerhouse served fresh drinks. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., SOB is a multi-brand outlet store offering the best international and local streetwear brands such as Rusty, Dickie, Surfer Girl, Obey, O’Neill, and more. This store is also the first to offer combat sportswear brands like Elite MMA, Venume, Fairtex, and Shock Doctor to name a few. Sale Outlet Bali (SOB) Jalan Raya Kuta 448, Kuta 0859-3520-8799
CONGRATULATIONS IN ORDER In recognition of its significant achievement of integrating sustainable spiritual, social and environmental ideologies into their day-to-day practices, the Grand Aston Bali Beach Resort has recently been awarded the Gold Status of the Tri Hita Karana Tourism Awards 2015. This was the first time that the resort has received such an accolade and it is a testament to the property’s commitment towards the environment and its continuing support of the local Tanjung Benoa Village and CSR partnership with Yayasan Solemen Indonesia. Grand Aston Bali Beach Resort Jalan Pratama 68X, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua (0361) 773-577, ww.grandastonbali.com
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THE CHOSEN ONE THE BALIAN, A BALINESE HEALER, IS GIVEN POWER BY THE UNIVERSE TO HELP CURE OTHERS...
“I
f we can accept that we
lapa’au or healer from Hawaii
harmonious symphony of life, this
are the sum total of all
once said. She is well-known for
Balinese healing method quite makes
past thoughts, emotions,
her “hooponopono”, a traditional
sense – maybe not logically, but
words, deeds and actions,
healing method.
more for those who believe.
and that our present
When I was assigned to write
lives and choices are colored or
about traditional Balinese healers,
BELIEF OVER LOGIC
shaded by this memory bank of
I was a bit doubtful because I
Most people tend to go to the doctor
the past, then we begin to see how
thought this topic may be too
rather than a traditional healer when
a process of correcting or setting
unrealistic or even nonsensical to
it comes time to need medication.
aright can change our lives, our
some people. But for me, who lives
Over the years, modern medications
families and our society,” Morrnah
on this island where humans and
have been developed to address
Nalamaku Simeona, a kahuna
nature live side by side to create a
our health problems, while the
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traditional healing process has been It was Morrnah Nalamaku
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believe in what he does.
left behind.
In Bali, a traditional healer like I Ketut Liyer is called a “Balian”. It is
Receiving a talisman out of
nowhere such as a ring, a stone, a small sword, or other.
Simeona who introduced a
not easy to become a balian, as a
traditional healing method called
matter of fact it is more likely to be
BALIAN KAPAICAN
“hooponopono,” that has made
impossible, because this job is not
A Balian Kapaican is a Balinese
traditional medication a more logical
for everyone. Only a chosen one,
healer who is given a talisman by
and friendly option. Her approach
who is chosen by a higher being,
the universe. The talisman can be
– which combines the traditional
can be a balian. And there is no
in a form of a stone, a ring, a small
Hawaiian values of forgiving
particular description of what kind of
sword and even an animal that has
and reconciliation with Christian
person would fit the job. A master or
the ability to cure someone with a
education and her philosophical
doctorate degree means absolutely
broken chakra or to help others who
studies on India, China and Edgar
nothing if you are not the one. A well-
suffer from a serious illness like a
Cayce – has successfully made
trained doctor or nurse will not get
mental break down.
many people realize that the
this job unless they have the signs.
healing process actually starts in their own mind. Even though modern medicine
Some of the Balian Kapaican get their talisman in an unexplainable
Here are some signs of how someone can be a balian:
situation, such as during meditation
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or a prayer. Some balians claim
A sudden trance during a
has invaded almost all parts of the
traditional Balinese ceremony.
that the talisman is given to them by
world, the existence of traditional
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a complete stranger. If the balian
healers cannot be underestimated.
talent, given by nature to cure others.
refuses the talisman, there will be
In many countries where spirituality
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some consequence that they have
is still strong, these healers in their
in someone’s sleep that allows him
to face. No one knows what the
own society become the first to fight
or her to use spiritual power to cure
consequence will be except the
diseases – although until now there
others.
balian him or herself. Some say it
A sudden gift in a form of a A repeated dream that appears
are still some pros and cons about it. But here in Bali, the traditional and modern medications work together to serve the island.
THE BALIAN Balinese traditional healers have become more widely known since the movie “Eat, Pray, Love” screened globally. I Ketut Liyer, a Balinese healer who specialized in fortune reading, appeared in the movie to help Elizabeth (an American tourist) during her tough moments. Until A Balian Usadha can cure others through a massage
now, I Ketut Liyer still helps many people from around the world who
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can be a struggle in life, an illness or
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other difficulty.
source of everything in this universe.
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I have witnessed someone who didn’t claim herself as a Balian butt
To pray to God as God is the TTo always be grateful for this
bea beautiful life.
she was blessed with a talisman in
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a form of an animal. The animal
cere ceremony to mark their recruitment
is called a lungsir, a small golden
proc process.
in a glass bottle. The oil is capable of curing many illnesses, from
A Balian Kapaican is given a talisman, like a ring, to help others
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TTo serve society unconditionally.
B A Balian should not charge the pati patients – it is up to the patient whe whether or not they want to honor
stomachache to fever, from wounds to a black magic attack. She got
BALIAN USADHA
the lungsir every time she visited
People call them the apprentice
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her family temple, and she is the
because their healing power comes
Balian won’t be able to perform their
only person in her family who has
from practicing. Usadha means
healing procedure. They are not
this “talent”.
medication, so the Balian Usadha
allowed to force people to believe in
the Balian’s help. Without trust from the patients, a
is specialized at curing illness. This
what they do.
BALIAN KATAKSON
type of Balian is a bit different from
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This Balian gets their power in
the others as this one is more logical.
ceremony regularly.
a trance. When they are in a
No trance and no talismans, but still
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trance everything will happen in
it’s not a job for everyone because
an automatic mode. The Balian
the skills of a Balian Usadha can
WHAT YOU BELIEVE
Katakson doesn’t know what is
only be mastered by the chosen
The Balian is actually a part of the
happening during the healing time,
one. Those skills include medication
Balinese culture. What the balian
and no one teaches them what
massage, reiki (transferring positive
performs is not animism. It is only
to do and how to heal another
energy) and mixing herbal medicine.
God that they worship, not the
To keep on practicing.
talismans or the statues in their
person. Everything just happens like that.
To perform a self-cleansing
BALIAN CAMPURAN
temple. Those talismans and statues
A Balian Campuran is blessed with
are simply the tools to remember the
body will start moving as if being
more than one of the aforementioned
power of God that they are using to
controlled by a higher being and
powers. They can be a Balian
help others.
the healing time begins. A Balian
Katakson who also has talismans or a
Katakson is sometimes invited by
balian with all of the above powers.
When the power arises, their
And in the end, people believe in what they want to believe. We cannot force each other to understand
the Balinese to perform exorcism. Usually, the candidate for a Balian
OBLIGATIONS
our belief, can we? A belief is an
Katakson is scouted for during a
A responsibility always comes with
acceptance of what we witness. It
traditional Balinese ceremony.
a list of obligations. A balian should
is you who will decide whether this
A trance during a ceremony is
do the following to maintain his or
story is a fact or a fantasy. And both
usually the sign that someone has
her ability:
opinions are welcome. So, what do
what it takes to become a Balian
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you believe?
Katakson.
is a huge responsibility.
To understand that to be a Balian
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By Bayu Rahanatha
PHOTOS OF MASSAGE MEDICATION BY ANGGARA MAHENDRA PHOTO OF THE RINGS BY RISTY NURRAISA
snail that will turn into oil when put
TTo perform a certain traditional
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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE The Landih Ashram in Kintamani is for meditation
PIECES OF POSITIVITY IN 2016, WILL YOU TAKE THE LEAP OF FAITH TO HAVE A MORE POSITIVE MIND AND SOUL?
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places to work on your emotional wellbeing. Here are some little things that you may find in Bali to make yourself more positive and more conscious in everything that you do in 2016.
TAKE A BREATH s you are scribbling
So this year, why don’t you
We all know the basic theory. Our
your 2016 New
consider improving your emotional
breath is the mirror of our inner
Year’s resolutions –
health? After all, “that little voice
emotional state. When we are in
perhaps a slimmer
that’s running in your head” is
fear, nervous, or angry, our breath
and healthier body or
the key to your overall happiness.
quickens and our heart pumps at
more money in the bank – have you
Wouldn’t it be just plain absurd to
double the normal rate. Everything
thought about improving your inner
neglect its health?
seems to be running faster and there
life as well? Often we are so blinded
Lucky for us, Bali has for centuries
is no time to think, which leads to
with the material and physical things
been renowned as the spiritual
that we neglect our mind and soul,
center where people from all over
the core software that actually make
the world come on their spiritual
in 2016, there is only one clear
us who we are.
quest, so it’s not hard to find
answer: regulate your breath through
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many regretful emotional outbursts. So to get calmer and “happier”
meditation. Yes, you read that right.
practice, Dhamma Java offers a
Meditation, as scary and hippy as it
10-day silent Vipassana meditation
sounds, is only a matter of focusing
retreat in its stunning Landih Ashram
on your breath.
in the hilly Kintamani. The meditation
Meditation that has been practiced for thousands of years
runs on donations and is nonreligious and non-sectarian.
is the practice of non-judgmental awareness of experiences in the
PHYSICAL EXERCISE
present moment. By focusing on
To support your meditation, what
our breath, we are trained to be
can be more fitting than Yoga as
fully present in the now rather than
the element of physical exercise?
having our mind running around
Not only will you get that toned
like a monkey, regretting the past or
body like the famous yogi Miranda
getting anxious about the future.
Kerr, you will also be able to center
Regular meditation is believed to help reduce stress, worry, anxiety, addiction, lack of focus
your thoughts through its breathing
yogis often need to do meditation
exercises.
for hours, and thus different poses are created to make them sit
Another ancient practice,
help address low self-esteem, and
Yoga goes beyond stretching and
comfortably. In this sense yoga is
improve relationship issues. Scientific
strengthening the body. It’s not about
essentially all about connecting
research even starts to support
doing all those crazy acrobatic
your mind and body to be perfectly
this claim. By practicing regular
moves, but rather getting to know
aligned and at peace.
meditation, neuroscientists believe
your own body and all your own
that the brain physically changes
strength and limitations.
and re-shapes itself.
HOW TO DO IT? With so many Yoga centers
In fact, some of the original Yoga poses or asanas are relatively
scattered around Bali, you will not
shape your physical body and get
simple, and are believed to have
be short of choices. Some of the
that six-pack you always dreamed
been originally created to support
places include the Power of Now
of, why don’t you also try meditation
the practice of meditation. Old
Oasis for a yoga session at the
So while you are working hard to
to have a healthier and happier state of mind? HOW TO DO IT? There are many yoga and spiritual centers in Bali that offer meditation classes. Power of Now Oasis offers a guided meditation class in its beautiful Bale by the beach in Sanur, while Yoga Barn in Ubud offers a class in Tibetan Singing Bowl meditation among other things. If Join a yoga class at Radiantly Alive
you want to join a more committed
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healer helped me by opening up old wounds and after crying my eyes out, even a sceptic like me has to say that the session was really helpful. People asked if I felt happier after my session. To be honest, happier is not the perfect word to describe it, but I did feel a deeper sense of “acceptance”. The past is in the past. The future belongs to the time that may or may not come. I was left with comprehension that the only thing that matters is now. The present. And isn’t that the goal of emotional healing? To help you start over with a clean slate? HOW TO DO IT? Go to the Bali Silent Retreat and take a session with a healer. Each healing session is unique and tailored to the individual’s needs.
Power of Now Oasis in Sanur
ONE CLICK AWAY For every problem in the world, beach, the Yoga Barn in Ubud that
To get rid of all this negativity,
offers various levels of Yoga classes
sometimes you need a helping hand
your smartphone – including
including the fun Acro Yoga, while
when cutting the cord to your past. A
for your emotional health. With
Radiantly Alive in Ubud also offers
holistic healer will be able to do just
the emergence of the trend in
classes for beginners.
that, and if you don’t know where to
meditation, several mobile apps
go don’t worry as this island offers
have been created to make these
HELPING HANDS
many spiritual centres. You can go
routines more practical and
Sometimes emotional wounds are
to Ubud, the epicentre of spiritual
integrated into our day-to-day
too deep and too painful to be self-
healings, or go to the Bali Silent
busy life.
cured using yoga and meditation
Retreat in Penatahan, Tabanan, that
only. Past trauma, unresolved
offers more holistic healing sessions
hipster app for meditation. This
guilt, low self-esteem, and severe
by its certified healers.
trendy app has a strong following
I took my first healing session at
One of them is Headspace – a
in amongst the young and hip
mental illnesses that plague modern
the Bali Silent Retreat. Through a
demographic, with celebrity fans
society.
session on energetic healing, the
lined up from Emma Watson to
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RADIANTLY ALIVE COURTESY PHOTOS, ALL OTHERS BY NADIA BINTORO
depression are some of the many
there is an app to help you on
Gwyneth Paltrow. Its bright colors, trendy design, non-religious and non-spiritual approach in explaining meditation has catapulted the app into the limelight and successfully pushed the practice of meditation into a trend. Founded by Andy Puddicombe, an English surfer turned Buddhist monk turned start-up techy, Headspace offers a simple way to meditate. For starters, you may try its free 10-day challenge consisting of a
A meditation labyrinth at Bali Silent Retreat
10-minute meditation session a day with the voice of Andy narrating. Before the session, Andy’s voice will help explain the nature of the mind and of people without being
even Virgin Airlines uses it as a part
including self-esteem, relationships,
of their entertainment package.
and health. It’s a gym membership
I downloaded Headspace for the
for the mind, really. And just like any
condescending. It’s a straightforward
first time in 2013. And once I had
other gym membership, you can only
concept that even sceptics can
finished the 10-day introductory
see the result if you keep practicing.
relate to. It’s no surprise that many
package there was no turning back.
Headspace practitionairs are young
I bought its yearly subscription
HOW TO DO IT?
professionals. Since its launch
meditation package that includes
Download the app for free. It is
in 2012, Headspace has been
a guided meditation package for
available for iOs and Android.
downloaded by three million users –
the areas that you want to work on
By Nadia Bintoro
Power of Now Oasis: www.powerofnowoasis.com Yoga Barn: Jalan Raya Pengosekan, Ubud (0361) 971-236 www.theyogabarn.com Dhamma Java: www.dhamma.org Radiantly Alive: Jalan Jembawan No. 3, Padang Tegal Kaja (0361) 978-055 www.radiantlyalive.com Bali Silent Retreat: www.balisilentretreat.com Headspace: www.headspace.com
Bali Silent Retreat also gives you the chance to get closer with nature
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DINE&DELIGHTS
THE ELEMENTS OF LIFE OUR CONTRIBUTOR MELIANA SALIM DISCOVERS MIND-BLOWING INNOVATIVE RAW FOOD AT THE SAKTI DINING ROOM…
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ere’s a question to think about: do you eat to live or live to eat? From Socrates to Buddha, we are
encouraged to eat simply and live modestly, yet for most of us, food is more than merely fuel. “Tell me what you eat and I will tell you what you are,” wrote French gastronome
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state of surveillance and culinary voyeurism. Human beings are intricately connected with the environment and other life forms, and it is imperative to synchronize ourselves with the world around us. One of the ways is through our relationship with food. In recent years, a fundamental paradigm in the way we eat has shifted. The “farm-totable” dining concept and the “locavore” and “living foods” movements have evolved from fancy fads and marketing strategy to food aspirations, inspiring us to make informed decisions in how we source, cook and eat our food in pursuit of a sustainable healthier lifestyle.
RAW FOOD PIONEER In Bali, straddling the sacred Ayung River near the cultural town of Ubud rests Fivelements. This award-winning eco-luxury wellness The bamboo-structured restaurant at Fivelements, the Sakti Dining Room
destination is built around the traditional Balinese life philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, which promotes living in harmony among humans,
Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. In
This technological revolution has
our society, eating has become
drastically changed our love affair
an intensely personal experience
with food and our dining behaviour.
area is its iconic fine dining
and an imperative language in
The joy of eating is replaced by the
restaurant, the Sakti Dining Room, a
the articulation of our identities as
obsessive act of documenting it.
celebrated pioneer of innovative raw
individuals, a society, a culture and
Dining has become more of a visual
food cuisine that has been awarded
a nation.
experience and less of a sensory
AsiaSpa’s “Best Spa Cuisine of the
indulgence. Gadgets and the internet
Year” for the second year running.
egocentric consumerism, information
invade and exploit our mealtimes,
A true sanctuary for the senses, this
obesity and digital overload.
turning them into a perpetual
bamboo-structured restaurant sits
We live in hedonistic times of
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with nature and with God. Nestled within the Fivelements
As I was focused on licking my plate clean, I could almost feel my body expressing gratitude for the pure nourishment. For a corn and mushroom fan like me, the main course, the Exotic Mushroom and Sweet Corn, was truly a dream come true. It features corn as the star of the dish in three unique ways – curried corn polenta, spiced popcorn and sweet corn crackers — complemented by caramelized shallots and a medley of exotic Asian herbs. The White Chocolate Truffle with passion fruit mousse and tarragon marked a sweet and satisfying ending to my extraordinary lunch. If this was what “healing cuisine” tastes like, I am hooked — mind,
amidst trickling fountains and lush
citation by Hippocrates that is written
tropical gardens, and is free from
on Sakti Dining Room’s menu, which
smoke, alcohol and stress.
set the tone for my three-course plant-
Joining Sakti Dining Room’s green
based lunch from the restaurant’s
and chemical-free kitchen is a new
signature Chef’s Tasting Menu. First
executive chef, Felix Schoener from
came the refreshing Hibiscus Rose,
Germany. Chef Felix’s impressive
a heaven-sent elixir on a particularly
resume boasts extensive international
hot and humid day, accompanied by
experience in Michelin-starred
an amuse bouche of creamy cashew
restaurants and enviable training
pâté infused with coconut milk and
with Gabriel Cousens and Cherie
garlic.
Soria, both renowned leaders in the
The appetizer consisted of finely
fields of living foods and gourmet
diced mango, tomato and jicama
raw vegan cuisine.
tartar stunningly served on chilled light-as-clouds avocado velouté,
THE SIGNATURE
topped with micro greens, crunchy
“Let food be thy medicine and
tomato chips and finished off with a
medicine be thy food,” is the famous
surprising drizzling of kaffir lime oil.
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Herbal tea and a chocolate truffle
FOOD PHOTOS BY MELIANA SALIM ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF FIVELEMENTS
hearty, smoky shiitake mushrooms,
body and soul — and ready to join this culinary cult.
Exotic Mushrooms
ALL ABOUT BALANCE Chef Felix’s love of raw living foods and his passion in the ancient philosophies of Ayurveda and Chinese medicine are beautifully portrayed in each dish. Embracing local, seasonal, organic and wild foraged ingredients, he has perfected the art of applying ageless Asian wisdom in his avant-garde modernist cuisine, marrying it with Balinese culture and tradition and elevating it with innovative culinary techniques. “It’s mother nature’s cuisine,” he stated. The Sakti Dining Room is a true sanctuary for the senses and has created a way for people to connect with the food they eat through its inventive gastronomy revolution. It is
The White Chocolate Truffle
true that embracing raw food allows people to experience a whole new world with a new vision – to feel healthier, see more clearly and think more positively. Personally, I’m a believer of renowned food writer Michael Pollan’s simple and healthy attitude towards eating, “Eat food. Not too much. And mostly plants.” After all, life is all about balance, isn’t it? By Meliana Salim Fivelements Puri Ahimsa Banjar Baturning, Mambal (0361) 469-260 www.fivelements.org
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INVITE&INDULGE
A BEAUTY RETREAT STAY FABULOUS DURING YOUR HOLIDAY WITH THIS ONE-DAY PROGRAM AT THE SOFITEL BALI NUSA DUA BEACH RESORT.
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id you know that your short holiday could have a negative impact on your looks? Endless parties with
all those alcoholic drinks might take its toll on as the art of life is not just about having crazy fun all the time, but also taking good care of your body. The SoďŹ tel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort will show you how to live your life fabulously, as they have
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designed a series of programs to
whole day. It starts with a welcome
Whether you are a workout veteran
bring out the best in you. Introducing
drink at the famous Nikki Beach
or a newbie, you will learn new
Art De Vivre, a one-day treatment
Bali, then your day will continue
information that is definitely useful
that can also be combined with a
with a private training session at
after your whole Art De Vivre
stay at this magnificent resort – it is
SoFit, the resort’s gym. A Balinese
journey is over – it can even benefit
also available for outside guests.
massage treatment at SoSpa will
your daily work out, for that matter.
If you are too busy partying on
follow, and finally you will have a
There are several choices of
this island to have lots of time for
session at VIETURA, the medical spa
workout sessions you can choose
other things, this one-day treatment
at the resort.
from including an abdominal
package is the best option for you.
section, weight training, fast fit
Register yourself at the Art De Vivre
WORK YOUR MUSCLE
or circuit training, fat loss, and
counter at the lobby, and the staff
The personal training at SoFit is
a cardio-burn session. All these
will give you an itinerary for the
highly tailored to your needs.
sessions normally take from 60 to
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A couples treatment room at SoSpa
90 minutes. After that, the trainer
As usual, the spa ritual starts with
ready for your next session, which is
will give you a personal nutritional
a footbath followed by a relaxing
the last treatment of the day.
assessment.
massage session to ease your sore muscles.
GLOWING SKIN
might feel sore, so now is time to
Once the treatment is over you
As one of the leading medical
sit back and relax and enjoy your
will probably feel content already –
spas in Bali, VIETURA (which
Balinese massage at SoSpa. This
but just wait until the end of the Art
originally comes from Manila in
60-minute treatment is definitely
De Vivre journey. After the Balinese
the Philippines) offers a number of
a reward after a workout session.
massage, take a shower and get
the best natural beauty treatments
Carboxy Facial Activation at VIETURA
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PHOTOS COURTESY OF SOFITEL BALI NUSA DUA BEACH RESORT
After your grueling workout you
on the island. That day I opted for
which is an amazing way to
done, you are as good as new
a series of treatments consisting of
stimulate your facial skin.
again!
a Rejuvenating Carboxy Facial, an
A Diamond Peel session ended
The Art De Vivre is available
Oxygen Facial, and a Diamond
my facial journey, which uses a
starting at Rp. 2,999,000++/person
Peel.
pen with crushed diamonds to lift
– the best part is you can choose to
all the dead skin cells that might
take not only the facial treatment but
staff member will assess your skin
still be lingering. The result from this
also the body-shaping program, such
condition in order to make sure that
particular treatment is immediate
as the ultralipo treatment and colonic
the treatment is perfect for your skin
– you can see that your face is
hydrotherapy. Honestly, this is the
Before your treatment begins, a
type. This assessment might be a wake-up call for those who rarely
VIETURA will give the perfect treatment for your skin
have facials or have never even had one before. The staff will photograph your skin – and don’t be surprised to see the results as you may find wrinkles, pore clogging, blackheads, dead skin cells, and more. My skin was actually not so good, but not that bad either since I don’t smoke or drink – at least not excessively. After the assessment you will be given a detailed explanation about your skin condition, and they will make necessary recommendations for you. Since I was scheduled to have the Rejuvenating Carboxy
glowing, as there is no dead skin
best deal that you can get on this
Facial and Diamond Peel that day –
left. And, that’s it for the day!
island, I kid you not! The Art De Vivre can be
which is actually almost similar – the staff suggested that I postpone the
GOOD AS NEW
combined with a three-day and two-
Rejuvenating Carboxy Facial until
The next day I came back to
night stay package at the resort as
the following day.
VIETURA for the Rejuvenating
well, which also includes breakfast
Carboxy Facial, which is meant
for one and airport transfers.
on a Facial, an Oxygen Facial,
to stimulate oxygen under your
Contact the hotel if you would like to
and a Diamond Peel, and then was
facial skin. This treatment starts
experience the Art De Vivre program
escorted to one of the treatment
with a cleansing ritual to remove
while staying at the resort.
rooms where I started my facial
impurities from your face. After that
By Joseph Wang
journey. First my face was steamed
a gel is applied and a facial mask
to unclog my pores and blackheads
is put on. The gel is the agent that
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
and vacuumed to lift up the dead
brings all the oxygen in, and only
BTDC Lot N5, Nusa Dua
skin cell exfoliate. High-pressure
when the mask is applied can the
(0361) 849-2888
oxygen followed this treatment,
gel work its magic. When you are
www.sofitel-bali-nusadua.com
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REST&RELAXATION
LIKE A ROYAL A MILLION-DOLLAR VIEW, A LUXURIOUS ROOM, AN EXTRAORDINARY SPA, AND TOP-NOTCH HOSPITALITY – STAYING AT THE RITZ-CARLTON, BALI IS TRULY AN EXPERIENCE TO TREASURE…
that my room was ready – and in a second, I was back to reality. But as I went down the elevator and then was taken to my room in an electric cart, I couldn’t help but imagining once again that I was a guest to a noble family – after all, the staff already treated me like a royal.
I
t was a beautiful day when
The friendly staff greeted me and
A SUITE TIME
I arrived at The Ritz-Carlton,
quickly offered to help process my
Sitting on 12.7 hectares of land,
Bali – I was so looking forward
check in. As I waited I enjoyed the
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali is comprised
to an easy weekend getaway,
view of the hotel complex below and
of several buildings, making the
and the moment I set foot on
the ocean from the balcony of the
hotel like a private estate complex.
the lobby which is perched high on
lobby. The little girl in me instantly
The hotel has 313 rooms in six
a cliff, I knew that an experience
imagined that I was in a kingdom in
types of villas – the Pool Pavilion,
beyond expectation awaited me at
a faraway land.
Garden Villa, Sky Villa, Cliff Villa,
the resort.
The staff member returned, saying
Welcome to The Ritz-Carlton, Bali!
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The Ritz-Carlton Cliff Villa and The
View of the tranquil ocean from the Sky Villa
Ritz-Carlton Oceanfront Villa – and
all rooms from level two up have
ocean. But the best part is actually
seven types of Suites, such as The
balconies with the view of the Indian
how the hotel pampers you with its
Ritz-Carlton Suites, The Sawangan
Ocean, while rooms on the first floor
facilities and service – fresh infused
Junior Suite Lagoon Access and The
have access to the lagoon pool from
water and face mist are provided,
Sawangan Junior Suite.
their terrace. How great is that?
and the staff is always ready to help
I stayed at The Sawangan Junior
But as much as I loved relaxing
Suite with spacious twin beds and a
in my room, I couldn’t resist taking
you prepare your daybed. Not to mention that the refreshing amenities
comfortable sofa bed that instantly
a swim in the main swimming pool,
are passed around hourly from 12
became my favorite spot to read a
which boasts a view of the tranquil
p.m. to 5 p.m.
book or watch TV. The room was made even more comfortable by its walk-in closet and sheer blind curtains – if you’re not a morning person, you don’t have to worry that sunshine will wake you up the next day. As for those who love to see the sunrise, you can walk to the beach early in the morning and enjoy the sunrise view. In my case I was happy enough to enjoy the morning view
The Sawangan Junior Suite Lagoon Access
from the balcony of my room – yes,
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methods and modern techniques in each treatment – this recipe put me in a total relaxing peace of mind state during my Balinese massage. I could actually feel my knotted muscles untied as the therapist gave on-point pressure. Don’t forget your bikini as hotel guests have the privilege of enjoying the Hydro-Vital pool at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali, which is equipped with water jets to help muscles. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali also provides female and male wet areas, each with its own sauna and steam room, a hot whirlpool and a cold plunge pool – I personally love the cold plunge pool as it is totally energizing during a hot day. Did I mention that the spa also has spa villas, a 24-hour fitness center, a Relaxing at the Hydro-Vital pool
yoga studio, and a hair salon?
PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE RITZ-CARLTON, BALI
relax your back, neck, foot and leg
A Spa Villa at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali
BEAUTY OASIS During your stay you should not miss getting pampered at the newly opened spa, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali, that is more than just a place to relax. It’s a sanctuary that beautifully merges nature, culture, tradition and spirituality to help you find your balance. It’s an oasis where water and the healing resources of the sea are infused to create an ultimate spa experience. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali marries natural ingredients from the Indian Ocean with ancient Balinese
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Delicious authentic Indonesian food at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali
FUN, FUN, FUN!
and Beach tour that will take you to
One thing is for sure when you’re
the Uluwatu Temple and to Padang
staying at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali, you
Padang Beach.
will never get bored as the hotel
But even if you only want
offers a lot of fun activities. One of
to spend time at the hotel, you
my favorites is definitely the Soul
will have a lot of fun as well.
Purification program – held on the
Experiencing the hotel’s food and
beach early in the morning; the
beverages is a must, as The Ritz-
Soul Purification will cleanse your
Carlton, Bali has six restaurants
mind, body and soul with a Balinese
and lounges – Bejana, the authentic
perfect for a luxurious getaway.
traditional ceremony called Melukat.
Indonesian restaurant; The Beach
And don’t worry much about your
Grill that specializes in seafood and
children – I believe they will have
are sunrise yoga, Pilates, resort
grilled dishes; and Raku, a Japanese
the time of their lives at the Ritz Kids,
boot camp, and a healthy cooking
Lounge & Bar. You can also unwind
a designated kids club with its own
class – as well as fly high yoga.
at The Ritz-Carlton Lounge & Bar
play and study spaces as well as a
And if you want to explore more
that offers selections of premium
slider pool for children.
of Bali the hotel offers Island Tours
tea for a blissful afternoon or order
By Risty Nurraisa
with two options for you to choose
some snacks and Tapas at Breezes
from – the Bali Temple Tour that
Tapas Lounge. Don’t forget to start
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali
explores the Taman Ayun Royal
your day with delicious breakfast at
Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan
Temple in Mengwi Village, Alas
Sense restaurant.
Lot #3, Sawangan, Nusa Dua
Other fun and healthy activities
Kedaton and the Tanah Lot Temple. Or you can choose the Uluwatu Cliff
(0361) 849-8988
Whatever you are up to, The
www.ritzcarlton.com/Bali
Ritz-Carlton, Bali is more than
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PONDERINGPOINT
NEW YEAR NEW YOU?
PHOTO BY NOVENA ASSEN
EVERY YEAR, WE ARE ALL DETERMINED TO BE FITTER AND HEALTHIER. NOW THE QUESTION IS WILL 2016 SEE OUR BEST INTENTIONS TURN INTO REALITY? KATIE TRUMAN PONDERS BUT KEEPS IT REAL…
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I
t’s the same old story every year
show, being fit, slim and overall
in London, with its unavoidable
across the planet, at the dawn
healthy (or at least attempting to be)
positive influences and nature-
of a New Year and on the first
should develop as second nature
based surrounds, Bali has positively
week of January, everyone
– at the very least a gentle overall
encouraged me to be at my
furtively making New Year
lifestyle habit, not a quick-fix, guilt-
healthiest and fittest, albeit on a
ridden game plan.
long-term basis and keeping it real
resolutions. And those inevitably include a determined effort to make
In Bali, you have all those
for my age and day-to-day lifestyle.
this year a healthier, fitter and more
beaches and marine life, and related
Ever since I set foot on this part of
fabulous one, with well-meaning
activities like surfing, sailing, water-
the world I have slowly acquired
plans like going to the gym regularly
skiing, swimming and so on. Not to
more energy, experienced less
and starting a new diet or a healthy
mention a hot tropical climate that
ailments and achieved a leaner
lifestyle plan.
should work to reduce your appetite
figure and healthier glow than I
Sadly, for many this lasts as long
– in these temperatures, who would
carried at the height of my youth
as the year is new, especially in
actually want to eat melted chocolate
back in that cold climate metropolis.
my native UK – and for that matter,
and greasy breakfast fry-ups or,
But let’s not forget, everything in
the rest of Europe – where in the
while we’re at it, afford extortionate-
moderation, with a teaspoon of
post-festive season, as it gets so
priced European cheeses? Instead,
flexibility thrown in. We are, after
bone-chillingly cold and depressing
the island’s abundant fresh fruit and
all, only humans and life is short.
in January, the last thing you feel like
produce, and just-caught succulent
doing is cutting down your comfort
seafood and pure juices, should
annoyingly for some – exude and
food intake and trudging out in the
encourage us towards healthy
extol, but I still like (read: deserve)
rain to a soulless gym. Besides, you
eating.
the odd treat or two: occasionally
can get away with hiding all your
If that wasn’t incentive enough
The healthy life I may –
indulging in pizzas, chocolate
festive excesses under a bundle
to be healthier, you cannot escape
truffles (albeit chilled) and Happy
of clothes until the temperatures,
being surrounded by all those lean
Hour cocktails. When planning a
hopefully, start to rise again.
surfer dudes and impossibly pretty
get-together drink with an American
And that’s just it: one reason why
young things dressed in flattering,
colleague in Ubud, who could
people perhaps fail in their New
reveal-all attire. And if you need
diplomatically be described as
Year fitter-healthier quest is that it
further inspiration, Bali just happens
a born-again health-freak, she
all too swiftly follows an obscenely
to be a world leading spa and
declared, “Yes, let’s meet over a
gluttonous month of feasting,
wellness destination – especially
cold pressed green smoothie,” to
partying and drinking, resulting
Ubud, which is globally acclaimed
which I replied, “Actually I prefer
in an insurmountable contrast in
as the health and healing epicenter
a Lychee Martini.” At least she
lifestyle.
– with more yoga centers, slimming
didn’t invite me to a yoga session
therapies, raw food restaurants
or a 7-day juicing fast. Or those
to be based in a tropical part of
and detox retreats (far gentler
increasingly popular colonic
the world like Southeast Asia,
than their Thai counterparts it must
hydrotherapy treatments, which no
specifically here in Bali, excuses and
be noted) than you can shake a
one and no amount of money would
denials don’t cut it so much. With a
bamboo stick at.
ever entice me to undergo. I mean, I
If however, you are lucky enough
mostly outdoor existence, invitingly
Compared to the unhealthy,
warm climate and all that flesh on
gluttonous habits of my former life
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do have my limits. By Katie Truman
FOTOFOLIO
WALK WITH NATURE “In every walk with nature one receives more than he seeks,� said John Muir, an environmental philosopher from Scotland, which always reminds me of how small we are in this world. Muir also inspires me to preserve nature, as it is the legacy for our grandchildren that I translate into this photo collection. By Anggara Mahendra Photos by Anggara Mahendra
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Sunrise from the top of Mount Batur.
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Vandalism along the way to the top of Mount Agung, done by irresponsible hikers.
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The sacred Rangreng Waterfall in Gianyar. Locals believe that the river was made during the Bedahulu Kingdom around the eighth to the 14th century for agricultural purposes.
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460 rusty stairs leading to the sacred Guyangan spring in Nusa Penida Island.
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Guwang – a hidden canyon that is one of the best natural destinations located in the Guwang village of the Gianyar Regency.
ACTION&ATTRACTION Jumping from the 10-meter high Kembar waterfall is truly liberating
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SSSH…! IT’S A SECRET! REVEALING ONE OF BALI’S UNTOUCHED AND HIDDEN GEMS, WHERE YOU WILL GET YOUR ADRENALINE PUMPING LIKE NOWHERE ELSE...
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f you’ve ever thought of doing
to a secret garden and a waterfall
we were already on our way to our
a “road-less-traveled” kind of
jump as it only takes about 10 hours.
first stop, the Ulun Danu Temple in
adventure but you didn’t know
The trip starts early in the morning,
Bedugul. It was only a short visit that
where to go, I have good news
depending on your destination, and
included breakfast, where the guide
for you, as NEWbali offers
the Secret Garden and Waterfall
from NEWbali took us around the
just that. It is widely known that
excursion takes you to the Kroya and
temple, and believe me the temple
the North, East and West areas
Kembar Waterfall in North Bali for
looks really different in the morning
of Bali are much less developed
only US$ 79 net/person including
as it is really quiet and peaceful.
than the South, which means there
travel insurance, pick up service,
are more exotic and untouched
breakfast, snacks and lunch – I
was time for the real adventure.
places in those areas just waiting
would say that’s a pretty good deal!
From Bedugul, it took about 40
to be revealed. But before you start
After finishing our breakfast, it
minutes to get to the waterfall,
packing your bags, let me take you
EARLY RISERS
cruising along the long winding road
on a wonderful journey to a hidden
The transport service picked me
– but the journey was well worth it.
paradise.
up at 5.45 a.m. in the Kuta area
The entrance to the Secret
NEWbali offers up to three-day
and then continued to pick up other
Garden is located at Ambengan
trips, but I opted for the one-day tour
guests along the way. By 7.30 a.m.
Village – which I have to say was
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quite hard to find, and the road is
Taking a dip in the cold refreshing
only wide enough for one car, so
water is just what you need,
as you want enjoying this natural
you can imagine how glad I was
especially if you had any motion
lagoon, and when you are ready the
that I did not need to drive myself.
sickness from the winding road on
guide will take you to the next stop;
After driving for about another 15
your way there.
the Kroya and Kembar Waterfalls.
minutes we arrived at the hidden
Feel free to explore the area, and
You can spend as much time
Kembar means twins in Indonesian,
if you have a GoPro camera, this
and as you can guess, there are two
trek to the Secret Garden. The path
is the time to bring it out and snap
waterfalls very close to each other.
is not really challenging, although
some photos. The Secret Garden
you might need to be careful, as
is actually a two-tiered lagoon, so
FLY WITHOUT WINGS
sometimes it can get slippery.
you can climb up one side of the
Start your adrenaline rush with
cliff and reach the upper pool. If
the natural water slide at the
reached the first stop that is called
you want, you can even climb up
Kroya Waterfall – all is safe as a
the Secret Garden, a hidden place
further and take your first jump – it
professional guide accompanies
that even many locals have never
is only two to three meters high. This
you, and life vests are provided.
been to. The water is so clear during
is a good warm up before you take
Sliding down from eight meters high
the dry season that you can see all
another bigger jump at the other
is quite fun, although if you ask me,
the way to the bottom of the pool.
waterfall below.
it feels like only a few seconds. But
After 20 minutes of walking we
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paradise and were ready to start the
This view will greet you on your way to the Secret Garden
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Swimming in the crystal clear lagoon
for those who are not really used to any adrenaline pumping activity, this would be enough already. Not far from thus natural waterslide is where your next challenge lies; jumping from the 10-meter high Kembar Waterfall – roughly as high as a three-story building. This might look scary at first, but don’t worry as the local guide will show you the way by taking the first jump effortlessly. When you do decide to jump, you won’t feel a thing but a great adrenaline rush! At one moment
And for the record, yes I did
the water. And if you ask me if I
you are standing on a rock, bracing
jump off the 10-meter high waterfall.
would do it again, I would say,
yourself to make a jump, and the
It was one of the most liberating
“Absolutely!”
next moment you hit the water with a
moments I have ever had in my life,
By Joseph Wang
splash. The water is quite deep, so it
as once I flew into the air there was
is very safe.
nothing to prevent me from crashing
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BEYONDBALI
THE MAJESTIC TOBA OUR CONTRIBUTOR TAUFAN WIJAYA EXPLORES NATURE AND THE TRADITIONS AROUND THE BIGGEST LAKE IN INDONESIA…
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t was 75,000 years ago when
lake. And that was how Lake Toba
a mountain in Sumatra erupted,
and its surroundings were born.
one of the biggest natural
The captivating beauty of Lake
phenomenons that stunned the
Toba and Samosir Island – a small
world and changed the climate.
island nestled in the center of the
This eruption blew off the entire
gigantic lake - in North Sumatra are
mountaintop, leaving only a deep
effortlessly hypnotizing to visitors.
and massive hole that eventually
Not only for its magnificent view,
filled up with water and turned
but the fact that you are actually
into a lake. As time went by, the
standing in the bowels of a super
lake became home to a number
volcano caldera is mind-blowing.
of plants and fish until eventually
No wonder it has become one of the
Batak ethnics and some missionaries
must-visit destinations in Indonesia,
began to occupy the land around the
and I personally consider Lake Toba
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to be the heart of Sumatra.
Parapat, the financial center for the
This was not my first visit to Lake
Toba people, which is located on
Toba – I have been to this place
the shores of the lake. From here
many times before to enjoy its
the journey continues by boat from
beauty, but every time I set foot on
a harbor that connects two other
Samosir Island, there is one thing
harbors in Samosir Island; Ajibata
that I always do – deeply breathe in
and Tuk Tuk. Mind you, Lake Toba
the fresh air. And when afternoon
is so huge that a ferry ship – just
comes, I put my feet in the cool lake,
like the ones that take passengers
enjoying the sensation of the small
from Java to Bali – is used for water
waves hitting my legs.
transportation from Parapat to Samosir Island.
FERRY ON A LAKE
Toba people preserve their traditions, including their traditional houses
I always take public transportation
THE SAMOSIR LIFE
when traveling to Lake Toba. The
Ajibata, the first harbor, is a
journey is really fascinating as I get
marketplace with small shops and
to listen to the local people talking
cafés. The second harbor is Tuk
with their thick Batak dialect. And
Tuk, where visitors can stay and
outside the window the views are
where the local people of Samosir
truly a feast to the eyes; plantations,
live. One of the must-do things
pine trees and monkeys swinging
here is to sip some coffee in a
from one branch to another – it is a
local coffee shop where you can
road trip full of inspiration.
meet and exchange stories with the local people. I will never forget the
Buses make their last stop in
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Simanindo for souvenirs, as they are less expensive as compared to the ones in Ajibata or Parapat. Not far from there I could see children play with boars, which are often considered pets or even as a part of a family. The baby boars are playmates for the children in this area, just like dogs, their other beloved pets.
FESTIVE TOBA Toba is rich with tradition – you can see that ulos is a part of their daily time when some men in a coffee
the breath-taking views along the
wear. Toba people also preserve
shop told me about the history
way, you can easily lose focus.
their traditional dance of Sigale-
and tradition of the Batak people,
I finally arrived at Simanindo
gale, their language, and their
where I saw a Batak girl weaving
traditional houses. And for tourism
Samosir and Toba.
an ulos – a traditional Batak textile
purposes, the government initiated
– in the front yard of a Batak house.
the Festival Danau Toba (the Lake
to rent a scooter and explore the
Ulos is made with a Gorga design
Toba Festival) in 2013 — a much-
island. One has to be really careful
that combines black, white and red
refined version of the Pesta Danau
however as the road is quite curvy
to represent kindness. Of course I
Toba (the Lake Toba Party) that used
– especially when you want to view
couldn’t resist buying some ulos from
to be held in the past.
The next morning I decided
PHOTOS BY TAUFAN WIJAYA
which is believed to have its roots in
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Breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the natural view of Toba
I have attended this festival twice,
held frequently in Medan, the capital
offers a different atmosphere
and it is always very merry with a
city of North Sumatra, which is only
although they all share the similar
number of fun activities such as a
a five-hour drive away.
breath-taking views and tradition,
marlange (swimming) race, solo
The last festival in November
and all were born from the massive
singing, body building, choirs and
2015 was held in Berastagi, Karo,
an ulos carnival. There is also a
which is closer to Mount Sinabung.
I spent my last day sitting at
fashion show on an open stage. But
It is actually uncommon to celebrate
a café, sipping a cup of freshly
what captivated me the most was
the festival away from the lake but
brewed coffee – my perfect
the expression of the locals who are
Berastagi is also connected to Lake
companion for the afternoon
mesmerized by the glam and glitz of
Toba from Tongging or Sitongging
– while enjoying the view of the
the fashion show – it’s quite a unique
– the huge Lake Toba is accessible
tranquil Mount Sinabung and the
view, knowing that such a show is
from three sides, and each side
pine trees. The coffee had a strong
eruption of a super volcano.
yet soothing aroma, most probably
INDONESIA
because the beans were ground by the hands of a local coffee farmer – a simple example of how the magical hands of the Toba people
LAKE TOBA
take care of their land, which makes me believe that the pristine nature of Toba and all its tradition will always be preserved. By Taufan Wijaya
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CAPITALCORNER
SET YOUR GOAL! DISCOVER HOW TO STAY FIT IN THE CAPITAL CITY WITHOUT BEING A MEMBER OF ANY GYM…
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hoops that you may have already seen used by circus acrobats. Aerial silks and hoops are gravitydefying gymnastics made famous by the theatrical Cirque du Soleil. It is an artistic form of aerobics performed using two strips of fabric
he idea of a “workout”
hung on a 7-meter-high point, and
is usually associated
it combines techniques such as
with going to the gym
wrapping, climbing, contorting,
– once you set your
swinging and hanging, as well
goal, you will find yourself
as accomplishing inversions and
become a regular member in a
splits while suspended in the air. In
fitness center. But getting in shape
Jakarta, you can experience aerial
requires dedication and commitment,
silks at Power Swing Studio.
and after a couple of months
Meanwhile, the aerial hoop
exercising in the gym, boredom
utilizes a circular steel (or aluminum)
may hit you. After all, crowded and
go to the gym. You may want to try
suspended apparatus like a hula
expensive gyms are not exactly for
one of these extraordinary workouts
hoop, and gives you the opportunity
everyone.
and see if it is suitable for you.
to execute dynamic tricks, swings
Sound familiar? Well, don’t worry
and spins. You can try this at
as there are multiple ways to get
AERIAL ART
Balance Studio in Kemang, which
in shape in the fitness world and
If your dream of joining a circus
provides classes for all levels.
Jakarta offers a variety of workout
didn’t come true, you can still train
activities that don’t require having to
to be like one with aerial silks and
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This type of dance that requires strength, flexibility, control, and
balance, aerial silks and hoops can
work on specific muscle groups,
heart conditions, glaucoma and high
be physically demanding, which
Power Swing drills your whole body
blood pressure.
is perfect to get you in shape –
as in functional training, allowing
although you may need a lot of time
you to maximize your performance
BARRE WORKOUT
and training to master the tricks.
as well as to lift and move your
So you wish to have a lean
body optimally. Trust me, when you
figure like a ballerina? If so, the
POWER SWING
accomplish the upside down and
barre workout is the best option
Combining anti-gravity yoga,
stretch position, you’ll be surprised
for you. This latest fitness craze
gymnastics and Pilates as well as
to see what you can do.
combines Pilates, dance, ballet
using a multifunctional suspension
In a Power Swing session you
and yoga moves to achieve lean
device, the Power Swing quickly
will find it easier to move through
muscles, giving you a long straight
becomes an alternative workout
a range of motions while being
physique – without the injuries
amongst fitness enthusiasts. Simone
physically suspended. Your joints
that dancers usually endure.
Kusuma, owner of Power Swing
and bones are stretched slowly and
This exercise also good for losing
Studio in South Jakarta, explained
will become more flexible during the
weight, increasing flexibility, and
that this exercise is a comprehensive
inversions supported by the swing.
reducing stress.
strength and core training, flexibility
Not only energetic, fun and effective,
and inversion program.
the Power Swing is also amazing at
the workout such as ballet barre,
overcoming health problems such as
balls, light weights, TRX swings,
Unlike lifting weights that only
Several devices are used during
elastic rubber bands, yoga straps and hammocks. The barre supports your balance as you do exercises that focus on isometric strength training as well as holds your body while you work on a specific set of muscles. An hour of barre class will train your whole body and muscles from the upper, core, and down to the lower. Small movements are barre’s main focus as they control the muscle formation and reduce the burden on joints, ligaments, tendons and spine. The movements are performed with light weights and lots of repetitions and pulses to train the muscles. Barre classes are varied from cardio, basic to fly barre – you can opt for the one that meets your Power Swing drills your whole body
fitness level and goals. Why don’t
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Motion Blue, the place to unwind with some Jazz performances in the capital
an extreme sport for adrenaline junkies – anyone at any age can give it a try. Jakarta Climbers, a climbing class in Jakarta that was established in 2007, has made climbing a part of the urban lifestyle. Founded by Panji Susanto, a professional climber with many prestigious championships nationally and internationally, Jakarta Climbers provides wallclimbing classes not only for adults you join a class at Balance Studio
for beginners. This sport may look
but also for children, to hone their
or SOULBOX?
tough, but completing a climb is
motor skills. Especially for their
surely worth the struggle. Besides,
members, Jakarta Climbers regularly
WALL CLIMBING
there’s nothing you should be afraid
arranges rock-climbing trips to a
Keep your balance, place your feet
of. Both intimidating
carefully and firmly push yourself up,
and exciting, wall
and avoid falling down – this is why
climbing is
rock climbing is quite challenging
now not just
nearby rocky mountain for a real adrenaline pump. Climbing provides a great deal of benefit for both mental and physical health, as it not only helps strengthen your core muscles and improves your body endurance and cardiovascular system, but is proven to help overcome mental blocks as it increases problem solving and planning abilities, and improves your confidence, communication and
STREET WORKOUT In case you haven’t noticed, there are many “underground” Climbing provides a great deal of benefit for both mental and physical health
communities forming free workout alternatives also known as ‘street
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listening skills.
workouts,’ which are inspired by
Lesmana in 2014 that provides a
workout communities in Gelora Bung
a rapidly growing international
solution for anyone who wants to
Karno in Senayan. Expect to see
sport called calisthenics. It is a sport
stay fit in the city without spending
several groups exercising together –
consisting of athletes competing
too much money. WE is not just
they are not hard to identify as they
against each other by showing their
about working out as they also
usually hang out by the bars nearby
body-weight strength and body-
have social programs like picking
Gate VI in the main stadium area,
control in staged routines to impress
up garbage along the street during
doing pull-ups.
a panel of judges.
Jakarta’s Car Free Day.
Calisthenics, derived from the
So, don’t hesitate to come over
Street workouts can be adjusted
and start training with them. Fun and
ancient Greek “callos” for beauty
to suit your level of fitness –
affordable activities for a healthy
and “sthénos” for strength, is
meditation and clean eating are
body and mind are just around
actually one of the oldest workout
also encouraged for a better result.
the corner!
methods, used by legendary warriors
Interested? You can find street
By Amelia Winnie
to increase their strength. To date, calisthenics are still religiously practiced in gymnastics, the army and many other areas. Indobarian Calisthenics Street Workout, founded by Verdy Bhawanta, has gained popularity as one of the street workout communities in Jakarta that is known for its training of mind, body and spirit. The Indobarian method merges a wide range of different movements from calisthenics, freeletics, parkour, yoga, capoeira and even martial arts. Another option is the Workout Embassy (WE), a street workout community formed by Adhitya
Power Swing Studio of Mind & Body Jalan Gunawarman No.67, 2nd floor, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta (021) 7264766 www.powerswingjakarta.com Balance Studio The Broadway Kemang Jalan Benda Raya 46F Unit C, Jakarta (021) 78820016 www.balancestudiokemang.com SOULBOX Level 3, Fairgrounds, Lot 14 SCBD, Jakarta (021) 5140 0030 www.soulboxjakarta.com Jakarta Climbers GOR Soemantri Brodjonegoro, Plaza Festival, Kuningan Jakarta 0813-1120-9767 panjiclimb@gmail.com
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Peak To Peak Indoor Climbing Jalan Raya Serpong, Ruko Sutera Niaga 1 no.18, Serpong, Banten, Tangerang 0815-7427-6535 www.peaktopeakclimbing.com Indobarian Calisthenics Street Workout Gelora Bung Karno Sports Complex, Main stadium Gate 6 Jalan Pintu Satu Senayan, Jakarta verdybhawanta@gmail.com Workout Embassy Gelora Bung Karno Sports Complex, Main stadium Gate 6 Jalan Pintu Satu Senayan, Jakarta www.workoutembassy.com
BEYONDUPDATES
MUSIC ALL NIGHT LONG If you’re looking for a sophisticated place to hang out with your friends in Jakarta, just head to Motion Blue Jakarta. Located on the third floor of the Fairmont Jakarta, Motion Blue is the place to be to enjoy high-quality live music performances while indulging in delish Japanese fusion cuisine – a little bird told us the restaurant is serving some new menu items as well this January. Local and international musicians with music ranging from Jazz, blues and R ‘n B will make your dining experience at Motion Blue unforgettable – Motion Blue has hosted a number of famous artists such as Ron Carter, David Benoit and Lee Ritenour. Check out their website to keep yourself updated with this month’s line up. Motion Blue Jakarta Fairmont Jakarta 3rd Floor Jl. Asia Afrika No.8 Gelora Bung Karno, Jakarta, (021) 2903-9189 www.motionbluejakarta.com
Located at the Grand City Mall & Convex Surabaya, this special exhibition of the iconic Doraemon titled “100 Doraemon Secret Gadgets Expo” is not to be missed. Displaying 100 Doraemon figures in different poses holding iconic gadgets, this exhibition also showcases several dioramas from the animation such as Nobita’s Room, Nobita’s Dining Room, Doraemon’s Time Machine, The Birth of Doraemon, and Nobita and Shizuka’s Wedding. This special exhibition runs until February 14 with entrance fees starting from Rp. 90,000 for adults and Rp. 55,000 for children. Participants will get to enjoy various activities and games and bring home some exclusive merchandise. Tickets can be purchased online at www.myticketindonesia.com and www. doraemonexpo.com. So what are you waiting for? Come and join the fun! www.doraemonexpo.com
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COMMUNITYCALENDAR
WAYANG TWO WAYS Sudakara Art Space at Sudamala Suites & Villas proudly displays a series of artworks by two talented Balinese artists, Mangku Muriati and Teja Astawa. Titled “Eternal Line”, this exhibition will let you explore wayang paintings from two unique perspectives – Mangku Muriati’s paintings are created based on rules passed down by generations while Teja Astawa is more contemporary without forgetting the essence of wayang. This exhibition runs until February 3. Sudakara Art Space Sudamala Suites & Villas, Jalan Sudamala No. 20, Sanur, (0361) 288-555 www.sudakaraartspace.com
UNITED IN ART
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View from a Cloud – the organizer that brought you last year’s Art AuXion at W Bali is hosting another art exhibition that is not to be missed. Located at Ku De Ta, this exhibition titled “Mixed Up Unity” is displaying works by various artists among them Loka, Putu, and Krisna from Ubud, and Mersuka Dopazo from Spain as well as Irene Hoff from Holland – which definitely represents the vision that View from a Cloud is aiming to explore, by revealing and collaborating with talented artists, both nationally and internationally. View from a Cloud is striving to make contemporary art more accessible to everyone, so what are you waiting for? Hurry as this exhibition only runs until January 15! www.viewfromacloud.com
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SEE&SEEN
MY ROLE MODEL Ayana Resort and Spa hosted the ROLE Models Charity Dinner 2015, the annual fundraising event for ROLE Foundation’s Bali WISE program. Over 180 guests were welcomed with refreshing cocktails at RIMBA’s Orchid Tea Lounge before being escorted to the ballroom to indulge in a five-star dinner with performances by the Bali WISE student choir and well-known Indonesian singer Lisa Soul. The night went on with a silent auction and an after party at the UNIQUE rooftop bar. www.rolefoundation.org
FROM CHEFS TO CHEFS UFS (Unilever Food Solutions), a part of Unilever family, held an exciting event at the Hu’u Bar dubbed “The 7 Wonders of South East Asian Cuisine.” The event was hosted by UFS brand ambassador Chef Vindex Tengker and attended by a number of the island’s renowned hotel chefs and general managers, who experienced inspiring culinary demonstrations by seven executive chefs from UFS using versatile UFS products. www.unileverfoodsolutions.co.id
SWEET SIXTEEN It was an unforgettable sunset session as Hard Rock FM Bali celebrated their 16th anniversary on the fabulous Dragoon 130 yacht, complete with music by the radio’s own DJs Echa and Bian and guest DJ Angga. The party then continued at the Hu’u Bar giving away the grand prize of a free return ticket from Denpasar to Jakarta with Sriwijaya Air for the lucky guest. www.hardrockfm.com
Held at S.K.A.I Beach Club at Padma Resort Bali, the 5th Annual Asian Surfing Championship Awards Party was attended by over 150 members of the local and international surfing community to celebrate the achievements of Asia’s surfing champions. The evening included a multi-course sit down dinner and an exciting video recap of the 2015 ASC Tour season, and the trophy presentation to winners Raditya Rondi, Rina Kitazawa, Raju Sena, and Cinta Hansel was made by Luna Maya, one of Indonesia’s most popular celebrities. www.asiansurfingtour.com 68
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WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS!
CLOSING 2015 Located at the New Kuta Hotel – a Lexington Legacy Hotel, Bali & Beyond magazine hosted the last Recharge Night Party of 2015 in December. The night was made merrier with a fashion show by Monika Weber and Steve Martinez in collaboration with LV C&C Model Management. Guests from the hospitality industry in Bali were also challenged to join a photo contest in social media supported by Zona Wifi, and were spoiled with delicious drinks from Hatten Wines, Two Islands Wines, Dragonfly Moscato, Heineken, and Jose Cuervo. Recharge Night was also full of prizes – a two-night stay voucher at Conrad Bali for the winner of the photo contest and door prizes from The ONE Legian Hotel, Hotel Villa Lumbung, MoonLite Kitchen and Bar – Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort, Bali Dynasty Resort, Sephora, New Kuta Golf, Ungasan Hotel & Convention Center, and Hotel Quickly. See you at the next Recharge Night Party this year!
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ILLUSTRATION MAPS BY ADE PARTHA & RIO WEDAYANA
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INFOINDEX
AIRLINES
Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: (0361) 286-408 E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz
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■ AIRPORT OPERATOR Tel: (0361) 751-011
■ FRANCE
■ TIMOR LESTE
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■ GERMANY
■ UNITED STATES
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■ ROYAL BRUNEI
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■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA
Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807
■ MERPATI Jl. Gatot Subroto Tengah, 26 Denpasar Tel: (0361) 411-364 Airport Tel: (0361) 9351-011, ext. 5240/5242 Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741
■ MANDALA AIRLINES Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar, Reservation Call center 08041234567
■ NGURAH RAI AIRPORT Tel/Fax: (0361) 759-761
HEALTH&MEDICAL
■ ITALY Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org
■ JAPAN Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066 E-mail: denpasar@dp.mofa.go.jp
■ MALAYSIA Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai Kuta Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373 E-mail: info@consulmalaysia-bali.com
■ THAI INTERNATIONAL Grand Bali Beach Sanur, Tel: (0361) 288-141
■ QATAR AIRWAYS Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788. Departure International Terminal, 2nd fl. – Room OP.II.8 East Wing Ngurah Rai International Airport Tel: (0361) 9360274; Fax : (0361) 9360275 ■ DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 75,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for International departure. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011
■ MEXICO PT Puri Astina Putra Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 223-266, Fax: (0361) 244-568 E-mail: consulmex@astinatravel.com
Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For “Bali Belly”, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics. Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic drinks under various brand names are widely available and are known to replenish body hydration and replace fluids. For discomfort, diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy foods. Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe. Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun. Use high SPF sunblock and a hat. AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world. They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.
■ NETHERLANDS
■ ROYAL DANISH Sunset Road No. 89 Ruko Sunset Indah I Kav. 3 Tel: (0361) 821-6979, Fax: (0361) 7666-38 E-mail: danishconsbali@gmail.com
CLINIC&HOSPITAL 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515
(ARMA) Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229. Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm
■ ABIAN KAPAS Jl. Nusa Indah, East Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-176
■ ANTONIO BLANCO Ubud , Tel: (0361) 975-502, 975-551 open daily 8 am-5 pm
■ ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Pejeng, Tel: (0361) 942-352 Open 8 am - 3 pm weekdays
■ GEDONG KIRTYA HISTORICAL LIBRARY Tel: (0362) 25141, Jl. Veteran, Singaraja. Open 7am - 3pm Monday Thursday, until Fridaynoon, closed on weekends
■ GALLERY SENIWATI Jl. Ubud Raya, Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485
■ MUSEUM BALI Tel: (0361) 235-059, 222-680, Jl. Let. Kol Wisnu, Denpasar
■ MUSEUM LE MAYEUR Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur. Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday.
■ MUSEUM MANUSA YADNYA Mengwi, open daily, but often unattended
■ MUSEUM NEKA Tel: (0361) 975-074, 975-034, Jl. Raya Campuan, Ubud open daily 9 am - 5 pm.
Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com
■ MUSEUM RUDANA Tel: (0361) 975-779, 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud
■ MUSEUM SUBAK Tel: (0361) 810-315, Jl. Raya Kediri, Desa Sanggulan, Tabanan
■ BIMC Hospital Kuta ■ POLAND
■ BRITAIN
■ SPAIN
■ BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua
Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804 E-mail: bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id
Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Tel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296 E-mail: espana_bali@blueline.net.id
24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre, Dialysis Centre, Dental Centre. Kawasan BTDC, Blok D, Nusa Dua 80363, Tel: (0361) 3000-911, Fax: (0361) 3001-150
NEW ZEALAND Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au www.bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au
■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART
■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC
Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477 E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com
■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA,
MUSEUMS
■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN
KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com
24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre for non-invasive and invasive cosmetic and aesthetic treatments. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 761-263, Fax: (0361) 767-701
CONSULATES
■ RUMAH SAKIT UMUM PUSAT SANGLAH (General Hospital): Jl. Diponegoro, Sanglah, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 227-911/15
Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C, Banjar Umasari, Kerobokan Tel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165 E-mail: consul@balipolandconsulate.com
■ SLOVAKIA
TOURIST INFO. ■ INTEGRATED TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361; Tel: (0361) 766-188
■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL
■ BRAZIL Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005 E–mail: brazilconsul@bali.net
■ SWEDEN & FINLAND Segara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara Ayu Tel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211 E-mail: sweconsul@yahoo.com
■ CHILE Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783 E-mail: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.com
■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA Jl. Ganetri 9 D, Gatot Subroto Timur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 264-149, Fax: (0361) 243-747 E-mail: bali@honrep.ch
■ CZECH REPUBLIC Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur.
■ THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81,
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■ SILOAM HOSPITALS 24-hour emergency 779-911 Jl. Sunset Road No. 818, Kuta, Badung, Bali Tel: +62-361-779-900 E-mail: info.bali@siloamhospitals.com
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AIRPORT Tel: (0361) 751-011
■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta Tel: (0361) 756-175/76 ■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222-387 ■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41
■ UBUD TOURIST INFORMATION SERVICE Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar Tel: (0361) 96-285, 973-285; 8 am - 9 pm
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