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FLUORESCENTFESTIVITY

Get inspired by splashing some daring colors of mid eastern

influence on your holiday attire.

THE ROYALTY OF THE REPUBLICStory of the Sultanate of Yogyakarta, who also serves as the hereditary Governor of the province.

SPOTTING STAGESMEMORIES

OF PARADISEWondering how Bali was 20 years ago? Our contributing writer tells her story of when she first arrived in the island.

Going for a different night-out experience? Why not try to find out about the island’s best

spotlight shows?

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TEAMTALK

‘Om Swastiastu...’

Another month has passed, and another year is soon to come. Welcoming the year of 2012 and the holy day of the Christian religion,

the big team of Bali & Beyond Magazine would like to say...

We wish you the best celebration and a great year ahead.

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’

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Josua Alessandro loves to photograph human subjects, cultures and landscapes. His portfolio can be

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beautiful beaches in the world. Good luck, Pat!

Devishanty is currently working for a national TV station, which accommodates her hobby of travelling. She is also a freelance writer for several magazines.

Fabio Lorenzo is a freelance photographer with a huge passion for fashion editorial photo shoots. He also does many photo assignments for interior, product, wedding and pre-wedding. www.fabiolorenzo.com

WELCOMING THE FESTIVE SEASON!

Diaz is a creative director with a fashion background, who moved to Bali from Jakarta 2 years ago, and is involved in the making of several ad campaigns, editorial shoot and articles for publication. www.whoisdiaz.com


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contents 12.11THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF... THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS

Cover MYTHICAL FLOWS

Photo Fabio LorenzoDirector Diaz

Location Prana Spa, Seminyak

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42FOTOFASHIONFLUORESCENT FESTIVITYCelebrate your precious moments by splashing some daring colors with dazzles of spark onto your holiday attire.

36FEASTFESTIVITIESFestive calendar with ideas for your holiday celebration

40PONDERINGPOINTMEMORIES OF PARADISEWondering how Bali was 20 years ago? Our contributing writer Katie Truman tells her story of when she first arrived in the island.22

CRAFTCULTURETHE CERAMIC REATIONSBali’s most creative ceramics crafted by talented and innovative creators to the highest of standards

26LIFESTYLELEISURESPOTTING STAGESDyana Pura is one of the famous night spot venues that is full of people almost every night. It has great entertainment shows different than any other area in Bali.

32INVITEINDULGETHE GRAPE GLORYCelebrating the end of the year? Check out our selection of wine for the festivities.

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+16 NEW&NEWS This month’s select news updates

from the island’s tourism industry and what’s new around the island.

72 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism

industry and what’s new beyond Bali.

76 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and

various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events.

80 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and

happenings within the preceding month.

86 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specific

tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the island’s main destinations.

89 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS Listings and product descriptions

from various clientele.

90 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and

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contents 12.11THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF... THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS

66CAPITALCORNERJAKARTA’S YEAR END SALESThe end of the year is the most awaited time in the world. To welcome it, jaw-dropping discounts are offered in almost every big mall and department store especially in a big city like Jakarta. 52

52ACTIONATTRACTIONWET SEASON WAVES

Many of tourists avoid to come to Bali during the months of November 'til March,

but many surfers will tell you that the wet season is actually their preferred time of

the year on the Island of the Gods.

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THE ROYALTY OF THE REPUBLICStory of the Sultante of Yogyakarta,

who also serves as the hereditary Governor of the province.

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NEW&NEWS

Rob Peetoom, a top international hairdresser, opens his first

luxurious salon spa in Indonesia located in Petitenget, Seminyak.

The salon offers not only hair and beauty services but also

invites everyone to indulge their senses and spiritualism in the

sophisticated three-building complex that resembles a traditional

Balinese building, designed by Ruud van Oosterhout. The best

feature of the salon is the spa area overlooking the rice paddy

fields, offering the right amount of purity and natural atmosphere.

The salon was officially launched on November 10, with the grand

opening celebration held at Metis Restaurant. One of the attendees

was Rob’s special guest and close friend, Paris Hilton.

Rob Peetoom Hair Spa

Jl. Petitenget 16, Seminyak, Kerobokan

www.robpeetoom.nl

SALON, SPA, SERENITY

FUN, FRESH AND FRIENDLYThe Favehotel Seminyak is now ready to open its doors

to everyone who would like to enjoy great service in Bali’s best

location. The hotel brings a fun atmosphere, fresh attitude and

friendly service with super clean and functional rooms and

complete in-room facilities. Other services on offer are a meeting

room, coffee shop, bar/lounge, swimming pool, and doctor

on-call. The hotel also has easy and quick access to trendy

restaurants, bars, boutiques and entertainment nearby.

Favehotel Seminyak, Jl. Abimanyu (Dyana Pura) No. 9A,

Seminyak, (0361) 739-000, www.favehotels.com

A ROMANTIC DINING DESTINATIONTirtha Bridal, well known for its premier wedding services,

introduces a new dining concept, Tirtha Dining. Set on the top cliff

of Southern Bali, Tirtha Dining is serving sumptuous degustation

cuisines, prepared by on-site Japanese Chef de Cuisine Koichiro

Hashimoto and his team, such as fresh Norwegian Salmon Sakura

served with Poached Quail Egg Ravigot Sauce and Sour Cream,

and Terrine Foie Gras served with

Southern Jelly and Brochette on

the menu. This dining destination

is perfect for a classy and intimate

evening as well as to celebrate

romance and love.

Tirtha Bridal, Jl. Uluwatu,

Br. Dinas Karang Boma,

Uluwatu, (0361) 847-1151

www.tirthabali.com


NEW&NEWS

A LUXURIOUS EXTENSION

Farah Khan’s new Fall/Winter 2011 is in stores now. The collection

is inspired by women’s tenacity and strength showcasing futuristic,

geometric yet illuminated designs. With its extreme detailing and more

cutting-edge techniques and glamorous looks, boasting royal colors

like gold, bronze, brown, velvet and moss green, almost every piece of

Farah Khan’s collection remains timeless and uniquely collectible. It is

hand-sewn bead-by-bead, not complicated and easy to be styled with

any accessories. The dress is also light, easy to pack, lightweight and

requires no ironing; a perfect way to bring it for travelling.

www.farahkhan.com

GLAMOROUS COLLECTIBLE

The St. Regis Bali Resort reveals a new look for its Grande Astor

Presidential Suite that has been open since September of 2008. The

suite recently received a luxurious extension of the living area overlooking

the resort garden and the Indian Ocean. Designed with mahogany

wood and Italian marble flooring, the suite features the luxurious look of

exquisite amenities, high class facilities, and is furnished with elegant and

sophisticated materials including a grand piano in its living room, custom

made king-sized bed with carved wooden ukir head board, and oversized

stand-alone bath tub. The Grande Astor Presidential Suite is synonymous

with the grandeur reflecting the true element of style in the culturally rich

and luxurious environment of Bali.

The St. Regis Bali Resort, Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua Lot S6,

(0361) 847-8111, www.stregis.com/bali

NEW JIMBARAN PROJECTStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and

PT. Tiara Raya Bali International, a company of the Ristia

Group, has reached an agreement to develop the

Le Méridien Bali– Jimbaran, formerly known as Ristia

Resort, which is scheduled to open in mid-2012. There

will be 123 oversized suites, 28 Aqua suites, four rooftop

villas that will each feature a Balinese Bale Bengong, and

four penthouse suites equipped with a lagoon sundeck

overlooking Jimbaran Bay. Pampering the guests, the

management will add top facilities including a three-

storey restaurant and bar, Bamboo Chic, focusing on

local cuisine and featuring a rooftop sunset lounge with

a magnificent view of Jimbaran Bay, a uniquely designed

lagoon swimming pool that is accessible from the ground

floor guestrooms, a full service spa, state-of-the-art fitness

center, and 200 sqm of meeting space.

www.starwoodhotels.com


NEW&NEWS

ROMANCE IN PACKAGE

FOOD AND FESTIVITIESSAKALA, a stylish restaurant and lounge Bali

newcomer, opens its new exclusive dining experience

to welcome the upcoming festive season. A delightful

4-course discovery menu, an exquisite 6-course

epicurean tasting menu, as well as a degustation

menu for Christmas and New Year created by Chef

Frederic Boulay, will be available throughout December

and January. Those outstanding dishes include Big

Eye Tuna Tataki, Pan Fried Barramundi, and Jumbo

Alaskan Scallops, and ends with sweets made daily

by the resident pastry chef, prepared

using conventional French techniques with

a surprising twist of interpretation.

SAKALA. JL. Pratama 88, Tanjung Benoa,

Nusa Dua, (0361) 774-499, www.sakalabali.com

Nunia Villas announces its collaboration with Bali Epicure Villa services

to bring a memorable moment to all honeymooners visiting the island.

A great package of the villa’s own products and the exceptional Bali

Epicure Spa services on offer for a great pampering experience including

a 1 hour traditional Balinese full body massage, body scrub treatment

with natural ingredients and tropical flower bath, and the relaxation

of body & mind finishes with a romantic dinner set by the pool for a

delightful, unforgettable and romantic escape in the paradise.

Nunia Villas, Jl. Pangkungsari, Gg. Maharaja 3, Seminyak,

(0361) 734-329, www.villanunia.com, www.baliepicure.com

Qatar Airways has been named Asia’s Most

Preferred Airline Brand and honored for outstanding

service and hospitality at the 2011 Asian Leadership

Awards, covering more than 20 categories including

business innovation, human resources, corporate

responsibility, products and services. The award was

handed to Ali Al Rais, Qatar Airways’ Senior Vice

President of Aeropolitical, Interline and Industry Affairs

at a ceremony held in Dubai, attended by leading

figures from across the Asian business community.

www.qatarairways.com

THE SKY’S BEST SERVICE


CRAFT&CULTURE

Bali is known as a home to many talented

artisans who have created world-class

masterpieces, and those include this

amazing craftsmanship of ceramics. Here we

look at the island’s best-known, finest and

innovative creators of handcrafted ceramics,

highly original collections that resemble works of art. Prices reflect

international standards, sheer style and longevity – lasting far

longer than holiday memories and contributing years of usage and

pleasure.

JENGGALAEstablished in 1976, one of the ‘original Bali artisans,’ Jenggala

emerged from a small family cottage industry in Sanur to one

of the foremost producers of high quality, hand-crafted ceramic

wares in Indonesia. Jenggala designs, manufactures and retails

stoneware and porcelain ceramics plus tabletop accessories

– mainly sold to five-star resorts and high-end retailers worldwide.

Their impressive showroom-exhibition building in Jimbaran is

visited daily by bus-loads of tourists, on the scout for exceptional

hand-finished ceramics. This extensive retail space displays the

TheCeramicCreationslatest Jenggala collections, conveniently displayed by color, style

and design. They also retail accessories like chopsticks, cutlery

and table linen to complement the home wares. Within the large

facility are also a research laboratory, funky-style warung-café,

and warehouse and production factory currently carrying 2,700

designs and 200 different glazes!

Over the years, Jenggala’s ceramics have been inspired by

Balinese charm, culture and craftsmanship, with frogs, chilies,

Goddess of Fertility and most celebrated, frangipani blooms in

the classic ‘Frangipani Collection’ tableware accessories being

popular recurring motifs. But Jenggala introduces new collections

every few months, expanding their product range while modifying

designs for contemporary use and style. Innovative recent

collections have seen a limited series of hand-painted pieces

depicting selected Batik patterns like Parang and Kawung –

originally reserved for exclusive use by members of Royal Families

in Yogyakarta and Surakarta. The ‘Picnic Collection’ is

a simplified Oriental line for portable dining with an elegant twist;

a contemporary set designed for convenience, neatly fitting into

a rattan picnic basket.

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For wonderful home décor, classic souvenirs or gifts with an unusual twist, ceramics are a craft alternative to the usual batiks or carved woods. But Bali’s ceramics are even better buys when crafted by

talented and innovative creators to the highest of standards, and with not a ‘Bali’ stencil in sight.

‘high-end,’ as typically hospitable Italians visitors are welcome

anytime to take a personal guided tour of the GAYA nerve-centre.

KEVALA CERAMICSEstablished over twelve years ago by British owner-designer

Wendy Thomas, Kevala Ceramics is an exclusively made-to-order

stoneware ceramics company based in Sanur.

A contemporary and fresh design philosophy has earned

Kevala a reputation as one of Bali’s funkiest ceramic workshops; a

range entirely hand-made from selected clays and crafted by local

skilled artisans and designers.

Each Kevala piece aims to be a continuation of the finest

traditions of Balinese artistic flair, blending contemporary design

and traditional craftsmanship. It has a unique hand-made feel, but

adheres to the highest manufacturing standards. Stoneware is the

preferred medium, as Wendy and all creators will testify, “Its more

versatile body can handle numerous color ranges and textures,

plus it’s strong and durable.” “The Balinese are fantastic crafts

people,” she added.

Kevala’s modern-day functional shapes maximize a broad

spectrum of bold, sunshine colours – a strong trademark. Notable

collections are the signature Mediterranean-drenched ‘Swirl Range’

and ‘Starfish’ design collection in bright citrus with cobalt blue.

Stylish shapes made with a creative, globally-inspired spirit

include a spa and bathroom range featuring atomizers, burners

and soap dishes, plus Japanese tea sets and chunky Chinese-

style ginger pots. Exclusivity, not mass production, is one element

of their success story, with custom-made stoneware pieces for

five-star resorts and hotels, and fine-dining establishments. Kevala

Ceramics is comprised of a modern production facility, a recently

established art studio and importantly, a retail outlet – where

colourful pieces are tastefully showcased for an affordable treat.

CERAMIC CLASSNot only can you purchase these gorgeous ceramics, you can also

get hands-on involved in the ceramic culture and make your own

little creations, with a little help of course.

Jenggala’s ‘Make/Paint-a-Pot’ sessions encourage ‘Children

of hands-on craftsmanship and Balinese culture in our design

developments,” shares the Jenggala team. “We aim to provide

customers with a range of ceramic wares that both appeal and

endure.”

GAYA CERAMIC AND DESIGNHusband-and-wife team Marcello Massoni and Michela Foppiani

are the force behind high-end GAYA Ceramic and Design,

established in 2004. This Italian duo design and create hand-

made, luxurious and exclusive home and hospitality collections

of accessories in ceramic – using mediums such as stoneware,

porcelain and raku. Stylish, savvy GAYA work with one-off

commissions for the upscale discerning market – villas, hotels and

resorts and boutiques– infused with an unmistakable Italian flair.

“We don’t produce, we create,” stresses Massoni, “We work

on the edge between the craft industry, art pottery and interior

design, and for single clients rather than mainstream markets.”

Around ninety per cent of GAYA’s ceramic creations are

exported worldwide and capacity expands annually. “We’re

operating at full tilt, producing some of the most interesting,

unique and specified designs ever,” said the management.

GAYA still makes sculptures and unique pieces, but also

creates 4,000 to 5,000, hand-made pieces monthly. “Generally,

we work on projects and tailor-made ceramic collections based

on client’s needs,” says Massoni. “GAYA is one of the few places

in the world for specific custom-made orders, creating ceramics

ourselves ensures that each piece is a hand-made work of art.”

Home and hospitality accessories include table and coffee

sets, decorative and accent pieces, wall installations, lighting

and art works – or simply a custom-made tea-set designed and

created exclusively for your home. Fittingly based in Bali’s arts

and crafts hub of Ubud, GAYA also has an excellent educational

space, the GAYA Ceramic Arts Center (GCAC), visited by students

from across the world. Housed in a separate studio within Gaya’s

production house, GCAC hosts international workshops, courses

and artist residencies. In early 2012, GCAC will relocate across

the road, morphing into a stunning open-air studio constructed

from two carved, Javanese Joglo dwellings. Although it all sounds


of all ages’ to explore their creativity in ceramic hand painting and

crafting their own custom-made pot designs. Select a ceramic

item (plate, bowl, mug, etc), sketch your design, select the colours

and glazes then paint away. It then will be fired in on-site kilns and

ready for collection within four days!

Combined with a team of masterful potters and ceramic

artists, GAYA’s innovative GCAC hosts a varied programme

of international work shops, classes and artist residences for

enthusiasts to attend on a regular basis. These include Group

Workshops, Two-day immersion courses, Throwing Thursdays,

Drop-in Single Classes and Resident Artists – two-month growing

opportunities for mature ceramic artists. They also offer Free

Studio Time sessions, with materials and equipment open for

personal practice and fine-tuning new skills, with instructors on-

hand. More unusual sessions have included Culinary Clay or Yoga

and Clay retreats and workshops!

Kevala Ceramics now host classroom workshops offering

the opportunity to be an integral part of the ceramic process and

to design your own personalized pieces, overseen by the skilled

Kevala team – “Jump into the action and design your own

custom range!” ■

Text by Katie Truman

Jenggala

Jalan Uluwatu 2, Jimbaran (0361) 703-311

www.jenggala-bali.com

GAYA Ceramic and Design

Jl. Raya Sayan 105, Desa Sayan, Ubud (0361) 745-1413

www.gayaceramic.com

Kevala Ceramics

Jl. Mertasari No. 21, Suwung Kangin, Denpasar, (0361) 720-718

www.kevalaceramics.com


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Ceramics making class at Gaya Ceramics

Jenggala’s new collection


SPOTTING STAGES

It’s Friday night and it’s raining. The southern part of Bali is getting wet, and the road of Dyana

Pura (now Abimanyu) seems to be getting hot with more and more people coming to the

neighborhood. The road is slowly getting more packed with men crossing over, while cars

and motorbikes jam up as they queue up for parking. Why are people rushing to visit this road? What is so special about this street?

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Before the new

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Pura. The only crowd

in the area was from

Gado Gado Restaurant bringing folks every

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday,

taking turns with the Double Six Club, the

most popular place to hang out at that

time. Night crawlers used to stop at Jaya

Pub, Café Luna or Goa Pub, located near

the cross roads of Jalan Nakula and Jalan

Seminyak, enjoying some drinks and live

music before heading to the all-night party

at Double Six. The area surrounding Dyana

Pura was still covered with lush rice paddy

fields, and it was definitely far quieter

compared to the situation today.

It wasn’t until 1999 that the area started

to become happening. The first door to

be opened was Santa Fe, and then some

other small clubs started appearing along

the road. Blue Angel was the first gay bar

to appear, a small bar on the second floor

of the building situated in front of where

JP’s Warung is located now. But most of

the clubs disappeared quickly, not long

after they started to operate. A part of the

now Fave Hotel Seminyak was the Q-Bar,

while Club Cosmo was Club Cabaret five

months ago and Kudos before. Private

Spa was Spy Bar before and Bali Joe and

Facebar before were Liquid Bar.

Dyana Pura wouldn’t be like what it is

now if Blue Angel didn’t bring its different

definition of entertainment. It was the

entertainment pioneer of the area. Back


Crowd of visitors in Dyana Pura on Saturday Night

At Bali Joe


then, when the rest of the clubs in Legian

still focused on performing live music

and R&B, the Blue Angel bar showcased

different kinds of shows: drag queen

performances, Go Go dances, and hip

techno music that soon attracted a

different crowd to the neighborhood. Other

clubs later copied it, except for the bars

and lounges located before the Buddha

Bar such as Bahiana and Santa Fe. We

called them “the spotlight shows.”

These shows usually start at 11 p.m.

The spotlights brighten up the stage with

many different colors and shapes, and

out of the dry ice smoke the drag queens

appear with spectacular costumes and

make up, acting like a famous diva on a

big stage. They dress up like rock stars,

Hawaiian dancers, Madonna or Mariah

Carey, or sometimes as kinky dancers

also have cabaret shows and a program

of classic disco and new wave retro hits

from the 70’s & 80’s. From the 8 clubs

currently open on the road Bali Joe,

Mixwell, and Club Cosmo are the most

famous, with many visitors flooding the

entrance all the way through the club, but

even so, each club has its own regular

visitors. The most convenient thing is that

these clubs are all located next to each

other, so it is easy to hop around and

check what is most happening.

The Blue Angel Bar is no longer there,

but the spirit of the spotlight shows still

continues. Maybe this is the real attraction

of Dyana Pura that makes people keep

visiting the neighborhood regularly. Surely

this place can offer you a different night-out

experience while on your Bali holiday. ■

Text by Intan Tanjung


moving very sexy on a pole-dance, or

acting like Lady Gaga, whoever they

want to be.

The music starts and they lip-sync to

the songs. Applause is loud and screams

are heard as people enjoy the act on

stage. The drag queen show really grabs

the most attention, for with totally different

performances within the same night it is

quite entertaining. The drag queen dances

energetically on the stage, then moves

through the bar and sometimes asks

people from the audience to come up to

the stage and dance with them.

At Bali Joe, the drag queen shows take

turns with DJ performances and the Go Go

girls until 3 a.m., while at Club Cosmo the

shows run until 1 a.m. At Club Cosmo, the

shows are not only performances by drag

queens or Go Go girls and boys but they

The Blue Angel Bar is no longer there, but the spirit of the spotlight shows still continues. Maybe this is the real attraction of Dyana Pura that keeps

people visiting the neighborhood regularly.

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The mutli-award winning

House of Jemme is popular

for a variety of very good

reasons; fine jewellery, cool

cocktails, casual but chic air-conditioned

lunches as well as romantic casual yet

fine dining in the evenings, before party

fun begins. The House is located on the

now extremely fashionable JalanPetitenget

where a multitude of cutting edge

boutiques, designer labels, beach clubs,

resorts, spas and salons have opened

up and made their mark in little less

than a year. However, forward thinking

Luke Stockley kicked off the trend by

opening Jemme over 4 years ago. It isn’t

for anything that Stockley has just been

awarded The Yak Magazine’s Yak Award

for ‘Best Jewellery Designer’ category. In

fact, JemmeJewellery can claim prize to

stunning designs in classic forms such

as solitary diamond engagement rings,

to funky contemporary ‘cocktail’ pieces;

bold yet chic. JemmeJewellery has a host

of collections to appeal to all age groups

and to all budgets. The sweet and darling

diamond bow ring is perfect for teenagers

and girly choices, whereas the large

moonstone and diamond earrings are a

bold statement on any outfit, or, the ruby

and diamond buckle bracelet is a chic

adornment to the sexy little black dress at

a glamourous evening gala.

JemmeJewellery uses a fine selection

of platinum, white gold, rose gold, yellow

gold and silver, as well as top grade

diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds

enhanced with a rainbow of semi precious

gems. These are truly works of art set into

rings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches

to awe inspiring effect. The latest collection

of contemporary handmade moonstone-

set jewellery, beautifully finished with a

generous layer of silver on gold, is larger

than life and not for the shy – statement

pieces in rings, earrings and cuff bracelets

are original and set to make grand

entrances on all those who are adorned,

and is now complimented by the more

conservative yet fun pieces of 18K yellow

gold set with pearls and semi-precious

stones.

Another fabulous collection recently

added to the Jemme showroom comprises

opal and diamond, aquamarine and

diamond or moonstone and diamond

pieces in pendants, earrings and bracelets

- all delicately handmade by Jemme

goldsmiths to make unique gifts and

memories of Bali. This holiday season and

in particular Christmas, Jemmejewellery

is an intimate way to show those closest

to you that you love them; with pieces

to suit all budgets starting from Rp.

195,000. Whatever the price, all gifts

come packaged in Jemme’sunmistakeable

complimentary gift wrapping.

ADVERTORIAL

A JEMME OF A PLACE FOR FINE

JEWELLERY& DINING



Within the ‘house’ is Jemme Dining,

where delicate casual fine dining is waiting

to regal you throughout lunchtime, cocktail

hour and dinnertime. This is the place

to meet friends for a catch up in cooling

air-conditioning which is particularly

welcoming during the monsoon season,

share a cocktail or two after an exciting

jewellery purchase, have an intimate tete

a tete over candles champagne and wine,

or celebrate a seasonal or anniversary

party. Watch out for the Jemme specials,

generous to a fault, where you can indulge

gourmet whims to amazing advantage.

For example, the Trio of Bowls ‘lunch’

special (used loosely as it is available until

the civilized hour of 5pm) sees exactly

that; three bowls with a choice of salads in

one, soups in another, and either a pasta,

risotto or rice dish in the third, all for the

encouraging price of Rp. 60,000++, most

excellent value. There are also weekly

specials ‘off menu’ ensuring the pick of the

freshest seasonal ingredients, preferring

organic, to showcase Bali’s finest produce.

Think ‘Mini Burger’ for the slight of appetite

or ‘Double Burger’ for more heartier needs

– at the great price of Rp. 60,000 ++. Ask

for the ‘Ubi Cake’ and try a Balinese taste

complimented with coconut iced-cream

and banana sealed with a loving topping

of caramel sauce. For the naughtier of

you out there, the Lychee Martini will suit

perfectly, as will the whole cocktail list for

the more adventurous!

This Christmas come and celebrate

with a seasonal menu of traditional turkey

and all the trimmings, or dress up and

throw a New Year’s Eve to remember.

At Jemme anything and everything is

possible. Do you feel like proposing?

Jemme’sstaff know exactly how to keep

her guessing until the very last moment, of

course with a ring from Jemme.

As we begin to move into the month

that will celebrate Christmas and New

Year, be sure not to miss out. Allow our

event planners to make all necessary

arrangements in making your functions

personal with the joyous Jemme twist.

Whatever the occasion, allow the charming

staff to spoil you and make your culinary

experience with Jemme leave memories to

last a lifetime.

Four JemmeVIF’s (Very Important Facts)

The House of Jemme has

complimentary WiFi as well as a private

parking area with valet if so required.

Both JemmeJewellery and Jemme

Dining are open seven days a week from

10am until fashionably late.

JemmeJewellery has collections

priced from Rp. 195,000 up to the whole

contents of your bank account if you so

desire.

Jemme Dining is air-conditioned and

has a paddy view patio, with smoking or

non-smoking options – with weekly menu

specials ideal for meetings.

The House of Jemme

Jemme Jewellery & Jemme Dining

Jl. Raya Petitenget No.28 Seminyak - Bali

Tel : 0361-4733508, 0361-4732392

Fax : 0361 - 4733609

www.jemmebali.com



INVITE&INDULGE

In Indonesia, wine is not so

popular yet, probably because

the weather is too hot and the

price is too high with a ridiculous

amount of tax added, making

it hard to penetrate the local

market. Most Indonesians are not used to

consuming alcoholic drinks, and for some

of them who do, the citric and bitter flavor

of wine is hard to accept, so they prefer to

have sweet drinks like tropical cocktails.

But wine does have a place in the

hearts of few groups of people, the

non-Muslim societies and the western

communities in most big cities in

Indonesia. As a new market for the wine

industry, the demand for wine in this

country is increasing all the time. The

appearance of local brands helps to

introduce the art of drinking wine with its

affordable price to this new market,

before they are ready to go for the

imported choices.

Bali itself is the largest market for the

wine industry in Indonesia. In this holiday

destination, enjoying wine goes well with

the tropical leisure time. Imported types of

wine are supplied to shops all across the

island, as well as to trendy wine bars and

sommelier-staffed restaurants, which are

striving to provide a unique degustation

journey to its visitors.

THE GRAPE GLORY

On a cold wintery night, this red or yellowish green-transparent alcoholic drink is great to warm

up the night. But in this tropical climate a glass of wine has another purpose, to complete the

excitement of one’s leisure time.

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choices to perfect your festivities.

ARTISAN ESTATEBringing the best of Australia, the Artisan

Estate wines are now Bali’s rising star

winery. The company was established in

2009 and it has successfully brought good

quality wine with local price. Artisan itself

means a craftsman, made from Australian

wine grape juice, shipped to Bali with its

temperature strictly controlled during the

shipment, then fermented and bottled in

Bali. This company also aims to be an

environmental-friendly organization by

using carbon-reduced bottles produced in

Australia that is also light in weight.

Most of Artisan Estate wines are rich

in flavor, light and easy to drink in the hot

climate, and the important thing is that

the wine can suit any different food,

including Asian food.

2011 Artisan Chardonnay is un-oaked

vibrant pale straw medium bodied wine

with the very light and elegant flavor of

white peach and dried apricots as well as

on the nose. It finishes refreshingly, perfect

for a sunset drink or paired with chicken,

seafood, pork, vegetable dishes, or food

with cream sauces and cheese platters.

While its signature 2010 Artisan Classic is

a craftsmanship of Chardonnay, Chenin

Blanc, Verdelho and Sauvignon Blanc

coming together with a very fruit driven

wine, a little bit sweet for start but finishes

dry, making it easy to go with any food

including the spicy Balinese food

or Western cuisine.

Recently the Artisan Estate has bottled

its first 2011 Artisan Shiraz which will

come in limited quantity for the rest of this

year. The red wine comes with a deep

ruby color and rich but smooth full fruit

flavors, and of course, goes very well

with a lot of different food. Soon the 2011

Artisan Sauvignon Blanc will surprise the

market to welcome the festive season.

www.artisanestate.com

According to Juan Jose Diaz*, Bali’s

most popular wine choice is the Sauvignon

Blanc. This white wine matches very well

with Bali’s hot climate with its light and

citric flavor without the wood aroma. It is

easy to drink and can be paired with any

kind of food, especially Asian food that is

rich in flavor and spices. While in Jakarta,

the most popular wine is the red, with its

heavy and deep flavor best to be enjoyed

in an indoor environment. The light red

Pinot Noir and Rosé can be other choices

to bring a little bit of strength to taste.

But whatever the choice is, Bali has it

all. The shops, bars and restaurants have

provided a wide selection of imported

wine, from the cheapest starting at around

Rp. 200,000 a bottle and on up. There

are still choices of the world’s best vino

from different countries such as France

and Italy, star-rising Chilean and Australian

wine, and not to forget the local’s pride

creation wine which could suit the mood of

drinking wine in a tropical island.

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countries where wine is consumed for the

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ARMAND de BRIGNACIf you’re looking for the superb choice for

an absolute celebration, the best drink to

have is a glass of champagne. One of the

best we found is the Armand de Brignac,

which arrives in Bali in very limited quantity

to keep it exclusive. The Armand de

Brignac brings smooth, sumptuously acidy

elegant palate, which we find matches very

well with Bali’s breeze, lighting a rich and

joyful feeling, and is very refreshing for a

hot tropical climate.

Armand de Brignac Champagne has

been produced by the Cattier family in the

Champagne region of France since 1763.

It has superb quality of elegant artistry and

bold innovation, made from the best variety

of grapes in the region; Chardonnay, Pinot

Noir, and Pinot Meunier, that is pressed

with slow and high quality yield from hand-

sorted grapes. The process still uses a

traditional method using a blend of three

distinct vintages from outstanding harvests

years making it truly an artisan creation.

Three selections are available, Brut

Gold, Rosé, and Blanc de Blanc. The Brut

Gold is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir,

and Pinot Meunier coming in a complex,

full-bodied bouquet, with light floral notes

and sumptuous, racy fruity palate, while

The Blanc de Blancs is made from dry and

crisp young Chardonnay grapes, delivers

a fruity and floral aroma with delicate and

pure structure. The Rosé presents rich

pure fruits in the beginning and ends with

delicate smoky grilled notes and fresh

strawberry as well as blackcurrant aromas.

This salmon-hued bubbling drink is best

served as an aperitif or served with fish,

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WHERE TO FIND WINE IN BALI?

The Wine House

Jl. Raya Kerobokan No. 66 Seminyak

(0361) 737217

Bali Liquor Store

Jl. Kunti 18 Seminyak

(62 361) 737132

BBC Wines

Jl. Kunti No. 18, Seminyak

(0361) 737-132

Rame’s Shop in Jimbaran

Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 41X,

Kedonganan, (0361) 360-0268

Jimbaran Corner Wine Shop

Jl. Bukit Permai, Jimbaran

(0361) 703-342


FEAST&FESTIVITIES

December 24 Acousti c guitar solo performanceDecember 25 Live Trio Entertainment

AYANA Resort & Spa Bali (0361) 702-222Dava Restaurant – 5 Course Christmas Eve Set Menu with Jusman So, serving Ocean Trout, Turkey & Foie Gras, Chestnut & Truffl e, Barramundi or Veal and ending with Chocolate Pudding. Rp. 1,000,000/adult, Rp. 250,000/children.

Ayodya Resort Bali (0361) 771-102Lagoona Restaurant – Christmas Eve Candle Light Dinner.

Waterfall Restaurant – Christmas Eve Buff et Dinner.

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts Bali (0361) 847-1000 ext 6520Sangkar Restaurant – Five Course Christmas Eve Dinner by Sous Chef I Waya Wicaya collaborati ng with Executi ve Chef Andrew

Skinner for Rp. 850,000++/adult and Rp. 425,000++/child (6-12 yo) from 6-11 p.m.

Il Ristorante – Six-course degustati on dinner by Chef de Cuisine Maurizio Bombini for Rp. 1,200,000/person and Rp. 600,000/child (6-12 yo), from 6-11 p.m.

Discovery Karti ka Plaza Hotel Bali(0361) 751-067The Pond Restaurant – Christmas Special Buff et Dinner for Rp. 255,000 ++/person, including a welcome drink, and children (up to 12 yo) eat FREE for each paying adult. La Cucina and Tepan Noodle Restaurant Christmas Special Set Dinner for Rp. 395,000 ++/person.

The St. Regis Bali Resort (0361) 847-8111King Cole Bar - Aft ernoon Tea with Christmas goodies, lobster pie, and scones with clott ed cream, while listening to live Christmas Caroling. Rp. 350,000++/Person.

DECEMBER 10AYANA Resort & Spa Bali (0361) 702-222Damar Terrace (for Children) – Teddy Bear Tea at the Padi Restaurant with Santa, and story telling with Gede Bear and Ayu Bear at 3 p.m.

Karma Kandara (0361) 848-2205 Nammos Beach Club – A special performance by internati onal headliner AC Slater from Brooklyn NY, joined by Zoe Noa, Tony Montana and Taro Joy starti ng at 9 p.m. Entry price is Rp. 150,000 inclusive of 1 complimentary drink.

DECEMBER 18AYANA Resort & Spa Bali (0361) 702-222Children Pool – Breakfast with Santa at 11 a.m, for Rp. 100,000.

DECEMBER 24 Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa, Bali(0361) 737-773Wild Orchid – Christmas Eve Wine Dinner of Thai cuisine paired with Indonesian wine accompanied by a fantasti c live band. Price is Rp. 850,000++/person inclusive of imported wine or Rp. 750,000++/person food only.

SOS Supper Club – Christmas Eve Signature Wine Dinner with live music followed by a special DJ guest from Berlin, spinning infecti ous Supper Club style music. Price is Rp. 950,000++/person inclusive of imported wine or Rp. 750,000++/person food only.

Aston Bali Beach Resort & Spa (0361) 773-577Festi ve Buff et Dinner with live Kecak Dance and Santa Claus visit at Rp. 350,000++/person

Giorgio – Sumptuous Italian six course menu at Rp. 350,000++/person


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Kayuputi – Christmas Dinner of premium cuisine from 6-11 p.m. at Rp. 1,750,000++/Person (Valid on December 24-25).

Boneka - Gala Christmas Dinner Buff et, with a live Jazz Band and the harmony of live Christmas Carols from 6-11 p.m. Rp. 1,500,000++/adult and Rp. 500,000/children (9-12 yo) - (Valid on December 24-25)

W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak (0361) 473-8106Fire Restaurant - Traditi onal Christmas Eve Dinner, Rp. 650,000 net/pax.

STARFISH BLOO - Degustati on Menu and A la Carte, Rp. 1,000,000 net/pax.

DECEMBER 25Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa, Bali (0361) 737-773Wild Orchid - Exoti c Asian style with a superb three course Thai set menu, served poolside for Rp. 450,000++/person

SOS Supper Club Bounty – The Sea Dinner with craft ed seafood and wine series. Rp. 950,000++/person inclusive of imported wine. Rp. 695,000++/person food only

Aston Bali Beach Resort & Spa (0361) 773-577Special Christmas BBQ Buff et with Balinese Children’s Choir and Santa Claus visit. Rp. 250,000++/person

Ayodya Resort Bali (0361) 771-102Camp Ananda – Christmas Bruch for families, with ginger cookie decorati ng acti vity for children.

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts Bali (0361) 847-1000 ext 6520Sangkar Restaurant - Five Course Christmas Eve Dinner by Sous Chef I Waya Wicaya collaborati ng with Executi ve Chef Andrew Skinner for Rp. 850,000++/adult and Rp. 425,000++/child (6-12 yo) from 6-11 p.m.

Banyan Tree Ungasan (0361) 300-7000Ju-Ma-Na – Special Dinners for the holiday season, 4-course set and 7-course set menus.

Discovery Karti ka Plaza Hotel Bali (0361) 751-067Tepan Noodle Restaurant - For Christmas Brunch, children up to 12 years old eat FREE for every 1 paying adult. Price is Rp.155,000 ++/person including a welcome drink.

La Cucina and Tepan Noodle Restaurant Christmas Special Set Dinner for Rp. 395,000 ++/person.

The St. Regis Bali Resort (0361) 847-8111Boneka - Christmas Brunch from 12-3 p.m.

King Cole Bar - Complimentary aperiti f selecti on includes signature drink Bloody Mary from 11 a.m.-12 p.m., and then enjoy the exquisite brunch complemented by soft drinks, juices and a live Jazz Band. 25 December Rp. 795,000++/Person26 December Rp. 495,000++/PersonRp. 495,000++ (Beverage package)Rp. 130,000++/Child (9-12 yo)

W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak (0361) 473-8106Fire Restaurant - Buff et brunch and carving’s tableside. Price : Rp. 800,000/pax net

STARFISH BLOO - Buff et Brunch at Rp. 1,000,000 net/pax

DECEMBER 26Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa, Bali (0361) 737-773Beach Club Lounge - Boxing Day Seafood Beach BBQ for Rp. 550,000++/person.

AYANA Resort & Spa Bali (0361) 702-222LANGIT THEATRE will have Traditi onal Kecak Performance with Balinese Buff et. Price Rp. 800,000++/adult; Rp. 350,000++/child.

DECEMBER 27AYANA Resort & Spa Bali (0361) 702-222Sunset Jazz at Rock Bar - Jim Larkin will

perform a sunset blues and jazz session at the Rock Bar at 5.30 p.m.

Dava Restaurant - Dava Chef de Cuisine Jusman So will host Singapore’s most celebrated chef Justi n Quek, presenti ng 5 and 8 course degustati on menus each night. 5 course is Rp. 600,000++, 8 course is Rp. 850,000++.

DECEMBER 28AYANA Resort and Spa Bali (0361) 702-222Dava Restaurant - Dava’s Chef de Cuisine, Jusman So will host Singapore’s most celebrated chef Justi n Quek, presenti ng 5 and 8 course degustati on menus each night. 5 courses is Rp. 600,000++, 8 course is Rp. 850,000++.

DECEMBER 29AYANA Resort and Spa Bali (0361) 702-222LANGIT THEATRE Traditi onal Kecak dancing and buff et Cultural & Performances with Balinese Buff et. Price Rp. 800,000++/adult; Rp. 350,000++/child

Sunset Jazz at Rock Bar - Jim Larkin performs a sunset blues and jazz session at Rock Bar at 5.30 p.m.

Dava Restaurant - Dava Chef de Cuisine Jusman So will host Singapore’s most celebrated chef Justi n Quek, presenti ng degustati on menus each night. 5 course is Rp. 600,000++, 8 course is Rp. 850,000++.



DECEMBER 30W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak (0361) 473-8106WooBar – W Hotels & Burn Studios DJ Lab presents DJ Angus Wong from 10 p.m. onwards.

DECEMBER 31The 101 Legian (0361) 300-1101Legian Night Sky Party, starts with dinner at 8 p.m. for Rp. 500,000, followed by Count Down Party at 10 p.m. ‘ti l dawn for Rp. 250,000. Performance by Capsoul Live Band, DJ Wilmix Sensati onal Sound.

Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa, Bali (0361) 737-773Wild Orchid – New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner with champagne and canapés on arrival, then buff et experience accompanied by acousti c jazz music for Rp. 1,350,000++/person including complimentary entry to our SOS NYE party.

SOS Supper Club – Grill Wine Jazz Dinner at this sophisti cated nightti me venue for Rp. 1,800,000++ including complimentary entry to SOS New Year’s Eve party. New Year’s Eve party special performance from Erica Rhone, who will spin everything from eclecti c to electronic beats with a dazzling fi reworks display Price is Rp. 500,000 net/person at the door, includes fi rst drink.

AYANA Resort and Spa Bali (0361) 702-222SAMI SAMI – 6 Course Set Menu and 1 glass of sparkling wine at the Center Court Countdown Party. Rp. 1,100,000++/person, Children’s menu Rp. 250,000++. Champagne Dinner: Rp. 4,200,000++/couple including 1 bott le of Champagne during dinner, and 2 glasses of Champagne at the Center Court Countdown Party.

DAVA RESTAURANT – 5 Course Set Menu for Rp. 1,600,000++/person including 1 glass of sparkling wine at the Center Court Countdown Party. Champagne Dinner for Rp. 5,200,000++/

couple includes 1 bott le of Champagne during dinner, and 2 glasses of Champagne at the Center Court Countdown Party.

Center Core – Countdown Party with Mike’s Apartment (pyrotechnics, fi reworks and Mike’s Apartment live band) from 9.30 p.m.-1 a.m.

Ayodya Resort Bali (0361) 771-102Lagoona Restaurant and Beach Garden – Carnival of Venice themed party with Carnival dances as well as a Live Band, solo singer, and a Rock and Roll Circus Party fi lled with magician acts, a cabaret, various arcade games and entertainment.

Main Lobby – Join the Countdown session as the lobby is transformed into a deep jungle for a Jungle Night Party.

Banyan Tree Ungasan (0361) 300-7000Enjoy GlamGold Year End Party with a shower of balloons, fi reworks on the cliff top, and a DJ performance. (0361) 300-7000

Ju-Ma-Na – Off ering a 9 course set dinner menu and Liquid Buff et at 5.30 pm for the best beverages at one price. Bambu - Extravagant buff et ranging from appeti zers to desserts

Discovery Karti ka Plaza Hotel Bali(0361) 751-067Kharisma Ballroom – Spectacular year end party with the Masquerade Eve Party, a spectacular cabaret show and great live entertainment as well as a Gala Dinner for USD $180 ++/person, 50 % off for children from 4 – 12 years old (including free fl ow on selected drinks unti l 11 p.m). Starts at 8 p.m.

The St. Regis Bali Resort (0361) 847-8111BONEKA – Enjoy a sumptuous gala buff et dinner including smoked mallard duck

breast, roasted prime rib, wagyu sirloin steak and Valrhona chocolate, while listening to a soulful jazz renditi on. From 7-11 p.m. Rp. 2,500,000++/Person, Rp. 650,000++/Child (9-12 yo)

Kayuputi Restaurant – GALA DINNER including Osetra caviar, duck foie gras, half lobster tail, beef tenderloin and peak with Gin-ruby grapefruit with 24 carat gold leaf. Aft er dinner, chill out with music by DJ Wilson at the terrace of the fl oati ng Bale Bengongs and sip on Champagne from the Vista Bar. Price Rp. 3,950,000/Person from 7 p.m.

KING COLE BAR – Taste a drink from the list of fresh and unique cocktails and aft ernoon tea delights from 3-5.30 pm. Dinner guests of Boneka and Kayuputi are invited to enjoy complimentary cocktails from 7-7.30 p.m. while taking in the splendid fi re dance that conti nues with a live band for revelers in the mood to dance into the New Year, starti ng from 10.00 p.m.

VISTA BAR / THE BEACH – Enjoy an array of cocktails and champagne with trendy music by DJ Wilson for chilling or dancing unti l the strike of midnight when the magnifi cent fi reworks display is launched.

W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak (0361) 473-8106FIRE RESTAURANT – Buff et Dinner, priced at Rp. 2,000,000++ /pax

STARFISH BLOO – Degustati on Menu, priced at Rp. 2,250,000++ /pax

W Lounge – Sunset Performance of Resident DJ Nanda at 5 p.m. – 8 PM, StopMakingMe - Dan Avery at 9.30–11 p.m, GrahamLord : Audiowhores at 11.30 p.m. – 2 a.m.

Woo Base – DJ Djuma Soundsystem at 1 – 3 a.m. by Resident DJ Djuma Soundsystem


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PONDERINGPOINT

The wafting aroma

of clove cigarettes.

Coconut palms.

Colorful Hindu

ceremonies played-out

on the street. Bemos

zipping around Denpasar, crammed

to capacity with smiley locals. And my

first Bali beachside resort (in Sanur),

quintessional Balinese style with thatched

alang alang roof and beautifully manicured

gardens dotted with exotic blooms.

These were my first impressions of

Bali when I arrived twenty years ago.

A nineteen-hour flight was a long way to

come from my native England, but Bali,

regarded by Brits as paradise, was just

how I imagined it would be and well

worth the journey.

Fast-forward twenty years, and still

when visiting this mesmerizing Island of the

Gods I’ve found some things remain the

same, but others have definitely changed

– sometimes for the worse. Back then,

even fifteen years ago, Seminyak was

predominately a sea of rice fields. It wasn’t

even on my tourist map, but today you’d

be lucky to find a spare square inch. (If I

had wisely invested in a plot of land then,

I’d be one very wealthy lady now!). Kuta

was still quite kitschy and fun, and Ubud

mainly a backpackers haven. There were

certainly no chi-chi designer boutiques,

Californian-style yoga retreats and definitely

no Starbucks, as Ubud has now. The

road leading to Ubud was once a series of

individual craft villages; sadly today it’s one

long indistinguishable urban sprawl.

Bali’s accommodation options

basically used to be a choice of five-star

international luxury brands or surfer-style

budget options, concentrated in Kuta-

Legian. Now Bali is synonymous with luxe

villa complexes, chic boutique resorts and

fabulous six-star retreats, with butlers and

plunge pools the norm and alang-alang

roofs and carved woods making way to

polished concrete and glass. Even Kuta is

slowly going up-market and those cheapie

losmen-style pads are a disappearing

breed – along with clove cigarettes

and bemos! In many areas, bemos are

almost defunct, as locals now own their

own motorbikes (and astonishingly,

Blackberry’s). But bemos could well

return to help solve Bali’s escalating traffic

problem, arguably created by all those

new motorbikes and ridiculously over-

sized passenger carriers. Rice fields were

always Bali’s best scene-scape and big

drawing card, but the rampant tourism

development that has devoured large

chunks of agricultural land is in danger of

making paddy fields in some areas almost

a Disney-like novelty. Ubud’s charming

central rice fields are all but gone; visitors

now have to stay further and further out of

town to get their “rice-field fix.”

Beautiful Bali has become a victim of

its own success, or maybe it’s only me

who just wants a slice of paradise. But off

the main streets and far from the built-

up, congested tourist areas, Balinese

life does carry on as always – ancient

Hindu traditions and ceremonies, simple

family life, timeless agricultural and fishing

communities. Towering volcanoes,

mystical temples, jungly rainforests and

deserted black beaches are all still there.

When in search of the authentic Bali of

yesteryear, now you just have to look

a little bit harder and travel further afield. ■

Text by Katie Truman

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WILL BE JOYFULLY SPICY.

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Chez Gado Gado referring to a local blend of vegetables and sambal kacang—spicy peanut sauce--that is the

kind of thing you won’t find at Chez Gado Gado.


The restaurant’s name attests to its mixed history,

Chez Gado Gado referring to a local blend of

vegetables and sambal kacang—spicy peanut sauce-

-that is the kind of thing you won’t find at Chez

Gado Gado. The Executive Chef, Quirijn Rademaker from Holland,

assures the local fair is readily available on many street corners

outside of his turf. According to Quib (his kitchen moniker), it’s

just too hard to do local dishes justice. On the outside, he enjoys

ayam betutu and rendang; dishes that are tough to westernize

without the outcome seeming watered down, he adds.

If a select few items on the menu have remained since Gado

Gado opened, they are probably only cocktails, as the charming

large building on the beach was once a renowned Seminyak

nightclub. Gado Gado the club had a good run before being

adopted and refashioned as a French Bistro. Located at the tail

end of Camplung Tanduk Street, just out of reach of the ever-

rolling surf of Seminyak beach, it was prime property in the vortex

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Under new management, the menu then broadened, setting

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The expansive patio, with holy Hindu camplung trees twisting and

accommodated around large tables of families dining, was recently

raised above eye-level of bustling beach traffic. This change results in

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Gado’s new General Manager, pause on his way to the kitchen.

‘Why would anyone want to work anywhere else?’ he remarks.

Having arrived from Australia but a month ago, Cristian and I

sat a while as he detailed where refinements will lead fans’ taste

buds, from here. The young Italian details his first excursion

out of the city to Chez Gado Gado’s three thousand square-

foot greenhouse. He exclaims that they’ve even got their own

pomegranates, though the building is about as new as he is, full of

unripe potential and hung with pampered zucchinis.

Unlike Quib and Felipe Videla, his Chilean Sommelier counterpart,

I find it difficult to imagine flavors as one visualizes designs, leaving

me unaware as to just how an enormous greenhouse could improve

on Chez Gado Gado’s perfect salads. Lettuce and shredded beets

comprising walnuts and soft flakes of caramel make their beet salad,

just as Quib said it, a memorably ‘playful starter’.

Tweaking in the kitchen is also, as the Chef said it,

‘unstoppable’, and so there came to be a tasting menu, a sampler

of favored fair. Torn between this and the restaurant’s most

requested dish, the sea bass, I chose to experience one thing in its

entirety. Rich within a well-defined limit, the thick and flaking cutlet

rested on black olives, almonds and green peppers, sweeping the

fish down an undercurrent of subtle texture and deep flavors.

Alone with its inherited name, the many platforms of Chez

Gado Gado are also distinctly Indonesian, in design. The

restaurant is a restructured homage to the traditional Balinese

wantilan design, showing once again the Balinese do remarkably

well with fine, dark wood, and some solid marble to boot. Chez

Gado Gado is one strong team’s idea of a good mix that boldly

compliments one remarkable island.

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Jalan Camplung Tanduk (Dyanapura)

No. 99, Seminyak, Kuta, Bali, Indonesia

Phone: 62-361-736 966, Fax: 62-361-736 955

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

Wet Season WavesWet Season Waves

A rare sight – an empty Keramas Beach lineup


Many of tourists avoid coming during the months of November

through March, but many surfers will tell you that the

wet season is actually their preferred time of the year on the Island of the Gods.

After the mild sunny days

and strong easterly

tradewinds of the dry

season have exhausted

their allotted energy and

retreated into hibernation

for the year, the winds from the north begin

to make their annual appearance and bring

with them the rain bearing clouds, heat, and

overpowering humidity that is Bali’s wet season.

And while the average tourist may shun Bali

during the months of November through March to

avoid the almost daily rain showers, many surfers will

tell you that the wet season is actually their preferred

time of the year on the Island of the Gods.

For they know that there are waves-a-plenty on both

sides of the island, with just a fraction of the crowds that can

pack the most popular surf spots during the busy dry season.

Only Uluwatu, Padang-Padang, and a few other spots on the Bukit

Peninsula don’t often provide the same quality and size during the wet

season, but otherwise most of the same east and west coast dry season

favorites are still going off, rain or shine.

The East Coast WavesDue to the predominant northwest winds during the wet season, the east

coast provides most consistent surfing conditions from dawn to dusk, rain

or shine. The biggest waves will always be found at the southern end of

the island at Nusa Dua, where you can either paddle out or catch a boat

to the lineup starting from Geger Beach, then challenge yourself against

the current and the heavy wave energy that makes catching a few of those

Nusa Dua righthanders a just reward for all the effort.

Probably the most popular wet season wave on the east coast is

Serangan, also known as Turtle Island. A reef break that has multiple take

off spots with lefts and rights, it has a nice inner lagoon for the non-surfers

Taking fl ight into the onshore winds at Canggu

Sunrise session at Sanur Reef


to splash around in as well as lots of warungs to hang in, making it

ideal for those all-day surf sessions.

Further north along the Sanur beach strip there are many reef

breaks, most that require a long paddle or a boat ride to access,

so often there are not many surfers out. From Hyatt Reef at the

south end to Sanur Reef in the north, there are plenty of waves

to be had depending upon the size and strength of the swell, and

they can be surfed most any time of the day.

Up past Sanur along the coastal road is Keramas, arguably

the most well known east coast location where nowadays there is

almost no chance that you’ll ever be surfing it alone, unlike some

of the other wet season spots. Known for its consistency and

wave quality, most every surfer that arrives in Bali will at some

point end up at Keramas to give it a go.

The West Coast WavesSince the wind blows onshore on the West Coast most of the

rainy season, early morning sessions are mandatory if you plan on

surfing in the best conditions. If you’re lucky the winds won’t kick

in until mid morning, so at most of the west side breaks you can

expect glassy conditions and fun waves in the early morning.

The beach strip that starts in Kuta and ends up at Brawa

Beach will have lots of options for a dawn patrol, but as with most

beaches breaks it depends on the tides as to the quality of the

waves. As the general rule a medium to high incoming tide seems

to work best for most of the beach breaks, but a few do perform

nicely at low tide as well.

Farther up the coast you’ll find the reef breaks around Canggu

to offer up some fun waves if the winds are mild. If your timing is

good there will be a nice glass off after a heavy rain and not much

of a crowd, but if you surf near a river mouth make sure to keep

a stick of wax in your boardies because the freshwater running

down into the break often makes for a slippery deck.

If you’re into a road trip and want to stay a few days outside

the Kuta area, head north to Balian or Medewi, which are great

wet season spots to just relax, surf, and enjoy a more natural

Bali experience. Although getting more crowded now,

it is worth a visit.

So as you can see, other than a change in the wind direction

and a few raindrops for us surfers the wet season in Bali is really

not that much different from the dry season. There are plenty of

waves, a few sunny and hot days and plenty of ice cold Bintangs

to wash down those steaming plates of Nasi Goreng, all of which

make for a perfect Bali surfing holiday. ■

Text and Photos by Tim Hain

Early morning West Coast barrel

Perfect Serangan righthander


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BEYONDBALI

THE ROYALTY OF THE REPUBLIC

Yogyakarta is indeed

special. It proudly

preserves its

traditional values

while at the same

time welcomes the

changes brought by modernization.

The result is a whole new culture that is

uniquely formed in Yogyakarta.

This special city of Yogyakarta used

to be the capital of the ancient Mataram

Empire as well as the capital of Indonesia

during the Indonesian National Revolution

from 1946-1950. Today, the city is known

as Java’s cultural hub, where traditional

arts coexist in harmony with the more

contemporary ones. It is the only province

in Indonesia that is still governed by a

pre-colonial monarchy, the Sultan of

Yogyakarta, who serves as the hereditary

governor. The palace of Yogyakarta,

known as the Keraton, is the last palace

in the Republic of Indonesia that remains

active politically and socially. Members of

the royal family still reside in the palace

and are actively involved in running the

province.

This Sultanate was established in

1755 by the Dutch East India Company

(VOC) through the Treaty of Giyanti. The


This special city of Yogyakarta used to be the capital of the ancient Mataram Empire as well as the capital of Indonesia during the Indonesian National Revolution from 1946-1950. Today, the city is known as Java’s cultural hub, where traditional arts coexist in harmony with the more contemporary ones.

Sultanate of Mataram was divided into the

Sultanate of Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat

with Yoygyakarta as the capital and the

Sultanate of Surakarta Hadiningrat with

Solo as the capital.

Sultan Hamengkubuwono I built the

new capital of Yogyakarta with the Keraton

at the center of the city, Mount Merapi to

the north and Pangandaran beach at the

south to reflect Yogyakarta’s harmony

with nature.

After Indonesia gained its independence

in September of 1945, the Sultanate of

Yogyakarta declared that Yogyakarta was

The newly wed coupleSultan Hamengkubuono X and Wife


now part of the Republic of Indonesia.

When Jakarta was once again occupied

by the Dutch, the capital of the republic

was moved to Yogyakarta until 1950.

In return for this support, the Indonesian

government granted special authority over

Yogyakarta and it became a special region

within the province of Central Java.

The Keraton (the palace) plays

a central role in the Sultanate of

Yogyakarta as it was built in accordance

with the Javanese beliefs in mysticism,

spirituality and symbolism. It is encircled by

a row of mountains known as the Horizon,

as the border of the universe.

The Keraton area stretches 5 kilometers

south; symbolizing the birth of a human

and its descent from the high place to

a perishable world, while in the opposite

direction symbolizes the return of a

human to God. To the north, it stretches

2 kilometers to symbolize the road of life

that is full of temptations. The straight

road that connects the Keraton to the

Tugu monument symbolizes the close

relationship between humans and

God the creator.

The name Keraton originated from the

word keratuan, which means the place

where the king and queen live. Ratu in the

ancient Indonesian language means a king,

while in the modern Bahasa Indonesia

means a queen. The Keraton was

designed with underground tunnels for

the royal families and large open spaces

for ceremonies. The pillars are wrapped

in golden lotus and leaf ornaments, the

symbol of goodness according to Buddhist

and Hindu beliefs. Calligraphy art pieces

that spell out the words “Allah” and

“Muhammad” can also be found

in the Keraton.

The royal families are served by abdi

dalem, people who extend their services

to the Keraton voluntarily. The abdi dalem

take care of the daily necessities of

the Sultan and his extended family as

well as run the palace. They are also

responsible for performing Javanese

traditional ceremonies.

Abdi dalem are not the palace’s

employees, but rather are an integral part

of the Keraton entrusted with the values

of Yogyakarta in the modern day, the real

guardians of the Javanese culture and

traditions. Those who sign up for this are

considered very respectable. Today there

are more than two thousand abdi dalem

at the Keraton, giving their utmost

dedication and loyalty to the Sultan and

the Royal family.

Recently the Sultanate of Yogyakarta

held a grant event. It was the wedding

of the Sultan’s youngest daughter Gusti

Raden Ajeng Nur Astuti Wijareni to civil

servant Achmad Ubaidillah from

Lampung, Sumatra. Prior to the wedding,

they were given the royal titles Gusti

Kanjeng Ratu Bendara and Gusti Pangeran

Haryo Yudanegara.

The entire celebration lasted four days

from October 16-19 2011, with the actual

wedding ceremony falling on Tuesday,

October 18th. The date was carefully

determined based on a Javanese system

calculating the dates of birth of the bride

and groom resulting a good date which

is hoped could bring happiness and

prosperity to the couple.

The festivities were rich in Javanese

culture that began with a plangkahan

ritual held at the Sultan’s residence on

Sunday. The ritual was needed as the

bride was marrying before her older sister.

In plangkahan, the bride is required to

present gifts to her unmarried older sister

and to seek permission.

Another ritual that took place on that

day was pasang tarub, or a procession to

decorate the house of the bride’s family.

The Keraton (the palace) plays a central role in the Sultanate of Yogyakarta as it was built in accordance with the Javanese beliefs in mysticism, spirituality and symbolism. It is encircled by a row of mountains known as the Horizon, as the border of the universe.

Keraton’s Abdi Dalem


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Kereta Kanjeng Kyai Jatayu and it was

used as the official carriage of the crown

prince to attend formal events.

The street of Malioboro was closed for

the festivities. It was filled with thousands

of onlookers and hundreds of stalls offering

free food to celebrate the day.

In this ceremony, people had the

chance to get up close and personal

with the newlyweds. They come from all

over Yogyakarta and other neighboring

villages to watch the parade, and many

of them braved the heat in traditional

Javanese dresses to pay respect to their

Sultan. Their love and utmost dedication

to the royal family clearly reflected that the

Sultanate of Yogyakarta still plays a very

important role in the lives of the people of

Yogyakarta today. ■

Text by Patricia Ivana

Photos by Josua Alessandro

YOGYAKARTA

Farmers groups from Bantul presented

their harvests for this ritual. They brought

bunches of bananas, bamboo and sugar

cane as well as two goats heads.

The siraman ritual, the ceremony of

showering the bride and groom prior to the

wedding, was held on the second day. The

ritual was done in separate locations but

started at the same time at noon. The ritual

is meant to purify the bride and groom

both physically and mentally while at the

same time asking for a blessing from

both parents.

The wedding itself took place on the

third day. After exchanging wedding vows,

the couple performed the panggih ritual,

where the bride washed the groom’s feet

as a symbol of service and respect.

The groom then carried the bride as

a symbol of patience and responsibility.

After the ceremony the newlyweds

greeted the guests, among which were

President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and

his wife, Vice President Boediono and his

wife, and many other senior government

officials, ambassadors and public figures.

The last ceremony, the kirab manten,

was the most awaited. In this ritual the

newlyweds were paraded in a horse-drawn

carriage from the Keraton to the governor

office complex. The carriage was called


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CAPITALCORNER

The end of the year is

definitely the most

awaited time for

all shopaholics in

the world. The jaw-

dropping discounts

are offered in almost every big mall and

department store especially in a big city

like Jakarta. This could only mean one

thing: a true haven for bargain hunters!

Welcoming the end of the year, there

are many events and festivities held in

celebration. This is the time when most

shopping malls and department stores

put up the big signs that make everyone’s

eyes widen who are passing by. Who

would not be attracted to a 90% discount

when written on the boards of almost every

season. These sale programs can be

offered many times in a year, especially

when there is a special occasion such

as the city anniversary. But of course the

craziest discount season that will make

women scream and run to the shops with

large sale board signs are usually held at

the end of the year, especially if the shop

sells branded items.

If you think you don’t really need

to wear the latest style of fashion, the

‘clearance’ products have everything you

really need. The key is to make sure the

product meets your needs by checking out

shop in every shopping mall?

At this time of the year the big malls

and shopping centers are all competing

to spoil the shopping lovers with the

cheapest prices of the year. So Jakarta’s

shopping season can be very-very

tempting. Not only local brands but also

the internationally famous brands all

participate in this year-end sale. This is a

part of their marketing strategy to clear out

all the overstock taking up too much space

in their storage.

Most of the products on sale are

fashion items whose styles are out of

Jakarta’s Year End SaleJakarta’s shopping season at the end of the year can be very tempting with the crazy discounts that will make women scream and run to the shops with the biggest sign on its door.

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the features ahead of time on either the

manufacturer’s or store’s website.

Each shopping center has various types

of discounts to offer. Some of the malls

cut the price with discounts as low as 70%

and even 90%, while others offer a Buy-1-

Get-1-Free or Buy-2-Get-1 or simply just

offer free gifts.

Not only doing internal promotions,

the stores also sometimes team up with

a bank to give extra discounts to credit

card holders or give customers of loyalty

programs a special price.

Senayan City is one shopping mall

that offers this annual event. Get ready

for the Midnight Shopping that will be

held from December 8-11 with up to

70% discount offered by more than 265

participating tenants. After that, on Dec

17 the shopping parade will continue with

Morning Shopping from 8 am ‘til 10 am.

Again, the discount is up to 70%.


So, are you an interested bargain hunter in Jakarta? Here are some tips from us:

1. Make a list of things you really need.

Avoid buying things you don’t really need

which just will end up forever in your

drawer.

2. Know your limit. Know how much cash

you’re able to spend. Never, ever, exceed

that limit.

3. Be a visionary. Is it worth it to buy

clothing that is too large for you and then

spend extra cash for a tailor?

4. You need a lot of patience. Browse the

shops first before you decide to buy so

you can compare prices and not end up

buying things you will regret. Ask the sales

person to check the stock they have to

find your perfect size.

5. Shop on the weekdays instead of the

weekend, so you won’t get trapped with

the crazy crowds. The sales person will

even have more time to help you.

6. Compare prices in every store so you

can get the best deal. Check out the

normal price on websites so you don’t end

up buying “discounted” items where the

price has actually has been raised before.

7. Always prioritize quality. It’s better

to buy more expensive stuff but with

good quality than discounted items that

won’t last long, especially for electronic

equipment.

8. You’ll be drawn with the sale,

don’t forget to eat first and get your

stamina ready.

9. Check for the warranty.

10. Check the price tag and ask the sales

person if it’s the price after discount or

before.

11. Try on the clothes before you buy

them to make sure the clothes suit you.

Last but not least, have fun! So, let’s go

shopping!

Text by Devishanty

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AND THE NEW 7 WONDERS ARE...

NEW LADY AT THE HELMNovotel Yogyakarta welcomes a new leader, Jessica Uekermann, newly appointed

as General Manager. In October 2011, Jessica started her assignment managing the hotel in the historically unique city of Yogyakarta. Her previous duties included managing

the Ibis Arcadia in Jakarta and the Mercure Hue Herbera in Vietnam. She says she is excited to start creating special promotions and programs to give

the best service to all the Novotel Yogyakarta’s guests. Novotel Yogyakarta,

Jl. Jend Sudirman 89, Yogyakarta, (0274) 580-930, www.novotel.com

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After a complete makeover and full maintenance in early 2011, Danoya Villa is back offering the new atmosphere of relaxing tropical villas, mixing open-plan architecture with an Indonesian touch. They are stylishly furnished with all the benefits that are expected at a luxury resort which have been tailored for a clientele that demands the very best in construction, management, services and amenities.

Danoya Villa is only 40 minutes away from Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport. Close to restaurants, shopping precinct of Seminyak and the entertainment district of Oberoi. Only a few minutes from the beach, the villas are accessible to all the leisure activities associated with a Balinese getaway - the countryside around the resort is surrounded by the rice fields of Batubelig.

New private villas of two bedroom and three bedroom categories are now available at Danoya Villa. Designed with a minimalist and modern approach, and well appointed with modern amenities, these villas will be an ideal retreat in a perfect destination for your holiday in Bali.

Jalan Batubelig 559, Kerobokan, Kuta – BaliTel: (0361) 4735 305 Fax: (0361) 4733 372E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.danoya.com

Danoya Villa Private Luxury Residences

private luxury residences

HOTELHIGHLIGHTS

Bali Tropic Resort & Spa is an all-inclusive hotel that epitomizes the authentic Balinese architecture and style fringed by white-sand and crystalline sea--s. It combines nature, rejuvenating spa treatments, and a host of recreational activities to give you the ultimate tropical retreat...

Perched gracefully between the ocean and the sky, embraced by the lush tropical landscape, resort serenity designed for indulgence, the ambience is definitely natural, a place of beauty beyond imagining.

The resort offers 130 deluxe rooms, 14 royal bungalows and 3 2-bedroom suites, each featuring individually controlled air–conditioning, private bath/showers, satellite TV, IDD, minibars, and tea/coffee making facilities, safe deposit box. Vast choices for dining include three restaurants and four bars, serving international barbecue buffet dinner. Bali Tropical Spa has 10 treatment rooms with private shower and bathtub offering traditional massages, body scrubs, facial and other therapies to choose from.

Experience the authentic Balinese hospitality.

Bali Tropic Resort & Spa

Jl. Pratama 34A, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua Tel: (62) 361 772130, Fax: (62) 361 772131E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.balitropic-resort.com

All Inclusive

Hotel Santika Kuta is a strategic base from which to explore the island of Bali at leisure. Located in the heart of Kuta’s vibrant shopping and dining district, the property is just minutes from the island’s celebrated sunset beach. Within easy reach to the airport and other popular sites of interest, Hotel Santika Kuta welcomes travellers from all walks of life with genuine hospitality.

The Superior Room anticipates the needs of today’s traveller with a smart decor in earthy tones and modern conveniences to ensure a relaxing experience. It is an exceptionally comfortable base for business or leisure guests during their time on the island of Bali.

Appetites are satisfied at Kafe Serani. This open-plan dining area serves an extensive buffet breakfast and a more substantial menu of Indonesian and Western cuisine as well as light refreshments.

Meet in style with a fully equipped meeting room located just off the lobby, designed to accommodate 50 participants in a classroom set-up, and 35 delegates in a U-shape configuration. Meeting package rates with attractive incentives are available on request.

Jln Raya Kuta 98, Kuta, Bali - IndonesiaPh: +62 361 764-033, 764-044 Fax: +62 361 [email protected]

Hotel Santika Kuta Bali

The Dreamland Luxury Villas & Spa

Jl. Raya Uluwatu, Br. Bakung Sari, Ungasan, South Kuta, BaliTel. (0361) 708 199; Fax. (3361) 708 168E-mail: [email protected]@dreamland-villa.comwww.dreamland-villa.com

The Dreamland Luxury Villas & Spa is a new destination for those who want to experience the atmosphere of first class service with state of the art facilities. 42 Private Pool Villas are available with different categories; 1 bedroom suite villa, 2 and 3 bedroom family villas to meet every guest’s dream.

The Dream Spa is a fantastic hide away spa destination for the mind, body and soul. Featuring 3 Romantic Spa Rooms with double spa bed, shower, Jacuzzi, Sauna and spa locker. From the moment you enter into the resort’s lobby you can see the amazing Ocean Views, nice breeze, breathe in the fresh air, you can feel the sensation of the tranquil up hill environment. The Dream Spa is where a heavenly atmosphere invites you to relax, with an assortment of treatments invite you to indulge. Let the sensation of the Dream Spa’s atmosphere pamper and comport you soon.

In the Ungasan village, high on the southernmost peninsula of the island of Bali. Ten minutes to Dreamland beach, from your villa by our free shuttle service.


THE FESTIVITIES SEASON CONTINUES…The Park Lane Jakarta is welcoming the festive season by extending several offers for the end of the year. Enjoy the international dinner buffet selections of smoked Christmas Ham, Traditional Turkey, Prime Beef or 5-course Christmas Dinner set menu with wine pairings at the Riva Restaurant. On New Year’s Eve, get your next year prediction from a Fortune Teller and Magician and then enjoy the entertainment from the Stroller Band at Cafe One. A delicious International Buffet will be served for an unforgettable night with a chance to win exciting lucky draw prizes, while at the Riva Restaurant you can enjoy a dazzling 5-course tasting menu including a glass of Sparkling Royal on arrival before the countdown and party ‘til dawn. The Park Lane Jakarta, (021) 828-2000 ext. 2113, www.parklanejakarta.com

At the Mandarin Oriental Jakarta the festive season starts on December 2nd with a Christmas tree lighting ceremony in the hotel lobby accompanied by beautiful Christmas Carols sung by the IPEKA

International School and PNIEL Orphanage Children Choir. For the feast, the stylish all-day Cinnamon restaurant presents a wonderful array of authentic Asian fare and international Christmas cuisine,

including free flow non-alcoholic beverages. Lyon, the best French restaurant in the city, will offer a festive and classic Parisian atmosphere with delicious food and fine wines with Executive Chef Thierry Le

Queau preparing traditional French Christmas dishes and sumptuous New Year’s cuisine to complete the culinary journey of this holiday season, while Xin Hwa introduces Christmas and New Year’s all-you-can-

eat dim sum bunch, specially prepared by Chef Wong Pak Khay, the hotel’s new Chinese Dim Sum chef. The celebration will end on New Year’s Eve where guests can enjoy the city’s magnificent fireworks show

at the most strategic place in Jakarta, on both Jalan Sudirman and the Welcome Monument directly in front of the hotel. Mandarin Oriental, (021) 2993-8800, www.mandarinoriental.com

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR

PERFORMANCES OF THE YOUTHSeveral young Balinese artists are collaborating on a painting exhibition called the Ubud Young Artists Exhibition, featuring selected modern traditional Balinese paintings. The exhibition will be held at the Ulun Ubud Resort & Spa starting on December 18 and will end on January 5. A free shuttle will pick up guests who want to visit the exhibition. The pick up point is the Ubud Tourist Information Center every day of the exhibition at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The Young Artists Exhibition is managed by Sarasvati Art Management.Ulun Ubud Resort & Spa, Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Ubud(0361) 975-024. Sarasvati Art Management, Suite 4802 Menara BCA - Grand Indonesia, Jl. MH Thamrin No. 1, Jakarta (021) 235-870-01, ubudyoungartists.tumblr.com


Budesa Indonesia Grill & Seafood

Budesa Indonesia Grill & SeafoodJalan By-Pass Ngurah Rai No. 888Simpang Siur, Kuta - BaliP. 62 361 7955909 F. 62 361 768 [email protected]

Do you often feel tired and confused with your daily bustles? Do you miss the cool rural atmospheres? Do you want to enjoy your meal in peace and friendliness?

Head to the newly opened Budesa Restaurant in Kuta, where you can enjoy a meal in a calm and cozy atmosphere.

Come as you are, and be greeted by the rushing sounds of clear water and rural voices. Select your live gourami, crab, or favorite selection from our live aquariums, and savor the best flavors with our authentic Indonesian recipes in no time.

Enjoy the delicious Indonesian food and fresh seafood dishes.

For reservations, please dial: (0361) 7955-909 or (0361) 768-244

DININGDIRECTORY

Basilico Italian Pavilion & Bar

Basilico Italian Pavilion & Bar is an elegant, yet cozy, Italian restaurant, with indoor and outdoor garden seating. It offers an intimate dining room with great views of the sea,

beach and marvelous gardens.

The restaurant serves fresh home-made pasta, pizza and other Italian specialties. Enjoy the relaxing ambience and savor a truly satisfying dining experience.

Located right on the sandy beach of Sanur and surrounded by 7 hectares of tropical garden, discover a perfect culinary experience at Sanur Beach Bali.

Open daily for lunch and dinner from 11.00am – 11.00pm

Basilico Italian Pavilion & Bar Jl. Danau Tamblingan, Sanur 80228, Bali Indonesia P.62 361 288011 F.62 361 281 755E-mail: [email protected] www.sanurbeachhotelbali.com

BRASSERIE fresh, grill, roasted Rush Bamboo Restaurant

THE ELYSIAN Jl. Sari Dewi 18, Seminyak, Kuta, Bali Indonesia 80361 T +62 361 730999 • F +62 361 737509E [email protected] • www.theelysian.com

Japanese fusion-style cooking arrives at The Elysian

Commencing this April, Rush Bamboo Restaurant presents our guests with a completely new concept for Bali. Inspired by the variety of worldwide cuisines that continue to arrive in Bali along with the increase in tourism from distant shores, Executive Chef Surya Negara (aka, Chef Banjar) will be creating a series of unique, Japanese-inspired fusion meals.

Chef Banjar will design an original 4-course set menu every day but only after a visit to the local markets. This means he can take advantage of the freshest produce, ensuring taste sensations that are both innovative and exhilarating.

Each meal presentation will reflect the exotic flavours and delicate touch of Japanese cuisine yet will always take a note of inspiration from his Balinese background.

Jl. Kartika Plaza ( next to BALI RANI HOTEL ), Kuta, Bali. T +62 361 751369 ext.709

see, feel, and taste the differenceDining Inspiration ...Discover the scrumptious fine fresh food in a warm and stunning ambience with air conditioned dining room or terrace setting.

Begin the journey of your culinary delights, from the delectable appetizer to the mouth watering dessert, all with affordable prices of the best food quality selections: tasty seafood, choose from the daily fresh caught seafood display, live action from teppanyaki griddle, make your own sandwich at the sandwich counter, fresh salad, roasted display: peking duck & ribs, a selection of Asian & Western cuisine, and a wide range of exotic tropical cocktails and drinks at the Bar.

HAPPY HOURS 25% disc on beverages from 9 pm to 11 pm, except premium brands.

We look forward to welcoming and serving you at the new BRASSERIE, daily open for all day dining from 11 am to 12 midnight.


COMMUNITYCALENDAR

Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Nusa Dua (Nusa Dua Tourism Institute) with Bali’s youth communities including Urban Community and Creative Community will host a special event called Youtheria 2011 at Kuta Beach on December 10, from 3-10 p.m. The aim is to gather several local young communities to show concern and participate in activities such as a Beach Clean Up, Community Exhibition, Live Performances, Fashion Show and several quizzes. They also will introduce selections of Indonesian authentic cuisine at a Food Expo to feed the hungry visitors while enjoying the show and performances. 081-705-888-39 (Ringga), 081-706-681-17 (Rahma)

SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY

VOTE FOR BALI’S HEROINECNN has announced its Top 10 Heroes, an award given to remarkable people who have dedicated themselves to society and changing the world. One of the finalists is Robin Lim, a Bali-based midwife who has helped thousands of low-income women have a healthy pregnancies and births. Mother Robin, as she is called, created a foundation called Yayasan Bumi Sehat in 1995, as she was very concerned about the numbers of infants and mortalities in poor families. The foundation provides treatment and antenatal care, free or paid. As one of the top 10 she receives a USD 50,000 grant, while one of the top 10 will be voted as the CNN Hero of the Year by the public and will receive an additional USD 250,000. Help Robin Lim to win by voting her at www.cnnheroes.com, and if she wins, she will donate the money prize to expand her support network. The vote will be closed on December 7 and the Heroes will be honored on December 11 at “CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute” at CNN network. Other heroes are Eddie Canales who provides emotional and financial support to high school football players who’ve sustained life-changing spinal cord injuries, Taryn Davis who created the American Widow Project, Sal Dimiceli who has spent decades helping people get back on their feet, Derreck Kayongo with his Global Soap Project, Diane Latiker who started a community program called Kids Off the Block, Patrice Millet, who has dedicated his life to helping children in his native Haiti, Bruno Serato who provides dinner seven days a week to more than 300 children at the Boys & Girls Club in Anaheim, California, Richard St. Denis who provided hundreds of wheelchairs and mobility aids to people living with disabilities in rural Mexico and Amy Stokes who takes care of South African children affected by HIV/AIDS and poverty.www.baliangels.org, www.bumisehatbali.org, www.robinlimsupport.org, www.cnnheroes.com


SEE&SEEN

Classic Fine Foods held a Rougie cocktail meeting for Bali’s food experts at the W Retreat & Spa Seminyak on November 17. Rougie is well known as a French foie gras producer, a popular French delicacy. The event was attended by the General Managers and Executive Chefs of some prestigious hotels and fine dining venues in Bali.www.classicfinefoods.com

The Coca Cola Indonesian Surfing Championship Tour has crowned Marlon Gerber the 2011 Open Division Champion, the most significant reward of his career so far, at W Retreat & Spa Seminyak. Gerber now joins the ranks of Indonesia’s surfing elite. Yasnyiar Gea took home her fourth championship in women divison while Jeren Kiring hoisted the 2011 Junior Division Championship trophy. For the ISC Longboard Division, Arip Nurhidayat received his first championship trophy. www.isctour.com

AWARD RECEIVED

FINAL RESULTThe Commonwealth Bank Tournament of Champions was held at the Bali International Convention Center at the Westin Resort in Nusa Dua from November 3-6, as Bali’s last WTA Championship event. The event was themed “Strong is Beautiful” and Ana Ivanovic was once again the winner of the tournament, beating Medina Garrigues with a score of 6-3 6-0. Ivanovic also celebrated her 24th birthday on her winning day. www.commbanktennis.com

THE FINE FOOD MEETING

The 19th ASEAN Summit and other related summits have been successfully held at the Bali International Conference Centre (BICC) and the Westin Resort Nusa Dua from November 16-19. These international events were attended by the head state of ASEAN countries, Prime Minister of India Manmohan Singh, the Prime Minister of South Korea Kim Hwang-Sik, President of the United States Barack Obama, United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, the President of Brazil Dilma Rousseff, Secretary General of the United Nations Ban Ki-Moon, Premier of the Government Administration Council of the Central People’s Government of People’s Republic of China Wen Jiabao, Prime Minister of Australia Julia Gillard, the Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov and many more high ranking officials. In conjunction with the summits, there were several exhibitions, bazaars, festivals and cultural events showcased by the Indonesian Government including the ASEAN Film Festival, ASEAN Bloggers Conference, ASEAN Art Exhibition that were held at Museum Pasifika ‘til January 15, 2012, and ASEAN Fair.

ADJOINING SUMMITS


SEE&SEEN

SCOOPING THE AWARDS

The Begawan Foundation celebrated the arrival of 20 Bali Starlings from Europe and 3 Bali Starlings from Jurong Bird Park (JBB), joining its new breeding center at Sibang on November 8. Many local and international supporters of the Bali Starling breeding and release program attended the event, which has now been in operation for 12 years. www.begawanfoundation.org

WELCOME HOME

The Samaya Ubud has just received 5 awards at the 10th annual HAPA awards (Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards) in Singapore. The awards received were the HAPA Service Excellence Award for Indonesia, Gold Medalist HAPA Signature Boutique Resort, Gold Medalist HAPA Resort of The Year, HAPA Platinum Award for Service Excellence for Asia, and Platinum Award for HAPA General Manager of The Year. ubud.thesamayabali.com

In conjunction with the 19th ASEAN Summit and to commemorate the 15th ASEAN-Russia Cultural Dialogue Relationship, an ASEAN - Russia Symphony Orchestra of Young Musicians was held at the Bali Safari & Marine Park on November 19. The orchestra is made up of 72 young musicians from ASEAN countries and Russia led by Singgih Sanjaya and Alexander Polischuck.

HARMONY IN MUSIC

CONCERT BY THE BEACHJason Mraz just held a concert by the beach called “You are Loved” at Taman Bhagawan in Nusa Dua on November 9. The concert started at 8.30 p.m. and finished at 10.30 p.m., with Jason performing a total of 25 songs including his singles Lucky and I’m Yours as well as other songs such as Fly Me to The Moon. The crowd was grouped into three different classes, VIP Festival, Premium Festival and Regular Festival, and each was separated by gates.

THE MAGICAL NUMBERKupu Kupu Jimbaran Rooftop & Spa celebrated its grand opening on November 11. The event was called Eleven Eleven and was held with an array of programs including a Food Festival, Photo Competition, Fashion Show, Kids Painting Competition, Live Music and a Big Sale, and was attended by many people from the hospitality industry on the island.(0361)703-342


SKAL BALI’S 174 MEMBERS MEET MONTHLY AT THE BEST VENUES. December 3, 2012 – Skal Ball – Discovery Kartika Plaza HotelJanuary 6, 2012 – Benkay Japanese Restaurant – Nikko Bali Resort & SpaFebruary 3, 2012 - SOS at Anantara Seminyak Resort and Spa

Skal International, the World’s largest travel and tourism organization, founded in Paris in 1934 groups 20,000 industry management and professionals in 450 clubs in 90 countries.

Skal Bali is Southeast Asia’s largest club and the fifth largest Skal club worldwide

Membership and Information - contact our Secretariat Manager Gede Juwena, Telephone: 7840212, email: [email protected]; www.skalbali.com

MEMORABLE GATHERING AT HU’U LAST SKAL LUNCH IN 2011 A warm November day in a garden setting welcomed a near record turnout of 96 Skal Bali members and guests to convivial finish to the year’s lunch calendar. Welcome drinks were a choice of Lychee Martini or Cantaloupe Iced Tea followed by a menu of Sourdough bread & truffle butter, Portobello napoleon with goat cheese rocket & a pine nut truffle vinaigrette and a choice of Grilled barramundi on crushed potatoes with green beans & a saffron lime beurre blanc or Coriander Glazed Chicken with baked pineapple fried rice, pickled vegetables & a red curry coconut sambal sauce, as main courses. The delicious dessert was a Double fudge chocolate cake with macerated strawberry. All were given a parting gift of Skal Sustainable Development Award winning Muntigunung project vacuum-packed cashew nuts in a hand made lontar basket. The day finished with the news of the lunch line-up for the start of 2012

SKAL INTERNATIONAL BALIAn International Association of Travel and Tourism Professionals

Doing Business Among Friends


The Maxi Hotel & Spa is situated in the heart of Bali’s shopping and nightlife district. Centrally located, the property offers an ideal base for visitors wishing to explore Bali while keeping all the island’s best shops, bars, restaurants and beaches within easy walking distance.

Hotel facilities and services include restaurant, bar, meeting room, massage and spa, room service, swimming pool with Jacuzzi, children’s pool, laundry and dry cleaning service, airport pickup and transfer, snack bar, tour desk, doctor on call, free car park, baby sitter upon request, broadband internet connection, major credit cards accepted, individually controlled air-conditioning, local and IDD telephone, satellite TV, daily mineral water, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, mini bar, personal electronic safe deposit, tea & coffee maker. The balcony overlooking the swimming pool and landscaped tropical garden offers a private area for relaxing.

The hotel is less than 15 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport; 20 minutes drive to Denpasar, 30 minutes from Sanur, Nusa Dua and within 45 minutes drive to the artistic centre of Ubud and about 350 meters from Bali’s famous Kuta Beach.

Jl. Legian 83A, Legian Tel: (0361) 754-082 Fax: (0361) 750-792E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.maxi-hotel.com

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INTERNATIONAL NEWSPAPERSNEWSPAPER DIRECT – Bali widest range of daily newspapers from

anywhere of the world. Chose from 1012 titles of 79 countries, daily, weekly or

as you like it. This service delivers you the complete edition of your preferred

hometown newspaper on the same day of publication to your hotel or

residence on Bali. Contact your hotel or villa reception or call or email them for

the selection and pricelist 0361 769414 /

[email protected]

TOURS & TRAVELADVENTURE INDONESIA Tour Operator – Tailored Made Itinerary, Special

Interest Tours : Orangutan & Dayak, Komodo & Flores Adventure, Tana Toraja,

Explore Irian Jaya Tribes, Fun Jungle Survival, Student Field Trips. BALI: Ruko

Wana Segara 12A, Tel: (0361) 750 971, 750 964. JAKARTA: Wisma 31

kemang, 3rd floor tel: (021) 7182250/56, Email: [email protected]

www.adventureindonesia.com

ADVENTURE INDONESIA ready to be your professional outsource partner

for your corporate outing and training event, ready to customize for the

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Email : [email protected], Tel +62 21 7196061, 7182250

ACTION & ATTRACTIONBALI ORCHID GARDEN – Enjoy the

beauty of walking among hundreds of

beautiful and rare orchids, Heliconia,

Ginger and other interesting plants. A

peaceful, natural and safe haven close

to the city. Enjoy a drink and find unique

souvenirs. Tel: 466-010, Fax: 466-011

www.baliorchidgardens.com

E-mail: [email protected]

BALI QUAD DISCOVERY TOURS - The Bali Quad and Bali Buggy tours

both bring you to a part of Bali where you still can find old traditions alive.

Drive yourself with a specially designed off-road vehicle that copes with all

kinds of terrain, through an authentic part of the island, passing rice fields,

crossing jungles and driving through a traditional Balinese village. The views

during these tours are sometimes beyond description. BaliQuad (using ATV’s

/ quad bikes) and BaliBuggy (using off-road cars) are located in different

locations which offer different tracks. A special “2-in-1 adventure” can be

arranged, combining both off-road tours in one great adventurous day.

BaliQuad, Jl. Wirasatya VI No.9X, Suwung Kangin, Denpasar

Tel: 720-766; Fax: 727-956

www.baliquad.com; www.balibuggy.com


AIRLINES

■ AIRPORT OPERATOR:Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS:Wisthi Sabha Building, 2nd FloorNgurah Rai International AiprortCall Centre: 0804-1-888888

■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA:Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: (0361) 768-369

■ ROYAL BRUNEI:Tel: (0361) 757-292

■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES:Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, AirportTel: (0361) 768-388, Fax: (0361) 768-383

■ GARUDA: Jl. Jalan Sugianyar 5 DenpasarTel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-29824-hour access: 08071-807-807

■ MERPATI: Jl. Melati No. 51, DenpasarTel: (0361) 235-358Airport Tel: (0361) 751-011, ext. 5240/5242Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741

■ MANDALA AIRLINES: Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya, Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, DenpasarReservation Call center 08041234567

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

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

■ QATAR AIRWAYS:Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta BeachTel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788. Wisti Sabha Building, 2nd Floor, Ngurah Rai International Aiprort, Tel: (0361) 760-274Fax: (0361) 760-275

■ DEPARTUREArrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 40,000. Residents pay an additional Rp. 2.5 million Fiscal tax for international departures, whereas holders of official tax registration (NPWP) numbers are Fiscal tax-exempt. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

CONSULATES

■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND: Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195 E-mail: [email protected]

■ BRITAIN: Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804E-mail: [email protected]

■ BRAZIL: Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005E–mail: [email protected]

■ CHILE: Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783E-mail: [email protected]

■ CZECH REPUBLIC: Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur. Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: (0361) 286-408 E-mail: [email protected]

■ FRANCE: Jl. Mertasari Gg. II No. 8, Sanur Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: (0361) 286-406 E-mail: [email protected]

■ GERMANY: Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Batujimbar, SanurTel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826Email: [email protected]

■ HUNGARY: Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456Email: [email protected]

■ ITALY: Lotus Enterprises BuildingJl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, JimbaranTel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org

■ JAPAN: Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066 E-mail: [email protected]

■ MALAYSIA: Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai KutaTel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373E-mail: [email protected]

■ MEXICO: PT Puri Astina Putra BuildingJl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon, DenpasarTel: (0361) 223-266, Fax: (0361) 244-568E-mail: [email protected]

■ NETHERLANDS: KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, KutaTel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777E-mail: [email protected]

■ ROYAL DANISH: Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai, no. 229, SanurTel: (0361) 8216-979, Fax: (0361) 287-931E-mail: [email protected]

■ POLAND: Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C, Banjar Umasari, KerobokanTel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165E-mail: [email protected]

■ SLOVAKIA: Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477E-mail: [email protected]

■ SPAIN: Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11Jl. Patih Jelantik, KutaTel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296E-mail: [email protected]

■ SWEDEN & FINLAND:Segara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara AyuTel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211E-mail: [email protected]

■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA:Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No 12, Kuta Tel: (0361) 751-735, Fax: (0361) 754-457E-mail: [email protected]

■ THAILAND:Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81, Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310 E-mail: [email protected]

■ TIMOR LESTE:Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, DenpsarTel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092E-mail: [email protected]

■ UNITED STATES: Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, DenpasarTel: (0361) 233-605, Fax: (0361) 222-426 E-mail: [email protected]

HEALTH&MEDICAL

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

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

Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately.

Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe. Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun. Use high SPF sunblock and a hat.

AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world. They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.

HOSPITAL

■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC: 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff.Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361.Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515.

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

MUSEUMS

■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART (ARMA):

Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229.Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm.

■ ABIAN KAPAS: Tel: (0361) 227-176East Denpasar.

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

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

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

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

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

■ MUSEUM LE MAYEUR:Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur. Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday.

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

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

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

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

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

TOURIST INFO.

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

■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT: Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE: Jl. Kuta Raya 2, KutaTel: (0361) 756-175/76

■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE:Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, DenpasarTel: (0361) 222-387

■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE: Jl. Veteran 23, SingarajaTel: (0362) 251-41

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

INFOINDEX

bali & beyond magazine december 2011

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