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Top Ten Things To Do in Bali Calendar of Events What’s New Feature of the Month An Introduction To Bali
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Map of Bali South Bali
Culture, Art, Temples, Shopping, Spa, Dining, Nightlife
Kuta, Tuban, Legian, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Tanjung Benoa
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Central & West Bali
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North & East Bali
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Ubud, Peliatan, Bedugul, Kintamani, Menjangan Island Lovina, Amed, Mount Agung, Besakih, Singaraja
Other Islands of Bali
Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida, Nusa Ceningan
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Beyond Bali
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Ecotourism in Bali Information Holiday Tips Seeds for Bali
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Go to Uluwatu Temple – this landmark temple sits high on the bluff of the Bukit region in southern Bali, and is just gorgeous at sunset time.
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Get a massage – there are many spas in Bali, either in the hotels or day spas, and the Indonesians are renowned in the art of sensual touch.
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Have cocktails at Ku de Ta – this is THE place to be seen and be watched! Beautiful people, seascape and fabulous food and drink. Reservations are a must if you choose to dine. 4. Visit the Monkey Forest – Found in the lush hills of Ubud, this forest is monkey -filled and a delight to walk around under the shade of the trees. 5. Buy a painting – or if not, a work of art. Bali is oozing with talent in all art forms. Best buys can be found in Ubud and the surrounding area.
A corner of Ubud Monkey Forest, courtesy of Yensen Aliamin
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6. Get lost – literally get in a car or on a bike and go! The best way to be pleasantly surprised is away from the tourist hubs. Bali isn’t a very big island so how lost can you really get? And at least you’ll have a story or two to tell.
Go diving or snorkeling – on an island surrounded by amazing beaches, it’s essential to take the plunge whilst here. Either pastime will have you smiling, and there are some excellent tours to guide you if need be.
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Go surfing or take a surf class – grab that board and hang ten! If you need a few lessons then various surf schools will get the job done. The Blue Ocean area in Seminyak is a great place to start.
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Have dinner at Jimbaran Bay – The fish markets just next to the Four Seasons are right on the beach, and enormously popular for their simplicity in cooking and serving styles. Choose from the freshest catches of the day, have it cooked over coconut husks and sit back to eat, drink and be merry under a star filled sky!
10. Go to Karma Kandara – take the inclinator down to the beach at this fabulous boutique hotel, where gentle lapping waves await. Great drinks and nibbles make the day memorable.
A magnificent view of underwater world at Nusa Lembongan, courtesy of Bali Hai Cruises
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Calendar of Events
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
May 1 – June 30
Rice Harvest Festival The festival celebrates the end of the harvest season and is a joyous occasion and a great time to be in Bali. It is dedicated to Dewi Sri, the ‘Rice God’, and farmers offer thanks and praise for a bountiful harvest. Visitors to festivals will be able to try a number of regional dishes which are cooked in honour of the Rice God.
June 13 – July 11
The Bali Arts Festival A month long revelry of daily performances, handicraft exhibitions and other related cultural and commercial activities. Please refer to our Feature of the Month for a detailed explanation and all scheduling information.
Ramayana Ballet, Courtesy of Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa
June 28
MRA Bali International Triathlon The MRA Bali International Triathlon returns for the third time at Jimbaran Bay. This event is a unique destination race combining a luxurious race setting with a challenging course. The race is open to both individual athletes and corporate relays comprising teams of three. For the first male and female athlete to finish the race, Four Seasons has generously offered a 6 day 5 night package in a one bedroom villa at its Jimbaran Bay resort.
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Tumpek Wayang This auspicious day on the Balinese calendar is devoted to the worship of Sanghyang Iswara, Lord of Puppeteers. This holiday is the most important day for owners of leather puppets and puppeteers when they are taken from their box (keropak), and blessed. It is considered unlucky if a child were to be born on this day.
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Courtesy of House of Yanie
WHAT’S NEW
What's New
Seventh Heaven Room of Nikko Bali Resort & Spa
Nikko Bali Resort & Spa Introduces the ‘Seventh Heaven Room’: The Ultimate Start to Wedded Bliss
To provide superb service and facility for honeymooners, Nikko Bali Resort and Spa has provided the ultimate honeymoon suite. Designed to appeal to the hopelessly romantic, ‘Seventh Heaven Room’ is located on the seventh floor of the resort’s cliff tower and boasts a sweeping view of the dramatic Indian Ocean. This elegant one-bedroom suite is furnished in a contemporary manner and gives the couple the intimacy they need to unwind. Enjoy Nikko Bali’s exclusive spa treatments and romantic dinners in the privacy of your room as well as the additional touches of a bath filled with fresh and colorful flower petals, and other privileges. Sounds like heaven. Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua, Ph: 0361-773 377, www.nikkobali.com.
Journey on the Path of Enlightenment: Secrets of Bali’s Bukit Region Alila Villas Uluwatu will officially open one very unique activity for guests in June this year, providing guests with the opportunity to retrace the footsteps of Dang Hyang Nirartha, a Hindu priest widely recognized as being the first person of importance to visit the Bukit region of Bali in the 15th century.
The one-day ‘Journey of Enlightenment’ affords privileged access to five of the holiest and lesser-visited temples on Bali’s south coast where guests can join the temple priests in prayer and learn more about the incredible voyage of discovery that Dang Hyang Nirartha undertook as well as gain insightful background on the largely undocumented history of the Bukit region. The journey is a truly magical and enlightening experience. Jl. Belimbing Sari, Banjar Tambiyak, Desa Pecatu, Ph: 0361-848 2166, www.alilavillas.com/uluwatu.
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WHAT’S NEW Courtesy of Komaneka at Bisma
The Newest Komaneka at Bisma
Komaneka has opened its sister hotel on Jalan Bisma – Ubud recently. Nestled upon the hillsides by the Campuhan River Valley, with amazing views of the rivers, sloping rice fields, and the coconut groves in the surrounding area, this luxurious resort is designed as a sophisticated and contemporary lifestyle destination. The newest Komaneka is complete with 34 spacious suites and ten elegant villas, each with a 12 meter long private pool and terrace, inviting guests to savor the tranquility and the breathtaking beauty of Ubud. The resort’s on-site facilities include an Indonesian fine dining restaurant, a half Olympic sized swimming pool, a circular wading pool, a bar, a spa-villa, a gym, a 1.2 mile jogging track under a canopy of trees, function rooms, and a wedding chapel. Ph.: 0361-971 933. sales@komaneka.com, www.komaneka.com
Recently Opened - Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali
Recently opened in March 2009, this resort has all the latest features and amenities, including magnificent ocean views in the majority of the rooms. Even when it is time to leave, Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali does not stop the pampering by providing a new concept Departure Lounge with a relaxing lounge area complete with shower facilities, lockers, and sofas for the exclusive use of guests who are awaiting for their flights after check-out. The new selection of eateries at the restaurants, spa, gym, and many other facilities reflect the resort's philosophy of encouraging use by setting reasonable prices. Jl. Wana Segara No. 33, Tuban, Ph.: 0361-755 577, www.holidayinnresorts.com.
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BALI ARTS FESTIVAL About the Bali Arts Festival An array of traditional and contemporary cultural shows will be presented when Bali holds the one-month-long Bali Arts Festival in June. It is a full month of daily performances, handicraft exhibitions, and other related cultural and commercial activities during which the whole of Bali literally comes to the city to present its offerings of dance, music and beauty. On display are trances from remote mountain slopes, forgotten or recently revived village dances, food and offering contests, classical palace dances, odd musical performances, “kreasi baru� (new creations) from the dance schools of Denpasar, as well as contemporary choreography and dance performances from other parts of Indonesia and abroad.
Balinese Dancers Parade, courtesy of Sita P.
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It is a month long revelry that perhaps no other place in the world can put up on such a low budget as the Balinese. Not only is their traditional culture alive and well, but they take tremendous pride in it. It begins in the villages, where the seka or cultural groups are selected and organized at the regency level, vie with each other to perform at the Arts Festival, and thus display in front of a large audience the uniqueness of their village of birth and resting place of their ancestors. The Bali Arts Festival is the cultural event of the year, perhaps it would not be too far fetched to suggest that it is the cultural event of Indonesia. The festival is thus a unique opportunity to see local village culture both “live” and at firsthand. Tourists are warmly welcomed. The History of the Bali Arts Festival When tourism took off after 1965, the Balinese insisted that it followed the cultural route: if tourism was to be accepted, it was to be cultural tourism, or “pariwisata budaya”. As the Balinese put it: “tourism should be for Bali instead of Bali for tourism.” In time, this idea become a national policy, as part of a larger revamping of regional cultures for national purposes. The policy owes much to the former Director General of Culture (1968-1978) and Governor of Bali (1978-1988), Ida Bagus Mantra. It led, on the one side, to the creation of enclave resorts such as Nusa Dua to limit the direct impact of tourism,
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and on the other, to a long haul of cultural policies aimed at nurturing and preserving the traditional agrarian culture while adapting to the demands of modernity, and in particular “cultural tourism”. At the village level, local music groups, dances, and other cultural events were inventoried, then supported by a series of contests at the district and regency level. The ensuing competition energized the cultural life of villages, whose “young blood” was already being drained through the city by the process of economic change and urbanization. Schools of dance and art were created, in particular the Kokar conservatory and the STSI School of Dance and Music. Besides research, these schools replaced the traditional master/disciple relationship with modern methods of teaching; standardized the dance movements, and produced new types of Balinese dances for tourism and modern village entertainment. Most important of all, it enabled former students to return to the villages as teachers, where they diffused, beside the creed of cultural resilience and renewal, new dances and standardized versions of old ones. Many of the performances are held at the amphitheater which can hold up to 6,000 spectators, in a temple-like stage. Each year, the dances at the Bali Arts Festival, excluding the fed classical dances of the island, such as the legong, gambuh, kecak, barong, baris, mask dances and the like, are based on
soar, new sources of financing have to be found. The obvious answer is the private sector and in particular the tourism industry. The greater task then is to convince the hotels, travel agencies and tourist guides to be more participatory in the Arts Festival rather than to their own sponsored events. Given the pride the Balinese have in their culture, and the adaptability and dynamism they have always demonstrated, this little hurdle can be overcome. Trust the Balinese. They will eventually succeed to transform their tradition into a modern, Balinese culture of their own.
Kecak Dance, courtesy of Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa
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the theme around which new “dance choreography” is produced and old village dances and activities revived. Over the years, the whole range of classical Balinese stories - Ramayana, Mahabharata, Sutasoma, Panji - have thus been turned into “colossal” Sendratari Ballets. The main challenge of the Arts Festival is obviously economic in nature. As village life is increasingly feels the strains of monetary considerations, dancers, musicians and other performers cannot be expected to continue participating simply for the sake and the pleasure of it. As costs
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Sunrise at Bratan Lake, courtesy of Putu Arnawa
Introduction to Bali and Its Culture Bali lies between the islands of Java, to the west and Lombok to the east. It is fairly small, stretching 80 km from north to south and roughly 145 km from west to east, with a total area of 5,653 square kilometers, with a population of 3.5 million. It is a province in the Republic of Indonesia with an elected Governor and a local parliamentary assembly. The provincial capital is Denpasar, where most of the government offices are located in the Renon area. There are eight regencies
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found in Bali; Bangli, Buleleng, Bandung, Gianyar, Jembrana, Karangasem, Klungkung and Tabanan.
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There are a string of stunning volcanoes running from the east to the west of the island of which Gunung Agung is the largest and still active, having last erupted in 1963. Bali’s Mother Temple, Besakih, sits on the slopes of this sacred volcano and is a sprawling complex of shrines and pavilions. The Balinese have strong spiritual roots and are predominantly Agama Hindu Dharma. The religion has a unique blend of Indian Shivaite and Buddhist traditions with older beliefs and practices originating from the archipelagic world of Indonesia. Each Balinese Hindu must make a pilgrimage to Besakih at least once during their lifetime. There are thousands of temples all over the island, which represent the meeting point of humans and gods. At temple anniversaries, the gods descend from the mountains to take their seats in the shrines where they will be welcomed with various offerings. Nobody misses an opportunity to worship the gods in an unending series of ceremonies that extend from birth to death and far beyond. The climate on the island falls into two categories, rainy and dry season. The dry season is generally from April to October and is marked by southeasterly winds from the Australian interior. The rainy season lasts approximately from November until March bringing northeasterly winds and sultry conditions. Rainfall varies across the island from 120 inches on the slopes of sacred Mount Agung to less than 60 inches along the northern coast. Bali’s average annual temperature is 28 degrees Celsius. The southern coast of Bali is home to the now many expatriates, numerous grand hotels and boutique hotels. The tourism boom that hit in the 70s in a small fishing town called Kuta, has now spread to Nusa Dua reaching and including Seminyak, which now has many world-class restaurants, bars, and boutiques.
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Bali Daily Life by Murka, Yensen Aliamin’s collection
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BALI’S OWN GAMELAN Although the instruments used are much the same, Balinese gamelan is very different from the form you hear in Java. Balinese gamelan often sounds like everyone is going for it full pelt. The simmering energy produced through rhythmic accents and abrupt shifts in dynamics and tempo open the doors to a world of musical possibilities. Sit back and expect to be dazzled.
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Bali oozes with artistic talent, as it is an island steeped in history and tradition. One of the most exported crafts is Balinese painting, which is a delightful fusion of the traditions of the Hindu-Javanese who came to Bali from East Java in the 14th -15th centuries as well as the western artists who lived in Bali in the fashionable 1920s & 30s. A group of artists was formed in Campuhan in Ubud during those decades known as the Pita Maha (“Great Vitality”) group, which was led by Walter Spies and Rudolf Bonnet to encourage the arts of the local community. Walter Spies' home still exists today at the Tjampuhan Hotel and is open to visitors. There are many different art forms found across the island, with this guide giving a brief description of each. Painting The Pita Maha group had influenced young artists whose works now dwell in Bali’s best museums. There
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now exists a wide range of different styles, some of which are: Ubud, Batuan, Keliki, Pengosekan and Young Artists (many of these Young Artists are, in reality, now over 70 years old). In Ubud, you can find a number of distinctive schools of Balinese paintings. Among these are the ‘village tradition’ style portraying daily life in rich detail; the ‘Young Artists’ schools marked by the naive and daring child-like use of bold colors and forms and the Pengosekan style which vibrantly depicts Bali’s flora and fauna in a naturalistic style. Other contemporary styles, such as impressionistic and abstract forms also flourish on the island. Music Balinese instrumental ensembles are well known the world over by their mystical, almost hypnotic sounds, and are better known as ‘gamelan’, as well as its lesser known vocal form ‘cak’. Western Bali practices music dominated by bamboo sounds known as ‘jegog’, whereas bronze gamelan (often seen), are only made by those known as ‘pande gong’ from a particular ‘Pande’ family. Balinese Theatre Wayang Kulit These are shadow puppets and play an important role in traditional entertainment, having originally come from Java, but have evolved on the island over the past four hundred years into its own unique puppets, music and rituals. The Indian epics of the Ramayana and Mahabharata provide most of the wayang kulit entertainment. The Balinese puppeteer is called a ‘dalang’ and special ceremonies are held to bless these puppets. Arja Arja plays some Balinese folklore as well as stories of Javanese princes and princesses called ‘malat’ or ‘panji’. Arja dancers sing and converse. The act of singing is mostly done while dancing or acting a role.
KRIS OR WIGGLY KNIFE The Kris is an integral part of ceremonies and denotes a man’s standing in society. Kris makers are known as Pande who belong to an elite group of craftsmen. They are great worshippers of the volcano Gunung Batur, from where it is believed they draw their powers, thus enabling them to craft their profession. If you wish to see some superb, examples of Kris, visit the Museum Seni Neka & Neka Art Gallery in Ubud. They have an excellent collection.
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Quaint wood scuptures of Njana Tilem Gallery in Mas, Ubud.
Dance Dance holds the utmost importance within the history of Balinese society. Dances ranges from ‘Gambuh’ the oldest known dance drama on Bali to the more modern ‘kecak’, a popular dance often requested by tourists due to the dramatic sounds, rhythms and movements of the show. Sculpture Sculpture has hardly changed over time with regards to themes and iconography. Originally used to decorate temples and palaces, you can find almost no difference in design from those in a sacred cave from centuries ago to what is carved above temple entrances of today. Textile One of the most striking things about Bali is the rich variety of cloths and materials that are to be seen in many shops throughout the island. The exquisite ‘songket’ fabrics worn by performers of traditional dance are made of gold and silver threads which are woven into the cloth to create birds, butterflies and flowers motifs. ‘Endek’, or ‘weft ikat’, is another common method used in Bali. In weft ikat weaving, the weft threads are dyed to create the design and then woven with plain warp threads. The most sought after weaving is the ‘geringsing’. This is when both the warp and weft threads are dyed to their final designs before being woven together. This weaving technique can only be found in the small Bali Aga village of Tenganan in East Bali.
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DENPASAR Bali Museum Jl. Letkol Wisnu Open Tuesday to Sunday, 8AM to 3PM Taman Budaya Cultural Center Jl. Nusa Indah Open daily (except holidays), 8AM to 3PM SANUR Museum Le Mayeur Jl. Hang Tuah Open Saturday to Thursday, 8AM to 4PM Friday 8AM to 1.30PM JIMBARAN/ NUSA DUA Ganesha Gallery Four Seasons Resort Bali Open daily, 10AM to 1.30PM UBUD The Blanco Renaissance Museum Campuhan Open daily, 9AM to 5PM
Museum Seni Neka & Neka Gallery Jl. Raya Ubud Open daily, 8AM to 5AM Gaya Fusion of Senses Jl. Raya Sayan Komaneka Gallery Jl. Monkey Forest Low Art Gallery Jl. Raya Ubud No. 8 Rudana Museum Peliatan, Teges Sika Contemporary Art Gallery Jl. Raya Campuhan Seniwati Gallery of Art by Women Jl. Sriwidari 2B
Agung Rai Museum of Art Jl. Pengosekan, Peliatan Open daily (except holidays), 9AM to 6PM Bamboo Gallery Nyuhkuning, Pengosekan Open Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM Blue Moon Gallery Jl. Tirta Tawar, Banjar Kutuh Kaja Open daily, 10AM to 5PM The Blanco Renaissance Museum, courtesy of Yensen Aliamin
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Pura Campuhan, courtesy of Yensen Aliamin
Temples There are temples for almost all aspects of Balinese life, including those for ancestors, rice fields and villages, known as ‘Pura Desa’. Most villages have at least three main temples with one facing the mountains, one aligning with the sea and one found centrally in the village. Aside from the communal village temples, almost each home has its own shrine, where members of the family pray daily. Gestures of prayer, which has now become an iconic image associated with Bali, are
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Offerings can be seen all over Bali, from the largest temples to street side pavements (that one should step around) often outside boutiques, and play a significant role in appeasing the gods. They are called ‘caning sari’ and are made up of food, flowers, money, candy and even cigarettes! After being placed, blessed and covered by an incense stick they are left to the will of the gods. The Balinese believe that good spirits live in the mountains and that bad, or evil spirits reside in the sea. They believe strongly in magic, and the power of the gods. The supreme god is Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa or the ‘One Supreme Unknowable God’, although offerings and prayers are not offered directly to this deity but to his manifestations. Festivals or ‘odalans’ are celebrations of the gods returning to their annual commemoration of the founding of their temple. Woman and men adorn their finest clothes, usually colorful, and the women look stunning as they single file with offerings balanced and on their heads, while some men carry beautiful parasols. The worshippers renew their ties with the various gods and reinforce bonds together during the preparations and ceremonies of these festivals. Temple festivals vary from temple to temple, and since there are so many, each visitor has the opportunity to witness at least one. They are specifically marked on the Balinese lunar calendar which, if not available through Balinese friends or staff, can be purchased in most stores. Please note: it is impolite to honk during traffic delays due to ceremonies, as well as directly pointing a camera into a priest’s face.
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hands at the level of the brow, fingers pointing upwards, indicating prayer to the gods and deified ancestors. Hands with fingers pointing down symbolize an invocation to the demons. Between these two positions is the human salutation, which is a brief touch on the heart area, often observed after shaking hands and considered extremely polite. After prayers are offered, each worshipper is blessed with a sprinkling of holy water and an application of pressed rice to the forehead.
TEMPLES OF THE VILLAGE A full-pledged village has to have at least three temples: o Pura Puseh, where the founders of the village are worshipped. Always lies in the Kaja sphere, towards the mountains, so that it lies on the highest spot in the village. o Pura Desa, the village temple is built in the center of the village, where Lord Wisnu, the maintainer, is worshipped. o Pura Dalem is considered the temple for the dead Lord Siwa, the Destroyer who is worshipped here.
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A corner of Jenggala Keramik at Jimbaran
Shopping Shopping in Bali is fun – especially when finding gifts for someone you love, thus giving retail therapy a heartwarming objective. There are many places to indulge in the urge to splurge, from boutique-lined streets, to air-conditioned malls to traditional markets. All are an experience for whichever your shopping taste prefers. ONE STOP SHOP FOR ARTS AND HANDICRAFTS Alun Alun Indonesia (Sogo Bali Collection, Nusa Dua), a place where you can find an array of traditional handicrafts to bring home that in of premium quality, such as: traditional clothes, batik & ikat, paintings, sculpture & carved items, jewelry, ornaments, leather puppets and many more at reasonable price.
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There are several malls in Bali, each with a tremendous array of stores on several floors, ranging from lingerie to pots and pans, children’s toys to the latest technology, gadgets, make up and fashion to traditional artifacts. Malls are actually popular shopping destinations amongst the locals as they offer comfortable surroundings in which to wander around window shopping or purchasing, away from the harsh heat of the tropical sun. Most malls around Bali are open from 10am until late into the evening. The most notable of these is Mal Galeria, near the large roundabout on the Kuta Bypass. Discovery Mall, or locally known as Centro due to the sprawling department store that the second floor, is situated next to the Discovery Hotel in front
If you wish to wander the streets and visit the many boutiques that the island has to offer then Kuta would be an ideal place to begin. Here, you can find stores that are glass fronted, air-conditioned, and music-filled that have cutting edge designs and world class standard merchandise, but at Bali prices. As most boutiques are owned by the designers who reside, and produce here, you may find many brand names or unique finds at incredible prices! Following from Kuta, you can follow the main road of Jl. Raya Legian that leads in to Jl. Basangkasa in Seminyak that then twists around into Jl. Laksamana. On these streets in the busiest part of southern Bali, the shopping junky can find clothing, shoes, bags, hats, and a plethora of accessories, as well as jewelry, designer duds, gems stones, crystals, homeware, furniture, and lighting – everything that your American Express®Card might desire! Up into the hills of Ubud, shopping leads along the main Palace Road and then on parallel sides of the Monkey Forest Road, running past the football pitch. Ubud has an eclectic choice of shopping, with art, antiques, paintings, sculptures, and textiles being amongst the popular choices. There are several art galleries, as well as photography studios, so this is the place to purchase art. The traditional market found on the main street is vibrant and a must visit at least once, just for the ambience and experience of haggling a purchase. The traditional market in Denpasar is also worth a visit, with food stock and flowers on the ground floor, and clothing starting from the first floor up. There are some excellent jewelers on the top floor, who smith right before your very eyes.
NOTABLE BOOUTIQUES o Milo’s (Kuta Square) one of the original overseas designers to discover the artistry of Balinese batik workers and translate it into western styling. o Paul Ropp (Kuta Square), ethnic fashion uses handwoven materials. Watch out for the amazing annual sales, where bargains can be had. o Uluwatu (Nusa Dua, Legian, Ubud, Sanur), has a beautiful collection of clothing and sleepwear in crisp cotton and silky rayon finished with handmade Balinese lace. o Biasa (Seminyak), has an excellent range of women’s wear with an emphasis on cool comfort, in a range of white, pastel, and bright colors using Indian style cotton and silk.
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of Waterbom Park on Jl. Kartika Plaza. There is also the recently opened French hypermarket, Carrefour, on the Sunset Bypass which although takes over completely the top floor of the building, also has various boutiques, hairdressers and businesses from the ground floor up. Over in Nusa Dua, the Sogo Department Store is a little pricier, but offers a slightly more high-end selection of labels.
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Meditation by the lily pond at Four Seasons Resort Sayan
Spas
NOTABLE SPA TREATMENTS: o Spa on the Rocks of Ayana Resort & Spa, Jimbaran Best Spa Destination in Indonesia, Asia Spa Gold Awards 2009 Ph.: 0361-702 222 o Hydrotherapy treatments of COMO Shambala Estate, Ubud Ph.: 0361-978 888 o Prana Shiro Dara of The Villas Hotel & Spa, Seminyak Ph.: 0361-730 840
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Bali has literally hundreds of spas, and this industry, which has risen in the last 10 years due to the natural herbs and perfumes found indigenously in the archipelago, is a tribute to the warm hospitality and talent of the Balinese masseuses. It is another thing that you must do before leaving. Balinese Spa offers many traditional treatments using local herbs and healing oils. Among the traditional beauty treatments, you can find the famed ‘mandi lulur’. Originating from Java, this treatment is an exfoliating and polishing exercise. A paste of natural ingredients is prepared, painted on to the body for exfoliating purposes and left to dry. After a hot shower, a yogurt mix is spread over the body to restore balance to the skin. It ends with a warm scented bath. On the top of many spas list is the ‘Balinese Massage’: a massage that where a locally prepared oil of a tropical, fragrant flower is swept, rubbed and gently pressed into the skin until total relaxation is achieved.
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Traditional kitchen of Warung Tugu at Tugu Hotel, Canggu
Dining
LOCAL TERM A common vegetable fare in Balinese food is tumis (sautéed vegetables in a light broth), or urap (handmixed vegetables with coconut and spices) or lawar. The meat or fish is commonly cooked with basa gede, a signature bumbu (spice paste), or tum (meat or fish steamed in banana leaf ), or pepes (which is a similar version but grilled).
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Bali now has an array of restaurants to choose from with flavours from all over the globe, as well as more local dishes. The majority of these ‘international’ restaurants can be found along the coast from Kuta through to Legian and include the now fashionable Seminyak, which even has an area fondly referred to as ‘eat street’ where a large amount of restaurants run side by side. The hotels and boutique hotels also offer top line cuisine, with international chefs, as well as invited chefs and sommeliers who pop in to entertain on chosen evenings. Nusa Dua is home to some stunning beachside restaurants found in the various resorts, and if you wish to try Indonesian fine dining, then it is at the award winning ‘Raja’s’ in Nusa Dua Beach Hotel that guests may savour the ‘real’ flavours of the archipelago in sumptuous surroundings.
Seafood is also a must, as the daily fresh local catches are superb and served in a variety of styles. For the true Bali experience, go to the Jimbaran Bay fish market. Choose straight from the tank and wait at your table on the beach for a simple meal in a superlative setting. Selamat makan (enjoy your meal)!
Jimbaran beach side dining, courtesy of Yensen Aliamin
WARUNG BABI GULING IBU OKA Nearby the Ubud palace, there is a well-known warung babi guling (ibu Oka) which is always packed with people every day until the early afternoon. Tour guides, drivers, and domestic and foreign tourists can be witnessed sitting down crossed-leg having crispy and spicy suckling pig. LOCAL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Tuak (5% alcohol content) is a sweet palm wine made from the juice of the coconut palm flower which is stored and left to ferment for about one month. Brem (7-9% alcohol content) is made from black glutinous rice and coconut milk. Most popular among foreigners is arak, a colorless, sugarless spirit distilled from either brem or tuak with 20-50% alcohol content. It is usually served ‘on the rocks’ as ‘Arak Attack’ or ‘Arak Madu’ (arak with honey).
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‘Warung’ is the local name for the street side stalls or small restaurants where Indonesians eat. Local flavours include ‘nasi goreng’ (fried rice usually mixed with vegetables, seafood and/or chicken), and ‘nasi campur’ (white rice with a selection of various side dishes from meats, vegetables and tofu). ‘Sop buntut’ is the name for the delicious ‘oxtail soup’, or try ‘sate’ which is similar to meat or seafood skewers either presented on wooden kebab style sticks or lemon grass stalks.
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Courtesy of Blossom Restaurant & Lounge of Sentosa Private Villas & Spa, Seminyak
Nightlife Over the last decade Bali has emerged as an islandwith a vibrant lifestyle and 'placed itself firmly on the jetsetters map. The nightlife has taken off, and although the Balinese themselves do not hold drinking with the same kind of revelry as part of their social scene, they are once again famously tolerant in allowing a selection of bars and nightclubs to open for visitors nocturnal entertainment. Kuta was the original spot for nightlife entertainment, and although today it is not the only spot one would head out to after sundown, it still holds its place for fast
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paced action. All along Jl. Legian there are many bars and nightclubs to choose from. Most of these are for the younger generation of partyers, from the age of 21 to early 30s. There are also places for those who want a little more peace and quiet but generally due to the oneway traffic system, it is best to head out to the Seminyak area. Before doing so, the street that runs adjacent to Kuta Beach, Jl. Pantai Kuta, has a great selection of clubs and bars, notably the Hard Rock Café & Hotel, which play hosts to some great bands and live entertainment. aFurther along, Karma Sutra, is extremely popular amongst the locals who favour Indonesian rock music for its Friday and Saturday live bands. For the more subdued, over in Seminyak there are several well-established bars that turn into nightclubs. Ku de Ta is right on the beach and serves great sundowner cocktails to DJ sounds that run through the evening, and has themed weekend in the high season. Over at ‘Living Room’, further along the same street of Jl. Laksmana, dinner turns into drinks and merriment from around 10:30 – 11pm, and is full of the expatriate crowd, especially on Friday and Saturday nights. Across the road from there is Hu’u Bar (pronounced ‘who’, after an island in the Indonesian archipelago), which rocks the weekends with great drinks and DJ sounds until the wee hours of the morn. For serious revelers of all ages and backgrounds, Jl. Dhyana Pura in Seminyak has a variety of bars that cater to all tastes. ‘Drink street’ gets going around 9pm, with live cabaret style shows, drags shows and all that one can imagine. Further along, on Double Six Street, you can find three major clubs, Double Six, Syndicate and Bacio – three serious clubs right opposite the beach at Blue Ocean. Further along is another institution, a bar/club known as Deja Vu, which has recently shifted a few blocks along an has a great private rooftop area. Ubud is slightly quieter when it comes to nightlife and revelry, although one can catch some live music and jazzy sounds at Jazz Café, or rock their socks off at the only nightclub in Ubud called Ozigo found on Jl. Campuhan.
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South Bali The golden shores of southern Bali stretch to welcome the majority of visitors to the Bali of today, due in part to the international airport is situated in this area. The infrastructure has a main ‘bypass’ that connects all the major tourist areas running from Nusa Dua through to and including Seminyak, and out to Sanur. The major destinations in southern Bali are Kuta, Tuban, Legian, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, and Tanjung Benoa. Their charm awaits you.
PLACES TO DINE The largest number and variety of restaurants is located in this area. Try Kama Sutra (tasty and well-presented Indian food), Kori Restaurant & Bar (great service, a Iarge wine list, and a wide range of Western and Balinese dishes), Kin Khao Restaurant (serves fresh cuisine, including aromatic curries, soups and salads at reasonable prices), or Warung Made (local dining institution).
KUTA This once fishing village played a big role in the tourism boom of the 70s and today is a bustling town filled with shops, restaurants, clubs, bars, hotels and many tourist attractions. Kuta Beach is famous for its surf, although it is not recommended for swimming.
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FREE SHUTTLE Take advantage of the free shuttle bus to get around Kuta, which is available for guests staying at any of the hotel members of SKBBA (South Kuta Bali Beach Association).
It is easy to get around Kuta on foot, and a meander through Poppies Lanes I & II, which only motorbikes may enter, is a pleasant discovery of a variety of shopping and culinary experiences. TUBAN This is where you arrive – the airport is actually situated in Tuban, which runs into Kuta. There are many hotels found on the main street of Tuban. Jl. Kartika Plaza, which now has one of the biggest and most complex malls in southern Bali, Discovery Mall, as well as the Waterbom Park & Spa opposite – a perfect day out for the whole family.
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Bali Dynasty Resort
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10% savings on best available rates; 15% savings on total bill at Gracie Kellyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Irish Pub and Golden Lotus Restaurant Nestled in a beautiful tropical garden, within walking distance to the nightlife and excitement of the central Kuta area, the resort is one of Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier resorts for couples and families.
Jl. Kartika, Tuban; Ph.: 0361-752 403; balidynasty.com
Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali
30% savings on best available rates (incl. breakfast for 2 at Palms) On the beachfront of the resort, guests will be spoiled for choices. Families can enjoy the themed Kid Suites, Family Suites and other creative activities. Couples can groove to the beat at the chill out bar & restaurant or relax at Tea Tree Spa.
Jl. Wana Segara No. 33. Tuban; Ph.: 0361-755 577; holidayinn.com
Rama Beach Resort & Villas
40% savings on published rates; 15% savings on total food bill at Dewi Sinta Restaurant; 15% savings on spa treatments Discover new passions through a myriad of activities and relax in the lavishly appointed villas. Pamper yourself with soothing spa treatments. Turn business into a pleasurable experience with its newlyrenovated meeting room.
Jl. Jenggala, Tuban; Ph.: 0361-751 557; ramabeachhotelbali.com
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20% savings on total food bill This restaurant features authentic traditional cuisine from Bali and other Indonesian provinces. It has a spacious design, and elegant setting with traditional style with exterior planted rashes in the garden. It’s perfect for dining with your family or friends.
Ramayana Resort & Spa, Jl. Bakung Sari, Kuta; Ph.: 0361-751 864; ramarestaurants.com
La Cucina
15% savings on total bill The word “la cucina” is Italian for “the kitchen”. La Cucina is an Italian open air restaurant with a show kitchen. It is a place to go for your favorite Italian delicacies, including its specialty: lobster salad. La Cucina is sure to please everyone’s palate.
Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, Jl. Kartika Plaza, Kuta; Ph.: 0361-751 067; discoverykartikaplaza.com
The Grill Corner
15% savings on total bill The Grill Corner serves various & delectable meals with an xcellent selection of Western, Asian and local favorites. It’s a nice place to unwind your day and enjoy your meal whilst enjoying a wide selection of fine wines, cocktails, mocktails, liqueurs and other alcoholic beverages.
The Vira Bali Hotel; Jl. Kartika Plaza No. 127, Kuta; Ph.: 0361-765 700; thevirabali.com Offers valid until 30 April 2010, unless otherwise stated. Terms and Conditions apply.
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KUTA, TUBAN WHERE TO STAY Bali Garden Beach Resort Best value hotel right on Kuta beach. 50% savings on published rates Ph.: 0361-752 725; baligardenhotel.com Bali Rani Hotel Combining Balinese culture with modern resort comfort. 40% savings on published rates (incl. breakfast for 2; complimentary welcome drinks; return airport transfer) Ph.: 0361-751 369; baliranihotel.com Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel & Villas The best beach-front location in Kuta. 50% savings on published rates Ph.: 0361-751 067; discoverykartikaplaza.com Kuta Paradiso Hotel A resort style accommodation in downtown Kuta area. 35% savings on published rates Ph.: 0361-761 414; kutaparadisohotel.com
The Patra Bali Resort & Villas A five star resort overlooking exotic tropical landscapes. 50% savings on published rates; additional US$95++ for staying in Deluxe room; 20% savings on total bill; 20% savings on spa treatments Ph.: 0361-751 161; patrabali.com The Rani Hotel A private and modern sanctuary. 40% savings on published rates (incl. breakfast for 2; complimentary welcome drinks; return airport transfer). Ph.: 0361-752 732; theranihotel.com The Vira Bali Hotel Combining modern and minimalist styling with Balinese hospitality. 10% savings on internet rates; 15% savings on total bill at The Grill Corner Ph.: 0361-765 700; thevirabali.com WHERE TO DINE
Ramada Bintang Bali Resort & Spa The preferred hotel in Bali. 50% savings on published rates Ph.: 0361-753 292; bintang-bali-hotel.com
ASIAN Bali Brasserie Dine & Lounge at Bali Rani Hotel Fine selection of Asian and Continental cuisines. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-751 369; theranihotel.com
Ramayana Resort & Spa Every inch is a tropical paradise. 40% savings on published rates; 20% savings on total food bill at Gabah Restaurant Ph.: 0361-751 864; ramarestaurants.com
Tepan Noodle at Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel One of the most reasonably priced Asian restaurants in Bali. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-751 067; discoverykartikaplaza.com
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BAR & LOUNGE Kul Kul Pool Bar at Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel Refreshing drinks and snacks in the pool. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-751 067; discoverykartikaplaza.com Sunset Lounge at Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel Elegant setting with a wide range of alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks & light snacks. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-751 067; discoverykartikaplaza.com INTERNATIONAL B’Couple Bar & Grill at Kuta Paradiso Hotel A sidewalk bar & restaurant serving international, Chinese & local food. 15% savings on total food bill Ph.: 0361-761 414; kutaparadisohotel.com Boardwalk at Bali Garden Beach Resort Beach side international restaurant. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-752 725; baligardenbeachresort.com
The Pond Café at Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel One of the biggest international breakfast buffet on the island. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-751 067; discoverykartikaplaza.com EUROPEAN Mama’s®German Restaurant Authentic German, European & Indonesian dishes & cocktail bar. 10% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-754 831; bali-mamas.com Food Safe Certificate by the government of Australia/ Indonesia WHAT TO DO SPA Giri Loka Spa at Rama Beach Resort & Villas A host of soothing treatments. 15% savings on spa treatments Ph.: 0361-751 557; ramabeachhotelbali.com Jalanidi Spa at Kuta Paradiso Hotel Experience a traditional tropical spa. 15% savings on spa treatments Ph.: 0361-761 414; kutaparadisohotel.com
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Thai Express Restaurant at Bali Rani Hotel Thailand’s authentic dishes for everyone. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-751 369; theranihotel.com
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Legian & Seminyak LEGIAN Following the beach north from Kuta, we have Legian, which although busy, is a lot less so than Kuta, due partly to a oneway road system that eases traffic congestion. A little more sophisticated than Kuta, the pace is slower in Legian although there is everything a visitor could wish for: shops galore, restaurants, night clubs, bars, boutique hotels, and hotels as well as villas and private homes. Legian is a little more residential with many expatriates also living in the area. PLACES TO DINE You could stay in Seminyak for a whole month, eat in a different place for every meal and still wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eat the same thing twice! Try The Living Room which offers a private dining room and seductive bar area with delicious Eurasian fare. If you want to have a classic or beachfront meal, visit La Lucciola which serves modern Italian food. Or, visit The Alang - Alang at The Samaya, the only restaurant serving all American cuisine in an eclectic style.
The Blue Ocean area is popular with locals, expatriates and visitors alike, and many of the bars and restaurants found along this stretch of beach are foreign owned, but locally run. Due in
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Catch some of the world’s most beautiful sunsets here on Legian Beach, courtesy of Yensen Aliamin
part to this fusion there is a great choice of culinary diversions from which to choose. Beachside is popular with surf schools to help those in need, as well as volleyball, Frisbee and racquetball. Seminyak This is the most upmarket and more peaceful of the Tuban – Kuta – Legian – Seminyak stretch where tourists, locals and expatriates happily mix. The beach is a lot more peaceful, and many of the top end hotels, and boutique hotels are found in this area, as well as some amazing private expatriate homes. It is for this very reason that it has the most expensive real estate on the island, with very little land left to develop. This is the place to relax and chill, but with a higher budget in mind. There is virtually no backpacker accommodation in this area. World-class boutiques, restaurants, bars and clubs make this a place to be seen, and when night falls it is Jl. Laksmana, also known as Eat Street, that attracts the crowds looking for varied cuisine. The bars are more sophisticated with Ku de Ta now becoming legendary, as well as Hu’u Bar for the vibes and Living Room for the expatriates on weekends.
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Hotel Padma
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50% savings on published rates (incl. breakfast for 2) Hotel Padma Bali is spaciously set within a romantic garden landscape, providing guests with a villagestyle hideaway with comfortable accommodation, world class facilities and Balinese hospitality.
Jl. Padma No. 1, Legian; Ph.: 0361-752 111; hotelpadma.com
Bali Island Villas & Spa
35% savings on best available rates; 1 compl. lunch for min. stay 3 nights; 24hr butler service; 24hr free shuttle service; 20% savings on spa treatments & products. Valid until Oct 30, 2009. This is a private complex of self-contained luxury villas with an aesthetic design to create an ambiance that meets the expectations of modern travelers.
Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 469, Seminyak; Ph.: 0361-736 487; islandvillasbali.com WHERE TO SHOP
Serene Living
15% savings storewide Serene takes a fresh approach to its design for contemporary homeware. Sereneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique range of products fit well into the modern or classic home of today.
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Ranadi Villa Seminyak Luxury private pool villas and spa. 45% savings on published rates (incl. compl. minibar on arrival, return airport transfer); stay 2 nights get a 60min. spa treatment for 2; stay 4 nights pay for 3 nights; 15% savings on total bill at restaurant Ph.: 0361-737 908; baliranadivillas.com WHERE TO DINE ITALIAN Bella Rosa Restaurant at Hotel Padma Serving pasta with homemade sauces and traditional wood oven pizzas. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-752 111; hotelpadma.com
ASIAN Ranadi Restaurant at Ranadi Villa Seminyak Offering patrons of a flavorful discovery of international cuisine. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-737 908; baliranadivillas.com Tenkai Japanese Restaurant at Hotel Padma An authentic selection of Japanese dishes. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-752 111; hotelpadma.com WHAT TO DO SPA Spa at Ranadi Villa Seminyak Uses natural healing therapies. 15% savings on all spa treatments Ph.: 0361-737 908; baliranadivillas.com
COFFEE HOUSE Taman Ayun Coffee House at Hotel Padma Providing a menu from five continents with an al fresco ambiance. 15% savings on total bill Ph.: 0361-752 111; hotelpadma.com
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Sanur SANURâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SUNRISE If Kuta is often mentioned as THE place to see sunsets in Bali, then Sanur is the perfect spot to see sunrises. From Sindhu coast, you are guaranteed to see a spectacular sunrise. PLACES TO EAT Visit Cafe Batujimbar, a casual sidewalk cafe which serves light & healthy dishes. If you want to eat high quality food at an affordable price, visit The Village at Jalan Danau Tamblingan.
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This is a highly developed beach resort area that has hardly experienced the same kind of development of the previously mentioned towns, and thus retains its gentle charm. The beach stretches for about 4 km and was recently given a makeover to now include a promenade as well as thoughtfully dotted pavilions out to sea. There are plenty of hotels dotted along to the shore, interspersed with private homes of both locals and expatriates. Of the names, one has now been made into a museum; that of expatriate painter Adrien Le Mayeur (1880-1958) who settled in the 1930s and married a beautiful Balinese dancer. Sea sports are extremely popular on this side of the island and visitors can choose from a vast array; diving, snorkeling, parasailing, surfing, canoeing, windsurfing, water skiing and wake boarding to name a few. Most of the major hotels can cater to all preferences, or there are independently run outlets willing to rent at reasonable prices.The nightlife cannot compete with that of the south, but nonetheless there are many decent bars and restaurants to suit most budgets. Sanur is reasonably peaceful and although rather spread out to get around by foot, a bicycle would be perfect.
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Ajanta Villas
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30% savings on best available rates; 10% savings on total bill at Street Café (Valid until July 30, 2009) Get the sense of art and romantic feeling at Ajanta Villas. With the private pool and different elements in each of their villas, it will make your stay be an unforgettable one.
Jl. Danau Tamblingan No. 21, Sanur; Ph: 0361-285 953; ajantavillas.com WHAT TO DO
Bali Kite Center
10% savings on course fee and rental equipment; 10% savings on selected shop items (Valid until April 30, 2010) Make your kitesurfing lesson safe and fun under their certified instructor. A wide range of kitesurfing and accessories are available at their shop. Jl. By Pass Sanur No. 121XX, Sanur; Ph.: 0361-283 835 Inna Grand Bali Beach Hotel, Sanur; Ph.: 0361-276 6665
Bali Marine Walk
15% savings on all packages (Valid until July 30, 2009) Just bring your swimsuit, sunscreen, a change of clothing and underwater camera (ensured that it’s designed for at least 8m depth). Even if you can’t swim, you can climb down the ladder to the ocean floor and experience the beauty of underwater world.
Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 544, Sanur; Ph: 0361-282 654; bali-marinewalk.com Terms and Conditions apply.
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Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Tanjung Benoa NUSA DUA This enclave of hotels, shops, restaurants and convention centres was a purposely-built beach resort area to lessen the impact of tourism upon Bali and the Balinese. It is on the eastern tip of the Bukit Peninsula and made up of many famous hotels. Extremely secure and peaceful the guest facilities are second to none and many of the visitors here seldom leave the vicinity, except perhaps for guided tours by coach or organized shuttle buses. GOOD RESTAURANTS AT BUKIT PENINSULA Tasty Thai cuisine is served at The Terrace of Amanusa Resort, which has a sweeping view of the Indian Ocean. The nearby Bumbu Bali in Tanjung Benoa serves authentic Balinese food cooked in the traditional way.
The beach in this area is particularly stunning, with spectacular low tides, and a 5 km promenade. The annual â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;professional women 'tennis tourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; has put this area on the international map. JIMBARAN On the neck of the southern peninsular, Jimbaran still retains its charm of the gentle fishing village that it once was. A lot quieter than the other areas of southern Bali, and much less developed, this is a popular favorite of those in the know. The seafood restaurants scattered along the beaches are a must do on all visitors lists, as the simplicity and charm of these locally run family eateries, have no comparison with the setting of a table right on the beach complete with candles and starlit skies.
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TANJUNG BENOA Also known as Benoa, it is the peninsular that juts north from Nusa Dua. Tanjung Benoa is the waters sports playground. The boats once used for fishing have found a more lucrative pastime in ferrying divers and snorkelers to and from their businesses.
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10% savings on best available rates (valid for Indonesian/domestic & KIMS holders) Located on the southern tip of the Jimbaran Peninsula and set on a 150-meter high plateau overlooking the ocean, this resort has a sophisticated setting and refined craft-made fabrics which are made exclusively for the hotel. Jl. Goa Lempeh, Banjar Dinas Kangin, Uluwatu; Ph.: 0361-847 1000; bulgarihotels.com
Melia Bali Villas Spa Resort
30% savings on rack rates; 15% savings on total food bill at all restaurants Surrounded by wonderful lush tropical gardens, Melia Bali integrates nature and holiday-making pleasure in a glorious fusion of greenery and smiles, reflections of a paradise. Balinese furniture and furnishings give an authentic native touch to the hotel. Kompleks BTDC, Lot 1, Nusa Dua; Ph.: 0361-771 510; meliabali.com WHERE TO DINE
Dava
20% savings on total bill (except alcoholic beverages) Dava is a fine dining restaurant where an array of modern Asian cuisine and stunning Indian Ocean views can be yours. A floating garden leads you into a world of refined elegance and the Martini & Oyster Bar for before or after dinner refreshments.
Ayana Resort Bali & Spa, Jl. Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran; Ph.: 0361-702 222; ayanaresort.com
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Laguna Garden Bar & Restaurant
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15% savings on total bill This gallery-concept restaurant relive the antiquity and ancient Far East culture that oozes magic. Enjoy revivals of classic cuisine and cocktails in an environment that recalls the mystery of the East.
Bali Collection A6-5, Nusa Dua; Ph: 0361-778 915
Jimbaran Gardens Restaurant
20% savings on total food bill This restaurant has a casual open air dining setting, specializes in fresh seafood, pizza and light meals for lunch and dinner. It does not only offer delectable meals, but also a stunning view with tropical ambience.
InterContinental Bali Resort & Spa, Jl. Uluwatu No. 45, Jimbaran; Ph.: 0361-701 888; bali.intercontinental.com WHAT TO DO
YHI Spa
15% savings on spa treatments All treatments are based on traditional Indonesian rituals. The products used during the treatments are for natural body therapies which will rejuvenate the senses and instill well-being for total relaxation.
Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort; Kompleks BTDC, Lot 1, Nusa Dua; Ph: 0361-771 510; meliabali.com Offers valid until 30 April 2010, unless otherwise stated. Terms and Conditions apply.
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WHERE TO STAY Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay ď&#x201A;Top 10 Hotels for Service Overall by Travel & Leisure Readers Poll, World Best Service, June 2007. Guaranteed late check-out until 4pm for all packages published on Four Seasons Resort Bali website Ph.: 0361-701 010; fourseasonsresort.com/jimbaranbay Grand Mirage Resort More than just a spa resort. 15% savings on published rates. 15% savings on total bill at Pool Bar, Panorama Bar & Lounge, Rama Stage, La Cascata and Jukung Restaurants. Valid until Sept 31, 2009 Ph.: 0361-771 888; grandmirage.com InterContinental Bali Resort & Spa Unprecedented luxury with extraordinary service. 10% savings on Club InterContinental room (incl. all Club privileges) Ph.: 0361-701 888; bali.intercontinental.com WHERE TO DINE ASIAN Lotus Restaurant at Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort Serves a variety of menu from all over Asia in food stalls. 15% savings on total food bill Ph.: 0361-771 510; meliabali.com
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KO Japanese Restaurant at InterContinental Bali Resort & Spa Featuring authentic Japanese cuisine. 20% savings on total food bill Ph.: 0361-701 888; ayanaresort.com BAR & LOUNGE Damar Restaurant at Ayana Resort Bali & Spa An open air courtyard terrace, lounge, cigar bar and relaxation pavilion. 20% savings on total bill (except alcoholic beverages) Ph.: 0361-702 222; ayanaresort.com ITALIAN Bella Singaraja Restaurant at InterContinental Bali Resort & Spa Warm and pleasant dining ambience serving authentic Italian cuisine. 20% savings on total food bill Ph.: 0361-701 888; bali.intercontinental.com Sami Sami at Ayana Resort Bali & Spa A stylish open-air restaurant serving rustic Italian cuisine. 20% savings on total bill (except alcoholic beverages). Ph.: 0361-702 222; ayanaresort.com Sorrento Mediterranean Restaurant at Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort Serves an artistically crafted Italian cuisine. 15% savings on total food bill Ph.: 0361-771 510; melliabali.com
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THAI Padi at Ayana Resort Bali & Spa Acclaimed as the best for its innovative yet authentic Thai cuisine in Indonesia. 20% savings on total bill (except alcoholic beverages) Ph.: 0361-702 222; ayanaresort.com
Serene Living Distinguished selection of contemporary home-wares inspired by Zen. 15% savings storewide Conrad Bali, Ph.: 0361-778 788; The Westin Resort, Ph.:0361-771 906; serenebali.com WHAT TO DO Thermes Marines Bali at Ayana Resort Bali & Spa Ultra luxurious spa treatments with a breathtaking view of the Indian Ocean. 20% savings on published rates on spa treatments (except Spa on the Rock) Ph.: 0361-702 222; ayanaresort.com
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SEAFOOD Kisik at Ayana Resort Bali & Spa Serving fresh seafood right from the boats. 20% savings on total bill (except alcoholic beverages) Ph: 0361-702 222; ayanaresort.com
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Central & West Bali THE BEST FOOD IN BALI Your trip to Ubud may not be completed without trying Nasi Ayam Kedewatan of Ibu Mangku. Located at Kedewatan Ubud, you’ll notice that despite nasi ayam (chicken rice) being the only choice, this warung is always crowded. Another of Bali’s creative restaurants worth a visit is Ary’s Warung, a modern restaurant serving contemporary Asian Cuisine. Check out Dirty Duck Diner or Bebek Bengil, which serves delectable crispy duck as their house specialty. Also not to be missed is The Mozaic, an award winning restaurant that will transport you to gastronomic paradise.
Central Bali is a must see for visitors staying ‘down south’, as it is a chance to get out of the hustle and bustle and encounter the ‘real’ Bali, stunning lakes, paddy fields and an entirely gentler existence, much less affected by the globalization witnessed in the touristy areas. West Bali beyond north of Tanah Lot is rarely visited, although it has some amazing scenery. However, its infrastructure is not quite in place along with having a low population density. Ubud The cooler climate of Ubud provides a breath of unpolluted air almost as its name dictates, for Ubud is derived from the Balinese word for medicine. This area of Bali claims stake to be the cultural and artistic soul of the island, and it is true that many artists of all backgrounds, both local and expatriate, reside here. Thus, there are also many museums to visit. Ubud is a pleasant town, now no longer a village, that centres on the Ubud Palace along the main road, which meets Monkey Forest Road. It has hotels and ‘kos’ for all budgets and traveler preferences, with some of the hotels seemingly on a busier street opening out onto amazing views across ravines and forests. Ubud’s surrounding countryside is mesmerizing, and one can well understand why it is the obvious inspiration for the many artists living there. Ubud does have a nightlife, although places shut down considerably earlier than their southern counterparts, with notable restaurants, live music bars and one club named Ozigo, which does stay open to until late hours. Bali Botanical Gardens These superb and surprisingly cooler gardens are found off the main road heading towards Bedugul. Set up in 1959, it is home to more than 300 orchids, which simply flourish with the
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Goa Gajah Or, literally, elephant cave, is said to have been built in the 11th century for Hindu and Buddhist priests. As it is reasonably close to Ubud, and on a main road, it has become somewhat of a tourist attraction. The entrance is particularly popular and often photographed, as it is dramatically shaped into the giant mouth of a demon. Tirta Empul Temple The holy springs found at this temple and spring complex are said to contain the spirit of immortality after its creation by the God Indra, and have been used by the Balinese since the 10th century. It can be reached off the main Kintamani-Tampaksari Road. Peliatan This once small village has now merged with southern Ubud and is famous for its dancers. It is here that you should try to
MONKEY FOREST Walk the length of Monkey Forest Road from the centre of Ubud and down into a thick forest where you will find groups of monkeys waiting to be fed by unsuspecting tourists. The monkeys are friendly enough but they can be a little naughty, so keep a tight grip on your valuables.
A temple at Monkey Forest, courtesy of Yensen Aliamin
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climate. There is a small fee to enter, and the whole family can enjoy this as a day out, with an activity called Tree Tops to test your Tarzan or Jane skills!
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An enchanting spot of Ubud Water Palace, courtesy of Yensen Aliamin
catch a performance, especially with the villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all female gamelan orchestra. COURSES o ARMA A cultural center offering classes in painting, woodcarving and batik. Other courses include Balinese history and Hinduism. o Nirvana Batik Course Nyoman Suradnya teaches the highly regarded batik courses.
Lake Bratan This lake is 1,200m above sea level and centred in the crater of an ancient volcano. It is a popular attraction amongst locals and tourists alike due to the cool temperature and picturesque scenery. There is a marvelous golf club nearby called Bali Handara Kosaido Country Club, or, if you feel energetic, you can have a climb up Gunung Catur that will lead you to a small temple. Bali Barat Taman National This is the name for Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s West Bali National Park, which is over 750sq km, with several walking trails that require a park guide. Off the park is a tiny island called Pulau Menjangan, which is reachable by boat. There is some great snorkeling to be done, as well as calm seas that make diving comfortable for beginners.
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Guaranteed best available rates; guaranteed late check-out until 4pm Beneath a lotus pool floating above treetops and Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sacred Ayung River, discover a few dozen enormous suites & private villas nestled in the jungle and eclectic dining at the breathtaking valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge.
Sayan; Ph.: 0361-977 577; fourseasons.com/sayan
Komaneka at Bisma
30% savings on published rates (net/room/night); 20% savings on food bill at restaurant; 20% savings on spa treatments; 15% savings on paintings at Komaneka Fine Art Gallery Nestled upon the hillsides by the Campuhan River Valley, with amazing views of the river, sloping rice fields and the coconut groves in the surrounding area, this luxurious resort is designed as a sophisticated and contemporary lifestyle destination.
Jl. Bisma; Ph.: 0361-971 933; komaneka.com
Komaneka at Tanggayuda
30% savings on published rates (net/room/night); 20% savings on food bill at restaurant ; 20% savings on spa treatments; 15% savings on paintings at Fine Art Gallery Built in an enchanting and secluded setting overlooking a river surrounded by the natural beauty of Ubud, it will allow their guests to truly lose themselves in Bali.
Banjar Tanggayuda, Kedewatan; Ph.: 0361-978 123; komaneka.com
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15% savings on total bill With a true al fresco setting overlooking the spectacular Petanu gorge, CasCades provides an exquisite ambiance to enjoy an appetizing meal. It has a comprehensive wine collection from prominent wine producing countries all over the world.
Viceroy, Jl. Lanyahan, Banjar Nagi; Ph.: 0361-971 777; viceroybali.com WHAT TO DO
Bali Bird Park & Rimba Reptil
15% savings on tour packages Find yourself at the Bali Bird Park to witness the largest and finest collection of birds from almost all over the world. Encompassing two hectares of botanical landscape, the park provides sanctuary to almost 1,000 birds of 250 different species.
Jl. Serma Cok Ngurah Gambir, Desa Singapadu, Batubulan; Ph.: 0361-299 352; bali-bird-park.com
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Komaneka at Monkey Forest Exhibiting one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest collections of Indonesian & Balinese art. 30% savings on published rates; 20% savings on total food bill at restaurant; 20% savings on spa treatments; 15% savings on paintings at Fine Art Gallery Ph.: 0361-976 090; komaneka.com
Komaneka Fine Art Gallery Showcasing a wealthy collection of contemporary connoisseurs. 15% savings on paintings Komaneka Resort at Monkey Forest, Ph.: 0361-976 090; Komaneka Resort at Tanggayuda, Ph.: 0361-978 123; komaneka.com
Viceroy Elegance accommodation with unparalleled breathtaking view. ď&#x201A;2004-2005 Number One Island Destination by Conde Naste Traveler Magazine. 25% savings on published rates; 20% savings on total bill at restaurant; 15% savings on spa treatments; special offer: stay 3 nights get additional benefits of a 2hrs The Lembah Spa Package for 2 & a romantic dinner for 2. Ph.: 0361-972 111; viceroybali.com
WHAT TO DO SPA Spa at Komaneka Resorts Offering a variety of natural products & traditional treatments. 20% savings on spa treatments Komaneka Resort at Monkey Forest, Ph: 0361-976 090; Komaneka Resort at Tanggayuda, Ph: 0361-978 123; komaneka.com
WHERE TO DINE Restaurant at Komaneka Resorts Offering a delectable range of Indonesian & International cuisines. 20% savings on total food bill Komaneka Resort at Monkey Forest, Ph.: 0361-976 090; Komaneka Resort at Tanggayuda, Ph.: 0361-978 123; komaneka.com
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North & East Bali The north definitely retains Balinese traditions and heritage even though it was here that the Dutch established their capital. Lovina proves is the main tourist attraction on this northern coastline. It was once a budget travelers dream but now caters to a variety of budgets. Gunung Batur in the northeast area of Bali is very popular with visitors, both local and foreign, as its breathtaking caldera houses a lake. Amed This once serene fishing and salt harvesting village has in recent times taken off – due to its stunning views of Gunung Agung. It was once a cheap getaway but can now offer some up market accommodation, with various restaurants to choose from.
KERTA GOSA In the vicinity of Klungkung, you can find Kerta Gosa, a 17th-century restored complex which houses the Hall of Justice, where the King of Klungkung meted out punishments. It also sports gruesome paintings highlighting what will happen to sinners.
Lovina This is an 8km stretch along the beach west of Singaraja that is becoming popular due to its ‘back to basics’ simplicity and feel. The sunsets are stunning here. Catch an early morning boat to watch dolphins just after sunrise. There is a small selection of restaurants although no nightlife to really speak of. This is similar to southern Bali 15 years ago, fairly low key and quiet with graceful hospitality and an overall slower pace of life. Gunung Agung Towering at 3,143m this is one of Indonesia’s highest volcanoes and Bali’s highest stratovolcano. Its physical and spiritual presence is constantly felt throughout the island and it is constantly considered by the Balinese in all manners of dayto-day rituals. Last erupting in 1963-4, it was believed that the spirits residing there were displeased, and if you do attempt the ascent, this will soon become apparent as your guide will place offerings at the temples en route. The hike takes around five hours or more from Besakih. A guide is required with the most spectacular view as a reward once you reach the summit.
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Besakih This is the Mother Temple of Bali that all Hindu practicing Balinese must visit at least once in their life. It is situated at approximately 1,000m up the slopes of the sacred Gunung Agung and is a sprawling mass of temples (22 in total) and shrines that are scattered over an area of 3km2. It is best to arrive in the early morning to avoid the throngs that gather. Only devotees may enter the temples.
A breathtaking sunset in Amed, courtesy of Yensen Aliamin
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Fullmoon Beach BBQ Dinner at Tugu Hotel Bali, Canggu
LOVINA’S GLIMMERING SAND The sands of Lovina are black and volcanic, unlike the white stuff you find in the south. The beaches are also thin and don’t offer much privacy. The highlight of Lovina are the sunsets, which are as spectacular as those in the Kuta region. And as the sky reddens, the lights of the fishing boats appear as bright dots across the horizon.
Banjar Tega Hot Springs These hot springs are best visited, if possible, during the week as they are full of locals and visitors come the weekend. They are well kept, even providing changing rooms. Close by are a variety of shops and warungs from where to get snacks and drinks. Singaraja This is the largest city outside of Denpasar and is passed on the way to Lovina. Steeped in history, it was the headquarters from where the Dutch ruled Bali as well as where the Japanese base during the Second World War. It doesn’t only cater to tourism so from this perspective it is worth to take a look there. Ulun Danu Temple The eruption of Gunung Batur in 1926 destroyed both the village and temple of Batur. Therefore the village and the temple were rebuilt on the crater’s rim. Young men selected by a priestess serve the temple. The highest possible number of roofs have been used (11 meru) to make the temple’s importance known.
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Other Islands of Bali
Courtesy of Waka Nusa Resort BREAKS OF NUSA LEMBONGAN Surfing here is best in the dry season (April to September), when the winds come from the southeast. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not for beginners, and can be dangerous even for experts. There are three main breaks on the reef, all aptly named. From north to south are Shipwreck, Lacerations and Playground. Depending on where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re staying, you can paddle directly out to whichever of the three is the closest.
Many visitors to Bali enjoy taking day trips on the numerous boats offered to the neighbouring islands, most notably Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida and Nusa Ceningan. They are easily accessible and not too far, just over an hour or so depending on your mode of sea transport, and will allow you to feel like you got away from it all. Nusa Lembongan is just 4km by 3km and is fairly developed, although retaining its charm. It is a popular water sports destination. The main industry of the 2,000 or so inhabitants is seaweed farming. Seaweed is used for a multitude of trades ranging from an ice cream ingredient to cosmetics. There is insufficient rainfall to grow rice. When the tide is low it is possible to wade to the neighbouring uninhibited island of Nusa Ceningan. Nusa Penida has a beautiful stretch of white sand beach on its northern coast, as well as a couple of attractions: a limestone cave and Pentaram Ped Temple. The roads are not well maintained so a motorbike is advisable for geting around the southern area of the island.
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Lombok Lombok is an island in West Nusa Tenggara province. It is part of the chain of the Lesser Sunda Islands, with the Lombok Strait separating it from Bali to the west and the Alas Strait between it and Sumbawa to the east. The provincial capital and largest city on the island is Mataram. The Lombok Strait marks the passage of the biogeographical division between the fauna of the Indomalayan ecozone and the distinctly different fauna of Australasia that is known as the Wallace Line, named after Alfred Wallace, who first remarked upon the distinction between these two major biomes. The island’s topography is dominated by the centrally located stratovolcano Mount Rinjani, which rises to 3,726 m (12,224 ft), making it the third highest volcano in Indonesia. The most recent eruption of Rinjani was in June-July, 1994. The volcano, and its crater lake, ‘Segara Anak’ (child of the sea), became a National Park in 1997. The southern part of the island is a fertile plain where corn, rice, coffee, tobacco, and cotton are grown. The island’s inhabitants are 85% Sasak whose origins are thought to be from Java in the first millennium BC. Other residents include 10-15% Balinese, with the small remainder being Chinese, Arab, Javanese and Sumbawanese. Since the Sasak population typically practices Islam, the landscape is punctuated with mosques and minarets. Islamic traditions and holidays influence the island’s daily activities. Proximity to Bali is Lombok’s blessing, and its curse. While only 25 miles separate the two islands, they are in fact worlds apart. Lombok has retained a more natural, peaceful and undeveloped environment, which attracts travelers who come to enjoy its relaxed pace and the opportunity to explore the island’s unspoiled but spectacular natural beauty.
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The island is fertile, has sufficient rainfall in most areas for agriculture, and possesses a variety of climate zones. Consequently, food in abundant quantity and variety is available inexpensively at local farmers' markets. Lombok now appears to be on the verge of a tourist boom. Many tourists are discovering the charm of Lombok. With this new interest comes the development of a number of boutique resorts on the island serving quality food and drinks, but just a stoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s throw away from rural, unspoiled countryside - much as Bali was decades ago.
ď&#x192;Ł WHERE TO STAY Amanwana Resort Pulau Moyo, Sumbawa Besar Ph: 0371-222 33 Holiday Inn Resort Lombok Jl. Raya Senggigi Ph: 0370-693 444 Hotel Tugu Lombok Jl. Pantai Sire, Sire Beach Ph: 0370-620 111
There are daily boats and planes from Bali to reach Lombok.
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A troupe of Lombok's traditional instruments (gendang beleg)
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The most-developed center of tourism is Senggigi, spread over a 30-kilometer strip along the coastal road north of Mataram. Backpackers congregate on the three Gili Islands off the west coast, with Gili Trawangan being the most visited. Other popular tourist destinations include Kuta, in the south, where surfing is considered to be one of the best in the world by leading surfing magazines. The Kuta area is also famous for its beautiful, untouched beaches.
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Ecotourism in Bali What is ecotourism? Surely, we’ve all heard of ecotourism. Tourism and the natural environment, which once stood apart like quarrelling brothers, have turned out to be two factors that can be combined beautifully. In a more formal definition, ecotourism itself is often described as a form of tourism that appeals to ecologically and socially conscious individuals. Generally speaking, ecotourism focuses on volunteering, personal growth, and learning new ways to live on the planet. It typically involves travel to destinations where flora, fauna, and cultural heritage are the primary attractions. With a similar idea, the International Ecotourism Society (TIES) defines ecotourism as “responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the wellbeing of local people”. This means that those who implement and participate in ecotourism activities should minimize impact, build environmental and cultural awareness and respect, provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts, provide direct financial benefits for conservation, provide financial benefits and empowerment for local people, and raise sensitivity to host countries’ political, environmental and social climate. Often dubbed as one of the most beautiful islands in the world, Bali offers a huge chance for ecotourism. Bali boasts mesmerizing areas that can be developed to accommodate small groups wishing to explore in a more personal way. Try hiking Bali’s volcanoes or walking along the rice paddies, and you’ll find the natural vibe of Bali. The Western end of Bali boasts the charm of Bali Barat National Park. The National Park is located on the westernmost tip of the island, covering some 70,000 hectares in land area. It was created in 1941 and its main aim was to protect the Bali starling and the last of the wild banteng, from which most of the Balinese cattle descend. The last of the Starlings live in small groups of two or three in the Acacia shrubs on the north coast of Prapat Agung cape, Bali’s most north-western promontory. The cape is cut off from the rest of the
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Another interesting route in Bali Barat National Park is the seven-hour hike to Mount Klatakan. Put on your comfortable shoes and start the walk at a ranger point at
Courtesy of Bali Bird Park & Rimba Reptil
OTHER NOTABLE ECOTOURISM o The Reef Watch Program - Not only will you enjoy your day trip to Lembongan Island on Bali Hai Cruises, but you will also have the opportunity to be involved in their reef watch program. o The Elephant Safari Park - It offers you a chance to feed and interact with these wonderful creatures in a natural setting. o Blahmantung Waterfalls - With a spectacular drop of over 100m, this waterfall near Pupuan is simply amazing, especially during the rainy season. o Gitgit WaterfallsThis waterfall is located 10km to the south of Singaraja. The falls drop down many levels, the tallest of which is around 45 meters (149 feet). o Bali Bird Park & Rimba Reptil The Bird Park boasts more than 250 species of birds, while the Rimba Reptil has more than 20 species of creatures.
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reserve by the main Singaraja-Gilamanuk road as well as by the forestry plantations inland of Teluk Terima. There is no entrance fee to drive through the park, but you need a permit and a licensed guide to enter the park and visit any site within it. You can obtain the permit and arrange guided trekking or camping at the park headquarters in Cekik. It has a small visitor’s centre displaying information on the park’s flora and fauna. The park offers several trekking routes. The two-hour walk is recommended for bird spotting. Although the National Park was set up to protect the Bali Starling, there are so few of them left in the wild that your only chance to spot them is in captivity. Near Sumberklampok, a pre-release centre keeps a few couples for breeding before setting them free in the park. You’ll have to get a permit and pay a conservation fee to see the caged starlings. If you’re still eager to spot other birds in the forest, follow your guide on the Tegalbunder trail, through the monsoon forest near the pre-release centre. Start in the early morning, around 6AM, so you’ll have a chance of seeing a bigger variety of birds. You may also hear the high-pitched chirps of the olive-backed sunbirds or the monotonous tweet of the brown-throated sunbird.
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HOW TO GET TO MENJANGAN ISLAND The island can be accessed by boat from the small harbor of Labuhanlalang. To reach the harbor, catch a bemo at the junction in front of the park, heading to Banyuwedang. From the north, buses from Singaraja to Gilimanuk pass in front of the park’s offices in Cekik and Labuhanlalang. ECO-FRIENDLY HOTELS More and more hotels are taking steps to reduce their use of electricity by using low-consumption bulbs, using natural ventilation instead of air-conditioning and using solar heating. Water-saving measures include using wastewater for gardening and designing shady gardens with low evaporation. BALI BOTANICAL GARDENS Covering over 154 hectares on the lower slopes of Mount Pohen, near Bedugul, the Bali Botanical Gardens boast an extensive collection of trees and flowers, including wild orchids.
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Sumberklampok. From here, you’ll pass through the forest and then go down to the main road near Mount Klatakan. Passing the tropical rainforest area, you can see protected plant species such as the sawo kecik, the bayur, rattan, and rare orchids. Although you may not always spot them in the dense forest, you will likely hear the voices of black monkeys, long tailed macaques, or the harsh cackle of the Asian pied hornbill and the wreathed hornbill. The Bali Barat National Park also consists of marine and coastal areas housing rich coral. Within the park, the tiny Menjangan Island is one of the best diving sites around Bali. Menjangan is famous for its calm and clear water, where diving can be done most of the year – although the sea can be rough in January and February. It is also popular for its many gorgonians and soft coral, and its wall full of caves and crevasses The site is also filled with reef fish such as angelfish, butterflyfish, anthias, and gobies. Try the rarely-visited tiny ship wreck known as Kapal Budak (slave ship). On this calm spot, you may have the chance to swim with green turtles. As you follow the 30m-long wall to the wreck, you may also come face to face with a white-tip shark lurking in the deep corner of the old ship. Another place that has to be mentioned while we’re on ecotourism is the Turtle Conservation and Education Center on Serangan Island, the place where female turtles once laid their eggs in the thousands. The turtle conservation has 10 basins as breeding receptacles (turtle rehabilitation). The turtles housed here are mainly green and hawksbill turtles. Many of their nests have also been relocated to the centre from nearby beaches that are regularly visited by poachers in search of turtle eggs. Most hatchlings are released immediately, while some are kept briefly in the centre for exhibition and educational purposes. Others are provided to communities for religious ceremonies, only on the stipulation that they are released back into the sea. Mount Agung is also an excellent destination for ecotourism. While hiking the largest mountain in Bali, you are guaranteed to fall in love with the beautiful tropical sunrise wrapped in the icy temperatures. On a clear day, you can also catch a glimpse of Mount Rinjani in Lombok.
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In addition to times in the chart, some shops do not close for lunch, but remain open through the day. Most shops are open on Saturday and some also open on Sunday. Offices close at 11AM on Friday and 12.30PM on Saturday. Banks close at 11AM on Saturday and are closed on Sunday. Banks in hotels have longer hours. Money changers are generally open until the evening. Museum opening times vary (see individual museums in the ‘List of Galleries and Museums’ section). Most pharmacies are open on Saturday. On Sunday they open on a rotational basis.
ELECTRICITY
The power supply in most hotels is 220 volts, 50 cycles AC (some districts are still using 100 volts). Sockets accept two-round-pin-style plugs. Electrical appliances without dual voltage may require a voltage transformer. For most Western visitors, an electrical adaptor is needed.
EMERGENCY
Police Ambulance Fire Department Search & Rescue
110 118 113 111/115/151
PETROL STATIONS
The following petrol stations, warmly welcome American Express® Cards • Jl. Imam Bonjol No. 511 Ph.: 0361-480 909 • Jl. Prof Ida Bagus Mantra Ph.: 0361-291 111 • Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai Sanur Ph.: 0361-724 556 • Jl. Raya Sesetan No 323 Ph.: 0361-728 181
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MEDICAL SERVICES BIMC Jl. Ngurah Rai No. 100 Ph.: 0361-761 263 International SOS Jl. Ngurah Rai No. 505 Ph.: 0361-710 505 SHARE YOUR BALI EXPERIENCE DETAILS
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POINTS TO PONDER
• Respect Balinese customs, rituals and sensibilities. • Dress casually, but please remember to dress properly when you visit religious places. • Waist sashes should be worn when visiting temples. • Do not walk in front of people while they’re praying. • Kindly do not use flash camera or push your camera into the priest’s face. • In special ceremonies or anniversary celebrations, a small donation is gratefully received. • Be careful when changing money. Be warned: foreign bank notes are often refused if too crumpled, folded or stained. • The quick and easy way is to change your money in major tourist centers such as Kuta, Sanur, and Ubud where moneychangers often offer better rates than the banks. • Most importanly, always count your money before you leave the premises.
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INFORMATION
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PERSONAL SAFETY
Crime against the person is rare in Bali but you should guard belongings against theft. The Lake Batur area is crimeprone and the Kintamani-Bangli region is dubious. Items are rarely recovered. To help prevent crime: • Avoid walking after dark • Beware when you travel on local buses/bemos. • Do not leave possessions unattended anywhere. • Never carry your passport, airline ticket, or more money than you need.
An exquisite wood carving of The Oberoi Bali
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TAXIS
• Blue Bird Taxi Ph.: 0361-701 111
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CAR RENTALS Autobagus Rent A Car Ph.: 0361-722 222 Aveon Auto Rentals Ph.: 0361-775 838 Avis Rent A Car Ph.: 0361-222 593 CV. Wirasana Ph: 0361-286 066 Toyota Rent A Car Ph.: 0361-701 747/ 753 744 0370 -241 46
Holiday Tips:
Sustainable Tourism John Daniels, editor of Bali’s award-winning Bali Update e-newsletter (www.balidiscovery.com) offers some practical suggestions to make your island visit more environmentally sustainable.
Bali Elephant Camp's Cycling at Bali Elephant Camp
Include the environment on your itinerary! While in Bali see the endangered Bali Starling, dive local waters in search of mola mola and other marine species, take a nature hike, raft down one of the island’s rivers, visit a botanical garden, take a bike tour, visit a museum, go kayaking, paddle a canoe or go sailing. Such activities are loads of fund and also a lower environmental impact. What’s more, when you purchase “green travel products” you help an important segment of the sustainable tourism sector grow and prosper.
Think before you consume! Carry a refillable drinking bottle, carry a cloth bag for your shopping purchases, and beware of wasteful packaging practices. When you leave Bali, don’t leave a pile of trash behind. Bio-degradable products and packaging are definitely the sustainable way to travel.
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Think before you buy! How “green” are your purchases? Deal with hotels and tour operators who have an active conservation program. Laundry reduction, water conservation and energy conservation programs all add up to make an important difference. Spend your money with companies who share your concern for nature.
Waka Tangga's Trekking
No go zones! Do not buy items made from coral, sea shells, turtle shells and the dead remains of endangered species. Never give money directly to the children, but consider instead a donation to one of Bali’s outstanding philanthropic organizations.
Converse our precious fossil fuels and reduce your carbon footprint! Join a seat-in-coach tour of Bali. Private cars burn more gas. Turn off your room air conditioner and enjoy the sea breeze. Use rechargeable batteries, Bali’s landfills don’t need your unused batteries. Whenever possible use the waste bin, not your toilet for disposal. Reduce energy, water and detergent use by asking your hotel not to change linen on daily basis. Take a walk and enjoy the tropical climate – after all, its one of the reasons why you came here. The best way to meet the Balinese is on foot. Eat more vegetables. While it may not be practical for you to become “meatless” – it’s worth remembering that 100 vegetarians can dine on the grains it takes to produce the meat requirements of a single nonvegetarian.
Organic Farm at Alila Manggis
Gifts for Balinese friends! Give items of lasting value, and when possible, purchase items produced by the local community.
Most importantly, be sure to have fun in Bali. You’re visiting one of the world’s richest cultures. By visiting the islands you’re paying the Balinese a high compliment and helping to sustain its number one industry. “Take only digital pictures, leave only footprints”
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SEEDS FOR BALI
Seeds for Bali
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Seeds for Bali is a non-profit program initiated by Bank Danamon , co-sponsored by Bali Tourism Development Corporation (BTDC), and in partnership with Friends of the National Parks Foundation (FNPF) as the executor of tree planting and ongoing maintenance activities. The program was being rolled out in December 2007. About The Program The Program aims to pilot reforestation of some of the most arid places in Bali, with seed fund from Bank Danamon, BTDC, and donations from American Express速 Cardmembers worldwide. It is hoped that the program will not only help accelerate public awareness, but also assist the micro habitat conservation efforts, and enable contributors to offset their own carbon footprint, while benefiting the economy of local communities. The program entails more than just tree-planting, as it also involves a number of activities to ensure 80% survival of the plants by the end of the fifth year, including working with the community, raising seedlings, preparing the ground, planting the seedlings, building water catch systems, and providing site maintenance and ongoing plant care. The all-inclusive cost for 5 years is only around Rp.30,000 per planted tree. Among the areas to be forested are blocks of land on Nusa Penida, Puncak Temu, and Adegan Village. The agro-forestry project had already raised enough funds to sponsor tree planting on 7 hectares of land on Puncak Temu in December 2007. The initiative had been expanded subsequently to plant on 3 hectares of land around the Adegan Village during the rainy season of 2008-2009. To-date, the plants have thrived to a survival rate of more than 90% from over 3,000 planted trees.
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Alila Ubud and Garuda Orient Holidays contributes to a green Bali (27 May 2009, Bali) Alila Ubud is an active and firm supporter of local programs that aim to raise awareness of environmental issues. Together with Garuda Orient Holidays (GOH), the luxury boutique resort recently contributed 140 tree samplings to the Seeds for Bali program (see page 86). “Alila Hotels & Resorts and GOH believe the natural beauty of Bali is a key attraction for overseas visitors. A joint responsibility for operators is to maintain and sustain this and securing long-term benefits for the destination and its communities", says Jork Bosselaar, General Manager, Alila Ubud. “This time we are pleased to share our commitment via our Australian partners, who not only offset some of the carbon emissions caused by their visit, but also contribute double by supporting Bali plus supporting the natural habitat of Bali”. “Alila Ubud has supported the Seeds for Bali program since May 2008,” says Jork Bosselaar, General Manager, Alila Ubud. “This time, we are pleased to be able to join hands with Garuda Orient Holidays to help draw attention to the important work Seeds of Bali does and to make another positive contribution to the environment.” “We have great pleasure in supporting the ‘Seeds for Bali’ project. As a long time partner with Alila Hotels & Resorts, and being conscious of the impact tourism to Bali has had on the island over the years, GOH fully supports this reforestation and rehabilitation project and commend Alila Ubud for their efforts” says Nick Deacock, Product Manager, Garuda Orient Holidays Australia. Beyond its keen support of local environmental programs, Alila Ubud is also strongly committed to reducing its environmental impact. Alila Hotels and Resorts, Bali was awarded the “2008 GOH Manager’s Choice”.
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