Bali & Beyond Magazine October 2014

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

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FASHION FRENZY ‘Om Swastiastu...’

Last month’s ‘fashion weeks’ flooded cities such as New York, London and Milan with editors, buyers, bloggers and fashion enthusiasts looking forward to a sneak peek of the silhouettes and hues of the upcoming season. Bali also had its own fashion happenings, including the Bali Fashion Parade (BFP), an annual event where our very own magazine shines a spotlight on a handful of talented Bali-based designers during a glorious night of catwalk presentations.

BFP 2014 was held at the Hard Rock Café Bali and you can flip to FOTO FOLIO to

COVER Stained Glass Panels at the Bank Mandiri Museum (wall edited out to fit page) Photo by Joseph Wang

see some of the hip and current pieces that were presented that night. If you are curious about the designers, turn to PROFILE & PORTRAIT to read about the five brands that participated this year.

Speaking of hip and current, in this edition we have an article on one of the coolest yoga instructors around – the radiant Tara Stiles. We caught up with the founder of Strala Yoga (New York) during her recent stay at the W Bali, where she held a series of outdoor yoga classes as part of her collaboration with W Hotels worldwide.

This edition also includes a compilation on fashionable rooftops that are perfect to ‘see and be seen’ as well as other articles we hope you enjoy flipping through! Have a fabulous October and enjoy the warmth of Balinese hospitality as well as the Bali sun.

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

Bob Priest

Brook Mitchell

was once part of the B&B editorial team.

Although she is no longer working as a journalist, she still continues her writing hobby for several publications including our beloved magazine.

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 an Australian travel and documentary photographer currently based in Bali. His work has been published in numerous international publications, focusing on remote places and cultures.

Katie Truman

Paul V. Walters

Oky Hartanto

waved goodbye to her native England fifteen years ago and has been living in Southeast Asia as a freelance writer ever since.

She contributes to numerous international publications on her two big loves, Vietnam and Indonesia.

is the best selling author of two novels, Final Diagnosis and Blowback. The third in this trilogy, Counterpoint was released in November 2013.

travels with passion, writes when in the mood and is always taking photos. He has been a night scene photographer since 2007.

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BALINESE PARASOLS

PHOTOS & FUN FACTS

Parasols are not only decorative but also hold a very important ceremonial function in Bali

Snapshots and quotes picked up throughout August and September

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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE STRIKE A POSE

We caught up with New York yoga instructor Tara Stiles to chat about smoothies, parties and her partnership with W Hotels Worldwide

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DINE&DELIGHTS ASIAN FLAVORS

Fat Gajah is a laid-back Asian bistro in Seminyak with a menu of tasty treats that is perfect for sharing

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REST&RELAXATION

STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN You can check-out but you will find it very hard to leave the fabulous Amankila resort in East Bali

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PONDERINGPOINT FASHION POLICE

Ubud, you’re being watched! A humorous observation of what the travelers are wearing up in the village

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

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

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

DREAM WEAVERS

The five talented designers who participated in the Bali Fashion Parade 2014

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

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PUT A LITTLE SPRING IN YOUR STEP

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Photos from BALI & BEYOND’s Bali Fashion Parade 2014 at the Hard Rock Cafe Bali

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ROOFTOP REVELRIES (PART DEUX)

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A new day spa has popped up on Petitenget Street offering a fun environment that even includes an in-house DJ

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

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 PHOTO BY JOSEPH WANG, SECOND COLUMN BY OKY HARTANTO FOR BFPP 2014, THIRD COLUMN COURTESY OF ALILA MANGGIS

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THE SULTAN’S ARMADA A personal account and photographs from this year’s Teluk Jailolo festival in Maluku

ACTION&ATTRACTION OFF THE WALLS

The new trampoline and bowling facilities at Canggu Club’s Bounce Bali and Strike Bowling Center get our seal of approval

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PRIMEPROMOTION

3D ART CLASS Contemporary artist Paul Frank Wagner travels the globe creating one-of-a-kind rope installations in the world’s most unique locations, and from October 1 to 14 you can find him at Alila Manggis. The Paris-based artist will hold an exhibit as well as perform a live rope installation – suspending a frame with ropes through various points of attachments – as part of the resort’s Artist in Residence program. Private classes with the artist are available for US$ 100++/person.

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

CHARITY CASE Get a 30% discount off your Samsonite purchase (the Fomma, Cita, Pro Dlx 3 and Torus collections) from October 15 to November 16 by trading in your used briefcase, laptop carrier or backpack.

Your lightly used items will be donated to charity as part of the ‘Business Trade-in’ campaign.

Participating Samsonite stores in Bali can be found at Lippo Mall Kuta and Bali Galeria Mall. www.samsonite.co.id

There’s a special dinner offer coming soon at the Conrad Resort in Tanjung Benoa! Try all three of their restaurants in one special journey that begins at Rin with creative Japanese delights, continues at Suku with a showcase of the best local flavors, and ends with dessert at Eight Degrees South in an alfresco beachfront pavilion. With two courses at each venue, beautiful wine pairings included in the price (US$ 80++/person) and a view of the moon, sea and stars to wrap it all up, this will be a memorable meal for sure. Special deals for groups available. Contact the resort for more details.

Conrad Bali Jalan Pratama No. 168, Tanjung Benoa (0361) 778-7888 www.conradbali.com

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FOOD JOURNEY

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TEA MASTER Prepare to be amazed at Table8 by the tea master’s kung fu movements, which required months of intensive training in China to master. When you order Hua Cha Shuang Xi Lin Men (flower tea), the tea master will demonstrate special artistic movements while pouring hot water from afar using a long nosed brass kettle until your tea bundle blooms.

It is fantastic to watch and a perfect complement to your dinner of Canton and Sichuan delicacies.

Table8 at The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua (0361) 301-7777 www.themulia.com

SECRET RECIPE

MORE THAN JUST A SHOW On October 31, join Indonesian Idol 2014 winner Nowela and chart topping artist Petra Sihombing at the Bali International Convention Center for the UNICEF Check Out for Children Charity event. Organized by the Westin Resort in Nusa Dua, the event is Rp. 100,000 net/person and all proceeds will be donated directly to UNICEF to help children across the Asia Pacific region. Super fans also have the option of paying Rp. 375,000 net/person to participate in an interactive sharing session with the artists followed

by Afternoon High Tea at Westin’s Prego restaurant, both taking place prior to the main event at 7 p.m. in Mangapura Hall.

The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali BTDC Lot N-3, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-906 www.westinusaduabali.com

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Sample the legendary sop buntut from the Hotel Borobudur Jakarta (famous for over three decades!) at The Pond, Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel’s 24-hour restaurant. Every Monday until October 31 you will get two free scoops of ice cream with every purchase of an oxtail dish. Prices start from Rp. 112,000++ for a medium portion and all oxtail dishes are served with steamed rice and sambal.

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

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NEW&NEWS

FOOD NETWORK The old dilemma of “where to eat?” finally has its answer. The ‘search and discovery service’ Zomato, which launched in Indonesia in November 2013 and has information on over 18,000 restaurants in Jakarta, now covers the island of Bali.

There are over 2,500 Bali dining options on the website and free mobile app that can be accessed in both Indonesian and English. Zomato covers over 100 cities across 15 countries and sees 23 million monthly visits globally. www.zomato.com

BAN KI-MOON IN BALI On August 28 the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon witnessed the signing of a MoU on ‘Green Schools for Sustainable Development’ between the Green School Bali, the National REDD+ Agency and the UN Office for REDD+ Coordination in Indonesia (UNORCID). The MoU establishes a collaboration framework for knowledge exchange on embedding sustainable development into education systems, and will serve as input for the development of green schools in Indonesia. The signatories aim to have 1 million ‘green youth ambassadors’ in schools across the country by 2017.

Green School Bali Jalan Raya Sibangkaja, Abiansemal (0361) 469-875 www.greenschool.org

The newest hideaway to kick back and relax in Canggu was recently revealed just 500 meters from Canggu Beach. The FC Residence Bali is a modern villa-style accommodation surrounded by emerald green rice paddies and located near a flowing river. It was renovated by the award winning ACTS Studio, whose founder Carl Gouw is the winner of the ‘40 under 40’ Award 2014 by Perspective magazine. Signature cocktails and relaxed dining can be enjoyed at the FC Bar & Grill.

FC Residence Bali Jalan Dalem Penataran, Canggu +62 082144122023 www.fc-bali.com

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TOP LEFT AND BOTTOM LEFT PHOTOS OF BAN KI-MOON VISIT BY ZACHARY REZNICHEK, RIGHT PHOTO BY CAROL DA RIVA; ALL OTHER PHOTOS ON THIS PAGE COURTESY

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SEAL OF EXCELLENCE The InterContinental Bali Resort has been awarded the Signum Virtutis, or the seal of excellence by The Seven Star Global Luxury Awards 2014.

The coveted award is reserved for those who have reached the pinnacle in hospitality and lifestyle and is a testament to the InterContinental Bali Resort’s exceptional standards.

Voting was done by both guests and industry professionals and the award ceremony took place on June 14 in Malaysia.

InterContinental Bali Resort Jalan Uluwatu No. 45, Jimbaran (0361) 701-888 www.bali.intercontinental.com

STAY IN SANUR Bali is becoming well known for its ‘makeovers’ and Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel is proud to announce a recent facelift! All 168 Superior category rooms have a lively new décor, brand-new furnishings and renovated bathrooms (the fresh new rooms are now referred to as Pool View Rooms). The pool area has also been revamped to include more trees and grassy areas, more sunbeds and intimate ‘sunbed bays’ where guests absolutely love spending time.

Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel Jalan Hang Tuah No. 46, Sanur (0361) 281-781 www.sanurparadise.com

John Hardy, the Sustainable Luxury™ pioneer renowned for its handmade jewelry, is working with the National Development Planning Agency of Indonesia (BAPPENAS) to advise Lombok pearl farmers on sustainable practices and environmental protection. This important partnership is marked by the Special Naga Collection, which incorporates Lombok golden pearls and is sold exclusively at John Hardy’s newly opened Asia flagship boutique at The Mulia Resort & Villas - Nusa Dua, Bali. www.johnhardy.com

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Balinese

Parasols

IN THE ISLAND OF THE GODS, PARASOLS NOT ONLY PROTECT PEOPLE FROM FALLING RAINDROPS BUT HOLD A VERY IMPORTANT CEREMONIAL FUNCTION AS WELL.

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here was a time in Bali

no wonder that various offerings are

fertility. Vishnu is symbolized by

when parasols were

presented, people come dressed

water and the color designated to

luxury items used only

in their tidiest, and shrines are

him is black. Black parasols are

in ceremonies and in

beautifully decorated with ornate

always placed in northern locations.

palaces. Commoners

penjor poles and colorful pajeng

made use of leaves (usually banana or wide taro leaves) for shade and to

parasols.

Yellow parasols are placed in the west in honor of Mahadewa, while

There are at least five colors

white parasols are placed in the east

protect themselves from downpours.

for ceremonial parasols, namely

for the god Shiva, who is believed

In Bali, umbrellas or parasols

red, white, black, yellow and a

be the demolisher. The remaining

are referred to as tedung, derived

combination of black and white. Red

color is the checkered pattern of

from the word tedun meaning ‘to

parasols personify the god Brahma

black and white.

descend.’ This is due to the fact that

and usually take post in southern

parasols are used as ceremonial

locations. Brahma is the creator and

white symbolizes harmony and

equipment, to greet gods and

symbolized by fire – one of the most

balance. The Balinese believe

deified ancestors and invite them to

important gods in the Balinese Hindu

that the existence of one thing

‘descend to Earth.’

pantheon.

will be equalized by an opposing

Ceremonies in Bali are carried

Vishnu acts as the caretaker of

The combination of black and

factor. Thus butha kala, or the

out vivaciously, as they are

all things related to prosperity, so

personification of negative forces,

occasions to express gratitude and

fertility and welfare are associated

are venerated and asked to not

to ‘offer back’ what the heavens

with him. His consort is Dewi Sri,

interfere with human activities. Black

have bestowed upon humans. It is

who is the goddess of rice and

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placed in the northwest in honor

accents for interiors.

of nature. In households they are

This trend has been good for

usually placed outside the house

the parasol craftsmen in Bali such

or used to shade gargoyles and

as those in the villages of Mengwi

guardian statues.

(Badung regency) and Kayubihi (Bangli regency). The crafts are

MODERN USAGE

produced in cottage industries and

Nowadays, Balinese parasols not

then sold at traditional markets, art

only dominate temples but can also

markets and even the international

be found adorning hotels, villas and

market. Some craftsmen in Badung

restaurants. There are many varieties

ship up to a thousand parasols to

in vibrant colors and impressive

Europe each month.

motifs.

Decorative parasols are sold for

The development of tourism

Rp. 40,000 to Rp. 200,000 per

and the rapidly growing crafts

piece, depending on the size and

industry has led the parasol to now

materials used. The parasols are

have more diversified functions.

wrapped in fabric, with some made

Aside from ceremonies, shade and

of satin and also velvet for larger

protection from bad weather, they

items.

are also now used as decorative

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OPENING PHOTO BY IB DONNY CAHYADI PHOTO ON THIS PAGE BY JOSEPH WANG

BALINESE PARASOLS NOT ONLY DOMINATE TEMPLES BUT CAN ALSO BE FOUND ADORNING HOTELS, VILLAS AND RESTAURANTS. THERE ARE MANY VARIETIES IN VIBRANT COLORS AND IMPRESSIVE MOTIFS.

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STRIKE A POSE WE CAUGHT UP WITH NEW YORK YOGA INSTRUCTOR TARA STILES IN SEMINYAK TO CHAT ABOUT SMOOTHIES, PARTIES AND HER PARTNERSHIP WITH W HOTELS WORLDWIDE.

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commencing with the scheduled press conference.

Stiles may not do things by the book – the aforementioned yoga session was followed by a cocktail party (with cocktails she designed herself) and her yoga style isn’t always embraced by traditionalists (she focuses on health benefits and leaves out the customary chanting) – but she seems to have adopted a ‘to each their own’ attitude in response.

She laughed heartily after we told her that someone had once referred to Strala Yoga as ‘yoga for partiers.’ “It has a sense of fun and

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he sun was sinking into the horizon as we lifted our arms over our heads in the Warrior Pose, filling our lungs with

warm sea air and taking in the view of the peach sky that was quickly transforming into a mesmerizing coral hue. Behind us the band Josep Xorto from Barcelona provided a live soundtrack of chilled out melodies, while in front Tara Stiles beamed as she looked out at the 200 people

with her the day before it was easy

lightheartedness,” she said. “The

that had showed up at the W Retreat

to see why.

classes definitely feel like a party.”

For those unfamiliar with Strala,

& Spa Bali - Seminyak for sunset

REBEL, REBEL

she describes it as a movement

Dressed in a sleeveless neon pink

system with a ‘soft approach,’

and founder of Strala Yoga, was

and orange shift dress and tall

meaning participants are always

arguably just as enchanting as the

wedges, Stiles could have easily

moving in a soft and easy way. “It’s

surroundings. With over 145,000

been heading out for a night on the

very much like the ocean, the waves

Facebook likes and 57,000

town. Instead, the ‘yoga rebel’ was

are coming and going,” she said.

followers on Twitter and Instagram,

in the Extreme WOW Suite of the

Forget those nightmares you’ve had

her admirers span the globe. And

W Bali asking members of the press

about yoga instructors forcing your

having had the opportunity to chat

to join her in some stretching before

body to contort in uncomfortable

yoga.

Stiles, the author of two books

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off-site to the GWK Cultural Park for an epic sunrise yoga session in front of towering statues.

Aside from being able to travel the globe and connect with her fans, Stiles has enjoyed being able to make herself at home in the kitchens of the various resorts. While she was developing programs at the W Vieques, she and the chef there had a ‘smoothie off’ where Sunrise yoga at the GWK Cultural Park

he was amazed by her simple yet delicious green smoothie concoction.

However, he felt the need to add his

W Hotels to help her imagine the

forcing, pushing or struggling.

needs of the traveler. “By identifying

“The whole attitude is around

own touch (ginger) to it.

The recipe for the ‘Vieques Green

their needs and wants in a workout,

Dream’ smoothie is available on

community and doing what feels

I was able to create four unusual,

Stiles’ website and can also be

good and not necessarily about

fun, glamorous workouts that can be

found in one of her recent Facebook

achieving the pose,” she explained.

done whenever, wherever anywhere

posts. Try it out for yourself and

“If someone leaves a class and

in the world,” she said.

don’t forget to try Strala Yoga – we

says they had fun, to me that’s a huge success.”

What’s more is the exclusive ‘FIT

can attest that both are absolutely

with Tara Stiles Retreat’ program

amazing.

that has taken the instructor to some

By Mutia Adisoma

FIT WITH TARA STILES

amazing destinations around the

It comes as no surprise that W

globe. When she visited Bali from

W Retreat & Spa Bali - Seminyak

Hotels Worldwide reached out

September 12 to 14, her daily yoga

Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak

to Stiles to collaborate, given her

classes took place in various corners

(0361) 473-8106

playful approach to yoga and her

of the resort grounds and even went

www.wretreatbali.com

ever-growing fan base that includes the likes of Deepak Chopra and Jane Fonda.

The ‘FIT with Tara Stiles’ program launched globally in May of this year and consists of a series of workouts printed on in-room tip cards as well as videos. This program can be found at all 45 of the W brand’s hotels and resorts around the world.

Stiles conducted research by

What’s a yoga pose that you think everyone could benefit from?

The Pigeon pose, because I think a lot of times people are coming to yoga for stress reduction or for a mind-body connection. You can do this with the leg down, just relaxing forward. That feels really great for a lot of people – it helps to reduce tension in the hips, in the back, in the mind. It’s something to do right before bed to get you centered and calm and feeling good. For travelers, l it’s i ’ a great one to combat any aches and pains from sitting on a plane.

locking herself in the suites of several

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positions – Strala classes come sans

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DINE&DELIGHTS

NOODLES AND DUMPLINGS AND DRINKS… OH MY! THE GOOD FOLKS BEHIND THE RENOWNED CHANDI RESTAURANT PRESENT A LAID-BACK ASIAN BISTRO IN SEMINYAK WITH A MENU OF TASTY TREATS THAT IS PERFECT FOR SHARING.

From left to right: Juicy charred Norwegian Salmon on Egg Noodles, succulent Beef Short Ribs on a steamed bun, Rice Cracker Prawn dumplings

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here’s a fair number of shops and boutiques flanking the busy two-way traffic of Raya Seminyak Street, and when you

have confidently combed through them all and find yourself famished at the end of the day, look no further than Fat Gajah!

The semi-alfresco bistro faces the traffic and can be a bit noisy, but we’ve found that if you come around 6:30 p.m. the traffic tends to die down and it also gets significantly cooler. Add to that the staff lighting candles at each table and the jazz melodies floating out of the speakers and… Voilà! You’ve got yourself the perfect little romantic spot.

The concept – like Chandi – is Asian food using almost all local ingredients and with a dash of herbs

brains,” they explained with a wink.

The difference between Chandi

since August. “We were just playing around and experimenting in the

and Fat Gajah is that the latter is

kitchen, and it seemed to work,”

much more casual than its sister

they responded when asked how the

restaurant on Laksmana Street and

dish came to be.

the menu is intentionally kept simple

The phrase ‘seemed to work’ is

– think noodles, dumplings and

an understatement – the succulent

salads. The dishes are best ordered

salmon roll with its perfectly crisp

commonly found in Western cuisine,

with sharing in mind, that is, unless

skin is absolutely fantastic, served on

like rosemary. The Fat Gajah team

you want to keep your tasty bowl of

a bed of noodles and topped with

explained that these little hints make

noodles all to yourself.

fresh tomato salsa. The addition of

unfamiliar foods and flavors less

We found this to be the case with

grilled vegetables adds a beautiful

intimidating and more accessible for

the Charred Norwegian Salmon

charred flavor and the sesame chili

foreign palates. “It registers in their

in Egg Noodles, a new menu item

sauce is a wonderful complement to

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From left to right: Red Snapper Bakso Balls in Squid Ink Noodles, refreshing drinks inspired by local ingredients, steamed dumplings for lovers of subtle avors

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it all. They even put some sambal bajak on the side for those craving an additional flavor punch.

Salad lovers should try the Slipper Lobster Salad & Roasted Tamarillos.

This delicious dish consists of their imported lobster, frisée, watercress, red chili and ginger-kemangi vinaigrette dressing. The tamarillo is super fresh and balances out the flavor of the kemangi paste, which is somewhat savory and reminiscent of an exotic pesto sauce. It is a superb flavor combination. goodness served atop a dollop of

future. A little bird told us there’s a

garlic mustard aioli. We recommend

couple in the pipeline and both will

sharing a ‘Dumpling Tasting’ – they

be located outside of the Seminyak

come with either eight or sixteen

area. Stay tuned for updates – we’ll

pieces so you can get a sampling

be sure to share with you as soon

of their unique dumpling creations.

as more information becomes

And don’t forget to order one of

available.

their refreshing mocktails or cocktails

By Regina Indraswari

using tropical fruits and ingredients Fat Gajah

to wash it all down.

Fat Gajah is open daily for lunch and dinner. If you find it is up your

Seminyak

alley, you can look forward to sister

(0361) 868-8212

establishments opening up in the

www.fatgajah.com

Also not to be missed are the

PHOTOS BY JOSEPH WANG

Jalan Raya Seminyak No. 21,

WE RECOMMEND...

dumplings. If you prefer subtle

Noodle dish: The Charred Norwegian Salmon in Egg Noodles.

flavors, you’ll like the juicy lamb

This is new on the menu and absolutely divine!

dumplings featuring grilled white

Dumplings: The Assorted Crunchy Dumplings for Two. There’s eight

onion, jicama and light lemongrass

pieces in total, including our favorite – the Rice Cracker Prawn.

curry. However, our personal

Drink: The Fat Gajah Sour. With ingredients including turmeric and

favorites were the crunchy dumpling

tamarind, you’ll really get a taste of the local flavors.

options. The Spicy Beef Rendang

Cocktail: Psst… there’s a secret cocktail that isn’t on the menu but you

Pot Stickers come with an intriguing lemon yoghurt sauce, while the Rice Cracker Prawn is a delicious ball of

can still order it. It includes Pimm’s, mint, ginger, cucumber and various other fresh ingredients, and is the perfect accompaniment to your meal of Asian flavors.

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

DREAM WEAVERS

to become an internationally

Bali Fashion Parade (BFP) is an annual event where BALI & BEYOND magazine shines a spotlight on a handful of talented designers during a glorious night of catwalk presentations. This year’s event was held on September 11 at the Hard Rock Cafe Bali and you can read on to learn about the Bali-based designers and get an idea of why their designs really stand out in a crowd.

aim to open our first flagship store in

recognized swimwear brand and Bali in 2015.

Please share the story behind your newest collection.

Stellar Dust’s latest collection ‘Celestial Tide’ was born from the idea of sunsets and seascapes on another planet. Our inspiration came from the light reflections on water, 70’s sci-fi movies, star shine and retro-futurism. Each print has the influence of exotic nature, natural

It’s for those who like to travel light

geometry and vivid light.

without sacrificing their fabulous style. All pieces are interchangeable and can be worn in different ways.

In fact, the 10 outfits I present at the show consist of the same four sets of apparel.

Where can we buy your pieces?

In Bali at SATU (3rd floor of Beachwalk in Kuta).

Stellar Dust How you describe your fashion and It’s an eclectic fusion of sport-luxe,

Where can we buy your pieces?

street wear, vibrant colors and prints

We are currently stocked in Natasha

with a few vintage pieces thrown

Gan swim on Oberoi, Poema store

Oka Diputra

in. I don’t follow trends and try to

in Padang Padang and Golden

What inspires your designs?

maintain a unique and fun sense

Breed in Byron Bay Australia.

The underwater world that I

of style.

We also sell online at

encounter while scuba diving.

Could you tell us your vision for

www.stellar-dust.com.

Could you tell us your vision for

your brand in the future?

your brand in the future?

We will continue to evolve and

Uluwatu

I’m striving to make my brand one of

raise the bar in design, producing

What inspires your designs?

the frontrunners of modern Bali style.

innovative products using exclusive

Being born and bred in Bali, I find

Please share the story behind your

prints for our ever-increasing

art in many corners of my life. Art

newest collection.

customer base. We aspire

is a part of the ceremonies and

Designer Oka Diputra

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style?

chose clean lines and sophisticated

strong but still embrace femininity.

cutting with details on the trimmings.

Could you tell us your vision for

Where can we buy your pieces?

your brand in the future?

We have 13 shops in Bali stretched

Ali Charisma has two lines, the

from Nusa Dua to Ubud, such as

couture line and the second line.

the one on Jalan Pantai Kuta, Jalan

The couture line is based on special

Danau Tamblingan in Sanur, Jalan

order and the second line is what

Monkey Forest Road in Ubud and

you can find in Jakarta and Bali –

Beachwalk in Kuta.

evening wear for the local market and for export. This is what I would

Flirt

like to develop more.

Please share the story behind your newest collection.

My newest collection is inspired

by Bali and Indonesia and mixed

my daily rituals. A great synergy

with art deco and art nouveau. It is

has come from combining art and

feminine and romantic mixed with

fashion. Our brand has been most

geometric patterns, representing

influenced by Balinese carvings,

strong and decisive women.

batik and traditional ornaments.

Geometric lace, satin, silk and

Could you tell us your vision for

organza silk will be combined with

your brand in the future?

a dark color palette and also black

Our brand has grown and evolved

and white. This collection will be

in the past 30 years and at the

How you describe your fashion

wearable but with a lot of drama.

moment, aside from our main

and style?

Where can we buy your pieces?

collection and Uluwatu home

Confident, chic, glamour and sexy.

At the moment you can get our

ware, we are developing a bridal

Could you tell us your vision for

pieces at Beachwalk and also at our

collection. We wish to have Uluwatu

your brand in the future?

workshop in Kerobokan, Bali.

Handmade Balinese Lace decorating

My vision for my brand is that it

the wardrobes of women around

will be found worldwide, worn by

the world.

people all over the world and with

Please share the story behind your

shops in many cities.

newest collection.

Where can we buy your pieces?

Bali is an island where tropical

At Fashion First boutique in Jakarta

flowers flourish, a signature in our

and KUDETA Shop in Bali.

designs. This summer the theme of our collection is ‘Amaryllis Breeze.’

Ali Charisma

Although the flower is not originally

How you describe your fashion

from Bali, our team has managed

and style?

to create an Amaryllis motif with a

My design represents women who

Balinese twist. As for the styling, we

are independent, decisive and

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Designer Ali Charisma

INVITE&INDULGE

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A NEW DAY SPA HAS POPPED UP ON PETITENGET STREET, OFFERING A FUN ENVIRONMENT THAT EVEN INCLUDES AN IN-HOUSE DJ!

B

ali is definitely the place

Spa, “Spring will be the largest site

for spa enthusiasts,

for the brand and unlike anything

being absolutely

else the Balinese market has seen.”

abundant with options.

So we wondered how

At a quick glance it seems they’ve got the right ingredients to live up to

the newly opened Spring spa could

the claim – an exceptional spa menu

possibly differentiate themselves

and cutting edge interior in the heart

from the numerous existing spas,

of fashionable Seminyak (Spring is

and it turns out they have done so

just a short walk from the popular

by creating a hip and quirky social

Potato Head Beach Club and W

space that is surprisingly appealing

Bali). Sprinkle onto that some quirky

to both female and male customers.

touches and you’ve got the recipe

The New Zealand brand has only

for a memorable spa experience.

recently began its expansion into Asia, and it just so happens that Bali

FUNKY & FRESH

is their very first stop. Says Ina Bajaj,

The multi-level Spring was

founder of East Day Spa and Spring

designed by Derek Lockwood of

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the renowned Saatchi & Saatchi

dinner or night out on the town) and

hens parties taking place here,

Design Worldwide, and is a far cry

a DJ booth. The resident DJ gauges

which begin with blowouts and

from your traditional looking spa.

the crowd when deciding what to

continue with a round of cocktails

The walls and reclining treatment

spin and his music selection ranges

or fresh coconuts (with a dedicated

chairs are a clean white, and the

from jazz to upbeat ‘Ibiza cool.’

corner for express manicures,

whitewashed wooden planks placed

During our visit we heard some

of course)!

at strategic angles are used to

soulful tunes and even a romantic

section off one area of the ground

ballad, perhaps thrown in to greet a

to our personal favorite area, the

floor, cleverly resembling tall reeds.

cute couple that had just sat down in

unique open treatment space. This

Pops of color come from cube-

the open treatment area.

space consists of ten reclining chairs

shaped footrests in blue, green,

Descend the illuminated stairway

SOCIAL SCENE

without any partitions. The open

same colors that can be found on

The spacious second floor is

plan is quite intentional – Spring

the Rubik’s cubes they place next to

available for private functions – the

encourages its clients to bring friends

each chair.

mirrors at the blowout stations can

along or strike up a conversation

be cleared away, leaving ample

with a neighbor while enjoying

eight blow-dry stations (perfect for

table space and room for mingling.

treatments. We spotted some young

a quick blowout before a special

We envision fabulous bachelorette/

men getting their fingertips tended to

Upstairs you’ll find a liquid bar,

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that are set up in a semi-circle

pink, orange and yellow; the exact

private treatment rooms where you can take advantage of a Spring Signature Massage (60 mins, Rp. 250,000) or a Back Buff (60 mins, Rp. 400,000) that includes a ‘stress busting massage’ and application of exotic Balinese spices and cool yoghurt to nourish the skin.

Also recommended by founder Ina Bajaj is their Bliss Instant Radiance Oxygen Pod Facial (60 mins, Rp. 450,000) using the famous Bliss brand from New York and their lash extension service (coming soon) using LASH beLONG, one of the most complete professional eyelash extensions kits on the market. We’re also intrigued by the Bliss Fabulips treatment (15 mins, Rp. 160,000), which includes a peel and lip wax or thread and in with a Sports Manicure and Pedicure

be massaged in (the perfect cure for

the words of Spring is ‘pout’ of

(Rp. 165,000) – single ladies, don’t

tired calves and feet), followed by a

this world!

be afraid to chat with the handsome

pedicure to leave your toes looking

By Mutia Adisoma

fella sitting next to you! Who knows

bright and beautiful.

where the conversation might lead…

While you wait for your polish

Spring Spa

to dry, why not lie back and enjoy

Jalan Petitenget No. 100x, Seminyak

WE RECOMMEND

a quick Neck + Shoulder Massage

(0361) 849-9636

Regardless of who your neighbors

(15 mins, Rp. 75,000)? This can be

www.springspa.com

are at your time of visit, you really

done with or without massage oil, so

must seat yourself on a wide recliner

if you are feeling a bit shy around

and try their Bliss Hot Milk and

your neighbors just opt for dry and

Fun fact: Spring Spa

Almond Pedicure (60 mins, Rp.

enjoy an invigorating massage that

has fresh young coconut

250,000). The staff will bring out

honestly feels like more than 15

available on their drink

a rather large watering can and

minutes and leaves you ready to

menu for only Rp. 15,000.

‘water’ your feet with a sublime

tackle whatever is next on your to-do

There’s also a stand outside

mixture of hot milk and almond oil.

list in Bali.

so passersby can enjoy

After leaving your feet submerged for a while, a brown sugar scrub will

If you prefer a bit more privacy during ‘me time,’ there are six

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coconuts too (same price).

d at one of Bali’s brightest Out-of-the-box dessert can be foun spent time at the famous who , chef r dining spots, Cuca. Thei yable molecular El-Bulli, brings a laid-back and enjo . gastronomy experience to Jimbaran

The Japanese tra ditional summer festival Bon Odor celebrated at the i was recently Ayodya Resort Ba li and here are ou from the event! W r snapshots e especially loved seeing all the cute traditional Japane kids wearing se dress.

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SIGHTS&SOUNDS

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

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REST&RELAXATION Your first view at check-in is Amankila’s iconic three-tiered infinity pool, its shimmering azure hue blurring with the sea.

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YOU CAN CHECK OUT, BUT YOU WILL FIND IT VERRY HARD TO LEAVE THE FABULOUS AMANKILLA RESO ORT.

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THE RICH & FAMOUS

stilts, spaced well apart and terraced

that have so much hype

Amankila is the recipient of

down the hill to take advantage of

surrounding them that

numerous international accolades,

the spectacular ocean views.

when you finally stay

topping the “Top 25 Hotels in

there it can be a bit of an

Southeast Asia” list in Condé Nast

suites to the public areas. There are

anti-climax, but this is certainly not

Traveler’s 2013 Readers’ Choice

countless steps involved and it is

the case with the Amankila. Taking

Awards. Not surprisingly, you’ll pay

no wonder there is no resort gym,

your breath away from the very start,

dearly (rates start from US$ 950)

as you’ll get all the exercise you

it is positioned along the naturally

to stay at this secret hideaway of

need going up and down the stairs.

wild and unspoiled east coast in the

the rich and famous. Recent celeb

Divas like the late Elizabeth Taylor,

traditional Manggis village – one

visitors include supermodel Cara

who once stayed here, allegedly

of Asia’s most jaw-dropping resort

Delevingne, who posted photos on

“couldn’t cope” – fortunately, resort

settings.

her Twitter and Instagram accounts;

buggies are on permanent call to

the discreet staff are tightlipped on

whisk you around.

What amounts to the height of unabashed luxury, the exclusive Amankila (aptly translated “peaceful

Raised stone walkways link the

other famous guests.

There are 33 suites with a

SUITE LIFE

hill”) is majestically positioned on

“relaxed home” concept (albeit a

All six suite categories are massively

a steep hillside rolling down to a

very rich person’s home) that ensure

sized and follow the same design

pretty private beach in the shadows

exclusivity and privacy and resemble

format, but nine suites, including

of sacred Mount Agung. The palatial

deluxe tree-houses amongst the

the highest category (the sumptuous

white stone resort straddles not only

coconut treetops. These free-standing

two-bedroom Amankila Suite with

jungle and ocean, but also rice fields.

thatched suites are elevated on stone

bespoke butler service) are larger

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T

here are some Bali resorts

and feature a private cliff-edge infinity pool.

Whatever the suite, all reveal an opulent open-plan interior with quality teak and local woods and a rather glamorous terrazzo stone bathroom as large as the bedroom.

Amankila’s recurring design motif – a series of inwardly curving shapes on walls and doors – echoes the ornate entrance doors at the Karangasem royal water palace, just a short

restaurant beside a 41-meter lap

with all these temptations, Amankila

drive away. And the wonderfully

pool. A few steps away is a water

is very hard to extricate yourself

expansive stone patio at the entrance

sports center with complimentary

from, and well, why would you want

with a sprawling daybed is perfect

activities such as catamaran sailing,

to leave? In fact, my only grumble is

for al fresco dining, early morning

as well as a number of thatched roof

that it is almost mission impossible to check out after getting a taste of these finer things in life.

By Katie Truman Amankila Manggis, Karangasem, East Bali (0363) 41-333 www.amanresorts.com Tip: Although Amankila is built beneath Mount Agung, it’s actually difficult to see the mountain in all its glory from the resort. Get the staff to drive you in a buggy to the top of the resort hill, preferably in the

coffee and surveying the magnificent

bale placed discreetly on the private

morning. Not only will you get

nature views.

volcanic black sand beach where

to see the still active volcano,

staff indulge guests with popsicles,

BLISS TIME Be sure to allot “bliss time” at the

acres of working rice fields and

chilled water and fruit kebabs.

Amankila is your swanky launch

resort’s idyllic Beach Club, located at

pad to a multitude of cultural sites

the base of the cliff. Set in a natural

such as temples and water palaces,

coconut grove, this exclusive section

and local-based activities including

boasts an outdoor casual dining

Bali’s finest diving sites. But even

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panoramic ocean views. This private summit is also where intimate romantic dinners with Dirty Martinis, a private chef and candlelit table can be set up.

PONDERINGPOINT

UBUD, YOU’RE BEING WATCHED! A HUMOROUS OBSERVATION OF WHAT THE TRAVELERS ARE WEARING UP IN THE VILLAGE.

W

hen I was asked to write this

I am constantly amazed that so many of the traveling

piece, I pondered the word

public tend to leave their dress habits, manners and any

‘fashion’ for a while, and to be

sense of taste they might have at their departure point,

absolutely sure of its meaning

and once they arrive do everything in their power to

I opened up my trusty Oxford

stand out like a sore thumb.

dictionary and found this definition:

I have had, on numerous occasions, the unfortunate experience of being in an airport check-in queue

Fashion (n): a popular trend especially in styles of dress

surrounded by a group of men who looked as if they

and ornament or manners of behavior.

had, until an hour before, been working underneath a greasy car. It is as if collectively they suddenly looked

To find out just how bad tourist fashion has become,

at each other and said, “Hey, let’s go to Bali! Shall we

I spent the day in Ubud to see if even this part of

have a shower? Nah, we can have a swim when we

the island had fallen into the realm of bad dress.

get there.”

Unfortunately, the streets of Ubud seem to pay homage to

as can be seen in some of the splendid emporiums

Of course I could have chosen Kuta for this piece, but

selling items that would not be out of place on the streets

that is the absolute apocalypse of truly bad taste so I left

of Paris or Rome. But why is it that so many men ignore

that ground zero disaster area well alone.

these offerings and head straight for the gaudy Bintang

By taking a seat at a café on Monkey Forest Road,

t-shirts, overlong shorts and those dreadful thongs?

one can watch at one’s leisure the throngs of visitors to

When night falls and it is time to visit a fashionable

this fair village ambling by wearing outfits so bad that

restaurant, one can almost envisage the male holding up

you have to wonder whether some of them are on a

his thongs and asking his beloved, “What do you think

break from a traveling circus.

babe, the green or the blue ones?”

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some of the worst fashion examples around.

Ubud for me has always had a unique sense of style,

I have singled out the men so far, however I have seen women heading out for an evening, and due to what they were wearing could only remark, “Well that’s a lovely outfit you’re not quite wearing.”

What one wears, be it in daylight or after dark, is a sign of respect to the local inhabitants who have to witness this gaudy spectacle day after day. I am yet to see a badly dressed Balinese woman (or man for that matter) in all the years I have lived here.

A few years ago, when Elizabeth Gilbert turned out the novel Eat Pray Love, a tide of middle aged women from across the globe headed to Ubud to seek spiritual enlightenment. For a while it appeared all they had packed were gaudy caftans and brightly colored yoga gear.

The streets of Ubud were filled with billowing fabric as women of all shapes and sizes headed for the mysterious Balinese healer who would magically turn them into a Julia Roberts. Some of those caftans looked as if they were acquired from stores with names like ‘Rent a Tent’.

Thankfully the caftan phase seems to have passed but yoga outfits still roam the streets, worn by some with reckless abandon. These lurid Lycra pieces look splendid on some, however on others it makes for a sore sight. There is nothing like Lycra to accentuate the ‘bulgy bits’ of the human body, and do we really need to see that when taking breakfast at a sunny street side café?

Now that the era of cheap international flights is with us to stay, there is no doubt that Bali (and other exotic destinations) will continue to be flooded with tourists who appear as if they have shoplifted their holiday attire from the discount aisles of a Walmart. And so, for the foreseeable future, we will have to endure men wearing sandals with socks and their wives in dresses that look as if they were created from the off-cuts of their living room curtains.

Perhaps the local government might one day create a new division within its ranks: Fashion Police.

Now there’s a thought!

By Paul V. Walters

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FOTOFOLIO

FASHION FRENZY Our annual Bali Fashion Parade went off without a hitch on September 11 at the Hard Rock Cafe Bali and we wanted to share some moments from the event with you here. All five Bali-based designers presented edgy collections that captivated the crowd – thank you to Ali Charisma, Uluwatu, Flirt, Stellar Dust, and Oka Diputra for participating in the BFP 2014! Thank you also to the Rob Peetoom team for doing a fabulous job with the makeup and hair of the models. And last but certainly not least, thank you to Fashion Director extraordinaire Diaz for creating a dramatic fashion show that turned the images from his imagination into reality.

We certainly enjoyed the experience and hope you like flipping through the following pages.

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All designs on these two pages

by Oka Diputra

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PHOTOGRAPHED BY OKY HARTANTO FASHION DIRECTOR DIAZ HAIR & MAKEUP ROB PEETOOM LOCATION HARD ROCK CAFE BALI

From left to right: First two looks by Flirt followed

by Oka Diputra, Flirt, Uluwatu and Oka Diputra

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From left to right: Ali Charisma, Uluwatu, next three looks by Flirt, Ali Charisma

All designs here by Stellar Dust

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LITTLELOVES

The L Hotel’s rooftop overlooking Seminyak

ROOFTOP REVELRIES (PART DEUX) TRENDY ROOFTOPS IN BALI THAT ARE PERFECT FOR MIXING, MINGLING AND ENJOYING THE GORGEOUS SUNSET. By Joseph Wang

H

ere is the second

five options that all provide fresh

as two private dining rooms.

part of our Rooftop

air, striking views and delicious

Try their classical and modern

Revelries series,

cocktails galore.

cocktails concocted by the famous

for those of you

Dr. Cocktail, a mixologist whose

LUNA ROOF BAR

A-list followers include Prince

your favorite rooftop hangout in

The L Hotel Seminyak’s Luna Roof

Albert of Monaco. Something that

our July 2014 compilation. While

Bar is more than just a rooftop with

is definitely worth trying is the

Part I discussed after-hours options,

views of rice terraces and the sea

Popsicohol, which is a fruit juice-

this article focuses more on places

on the horizon. It also features two

based Popsicle served with liquor

that are perfect for sunset drinks.

dedicated corners for canapés

in a wine glass that you can use

From classy to lively, we present

and Japanese Teppanyaki, as well

to relive your childhood memories

who didn’t find

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(grownup style!). A non-alcoholic version of the Popsicocol is also available.

L Hotel Seminyak Jalan Petitenget No. 8L, Seminyak (0361) 894-7898 www.thelhotels.com

SHERATON BALI KUTA RESORT After enjoying a lazy Sunday at Feast’s Market Brunch, head up to the infinity pool of the Sheraton

The 101 Bali Legian hosts lively parties on its rooftop

Bali Kuta Resort that overlooks Kuta Beach and the Indian Ocean.

The Sheraton Bali Kuta’s weekly

sundowner event called White Magic Sunsets goes from 3 to 9 p.m. and DJ Adrian Giordano along with special guest DJs provide a hip soundtrack of nu-disco beats for your rooftop mixing and mingling. Enjoy their specially crafted Italian snacks,

Left: DJ Adrian Giordano setting the mood at White Magic Sunsets

free Wi-Fi and delicious cocktails as the sun sinks slowly into the horizon.

Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort Jalan Pantai Kuta, Kuta (0361) 846-5555 www.sheratonbalikuta.com

ROOFTOP DINE & MUSIC LOUNGE In the middle of bustling Legian is the ROOFTOP Dine & Music Lounge, located on top of the 101 Bali Legian. Kick start your night here before heading out to party into the wee hours (try their Senior Play Boy and Sense of Smirnoff

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The chic new rooftop bar UNIQUE at the RIMBA Jimbaran

UNIQUE ROOFTOP BAR & RESTAURANT Imagine a rooftop bar that overlooks a lush forest and the sea at the same time – this is what you will find at UNIQUE, located at the AYANA’s new sister hotel RIMBA. UNIQUE Rooftop Bar & Restaurant is a multilevel venue that features a 25 meter pool and 360 degree panoramic be lazy if you don’t feel like going

for those who aren’t too keen on

every Wednesday, Friday and

anywhere and want to sip cocktails

queuing at AYANA’s Rock Bar. Try

Sunday that features a live DJ.

poolside all day long.

the Purple Star cocktail, a customer

ROOFTOP’s crowd may be a bit

favorite that is a mix of exotic

on the boisterous side but if this

The 101 Bali Legian

ingredients such as sweet potato

is your preferred scene, then this

Jalan Legian No. 117, Kuta

and anise. UNIQUE also serves

is definitely the place for you. It is

(0361) 300-1101

traditional chips to complement their

also a good place to hang out and

www.the101bali.com

cocktails, and guess what? They

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views. It is a great alternative cocktails) or join the Sky Pool Party

aren’t stingy with them and will

SKY BAR MULIA

The Mulia, Mulia Resort &

keep them coming for as long as

Be a part of the posh crowd and

Villas - Nusa Dua, Bali

you want.

spend your sunset hour at this

Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan,

upscale establishment in Nusa

Nusa Dua

RIMBA Jimbaran Bali

Dua. At the Sky Bar Mulia you will

(0361) 301-7777

Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera,

have views of the Indian Ocean

www.themulia.com

Jimbaran

and can sip on pre-dinner drinks

(0361) 846-8468

as you watch the sky slowly turn

www.rimbajimbaran.com

to magenta (it’s the perfect place for a romantic moment!). Insider

Please check out our July

tip: take advantage of 2-for-1

2014 edition for Rooftop

offers on selected beers, wines and

Revelries (Part I), which includes

signature cocktails during the daily

Townhouse, Jim’Bar’N, Smoqee

Happy Hour from 4 to 7 p.m. On

Sky Bar, Sky Garden and

weekends, enjoy listening to the DJ

Velvet/Hypnotized.

mixing sundowner tunes.

Elegant presentation at Raja’s Balinese Restaurant

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The classy Sky Bar at The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas - Nusa Dua, Bali

ACTION&ATTRACTION

OFF THE WALLS OUR CONTRIBUTOR TESTS OUT THE NEW TRAMPOLINE AND BOWLING FACILITIES AT CANGGU CLUB… AND GIVES HIS SEAL OF APPROVAL!

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ouncing off the walls

of bouncing I understood why the

allow you to loosen up and safely

anyone? Your kids will

activity can easily burn 1,000

practice inversions before attempting

be hooked on Canggu

calories per hour.

to flip out on the other trampolines.

Club’s air conditioned Bounce Bali and Strike

Bounce Bali is divided into four

The surrounds are all padded, so

purposeful sections consisting of

it doesn’t take long before you are

Bowling Center, and adults can

the foam pit, high fly, mini-dodge

literally bouncing off the walls

have an action-packed time in the

ball and full court basketball, each

with fun.

new facility too, especially when

offering a unique experience. A

bouncing is followed up with some

good place to begin is the foam

teenager quickly came back as I

great food, drinks, and a few frames

pit, where you can bounce your

challenged myself to perform mock

of bowling.

way from a six-meter rectangular

rail grabs and see just how high I

trampoline over to the other side,

could plant both feet on the walls.

BOUNCE AWAY

then fly through the air into a giant

All the while the local Bounce

Bounce Bali’s gym-sized padded

pit filled with cube shaped pieces

Bali attendant showed off his

room filled with specially designed

of soft foam.

parkour moves and defied gravity

high bounce trampolines is impressive, and after 45 minutes

Twisting, flipping, diving and then landing in the foam pit will

My skateboard park days as a

by springing off the trampolines, running up the walls, doing backflips, landing upright and continuing to bounce away.

Next we tried the mini dodge ball court filled with trampolines and surrounded by netting. Guests can invite their friends to form a dodge ball game of their own or join one of Bounce Bali’s organized activities.

The balls are dense so if you’ve got a good arm they can be hurled powerfully. It’s a bit intimidating at first to be dodging high speed moving objects, but since they are made of foam they harmlessly bounce off. Teenagers will love it!

The basketball court is a larger

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Bounce Bali’s gym-sized padded room ďŹ lled with specially designed high bounce trampolines is impressive.

This activity can easily burn 1,000 calories per hour.

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Both Bounce Bali and Strike

The perfect follow up to Bounce Bali

Bowling are open from 10 a.m. to

is relaxing upstairs in the Bounce

10 p.m. Monday through Thursday,

Bar and Cafe where you can enjoy

10 a.m. to midnight on Friday, 9

area filled with 25 trampolines.

pizza, Mexican or Asian food, and

a.m. to midnight on Saturday, and 9

The walls consist of even more

then bowl in their new bowling alley.

a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday.

trampolines tilted at just the right

Food and drink are reasonably

angle for the perfect body-launch

priced and provide well-deserved

other than visiting the beautiful

back onto the court. With baskets on

replenishment from all the calories

beaches of Bali, then escape the

either side, everyone can feel like

burned from Bounce Bali. Strike

hot sun and get into the ultra-cool

a pro by slam-dunking after just a

Bowling charges Rp. 300,000 (Rp.

environment of the Canggu Club. In

few minutes of practice. Going from

500,000 after 4 p.m.) for up to

addition to the bounce and bowling

one end to the other and bouncing

four persons and you can add two

centers, their state-of-the-art facilities

off the spring loaded walls while

additional bowlers at Rp. 50,000

include a spa, pool, fitness center,

dribbling and throwing foam balls

each for a maximum of six people

tennis courts, soccer fields, bars,

provides not only great fun but also

in one lane.

restaurants and a new water park.

exercise, balance training and even

Strike Bowling has an assortment

If you’re looking for an activity

You’ll not only get your share of

a core body workout as you ache

of complimentary balls for beginning

exercise, but you’re guaranteed

with laughter!

through expert bowlers and shoes

to have a heck of a lot of fun in

are included in the price. Don’t

the process.

hour, plus mandatory socks for Rp.

forget to bring your socks, but if you

By Bob Priest

20,000. Sessions start each hour

need them Strike Bowling has some

on the hour so you’re better off

available for Rp. 20,000. You can

Bounce Bali & Strike Bowling Center

arriving early and starting on time to

even use your Bounce Bali socks from

(0361) 848-3939

maximize your fun.

your trampoline session if you prefer.

www.cangguclub.com

The rate is Rp. 100,000 for one

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BEYONDBALI The Sultan’s ship during the opening ceremony of Teluk Jailolo festival

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THE SULTAN’S ARMADA THE MALUKU ISLANDS ARE A MAGICAL PLACE BEST VISITED BY THOSE WITH A LOVE OF ADVENTURE AND APPRECIATION FOR HISTORY. CONTRIBUTOR BROOK MITCHELL SHARES HIS EXPERIENCE AND PHOTOGRAPHS FROM THIS YEAR’S TELUK JAILOLO FESTIVAL.

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n the third lap

waters flanked by a string of highly

this man and his family is strong.

circling the

temperamental volcanoes that

Only later would the full story of

picture perfect

dominated the landscape. The scene

the Sultan’s dramatic ascent to the

island of Babua,

was surreal for both its staggering

local throne, some 300 years after

the Sultan

beauty and the fact that nobody

his predecessor, fully reveal itself.

ordered his fleet to pause. Anchors

really seemed to know what would

It is just one tale in long history

cast, onlookers aboard the colorful

happen next.

of international intrigue, empire

armada dutifully waited in silence

To the Sultan this surely mattered

building and conflict that drifts

under the baking equatorial sun.

little. We would wait all day if he

through the jade green mountains of

The fleet of long wooden boats

wished, as here in the remote Spice

this now largely forgotten corner of

rocked gently on calm turquoise

Islands of Indonesia, reverence for

the globe.

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Tidore’s Gunung Kie Matubu viewed from Ternate

After some time had passed,

microphone, asking permission from

Arriving early at a sports field

directions were given by the

the Almighty and the spirits thought

to watch the preparations, I was

Sultan’s bobatos (chiefs) at the

to pervade the waters to begin the

greeted with a strange mix of stage

helm of the kakungah (the royal

celebrations marking the end of the

mothers and tribal elders, all fussing

craft) that another lap of the island

local harvest season. The colorful

over their respective group’s dress

was in order. In times long past

Sigofi Ngolo or ‘cleansing of the

and the finer details of the dance

the kakungah were manned by up

seas’ ceremony kicked off a string

routines each were to perform. A

to one hundred rowers pulling in

of events around little Jailolo town,

particular standout were the men of

unison. Now it was the sound of

all part of the annual Teluk Jailolo

the Sahu tribe.

outboard engines that broke the

Festival. The festival lasts four days,

The Sahu still eke out a traditional

silence, accompanied by cheers

with the highlight of the event being

existence in the remote interior of the

from the fleet.

a massive town parade that brings

island, cultivating rice and hunting

together the different ethnic groups

native dear. Despite the withering

from around the island.

sun their energy was infectious,

Upon completion of our final lap an announcer read prayers over a

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Sultan Abdullah Syah and his wife onboard the armada

Miss Ternate was a special guest of the festival

keeping crowds energized throughout the long march through small villages back to the port.

In centuries past, when the sultanates of Jailolo and nearby Ternate feuded (as they tended to do), the Sultan of Jailolo was lured to Babua and murdered in an epic double-cross. His ashes were said to be scattered around Babua and

Men of the Sahu tribe

the superstition remains that the water and fish became haunted by evil spirits. Placating these spirits is

In a recent push for the return of

Sultan received an unexpected offer

the aim of the opening ceremony,

a Sultan to preserve local traditions,

he couldn’t refuse. The link to the

and the laps around the island are

a genealogical study turned up the

royal families of centuries past meant

a gesture of respect to the double-

current royal duo. Previously living

he was first choice to retake the

crossed Sultan.

a humble life in Sumatra, the now

crown in Jailolo. So it was in 2002 that the title of Sultan was passed to

INDONESIA

Abdullah Syah.

The Maluku Islands are a magical place and perhaps best visited by adventure and appreciation for areas with amazing history. The annual Teluk Jailolo event is held

MALUKU

in June; for more information visit www.jailolofest.com.

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those who possess a real sense of

CAPITALCORNER

A LOOK INTO THE PAST

BANK MANDIRI MUSEUM AND THE INDONESIAN NATIONAL MUSEUM IN JAKARTA ARE A TESTAMENT TO HOW THINGS WERE. GIVE THEM A VISIT AND LEARN ALL ABOUT INDONESIA’S GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OVER THE CENTURIES.

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the museum as Gedung Gajah or the

capital and are looking for

INDONESIAN NATIONAL MUSEUM

an educational activity, why

Easily reached via Trans Jakarta or the

elephant statue in front – a gift from

not check these two museums

City Tour Jakarta double decker bus

Thailand. Originally a community

out? Bank Mandiri Museum

(it’s free!), this museum is located in a

owned museum that Sir Thomas

in Kota Tua (Old Town) offers a

row of governmental offices in central

Raffles Stamford was a part of, the

glimpse into times that are now

Jakarta, west of Merdeka Square. It

museum was handed over to the

long gone, while the Indonesian

houses more than 140,000 artifacts

Indonesian government in 1962.

National Museum provides

from around the country and is by far

insight on just how diverse this

the largest museum in Indonesia.

f you happen to be in the

country is.

Built in 1862, most locals refer to

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‘Elephant Building’ due to the bronze

The Indonesian National Museum’s collection is arranged into a number of sections. The

An Asmat Long Boat and a centuries-old piggy bank at the Indonesian National Museum

Ethnography section showcases

Indonesia and a treasure collection

traditional lifestyles that have

with archeological ďŹ ndings of

remained unchanged, compiled

ancient gold and various artifacts.

from 34 provinces in the Indonesian

When the famous Wonoboyo

archipelago and arranged by

Hoard from the 9th century

geographical region. This collection

was dug up, there were 14.9

is probably the quickest way to learn

kilograms of gold and 2 kilograms

about Indonesia’s diverse cultures

of silver, and one of the most

and traditions.

valued pieces is a golden bowl

Other collections include HinduBuddhist stone art from ancient

with scenes from the Ramayana carved on the side.

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Trading Society, this building first opened in 1933 and has a look that is very Art Deco (the architectural style is actually Dutch Nieuw Zakelijkheid or ‘New Objectivity’).

In the 60’s the building became The Bank Export Import Indonesia and then merged with a few other banks and became Bank Mandiri in 1999.

Sprawled across more than 10,000 square meters, the Bank Mandiri Museum offers much to see. And as a part of Jakarta’s Old Town, it does a good job of taking its visitors back in time to almost a century ago. The museum contains a lot of banking items from the colonial Another collection worth noting

era and the exhibit is arranged

and furniture is preserved from the

is the textile section where you can

to look like a bank during the

building’s opening in 1933.

find batik cloth made by Kartini

colonial times.

herself. The national heroine was a

Upon entering, visitors

Up the stairs in the main hall you will see a public space and an area

forward thinking woman in the early

immediately feel that the building

where the tellers once operated. The

1900’s who fought for education

has existed long before the invention

main floor features cash counters

for the women of Indonesia. She

of advanced machines and

and other related banking features,

was greatly influenced by European

technology. In fact, all the interior

and also has a café in the corner.

culture and her batik cloth features

Old colonial songs are played to

unusual patterns and colors when

complete the experience.

compared to the batik of that time.

A burst of color can be found on

You’ll also find an interesting

the way to the second floor, where

ceramics collection that includes

impressive stained glass decorations

a centuries-old piggy bank, a

can be found. There are five window

prehistoric collection, a colonial era

columns representing the four natural

collection, a bronze collection and a

Dutch seasons, with the final one

numismatics collection.

dedicated to Indonesia’s verdant

BANK MANDIRI MUSEUM

features a showcase of old

Just in front of the last Trans Jakarta

brandkast or safes from the colonial

bus stop in Old Town is where you

era, security documents and

will find the Bank Mandiri Museum.

numismatic (currency) collections.

Previously housing the Netherland

By Joseph Wang

A labyrinth-like lower ground

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landscape.

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Take a break from the urban grind by indulging in the new treatments offered at The Ritz-Carlton Spa. With the products by the elite spa care line Pevonia Botanica, you can treat your face to ‘The Facial Arts’ or spoil yourself with the head-to-toe treatment ‘Pampering Beauty,’ which consists of 60 minutes of Facial Arts and 60 minutes of Mystical Touch Massage or Aromatic Signature Massage. Contact the spa for more details.

The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan Jalan DR. Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung Kav. E.1.1 No. 1, Jakarta (021) 255-18847 www.theritzcarlton.com

FLYING IN LUXURY Air France has just introduced their brand new La Première Suites on September 29 for flights to Singapore and Jakarta.

The four exclusive La Première cabins on board Air France’s long-haul Boeing 777-300 ensure privacy and comfort, with ultra-luxurious features including a flatbed over two meters long, a large table and an ottoman. Air France has daily flights from Jakarta to Paris Charles de Gaulle via Singapore, welcoming all their guests à la française. www.airfrance.com

FUN RUN Get ready for some heart thumping and fist pumping on October 12 at Jakarta’s Parkir Timur Senayan, because The Music Run™ by Intiland is making its debut in Indonesia! The exciting 5k event allows participants to walk, run or dance through five 1 km music zones - Rock, Pop, Retro, Local Favorites and Dance. Register online for Rp. 250,000/person and don’t forget to vote for your favorite tracks, as the top five songs from each genre will be played during the actual run.

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Griya Santrian Gallery, Jalan Danau Tamblingan No. 47, Sanur (0361) 288-181, www.santrian.com

HUMAN ROOTS The open spaces at the COMO Shambhala Estate and Uma by COMO, Ubud are currently filled with the wooden sculptures of artist Mickaël Obrénovitch for his ‘Human Roots’ exhibition. The French-born artist uses 200 yearold teak wood from Java and the selling exhibition has been running for a couple months now, but you still have until October 18 to see it if you haven’t done so already. A charity dinner at Uma Cucina restaurant used the exhibition as a chance to raise money for the ‘Give a Gift That Grows’ project, which contributes to local forest preservation.

Uma by COMO, Ubud Jalan Raya Sanggingan, Ubud (0361) 972-448 www.comohotels.com

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

MISS MOON

The Griya Santrian in Sanur is hosting an art exhibition by Bulan Oka, a Balinese artist who examines modernization in Bali including the changes in lifestyle, freedoms and pleasures. She hopes to create room for dialogue with her black and white artwork. You can view it at the Griya Santrian Gallery until October 17.

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SEE&SEEN

CELEBRATE & GIVE BACK

Celebrations for the 24th anniversary of the Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel in October started the month prior with a number of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities. On September 9 a set of gamelan was donated to the Pura Pesangrahan to support the preservation of local culture. www.discoverykartikaplaza.com

WORLD’S OLDEST RUM Mount Gay Rum held its first master class at the GT Lounge of the Ramayana Resort & Spa on September 5. Mount Gay Rum International Ambassador Miguel Smith presented three ranges – Eclipse, Black Barrel and Extra Old – to a very enthusiastic group of professional bartenders from Bali and overseas.

YOGA LOVERS Tara Stiles, the founder of Strala Yoga, flew in from New York to spend time with yoga enthusiasts in Bali. The highlight of her visit was a sunset yoga session held at the W Retreat & Spa Bali - Seminyak on September 13 that was attended by 200 people (turn to LIFESTYLE & LEISURE in this edition to read more). www.wretreatbali.com

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A VICTORIOUS KENYAN For the third consecutive year Kennedy Kiproo Lilan from Kenya won the BII-Maybank Marathon (with a time of 2 hours 18 minutes and 52 seconds) and received a cash prize of US$ 17,500. There were 4,464 runners from 49 countries who participated in the BII-Maybank Bali Marathon 2014 on September 14; this year also saw 40 ‘wheelchair runners’ competing in the 5K run. www.balimarathon.com

SANUR CELEBRATES The Sanur Village Festival was held from August 20 to 24 at the Maisonette area of Segara Beach Sanur. ‘Morning of The World’ was the central theme of the event that included a kite festival, an amateur golf tournament, a popular food bazaar and environmental action – coral was planted to help rejuvenate and conserve the fish habitat in Sanur. www.sanurvillagefestival.com

1st ANNIVERSARY On August 31 Feast at the Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort celebrated the first anniversary of Sunday Market Brunch.

We spotted TV cooking show host and judge Rinrin Marinka, who created two exclusive dishes for Feast’s Sunday Market Brunch. www.sheratonbalikuta.com

IMA IN NUSA DUA More than 70 people from 50 companies participated in the 4th meeting of the Indonesia Marketing Association (IMA) Marketeers Forum held on August 29 at The Pirates Bay Bali. The event also aimed to launch Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP), the newest activity available at The Pirates Bay Bali. www.thepiratesbaybali.com

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The 3rd Nirwana Cup Golf Tournament took place on August 30 and saw a record of 228 participants. Although not a single hole-in-one was to be seen, there was an exciting surprise – a Jaerman & Stubi watch worth approximately US$ 10,000 was entered into the lucky draw! www.nirwanabaligolf.com

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FASHION FRENZY On September 11 BALI & BEYOND magazine held the Bali Fashion Parade 2014 at Hard Rock Cafe Bali. The fashion show presented looks from five prominent Bali-based designers; Flirt, Uluwatu, Ali Charisma, Oka Diputra and Stellar Dust. This event would not have been possible without the support of Nescafe Dolce Gusto, Rob Peetoom, Hatten Wines, Cointreau, MOMENTS TO GO, Heineken and Bali Slow Motion, as well as Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire, herworld and Hard Rock Radio Bali. Following BFP 2014 was Recharge Night – a hospitality industry party. Fabulous prizes were provided

by Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, Sobek Group, Courtyard by Marriot Seminyak, The 101 Legian, Love F Hotel by fashiontv, Anantara Seminyak Bali, Maya Ubud Resort & Spa, Hanging Gardens Ubud and Qatar Airways (provider of a round-trip ticket to Europe!).

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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

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

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

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

■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA

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

HEALTH&MEDICAL

■ INDIA

■ GARUDA Jl. Jalan Sugianyar, 5 Denpasar

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

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

■ ITALY

■ 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

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

Tel/Fax: (0361) 759-761

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

■ THAI INTERNATIONAL

■ MEXICO

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

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

■ NGURAH RAI AIRPORT

■ 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

■ 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

■ 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

■ BRAZIL

■ SWEDEN & FINLAND

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

Segara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara Ayu Tel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211 E-mail: sweconsul@yahoo.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, Dialysis Centre, Dental Centre.

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

■ CHILE

■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA

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.

Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No 12, Kuta Tel: (0361) 751-735, Fax: (0361) 754-457 E-mail: bali@honorarvertretung.ch

■ BRITAIN

(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

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

■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA, 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

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

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

■ DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 40,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for International departure. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

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.

■ 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

■ 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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