Edition januari 2014

Vol. IX January - February, 2014

Togean,

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Editor’s Note www.paradiso.co.id EDITOR IN CHIEF

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Dear readers, Happy New Year 2014! Entering the New Year, we are present in slightly different look, which was previously a tabloid, now we come in a form of magazine with simpler yet still attractive size and design. More than that, the change of look does not affect our intention and spirit to keep promoting Indonesia tourism. We started in 2006 and consistently continue promoting Indonesia tourism and as time goes by, the coverage area of information presented are getting wider, not only across Indonesia, but also abroad.

Throughout this year, we are going to focus and concentrate on promoting and developing marine tourism. Indonesia has great marine potentials and promising to be developed as marine tourism. Unfortunately, those potentials have not been managed and developed maximally. We have to continue encourage the community, tourism practitioners and the government to pay serious attention on the development of marine tourism.

Have a great reading time and hopefully this magazine can be a reference for those who want to develop business in tourism sector and those who like travelling.

Redaksi

Igo Kleden

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Throughout 2013, Foreign Tourist Visits Grows 7.37 Percent

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Throughout 2013, Foreign Tourist Visits Grows 7.37 Percent

Mari Elka Pangestu

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ourist arrivals to Indonesia by the end of 2013 was estimated to reach as many as 8,637,275 people or a growth of 7.37% compared to the year 2012 as many as 8.04 million tourists.

Although the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) alone has not released the data of foreign tourists visit from November to December, but the data of Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy revealed that the number of foreign tourist arrivals to Indonesia until the end of 2013 was estimated at 8.6 million foreign tourists or a growth of 7.37 per cent compared to 2012. This

means that the target of foreign tourists visit this year is reached.

This was conveyed by the Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Mari Elka Pangestu in Jakarta on Tuesday (24/12) at end of year 2013 press conference. She said that the figure is based on the prediction of the growth of foreign tourist visit in November 2013 that reached 5.52 % and also the assumption on an increase in foreign tourist visit December 2013, that was estimated the same as December 2012, which was 0.53 %.

In terms of employment, tourism sector in 2013 absorbed 10.18million people (9.41 million people in 2012) or 8.89 % of total national employment (8.49 % in 2012).

Mari added that the spending of foreign tourists amounted to US$ 1.142 million per visit. Thus the income earned from tourism sector this year reached about US$ 9.87 billion.

“This means that there is an increase of 8.17% compared to US$ 9.12 billion in 2012. Based on these figures I believe that next year’s projected tourism prospect and creative economy will remain promising, “she said.

Moreover, Mari said that based on recent studies conducted by the UNWTO and WWTC, the attempt of providing visa facilities will impact on an additional of 2.6 million jobs in the APEC economic areas. The government also set a target of foreign tourist visit in 2014 similar to 2013’s target, which is about 7-7.5 % or 9.2 million

tourists, with an increase of 600 thousand foreign tourists.

As for domestic tourists in 2013 estimated the number of trips reached 248 million trips, with an average trip expenditure of IDR 711,000. With a total expenditure of domestic tourists during 2013 reached IDR 176.32 trillion.

Targeting 9.2 Million Foreign Tourists in 2014 Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy is targeting foreign tourist arrival in 2014 at 9.2 million people. “For 2014, the target of 9.2 million foreign tourist visits are focused on 16 major destinations,” said Mari Pangestu.

She said that the target of 9.2 million foreign tourists increased by 600,000 people or by 7 to 7.5 percent of the total foreign tourists visiting Indonesia in 2013.

This year, Indonesia’s competitiveness position also increased from rank 74th to 70th. World Economic Forum summarized indications image of tourism in the countries in the world. One of the indications is the competitiveness in travel and tourism. “The position of the competitiveness of Indonesian tourism in 2013 is in the top 70,” said Mari.

In 2011, said Mari, Indonesia was ranked 74. This represents an increase from 2009, which was ranked 81 of 140 countries. ( bowo )

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irAsia founder Tony Fernandes said low-cost carriers will continue growing, especially in the AsiaPacific region so that AirAsia is committed to anticipate it.

“We estimate the number of wide-body low cost carriers (LCCs) in the Asia Pacific region reached more than 100 airlines when the market increased by 35 % in the next five years, “said Tony Fernandes.

He said that AirAsia had predicted a fairly large market potential in the Asia Pacific region, mainly due to the low level of market penetration for LCC flights under four hours of flying time.

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Budget Flights in Asia to Grow Apace

Tony Fernandes

“For that, AirAsia is also committed to become one of the actors excel in the global aviation industry for the market, among others, by ordering 25 Airbus A330 -300s valued at US$ 6 billion. Our commitment is to be the airline that operates wide-body fleet with an average age under 5 years and also fuel efficient, with a comfortable and reliable cabin in the Asia Pacific region by 2019, “he said.

Tony Fernandes also said that as for the delivery of Airbus A330 - 300 aircraft will begin in 2015 in line with the airline’s expansion plans in the Asia Pacific region.

The purchase includes Airbus A330 - 300

with the longer distance version, so that will allow the airline to open a non-stop flight service to both Europe and America flights with one stop.

“Previously, AirAsia has also won the award for World Leading Low Cost Airline in the event of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2013. This award became an important milestone for AirAsia Group that will celebrate its 12th anniversary,” he said.

He added that during the years, AirAsia has developed from only two aircrafts and 250 employees to 147 aircrafts and has employed approximately 12,000 employees from various countries. ( * )

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Asia Pacific Travel Market Predicted to Earn US$ 351.9 Billion

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he result of research conducted

by Skycanner, a global travel search site, reveals that travel trend in 2013, many travelers use mobile applications (mobile devices) in planning their travel.

Skyscanner CEO Gareth Williams in a press release said that travelers use mobile applications to find tips and advice for travelling, directions, ticket booking and language translators. Along with the growth of the mobile industry and smartphones, travelers around the world are now using mobile applications as a traveling companion.

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“On the other hand, increasing economic growth in the Asia Pacific region, particularly Indonesia, provide public interest opportunities for travelling and relaxing. Even the Asia Pacific region has surpassed Europe and becoming the largest travel market in the world and is expected to earn US$ 351.9 billion this year, “she said.

Skyscanner also indicated that many Indonesian tourists take advantage of the proximity to the neighboring countries, or choose a destination in the country with the best facilities. Singapore ranks first as a weekend tourist destination, followed by Bali, Kuala

Lumpur, Jakarta and Yogyakarta.

While Skyscanner Market Development Manager for Indonesia, Tika Larasati said that attractive tourist destinations in ASEAN countries increasingly gain popularity among tourists in Indonesia. As more and more tourists from neighboring countries visit Indonesia, the Indonesian people also begin to consider a visit to a neighboring country.

“Preferred Destination, said Tika, are those that offer a range of tourist attractions, but still relatively affordable by cost, culture, language and distance, “she said. ( * )

ot many foreign and domestic tourists have known the diversity of Indonesia’s underwater potentials. Therefore, the government continues to promote the program and development of marine tourism in the country.

One of the government’s efforts in optimizing the potential of marine tourism in Indonesia is through underwater photo contest, namely Indonesia the World Underwater Photo Contest (IWUPC) 2013.

It is the biggest underwater photo contest in the world as confirmed by seven professional judges from the United States, Hong Kong, Japan and the United Kingdom.

Director of Special Interest Tourism, Conventions, Incentives and Events Development Achyaruddin expects the participants and the judges to be able to attract foreign tourists being targeted to come to Indonesia from Europe, Asia and America.

“In addition, they also need to know about Indonesia, especially marine tourism potentials in the country and has a reputation for conflict -free with any parties,” said Achyaruddin in Bali.

“Later, all photos will be on display and used as a means of promotion for Indonesian marine tourism. Ten finalists will be taken from 2625 photos submitted,” he added.

Achyaruddin said that this activity will have a positive impact to attract tourists.

Additionally, the world will get to know the potential of marine tourism spread throughout the country where there are 700 points that become the object of underwater shooting.

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Bali are Raja Ampat and Lombok,” he explained.

On separate occasion, Expert Staff for the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy Cipto Aji Gunawan said that Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy once told him that why Indonesian as a maritime nation that has such vast sea do not have anything that really stands out in the world.

“Therefore, a program is designed to give advantages to Indonesian society and become something that stands out in the world that titled “Indonesian World Underwater Photo Contest,” said Cipto.

However, the program is not merely a photo contest, but there are other important things that become important requirement for the development and conservation.

The intended development lies on how to involve diving operators throughout Indonesia. Thus, not all people can send photos to the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy.

Tourists or people who want to dive should involve certified diving operators.

It is also important for Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy to record the distribution map of the entire diving operators for further development of marine tourism.

That way, the level of professionalism of diving operators and products offered to tourists can be identified. The point is not only about organizing a photo contest, but more importantly is about how all diving operators use the event as a means of promoting tourism.

“They can offer as an attraction for diving in Indonesian so that it can attract more tourists, “he explained.

In addition, the unique thing, which is also the first time performed in the world is that diving accompanied by a diving guide who takes pictures will also received an award.

However, the condition is that the diving guide that joins the contest should be Indonesian so that it can encourage them to promote marine tourism. “The total prize for the contest reached IDR 2 billion,” he concluded. ( igo )

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19 Cruise Ships to Visit Semarang in 2014

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T Pelabuhan Indonesia III is targeting 19 cruise ships to dock at the Port of Tanjung Emas Semarang. Head of Public Relations Pelindo III Edi Priyanto said 18 ships have been docking at Tanjung Emas.

“This number has increased compared to last year, which was only visited by 17 cruise ships. French -flagged cruise ship MV. Le Soleal has recently docked at Tanjung Emas before continued sailing to the Port of Tanjung Perak Surabaya,” he said.

Le Soleal weighs 1.708 DWT became the fourth cruise ship that stopped at the Port of Tanjung Perak in 2013. The ship was carrying 264 passengers and 139 crews.

“In 2012 there were 5 ships visited Tanjung Perak with 1,227 tourists.

However, in 2013 there were only 4 ships with 2,478 tourists. Although the number of ships visiting had dropped but the number of foreign tourists who visit the city of Surabaya and surrounding areas increased,” he said. ( * )

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Promoting Marine Tourism through Underwater Photo Contest

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Indonesia to Prepare 9 Sharia Tourism Destinations

Esthy Reko Astuty

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ndonesian offers nine sharia tourism destinations, namely West Sumatra, Riau, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, East Java, Lombok, and Makassar. “In the early stages, there are nine areas that we offer as Islamic tourist destination,” said Director General Tourism Marketing Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, Esthy Reko Astuti in Jakarta.

Esthy explained that the determination of the sharia tourist destinations was determined based on the readiness of human resources, local culture, local tourism products and tourist accommodation. The determination of sharia tourist destination is part of the preparation for the launch of sharia tourism product 2014.

Moreover, she explained that sharia tourism includes not only the existence of pilgrimage and religious places, but also includes the availability of facilities such as restaurants and hotels that provide halal food and prayer area.

Esthy also explained that in 2010, Indonesia received seven million tourists visit and 17 percent of whom are Muslim.

“With more active promotion on sharia tourism, Muslim tourist arrival is expected to rise to 20 - 25 percent in 2014-2015,” she said.

Sharia Tourism can be defined as an

activity that is supported by a wide range of facilities and services provided by communities, businesses, governments, and local governments comply with sharia.

Sharia tourism has the characteristics of tourism products and services that are universal, and the existence can be utilized by many people.

Tourism products and services and tourist destinations in the sharia tourism is equal to the products, services and destinations of tourism in general as longs as it is not in conflict with the values and ethics of sharia. So, it is not limited to religious tourism only.

Although it is considered left behind compared to general tourism, the government expects sharia tourism to become a trend. As a simple example of supporting sharia tourism is by providing a convenient place of worship, such as in Thailand or other countries, which have implemented this concept first. ( bowo )

Bali Sets Target Three Million Foreign Tourists in 2014

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ali Provincial Government is targeting the number of foreign tourist arrival to the island at three million people in 2014 to adjust to the political conditions of the coming year.

“In 2014, we can not expect more than three million due to 2014 is the political year. So, I assume, we will be busy with the general election, “said the Governor of Bali, Made Mangku Pastika.

According to Pastika, although faced with the constraints of political year, Bali Government still expects the target to be achieved.

Pastika is optimistic to achieve the target for 2014 Bali is still chosen as the

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Mangku Pastika

venue for several international conferences, such as the World Cardiologists Conference that will be attended by about 3,000 participants in April.

On the other hand, Pastika considers that Balinese people have the high spirit of “menyamabraya” or brotherhood and they realize that tourism industry requires positive atmosphere. “I don’t think anyone would want to make riot in Bali if they love Bali,” he said.

Pastika, who is also former police chief of Bali expects political party leaders and community leaders can continue to draw a soothing atmosphere in this political year.

When compared to the target of Bali

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foreign tourists visit in 2013, which was 3.1 million people, the target in 2014 is slightly decline. “However, this year’s visit is definitely better than 2012 because a lot of international events will be held on the island. When combined with domestic tourist visit, tourist arrival to Bali reached a total of 10 million people,” he said.

For 2014, Pastika predicted that there will not be much difference to 2013, which is about three million foreign tourists and seven million domestic tourists. Based on data from the Bali Provincial Tourism Office, foreign tourist visit to Bali from January to November 2013 reached 2,979,517. (*)

News PT Indonesia Infrastructure Finance (IIF) is one of the government-appointed consultants to develop infrastructure in the country. Until now, the Ministry of Transportation is requesting IIF to provide consultation on private parties which are ready to manage the airports in the country.

IIF President Director, Kartika Wirjoatmodjo said that until now there are 38 investors who want to manage airports in Indonesia and 12 of them are foreign investors. They are keen to manage airports in the areas that invited many tourists.

“The twelve foreign investors, I assume they are interested in managing airports related to the tourism sector such as Komodo and Wakatobi. One-third of foreign investors who are interested in this project come from Europe. They are still looking for the appeal and advantages in managing 10 airports in the country,” he said.

He said further that investors are still discussing this by providing input and ideas. The plan is that private parties will offer airport operations management. In addition, the investor also wants to develop 10 third grade airports.

“The building has already existed so that only operational maintenance required and the development and the addition of the terminal,” he said.

As reported earlier, Deputy Minister of Transportation Bambang Susantono mentioned that there are 10 airports managed by the private sector. They are Raden Intan II Airport (Lampung), Mutiara (Palu), Sultan Baabullah (Ternate), Komodo (Labuan Bajo), Sentani (Jayapura), Tjilik Riwut (Palangkaraya), Juwata (Tarakan), Fatmawati (Bengkulu), Hananjoeddin (Tanjung Pandan) and Matahora (Wakatobi). (*)

2014 Filled by Political MICE Agenda will be more and more airlines opening new routes, as well as the opening of new airports in the regions. “This could increase the number of foreign and domestic tourists,” she added.

Regarding the election, she is sure that it will not make foreign tourist hesitate coming to Indonesia, given that there were not any history in Indonesia that the country’s election led to riots.

“General elections can actually increase domestic tourism trips because there will be many meetings held in the cities throughout Indonesia and hotels will be full of MICE (Meeting, Incentive, Conference, Exhibition) events,” she explained.

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12 Foreign Investors Interested in Managing Airport

Working on Asia Pacific markets Yanti Sukamdani

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ndonesian Tourism Promotion Board (BPPI) is optimistic that the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf) will achieve the target of 9.2 million foreign tourist visits next year. Although admittedly, there will be several challenges to achieve it such as the General Election 2014 and the month of fasting (Ramadhan).

In 2014, it is not only the general election that can be a challenge to achieve the target of 9.2 million foreign tourist visits. “In 2014, the month of fasting falls in July, and it is the peak season. It can be a challenge to increase the number of tourists,” said Yanti Sukamdani, Chairman of the BPPI. Still, she is optimistic that the fasting month that falls during peak season will not affect much on tourist visit. “Hopefully, the hotel occupancy rate is still high despite the fasting month falls during the peak season,” she added.

Moreover, in 2014, she said, there

China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, and Germany become the priority of Indonesian tourism promotional activities conducted by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf) in 2014. The same thing is also done by Indonesian Tourism Promotion Board (BPPI), only with a slightly different goal. “ For next year, we will prioritize the promotion to China and South Korea, but we’ll take the secondary cities,” said Yanti.

BPPI will not only promote Indonesia to the main cities in China and South Korea, such as Beijing, Shanghai, or Guangzhou, but to other cities in the surrounding areas. “We take the Secondary Cities. For South Korea, instead of Seoul, we are going to visit Busan, as the secondary city, “said Yanti.

This is done to increase the variety of travelers in addition to increasing the number of tourists who will come to Indonesia. For the next year, Kemenparekraf is targeting tourist arrivals of 9.2 million people. (bowo)

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Archipelago International to Prepare 2000 Job Opportunities in Bali

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s one of the companies that provide employment opportunities and training in Indonesia, Archipelago International plans to create more than 2,000 new jobs in Bali in 2014.

It will also provide thousands of hours of training to employees along with the growing number of employees.

As of November 2013, Archipelago International has provided employment opportunities to 1,558 people in 18 hotels and villas on the island of Bali. For the record, where in 2013 (January-November) Archipelago International has been providing jobs to 550 people in Bali, and has conducted training for 115,8411. 49 hours to all employees, with an average of 4 hours of training per person a month.

It shows that the development of employee capabilities also come to our attention as well as attract many prospective workers who want to join, until recently the number of applicants to join has reached 3,800 people.

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Taking into account the future development and to support the Indonesian economy, Archipelago International will provide more opportunities to work in Bali.

In 2014, the number of employment opportunities that will be offered in Bali is as much as 1,890 jobs (including change of employee and new employee search for 13 new hotels), so hopefully by the end of the year, the number of employment opportunities will reach 3,448. Preparation training will be increased to 4-6 hours of training per month per person, which will reach 248 256 hours of training in a year.

Every employee who works at the hotel and villas in Bali Archipelago International network will not only receive a thorough training, but also receive an award at work. All employees will get revenue in accordance with their respective areas of work and will receive additional revenue from service charges.

It results in the increase of income with an average of 3 times higher than employ-

ees who work in the field other than hospitality, as well as some of the other facilities provided by Archipelago. In addition, another advantage received by employees is that they are going to be given training that includes English language skills and knowledge development, wearing proper uniform at work, getting meal facility that is guaranteed and health insurance.

Archipelago International is one of the leading hotel operators in Indonesia with a portfolio of more than 70 hotels and 12,000 rooms, and more than 90 properties under development in Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia.

Archipelago International operates several hotels with under the brands of Grand Aston Hotel, Aston, Aston City, Alana, Harper, Quest, favehotels, NEO and Kamuela, which offers a selection of luxury villas with private pools to apartments and economy class hotels with selected service. Thus Indonesian tourists can enjoy the largest and most complete hotel chain in the country. ( * )

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1,700 Participants from 9 Countries to Join WAI - ASPAC

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his year, Indonesia will participate in an international sporting event Wonderful Adventure Indonesia: Asia Pacific Hash, 2014 (WAI - ASPAC).

This event will take place in Bali and East Nusa Tenggara, precisely in Labuan Bajo and Komodo Island.

WAI - ASPAC will be held on 10 to 13 May 2014. Until now, approximately 1,700 participants have registered. They are from Australia, Britain, Brunei, China, the Netherlands, Germany, India, Japan and New Zealand.

Sport featured in this event is hash. It is searching for traces sport that combines running and walking activities in the countryside and mountains. The participants will perform these activities while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Bali and Labuan Bajo.

These places have been specifically

chosen as the venue for the event in order to promote tourism in both areas. “We want to promote tourism in Bali and Beyond, introduce other destinations than Bali,” said Mari Elka Pangestu, Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy.

“It would be fun to hold a sporting event in tourist area and the effect could make the area better known by tourists,” she added.

In Bali, WAI - ASPAC will take place in Sangeh, Tampak Siring and Goa Lawah (Bat Cave). Then the activity will be continued to Labuan Bajo and Komodo Island, East Nusa Tenggara.

Previously, in 2012, a similar event was held at Borobudur Temple. “Sporting event like this is something Indonesian could do, because Indonesia have many spots for sport tourism,” said Mari.

On the same occasion, Director of Special Interest Tourism, Conventions, Incentives, and Event Development Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, Achyaruddin said that various things owned by Indonesia are able to become a “magnet” for tourist visit, both local and foreign such as during the implementation of Borobudur Interhash 2012.

According to Mari, the participants who join the cross-country event (hash) come from various countries. They are amazed by the structure of Indonesian geography.

“The hashers (hash participants) want to come if there is a magnet,” said Achyar.

“Our culture is admired worldwide.

Borobudur has successfully made the participants amazed by its architecture and stunning nature of Bali and Flores will absolutely do even more,” she added. ( eka )

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Panorama Tours Achieved ITTA

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anorama Tours achieved the Indonesia Travel and Tourism Awards (ITTA) for the sixth time for the category of Indonesia’s Leading Corporate Travel Agent .

Richardo Sitorus as Head of Corporate Call Centre Panorama Tours represented in the awards reception held at the Ritz Carlton Hotel, Mega Kuningan - Jakarta on December 16, 2013.

“It is certainly something that we’re proud of for successfully achieved the ITTA award 6 times in a row. ITTA has become one of our benchmarks to contribute in the tourism industry,” said Richardo Sitorus. “ We continue improving the quality of service not merely for Corporate Market, but also fore our retail market, both in Indonesia and abroad,” he added.

Meanwhile, the other pillar of Panorama Group also won a number of awards in the ITTA Awards 2013/2014, Panorama Destinasi won the category of Leading Inbound Travel Agent, and the White Horse Group, won the category of Indonesia Leading Coach/Bus Company.

Panorama Tours is a subsidiary of Panorama Travel & Leisure Group, a management company of tour and travel operator, which has won many awards from both private and government, and is growing rapidly in the last two decades.

With services that include management of business and tour travel, corporate incentive tours, travel documents and visas arrangement to tour and travel business franchise, Panorama Tours provide any solution for the travelers of business and retail segments.

Panorama Tours have hundreds of travel consultant and not less than 100 points of sales spread throughout Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Beijing and France that are ready to assist local and expatriate customers, while Panorama World offers tour and travel business franchise for business enthusiasts in this field. (*)

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News Garuda Indonesia airline finally serves pioneer flight.

The move is taken by the state -owned enterprise after obtaining permission from the State Enterprises Minister Dahlan Iskan, Minister of Transportation, EE Mangindaan and supported by Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Mari Elka Pangestu to come in and serve the routes of pioneer flight.

Garuda Indonesia

to Serve Pioneer Flight As the initial phase, Garuda opens four pioneering flight route in eastern Indonesia. Selected routes are also the most sought after routes by tourists, so it is quite potential. The routes are Denpasar - Labuan Bajo – Ende, and Denpasar - Bima - Mataram. The next two routes are Denpasar - Labuan Bajo – Tambolaka and Denpasar - Mataram – Bima, which were opened last December 20, 2013.

To prepare these pioneer routes, Garuda Indonesia ordered 35 ATR 72-600 turboprop aircraft ‘Explore’ from ATR, a FrenchItaly cooperative aircraft industry. The purchase consists of 25 aircraft with a status of “firm order” and 10 aircraft with a status

of “option”. Two aircraft arrived in November and December this year, and the rest will come gradually until 2017. “ The ATR 72-600 is the most convenient advanced aircraft in its class,” said President Director of Garuda Indonesia Emirsyah Satar.

The aircraft is specially designed for short-distance route and areas difficult to reach by a large-body aircraft. The capacity is for 70 passengers and the aircraft is specially ordered by Garuda to serve pioneer routes because it can reach the small airport that has a runway less than 1,600 meters and the travel distance is less than 900 Nautical Mile (Nm). ( * )

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Cruise Ship Visit to Indonesia Show Promising Prospect

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oreign flagged cruise ship visiting Indonesia over the past four years shows encouraging trend.

PT Pelabuhan Indonesia III (Persero) recorded that every year there is an increase in cruise ship visits to ports managed by the State-Owned Enterprises.

In 2010, there were 57 cruise ships coming, 76 ships in 2011 and 92 ships in 2012. “In 2013 it was recorded there were at least 116 cruise ships that come

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into port managed by the PT Pelindo III or an increase of 26 % compared to 2012,” said Head of Public Relations of PT Pelindo III Edi Priyanto.

Port that most frequently visited by luxury cruise ships is Benoa harbor in Bali. It is followed by Lembar Harbor in Lombok and Tanjung Emas Harbor in Semarang.

“The three ports are tourist areas. In Bali, cruise ship passengers usually visit Kuta Beach and other famous tourist destinations. While in Semarang, they visit Borobudur Temple and in Lombok Gili Trawangan Beach,” said Edi. Of the total ship cruise ships call in 2013, Benoa Harbor in Bali is a favorite

place for cruise operators which have recorded as many as 41 cruise ships docked at the harbor with the number of passengers reached 41 650 people.

The next is Lembar harbor, West Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara with as many as 25 cruise ships carrying as many as 27 554 tourists and Tanjung Emas, Semarang, Central Java, with 19 cruise ships carrying at least 13 390 foreign tourists. “ Although still relatively lagging behind Singapore and Australia as a cruise ship port of origin, the improvement in the number of cruise ship visits to Indonesia these days should be appreciated,” said Edi.( * )

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Indonesian to Promote Culinary Icons in Vakantibeurs

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t least 30 Indonesian traditional culinary icons were introduced in the Vakantiebeurs tourism exhibition held in the Jaarbeurs Utrecht, Netherlands from 14 to 19 January.

“Indonesian pavilion presents a special culinary stand which is used for culinary demonstrations and displays typical Indonesian cuisine such as rendang, maranggi satay, Balinese wrapped satay and Roast Chicken with Rojak Seasoning,” said Deputy Director of tourism promotion overseas territory of Europe, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, Agustini Rahayu.

Vakantiebeurs is the largest international tourism market in the Netherlands. In 2009, Indonesia became a partner country to provide an opportunity for the industry, especially tourism, travel trade, hotelier, airlines around the world to develop new business relationships in the field of tourism.

“The Netherlands is one of the countries in Europe, which have historical and cultural ties with Indonesia. No wonder that there are so many Dutch tourists travel to Indonesia,” she explained.

Dutch tourists visiting Indonesia has fluctuated from year to year. In January-August 2013, the number of

tourists from the Netherlands reached 101, 735 people or up by 2.14 percent from 2012 amounted to 99, 601.

The target tourists from the Netherlands in 2013 was 185, 000 people, while in 2012 reached 147, 704 tourists. In 2014, the target set is 190,000 tourist arrivals from the Netherlands.

She said that the Indonesian pavilion’s theme is “Phinisi & Culinary” and located in Hall 4 No. C 066.

Tourism industries that promote tourism in Indonesia are Smaragd Reizen, Adventure Sumatra, Antar Anda Tour, Dari- Java Indonesia Travel, Sunda Trails, Bali Exotic Holidays, Tari Travel, Domestic Asia, Budi Tours (PT Asli Budi Tours & Travel), Synergi Ravelino Tour & Travel, Panorama Destination, Happy Holiday, Aerowisata, Pure Travel, and Buitenzorg Reizen.

In Indonesia Pavilion, Media workshop was also held for two hours with 100 invited Dutch and international journalists at Juliana Restaurant, Amsterdamsestraatweg Utrecht.

Trade Day Networking was also held by inviting 50 travel operators who faithfully help bringing Dutch tourists to Indonesia. Art performances and Solo Batik Carnival were also held. ( * / ant )

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Sumbawa – Denpasar :

TransNusa’s New Route

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ransNusa Aviation, the national airline opens new route Denpasar - Sumbawa and Sumbawa - Denpasar. The new route is expected to be good news for people who have a business need or want to take a holiday to Bali and Sumbawa.

The premier flight from Sumbawa to Denpasar and vice versa has been started on Wednesday (8/1). “On the flight, 70 percent of the total 52 seats available were filled,” said Chief Representative of Sumbawa TransNusa Jaya Purnama at Sultan Kaharuddin Airport, Sumbawa.

Public is very excited to welcome new routes of Sumbawa - Denpasar and vice versa. The new routes will be served three times a week on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday with the flight schedule of Denpasar – Sumbawa at around 09.00 am and Sumbawa - Denpasar at 12:40 pm.

“We open the new routes as a response to public demand, especially passengers who have commercial or business interests in addition to TransNusa support for tourism development and investment in Sumbawa,” said Jaya.

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The opening of the new route is part of the company’s contribution to regional development, since there is no doubt that one of the factors that motivate investments is the availability of adequate and representative air transport services, he said.

It is expected that in the future due to the high demand, the route will be served everyday in addition to the Sumbawa Lombok and Lombok - Sumbawa that has been operating for quite some times. “Of course the consequence is the need of additional fleet,” Jaya said.

The existence of TransNusa especially in Tana Samawa always have the support of local communities and the government for the improvement of the area. “The more people know about these services, we are optimistic that more and more business people or investors visit and invest in this area,” he said.

Ticket fare for the new route Denpasar - Sumbawa and Sumbawa - Denpasar is IDR 468,000 at the lowest. However, TransNusa offers a surprise for all routes with IDR 89,999 promotional fares. Purchasing of tickets through this program

has been opened since last December 20, 2013 and available until February 16.

“The ticket fare is applicable for all routes, including the route of Denpasar - Sumbawa and vice versa. It is a great opportunity for people to enjoy our flight service using Fokker 50 aircraft. The flight takes approximately 50 minutes,” said Jaya.

PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri, usually shortened to TransNusa, is a domestic airline, which serves the area of East Indonesia, especially Nusa Tenggara and southern parts of Sulawesi.

The main base of this airline is at the El Tari Airport, Kupang and was launched in August 2005 serving passengers to a variety of destinations from Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara with aircraft leased from Pelita Air Service and Trigana Air Service.

August 2011, TransNusa received its own air operator certificate (AOC) and permit for scheduled commercial flight.

And then the airline is starting to serve flight to Sumbawa by opening the route of Sumbawa – Lombok since 2008.

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June 2014, Tour de Singkarak

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years, in 2009, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy and the Government of West Sumatra Province and 4 regencies and cities in West Sumatra are finally able to realize the first Tour de Singkarak.

Meanwhile, West Sumatra Governor Irwan Prayitno said the rapid development going on Tour de Singkarak since the first year to the fifth year of implementation, has led to a positive impact in many fields.

This tour has become a platform and a fantastic way to promote West Sumatra internationally. Tour de Singkarak 2014, the society and government of West Sumatra province are ready to be a good host for the entire cycling athletes, Officials and the entire organizing committee as well as domestic and foreign tourists who will come to West Sumatra.

In the field of cycling, Tour de Singkarak has now become one of the international sporting events in Indonesia that provides not only a positive impact,

of one of the parties who appeared in the news media these days, such as the one saying that TDS 2013 was held in the 2.1 class. That is totally wrong!

It is further emphasized that the success of Tour de Singkarak, which idea and concept was originally proposed by Nirwandar as Marketing Director General of the Ministry of Tourism and Culture in 2009, is the result of hard work from many parties and people of West Sumatra, not by individual.

Sapta is so grateful when the initial presentation of this idea in 2009 was greeted with enthusiasm by the Governor of West Sumatra, Gamawan Fauzi. In two

but also inspiration for the emergence of various other international cycling races in various regions in Indonesia. The national athletes and coaches acknowledge that Tour de Singkarak has established itself as a venue and event evaluation of the performance of athletes as well as training place with full of challenge and competitive opponents.

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he grand sports tourism cycling event in Indonesia, the Tour de Singkarak will enter its 6th edition this 2nd to 10th June 2014, as noted in the schedule of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Road Calendar 2013-2014 Season. (www. uci.ch).

The annual international event that combines sport and tourism anticipates various improvements in its implementation. Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy together with and the Government of West Sumatra Province and the event organizers are preparing physical survey agendas and initial coordination meeting as strategic steps for the preparation of the event.

Deputy Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sapta Nirwandar as Executive Chairman Tour de Singkarak as well as the initiator of the event said, “With a number of considerations, TDS 2014 is implemented in class 2.2. We would like to straighten out a number of statements

History of Tour de Singkarak Tour de Singkarak has become an annual international cycling event in West Sumatra. Even TDS also had gone up in the ranking of cycling race to 2.2. There

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is Still Held in 2.2 Class

Sapta Nirwandar

are a number of names that cannot be separated from the history of the early implementation of Tour de Singkarak.

At that time, Deputy Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy (now Director General of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism) Sapta Nirwandarwho has the idea to hold a cycling race discussed it with the former Regent of Solok Gusmal, former Governor Gamawan Fauzi, former Deputy Governor Marlis Rahman, former Head of Culture and Tourism Office of West Sumatra James Hellyward and Head of Sub Directorate Sumatra Region Raseno Arya.

The discussion was resulted in the project of Tour de Singkarak. Previously, the name given was Tour de Danau Kembar (Twin Lake) for it was held to strengthen the Twin Lakes Festival, which became an annual event in Solok since 2006. But the name chosen is Tour de Singkarak. “The lake view is very charming and perfect to be set as the venue of cycling race,” said Sapta Nirwandar in 2009.

Minister Culture and Tourism at that time, Jero Wacik signed the agreement to make Tour de Singkarak as one of the international sporting events for the promotion of tourism in West Sumatra.

But the most encouraging was the statement of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism regarding the budget allocation for TdS for five consecutive years. “After that we will submit to the event organizer and assisted by the Provincial Government and Regency / City in mutual help, especially for the provision of infrastructure,” said Minister Wacik five years ago.

The result is encouraging and since its first implementation 2009, TdS received praise from international cycling organizations (Union Cycliste International). TdS is considered a success in terms of implementation. This makes this race as one of the official cycling championships in the International Cycling Union 2.2 grade Asian Tour. So in addition to the support from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Indonesia, Tour de Singkarak is also strengthened by the support of the provincial budget and the county or city whose land is passed by the participants. ( bowo ) 19 | Paradiso January - February, 2014

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asola is etymologically derived from ‘pahola’ (the prefix pa expressing reciprocity, + hola, an unpointed wooden spear). Thus, pasola means throwing holas (solas) at each other. (The sound ‘h’ is interchangeable with ‘s’, thus pahola means the same as pasola).The pasola is performed by people who ride their stallions at a full gallop on a strip of land, the performers being males representing two blocks or groups whose spearmanship and horsemanship have been put to the test.What is of interest in the game of pasola is that at the end of the games no one group is declared winner or loser.

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The objective to be gained from the game of Pasola * skill in wielding a hole and hitting a target (kenangu lima), * agility in evading a hit from the opponent (pengupapaheili).

All this means that participants in the game will do his utmost to improve his skill at throwing the hola and to be agile in evading hits in order that may be called the Star of the Arena by his fans.The pasola is in essence the climax to all the activities that are part and parcel of the pesta ‘nyale’ (Nyale feast). This feast has a historical background. It serves to allay he gloom cast by severance of the marriage of one of their ancestors, as the legend goes.

THE SITE OF THE PASOLA WANOKAKA The site of the Pasola Wanokaka is about 17 kilometers to the south of Waikabubak, the capital, on spacious piece of ground at Lahi Hagalang, sub-regency Walakaka. The location is surrounded by hills with old villages on top of them, on a hill slope that is packed with history and remains of the past, well formed in the form of joglo houses with tall roofs This site is justly designated as the arena to test the skill and agility of the brave males of the land of Pasola Wanokaka and to entertain those who enjoy the game.The location is accessible by two-wheel and four-wheel vehicles.

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HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF THE PASOLA The legend of the people of Wanokaka in the village of Wai Wuanga goes that in olden days there were three brothers who were their ancestors. They were Ngongu Tau Wuanga, Yogi Waikareri and Ubu Dulla, who told the people of their intention of sailing for the islet of Salura to catch fish. Ubu Dulla, who is the central figure in the legend, lived at Wai Tena, the central part of the village of Wai Wangu. Having waited very long for the return of the three brothers, the people of Wai Wuangi became restless and panicked.

They looked for the three along the seashore, but all their efforts were in vain.

At long last they came to the conclusion that their three leaders had died. Ubu Dulla had a wife whose beauty was known far and wide. Feeling low and

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dejected, the wife, Rabu Kaba, went to the beach everyday to wait for her husband’s return. One day Rabu Kaba saw a sampan approaching and entering the port of Pahiwi. She was filled with bliss, thinking that it was her husband who had at last come back. To her great disappointment, it was not her husband who came ashore but Teba Raya, a man from the village of Tahiku (in the sub-regency of Kodi). Rabu Kaba was filled with consternation and was ashamed, and Teba Raya quickly. By the tenderest of means he managed to steal her heart. In the end a warm love grew between them. The people of Wai Wuangu, however, did not approve of their love, consequently, they decided to elope.Not long after their elopement, Ubu Dulla unexpectedly arrived back at the village with his brothers. Having been informed of his wife s elopement with Teba Raya to Kodi, Ubu Dulla went to Kodi accompanied by his brothers.

After a series of negotiations, it was decided that the marriage between Teba Raya and Rabu Kaba should be confirmed according to existing traditional laws.Teba Rava was obliged to repay to Ubu Dulla everything that the latter had paid for his former wife, among others: a number of horses (jara), water buffaloes (karabau), one gold piece of

mamuli, one Maraga of gold, one Tabelu of gold, one sword (pahori), several spears and machetes, and a bundle of Nyale as a token of the right to catch Nyale and to perform the Pasola at Ubu Dulla’s request.With reference to the right to catch Nyale and the per- form the Pasola, Ubu Dulla was required to fulfill certain conditions.On the basis of the legend, the village of Wai Wuangu and the people of Wanokaka observe the Wulla Nyale and hold the Nyale feast every year.

ACTIVITIES IN THE LEAD UP TO THE PASOLA When the Wulla Nyale arrives, all villagers in Wanokaka are obliged to refrain from doing certain things, such as bewailing a dead person, shouting for joy. sounding of gongs, wearing cricket

progress reports made by each clanhouse on the Pasola preparations, and also prediction of events that will occur during the Pasola.

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bells. wearing clothes or dresses that catch the eyes.When the full moon comes, a priest (Rato) retires into himself to pray to the gods, invoking the most favorable time to start the catching of Nyale and the Pasola festivities.

Two days prior to the Pasola festivities, on the Wai Tena beach a fish-fight contest (traditional) is staged, which is preluded by narrating of the Rabu Kaba legend. At about 3 o’clock in the morning, a priest initiates the Nyalewelcoming ceremony and procession to the beach where the Pasola is to take place.In the meantime, there are

Six days after the full moon comes the long-awaited moment signaled by the beat of a drum in the village center which announces to all the villagers that the Pasola will soon start. In the game of Pasola, hundreds of braves take part; the participants divide themselves into two camps. the Upper village and the lower village camps.

Before the Pasola starts, the high priest (Ratu Bakul) says something by way of reminding the participants of the rules of the game, a/o.: both ends of the hola (wooden spear) must be blunt; the hola is to be thrown, not thrust; unhorsed participants (thrown from a horse’s back) must in no way be attacked; an attack must be made

in groups; defeat should be accepted ungrudgingly (Be a good loser!).The High Priest then withdraws from the arena; two other priests (representing each camp) come forward and throw each other a hola as a signal that the game may begin. In a matter of seconds, choice stallions from both camps swarm the arena, each of the riders picking their preys from among the opposing camp and hurling their holas at them.The ‘battle’ becomes more and more violent when spectators and supporter cheer the fighters.

If there are many causalities, the High Priest will enter the arena and raise his hola as a signal that the game of Pasola must be ended, then mutters a prayer asking the gods to restore the causalities to a good condition. On the other hand, if there are no (serious) causalities, the pasola may go or, until late afternoon without any breaks.

After the pasola, the fighters return to their villages to be welcomed as heroes. ***

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Destination Photo by Raymond Lesmana

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talo where you can take a ferry boat direct to Wakai. Wakai is the biggest vuillage in the area and where the most supplies are delivered to, there are guest houses and resorts in Wakai if you wish to make Wakai as your base station to visit the other surrounding islands.

There are 6 resorts in Togean islands mostly manage and own by locals with profesional services. Although power supply has not been fully supported to the area the nature has given more than just an enchanting small island landscape but the fresh air generated by the surrounding trees manage to ease you along by day and by night - its really back to nature stage of life.

Beyond and in Wakai you will be pampered by nature, a waterfall is close by the village and at the near by islands you can find a cave, nonposionous Jelly Fish in Mariona Salt Water Lake, Manggrove conservation and of course beatuiful seascape all over the place.

Togean islands is really amusing, friendly people and sunshine 12 hours a day to rest you upon many white sandy beaches you can find, if you sail your own boat this is a place that you can enjoy for months.

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OGEAN Islands, consist of 66 islands and being a sub regency of Tojo Unauna regency at Central Sulawesi province.

There are more than 50 small villages spreading among those islands, beside the so - known as the origin of Togean people who live in Togean and Batudaka Island the rest of the communities are Bajo people or known in the world as Sea Gypsy.

Togean islands located at Tomini Bay almost in the center of 2000m’ deep surrounding water, Togean islands it self has an average of 60 - 100 depth of remarkable base of corals and many species of marine biotas. This geographical condition has also generated Togean being part of the Coral Triangle Conservation zone in Indonesia.

There are two access to visit Togean islands at the moment, one you can first go to Palu by flight then take a land trip to Ampana which is the capital cioty of Tojo Unauna regency. A direct flight to Ampana will be initiated this year of 2014 as the airport is being constructed.. From Ampana you can easily find local boat transfer to the islands. The other passage is from Goron-

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TOGEAN

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is located in a huge bay of Tomini within a 2000 m’ deep sea and not a circumnavigation zone, boat trafficing in the area only few boats compare to the area itself. Only a small community of people live there because its mostly a conservation zone.

This part of Coral Triangle Zone is really a pareadise Above and Under the water, clarity of 25m’ down and an 180 degree landscape without any concrete buildings but green mountainous area, what else that anyone can expect? And you can enjoy the sunrise in the morning while in the same day you will also respect the suncet.(Raymon Lesmana*)

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Photo by Raymond Lesmana

If you are a diver or even a profesional master diver, Togean’s under water beauties is not only beautiful but also challenging. From .50 m’ depth all the way to 100 m’ down, a vertical drop or just a lonesome sloope. too many things to be described about Diving in Togean.

And the other challenge is not just that, you will be challenged to find a new places, unique or endemic spacies. Master Divers and Personal Pairing are available in every Dive Center, you may ask for anything regarding Togean’s underwater beauty and they will serve you professionally.

Please be informed that Togean

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Photo by Raymond Lesmana

Diving is the best attraction of the area there are more than 200 dive spots of many categories such as Wall, Current, Wreck, Macro or just snorkeling.

Event Indonesian artist Jayanto Damanik, his work have been selected and shown for Crossing Boundaries, A Celebration of Contemporary Asian Australian Art at Sydney Town Hall, Australia with 40 other international artists, curatorial by Director of Cultural Partnerships Australia, Catherine Croll.

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Indonesian Artist in Australia In these exhibition, Jayanto Damanik created “Conversations” with a remarkably beautiful and delicate installation made of used tea bags represent to his childhood memory, and “every tea bag in these installation, tells a story of daily life’s grievances and joys” he said. He began collecting tea bags since 1997.

And also video work “Born as a Wooden Horse” collaboration with Mayu Kanamori responds to diaspora multicultural Asian Australian which had a powerful massages and touchy subject. “I had to record it twice” he said, as he was very nervous to speak up.

However, the video project is beautifully done.

Jayanto Damanik was born in Dolok Masihul, Indonesia and arrived in Sydney, Australia in 1997.

Jayanto graduated from Sydney Gallery School of Fine Arts and his works have been selected in numerous art prizes and festivals. He attended his first residency in Red Gate Beijing, China. His solo exhibition in February 2014 of tea bags installation will help at NG ART POP-UP Gallery – Sydney. Jayanto will attend his second residency in Bali to collaboration with Balinese’s artists. Jayanto currently lives and works in Sydney, Australia. He continues to exhibit his work at national and international venues exploring topics of culture identity.

Exhibition detail: Crossing Boundaries 2014 Sydney Town Hall (Lower) January 22nd – February 9th 2014 Open 12 noon until 8pm (Closing at 5pm on Feb 2nd) http://jayantodamanikart.blogspot.com.au/ http://catherinecroll.com/crossing-boundaries/ http://www.sydneychinesenewyear.com/festival-program/crossingboundaries

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Dian Pelangi to Present ‘Royal Kingdom of Indonesia’ in London

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(left to right) Esthy Reko Astuti, Harry Waluyo, Sapta Nirwandar, Dian Pelangi and Dewi Sandra

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uslim fashion designer Dian Wahyu Pelangi or commonly called Dian Pelangi gets the opportunity to introduce her new fashion design into the international community. Dian has been confirmed to appear in the event ‘Haute Arabia High Tea 2014’ to be held on January 17, 2014 at The Bulgari Hotel, 171 Knightsbridge, London.

“I am very grateful to represent Indonesia at this event. Muslim fashion can no longer be underestimated for the demand is increasing and the development of Muslim wear in the world needs to be taken seriously,” said Dian Dian Pelangi during a press conference of From Indonesia to the World in Sapta Pesona Building, Central Jakarta recently.

Dian Pelangi, who gets support from the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, is planning to bring her 15 latest Muslim fashion collection to London. “The concept of 15 Muslim wears brought to London is the ‘Royal Kingdom of Indonesia.’ I combine the design of the royal kingdom of Srivijaya in Sumatra and in Java and Bali,” she said.

In addition to Dian, 12 designers from various countries also showcase their collection in the event. For presenting first-class Muslim fashion collection, Dian admitted that she spent quite a lot of time. Dian must complete 15 Muslim fashion designs that will be shown at the event which will be at-

is not only for Muslims. The fact is that many non - Muslim people wear Muslim clothing and wear hijab to protect them from cold.

Sapta also explained that with her great potential Dian Pelangi could be a designer as famous as Dior. “I think Dian could be like Dior for she has great design and willing to accept challenge, “Sapta said.

Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy feel optimistic that Indonesia can be the center of world Moslem Wear in 2020 because it has advantages over products of other countries.

tended by the VVIP and VIP guests from London and the Middle East, the nobles, fashion bloggers, artists and international media.

“The collection that will be showcased in London was made exclusively in two months with great detail. We use high quality materials from Indonesia and we even use gold thread. We really want to show high end Muslim fashion,” she explained.

‘Haute Arabia High Tea 2014 ‘ is a tea party featuring a fashion show of Muslim designers from around the world that based in London. A total of 12 have confirmed to take part in the event, including Dian Pelangi, who is also the only designer from Indonesia chosen to participate in this prestigious event.

World Muslim Fashion Center Deputy Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Sapta Nirwandar said that Indonesia’s target to become the center of Muslim fashion needs support because market of Moslem wear is so big if based on the total population of Muslims all over the world that reached 1.6 billion people.

“We do not need to be afraid to compete with foreign Muslim clothing because we have high competitive advantage in terms of colors and distinctive design touches,” he said.

Sapta reminded the local designers to think broader that Muslim wear today

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The Biggest Underwater Photography Contest in Indonesia Exhibited

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inister of Tourism and Creative Economy Mari Elka Pangestu officially opened the photo exhibition that displayed photos taken during the Indonesia World Underwater Photo Contest (IWUPC).

The photography exhibition was held for four days on 9 to 12 January 2014 in the Moulin Rounge Hall, Grand Indonesia, Jakarta. In the event was announced 27 photos chosen as winners in the various categories: Best of Show, Basic Compact, Compact Plus Wide, Compact Plus Macro, Wide DSLR, DSLR Macro, and top ten Junior Category.

“The work of photography as a creative economic products are very effective for promoting tourism attractions such as the best diving spots in Indonesia to the world and showcase our tourism excellence. It’s one of our goals to hold this contest,” said Mari Pangestu.

Mari said that through IWUPC it is expected that dive sites spread throughout the Indonesian archipelago known by international community and attract tourists to come. The expected impact is the improvement of the welfare of local people.

This is because Indonesia is a paradise for divers due to its rich and beautiful underwater potentials.

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IWUPC, which was the first time organized by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economyis an international contest which has a worldwide reputation. Therefore, the government provided huge prizes with a total of US$ 200 thousand.

“IWUPC is a race that aims to elevate the beauty of the Indonesia’s underwater to the paper and the preview screen, and we are very optimistic that this will be able to move diving tourism stakeholders throughout the Indonesian to work together to make Indonesia as the “Divers Heaven One Nation 2020” ,” said Director General of Tourism Destination Development Firmansayah Rahim.

The photography contest was held for 11 months from January to December 2013, with the largest location of the photo shoot that is across the waters and underwater of Indonesia and involves seven internationally renowned jury, namely: Alex Mustard (UK), Stephen Wong (Hong Kong), Matt Weiss (USA), Burt Jones (USA), David Espinosa (USA), Yoshi Hirata (Japan), and Keri Wilk (Canada).

Recorded until December 2013, the contest was attended by 403 participants with the total number of photos reached 2625. The jury then filtered

and chose as many as 186 photos as a nominations and in the final round as many as 27 photos designated as winners in the various categories consisted of 18 international and 9 Indonesian participants.

The contest has also successfully attracted diving tourists from various countries. In addition, as many as 178 Dive operators also participated in this photo contest to accompany participants together with local dive guides.

Participants must include verification of Dive Operators where they do the diving as evidence that the images were taken in the territorial waters of Indonesia.

Akhyaruddin, Director of Development of Special Interest Tourism, Conventions, Incentives and Events added that previously we do not have the data of Dive Operator and now there are 178 Dive Operators in the database of Kemenparekraf. They already meet the standards in all respects. Dive Operator is critical to the success of responsible and adequate diving attraction.

“With registered dive operators, then we have access to more complete mapping of diving spots. We can also do development, marketing and conservation actions,” he added.

From the results of this contest, Ke-

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menparekraf will evaluate as well as do the mapping of die sites, dive operators and the number of tourists who visited Indonesia with first motivation for diving. From these evaluations, the development and conservation measures will be designed. “ So that Indonesia not only a paradise for diving but have international standard in diving,� added Mari Pangestu.

The winners of the six categories contested, namely: Marco from Singapore for the category of Best of Show, Fendy Donsu from Indonesia for Basic Compact, James Mamoto from Indonesia for Compact Plus Wide, Marcus Commodore from Thailand for Compact Plus Marco, Thomas Haider of Austria for Wide DSLR, and Christian Jansen from the U.S. for the category of SLR Marco. ( bowo )

List of Winners and Prizes IWUPC 2013 : Best of Show Category

- Macro : Nelson NG ( USD 13,000 ) Singapore , location : Bunaken - Wide : Carlos Villoch ( USD 13,000 ) Spain , location : Indonesia ( live aboard )

Category : A1 - Basic Compact

1st Place : Fendy Donsu ( USD 10,000 ) Indonesia , location : Bunaken 2nd Place : Babatunde ( USD 6,500 ) England , location : Indonesia ( live aboard ) 3rd Place : Satoshi Ito ( USD 3,500 ) Japan , location : Bali Honor Champion 1 : Michael Waleleng ( USD 1,500 ) Indonesia , location : Bunaken Honor Champion 2 : Anne K. Adijuwono ( USD 1,000 ) Indonesia , location : Bali

Category : A2 - Compact Plus Wide

1st Place : James Mamoto ( USD 9,000 ) Indonesia , location : Bunaken 2nd Place : Alvin Ryan ( USD 5,500 ) Indonesia , location : Bali 3rd Place : Maite Uribarri ( USD 2,500 ) Spain , location : Indonesia ( live aboard ) Honor Champion 1 : Simon Buxton ( USD 1,500 ) Indonesia , location : Manado Honor Champion 2 : J. Thomas Satrio Utomo ( USD 1,000 ) Indonesia , location : Bali

Category: A3 - Compact Plus Macro Plus

1st Place : Marcus Commodore ( USD 9,000 ) of Thailand , location : Bangka , Lembeh 2nd Place : Will Clark ( USD 5,500 ) England , location : Bunaken , Bangka 3rd Place : Chris Kroll ( USD 2,500 ) Australia , location : Manado , Lembeh Honor Champion 1 : Randi ( USD 1,500 ) Indonesia , location : Lombok Honor Champion 2 : Swee Cheng Yap ( USD 1,000 ) Malaysia , location : Bunaken , Buyat

Category : B1 - DSLR WIDE

1st Place : Thomas Haider ( USD 12,000 ) Austria , location : Indonesia ( live aboard ) 2nd Place : Parnuphong Norasethkamol ( USD 7,500 ) of Thailand , location : Indonesia ( live aboard ) 3rd Place : Armin Keller ( USD 4,000 ) Germany , location : Raja Ampat Honor Champion 1 : Jeff Lemelin ( USD 1,500 ) USA , location : Raja Ampat Honor Champion 2 : Nadya Kulagina ( USD 1,000 ) Kazakh , location : Indonesia ( live aboard )

Category : B1 - DSLR Macro

1st Place : Christian Jensen ( USD 12,000 ) USA , location : Bunaken , Bangka , Sangihe , lembeh 2nd Place : Sofi Sugiharto ( USD 7,500 ) Indonesia , location : Manado , Bangka , lembeh 3rd Place : Jeff de Guzman ( USD 4,000 ) Australia , location : Manado , Bunaken , lembeh Honor Champion 1 : Alan lo ( USD 1,500 ) Hong Kong , location : Bunaken , Bangka , lembeh Honor Champion 2 : Wolfgang Poelzer ( USD 1,000 ) Austria , location : Indonesia ( live aboard )

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Spectacular

concert Sasando

“Sound from Rote Ndao“

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Indonesian Culture must always be appreciated so that it is not forgotten by the younger generation and continue to be preserved. In order to make it happen, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy ( Kemenparekraf ) held the WOW Concert 2013: Great Indonesian Songbook “ Sound from Rote Ndao “ .

Music of Sasando was beautifully played in Jakarta on Thursday ( 12/12/2013 ) night. It accompanied the concert of the Appreciation Night of Wonderful Indonesia. All melodious beauty was taken into concert, ranging from hundreds of Rote Ndao musicians to Sasando orchestra accompaniment.

WOW concert held at the Grand Ballroom of the Ritz - Carlton Jakarta , Pacific Place , was held in a collaboration of the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy and Marketeers to promote Sasando as a musical instrument from Rote Island , East Nusa Tenggara .

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“ Sasando is a unique musical instrument and there is only one in the world. Therefore, we should be proud and preserve it, “said Wamenparekraf Sapta Nirwandar when met after the WOW concert, Thursday ( 12/12/2013 ) night.

Sapta expects Sasando to be listed as UNESCO world heritage objects following angklung that has previously been registered in the list. “ NTT have Lake Kelimutu and Komodo as its point of attraction. Now we are trying to promote Sasando from Rote Island as another attraction of NTT, “ he explained .

The event was enlivened by the performance of David Naif , Lea simanjuntak , Monita Tahalea , Ivan Nestorman , and Dwiki Dharmawan and The Sasando Orchestra . They performed folk songs from Rote and other national songs . “It can be seen from the performance that Sasando is a unique

instrument. Although derived from NTT, but it can accompany songs from other areas , “ Sapta said .

The concert was also attended by Vice Governor of Jakarta Basuki Tjahaja Purnama ( Ahok ) . Ahok with Sapta Nirwandar was invited to sing in a Rote song by Ivan Nestorman . Ivan did not hesitate to give his microphone to Ahok and asked him singing together. “ Let’s get Ahok sing tonight , “ said Ivan as he stepped down from the stage approaching Ahok. “ Mogiee mogiee , “ said Ahok imitating the high-pitched song’s lyrics . Ahok’s performance had successfully drawn audiences’ laughter.

After Ahok , Ivan was giving the microphone to Sapta. “ Mogiee mogiee , “ said Sapta imitating the same song , and again accompanied by laughter from the audience . The event was also attended by invited guests from Melaka , Malaysia , Datuk Seri Idris Haron who was Chief Minister of Melaka . ( bowo )

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Popular Local Tourist Destinations in 2014

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global travel search site, Skyscanner, predicts a number of regions in Indonesia, which will begin to be a popular tourist destination of Indonesia in 2014.

Based on data from Skyscanner is known that there are ten local areas that will be popular in 2014 namely: Labuan Bajo (178 percent), Belitung ( 137 percent ) , Pontianak ( 44 per cent ) , Bandung ( 32 per cent ) , Malang ( 25 percent ) , Pangkal Pinang ( 23 percent ) , Mataram ( 23 percent ) , Bali , Tarakan and Bandar Lampung .

Skyscanner in a press release explaining domestic tourism will continue to grow,

especially on weekends. This is consistent with the integrated effort performed by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy to promote domestic travel which includes the construction of new airports and luxury hotels as supporters.

Preparations of events such as APEC Summit in Bali last October make progress in the development of infrastructure that provides better connections for travelers in the country to local tourist destinations that are worth a visit . The policy of the government and the provision of additional also encourage the movement of domestic tourists. ( * )

Foreign/er What does it mean to be a foreigner? Who determines what foreign is, and how different is the foreign from the local? This exhibition features works by two foreigners – one, a Westerner, fluent in Indonesian, and knowledgeable about many aspects both Balinese arts and culture, and the other, an Asian, but with no experience of Indonesia aside from the friendship of two Balinese artists. Each artist works in a completely different style to the other, and utilizes different media and techniques. But whose work will appear more ‘foreign’, or rather, foreign-er, to Indonesians?

AmmarinKuntawong (Arm) is a printmaker and professionally trained artist. While Arm is expert in many different styles of printmaking, his technique of choice is hard ground etching.

He produces dreamlike landscapes, entirely devoid of figures, yet somehow extremely alive. His work evokes feelings of the ancient Lanna kingdom, today the northwest region of Thailand, from which he comes.

Christopher Stern has no formal arts education, but has enjoyed sketching and designing for most of his life. With a background in Industrial Design, Chris came to Bali in 1998. In 1999 he opened galeri sembilan in Lodtunduh, Ubud, and through this experience became familiar with the work of many great Balinese

artists. He began painting full-time one year ago. Although still exploring style and subject matter, most of the works for this show consist of solitary figures of unusual attitude and demeanor.

Perhaps the only thread that ties the work of these two artists together, aside from their ‘foreign’-ness, is a degree of introspection and an uncanny access to unconscious thoughts and feelings. Both artists, Arm, through landscape, and Chris, through figures, present interior worlds which it is hoped will resonate at some deep level with the public.

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Maya Ubud Resort & Spa G

reen Globe Certification has re-certified Maya Ubud Resort & Spa for its sustainable operations and management for 2014 – 2015. The certification cemented the resort’s commitment to continually conduct business in a sustainable and responsible manner. Maya Ubud Resort & Spa aims to create and maintain the sector benchmark for environmentally responsible style and personal luxury, together with inspired service that exceeds guest expectations, with innovative management initiatives and a dedicated staff who take ownership

to create the ultimate atmosphere for relaxation, refreshment and renewal of our guests.

According to Maya Ubud Resort & Spa’s General Manager, Paul Blake, “Our management team and all our employees are firmly committed to our sustainable management program, to ensure the longevity of our business and together, preserve and enhance the beautiful of our surroundings”.

Maya Ubud’s Environmental Officer, Romy Anggara commented, “To be awarded Green Globe certification, the resort implemented a wide range of green practices in its daily opera-

tion, such as reusing linens, waste reduction and recycling, increasing energy efficiency, environmental education and community outreach. Over the course of two years, sufficient data has been compiled to demonstrate our consistent and on-going commitment to green initiatives, from the recycling of paper, waste water for irrigation, and even to establishing a spice and herb garden for use by the culinary department. Sustainable efforts were overseen by the Maya Ubud Green Team, who educate all departments on environmental practices”.

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en Ku, Japanese Food Restaurant at Patra Jasa Bali Resort & Villas proudly offers a new concept with a new wide selection of menu more than 50 varieties to fulfill an increasing demand of Japanese food enjoyment and experience also by tremendous numbers of Japanese guests staying at Patra Jasa Bali Resort & Villas.

With more competitive prices, Ten Ku Restaurant is a perfect venue to enjoy the best Japanese cuisine providing seductive ingredients with Asian twist on the island.

Ten Ku Restaurant has Teppanyaki, Sushi and Sashimi, Nabemono, Robatayaki counters and Japanese traditional Tatami style corners with beautiful interior design and settings overlooking dramatic ocean view, afternoon sunset and exotic ambiance serving lunch and dinner every day.

Ten Ku Restaurant is an ideal place

for hosting friends, family, relatives, a good reason to meet with business partners, couples requiring a romantic atmosphere and everybody who would like to have a new adventure in Japanese world of food.

Ten Ku’s well trained chefs with their extensive Japanese culinary experiences supported by genuine waiters and waitresses with their heartfelt services will ensure your culinary enjoyment throughout the day in a relaxed environment. Open daily from 11:00 to 22:00 located on 2nd floor at Patra Jasa Bali Resort & Villas.

For more information, please contact our receptionist at +62 361 9351161 extension 8636.

Wishing all the great success to Patra Jasa Bali Resort & Villas.

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The Leading Family Destination in Bali

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nterContinental Bali Resort is proud to be awarded as “Indonesia Leading Family Resort” by Indonesia Travel and Tourism Award (ITTA).

The Indonesia Travel and Tourism Award, a non-governmental award given to various tourism hospitality industries based on online voting, assessed by Binus Business School and judged by Board of Advisor ITTA 2013.

250 tourism hospitality industries were participated and competing for the title of leaders in the industry.

InterContinental Bali Resort as one of the leading family resort which provides a wide range of activities for both parents, teens and toddlers.

The kids club “Planet Trekkers” is structured as a mini-resort for children, which is a fully-supervised and secured zone with ample recreational space for age-appropriate children’s facilities and fun-filled and culturally inclined indoor and outdoor such as kite making, dress-up, dance, music, turtle release and Indonesian Bahasa language lessons. Children can enjoy their most favorite gelato which are available around the resort. We know how to pleased them.

The endless pristine beach at InterContinental Bali is perfect for early morning walks, family time on the sand and indulging in the daily ritual of watching the beautiful Jimbaran Sunset. The resort also provides a variety of water sports, and with its relatively calm waters, our beach offers a safe place for swimming with children and learning new water sports activities.

Located less than a fifteen-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport, InterContinental Bali Resort offers a luxurious range of 417 beautifully-appointed rooms, suites and private villas housed in six separate wings, which is defined by a contemporary Balinese style that embodies the spirit of refined tropical living and warm Balinese hospitality and come inspired by this island’s age-old artistic and cultural heritage.

“We take pride in the fact that we are able to provide the best facilities for families including Club InterContinental, a resort within a resort, with an exclusive Club InterContinental privileges and entitlements and other activities”, comments Mr. Michel Chertouh, General Manager of InterContinental Bali Resort.

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Bali

Re-Opening Ten Ku Japanese Restaurant

Bali

SING KEN-KEN LIFESTYLE BOUTIQUE Hotel

“The Simple Way To Enjoy Life”

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ake yourself at home at Sing Ken Ken Boutique Hotel, our latest luxury accommodation takes you away from the hustle and bustle, yet right in the heart of Legian.

Located within the area commonly known as Double Six, in the beach front Paradise renowned for its Legian sunset, Sing ken Ken Boutique Hotel is also within easy strolling distance of chic Seminyak and the famous traditional art and fashion market of Legian and Kuta, and only 20 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport.

Good for fit couples looking for tranquility, as well as for families looking for quality time without giving away modern convenience.

The Hotel offers 80 rooms and suites, with a variety of locally styled rooms to enjoy, including 72 deluxe rooms, 3 Junior Suites, 2 Executive Suites, 2 Presidential Suites with gazebo terrace and 1 impressive penthouse suite.

You will be greeted with luxurious rooms with comfortable beds, spacious bathroom, living room, balcony with Legian beach view, stylishly furnished with modern amenities, AC, LED TV, mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities, IDD telephone, deposit box and FREE WiFi all room and hotel area.

And also we have meeting room for 200 pax with Theatre Style of 100 round table Please visit our website www.skkhotelbali.com

Bali

“Additional services for Japanese guests, such as room amenities, food and beverage selection, Japanese speaking Guest Relations Officers are part of the Japanese Optimum Service Standard launched by the resort. The management trust that this effort will create more demand also enhance loyalty of Japanese guests “

Japan in Bali

A Launch of Japanese Optimum Service Standard Japanese market to the resort has started to grow this year, and we would like to seize this good opportunity to enhance the quality of our service to this market. Related to the above, Novotel Bali Nusa Dua launched “Optimum Japanese Service Standard” program, on 10 January 2014.

Additional in rooms amenities, such as Japanese pillow, Sapporo Beer and Green Tea on the mini bar, Japanese snack, extra Kimono, Japanese sandals (thong), Japanese speaking Guest Relation Officer, Japanese Corner and Japanese menu at the restaurant, are part of the special program. This dedi-

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cated service standard is part of the Accor’s program of developing special treatment for the new emerging market.

The event titled ‘Japan in Bali’ was attended by several travel agents, medias, and Mr. Tomoaki Hirano, Vice Consul of the Japan Consular Office in Bali With this great gathering opportunity with the partners, the management trust that this program will enable them to develop more demand on the Japanese market, also create more loyalty to the existing Japanese guests already stayed in the hotel. The effort to

increase quality of special treatment to Japanese guests continues, to ensure the satisfaction and well-being of the guests.

Novotel Bali Nusa Dua Hotel & Residences, located in the heart of Bali Tourism Development Complex, Nusa Dua. Close to the most prominent convention center in Bali, and shopping center. It features 175 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, many with garden views. The hotel offers international resort facilities including private beach club, pool lagoon, spa, sauna, massage, fitness center, kids club, meeting and conference rooms.

Bali Japan in Bali – A Launch of Japanese Optimum Service Standard

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ullman, as one of Accor brand that appreciates art in every aspect in hotel service and loyalty to the guest. Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana presents Pullman Exhibition “An Abstract Painting Exhibition by Zulham Damanik” which collaborates with the local Indonesian artist who believes that art gives freedom and imagination.

16 abstract paintings are ready to welcoming the loyalty guest and partner from the lobby until our public area corridors to be seen and also to bring back home for those who love art. This exhibition stands until 9 February 2014. Between art and hospitality that Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana offers, you are invited to see the magnificent creations from Mr. Zulham Damanik. Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana loves being a part of the inspiration for the hotel guest, the artist, and also the art itself. Like mentioned before, you may come, see, and bring the art into your sanctuary.

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BTU Wins Multiple Prestigious Awards 2013/2014

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anyan Tree Ungasan (BTU), Bali has been awarded multiple prestigious awards; Indonesia Resort of The Year 2012/2013, Tri Hita Karana 2013 and also recognised by Trip Advisor Travelers Choice Award 2013.

The first achievement for Banyan Tree Ungasan was the Indonesia Resort of The Year 2012/2013 by Indonesia Travel and Tourism Foundation (ITTA). The annual award serves to recognise “the best” across all sectors of Indonesia’s travel and tourism industry. The judging and selection process involves many steps starting with ITTA initial screening, followed by the Industry online voting, then by an independent Board of Advisors, comprising of prominent tourism and business personalities and lastly validation by a panel of judges from the hospitality and related industry.

The award was collected by Helmy Shaukany, Room Division Manager Banyan Tree Ungasan, Bali. “It is an honour and a great achievement to receive this accolade, especially in Bali where the most stunning villas can be found. It is a testament to our brand and commitment to delivering authentic experiences and service excellence in hospitality. This award would not be possible without the dedication of our associates.”

Following the above recognition, Banyan Tree Ungasan was continually awarded the Gold Medal in the Tri Hita Karana assessment 2013. The award ceremony was held in the Art Center building, led by the vice governor of Bali, I Ketut Sudikerta.

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The Tri Hita Karana award acknowledges the three important aspects to contribute a balanced and harmonious relationship between environmental, social and spiritual practice. Our associates at the resort were very happy to win this award.

Banyan Tree Ungasan was also recognised for the TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Award 2013 based on the quality and quantity of traveller review and ratings for properties on TripAdvisor gathered over a 12 month period. TripAdvisor branded sites make up the largest travel community in the world, with more than 60 million unique monthly visitors*, and over 75 million reviews and opinions.

Banyan Tree Ungasan offers 73 stunning pool villas perched on the pristine southernmost cliffs. Located just 35 minutes by car from Ngurah Rai International Airport and nearby local attractions Uluwatu Temple and beaches of Nusa Dua, the resort promises panoramic ocean views, effortless rejuvenation and unforgettable cultural discoveries for new and return visitors to Bali alike.

The luxury resort has received a number of award and accolades including making Condé Nast Traveler USA magazine’s Hot Hotel’s list 2010, Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice Awards 2012 Top 25 Luxury hotels in Indonesia, TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2011 & 2012, Indonesia Villa of the Year, Indonesia Travel and Tourism Award 2011, 2011/2012 Bali Salon Culinaire Winners with Gold, Silver and Bronze medals, Indonesia Leading Luxury Hotel 2011/2012, Gold medal in Tri Hita Karana 2012, Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice Awards 2012 Top 25 Luxury hotels in Indonesia, TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2012/2013,

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Jocelyn Argaud,

Executive Sous Chef

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rom preparing meals for royalty and international dignitaries, Jocelyn Argaud is now pleased to take on the role of Executive Sous Chef at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan.

Working together with the team, he will be elevating the level of cuisine at this award-winning retreat. The Resort was recently voted #2 on the list of the Top 20 Resorts in Asia and #41 on the Top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2013.

A native of Lyon, France, Jocelyn was initially drawn to cooking by watching his mother in the kitchen. That inspired his culinary passion and, at the age of 16, he started as a kitchen apprentice in a local restaurant. Over the years he has learned and worked in leading establishments in Paris, St. Petersburg, Dubai and southern California.

A notable highlight of Jocelyn’s career was three years in the kitchens of the Royal Palace of Qatar, serving the royal family as the French and international specialty Chef. He prepared countless dinner parties for visiting

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politicians and international dignitaries, and served as the Executive Sous Chef for the royal wedding of a Qatari princess and prince.

For the past two years, Jocelyn has been Executive Sous Chef at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa.

So what does he enjoy about Four Seasons? “I appreciate the company’s investment in its employees, providing opportunities for growth and development, and the consistent respect for the Golden Rule – treating others as you wish to be treated yourself.”

“My wife and I have always wanted to work in Bali,” says Jocelyn, “and now this has become an exciting reality for us. We love the peace and tranquility of Sayan. We’re looking forward to exploring the countryside by bike and travelling all over Bali to learn more about its culture.”

With a background in fine French and international cuisine, Jocelyn will be bringing an elegant panache to Sayan’s authentic Balinese dishes. “I love the different spices and tastes of Bali and I look forward to gaining a better understanding of Balinese cuisine.”

Without a doubt his favourite local dish is babi guling – suckling pig roasted over a coconut husk fire. It’s a frequent specialty at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan, served during the Ubud Night Dinner at Ayung Terrace.

The Resort offers three main dining venues: Ayung Terrace for Asianinspired and Indonesian specialties; the Riverside Café for casual fare during lunch and a Mediteranean cuisine during dinner; and the Jati Bar for tropical cocktails and light snacks. In addition, there are several weekly themed events, such as Rijsttafel Dinner, Lotus Pond Dinner and outdoor barbecues.

A 24-hour In-Villa Dining menu is also available.

Jocelyn will be enhancing the menu with his own French influence, always with a Mediterranean twist. One of his personal specialties is milk-fed veal with morels. “I’m hoping to bring more of a farm-to-table focus by using the very best of Balinese ingredients and working with the local farmers.”

Dining at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan promises to be more delicious than ever!

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BaReLo Restaurant of Swiss-Belinn Seminyak

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unar New Year of familiarly known as Chinese New Year is an important traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the first day of the year of Chinese calendar. The source of Chinese New Year is itself centuries old and gains significance because of several myths and traditions. Traditionally, the festival was a time to honor deities as well as the ancestors. Chinese New Year is celebrated in countries and territories with significant

Chinese populations, like Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Mauritius, Philippines and, of course, Indonesia.

To honor and celebrate the coming year of Horse, SwissBelinn Seminyak holds a week of celebration by serving special dishes in BaReLo Restaurant. The elite team in the kitchen of BaReLo has carefully prepared a magnificent array of peculiar dishes for you to celebrate Lunar New Year.

Starts with choices of Clear Chicken Soup Noodle or Dim Sum as your appetizer, mouthwatering Lamien as the entrée and finally you can enjoy the sweetness of Lychee Pudding as the dessert. Those will be both journey and destination of Lunar New Year celebration. That special set menu can be enjoyed only at Rp 160,000 per persons. It is available for Lunch and Dinner on 25 – 31 January 2014.

Are you looking for a place to celebrate Lunar New Year? Why don’t you just join us at BaReLo Restaurant of Swiss-Belinn Seminyak.

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“FROM INDONESIA

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he Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali will host an exclusive painting exhibition entitled “From Indonesia with Love”

by Sasya Tranggono from 23rd January to 28th February 2014. The exhibition will display the latest work from the Indonesian painter, featuring water color and mixed media paintings of butterflies, flowers, and traditional Indonesian puppets. The opening event will be held at The Laguna on 23rd January 2014 at 5:30pm, where an exclusive list of guests will be invited to have the privilege of being the first ones to view the artist’s work and meet with the artist herself. The exhibition will be opened by Rev. Timotius Arifin Tedjasukmana.

This solo exhibition is a culmination of Sasya’s career that spans over twenty years. “Wayang” or traditional Indonesian puppets, along with flowers and butterflies were Sasya’s first work in the early stages of her career as a painter.

Having always been fascinated with “wayang”, this main theme is simply chosen as Sasya believes it truly represents Indonesia as a country with diverse culture and it is a perfect portrayal of human life on earth, always full of meaning and stories. The vibrant colors she uses to paint each puppet

figure are symbols of the colors of life: laughter, sorrow, love, joy and deceit.

The butterly paintings in this exhibition are personal expressions that hold a dear meaning to the painter. Each butterfly expresses her story, symbolizing the metamorphosis of her life. Each brush stroke tells a story of different periods of life’s triumphs and struggles, happiness and sadness.

Born in Jakarta on December 25th, 1963, Sasya was brought up in a Javanese family with conservative traditional values. After completing her Bachelor studies in the United States of America and her Masters degree in The Netherlands, Sasya started taking art classes and workshops in the Vrije Academie Rotterdam in The Netherlands.

What started as a mere hobby eventually became her full-time career and upon her return to Indonesia, it did not take Sasya long before she held her first exhibition in 1999.

Having spent a number of years overseas, she is determined to introduce the culture and values of her home country to the world. Sasya has since held numerous exhibitions in Indonesia, Malaysia, The Phillipines, Singapore and The Netherlands, each showcasing elements of the Indonesian culture.

Collectors of Sasya’s work include Former President of Indonesia Megawati Soekarnoputri, the Founder of Air Asia Dato Tony Fernandes, Former Indonesian Minister Joop Ave, and the belated Former President of The Phillipines Corazon Aquino.

The paintings displayed during this exhibition are available for purchase and a part of the proceeds will go to UNICEF. Having been partners for over 15 years, Starwood Hotels & Resorts and UNICEF have raised more than US$ 25 million and transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of children worldwide.

“Chinese New Year 2565 Celebration At Jim’bar’N, the Highest Rooftop Bar In Bali” HARRIS Hotel Bukit Jimbaran has special promotions to celebrate Valentine Day with your beloved one, called “HARRIS Romance Package”.

Bali Celebrate your love and pamper each other in our hideaway heaven as you indulge in a sumptuous breakfast for two (2) persons per Room or Suite at restaurant, a comfortable transfer to/from the airport, a warm welcome with a refreshing one fruit juice of the month per stay, romantic and sensual flower bath accompanied with fresh fruit basket and honeymoon chocolate, one bottle of Wine per stay, one time ro-

mantic candle light dinner at the restaurant, one time 60 minutes Balinese massage for 2 persons, late check out till 18:00 is subject to availability, complimentary shuttle bus to Pandawa Beach based on schedule. The rate is start from IDR 2,100,000 net per two night stay. Jl Raya Uluwatu 2000X, Ungasan | Ph. +62 361 846 8777 | www.bukitjimbaran-bali.harrishotels.com

“Romance Of Your Vale ntine Day” Let’s celebrate the coming year of the wooden horse Chinese New Year 2565 With Jim’bar’N, The Highest Rooftop Lounge In Bali.

An amazing afternoon with stunning views over Jimbaran bay constitute a great time to savour an indulge Special Seafood Market for all you can eat from 05.00PM as well as cocktail hours buy two get one free from 03.00PM until 07.00PM and live acoustic

music being your music company while tighten the family ties and convivial your business colleagues.

Special seafood and shell fish will be displayed with a market style where you can shop for fresh seafood as well as the vegetables and sides accompanying them and have it prepared according to your wishes…The price is only IDR 140,000 nett/person. Jl Raya Uluwatu 2000X, Ungasan | Ph. +62 361 846 8777 | www. bukitjimbaran-bali.harrishotels.com

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