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BALI&BEYOND MARCH 2015

TEAMTALK

HIDDEN GEMS ‘Om Swastiastu...’

There is no secret to why Bali is a paradise island – from secluded white sand beaches to breath-taking mountains, from traditional dance performances to hip night clubs, the island has them all. Not to mention the friendly people that easily make you feel a part of the community, and make you long to come back. But even if you have been to Bali for many times, the island still manages to surprise

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you. Just when you thought you have discovered the island’s most secret white sand

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beach, there is a new hidden destination waiting to be revealed. And that’s why our March 2015 issue is here to help you discover some of Bali’s hidden gems. Embark on an adventure to chase five stunning waterfalls in North Bali with our contributor Phil Green in ACTION & ATTRACTION – some of the paths may be challenging but they are all worth it once you set your eyes on the falls proper. But if you’re looking for something more relaxing, read INVITE & INDULGE and see how a full moon massage treatment at Hotel Tugu Bali will pamper you with an extra-ordinary spa experience. We also have four dishes to dig into in the Seminyak area, and the latest attraction in Canggu, The Escape Hunt Experience Bali, that will let you play detective. Don’t forget that this month the Balinese will celebrate the first day of the Saka Year, also known as Nyepi, the Silent Day, which falls on March 21 – flip through REST & RELAXATION and find out how staying at AYANA Resort and Spa Bali will keep you entertained all during the day. All in all, we hope you enjoy exploring the island. Who knows, maybe you will find a new secret paradise that you can treasure all to yourself.

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. S. Parman, Niti Mandala Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222 387, 226 313 Fax: (0361) 226 313

Angga Adhitya Syailendra is the public relations manager of a luxury hotel brand in Bali and staying active as the public relations of the nation’s largest running community, IndoRunners, for Bali chapter.

www. skal.org skalbali@dps.centrin.net.id

Dewandra Djelantik

Katie Truman

is an A-list Balinese photographer whose clients are ranging from top fashion brands to ﬁve-star hotels and tourism attractions on the island and across Indonesia. www. dewandradjelantik.com

waved goodbye to her native England ﬁfteen years ago and has been living in Southeast Asia as a freelance writer ever since. She contributes to numerous international publications on her two big loves, Vietnam and Indonesia.

Taufan Wijaya

Phil Green

is working on an MA in Journalism in the Philippines and personal photojournalism projects on water & sanitation and women with cancer. Follow him on Twitter @taufanwijaya_ or www.taufanwijaya. o ccom

is an avid traveler and a keen golfer with a passion for photography. Browse his growing collection of photographs at baliphotoblog. smugmug.com.

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Yoppy Pieter is a photographer and writer documenting social issues and travel. His interests led him to train in photography via the PannaFoto Institute, the Permata Photojournalist Grant and the Angkor Photo Workshop. www.yoppycture.com

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

contents 03.15 MARCH 2015 Volume 16 No. 178

READ BETWEEN THE COLORS

PHOTOS & FUN FACTS

CRAFT&CULTURE Decoding colors through the eyes of Balinese culture

SIGHTS&SOUNDS

Snapshots and quotes picked up throughout January and February

REST&RELAXATION THE SILENT GETAWAY

Finding organic shops in Ubud to support a healthy lifestyle

New villas at AYANA Resort and Spa Bali make a great getaway during the Silent Day

CULINARY TREASURE

THE RUNNER’S PARADISE

GET BACK TO YOUR ROOTS!

DINE&DELIGHTS

PONDERINGPOINT

Four lavish dishes to dig into in the Seminyak area

Come and join IndoRunners Bali to exercise in exquisite areas

+ 14 PRIMEPROMOTION

PROFILE&PORTRAIT

Hot deals and promotions of the month that shouldn’t be missed

THE BEAUTY DEGREE

Founder of Bali BISA talks about giving spa education

18 NEW&NEWS This month’s select news updates from the island’s tourism industry and what’s new around the island

INVITE&INDULGE

BASK IN THE MOONLIGHT

70 BEYONDUPDATES

The extra-ordinary full moon treatment at Hotel Tugu Bali

News updates from the tourism industry and what’s new beyond Bali

73 COMMUNITYCALENDAR

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FOTOFOLIO

THE JEWELS OF THE ISLAND The gems of Bali through the eye of Dewandra Djelantik

LITTLELOVES

PLAY SHERLOCK New attraction lets you solve a murder mystery 10 BALI&BEYOND MARCH 2015

Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events

74 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month

76 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing speciﬁc tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the island’s main destinations

82 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses

FIRST COLUMN PHOTO BY JOSEPH WANG, SECOND COLUMN BY DEWANDRA DJELANTIK, THIRD COLUMN COURTESY OF THE WESTIN RESORT NUSA DUA BALI

LIFESTYLE&LEISURE

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

contents 03.15 MARCH 2015 Volume 16 No. 178

CHASING WATERFALLS

Exploring ямБve stunning waterfalls in North Bali

THE DREAMY HIGHLAND

The dreams and the modern life of Bukittinggi

CAPITALCORNER

A WALK TO REMEMBER Witness the daily lives of the Chinese community in Petak Sembilan

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TOP PHOTO BY YOPPY PIETER BOTTOM PHOTO BY PHIL GREEN

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

NOW OPEN

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PRIMEPROMOTION

SUNSET SOUNDS Dear party people, now you can have a sunset session playing in your ears as KU DE TA has just released the 7th volume of its famous sunset soundtracks. Enjoy the collaboration of BTK and JIM BREESE, as well as Pig&Dan, Skeleton Army and Lonely Boy. The KU DE TA Volume 7 CD is available for Rp. 295,000 at the KU DE TA boutique and for AUS$ 18,99 on iTunes. KU DE TA Jalan Kayu Aya No. 9, Seminyak (0361) 736-969 www.kudeta.net

SO SILENT During the Silent Day, your activities may be limited, but don’t worry. The Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort offers an exclusive package for you. Starting from Rp. 3,025,000 net/room/night, the package includes daily breakfast for two, one-time lunch and dinner buffet on March 21 at Kwee Zeen for two, and 50 per cent off a PURE facial at So Spa. Ready to enjoy Silent Day? Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort BTDC Lot N5, Nusa Dua (0361) 849-2888 www.sofitel.com

To celebrate International Women’s Day, The Stones Hotel – Legian Bali, Autograph Collection will honor all ladies with a free dessert for every main course purchased throughout March at Stones Kitchen, Big Fish Bar & Grill, or The Long Rice Table. On March 8, ‘The Stones Ladies Lounge’ will pamper the ladies with a manicure and pedicure treatment from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Continue the night by joining in for a special dinner with a local organization dedicated to women’s education and empowerment in Bali. The Stones Hotel – Legian Bali, Autograph Collection Jalan Raya Pantai Kuta, Legian, (0361) 300-5888 www.marriott.com

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ALL COURTESY PHOTOS

GIRLS RUN THE WORLD

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EASTER ESCAPE Do you have any plans yet to celebrate Easter? The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas - Nusa Dua, Bali has something special in store for you and your family from Good Friday on April 3 to Easter Sunday on April 5. Children under eight years old will be entertained with The Great Egg Race to hunt for hidden eggs. An Easter picnic by the beach with chocolate Easter bunnies from the Mulia Deli will surely get your family closer, while a spectacular Sunday Brunch at Soleil will be a great feast to end your Easter getaway. The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas - Nusa Dua, Bali Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Kawasan Sawangan, Nusa Dua (0361) 3017-777 www.themulia.com

WHISKEY CLASS With a shout out to all whiskey enthusiasts, Single Malt Whiskies & Cocktails Bar now has a special program called the Whiskey Society â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a whiskey tasting session to educate guests about this low-carb drink. Held every Wednesday from 9 p.m. until midnight, the tasting includes three different whiskeys and complimentary canapĂŠs, all for Rp. 200,000++. A DJ will also be playing while you are enjoying these fabulous drinks. Single Malt Whiskies & Cocktails Bar Jalan Kayu Aya No. 68, Seminyak (0361) 846-6969 www.mejabali.com

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PRIMEPROMOTION

FOREVER YOUNG Aromatherapy Associates, a world-class skin care company, is now on the island but only at Heavenly Spa by Westin. The collaboration of the two will pamper you with their 150-minute Forever Young package, available at Rp. 2,500,000 net. The spa journey includes an exfoliating sea salt body scrub, slimming massage, and detoxifying seaweed masque and facial, using only the purest natural ingredients to rejuvenate your skin. Heavenly Spa by Westin The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali BTDC Lot N-3, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-906 www.westinnusaduabali.com

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NEW&NEWS

UP ON THE MOON Anantara Seminyak Bali proudly announces the latest addition to the hotel, the MoonLite Kitchen and Bar. The former SOS Super Club is without a doubt going to be one of the ‘it’ rooftop bars in South Bali, where guests will be indulged with delectable Asian cuisine and an extensive choice of beverages from traditional drinks to cocktails and wine. Your dining experience will be even more unforgettable with the Indian Ocean as the feast to your eyes. The MoonLite Kitchen and Bar is open daily from 4.30 p.m. to 11 p.m. MoonLite Kitchen and Bar Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa, Bali Jalan Abimanyu (Dhyana Pura), Seminyak (0361) 73-7773 www.facebook.com/MoonliteBali

HEALING EAST BALI Last January, the East Bali Poverty Project (EBPP) started ‘Toilets Today, For a Healthy Tomorrow’ – a fundraising campaign to help build hygienic sanitation for 135 families in the Manikaji Asti village of East Bali. In 40 days, EBPP is determined to provide clean facilities for human waste disposal that will help reduce diseases such as diarrhea, caused by open defecation. EBPP still needs support to accomplish their mission – please log on to their website to see how you can help. East Bali Poverty Project PO BOX 3850, Denpasar (0361) 410-071 www.eastbalipovertyproject.org

John Hardy is back with more wowing collections that are much inspired by the carefree spirit of its muse, Cara Delevingne. The Bamboo Collection’s silver small round ring with sky blue topaz, and the Naga Collection’s bold ﬂex cuff with 18k gold and silver are only a few of the latest designs, perfect for free-spirited women who like simple luxury. So, are you ready for a glowing summer? John Hardy, PT. Karya Tangan Indah Br. Baturning, Mambal, Abiansemal (0361) 469-888 www.johnhardy.com

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SUMMER WITH CARA

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NEW&NEWS

SIMPLY FRESH If you’re looking for ﬁve-star quality food at reasonable prices, MakanMinum is where you should be heading. Located in Kerobokan, this new food joint serves comfort food using fresh and locally sourced ingredients. Try the oxtail soup or chicken porridge, or opt for Oriental cuisine like Hainan Chicken Rice and Peking Duck Noodle. Makan-Minum also provides catering services. Makan-Minum Jalan Petitenget No 7A, Kerobokan (0361) 738-388 www.makan-minum.net

NEW LEGIAN STAR After successfully opening three new branches of the Hotel NEO in Bali, Archipelago International shows no signs of slowing down. Last January the group proudly launched the Hotel NEO+ Kuta, Legian, which is tucked away on Jalan Troppozone – a strategic location where Ground Zero and Sky Garden Club are only minutes away, but guests can still ﬁnd peace during their stay. Hotel NEO+ Kuta, Legian is a compact boutique budget hotel with 117 smoke-free rooms, a swimming pool, a spacious sun terrace, a poolside bar, and a petite restaurant specializing in homemade noodles. Hotel NEO+ Kuta, Legian Jalan Troppozone No. 8, Legian (0361) 8499-666 www.neohotels.com

Fashion enthusiasts; get ready to be blown away by the latest BIASA collection. This season, BIASA is bringing a city vibe to the island by combining contemporary design with natural color and elegant cutting. This collection is even more irresistible with detailed hand-stitched embellishments, artistic prints, and sparkling sequins. Don’t forget to add BIASA’s stunning new necklaces and bracelets, stylish tote bags, and signature scarves to up your look. BIASA Jalan Raya Seminyak 36, Kuta (0361) 730-945 www.biasagroup.com

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A CITY VIBE

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CRAFT&CULTURE

READ BETWEEN THE COLORS DECODING COLORS THROUGH THE EYES OF BALINESE CULTURE

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Colors are decoded differently by each culture. In the Renaissance era, green was the symbol of fertility.

A BLINK OF AN EYE

COLOR AND CULTURE

black is chic. It is rather interesting

300BC is claimed to be the ﬁrst year

Colors are decoded differently

more than complicating to know how

of the study of optical phenomenon.

by each culture. In the Renaissance

cultures have different perceptions

Ever since then, scientists have been

era, green was the symbol of

towards color.

trying to analyze all the illusions that

fertility. A masterpiece by Jan

come to our brain from our eyes

Van Eyck in the year 1434 titled

BALI’S ANGELS

as the open gates. Until now, color

‘Giovanni Arnolﬁni and His Bride’

The color concept here in Bali is

is one of the most joyful subjects

shows a beautiful bride wearing

strongly inﬂuenced by the Hindu

in scientiﬁc discussions, and it has

an immaculate green dress to mark

religion. The Balinese believe in

been a fantastic mystery not only

her fertility. But to most Westerners

nine guardian angels – God’s

to the scientists but also to most of

white is the perfect color for a bridal

manifestations that guard the island

us – thanks to Sir Isaac Newton who

gown, while to some of the Chinese

from the points of the compass –

invented color wheel in the year

a white gown is inappropriate for

known as Dewata Nawa Sanga.

1666, now recognized as one of

a bride because they believe that

Each guardian angel has its own

the greatest discoveries for its ability

white represents mourning. Black to

color to represent its purpose as

to help us comprehend the colors

many cultures represents evil and

follows:

that we see.

sadness, while to urban modernists,

• Black (North, guarded by Wisnu)

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represents purity, holiness, and

• Brumbun, or the combination of

will be protected from negative

simplicity.

white, yellow, black, and red (the

energy. And that’s why every time

• Blue (Northeast, guarded by

center of the compass, guarded by

a Balinese holds a house-blessing

Sambhu) represents revival, the

Siva) represents the source of life,

ceremony, they draw three lines

balance of nature, and unity.

holiness, and extinction.

in black, white, and red on every pillar.

represents peace, loyalty, and trust.

THE TRI DATU COLOR

• The dice or black-and-white

The tri datu color is the combination

COLOR GALORE

(Southeast, guarded by Maheswara)

of white, black and red. You may

These interesting interpretations

represents emotion, softness,

ﬁnd some Balinese wearing a tri

of color have proven that culture

and in between.

datu bracelet, as they believe that

plays a signiﬁcant role in how

• Red (South, guarded by Brahma)

the bracelet will help them ﬁnd

people see colors. Even though

represents dignity, power, strength,

strength in living their lives.

there is lots of research available

and the seeds of life.

The idea of strength here is not

that regresses color with certain

• Purple (Southwest, guarded by

physical but more to self-awareness

situations, it is our belief that matters

Rudra) represents anger, grudges,

and control – to help one in

the most. And if you ﬁnd yourself

and sacriﬁce.

avoiding doing bad things in life.

trapped in a long argument about

• Yellow (West, guarded by

The tri datu colors are also used

color, just agree to disagree.

Mahadewa) represents envy and

in many of the traditional Balinese

Because colors are only debris of

jealousy.

ceremonies, such as the house-

a huge amount of information that

• Green (Northwest, guarded by

blessing ceremony. It is believed

comes to our brain translated by

Sangkara) represents freedom,

that by having the tri datu colors on

our eyes.

vitality, and youth.

every pillar of the house, the house

By Bayu Rahanatha

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PHOTOS BY JOSEPH WANG

• White (East, guarded by Iswara)

Color implementation on Balinese kober found on traditional ceremony

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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE Alchemy Bali

Get Back to Your Roots! IF YOU PLAN ON GETTING STARTED WITH THE ORGANIC HABIT, OR ARE ALREADY A DEVOTEE, HEAD TO UBUD – THE HAVEN OF HEALTHY AND ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS. AND BRING YOUR ECO-CLOTH BAG ALONG TO CARRY HOME ALL OF YOUR WHOLESOME GOODIES. By Katie Truman 26

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Alchemy Bali

and environmental-friendly vibe.

solely retails hand-made organic

Diverse, healthy and MSG-free

jams and culinary sea salts. Their

food covers vegan, raw food and

selection of ﬁne but rustic jams

vegetarian ‘slow-food’ dishes made

include mango and passion fruit,

with chemical-free grown produce.

tangerine and pineapple, cinnamon

Pop into their in-house food and

and grape – all made of hand-

grocery store to continue the

selected fresh organic produce

wholesomeness back home.

plucked from Java and Bali, except

Homemade freshly baked breads

for the milk caramel variety. Slow

SCOOP THE GOODS

and cakes like chai cookies, yoghurt

cooked and simple ﬂavors enhance

The island’s ﬁrst 100 per cent

scones and more are available

the fruit’s natural sweetness and

raw vegan cafe and juice bar,

daily from their in-house bakery.

aroma – do try before you buy at

Alchemy Bali welcomes you with

Bali Buda also provides local and

the sample counter. The jams are

an endearing rad, Californian-style

imported organic goods such as

available at Rp. 40,000, while the

vibe. Alchemy’s Raw and Vegan

nuts, seeds, nature-based skincare,

Kou Cuisine jars of pure sea salt

Salad Bar and extensive Raw Juice

household essentials – including

crystals are Rp. 30,000.

Bar are both outstanding, not to

the all-essential Biowear Eco

mention totally delish. Their in-house

Poncho – and alternative therapy

and sourced from the traditional salt

organic health food store is a must-

products. Bali Buda is committed to

harvesting village of Kusamba in East

visit – a fully and regularly stocked

sourcing Indonesia’s best products,

Bali. Packed with natural minerals,

health emporium retailing products

or alternatively from local cottage

one salt variety comes naturally

that are hard to ﬁnd in Bali.

industries, for retail items such as

herbed with rosemary and basil. The

washable diapers.

products are beautifully displayed

Super foods, super herbs and

The sea salt is hand-produced

supplements – from raw organic

in the all-white boutique store and

Maca powder to natural beauty

ARTISANAL JAMS

divinely packaged – classy for

products and household essentials,

Minuscule but chic Kou Cuisine

souvenirs or justiﬁed self-indulgence.

including organic toothpaste! –you name it, they have it. Alchemy’s house-made Raw Snacks features Cocobiotic-Probiotic fermented coconut water and nut n’ berry trail mixes, while Raw Desserts signature chocolate trufﬂes (from their divine raw chocolaterie) are hand-made with high-quality organic cacao. A well-loved Ubud institution, Bali Buda Café is an early pioneer in Bali’s organic agriculture, fair trade and sustainable living movement. The original store, launched in Kou Cuisine

1994, still emits a health-conscious,

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FOR REAL BEAUTY

Next, drop into the under-the-

bath and body products, as well

Not far from Jalan Dewi Sita is

radar Sensatia Botanicals showroom,

as health-enhancing essential oils

Kou Cuisine’s sister store Kou Bali,

which is actually an exceptional

including detoxifying sandalwood

which retails individual hand-made

homegrown supplier of 100 per cent

facial masques, lemongrass and

natural soaps using a traditional

natural, handmade spa and beauty

mandarin body butters and sensual

matured ageing process and pure

products to many of Bali’s top-notch

honey baths, are mainly made from

bath salts. These gorgeously fragrant

spas. Their sublime hair, facial care,

the island’s freshest natural raw

soaps incorporate pure coconut oil base with natural glycerine, essential oils and traditional plants and ingredients – organic wherever possible and devoid of any additives and preservatives – grown and harvested by Balinese sustainable cultivators. Selections of soap range from Jasmine White, Vanilla Heaven and Lemon Tea Tree, to their signature Premium Frangipani and gentle Baby Kou for little ones. Even more irresistible, they are presented

PHOTOS OF KOU CUISINE BY KATIE TRUMAN ALL OTHERS COURTESY PHOTOS

in lovely gift boxes.

Sensatia Botanicals

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Ubud Organic Farmer’s Market

materials. A grass-roots community,

that are hard to acquire. The

sustainable-driven and proﬁt sharing

twice-weekly Pasar and unofﬁcial

co-operative, Sensatia combines

Ubud gathering spot is held at two

a holistic, organic and ‘Old Bali’

separate locations – the weekend

artisanal approach with the latest

market being the largest. This

advances in natural cosmetic

joint venture of local eco-conscious

research and high-quality imported

farmers, independent organic

materials. Production and their HQ

cultivators and green-orientated

are located in a far-ﬂung East Bali

small enterprises allows you to

ﬁshing village. For many of their

purchase goods straight from the

naturally pure ingredients, Sensatia

source without any middle-men, and

employs sustainable coconut

at reasonable prices.

harvesters, herbal lulur producers and

Stalls of fresh, locally sourced

seaweed and sea salt harvesters.

produce – as far as possible organic and chemical-free – include seasonal

L.A.-STYLE MARKET

fruit and veggies, potted herbs,

Inspired by those trendy weekly L.A.

spices, medicinal organic plants and

farmer’s markets, Ubud Organic

IDEP Foundation seedlings. Nature-

Farmer’s Market provides organic

based homemade goods include

produce all in one fell swoop. A

organic artisan breads, Balinese

local cooperative supporting Ubud’s

coffee, jams, honey and soymilk.

surrounding communities and

Anything you need for a healthier

organic cultivators results in suppliers

lifestyle is here! Note that plastic

bridging their targeted markets and

bags are discouraged, so re-useable

customers with organic goodies

cloth bags are on sale.

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Alchemy Bali Jalan Penestanan Klod, Ubud (0361) 971-981 www.alchemybali.com Bali Buda Cafe Jalan Jembawan No. 1, Ubud (0361) 976-324, www.balibuda.com Kou Cuisine (upper) Jalan Monkey Forest, Ubud, (0361) 972-319 kou_cuisine@kou-bali.com Kou Bali Jalan Dewi Sita, Ubud (0361) 971-905, kou_soap@kou-bali.com Sensatia Botanicals Jalan Monkey Forest No. 64, Ubud, (0361) 340-0011 www.sensatia.com Ubud Organic Farmer’s Market: Wednesday from 9am to 1pm at Warung Sopa, Jalan Nyuh Kuning; Saturday from 9am to 2pm at Pizza Bagus Café, Jalan Raya Pengosekan (+62) 852-3715-3280 www.ubudorganicmarket.com

DINE&DELIGHTS

CULINARY TREASURE FOUR DISHES FROM FOUR DIFFERENT RESTAURANTS THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND AWAY. By Joseph Wang

Bazaar - Pholosophy of Food’s Signature Beef Cheek

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eminyak, Petitenget and Kerobokan have now become heaven for food lovers. But with so many options of restaurants,

sometimes it is hard to decide what to eat – and where. But don’t worry, our editorial team will help you with that as we take you to four different places, each with its own distinctive characters that will take your culinary journey in the Seminyak area to the next level. The only thing they have in common is their topnotch quality and taste. So, what are you waiting for? Dig in!

A KISS ON THE CHEEK Bazaar – Philosophy of Food has been open less than a year but has already garnered a stellar reputation. Serving lunch and dinner, the restaurant is designed with a warm ambiance that makes you feel at home while chatting with your close friends over a glass of wine. Selections of delectable dishes will tempt your palate, but the highlight is deﬁnitely the Signature

KINGS OF SEA

Beef Cheek. The ﬁve-hour braised

This newly opened restaurant in

imported beef cheek is so tender

the heart of Seminyak is deﬁnitely

that it actually melts in your mouth.

a must-try. Serving Louisiana style

Served with silky potato puree

seafood, The Holy Crab Bali is a

and port wine jus, the Signature

branch of the successful The Holy

Beef Cheek is even more perfect

Crab Jakarta. Get ready to get your

with a glass of red wine. Bazaar

hands dirty, because The Holy Crab

– Philosophy of Food is open from

Bali lets you eat right off the table!

7.30 a.m. to 11.00 p.m.

The kings of the sea are all available here, from Dungeness crab to King

Bazaar – Philosophy of Food

Crab Legs, and one of the stars that

The Holy Crab Bali

Jalan Batu Belig No. 7, Kerobokan

should also be on your list is the

Jalan Petitenget No. 50, Seminyak

0813-3765-3120

Lobster. Lush meat paired with delish

(0361) 474-1391

www.bazaarbali.com

sauce – how can you resist it?

www.theholycrab.co.id

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THE BURGER EXPERT

for more. If you are a big eater, do

Following its success in Hong

try the Double Happiness Burger

Kong, The Butchers Club Bali is

– melted cheese, butter-fried bun,

ready to rock your palate with

bacon and not just one, but two

their signature gourmet burgers.

dry-aged beef patties! Need we say

And let me tell you, this is not just

more?

another burger joint as their beef patty is anything but regular. Using

The Butchers Club Bali

only dry-aged beef, The Butchers

Jalan Cendrawasih No. 1, Petitnget

Club Bali serves a ﬂavorsome

(0361) 8974004

burger that will have you craving

www.butchersclub.com.hk

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PHOTOS OF BAZAAR – PHILOSOPHY OF FOOD AND VIN + SEMINYAK BALI BY JOSEPH WANG ALL OTHERS COURTESY PHOTOS

Double Happiness Burger

PAIR IT WITH WINE Located in the heart of Seminyak, VIN+ Seminyak Bali is known for its outstanding wine shop where you can ﬁnd any kind of wine and spirits, from champagne to sake, from young to vintage. But that’s not all. VIN+ Seminyak Bali also caters delectable dishes that can be paired with their

Red Wine Braised Octopus Risotto

remarkable wines for a reasonable

sommelier which wine goes well with

price. Our favorite is the Red Wine

the dessert. You’ll be surprised!

Braised Octopus Risotto, which is even more amazing with a glass

VIN+ Seminyak Bali

of red wine. For your sweet tooth,

Jalan Kayu Jati No. 1, Seminyak

the decadent chocolate fondant is

(0361) 473-2377

a must-try. Don’t forget to ask the

www.vinplus.biz

A perfectly paired dessert and wine at VIN +

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

B&B: How do you source the teachers? PE: Our teachers are locals because we try to give back to the community. They have to have good English and minimum of two-year experience as a spa therapist. Working overseas is a plus because it means they are used to working with international clients. First, we put them in a three-month

ince it was ﬁrst

our standards and SOP (Standard Operation Procedures) but more job didn’t work out. So I thought,

importantly, we teach them how

what am I going to do? The obvious

to teach and train. They are well

choice would be spa because that’s

trained and their knowledge is

what I have been doing all my life.

always increasing.

I did my research and found that Bali has a million spas but no spa

B&B: What are the qualiﬁcations you

schools. And that’s the reason. At

use to teach the students?

that time, I thought I’m going to do

PE: In the beginning we were

a school with the intention of always

running with our Bali BISA training

following the international standards.

that I designed. Then we applied

established nine years

for the CIBTAC (Confederation

ago, the spa academy

B&B: Your students range from locals

of International Beauty Therapy

Bali BISA in Sanur has

to those from all over the world…

and Cosmetology) qualiﬁcations

been sending their

PE: It’s a surprise! It’s not what I

from Britain – we now have 12

graduates on to become spa talent

was expected. When I founded the

CIBTAC qualiﬁcations that are

at top-notch spas and hotels around

school, I thought our students would

the world. Britain-born founder

all be Indonesians. But in reality,

Penny Elllis talks to us about how the

about 98 percent of our students

school helps the local community.

are from overseas. Our school is not expensive by international

Bali & Beyond (BB): How did you

standards, but we have the quality

come up with the idea of opening a

and the standards. As for Indonesian

spa school in Bali?

students, we give discounts and a

Penny Ellis (PE): I was working in

sponsorship program. We have

Malaysia and my contract ended

many overseas companies wanting

when I was offered a job in Bali.

our students and they support our

That’s how I got here. But the new

students by giving sponsorships.

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Penny Ellis

PHOTO OF PENNY ELLIS BY RISTY NURRAISA ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF BALI BISA

The Beauty Degree

program. They have to understand

required in many countries today. Last year CIBTAC endorsed one of our programs, the Balinese massage, which really puts Indonesia, especially Bali, on the map. We have applied for eight more programs, and they were all accepted. This now puts Bali BISA on the world stage.

touch with those who are looking

that and that’s why they become

for therapists. We follow our

good therapists. A spa therapist

students’ development as well,

deals with people and their body,

for instance how they ﬁrst work

so you have to have love in the heart

in the management division and

and understand all about the body,

B&B: What else do you teach other

then become a spa director. It’s

tensions, and muscles. They need to

than spa therapies?

wonderful! I love to see Indonesians

know how to help a client and make

PE: We teach them how to

grow. When they ﬁrst come here,

them feel wonderful.

create spa products. We have a

they are shy and can hardly speak

preparation area where students

English. Then I get to see them grow

B&B: Any upcoming projects for Bali

mix things and they love it. We

and become successful in the spa

BISA in the near future?

only use Indonesian ingredients

industry. Lovely.

PE: We are going to take the

and all the oils are from Bali. We

company worldwide. It’s already

also have anatomy and physiology

B&B: What do you think is the main

in motion. For instance, I will be

classes for those who want to learn

asset of Balinese spa therapists?

going to Kenya help them set up

sports and pregnancy massage. It’s

PE: The Balinese have the natural

our school. That’s the next stage of

important for them to understand

heart and touch. And that’s why the

Bali BISA. To offer business liaise

the body. And we provide spa

world wants them. This is actually

and franchises. Hopefully all this will

management classes.

something Asians have. It’s in their

be good.

heart and no one can teach them

By Risty Nurraisa

B&B: How do you help your students to get a job after they graduate? PE: We have so many spas and hotels from around the world asking for our students. We send them

Bali BISA is open for anyone – from tourists that come for a one-day class, novices to get a job, and to therapists who want to increase their skills. Click www.balibisa.com to see the courses.

the CVs and put our students in

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INVITE&INDULGE

BASK IN THE

MOONLIGHT EXQUISITE HOTEL TUGU IS UNIQUE IN EVERY ASPECT, NOT THE LEAST THEIR SPA’S SPIRITUAL AND HEALING OFFERINGS, ESPECIALLY ON FULL MOON DAYS.

longside Canggu’s

antiquities and vintage furnishings

The spa also combines spirituality

wild surf, Hotel Tugu

from throughout the archipelago.

with physical healing, contributing

Bali is no mere hotel

Welcoming like a Balinese home,

to a state of deep peacefulness. All

– it’s a unique, living-

Tugu nonetheless is a ﬁve-star

these are administered in Tugu’s

breathing museum

recipient of top international awards.

intoxicatingly charming Kamars

hotel dedicated to preserving and

And Tugu’s spa is also no mere

celebrating Javanese and Balinese

spa. Equally wildly atmospheric and

themed spa pavilions designed with

indigenous spirituality, art, cultural

acclaimed, the Waroeng Djamoe

collector’s objets and art, all linked

heritage and traditions. Evocative

Spa connects to the mystical ancient

by stone walkways dissecting the

of bygone times, Hotel Tugu houses

East, incorporating centuries-old

tropical beachside gardens.

its Indonesian proprietor’s stunning

Javanese and Balinese authentic

personal collection of artwork,

therapies, rituals, and treatments.

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(chambers) – several individually-

A recent addition to Tugu’s exceptional spa menu, the Purnama

(Full Moon) and Tilem (New Moon)

sins and celebrate ‘Rwa Binneda’ –

rays. And let’s face it; a full moon

Massage Energy of the Bali Moon

the two energies of life – good and

over the ocean sure looks hypnotic.

(Rp. 810,000++) is certainly a no

evil, darkness and brightness.

ordinary massage session. Intrinsic

This unique massage is available

WAX AND WANE

to ancient Balinese Hindu traditions

any evening of the month as the

Of course, Nengah is not an

and revolving around the moon’s

moon, in whatever form, is always

ordinary therapist. This Balinese

magic and energy, this is a spiritual

up there. However, it is much better

lady, blessed by a Hindu priest, has

experience that penetrates the soul –

to book on the actual evening of a

special powers to perform mantras

not just pampers tired muscles. To the

full moon like I did, or at least those

and ceremonies – as she takes

Balinese, Full and New Moon days

evenings before or after, to beneﬁt

charge of all Hotel Tugu’s ‘resident

are highly signiﬁcant with puriﬁcation

from all the spiritual energy and good

spirits’. Whatever day of the month,

ceremonies carried out to wash away

fortune emitted from the full moon

this special ritual starts at 6 p.m. and

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Gubug Nglamun Leha Leha where the treatment takes place

sunset time, with Nengah performing

tub and vintage furnishings. I then

full moon’s circular movements and

a small Hindu ceremony out front

changed into a batik sarong in the

energy, then winding down to gentle

on Canggu Beach. My feet were

open – there really isn’t much room

long strokes. No tepid, pampering

cleansed with seawater from along

for modesty here, but that’s part of

massaging here. Nengah’s hands

the shoreline and I was splashed

the back-to-nature charm with natural

bear an almost man-like strength

with blessed holy water from Pura

sea breezes wafting in and the

with her grip.

Batu Bolong, Tugu’s beachfront

silence only punctuated by Canggu’s

neighbor and one of Bali’s most

pounding surf.

The treatment uses island-sourced

The 75 minute-long massage

ancient traditions, just like the other

started with long, gentle strokes

Waroeng Djamoe Spa’s treatments.

Nengah off the beach to one of the

inspired by the moon’s soft

During the massage, richly aromatic

chambers, Gubug Nglamun Leha-

caress and crashing waves

natural oils such as frangipani or

leha (a Javanese expression for

under the moonlight. Rhythmic

sandalwood are lavishly slathered

daydreaming and lazing). The rustic

hand movements – perhaps even

over the skin. Balinese people believe

thatched pavilion is discreetly hidden

mysterious powers – became

that bathing under the full-moon light

by tropical foliage set on the hotel’s

increasingly bolder then replaced

in water perfumed by Frangipani

manicured lawns. All very simplistic,

with a crescendo of strong, rotating

petals (the island’s iconic ﬂower)

open to the elements with just twin

circles made with Nengah’s

washes away impurities. Thus, I was

massage beds, a spacious sunken

forearms and knuckles, reﬂecting the

left alone for 20 minutes to serenely

sacred temples. Primed and ready, I followed

A ﬂower bath at Hotel Tugu Bali

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PHOTO A PRAYER BY THE BEACH BY KATIE TRUMAN ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF THE HOTEL TUGU BALI

organic ingredients based on

bathe, meditate and stargaze in an open-air herbal and frangipani bath with the inky darkness illuminated by the silvery glow of moonlight, ﬂickering oil-lamps and the candles edging the tub.

AFTER GLOW

A prayer by the beach just before the massage session begins

Respectfully attired in sarong and sash, I then participated in a brief Full Moon blessing ceremony at Tugu’s Barong Temple, an adjacent

rounded moon hoisted high above

minuscule garden chamber housing

the coconut palms.

a mystical Barong mask and small

Gubug Nglamun Leha-leha, still under that magical moon.

After this deeply calming journey,

By Katie Truman

altar – one of Hotel Tugu’s most

you and perhaps your signiﬁcant

sacred spots. Here Nengah quietly

other may wish to linger longer.

Waroeng Djamoe Spa

chanted mantras and blessed me

Dine on Tugu’s light dinner menu of

Hotel Tugu Bali

with special holy water derived

Rejuvenating Healthy Spa Cuisine

Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu

from the conﬂuence of three rivers

(combined with treatment, Rp.

Beach, Canggu

and seawater. It was even more

1,170,000++) served on a small

(0361) 473-1701

mesmerizing standing below a fully

table in the garden just beside

www.tuguhotels.com

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A shot from the InterContinental Bali Resort at dusk just before dinner at Bella Cucina. Every Friday, this Italian restaurant offers a market-themed dinner where you can pick the ingredients you want and have the chef cook them for you.

Snapped at Pan Paciﬁc Nirwana Bali Resort, this golf resort’s calming scenery is within walking distance from the world-renowned sunset spot, the Tanah Lot Temple.

Who said an overcast sky will prevent you from enjoying a beautiful sunset? Shot this amazing sunset at Balangan Beach, just minutes before it began to rain. 40

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PHOTOS PHOT HOTOS BY BY JOSEPH JOSEPH WAN WANG G AND RIST RISTY Y NURRAI NU RRAISA SA NURRAISA

SIGHTS&SOUNDS

Our cork board of photos, quotes and fun facts that we picked up while exploring in January and February ...

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REST&RELAXATION

THE SILENT GETAWAY NEW VILLA WITH TOP-NOTCH SERVICE AND FACILITIES TO KEEP YOU COMFORTABLE DURING THE SILENT DAY

erched on top of the

Resort where guests can stay at

dramatic sunset-facing

the newly refurbished Ocean View

cliff in the Jimbaran area,

Pool Villas.

AYANA Resort and Spa Bali has been catering

A PHONE CALL AWAY

to its guests with top-notch service

The one-bedroom Ocean View Pool

for years, and nothing seems to

Villa takes up 298 square meters

stop the resort from giving its best

and it is equipped with a private

to the island. The resort is home to

plunge pool, an outdoor shower and

the famous Rock Bar and a number

a bale bale overlooking the ocean.

of enchanting wedding venues

Staying here will make you feel right

already, and now a new facility is

at home as the villa is also complete

adding another gem to the hotel, as

with high-quality facilities such as

AYANA Resort and Spa Bali proudly

55-inch HD-TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the bedroom and

introduces The Villas at AYANA

living room, and a canopy-styled

Spacious bedroom with a sea view

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The amazing Ocean Beach Pool, with a world-class service is the perfect place to relax

bed. Each villa has a spacious walk-

for the villa guests, are deﬁnitely

in wardrobe, a marble bathroom

the best-trained staff at the resort.

with a hand-carved roman style

Gone is the awkwardness of asking

bathtub, and a separate shower.

a butler for help, as they will gladly

But that’s not all. A butler is at your service anytime, anywhere,

assist you with anything. As a villa guest you are also

and only a phone-call away.

privileged to enjoy the exclusive

“You can bring this cell-phone

AYANA Little Luxuries that will

anywhere within hotel area and just

guarantee you a sunset reservation

call a butler whenever you need

at the Rock Bar and pamper you with

assistance. Whether to pick you

a choice of a 30-minute heavenly

up with a buggy or brew you a

Balinese massage for two or sunrise

cup of coffee,” said the butler after

yoga. Airport return transfer for

explaining all the features of the

direct bookings to the resort are also

villa to me. These butlers, exclusively

provided with a villa package.

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And as if thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not enough, staying at the villa means you get to choose to have breakfast in one of three restaurants, one of which is the DAVA restaurant that will cater to you with a delish But make sure to try Kisik, the seafood restaurant by the beach that elevates dining to a whole new level with its high-quality food. Your dining experience will start with two appetizers followed by a main dish served with white rice and pelecing kangkung. Reservations are essential as the restaurant is quite popular among outside guests.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF AYANA RESORT AND SPA BALI

a la carte international menu.

Villa guests are privileged for a sunset session at Rock Bar, one of the most popular bars on the island.

SILENCE STILL

But that doesn’t mean there’s

Rock Bar, Kisik, and UNIQUE will be

The Balinese celebrate the ﬁrst day

nothing you can do to spend the

closed on Silent Day, so make sure

of Saka Year unlike any other New

day, especially when you are

to dine out at these places the night

Year celebrations in any part of the

staying at the AYANA Resort

before or after.

world. This celebration is celebrated

and Spa Bali. The Ogoh-Ogoh

with silence and seclusion instead of

Parade – a tradition to battle evil

for granted on the night of Silent

dynamic and lively events. This year,

– is quite entertaining as you join

Day is to stargaze. If the sky is clear,

the Silent Day will fall on March 21.

the hotel staff marching around

look up and watch millions of stars

the hotel area on March 20. Not

twinkling on the vast darkness. It’s

are limited since guests are not

only that, you will also be able to

out of this world.

allowed to go outside the hotel area.

indulge in the facilities at RIMBA

By Joseph Wang

But thankfully, hotels and resorts

Jimbaran Bali by AYANA – the

have the privilege of catering to their

sister hotel located in the same

The Villas at AYANA Resort

guests as normal – the only time

complex.

Karang Mas Estate

During the Silent Day, activities

you may feel different is probably

One last thing you must not take

Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera,

The resort is offering Silent

during the night when all the lights

Day package at The Villas at

Jimbaran

are dimmed or even turned off

AYANA Resort. Note that some

(0361) 702-222

completely.

of the restaurants and bars like

www.ayanaresort.com

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PONDERINGPOINT

THE RUNNER’S PARADISE

the sand is wet to give you a more

SECLUDED BEACHES, BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAINS, AND EXOTIC TERRACED LANDSCAPES HAVE TURNED BALI INTO A MAGICAL SPOT FOR RUNNING ENTHUSIASTS.

fun? Run barefoot – but do watch out for small coral. Chasing the sunset is also worth it as long as you don’t mind the crowds on the sand.

s one of the largest

but also as a haven for runners.

JIMBARAN AND ULUWATU

communities

Want to join up? The following areas

Jimbaran and Uluwatu have plenty

in Indonesia,

are most recommended for a fun run.

of tropical jungle tracks where the scenery of secluded beaches

IndoRunners has

awaits you towards the end. Fresh

people since it was ﬁrst established

KUTA, LEGIAN AND SEMINYAK

in 2011 in Jakarta. With its aim

If you like running on the beach

a few of the many reasons why

of spreading the running virus

while enjoying the view of the

Jimbaran and Uluwatu spoil runners

throughout the nation, IndoRunners

ocean, Kuta and Legian are worth

with an adventurous spirit – these

is the ﬁrst to socialize the importance

considering. Wake up early and

areas have also hosted the annual

of a healthy lifestyle through social

start running at 6 a.m. – you will

Bali International Triathlon. Try

media, which then attracted many

see how Kuta and Legian are so

Tegalwangi Hills and the GWK

health-conscious patrons.

peaceful, not to mention you get to

Cultural Park that our #jimbaRUN

appealed to many

oxygen and fun dirt tracks are only

treasure the rose-pink dawn. Park

team usually chooses for an easy

2012, IndoRunners Bali has been

your vehicle somewhere nearby

Sunday morning run – both offer lush

persistently striving to educate the

and start from the beach in front of

surroundings with a proper track. If

local audience to have a better

Beachwalk Kuta up to W Retreat

you go further, you might discover a

understanding about proper training

& Spa in Seminyak, then go back

magical surprise, like the #jimbaRUN

without forgetting to have fun with it.

again. Voila! You’ve done a 10K

troops always do. Feel the

The community has become a family

run already! Don’t be in a rush since

adrenaline rush when ﬁnding secret

that is motivated to give Bali a new

running on the beach is deﬁnitely

beaches and picturesque ravines in

term, not only as a surfer’s paradise

heavier. Do jog on the side where

which to take a group photo.

Expanding to the island in

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF INDORUNNERS BALI

steady pace. Want to make it more

DENPASAR

wilderness every Tuesday at noon

Bali always goes to Canggu and

The IndoRunners Bali team always

at Serangan Island, not far from

Ubud whenever we feel like getting

makes use of city centers to attract

Sanur. We’ll wait for you on the

closer to nature. One of the natural

more locals for a fun run. The jerseys

bridge at the end of the boulevard.

tracks is the Abuan Village – located

are colorful, the faces are cheerful,

On a Sunday morning, escape to

at an approximate 1,100 meters

and the smiles are always friendly.

Serangan Island and join our fellow

above the sea level – that takes us

Join in every Thursday at 5.30

3V running club.

through some of the unspoiled parts

p.m. or every Sunday morning at

of Bali and ends with a view of the

6 a.m. during the Car Free Day,

CANGGU AND UBUD

where we take over the streets to

Canggu and Ubud are considered

spread the joy of running together.

to be pivotal spiritual healing areas

NUSA DUA

The gathering point is at the front

where you can renew your mind,

Home to many luxury hotels and

entrance gate of the legendary Bajra

body, and soul. Incredible views of

resorts managed by the Bali Tourism

Sandhi Monument inside the Niti

the pristine rice terraces are a feast

Development Center (BTDC), it is no

Mandala Park in Renon prior to the

to the eyes, not to mention you can

longer a surprise that Nusa Dua is

run. Look for the red tee or green

cherish the amazing countryside

well maintained. The neat pedestrian

Barong jersey and don’t be shy to

atmosphere and ﬁnd some off beat

paths and ocean-front jogging track

say hello! The local government has

tracks. In Ubud you can join Bali

is deﬁnitely a must for runners who

provided fantastic well-maintained

Hash House Harriers – an open

stay in the south. Get ready to be

pedestrian walkways and tracks for

membership activity club where

immersed in a serene setting along

running. So, no more excuses!

tourists, expats and locals gather

the peninsula, which is the ultimate

every Monday and Thursday

stress relief.

afternoon to enjoy the scenery while

By Angga Adhitya Syailendra

running along the track. IndoRunners

– Bali Chapter of IndoRunners

SANUR AND SERANGAN ISLAND

rice paddies.

Sanur has the exotic atmosphere that always entices you to come back and explore its tranquility. The community has erected a ﬂag in Sanur and set the spot to be one of the must-try running tracks every Saturday morning, where you can relish the mesmerizing sunrise. For casual runners who crave great scenery, Sanur is an absolute paradise. If you come early, start running from the main parking space

Safety Tips! • Always do stretching and warming up prior to a run. • Wear suitable running shoes. • No heavy running gears for a more comfortable run. • Have an energizing meal two hours prior to the run. • Never push yourself to run if you are not well. • Always stretch and cool down after the run. • Be familiar with your running route. When you are running on the side of a road, run in the opposite direction of traffic to minimize accidents • Always wear light straps for safety when you run on the road at night. • Be very careful when running with headphones. Try to keep the volume down. • Keep yourself hydrated to avoid heat strokes and severe fluid loss.

of Segara Ayu Beach and then go back and revive your energy with breakfast at the Men Weti Chicken Rice. However, if you are up for a

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different adventure, join us in the

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FOTOFOLIO

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THE JEWELS OF THE ISLAND Balinese photographer Dewandra Djelantik has been in love with photography since he was a child, but he never planned let alone dreamt of being a professional. But ever since he started his career as a photographer in 2004, everything has just flowed. Now Dewandra is an A-list photographer on the island with clients ranging from top local fashion brands to five-star hotels, restaurants, and more. Photography may have changed his world, but it doesn’t mean he’s forgotten about the beauty of his roots. For him, the gem of Bali is actually its beautiful culture, which is very much influenced by Hindu values – and that includes nature and all the people, not to mention their classy traditional clothes. Using Fuji XT 1 and other Fuji X series cameras, he has captured these precious stones of Bali that are also published in a photo book by Fujifilm titled “Indonesia X Fotografi”. www.dewandradjelantik.com

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LITTLELOVES

WONDER WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO BE A PLAY EVER DETECTIVE? TEAM UP WITH YOUR BEST BUDDIES SHERLOCK AND SOLVE A MYSTERY! door. So you think you have what

aﬁcionados, and

it takes to be a good detective?

CSI fans, it is time

Prove it!

to get up from your couch and

CATCH THE MURDERER

play a challenging real-life game!

A restaurant owner has been

Following its success in Bangkok,

poisoned to death. Local police have

London, and Jakarta, The Escape

been investigating the crime with a

Hunt Experience Bali in Kerobokan is

number of suspects on the line, but

here to test your capability of solving

the murderer still remains a mystery.

crimes – as you will be locked in a

As a professional detective, it is your

room and only have 60 minutes to

job to ﬁnd the guilty party. That is

solve the puzzle and crack the case.

pretty much ‘what has happened’

And only when the case is closed,

and what you have to do in the

will you be able to unlock the exit

Poisoning in the Restaurant, one of

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PHOTOS BY JOSEPH WANG

amers, puzzle

the game rooms at The Escape Hunt

four times for hints when we were

colleagues – it is great for a team-

Experience Bali.

stuck – and we couldn’t thank her

building agenda.

But before the fun starts, a

enough! As mentioned before, one

For a group of two the cost is US$

game-master – your personal guide

hint cost one minute, which meant

30/person, while a team of three

throughout the game – will greet

though we were done in 45 minutes,

costs US$ 28/person. A four-player

you and explain the rules in a chic

we solved our mystery in 49 minutes.

game is US$ 25/person, and for

uniform complete with a hat and a

Not too bad for a beginner, I guess?

ﬁve-players is US$ 22/person. Don’t

kilt, which you can wear for photos

The Escape Hunt Experience Bali

forget to check for promotions upon

if you solve the mystery in 60

has six rooms with three different

booking and whether they have

minutes. To solve the crime you need

themes and levels – the Poisoning

changed the games if you want to

to search the room for clues – and let

in the Restaurant being the easiest

revisit the place.

me tell you it is not an easy task as

one, while the others are Robbery

Want to make it more fun? Get

they are well hidden. And no, you

on a Beach and Kidnapping in the

six to ten people together, book two

don’t get to use a calculator when it

Nursery. Each game can be played

rooms with the same theme, and split

comes to numbers.

with up to ﬁve people – and that is

the group into two. Then race each

actually the point of the game. This

other to see which team can solve

people. When everyone was ready

game is deﬁnitely not a one-man

the mystery ﬁrst. Let the best team

our game-master led us to the room

show since the aim is to make the

win! And don’t forget that our team

where our mystery was waiting for

team become more solid. To crack

had 11 minutes left on the timer.

us to unlock. There was only one last

the code, you have to work as a

Can you beat us?

thing she mentioned before locking

team. You need to know what the

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us in. “If you need any help, you

others have found and help each

can call me for hints,” she says with

other in solving the riddles. That’s

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a mysterious smile. “But remember,

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A big timer displayed on one side of the wall was turned on just before she left the room. The countdown began… and so did the search!

IT’S A RACE! The timer on the wall showed we had 15 minutes left when we cheered, as we ﬁnally solved the case and unlocked the exit door. Our game-master has been waiting outside with a big smile on her face, congratulating us for ﬁnishing the game in less than 60 minutes! However, she did come and help us

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

CHASING WATERFALLS

WANT TO ESCAPE FROM YOUR BUSY DAILY LIFE? JOIN OUR CONTRIBUTOR PHIL GREEN AS HE EXPLORES THE HIDDEN PARADISE OF NORTH BALI.

ome of Bali’s best

mountain areas of Bedugul and

magical. Excellent accommodations

treasures are its

Kintamani. While most waterfalls can

are available in Bedugul, Singaraja,

waterfalls, often tucked

be explored on a long day trip from

and Munduk.

away in the most

Seminyak, it is more rewarding to

beautiful parts of the

stay overnight and spend a couple

in the same area in North Bali,

island. Many of them are in North

of days so you can discover them

and they take at least two days

Bali, where steep ravines head

at your leisure, and cherish the

to explore. I’ve chosen these falls

seaward from the main volcano

sights and sounds of Bali that are so

based upon their beauty, safety for

These ﬁve waterfalls are located

access, swimming and cleanliness.

NUNGNUNG FALLS, SOUTH OF BEDUGUL Location: ‘-8.331773,115.227174’ These falls are 45-meters high and most spectacular during wet season. The drive to the falls is a treasure on its own, as you will pass jungle ravines and ridge top terraced rice paddies. The locals will tell you that it takes around 45 minutes to descend to the falls proper, and over an hour to get back up – including the 400 steps. And they are right! This is a very vigorous but rewarding trek. The pathway, stairs and handrails are in good condition so it is safe, even for kids. The base of the falls is easily accessible once you’ve descended, but spots for swimming are a little NungNung Falls

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limited.

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The Colek Pamor Falls

the Bedugul Singaraja Road you’ll

any of the well-known guidebooks,

half hours to go down, explore the

Overall, allow about two and a

ﬁnd the Colek Pamor Falls, which

so are still very pristine with few

waterfall base proper, gather energy

are located just before you enter the

tourists. They are exceptional and

for the return climb, and make it

small township of Gitgit. There is a

my favorite in Bali. The trek from the

back to the carpark.

sign on the left with a Frangipani

carpark to the falls takes around 35

ﬂower emblem directing you to the

minutes along a well-maintained and

COLEK PAMOR FALLS, GITGIT, BEDUGULSINGARAJA ROAD

carpark, around 100 meters from

signposted path.

best to use the GPS coordinates and

meters high and ‘guarded’ by a

Location: ‘-8.191950,115.138030’

Google Maps to ﬁnd it.

local Balinese family who run the

Continuing north and going down

the main road. However, it is still

These falls are not included in

The Colek Pamor Falls are 35-

carpark. They are very hospitable (ask for Made) and sell coffee from

Twin Falls, Gitgit, Bedugul-Singaraja Road

their plantation, which surrounds the falls. There are numerous spots for swimming but the best is the pool directly below the falls. Spare around two and a half hours for the round trip from the carpark including time for a good swim. A wetsuit may be desirable since the water is ‘cold’ by Balinese standards.

TWIN FALLS, GITGIT, BEDUGUL-SINGARAJA ROAD Location: ‘-8.202161,115.140516 ‘ The Twin Falls at Gitgit are easily found by seeing the large clear signpost and carpark as you head down the steeply winding route from Bedugul to Singaraja. The falls are about 18-meters high and nestled within a rock cavern, making it quite a unique sight. Access from the carpark requires a 20-minute walk along a wellconstructed walkway. There are a number of small warungs along the way for snacks and other interesting stuff, such as locally grown herbs and spices of all varieties.

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A swimming pond is just downstream from the falls, suitable for children too. If you continue walking pass the Twin Falls you will ﬁnd some other falls as well, all part of the same Gitgit Gorge heading north. It takes around an hour and a half to do the round trip from the carpark. These falls are quite popular, so try to get there early in the morning and relish the paradise all to yourself.

ALINGALING FALLS, SINGARAJA Location: ‘-8.175569,115.104566’ It takes less than 20 minutes from central Singaraja to get to AlingAling Falls. From the carpark it takes around 30 minutes – the last part being a steep 150 stairs down to the river gorge and to the waterfall proper. Children will require some help. These falls are 50 meter high and are in a spectacular gorge setting. The jungle and rice ﬁelds around are wowing, and there’s a trek further down along the gorge to more falls and swimming spots – do ask for a guide to take you there. The area is kept quite clean from rubbish, which is a credit to the staff who run the carpark and act as guides should you need assistance.

SEKUMPUL FALLS, SINGARAJA Location: ‘-8.172090,115.183142’

AlingAling Falls, Singaraja

These falls are often cited as the

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prepared to get a little wet. The walk from the carpark to the breath-taking view of the falls takes approximately 30 minutes, and another 30 to 40 minutes to get to the gorge below. So for a full-round trip including exploring the gorge below, allow around three and a half hours. On a ﬁnal note, please take care when visiting these falls particularly with young children. A wetsuit is desirable for swimming and protection from the rocks. Take your time and enjoy, and don’t litter these superb natural resources of Bali!

Sekumpul Falls, Singaraja

most beautiful in Bali and are a

There are seven waterfalls in

spectacular 80 meters in height.

this gorge – the lower sections

They are located around 30 minutes

are accessible via a series of

from Singaraja, and quite difﬁcult to

steep stairs, all in good condition.

ﬁnd. So it’s best to use Google Maps

However, you will need to cross

and the coordinate system and you

a creek at the bottom to get to

will have no problems.

the main falls splash pool, so be

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One of the main challenges of chasing waterfalls in Bali is actually finding them! Nearly all guidebooks and online advice refer to villages and turnoffs that can be confusing and time-consuming. That’s why I’ve included the GPS coordinates to help you. All you have to do is enter these two numbers into the ‘Search’ box of Google Maps – including the minus sign before the first number – on your mobile. A ‘Location Pin’ will drop on the carpark adjacent to the falls, and ‘Find Route’ will help you with a detailed route from your present location to the carpark. It works beautifully!

PHOTOS BY PHIL GREEN (BALIPHOTOBLOG.SMUGMUG.COM)

By Phil Green

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THE DREAMY HIGHLAND NESTLED IN THE BARISAN HILLS OF WEST SUMATRA, BUKITTINGGI BOASTS A UNIQUE MODERN LIFE THAT IS STILL TRUE TO ITS ROOTS AND HOLDS A CANDLE FOR A BETTER FUTURE 64

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ukittinggi, the icon of the Minangkabau plateau of West Sumatra, has transformed itself into a city that strives to ďŹ nd

the perfect balance between history, culture and modernity. Dreams of a better future are the foundation of the new city concept, born from those who share the most profound love of their birthplace. One of them is Elvira, a native of Bukittinggi that I met in Padang, the capital city of West Sumatra. She is one of the few people who believe that development in Bukittinggi will help improve the sustainability of its people, nature and culture. However, development here is considered a lot of work, although Bukittinggi played an important role in the history of Indonesia when it was once appointed as the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capital city shortly after the Dutch had taken over Yogyakarta.

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THE STARS OF THE HILLS

as they rode their bikes, and see

and hawkers took shortcuts to Pasar

It was still dusk when I sipped a

long-tailed monkeys playing with

Atas, a traditional market called

cup of Solok black coffee at Rimbun

bamboo clumps in the yard of a

Loods. Built by the Dutch in the

Coffee on Jalan Ahmad Yani in

rumah gadang – a traditional house

1890’s, Loods was the place where

Kampung Cino while gazing up at

in West Sumatra. I immediately

Chinese and Indian merchants sold

the pigeons and swifts ﬂying about,

recalled the paintings of Moi Indie

looking for places to build their nests

and their colorful representation of a

under the Limpapeh Bridge – where

beautiful hometown.

the city life of Bukittinggi revolves.

The morning air was ﬁlled with

From a zoo to a traditional market,

the sound of horses whinnying

from ofﬁces to hotels, all are lined up

while the others were running

here, including the famous landmark

around the track with a rider on

Jam Gadang (the Gadang Clock).

their backs. Horses are important

Stars began to twinkle when a

for transportation and entertainment

cold breeze started to swirl around

here – that’s why horse tournaments

me – it was as expected considering

are fully supported by the local

the location of the city. With Mount

government. Even on a national

Merapi on one side and Mount

scale, horses from West Sumatra

Singgalang on the other side,

keep on winning a lot of awards.

Bukittinggi stands on the Barisan Hills that lie along the island of

CHARMING SHOPPES

Sumatra.

I left Bukit Ambacang on a bendi – a

Morning fog was still thick

traditional carriage – and traveled

when I walked down the path

back to the busy city. Jam Gadang

to Bukit Ambacang Racetrack. I

was already packed with bendis

could hear some children cheering

parking on the curbs, while visitors

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The Gadang Clock

INDONESIA

their goods. Now, many residents of Bukittinggi are the descendants of those merchants. Indeed, the traditional market is a great representation of the city’s identity that is well worth a visit.

WEST SUMATRA

Outstanding Minangkabau embroideries were on display while souvenirs were lined up on the pavement under blue and orange sheets. This market is

nasi kapau, although the price may

selﬁes they had taken at the Great

most recommended for those who

have been a little bit unreasonable –

Wall. I was still minding my own

are looking for a socio-cultural

but I didn’t mind.

business until ﬁnally curiosity got the best of me, so I started to question

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experience in Bukittinggi.

THE GREAT WALL

them about the destination they were

Atas are also tempting. Grilled

The sun was getting higher so I

chatting about. I was lost for words

bananas, dried food for takeout,

went back to Rimbun Coffee. I was

when they showed me their pictures

and even the well-known nasi kapau

enjoying an ice cappuccino as a

of the Great Wall at Sianok

are available. It would have been

group of high school students nearby

Canyon.

such a shame not to take a bite of

couldn’t stop talking about the

The culinary selections at Pasar

The Great Wall, a new tourist destination that was inaugurated in 2013, has some pros and cons but it does not change Bukittinggi as a great destination. On the edge of Sianok Canyon, for instance, I found monkeys were running along the iron railings where colorful paintings were on display. For me, they are the natural brush that paints the earth alive. The day was fading when I got back to Rimbun Coffee Shop to end the day. I sat on the balcony in the company of a black Solok and a notebook, writing down notes about all the places I had visited and conversations I had had that day, recording the hopes of Bukittinggi that, hopefully, will never be drowned by its own dreams. By Yoppy Pieter

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OUR CONTRIBUTOR TAUFAN WIJAYA VISITS A FRIENDLY CHINESE COMMUNITY IN THE CAPITAL TO TAKE A BREAK FROM THE BUSY CITY LIFE

henever

To get to Glodok I take the TransJakarta

I need to

bus from Jalan Sudirman, as it’s a fairly

release my

reliable form of public transportation during

stress from

the daytime. Using public transportation is

the heavy

my favorite because it allows me to observe

trafﬁc in Jakarta, I go to a place that

people and often this becomes a source

offers a change of vibe. And that

of inspiration. And using a TransJakarta

place is Glodok, a business district

bus is a plus because unlike other public

in West Jakarta run by the Chinese

transportation in Jakarta, it’s not a big

where many people come to buy all

hassle to get on the bus.

kinds of equipment and electronics,

Once I’ve arrived in Glodok, it takes

as it is a destination with a different

less than 10 minutes to walk from the

atmosphere. One of the best corners

TransJakarta shelter to Petak Sembilan. A

in Glodok to explore is Petak

walk to Petak Sembilan is enchanting on

their daily lives. And just before entering

Sembilan, an area with a distinctive

its own, with stores lining up on the side of

Petak Sembilan, numbers of talented

rhythm due to its old-world charm and

the streets where we you can see how the

street painters can be found busily

authenticity.

local people seal a business deal or run

ﬁnishing their sketches. The river cutting through the area is believed to be a business channel that once connected Glodok to Sunda Kelapa in the old days – when the colony was ruled from Kota Tua and Glodok played an important role in the economy. While strolling around, I couldn’t help but imagine how this area must have looked centuries ago.

OLD AND NEW TEMPLE Located at the back of Jalan Gajah Mada, Petak Sembilan is home to the oldest temple in Jakarta, Kim Tek Le, which is now better known as Vihara

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PHOTOS BY TAUFAN WIJAYA

CAPITALCORNER

A WALK TO REMEMBER

The Chinese believe that lanterns can lead them to a prosperous life

Dharma Bhakti. Completed in 1650, the

with all the lanterns and spiral incense

Shoi) are just a few of the dishes you

temple went through a full restoration in

sticks hanging from the ceiling. And

should try while you are in the area.

1755 after it was destroyed during the

just like other temples, both temples

Tak Kie iced coffee at Gang Gloria and

massacre of the Chinese by the Dutch.

are dominated by the color red and

gado-gado Direksi should also be on

Vihara Dharma Bhakti was built as a

decorated with engravings and

your list.

dedication to the Goddess Kwan Im,

calligraphy on the walls.

which explains why many pilgrims visit the temple to honor and pray to her.

Most travelers I met and spoke to were either interested in tracing the

Every year there are eight celebrations, including Cap Go Meh and

Chinese heritage or making the trip

Next to Vihara Dharma Bhakti is

Chinese New Year, that have people

to reminisce and reconnect with their

Vihara Dharma Sakti, a newer temple

ﬂocking to these temples to pray and

childhood. Some people may prefer

that is also known as Kelenteng Petak

give offerings. During regular days there

to go to a shopping mall rather than

Sembilan (Petak Sembilan Temple).

are less visitors, although smoke from

exploring Petak Sembilan, but the

Consisting of two parts, Tee Tjang

burning incense sticks still keep these

friendliness of the Chinese community in

Wang and Hian Tan Keng, Vihara

temples alive.

Petak Sembilan is what I believe is hard

Dharma Sakti houses the God of

to ﬁnd in this busy capital city – meeting

Prosperity, which encourages many

CULINARY HAVEN

face to face with local people, bumping

people to come to pray for prosperity

Petak Sembilan is also well known

elbows while walking in tight alleys,

and wealth. But Vihara Dharma Sakti

for its delicious culinary selections.

where they nod their heads and share a

is more than just a place for prayer.

Bakpao, ﬁsh porridge, Hainan chicken

friendly smile.

It is also captivating for photography,

rice, and rujak Shanghai (You Yi Yung

By Taufan Wijaya

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BEYONDUPDATES

WEEKEND GETAWAY It was a fun weekend getaway for the Ferrari Owners Club Indonesia (FOCI) of Surabaya as they toured from Surabaya to Malang. The event titled ‘Weekend Drive’ commenced at the Shangri-La Hotel Surabaya and ended at the Hotel Tugu Malang, where their peers from FOCI Malang awaited. The two communities bonded even closer as they continued their journey to Kota Batu before going back home. The tour was fully supported by Ferrari Jakarta. www.jakarta.ferraridealers.com

The Harvest, the biggest pastry shop chain in Indonesia, started a social movement titled ‘Make a Change’ in June 2014 to help less privileged children in Jakarta. For every purchase of whole Avocado Genoa, Strawberry Curd, and Sweet Violet cake, The Harvest donated Rp. 4,000 for this social program dedicated to education. ‘Make a Change’ has successfully raised more than Rp. 130,000,000, and the funds were handed over to Yayasan Pansophia Nusantara, the founder of Sekolah Cahaya Permata Indonesia, which is a school dedicated to less fortunate kids. www.harvestcakes.com

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A SWEET CHANGE

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR

THE SYNTHETIC DUO Dear art enthusiasts, this upcoming art exhibition at the Mezzanine Art Space of VIN+ Seminyak Bali is not to be missed! The exhibition titled “The Synthetic Mind” showcases a number of lavish paintings by a Balinese and an American artist, Landriati and Ronald Singer. The collaboration of the duo will take you on a journey to a deeper understanding about the world and how each thing is connected. The opening night will be on March 6 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and the exhibition will run until May 11. VIN+ Seminyak Bali Jalan Kayu Jati No. 1, Seminyak (0361) 473-2377 www.vinplus.biz

SAVING THE ORANGUTAN

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On March 6, please join with the Orang Utan Republik Foundation (OURF) in saving one of the most endangered animals on earth, the orangutan, by attending the ‘Voice of the Jungle’ charity dinner that will be held at Warehouse 82 on Jalan Mertanadi in Kerobokan. This fundraising event aims to support the OURF in protecting the orangutans in Sumatra from extinction through education and conservation programs. The dinner will start at 8 p.m. and will be attended by OURF President Dr. Gary Shapiro and a number of orangutan conservationists. Guests will also be entertained by a short movie, a silent auction, rafﬂes, and a dance show. www.orangutanrepublik.org

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January 28 was a remarkable day for the Indian community in Bali as they celebrated the Republic Day of India at the Bali International Convention Centre. Among the guests were the governor of Bali Mr. Made Mangku Pastika, the ambassador of India to Indonesia and Timor-Leste H.E. Mr. Gurjit Singh, and the world-renowned Grammy Award winning musician Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt. www.cgibali.in

WALK WITH JOHNNIE At Boshe VVIP Club on January 31, the multi-award winning Indonesian singer Agnez Mo gave an outstanding performance for the JOHNNIE WALKER® ‘KEEP WALKING’ campaign. This special night was also a kick-off to a series of parties titled ‘JOHNNIE WALKER® NIGHTS WITH AGNEZ MO’. www.conradbali.com

SCRUFF IN THE HOUSE For the third series of SUN DOWN CIRCLE, the Potato Head Beach Club proudly presented Mr. Scruff. With a melting of Jazz, Hip Hop, Funk, and other tunes, Mr. Scruff deﬁnitely rocked the intimate club space on the second ﬂoor of the club. www.ptthead.com

“THE” VOICE Jermaine Paul sang at The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali’s exclusive Appreciation Night. The winner of “The Voice” USA Season Two delivered a soulful performance for VIP guests at ZJ’s Bar & Lounge on Friday, February 6. www.themulia.com 74

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SEE&SEEN

BOLLYWOOD IN BALI

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Negara

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West Bali National Park

Pemuteran

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Gilimanuk

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Nusa Lembongan Island

Semarapura

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Jl. Dewi Sita

Jl. Andong Jl. Jero

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Jl. Kajeng

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Monkey Forest

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Jl. Nyuh bulan

PELIATAN KATIK LANTANG

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M Afchaeological Museum

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Elephant Cave

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BALI&BEYOND MARCH 2015

INFOINDEX

AIRLINES

Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: (0361) 286-408 E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz

Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310 E-mail: rtc_bali@thaimail.com

■ AIRPORT OPERATOR Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ FRANCE

■ TIMOR LESTE

■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS

Jl. Mertasari Gg. II No. 8, Sanur Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: (0361) 286-406 E-mail: consul@dps.centrin.net.id

Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092 E-mail: cgtl@dpsbali.com

■ GERMANY

■ UNITED STATES

Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: (0361) 768-369

Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Batujimbar, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826 Email: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com

Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 233-605, Fax: (0361) 222-426 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id

■ ROYAL BRUNEI

■ HUNGARY

Tel: (0361) 757-292

■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES

Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net

Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 936-8388, Fax: (0361) 936-8383

■ INDIA

■ GARUDA Jl. Jalan Sugianyar, 5 Denpasar

Jl. Raya Puputan 163, Renon - Denpasar Tel. (0361) 259-502/259-503 Fax.(0361) 259-505

Wisthi Sabha Building, 2nd Floor Ngurah Rai International Aiprort Call Centre: 0804-1-888888

■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA

Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807

■ MERPATI Jl. Gatot Subroto Tengah, 26 Denpasar Tel: (0361) 411-364 Airport Tel: (0361) 9351-011, ext. 5240/5242 Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741

■ MANDALA AIRLINES Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar, Reservation Call center 08041234567

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

HEALTH&MEDICAL

■ ITALY Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org

■ JAPAN Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066 E-mail: denpasar@dp.mofa.go.jp

■ MALAYSIA Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai Kuta Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373 E-mail: info@consulmalaysia-bali.com

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

■ QATAR AIRWAYS Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788. Departure International Terminal, 2nd ﬂ. – Room OP.II.8 East Wing Ngurah Rai International Airport Tel: (0361) 9360274; Fax : (0361) 9360275 ■ DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 75,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for International departure. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ MEXICO PT Puri Astina Putra Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 223-266, Fax: (0361) 244-568 E-mail: consulmex@astinatravel.com

Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For “Bali Belly”, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics. Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic drinks under various brand names are widely available and are known to replenish body hydration and replace ﬂuids. For discomfort, diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy foods. Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe. Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun. Use high SPF sunblock and a hat. AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world. They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.

■ NETHERLANDS

■ ROYAL DANISH Sunset Road No. 89 Ruko Sunset Indah I Kav. 3 Tel: (0361) 821-6979, Fax: (0361) 7666-38 E-mail: danishconsbali@gmail.com

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

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

■ ABIAN KAPAS Jl. Nusa Indah, East Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-176

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

■ BIMC Hospital Kuta ■ POLAND

■ BRITAIN

■ SPAIN

■ BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua

Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804 E-mail: bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id

Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Tel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296 E-mail: espana_bali@blueline.net.id

24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre, Dialysis Centre, Dental Centre. Kawasan BTDC, Blok D, Nusa Dua 80363, Tel: (0361) 3000-911, Fax: (0361) 3001-150

NEW ZEALAND Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au www.bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au

■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART

■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC

Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477 E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com

■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA,

MUSEUMS

■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN

KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com

24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre for non-invasive and invasive cosmetic and aesthetic treatments. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 761-263, Fax: (0361) 767-701

CONSULATES

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

Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C, Banjar Umasari, Kerobokan Tel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165 E-mail: consul@balipolandconsulate.com

■ SLOVAKIA

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

■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL

■ BRAZIL Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005 E–mail: brazilconsul@bali.net

■ SWEDEN & FINLAND Segara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara Ayu Tel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211 E-mail: sweconsul@yahoo.com

■ CHILE Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783 E-mail: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.com

■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA Jl. Ganetri 9 D, Gatot Subroto Timur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 264-149, Fax: (0361) 243-747 E-mail: bali@honrep.ch

■ CZECH REPUBLIC Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur.

■ THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81,

■ SILOAM HOSPITALS 24-hour emergency 779-911 Jl. Sunset Road No. 818, Kuta, Badung, Bali Tel: +62-361-779-900 E-mail: info.bali@siloamhospitals.com

BALI&BEYOND MARCH 2015

AIRPORT Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta Tel: (0361) 756-175/76 ■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222-387 ■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41

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

BALI&BEYOND MARCH 2015