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Indonesia
The Couple’s Nirvana
Courtesy of Anahata Villas and Spa Resort, Bali
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After tying the wedding knot, spending your Honeymoon in Indonesia would be your perfect getaway.
The varied geographical and cultural features of Indonesian archipelago attract visitors from all over the world.
Even to this day, Indonesia preserves some of the most remote and unexplored areas in the world. Surely
Indonesia is the perfect for your hidden and solitude momments with your beloved one. Come to the land of
dense wood, emerald islands, hilly ridges and silver white beaches for a memorable experience. Honeymoon in
Indonesia is going to be one of the most cherished tours in your life.
This may be one of the most popular honeymoon destinations, but it is for a good reason; Indonesia offers
variety from the bugdet to the most luxurious kind. A treasure trove of tropical islands, deep jungle and vibrant
culture, it cannot be beaten for a romantic getaway.
Ubud, Bali – pg. 2
Nusa Dua, Bali – pg. 10
Bunaken, North Sulawesi – pg. 18
Bintan – pg. 22
Gili Meno, West Nusa Tenggara – pg. 29
Moyo Island, West Nusa Tenggara – pg. 32
Kampung Sampireun, Garut, West Java – pg. 36
Tanjung lesung, Banten – pg. 39
Yogyakarta – pg. 42
Losari Coffee Plantation and Borobudur - Amanjiwo, Magelang, Central Java – pg. 48
Ubud Ubud is already wellknown for couple who look for
tranquility for their honeymoon. It is a remarkable town in the
middle of the island of Bali. This region is steeped in history and
culture. Many remains from the old kingdoms of Bali can be found
here, and unique arts and crafts are just waiting to be discovered.
Ubud is surrounded by most of the things that bring people to Bali. In
this town, you can visit the temples and villages that have remained
relatively unchanged through the years. For more than a century, it
has been the island's preeminent centre for fine arts, dance and music.
Ubud offers several natural retreats. The lush, green views and cool
atmosphere of scenic rice fields and rivers makes morning and
afternoon strolls most pleasant. If you’re looking for peace, quiet and
romantic, then Ubud is the place to be.
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Additionally, elegant five star hotels and sprawling mansions now stand on its outskirts, overlooking
the most prized views in Bali. Nevertheless, it also has numerous places provides cheap accomodation for its
visitors. They are all ready to welcome newly weds to experience their Balinese romanticism.
Couple’s activity Watching cultural performances
As the centre of the arts, Ubud has dance and shadow puppet performances every night. The
schedule of the performance is easily find in the website or just go to tourist information center near Ubud
market.
Barong Dance
The show is performed in Batubulan, about fifteen minutes south of Ubud on the main road
to Sanur. A Barong dance performance takes place here every day, lasting about an hour. It is very
much a performance for tourists, and the story is of the never ending battle between good and evil.
There is actually not much dancing and a lot of talking in this performance. While buying a ticket, you
will get a description of the forthcoming performance.
Kecak in Pura Dalem
Performed in Jl Raya Ubud, it is one of the best kecak performances in Ubud, every Friday and
Monday evening. Staged in beautiful surroundings outside under the banyan trees, and followed by a
fire dance.
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Puri Saren & Puri Saraswati
If you want to see various Balinese dances with many different story and name, this is the place
to be. Performed just east of Jl Monkey Forest, Jl Raya Ubud, smack dab in the centre of town, dance
performances are staged here almost nightly.
Relaxing at the Spas
The hotel or resort all around Ubud usually also provide spa services to it guests, so you don’t need
to go outside your comfort and convenience hotel. But there are also plenty of spas for resynchronising
your chakras and sparkling your romanticism with you beloved one.
- Bali Healing
Jl Hanoman 43, Padang Tegal
☎ +62 361 7911104
- Bodyworks Healing Centre
Jl Hanoman 25
☎ +62 361 975720
- Pertenin Body Care
Jl Jatayu
☎ +62 361 972834
- SANg Spa
Jl Jembawan 29B (at the bend in the
southern part of Jl Jembawan, walk down
a small side street)
☎ +62 361 8631816
- Ubud Sari Health Resort
Jl Kajeng 35 (a 10 minute walk
northwards up Jl Kajeng from the centre
of Ubud)
☎ +62 361 974393
- Verona Spa
Jl Monkey Forest (at the end of the alley
by Yulia Hotel)
☎ +62 361 970975
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Visiting temples, musems, galleries, and other cultural sites
The key historical sites are located out of town, some as far as 20km away, and you might find it
worthwhile joining a tour to visit these. If you do visit attractions such as Goa Gajah, Gunung Kawi, Pura
Kehen and Tirta Empul under your own steam, try to find a knowledgeable guide when you get there.
Whilst you will certainly appreciate the beauty of these places, their cultural and spiritual significance will be
lost without a guide.
Enjoying the green rice paddies and Ubud’s landscape.
The area around Ubud is characterised by gently rolling rice paddies, and these create an impression
of greenness which can be quite startlingly beautiful. This is especially true to the south and southeast of the
town. Any visitor approaching from the south will appreciate this and it is worth a stop just to absorb the
gentle beauty of it all.
Northeast of Ubud town centre the land starts to become more undulating, and this is a good
place to view Bali's classic rice terraces. The village of Tegallalang is worth braving the hordes of trinket
peddlers to view the stunning terraces there. Look for the picture postcard rice terraces on you right-hand
side. For those moving on north to the Kintamani area, this is on route and makes for an easy stop.
On the opposite side of town in the Campuhaun, Sanggingan, and Kedewatan areas, the landscape
changes dramatically as great gorges have been carved out of the limestone land base by the Ayung and
Wos rivers. It's no surprise that so many five star hotels have made their home in these lush, dramatic
valleys. Opportunities for viewing these gorges are many. You can just find your own way and explore by
motorbike (it is very hard work by bicycle as the hills are steep). Head west out of town over the Campuhan
Bridge and just start exploring. The main road here is Jl Raya Sanggingan, and if you continue heading away
from town you will reach the junction with Jl Raya Kedewatan. From that point you can turn in either
direction and just keep exploring. Alternatively, you can stop into a hotel or restaurant, have a drink or
lunch, and gaze out in very civilised surroundings.
Courtesy of Kamandalu Resort and Spa, Ubud
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Accommodation
The Ubud Village
The Luxurious and Exotic Experience. Located on the verdant hillsides of Ubud, Ubud Village
Resort & Spa is a perfect Balinese hideaway for romantic couples, honeymooners and families alike.
Overlooking an expanse of gorgeous terraced rice paddies, Ubud Village Resort and Spa has a relaxing
atmosphere throughout which is further enhanced by excellent service and guest amenities. Surrounded by
picturesque rice paddy terraces and set within luxuriant landscaped tropical gardens - with coconut palms,
manicured lawns, lotus ponds and our own rice paddies - Ubud Village Resort & Spa is a retreat style
boutique resort designed for relaxation, invigoration and peaceful contemplation.
Various activities showcase Bali's artistic heritage with interactive classes of dance, music, painting,
cooking, and fruit sculpting and wood carving. While our adventure programme of trekking, cycling and
rafting caters to those with more active tastes.
Contact:
Jalan Raya Nyuh Kuning, Pengosekan
Ubud - Bali, Indonesia.
Phone: 62 361 978 444(hunting)
Fax: 62 361 971 333
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.theubudvillage.com
FuramaXclusive Villas and Spa
The FuramaXclusive Villas & Spa Ubud showcases 18 stylish modern villas on a magnificent 70-
meter lagoon. Whether you select our Lagoon Pool Villa or our Spa Pool Villa, be ready for a placid
experience. Housed amid the tranquility of Padi fields, sun-decks await with options of a personal outdoor
whirlpool bathtub as well as a dedicated spa therapy area. Surely it is the best option for honeymooner who
look for tranquility.
Contact:
FuramaXclusive Villas & Spa Ubud, Bali
Banjar Bindu, Mambal,
8 Jalan Melati
PO. Box 134 - Ubud 80571,
Badung, Bali - Indonesia.
Telephone (62) 361 8988 688
Fax (62) 361 8988 689
Email [email protected]
Website:
http://www.furamaxclusive.com/ubud
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Kamandalu Resort and Spa
Nestled in the lush green hills of Ubud, the artistic heart of Bali, Kamandalu Resort and Spa is a five
star boutique resort built in the traditional style of a real-life Balinese village with a touch of contemporary
style. The exclusively all-villas accommodation blend harmoniously into the surrounding green terraced
rice paddies and tropical forests.
Designed individually, each villa presents its own enchanting panoramic view across the lush valley
of Ubud and Petanu River, one of the major rivers in Ubud. All materials built into the villas were
specifically picked for a specific reason to present you with the best possible blissful experience. All of the
villas feature natural stone finishing and indigenous grass (alang-alang) roofings. Most villas have their own
private bale bengong (traditional outdoor day-bed) for the perfect enjoyment of the art of doing nothing.
The pool villas with large free-form private pools have more than what it takes for your perfect romantic
getaway. In addition, enjoy and relax in one of the largest swimming pools in Ubud, while sipping your
favorite cocktail from the swim-up bar.
Contact:
Jalan Andong
Banjar Nagi
Ubud, Bali 80571, Indonesia
P +62 361 975825
F +62 361 975851
+62 361 978136
emails
general info: [email protected]
reservation: [email protected]
spa: [email protected]
Website: http://www.kamandaluresort.com
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Anahata Villas and Spa Resort
Natural retreat for mind, body and soul at honeymoon. Anahata Villas and Spa Resort, a deluxe
Bali hotel spa. Nestled in the lush landscape of the Petanu River bank, Anahata is a world class Bali hotel
villa. Surrounded by verdant tropical forest and restful waters, couples to these Bali vacation villas would
experience the tranquility of a pristine environment with all the amenities of luxurious living...
Contact:
Anahata Villas & Spa Resort
Br Umah Anyar, Pejeng Kaja
Tampak Siring, Gianyar
PO Box 1011 UBUD
Bali, Indonesia
Telp: +62-361-7453267,
+62-361-978991/2
Fax: +62-361-970093
Email : [email protected]
Website: www.anahataresort.com
Mara River Safari Park Lodge
Honeymoon in Mara River Safari Lodge offers splendid activities for honeymooner who looks for
something different and fond of animal. It is a themed resort of a boutique luxury lodge in Bali filled with
entertainment, activities, safari park, spa, elephant ride and more. It is located 30 min drive from Sanur,
Ubud or 1 hour drive from Kuta.
Spend quality leisure time venturing into the park to
explore the Balinese architecture and culture or to visit wildlife
from around the world. Conversely if you need to just relax or
rest, try the Kiboko Pool where you can watch the day, or
animals pass by. Dine on delectable cuisine against the
amazing backdrop of the Tsavo Lion Restaurant where these
magnificent creatures prowl around the outer boundary.
Contact:
Mara River Safari Lodge at Bali Safari and Marine Park
Jl. Bypass Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra Km. 19,8 Gianyar 80551 - Bali - Indonesia
Telp. + 62 361 950 000 (hunting), Direct: +62 361 747 5000
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Fax. + 62 361 950 555
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.marariversafarilodge.com
Budget
Ubud has many homestays which are the cheapest form of lodging, a good way to meet the locals,
and the natural replacement for hostels on the backpacker circuit. If you want to stay in town, the area
around Jl Monkey Forest is generally the little more expensive (from Rp 80,000-100,000 per night). If
you want cheaper prices try the areas around Jl Hanoman, north of Jl Raya Ubud and further out in
Peliatan. In the low season especially, bargains can be had by those willing to bargain.
Access Centrally located at the world’s famous tourist destination Bali, access to Ubud would never bring you
any problem. Bali is connected one or two flights from world major cities. Bali’s airport is located in Kuta, then
you need local transport to go to Ubud. There is local shuttle bus offers daily direct transfers to Ubud from
Ngurah Rai International Airport, Sanur, Lovina, Kuta, Bedugul, Candidasa, and Padang Bai. These are
convenient and inexpensive; e.g. four times per day from the airport for Rp 50,000.
If you want to take a taxi to Ubud from South Bali, it is best to charter the vehicle for a return trip, otherwise,
you'll be hit with a 30% fee for going out-of-town. Metered fares, one-way and not including surcharge, are
around Rp 100,000 from Denpasar and Rp 200,000 from Kuta.
To get around Ubud, in the central area can be covered on foot, but you will need some form of
transport to explore the extended vicinity. Bemos play the main routes in and around Ubud, and the main stop
and gathering point is Ubud market at the junction of Jl Monkey Forest and Jl Raya Ubud. Most bemos stop
running in the late afternoon, and are always more frequent in the morning.
Most local transport comes in the form of SUVs or minivans that can be hired with a driver for specific
trips. Look for the circular yellow "E" logo on the windshield certifying them as Ubud Transport Association
members. You can (and should) haggle a bit over the price, and pay a touch less than for the equivalent journey
in a metered taxi. A short trip is about Rp 20,000 to 30,000, and drivers will be glad to wait for you for a
return fare. Also, there are guys on motorbikes who will also offer bike rides (ojek) and are about half the price
of those in a car.
Many hotels are located out of town, and are happy to offer regular, complimentary drop-off and pick-
up services to central Ubud. Expect to pay higher than taxi prices if you are intending to go further afield.
Motorbike
As elsewhere in Bali, motorbike rental is widely available, and you will not be short of options. Expect
to pay between Rp 50,000 and 80,000 per day. Look for rental agencies on all the main streets, or ask your
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hotel to organise for you. Navigation can be confusing, as signage is limited and all the roads look pretty much
the same at first, but take it easy and stop to ask for directions if (when) you get lost.
Bicycle
You can rent bicycles for about Rp 20,000-30,000 per day. There is a large selection available at the
corner of the football field on Jl Monkey Forest. Beware though: Ubud is very hilly, so cycling can be hard,
sweaty work, but it could fun things to do with your love one…
Nusa Dua, Bali Nusa Dua offers the ultimate luxury in Bali. If you are after a place to stay in style then Nusa Dua is as
good as it gets! If the purpose of your stay on Bali is just laying and on the beach, recieving a first class service
and not have the hassle of bargaining with the local traders, Nusa Dua may be the place for you.
Crystal clear water and stretches of white sandy beach of Nusa Dua makes Nusa Dua a perfect spot for
luxurious resorts to which your exhausted bodies. Some of the most sumptuous and luxurious hotels in the
world find their home in Nusa Dua Bali. It hosts most of the major 5 star resorts and international restaurants
with international price tags to fit. It is however possible to find some budget accommodation. You can tee off
into the sunset, while watching the gentle waves come from the blue sea and caress the banks surrounding the
luscious greens. Tranquil swimming pools under the coconut trees seem to be one with the distant blue sea. Art
galleries and numerous shops surround them.
Courtesy of Bali Java Holiday Tour
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Couple’s Activity Beside enjoying the luxury of world class hotel and resort, in Nusa Dua you can also do several activities outside
the hotel area, such as:
Golf
One of three top notch golf courses in Bali, and perhaps the most popular of them all due to its
convenient location. Any hotel will be able to arrange a round for you - ask about packages on offer as these
can save you a lot of money. Booking a tee time is very important on this very busy course.
Nusa Dua Golf and County Club, Kawasan Wisata, Nusa Dua
☎ +62 361 771791
Spa
Unsurprisingly, Nusa Dua is home too many good quality spas. If you are staying at a luxury resort,
then you will certainly have access to in-house spa and treatment facilities.
Here is a small selection of the numerous independent spas:
- Alam Alang Bali Spa
Facilities: Balinese creambath, stone
massage, Balinese mandi lulur, Ayurvedic,
facial, oil head massage. Jalan Mahardika
No.10X, Mumbul
Phone: +62 361 771799/7447453
Fax: +62 361 771799
- Spa Sekar Jagat
Authentic Balinese massage and spa
treatments.
Jalan Bypass Nusa Dua
Phone: +62 361 770210
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Walking path
A large swathe of the Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa beachfront is connected via a nice walking path,
and morning walks here are especially recommended. The footpath runs from just in front of the Ayodya
Resort in the south for about 7 km north to the Grand Mirage on the Tanjung Benoa spit. This passes by two
obvious spits, both of which host temples.
Accomodation
Conrad Bali
The luxury Conrad Bali is set within 6.8 hectares of manicured, tropical gardens and lagoons
complete with cascading waterfalls and pools that gracefully descend onto the hotel's wide expanse of beach
and protected bay. Located on the southern coast of Bali, Conrad Bali is conveniently situated only ten
kilometres (6.5 miles) from Bali's Ngurah Rai International Airport at Denpasar and next to Bali's Nusa Dua
resort area.
While honeymooning at the Conrad Bali, the bridal pair can soak up the sun along the stunning
350-metre beach, cool off in the swimming pool and lagoons or enjoy a myriad of watersports. Pure
relaxation and abandonment comes from pampering in the Jiwa Spa, where ancient wisdom and modern
techniques are blended into treatments of exceptional indulgence. Alternatively, more intimate relaxation
is available in the contemporary luxury of the honeymoon cocoon.
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Conrad Bali also has distinguished facilities for wedding purpose. They describe it into several
different character:
INFINITY
A magnificent purpose built glass triangular structure, floating in water and located on the beachfront
with panoramic views of the shimmering Indian Ocean and sacred Mount Agung. Seats 60.
WATER GARDEN
A unique wedding bale afloat in the middle of a lotus pond, decorated in either Balinese aesthetic or
contemporary style. Seats 18 under the main bale. Seats up to 150 on the terraces surrounding the
wedding bale.
FLOATING GARDEN
Enter over a manicured lawn extending to the wedding bale with a water fountain backdrop. Seats up to
140 for a wedding ceremony.
BEACH BALE
A classic beach front wedding under the shade of an open-air bale. “Bale” is the Indonesian description
of an open sided thatched roof gazebo.
Contact:
Jl. Pratama 168, Tanjung Benoa,
On the Coast of Nusa Dua,
Bali 80363, Indonesia
Phone: [62] 361 778788
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.conradBali.com
Kayumanis Nusa Dua
Famous for its stretches of long white sandy
beaches and upscale resort facilities, Nusa Dua is also
home to the exclusive world of Kayumanis.
Kayumanis Nusa Dua is a serene setting of quiet
sophistication and understated elegance. An exclusive
enclave of luxuriously appointed pavilions, each
offers unrivalled space, exceptional comfort, and
complete privacy within secluded walled gardens. It is
a perfect spot for honeymooner who looks for
tranquility and hidden gateaway for their romantic
moments.
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Purposely designed as the perfect private and contemporary retreat, Kayumanis is also the ideal
setting for intimate and personalized weddings. From airport transfers to table settings, accommodations to
special entrées, Kayumanis is prepared to free you from every conceivable and unanticipated hassle the
planning of an event as special as this requires. Recognized for its experienced and personalized service,
Kayumanis will make every effort to ensure your special day proves to be the most memorable occasion
every lifetime deserves.
Contact:
Kayumanis Jimbaran Private Estate and Spa
Jalan Yoga Perkanthi, Jimbaran 80364, Bali, Indonesia
Phone: 62-361 705 777
Fax: 62-361 705 102
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kayumanis.com
The Bale
The Balé is a rare gem, a retreat dedicated to revitalizing your soul. With just 29 blissful pavilions,
each with their own private swimming pool and modern, fashionable interiors, The Balé offers you the
chance to relax and revitalize in style. Stroll through peaceful white − walled courtyards and past refreshing
water pools, indulge in the unique collection of holistic spa treatments and well-being programs and dine
on the freshest organic produce. Indeed, the Bale will serve you the best for your memorable honeymoon.
Additionally, their ‘no children’ policy allows a couple to really be a couple, and spend every
moment reconnecting with each other. Consider The Balé your private tropical retreat. Think of this as a
luxurious stay with a small family of friends, where you can be as public or private as you wish.
Contact:
THE BALÉ
Nusa Dua - Bali
Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan. P.O Box 76
Nusa Dua 80363
Bali - Indonesia
Tel: +62 361 775 111
Fax: +62 361 775 222
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.thebale.com
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The Laguna Resort and Spa
The Laguna Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali, a haven of relaxed luxury offering the highest level of
personalized service to discerning travelers. Located in the exclusive Nusa Dua resort area, on Bali’s most
beautiful beach, a tranquil haven of tropical gardens, sparkling lagoons and luxurious accommodation
awaits you at The Laguna Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali.
Enjoy the vast swimmable lagoons within the resort – 5,000 square meters in total. The crystal
clear lagoons harmonize with the landscaped tropical gardens to create a relaxed and tranquil environment.
For a special romantic occasion, private beachfront dining with spectacular ocean views is available in one of
the beachfront gazebos.
Laguna Spa & Villa provides a luxurious atmosphere in which to relax and rejuvenate, as highly-
trained therapists deliver a wide range of facial and body treatments, massages, and beauty treatments. Our
exclusive Pevonia Botanica treatment packages feature the Pevonia Botanica skin care line, and will envelop
you in a romantic luxurious environment. Choose from our aromatherapy mask treatments, anti-aging
treatments, including Youthful Vitality Skin Fit for Him, Escutox™ and Myoxy Caviar Luxe Facial and
Youthful Lip Treatment with Retinol. Enjoy soothing body wraps Aromatherapy Body Salt Glow, Anti-
Stress, Renew Aromatic Moor Mud Wrap, Purify Moroccan Cocoon with Rassoul, Thalassotherapy with
Micronized Seaweed and Balneotherapy with Natural Moor.
The Laguna Spa & Villa also offers an array of essential body care treatments from Bali and Java,
using locally-derived natural products. A spectacular private Spa Villa offers treatment packages for couples
in a romantic luxurious environment.
Contact:
Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua Lot N2
usa Dua,
Bali
80363
Indonesia
Phone: (62)(361) 771327
Fax: (62)(361) 771326
The Oasis Boutique Beach Resort
The Oasis Benoa Bali Boutique Beach Resort invites you to experience memorable island living that
is a new paradigm of hospitality on the Island of Bali. Located on one of Southern Coast’s picturesque white
sandy beaches of Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, the Oasis Benoa Bali Boutique Beach Resort offers panoramic
views of the sea. With only 20-minute drive from Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport, you can choose
your style of resort comfort with our 118 modern rooms either in Superior, Deluxe, or Suite rooms. All our
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Superior and Deluxe rooms have balcony or terrace facing the pool. Nine well-appointed suites include
Ocean Suites with the ocean view, Royale Suites with the Jacuzzi and Pool Suites with the private pool.
When you decide on a hotel wedding, the hotel will plan on making your wedding a dream come
true by making everything perfectly yours. Because the perfect wedding means different things to different
people. Whether you dream of a simple wedding ceremony for just the two of you, a colorful Balinese
celebration or an elegant white wedding in paradise, we will create it for you either at our beach-front
tropical garden or at our rooftop with a breathtaking view of the sea.
The Oasis wedding planning creates picture-perfect events. We are excited about every single
element - from the way the tables are set, to the moment you enter the room as bride and groom. As you
work closely with our trained wedding planner staff, you will choose from several customized wedding
packages and services we offer which will make planning a wedding easier, satisfy your every wish and create
the most unforgettable day for your and your partner.
Contact:
The Oasis Benoa - Boutique Beach Resort
Jl. Pratama No. 68A,
Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua 80363
Bali - Indonesia.
Ph. (62-361) 770 126
Fax. (62-361) 778 426
Email: [email protected]
Website:
http://www.theoasisbenoa.com
The St. Regis Bali Resort
Tranquility and barefoot elegance entwine on the soft, sandy beaches of Nusa Dua, the Garden of
Bali. Swim through calm blue lagoons and savor the lavishly appointed private residences. This St. Regis
address is like no other. From seductive treatments in the spacious Remède Spa to exquisite dining within
reach of azure waters, experience remarkably personalized bespoke service on lush, private land, all adjacent
to the magnificent Bali Golf & Country Club.
The perfect honeymoon at St. Regis begins with a beautiful setting that evokes romance. Whether
you are warming fireside after a powder day in the Rockies, admiring New York's premier art collections, or
lounging together in a private villa overlooking crystal waters, each St. Regis destination promises a
memorable experience to share.
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St. Regis also offers the best service for memorable wedding with the complete facilities. With its
stunning beachfront location, the Cloud Nine Chapel is the perfect choice for weddings. The crystal
chandelier hanging from the high ceiling and the magnificent panoramic views of the ocean from the Cloud
Nine Chapel conspire to create an enchanting atmosphere that is both sophisticated and intimate. Designed
to accentuate the beauty of the setting, the Cloud Nine Chapel is surrounded by a pond filled with water
that overflows and cascades down steps, creating a calming vision and feel. A wood-terraced reception area
sits beyond the pond, right at the beachfront, providing guests with an ideal spot for pre-dinner canapés
and beverages.
Creative and authentic in every way, the executive chef lives for the perfection of personalization
as he works closely with couples to create their own distinctive wedding menu, guided by their individual
tastes and aspirations.
St. Regis brides and grooms receive the highest level of care and attention from their initial
meeting with our experienced staff to the last moment of their enchanted gathering. Toast to traditions to
come with your first evening as bride and groom at The St. Regis Bali Resort.
Contact:
The St. Regis Bali Resort
Kawasan Pariwisata, Nusa Dua
Lot S6, PO Box 44, Nusa Dua
Bali, Bali 80363
Indonesia
Phone: (62)(361) 8478 111
Fax: (62)(361) 8478 099
Email: [email protected]
Other Accommodation
There is little accommodation in Nusa Dua outside of the luxury price range although many of the
large resorts do offer very substantial reductions in the low season, please always check on each hotel’s
website.
Access Nusa Dua is located 40km south of Denpasar, the provincial capital of Bali. Access is easy from the Kuta
area (20-30 minutes) and Jimbaran (15 minutes) on the main southern route called Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai,
which becomes Jalan Bypass Nusa Dua as it approaches the enclave.
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The Ngurah Rai international airport is about 20 to 30 minutes by car or taxi. If you are staying here,
then your hotel will no doubt arrange to pick you up at the airport.
Public transport if far from regular in the area, but some bemos from Tegal terminal in Denpasar do ply
the main bypass.
Bunaken If you and your lover is diving lover, this is truly the
perfect place to be for your honeymoon. The Bunaken National
Park covers a total surface area of 89,065 hectares, 97% of which
is overlain by sparkling clear tropical water. The colorful coral
gardens are right in front of the resort. A short distance away
you will find the Bunaken Timur reef, one of the most famous
diving and snorkeling spots within the marine park.
This is one of Indonesia’s best diving and snorkeling
location and have earned plaudits throughout the world.
Bunaken has achieved a reputation as something of a Mecca for
international divers and boasts an incredible range of
underwater environments in a relatively close proximity. The
area is unique, it’s the heart of the most biologically diverse
marine environment on earth, you can see over 70% of all fish
species that exist in the Indo-Western Pacific. There are more
than 300 species of fish and 500 coral varieties.
The coral walls don’t fail to impress, leading to countless hours exploring the caves, nooks and crannies
of remarkable reefs. Lionfish always impress, as do the feisty clown fish. Dolphins are quite often spotted and at
some drop-off points, shoals of fish swirl around in such profusion it’s like entering a wind-driven snowstorm.
With about 20 dive spots to choose from, divers will have the chance to swim below the sea, and frolic joyfully
while admiring the sea creatures with your beloved.
Couple Activies Beach-combing, especially at low tide when the
reef top is accessible.
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Hiking to some of the secluded coves on the eastern and northern part of the island. Trails
are poorly marked.
Fishing, but only outside of the park boundaries. Hire a boat or join one of the local
fishermen.
Dolphin & Whale watching, either on diveboat trips or by hiring a boat privately.
Accomodation
Tasik Ria Dive Resort
Tasik Ria is the only Manado resort to use high quality, comfortable diving boats to explore the
islands of the Bunaken marine park. An international standard beach resort with excellent, modern facilities,
and well appointed rooms, the resort offers high quality at a great price. Tasik Ria resort has boat diving at
the 5 islands that make up the Bunaken National Park, as well as some interesting dives close to the resort
on the Manado shoreline, and trips further afield to the Lembeh Strait. They offers memorable experience
for couple who wants to fall in love again.
Couples can enjoy a relaxing body treatment at the Matana Spa. It is a perfect haven for enjoying
an authentic traditional Indonesian spa. Immerse yourself in some pure indulgence and relaxation. All
treatments take place in the privacy of your private cabana and include:
- Indonesian deep-muscle massage to soothe tired muscles and encourage well-being
- Reflexology to re-charge your energy channels using aromatic essential oils
- Rejuvenating beauty treatments using an essential array of oils and herbs, each with amazing properties
After your treatment, sip a healthy herb infusion or fresh juice as you relax in a petal bath, steam
room or jacuzzi. Be assured that every detail you encounter has been carefully designed to deliver an
experience you will never forget. Your spa experience is created by trained, professional and friendly
therapists.
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Whether you are looking for total
relaxation or a little pampering, Matana Spa is
the perfect place, set within a beautifully
landscaped courtyard and overlooking a lily
pond.
Contact:
Jl. Raya Trans Sulawesi
Tasik Ria, Manado 95351
North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Phone: +62 431 824445
Fax: +62 431 823444
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.tasikria.com
The Bunaken SeaGarden Resort
Comfortable cottages in a beautiful surrounding. The Bunaken SeaGarden Resort is situated at the
east coast of Bunaken Island along Pangalisang Beach in the middle of the Bunaken National Park. It´s a
small and cozy resort with spacious cottages build in the traditional Indonesian style. From the SeaGarden
restaurant you have a good view over the mangrove beach and the open sea, in the morning you can enjoy
here the colorful sunrise. High tide creates a long natural pool along the resort. At low tide a shady and
sandy beach appears. A perfect place to relax with a cool refreshing drink.
They offer 6 comfortable cottages build in the traditional Indonesian style with local materials such
as coconut poles, walls of "pitate" and coconut wood furniture to create the right exotic atmosphere.
In the resort, you can join several activities with your love one, such as scuba diving, Padi courses,
snorkeling, Dolphin Tour, Highland Tour, Volcano climbing and more can be arranged for you and if you
have special requests then just ask us, and the resort will do their best to organise it.
Contact:
Bunaken SeaGarden Resort
Pangalisang Beach - Bunaken Island
North Sulawesi - Indonesia
Phone: Sonya
+6281244738802 or: +6281523763432
Email: [email protected]
Website:
http://www.bunakenseagardenresort.com
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Access To go to Bunaken, the easiest way is via Manado (North Sulawesi). It is an accessible capital city,
reachable via international flights from Singapore or Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur), Philippines (Davao) and
domestic daily flghts from Jakarta, Surabaya, Balikpapan and Bali. Daily Domestic Flight from Jakarta, Surabaya,
Bali and Balikpapan are also available.
The Ships to Manado is only from Indonesian islands. PELNI has six large passenger boats calling at the
deep-water port of Bitung, plus there are many smaller ferries out of Manado itself. They call at ports along the
coast, go north to Tahuna (Sangihe) and Lirung (Talaud) or over to Ternate and Ambon. PT PELNI passenger
ships will take you to Bitung Harbor, about 45 km from Manado.
Information about ferry schedules of the Indonesian Shipping Agency PELNI please click
www.pelni.co.id. Besides Bitung harbour, there are smaller harbours like Manado, Amurang, Likupang,
Tanawangko and Belang served by smaller ships with shorter routes.
The Trans-Sulawesi Road stretches all the way from Manado in the north to Makassar in the south of
Sulawesi. But this is not recommended for you because from Palu or South Sulawesi will take several days to
Manado, long way to go.
Manado to Bunaken
The island of Bunaken is easily reached from Manado by motorized boat, departing from Manado
harbor, Molas, Kalasey and Tasik Ria beach. Bunaken is about 45 to 60 minutes by boat from Manado. Most
resorts will arrange transfers from the airport for their guests.
Alternatively, ferries from Manado to Bunaken leave daily, except on Sundays, when they leave from
Pasar Jengki near the Manado harbor. The return journey from Bunaken to Manado usually leaves early in the
morning.
There are also charter boats that depart in the morning and return in the late afternoon. These are
usually reserved for travel packages organized by agents or hotels.
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Bintan Glistening white sand, blue water, and crowded as the trees is a fusion that makes this island so
beautiful. For the happiest day of your life that you and your beloved will cherish forever, Bintan is the perfect
option. At Bintan, any dream flourished, be it the renewal of vows, exotic honeymoon or solemnization, the
deep blue of the South China Sea merging on the horizon with the bright blue sky for the backdrop, and the
tranquil sound of the waves lapping on the shore invoking your desire for an eternal relationship! Everyone
wants their wedding to be special and unique. For those planning an Island Wedding, do consider Bintan as the
perfect wedding destination.
Weddings in Bintan Island deliver a
celebration both intimate and personalized.
Choose from woven palm-leaf mat for the aisle,
decorative shady parasols at water’s edge, or a
lavish use of flowers for an all-natural archway.
Guests will also appreciate the casual yet chic
beach dress code, with iced refreshing cocktails
and cold towels adding welcome relief. Or cool
down to an evening ceremony, set to a stunning
crimson sunset.
Ceremonies aside, your guests can indulge in activities like spas, golf, nature tours or water-sports.
Reliable infrastructure links everyone easily by coach between resorts. And for your guests from abroad, the
tropical island setting by the South China Sea is the perfect tonic after their flight to Singapore.
Above it all, Bintan’s breath-taking coastal views and lush tropical settings provide the ideal backdrops
for your wedding photographs. With Bintan as your wedding partner, you may feel close to home, but your
worries are worlds away.
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Accomodation
Angsana Resort & Spa Bintan
Come to the idyllic world of Angsana Resort & Spa Bintan, presenting to you the ideal location for
this happiest day of your life! With the greens of the forest and the blues of the sea, Angsana Resort & Spa
Bintan has the allure and charm of both, surely best place for honeymoon as well.
Be it a traditional Chinese wedding or a beachside wedding, let the wedding planners at Angsana
Resort & Spa Bintan surprise you and your partner with wonders!
Contact:
211 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 588182
Tel: (65) 6849 5799
Fax: (65) 6463 5051
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.angsana.com
Banyan Tree Bintan
Let Banyan Tree Bintan make your matrimonial day the most unforgettable day of your life. Hold
your wedding ceremony in the privacy of your own luxuriously appointed villa… exchange your vows
against the backdrop of idyllic hill slopes and spectacular beaches of Bintan Island.
Contact:
211 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 588182
Tel: (65) 6849 5899
Fax: (65) 6462 2800
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.banyantree.com
Bintan Lagoon Resort
Bintan Lagoon Resort is well known for its long wide stretch of sandy beach… it would be a lovely
affair in your renewal of vows on the beach… why not hold a dinner at the outdoor traditional Indonesia
Bale…
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Contact:
600 Northbridge Road
#08-08 Parkview Square
Singapore 188778
Reservations: (65) 6750 2280
Tel: (65) 6750 2280
Fax: (65) 6225 2117
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bintanlagoon.com
Bintan Living
Wedding by Baan Aarya: a food and hospitality service provider, one of Bintan Resorts’ small and
independent foreign-owned companies, focusing on niche offering. In another words, they are the proud
operator of Baan Aarya Thai Restaurant & Bar at Nirwana Gardens, as well as an owner of a private pool villa
and also a caterer for weddings and functions within Indra Maya estate.
With extensive catering experiences - hundreds of weddings were organised by them over the past
decade, and access to necessary resources and infrastructure, the small but diverse-cultured team on the
ground will help make the dream island wedding a most memorable one. Select from some inspiring
ceremony themes like Tropical Sunset on the lawn of the restaurant, Infinity, Eternal and Sea and Sky at the
Villas.
Contact:
No.1 Indra Maya Villa, Nirwana Gardens,
Lagoi, Bintan 29152, Indonesia
Tel: (62) 770 692579 / 692580 ext 101
Fax: (62) 770 692788
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.baanaarya.com
Mayang Sari Beach Resort
Mayang Sari Beach Resort, one of the most popular beach resorts on the island. With the wide
spread of pristine white sandy beach, Mayang Sari Beach Resort is an ideal location for your dream wedding
event.
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Contact:
991D Alexandra Road,
#01-22/23,
Singapore 119972
Reservations: (65) 6323 6636
Tel: (65) 6213 5830
Fax: (65) 6291 1343
Email:
Website:
www.nirwanagardens.com
Kedaton Tropical Spa
Kedaton Tropical Spa, with the main and largest spa outlet located at Mayang Sari Beach Resort, is
of the finest spas in Bintan Resorts. Be it an “Intimate Moments” massage for the wedding couple or a
simple relaxing massage, Kedaton’s experienced team will exceed your expectations.
In the privacy of the Kedaton's traditional Balinese outdoor pavilions, you and your closest friends
will experience exotic bridal rituals that prepare you for the big day. The all-natural treatments are unique as
they nurture, calm, detoxify and relax your body, mind and soul.
Contact:
Nirwana Gardens
Jalan Panglima Pantai
Tel: (62) 770 692 565
Fax: (62) 770 652 579
Email: [email protected]
Nirwana Resort Hotel
Let the friendly wedding planners at Nirwana Resort Hotel do wonders for your dream wedding
event! Take photos where memories last forever…
Nirwana Resort Hotel is a superb choice if you prefer to set your wedding theme in a very
Indonesian style.. or consider your pre-wedding photoshoot session out at their Kelong Restaurant. Kelong
Restaurant is a favourite spot for many wedding couples!
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Contact:
991D Alexandra Road,
#01-22/23,
Singapore 119972
Reservations: (65) 6323 6636
Tel: (65) 6213 5830
Fax: (65) 6291 1343
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.nirwanagardens.com
Indra Maya Villas
For a most up-close and personal venue (with in-villa swimming pool), the Indra Maya Villas are
one the best choices to choose from, for your big day! All the hotels in Bintan Resorts offer honeymoon
packages, wedding packages, pre-wedding photo shoot locations, renewal of vows, wedding anniversaries.….
No weddings are the same, as they are meant to be unique and personal. Paint your dream island wedding
today, discuss with your preferred wedding planners, and let them weave wonders for your blissful
memories to last a lifetime...
Contact:
991D Alexandra Road,
#01-22/23,
Singapore 119972
Reservations: (65) 6323 6636
Tel: (65) 6213 5830
Fax: (65) 6291 1343
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.nirwanagardens.com
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Access By plane
Bintan's Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport only caters to a limited number of flights, none of which are
international. The main operator is Riau Airlines which provides connections to Jakarta, Pekanbaru, Palembang,
Jambi and the remote Natuna Islands. Sriwijaya Air offers daily flights from Jakarta. Alternatives include flying
into Singapore and taking the ferry across, or using the larger airport in neighboring Batam.
By boat
You are most likely to arrive by boat. Most international travelers arrive from Singapore and Johor
Bahru. Bintan is also the major domestic seaport for the Riau Islands and is a port of call for Indonesia's major
passenger shipping company Pelni. The ride across itself is worth the trip. Make sure you get on the open deck
(most locals stay in the air-conditioned cabin). Close to Singapore, hundreds and hundreds of oil tankers,
freighters and huge container ships from all over the world literally fill up the horizon in any direction.
There are several passenger ports in Bintan. The most common one is at Tanjung Pinang where most short-
distance inter-island ferries and those from Singapore and Johor Bahru dock. The other ferry terminals are at
Tanjung Uban, Kijang (where Pelni boats dock), and Teluk Sebung which serves the Bintan Resorts area on the
northern part of the island. Please see Bintan Resorts for details to get to that part of Bintan.
- From/to Singapore - three companies - Penguin, Indo Falcon and Berlian/Wavemaster - operate
ferries between Singapore's Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal and Tanjung Pinang. Together, they operate
six ferries on weekdays, increasing to nine during weekends and public holidays.
o Berlian/Wave master (Tel: +65-65468830 in Tanah Merah FT)
o Indo Falcon (Tel: +65-62706778/62757393 in Singapore)
o Penguin (Tel: +65-65427105 in Tanah Merah FT)
The various ferries from Singapore take around 2 hours to get to Tanjung Pinang. When you arrive you
should confirm your return at the ferry company offices ASAP as the ferries can get full. It is impossible
to get out of the terminal without a guide latching on to you, so take advantage and get them to show
you where the office is, they may offer to do this anyway. It is roughly - left out of the terminal, then
take the first left and the office is at the end of the street and should only take a couple of minutes to
reach.
- From/to Malaysia - around five ferries daily to/from the Johor Bahru International Ferry Terminal at
Stulang Laut, Johor Bahru, to Tanjung Pinang. Journey takes 90 mins. Call Tenggara Senandung (Tel:
+60-7-2211677) at the Johor Bahru ferry terminal for more information.
- From/to Batam
o Baruna (Tel: +62-771-28578 in Tanjung Pinang, +62-778-479162 in Telaga Punggur) and
Sentosa speedboats run virtually every 15 minutes between Telaga Punggur on the
southeastern end of Batam and Tanjung Pinang, the main town on Bintan. Slightly less
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frequent speedboats run between Telaga Punggur and Tanjung Uban on the western end of
Bintan.
o Several ferries which originate from cities in the Sumatra mainland also call at Sekupang, the
main domestic ferry port on Batam, before continuing to Tanjung Pinang. One such operator
is Dumai Express.
- From/to Dumai, Sumatra - several ferries daily by Dumai Express run to Tanjung Pinang via Sekupang,
Batam. Some ferries also stop at Tanjung Balai on Karimun Island.
- From/to Pekanbaru - SB Kurnia Usaha Baru runs daily ferry to Pekanbaru, departing at 6:30 am.
- From/to Tanjung Balai, Karimun Island - daily ferries by Arena to/from Tanjung Pinang.
- From/to Tanjung Batu, Kundur Island - one daily speedboat operated by SB Giam Mas (Tanjung Batu
agent at port, Tel: +62-779-431589) departs daily from Tanjung Batu, the main town on Kundur Island,
at 0745 for Tanjung Pinang. The boat returns to Tanjung Batu on the same day, departing Tanjung
Pinang. The boat has scheduled stops at Galang Island and Moro on Sugibawah Island, while
unscheduled stops may be made at various little settlements along the way. Journey time is about two
and a half hours each way.
- From/to Singkep Island - ferries Batavia and Superjet run daily between Tanjung Pinang and Dabo on
Singkep Island, departing at 11 am. You can catch boat connections to the Lingga Islands from Singkep.
- From/to Natuna Islands
o Fortnightly ferry from Tanjung Pinang to the isolated Anambas and Natuna Islands.
o Pelni's KM Bukit Raya sails from Kijang port in Bintan to Letung, Tarempa. Natuna and Midai
on the way out to Pontianak, West Kalimantan. It however returns to Tanjung Pinang via a
different route.
- From/to other parts of Indonesia - PELNI ships link various Indonesian islands with Kijang port on
Bintan. These ships provide direct links with Jakarta (KM Ciremiu), Pontianak and other more distant
ports.
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Gili Meno Only a kilometre from Gili Trawangan, the most famous Gili in West Nusa Tenggara, and set in the
middle of the three islets lies the best beaches to be found. Only two kilometres long and one wide, Gili Meno is
the smallest of the three islands and by far the most peacefull and under developed. It’s possible to walk around
the island along the beach or paths of Gili Meno in under two hours. Most visitors are attracted to Gili Meno
for the lure of total escapism and it is therefore very popular with honeymooning couples and adventurous
castaway types.
The dining scene is predominantly local cafes with grilled fish on the beach as dusk approaches. Lazing
around in a hammock, reading books and playing chess with the friendly locals (who are always willing to strike
up a conversation) also ranks very highly on the daily Meno agenda.
For divers and snorkellers, the island boasts the infamous 'Gili Meno Wall' where during the day turtles
freely swim by and giant gorgonian fans hang amongst the colourful corals. At night divers can witness huge
Moray Eels and the entertaining Spanish Dancers.
The most popular stretch of sand on Gili Meno is to be found to the left of where the boats pull up on
the beach. This southern beach strip is where the majority of accommodation getting there beach life on the
island is to be found. There are no hawkers to disrupt a day’s sunbathing and the beach huts lining the sand offer
a perfect respite from the heat where visitors can buy drinks and snacks from the neighbouring warungs.
Snorkelling equipment can be hired from any of the local operators. Swimming is perfectly safe in the
calm waters here but don’t venture too far out from the shoreline.
As with Trawangan, visibility is constantly good year round. Expect to see Hawksbill and Leatherback
turtles, schools of Batfish, Blue-spotted stingrays and many varieties of hard and soft corals. If you look hard
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enough you could be lucky enough to find rare and unusual nudibranchs amongst other lesser-spotted micro
critters.
Meno bird park
There are not too many activities to be found on Gili Meno,
which is part of its appeal as the marvelous honeymoon spot for loving
couple. Those who simply cannot refrain from some form of activity
will find the Bird Park in the centre of the village an entertaining
distraction for a morning or afternoon. Peafowls, Pheasants, Hornbills,
Eagles, Pelicans, Macaws and parrots galore are amongst the feathered
citizens and ambassadors gathered from all over the world. The Turtle
Sanctuary plays an important role in protecting and hatching baby
turtles for release into the Gili waters. Small donations are welcome to
this worthwhile cause. Apart from these two pursuits it’s back to
tropical beach-combing and book reading activities to whittle away
the Gili Meno hours..
Accommodation If you want simplicity and solitude for your honeymoon, Gili Meno is the place to be. It has no top
level of accommodation. The charming style huts on the main beach are very popular as they are the only
rooms on all three islands that are situated actually at the water’s edge.
Mid range bungalows are generally situated slightly back from the main path whilst budget rooms can
be found dotted throughout the whole of the island and can be found just along the main strip.
The thatched bungalows and rooms are situated in a shady tropical gardens on the northern part of the
island.
There’s a mix of cheaper rooms and better-appointed bungalows with freshwater shower facilities and
fan. The beach out front is quiet and charming in its own right and visitors will find few distractions or
disturbances. Some budget accomodation:
Tao Kombo
Contact: +62812 372 2174
Rawa Indah
Contact: +62819 1793 8813
Good Heart
Contact: +62813 39955 6976
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Mimpi Manis
Contact: +62370 642 324
Kontiki Meno
Contact: +62370 632 824
Access Most visitors arrive via Gili Trawangan then jump on a connecting island hopper boat for the
fifteenminute trip over the channel. Boats depart from Gili Trawangan daily and from Gili (a twenty minute
ride).
Visitors from mainland Lombok leave from Bangsal harbour in public boats for the twenty-five minute
crossing. Purchase tickets only from the concrete Koperassi Karya Bahari building and not from the touts that
line the roads into Bangsal.
There are no set timings for the crossing from Lombok to Gili Meno, it’s up to the captain once the
boat is full but it is possible to charter your own public boat or buy up remaining available tickets for a speedier
departure.
Contact:
West Nusa Tenggara Province Tourism Office
Jl. Lengko 70 Mataram 21868 – Kota Mataram
Nusa Tenggara Barat - Indonesia
Tel : +62 370 632723
Fax : +62 370 635874
Website : www.visitlomboksumbawa.net
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Moyo Island
Though relatively small, this quiet island with remarkable natural richness, managed to attract some
“major” person like Lady Diana and Mick Jagger for a vacation. You’ll definitely want your honeymoon in this
romantic place after the busy preparation of your wedding day.
Moyo Island, a small island located on the north island of Sumbawa, West Nusa Tenggara Province, is
one of the world-class tourist destinations which are often used by overseas celebrities to get a quiet vacation.
Seeing the beauty of the beach, sea and unspoiled nature, it offers peace for lovers of nature and beauty of the
sea. No wonder if there are so many domestic and international tourists who come to this exotic and quiet
island.
Moyo Island has a height variation from 0-648 m above sea level. Hundreds of butterflies will be seen
from behind the bushes, trees or in the middle of the savanna. The island is also inhabited by 21 species of bats,
birds, macaque, wild pigs, deer and snakes. However, since the natural conditions are still very well natural, you
are advised not to enter this 30,000 hectares island without a guide to avoid being lost.
While visiting the island, we can see the beauty of unspoiled nature. Beautiful forests and almost
untouched, natural waterfalls and rivers, and the underwater beauty of the endless sea. In addition to all of
them, there are also some caves that can be reached on foot, as an alternative activity. One of them is the cave
of Ai Manis which had to be achieved with a little rock climbing. This cave is the breeding place of hundreds of
bats. Other activities you can do is trekking for two hours that can be started from Labuan Haji, to the waterfalls
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Brang Rea (Great River) in the middle of the island. Not to mention, the laddered Waterfalls ‘Mata Jitu’ in the
bird park of Moyo Island is also a remarkable tourist attraction. Along the road to the waterfall, you can find
various kinds of birds.
One attraction for tourists to visit in this area is underwater natural beauty. Various types of coral reefs
and diverse ornamental fish can be enjoyed while snorkeling or diving. The island is almost entirely surrounded
by coral reefs. You can also see the two-meters length sharks, anemones, pelagic, eels, groupers and even manta,
all there. Nobody won’t saw them all without amazement. It’s just gorgeus! You can also dive around Medang
Island, in Northwest of Moyo Island. Underwater scenery in this place is no less beautiful. Honeymooners can
contact the Blue Lagoon Resort located on the outskirts of Sumbawa Besar. Cruises from Bali, Lombok or even
abroad often make a stopover in the island. Travel cruises usually stop in Moyo Island and Satonda Island, a tiny
island in the northeast of Moyo which has salt water lake in the middle of the island.
Access
The neaby town from Moyo island is Sumbawa Besar. There are several way to go Sumbawa Besar, by air
there are two flights a week with Merpati (22002; Jl Yos Sudarso 16) to/from Mataram, with connections to
Denpasar. By land, Sumbawa Besar’s main long-distance bus terminal is the Sumur Payung terminal at Karang
Dima, 5.5km northwest of town on the highway, although some morning buses to Bima leave from the Brang
Bara Terminal (Jl Kaharuddin). Routes include Bima (seven hours via Dompu); Poto Tano (two hours);
Mataram (seven hours); Denpasar (around 12 hours). By boat, Pelni’s Tilongkabila calls in at the small port of
Badas, 9km west of Sumbawa Besar, every month en route to Lombok, Bali, and Sampit, Kalimantan. The
Tatamailau links Badas with Flores, Alor, Timor and Papua. The Pelni office is at Labuhan Sumbawa, the fishing
port, 3km west of town on the Poto Tano road.
Then from Sumbawa Besar to get to Moyo, take a bemo from beside Seketang Market to Air Bari , a
small port settlement to the northeast. From Air Bari, we can charter a boat to Moyo.
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Accomodation
Amanwana resort
The wilderness hideaway of Amanwana (peaceful forest)
is the only resort on the Indonesian island of Moyo, a nature and
marine reserve 15 kilometres off the coast of Sumbawa, east of
Bali. Surrounded by the turquoise waters and untouched reefs of
the Flores Sea, the island is 350 square kilometres with vegetation
ranging from savannah to tropical jungle. It is blessed with a
variety of animal and bird life, from deer to wild boar, macaque
monkeys, sea eagles and osprey.
Amanwana, a nature reserve where luxury tents sit amidst
a lush, tropical jungle with views over the Flores Sea. The camp’s
20 luxury tents are set under a canopy of tropical forest. Each 58-
square-metre tent is constructed on a solid foundation from
which rise wooden walls with large picture windows. The canvas
ceilings are covered with a separate, waterproof exterior layer.
Coral stone surrounds the hard wood deck of each tent. Inside,
the air-conditioned tents feature Indonesian island artwork, hard
wood flooring, a spacious sitting area with facing divans, a king-
size bed, a writing desk and a large bathroom.
Sand paths link the tents to one another and lead to the
beach, the dining room and reception. The tents are identical
the only difference between the two categories is location, ocean
tents and jungle tents. This secluded retreat, with its outdoor
music pavilion and open air Jungle Cove Spa offers guests the
chance to relax and unwind amongst the spectacular flora and
fauna of this private paradise.
An intimate blessing for up to 10 people can be held in a
secluded jungle clearing inland. A short trek leads to a picture-
postcard waterfall where green waters mirror the dense foliage of
the jungle canopy above. The music pavilion, sheltered beneath a
large tamarind tree with views over the surrounding water, is an
ideal spot for an Indonesian blessing, whereas Crocodile Head,
one of Moyo’s northern landmarks, catches the last rays of the
setting sun.
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Scuba diving, snorkelling and sport fishing, as well as cruising on Aman II in some of the clearest waters
Indonesia has to offer, are just some of the ingredients that weave a tropical hideaway honeymoon experience.
Amanwana also has an open-air Jungle Cove Spa is set just back from the beach beneath a roof of
shady tamarind trees. Treatments include massages, fresh-fruit facials and black Borneo body scrubs. The latter
begins with a one-hour massage using an aroma-therapy oil, followed by a natural scrub of Borneo clay, coffee
and herbs applied to the skin for exfoliation. The treatment concludes with a soothing aromatic herbal bath.
Aman’s unique natural organic products are used for skincare in facials and body treatments. Spa treatments can
also be enjoyed in the Spa Tent.
Contact:
Amanwana
Moyo Island, West Sumbawa Regency
Indonesia
Mailing address:
PO Box 33, Sumbawa Besar 84301, Indonesia
Phone: (62) 371 22233
Fax: (62) 371 22288
Email [email protected]
Website: http://www.amanresorts.com/amanwana/home.aspx
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Kampung Sampireun
Garut, West Java Kampung Sampireun is located in Ciparay Village, It’s part of West Garut, was built in 1999, with
concept “ Back to Nature “ to exposse Sundaness culture , Most of all activity, entertainment , the bungalows
taken from that Culture. The name of Kampung Sampireun is taken from Sundaness Language means: “a place
for stop in “.
Kampung Sampireun is a truly romantic place, a haven to spend time with your loved one. Having your
honeymoon at Kampung Sampireun will surely make for an unforgettable experience that will certainly last for
a life time. Inside of we providing for various traditional Activity such as : Boat Racing, Pillow boxing,Walking
on the bridge, cathing fish, & Entertainment : Electune, Karaoke, Jaipongan & Acoustic Band.
Kampung Sampireun is a resort with the touch of traditional Sundanesse village, Having luxurious
pines, plants, and other plants arranged harmoniously, the resort establishes the theme “ Tropical Gardenlust” Its
also preserves the bamboo garden that gives you a calm romantic chill nuence when the wind blows softly
through the area.
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Kampung Sampireun is a most enchanted resort for couples who yearn for unique and wonderful
honeymoon where every guest will be pampered and the romantic scenery ensures an unforgettable experience.
It has fast become a favourite place not only for honeymooners but also for people who want to rekindle their
love, or simply want to escape from the hustle bustle of big city life.
Guest will then be served a traditional appetizing
welcomedrink called “Bazigur” which is made from coconut fat, red
sugar & pandanus leaf, accompanied with delicous snack such as :
rengginang & Renggining, afterward guests will be escorted from the
lobby to their own bungalow by canoe. While travelling in this original
mode you can enjoy the fabulous scenery of Kampung Sampireun in
the company of lots of goldfish. All along the way to the bungalow the
revelation of Kampung Sampireun continues in this romantic setting
inspired by natural scenery.
In the afternoon you can enjoy the sundanesse culture in the
form of traditional art, show called “Calung” played at Rakit. During
the nights, “kecapi suling” played is on the lake by Rakit and you can
remain on your balcony enjoying the gorgeous scenery with a
traditional drink called “ Sekoteng “ warming your body. Feed the
goldfish from the balcony while enjoying the peaceful harmonius
tunes of ‘ Parahiyangan Nature ‘.
Have a chat and wind down with loved ones as many
challenges await the adventurous including : Papandayann Vulacano
to see crater, Curug Orog Water fall, Leather Factory wehre you could
see leather pocessing, Batik painting, silk factory, traditional
handycraft,. Each of them has its own excitement and there can be
better this than returning to the city refresed after a healty excursion
stacked wich such enjoyable physical activities that are well suited to
the experienced and inexperienced alike.
One of the resort’s most treasured facilities is the Taman Sari Royal Heritage spa, set in tropical
landscaped gardens, it is a health and beauty centre that features classical Javanese architecture. This is an ideal
place to be pempered with natural sceneray enhancing the relaxed atmosphere. The spa offers a wide range of
treatments.
Kampung Sampireun offers a number of different packages catering to specific needs of its guests and
of its very special offers is the Honeymoon Package. Spending your Honeymoon at Kampung Sampireun at
Kampung Sampireun is truly exceptional indeed. The Resort surrounded by mountains ensures a peace full,
hormonious and exotic nuence far away from hectic city life. Honeymooners will be spoilt numerous special
touches adding to the experience, such as the floating candle light dinner, the couple spa treatment, a
specifically decorated room, and many more personal touches.
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Kampung Sampireun is a truly romantic place, a haven to spend time with your love one. Having your
honeymoon at Kampung Sampireun will surely make for an unforgettable experience that will certainly last for
a life time.
Access It is simple to reach the place, it takes about 4 hours from Jakarta
via Cipularang free road, and 2 hours from Bandung.
Contact:
Jl.Raya Samarang Kamojang Ciparay
Ds.Suka Karya Kec.Samarang
Garut Jawa Barat Indonesia
Phone: (62) (0262)542 393 (Hunting)
Fax: (62) (0262) 542 188
mobile phone : (62) 0813 23 007 130
West Java, Indonesia
E mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.kampungsampireun.com/index_en.html
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Tanjung lesung (Cape Lesung), Banten
Tanjung Lesung (Cape Lesung) is located in the
Sunda Strait west coast area, precisely in the village of
Tanjung Jaya, Pandeglang, Banten. This may be an
alternative resort honeymoon destination with your
beloved partner, applied for 3.5 hours from the capital
Jakarta via Pandeglang. The atmosphere here is so
charming with its charming beauty of blue sea and white
sand spread out wide. Enjoying the beauty of the sea is so
beautiful and very clear sea water so that it can be seen
the fish that swim through the coral-reef.
Tanjung Lesung is an ideal centre for marine sports activities. It is also the ideal departure point for
excursions to the spectacular site of the world’s youngest active volcano Krakatau, and Indonesia’s most pristine
and untouched natural attractions Ujung Kulon, in seaworthy boats suitable for use in the Sunda Strait.
Couple’s Activities Here are several activities to do with you beloved one while enjoying the beauty of Tanjung Lesung:
Canoeing
Game fishing
Sea kayak
Pedal boat
Jet skiing
Windsurfing
Snorkelling
Fishing
Banana boat ride
Glass bottom boat ride
Trekking
Mountain bike hire
Diving
Excursions to Krakatau & UjungKulon
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Tanjung Lesung Bay Resort
Situated on the West Coast of Java,
Tanjung Lesung Bay Villas Hotel & Resort lies
directly at the sea on the edge of a 1500 hectare
peninsula. This area, once a forest, has been
beautifully transformed into a luxurious garden
full of flowers and chirping birds and privacy
protected by the surrounding nature. That's why it
is called "Paradise on the West Coast".
Tanjung Lesung Bay Villas Hotel & Resort
faces the Sunda Strait with direct view of the
Krakatau Volcano and in near proximity of
Panaitan Island in Ujung Kulon National Park.
The natural beauty of its location blended with
the excellent facilities of the hotel, makes Tanjung
Lesung Bay Villas Hotel & Resort an ideal place for
a honeymoon and a romantic interlude.
Tanjung Lesung Bay Villas Hotel & Resort
is serviced by friendly and attentive staffs. They
keep on maintaining a private, intimate and
personal atmosphere for all of the guests. With its
design blending perfectly into its environment, it
offers the perfect vacation in absolute privacy.
It consists of 61 luxury cottages with 1, 2, or 4 bedrooms cottages, all of which are a perfect
combination of modern and traditional design. Each cottage is equipped with air conditioning, has its own
bathroom with shower & bathtub, open air shower, IDD telephone, satellite television, mini bar, tea / coffee
maker and private terrace. All those facilities would add more pleasure for your precious moments with your
love one.
Access The route to this place is as follow:
1. Rangkasbitung - Pandeglang - Labuan - Panimbang - Tanjung Lesung,
2. Serang - Pandeglang - Labuan - Panimbang - Tanjung Lesung.
Or via Carita along Sunda Strait coastline: Serang - Cilegon - Anyer - Carita - Labuan - Panimbang -
Tanjung Lesung.
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Contact:
Tanjung Lesung Beach Club
Tanjung Lesung Kav. C1
Pandeglang 42281, Jawa Barat Indonesia
Phone: +62.253.802.930
Fax: +62.253.802.931
or Jakarta Sales Office
Phone: +62.021.572 7225
Fax: +62.021.572 7221
Courtesy of Bintan Resort
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Yogyakarta Today's Yogyakarta is a bustling town of some
500,000 people and the most popular tourist
destination on Java. It is surely the place to be to spend
your treasure moments with your loved one, especially if
you wish to experience romance in javanese ambiance.
The town is a center of art and education, offers some
good shopping and has a wide range of tourist facilities.
While taking a walk, you can see closely the
richness of authentic Javanese culture, the life of friendly
humble local people and artists who are making the
handicrafts items. For real, Yogyakarta is truly a traveling
paradise with a lot of fascination which have not been
revealed.
Yogyakarta city was built with deep philosophy:
the city was designed so that the main elements of the
city forms a imaginary line. This straight line starts from
Parangtritis on the coast, to Kraton Yogyakarta, to Tugu
Monument, and finally to Mount Merapi. This
represents Sultan's strong relationship with the guardian
spirits of Mt. Merapi and the beach of Parangtritis.
Being one of the oldest cities in Indonesia, Yogyakarta has many heritage buildings and monuments.
There are many notable landmarks and attractions to see while you spend your time with your loved one:
Kraton Complex
The Sri Sultan's palace or Kraton encompasses the main palace, Sultan's residential, two Sultan's
grounds, and large residential area where sultan servants used to reside. Notable attraction in Kraton
complex are Kraton Yogyakarta. A calm yet elegant Javanese heritage that consists of two separate
entrances: the Main Court (Pagilaran & Siti Hinggil), and the Residence. The Main Court showcases the
grandeur of Sultan's monarchy, while the Residence is more homey while still exhibiting the royal
family's luxurious lifestyle.
Taman Sari
Also known by the Dutch name waterkasteel (water castle), this is a partly ruined complex
built as a pleasure garden by the first Sultan in 1765. One of the bathing pools was dedicated to the
sultan's harem, and he had a tower overlooking the area so he could take his pick.
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Siti Hinggil Selatan.
This somehow-muted palace is rarely used for formal occasion. You can catch a shadow puppet
performance during weekend mornings and nights. There is no admission charge for the show and you
can come and go as you please, which you may well want to do as the show is very long .
Kota Gedhe
The capital of ancient Islamic Mataram kingdom. The tomb of Mataram Kingdom's first king,
Panembahan Senopati, is also located in this place. Before independence, Kotagede was the central
economic district of Yogyakarta, as it held the largest marketplace and was home to many wealthy batik
merchants. Although some ancient buildings have been modernized or replaced with newer buildings,
Kotagede remains a prime example of ancient Javanese architecture and city structure. Be sure to check
out the local silver handicrafts.
Wayang Kulit (the Javanese shadow play, accompanied with gamelan orchestra are performed every
night at Museum Sonobudoyo.),
Becak or Andong ride, take a short trip around the town using Becak or Andong cart.
Shop at Traditional Market, witness local's habits by visiting Yogya's traditional market such as Pasar
Beringharjo and Pasar Kranggan.
Yogyakarta also famous for its proximity to several beautiful temple for the ancient time. Spending
your day with you loved one exploring nearby temple around Yogyakarta would be fascinating experience.
Temple or Candi is ancient archeological structure constructed during 7th-9th century aimed for a specific
religion (Budha or Hindu). It was constructed from hundreds of volcanic or river stone blocks and assembled
solely by human labor. Candi walls is often carved with reliefs depicting stories, and a stone God or Godess
statue usually sits at the center.
Borobudur, one of famous candi is in Magelang, not far from Yogyakarta. Prambanan, also a well-
known candi is in the Yogyakarta-Central Java border area. Others are the unique Candi Sambisari. Unlike other
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candi, it sits at estimated 6m below the ground line. Candi Sambisari consists of one main candi and three
supporting candis (perwara). You can see lingga and yoni, symbol of male and female sex, inside the main
candi.. There are also Candi Kalasan and Candi Sari constructed in late 7th century (778 AD) with their beautiful
relief carved in its wall.
Accomodation
Sheraton Mustika Yogyakarta Resort and Spa
Enjoy a unique Javanese ambiance and warm service throughout your stay at the five-star Sheraton
Mustika Yogyakarta Resort and Spa. Close to numerous cultural attractions such as the world heritage
Borobudur Temple and the Sultan Palace, it’s a world away that’s close to wonderful places beckoning to be
discovered.
After a day of tennis or relaxing at the
Royal Heritage spa, retreat to the 246 airy guest
rooms, with views of the volcano or garden, and
comforting touches. Meet friends poolside at
the Bar at the Pool. Enjoy a beautiful Mount
Merapi view from the Androwino Bistro serving
warm comforting Indonesian and Western food.
Spend a great night in at the Suko Wine
lounge that features live entertainment on
weekends. Or bring a larger group together and
let the staff plan a wonderful event.
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Contact:
JL Laksda Adisucipto KM 8.7
Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta 55282
Indonesia
Phone: (62)(274) 488588
Fax: (62)(274) 484589
Rumah Mertua
Rumah Mertua ('the house of parents in law') is a small boutique hotel with 11 comfortable
bedrooms and a traditional restaurant with romantic garden environment. It combines the luxury of a
good hotel with the environment of a traditonal Javanese house. Located in the Javanese cultural center:
Yogyakarta.
Located just outside the crowded center and only a 10-minute drive to the center of Yogyakarta
(Yogya), Rumah Mertua is the ideal place to start discovering the Java's natural beaches, mountains,
volcanos, Hindu temple Prambanan, the Sultan Palace and the world's biggest Buddhist temple: the
Borobudur.
Contact:
Jl. Palagan Tentara Pelajar Gg Padma no. 5,
Kab. Sleman, Yogyakarta 55581 - Indonesia
Telp. : +62-274-866680
Fax. : +62-274-4361015
Email.: [email protected]
Website:
http://www.rumahmertua.com/en-beranda.html
Joglo Plawang Boutique Villa
Well-priced Deluxe Accommodations in Jogjakarta. Get more value for your money with the
exclusive comfort that Joglo Plawang Boutique Villa in Jogjakarta lends. Featuring a hundred year-old
wooden house and several antique furnishings, they offer spacious accommodations decorated in
traditional Javanese style. Each room and villa thus exudes a vibe that is majestic yet also warm and
homey.Further ease and relaxation can be had with these thoughtful in-room amenities: a mini-bar,
Internet access, and fresh fruit plate, among others. And while those may tempt you to stay indoors, you’ll
find that the Traditional Javanese Massage and swimming pool are just as revitalizing. Joglo Plawang
Boutique Villa truly makes your stay one of comfort and luxury.
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Contact:
Joglo Plawang Boutique Villa
Jl. Raya Pakem - Turi. km 5,
Karanggawang, Girikerto, Turi, Sleman,
Yogyakarta,
Indonesia
Phone : +62 274 446 1611
Fax : +62 274 446 1655
Email 1: [email protected]
Email 2: [email protected]
Access By plane
Yogyakarta's Adisucipto International Airport (JOG), 8 km east of town, is a small but busy mostly-
domestic hub. There are near-hourly connections on Garuda to Jakarta (50 minutes) and Denpasar, while other
domestic airlines service major cities in Java, Sumatra, Kalimantan and Sulawesi. For international services,
AirAsia connects Yogyakarta to both Kuala Lumpur and Singapore while Malaysia Airlines flies between
Yogyakarta and Kuala Lumpur.
Yogyakarta airport is the sole rail-connected airport in Indonesia. Those arriving from (and departing
into) the airport can take a Prambanan Ekspres regional train to/from Kutoarjo (west of Yogyakarta), Palur
(just east of Surakarta) and several stations in between, including Tugu (just off Malioboro Street in
Yogyakarta) and Solobalapan station at Solo. The station at the airport is just a few minutes walk from the
terminal, with an air-conditioned underpass leading all the way to the platform for trains into Yogyakarta.
By bus
The main bus station is Giwangan, 4 km to the southeast of the center. There are regular services
throughout the island, including Jakarta (9 hours), Bandung (6 hours), and Surabaya (8 hours).
There is also a new bus station as of March 2008 which is part of the Trans Jogja Busway System inside the
airport. From there you can get to any one of the many bus stations in the system. It costs Rp 3000 for a
ticket.
If you are going north, to Borobudur temple or Semarang for example, head to Jombor terminal
located just above the northern Ringroad.
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Since Yogyakarta is in close proximity with Semarang and Solo, there's also a shuttle bus that operates
between these cities, called Joglosemar (Jogja-Solo-Semarang).
Joglosemar
Contact: jl. Magelang Km 5,5
Phone: 62-274-623 700
By train
Trains to Jakarta take between 7 to 12 hours from the main Yogyakarta station, commonly called Tugu
Station. The Argo-class trains (Argo Lawu and Argo Dwipangga) are the best of the lot: most comfortable and
fastest (8 hours). Taksaka is almost as good. These expresses connect Yogyakarta and Jakarta in 7-8 hours, either
at daytime or overnight. Passengers to/from Bandung should take the Argo Wilis or Lodaya expresses which
traverse a scenic part of Java during daylight hours, with rice fields and mountains (although there is an
overnight Lodaya and the Turangga from Surabaya also travels overnight. Passengers to Surabaya are served by
the twice-daily Sancaka service departing in the morning and afternoon. Yogyakarta and Solo are connected by
several Prambanan Ekspres trains. Despite the name, the train does not stop at Prambanan station, and even if it
does make an unscheduled stop, the station is rather far from the temple complex of Prambanan. The
Prambanan Ekspres does stop at Maguwo station (for the airport) making it easy for travelers to change modes.
- Stasiun Tugu (Tugu Central Railway Station), the main central station, serves big city destinations such
as Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, and Solo.
- Stasiun Lempuyangan (Lempuyangan Railway Station), serves economy class trains and small city
destinations.
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Losari Spa Retreat & Coffee Plantation
Losari Spa Retreat & Coffee Plantation is located nine hundred meters above the plains of Central Java
near the cities of Yogyakarta, Solo, and Semarang. Eight majestic mountains surround Losari’s twenty-two
hectares: Mount Telomoyo, Mount Andong, Mount Merapi, Mount Ungaran, Mount Sumbing, Mount
Sindoro, Mount Merbabu, and Mount Perahu. This setting provides the ideal locale for an escape from the
ordinary and luxurious living for couple in communion with nature’s simple serenity.
During the Dutch Colonial time, it was an active coffee plantation of 22 hectares. For years it was
abandoned and unmanageable. This heritage site is now restored and transformed into an exclusive Eco Resort
& Spa with outstanding facilities blending Colonial, Javanese and Contemporary Architecture. All the private
villas and public spaces are hidden away between the lush vegetation, perfect for in love couple. A visitor’s first
impression of the resort will be that of living in an old Javanese coffee plantation. The ambiance is relaxed,
serene and evocative of a bygone era.
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Couple’s Activities For couple who wish to spend romantic time together, this
place is the right option. There are many things to do, such as:
The Hamam Spa
Features Indonesian herbal treatments and traditional beauty
recipes from the Javanese Royal Palace. The five massage suites
are truly works of art: sunken rose marble bathtubs, overlook a
lush, green vista and a majestic volcano.
All massage practitioners are schooled in various Eastern and
Western massage techniques, with an emphasis on the quality
of touch.The featured Losari Massage is seventy-five or ninety
minute and offers an unpredictable sequence of delivery where
the specialty is long, continuous, connective strokes.
The feeling the Guest receives is the body is 'one', truly
connected, rather than a typical approach massaging the body
limbs individually. The result is truly unique and memorable.
The Salon offers herbal cream baths, nail care, hair trimming
and styling prior to special occasions. Child care is available for
those wishing to enjoy some private time for harmony and
balance. An oasis for tranquility and renewal, a visit to the
Hamam and Spa will be a memorable part of your stay.
The Plantation Tour
Being an extreme ecological site, Losari Coffee Plantation
welcomes couple to tour and explore all about the coffee
growing and harvesting process. Plantation Tour has been the
most popular choice among the Resort Activities programs.
A journey through Central Java takes the couple from the
mysteries of the Royal Courts to the craft markets. Central Java
has been the cradle of refined Kingdoms and Royal dynasties.
Java has a long history of trade with Europe and the Far East.
The volcanoes and fertile valleys of Central Java have inspired
many artists in the past and continue to inspire today.
Seloprojo Waterfall Hike
On this beautiful hike you will experience all the different layers
of Javanese flora from the hilltops with its incredible views and
waterfall of Sekar Langit, down a river where you can freely
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swim in a natural pool of cold mountain water. A picnic will be organized for you half way down the hike
with beverages and light food. After the waterfall visit, you can continue the trip to visit a real Javanese rural
village where simplicity of life is still authentic. Enjoy a glass of hot Javanese tea with our village friends.
Duration: 6 hours (hiking) or 3 hours (by car), Distance from Losari: 10 minutes drive
Candi Umbul, Royal Hot Baths
An original Majapahit hot spring water royal bath. From Losari Spa Retreat & Coffee Plantation you will
walk or ride through beautiful little sleepy Javanese villages, following the abandoned train tracks of the old
plantation trains. You pass through lush flora and breathtaking valleys reaching the Candi Umbul Majapahit
baths hidden in a flowery valley. Its warm water, which comes directly from the volcanic reservoirs, is still
considered sacred for the Javanese. You can enjoy this thermal bath while being served a light lunch /
picnic.
Duration: 1 hour (cycling) or 2 hours (trekking), Distance from Losari: 20 minutes drive.
The Queen of the Mountain - Steam Train Tour
From the nearby Bedono Station to Ambarawa Railway Museum, ride your own original 1902 Dutch steam
train through stunning rice fields, plantation grounds and traditional Javanese villages. Snacks and drinks
will be served on the train. Visit Ambarawa Railway Museum with all its wonderful locomotives from the
bygone Dutch era. Here you will be served the best Serabi in Central Java (traditional pancake with coconut
milk sauce and palm sugar). From this point, if you wish to continue the train ride, a smaller electric train
can take you through the valley planes to a further plantation station. Duration: 3 hours Distance from
Losari: - 10 minutes drive from Bedono Station - 20 minutes drive from Ambarawa Station The train ride
takes 1 hour You can combine this train excursion on the way to the Gedung Songo Shrines with a stopover
to a beautiful traditional market or with an adventurous hike to Bedono station, ± 1½ hour walk.
Andong Ride Around Traditional Villages
Indonesia has some traditional transportations that look really unique. Indonesians like to use them
because they are affordable and can be found everywhere. Andong, a horse carriage, is one of them. It can
fit five to six people facing each other. Andong is very popular and used in every rural village or small town
in Java. Enjoy this traditional way of moving around the villages and discover how actually beautiful it is to
move at a slow pace.
Duration: 1,5 hours, Distance from Losari: 10 minutes
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White Water Rafting
Enjoy the challenges to keep adrenaline high throughout the first part of this journey.
Duration: full day. Distance from Losari: 1 hour
Cycling
Starting at our “Mayong Reception”, this breathtaking bicycle tour winds down through 10 km of lush
valleys, Javanese villages, train tracks and rich green rice fields. Expert guides will explain the history of the
land, the culture and its people taking you through unforgettable experience that will remain with you long
after your leave. Stop at the Royal Baths and enjoy the picnic.
Duration: 3 hours. Distance from Losari: 0 hour
In-House Activities
Within the Losari grounds, at Joglo Bawen Art Pavilion, art & crafts activities are held on a daily basis for
our staff, friends, villagers and the young student. These activities are parts of the Losari Foundation’s
activities:
Dance Lessons
Traditional Javanese dance teacher guides our young Losari Foundation’s students through the beauty
and complexity of these ancient dances.
Gamelan Lessons
Gamelan is referred to Javanese traditional orchestra. Enjoy listening to the music lessons held by a
wonderful Gamelan Master to his students.
Janur (Coconut Leaves) Decoration
Ancient tradition of decoration used in all Javanese villages for any special event, stunningly beautiful.
Fresh coconut leaves are the only item used and carved.
Organic Vegetable Farming
Learn from our well-trained gardeners on all the beauties of the tropical gardens.
Cooking Lessons
Pick your own fresh ingredients in our gardens, explore with our chef an authentic rural market enjoy
cooking fresh Indonesian dishes of your choice at Losari Ground.
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Access By Plane
Losari Spa Retreat & Coffee Plantation is located right in the centre of Semarang Airport, Jogjakarta Airport and
Solo Airport. Garuda Indonesia Air, Lion Air, Batavia Air, Merpati Air, Air Asia and Mandala Air have several
flights everyday from Jakarta, Bali and Surabaya. There are also some International direct flight services between
Singapore and Solo by Silk Air, between Singapore and Semarang by Garuda Indonesia Air, between Kuala
Lumpur and Solo & Yogyakarta by Air Asia and between Kuala Lumpur and Yogyakarta by Malaysian Air. It
takes 45 minutes by Plane from Jakarta to Semarang Airports, 60 minutes from Jakarta to Jogjakarta or Solo
Airport and 60 minutes from Bali to Jogjakarta or Solo Airport.
By Car
It takes about one and a half hour by car from Semarang Airport and two hours by car from Yogyakarta Airport
or Solo Airport to Losari Spa Retreat & Coffee Plantation.
Contact:
Po.Box 108 Magelang 56196, Central Java, Indonesia
Telp: +62 298 596 333
Fax: +62 298 592 696
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.losaricoffeeplantation.com
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Borobudur - Amanjiwo
If you want to experiece your honeymoon in truly Javanese ambiance close to world greatest buddhist
monument Borobudur temple, then Amanjiwo would be the perfect option. Amanjiwo is surrounded by
cultural treasures and sacred temples, and provides an ideal base for discovering the artistic as well as the natural
landscape of Central Java, the arts centre of Indonesia and the region from which sprung much of the
archipelago’s rich cultural wealth. The resort offers a number of personalised excursions.
Among the best-preserved ancient monuments in the world, Borobudur is a pleasant walk or bicycle
ride from Amanjiwo. The 9th-century sanctuary occupies a modest plateau and is made up of more than a
million cut-stone blocks, 1,460 stone relief panels and 504 life-size Buddha statues, each sculpted from a single
stone. From the top gallery of Borobudur, one can enjoy panoramic views of Central Java. Except for the faint
shimmer of Amanjiwo, the view has changed little over the centuries, embracing the Kedu Plain and its
surrounding villages, looming Mount Sumbing, the twin volcanic mountains of Merbabu and Merapi and the
Menoreh Hills.
Both a shrine to Lord Buddha and a place for Buddhist pilgrimage, Borobudur comprises six square
platforms topped by three circular platforms, and is decorated with 2,672 relief panels and 504 life-size Buddha
statues, each sculpted from a single stone. The monument occupies a modest plateau and from the top gallery,
beautiful views of Central Java are revealed.
Borobudur is best seen at dawn, when the air is fresh and full of birdsong. As the mist begins to lift, the
sun scales the surrounding volcanoes and terraced fields, and highlights the stone reliefs and the many faces of
Buddha. Glimpsing Borobudur for the first time is often a deeply felt emotional experience. Later in the day,
visits can be made to appreciate the historic and cultural context of this enduring monument. Personal
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guides will bring to life the knowledge contained within the
reliefs. Go by andong, the traditional horse cart used daily by
villagers throughout the region.
Explore the region’s cities and villages visiting art
galleries, hidden temples and royal palaces. Witness trance
dances, sunrise from Borobudur and sunset from the highest
point in the Menoreh Hills. Climb volcanic Mount Merapi at
midnight, and wander through a local market in the early
morning. Excursions further afield can take place by car, while
cycling and walking options closer to Amanjiwo allow guests to
stop at will, interacting with local villagers. Elephant or
horseback rides provide another perspective on the region, while
a relaxed tour atop a local horse-drawn cart, or andong (the
main mode of transport for villagers throughout the region), is
another peaceful option.
Couple’s Activities
For your honeymoon, Amanjiwo offers several private activities for couple to enjoy the sparkling of their love
by doing some romantic things together.
Spa
A range of Javanese and traditional beauty treatments including facials, massages and cream baths
are available at Amanjiwo, some of which incorporate the ancient holistic jamu method of healing.
Treatments can be enjoyed in the privacy of guest suites or in the specially-designed spa suite which features
twin massage tables and an outdoor bale for relaxing afterwards with spicy ginger tea.
Enjoy Java’s famed herbal beauty treatments the traditional way. As a final touch, lavender
tuberose body cream is applied to condition and soften the skin.
Mandi Lulur – Experience the preparation of a Javanese princess before her wedding day. This is a
traditional exfoliation and body polishing treatment made from white turmeric and honey, blended
with rice grain. The treatment begins with a massage, followed by the lulur scrub and ends with a
relaxing herbal bath. A truly royal treat for your body. The masculine version of Mandi Lulur is also
available.
Mandi Susu – A good remedy for sun-burned skin, Mandi Susu or milk bath starts with a soothing
massage. A luxurious body mask, made with milk and honey is then applied all over the body, cooling
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the skin. To complete the treatment, a soak in the milky, floral bath will leave the body feeling
completely nurtured.
Mandi Lulur Borneo Hitam – A masculine version of the Mandi Lulur, the ‘Black Borneo’ uses a blend
of black rice and coffee as the scrub, to smooth the skin. To improve vitality an invigorating massage
oil is used for the massage. The treatment ends with a warm herbal bath.
The gift of massage
Pijat traditional massage
In rural Java, the masseur is revered. He is a Dukun - a holy man, healer and mediator with the spirit
world. The masseur is versed in the rituals required of his art, and the villagers place their faith in his
ancient skills. Amanjiwo’s team of masseurs and masseuses all possess the Gift, and are respected as
Orang Pintar, or spiritual people. All were born within local villages. Some, like Ibu Diriyah, discovered
by accident that their touch could cure the hurt of a hard day in the sawah (field). Pijat is therapeutic
rather than hedonistic. It is a deep massage and not a soft, pampering stroke. It can, sometimes, even
verge on the painful, but the result is always blissful, both relaxing and healing.
Javanese massage
The softer and gentler version of Pijat, guaranteed to make you sigh with pleasure. The nurturing touch
of the therapist will help untie knotted muscles and make you feel totally relaxed.
Traditional Javanese Reflexology
A rebalancing therapy to restore the energy of the body's organs by applying pressure to the reflex
points, focusing mainly on the back, feet and hands.
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Back, neck & shoulder massage
For the weary traveller suffering from stiff shoulders and neck, with tension in the back muscles, this
treatment is perfect. The therapist will focus on these areas. With concentrated deep kneading, your
stiffness will evaporate soon after.
Swimming pool and pool club
The resort’s 40-metre infinity swimming pool, lined with green tiles and overlooked by banyan
trees, is surrounded by rice paddies. Overlooked by sun loungers and umbrellas, it lies adjacent to the Pool
Club, a raised and colonnaded semicircular deck where breakfast, light lunches, drinks and snacks are served.
Weddings at Amanjiwo
With magnificent views over the green rice terraces of the Kedu Plain towards Borobudur, the world’s
largest and oldest Buddhist sanctuary, a wedding at Amanjiwo is an enchantingly different experience. Within
the tranquil surrounds of the property, the gracious hospitality of Java will embrace you.
The Dalem Jiwo Suite is a discreet compound, complete with a private entrance, a grand rotunda and
surrounding terrace and two detached bedrooms. The suite’s 15m pool, finished in a green Javanese stone
known as hijau danau, appears to merge into the rice paddies. The Rotunda is perfectly sized and positioned for
intimate ceremonies. The area can be transformed afterwards into a dance floor, a dining pavilion or an elegant
lounging area.
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Amanjiwo can tailor a reception to suit your individual needs and requirements. Imagine a carpet of
rose petals covering the limestone floors, the Dalem Jiwo suite and its 15m pool illuminated by bamboo torches
and banana-leaf wrapped candles, while garlands of woven sweet-smelling jasmine decorate the Rotunda
columns. A full gamelan orchestra playing Javanese classical music can also be arranged to accompany
traditional dancers.
In the Javanese festive tradition, the Wedding Feast starts with a blessing and the presentation of
offerings to the bridal couple such as Gunungan (Holy Rice Mountain), and other customary Javanese
delicacies. Following this, Amanjiwo will host a sumptuous Indonesian or Western meal, or a feast with a
combination of both cuisines.
Amanjiwo’s specialty and the most popular ceremony is the traditional Javanese wedding. Christian or
Buddhist Blessing ceremonies can also be arranged with the cooperation of the churches and vihara around
Borobudur and Magelang.
Access
Amanjiwo can be reached by several daily domestic flights to Yogyakarta and Solo from Indonesia’s
capital, Jakarta, Bali or Singapore.
Amanjiwo is a one-hour complimentary transfer from Yogyakarta, or two hours on the more scenic
route from Solo, which passes some of the biggest volcanoes in Java. There are direct flights to Solo three times
a week from Singapore, and a twice-daily service from Kuala Lumpur. A complimentary concierge arrival service
is available for all guests arriving at Solo Airport. For guests arriving at Jakarta, the service is also available at a
special rate of $40 per person. Due to airport restrictions, this service is no longer available at Yogyakarta.
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Contact:
Amanjiwo
Ds. Majaksingi, Borobudur, Magelang
Central Java, Indonesia
mailing address
PO Box 333, KMKD, Magelang 56553
Central Java, Indonesia
Phone: (62) 293 788 333
Fax : (62) 293 788 355
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.amanresorts.com/amanjiwo/home.aspx
Reference: Regional Tourist Office throughout Indonesia
Ministry of Culture and Tourism, The Republic of Indonesia, http://www.indonesia.travel
http://wikitravel.org/en/Indonesia
Lonely Planet 2010,
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/indonesia
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Edited by: Sutanto <[email protected]> Karma Events, Coordinating Agency of Visit Indonesia Tourism Officer (VITO) on behalf of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Republic of Indonesia