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DAZZLING 18 ‘Om Swastiastu...’
It feels like it was only yesterday when our team did a photoshoot to celebrate our 17th anniversary, and now another year has passed by and our beloved Bali & Beyond magazine has officially turned 18! We know that age is just a number, but to be 18 means to be young, energetic and full of life – and that’s the spirit we think everyone need to have, no matter what stage of life you’re in right now. To live up to this spirit, we have compiled a number of special stories just for you. How about touring the island in 18 days? And no, we’re not only talking about the popular areas like Kuta, Seminyak and Ubud but also the east, west, and north of Bali like Karangasem,
COVER Photo by Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Menjangan and Singaraja respectively. Flip through ‘Lifestyle & Leisure’ to find out about the places you should visit as you tour around the island. You can also go hiking on Mount Batur and enjoy the view of the sunrise from the top like our contributor Gino Andreas shares in ‘Action & Attraction.’ And especially for the ladies, we have everything you need to get a stunning look. Our ‘Invite & Indulge’ will take you on a beauty journey to three different places to get a massage and get your nails and hair done. And if you need some fashion inspiration, flip through ‘Fashion Folio’ to see the latest trends on the island and how you can mix and match them. And speaking about trends, the newly opened Katamama in Seminyak is perfect for those who are looking for a hotel with current yet unique architecture and interior design as well as high-quality service – read all about it in ‘Rest & Relaxation.’ Now, before you flip through our pages, we would like to send our gratitude to you, our loyal readers, as there wouldn’t be an 18th anniversary without your support. So raise a glass with us, and… Cheers!
‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team
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BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. S. Parman, Niti Mandala Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222 387, 226 313 Fax: (0361) 226 313
AGUNG PARAMESWARA is a photographer based in Bali who freelances for Getty Images News. His work has been published by The Jakarta Post, The Daily Telegraph, Reuters, AP, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, among others.
JOSEPHINE MILKA S. was the Senior Fashion Editor at Her World and Her World Brides Indonesia. Since 2006, she has been a freelance stylist for many magazines like Female, Le Mariage, Maxx Brides and Hello UK. Now her full time job is as a wedding planner. 12
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GINO ANDRIAS
is a Jakarta-based travel writer. She began her professional carrier as a journalist, living in Bali for a year then moving back to Jakarta to chase another dream.
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.
NADIA BINTORO
YANO SUMAMPOW
took a master’s degree in International Multimedia Journalism at the University of Newcastle, and now has turned her passion for writing and traveling into a series of travel pieces published in a number of media, and is also working for an international environmental organization. BALI&BEYOND JULY 2016
founded Why Imaging, a professional commercial photography in Bali in 2005 that covers fashion, interior, food and wedding photoshoot and more. www.whyimaging.com, www.yanosumampow.com
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LITTLE MONSTERS
ECLECTIC TWIST
Joining the colorful Ngerebeg Festival
Katamama takes hospitality to the next level
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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE 18 DAYS IN BALI
The must-sees on a tour around the island
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DINE&DELIGHTS ART ON A PLATE
Dinner at the Kubu Restaurant at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
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Hot deals and promotions of the month that shouldn’t be missed
INVITE&INDULGE THE PRINCESS DIARY
A beauty journey to three different spas and salons
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PHOTOS & FUN FACTS
Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events
Snapshots and quotes picked up throughout May and June
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
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78 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses
FIRST COLUMN AND SECOND COLUMN BOTTOM PHOTOS COURTESY OF MANDAPA, A RITZCARLTON RESERVE, SECOND COLUMN TOP PHOTO BY YANO SUMAMPOW, THIRD COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF RAMA SITA SPA
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Admiring the sunrise from the top of Mount Batur
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LOMBOK’S GEMS Exploring Lombok with Sudamala Suites & Villas Senggigi
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THE SPA TALE Adopting its name from the legendary Ramayana story, the new Rama Sita Spa at Griya Santrian has officially opened. Consisting of three doubleroom spa villas in their Ayodya Pavilion, this wellness sanctuary not only offers spa rituals but also body and face therapies. In a separate area, the Rama Sita Spa also boasts the Alengka Pavilion where guests can come for a consultation and reflexology as well as hand and foot care. The spa embraces the Romantic Balinese Royal Family concept that involves Balinese songket, Balinese bokor and recycled wood as spa accessories. Among all the rejuvenating treatments available, the Rama Sita Spa recommends guests to try the three-hour Rama Sita’s Signature Massage that is crafted for couples yet also perfect for one person. This signature treatment uses Balinese flowers and herbs and gives a dancing hands sensation massage. Rama Sita Spa Griya Santrian, Jalan Danau Tamblingan No. 47, Sanur (0361) 288-181 www.santrian.com/griya
Time to roll out your mat! Showing their role in Anantara’s worldwide Balance Wellness concept, Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort welcomes everyone to join their 60-minute yoga classes every weekend during sunrise and sunset. At just Rp. 149,000 nett/person, guests can join the class at the beach deck from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. for the Sunrise Yoga or from 5.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. for the Sunset Yoga. Private classes are also available on the same schedule for Rp. 250,000++/person. All sessions are given by certified instructors who combine breathing techniques, flexibility, balance, energy flow, and stress relief during the class. Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort Jalan Abimanyu (Dhyana Pura), Seminyak (0361) 737-773 www.bali.anantara.com
Bring your little ones to experience the Mini Explorers program in Mandapa Camp. Located at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve’s rice fields, this camp is traditionally designed as a wantilan or a Balinese meeting pavilion, consisting of an organic garden, an educational farm, and a kid’s hut. The Mandapa Camp offers two kinds of programs, one takes a full day, and the other is half a day – the latter is called ‘A Taste of Healing Traditions’ and will have your kids learning five basic yoga poses, making a healthy breakfast, tasting and learning the benefits of all the vegetables in the organic garden, and taking part in a natural plant dye workshop as well as creating jamu, a Balinese herbal drink. Meanwhile, the full day program called ‘A Day of Eco-Discovery & Culture’ will take your kids on an adventure that starts by making penjor and canang, followed by visiting the local temple and sacred tree, making daluman (a Balinese jelly drink), having a picnic lunch at a traditional Balinese hut, learning the subak farming system or planting rice and going on a night safari to witness nocturnal fauna. Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Jalan Kedewatan, Banjar Kedewatan, Ubud (0361) 479-2777 www.mandapareserve.com
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SUSHI CLASS Welcoming the summer holiday, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua has prepared a Family Sushi Making Class at their Hamabe Japanese Restaurant. Families who participate in the activity will learn how to make three dishes including California rolls, hand rolls, and the participant’s own creative roll. This activity will be held every Thursday at 10.30 a.m., starting with a cup of green tea as a welcome drink. After that, the staff will hand an apron and a hat to each participant as the instructor gives the basic steps of making sushi. Each participant will go to their own station and start practicing their sushimaking skills, which include rolling, cutting the rolls, and creatively arranging the sushi on a plate. When completed, every participant will get a bento box and green tea for lunch, and the best sushi maker will get a complimentary dessert. Everyone can experience this activity for only Rp. 550,000 nett/person with a minimum of four participants. Hamabe Japanese Restaurant The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali BTDC Lot N-3, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-906 www.westinnusaduabali.com
BEDUGUL GETAWAY Planning a getaway to Bali’s highlands? The Royal Tulip Saranam Resort & Spa Bali gives you the perfect solution for your trip. Opening its doors this July, this resort is perched in the mountainous area of Bedugul, where rice fields and mountains are among the views from the room, the restaurant, and even the meeting rooms. Comprised of 79 rooms and 10 private villas, this resort offers several five-star retreat options that range from healthy lifestyle packages to honeymoon and golf packages. This resort also has numerous in-house activities such as meditation, yoga, and Ayurvedic therapies. Above all, the Royal Tulip Saranam Resort & Spa Bali is also completed by its Royal Dedari Spa, an outdoor Jacuzzi, a swimming pool, a fitness center, and a running track. If you plan to go on a one-day trip, the resort also has Café Toya with its Spa Food menu, L’Altitude with fresh and organic foods, and the lobby lounge where high tea is served overlooking Mount Batukaru. Royal Tulip Saranam Resort & Spa Jalan Baturiti, Br. Pacung, Desa Baturiti, Tabanan (0368) 21-038 www.royaltulipsaranam.com
DIM SUM DAY Spend a great Sunday by indulging in the Sunday Yum Cha at The Restaurant at The Trans Resort Bali. Whether you are an in-house or outside guest, Sunday Yum Cha will spoil you with selections of amazing Chinese cuisine that includes assorted dim sum and the Lamian Noodle Station, where you can watch their process of handmaking noodles. Sunday Yum Cha is available from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m at only Rp. 250,000 nett/person including iced tea or water. Don’t forget to bring your kids and your swimwear as you also have a free access to the Kids Club and the man-made white sand beach pool. The Trans Resort Bali Jalan Sunset Road, Kerobokan (0361) 898-1234 www.transresortbali.com
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DAILY COFFEE Located in the heart of Kuta, the Daily Grind has just opened to transform quality coffee beans into specialty coffee beverages. They roast their own beans to make the house’s signature blends, which are all perfect be it for a morning coffee or an afternoon delight. They can also roast a range of quality beans including wild luwak coffee, honey coffee and wine coffee, and create a warm drink from each one of them. Don’t get stuck on just the coffee aroma once you step into the café, because they also have a sandwich menu with the likes of a Smoked Salmon Sandwich and Tuna Egg Mayo Sandwich among others. Eggs
STEAK AND SUNSET One more reason to visit Jimbaran, as the Ayana Resort and Spa has transformed their fine dining Dava Restaurant into the new Dava Bar & Grill Restaurant, a seafood fare and steak house, which is now ready to welcome guests. This new restaurant stands in front of the resort’s river pool, which is the perfect location for guests to enjoy the sunset and ocean views while munching on Dava’s Lobster Bisque, Shrimp Cocktail, or the 200-day aged Stockyard Gold Striploin. A beef sommelier will greet each guest to make sure that they have the best grill dining experience. The Dava Bar & Grill Restaurant also has a martini bar where guests can enjoy aperitifs and a wine cellar that provides an Enomatic Wine dispenser for wine tasting before the guests start their dinner. Dava Bar & Grill Restaurant Ayana Resort and Spa, Karang Mas Estate Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran (0361) 702-222 www.ayanaresort.com
Benedict and an American Breakfast are also available in the mornings. Daily Grind Jalan Sriwijaya No. 11, Legian, Kuta 0831-1470-3800
One more local creation to complete your kitchen! Concentrating on dining and kitchen kits, KNOTINBALI is a local homeware brand offering products made of teak wood and crafted in Bali. The products range from cooking utensil, bowls, plates, and serving boards to sugar containers. Each one comes with a unique design, such as pineapple-like bowl and a wooden serving board. With their commitment to preserving the environment, KNOTINBALI always tries to use teak wood that was harvested legally from the Forestry Department of the government and privately owned land. Also, the products are made without using chemicals and each one boasts the natural color of the wood. KNOTINBALI Jalan Camar No. 56, Seminyak 0817-624-050, www.knotinbali.com
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HELLO, LADIES! There is never enough summer wear to buy when you’re living the island life, and Amiga is ready to supply all your needs. Inspired by Stella McCartney, Amiga focuses on maxi dresses with bold colors and prints as well as cocktail and evening dresses. Amiga uses material that is far from mainstream, and their fine cutting will absolutely make woman feel pretty and help them release their inner character. And now these timeless designs from Amiga can be found at their new store in Lippo Mall Kuta, which is designed with a Seminyak-feel concept. The new boutique is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Amiga Lippo Mall Kuta Ground Floor No. 10A Jalan Kartika Plaza, Lingkaran Segara, Kuta 0811-3801-002 www.amigabali.com
MAKE YOUR SOUND W Retreat & Spa Bali - Seminyak introduces their newest facility, the W Sound Suite, a music studio that offers high-end recording gear from Native Instruments, Pioneer and Moog. Partnering up with Coca-Cola, the suite is the first W Sound Suite in the world designed for professional recording artists, studio musicians, producers, and for guests who wish to record songs or simply brainstorm their music ideas. The soundproof suite is also complete with a lounge, a writer’s room, a vocal booth, and a spacious garden that guests can use to conduct private gigs or events. W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak (0361) 300-0106 www.wretreatbali.com
THE NEW STAR Escape to the newest Santika on the island, where the Ngurah Rai International Airport is only a 20-minute drive away, and Seminyak Beach is only 10 minutes away. Located on Sunset Road, the Hotel Santika Seminyak offers 108 rooms that are divided into three categories, Superior, Deluxe, and Suites – all have a homey ambiance with a touch of colonial style that is also applied in the lobby. This hotel is also complete with a fitness center and meeting rooms as well as the Merah Saga rooftop bar and restaurant and a rooftop swimming pool where guests can watch the sunset. Hotel Santika Seminyak Jalan Sunset Road No. 17, Seminyak (0361) 472-7111 www.santika.com/santika-seminyak
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LITTLE MONSTERS JOINING THE COLORFUL NGEREBEG FESTIVAL IN TEGALALANG VILLAGE…
was first born…
CALLING THE SPIRITS This ritual was created in the feudal times when a local ruler named
t was early in the morning when
the odalan festival at the Duur Bingin
Dalem Made Tjokorda Ketut Segar
a boy named Putu Pratama
Temple took place. Leaving Putu
pledged to organize Ngerebeg
joined his friends at the
with his friends I then followed the
to protect the village from natural
community hall of Bale Banjar
man to the temple that was standing
disasters. To fulfill his promise, the
Tegal in Tegalalang Village,
graciously with Penjor (decorated
ruler together with the villagers
which is in the Gianyar district
bamboo poles) and colorful banners
called upon supernatural beings
around 10 kilometers north of Ubud.
lined up along its outer walls. The
to assist them in guarding the
He looked really excited as a man
temple’s shrines were also wrapped
village. These spirits are called
painted his body blue, because on
with colorful cloths and adorned with
Wong Samar, which literally means
that day Putu Pratama was among
glittering, shield-like mirrors.
invisible people who reside on the
thousands of children and teenagers
The most awaited part of the
village’s riverbanks.
who had their faces and bodies
ritual is actually the street parade
painted to join an ancient traditional
involving the local boys and male
off or to provide a new place. For
parade called Ngerebeg, a unique
teenagers from several villages in
the locals, this ritual is a symbol to
odalan festival. Odalan is a small
the Tegalalang area, who are all
acknowledge the existence of Wong
anniversary celebration that is held
members of the Duur Bingin Temple’s
Samar and to show the villagers’
once every six months.
congregation. Their faces and
willingness to live together with them
“Ngerebeg” is defined as to ward
upper torsos were painted in bright
for the sake of the village’s safety.
makeup seriously, just like when
colors to resemble the supernatural
This belief is based on the Balinese
Americans celebrate Halloween –
beings and demons in the Balinese
Hindu’s philosophy of Sekala-
at least, that’s what I witnessed on
tradition. But before the parade
Niskala, an understanding that
March 16, 2016 when the peak of
started, let me tell you the story
the universe consists of visible and
The young participants take their
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about how the Ngerebeg Festival
invisible creatures. And until now, the villagers believe that there are at least 288 Wong Samar living along the rivers in the Tegalalang Village. This explains why they always prepare 288 offerings for those spirits during their major religious festivals.
A COLORFUL PARADE The Ngerebeg ritual started with a gathering at the Duur Bingin Temple for a communal prayer, followed by the parade. It was around 12 p.m. that day when the praying session was done and all the participants started the street parade, where they marched the 10 kilometers around the village. Each participant held a bamboo stick or a palm branch decorated with coconut leaves as a symbol of
the side of the road to enthusiastically
references. However, for the children
weapons – these sticks produced
watch the parade and to supply
like Putu Pratama and his friends,
noise when stroked. The participants
water to the participants.
any deep philosophical treatise was
also cried out the phrase “Pengayah
It was really interesting to see all
far from their minds. What drew
Duur Bingin” (servant of Duur
those colors during the parade – the
them to Ngerebeg was the freedom
Bingin) accompanied by tunes from
participants were wearing face paint
to paint their bodies in any way
the Beleganjur orchestra in the
and costumes that represented their
they liked, which is a pretty rare
background – both the singing and
imagination on the supernatural
opportunity, and to join in a festive
the music added a sacred ambiance
beings that are believed to live in
parade with their peers.
to the ritual. Along the route were
Niskala (the unseen world). They
thousands of villagers lining up on
were much inspired from many
This ritual was also to show the participants’ creativity in design, as they showcased contemporary
Painting each other’s face before the parade began.
fashion that drew inspiration from various parts of the world as well as popular figures. And as if the whole parade was not fun enough, the festival ended in the most joyous way as the participants raced each other to the village’s spring where they bathed and washed away their body paint. By Agung Parameswara
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ON OUR 18TH ANNIVERSARY, WE ARE EAGER TO SPILL THE REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD SPEND (AT LEAST) 18 DAYS ON THE ISLAND OF GODS. WHERE TO GO AND WHAT TO DO, YOU MIGHT WONDER? WE HAVE THE ANSWERS RIGHT HERE! By Suhartina Sindukusumo
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Go straight to Jalan Raya Seminyak, which is only a 20-minute drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport to get a sense of what the island has in store. There you will find notable eateries including EatWell that offers the ultimate crispy pork belly that has become the talk of the island. After that, get over your jetlag by staying at the Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana. Located in front of Kuta Beach, this hotel offers a taste of tropical minimalist design and five-star hospitality service with a rooftop bar that hosts a daily pool party at 5 p.m. www.pullmanbalilegiannirwana.com
DAY 2
Now let’s leave Kuta and head to Batu Belig Beach, where 707 Beach Berm with a thatched-roof bar and colorful beanbags is nestled. Here you can enjoy a lovely sunset while drinking Bintang, the leading beer of Indonesia, and enjoy music by local DJs that will set your beach mode on. But before heading to this dog-friendly place, have a taste of Balinese nasi campur (mix rice) at Biku. Situated on Jalan Petitenget, this restaurant is decorated with a Balinese interior design, and serves Indonesian comfort foods. The place is perfect to chill and read – and don’t forget that their high tea is one of the most wanted on the island. www.bikubali.com
Before you kick off your flip-flops to surf and swim at Kuta Beach, drop by the Balcony Restaurant owned by world-class professional surfer Rizal Tandjung. This bar is one of the famous go-to bars for surfers in Kuta, including previous world champion’s Kelly Slater and Mick Fanning! And if you want to check out the ‘old-school vibe’ of Bali, pay a visit to Poppies Lane, where classic restaurants and bars have been standing since the ‘70s. One of the restaurants you have to try is Poppies Restaurant, where wooden dining tables and rattan chairs are set surrounded by green plants. Here you can also meet Mbok (a Balinese term for older woman) who will not only serve you the rijstaffel and arak madu, but also tell you a lot about Kuta and its surroundings. www.thebalconybali.com www.poppiesbali.com
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Head west to the Tanah Lot Temple in Tabanan that stands on a big rock formation. An old belief says that this Hindu temple is guarded by a venomous snake under the rocks that is believed to protect the island from evil. After visiting Tanah Lot, go a bit farther to the Alila Villas Soori and stay at their Mountain Pool Villa, or at least experience the Alila Spa where organic nutrition plays the main role in their Asian healing techniques. Their spa has also won Destination Spa of the Year by Asia Spa Award in 2010. www.tanahlot.net www.alilavillassoori.com
From Batu Belig or Petitenget, you can reach Canggu in around 20 to 30 minutes on a scooter. Canggu is worth a visit for its healthy restaurants like Nalu Bowls, Betelnut Café and KOI where you can find the trending Kombucha and smoothie bowl. There are three beaches in Canggu you can visit; Batu Bolong, Berawa and Echo Beach – the latter is home to Sand Bar where a beach party is hosted from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. Before heading to Sand Bar, make sure you drop by Batu Bolong’s famous Old Man’s, a laidback bar situated in front of Batu Bolong Beach that adopts Thailand-style beer pong, a Jamaican sound party, and a car photo box occasionally. www.nalubowls.com
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Still in Canggu, you’re going to wake up to a rice field view if you stay at the Askara Canggu Villas. Similar to Ubud, Canggu boasts breathtaking greenery. And before continuing your adventure in Canggu, make sure to fuel up at Roti Canai Flow & Yonder, which serves some light dishes consisting of Western-style roti canai with bacon, mushrooms and cream cheese. Then head to The Lawn, an open garden located at the Batu Bolong beachfront, and get their fresh coconut drink and popcorn for a snack while waiting for the sunset. www.askaracangguvillas.com
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Start early to get back on the road and witness makepung, a buffalo race that has become a tradition in the Jembrana Regency. This tradition is often held as a major Gran Prix, and the participants are hundreds of buffalos with local citizens as their jockeys. If you’re lucky, you may be able to witness the Jembrana Regent’s Cup or Governor’s Cup that are held annually. Otherwise, you can still see the races while they are competing in seven circuits including the Sangyang Cerik Circuit in Tuwed Village, Melaya District.
DAY 8
Dawn at Bali Tower Restaurant at The Menjangan.
After watching makepung, have some downtime at Menjangan Island. As a part of the West Bali National Park, Menjangan Island is home to several high-end resorts, one of them The Menjangan. This retreat is not only offers idyllic accommodations but also a number of exciting activities, be it on land or in the sea. You can watch the endangered birds, go trekking or horseback riding around the national park, as well as kayak through the mangrove maze and snorkel and dive in the seven world-class dive sites. www.themenjangan.com
After two days of spending time swimming in the ocean, recharge your batteries by visiting Singaraja, the former capital city of Bali that is still full of old charm. Lots of Dutch and Chinese heritage sites are there, from synagogues to harbor and food stalls, all very interesting to see. Don’t forget to stop by Siobak Khe Lok at Jalan Surapati No. 66 to get a taste of Singaraja’s signature dish and visit the Lontar Museum at Jalan Veteran No. 20 where palm leaf manuscripts from Indonesia’s pre- and postIndependence era are stored.
Not far from the West Bali National Park is Pemuteran, a laid-back fishing village where you can spot around 60 Biorock coral-structure installations in the Pemuteran Bay. What makes this so amazing is the fact that the 300-meter length of the total biorock structure is one of the largest biorock projects in the world. Drop by and put on your dive suit to witness it up close with your own eyes. There are several dive operators that can help you to see it, or you can simply go to the Pemuteran Biorock Information Center at the bay. www.biorockbali.webs.com
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DAY 12
Now let’s head to Batur and make our way to the Trunyan Village, a Bali Aga village where the descendants of Hindu Majapahit live – they are also believed to be the original Balinese people. This village is situated at the edge of Lake Batur, so you need to cross the lake with a traditional boat to get there. Here you will also find the Trunyan cemetery, where dead bodies are not buried nor burned but are wrapped in white fabric with their heads still exposed and placed in a bamboo cage. You can also learn about the village’s culture and traditions, like why they restrict women from going to the burial ceremony.
While still in the highlands, it is time to learn about Balinese coffee in Kintamani, an area famous for its coffee plantations and agro-tourism that focuses on local coffee. The Luwak Civet Coffee Farm in Desa Sekardadi is one of the stars in this area. Upon arrival you will be greeted by the staff that offers samples of Balinese coffee and tea, and for a small cost you can taste a cup of kopi luwak (civet coffee). Here you can also see the coffee farm and meet the civets (luwak) – civets only select the best coffee beans, and the beans they have digested somehow have more characteristics that makes civet coffee the most valuable coffee in the world. While you’re here, get ready to fall for the pungent aroma of the freshly-roasted coffee and buy packs of coffee sold at their shop.
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Had enough fun on the highlands? Visit the Karangasem regency before you head back down South. This region is home to the picturesque restaurant Bali Asli. The owner spent years learning and perfecting her cooking skills to make the best Balinese food on the island – the traditional festive food called Megibung is the highlight that you should try. Do come around 5 to 5.30 p.m., which is the best time to enjoy the majestic view of Mount Agung or early in the morning as the restaurant offers a cooking class that teaches you all about authentic Balinese food. www.baliasli.com.au
DAY 16
When you arrive in South Bali already, you should visit the Sanur area, which used to be the most popular spot for tourists and expats on its heyday. This area is filled with beachfront cafes and charming hotels that have existed for ages. Sanur has been known as the place where the retired reside, but now Sanur is becoming more popular among the young and creative crowd. The Rumah Sanur Creative Hub is the place where indie gigs, coffee enthusiasts, and activists from different backgrounds and scenes gather in Sanur and make the area more alive with its events that support local communities. www.rumahsanur.com
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DAY 14
Before going back to South Bali, visit the newly opened Secret Garden Village in Baturiti. The Secret Garden Village is a compound that consists of a beauty heritage museum, a beauty factory and a factory outlet made by Herborist beauty products. The minimalist-modern design will be a nice change after visiting many places with Balinese architecture. From Baturiti, follow the path down to Ubud and you will eventually find the Tirta Empul Temple in Gianyar, where you can observe a local ceremony called Melukat, a purification ceremony – you can join it also, to clear your mind, body and soul. www.secretgarden.co.id
Start your morning by experiencing water sport activities at Tanjung Benoa. A number of water sport attractions are available for you to choose from, such as flyboarding, parasailing, banana boat, scuba diving, flying fish, and more. If you want to try all of them, simply make a booking on Tanjung Benoa Watersport’s website, a water sport provider that you can rely on. Then recharge your energy by viewing a flawless sunset from Single Fin a bar located at the top of Suluban Beach in Uluwatu. Aside from groovy cocktails, they also have the best spot in Uluwatu for you to see a remarkable sunset. www.tanjungbenoa.com
DAY 15
Halfway down from the highlands, you should spend a night or two in Ubud where wallpaper screen-like rice fields will pamper your eyes. You can enjoy the view of scenic rice terraces and the subak (Balinese traditional irrigation system) in Tegalalang District and watch traditional dance performances in several temples. The temples in Ubud host Balinese dance performances once to three times a week, but one of the most magical (and the oldest) is the one in Puri Agung Peliatan. For the admission fee of Rp. 100,000, you can watch the two-hour Balinese traditional dance every Saturday. Watch during a full moon as it adds more of a magical vibe to the performance.
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Your last day should end with a snooze at a beach club. Head to the Sundara Beach Club at the Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay in Jimbaran, a must-visit beach club with a 57-meter infinity edge pool that offers a great selection of cocktails and dishes as well as delightful Sunday brunch. You can get a special package too while waiting for your night flight. So, are you ready to watch your last sunset in Bali? www.sundarabali.com
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DINE&DELIGHTS
ART ON A PLATE INDULGE IN A FINE DINING EXPERIENCE SURROUNDED BY THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF THE AYUNG RIVER….
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nsconced within the
only do they have beautiful scenery
secluded complex
to treasure, but Kubu also has a
of Mandapa, a Ritz-
unique design as the restaurant
Carlton Reserve, the
is constructed from bamboo that
Kubu Restaurant offers
will make guests feel even closer
a dining experience like no other.
to nature. The details at Kubu is
Sitting beside the Ayung River,
born from the resort’s Executive
Kubu delights guests with their
Chef Maurizio Bombini, from the
delectable Mediterranean-European
menu, plates to food display which
dishes while boasting a view of
I personally think are out of this
pristine natural surroundings. Not
world.
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Dine in a bamboo-made cocoon with the view of the Ayung River.
IN A COCOON
pampered my palate with four
the Chestnut Espuma and Truffle Egg
Using an electric cart, I was taken
different amuse bouche. After
Custard respectively, served together
by the resort staff from the lobby
offering me some bread and wine,
to mark the end of the beginning
to Kubu. As soon as I stepped foot
the waiter – who was really attentive
of my dinner. The Chestnut Espuma
into the restaurant I was greeted by
– brought the first amuse bouche;
was combined beautifully with
name by the waiters – it was as if I’d
the Orange Campari Sperification
parmesan cheese and balsamic
been there a couple of times before
that burst in my mouth with its tangy
jelly, while the Truffle Egg Custard
when in reality it was my first time
flavor infused with alcohol.
that was served in an eggshell took
visiting the restaurant. Kubu is set in
The Orange Campari was soon
me to the moon and back with its
an alfresco style so you can easily
followed by the second amuse
savory taste and delicate texture that
absorb the positive atmosphere of
bouche, the Barramundi tartar,
mixed perfectly with the parmesan
the surroundings. But what makes
which was just as delectable. But the
cheese foam. The amuse bouche
this restaurant more interesting is
most outstanding of them all were
menu is changing from time to time,
that the private dining rooms are
the third and fourth amuse bouche;
depending on the chef’s creativity.
designed in a cocoon-style made of bamboo. Kubu has nine cocoons, each can accommodate up to four people, which is perfect for an intimate dinner by the river. Sitting in one of those cocoons overlooking the Ayung River, I was serenaded by the sound of the river flowing as I waited for the dishes. That night I was having the Degustation 6 menu (Rp. 700,000++) but even before the appetizer was served, Kubu
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Moving on to the main course
With Executive Chef Maurizio
was the Cod ravioli with cheese and
leading the resort’s kitchen team
eggplant puree, which was a show
and Indonesian Chef Bayu Retno
on its own as the waiter poured on
Timur as Chef the Cuisine of Kubu
the tomato consommé when serving
Restaurant, each dish at this fine
the dish to me. And then when I took
dining restaurant is mind blowing.
a bite the flavor merged beautifully
Once the four amuse bouche had
– the cod fish was perfectly seared
fully pampered my palate, I was
and the tomato consommé, which
ready to indulge in the Degustation
was cooked for one up to two
6. Mind you, this degustation menu
hours with chicken stock, was really
is delightfully delectable when
refreshing. The next main course
paired with your favorite wine – and
that followed was the Wagyu beef
dessert to cleanse the palate. Then
Kubu has an extensive list of fine
rib eye with celery yak puree,
came the Chocolate fondant to end
wines for guests to choose from.
the fine dining experience with such
Starting the dinner, the pumpkin
a perfect bittersweet flavor, as the
espuma was more like a bowl of art
chocolate was matched excellently
rather than a dish, as the bowl was
with coffee sponge on top of the
beautifully set to look like a flower
fondant as well as Baileys ice
garden. The bright yellow color of
cream and Sambuca gel on the
the pumpkin soup was adorned with
side. Pairing it with either a cup
edible flowers and herbs – and of
of coffee or tea to close the dining
course, this dish didn’t only please
experience at Kubu makes it even
the eyes but the palate as well. The
more delicious.
savory flavor of the pumpkin soup
And just when I thought it was
was perfected by goat cheese and
all finished, the waiter brought the
lemon confit that gave the element
Petit fours that consisted of sweet
of surprise. With extra virgin olive
mushrooms and potatoes as well as
light bites, like a chocolate puff,
oil, this dish was top-notch as an
breadcrumbs added for a crunchy
raspberry macaroons and honey
appetizer.
texture. The surprise of this dish
financier. These light bites gave
was in the slice of beef tongue that
such a sweet ending to the night,
literally melted in my mouth. All the
especially when paired with some
components were integrated nicely
lemon cello to warm up my body.
with the strong flavor of anchovy
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mayo and truffle jus sauce. Now that the two main courses
Kubu Restaurant
were already done, it was time for
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
the dessert. But not that fast, as a
Jalan Kedewatan, Banjar
small portion of white chocolate
Kedewatan, Ubud, Gianyar
flan with mint sauce and strawberry
(0361) 479-2777
comfort was first served as a pre-
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FIRST AND SECOND PAGE PHOTOS COURTESY OF MANDAPA, A RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE, THIRD PAGE PHOTOS BY RISTY NURRAISA
FANTASTIC SIX
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PROFILE&PORTRAIT
tourists were coming to the island. These festivals successfully made local bands like Navicula, Superman Is Dead, and others gain listeners and fans. But now it is not too hard to be heard as Youtube, Myspace, Soundcloud, Facebook and other social media can easily help indie bands gain fans. Yes, music is improving each year with technology, but the significant change is in the media we use to attract listeners.
SONGS ABOUT EARTH FOUR HIGH SCHOOL FRIENDS FOLLOWED THEIR PASSION IN MUSIC AND STARTED A BAND. NOW, THEY HAVE GONE INTERNATIONAL AND BECOME AN INSPIRATION TO THE YOUTH OF INDONESIA…
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BB: What is Navicula’s inspiration? N: We find inspiration in daily life, and that’s why our lyrics are about daily problems and activities. But our root is grunge, so our biggest influences are Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Nirvana, and other bands from the same genre. That’s why we are famously known as the ‘Green Grunge Gentlemen’ because we play grunge music and we care a lot about green issues in the world. But as a
his year Navicula celebrates their 20 year
band we are always open to ideas and new inspiration.
in the music world. At this special time, they
Each of us also likes other music genres like blues, funk,
take us back to their numerous achievements
reggae, and punk rock as well as contemporary and
including recording in Hollywood, being
traditional music.
th
extremely involved in environment discussions
and activities and supporting local foundations. Consisting
BB: What made Navicula interested in
of four Bali-born men, Navicula are known as the ‘Green
environment issues?
Grunge Gentlemen’ because most of their lyrics are
N: It started when Robi, our vocalist, was interested in
related to the environment, global warming, equality and
joining communities and foundations that focus on green
other social issues. Below, Navicula (N) shares about their
issues. He was also the one who wrote most of our lyrics
progression and passions with Bali & Beyond (BB).
and made the concept of our albums. So he started to
BB: After 20 years as Navicula, do you feel like there’s
issues. It was in 2003 that we started to add green and
been a significant change in Bali’s music scene?
social issues in our lyrics. At that time people did not
N: When we first started in 1996, the punk, metal
really care about it, but we saw it as an opportunity to
and grunge culture was trending in Indonesia. It was
help spread the awareness. So we made more lyrics
the beginning of the young generation in Bali making
about deforestation, global warming, clorophyll, and
independent gigs and inviting other bands from other
more. Then in 2008 people were more aware about the
cities. We were some of those youngsters who organized
environment when the Global Warming Conference was
the gigs, but at that time gigs were just for fun and were
first held in Nusa Dua. Since then many ‘green products’
held only in Denpasar. But finally in 2002 we ‘invaded’
were made and even the government also launched
the bars around Kuta such as Legian and Double Six
the ‘Bali Go Green’ campaign to gain sympathy. We
by collaborating with a local magazine and hosting
might be the first band who spoke up about green issues
regular musical events. Since then the local music scene
through our music – our ‘Kali Mati’ song is about river
has became popular not only in Denpasar but also in
damage and ‘Zat Hijau Daun’ is about a green city
Kuta, especially after the bomb tragedy in Bali when
attempt. We also made some singles that highlight social
international tourists were gone and only domestic
issues like the pornography law.
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PHOTOS BY NAVICULA
create lyrics and music concepts that related to those
BB: What are your latest songs about social activity? N: Our song and video titled ‘Saat Semua Semakin Cepat, Bali Berani Berhenti’ is about Nyepi in Bali. When the world seems to be revolving faster each day, Bali takes a day to slow down and even our economic activity is put to rest for 24 hours. We launched it a few days before this year’s Nyepi. And in April we published our ‘Kartini’ song and video to support female farmers in Central Java whose fields are about to be seized by a cement factory. BB: After 20 years of making music, do you think Navicula has contributed enough to Bali? N: To judge ourselves is quite difficult. But we think Navicula’s achievement has contributed a lot to the creative industry in Bali. By playing some gigs around Europe, Australia, Canada, Asia, and also recording in the USA, we believe we have brought Bali and Indonesia to the world. We are also proud to have won the ‘International Rock Competition’ against about 500 other rock bands from all over the world, and because of that we got to record our album in the legendary Record Plant Studio in Hollywood. In 2007 we were appointed as the Environmental Ambassador of Bali by the local government. We also made a regular tour to support funding Yayasan Bumi Sehat, a foundation that focuses on helping mothers give birth. BB: Any new projects to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Navicula? N: We are having a celebration for sure! It’s our 20th anniversary, so we will publish a new album this year, but it is still in the making. This album is more poetic. And we have a few singles that are ready to release, but we are still waiting for the right moment. There will be a live acoustic DVD as well without any audio manipulation. So it’s original Navicula without any touch-up. By Suhartina Sindukusumo
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INVITE&INDULGE
you are in one of the busiest areas of Bali. Friendly staff, a healthy drink and a cold towel welcome you upon arrival, as well as the spa’s vintage Moroccan-Peranakan style interior, which looks luxurious yet warm. One of the therapists will ask you to fill out a form and then suggest which treatment you should take. DaLa Spa has an extensive menu including
THE PRINCESS DIARY PAMPER YOURSELF FROM HEAD TO TOE PRIOR TO THE PARTY TO GET THE ULTIMATE STUNNING LOOK…
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tailored treatments that combine facials and massages. Based on my own experience I would recommend the Serene Package from their Spa Party menu, which will treat you like royalty. The treatment begins with the
ometimes it takes more
to D-day at the DaLa Spa in the
DaLa Foot Ritual using roses, two
than just a couple of
Alaya Resort Kuta, Bali. Although
slices of pineapple, oranges and
hours for a woman
located in the heart of Kuta, DaLa
mint. An aromatherapy massage
to get ready for an
Spa is tucked well within the resort
follows, with five different oils to
occasion. Whether
complex, which makes you forget
choose from – I personally love
it’s just another party around the block or a long awaited wedding celebration, you need help from the best to get a stunning look from head to toe. This series of treatments at three different beauty places will make sure of that. Now, get ready as I take you on the ultimate beauty journey…
BRIGHTER SKIN Let’s start with a massage and a facial a couple of days prior
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the Invigorating as the aroma of
high tea with some cookies at the
after usage. Their manicure and
lavender and eucalyptus is really
spa lounge after the treatment?
pedicure menu is extensive, from a
soothing. The massage treatment is
simple nail polish using Essie, Jessica,
even more relaxing as the therapist
DaLa Spa
Angel Pro, and more to acrylic
doesn’t only combine the oil with
Alaya Resort Kuta, Bali
extensions and anti-aging treatments
on-point pressure technique but also
Jalan Kartika Plaza,
using OPI. But my favorite is their
puts a bowl of the aromatherapy
Gang Puspa Ayu No. 99, Kuta
Premium Shellac Citrus Manicure that
oil under the treatment bed so you
(0361) 755-380
rejuvenates your hands using CND
can enjoy the aroma while getting
www.alayahotels.com/alayakuta
Shellac products that are made with
massaged. The massage is followed by
ingredients from the sea.
LITTLE DETAILS
Before the treatment starts
the Empress Facial, which uses
Located at Jimbaran Corner, Nails
the therapist will do the ‘Nail
natural ingredients that are actually
Department is our next beauty
Preparation’, the salon’s standard
edible. The therapist will cleanse
destination where you will get your
procedure to get your nails clean
your face using yoghurt and honey
nails done and get waxed. This nail
and ready to polish. First your
before continuing with a face scrub
salon may be petite but they have
hands are washed with sanitizer
using chamomile. Thin sliced fresh
world-class products and top-notch
before the therapist grinds down
cucumbers cover your face after the
service, emphasizing the importance
and shapes the edges of your nails
scrub to rejuvenate your skin, and
of hygiene as each tool is sterilized
using a nail file, then your nail plates
then the therapist will massage your face with chamomile oil. Afterwards you will feel something warm on your face – it’s a face poultice made of sesame seeds, lavender and chamomile to open your pores. The therapist will leave you with this mask for a couple of minutes and then return to clean your face with a jade roller to close your pores. Finally, a body scrub using papaya and pineapple from Pevonia that rejuvenates your skin cells ends the whole Serene Package ritual. This treatment is available at Rp. 950,000++/person and is designed for a group of three to eight people. It takes two and a half hours – which may seem long, but once the ritual is done, you may not want to leave the spa. But why should you leave so quickly when you get to experience
Choose your favorite color from numerous nail polish selection at Nails Department.
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bikini, Brazilian, and more. Each one is completed with a pre- and post-waxing treatment – Clean Me contains water and alcohol to cleanse your makeup prior to the treatment, while Comfort Me, Calm Me and Condition Me are lotions to make sure there is no irritation after the treatment is done. Nails Department Jimbaran Corner Unit 12 Jalan Raya Uluwatu, Jimbaran and once again, the UV lamp is
(0361) 704-675
used to dry the nail polish.
www.nailsdepartment.com
of nail polish from various brands,
LAST TOUCH
so I’m sure there’s a color for
Now, let’s head to the Rob Peetoom
are cleansed from the dust using a
everyone. But what I love the most
Hair Spa Bali to get the perfect
buffer. Next, your hands then will
from the CND Shellac gel polish is
hairstyle and makeup. Nestled in
be soaked in a bowl of warm water
not only does it dry really fast but
Kerobokan, Rob Peetoom Hair Spa
infused with lemon and citrus milk
it also lasts up to three weeks or
Bali is different from any other salons
bath and also scrubbed before the
even a month, depending on your
in Bali from the design down to the
therapist cleans your nail cuticles.
activities. The less you’re in touch
service – the salon is set beautifully
Finally your hands are wrapped with
with water or the ocean, the longer
with floor-to-top glass windows
a hand mask for five minutes for
the gel polish will last.
surrounded by a manicured garden
Now your nails are ready to
Now that your nails are done
and the team gives extra attention
it’s time to get waxed at Nails
be polished. The base coat is first
Department’s waxing space, which
applied to protect your nail plates,
is just next to the nail salon. Nails
and Shellac’s base coat is even
Department uses Wax Me with
better as it is rich with vitamins
Sugar, which causes less irritation
and moisturizer. Then your nails
and less pain with its natural
are cured under a UV lamp before
ingredients of lemon, sugar and
being polished with Shellac’s gel
water – it is even edible! Wax Me
polish. The polish is applied twice
with Sugar also benefits your skin
to make sure the color really shines,
by helping to conceal black spots if
and after each polish your nails are
any. Any hair you want to remove,
cured again under the UV lamp. As
Nails Department can help you,
the final step the therapist adds the
from a simple eyebrow wax like
topcoat to protect the nail polish,
I had, to upper lips, arms, legs,
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ALL COURTESY PHOTOS
rejuvenation.
ALL COURTESY PHOTOS
Nails Department has selections
to make sure that the makeover they do matches with your personality and features. That’s why, before the treatment starts, the hairstylists will ask you the hair products you use at home and your daily style. They
The tranquil view and design of Rob Peetoom Hair Spa Bali.
will also examine your face features and share with you how they are going to style your hair. Once they figure out the plan, they will wash your hair in the hair wash space that
and knew how to style it. As soon
is equipped with electric massage
as she was done with the haircut, I
chair and overlooks the rice fields,
looked myself in the mirror and I was
and then start your treatment.
very much impressed. The styling
“We always have a consultation
looked natural, which I really loved.
before we do a haircut or coloring
Marieke cut my hair to the perfect
to see how the plan will work with
length that exposed my wavy texture
the customer’s natural hair,” said
without making it frizzy, even after I
Marieke, the Creative Director who
from junior to top stylists - are also
washed my hair on my own a couple
took care of my haircut when I
trained every week to upgrade
of days after. Perfection!
visited the salon. “At Rob Peetoom
their skills and knowledge, and are
it’s all about communication. It’s not
working with current technology
– if you only want to touch up your
just about the haircut. We need to
to get the ultimate result. “If you’re
makeup or have a full makeup
be able to talk with our clients to
doing the perfect haircut with the
service, Rob Peetoom Hair Spa Bali
understand what they want and what
right products but not having the
can help you. Prior to the treatment
they need. That’s our philosophy.”
right tools, it’s not going to work.
the makeup artists, who are also
All the hairstylists - who are ranging
It’s always the combination of good
trained every week, will chat with
products and tools like hairdryer,
you to find out your skin type and
straightening iron, and others
the style you want. Of course it will
to give a 100 percent result,”
help if you share a little bit about the
Marieke added.
occasion you’re about to attend and
Hair’s done, it is time for makeup
If you still seek confirmation as
show a picture of your dress. And
to her statement, let me share my
after 15 minutes of touch up or 45
own experience. My main concern
minutes of full makeup service, you
from a haircut is that my hair
are now ready to hit the party!
would get frizzy if the cutting is
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not right. So during consultation I told Marieke what I usually do with
Rob Peetoom Hair Spa Bali
my hair and all its problems. From
Jalan Petitenget No. 16, Seminyak
those five minutes of conversation
(0361) 738-363
she understood my hair situation
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Our cork board of photos, quotes and fun facts that we picked up while exploring in May and June ...
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Crowned Diageo Reserve World Class Bartender of the Year in 2014, Charles Joly (CJ) has brought the cocktail world up to another level. This Chicago-based bartender came to Bali for a sunset cocktail session at Ku De Ta and snuck a little time to chat with Bali & Beyond (BB). BB: What made you decide to become a professional bartender? CJ: It was when I realized that I had the opportunity to combine two sides of my persona: the operations side, which includes developing, building and running bars and restaurants, and my creativity in hospitality and the freeform style of creating cocktails. BB: Describe your life as one of the best bartenders in the world in three words. CJ: Always chasing emails. BB: What’s your ultimate comfort drink? CJ: Old rum on ice. BB: What’s the most difficult drink you’ve ever made? CJ: Making cocktails for a guest that had lost their sense of smell. You have to get very creative in order to make a drink that is still appealing to this altered sense of taste. BB: Any exciting projects coming up? CJ: I’m continuing to expand my line of Crafthouse Cocktails throughout the USA. You can see what we do at Crafthouse Cocktails’ website. I also have a full array of bar tools and glassware that I design with a wonderful USA firm called Fortessa in conjunction with Schott Zwiesel glassware. I’m very excited to introduce professional quality barware to the general public so folks can make great cocktails at home as well!
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ECLECTIC TWIST THE NEWEST BOUTIQUE HOTEL IN SEMINYAK BOASTS THE HERITAGE OF BALI THROUGHOUT ITS MODERN YET UNIQUE DESIGN…
T
he opening of this
guests’ needs but also respects their
hotel’s Spanish restaurant that is
boutique hotel has long
privacy. On the day I visited the
adjacent to Akademi, on the way to
been anticipated, and
hotel I was impressed by the staff,
my room.
now that it is officially
who welcomed me at front of the
operating, I must say that
hotel and then escorted me up the
HOMEY SUITES
it was worth the wait. Located next
front stairs and into the hotel lobby.
Katamama has 58 suites divided
to its sister property, which is none
No, wait. This boutique hotel has no
into seven different types – the one-
other than the famous Potato Head
lobby, which gives guests the feeling
bedrooms are Garden, Pool View,
Beach Club, Katamama is very eye-
that they are coming home instead of
The Island, Pool, and Rooftop Suites,
catching as the walls are built with
walking into just another hotel in Bali.
while the two-bedrooms, which are
especially handcrafted Balinese red
At the end of the stairs lies the
perfect for a group of friends and
bricks. From the outside, guests can
semi-alfresco Akademi, the hotel
family, consist of Two-Bedroom and
see that Andra Matin really did a
bar that offers a great selection of
Katamama Suites. I stayed at The
marvelous job on the architecture.
cocktails. At Akademi, another staff
Island Suites, and I immediately
member welcomed me as if she was
fell in love with the design when I
design of architecture, Katamama
already expecting my arrival. Then,
entered the room.
also offers five-star quality service
helping me with my luggage, she
that not only accommodates the
escorted me past MoVida Bali, the
Not just boasting the most current
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All the rooms at Katamama have king-size beds and private outdoor
spaces. The Island Suite that I stayed in was located on the third floor with a spacious balcony complete with a daybed and coffee table, perfect for afternoon tea or coffee while enjoying the view of the hotel’s main swimming pool and garden as well as the exterior of the Potato Head
Some of the rooms at Katamama are completed with a rooftop, perfect for sunset lovers.
Beach Club. The balcony is separated from the room by a soundproof double glass door, so a light sleeper like me can rest well through the night
the island like ceramics by Jenggala
service at this hotel are very well
without being disturbed by any noise
and a handcrafted teak box made
thought out, excellently executed and
from the outside.
in Tukad Balian in Denpasar for
perfectly integrated. Hats off to the
Katamama also sets a new
amenities, and a hair dryer box
CEO of the PTT Family as well as
standard for hotel rooms in Bali
made of woven orchid vines by
owner of Katamama Ronald Akili,
by providing a private bar in each
Tenganan weavers in East Bali.
who designed the whole concept
room, all complete with a local-
Each of the rooms at Katamama
and collaborated with the PTT Family
made cocktail kit and ingredients.
are adorned with artwork by
Creative Team and Singapore-based
The interior of the room is unique
contemporary artists from Indonesia
Takenouchi Webb for the interior!
yet homey with red brick walls
and Southeast Asia, and an
on one side of the room and
installation of a quote written in old
when the hotel staff offered to help
solid-timber slats and rough pale
Dutch or German is also displayed
me with my check in, as all check
colored plaster on the other side,
in the living room. The Island Suite
ins are processed in the room. She
and wide teak boards for the floor.
also has a walk-in wardrobe and a
then told me that I could make my
The bathroom is also sleek with
wooden work desk. Honestly, the
own Mojito, which would also be
exclusive accessories sourced from
architecture, the interior and the
my welcome drink, in my private
I was still admiring the room
bar where everything I needed to make the cocktail was already there, from the ingredients to the recipe. Too bad that I’m not really good at making drinks, but that’s not a problem because the hotel’s bartender is ready to help guests create their own favorite concoction in the room’s bar.
ISLAND LIFE Since the hotel is located in the heart of Seminyak, Katamama provides
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scheduled shuttle service for guests
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The cozy main bedroom of Katamama Suite.
so they can discover the Seminyak
and one of them is Canaan, a living
also privileged to exclusively access
area, but what’s the rush? Instead
gallery that boasts handcrafted
the Potato Head Beach Club. Or
of going out, why not snooze by
artisanal products like ceramics,
better yet, take those hand-woven
or taking a dip in the hotel’s 130
linens and textiles from Indonesia
Dayak-style rattan beach bags
square meter swimming pool,
and Japan. Coffee connoisseurs can
and hats as well as Tarum’s rug
complete with a pool bar nearby
also unwind and sip a cup (or more)
provided in the room and spend a
where fresh drinks and light bites
of good coffee at the 1/15 Café,
day at the beach, which is just a
are offered?
while healthy food enthusiasts don’t
stone’s throw away!
need to go all the way to Ubud to
By Risty Nurraisa
munch on some delish vegetarian
experience the island life. Aside from
dishes as Alchemy, the island’s first
Katamama
MoVida Bali and Akademi, there are
vegan café and juice bar, has an
Jalan Petitenget No. 51B, Seminyak
a number of top-notch establishments
outlet at Katamama.
(0361) 302-9999
nestled within the hotel’s retail area
In-house guests of Katamama are
Seminyak skyline is spotted from Katamama Suite.
www.katamama.com
Entering the hotel, guests will land their feet at Akademi.
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PHOTOS COURTESY COURTESY OF OF KATAMAMA THE SANCTOO VILLA PHOTOS
After all, Katamama has most everything that one needs to
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FASHIONFOLIO
DAZED BY HEAT The dazzling life on the island
Photography Yano Sumampow (www.yanosumampow.com) Photography assistant Tony Antonius Wijaya Stylist Josephine Milka Stylist assistant Aditya Irvan Make up & hair Janaprya Model Sukma Astiti (I am Model Management) Location RIMBA Jimbaran Bali (www.rimbajimbaran.com) 46
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Swimsuit by Blue Glue Jacket by Mademoiselle Yang by Neli Gunawan 47 Necklace and shoes - stylist’s own
Sequined low back cross top by Magali Pascal Palazzo pants by ZARA Earrings - stylist’s own
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Brooklyn sport bodysuit by Pull&Bear Army jacket by ZARA Necklace by Blue Glue Earrings and shoes - stylist’s own
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Boho chiffon dress by Magali Pascal 50 Necklace, headpiece and shoes - stylist’s own
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One-shoulder bodysuit by ARTURRO (left) Sequined low back midi dress by ARTURRO (right) 52
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Bikini by Blue Glue Long knit cardigan by Magali Pascal Necklace by ZARA Shoes - stylist’s own
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LITTLELOVES
TREATS FROM HEAVEN DURING A HOT DAY IN BALI, A COZY CAFÉ WITH A FULL SELECTION OF GOOD COFFEE OR TEA TO SIP AND DELISH DESSERTS TO MUNCH BECOMES A NECESSITY FOR BALI LOCALS AND HOLIDAY GOERS ALIKE… By Nadia Bintoro
A
cup of good coffee or tea, some mouthwatering desserts and fast Wi-Fi – I know what you want from
a good café, be it to rest your legs after a shopping spree or to continue your work outside the office. These four are among the best cafés in Bali. Let’s check them out!
THE PETITE CORNER If you find yourself trapped in the chaotic traffic of Petitenget and need a quick hideaway, this cute
Walking into this café with its
you will see that their selection of
little café is where you should go.
simple interior, I’m sure you will
drinks and food is compact yet
Specializing in healthy selections of
feel at home in an instant. The
fully satisfying. A healthy breakfast
food and beverages, Home Mate
warm wooden furniture, the pastel
menu is available all day including
is a petit café situated on the dense
color palettes and the large glass
granola and muesli bowls, while
Jalan Petitenget, which also serves
windows – all emanate a welcoming
choices of coffee and tea are
as a shop selling home trinkets
vibe that lures you in and makes you
plentiful alongside their sweet treats
and food products that are mostly
want to stay forever. And as you
and cake of the day.
locally sourced.
take a seat and examine the menu,
As a tea lover I love their tea selection, which ranges from
The homey interior of Home Mate.
fragrant rice tea, to rose verbena and a variety of teas by Bellocq from New York. A simple tea ritual at Home Mate can be an experience on its own. My favorite is Houjica tea, a Japanese green tea roasted in a porcelain pot over burning charcoal. Its bitter taste is even more perfect when paired with Chocolate Jolly, the fudgy chocolate pop that melts in your mouth.
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But if you are keen for a more refreshing option, their Ice Yuzu Jelly is really worth a try. Served in a large laboratory test tube, this drink is made of refreshing Yuzu citrus with chewy konyaku jelly inside. This drink is surely a perfect companion as you escape from a hot Bali day at Home Mate. Home Mate Home & Food Store Jalan Petitenget No. 1A, Seminyak (0361) 473-1615 www.homematestore.com
SYDNEY STYLE A new gem on Petitenget strip, Pison Coffee is a Sydney-style coffee shop that is slowly rising to fame with its great selection of food and beverages. With its rustic industrial
are freshly homemade by the mother
ARTSY CAFÉ
design, exposed brick wall, leather
of the owner, using the healthiest
Amidst all the organic and healthy
chairs and vintage flooring, this café
ingredients such as coconut oil and
shops in Ubud, Seniman Coffee
will transport you to a quiet place
sugar so you can enjoy them without
Studio has long been considered
away from the noisy
feeling guilty. However, for those
a landmark when it comes to good
Seminyak scene.
who are up for something savory,
coffee in this town. Located just
the Red Velvet Ori Beef Burger is
steps away from the Ubud Market,
selection is simply superb. The owner
the star of the place. This burger is
Seniman Coffee Studio offers a
cum barista has lots of experience
not a dessert but who can resist its
tranquil haven for relaxation where
working in the coffee scene in
adorable pink buns made of beet?
you can watch Ubud’s slow life from
Australia, which is beautifully
Pison Coffee consists of two
And when it comes to coffee, their
its balcony. As a design led café, every
translated into their immense coffee
floors. The downstairs seating area
selection – Pison Coffee offers basic
has a few tables, a large bookshelf
aspect of Seniman Coffee Studio is
Espresso, Ristretto and Long Black
and a musician corner where live
infused with arts. The open space is
as well as fancy creations like
music performances are held from
filled with communal tables where
Homemade Nutella Frappuccino and
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. from Tuesday to
all sorts of “artists” congregate,
Hazelnut Frappe.
Thursday mornings.
while the porch is decorated with iconic plastic rocking chairs – each
Each drink is beautifully served on a wooden board. And
Pison Coffee
of the furniture pieces gives a
to accompany this black gold,
Jalan Petitenget No. 19, Seminyak
signature touch to the café. And as
selections of sweet desserts and
0812-3834-986
its popularity grew, Seniman Coffee
cakes are also available. The cakes
www.facebook.com/pisoncoffee
Studio became more than just a
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café. They also have a building
hand-pull or Italian espresso brewing
Seniman Coffee Studio is one of the
across the street where they run their
methods. Each coffee is served on a
favorite places for digital nomads
own roasting branch, Tetap Happy
wooden paddle along with a glass of
to continue their work while “hiding
Coffee Roaster.
water and Balinese jaje’ (light bites).
out” in Ubud.
With a well thought out design
They also have selections of fresh
and its own roasting branch, it’s
juices for those who are not really
Seniman Coffee Studio
obvious how serious they are when it
keen on caffeinated drinks.
Jalan Sriwedari No. 5, Ubud
comes to coffee – this also shows in
My all-time favorite is Seniman’s
0812-3607-6640
their selection of coffee beverages.
affogato, with strong full-bodied
Seniman Coffee Studio serves
coffee that blends perfectly with the
specialty single-origin coffee from five
fresh vanilla and espresso ice cream,
HEALTHY BOOST
different regions in Indonesia. Each
which feels like having your coffee
When it comes to coffee, Sanur is
can be prepared as per customer’s
and dessert at the same time. With
less likely to be considered as a
request, using siphon, pour-over drip,
coffee tasting this strong, no wonder
destination to go. But tucked inside
www.senimancoffee.com
a quiet alley on Jalan Duyung lies a sanctuary for the coffee connoisseurs in the area. Its name is Dusk Blue, a stylish and contemporary café specializing in high-quality coffee and a wide range of gourmet healthy foods for breakfast, lunch and dessert. The ambiance of this beach house café is calm and comforting with the domination of white pantones At Seniman, each coffee is served on a wooden paddle.
is minimalistic yet stylishly arranged without being overly pretentious. This café has two seating options. The inside is air-conditioned while the outdoor area is set in an open verandah with green vines hanging on the white pergolas. The two are separated by a glass door that gives the illusion of open space that is nonconfining and relaxing. Open from 8 a.m. to 7.30 p.m., Dusk Blue can customize their drinks and food to fit your diet. For vegans who avoid dairy products the coffee
An open kitchen where barista brew and pour the coffee at Seniman.
can be made with soya milk, while
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DUSK BLUE PHOTOS BY RISTY NURRAISA, ALL OTHERS COURTESY PHOTOS
and baby blue color. The furniture
the meals come in variations of gluten-free, nut-free and vegetarian or vegan options. Healthy desserts are also available, like Apple Crumble and Coffee Panna Cotta. My personal favorite is its healthy Power Juice (made of beetroot, carrot, green apple, baby spinach
Dusk Blue is decorated with light blue color which makes the cafe feel warm.
and watermelon). This drink is best paired with Chia pudding served with sunflower, flax, hazelnut and oats
care of the environment while giving
and some free-range local egg dishes.
an extra boost for your health!
However, the highlight of the café that I truly appreciate is the fact that
Dusk Blue
they are serving beverages without
Jalan Duyung No. 3, Sanur
plastic straws and use the paper ones
0811-3985-611
instead. Major bonus points for taking
www.facebook.com/DuskBlueBali
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ACTION&ATTRACTION
TOP OF THE WORLD FALL IN LOVE ALL OVER AGAIN WITH THE MAJESTIC MOUNT BATUR…
T
he first time I met her was back in 1995. It was 2 a.m. and everything was still pitch black. She was gracious and majestic with
only a few rough parts when I got lost and some locals brought me back to the right track. Her name is Mount Batur and she’s the second highest volcano in Bali after the great Mount Agung. But then five years after my first hike she erupted, spewing hot lava and sand ashes but fortunately not causing any casualties. Maybe she wanted to blow off some steam, who knows? Maybe. The second time I paid her a visit was the same week we as our planet celebrated the so-called “Earth Day” this year. She was standing as proud as before at 1,777 meters above the sea level in the Kintamani Regency, part of the Bangli area. The ground under her feet got denser, but the lush greenery makes her even prettier. Mount Batur is home to 15 villages, with Songan, Kedisan, Toya Bungkah and Trunyan as the main ones. My mission that day was the so-called “pre-dawn trek” arranged by Bali Eco Cycling. I arrived at The Lookout Restaurant that is located on the side of Lake Batur at 3 a.m. to join seven other trekkers and enjoy a hot beverage and some fruit for my early breakfast. The temperature was around 19o Celsius, but the hot tea
and black Bali coffee warmed us up and boosted our energy for hiking up the mountain.
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When the sky is clear, Mount Batur is easy to spot from Kintamani or farther.
lead you and your team all the way up to the summit. Besides, supporting the local community is always wise whenever you are traveling.
MAGICAL SUNRISE The two-hour hike started on a grassy soil path, then continued on to the woods. As we climbed higher we passed some lava rocks
IN THE DARK
wonder. It’s simple, as in the dark
that were slightly slippery due to the
We started to ascend the mountain
you can’t see the summit, which
early morning mountain dew, and
at about 4 a.m., even before the
means you won’t be wasting your
as a reminder a light windbreaker
roosters were waking up. Wayan,
energy wondering how much farther
might be required for those who
the guide from Bali Eco Cycling,
you had to go. It’s pretty tricky, but I
are a bit sensitive to the cold as the
together with Teknik, the local guide
will say that it worked out quite well.
temperature is relatively low, from
from the Kedisan area, led the
Please note that hiring a local
19o to 21o, and will stay around
way after giving everyone an LED
guide is necessary since there are
those numbers at least until sunrise.
flashlight.
four different tracks by which you
After a good walk all the way
can ascend the mountain. Each track
up with only a bit of gasping for air
Teknik reminded us not to be afraid,
is challenging, so it’s important to
due to the thinning oxygen level, we
as the hiking would be quite easy
know your own capability and be
finally arrived at the summit, where
because the surroundings were
open to the guide about it, so the
we trekkers were awarded with more
still pitch dark. How so, you might
guide can choose the right track to
hot beverages and a few light bites.
Before we took off, Wayan and
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Mount Batur during sunrise.
With a warm drink in our hands, we
As the sun got higher we
sat gazing at Mount Agung that was
descended from the summit and
stood there admiring her beauty from
standing in front of us and waited
explored around the caldera to
her foot, I remembered a quote by
for the sun to rise.
discover more magical spots that
David McCullough Junior that said,
Mount Batur had to offer, from
“Climb a mountain so you can see
emerge from the back of Mount
a small hole that spilled warm
the world, not so the world can see
Agung, giving us a magical view
steam straight from the belly of the
you.” That exactly what I felt when
to treasure. The scenery was even
mountain to a parade of macaque
I was on top of Mount Batur.
more breathtaking as the fog started
monkeys who enjoyed sharing fruit
By Gino Andrias
to disappear and the sunlight
and bread with the visitors.
sparkled on Lake Batur, which was
This was my second visit to
Bali Eco Cycling
in the foreground of Mount Agung.
Mount Batur, yet the experience was
Jalan Raya Pengosekan,
Trust me, this view is not just out
still unbelievable. Her beauty still
Peliatan, Ubud
of this world but it also washes the
captivated my heart, and I could feel
(0361) 975-557
tiredness away.
that Mount Batur is still “friendly” to
www.baliecocycling.com
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR HIKING MOUNT BATUR: • Wear a quick drying shirt so the sweat from hiking will easily evaporate while watching the sunrise. • Bring a light windbreaker. The chilly temperature can sometimes be a bit serious. • Make sure you have enough rest prior to your trek. • Wear proper shoes with non-slip soles. • Before hiking, don’t drink too much water; otherwise your kidneys will hurt. • Bring a walking stick if possible. • Be careful descending the mountain as some paths can be slippery. Try to sidestep to increase your grip and reduce the risk of stumbling.
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PHOTOS BY GINO ANDRIAS
At 6.05 a.m. the sun started to
the hikers. On my way back, as I
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BEYONDBALI
LOMBOK’S GEMS
SUDAMALA SUITES & VILLAS SENGGIGI TAKES YOU TO THE PINKEST BEACH IN LOMBOK TO EXPERIENCE THE LOCAL DINING CULTURE AND LEARN ALL ABOUT PEARLS. LET’S GET ON BOARD!
A
fter a two-hour ride
in Bali, are now filling up the island
from Padang Bai and
and definitely not taken for granted.
Gili Trawangan, the
And the Sudamala Suites & Villas
BlueWater Express
Senggigi clearly sees this as an
boat that I took from
opportunity for a tourist attraction. It
Serangan harbor finally arrived at
has been three years since this resort
Teluk Kodeq, the nearest harbor to
was first established, yet the team
Senggigi. As soon as the boat came
still strives to pamper their guests
Rooms on the second floor where I
to a stop, I got off and followed the
with adventures that are far from the
spent my nights in Lombok.
team from the Sudamala Suites &
tourist radar. They have explored the
Villas Senggigi who arranged this
Senggigi area and its surroundings,
furniture made of wood and rattan,
trip into the car that would transfer
all the way to its edges, and found
and very unique with its bamboo-
us to the property.
the ‘treasures’. And the fact that not
structured ceiling and thatched roof
many upscale hotels in Lombok do
that resembles a traditional Sasak
Suites & Villas Senggigi, the view
this makes the Sudamala Suites &
house – Sasak is the name of the
of the slow life in Lombok reminded
Villas Senggigi special. I was super
original Lombok tribe. A queen-size
me of the old days in Bali when
thrilled when the team told me about
bed sits right next to the terrace’s
lavish resorts were still far and few
the tours and local attractions they
door, which connects the room to the
between. Boutique villas, bars and
had in store for me, but first they
outside area that is filled with a blue
cafés, although not as plentiful as
took me to one of their Ocean View
mattress and cushions and boasts the
On our way to the Sudamala
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The room was so comfortable with
view of the Senggigi Beach, while the bathroom has a glass door that gives access to the outdoor shower made of bamboo with the view of the greenery. Could it get more natural than this? Yes, of course. Join me on my scheduled adventure crafted by the Sudamala team…
LOMBOK ADVENTURE Together with the other hotel guests,
already set up, adorned with trees
on banana leaves. It takes about
I hopped into a jukung (a traditional
and leaves as well as lanterns to
two hours to prepare, and the
boat) to see the sunset from the
add warm lighting. Begibung is
taste is rich with coconut milk and
tranquil turquoise ocean – this sunset
an authentic Lombok feast that is
Indonesian herbs.
session was made perfect with fresh
inspired by the Balinese feast culture,
young coconut drinks to accompany
Megibung. This feast is usually
Senggigi’s version of begibung is
our journey. Not long after, the sun
served on traditional occasions like
quite spicy yet so delish that it made
began to spill its most yellow color
weddings where people gather to
me scoop another round of rice.
of the day and the sky started to
eat with their bare hands. It consists
The night was even lovelier with
change from orange and yellow to
of rice – which is placed in the
an acoustic band playing Spanish
pink as it approached dusk. I could
middle of the table – surrounded
songs that made me and other
have just stayed there forever to
by Lombok’s authentic dishes
guests dance a little. After the dinner
capture this natural beauty if I had
such as ayam taliwang, sate lilit,
I went back to my room to find an
the choice, but the jukung slowly
kangkung plecing, sambal matah,
Indonesian folktale written beautifully
took us back to shore as the night
prawn crackers, grilled calamari
on paper as a bedtime story. Next to
started to fall.
and Lombok’s beef curry. The meal
it, another paper reminded me about
comes with portions for two to three
the next day’s schedule; a visit to the
people and is served beautifully
Pink Beach and a pearl workshop.
When we got off the boat the Begibung dining by the beach was
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The Sudamala Suites & Villas
Sunset view from the Jukung ride provided by Sudamala Suites & Villas Senggigi.
Pink Beach in East Lombok.
PINK PARADISE The next morning I excitedly put on my bikini for the adventure to Pink Beach. Located on the east side of Lombok, Pink Beach is famous because of the pink color of the sand that comes from the red particles produced by crushed coral. Mixed with seawater, these particles turn
local man. From the shells collected
workshop but couldn’t find anything
the sand a pinkish hue, which makes
every single day, Ragenda can
about him there.
this beach look unique and stunning.
make hundreds of pearl jewelry
In the afternoon however, when the
items in a week like rings, necklaces
of coffee that woke me up from
sun is shining on the beach, the sand
and bracelets that he sells at his
Ragenda’s pearl tale, I could almost
will become whiter. Yet the magic
workshop in Senggigi. During my
think of becoming one of those
of this beach is not only the sand
visit he explained how he works,
farmers who live by the Lombok
but also the turquoise water and
from collecting and choosing the
Sea, surrounded by beautiful pearls.
extremely low tide that make people
right shell as well as taking out
Besides, the sun was about to set, so
want to just bask in the ocean while
the pearls from the shells. Then he
it was time for me to go back to the
gazing at the hills surrounding the
showed his creations that are worth
Sudamala Suites & Villas Senggigi.
beach. Truth be told, I could lie
from Rp. 200,000 to Rp. 50 million
After all, nothing could beat a
there all day but another interesting
a piece! He also took me to his
cocktail at the resort’s beach deck
discovery was waiting for me at a
workshop where I got to help his
while I enjoyed my last sunset in
pearl workshop.
staff peeling, coating and cleaning
Lombok before heading back home
the pearls. This was ultimately a
the next morning.
Sea pearls beneath its ocean. There
pearl 101 experience for me, and I
By Suhartina Sindukusumo
are numerous pearl farmers on the
felt even more honored to be given
island, and so the Sudamala Suites
this chance when I found out that
Sudamala Suites & Villas Senggigi
& Villas Senggigi had arranged
Ragenda has not been exposed yet
Jalan Raya Mangsit,
for me to go to Ragenda, one of
on the internet – I tried to search
Senggigi, Lombok, (0370) 693-111
the home industries owned by a
Ragenda on Google after the
www.sudamalaresorts.com/lombok
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Lombok is blessed with South
If it wasn’t for the third glass
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stars of the house. My personal favorite is the Sweet Kisses, which combines guava and grenadine with the strong sensation of vodka. BART ARTOTEL Thamrin – Jakarta,
CHILLIN’ WITH SOME COCKTAILS WHILE ENJOYING THE CAPITAL’S SKYLINE… By Edna Tarigan
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(021) 3192-5888 www.artotelindonesia.com
COCKTAILS AND CHURROS ‘Porque no?’ is actually Spanish
he growth of skyscrapers
ARTOTEL Thamrin – Jakarta, an
for ‘Why not?’, and sitting on the
in Jakarta has brought
artistic boutique hotel nestled in the
fifth floor of De Ritz Building in the
in a new era of rooftop
heart of Jakarta. This rooftop bar is
Menteng area Porque No? is the
bars in the city. Boasting
pretty near Jalan Jendral Sudirman
perfect place to unwind for those
a beautiful bird’s-eye view
and Jalan M.H. Thamrin, the busiest
who are working and living in areas
of the capital, these buildings have
streets in the city that are home to
like Kuningan as well as on Jalan
energetic bars serving refreshing
many office buildings, and that’s
Sudirman and Thamrin. Walking
beverages for visitors who come
probably why most of the visitors
into the bar, guests can instantly
to chill after a full day at work, or
are those who work in the area. The
feel the fun, especially with the mini
simply to kill time until the traffic gets
interior design of BART is artistic with
Lego toys decorating the tables.
‘friendly’ before they go home. There
monochrome colors, which are much
Many drinks are on offer, but my
are a lot of rooftop bars in Jakarta,
influenced by the ARTOTEL Thamrin
but these four are among the top
– Jakarta, and the ambiance around
with their own characteristics and
the bar is pretty energetic, especially
delish signature beverages...
since BART has a selection of drinks that will freshen up everyone’s
ARTISTIC BAR
day, from classic cocktails like
BART stands for ‘Bar at the Roof
Margarita’s and Mojito’s to Martini’s
Top’, a literal twist to its location
and beer. But take a look at their
which is on the rooftop level of the
signature cocktails that I think the
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HAUSE’S SANGRIA PHOTO COURTESY OF HAUSE ROOFTOP, ALL OTHERS BY EDNA TARIGAN
JAKARTA’S SKY
Jalan Sunda No. 3, Central Jakarta
recommendation is Agnes, their
boasts the view of the skyline in
signature drink made of chamomile-
the Kuningan area, and is even
infused bourbon that gives it a sweet
more beautiful with hanging light
flavor, mixed with honey, orange
bulbs that add warm illumination
and lemon that adds a tangy taste.
to the scene. As a destination for
Not only do they serve refreshing
those who want to chill after office
drinks, but Porque No? also offers a
hours, HAUSE rooftop offers both
great selection of Mexican dishes,
local and imported beer. But for a
like churros. I mean, pairing their
different option try their Kombucha
red velvet churros with a cocktail?
Sangria made of fresh local fruit and
Why not?
vegetable, which will freshen you up and restore your energy.
Porque No? De Ritz Building, Level 5
HAUSE Rooftop
‘Supernova’ – is just as wowing
Jalan Hos Cokroaminoto No.91,
MD Place Tower 2, Level 6
as the others with its pop-art retro
Menteng, Central Jakarta
Jalan Setiabudi Selatan No. 7
interior and tropical setting on the
(021) 390-1950
(021) 2952-9852
outside area, which is adorned with
www.porqueno.co.id
www.hausemade.com
grass and plants and is boasting the cityscape. I mean, nothing could beat enjoying the city lights with a cocktail (or two). My favorite is their signature Soupanouva Cocktail with honey and guava, infused with strong vodka and mixed beautifully with orange leaf, citrus juice and pineapple. Other drinks available are the Singapore Sling, Margarita and Pina Colada as well as a selection of martinis and mocktails. These drinks will be even more
A glass of Sangria at HAUSE Rooftop.
delish when paired with the bar’s light bites like their Wursteller Platter or German hot wings.
TALK OF THE TOWN
THE SUPERNOVA
Since it first opened in the middle
Unlike other rooftop bars that are
Soupanouva Ecosky
of 2015, HAUSE Rooftop has
nestled in the heart of Jakarta,
GKM Green Tower – Rooftop
become the talk of the town with its
this bar is located further south of
Lounge, Level 23
eye-catching design that instantly
the city on the 23rd floor of GKM
Jalan T.B. Simatupang Kav. 89 G,
attracts the people in the capital.
Tower on Jalan T.B. Simatupang.
South Jakarta
Nestled on the sixth floor of MD
But even so, Soupanova Ecosky
(021) 2787-8017
Place Tower 2, this rooftop bar
– ‘Soupanouva’ is originally from
www.soupanova.co.id
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One of the most anticipated festivals on the island is back! The Ubud Village Jazz Festival is going to rock the town once again in its fourth year of running this August 12 and 13. Held at the ARMA Museum with the theme “Embracing Uniqueness and Tolerance”, the Ubud Village Jazz Festival 2016 expects a great number of international and national musicians to come and perform live on three different stages – among the stars are the LOUIS! Project from Holland, the Youn Woo Park Trio from Korea, the Yuko Shirota quartet from Japan and world-class bass player Reuben Rogers from the USA. The Indonesian legendary jazz musicians who will perform at the festival are Margie Segers, Oele Pattiselano and Jeffrey Tahalele, along with other local talent like Mia Samira and Salamander Big Band. The Ubud Village Jazz Festival will also treat the guests to a wonderful culinary experience by hosting a number of food stalls and a one-hour free flow wine session by Plaga Wine. And for the third time in a row the festival is collaborating with the Bali Jazz Summer School to help promote jazz in Indonesia by hosting music classes prior to the festival. Log on to www. balijazzsummerschool.com to join the class or click on the following website for more details. www.ubudvillagejazzfestival.com
PHOTOS COURTESY OF MATTHEW OLDFIELD, AGUS WIRYADHI SAIDI, PUTU WIT AND SURYA SANTOSA
COMMUNITYCALENDAR
LIVELY UBUD
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BANG IT! Bang & Olufsen (B&O) has officially opened their second door on the island, this one located at Sunset Road No. 55. The opening of the store was attended by more than 50 people wearing all white, and was also marked by the introduction of the audio product BeoPlay A9 Special Edition Cover by Iwan Tirta Private Collection, which was exclusively dedicated to B&O Bali showroom. www.bang-olufsen.dk
SUNSET SHOW Tjok Abi, one of The Best 10 Selected Indonesian Designers by Fashion TV France during the 3rd Bali Fashion Week held a fashion show at Anantara Uluwatu, with an “Ardhanareswari” theme. Held around Anantara’s cliff-front infinity pool on June 3 during sunset, the fashion show presented 30 attires that exposed Balinese pattern heritage including poleng, tenun ikat, and songket. www.bali-uluwatu.anantara.com
SHARING INSPIRATION The annual TEDx Ubud made a great come back at the Fivelements at Puri Ahimsa. A total of 14 speakers from different background including artists, green activists and many others showed up on stage to share their ideas – among them were Indosole’s founder Kyle Parsons, first Muslim Stand-up Comic Sakdiyah Ma’ruf and the Green School students who are also founders of Bye Bye Plastic Bags, Melati and Isabel. www.tedxubud.com
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BARTENDERS GALORE Presenting 29 of the best bartenders from seven countries, this year’s South East Asia World Class Finals 2016 were held at the Alila Seminyak Bali. The competition was organized by Diageo, the world-renowned premium drink company with judges from the Global World Class Winners including Charles Joly and Dennis Tamse. Beating 28 competitors that included five bartenders from Indonesia, Eko Prabowo from The Tavern in Semarang won the South East Asia Bartender of the Year award and will represent Indonesia in the World Class Global Finals in September in USA. www.diageo.com
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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,
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■ 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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