Bali & Beyond Magazine March 2016

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VOLUME 17 NO. 19 0
VILLAGE
LIFE
EXPERIENCE
A COMMUNITYORIENTED
RESORT
NAK
MULE
KETO
THE LEGACY
A
OF ARAK IN
KARANGASEM
TRUE TO
BALINESE
ROOTS
HONORING THE
ISLANDS TRADITIONS
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TEAMTALK
TRUE TO BALINESE ROOTS

Om Swastiastu...
On March 9th, the Balinese will be commemorating Nyepi, the beginning of a new Saka year
that is also known as the Day of Silence. On this day the whole island will be still and silent
no lights, no noise, no going out of the house, no vehicles on the road, and not even a single
plane will y to or out of the island from 6 a.m. that day until 6 a.m. the next morning.
Nyepi is one of the most sacred and important days for the Balinese Hindus, and to honor
this special day we are presenting you with stories that will take you back to the roots of
Bali and anything that is originally Bali in this edition. Looking to be pampered with a true
Balinese spa treatment? Flip through Invite & Indulge to discover why the Balinese massage
COVER
Photo Courtesy of Agung Parameswara
and boreh treatment at the Nusa Dua Spa is a must-try. And for culinary enthusiasts, our
Dine & Delights describes the Balinese avors at the Rasala Bistro and an elevated Balinese
Pasar Malam (Night Market), both at the Sadara Boutique Beach Resort.
A trip to Karangasem will also give you insight into local lives. Our contributor Anggara
Mahendra visited the Tri Eka Buana Village to see rst-hand the making and the struggle of
selling arak, a Balinese traditional drink, which he shares in Craft & Culture. Our team also
went to the Ban Village in Karangasem to see how a cashew processing facility improves the
lives of the villagers check out the story in Little Loves. But if you dont have much time to
experience traditional village life in Bali, dont worry. Staying at Desa Seni in Canggu will let
you experience some Balinese traditions, which Katie Truman shares in
Rest & Relaxation.
Now, before you ip through our pages, heres a little tip for you in order to fully enjoy
the Nyepi holiday in Bali: dont forget to watch the Ogoh-ogoh Parade. Held a day prior to
Nyepi, this parade aims to purify the natural environment from all negative energy. And on
Nyepi night, if the sky is clear, get ready to be amazed by the thousands of stars twinkling
high above.
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om

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BAYU RAHANATHA
AGUNG
PARAMESWARA
ANGGARA
MAHENDRA
is a Bali-based
photographer who
freelances for Getty
Images News. His work
has been published
by Reuters,The New
York Times and The
Wall Street Journal,
among others. (www.
agungparameswara.com)
is a Balinese
photographer based in
Denpasar. He is currently
working on personal
documentary projects
related to cultural, social,
and environmental issues.
is a lecturer at
Udayana University
and a Marketing
Communication
specialist. He recently
started his own business
in tourism yet still nds
time to continue his
writing hobby.
EDNA TARIGAN
KATIE TRUMAN
FADIL AZIZ
is a Jakarta-based travel
writer. She began her
professional carrier as a
journalist, living in Bali
for a year then moving
back to Jakarta to chase
another dream.
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waved goodbye to her

native England fteen
years ago and has been
living in Southeast Asia
as a freelance writer ever
since. She contributes to
numerous international
publications on her two
big loves, Vietnam and
Indonesia.
is a travel photographer
whose main passion is
capturing the beauty of
Indonesia. Check out his
photos at
www.alcibbumphotography.com
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THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF... THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS
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THE LEGACY OF ARAK
PHOTOS & FUN FACTS
The origin, the making, and the struggle

of selling arak
Snapshots and quotes picked up

throughout January and February
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PARADISE UNVEILED
VILLAGE LIFE
Discovering ve hidden beaches

in Bali
Experience Desa Seni in Canggu
LIFESTYLE&LEISURE
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DINE&DELIGHTS
A BALINESE NIGHT
Authentic Balinese avors at

Rasala Bistro
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PROFILE&PORTRAIT
SIGHTS&SOUNDS
REST&RELAXATION
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FOTOFOLIO
THE HARMONY OF BALI

Agung Parameswara captures the
beauty of Bali
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THE SILVER LINING
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+
16 PRIMEPROMOTION
Hot deals and promotions of
the month that shouldnt be missed
Interview with Desak Nyoman Suarti
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18 NEW&NEWS
This months select news updates
from the islands tourism industry
and whats new around the island
INVITE&INDULGE
THE HERBS THAT MATTER

Balinese massage and boreh at
Nusa Dua Spa
6 2 BEYONDUPDATES
News updates from the tourism
industry and whats new beyond Bali
6 4 COMMUNITYCALENDAR
Schedules, calendar highlights and
various happenings of interest, from
art exhibitions to special events
68 SEE&SEEN
Snapshots of events and happenings
within the preceding month
70 BALIMAPS
Map of Bali showing specic tourism
areas and places of interest, as
well as a distance scale between
the islands main destinations
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74 INFOINDEX
Useful directory of companies and
island-based businesses
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FIRST COLUMN PHOTO BY RISTY NURRAISA, SECOND COLUMN PHOTO BY KATIE TRUMAN,
THIRD COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF KAMANDALU UBUD
CRAFT&CULTURE
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LITTLELOVES
STORY OF A CASHEW
A trip to East Bali Cashews
factory in Karangasem
CAPITALCORNER
THE HEART OF
THE CAPITAL
Exploring Jakartas
rst circle
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ACTION&ATTRACTION
THE PRIDE OF INDONESIA
Watching the Bali Agung Show

at the Bali Theatre
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TOP AND BOTTOM LEFT PHOTOS BY EDNA TARIGAN

BOTTOM RIGHT PHOTO COURTESY OF BALI SAFARI & MARINE PARK
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PRIMEPROMOTION
YOGA GETAWAY
Kamandalu Ubud proudly presents the Ubud
Yoga Festival Package for the participants of
the Bali Spirit Festival. With a minimum stay
of three nights starting from US$ 210.74++/
night, guests can get a free shuttle to downtown
Ubud and a healthy set dinner at the Aira Caf
for two. Guests can also join free morning Yoga
sessions at Rumah Yoga and a one-hour private
session with an instructor for two persons.
Not to forget, daily breakfast for two and
complimentary Wi-Fi in all resort areas. And
those who stay at the Pool Villa and Deluxe Pool
Villa will get special discounts at the propertys
restaurants, spa, and club. This package is
available from March 28 to April 10.
Kamandalu Ubud
Jalan Andong, Banjar Nagi, Ubud
(0361) 975-825
www.kamandaluresort.com
LOVEY DOVEY
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NATURAL BEAUTY
Focusing on anti-ageing and detoxication treatments,
Vietura has successfully expanded their innovative offerings.
The latest is Ultraslim Tight, a treatment that focuses on
removing fat deposits that have been planted in your body
as cellulite. Cellulite is believed to have toxins that cause
stubborn fat to build up, and this treatment is to reduce it.
Within approximately 30 minutes you will experience a
combination of vacuum and heat, but not to worry as the
treatment is painless because Vietura has a feel well look
good philosophy as their core competency. Be ready to
feel good, inside and out.
Vietura, Artisan of Anti-Ageing
Sotel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
BTDC Lot N5, Nusa Dua
(0361) 849-2988, www.vieturabali.com
ALL COURTESY PHOTOS
Valentines Day is over but love is still in the air, so check

out the honeymoon package at The Atanaya Hotel. For
only Rp. 1.750.000 net, a couple can stay in the Executive
Club Room with a romantic set up for two nights. Upon
arrival, guests will be welcomed with a dragon fruit drink
and will get 15 percent off on all food and non-alcoholic
drinks throughout their stay. This package also includes daily
breakfast plus a romantic set menu dinner at the Atanaya
Roof Top restaurant and a 60-minute Aromatherapy Massage.
The hotel also offers free shuttle service to Legian and return
airport transfers. This honeymoon package at The Atanaya
Hotel is available until the end of 2016.
The Atanaya Hotel
Jalan Sunset Road 88A, Kuta, (0361) 846-8600
www.atanaya.com
HAPPY TUMMY
Komaneka at Bisma, one of the most picturesque resorts in Ubud,
proudly announces the new name of its restaurant, Seneng Kitchen.
The dining venue formerly known as The Restaurant is now named
after Pan Seneng and Mak Seneng, the two farmers who have
taken care of the rice elds of Komaneka at Bisma from zero to
harvest. The rice elds are part of the scenery that is enjoyed from
the restaurant while guests are relishing its signature Indonesian
dishes such as Mahi-Mahi Sambal Sumatra, Rujak Tamarind, and
Sate Snapper ala Mek Seneng. Designed with ne-dining style,
Seneng Kitchen is now ready to serve guests from breakfast until
late dinner.
Seneng Kitchen
Komaneka at Bisma
Jalan Bisma, Ubud
(0361) 971-933
www.komaneka.com
MEDITATION DAY
To honor the Balinese Day of Silence, the Mulia
Bali encourages their guests to join the Kapha
Yoga Meditation in the propertys outdoor area.
This Kapha Yoga session will have the guests
enjoy a full Silent Day experience, the time to
clear the mind, body, and soul to start afresh.
The Mulia Bali has also prepared a Full-Day
or Half-Day Spa Experience at the Mulia Spa,
complete with nutritious dishes and training to
restore well-being.
The Mulia, Mulia Resort and Villas
Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan,
Kawasan Sawangan, Nusa Dua
(0361) 302-7777
www.themulia.com
SILENT ESCAPE
The Serene Nyepi Escape package at The Laguna Bali will ensure that
you will have the perfect getaway during the Silent Day. Starting from US$
225++/night for guests who stay at the Deluxe Garden View, checking in
on March 8 and out on March 10. This package comes with daily breakfast
and buffet dinner on the Day of Silence at the Banyubiru restaurant and a
60-minute massage, all are for two persons. Dont forget to take a dip in the
resorts 5,000 square meter lagoon pool to fully enjoy your stay. One day
prior to Nyepi Day, dont miss the Ogoh-ogoh parade that will be held from
3 to 7 p.m., a Balinese tradition to cast out evil energy. And on the night of
the Day of Silence, look up to the night sky and stargaze.
The Laguna Bali, BTDC Lot N2, Nusa Dua, (0361) 771-327
www.thelagunabali.com
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Having showcased his creations at Padma Hotels and Canggus Madhu,

Federico Giolis collections are now standing tall in his own Seminyak
boutique. In this brand-new shop, the versatile collections that are made
with unique cuts using eco-friendly bamboo and other ne fabrics are
beautifully arranged on the racks and are not only available for direct
purchase but also custom made to t. Guests are welcome to try each of
them and bring their preferred choices to the staff and request to make them
t to their own size. The Italian designer has also launched his new website
to spoil his loyal customers with his Spring/Summer 2016 collection.
Federico Gioli
Jalan Camplung Tanduk, Gang Cempaka 200x No. 10, Seminyak
(0361) 731-327
www.federicogioli.com
THE ISLANDS GEMS

Harold Alexander, a jewelry brand that was rst
founded in Bangkok, has proudly introduced their
latest jewelry creations, one of them being the Pearl
of the East Cufinks that are made of shimmering
South Sea and Tahitian natural pearls, sitting on 18k
yellow gold to represent the wisdom and power of
the wearer. Not only that, Harold Alexander has also
launched Orchestra Rings as their new baby in the
ring collection. Made of 18k gold, the Orchestra Rings
are composed of two bands and designed a with
modern yet timeless style.
Harold Alexander Showroom
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali, Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan
Lot III, Sawangan, Nusa Dua, (0361) 8498-988
www.haroldalexandergems.com
BRIGHTER SKIN
The Mandara Spa at Grand Nikko Bali has proudly launched their newest
treatment, the ELEMIS White Brightening Facial. This facial treatment offers a
one-hour facial that focuses on reducing age spots, dullness, and discoloration
to make your skin brighter using ELEMIS signature products where
you will be treated with their Tone Cleanser, Tri-Enzyme Resurfacing Gel
Mask, White Brightening Even Tone Peel-Off Mask, and Brightening
Even Tone Serum. This treatment is also combined with a
scalp massage that mixes Balinese, Indian, and Thai
techniques to rebalance your mind and body. Get
ready to say goodbye to dark spots on your face!
Mandara Spa
Grand Nikko Bali
Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua
(0361) 773-377
www.grandnikkobali.com
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NEW&NEWS
SEMINYAKS NEW STYLE
NEW BEGINNING
New Year, new beginning. Thats what the Raddison believes as they have
just rebranded two of their properties: The Radisson Bali Legian Camakila
and the Radisson Bali Tanjung Benoa. Previously known as the Ramada
Resort Camakila, the rst one located on Jalan Padma Utara in Legian
provides 116 rooms and is complete with its Salila Spa. It also offers an
outdoor pool, direct access to Legian Beach, and has several dining places
that include the Azaa Restaurant, Lagoon Pool Bar, Tao Beach House and
Tao Rooftop Bar. Meanwhile the Radisson Bali Tanjung Benoa, previously
known as the Ramada Resort Benoa Bali, has 181 rooms including one
and two-bedroom villas. This hotel is located on Jalan Pratama No. 97A at
the tip of the Tanjung Benoa peninsula, where guests can nd water sports
galore. After a day at the beach, the hotels Tanjung Terrace is the perfect
place to unwind with their international dishes. Outdoor Jacuzzi, a childrens
playground and the Amadapa Spa are also available at the hotel.
www.radisson.com
FINE WINE
Known as one of the hippest spots in the gastronomy
scene, Ubud now welcomes Divine, a wine bar
located right below the notable Bridges restaurant.
Sitting next to the Tjampuhan Bridge, guests will
enjoy sipping a glass (or more) of wine while
embracing the sights and sounds of the river that
beautifully rhymes with the well-selected tunes at
Divine. The wine collection is extensive they have
up to 330 labels, making Divine one of the most
complete wine bars in Bali. Also, dont forget to try
one or two of their groovy cocktails and enjoy the
food created by Executive Chef Miles Beleld, who
has worked in many remarkable award-winning
restaurants in Bali and London.
Divine Wine Bar
Bridges Bali Restaurant, Jalan Raya Campuhan,
Ubud, (0361) 970-095
www.bridgesbali.com/wine
THE FOOD GURU

With his catchphrase of mak nyus
labeled on every food he nds
delightful, Bondan Winarno, an
Indonesian culinary expert, shares
Balis culinary heritage in a book titled 100 Mak Nyus Bali. The book is
his latest collaboration with Harry Nazarudin and Lidia Tanod, following
their successful teamwork in establishing a food community called
Jalansutra and making the 100 Mak Nyus Jakarta book. For the 100
Mak Nyus Bali, the trio went through all parts of the island to compile
the 50 best Balinese restaurants and the 50 best international restaurants.
Flipping through these books, readers will nd all descriptions complete
with photos, recipes, locations, and GPS coordinates.
www.multibintang.co.id
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CRAFT&CULTURE
sprinkled on the owers used for

offerings to appease the evil spirits
residing in the human habitats.
Meanwhile, the rst quality arak
that contains 40 to 50 percent alcohol
is usually used for traditional healing
of rheumatism. A quarter glass of
arak before work is believed to boost
ones mood for the whole day. And
for the young and old alike, arak is
the icebreaker for any conversation.
THE LEGACY
OF ARAK
MAKING ARAK
It takes approximately 10 hours
to boil and distill the high quality
arak. First, nira is collected in a
DISCOVER THE ORIGINS

ORIGINS, THE MAKING
MAKING, AND THE
STRUGGLE OF SELLING ARAK, ONE OF THE UNIQUE
TRADITIONAL DRINKS IN BALI
the fermentation. It is then left for a

day or two before the distillation
process starts.
Arak producers use a wide
o one knows
trees. More than 90 percent of the
range of traditional and modern
exactly when
600 families living there are farmers
equipment, such as coconut trunks,
the village of Tri
and arak producers who learned
steel drums, bamboo and stainless
Eka Buana rst
their skills directly from their senior
steel pipes to extract fresh arak
became an arak
family members at a very young
from the boiling palm wine. The
producer. Nestled deep in East Bali,
age. Climbing the 20-meter high
rst container made of a coconut
this village has been making the
coconut tree to extract the liquid
trunk is lled with fermented palm
traditional Balinese liquor arak for
from its owers (also called nira
wine and boiled above a wooden
generations, a process the villagers
- the sweet palm wine that is the
re to maintain the heat and steam
call nak mule keto - a Balinese
main ingredient of arak) is one
it is connected to the second
term that actually means, its been
of them.
drum through a bamboo tube or a
like this for ages. Weve been
However, arak is not just a
stainless steel pipe. This second drum
living as arak producers since we
drink for the villagers. In fact, it has
contains water to cool down the arak
were children. Our parents and
become more than just a cultural
to avoid having a scorched taste
grandparents also made arak, said
legacy, as the villagers believe that
from the heat. Finally, the arak will
I Wayan Darmanta, one of the many
arak plays an important role in their
be distilled in a 30 to 45 liter plastic
arak producers in the village.
traditions. In religious ceremonies,
container.
This village is located in Sidemen,
the arak of a lower quality that
The alcohol levels will vary,
a sub district of Karangasem that
contains from one to ve percent
depending on how much processed
covers 336.5 hectares, and is
of alcohol is mixed with water and
palm wine is used and how long
surrounded by hills and coconut
used for tetabuhan. Arak is also
the distillation goes. An Alcometer,
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PHOTOS BY ANGGARA MAHENDRA
drum lled with husks to facilitate
a numbered stick-shaped tool is

used to check the alcohol level an
arak producer just needs to put the
alcometer on the surface of the arak
and it will oat to show the alcohol
level. The rst quality is 50 percent,
but they mostly produce it at 20
percent for daily use. It takes three to
four days to make 30 to 45 liters of
arak, which is valued at between Rp.
150,000 to Rp. 400,000.
In 2009, 25 tourists died after
the cause of this entire misfortune.
drinking arak Bali that contained
Weve been living our lives as
THE STRUGGLE
those poisons. Of course this news
arak producers since our great
Unfortunately, in the past few years
was spread widely and negatively,
grandparents era, since hundreds
there have been some concerns
so the police made strict regulations
or maybe thousands of years, we
about arak being produced by
for arak producers to ensure that
cant even tell how long. Never have
irresponsible people who mix this
the arak they produced was not
we ever heard a single person died
traditional drink with contaminants
contaminated with other substances
because of the traditional arak that
such as rubbing alcohol, methanol,
and that they needed to limit their
we made, Indrawan adds.
energy drinks, beer and even
distribution as well. The police
liquid mosquito repellent to become
said we can only sell arak around
the sales of traditional arak. The
inebriated more quickly, but it is
this village and in the Sidemen
villagers now also raise cattle and
deadly. Methanol for instance, looks
district, but our market is actually
work in construction for additional
like water. It is colorless but volatile
outside of these villages. We were
income. But their struggle doesnt stop
and easily burnt, and is commonly
often treated like criminals when
there, as local regulations currently
used for industrial products such as
we delivered traditional arak to the
restrict alcohol sales by deciding that
glue, cushion foam, synthetic textiles
outside areas, said I Wayan Lemes
alcohol should only be available at
and fuel. The price is cheap but it
Indrawan, the Head of Telun Wayah
mini markets and small shops. But
results in blindness and death when
Duuran in the Tri Eka Buana Village.
Indonesias House of Representatives
consumed.
Those irresponsible people are
This incident dramatically reduced
attempted to make a new rule to

ban all kinds of alcohol and that
includes the production, circulation
and consumption in order to protect
Indonesian people from the negative
behavior caused by alcohol.
But apart from those
contradictions, preserving the
centuries-old tradition of arak making
in Tri Eka Buana Village is still
important in order to pay respect to
their ancestors.
By Anggara Mahendra
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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE
PARADISE
UNVEILED
OUR CONTRIBUTOR
FADIL AZIZ GOES
ON THE HUNT TO
DISCOVER FIVE HIDDEN
BEACHES IN BALI
ali is often referred to
now thirty to forty years later, and
Wangi, a beautiful white-reddish
as a living postcard
not much has changed, although
sandy beach with turquoise waters,
if you look into the
travelers are still in search of a new
a lovely view for those who are
past, you can see
paradise exotic beaches with white
looking for heaven on earth.
that Balis culture
sand, crystal clear water, and a
Bordered by a 10-meter cliff and
and beaches are the rst thing
sense of privacy, if not tranquility,
also by a recently built wall, it is
that attracted visitors to this exotic
are always in demand. And it is
pretty well hidden.
island. For instance, a picture of
even better if it is relatively new or
I would personally recommend
a long white sandy beach and
has just been discovered that is
that you hurry here before the beach
a shermans colorful outrigger
why it is called hidden.
becomes more popular. To get
gliding on crystal clear water
there all you need is to follow the
in Sanur was a popular picture
TEGAL WANGI
directions to the Ayana Resort and
representing Bali in the 70s. And
Lets go to our rst beach! Luckily
Spa Bali until you nd Pura Segara
it is no secret that Kuta Beach has
it is only 15 kilometers from the
at the end of the road. Park your
been the heart of Balis tourism for
Kuta area this is the best part
vehicle there and follow the recently-
decades, making the beach one of
about Bali; you dont need to travel
built wall on the left until you arrive
the oldest destinations that enticed
hundreds of kilometers to discover
at the cliff, then turn left and you
foreigners.
a secret beach. Tucked away in
will be standing directly in front of
the Jimbaran area is Pantai Tegal
the beach.
Fast forward to recent years,
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NUNGGALAN
Nunggalan Beach is tricky

to nd but the journey
is well worth it.
The next spot is even more

inconspicuous and a bit tricky to nd,
but trust me the journey is well worth
it. To get there you need to head to
Uluwatu Temple and look for the Villa
Plenilunio sign on the left, about 3.5
kilometers before the temple. Then
follow the small asphalt road until you
nd a villa at the end of the road,
perched high on the cliff. There is
a small path on the right you just
follow the trail to the cliffs ridge.
About 100 meters below the ridge
you will nd a deserted and unspoiled
stretch of white sandy beach,
probably 200 meters long or more.
There is also a good chance that you
will nd no one but yourself there,
although there are more visitors on
the weekend, but only a handful. The
beach is called Pantai Nunggalan, but
the name is actually not that important
as only a few people know it.
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Bias Tugel Beach, a hidden gem just

next to Padang Bai.
Surrounded by two small

outcroppings of rocks on two sides
from which it derives its name Bias
Tugel actually means truncated
sand this beach is so hidden from
the port and the road that once you
set your foot on the beach, it would
be hard for you to believe that you
are still in Bali. It is far away from
the commotion, although a few
small food joints or warungs are
open to serve drinks and basic food
especially on the weekend. There is
BIAS TUGEL
actually a ferry port that connects
also a small pond near the outcrop
Now lets go further from the
Bali to the eastern islands called
where you can plunge in. If youre
crowds in the direction of Padang
Nusa Tenggara. But it is the beach
planning on staying overnight,
Bai. Nestled in East Bali about 55
next to Padang Bai that we are
accommodations are available in
kilometers from the Ngurah Rai
heading to, a small patch of heaven
Padang Bai Beach on the other side
International Airport, Padang Bai is
on earth called Bias Tugel.
of the ferry port.
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GREEN BOWL
Back to the Bukit Peninsula in the
south, Green Bowl is our next jewel
to treasure although it is not actually
a new comer. A hotel was built there
a decade ago but now it is empty,
and ever since then the beach has
not really become the talk of the
island except among surfers. Green
Bowl is hidden about 100 meters
below the cliff and has powdery
sands, fringed by reef that appears
only at low tide, forming the socalled green bowl a cave that
serves as a shelter also makes this
beach special.
But before you reach this small
nirvana, get ready to descend
countless stairs, which is quite a
challenge. And maybe it is the stairs
that are the reason why not so many
visitors go to this beach, leaving it
empty most of the time. But if you
do go there, please be careful with
the monkeys, especially if you bring
snacks. You surely dont want to lose
your food to the monkeys as there
are no warungs or food joints down
at the beach.
Green Bowl, Bukit

Peninsulas
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MARCH
2016
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very own nirvana.
BLUE POINT
After visiting Green Bowl, I would
recommend you to continue to Blue
Point near Labuan Sait on the other
side of Bukit Peninsula, just half
an hours drive. Blue Point offers a
different atmosphere with warungs
and cafs perched on the cliff, such
a perfect place to chill out. Although
Blue Point is getting more popular in
recent years and has become one of
the most popular places on the island
for surfers surfers discovered most
of the beaches in the Bukit area by
the way the beach is still quite a
new discovery for many people. Blue
Point is unique as it has a hidden
beach down below where you can
unwind during low tide and a number
of lively restaurants up on the cliff.
Of course, there are still many
other secret beaches in Bali to nd
new discoveries are made on this
island every year, and that includes
new beaches. And these secrets in
so fascinating to visit over and over
again.
By Fadil Aziz
(021) 844-5940
www.alcibbumphotography.com
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PHOTOS BY FADIL AZIZ
paradise are the reason why Bali is
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DINE&DELIGHTS
A BALINESE NIGHT
INDULGE IN TRADITIONAL BALINESE FLAVORS WHILE ENJOYING THE VIEW
OF A WHITE SANDY BEACH AND WATCHING AN OLD BALI MOVIE
ucked away on a
Sadara Boutique Beach Resort has
of the beach, Rasala Bistro is really
beachfront in Nusa Dua,
three restaurants: Wave Beach Club,
private as it only accommodates
the Sadara Boutique
Rasala Kitchen and Rasala Bistro.
up to 20 people and thats why
Beach Resort is truly a
The latter, Rasala Bistro, is a petite
booking in advance is advisable.
hidden gem. The resort
ne dining place that pays tribute
This restaurant embraces the avors
is designed with a Balinese style
to Balis culinary heritage, and is
of the islands nine regencies
that will remind the guests of old
the place to go for anyone who is
Badung, Bangli, Buleleng,
Bali, which is quite rare to nd these
craving real Balinese cuisine.
Gianyar, Jembrana, Karangasem,
days. What makes it even more
Klungkung, Tabanan and Denpasar
unique is that Balinese tradition is
NINE REGENCIES
by serving local dishes using fresh
not just applied in the architecture
With the view of the resorts
produce sourced from all corners of
but also in the food they serve. The
swimming pool and a partial view
this island. Each is also presented
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with a modern twist.
perfect for a starter. Among the
The restaurant has two specials
other options are Bebek Renyah (a
for the main course; Megibung (Rp.
crispy duck served with rice and
211,000 net) and Nasi Tjampur (Rp.
vegetables, Rp. 135,000 net), Sate
110,000 net). During my visit to the
Lilit Be Pasih (minced sh skewers,
restaurant I ordered the Megibung, a
Rp. 110,000 net) and Ulam Segara
Balinese rijsttafel served on bamboo
Mepanggang (assorted grilled
plates for two persons, perfect as I
seafood, Rp. 175,000 net). But of
shared my lunch with a good friend
course, dont forget to save some
of mine that day. The Megibung
room for dessert I really loved their
consists of ayam betutu, sate lilit,
Dadar Gulung (Rp. 40,000 net) as a
steamed sh cake, jukut uraban,
sweet nish to my meal.
perkedel jagung, curried egg,
Rasala Bistro also stores local
shrimp crackers and sambal all of
wine in one of its corners. The
the elements are made with avors
selection of wines (starting from Rp.
that go back to the roots of Bali.
75,000 net/glass) include Hatten
Rasala Bistro serves their dishes with
Aga Red, Sababay Black Velvet,
three kinds of sambal and each one
and Plaga Chardonay, and can be
is quite spicy, but guests can always
paired perfectly with the dishes.
ask the staff to tone down the level
THE NIGHT MARKET
of the spiciness.
Aside from those specials, Rasala
Thursdays Night Market
The Sadara Boutique Beach Resort
Bistro offers a la carte menu items
is indeed a haven for foodies, as
which are just as avorsome. The
the resort also hosts a culinary event
Be Pasih Mekuah Sareng Belimbing
with different styles each night, like
Wuluh a sh soup with sour
a satay bazaar on Mondays, an
carambola and lemon basil (Rp.
Indonesian rijsttafel on Wednesdays
40,000 net) is rich with spices,
and a wine-pairing dinner on
Bebek Renyah
Dadar Gulung
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the Virgin is played on the screen. It

is about a love triangle between two
sisters and a lad, and is rich with
elements that showcase Balinese
traditions such as a cockght, a
Legong dance and Ngaben, a
Balinese cremation ceremony. And
heres a little tip; watch this silent
movie with a cup of hot Wedang
Ronde, a traditional Indonesian drink
made of ginger, lemongrass, sugar
and water, to warm up the night.
So imagine this; indulging in
some delicious Balinese dishes for
dinner in a garden with a view of
the ocean and watching an old Bali
movie for cultural entertainment. A
The beautiful presentation of

Megibung (above). Rasala dining room (right).
Fridays. However, my personal

favorite is their Thursday Pasar
Malam, available at Rp. 250,000
net/person. After having lunch at
Rasala Bistro, I had to head back to
eager to experience an elevated
Balinese street food that consists of
Thursday night couldnt be better
Every Thursday night the resorts
a rice cake and some vegetables
than this, especially for culture and
lawn, located next to the swimming
with peanut sauce, and the delish
culinary enthusiasts.
pool and overlooking the beach,
Bakmie Koh Ahong with selections of
By Risty Nurraisa
is transformed into an open-air
noodles and meatball soup.
Balinese night market.
dining place surrounded by food
But what makes the Pasar
Rasala Bistro
stalls offering selections of local
Malam is so unique is the old Bali
Sadara Boutique Beach Resort
food Balinese Nasi Tjampur Ayam
movie screenplays that entertain the
Jalan Pratama, Tanjung Benoa,
Betutu and Sate Bang Tjampang
guests. Right after a live traditional
Nusa Dua
are some of the dishes served. They
dance performance, a movie made
(0361) 772-010
also offer authentic Tipat Tjantok, a
in the 50s titled Legong: Dance of
www.sadararesortbali.com
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FOOD PHOTOS BY RISTY NURRAISA,

ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF SADARA BOUTIQUE BEACH RESORT
this resort in the afternoon as I was
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PROFILE&PORTRAIT
The
Silver
Lining
Desak Nyoman Suarti
nally New York to teach traditional

Balinese dance in remarkable
universities, including NYU. At
that time I started to combine my
passion for painting and dancing
onto stainless-based jewelry design.
At rst I only did this as a hobby,
WE TOOK A TRIP TO GIANYAR TO MEET AN

UBUD-BORN ARTIST WHO FOUND HER TAKSU IN
SILVER JEWELRY
started buying the earrings and

bracelets I made. They requested
more and suggested that I make
silver-based jewelry. I took on the
orn in the Suarti clan,
us on a tour of the Suarti Design
challenge and I didnt know what
art is in her blood. Her
Center, Desak Nyoman Suarti (DNS)
got into me, maybe it was taksu
father was a notable
tells Bali & Beyond (BB) how silver
that led me to meet a New Yorker
painter and her dancing
has settled in her soul.
shop owner not long after I created
skills came from
the jewelry. She asked if I wanted
her mother. Talking to her is like
BB: You were known as a dancer
to make a trunk show at her store.
watching an art performance she
and painter. How did you become a
Since I had nothing to lose, I said
talks, dances, and draws patterns
silver lady?
yes, and my silver-based jewelry has
with her hands at the same time.
DNS: In the early 70s I went to
become novelty pieces in Indonesia
With a true calling in art, the jewelry
Singapore to study design on a
and the USA ever since. People say
that she impulsively crafted in her
scholarship and teach Balinese
it was my original Balinese patterns
basement in New York has made
dance. After a few years, it was
that made my creations popular, as
her one of the most inuential silver
either luck or simply faith, I managed
it added a unique value to each one
jewelers in Indonesia. As she takes
to travel to Japan, Russia, and
of them.
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OPPOSITE PAGE PHOTOS BY SUHARTINA SINDUKUSUMO,

ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF SUARTI
but then people actually liked it and
BB: You mentioned taksu as part of
easy to start an art-based business.
one day in 1986 someone claimed
the process. Is that some kind of an
In the 80s there were no designers
my design. I was about to give up
inspiration?
in Bali. Everyone was either a
but I thought that I needed to learn
DNS: Taksu is something you cannot
painter or a dancer. So I thought,
about public domain. Then with help
look for. It is a Balinese aesthetic
why dont I become one of the rst
from my father-in-law who was a
concept that comes with faithful
jewelry designers? Then I made a
lawyer, I won the case.
prayer and serious intention. Before
team for a home industry. I designed
I start creating an art piece I always
a pattern and sent silver materials
BB: Whats in the future for you?
ask for blessings, and it is taksu
to local people in Bali who were
BB: There are a lot more jewelry
that comes to answer my prayer. It
willing to earn their living by making
designers now, and it is not easy
then resides in every piece I make.
jewelry items. This has been my
to compete since many of them
It is one of the reasons why each
way to support the local community
have decent quality. So instead of
of my silver pieces seems to have a
as well. As they were eager to do
competing, I thought I would share
charisma and successfully attracts
more, my team got bigger and soon
my experience. I have set up a
people from all over the world.
could make hundreds of hand-made
boutique villa named Suarti Village
With my passion for art and taksu,
pieces in a month! And they were
in Pengosekan, Ubud. It does not
I believe it is my destiny to keep on
always sold out on USAs QVC
only serve as an accommodation,
making silver jewelry to introduce
(home-shopping TV channel) in
but as a workshop as well. I have
Balinese and Indonesian art to
merely two hours. Happy days!
sold my work on QVC in the USA,
the world.
Italy and other countries, and now

BB: Whats youre biggest challenge
I will invite the people from these
BB: How did you decide to turn this
as a silver jeweler?
countries to visit the villa and stay
hobby into a business?
DYS: For me the hardest part is
there for a while to experience the
DYS: I was born into a family of
when you see your work being
making of silver jewelry. Workshops
artists. My parents were noteworthy
claimed by other people. I didnt
will be available every day and
artists in Ubud, which made it quite
really care about copyrights until
other facilities will also follow, such

as a dance lessons, yoga classes,
Balinese healing, and a visit to some
rice elds in Ubud.
I am also currently writing a book
about the history and background
of the patterns of the silver jewelry
that I have made. The aim is to put
the book in national libraries or
universities so students can read and
do in depth research before they start
making artwork. I hope it will inspire
the young generation and keep the
Balinese heritage eternal.
By Suhartina Sindukusumo
The jewelry collection

at Suartis shop in Gianyar.
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www.suarti.com
INVITE&INDULGE
THE HERBS
THAT MATTER
GET PAMPERED WITH A DEEP-ROOTED BALINESE
TREATMENT AT NUSA DUA SPA, ONE OF THE
ISLANDS SPA PIONEERS.
garden. Once youve arrived at

the spa, the receptionist will greet
you and offer you a selection of
treatments that promise to bring a
natural experience. Come in and feel
nothing but the goodness of Balinese
secret blends of nature, owers, oils,
spices, and herbs. Lay down and
enjoy
THE PRINCESS STORY

ali is indeed peppered
and Spa is an absolute heaven for
This is not a once-upon-a-time tale,
with numerous spas that
either a newbie or a regular spa-
but a story of the spas perfect mix of
offer idyllic settings and
goer. Local ingredients, experienced
ingredients sourced from the island.
tranquil vibes. But what
therapists who stick to traditional
But before the treatment begins,
is it that you are looking
healing, and tropical yet alluring
lets sip a glass of lemongrass
surroundings the spa has them all.
tea. Presented along with a
for in a spa treatment? This question

just might arise when you arrive on
Located next to the hotels gapura
frangipani ower, this welcome
the island and are in the mood for
(gate), Nusa Dua Spa is a 20-year-
drink is extremely soothing. Tuck
some pampering. But dont worry
old spa sanctuary that is complete
the frangipani behind your ear,
as I have the answer for you. Nusa
with a 25-meter lap pool, a spa
and you are ready to be one of
Dua Spa at Nusa Dua Beach Hotel
boutique, a spa caf and a lush
those Balinese women who worship
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A mix of herbs that produce

massage oils.
traditional essences.
Nusa Dua Spa has a great list
of spa treatments, but if you are
not sure which one to choose, I
would personally recommend the
Balinese Massage, the treatment that
I opted for during my visit after the
receptionist told me that this ritual
would smoothen my blood ow.
Once I made my decision, a spa
therapist came to escort me to a
treatment room, a bright room for two
that was complete with a bathtub, a
shower, and a changing room.
The treatment began with a
footbath. And as the therapist
scrubbed and massaged my feet
with apple-fermented soap and
sea salt, she casually told me that
shes been working at the spa for
20 years and still going strong.
With that information in my head, I
couldnt wait to be carried away by
her gentle massage supplemented by
traditions, this 50-minute massage
describe my post-treatment glow.
the spas highly concentrated plant
also uses the efeurage massage
But the treatment tale is still to be
oils such as ylang-ylang, tangerine,
technique and thumb pressure in
continued
jasmine, and lavender.
the tense spots. Revitalized and
As a tribute to Balis ancient
THATS A WRAP
renewed are the right words to
My spa journey continued with a

special treatment that has been
attracting tourists from across the
globe since the Nusa Dua Spa
opened its doors for the rst time
in 1996. Boreh is an assortment of
Balinese herbs mashed and mixed
in one container. Mind you, to make
this mix is far from simple. Ni Ketut
Danti, the hotels Assistant Spa
Sales Manager, told me that it takes
passionate hands to handpick the
herbs and spices and an accurate
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around my body. I could feel a

warm sensation as the fragrant
spices opened up my pores and
helped ease my stiff muscles. Within
approximately 40 minutes, the
boreh wrap had softened my skin
and increased my blood circulation.
Near to the end of the treatment, the
paste was cracking on my skin and
my spa therapist began to unwrap
my body. I could easily head to
Nusa Dua Spa is complete

with whirlpools.
the shower room to clean myself,

but whats the use of a whirlpool
if not to make the best of a boreh
feeling to mash them into a perfect
and brown rice, the boreh has such
experience?
boreh dough.
a comforting aroma that it almost
By Suhartina Sindukusumo
I really started to believe that
made me fall asleep. But before
only the Balinese could make this
that happened, the spa therapist
Nusa Dua Spa
concoction. But before my mind
wrapped me up tight with thick
Nusa Dua Beach Hotel and Spa
wandered, my spa therapist started
plastic covered by a sleeve of fabric
Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua
to spread the boreh paste all over
and a towel.
North 4, Bali, 80363
turmeric, coriander, galangal, rice,
The boreh paste worked its magic

right after the towel was wrapped
(0361) 771-210
www.nusaduahotel.com
PHOTOS COURTESY OF NUSA DUA HOTEL AND SPA
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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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New wave, fu
funk, soul, and jazz are the rhythms he creates. And Bali surely
has all of the
them together, which has Pete Ray Biggin (PB), the UKs hottest funk
musician, wa
wanting to come back to the island again and again. Heres Bali &
Beyonds (B
(BB) little chat with him.
BB: What brought you to Bali?
PB: I had planned a holiday with my friend, but unfortunately he couldnt
make it because
b
his mother was ill. But I still wanted to go, so I decided
to go on my own. It turned out to be the right decision as I met loads
of great
great musicians.
musician I didnt plan to stay for six weeks, but some good
friendss I have made
ma in Bali were my reason to stay longer. I ended up
col
collaborating
laborating and playing music with them, and also got interviewed
by some radio stations. It was such a great time that it
ma
made me want to go back to Bali again and again.
BB: Where did you play in Bali?
PB: I did a little collaboration with Rio Sidik at Ryoshi and
Sou
Soul Brother at Laughing Buddha Bar. I also played at Deus
Ex M
Machina in Canggu and some more places.
BB: A
Any projects coming up after this current visit to Bali?
PB: I just started up a new band called PB Underground,
and it is all about collaboration with different musicians
a
an
and
nd si
singers. I want to bring them here. I found a lot of great
sin
singers
ngers here, one of them is my friend Dira Sugandi. I will ask
he
her
er and other musicians to make music together. This is such a
fan
fantastic
ntasti island, anything could happen here.
BB: Youve
You
been well-known in the UKs funk scene. What do
you think of Balis funk and jazz scene?
PB: There
T
are many great jazz bands in Bali and they are so
funkyy and energetic. Although I have not seen all of them, so
far they
th
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a wonderful. But I have been to many places here to
watc
watch bands of other genres, and in general they are all great.
BB: Has the island and its people inspired you?
PB: Yes, they have inspired me a lot. I missed three ights to
Eng
England because I have been too in love with the island. But
wh
when I am coming home from Bali, I always go straight to
the studio because my head is full of music sounds, and I am
ex
excited to produce them into good music.
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REST&RELAXATION
VILLAGE LIFE
LOCATED IN CANGGU, DESA SENI, A VILLAGE
RESORT HAS SUCCESSFULLY MAINTAINED ITS
DECADE-LONG PASSION TO PRESERVE BALINESE
AND INDONESIAN CULTURE AND TRADITIONS
IN A BLISSFUL VILLAGE SETTING
ounded by two North
boho, award-winning gem still
American visionaries, Tom
stands deantly like a cultural
differ in size, format, character
Talucci and Howard Klein,
and spiritual oasis amongst the
and history some are even as old
Desa Seni, A Village
diminishing
as 160 years but all are utterly
rice elds.
Resort, is surrounded by
Each of the 13 accommodations
charming. They were made entirely
Canggus rice elds. Rather than
HOME SWEET HOME
of teak with raised wooden oors on
being a mere hotel, this eco-
As the name suggests, Desa Seni, A
posts and modied for modern day
conscious and community-committed
Village Resort resembles an authentic
comforts expect air-conditioning,
boutique resort that opened in 2006
Balinese village, immersing guests
sensuous semi-open bathrooms
has set out to preserve and celebrate
in cultural heritage and traditions
screened by luscious foliage and
Bali and Indonesias traditional
where they and the remarkably
generously extended front porches.
cultures, offering a rst-hand
friendly and relaxed staff are all part
Dwellings range from singles-only
experience of its traditions, heritage,
of one big happy kula (community).
Village Cabins and Shared Homes
art, wellness, spirituality and more
Spaced well apart over landscaped
to wonderfully spacious two-
and a little slice of Balinese village
grounds, all of the stand-alone
bedroom Village Homes perfect for
life.
buildings including public spaces
families with lovely garden terraces.
are authentic wooden Indonesian
Oozing with ambiance, the interiors
this year and although Desa
dwellings, like Javanese Joglos and
present original antique or vintage
Seni now nds itself increasingly
Sumatran rice barns, shipped in from
furnishings and artifacts hand-picked
encroached upon by Canggus
across the archipelago and restored
from across Indonesia with many
urban development this rustic-
and refurbished on-site.
pieces imaginatively recycled or
Celebrating its 10 anniversary

th
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Tropical garden lledwith hibiscus owers.

Opposite page, clockwise from top: One of the thatched-roof accommodations;
Rustic ambience in each room; An eco-friendly pool area.
repurposed; some boast permanent
copper stamp. And every morning,
adorned with hibiscus owers
art collections and original carvings.
the delivery of a Balinese Canang
(deposited here each morning by
My home is Rumah Widja from
offering tray encourages guests to
the Hibiscus Man). I take a plunge
the Suite Village House category. It
participate in this daily Hindu ritual
in the inviting stone salt water pool,
is a traditional house from East Java,
at the porch prayer box or at Desa
shaded by coconut palms, and
named after a celebrated Balinese
Senis own temple.
over indulge at the excellent Rumah
wayang kulit master puppeteer.
Makan, an all-day dining place
Accommodating four people, the
FROM THE GARDEN
serving home-cooked and wholesome
house is complete with large living
Its tempting just to laze on the
Asian, Western and Indonesian
and relaxing areas. Furnishings
gorgeous timbered porch and
dishes, with many vegetarian and
include two 1930s Javanese
daybed, enjoying a good book
raw food options. Around 80 percent
wedding chairs on the porch, a
or the unobstructed views of the
of the produce served here originates
carved window shutter depicting
omnipresent vegetable gardens 40
from the resorts organic gardens,
rites of manhood from Nias Island
percent of the grounds are devoted
otherwise from local, sustainable
screening the open-plan toilet and
to organic farming and produce
farmers.
the back strap of a traditional
including pumpkins, cauliower, red
weaving loom doubling as the
spinach and basil, which are tended
Makan is more like a nurturing
towel rack. As elsewhere, this is all
to daily by conical-hatted gardeners.
family kitchen than a restaurant.
meticulously recorded in a guided
I do however manage to tear myself
Sitting at a communal-style table, I
inventory do a personal tour of
away.
munched on delish dishes like Sawi
your very own living museum!
Alternative chill-out spots are
Personally, I feel that the Rumah
Spring Rolls and Grilled Snapper
thatched mini-bales dotted throughout
with mango sambal, with Tom and
includes a batik sarong souvenir
the exquisite tropical gardens, full
Howards pet dogs snoozing at
gift, hand-printed with a traditional
of exotic blooms and stone deities
my feet.
Further cultural immersion
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Yoga Class is
scheduled ve times
a day; Healthy yet
yummy foods are
served.
HOLISTIC ACTIVITIES
The Merapu Svaasthya spa focuses
on traditional eastern and western
holistic and wellness treatments such
and retreats run throughout the year.
as acupuncture, aura chakra therapy

for quitting smoking and losing
a genuine community-like resort to
weight. I however, make the most
truly experience (and re-appreciate)
of Desa Senis authentic spirituality
complimentary for in-house guests
Balinese culture and daily life
by participating in the Melukat,
and open to outsiders. Classes cover
albeit in comfort; the entire village
a Balinese cleansing ceremony
a huge diversity of yoga disciplines
set-up and experience amounts
that is a strong Hindu ritual for
including hard-to-nd Kundalini
to a nurturing wellness retreat (if
self-purication to prevent havoc,
and Anusara, led by certied yoga
you cant stay, then at least pop-in
chaos and bad luck. Ofciated by
teachers from across the globe and
for their destination-worthy spa,
a Mangku (a Hindu priest) at the
yoga spectrum, all contributing
restaurant and yoga). You can
temple who is chanting blessings
a long-term commitment, passion
feel the positive energy and good
and Sanskrit mantras, holy water
and instruction for body, mind and
vibes as the resort is actually built
mixed with young coconut is poured
spirit wellness. Desa Seni is actually
on sacred, ceremoniously cleansed
over me, spring cleaning my spiritual
one of Balis premier yoga centres;
land. With healthy food, yoga,
aura and removing negativity.
The Collective is an accredited
heartfelt care and complete rest
school of yoga and their renowned
not forgetting my much-needed
Then there are daily yoga classes

at the open-air Mahadevi Studio,
transformational yoga workshops
purication I leave injected with

renewed positivity and restored
calm. The only stress I encountered
FIFTY SHADES OF GREEN
was deciding what to eat and being
Deeply committed to minimizing their carbon footprint, Desa Seni is created
dive-bombed by dragonies during
from recycled, repurposed, or sustainable locally sourced products and
my twilight swim.
is almost entirely green, sustainable and organic. Initiatives include rain
By Katie Truman
catchment, recycling and compost systems and a no-plastic policy, with

nothing served in plastic alternatives are from glass straws to rellable
Desa Seni, A Village Resort
pump dispensers. Giving back to the community efforts cover weekly
Jalan Subak Sari No. 13, Berawa
yoga and Balinese dance classes free for Canggu children. Desa Seni also
supports local orphanages with work-study apprenticeship programmes.
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Beach, Canggu,
(0361) 844-6392
www.desaseni.com
FIRST PAGE TOP AND SECOND PAGE PHOTOS BY KATIE TRUMAN,

ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF DESA SENI, A VILLAGE RESORT
Desa Seni does not only provide
and personal wellness retreats
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FOTOFOLIO
THE HARMONY
OF BALI
Beyond the chaotic trafc, land
exploitation, over population,
and other problems in this
modern era, Bali is still magical
in so many ways, and not just
spiritual-wise. The beauty of Bali
is much deeper than meets the
eye I believe it is the energy
called taksu that makes Bali
attractive to so many people.
Bali is not just about breathtaking scenery and white sandy
beaches. It is about the people
living harmoniously with a strong
belief in a life philosophy called
Tri Hita Karana, a Sanskrit
term that means three paths to
peace and prosperity. The belief
in a harmonious relationship with
God, fellow human beings, and
the environment.
As I recall, Kati Basset, a
French PhD of Ethnomusicology
and anthropologist once said,
Living happily among the
Balinese is easy, not because
they are materially well off, but
because they are spiritually rich.
It is proved in their beautiful
smiles, and thats how they stole
my heart. And in this photo
collection I am capturing what I
believe to be the harmony of the
island the peoples relationship
with God, fellow humans, and
the nature.
By Agung Parameswara
Photos by Agung Parameswara
(www.agungparameswara.
photoshelter.com;
www.agungparameswara.com)
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Rice elds in Ceking, Ubud.
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Jatiluwih, Tabanan.
Silhouette of a sherman in
Karang Beach, Sanur.
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A man is engraving lontar in

Tenganan Pengringsingan Village.
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Two little girls in Tenganan

Pengringsingan Village.
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The children of
Tenganan Pengringsingan Village.
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AS YOU MUNCH ON YOUR SNACK

OF CASHEWS, HAVE YOU EVER
WONDERED WHERE THEY CAME FROM?
OUR TEAM VISITED A COMMUNITYORIENTED CASHEW FACTORY NESTLED
AT THE FOOT OF MOUNT AGUNG IN
KARANGASEM. COME ALONG AND SEE
WHAT WE FOUND.
he Karangasem region has
prosperity through this factory. Soon
facility is truly unlike any other food
been producing cashews
East Bali Cashews (EBC) was born,
factory. This factory is surrounded
since the 80s it was
and started producing high-quality,
by lush greenery with fresh air, and
Indonesias then president
carbon-neutral and pesticide-free
the main building that houses the
Soeharto that initiated
cashews for snacks. Now nearly four
management ofce boasts a view
a cashew plantation to replace
years after it was rst established,
of Mount Agung we had a hard
oranges, the regions previous main
EBC employs more than 300 local
time believing that this was in fact a
commodity. Those cashews were
people and sells their products in
factory and not a retreat.
then exported to Vietnam and India
a number of the islands grocery
to be processed, reducing the value
stores and mini marts such as Circle
greeted by I Made Sudarma (Pak
of Balinese cashews and eventually
K, Hardys, MiniMart and Duty
Made), the Purchasing and Supplies
causing the farmers to live in poverty
Free, and even manages to export
Manager, who took us on a tour of
for years.
to several countries, including
the factory. However, that day we
Singapore and the USA.
couldnt witness the rst half of the
But everything changed when

American entrepreneur Aaron
You might wonder how cashews
As soon as we arrived we were
production process since the amount
Fishman visited Bali on a charity
could improve the lives of the
of cashews required for that week
mission back in 2012. During
villagers, so, lucky for you, our
had already hit its limit which is a
his visit he saw an opportunity to
team took a tour to EBCs factory
sign of how good the business is. But
boost the value of local cashews
in Karangasem and witnessed how
in spite of that, Pak Made still took
in Karangasem by establishing
EBC produces their products and has
us around and explained each of
Indonesias rst large-scale cashew
boosted the local economy.
the stages.
processing facility. Not only that,
The process starts by grading the
he was also determined to help the
COOKING CASHEWS
cashews based on their size using a
farmers and the villagers to gain
Nestled in Ban Village, EBCs
machine Grade A for the biggest
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FIRST PAGE PHOTO COURTESY OF EAST BALI CASHEWS,

ALL OTHERS BY RISTY NURRAISA
LITTLELOVES
STORY
OF A CASHEW
and Grade D for the smallest. The

cashews are then steamed for 15
to 25 minutes, depending on their
grade, and left to dry for at least 24
hours. The next step is to cut them in
two to take the cashews out of their
shells. Some are then left with their
skin on for EBCs Native variant,
while the others (which are prepared
The cashews, before

and after peeling.
for other avors) are put into the

oven.
Once out of the oven the cashews
are hand-peeled in a highly hygienic
LOCAL ORIENTED
Families Foundation, a non-prot
room. Then they go through a
What we love the most about
enterprise focusing on improving
machine for a thorough check to
this factory is their dedication to
the locals education as well as
make sure that the cashews are all
improving the lives of the villagers.
providing a subsidized community
peeled and clean before they are
EBCs cashews come directly from
store where EBC workers, many of
vacuum packed in and put into
the farmers in the Karangasem
whom are also housewives, go for
storage some of them are ready
region (and also from other parts of
their grocery shopping. The Cashew
to sell while some others go to
Indonesia like Flores and Sumbawa),
Families Foundation also provides an
be avored. EBC produces seven
and are processed by hand by
early learning center that serves as
different avors in total. Aside from
the female workforce around
a childrens daycare to take care of
Native, they also have Chilli Crunch,
90 percent of the workers are the
the workers little children while their
Chocolate, Garlic Pepper, Roasted,
women of Ban Village who were
parents are working in the factory.
Sea Salt and Sesame Ginger. Once
previously unemployed before EBC
This learning center is complete
they are avored, the cashews are
was established.
with open-air classes as well as a
then packed and are ready to be

distributed.
But their dedication to the local
pond and a rabbit and a dove
community doesnt stop there.
cage for children to learn and
EBC also established The Cashew
play with nature.

Now that we have witnessed the
processing of the EBC products, we
surely dont look at their cashews
the same way anymore, as in each
of the cashews lies a story of the
people in Ban Village. And as
their brand is expanding, we sure
hope that EBC will always continue
to strive for the prosperity of their
workers and the community that
surrounds them.
By Risty Nurraisa
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www.eastbalicashews.com
ACTION&ATTRACTION
THE PRIDE
OF INDONESIA
IT WAS MY FIFTH TIME WATCHING
THE BALI AGUNG SHOW, YET I WAS
STILL MIND-BLOWN. THE SHOW KEPT
MY EYES FOCUSED ON EVERY LITTLE
DETAIL AND STILL MANAGED TO CARRY
ME AWAY. THE BALI AGUNG SHOW
AT THE BALI SAFARI & MARINE PARK IS
A JOURNEY BACK TO THE REAL BALI
OF THE 12TH CENTURY. IT IS A LOCAL
FOLKLORE STORY THAT STAYS IN THE
HEART OF THE BALINESE PEOPLE.
nce upon a
daughter of one of the most notable
still childless, which had the whole
time, when rice
merchants from China, visited
village in sorrow. So the King got
elds covered
the island and met the King. Jaya
frustrated and decided to travel
Bali, there was
Pangus couldnt resist the beauty of
to seek enlightenment. One day
a king named
Kang Ching Wie and they fell in
the King got separated from his
Jaya Pangus. Under his rule the
love and got married, even though
troops and was stranded at the
island was glorious, and eventually
the Kings priest advised him not to.
foot of Mount Batur. He decided
attracted Chinese sailors and
As it turned out, the priests
to pray and meditate on the top of
merchants. One day a Chinese
advise was accurate because after
the mountain, but that plan failed
lady named Kang Ching Wie, the
years of marriage the couple was
when the Goddess of Lake Batur,

Dewi Danu approached him. Jaya
Pangus couldnt resist the charms
of this beautiful goddess and asked
Dewi Danu to become his wife. She
agreed with one condition; that one
day, their son will become the king
of Bali, replacing his father. King
Jaya Pangus agreed, so they got
married and were soon blessed with
a son.
Meanwhile in the Kings Palace,
When the Chinese merchant

arrived on the island.
after a long wait, Kang Ching Wie

decided to look for Jaya Pangus
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around Mount Batur. Once there,
and also the artistic designer of the
These rituals are one of the keys
she met a little boy who looked like
Bali Agung Show, that suggested the
to the spectacular performances of
someone that she had known for
idea of performing the legend of King
Bali Agung Shows. The cast and
years. After discovering the truth
Jaya Pangus on stage this idea was
crew believe that the spirit of Jaya
Kang Ching Wie was torn apart, and
then supported by Balinese priest Ida
Pangus, Kang Ching Wie and Dewi
she led the kingdoms troops to attack
Pedanda Made Gunung and made
Danu are always with them in every
Dewi Danu. The war of the broken
into reality in collaboration with Peter
performance.
hearts then began Kang Ching Wie
Wilson, a well-known Australian art
was almost killed, which made Jaya
director. The King Jaya Pangus story
THE SPOTLIGHT
Pangus realize that his true love was
is believed to be one of the most
The story, the theatrical performance
actually his Queen. So he stopped
sacred legends on the island, so
and the immaculately composed
Dewi Danu from killing Kang Ching
even before the production began in
choreography are the highlights of
Wie and asked for her mercy.
2010, the cast and crew went to the
the show that makes the Bali Agung
Balingkang Temple to pray and ask
Show a must-see performance. It
for a blessing.
took the crew which also consists
It was like a lightning shock for

Dewi Danu to realize that the father
of her child was still in love with
At that time, the spirit of the King,
of young creative talents as well
the Queen. She never knew that
Kang Ching Wie, and the Goddess
as a team from Australia for the
Jaya Pangus was married, so she
of Lake Batur possessed some of the
lighting, sound and music almost
cursed the King and the Queen and
cast. After performing the ritual four
a year to mix and prepare all of the
banished them from earth. She then
times, the spirits gave blessings to
aspects for the solid one hour non-
created a statue of Jaya Pangus and
all of the cast and crew to perform
stop performance.
Kang Ching Wie so that their spirits
the show with taksu (charisma) to
would always guard the island of
give a charming performance to
180 performers from the nearby
Bali.
the audience. Not only did they
villages, 40 puppets, gamelan
perform rituals at the Balingkang
musicians and more than 30 animals
BEHIND THE SCENE
Temple, the cast and crew also had
including ten elephants on the 60
It was Mr. I Made Sidia, a well-
to pray regularly in the Bali Theatre
meter by 40 meter stage. Bringing
known Balinese wayang puppeteer
Temple for each of their 100 shows.
the best of the local talent on to the
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The Bali Agung Show features
King Jaya Pangus and Kang

Ching Wie were turned into
statues to guard Bali.
huge stage, this show is now not just
that the Bali Agung Show is one
also as Indonesias Leading Tourism
a performance for the cast and crew
of the best international standard
Show 2015/2016 at the Indonesia
it is a passion, a way to express
performances theyve ever seen. The
Travel and Tourism Awards.
themselves. The show has become
former president of Indonesia, Mr.
By Bayu Rahanatha
their lives.
Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, called

the Bali Agung Show the pride of
Bali Theatre
and international stars including
Indonesia. And recently, the Bali
Bali Safari & Marine Park
Hollywood famous names come
Agung Show was honored as Balis
Jalan ByPass Prof. Ida Bagus Mantra
incognito to watch this show. And
Leading Tourism Show 2015/2016
Km 19.8, Gianyar, (0361) 950-000
they all come to the same conclusion
at the Bali Tourism Awards and
www.balitheatre.com
FACTS AND MYTHS:
sound and lighting systems.
The Bali Agung Show is performed Tuesday through
The seating is designed so that all of the audience

will feel like they are watching a 3D cinema in a
Sunday from 2.30 to 3.30 p.m.
theatre.
Only 45 minutes away from the Ngurah Rai

International Airport, the Bali Theatre where the Bali
The statue of King Jaya Pangus and Kang Ching
Agung Show is performed sits in a lush tropical jungle
Wie are named Barong Landung. You can nd these
in the heart of the islands prestigious Bali Safari &
statues in some Balinese temples. The Balinese also
Marine Park in Gianyar.
make gigantic puppets of Barong Landung and march

them on the streets during the celebration of Galungan
The Bali Theatre is Balis rst indoor premier
(a traditional Balinese ceremony).
dance and performing art theatre. It is set in an
After King Jaya Pangus disappeared, the son of King
approximately 460 square meter building and

accommodates up to 1,200 seats. It is fully equipped
Jaya Pangus and Dewi Danu, Prince Maya Denawa,
with advanced multi-media technology and state-of-art
took the throne and became the cruelest king of Bali.
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PHOTOS COURTESY OF BALI SAFARI & MARINE PARK
Many celebrities national
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CAPITALCORNER
The Heart
of the Capital
OUR CONTRIBUTOR EDNA TARIGAN TAKES US
AROUND JAKARTAS FIRST CIRCLE
espite being the
half a day to tour and explore this
center of bureucracy
historical place
in Indonesia, the
The National Monument is

surrounded by a park where locals
usually go for a picnic on the
area around the
HISTORICAL SITES
weekends or their holiday. Many of
Presidential Palace,
Located in Gambir, the Monumen
them even do their daily exercises in
usually called the Circle One area,
Nasional (the National Monument
the park in the morning and evening,
is not all about governmental
or Monas for short) stands on what
running or cycling. But heres a little
business. In this area, tourists can
used to be Ikada Square. With a re
tip; come to the National Monument
also have some fun and enjoy the
statue made of 50 kilograms of gold
for a sunset session. The view of
capital city. Circle One is located
sitting at the top of the monument,
Jakartas skycrapers during the
in Central Jakarta, the heart of the
this 132-meter tall landmark
sunset is worth seeing.
capital city, and is easily reached
symbolizes the ght of Indonesians
using public transportation tourists
for independence back in 1945.
Off to the east side of the

National Monument you can go to
can take the Trans Jakarta bus and
The Museum Sejarah Nasional (the
see an art exhibition at the Galeri
the commuter line loops to get there.
National History Museum) is situated
Nasional Indonesia (the Indonesia
The area is also well developed with
at ground level, displaying the
National Gallery). Located right
decent sidewalks to accommodate
history of Indonesia from pre-historic
across from the Gambir Station, the
pedestrians. And it may only take
times to the modern era.
National Gallery hosts a monthly
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exhibition, showcasing the works of
Standing adjacent to Jakarta Cathedral,

the Istiqlal Mosque is a must-visit. Opposite
page: The National Museum.
Indonesian and international artists.

Not only that, the gallery displays its
art collection that includes paintings,
photographs and sculptures as a
part of the daily exhibition.
Next, move on to the Museum
Nasional (the National Museum),
which is located on the west side of
the Monas. Flanked by ministerial
ofce buildings, this museum is easy
to spot with its elephant statue sitting
in the main yard, which is why it is
also called The Elephant Museum.
Istiqlal Mosque and the Jakarta
one of the oldest churches in Jakarta,
Cathedral Church, which are close
was built in 1901 in neo-gothic style
of Indonesias diverse culture from
to each other and are very popular
architecture. Like other religious
the pre-historic to the modern time.
tourist destinations, despite the fact
places, people can of course pray
From ancient megalithic stones found
that they are holy places. Both have
inside or outside of the church. But
in remote areas in the archipelago
unique architecture and are rich with
for those who come at the right time,
to traditional clothes and musical
history the two main reasons why
they can see the doves being fed at
instruments, as well as ancient war
this mosque and the church have
the churchs yard.
weapons, armor and even ancient
become one of the must-visit places
jewelry from all over the country, are
in Jakarta. They are also popular for
street to see the Istiqlal Mosque. This
all on display.
city photography.
mosque can accommodate up to
This museum is the melting pot
The next places to visit are the
The Jakarta Cathedral Church,
After visiting the church, cross the
120,000 people, but still it is often

jam-packed with locals during the
Islamic holidays of Idul Fitri and Idul
Adha for morning prayers.
SHOPS AND SWEETS

For those who want to do some
shopping but dont really want to
go to a mall, dont worry as the
Circle One area is home to Pasar
Baru, a local market that has been
a shopping center since the Dutch
colonial era, 196 years ago it
is actually engraved on its gates,
Passer Baroe, 1820. In this
modern era, Pasar Baru is still one
of the most favorite shopping centers
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The Jakarta
Cathedral.
pioneering jamu companies in
legend in the capital city. Since it
Indonesia. Along the main alley
was rst established in 1932, the
there are also a lot of money traders
restaurant has been famous for its
selling various types of authentic
choices of healthy and delicious
Indonesian bank notes, published
non-preservative ice cream. Which
from the Dutch colonial era up to
one to try? Their Spaghetti ice
the 1990s. These bank notes are
cream with dried fruits, peanuts and
usually bought by collectors or even

used as unique dowries.
After strolling around Pasar Baru
one might feel a little bit hungry. Not
to worry because Pasar Baru offers
some great culinary experience
Bakmi Gang Kelinci and Bakmi
where traders with ancestral roots
Aboen are two restaurants that have
going back to India, China and
been really popular for their noodles
Melayu (Malay) do their business.
for generations.
There are so many shops, which
For some sweet delights, head
could make one feel overwhelmed,
to Jalan Veteran and have a scoop
but among the shops located at
or two or even more of ice
Pasar Barus main alley there is
cream at Ragusa Es Italia (Ragusa
one that is the oldest. The Nyonya
Italian Ice Cream) to end the trip
Meneer shop that sells jamu,
around Jakartas rst circle area.
chocolate milk topping is the most
an Indonesian herbal medicine,
The Ragusa Italian Ice Cream
favorite. And did I mention that there
is a must-visit as it is one of the
Restaurant is another culinary
are also a lot of stalls selling street
Pasar Baroe, one of the

oldest markets in the capital.
food like satay and otak-otak (sh

Spaghetti ice cream at
Ragusa Italian Ice Cream.
cakes wrapped in banana leaves)

just outside the restaurant?
By Edna Tarigan
Museum Nasional
Jalan Medan Merdeka Barat
No. 12, Central Jakarta
www.museumnasional.or.id
Ragusa Es Italia
Jalan Veteran I No. 10, Gambir,
Central Jakarta
(021) 384-9123
The iconic National

Monument at night.
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PHOTOS BY EDNA TARIGAN
Galeri Nasional Indonesia

Jalan Medan Merdeka Timur
No. 14, Central Jakarta
(021) 348- 339-54
www.galeri-nasional.or.id
The old and preserved Jakarta

Cathedral.
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BEYONDUPDATES
JAZZ IT UP!
From March 4 to 6, the Jakarta International BNI Java Jazz Festival 2016 will rock JIExpo
Kemayoran in Jakarta. The 12th edition of Java Jazz Festival is proud to present numerous
international and local musicians such as the New West Guitar Group, Patty Austin, Jazz
Orchestra of The Concert Gebouw, Barasuara, Mocca, and more. In accordance with this
years theme, which is Exploring Indonesia, the festival also presents Indonesia Duets
where todays most popular male and female singers will collaborate singing hit songs from
the 90s and 2000s. But the highlight is actually the special shows, like Chris Botti featuring
Sting, Robin Thicke, and David Foster.
www.javajazzfestival.com
WHILE IN LOMBOK
ALL COURTESY PHOTOS
The Plateno Group from China proudly announces

the opening of its rst ever ZMAX hotel in
Southeast Asia, the ZMAX D Hotel Praya
Lombok, located in South Lombok, West Nusa
Tenggara. Located only three minutes away from
the Lombok International Airport, this hotel offers
138 rooms and suites all well-designed for
both business and leisure travelers as well as a
ballroom that can accommodate up to 600 people,
a swimming pool, a gym and a sky lounge. The
hotels ZOLO restaurant, bar and lounge is also
ready to serve guests with food and drinks. The
ZMAX D Hotel Praya Lombok is near the Kuta
and Mandalika beaches, and is only 45 minutes
away from Senggigi.
ZMAX D Hotel Praya Lombok
Jalan Raya ByPass Bandara Internasional Lombok,
Desa Penujak, West Nusa Tenggara
(0370) 615-8888, www.plateno-group.com
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COMMUNITYCALENDAR
SPIRIT UP!
The Bali Spirit Festival is back! Held from March 29 to April 3,
the ninth annual Bali Spirit Festival will be transforming Ubud
into a lively international center of world music and yogic fun,
and is expecting to welcome thousands of people from all
over the globe. This years Bali Spirit Festival will be hosted at
the Bhanuswari Resort and Spa for the daytime program and
ARMA Museum for the night events, and will be a lot of fun
with workshops, the organic Dharma Fair market, Healing Huts,
a Kids Zone and a community music stage. On the last three
nights of the festival, The One World Night Music Stage is
going to showcase live performances by local and international
musicians, such as Kayah and The Opiuo Band, Baraswara and
Rio Sidik. Check out the following website for more details.
www.balispiritfestival.com
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MERTASARI DAY
On March 26 and 27, the Mertasari Beach Festival will surely
be an amazing weekend. Held at Mertasari Beach in front of the
Power of Now Oasis and Mercure Resort Sanur, this festival boasts
a number of fun activities such as Balinese dance lessons, a beach
cleaning, a jukung race, banana boat rides, surng and stand
up paddle lessons, and more. Yoga and meditation classes will
also be conducted, with a number of yoga practitioners ready for
consultation. The festival will be even merrier with Balinese cultural
shows, live performances, reworks and a market selling art and
food, making it the perfect place
for a family day out. And did we
mention that everyone is welcome
to join for free?
www.mertasaribeachfestival.com
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5 CITY
BALI ROADSHOW CONDUCTED

BY U & I HOLIDAYS
Tourists flocking to Bali, Indonesia from India with the count rising to more than 120,000 passengers in
2015. Need a better DMC for Bali ... get in touch with U & I Holidays.
Mumbai, India - 12th February 2016 - The recently concluded 05 City Bali Roadshow 2016 organized
by Mumbai based Destination Management Company - U & I Holidays was a major success amongst
retail tour operators across India. Covering 5 major business hubs of India viz. Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru,
Ahmedabad & Mumbai, this show provided an excellent platform for various hotels and allied services to
showcase all possible avenues relating to the tourism in Bali & overall Indonesia as a whole. Some of the
most popular hotel brands, Indian restaurants and other tourism related services were a part of this grand
show. From every city more than 100 retail tour operators touched base with the participants of their choice
in this free & easy affair with Ahmedabad & Mumbai crossing the 150 mark.
Shyam Upadhyay Director, U & I Holidays, shares with Bali & Beyond the details of its recently conducted
Bali road show and talks about the product which will be showcased for the travel trade.
Q What was the focus of the Bali Roadshow?
Numbers to Indonesia especially Bali, are on an upward trend and growing at a fast pace. Last year around
90000 people travelled to Bali alone. We have been in this industry since the last six years and have been the
market grown exponentially. So this year we decided to strengthen our base even further by organizing a
Bali roadshow for all our existing as well as potential trade partners
Q What Products you have promoted at the Roadshow?
We have invited 25 participants from Bali including hotels and other allied services like the Bali Zoo and
even Indian restaurants. There was a mix of branded, star category hotels present at the roadshow.
Q What was the business in 2015 for U & I Holidays?
We saw a 14 per cent growth in 2015 as compared to 2014, handling around 12,000 passengers to Indonesia
from India in 2015 that included MICE, FlTs, weddings, etc. Our product works very well in India because
our reservation is centralised from Mumbai. Our USP is no international calling, no language barriers,
quick reverts, most competitive rates and to top it all efficient services deliverance. Our existing clientele is
extremely satisfied with our excellent service standards and they swear by it. Check-in reminders. Prompt
check-in reports, client updates on a daily basis, efficient feedback mechanism are some of the advantages
of working with U & I Holidays.
Q What are your focus areas for 2016?
Our focus will remain on Bali with a clear target to increase last years production in terms of numbers, since
that is Indias favourite destination currently when we talk about Indonesia. However, we will also focus on
other destinations like Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Bandung, Ubud, Lombok and Komodo Islands which is coming
up really well. This year we are also launching our online portal which will help us penetrate the market
even better. We are also developing our events team which will look after big events like weddings in Bali.
Q What trends do you foresee this year?
This year looks promising in terms of tourist numbers. Certain sectors like MICE are picking up very well.
There are a lot of groups happening this year. Bali is also a wry popular wedding destination and a lot of
hotels are promoting themselves for this market.
Overall the Indonesia growth story from India looks very promising. As they say - Make Hay while the Sun
shines & now is the time to enjoy the summer.
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05 City Bali Road Show in India

The recently concluded 05 City Bali Roadshow 2016 organized by Mumbai based Destination Management Company
- U & I Holidays was a major success amongst retail tour operators across India. Covering 5 major business hubs of
India viz. New Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad & Mumbai, this show provided and excellent platform for
various hotels & allied tourism services to showcase all possible avenues relating to tourism in Bali & Indonesia as
a whole. From each city more than 100 retail tour operators touched base with the participants of their choice in this
free & easy affair.
Participants: Sheraton Bali, Holiday Inn Baruna Bali, Bali Dynasty, Risata, Bali Zoo, W Bali, Four Points by Sheraton,
Ayana Resot, Mandapa, The Ritz-Carlton, Lifestyle Retreat, Melia Bali, Alila Seminyak, Pan Pacific, Queens of India,
The Royal Pitamaha, Sense Hotel, Plateno group, Kayana, Uppala Villa, Kuta Central Park & Double Six
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SEE&SEEN
SAVE THE DUGONG

Teaming up as a Flying Squad, mammal and animal
care specialists from the Bali Safari & Marine Park and
the Batang Dolphin Center ew off to Kanawa Island
in the Komodo National Park last January to rescue a
dying one-month-old dugong. Internationally known
as a sea cow, the dugong was found with numerous
scratches that were caused from hitting sharp coral and
it was lacking mothers milk. The mother of the Dugong
was possibly dead but the squad is still trying to nd
her, searching the sea for eight hours every day, and
they are still going to be in the area to supervise the
baby dugongs condition for a while.
www.balisafarimarinepark.com
SAFETY ALERT
Following the success of Bali Childrens Projects
Sex Education Program in 2015, the USA-based
Mel Wolf Foundation has again given a grant to
the NGO for the same cause this year. The program
is delivered in a workshop about the birds and the
bees, rather than a formal class. This one-year program aims to prevent kids from a free and dangerous lifestyle, and the NGO has targeted over 3,800
students from 54 schools to be educated about the
dangers of free sex. www.balichildrensproject.org
GALUNGAN READY
To celebrate Galungan, the South Kuta Beach
Business Association (SKBBA) and Kuta Village
organized a Penjor and Gebogan competition
both penjor and gebogan are Balinese offerings to
honor the Gods and spirits that will fall to earth on
Galungan Day. The event was held on February
5 at the Lippo Mall Kuta, which also marked
the opening of the SKBBA Food & Entertainment
Festival that lasted until February 8. At the end
of the day, the Alaya Resort Kuta won the Penjor
category and the Holiday Inn Resort Baruna won
the Gebogan category. www.southkutabali.com
CHEEKY MONKEY
Celebrating the Lunar New Year, the Anantara
Seminyak put up a Naughty Monkey New Year Tree in
their lobby from February 1 to 15. Guests were invited
to purchase the wooden monkey toys (available at Rp.
50,000 each) that were hung around the tree. Each
of the toys contains a secret prize inside, ranging from
airline tickets to hotel vouchers. All prots from the
purchase and prizes went to Solemen Indonesia, a nonprot charity organization. To launch the charity tree,
the resort held an intimate event on February 8 that was
attended by Solemen Indonesia Ambassador Tamara
Bleszynski as well as in-house guests and media.
www.bali.anantara.com
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ALL COURTESY PHOTOS
SHARING IS CARING
On January 15, the Sotel Bali Nusa
Dua Beach Resort held a blood
donation drive in the Gamelan
Ballroom. With the Save a life,
give freely, give often You are
Somebodys Type motto, the event
had 206 people donating their
blood the participants ranged from
hotel employees and ambassadors
to media people, in-house guests,
LPM community members, Indonesian
Tourism Development Corporation, and
even Indonesian tness celebrity Ade
Rai. The blood donation drive event is
hosted at the hotel every three months.
www.sotel-bali-nusadua.com
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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 . 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 Intl 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 uids. For discomfort,
diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea;
avoid fruits and spicy foods.
Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue
fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas.
Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not
required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions
easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them
immediately.
Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit
before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at
reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe.
Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun.
Use high SPF sunblock and a hat.
AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases
are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers
have multiple partners from around the world.
They are not checked for sexually transmitted
diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms,
available over the counter at pharmacies.
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
Email: 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,
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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
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
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Authentic Balinese avors at

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Interview with Desak Nyoman Suarti

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equipment, such as coconut trunks,

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