Bali & Beyond Magazine November 2014

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

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I TAKE THEE

STUNNING VENUES FOR INTIMATE WEDDINGS IN BALI

BE STILL

MY HEART

THE DREAMY ALILA VILLAS ULUWATU IS PERFECT FOR THOSE UNDER CUPID’S SPELL

ISLAND OF ROMANCE BALI’S STUNNING NATURAL BEAUTY WILL SWEEP YOU OFF YOUR FEET

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ISLAND OF ROMANCE ‘Om Swastiastu...’

Did you know that these last couple of months happened to be one of the busiest times for weddings on this island? We realize that many of our readers might have already been through the ‘wedding stage’ of their life, so instead of dedicating this edition to weddings we decided to have the articles revolve around the theme of romance.

In DINE & DELIGHTS you can read about three superb venues for memorable dinners a deux, whether you’re still in the wooing stage, looking to pop the question

COVER Courtesy of Axioo

or want to celebrate a long-lasting love. In CRAFT & CULTURE we discuss Balinese weddings while REST & RELAXATION gives you a sneak peek into the Alila Villas Uluwatu, one of the many places dotting the island that is sought after by loved-ups.

Turn to FOTO FOLIO for images courtesy of Axioo, a company that is adept at capturing special moments, from weddings to family time. As for those who are indeed prepping for their wedding, we’ve got a compilation of five breathtaking wedding venues around the island as well as a quick Q & A with one of Bali’s senior wedding organizers. Who knows, you might pick up some tips for your big day!

We hope you enjoy flipping through this edition and we hope you have a great time on the island! May love – in all its forms – grace every day of your stay.

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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

is a professional Longboard Skateboarder living in Bali. His passions include writing, photography, extreme sports and representing professional musicians as an Artist Liaison. www.VicariousBob.com

is a Balinese photographer based in Denpasar. He is currently working on personal documentary projects related to cultural, social, and environmental issues.

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is a freelance writer who lives in Bali. She explores Bali and beyond and writes about culture, travel hotspots and wildlife adventures. Her published work can be found on www.travelwriter.ws.

is a business journalist and writer based in Jakarta. Her interests include politics, the economy, and social and cultural issues.

is an avid traveler and photographer and spends most of his time exploring the wonders of Indonesia.

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MARRIAGE IN HINDU BALI

BE STILL MY HEART

CRAFT&CULTURE

Why Balinese Hindu parents strongly urge their children to marry

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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE TILL DEATH DO US PART

Four of our favorite venues for intimate weddings on the island

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DINE&DELIGHTS EAT, PAY, LOVE

You can’t go wrong with romantic dining in Bali. Here are three of our favorites!

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Perched atop a cliff, the Alila Villas Uluwatu provide a dreamy setting for couples under Cupid’s spell

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PONDERINGPOINT CHARMED LIFE

Musings on how life in ‘paradise’ can be difficult for outsiders to understand

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

THE WEDDING PLANNER Q & A with M.H. Gusri, a wedding consultant in Bali for almost two decades

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

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

BEAUTIFUL STRANGER The first time that you see him you spot him from afar…

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

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SIGHTS&SOUNDS

PHOTOS & FUN FACTS Snapshots and quotes picked up throughout September and October

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FOTOFOLIO I TAKE THEE

Bali provides a gorgeous backdrop for people celebrating their nuptials, as captured by Axioo

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

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

86 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses

FIRST COLUMN COURTESY OF ALILA VILLAS ULUWATU, SECOND COLUMN COURTESY OF AXIOO, THIRD COLUMN COURTESY OF GRAND NIKKO BALI

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ACTION&ATTRACTION There’s something about hot molten glass being transformed into beautiful pieces of art…

HILLTOP HIGH

The lovely MesaStila and the historical sites in Central Java near the retreat

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UNCOVERING TREASURES Discover marvelous artwork and rich personal stories belonging to the artists at Pasar Seni in Jakarta

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WHERE GLASS COMES ALIVE

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STAY COOL! Just in time for this extremely hot weather, the Padma Resort Bali at Legian has introduced a new selection of sangria. The resort’s take on this refreshing beverage includes a ‘Sparkling Fruit Sun-Gria’ (sparkling wine, Sunkist oranges, blueberries and strawberries), a ‘Watermelon Sun-Gria’ (wine, watermelon juice, vodka, triple sec, cubed watermelon, lime and orange) and a number of other options. These delicious thirst quenchers are available at the Barong Pool Bar and Seruni Pool Bar for Rp. 118,000 net/glass or Rp. 450,000 net/carafe.

Padma Resort Bali at Legian Jalan Padma No. 1, Legian (0361) 752-111 www.padmaresortbali.com

BRUNCH AT BENKAY Delight in the array of authentic Japanese food from talented Japanese chef Goda Katsumi at the Benkay Japanese Restaurant. The buffet of sushi, sashimi, okonomiyaki, Japanese curry, oden, soba noodles, shabu-shabu, tempura and more are yours for the taking for only Rp. 480,000 net/person. Sunday Brunch is available from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. and includes free flow green tea as well as a complimentary sake shooter or Sapporo beer. Head down to the resort’s four interconnected pools afterwards to spend the rest of your lazy Sunday by the water, as your brunch entitles you to the use of the hotel facilities for the day.

Grand Nikko Bali Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua (0361) 773-377 www.grandnikkobali.com

The Bali Tourist Card just launched at the end of October and offers tourists numerous deals and discounts around the island, all from handpicked venues based on value for money. The card expires when your tourist visa ends (max 60 days), but can also be recharged like a pre-paid phone card if you return for another visit. A percentage of the revenue from every card sold will go towards The Safe Childhoods Foundation, which works to stop the trafficking and exploitation of children, as well as Yayasan Cahaya Mutiara, which supports disabled children and adults. Register online at their website. www.balitouristcard.com

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ENJOY & SAVE

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LUXURY ENCLAVE The Sentosa Residence Umalas is the newest project by the award winning Sentosa Worldwide Resorts and offers resortlike residences sprawled across 6.5 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens. Choose from their spacious One or Two Bedroom Villas and Three Bedroom Residences in white colonial style designed by Noboyuki Narabayashi (PT Desain Sembilan). Enjoy the facilities that include a clubhouse with an Olympic size swimming pool, a medical center, an outdoor cinema and a gym, as well as round-theclock security. There is currently an exciting launch promo available for the first 25% per category type.

Sentosa Residence Umalas Jalan Bumbak Dauh, Kerobokan (0361) 401-3671 www.sentosaumalas.com

COUNTER THE YEARS A new facial treatment is now available at the exquisite Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay – the revolutionary PURE® TDA Facial. Developed by spa specialist A.W. LAKE from Singapore, in conjunction with MedDrop (Germany) and ArivinePharma (Switzerland), the active ingredients in the PURE® TDA system improve circulation and cellular metabolism by reaching the cell core non-invasively (no pain or use of needles!). A 60-minute session swiftly minimizes the appearance of wrinkles, irritation and acne; prices for the facial start at Rp. 1,800,000++.

The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, Jimbaran (0361) 701-010 www.fourseasons.com/jimbaranbay

Pamper yourself at the Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel’s Discovery Spa with a Balinese Coffee Scrub combined with a Hot Stone Massage! For Rp. 550,000++/person or Rp. 950,000++/couple, the 150-minute treatment will exfoliate your skin and release toxins as well as reduce the appearance of cellulite. Contact the hotel for further information or to make a reservation.

Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta (0361) 751-067 www.discoverykartikaplaza.com

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THE BENEFITS OF COFFEE

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TECH SAVVY Why wait to check-in and checkout when it can be done from your phone? The Courtyard by Marriott Bali Nusa Dua has launched a oneof-a-kind mobile service through the widely popular Marriott Mobile App. Check-in can be done the day before arrival (after 4 p.m.), after which Marriott Rewards members will receive an automatic notification when the room is ready. Upon arrival, simply pick up the key card at the designated desk and off you go!

The Marriott Mobile app is available for download from the iTunes Store and Google Play.

Courtyard by Marriott Bali Nusa Dua BTDC Lot SW1, Nusa Dua (0361) 300-3888 www.courtyardmarriottbali.com

WHATEVER LOLA WANTS… The L Hotel Seminyak’s LOLA restaurant offers an intimate atmosphere that seats up to 24 diners. The sexy boudoirinspired interior and touches of black lace make it the perfect date spot, especially for adventurous couples that want a taste of Indonesia’s vast culinary offerings.

Every dish is presented artfully and prepared beautifully, like the delicious Nasi Cobek. Ask about wine pairing suggestions to complement these robust local flavors.

LOLA at L Hotel Seminyak Jalan Raya Petitenget 8L, Seminyak (0361) 894-7898, www.thelhotels.com

The AYANA Resort & Spa recently introduced SKY, an extraordinary new wedding venue perched 35 meters above the sea. Aside from the ample space, what is particularly striking is the wedding deck that extends 3.5 meters out from the cliff edge and offers panoramic views of the sea. SKY can accommodate both intimate ceremonies and large-scale weddings, holding up to 1,000 guests seated or 2,000 cocktail style. The beautiful venue – part of the multi-million dollar upgrade to AYANA’s meeting and event facilities – is a welcome addition to the island.

AYANA Resort and Spa Bali Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran (0361) 702-222 www.ayanaresort.com

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FULL MOON IN GIANYAR Puri Agung Soma Negare Pejeng proudly presented the ‘Cultural Wonders of The Royal Pejeng Perfomance’ on October 8 under the full moon. One hundred local dancers presented a blend of Balinese ancient, traditional and contemporary art with ‘The Death of Kumbakarna,’ a dramatic 50-minute show that included a 5 meter-high puppet, masked dancers, monkey troupes and Kecak dancers. This show will be held monthly during every full moon and aims to revive the culture and heritage of the Pejeng Historical Village, as a new tourist destination in Gianyar.

PERFECT SECLUSION The latest addition to the exclusive BTDC enclave is the Centara Grand Villas Nusa Dua Bali. Operated by Thailand’s Centara Hotels & Resorts, this lush and secluded resort features 14 luxury pool villas with options of one, two and three bedrooms.

All villas are designed with Peranakan style and boast a spacious interior, a large sundeck, and a very special circular outdoor tub in a sectioned-off canopied area overlooking the pool. Outside guests are especially welcome to try the onsite Food & Beverage outlets, including the Chinese restaurant Ru Yi, which offers delicious Mainland China and Hong Kong cuisine.

Centara Grand Villas Nusa Dua, BTDC Lot NW 2 & 3, Nusa Dua (0361) 773-300, www.centarahotelsresorts.com

For the third time in a row, the Bali Dynasty Resort has been voted the number one choice in Bali by readers of the Australian publication Holidays with Kids. During the past year the resort has focused on enhancing its family facilities with the addition of a Kid’s Water Fun Zone (complete with giant bucket and water cannon), a new playground and a kid’s hair salon. Also coming soon is a bungee trampoline! There are great packages for families with up to 5 people – contact the resort for more details.

Bali Dynasty Resort Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta (0361) 752-403 www.balidynasty.com

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KIDS LOVE IT!

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CRAFT&CULTURE

DEFINING MARRIAGE IN HINDU BALI “Because we are in love with each other.”

“We want to have kids together.”

“To face the world together till our hair turns grey.”

THE ABOVE ARE SOME ROMANTIC RESPONSES YOU MIGHT RECEIVE WHEN ASKING COUPLES WHY THEY WANT TO GET MARRIED. BUT WHAT IS THE REAL REASON THAT PEOPLE GET MARRIED?

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he world is filled with a

for glitz and glamour. The final stage

Hindus decide to marry is to have

plethora of cultures and

is Bhiksuka Asrama, which means

a partner in maintaining the family

attitudes, but in general

freedom. It is believed that true

heritage. Heritage here refers to

marriage can be defined

happiness will come from the ability

neither property nor any other earthly

as a legal agreement that

to live without any bonds.

materials, but to the family temple.

generates rights and obligations

Houses, businesses and anything else handed over to newlyweds by

their in-laws. It is not just about a

COMMITMENT & RESPONSIBILITY

glamorous reception or an expensive

In Bali, getting married is not only

maintaining the family temple and

wedding ring – the celebration is

about passing on DNA but also

following through with their cultural

only the beginning.

about community ties. The main

obligations in the future.

between spouses, their children and

their parents are merely tools for

In the Balinese Hindu religion

reason why Balinese Hindu parents

there are four stages in life, called

push their children to get married is

THE PROPOSAL

Catur Asrama. To commit to married

to make sure their family continues to

After casual talks between the bride

life is to move into the second stage

be a part of society. It is more than

and groom and their parents, the

of Grehasta Asrama, or the time for

just a union between two families;

proposal, or Memandik ceremony,

forming a family. This comes after

there will be many responsibilities

is conducted the traditional way.

Brahmacari Asrama, the stage of

that the newlyweds will have to take

A priest will decide an appropriate

gaining knowledge. The third stage

over for their parents within their

date for the proposal and wedding

is Wanaprasta Asrama, or the time

extended family, the neighborhood

day based on the Balinese calendar.

for Hindus to increase their spiritual

and society.

On the proposal day, the groom’s

consciousness and reduce the desire

Another reason why Balinese

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family will visit the bride’s house

A Balinese priest performs a puriďŹ cation ritual

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THE CEREMONY BEGINS WITH BIYAKALA AND PRAYASCITA, A PURIFICATION LEAD BY A PRIEST. AFTERWARDS THE GROOM AND BRIDE EXCHANGE VOWS AND SIGN A WEDDING CERTIFICATE WITNESSED BY BOTH FAMILIES AND A COMMUNITY LEADER.

to talk with her extended family.

union. This is also the time for both

bride’s family, where they ask for

They will come bearing offerings

families to get to know to each

permission from the bride’s family

and gifts such as food, clothes and

other better.

to let their daughter devote the

jewelry to show their enthusiasm

rest of her life to the family of the

THE WEDDING

groom. The eldest of the groom’s

Mungkab Lawang is when the

family knocks on the main door of

then have a serious conversation

groom’s family will ‘pick up the

the bride’s family house with rhymes

about their family trees, as well as

bride.’ This symbolizes respect

that are answered by the eldest from

their visions and aims for the sacred

from the groom’s family to the

the bride’s side. After this the bride

for the wedding.

The elders from both sides will

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OPENING PHOTO BY JOSEPH WANG LOWER LEFT PHOTO BY JOSEPH WANG ALL OTHERS BY ANGGARA MAHDENDRA

Holy water in an adorned container

is taken to the groom’s house for the

bargains with her until they finally

(Balinese traditional sword). This

wedding ceremony.

agree on a fair price. This ceremony

represents the consummation of the

represents the times in married life

marriage and the hope for offspring,

Biyakala and Prayascita, a

that they might not be on the same

in order to build a complete family.

purification led by a priest.

page and must compromise in order

Finally, the bride and groom pray

Afterwards the groom and bride

to uphold their vows.

again at the groom’s family temple

The ceremony begins with

exchange vows and sign a wedding

At the end of Medagang-

to wish for happiness in their

certificate witnessed by both families

dagangan ceremony the groom cuts

married life ahead.

and a community leader. After the

a mat held by the bride with a keris

By Bayu Rahanatha

legal paperwork has been signed, the newlyweds pray at the groom’s family temple.

Next comes Medagangdagangan. Medangan means to

Fun Facts • Wedding ceremonies in Bali used to take a week to perform, but nowadays can be completed in less than three days.

sell, and in this unique ceremony the bride acts as a seller and the groom acts as a buyer who wants to buy whatever is being sold by the bride (usually food). After the bride sets a base price for the goods, the groom

• Everyone from the extended family to the neighbors will get involved in organizing a wedding, from the preparation all the way to the ceremony itself. So basically there is no need for a wedding organizer!

• Wedding ceremonies in Bali will vary due to various local customs.

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TILL DEATH DO US PART RENOWNED OWNED FOR STUNNING SEASCAPES AND SUNSETS, BALI IS NOT ONLY A HAPPENING HOLIDAY SPOT BUT ALSO A POPULAR DESTINATION FOR WEDDINGS.

By Joseph Wang

The St. Regis Bali Resort’s intimate beach wedding setup

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The St. Regis Bali Resort’s Cloud Nine Chapel at dusk.

Swarovski crystal chandelier that overlooks a beach, an amphitheater surrounded by lush gardens, or an idyllic beach setup on the Nusa Dua coast. This last option accommodates a maximum of 20 guests, so it’s perfect for the most intimate of ceremonies, and the white rose décor against the backdrop of azure waters will leave you nothing short of breathless. It’s a setting so romantic that some couples have even opted to elope there.

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The St. Regis Bali Resort edding

THE ST. REGIS BALI

BTDC Lot S6, Nusa Dua

ceremonies

Renowned for bespoke service, The

(0361) 847-8111

here may

St. Regis Bali Resort will make sure

www.stregisbali.com

not be

that every single detail is covered

cheap, but

when it comes to this special

CONRAD BALI

there is certainly something special

milestone in your life. Choose from

The Conrad Bali doesn’t show any

about exchanging vows in this

three available wedding venues;

signs of slowing down when it

little piece of paradise. For those

a chapel adorned with a stunning

comes to their wedding services.

considering an intimate ceremony in Bali, we present a small taste of the abundant options available. They are all breathtaking in their own way, whether located near pristine beaches or in the middle of rice paddies.

Here’s a little tip for you, too – August and September boast beautiful weather, being the mildest part of the dry season, so the cool breeze will ensure your guests’ comfort at outdoor ceremonies.

However, September is also one of the busiest times of the year for Conrad Bali’s famous Infinity Chapel

weddings, so make sure to book far in advance.

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The resort offers four wedding

triangle pointing towards the

slots per day, the most popular one

venues, the most iconic of which

heavens. The photogenic wedding

being (of course) the one closest

is their Infinity Chapel. Seating up

venue also features a large reflecting

to sunset. It’s a very high demand

to 60 guests, this simple elevated

pool and a marble walkway. The

wedding location so it’s best to book

structure represents a romantic

Infinity Chapel offers up to five

at least one year ahead to get your preferred date and time slot.

Conrad Bali Jalan Pratama No. 168, Tanjung Benoa (0361) 778-788 www.conradbali.com

ALILA VILLAS SOORI Can’t decide between a view of rice terraces or the iconic Bali beach at sunset? No need to fret, as Alila Villas Soori has a venue that can

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give you both. This elegant resort is

Exotic black sand at Alila Villas Soori

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The White Dove Chapel at Banyan Tree Ungasan

the choice hideaway for celebrities such as Justin Bieber, Snoop Dog and Michelle Yeoh, as it is nestled in the middle of UNESCO world heritage rice fields and near an exotic volcanic sand coastline.

Exchange your vows at the Soori Estate, their villa with an astounding 10 bedrooms – the intimate location will take your wedding to an unmatched level of exclusiveness.

Alila Villas Soori Banjar Dukuh, Tabanan (0361) 894-6388

and overlooking the turquoise

reservations. This location promises

www.alilahotels.com/soori

Indian Ocean, this brand new

a gorgeous backdrop for tying the

chapel boasts a water feature, a

knot and going forward towards

BANYAN TREE UNGASAN

roof decorated with white dove

new beginnings.

A new addition to the Bali wedding

for pre-functions. Although the

Banyan Tree Ungasan, Bali

scene is the White Dove Chapel

venue was not yet officially open

Jalan Melasti, Ungasan

at the Banyan Tree Ungasan,

for business at the time of this

(0361) 300-7000

Bali. Sitting atop a dramatic cliff

writing, they were already accepting

www.banyantree.com

sculptures, and a manicured lawn

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EAT, PAY, LOVE FOR ROMANTIC DINING (AND WOOING) IN BALI, YOU CAN’T GO WRONG WITH OUTRAGEOUSLY BEAUTIFUL AL FRESCO SETTINGS, BALMY NIGHTS UNDER THE STARS, AND TOPCLASS GASTRONOMIC DINING.

By Katie Truman

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ali is heaven-sent as an impossibly romantic destination. From the first butterflies-in-thestomach moment, to

dating, the proposal and then the wedding ceremony, the Island of the Gods provides natural tropical beauty as a backdrop for every love story. Not to mention, it is also a ready-made honeymoon destination.

The following three top-notch

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restaurants are particularly

by exotic coconut and palm trees.

Menu’ where Balinese core

foolproof for wooing (and seal-

The refined white-clothed tables are

ingredients such as ginger flower

the-deal proposals), positively

totally couples-dominated, as there’s

and jackfruit are presented on a tray

oozing romance with breathtaking

a no children policy.

to see, touch and smell throughout

destinations and sublime, sensual

The modern French and

the entire dinner.

cuisine as delicious as your chosen

global cuisine incorporating fresh

one. If these don’t bring you closer,

Indonesian ingredients offers

Mozaic Restaurant

perhaps nothing will!

nouveau cuisine-style servings in

Jalan Raya Sanggingan, Ubud

six-course degustation menus (from

(0361) 975-768

GARDEN OF LOVE

Rp. 600,000++/person), with the

www.mozaic-bali.com

Arguably Indonesia’s most awarded

option of meticulously selected wine

restaurant, the iconic Mozaic

pairings at extra cost. Thus, Mozaic

Restaurant in Ubud and chef-

is a reliable first date venue – the

owner Chris Salans have bagged

ambiance will impress and you’ll

impressive accolades for their

certainly get to know each other

cutting-edge cuisine (they are the

during the lengthy waits between

only Southeast Asian restaurant listed

each dish.

under the prestigious Les Grandes

Should conversation go dry, you

Tables du Monde). This gem offers a

can always discuss the culinary

surprisingly romantic dining theater

merits and exquisite presentation.

under the stars with an open-air,

Better still, opt for a more local

intimate garden courtyard fringed

experience with the ‘Discovery

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LOVE ON THE ROCKS

Ocean views, this is Tirtha Dining,

all are illuminated by fire beacons

How blatantly romantic can you get?

managed by the mega-experienced

and candle-lights.

A bespoke and intimate restaurant

wedding specialists Tirtha Bridal,

geared to coupledom, with an open-

whose dedicated wedding chapel

premier fine-dining French

air dining terrace in water-themed

premises lie next door.

restaurants, overseen by one of

Tirtha Dining is one of Bali’s

gardens perched on Uluwatu’s cliff

For the ultimate dining a deux,

tops displaying unobstructed Indian

book the white canopied table set

chefs whose gastronomic cuisine is

apart on a center-stage cliff edge

inspired by Tirtha’s naturally wild

platform exquisitely decorated

setting and Indonesian produce.

and adorned with red roses.

The five, six and seven-course

Alternatively, the adjoining lawn

degustation menus are dinner-only

terrace offers a couple of al fresco

(from Rp. 650,000++/person);

tables under glass chandeliers

there’s also the more casual

suspended overhead; post-sunset,

Wednesday Bistroquet with a three-

Japan’s most acclaimed French

course set menu and wine pitcher (Rp. 350,000++/person).

Tirtha Dining is heaven-sent for special arrangements and Champagnes are ever-ready for any impromptu celebrations.

Book ahead, especially on Valentine’s Day and at full moon for

Tirtha Dining Jalan Uluwatu, Pecatu +62 08283611111 www.tirthadining.com

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maximum effect.

YOU’VE MADE YOUR BED… The internationally-acclaimed Hotel Tugu Bali’s dedication to preserving and recreating Javanese and Balinese spirituality, art, cultural heritage and traditions extends down to their food, with a unique ‘Eat wherever your heart desires’ culinary concept throughout its antique-strewn interiors and romantic beachside gardens and themed dinners incorporating atmospheric settings and ceremonial rituals.

beside Canggu’s crashing surf.

than stomach. Dishes like prawns

Well-spaced apart, these private

flambéed in calvados and honey

beds surrounded by oil lanterns

aphrodisiac truffle parcels lead up

come with a mini-dining table and

to the exciting finale of four desserts

Bed at the Private Moonlit Beach’

red organza curtains for privacy

tasted while blindfolded. Book at

is purely for very familiar loved-ups

(the beach venue can be exclusively

least one day ahead.

(not so much first daters, and a no-no

yours at an extra cost). Tugu’s seven-

for relationships on their last legs).

course menu (Rp. 750,000++/

Hotel Tugu Bali

It is essentially a gourmet picnic

person) is a sensually delicate

Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu

under the moonlight in one of two

affair with aphrodisiac-influenced

(0361) 473-1701

18th-century Javanese wooden beds

courses feeding the senses rather

www.tuguhotels.com

Tugu’s ‘Aphrodisiac Picnic in

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

THE WEDDING PLANNER Our quick Q & A with M.H. Gusri, who has been a professional wedding consultant in Bali for almost two decades now.

BB: What is the most challenging wedding you’ve ever handled?

MHG: The Balinese-style wedding ceremony for His Royal Highness Vajiralongkorn - The Prince of Bali & Beyond (BB): When is the

Thailand. It was in 2002 at the Ritz

busiest time in Bali for weddings?

Carlton Jimbaran (now the AYANA

M.H. Gusri (MHG): Actually, Bali is

Resort). It was challenging because

busy with weddings all year around,

everything had to be per royal

so it depends on which market we

standards and procedures... But it

are talking about. Indonesians and

was a great opportunity to serve the

expats living in Indonesia usually

royal family indeed.

before the Chinese New Year.

BB: Could you name some famous

Japanese couples go for June, while

guests who have attended weddings

Chinese prefer September and

that you organized?

October. Australians like to take

MHG: I have organized many

advantage of the school holidays in

weddings and seen many

September so their guests can come

Indonesian and international

with their children for a holiday in

celebrities as well as government

addition to attending the wedding.

ofďŹ cials and prominent businessmen

Based on my experience, I can

attend. Anggun C. Sasmi, Preston

say that September is the busiest

Bailey, Aburizal Bakrie, and Setya

because all markets are in Bali at the

Novanto are some of the guests who

same time.

have been at weddings I organized.

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wed in September, October or

BB: In your opinion, what are the top

MHG: Besides getting paid, you

it’s better to book the venue straight

5 most breathtaking places for small,

mean? [laughs] I am joking. When

away. Many venues in Bali are

intimate weddings in Bali?

a wedding runs smoothly and on

booked two years ahead, especially

MHG: Each place is unique and has

schedule, and at the end of event I

during high season such as

its own character, so it is difficult for

get nice words of appreciation from

September and October.

me to choose. But in terms of high

the bride and groom, this is actually

• After you book the venue,

demand it would be Tirtha Uluwatu,

the most rewarding thing for me.

the rest is easy. Your wedding

Tirtha Luhur, The Edge, Khayangan Estate, and The Sanctus.

organizer will assist you with finding BB: What kind of décor and color

vendors. There are numerous great

trends do you think will dominate

photographers and videographers,

BB: What about your top 5 venues

weddings in 2015?

decoration companies, make-up

for a much larger number of

MHG: Each couple has their own

artists, catering and wedding cake

attendees?

favorite colors and decoration

services, wedding singers and

MHG: To accommodate a large

designs for their ceremony. Some

entertainers available in Bali.

number of guests, it is better to use

will follow trends while others will

• Obtaining a Legal Wedding

a venue inside a resort. My top five

do whatever they like. My top five

Certificate in Bali is possible for

would be The Mulia Resort, Alila

color combinations are Pink, Khaki &

Indonesians and foreigners; ask your

Uluwatu, Royal Santrian, Conrad

Gray; Coral, Peach & Powder Blue;

wedding organizer to help you.

Bali, and AYANA Resort.

Sangria, Silver & Lavender; Navy,

• Choose a wedding organizer who

Cream & Blush, and Periwinkle &

has many years of experience; don’t

BB: What is the most challenging

Peach. Decorations will depend on

choose because of lower cost.

thing about your job?

the location, but I like the themes

• And lastly, be happy!

MHG: Organizing weddings is

Romantic Luxe, Wild Garden,

exciting. When I entered this field in

Crowning Glory, Classic and Clean,

1998, I never imagined the kind of

and Pretty Pastels.

industry this would become, or that Bali would become such a popular

BB: What advice can you give to

wedding destination. Even the local

couples who are considering nuptials

government has recently formed a

in Bali?

Bali Wedding Association to look

• MHG: Before coming to Bali,

after wedding services. Organizing

make a shortlist of preferred venues

weddings is a great opportunity

because there are so many here and

and of course each couple always

you cannot visit them all.

has unique requests – maybe this

• Make an appointment for a site

is what you would call ‘the most

visit with each venue. You can ask

challenging part.’

your wedding organizer to arrange the appointments.

BB: What is the most rewarding

• If you like a venue and the

thing about your job?

required date is still available,

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BEAUTIFUL STRANGER The first time that you see him you spot him from afar. But you’ve been weaving in and out of the Seminyak shops all day and you are distracted, with both hands full of shopping bags. You hope to run into him again and sure enough, the next day you spot him at a café looking confident and carefree. He is clad in casual beachwear that hangs loosely from his body but shows off the best parts (those sculpted arms!). Your gaze moves up and suddenly you realize you have locked eyes. He flashes you a knowing smile and you return it, albeit bashfully from being found out. Fast forward and you are face to face at a table under a stunning chandelier. He is looking deep into your eyes from across the table. What’s in store for the future? It’s a secret that only you two know.

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SIGHTS&SOUNDS

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

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“Y

ou’re not afraid

the afternoon to close up the room

of the pool is relaxing and positively

of monkeys,

during turn-down, but could be

hypnotizing.

are you?”

reached any time simply by pressing

asked the

‘0’ on the room phone.

young butler

On top of this, the fresh sea breeze circulates throughout the entire villa, so even on the hottest

“Selamat istirahat,” he said

on duty, with a grin. I scanned the

while shutting the door, and enjoy

room, which was devoid of walls

my rest I did. Thanks to the serene

on two sides and opened up to a

surrounds of the Alila Villas Uluwatu,

private pool with a cube-shaped

I was able to feel like myself again

cabana at the end of it.

in no time.

days of the dry season there

“As long as they don’t come near me,” I responded with a weak smile.

A DREAMLIKE OASIS

It had been a challenging week and

A couple hours of quiet time in one

I was eyeing the daybed to my right,

of their villas is the perfect way

ready to crumble onto it soon as I

to put a weary mind at ease. The

possibly could. If monkeys wanted to

oversized daybed is the best place

wander into the villa, then so be it.

to do this, as it is perched at the

As if sensing my mood, the kind

end of the pool (but still technically

butler quickly finished the room

located indoors) and has a gorgeous

orientation and politely bid me

view of the wooden cabana and the

adieu. He reminded me that he and

blue sea beyond. The sound of water

his team would be back later in

continuously trickling down the sides

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The villas’s private pool and cabana

side on recliners next to the pool while dreaming up plans for the future, or cozy up in the outdoor cabana with fingers interlaced and say everything by saying nothing at all.

The CIRE restaurant is an ideal place for ‘smitten kittens’ to enjoy dinner. At night the sound of waves crashing against the cliff far below and the melody of bamboo instruments being played echoes quietly. CIRE’s East Asian cuisine is prepared using French and Western cooking techniques, and although the dishes are served individually they can easily be shared.

Take advantage of their fivecourse TASTE menu, which is perfect for doing exactly that. Executive Chef Stephane Simond and his team send out exquisitely presented dishes

is no need to switch on the air

ROMANTIC RETREAT

conditioning.

While these villas can certainly be

Indeed, the open-plan design

much appreciated by lone travelers,

of the 84 villas and the entire

it is quite obvious that they were

property in general is really worth

designed with couples in mind.

marveling at. The chalky white

The ‘his and hers’ sinks are even

batu palimanan from Jogjakarta

equipped with their own specific

used for the walls, and the accents

set of toiletries. To quote the text on

of locally-sourced materials such

the back of the Alila Living Lip Balm

as lava rocks, bamboo, rattan

for Her, it is made available so that

and wood (from recycled railway

guests can ‘Always be ready for a

sleepers and telephone poles), make

kiss in a moment’s notice.’

the Alila Villas Uluwatu a dreamlike

The aforementioned daybed is

oasis that blends in seamlessly

just one of the many corners of the

with the enchanting limestone cliff

villa that are perfect for couples

surroundings.

reveling in romance. Lay side by

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The Alila Villas Uluwatu’s iconic Sunset Cabana

with superb flavors so you really can’t go wrong with whatever you select, whether it is the succulent Seared King Prawn or the popular Wagyu Beef Striploin in granola crust with spiced yoghurt. Add a bottle of wine to this equation and you both might just mistake the entire experience for a dream.

In the morning, CIRE transforms into a bright breakfast area

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ALILA VILLAS ULUWATU

offering an intriguing menu of small bites that include mini yogurt parfaits, omelets, frittata slices and

daily at The Pavilion. If you want to

for those seeking quiet rejuvenation,

fresh fruit. Choose from the selection

keep your experience limited to two,

a romantic hideaway, a beautiful

of savory and sweet items until your

private classes can also be arranged

sanctuary… all of the above.

belly is satisfied, as guests have

in the iconic Sunset Cabana with

By Mutia Adisoma

unlimited access to the a la carte

views of the vast blue sea.

breakfast menu.

But you will find it hard to check

Alila Villas Uluwatu

out of the Alila Villas Uluwatu. The

Jalan Belimbing Sari, Desa Pecatu

your day with an energizing session

stunning design and impeccable

(0361) 848-2166

of morning yoga, which is offered

service make it the ultimate place

www.alilahotels.com/uluwatu

You might even consider starting

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PONDERINGPOINT

A LIFE IN ‘PARADISE’ CAN BE DIFFICULT FOR OUTSIDERS TO UNDERSTAND, AS OUR CONTRIBUTOR KATIE TRUMAN MUSES UPON BELOW.

I

t is fair to say that many Brits

friends think their old London pal

researches five-star hotels, spas and

(and Europeans) view Bali

isn’t working too hard on this far

fine dining restaurants, it seems that

as ‘paradise,’ even more so

flung island, probably assuming I

my friends from the mother country

if they have never taken the

spend most of my time on the beach

have become increasingly scarce.

20-hour flight to get here.

watching coconuts fall onto the

They drop like flies every time I send

sun-kissed sand.

a photo of yet another mango-hued

So it should come as no surprise when my long-term, short-term and anyone-in-between-who-knows-me

Ever since I inadvertently morphed into a luxury travel writer who

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sunset or a villa plunge pool, or mention a rooftop bar gathering

like Manchester rain (I’ve made the

reading it when you’re back home.)

And don’t get me started on my

oneself to go halfway around the world and into the unknown, coming

mistake of doing this in January and

best friend who flew out to Bali to

to terms with a plummeting income

February when Brits are at their most

celebrate thirty years of friendship

and not being able to regularly see

depressed, what with the dreary

from our humble Oxfordshire

family and familiar faces, among

bone-chilling weather and post-

beginnings, but found herself so

other things. You can (wisely?) opt

Christmas lack of funds).

consumed with envy of my island

for security and boredom, or you

lifestyle – from the bronzed, buffed

can take a risk. The risk comes with

which candidly recount travels,

beach boys with flashy smiles

reward but don’t think for a moment

parties, tropical beaches and more,

shouting my name to the sunset

that it does not also come with its

have not gone down well. If sent via

cocktails at a Seminyak beach

own set of obstacles.

email during office hours, friends

bar so easily reached from my

hiss back with more venom than a

home – that we are no longer on

about what amounts to daily life

crazed Cobra with such as, “Well,

speaking terms.

here, I’ve decided to embrace it,

My epic Christmas time tomes,

you’re obviously having a good

After almost feeling guilty talking

I could go on, but I won’t. To the

friends or no friends. This writer is

time. Now I must get back to work!”

above offenders (whom, despite it

bucking the system and has done

If the tome is received on an iPhone

all I still adore), I would like to say

well, so please don’t rain on my

while out Christmas shopping on

the same thing that some of Kuta’s

sunny parade. I suspect that when

London’s Oxford Street they snap,

finest tourist t-shirts declare: Go to

I morph back into a ‘penniless of

“Yes, I got your mega-long letter

Bunnings, get some timber, build a

Shepherd’s Bush’ these friends may

but am too busy and can’t read it

bridge and get over it.

slowly gravitate back into my life.

now!” (How am I supposed to know where you are when I send? Try

This glam and privileged lifestyle has come with sacrifices; uprooting

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But for now, put a fork in it!

By Katie Truman

PHOTO BY NOVENA ASSEN

where free flow champagne pours

FOTOFOLIO “Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.”

–Lao Tzu

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I TAKE THEE

The tropical island of Bali provides a gorgeous backdrop for people celebrating their nuptials with their nearest and dearest, especially couples who crave a smaller, more intimate affair. Axioo’s team of photographers are passionate about catching every special moment at these celebrations – take a look at some of the images we’ve selected from their vast library and see if they inspire you to dream up your own future love story, or reignite some sparks in your existing one! www.axioo.com

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“Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairy tale.”

–Unknown

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“Walking with your hands in mine and mine in yours, that’s exactly where I want to be always.”

–Fawn Weaver

“When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.”

–When Harry Met Sally

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“When I sleep, I dream of you, and when I wake, I long to hold you in my arms. If anything, our time apart has only made me more certain that I want to spend my nights by your side, and my days with your heart.”

–Nights in Rodanthe

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“For it was not into my ear you whispered, but into my heart. It was not my lips you kissed, but my soul.”

–Judy Garland

“Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” –Maya Angelou

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“My love for you is a journey, starting at forever and ending at never.” –Anonymous

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LITTLELOVES

ADORN ME THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF JOHN HARDY’S NEW FACE OF THE BRAND – THE SPIRITED AND SOMETIMES PROVOCATIVE MODEL CARA DELEVINGNE – CERTAINLY MANAGED TO PUT THE BALI-BASED JEWELRY BRAND BACK ON OUR RADAR. WE WANTED TO DIG DEEPER AND FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE BRAND’S CREATIVE PROCESS, VALUES AND COMMITMENT TO INDONESIAN ARTISANS, SO WE PAID A VISIT TO THEIR WORKSHOP TO DO EXACTLY THAT.

A

narrow path led us

When we reached the Kapal

a shrug. “Maybe because he’s

past a small creek and

Bambu Boutique, a 90-foot-tall

to a rice field where

bamboo structure built in the shape

we were greeted

of a ship’s hull where John Hardy

already the contrast to our previous

by the unmistakable

the smallest.”

We had only just arrived and

jewelry is on display for purchase,

experience with the brand was

sound of goats. We couldn’t see

we found a lone goat blocking

extraordinary. The last time we met

their pen from where we stood, but

the path.

with the John Hardy team had been

they made their presence known by creating quite a ruckus.

“He’s always finding a way to get out,” said our host with

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during an event introducing John Hardy’s newly opened Asia flagship

Left: Cara Delevinge is the new face of John Hardy jewelry brand Pictured here: The John Hardy compound nestled within lush surroundings

boutique at The Mulia Resort &

who needs to see and learn more

Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali. It had been

about what you are buying before

EVERYTHING

BY HAND

a glittering affair with champagne,

swiping your credit card, then you

At the John Hardy workshop we

canapés and VIPs in abundance.

should definitely consider a tour of

saw how everything is done by

Now we were surrounded by

the John Hardy workshop. There is

hand, even the illustrations in the

traditionally built open-air structures

so much to discover and you can

development stages. This is a

while the sun shone brightly from the

even get a glimpse of the design

process that Creative Director and

clear blue sky overhead.

team and the hundreds of artisans

Head Designer, Guy Bedarida, had

in action.

grown accustomed to at Van Cleef

If you are the type of consumer

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& Arpels and brought with him to

making jewelry by hand, all these

these artisans hunched over their

John Hardy.

techniques will die out.”

workstations completely focused

She was referring to the skills of

on the task at hand, whether it

the 650 artisans (and 200 others

was carving detailed wax models,

Design Center as they used fine

working outside the workshop)

hammering metal, soldering,

point Winsor Newton watercolor

handed down through generations,

polishing or weaving chains link by

brushes to create shading, texture

which include wax carving and

link (among other things).

and an astounding level of detail

metalsmithing.

that made their renderings look like photographs.

“There is taksu in making jewelry by hand,” our host said, referring to

“We don’t use CAD-CAM,”

You can’t help but shake your head in disbelief, as the steps from

she continued. “It kills jobs. We

start to finish seem endless. We

are focused on job preservation,

knew previously that jewelry making

especially heritage techniques.”

is an intricate process, but did not

the Balinese term that can loosely be

During our tour of the workshop,

translated as the ‘soul’ of various art

we stopped every so often to hover

forms. “It’s more meaningful, soulful

quietly in the background of various

and beautiful. If we don’t continue

rooms. It was incredible to watch

realize the extent of it until we saw it with our own eyes.

Sitting at a table underneath the shady banyan trees where the employees normally take their lunch break (lunch is provided by the company, with ingredients coming from their organic farm and cooked daily in the open-fire kitchen), we let it all sink in. We had a newfound appreciation for the level of skill required to transform the 100% reclaimed gold and silver into incredible jewelry that is really a work of art.

PAY IT FORWARD Aside from preserving local artisan techniques, John Hardy is also dedicated to passing on new skills and knowledge. Through their Job for Life program, the brand has worked together with the Jodie O’Shea Orphanage in Denpasar for almost five years. The apprentices selected for the program are provided a two-year internship opportunity to develop skills of their own preference, after which they can apply for a full-time position within or outside the company.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF JOHN HARDY

We looked intently over the shoulders of the illustrators in the

During our visit we met with a young man named Erikson who had just begun his design apprenticeship

incorporates Lombok golden pearls

environmental preservation, mining

three weeks prior. Although he was

and celebrates the ancient tale of

practices and product disclosure.

quite shy, from our brief conversation

Bali’s dragon guardian and his

They were required to go through a

with him we could clearly sense his

beloved pearl in the sea (head to

stringent two year-long audit before

delight at the learning opportunity.

their website to see their video of

finally receiving this certification.

As for one of their success stories,

this tale).

a talented woman named Asnat is

The brand also has certification

OPEN EYES At the end of the tour we perused the Kapal Bambu Boutique with a whole new perspective and appreciation for the intricate process behind each and every piece displayed. The boutique is located just a few steps away from the long table, so if you begin your tour with lunch, this will bring your

now working full-time for the design

from the Responsible Jewellery

experience to a full circle.

team as a Junior Illustrator. Program

Council (RJC), an international not-

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graduates are also hired into various

for-profit organization that audits

other teams such as the kitchen staff,

the sourcing of diamonds, gold and

John Hardy Workshop

IT and even Sales.

platinum group metals, as well as

Br. Baturning No. 1, Mambal

business compliance with the highest

(0361) 469-888

standards of human and labor rights,

www.johnhardy.com

John Hardy’s recent partnership with the National Development Planning Agency of Indonesia (BAPPENAS) is another form of their social commitment. As a leader in sustainable luxury jewelry, John Hardy is advising Lombok pearl farmers on jewelry making techniques, quality control, safety, sustainability and environmental protection. This important collaboration is marked by the Special Naga Collection, which

Tour the John Hardy workshop from Mondays to Fridays between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Appointments must be made at least a day in advance.

Join the team for lunch from Mondays to Fridays between 1 and 2 p.m.

Seats are limited to 8 people per day.

Visit the Kapal Bambu Boutique from Mondays to Fridays between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cultural attractions nearby include the Ubud Palace, Monkey Forest, Agung Rai Museum of Art, Neka Art Museum, Goa Gajah, Tampak Siring, and Mount Batur (all between 20 to 40 minutes away).

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THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT HOT MOLTEN GLASS BEING TRANSFORMED INTO BEAUTIFUL PIECES OF ART THAT IS BOTH INTRIGUING AND MESMERIZING…

I

f you have yet to become

shaped paperweights or handmade

would never guess they were from

intimately familiar with the

drinking glasses priced as low as

hand blown glass.

Bali art scene, you probably

US$ 8. There is literally something

wouldn’t know that on the

for everyone!

Blowing glass not only has the ability to satisfy the artist in all of us

way to Ubud is the studio and

but can be therapeutic as well. A

gallery of one of the most talented

INCREDIBLE ART

recent student of Seivertson’s with

glass blowers in the world – Ron

The Java Man is a part of

multiple sclerosis was transformed

Seivertson of Horizon Glassworks.

Seivertson’s most prized collection,

mentally, emotionally and physically

With three expansive floors and over

the Glass Age Series. A handpicked

by the art of blowing glass. His

1,000 square meters of space, this

group of master glass blowers

days are now spent with purpose,

gallery is more than impressive.

worked tirelessly in his studio during

passion, focus and challenge, and

two six-week sessions over a six-

not surprisingly his condition has

art with pieces large and small,

month period to produce all 135

dramatically improved.

from the prized Java Man, a US$

pieces in the series, which include

390,000 display of an anatomically

full-sized spears, a saber-toothed cat

generations of glass artists in

accurate pre-Neolithic Homo erectus

skull, and numerous other historical

Europe, intends to share his

skeleton resting in black sand to the

impressionistic artifacts. These pieces

knowledge to advance the

US$ 150 a piece colorful jellyfish-

are so masterfully executed you

worldwide Glass Art Studio

It’s a veritable museum of glass

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Seivertson, who comes from

Movement. By offering advice on how to set up glass blowing studios, people will be able to create glass art in the comfort of their own homes. He is currently working on developing a one-of-akind International Glass Art School where master glass blowers from all over the world will teach courses at an expansive 4,000 square meter Horizon Glassworks property.

CLASSES & COLLABORATIONS Horizon Glassworks offers beginning to advanced glass blowing instruction, where the courses range from 2.5 hour introduction sessions to month-long artist in residence programs for glass art professionals.

The intro course starts out with the very basics and by the end participants produce their own hand blown glass paperweights. Horizon also welcomes the public to drop in and watch, as glass blowing is a fascinating process to observe.

At the time of this writing Seivertson was in the midst of collaborating with Roy Gonzalez, counterculture surf artist, to produce one-of-a-kind glass Graal works (‘Holy Grail’ in French). Seivertson uses a rare formula of enamels that tolerate hot glass being layered and stretched as the piece is being blown. The resulting piece encases the paint inside the glass forever. Painting highly detailed Graals is a tedious process that

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a world famous sports action/

takes countless hours to perfect, and

collaborative Graals at Art Basel in

Horizon Glassworks is a perfect

the finished pieces of glass art are

Miami this December. He is currently

place to make a stop and watch a

of museum quality.

in Bali to focus on producing

real master glass blower in action.

whimsical characters and fantasy-

Better yet, you can call ahead

project working with Roy’s images,”

filled illustrations for a series of

and schedule some hands-on time.

Seivertson said. “The specialized

bedtime stories that promise to turn

Horizon Glassworks is open from

paint we use is obsolete and I

the children’s book world upside

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Monday

only have a small inventory left.

down. For more information on the

to Saturday.

The magnitude of producing these

upcoming release of this cutting

By Brock Townsend

historical pieces is significant not

edge children’s book series visit

only in the community of glass

www.LitlBobby.com.

“This is an unprecedented

blowing but on many different levels in the world of art.”

Gonzalez plans to display the

Horizon Glassworks Jalan Raya Negari, Ubud

Located on the left side of the road about 3.5 kilometers past the

(0361) 780-4014

Bali Bird Park on the way to Ubud,

www.HorizonGlassworks.com

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BEYONDBALI

HILLTOP HIGH CONTRIBUTOR STEPHANIE BROOKES SHARES WITH US THE DELIGHTS TO BE DISCOVERED AT MESASTILA, AND THE WONDROUS HISTORICAL SITES THAT ARE EASILY ACCESSED FROM THIS RETREAT.

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M

esa means hill,

pool and romantic dining, all

and from my

framed by nature.

hilltop spot at the luxurious MesaStila in

A DREAMY SANCTUARY

Central Java I gently fell into the

Twenty-three private villas can be

spell of the sunrise, as soft pink

found within the sprawling 22

hues slowly bathed the tops of eight

hectare resort, and all are original,

volcanoes and danced with the light

antique Limasan or Joglo homes

of the steamy jungle.

sourced from Java and reconstructed

It is in this ancient valley just two

on site. Beautiful antique and

hours from Yogyakarta that powerful

modern furnishings complete each

kingdoms with Buddhist and Hindu

villa, and all have large outdoor

roots built dynasties. And it is here

verandas positioned for views of the

that the MesaStila retreat awaits you

jungle, the surrounding volcanoes

with delights that combine Javanese

and the coffee plantation.

Daily wellness activities like yoga

romance with ďŹ ne antiques, beautifully appointed private villas,

and meditation afford views of this

colonial elegance, a magniďŹ cent

working coffee plantation, which

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EXPLORING CENTRAL JAVA From MesaStila, take a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Borobudur Monument and the Prambanan site, two of Indonesia’s premier tourist hotspots. The Borobudur monument was built to represent the universe and to provide a visual image honoring the teachings of Buddha. From the top of Borobudur you can see the active volcano Merapi, sitting majestically in the valley and intermittently puffing smoke high into the air, adding to the mystical aura of the landscape. dates back 180 years and produces

physical, mental and spiritual

organic high-grade coffee. You can

wellbeing. Served with breakfast are

take a tour through the plantation

six choices of jamu prepared by the

temple complex was built in the 10th century and honors the three

and see how coffee goes from

in-house jamu master. It’s a great

great Hindu divinities Shiva,

bushel to the final stages of roasting

way to energize yourself before a

Vishnu and Brahma. It is equally as

and grinding.

day of sightseeing.

impressive and both sites can be

The nearby Prambanan

The afternoons are pleasantly cool at MesaStila, and in the late afternoon a beautiful tea and coffee service is served in the 1920 Plantation Club House, where you can also lose yourself in the stately PHOTOS IN OPENING PAGES COURTESY OF MESASTILA ALL OTHERS BY DAVID METCALF

library housing fine Dutch and Indonesian history books.

As for dining, all produce is organic or locally sourced with the focus being on healthy cooking techniques. The food is nutritious and at the casual outdoor restaurant your senses will be enlivened by the smell of the tropical jungle.

Don’t forget to start your day with Javanese jamu, a traditional herbal medicinal tonic designed to enhance

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visited on the same day.

A lesser-known region called the Dieng Plateau can also be explored as a day trip. Dieng means “Abode of the Gods” and this region carries an air of mysticism and spiritual power. A small collection of 9th century Hindu shrines dominate the stunning landscape, and many are situated close to the bubbling sulphur-rich Telaga Warna. This colored lake exudes an odorous sulphur smell and the landscape surrounding it is dotted with 100300 meter ash cones, creating an eerie, surreal scene.

Do you like old trains? If you do, you can take a ride on the historic 1920 steam train and journey

MesaStila. Their spa complex is like

you are sure to find a romantic path

through stunning rice fields and

no other, boasting a huge terracotta

leading to somewhere new.

traditional Javanese villages. From

orange dome rising from the roof

By Stephanie Brookes

the resort, the nearby Bedono Station

of the steam-bath house, an equally

is the starting point for this unique

impressive interior, and with locally

MesaStila

rail jaunt, which can be combined

sourced skin products that leave your

Desa Losari, Magelang, Central Java

with a trip to the Gedong Songo Shrines, built during the 8th and

skin feeling luxurious and soft.

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9th century when the Sanjaya

mountain scenery with history,

Dynasty ruled Java.

temples, steam trains and traditional

How to get there: From Bali,

village life. Combine this with the

fly to Semarang, Solo or

fine indulgences of a resort and

Jogjakarta. Your transfer by

After a day out, daily rejuvenation is easy at the

www.mesahotelsandresorts.com

Central Java offers stunning

car to MesaStila is one hour from the Semarang airport,

INDONESIA

two hours from Jogjakarta, and 2.5 hours from Solo.

Current special: A 4 day/3 night package is US$ 407++ /day including airport transfer, 3x daily healthy meals, daily massage and hammam steam bath, and more.

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CAPITALCORNER

UNCOVERING TREASURES RAW TALENT HIDES DEEP WITHIN AN ALMOST FORGOTTEN CORNER OF THE CAPITAL. OUR CONTRIBUTOR EXPLORES THE UNASSUMING PASAR SENI, DISCOVERING STORIES AND MARVELING AT THE MASTERPIECES COVETED BY COLLECTORS FROM AROUND THE WORLD.

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H

ave you ever looked at a gigantic, glorious painting in a lavish five-star hotel and wondered

who the painter might be? Wouldn’t you imagine them to be a wellestablished artist living in some artsy loft apartment, holding a cocktail in one hand and fanning themselves with exhibition invitations with the other?

In Jakarta this would not so much be the case, as some of the

finest local craftsmen are actually gathered at the Ancol Art Market, better known as Pasar Seni. This market is operated by a state-owned enterprise that runs the 552-hectare tourist area called Taman Impian Jaya Ancol. For many curators this is where the city’s most intriguing pieces can be discovered, but for the 96 artists who work at Pasar Seni, it is merely their humble work place.

When I visited Pasar Seni recently I decided to arrive bright and

rugs with a sign that read ‘Wahono:

early. It was 8 a.m. and already

The Puppet Artist.’

everybody was up and about –

It turns out that Wahono has been working in the area since before Pasar Seni was constructed. Back

Inside, Wahono Purwocarito

several people were raking up the

was working on a meter-long

in the day he was but a 20-year-old

dry leaves shed by the abundant

shadow puppet called Baladewa,

puppet maker who participated in

trees, a nice breeze was blowing

painstakingly drawing intricate

a night market held routinely every

and the birds were singing. But

swirl patterns with black acrylic. He

month at Ancol Bay. The night

besides myself and a group of 40

explained that the piece had already

market grew in popularity to the

local students and their chaperones,

taken a month of labor so far.

point that many people felt the need

there were no other visitors.

“It will be finished in two days

to create a special place to house

if I keep going at this rate. Almost

the local artists, and a successful

measure about 6 square meters in

there,” he said without lifting his

entrepreneur and collector named

size, and the first to catch my eye

head. I pulled up a chair and sat

Ir. Ciputra was particularly moved

were two adjoining huts filled with

across from him. The moment I did

by this idea. So he funded the

shadow puppets and animal skin

so, he began telling me stories.

entire project in 1977 through his

There are 120 small cottages that

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company PT Pembangunan Jaya.

Wahono explained that as an artist, a steady and predictable monthly income was always out of the question, but the universe has been kind to him in return for his efforts to preserve Javanese culture. Wahono’s long list of clients includes President Soeharto, who ordered a set of puppets to be used for decoration. He has even created wayang kulit for the Mangkunegaran Palace in Surakarta, and during his so-called ‘golden days’ he was able to tour countries like Japan

chains and the most prestigious

and Australia.

galleries in Jakarta.

“I have clients from China,

“The occupants of Pasar Seni

Taiwan and many other countries. I

are called many things,” he

exported quite a lot of skin rugs and

said. “Realists, impressionists,

puppets between 1998 and 2005,”

expressionists and abstract artists.”

said the father of five. He soon

lived inside his studio. He told me

Critics have referred to Arya’s work

fell silent, seemingly determined

that the piece he was currently

as surrealist and decorative.

to complete the Baladewa piece

working on was inspired by marine

as quickly as possible, so I bid

pollution and was headed for an

everything depending on my mood.

him farewell and continued my

exclusive exhibition in Jakarta’s hip

But they can call it what they like,”

exploration of the area.

Kemang area.

he said, laughing. Arya then picked

“They are willing to pay about

of cottages I saw many paintings

thirty million rupiah just to get this

decorating their walls, the colors

painting displayed in the gallery for

almost springing out at me. They

a few days,” he said.

were spread out against shabby

It seems that Arya has come

up his brush and went on to finish his painting.

If you’re interested in having a look around Pasar Seni, it takes about 40 minutes by car to get to

backgrounds and so the contrast

a long way since his early days

Ancol from Jakarta city center. Taxis

was particularly intriguing. I passed

drawing cartoons for the newspaper

and public buses can be hailed from

two middle-aged men who were

Pikiran Rakyat. Back then the

Blok M Terminal and free shuttles

chatting, and Arya, the younger of

paper would pay him Rp. 10,000

are available to take visitors around

the two, agreed to show me around

(less than a dollar) for each of his

once you’ve arrived at Taman Impian

his studio.

drawings, and this allowed him to

Jaya Ancol. The entrance fee at the

pay his way through high school.

main gate is Rp. 25,000/person,

than Wahono’s, full of stacked

Now at 42 years old and without

not including fees for each individual

canvases and unfinished paintings.

any formal education in art, Arya

activity within the complex.

Like many of the artists, Arya also

paints for some of the biggest hotel

By Antonia Timmerman

Arya’s working space was smaller

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As I went deeper into the cluster

“Personally, I like to mix

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BEYONDUPDATES

THE 100TH Archipelago International announced recently that the Aston Aston Anyer Beach Resort, scheduled to open at the end of this year, will be the group’s 100th Aston hotel. Anyer is a 90-minute drive from Jakarta and a popular destination for holidaymakers from both the capital and West Java. The resort will cater to both leisure and business travelers with recreational facilities, beachside activities in abundance, and meeting rooms with ocean views. www.astonhotelsasia.com

More than 8,000 participants walked, ran and danced for 5 kilometers to their beat of their favorite songs during The Music Run™

by Intiland at Parkir Timur Senayan in Jakarta. The event, which took place on October 12, began at 6 a.m. with a warm up session by Celebrity Fitness before the first wave of ‘music runners’ were sent into the first of five Music Zones. At the Finish Zone they enjoyed a performance by Indonesia’s top band Maliq & D’Essentials and other talented local acts, a great end to this event promoting healthy living. www.themusicrun.co.id

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ALL COURTESY PHOTOS

RT MUSIC + SPO

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS… A new group exhibition titled ‘Portable’ will be displayed at BIASA ArtSpace Bali from November 13 to December 31. The works of the nine contemporary visual artists will focus on the smaller things that go unnoticed but hold an integral part in defining personal and cultural identity. ‘Portable’ also marks the launch of the new gallery space for BIASA ArtSpace on Level 1 of BIASA+. This exhibition will move to BIASA ArtSpace in Jakarta in February 2015. www.biasagroup.com

On November 15 one of the most famous and accomplished Indonesian musicians, Indra Lesmana, will play at the Jazz Café Ubud. Lesmana has won countless awards for his compositions, performed across the globe, and produced and arranged music for some of Indonesia’s best jazz artists. He is a regular performer at the Java Jazz Festival in Jakarta and his performance in Bali is part of the pre-event series leading up to the Bali Live International Jazz Festival in March 2015.

Jazz Café, Jalan Sukma No. 2, Ubud, (0361) 976-594 www.jazzcafebali.com

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INDONESIAN JAZZ LEGEND

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SEE&SEEN

IN THE SKY AYANA launched its new wedding venue SKY on October 10, treating guests to a water drum percussion performance followed by the sensational Denada, a former chart-topping rapper who also doubled as the MC. The night closed with a spectacular fireworks finale (Read more about SKY on page 18 of this issue). www.ayanaresort.comm

HAIR ENVY On September 28 the Rob Peetoom Hairspa held a ‘hair talk’ and styling demo in partnership with Kerastase.

Taking place at the popular shopping center Beachwalk, the Kerastase team presented new styling products such as a spray for creating enviable beach waves, while the Rob Peetoom team demonstrated how to properly use them. xxx/spcqffuppn/om

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On September 20 the Bali Hotels Association (BHA) organized a coastal cleanup where 70 hotels and more than 1,600 volunteers worked to clear approximately 19.5 kilometers of coastline and waterways from debris. They managed to fill 435 bags; 1,525 kilograms of debris in total.

JOHN HARDY PHOTOS BY MUTIA ADISOMA ALL OTHERS COURTESY

COASTAL CLEANUP

FASHION, BABY For three nights in a row, the first fashiontv hotel in the world celebrated its opening in Bali. Celebrations at the Love F Hotel in Legian began on September 26 with performances by world famous dancers KAZAKY and DJ Antoine and a fashion show where 10 top Indonesian designers sent fierce looks down the hotel runway. On September 27 the Bali Governor I Made Mangku Pastika visited the hotel for a special signing ceremony. www.lovefhotels.com

SHAKE IT! On October 19 the Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort held an event called ‘Zumba by the Beach’ to raise money for UNICEF. This dance workout event saw 500 participants and raised US$ 10,200 for the Check Out for Children initiative.

In the Asia Pacific region, UNICEF Check Out for Children supports the immunization of thousands of young woman and children against preventable diseases. www.sheratonbalikuta.com BALI&BEYOND NOVEMBER 2014

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INFOINDEX

AIRLINES

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

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

■ AIRPORT OPERATOR Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ FRANCE

■ TIMOR LESTE

■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS

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

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

■ GERMANY

■ UNITED STATES

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

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

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

■ ROYAL BRUNEI

■ HUNGARY

Tel: (0361) 757-292

■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES

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

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

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

■ INDIA

■ GARUDA Jl. Jalan Sugianyar, 5 Denpasar

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

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

■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA

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

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

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

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

HEALTH&MEDICAL

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

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

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

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

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

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

Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For “Bali Belly”, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics.

Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic drinks under various brand names are widely available and are known to replenish body hydration and replace fluids. For discomfort, diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy foods.

Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas.

Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately.

Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe.

Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun.

Use high SPF sunblock and a hat.

AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world.

They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.

■ NETHERLANDS

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

CLINIC&HOSPITAL 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff.

Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515

(ARMA) Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229.

Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm

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

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

■ ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Pejeng, Tel: (0361) 942-352 Open 8 am - 3 pm weekdays

■ GEDONG KIRTYA HISTORICAL LIBRARY Tel: (0362) 25141, Jl. Veteran, Singaraja. Open 7am - 3pm Monday Thursday, until Fridaynoon, closed on weekends

■ GALLERY SENIWATI Jl. Ubud Raya, Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485

■ MUSEUM BALI Tel: (0361) 235-059, 222-680, Jl. Let. Kol Wisnu, Denpasar

■ MUSEUM LE MAYEUR Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur.

Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday.

■ MUSEUM MANUSA YADNYA Mengwi, open daily, but often unattended

■ MUSEUM NEKA Tel: (0361) 975-074, 975-034, Jl. Raya Campuan, Ubud open daily 9 am - 5 pm.

Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com

■ MUSEUM RUDANA Tel: (0361) 975-779, 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud

■ MUSEUM SUBAK Tel: (0361) 810-315, Jl. Raya Kediri, Desa Sanggulan, Tabanan

■ BIMC Hospital Kuta ■ POLAND

■ BRITAIN

■ SPAIN

■ BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua

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

Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Tel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296 E-mail: espana_bali@blueline.net.id

24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre, Dialysis Centre, Dental Centre.

Kawasan BTDC, Blok D, Nusa Dua 80363, Tel: (0361) 3000-911, Fax: (0361) 3001-150

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

■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART

■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC

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

■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA,

MUSEUMS

■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN

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

24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre for non-invasive and invasive cosmetic and aesthetic treatments.

Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 761-263, Fax: (0361) 767-701

CONSULATES

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

Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C, Banjar Umasari, Kerobokan Tel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165 E-mail: consul@balipolandconsulate.com

■ SLOVAKIA

TOURIST INFO. ■ INTEGRATED TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361; Tel: (0361) 766-188

■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL

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

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

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

■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA Jl. Ganetri 9 D, Gatot Subroto Timur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 878-4343, Fax: (0361) 878-4466 E-mail: bali@honrep.ch

■ CZECH REPUBLIC Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur.

■ THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81,

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

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AIRPORT Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta Tel: (0361) 756-175/76 ■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222-387 ■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41

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

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