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THE SECRET GARDENA HIDDEN PARADISE IN NORTH BALI
PIECES OF POSITIVITYTAKE A LEAP OF
FAITH TO BE MORE POSITIVE
HELLO, 2016!BEGIN THE NEW YEAR WITH A HEALTHY MIND, BODY AND SOUL
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‘Om Swastiastu...’
A new year has begun, and it is time to let go of the past and begin a new journey.
Maybe this year is the perfect time to make your long-forgotten dreams come true, like
opening up a business or leaving the job you never actually loved and moving on to a
new one that makes you happy. Whatever it is, you surely need encouragement from
within yourself, and the main key for that to happen is to have a positive mindset.
There are a number of holistic places in Bali that might be able to help you to be more
focused and optimistic in everything that you do. Flip through ‘LIFESTYLE & LEISURE’ to see
how mediation, exercises, holistic healers and even an app in your smartphone can help
you. Afterwards, feed your body with nutritious food – take a look at ‘DINE & DELIGHTS’
that reveals the delicious mind-blowing raw food dishes at Sakti Dining Room, located at
Fivelements.
Meanwhile, our contributor Anggara Mahendra captures the pristine nature of Bali
that he shares in ‘FOTO FOLIO’ – his photo collection might inspire you to become one
with nature and fi nd that peaceful state of mind you’ve been looking for. As for those who
are looking for traditional healers in Bali, our ‘CRAFT & CULTURE’ is where we reveal all
about Balinese healers, who are called Balian.
For sure there are a lot of places in Bali that can help you with your soul searching,
but the simplest way is to go to the beach and contemplate as the sun is setting on the
horizon. After all, the atmosphere of the whole island is positive enough already and that
will help you recharge your energy to start afresh in 2016.
‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’
The Team
HELLO, 2016!
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AMELIA WINNIEis a strategic corporate communication and freelance writer who fi nds sanity in outdoor activities, adventures, coffee and dogs.
MELIANA SALIMAn accidental writer, a closet photographer and a restless traveler (with an old European soul) who fi nds solace in scuba diving, spontaneous road trips and a hot bath, loves gourmet picnics, street food and great wines, and dreams of living in an Eco-capsule in every continent.
ANGGARA MAHENDRAis a Balinese photographer based in Denpasar. He is currently working on personal documentary projects related to cultural, social, and environmental issues.
NADIA BINTOROtook a master’s degree in International Multimedia Journalism at the University of Newcastle, and now has turned her passion for writing and traveling into a series of travel pieces published in a number of media.
KATIE TRUMAN waved goodbye to her native England fi fteen years ago and has been living in Southeast Asia as a freelance writer ever since. She contributes to numerous international publications on her two big loves, Vietnam and Indonesia.
TAUFAN WIJAYA is working on an MA in Journalism in the Philippines and personal photojournalism projects on water & sanitation and women with cancer. Follow him on Twitter @taufanwijaya_ or www.taufanwijaya.com
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Contributors BAYU RAHANATHA, AMELIA WINNIE, KATIE TRUMAN, MELIANA SALIM, NADIA BINTORO, TAUFAN WIJAYA, ANGGARA MAHENDRA, JOSEPH WANG
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12 PRIMEPROMOTION Hot deals and promotions of
the month that shouldn’t be missed
16 NEW&NEWS This month’s select news updates
from the island’s tourism industry
and what’s new around the island
64 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism
industry and what’s new beyond Bali
66 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and
various happenings of interest, from
art exhibitions to special events
68 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings
within the preceding month
70 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specifi c tourism
areas and places of interest, as
well as a distance scale between
the island’s main destinations
74 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and
island-based businesses
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36REST&RELAXATIONLIKE A ROYALA luxurious weekend getaway at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali
40PONDERINGPOINTNEW YEAR, NEW YOUWill 2016 witness your best intentions becoming reality?
18CRAFT&CULTURETHE CHOSEN ONEThe power of the Balian, a Balinese healer
22LIFESTYLE&LEISUREPIECES OF POSITIVITYHow to start 2016 with a beautiful mind and soul
26DINE&DELIGHTSTHE ELEMENTS OF LIFEDelicious raw food at Sakti Dining Room
30INVITE&INDULGEA BEAUTY RETREATJoin the Art De Vivre program at the Sofi tel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
34SIGHTS&SOUNDSPHOTOS & FUN FACTSSnapshots and quotes picked up throughout November and December
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WALK WITH NATUREAnggara Mahendra captures
the natural beauty of Bali
52ACTION&ATTRACTION
SSSH…! IT’S A SECRETAn adventure in the
Secret Garden with NEWbali
60CAPITALCORNER
SET YOUR GOAL!How to stay fi t in Jakarta
without joining a gym
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JANUARY DELIGHTSThe luxurious Mulia Spa at The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua presents
what is probably the most indulgent spa experience on the island. Dubbed Mulia
Cashmere, this special body treatment includes a gold body scrub followed by a
long deep stroke massage that incorporates body cashmere and a silk body gold
mask that will slow down collagen depletion, increase skin elasticity, and lighten
your skin complexion. The treatment is followed by a silk body gold powder
leaving your skin rehydrated and as soft as, well, cashmere.
After getting pampered at the Mulia Spa, don’t forget to indulge in some of the
resort’s new menu items that will surely please your palate, such as the Amberjack
Fest at Soleil, Indian Punjab Curry at The Soleil and Inaniwa Udon at Edogin
that is available from January 4 to 31. Oyster Delights include baked rock oyster
with cheese and steamed rock oyster with Chinese ham, which are also served at
Table8 from January 18 to 31.
The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, BaliJalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Kawasan Sawangan, Nusa Dua(0361) 301-7777www.themulia.com
TROPICAL GETAWAYCitadines Kuta Beach Bali offers a great deal for an
amazing stay right in front of the iconic Kuta Beach, with
rates starting from Rp. 1,000,000 ++/night. Citadines
Kuta Beach Bali presents a unique apartment-
hotel concept where each unit presents
a homey environment, making it your
home away from home. The hotel also
offers a rooftop area where you can
enjoy a relaxing dip in their infi nity
pool overlooking the sparkling ocean
and taste the delectable Western and
Asian cuisine at the Seasky Dine and
Bar. Citadines Kuta Beach Bali really is
the place to stay for your tropical family
getaway.
Citadines Kuta Beach BaliJalan Pantai Kuta, Kuta (0361) 849-6500www.citadines.com
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TEA AND TREATSYour afternoon in Ubud will be all the more blissful with some sweet treats at The Restaurant at The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah,
Ubud, Bali. Their Afternoon Tea menu will indulge you with a selection of premium tea and coffee, accompanied by the resort’s
delish delicacies ranging from East to West, such as Balinese tuna satay, chicken curry puffs, fi nger sandwiches, and Valrhona
chocolate cake – and of course the view of the rice paddies as an additional feast to your eyes. Available from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.,
the Afternoon Tea is priced at Rp. 300,000++/person – six to 12-year-old children get a 50 percent discount.
The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah, Ubud, BaliJalan Goa Gajah, Ubud, (0361) 975-685www.GHMhotels.com
WELCOME TO THE CLUB!Prama Sanur Beach Bali proudly launches
their newest additions to the resort, the Prama
Club Lounge and Prama Bar. With a modern
and homey design, these new facilities are
ready to serve guests with selections of classic
cocktails and other beverages accompanied
by Jazz music. The Prama Club Lounge and
Prama Bar are exclusively for the Prama Club
guests who stay at the resort’s newest Club
Rooms in the private Wisnu Wing. Are you
ready to experience this new lounge and bar?
Prama Sanur Beach BaliJalan Cemara, Sanur, (0361) 288-011www.pramasanurbeach.com
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Last November was surely unforgettable at The
St. Regis Bali Resort. The resort hosted over 60
members of The Concierge Society of Indonesia
– an affi liate of the renowned Les Clefs d’Or
Singapore, for their prestigious annual General
Meeting 2015. The amazing three-day event
was attended by professionals from Indonesia,
Singapore and Dubai, where they joined in
various activities like a workshop by one of the
Professional Les Clefs d’Or Member International
and government offi cials as well as a full-day
tour around this magical island. Not only that,
November 2015 also witnessed The St. Regis
Bali Resort being honored as the Best for Families
Resort on Conde Nast Johansens 2016 Awards
of Excellence. Congratulations!
The St. Regis Bali ResortBTDC Lot S6, Nusa Dua(0361) 8478-111www.stregisbali.com
SWEET NOVEMBER
THE LOCAL TWISTIf you’re looking for some simple, affordable and delicious food, just head down
to Local Fusion. Located in Petitenget, this restaurant serves Western food with
a twist of Indonesia – try their spaghetti with rendang (Padang beef curry),
Fettuccine with beef or chicken black pepper, each available at Rp. 40,000++.
But if you’re not feeling experimental, Local Fusion also serves Asian comfort
food such as fried rice, fried noodles, and sapi lada hitam. As for the Western
food, the restaurant offers Chicken Parmigiana, Stroganoff, and more.
Local Fusion
Jl. Lebak Sari no 26B Petitenget, Seminyak
0812-32000-400
The Best Western Hotel Imperial Jimbaran Bali
reached its fi nal phase of construction back in
late November. This great milestone in their
construction progress was celebrated with the
topping off ceremony that was attended by
the owner, construction team, and the hotel’s
management team. This brand new hotel is
located very near to the iconic Garuda Wisnu
Kencana Cultural Park and will offer 120 well-
designed rooms and on-site facilities like meeting
rooms, a ballroom, coffee shop, a rooftop
restaurant and lounge, a spa, and of course the
quintessential swimming pool. The hotel plans to
be fully operational by the end of this year.
www.bestwestern.com
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CONGRATULATIONS IN ORDERIn recognition of its signifi cant achievement
of integrating sustainable spiritual, social and
environmental ideologies into their day-to-day
practices, the Grand Aston Bali Beach Resort has
recently been awarded the Gold Status of the Tri Hita
Karana Tourism Awards 2015. This was the fi rst time
that the resort has received such an accolade and it
is a testament to the property’s commitment towards
the environment and its continuing support of the local
Tanjung Benoa Village and CSR partnership with
Yayasan Solemen Indonesia.
Grand Aston Bali Beach Resort
Jalan Pratama 68X, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua
(0361) 773-577, ww.grandastonbali.com
A brand new outlet shopping spot has just opened in Kuta.
The Sale Outlet Bali or SOB held its opening party with the
performance of The Hydrant and Devil Dice. The event was
even hotter with the crew from El Matador Food Truck fl ipping
scrumptious burgers for the attendees, while barmen from
Stark Beerhouse served fresh drinks. Open daily from 11 a.m.
to 11 p.m., SOB is a multi-brand outlet store offering the best
international and local streetwear brands such as Rusty, Dickie,
Surfer Girl, Obey, O’Neill, and more. This store is also the fi rst to
offer combat sportswear brands like Elite MMA, Venume, Fairtex,
and Shock Doctor to name a few.
Sale Outlet Bali (SOB)Jalan Raya Kuta 448, Kuta0859-3520-8799
KUTA’S LATEST ADDITION
TASTE OF JAPANThe Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali recently re-launched
its famous Japanese restaurant, Hamabe. This wonderful
restaurant was given an aesthetic facelift featuring
contemporary designs inspired by the stillness of a traditional
Japanese garden, offering a distinct atmosphere for patrons.
The restaurant’s new look also includes additional table
settings and a refreshed menu, such as the robata grill where
the food is slow-cooked over hot coals and beautifully served
on wooden paddles, retaining the natural fl avors of the
fresh ingredients. Their famous teppanyaki counter is still the
highlight, where the performance of the chefs never fails to
entertain the guests. Hamabe opens daily for dinner from
5:30 pm onwards. Reservations are essential.
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua BaliBTDC Lot N-3, Nusa Dua(0361) 771-906www.westinnusaduabali.com
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THE BALIAN, A BALINESE HEALER, IS GIVEN POWER BY THE UNIVERSE TO HELP CURE OTHERS...
THE CHOSEN ONE
“If we can accept that we
are the sum total of all
past thoughts, emotions,
words, deeds and actions,
and that our present
lives and choices are colored or
shaded by this memory bank of
the past, then we begin to see how
a process of correcting or setting
aright can change our lives, our
families and our society,” Morrnah
Nalamaku Simeona, a kahuna
lapa’au or healer from Hawaii
once said. She is well-known for
her “hooponopono”, a traditional
healing method.
When I was assigned to write
about traditional Balinese healers,
I was a bit doubtful because I
thought this topic may be too
unrealistic or even nonsensical to
some people. But for me, who lives
on this island where humans and
nature live side by side to create a
harmonious symphony of life, this
Balinese healing method quite makes
sense – maybe not logically, but
more for those who believe.
BELIEF OVER LOGICMost people tend to go to the doctor
rather than a traditional healer when
it comes time to need medication.
Over the years, modern medications
have been developed to address
our health problems, while the
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traditional healing process has been
left behind.
It was Morrnah Nalamaku
Simeona who introduced a
traditional healing method called
“hooponopono,” that has made
traditional medication a more logical
and friendly option. Her approach
– which combines the traditional
Hawaiian values of forgiving
and reconciliation with Christian
education and her philosophical
studies on India, China and Edgar
Cayce – has successfully made
many people realize that the
healing process actually starts in
their own mind.
Even though modern medicine
has invaded almost all parts of the
world, the existence of traditional
healers cannot be underestimated.
In many countries where spirituality
is still strong, these healers in their
own society become the fi rst to fi ght
diseases – although until now there
are still some pros and cons about it.
But here in Bali, the traditional and
modern medications work together
to serve the island.
THE BALIANBalinese traditional healers have
become more widely known since
the movie “Eat, Pray, Love” screened
globally. I Ketut Liyer, a Balinese
healer who specialized in fortune
reading, appeared in the movie to
help Elizabeth (an American tourist)
during her tough moments. Until
now, I Ketut Liyer still helps many
people from around the world who
believe in what he does.
In Bali, a traditional healer like I
Ketut Liyer is called a “Balian”. It is
not easy to become a balian, as a
matter of fact it is more likely to be
impossible, because this job is not
for everyone. Only a chosen one,
who is chosen by a higher being,
can be a balian. And there is no
particular description of what kind of
person would fi t the job. A master or
doctorate degree means absolutely
nothing if you are not the one. A well-
trained doctor or nurse will not get
this job unless they have the signs.
Here are some signs of how
someone can be a balian:
• A sudden trance during a
traditional Balinese ceremony.
• A sudden gift in a form of a
talent, given by nature to cure others.
• A repeated dream that appears
in someone’s sleep that allows him
or her to use spiritual power to cure
others.
• Receiving a talisman out of
nowhere such as a ring, a stone, a
small sword, or other.
BALIAN KAPAICANA Balian Kapaican is a Balinese
healer who is given a talisman by
the universe. The talisman can be
in a form of a stone, a ring, a small
sword and even an animal that has
the ability to cure someone with a
broken chakra or to help others who
suffer from a serious illness like a
mental break down.
Some of the Balian Kapaican get
their talisman in an unexplainable
situation, such as during meditation
or a prayer. Some balians claim
that the talisman is given to them by
a complete stranger. If the balian
refuses the talisman, there will be
some consequence that they have
to face. No one knows what the
consequence will be except the
balian him or herself. Some say it
A Balian Usadha can cure others through a massage
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can be a struggle in life, an illness or
other diffi culty.
I have witnessed someone who
didn’t claim herself as a Balian but
she was blessed with a talisman in
a form of an animal. The animal
is called a lungsir, a small golden
snail that will turn into oil when put
in a glass bottle. The oil is capable
of curing many illnesses, from
stomachache to fever, from wounds
to a black magic attack. She got
the lungsir every time she visited
her family temple, and she is the
only person in her family who has
this “talent”.
BALIAN KATAKSONThis Balian gets their power in
a trance. When they are in a
trance everything will happen in
an automatic mode. The Balian
Katakson doesn’t know what is
happening during the healing time,
and no one teaches them what
to do and how to heal another
person. Everything just happens
like that.
When the power arises, their
body will start moving as if being
controlled by a higher being and
the healing time begins. A Balian
Katakson is sometimes invited by
the Balinese to perform exorcism.
Usually, the candidate for a Balian
Katakson is scouted for during a
traditional Balinese ceremony.
A trance during a ceremony is
usually the sign that someone has
what it takes to become a Balian
Katakson.
BALIAN USADHAPeople call them the apprentice
because their healing power comes
from practicing. Usadha means
medication, so the Balian Usadha
is specialized at curing illness. This
type of Balian is a bit different from
the others as this one is more logical.
No trance and no talismans, but still
it’s not a job for everyone because
the skills of a Balian Usadha can
only be mastered by the chosen
one. Those skills include medication
massage, reiki (transferring positive
energy) and mixing herbal medicine.
BALIAN CAMPURANA Balian Campuran is blessed with
more than one of the aforementioned
powers. They can be a Balian
Katakson who also has talismans or a
balian with all of the above powers.
OBLIGATIONSA responsibility always comes with
a list of obligations. A balian should
do the following to maintain his or
her ability:
• To understand that to be a Balian
is a huge responsibility.
• To pray to God as God is the
source of everything in this universe.
• To always be grateful for this
beautiful life.
• To perform a certain traditional
ceremony to mark their recruitment
process.
• To serve society unconditionally.
A Balian should not charge the
patients – it is up to the patient
whether or not they want to honor
the Balian’s help.
• Without trust from the patients, a
Balian won’t be able to perform their
healing procedure. They are not
allowed to force people to believe in
what they do.
• To perform a self-cleansing
ceremony regularly.
• To keep on practicing.
WHAT YOU BELIEVEThe Balian is actually a part of the
Balinese culture. What the balian
performs is not animism. It is only
God that they worship, not the
talismans or the statues in their
temple. Those talismans and statues
are simply the tools to remember the
power of God that they are using to
help others.
And in the end, people believe
in what they want to believe. We
cannot force each other to understand
our belief, can we? A belief is an
acceptance of what we witness. It
is you who will decide whether this
story is a fact or a fantasy. And both
opinions are welcome. So, what do
you believe?
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As you are scribbling
your 2016 New
Year’s resolutions –
perhaps a slimmer
and healthier body or
more money in the bank – have you
thought about improving your inner
life as well? Often we are so blinded
with the material and physical things
that we neglect our mind and soul,
the core software that actually make
us who we are.
So this year, why don’t you
consider improving your emotional
health? After all, “that little voice
that’s running in your head” is
the key to your overall happiness.
Wouldn’t it be just plain absurd to
neglect its health?
Lucky for us, Bali has for centuries
been renowned as the spiritual
center where people from all over
the world come on their spiritual
quest, so it’s not hard to fi nd
places to work on your emotional
wellbeing. Here are some little things
that you may fi nd in Bali to make
yourself more positive and more
conscious in everything that you do
in 2016.
TAKE A BREATHWe all know the basic theory. Our
breath is the mirror of our inner
emotional state. When we are in
fear, nervous, or angry, our breath
quickens and our heart pumps at
double the normal rate. Everything
seems to be running faster and there
is no time to think, which leads to
many regretful emotional outbursts.
So to get calmer and “happier”
in 2016, there is only one clear
answer: regulate your breath through
IN 2016, WILL YOU TAKE THE LEAP OF FAITH TO HAVE A MORE POSITIVE MIND AND SOUL?
PIECES OF POSITIVITY
The Landih Ashram in Kintamani is for meditation
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meditation. Yes, you read that right.
Meditation, as scary and hippy as it
sounds, is only a matter of focusing
on your breath.
Meditation that has been
practiced for thousands of years
is the practice of non-judgmental
awareness of experiences in the
present moment. By focusing on
our breath, we are trained to be
fully present in the now rather than
having our mind running around
like a monkey, regretting the past or
getting anxious about the future.
Regular meditation is believed
to help reduce stress, worry,
anxiety, addiction, lack of focus
help address low self-esteem, and
improve relationship issues. Scientifi c
research even starts to support
this claim. By practicing regular
meditation, neuroscientists believe
that the brain physically changes
and re-shapes itself.
So while you are working hard to
shape your physical body and get
that six-pack you always dreamed
of, why don’t you also try meditation
to have a healthier and happier state
of mind?
HOW TO DO IT?
There are many yoga and spiritual
centers in Bali that offer meditation
classes. Power of Now Oasis offers
a guided meditation class in its
beautiful Bale by the beach in Sanur,
while Yoga Barn in Ubud offers
a class in Tibetan Singing Bowl
meditation among other things. If
you want to join a more committed
yogis often need to do meditation
for hours, and thus different poses
are created to make them sit
comfortably. In this sense yoga is
essentially all about connecting
your mind and body to be perfectly
aligned and at peace.
HOW TO DO IT?
With so many Yoga centers
scattered around Bali, you will not
be short of choices. Some of the
places include the Power of Now
Oasis for a yoga session at the
practice, Dhamma Java offers a
10-day silent Vipassana meditation
retreat in its stunning Landih Ashram
in the hilly Kintamani. The meditation
runs on donations and is non-
religious and non-sectarian.
PHYSICAL EXERCISETo support your meditation, what
can be more fi tting than Yoga as
the element of physical exercise?
Not only will you get that toned
body like the famous yogi Miranda
Kerr, you will also be able to center
your thoughts through its breathing
exercises.
Another ancient practice,
Yoga goes beyond stretching and
strengthening the body. It’s not about
doing all those crazy acrobatic
moves, but rather getting to know
your own body and all your own
strength and limitations.
In fact, some of the original
Yoga poses or asanas are relatively
simple, and are believed to have
been originally created to support
the practice of meditation. Old
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beach, the Yoga Barn in Ubud that
offers various levels of Yoga classes
including the fun Acro Yoga, while
Radiantly Alive in Ubud also offers
classes for beginners.
HELPING HANDSSometimes emotional wounds are
too deep and too painful to be self-
cured using yoga and meditation
only. Past trauma, unresolved
guilt, low self-esteem, and severe
depression are some of the many
mental illnesses that plague modern
society.
To get rid of all this negativity,
sometimes you need a helping hand
when cutting the cord to your past. A
holistic healer will be able to do just
that, and if you don’t know where to
go don’t worry as this island offers
many spiritual centres. You can go
to Ubud, the epicentre of spiritual
healings, or go to the Bali Silent
Retreat in Penatahan, Tabanan, that
offers more holistic healing sessions
by its certifi ed healers.
I took my fi rst healing session at
the Bali Silent Retreat. Through a
session on energetic healing, the
healer helped me by opening up
old wounds and after crying my
eyes out, even a sceptic like me has
to say that the session was really
helpful.
People asked if I felt happier after
my session. To be honest, happier
is not the perfect word to describe
it, but I did feel a deeper sense of
“acceptance”. The past is in the
past. The future belongs to the time
that may or may not come. I was
left with comprehension that the
only thing that matters is now. The
present. And isn’t that the goal of
emotional healing? To help you start
over with a clean slate?
HOW TO DO IT?
Go to the Bali Silent Retreat and
take a session with a healer. Each
healing session is unique and
tailored to the individual’s needs.
ONE CLICK AWAYFor every problem in the world,
there is an app to help you on
your smartphone – including
for your emotional health. With
the emergence of the trend in
meditation, several mobile apps
have been created to make these
routines more practical and
integrated into our day-to-day
busy life.
One of them is Headspace – a
hipster app for meditation. This
trendy app has a strong following
in amongst the young and hip
demographic, with celebrity fans
lined up from Emma Watson to
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Gwyneth Paltrow. Its bright colors,
trendy design, non-religious and
non-spiritual approach in explaining
meditation has catapulted the app
into the limelight and successfully
pushed the practice of meditation
into a trend.
Founded by Andy Puddicombe,
an English surfer turned Buddhist
monk turned start-up techy,
Headspace offers a simple way to
meditate. For starters, you may try its
free 10-day challenge consisting of a
10-minute meditation session a day
with the voice of Andy narrating.
Before the session, Andy’s voice
will help explain the nature of the
mind and of people without being
condescending. It’s a straightforward
concept that even sceptics can
relate to. It’s no surprise that many
Headspace practitionairs are young
professionals. Since its launch
in 2012, Headspace has been
downloaded by three million users –
even Virgin Airlines uses it as a part
of their entertainment package.
I downloaded Headspace for the
fi rst time in 2013. And once I had
fi nished the 10-day introductory
package there was no turning back.
I bought its yearly subscription
meditation package that includes
a guided meditation package for
the areas that you want to work on
Power of Now Oasis: www.powerofnowoasis.com Yoga Barn: Jalan Raya Pengosekan, Ubud(0361) 971-236www.theyogabarn.com Dhamma Java: www.dhamma.org Radiantly Alive: Jalan Jembawan No. 3, Padang Tegal Kaja (0361) 978-055 www.radiantlyalive.com Bali Silent Retreat: www.balisilentretreat.com Headspace: www.headspace.com
including self-esteem, relationships,
and health. It’s a gym membership
for the mind, really. And just like any
other gym membership, you can only
see the result if you keep practicing.
HOW TO DO IT?
Download the app for free. It is
available for iOs and Android.
By Nadia Bintoro
A meditation labyrinth at Bali Silent Retreat
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OUR CONTRIBUTOR MELIANA SALIM DISCOVERS MIND-BLOWING INNOVATIVE RAW FOOD AT THE SAKTI DINING ROOM…
THE ELEMENTS OF LIFE H
ere’s a question to
think about: do you
eat to live or live to
eat? From Socrates
to Buddha, we are
encouraged to eat simply and live
modestly, yet for most of us, food
is more than merely fuel. “Tell me
what you eat and I will tell you what
you are,” wrote French gastronome
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Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. In
our society, eating has become
an intensely personal experience
and an imperative language in
the articulation of our identities as
individuals, a society, a culture and
a nation.
We live in hedonistic times of
egocentric consumerism, information
obesity and digital overload.
This technological revolution has
drastically changed our love affair
with food and our dining behaviour.
The joy of eating is replaced by the
obsessive act of documenting it.
Dining has become more of a visual
experience and less of a sensory
indulgence. Gadgets and the internet
invade and exploit our mealtimes,
turning them into a perpetual
state of surveillance and culinary
voyeurism.
Human beings are intricately
connected with the environment
and other life forms, and it is
imperative to synchronize ourselves
with the world around us. One of
the ways is through our relationship
with food. In recent years, a
fundamental paradigm in the way
we eat has shifted. The “farm-to-
table” dining concept and the
“locavore” and “living foods”
movements have evolved from
fancy fads and marketing strategy
to food aspirations, inspiring us to
make informed decisions in how
we source, cook and eat our food
in pursuit of a sustainable healthier
lifestyle.
RAW FOOD PIONEERIn Bali, straddling the sacred
Ayung River near the cultural town
of Ubud rests Fivelements. This
award-winning eco-luxury wellness
destination is built around the
traditional Balinese life philosophy
of Tri Hita Karana, which promotes
living in harmony among humans,
with nature and with God.
Nestled within the Fivelements
area is its iconic fi ne dining
restaurant, the Sakti Dining Room, a
celebrated pioneer of innovative raw
food cuisine that has been awarded
AsiaSpa’s “Best Spa Cuisine of the
Year” for the second year running.
A true sanctuary for the senses, this
bamboo-structured restaurant sits
The bamboo-structured restaurant at Fivelements, the Sakti Dining Room
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As I was focused on licking my plate
clean, I could almost feel my body
expressing gratitude for the pure
nourishment.
For a corn and mushroom fan
like me, the main course, the Exotic
Mushroom and Sweet Corn, was
truly a dream come true. It features
corn as the star of the dish in
three unique ways – curried corn
polenta, spiced popcorn and sweet
corn crackers — complemented by
hearty, smoky shiitake mushrooms,
caramelized shallots and a medley
of exotic Asian herbs.
The White Chocolate Truffl e with
passion fruit mousse and tarragon
marked a sweet and satisfying
ending to my extraordinary lunch.
If this was what “healing cuisine”
tastes like, I am hooked — mind,
citation by Hippocrates that is written
on Sakti Dining Room’s menu, which
set the tone for my three-course plant-
based lunch from the restaurant’s
signature Chef’s Tasting Menu. First
came the refreshing Hibiscus Rose,
a heaven-sent elixir on a particularly
hot and humid day, accompanied by
an amuse bouche of creamy cashew
pâté infused with coconut milk and
garlic.
The appetizer consisted of fi nely
diced mango, tomato and jicama
tartar stunningly served on chilled
light-as-clouds avocado velouté,
topped with micro greens, crunchy
tomato chips and fi nished off with a
surprising drizzling of kaffi r lime oil.
amidst trickling fountains and lush
tropical gardens, and is free from
smoke, alcohol and stress.
Joining Sakti Dining Room’s green
and chemical-free kitchen is a new
executive chef, Felix Schoener from
Germany. Chef Felix’s impressive
resume boasts extensive international
experience in Michelin-starred
restaurants and enviable training
with Gabriel Cousens and Cherie
Soria, both renowned leaders in the
fi elds of living foods and gourmet
raw vegan cuisine.
THE SIGNATURE“Let food be thy medicine and
medicine be thy food,” is the famous
Herbal tea and a chocolate truffl e
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body and soul — and ready to join
this culinary cult.
ALL ABOUT BALANCEChef Felix’s love of raw living foods
and his passion in the ancient
philosophies of Ayurveda and
Chinese medicine are beautifully
portrayed in each dish. Embracing
local, seasonal, organic and
wild foraged ingredients, he has
perfected the art of applying ageless
Asian wisdom in his avant-garde
modernist cuisine, marrying it with
Balinese culture and tradition and
elevating it with innovative culinary
techniques. “It’s mother nature’s
cuisine,” he stated.
The Sakti Dining Room is a true
sanctuary for the senses and has
created a way for people to connect
with the food they eat through its
inventive gastronomy revolution. It is
true that embracing raw food allows
people to experience a whole new
world with a new vision – to feel
healthier, see more clearly and think
more positively.
Personally, I’m a believer of
renowned food writer Michael
Pollan’s simple and healthy attitude
towards eating, “Eat food. Not too
much. And mostly plants.” After all,
life is all about balance, isn’t it?
By Meliana Salim
Fivelements
Puri Ahimsa Banjar Baturning,
Mambal
(0361) 469-260
www.fi velements.org
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Exotic Mushrooms
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A BEAUTY RETREATSTAY FABULOUS DURING YOUR HOLIDAY WITH THIS ONE-DAY PROGRAM AT THE SOFITEL BALI NUSA DUA BEACH RESORT.
Did you know that your
short holiday could
have a negative
impact on your looks?
Endless parties with
all those alcoholic drinks might take
its toll on as the art of life is not just
about having crazy fun all the time,
but also taking good care of your
body.
The Sofi tel Bali Nusa Dua Beach
Resort will show you how to live
your life fabulously, as they have
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designed a series of programs to
bring out the best in you. Introducing
Art De Vivre, a one-day treatment
that can also be combined with a
stay at this magnifi cent resort – it is
also available for outside guests.
If you are too busy partying on
this island to have lots of time for
other things, this one-day treatment
package is the best option for you.
Register yourself at the Art De Vivre
counter at the lobby, and the staff
will give you an itinerary for the
whole day. It starts with a welcome
drink at the famous Nikki Beach
Bali, then your day will continue
with a private training session at
SoFit, the resort’s gym. A Balinese
massage treatment at SoSpa will
follow, and fi nally you will have a
session at VIETURA, the medical spa
at the resort.
WORK YOUR MUSCLEThe personal training at SoFit is
highly tailored to your needs.
Whether you are a workout veteran
or a newbie, you will learn new
information that is defi nitely useful
after your whole Art De Vivre
journey is over – it can even benefi t
your daily work out, for that matter.
There are several choices of
workout sessions you can choose
from including an abdominal
section, weight training, fast fi t
or circuit training, fat loss, and
a cardio-burn session. All these
sessions normally take from 60 to
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90 minutes. After that, the trainer
will give you a personal nutritional
assessment.
After your grueling workout you
might feel sore, so now is time to
sit back and relax and enjoy your
Balinese massage at SoSpa. This
60-minute treatment is defi nitely
a reward after a workout session.
ready for your next session, which is
the last treatment of the day.
GLOWING SKINAs one of the leading medical
spas in Bali, VIETURA (which
originally comes from Manila in
the Philippines) offers a number of
the best natural beauty treatments
As usual, the spa ritual starts with
a footbath followed by a relaxing
massage session to ease your
sore muscles.
Once the treatment is over you
will probably feel content already –
but just wait until the end of the Art
De Vivre journey. After the Balinese
massage, take a shower and get
A couples treatment room at SoSpa
Carboxy Facial Activation at VIETURA
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on the island. That day I opted for
a series of treatments consisting of
a Rejuvenating Carboxy Facial, an
Oxygen Facial, and a Diamond
Peel.
Before your treatment begins, a
staff member will assess your skin
condition in order to make sure that
the treatment is perfect for your skin
type. This assessment might be a
wake-up call for those who rarely
have facials or have never even had
one before. The staff will photograph
your skin – and don’t be surprised
to see the results as you may fi nd
wrinkles, pore clogging, blackheads,
dead skin cells, and more. My skin
was actually not so good, but not
that bad either since I don’t smoke
or drink – at least not excessively.
After the assessment you will be
given a detailed explanation about
your skin condition, and they will
make necessary recommendations
for you. Since I was scheduled to
have the Rejuvenating Carboxy
Facial and Diamond Peel that day –
which is actually almost similar – the
staff suggested that I postpone the
Rejuvenating Carboxy Facial until
the following day.
And so that afternoon I settled
on a Facial, an Oxygen Facial,
and a Diamond Peel, and then was
escorted to one of the treatment
rooms where I started my facial
journey. First my face was steamed
to unclog my pores and blackheads
and vacuumed to lift up the dead
skin cell exfoliate. High-pressure
oxygen followed this treatment,
which is an amazing way to
stimulate your facial skin.
A Diamond Peel session ended
my facial journey, which uses a
pen with crushed diamonds to lift
all the dead skin cells that might
still be lingering. The result from this
particular treatment is immediate
– you can see that your face is
done, you are as good as new
again!
The Art De Vivre is available
starting at Rp. 2,999,000++/person
– the best part is you can choose to
take not only the facial treatment but
also the body-shaping program, such
as the ultralipo treatment and colonic
hydrotherapy. Honestly, this is the
glowing, as there is no dead skin
left. And, that’s it for the day!
GOOD AS NEWThe next day I came back to
VIETURA for the Rejuvenating
Carboxy Facial, which is meant
to stimulate oxygen under your
facial skin. This treatment starts
with a cleansing ritual to remove
impurities from your face. After that
a gel is applied and a facial mask
is put on. The gel is the agent that
brings all the oxygen in, and only
when the mask is applied can the
gel work its magic. When you are
best deal that you can get on this
island, I kid you not!
The Art De Vivre can be
combined with a three-day and two-
night stay package at the resort as
well, which also includes breakfast
for one and airport transfers.
Contact the hotel if you would like to
experience the Art De Vivre program
while staying at the resort.
By Joseph Wang
Sofi tel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
BTDC Lot N5, Nusa Dua
(0361) 849-2888
www.sofi tel-bali-nusadua.com
VIETURA will give the perfect treatment for your skin
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Our cork board of photos,
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Hello sunrise! We witnessed this morning view during
our stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali.
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the Bar Lounge at INAYA Putri Bali. The event titled “A Fine
Evening of Wine Tasting” spoiled the guests with choices of
Planeta La Segreta Bianco 2013 Chardonnay, Stonecross
2013 Merlot, and Brut Sparkling Wine. Cheers!
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Fresh spices were displayed during the North Maluku
Tourism Night held at The Trans Resort Bali. Known
as the Spice Islands, North Maluku is not just rich
with picturesque white sand beaches and crystal clear
ocean waters, but also fl avorsome dishes – spicy food
lovers simply must try their chili varieties!
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Looking for some authentic and delicious Peranakan food in Bali? Just head down to Tiger Palm at Seminyak Village. We personally love almost everything there, especially the salad and dessert. Tiger Palm is the latest restaurant from Will Meyrick, owner of the Mama San, Hujan Local, and Sarong restaurants.
This view of the rice fi elds greeted us as we arrived at the Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton
Reserve. Our lunch was also made superb with the view of the river down below.
And did we mention how we love the interior of the room?
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It was a beautiful day when
I arrived at The Ritz-Carlton,
Bali – I was so looking forward
to an easy weekend getaway,
and the moment I set foot on
the lobby which is perched high on
a cliff, I knew that an experience
beyond expectation awaited me at
the resort.
A MILLION-DOLLAR VIEW, A LUXURIOUS ROOM, AN EXTRAORDINARY SPA, AND TOP-NOTCH HOSPITALITY – STAYING AT THE RITZ-CARLTON, BALI IS TRULY AN EXPERIENCE TO TREASURE…
LIKE A ROYAL
The friendly staff greeted me and
quickly offered to help process my
check in. As I waited I enjoyed the
view of the hotel complex below and
the ocean from the balcony of the
lobby. The little girl in me instantly
imagined that I was in a kingdom in
a faraway land.
The staff member returned, saying
that my room was ready – and in a
second, I was back to reality. But as
I went down the elevator and then
was taken to my room in an electric
cart, I couldn’t help but imagining
once again that I was a guest to
a noble family – after all, the staff
already treated me like a royal.
A SUITE TIMESitting on 12.7 hectares of land,
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali is comprised
of several buildings, making the
hotel like a private estate complex.
The hotel has 313 rooms in six
types of villas – the Pool Pavilion,
Garden Villa, Sky Villa, Cliff Villa,
The Ritz-Carlton Cliff Villa and The
Welcome to The Ritz-Carlton, Bali!
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ocean. But the best part is actually
how the hotel pampers you with its
facilities and service – fresh infused
water and face mist are provided,
and the staff is always ready to help
you prepare your daybed. Not to
mention that the refreshing amenities
are passed around hourly from 12
p.m. to 5 p.m.
Ritz-Carlton Oceanfront Villa – and
seven types of Suites, such as The
Ritz-Carlton Suites, The Sawangan
Junior Suite Lagoon Access and The
Sawangan Junior Suite.
I stayed at The Sawangan Junior
Suite with spacious twin beds and a
comfortable sofa bed that instantly
became my favorite spot to read a
book or watch TV. The room was
made even more comfortable by
its walk-in closet and sheer blind
curtains – if you’re not a morning
person, you don’t have to worry
that sunshine will wake you up the
next day.
As for those who love to see the
sunrise, you can walk to the beach
early in the morning and enjoy the
sunrise view. In my case I was happy
enough to enjoy the morning view
from the balcony of my room – yes,
all rooms from level two up have
balconies with the view of the Indian
Ocean, while rooms on the fi rst fl oor
have access to the lagoon pool from
their terrace. How great is that?
But as much as I loved relaxing
in my room, I couldn’t resist taking
a swim in the main swimming pool,
which boasts a view of the tranquil
View of the tranquil ocean from the Sky Villa
The Sawangan Junior Suite Lagoon Access
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BEAUTY OASISDuring your stay you should not
miss getting pampered at the newly
opened spa, The Ritz-Carlton Spa,
Bali, that is more than just a place to
relax. It’s a sanctuary that beautifully
merges nature, culture, tradition
and spirituality to help you fi nd your
balance. It’s an oasis where water
and the healing resources of the sea
are infused to create an ultimate spa
experience.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali marries
natural ingredients from the Indian
Ocean with ancient Balinese
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methods and modern techniques in
each treatment – this recipe put me
in a total relaxing peace of mind
state during my Balinese massage.
I could actually feel my knotted
muscles untied as the therapist gave
on-point pressure.
Don’t forget your bikini as
hotel guests have the privilege of
enjoying the Hydro-Vital pool at
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali, which
is equipped with water jets to help
relax your back, neck, foot and leg
muscles. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali
also provides female and male wet
areas, each with its own sauna and
steam room, a hot whirlpool and a
cold plunge pool – I personally love
the cold plunge pool as it is totally
energizing during a hot day. Did I
mention that the spa also has spa
villas, a 24-hour fi tness center, a
yoga studio, and a hair salon?Relaxing at the Hydro-Vital pool
A Spa Villa at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali
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FUN, FUN, FUN!One thing is for sure when you’re
staying at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali, you
will never get bored as the hotel
offers a lot of fun activities. One of
my favorites is defi nitely the Soul
Purifi cation program – held on the
beach early in the morning; the
Soul Purifi cation will cleanse your
mind, body and soul with a Balinese
traditional ceremony called Melukat.
Other fun and healthy activities
are sunrise yoga, Pilates, resort
boot camp, and a healthy cooking
class – as well as fl y high yoga.
And if you want to explore more
of Bali the hotel offers Island Tours
with two options for you to choose
from – the Bali Temple Tour that
explores the Taman Ayun Royal
Temple in Mengwi Village, Alas
Kedaton and the Tanah Lot Temple.
Or you can choose the Uluwatu Cliff
and Beach tour that will take you to
the Uluwatu Temple and to Padang
Padang Beach.
But even if you only want
to spend time at the hotel, you
will have a lot of fun as well.
Experiencing the hotel’s food and
beverages is a must, as The Ritz-
Carlton, Bali has six restaurants
and lounges – Bejana, the authentic
Indonesian restaurant; The Beach
Grill that specializes in seafood and
grilled dishes; and Raku, a Japanese
Lounge & Bar. You can also unwind
at The Ritz-Carlton Lounge & Bar
that offers selections of premium
tea for a blissful afternoon or order
some snacks and Tapas at Breezes
Tapas Lounge. Don’t forget to start
your day with delicious breakfast at
Sense restaurant.
Whatever you are up to, The
Ritz-Carlton, Bali is more than
perfect for a luxurious getaway.
And don’t worry much about your
children – I believe they will have
the time of their lives at the Ritz Kids,
a designated kids club with its own
play and study spaces as well as a
slider pool for children.
By Risty Nurraisa
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali
Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan
Lot #3, Sawangan, Nusa Dua
(0361) 849-8988
www.ritzcarlton.com/Bali
Delicious authentic Indonesian food at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali
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EVERY YEAR, WE ARE ALL DETERMINED TO BE FITTER AND HEALTHIER. NOW THE QUESTION IS WILL 2016 SEE OUR BEST INTENTIONS TURN INTO REALITY? KATIE TRUMAN
PONDERS BUT KEEPS IT REAL…
NEW YEAR NEW YOU?
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It’s the same old story every year
across the planet, at the dawn
of a New Year and on the fi rst
week of January, everyone
furtively making New Year
resolutions. And those inevitably
include a determined effort to make
this year a healthier, fi tter and more
fabulous one, with well-meaning
plans like going to the gym regularly
and starting a new diet or a healthy
lifestyle plan.
Sadly, for many this lasts as long
as the year is new, especially in
my native UK – and for that matter,
the rest of Europe – where in the
post-festive season, as it gets so
bone-chillingly cold and depressing
in January, the last thing you feel like
doing is cutting down your comfort
food intake and trudging out in the
rain to a soulless gym. Besides, you
can get away with hiding all your
festive excesses under a bundle
of clothes until the temperatures,
hopefully, start to rise again.
And that’s just it: one reason why
people perhaps fail in their New
Year fi tter-healthier quest is that it
all too swiftly follows an obscenely
gluttonous month of feasting,
partying and drinking, resulting
in an insurmountable contrast in
lifestyle.
If however, you are lucky enough
to be based in a tropical part of
the world like Southeast Asia,
specifi cally here in Bali, excuses and
denials don’t cut it so much. With a
mostly outdoor existence, invitingly
warm climate and all that fl esh on
show, being fi t, slim and overall
healthy (or at least attempting to be)
should develop as second nature
– at the very least a gentle overall
lifestyle habit, not a quick-fi x, guilt-
ridden game plan.
In Bali, you have all those
beaches and marine life, and related
activities like surfi ng, sailing, water-
skiing, swimming and so on. Not to
mention a hot tropical climate that
should work to reduce your appetite
– in these temperatures, who would
actually want to eat melted chocolate
and greasy breakfast fry-ups or,
while we’re at it, afford extortionate-
priced European cheeses? Instead,
the island’s abundant fresh fruit and
produce, and just-caught succulent
seafood and pure juices, should
encourage us towards healthy
eating.
If that wasn’t incentive enough
to be healthier, you cannot escape
being surrounded by all those lean
surfer dudes and impossibly pretty
young things dressed in fl attering,
reveal-all attire. And if you need
further inspiration, Bali just happens
to be a world leading spa and
wellness destination – especially
Ubud, which is globally acclaimed
as the health and healing epicenter
– with more yoga centers, slimming
therapies, raw food restaurants
and detox retreats (far gentler
than their Thai counterparts it must
be noted) than you can shake a
bamboo stick at.
Compared to the unhealthy,
gluttonous habits of my former life
in London, with its unavoidable
positive infl uences and nature-
based surrounds, Bali has positively
encouraged me to be at my
healthiest and fi ttest, albeit on a
long-term basis and keeping it real
for my age and day-to-day lifestyle.
Ever since I set foot on this part of
the world I have slowly acquired
more energy, experienced less
ailments and achieved a leaner
fi gure and healthier glow than I
carried at the height of my youth
back in that cold climate metropolis.
But let’s not forget, everything in
moderation, with a teaspoon of
fl exibility thrown in. We are, after
all, only humans and life is short.
The healthy life I may –
annoyingly for some – exude and
extol, but I still like (read: deserve)
the odd treat or two: occasionally
indulging in pizzas, chocolate
truffl es (albeit chilled) and Happy
Hour cocktails. When planning a
get-together drink with an American
colleague in Ubud, who could
diplomatically be described as
a born-again health-freak, she
declared, “Yes, let’s meet over a
cold pressed green smoothie,” to
which I replied, “Actually I prefer
a Lychee Martini.” At least she
didn’t invite me to a yoga session
or a 7-day juicing fast. Or those
increasingly popular colonic
hydrotherapy treatments, which no
one and no amount of money would
ever entice me to undergo. I mean, I
do have my limits.
By Katie Truman
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WALK WITH NATURE“In every walk with nature one receives more than he seeks,” said John Muir, an
environmental philosopher from Scotland, which always reminds me of how small we are in this world. Muir also inspires me to preserve nature, as it is the legacy for our
grandchildren that I translate into this photo collection.By Anggara Mahendra
Photos by Anggara Mahendra
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of Mount Batur.
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Vandalism along the way to the top of Mount Agung, done by
irresponsible hikers.
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The sacred Rangreng Waterfall in Gianyar. Locals believe that the
river was made during the Bedahulu Kingdom around the eighth to the
14th century for agricultural purposes.
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460 rusty stairs leading to the sacred Guyangan spring in Nusa Penida Island.
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Guwang – a hidden canyon that is one of the best natural
destinations located in the Guwang village of the
Gianyar Regency.
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If you’ve ever thought of doing
a “road-less-traveled” kind of
adventure but you didn’t know
where to go, I have good news
for you, as NEWbali offers
just that. It is widely known that
the North, East and West areas
of Bali are much less developed
than the South, which means there
are more exotic and untouched
places in those areas just waiting
to be revealed. But before you start
packing your bags, let me take you
on a wonderful journey to a hidden
paradise.
NEWbali offers up to three-day
trips, but I opted for the one-day tour
to a secret garden and a waterfall
jump as it only takes about 10 hours.
The trip starts early in the morning,
depending on your destination, and
the Secret Garden and Waterfall
excursion takes you to the Kroya and
Kembar Waterfall in North Bali for
only US$ 79 net/person including
travel insurance, pick up service,
breakfast, snacks and lunch – I
would say that’s a pretty good deal!
EARLY RISERSThe transport service picked me
up at 5.45 a.m. in the Kuta area
and then continued to pick up other
guests along the way. By 7.30 a.m.
we were already on our way to our
fi rst stop, the Ulun Danu Temple in
Bedugul. It was only a short visit that
included breakfast, where the guide
from NEWbali took us around the
temple, and believe me the temple
looks really different in the morning
as it is really quiet and peaceful.
After fi nishing our breakfast, it
was time for the real adventure.
From Bedugul, it took about 40
minutes to get to the waterfall,
cruising along the long winding road
– but the journey was well worth it.
The entrance to the Secret
Garden is located at Ambengan
Village – which I have to say was
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quite hard to fi nd, and the road is
only wide enough for one car, so
you can imagine how glad I was
that I did not need to drive myself.
After driving for about another 15
minutes we arrived at the hidden
paradise and were ready to start the
trek to the Secret Garden. The path
is not really challenging, although
you might need to be careful, as
sometimes it can get slippery.
After 20 minutes of walking we
reached the fi rst stop that is called
the Secret Garden, a hidden place
that even many locals have never
been to. The water is so clear during
the dry season that you can see all
the way to the bottom of the pool.
Taking a dip in the cold refreshing
water is just what you need,
especially if you had any motion
sickness from the winding road on
your way there.
Feel free to explore the area, and
if you have a GoPro camera, this
is the time to bring it out and snap
some photos. The Secret Garden
is actually a two-tiered lagoon, so
you can climb up one side of the
cliff and reach the upper pool. If
you want, you can even climb up
further and take your fi rst jump – it
is only two to three meters high. This
is a good warm up before you take
another bigger jump at the other
waterfall below.
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You can spend as much time
as you want enjoying this natural
lagoon, and when you are ready the
guide will take you to the next stop;
the Kroya and Kembar Waterfalls.
Kembar means twins in Indonesian,
and as you can guess, there are two
waterfalls very close to each other.
FLY WITHOUT WINGSStart your adrenaline rush with
the natural water slide at the
Kroya Waterfall – all is safe as a
professional guide accompanies
you, and life vests are provided.
Sliding down from eight meters high
is quite fun, although if you ask me,
it feels like only a few seconds. But
This view will greet you on your way to the Secret Garden
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for those who are not really used to
any adrenaline pumping activity, this
would be enough already.
Not far from thus natural
waterslide is where your next
challenge lies; jumping from the
10-meter high Kembar Waterfall
– roughly as high as a three-story
building. This might look scary at
fi rst, but don’t worry as the local
guide will show you the way by
taking the fi rst jump effortlessly.
When you do decide to jump,
you won’t feel a thing but a great
adrenaline rush! At one moment
you are standing on a rock, bracing
yourself to make a jump, and the
next moment you hit the water with a
splash. The water is quite deep, so it
is very safe.
And for the record, yes I did
jump off the 10-meter high waterfall.
It was one of the most liberating
moments I have ever had in my life,
as once I fl ew into the air there was
nothing to prevent me from crashing
the water. And if you ask me if I
would do it again, I would say,
“Absolutely!”
By Joseph Wang
www.newbali.info
Swimming in the crystal clear lagoon
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OUR CONTRIBUTOR TAUFAN WIJAYA EXPLORES NATURE AND THE TRADITIONS AROUND THE BIGGEST LAKE IN INDONESIA…
THE MAJESTIC TOBA I
t was 75,000 years ago when
a mountain in Sumatra erupted,
one of the biggest natural
phenomenons that stunned the
world and changed the climate.
This eruption blew off the entire
mountaintop, leaving only a deep
and massive hole that eventually
fi lled up with water and turned
into a lake. As time went by, the
lake became home to a number
of plants and fi sh until eventually
Batak ethnics and some missionaries
began to occupy the land around the
lake. And that was how Lake Toba
and its surroundings were born.
The captivating beauty of Lake
Toba and Samosir Island – a small
island nestled in the center of the
gigantic lake - in North Sumatra are
effortlessly hypnotizing to visitors.
Not only for its magnifi cent view,
but the fact that you are actually
standing in the bowels of a super
volcano caldera is mind-blowing.
No wonder it has become one of the
must-visit destinations in Indonesia,
and I personally consider Lake Toba
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Parapat, the fi nancial center for the
Toba people, which is located on
the shores of the lake. From here
the journey continues by boat from
a harbor that connects two other
harbors in Samosir Island; Ajibata
and Tuk Tuk. Mind you, Lake Toba
is so huge that a ferry ship – just
like the ones that take passengers
from Java to Bali – is used for water
transportation from Parapat to
Samosir Island.
THE SAMOSIR LIFEAjibata, the fi rst harbor, is a
marketplace with small shops and
cafés. The second harbor is Tuk
Tuk, where visitors can stay and
where the local people of Samosir
live. One of the must-do things
here is to sip some coffee in a
local coffee shop where you can
meet and exchange stories with the
local people. I will never forget the
to be the heart of Sumatra.
This was not my fi rst visit to Lake
Toba – I have been to this place
many times before to enjoy its
beauty, but every time I set foot on
Samosir Island, there is one thing
that I always do – deeply breathe in
the fresh air. And when afternoon
comes, I put my feet in the cool lake,
enjoying the sensation of the small
waves hitting my legs.
FERRY ON A LAKEI always take public transportation
when traveling to Lake Toba. The
journey is really fascinating as I get
to listen to the local people talking
with their thick Batak dialect. And
outside the window the views are
truly a feast to the eyes; plantations,
pine trees and monkeys swinging
from one branch to another – it is a
road trip full of inspiration.
Buses make their last stop in Toba people preserve their traditions, including their traditional houses
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time when some men in a coffee
shop told me about the history
and tradition of the Batak people,
which is believed to have its roots in
Samosir and Toba.
The next morning I decided
to rent a scooter and explore the
island. One has to be really careful
however as the road is quite curvy
– especially when you want to view
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Simanindo for souvenirs, as they are
less expensive as compared to the
ones in Ajibata or Parapat.
Not far from there I could see
children play with boars, which are
often considered pets or even as a
part of a family. The baby boars
are playmates for the children in
this area, just like dogs, their other
beloved pets.
FESTIVE TOBAToba is rich with tradition – you can
see that ulos is a part of their daily
wear. Toba people also preserve
their traditional dance of Sigale-
gale, their language, and their
traditional houses. And for tourism
purposes, the government initiated
the Festival Danau Toba (the Lake
Toba Festival) in 2013 — a much-
refi ned version of the Pesta Danau
Toba (the Lake Toba Party) that used
to be held in the past.
the breath-taking views along the
way, you can easily lose focus.
I fi nally arrived at Simanindo
where I saw a Batak girl weaving
an ulos – a traditional Batak textile
– in the front yard of a Batak house.
Ulos is made with a Gorga design
that combines black, white and red
to represent kindness. Of course I
couldn’t resist buying some ulos from
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LAKE TOBA
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I have attended this festival twice,
and it is always very merry with a
number of fun activities such as a
marlange (swimming) race, solo
singing, body building, choirs and
an ulos carnival. There is also a
fashion show on an open stage. But
what captivated me the most was
the expression of the locals who are
mesmerized by the glam and glitz of
the fashion show – it’s quite a unique
view, knowing that such a show is
held frequently in Medan, the capital
city of North Sumatra, which is only
a fi ve-hour drive away.
The last festival in November
2015 was held in Berastagi, Karo,
which is closer to Mount Sinabung.
It is actually uncommon to celebrate
the festival away from the lake but
Berastagi is also connected to Lake
Toba from Tongging or Sitongging
– the huge Lake Toba is accessible
from three sides, and each side
offers a different atmosphere
although they all share the similar
breath-taking views and tradition,
and all were born from the massive
eruption of a super volcano.
I spent my last day sitting at
a café, sipping a cup of freshly
brewed coffee – my perfect
companion for the afternoon
– while enjoying the view of the
tranquil Mount Sinabung and the
pine trees. The coffee had a strong
yet soothing aroma, most probably
because the beans were ground by
the hands of a local coffee farmer
– a simple example of how the
magical hands of the Toba people
take care of their land, which makes
me believe that the pristine nature of
Toba and all its tradition will always
be preserved.
By Taufan Wijaya
Breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the natural view of Toba
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The idea of a “workout”
is usually associated
with going to the gym
– once you set your
goal, you will fi nd yourself
become a regular member in a
fi tness center. But getting in shape
requires dedication and commitment,
and after a couple of months
exercising in the gym, boredom
may hit you. After all, crowded and
expensive gyms are not exactly for
everyone.
Sound familiar? Well, don’t worry
as there are multiple ways to get
in shape in the fi tness world and
Jakarta offers a variety of workout
activities that don’t require having to
hoops that you may have already
seen used by circus acrobats.
Aerial silks and hoops are gravity-
defying gymnastics made famous
by the theatrical Cirque du Soleil.
It is an artistic form of aerobics
performed using two strips of fabric
hung on a 7-meter-high point, and
it combines techniques such as
wrapping, climbing, contorting,
swinging and hanging, as well
as accomplishing inversions and
splits while suspended in the air. In
Jakarta, you can experience aerial
silks at Power Swing Studio.
Meanwhile, the aerial hoop
utilizes a circular steel (or aluminum)
suspended apparatus like a hula
hoop, and gives you the opportunity
to execute dynamic tricks, swings
and spins. You can try this at
Balance Studio in Kemang, which
provides classes for all levels.
This type of dance that requires
strength, fl exibility, control, and
go to the gym. You may want to try
one of these extraordinary workouts
and see if it is suitable for you.
AERIAL ARTIf your dream of joining a circus
didn’t come true, you can still train
to be like one with aerial silks and
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balance, aerial silks and hoops can
be physically demanding, which
is perfect to get you in shape –
although you may need a lot of time
and training to master the tricks.
POWER SWINGCombining anti-gravity yoga,
gymnastics and Pilates as well as
using a multifunctional suspension
device, the Power Swing quickly
becomes an alternative workout
amongst fi tness enthusiasts. Simone
Kusuma, owner of Power Swing
Studio in South Jakarta, explained
that this exercise is a comprehensive
strength and core training, fl exibility
and inversion program.
Unlike lifting weights that only
work on specifi c muscle groups,
Power Swing drills your whole body
as in functional training, allowing
you to maximize your performance
as well as to lift and move your
body optimally. Trust me, when you
accomplish the upside down and
stretch position, you’ll be surprised
to see what you can do.
In a Power Swing session you
will fi nd it easier to move through
a range of motions while being
physically suspended. Your joints
and bones are stretched slowly and
will become more fl exible during the
inversions supported by the swing.
Not only energetic, fun and effective,
the Power Swing is also amazing at
overcoming health problems such as
heart conditions, glaucoma and high
blood pressure.
BARRE WORKOUTSo you wish to have a lean
fi gure like a ballerina? If so, the
barre workout is the best option
for you. This latest fi tness craze
combines Pilates, dance, ballet
and yoga moves to achieve lean
muscles, giving you a long straight
physique – without the injuries
that dancers usually endure.
This exercise also good for losing
weight, increasing fl exibility, and
reducing stress.
Several devices are used during
the workout such as ballet barre,
balls, light weights, TRX swings,
elastic rubber bands, yoga straps
and hammocks. The barre supports
your balance as you do exercises
that focus on isometric strength
training as well as holds your body
while you work on a specifi c set of
muscles.
An hour of barre class will train
your whole body and muscles
from the upper, core, and down
to the lower. Small movements are
barre’s main focus as they control
the muscle formation and reduce
the burden on joints, ligaments,
tendons and spine. The movements
are performed with light weights and
lots of repetitions and pulses to train
the muscles.
Barre classes are varied from
cardio, basic to fl y barre – you
can opt for the one that meets your
fi tness level and goals. Why don’t
Motion Blue, the place to unwind with some Jazz performances in the capital
Power Swing drills your whole body
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you join a class at Balance Studio
or SOULBOX?
WALL CLIMBING Keep your balance, place your feet
carefully and fi rmly push yourself up,
and avoid falling down – this is why
rock climbing is quite challenging
for beginners. This sport may look
tough, but completing a climb is
surely worth the struggle. Besides,
there’s nothing you should be afraid
of. Both intimidating
and exciting, wall
climbing is
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an extreme sport for adrenaline
junkies – anyone at any age can
give it a try.
Jakarta Climbers, a climbing class
in Jakarta that was established in
2007, has made climbing a part of
the urban lifestyle. Founded by Panji
Susanto, a professional climber with
many prestigious championships
nationally and internationally,
Jakarta Climbers provides wall-
climbing classes not only for adults
but also for children, to hone their
motor skills. Especially for their
members, Jakarta Climbers regularly
arranges rock-climbing trips to a
nearby rocky mountain for a
real adrenaline pump.
Climbing
provides a great
deal of benefi t
for both mental
and physical
health, as it
not only helps
strengthen your
core muscles and
improves your body
endurance and cardiovascular
system, but is proven to help
overcome mental blocks as it
increases problem solving and
planning abilities, and improves
your confi dence, communication and
listening skills.
STREET WORKOUT In case you haven’t noticed,
there are many “underground”
communities forming free workout
alternatives also known as ‘street
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workouts,’ which are inspired by
a rapidly growing international
sport called calisthenics. It is a sport
consisting of athletes competing
against each other by showing their
body-weight strength and body-
control in staged routines to impress
a panel of judges.
Calisthenics, derived from the
ancient Greek “callos” for beauty
and “sthénos” for strength, is
actually one of the oldest workout
methods, used by legendary warriors
to increase their strength. To date,
calisthenics are still religiously
practiced in gymnastics, the army
and many other areas.
Indobarian Calisthenics Street
Workout, founded by Verdy
Bhawanta, has gained popularity
as one of the street workout
communities in Jakarta that is
known for its training of mind, body
and spirit. The Indobarian method
merges a wide range of different
movements from calisthenics,
freeletics, parkour, yoga, capoeira
and even martial arts.
Another option is the Workout
Embassy (WE), a street workout
community formed by Adhitya
Lesmana in 2014 that provides a
solution for anyone who wants to
stay fi t in the city without spending
too much money. WE is not just
about working out as they also
have social programs like picking
up garbage along the street during
Jakarta’s Car Free Day.
Street workouts can be adjusted
to suit your level of fi tness –
meditation and clean eating are
also encouraged for a better result.
Interested? You can fi nd street
workout communities in Gelora Bung
Karno in Senayan. Expect to see
several groups exercising together –
they are not hard to identify as they
usually hang out by the bars nearby
Gate VI in the main stadium area,
doing pull-ups.
So, don’t hesitate to come over
and start training with them. Fun and
affordable activities for a healthy
body and mind are just around
the corner!
By Amelia Winnie
Power Swing Studio of Mind & BodyJalan Gunawarman No.67, 2nd fl oor, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta (021) 7264766www.powerswingjakarta.com
Balance StudioThe Broadway KemangJalan Benda Raya 46F Unit C, Jakarta(021) 78820016www.balancestudiokemang.com
SOULBOX Level 3, Fairgrounds, Lot 14 SCBD, Jakarta(021) 5140 0030www.soulboxjakarta.com
Jakarta ClimbersGOR Soemantri Brodjonegoro, Plaza Festival, Kuningan [email protected]
Peak To Peak Indoor ClimbingJalan Raya Serpong, Ruko Sutera Niaga 1 no.18, Serpong, Banten, Tangerang 0815-7427-6535www.peaktopeakclimbing.com
Indobarian Calisthenics Street WorkoutGelora Bung Karno Sports Complex, Main stadium Gate 6Jalan Pintu Satu Senayan, [email protected]
Workout EmbassyGelora Bung Karno Sports Complex, Main stadium Gate 6Jalan Pintu Satu Senayan, Jakartawww.workoutembassy.com
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MUSIC ALL NIGHT LONGIf you’re looking for a sophisticated place to hang out with your friends in Jakarta, just head to Motion Blue Jakarta. Located on the
third fl oor of the Fairmont Jakarta, Motion Blue is the place to be to enjoy high-quality live music performances while indulging in
delish Japanese fusion cuisine – a little bird told us the restaurant is serving some new menu items as well this January. Local and
international musicians with music ranging from Jazz, blues and R ‘n B will make your dining experience at Motion Blue unforgettable
– Motion Blue has hosted a number of famous artists such as Ron Carter, David Benoit and Lee Ritenour. Check out their website to
keep yourself updated with this month’s line up.
Motion Blue Jakarta
Fairmont Jakarta 3rd Floor
Jl. Asia Afrika No.8 Gelora Bung Karno, Jakarta, (021) 2903-9189
www.motionbluejakarta.com
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DORAEMON IN SURABAYALocated at the Grand City Mall & Convex Surabaya,
this special exhibition of the iconic Doraemon titled
“100 Doraemon Secret Gadgets Expo” is not to
be missed. Displaying 100 Doraemon fi gures in
different poses holding iconic gadgets, this exhibition
also showcases several dioramas from the animation
such as Nobita’s Room, Nobita’s Dining Room,
Doraemon’s Time Machine, The Birth of Doraemon,
and Nobita and Shizuka’s Wedding. This special
exhibition runs until February 14 with entrance
fees starting from Rp. 90,000 for adults and Rp.
55,000 for children. Participants will get to enjoy
various activities and games and bring home some
exclusive merchandise. Tickets can be purchased
online at www.myticketindonesia.com and www.
doraemonexpo.com. So what are you waiting for?
Come and join the fun!
www.doraemonexpo.com
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UNITED IN ARTView from a Cloud – the organizer that brought
you last year’s Art AuXion at W Bali is hosting
another art exhibition that is not to be missed.
Located at Ku De Ta, this exhibition titled “Mixed
Up Unity” is displaying works by various
artists among them Loka, Putu, and Krisna
from Ubud, and Mersuka Dopazo from Spain
as well as Irene Hoff from Holland – which
defi nitely represents the vision that View from
a Cloud is aiming to explore, by revealing and
collaborating with talented artists, both nationally
and internationally. View from a Cloud is striving
to make contemporary art more accessible to
everyone, so what are you waiting for? Hurry as
this exhibition only runs until January 15!
www.viewfromacloud.com
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WAYANG TWO WAYSSudakara Art Space at Sudamala Suites & Villas proudly displays a series of
artworks by two talented Balinese artists, Mangku Muriati and Teja Astawa.
Titled “Eternal Line”, this exhibition will let you explore wayang paintings from
two unique perspectives – Mangku Muriati’s paintings are created based on
rules passed down by generations while Teja Astawa is more contemporary
without forgetting the essence of wayang. This exhibition runs until February 3.
Sudakara Art SpaceSudamala Suites & Villas, Jalan Sudamala No. 20, Sanur, (0361) 288-555 www.sudakaraartspace.com
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FROM CHEFS TO CHEFSUFS (Unilever Food Solutions), a part of Unilever
family, held an exciting event at the Hu’u Bar dubbed
“The 7 Wonders of South East Asian Cuisine.” The
event was hosted by UFS brand ambassador Chef
Vindex Tengker and attended by a number of the
island’s renowned hotel chefs and general managers,
who experienced inspiring culinary demonstrations
by seven executive chefs from UFS using versatile UFS
products.
www.unileverfoodsolutions.co.id
MY ROLE MODELAyana Resort and Spa hosted the ROLE Models
Charity Dinner 2015, the annual fundrais-
ing event for ROLE Foundation’s Bali WISE
program. Over 180 guests were welcomed
with refreshing cocktails at RIMBA’s Orchid Tea
Lounge before being escorted to the ballroom to
indulge in a fi ve-star dinner with performances
by the Bali WISE student choir and well-known
Indonesian singer Lisa Soul. The night went on
with a silent auction and an after party at the
UNIQUE rooftop bar.
www.rolefoundation.org
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS!Held at S.K.A.I Beach Club at Padma
Resort Bali, the 5th Annual Asian
Surfi ng Championship Awards Party
was attended by over 150 members
of the local and international surfi ng
community to celebrate the achievements
of Asia’s surfi ng champions. The evening
included a multi-course sit down dinner
and an exciting video recap of the
2015 ASC Tour season, and the trophy
presentation to winners Raditya Rondi,
Rina Kitazawa, Raju Sena, and Cinta
Hansel was made by Luna Maya, one
of Indonesia’s most popular celebrities.
www.asiansurfi ngtour.com
SWEET SIXTEENIt was an unforgettable sunset
session as Hard Rock FM Bali
celebrated their 16th anniversary
on the fabulous Dragoon 130
yacht, complete with music
by the radio’s own DJs Echa
and Bian and guest DJ Angga.
The party then continued at
the Hu’u Bar giving away the
grand prize of a free return
ticket from Denpasar to Jakarta
with Sriwijaya Air for the
lucky guest.
www.hardrockfm.com
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CLOSING 2015Located at the New Kuta Hotel – a Lexington Legacy Hotel, Bali & Beyond magazine hosted the
last Recharge Night Party of 2015 in December. The night was made merrier with a fashion
show by Monika Weber and Steve Martinez in collaboration with LV C&C Model Management. Guests from the hospitality industry in Bali were also challenged to join a photo contest in social
media supported by Zona Wifi , and were spoiled with delicious drinks from Hatten Wines, Two Islands Wines, Dragonfl y Moscato, Heineken, and Jose Cuervo. Recharge Night was
also full of prizes – a two-night stay voucher at Conrad Bali for the winner of the photo contest
and door prizes from The ONE Legian Hotel, Hotel Villa Lumbung, MoonLite Kitchen and Bar – Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort, Bali Dynasty Resort, Sephora, New Kuta Golf, Ungasan Hotel & Convention Center, and Hotel Quickly. See you at the next Recharge Night Party this year!
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AIRLINES
■ AIRPORT OPERATORTel: (0361) 751-011
■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYSWisthi Sabha Building, 2nd Floor
Ngurah Rai International Aiprort
Call Centre: 0804-1-888888
■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIATel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: (0361) 768-369
■ ROYAL BRUNEITel: (0361) 757-292
■ SINGAPORE AIRLINESJl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport
Tel: (0361) 936-8388, Fax: (0361) 936-8383
■ GARUDA Jl. Jalan Sugianyar, 5 Denpasar
Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298
24-hour access: 08071-807-807
■ MERPATI Jl. Gatot Subroto Tengah, 26 Denpasar
Tel: (0361) 411-364
Airport Tel: (0361) 9351-011, ext. 5240/5242
Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741
■ MANDALA AIRLINES Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya
Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar, Reservation
Call center 08041234567
■ NGURAH RAI AIRPORTTel/Fax: (0361) 759-761
■ THAI INTERNATIONAL Grand Bali Beach Sanur, Tel: (0361) 288-141
■ QATAR AIRWAYSDiscovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach
Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788. Departure
International Terminal, 2nd fl . – Room OP.II.8
East Wing Ngurah Rai International Airport
Tel: (0361) 9360274; Fax : (0361) 9360275
■ DEPARTUREArrive at the airport two hours prior to
departure. A Rp. 150,000 international
departure tax is required. Domestic departure
fee is Rp 75,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay
for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for
International departure. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport,
Tel: (0361) 751-011
CONSULATES
■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234
Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195
E-mail: [email protected]
www.bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au
■ BRITAIN Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar
Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804
E-mail: [email protected]
■ BRAZIL Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta
Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005
E–mail: [email protected]
■ CHILE Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar
Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783
E-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, Sanur
Tel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826
Email: [email protected]
■ HUNGARY Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur.
Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456
Email: [email protected]
■ INDIA Jl. Raya Puputan 163, Renon - Denpasar
Tel. (0361) 259-502/259-503
Fax.(0361) 259-505
■ ITALY Lotus Enterprises Building
Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran
Tel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005
E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org
■ JAPANJl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar
Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066
E-mail: [email protected]
■ MALAYSIA Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai Kuta
Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373
E-mail: [email protected]
■ MEXICO PT Puri Astina Putra Building
Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon, Denpasar
Tel: (0361) 223-266, Fax: (0361) 244-568
E-mail: [email protected]
■ NETHERLANDS KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta
Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777
E-mail: [email protected]
■ ROYAL DANISH Sunset Road No. 89 Ruko Sunset Indah I Kav. 3
Tel: (0361) 821-6979, Fax: (0361) 7666-38
E-mail: [email protected]
■ POLAND Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C,
Banjar Umasari, Kerobokan
Tel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165
E-mail: [email protected]
■ SLOVAKIA Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118
Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477
E-mail: [email protected]
■ SPAIN Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11
Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta
Tel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296
E-mail: [email protected]
■ SWEDEN & FINLANDSegara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara Ayu
Tel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211
E-mail: [email protected]
■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIAJl. Ganetri 9 D, Gatot Subroto Timur, Denpasar
Tel: (0361) 264-149, Fax: (0361) 243-747
E-mail: [email protected]
■ THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81,
Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310
E-mail: [email protected]
■ TIMOR LESTEJl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar
Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092
E-mail: [email protected]
■ UNITED STATES Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar
Tel: (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.
CLINIC&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
■ BIMC Hospital Kuta 24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h
Medical Centre, international standard hospital
with fully equipped ambulances, emergency
room, intensive care unit, operating theatres,
radiology and pathology, ward rooms,
international and multilingual team of medical
experts, CosMedic Centre for non-invasive and
invasive cosmetic and aesthetic treatments.
Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100X, Kuta 80361
Tel: (0361) 761-263, Fax: (0361) 767-701
■ BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua 24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h
Medical Centre, international standard hospital
with fully equipped ambulances, emergency
room, intensive care unit, operating theatres,
radiology and pathology, ward rooms,
international and multilingual team of medical
experts, CosMedic Centre, Dialysis Centre,
Dental Centre.
Kawasan BTDC, Blok D, Nusa Dua 80363,
Tel: (0361) 3000-911, Fax: (0361) 3001-150
■ SILOAM HOSPITALS 24-hour emergency 779-911
Jl. Sunset Road No. 818, Kuta, Badung, Bali
Tel: +62-361-779-900
E-mail: [email protected]
■ 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 Jl. Nusa Indah, East Denpasar
Tel: (0361) 227-176
■ ANTONIO BLANCO Ubud , Tel: (0361) 975-502, 975-551
open daily 8 am-5 pm
■ ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUMPejeng, Tel: (0361) 942-352
Open 8 am - 3 pm weekdays
■ GEDONG KIRTYA HISTORICAL LIBRARY Tel: (0362) 25141, Jl. Veteran,
Singaraja. Open 7am - 3pm Monday -
Thursday, until Fridaynoon, closed on weekends
■ GALLERY SENIWATI Jl. Ubud Raya,
Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485
■ MUSEUM BALI Tel: (0361) 235-059,
222-680, Jl. Let. Kol Wisnu, Denpasar
■ MUSEUM LE MAYEURTel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur.
Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday.
■ MUSEUM MANUSA YADNYAMengwi, open daily, but often unattended
■ MUSEUM NEKA Tel: (0361) 975-074,
975-034, Jl. Raya Campuan, Ubud
open daily 9 am - 5 pm.
■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud,
Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com
■ MUSEUM RUDANATel: (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, Kuta
Tel: (0361) 756-175/76
■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICEJl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar
Tel: (0361) 222-387
■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja
Tel: (0362) 251-41
■ UBUD TOURIST INFORMATION SERVICE Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar
Tel: (0361) 96-285, 973-285; 8 am - 9 pm
INFO
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