Bali & Beyond Magazine December 2010 edition

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

BALI & BEYOND DECEMBER 2010 VOLUME 12 NO. 127

PREPARING

FOR VICTORY DAY A SERIES OF SPECIAL DAYS LEAD UP TO THE GALUNGAN DAY, AND FESTIIVITIES CONCLUDE WITH THE HIGHLIGHT OF KUNINGAN

RAJA AMPAT: COMPLIMENTARY

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TURNING PAGES ‘Om Swastiastu...’

Welcome to the island, to the archipelago, and to our 2010 year-end edition of Bali & Beyond magazine.

Here we are, arriving at the point where we once again look back through the past year and then look forward to what the next might bring. To most of us at Bali & Beyond, it was a lot of baby talk looking back.

Our editorial team members have jokingly been ‘highly productive’ this year. First with the birth of our editor’s first daughter mid-year, and then amidst the print deadline four months later came our junior editor’s third child and second princess. Luckily they didn’t share the same print period, as it wouldn’t have been easy!

Then a month later one of our regular contributing photographers announced the birth of his second son, adding to the teams ‘extended family‘ and hinting to the fun idea of forming a cute little band called Bali & Beyond Babies.

And while we had the happy news at home, we have also seen the nation grieving. As with other parts of the world, Indonesia was not spared the extreme weather conditions over these past months. On October 4, flash floods suddenly poured down in torrents from the hills, brought by the normally serene river in West Papua, washing away the entire small town of Wasior. Resembling a small tsunami, these torrents brought huge boulders down the mountainside and uprooted tree trunks, resulting in overnight devastation. The river that was normally 8 meters wide had spread out to over 100 meters.

Then on the dark and rainy night of October 25, a deadly quake measuring 7.2 on the Richter Scale shook West Sumatra and the Mentawai Islands in the Indian Ocean. A tsunami occurred on this remote island chain; the main island of Sumatra was spared. The Mentawai islands are a favorite spot for surfers, since it has 6

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consistently some of the most perfect barrels in the world.

On October 26, Mt. Merapi, Indonesia’s most volatile volcano erupted, spewing out hot clouds from its crater, followed by explosions at sunset time sending thousands of evacuees fleeing down the mountain for safety. Raining thick ash on houses and fields in regions to its southwest, it was blown by winds as far away as the town of Kebumen.

Donny Cahyadi is no stranger in our office. He continuously feeds us with fresh photos by the day. (Congrats on birth of second son, Don!)

A number of international airlines suspended flights to Solo and Yogya, while Garuda continued to fly although with some delays, flying passengers instead to the airport in Solo, an hour’s drive from Yogya.

The recent eruption of Mt. Merapi has damaged the tourism industry at the Kaliurang resort near Yogyakarta, which lies within the Danger Zone. With the temporary closure of Borobudur, hotels around the Park have also lost revenue with large drops in the number of guests.

Fadil Aziz is a travel photographer whose main passion is capturing the archipelago’s beauty. View his portfolio at www.alcibbumphotography.com

Life in Yogyakarta however, has continued to move at a normal pace despite obvious inconveniences but hotels and restaurants remaining open.

With Mt. Merapi stabilizing, Yogyakarta’s airport was expected to be reopened as this goes to press.

We all hope, pray and work for a better Indonesia at the turn of the year.

Patricia Ivana loves writing, which also finances her travels. She loves the beach and wishes to go to all the beautiful beaches in the world. (Good luck Pat!)

And now we count down to the holiday season - once again. But regardless of the season, we believe there’s always a holiday nuance especially for you on this island, and further beyond into 2011.

Enjoy this edition; enjoy your time on the island and beyond!

And from all of us here at Bali & Beyond, wishing you a “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!” – see you in 2011.

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

Josua Alessandro loves to photograph human subjects, cultures and landscapes. His portfolio can be viewed at www.escapadepictures.com

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

Cover Papua Performs Photo by Fadil Aziz (Alcibbum Photography)

When Putra Hermawan first joined the Rip Curl team in 2008 he was already looking to become a world class surfer. In midNovember, Putra became the youngest ever ISC Tour Open Division champion at 18 years old.

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The series of days surrounding Galungan still continues for 10 days and concludes with the highlight of Kuningan.

INVITE&INDULGE

BALI’S GREAT FOOD...

A SLOW CELEBRATION

PHOTO COURTESY SLOW FOOD UBUD

PHOTO BY TIM HAIN

Not all that long ago all food used to be Slow Food. But then Fast Food came along, bringing all kinds of things many of us would rather not find on our plates.

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+ 12 NEW&NEWS This month’s select news updates from the island’s tourism industry and what’s new around the island.

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

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REEF ENHANCEMENT AND RESTORATION IN THE NORTH Gangga Island Resort and Spa currently supports two German marine biologists who are working on different methods for the enhancement of coral reefs in the North Sulawesi region.

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

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

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

73 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS Listings and product descriptions from various clientele.

74 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses.

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RAJA AMPAT: LAST (HIDDEN) PARADISE? A hidden paradise revealed, with news of it spreading by word of mouth. According to one of the leading environmental NGOs, 75% of all the known coral species are found in its surrounding seas.

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ACTION&ATTRACTION BENOH: POTTERY PROFUSION In the village of Ubung Kaja, located in Banjar Benoh Kaja, Denpasar, largescale production of pottery items are carried out by elderly craftswomen.

50 CAPITALCORNER SWEET COLORFUL NIGHTS AT THE AMUSEMENT PARK When it comes to nighttime entertainment, Jakarta has almost everything covered. The streets never seem to sleep, teeming with party-goers and thrill seekers until the wee hours.

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TAKE-OFF TO THAI Commencing on December 17, AirAsia will operate direct flights from Denpasar Bali to Phuket Thailand four times a week, every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. To celebrate the launch of the new destination, AirAsia has priced the new flights at Rp. 249,000 each way (not inclusive of airport tax) for travel from December 17, 2010 to November 10, 2011). These special launch promo fares are valid for bookings made from November 11-18, 2010, with travel dates valid from December 17, 2010 to November 10, 2011. Special Bali-Phuket promo fares can be booked via www.airasia.com

CLASH OF THE CURL The epic Rip Curl Surf and Music Festival event and an incredible 2010 Coca-Cola ISC tour season on November 14 climaxed with Marlon Gerber’s first ISC tour win resulting in 18-year old Putra Hermawan’s 2010 Coca Cola ISC Open Division Championship victory. Hermawan was eliminated earlier in the semifinals, but Dedi Santoso’s score of 6.20 was not enough to overtake Gerber, and then the crowd erupted around Hermawan as he was handed the 2010 championship trophy by 2009 ISC Champion Lee Wilson.

Gerber also posted the highest single wave score, an 8.5 out of a possible 10 for punting a massive aerial in semifinal 1, resulting in his highest combined heat score of a 16.15 out of 20, and the Coca-Cola Best Wave Award of Rp. 1 million to add to his Rp. 10 million paycheck from Rip Curl. Gerber dedicated his victory to his friend Andy Irons, who passed away tragically on November 2. www.ripcurl.com, www.isctour.com

SPA, SOUL Conrad Bali has achieved recognition at the 2010 SpaFinder Readers’ Choice Awards for Favorite Spa in Indonesia. Readers cast a record number of votes in the annual Awards that are considered the most thorough and independent assessment of spas worldwide. Jiwa Spa, which is under the management of Conrad Bali, offers an exclusive range of body treatments and massage therapies to stimulate the five basic human senses in bringing joy to the Jiwa or “soul”.

Enclosed in a secluded compound, the resort has 17 treatment rooms including five Spa Pavilions set within a peaceful water garden, plus a Beauty Salon, a 25metre spa pool and a Wellness Studio offering a choice of exclusive mind, body and soul therapies such as yoga and reflexology. Conrad Bali, Jl. Pratama 168, Tanjung Benoa, (0361) 778-788; www.conradhotels.com 12

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TEES TO TOAST Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Resort clinched the ‘Indonesia’s Leading Golf Resort’ title at the World Travel Awards 2010 Asia and Australasia Winners Awards ceremony held in Delhi, while the Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Singapore was named ‘Singapore’s Leading Serviced Apartments’.

The Pan Pacific Vancouver was also amongst the winners in North America; it was named Canada’s Leading Business Hotel in The Americas installment of the Awards Ceremony held on October 22.

Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Resort Jalan Raya Tanah Lot, Tabanan, (0361) 815-900; www.panpacific.com/bali

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PLACE TO ‘B’ The services at bvilla are augmented by its butler troop, which imparts its guests a hasslefree stay. They are friendly enough to listen to your stories and at the same time, so professional that they give you the utmost privacy. The butler knows that hunger breaches after all that swimming and tanning, so when you are too comfortable to go out, they venture out to the best restaurants around Seminyak and deliver your favorite food right to your table. If you wish to woo your lover and dine out, bvilla butlers can reserve the table with the best view for you. bvilla has four butlers; all are Indonesian with overseas training and experience. www.bvilla.com

ROYAL DUET

SWUNG SWEET

During this year’s ITB Asia, which was held from October 20-23 in Singapore, Aston International introduced its new high end villa brand “Royal Kamuela” and simultaneously announced that two of the group’s new Royal Kamuelas are about to open in Bali.

The first Royal Kamuela, the Royal Kamuela Villas & Spa Nusa Dua, is set in the midst of Nusa Dua’s Central Tourism Development Complex and will open this month. The second resort, also set to open this month, will be the Royal Kamuela Villas at Monkey Forest and offers 12 immaculately designed luxury pool villas, a spa and café-restaurant plus a perfect location right in the very heart of Ubud’s main attractions on Monkey Forest Road. www.aston-international.com

Juvic Pagunsan of the Philippines strolled to a commanding 11-stroke victory at the inaugural US$60,000 Bali Open after a final round six-under-par 66 on Saturday, November 6. Leading by three strokes overnight, Pagunsan did not give his closest challenger Jarmo Sandelin of Sweden a sniff at the title, with another accomplished round that included seven birdies at the New Kuta Golf Resort. Former Ryder Cup star Sandelin, playing on a sponsor’s invite, finished a distant second after a closing 74, while Japan’s Masaki Sakata and Martin Rominger of Switzerland shared third place. www.newkutagolf.com, www.asiantour.com

FRIENDS FOR FOLIAGE The Maya Ubud Resort & Spa’s Tree Planting program is renamed Maya Ubud Plant-a-Tree campaign, in partnership with FNPF (Friends of National Parks Foundation). FNPF allocates a hectare for Maya Ubud of a total 100 hectares to restore forest cover on Nusa Penida Island. The partnership was formed in June 2009. Guests’ donations for the Plant-a-Tree campaign are US$20, which covers the cost of growing 4 saplings from seeds in the FNPF nursery, planting them, and 3 years of care. Donors receive an annual newsletter describing the progress of the reforestation project.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa, (0361) 977 888; www.mayaubud.com

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HOMECOMING Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa welcomes Dewi Karmawan as its new Marketing Communications Manager. Dewi has been in the hospitality industry since 1997. In 2009, she joined the Park Hyatt Melbourne and also had a chance to promote Indonesian culture by teaching Balinese dance at the Centre for Education and Research in Environmental Strategies (CERES) in Melbourne. A year later, Dewi returned home and now oversees Marketing Communications at the Seminyak resort.

Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa, Bali (0361) 737-773; bali.anantara.com

PURE IN CANGGU Pure Villa hosted its own introduction on November 5 in Canggu, inviting travel partners and media representatives for an evening of canapĂŠs and cocktails. Pure Villa took the opportunity to introduce its premium luxury exotic six-bedrooms holiday villa featuring a fabulous garden and sea views.

As a prelude to the introduction, guests took a short journey through a Japanese Garden to Amaryllis bedroom where the villa attendants served welcome drinks. Later they continued on to the five other bedrooms, the Frangipani, Heliconia, Redrose, Bougenville, and Flower. The villa also announced that it was ready to welcome guests starting this month.

Pure Villa, Jl. Aseman Bagus I, Banjar Aseman Kangin, Canggu (0361) 844-6189; purevillabali@gmail.com

HAIL CHEFS! The ICA (Indonesian Chef Association) – Bali Chapter organized its 8th Bali Culinary Competition from 15-19 October, in conjunction with the Nusa Dua Fiesta 2010.

The competition was attended by chefs from Bali and other provinces in Indonesia and was a prestigious platform in which to expose their culinary talents. The competition was open to the public and divided into categories such as cooking skills, ice carvings, fruit and vegetable carvings and also the preparation of the traditional dish Bebek Betutu. Among the participants who shared their victory were the culinary teams of Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel & Suites (below), Harris Resort Kuta, Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa (left), Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel (below left), and The Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali, each taking home medals in various cooking categories. www.balinusaduaresort.com

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PAST TO PRESENT

TOUCH OF WINE Wine Spectator Magazine has recognized the St. Regis Bali Resort’s signature beachfront dining venue Kayuputi Restaurant for the second year running with the prestigious Award of Excellence. In winning this award and continuing to offer inspiring experiences to their guests, Kayuputi has launched its extensive wine list on an iPad. In a move to showcase the innovative reputation of St. Regis, guests at Kayuputi now will have the flexibility and fun of ordering wine with just a touch of the iPad screen, as they browse through the variety of red, white and sparkling wines as well as Champagne and Rosè. In addition, guests will also get to read about each wine including its classification, the nose and mouth of the wine, as well as perfect food matches and background information, all put together by Sommelier Harald Wiesmann.

The St. Regis Bali Resort, Nusa Dua, (0361) 8478-111 www.stregis.com

Museum Pasifika played host to the mid-October book launch of Modern Indonesian Art - from Raden Saleh to the present day. This book includes 439 artists, and is probably the most complete guide of Indonesian artists past or present. The concept is very attractive with one page by the artist, and a short biography written by 23 different art specialists, including Jim Supangat, Agus Dermawan, Garret Kam, Amir Sidharta, and Jean Couteau. The executive art editor and photographer is Koes Karnadi (pictured). 476 pages include 449 photos of artwork. This book is available at the Museum Pasifika, Rendez vous doux library in Ubud, and the Biasa Gallery in Seminyak.

Museum Pasifika, Nusa Dua, (0361) 774-624 www.museum-pasifika.com

ON BOARD

FRESH FEATURES The Pertiwi Resort & Spa introduced its newly renovated villas with simplistic designs covered by alang-alang roofs, long glass windows and bamboo hand-woven ceilings reflecting a Balinese stylish appeal combined with a modern touch. The resort provides guests absolute privacy through its additional 18 luxury suites, including 9 luxury double bedroom suites and 9 luxury twin bedroom suites. It also offers world-class service features with lush scenery and green gardens. The resort offers an attractive opening nett rate at US$100 valid from this month until March 2011.

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The Patra Bali recently appointed Wola Ruth Aprilia Bock as Sales Manager and Askar DG Kamis as Director of Sales & Marketing. A native of Sulawesi, Askar began his career at the Batam View Beach Resort in 1992 and has joined various resorts and destination management and hospitality chains throughout Indonesia. Wola Bock began her career in 1997 and has 13 years of hotel experience under her belt, mostly in Sales & Marketing.

The Patra Bali Resort & Villas, Jl. Ir. H. Juanda, South Kuta Beach, (0361) 751-161; www.patrabali.com

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PHOTO BY NGURAH PRIMARTA

Preparing for

The Balinese have come to celebrate Galungan as a symbol of the victory of dharma against adharma, or the triumph of good over evil.

This ‘victory’ is celebrated for 10 days up to the day of Kuningan.

A

lmost every new turn of

The third system is the pawukon. This

not accustomed to referring to it as a ‘new

a year is greeted with

system is referred to as the Java-Bali

year’. This term is actually encountered in

merriment. No exception

calendar or ‘kalender Jawa-Bali’, as it is

the book by Miguel Covarrubias, Island of

is the coming ‘New Year’

used by the two regions. The difference is

Bali. Called a ‘new year’ because in that

for Bali’s Hindus. It may

that the system is still widely used in Bali;

week there is this big day that is celebrated

sound a bit strange,

in Java it is the contrary – it’s becoming

for a few days in a row. The day is the day

considering that usually the mention of a

increasingly rare. Apparently this was due

of Galungan.

New Year celebration among the Balinese

to the rapid spread of Islam in Java, while

leads people to think of the day of Nyepi,

the system is a remnant of the Hindu

temple attire and present offerings to

or the Çaka New Year celebrations. But

civilization that remains strong in Bali.

family shrines and temples. Their houses

that day is not celebrated with bells and whistles, but with meditation and silence.

This time we single out the impending

The pawukon system is very different as

On this day everyone dons their neatest

are festively decorated. Everyone, not to

compared to the solar and lunar systems.

mention extended Balinese kith and kin,

One ‘year’, or preferably ‘cycle’, consists

rejoice. They believe that it is the day the

Galungan celebration this December 8.

of 210 days. There is no month but only

gods and the deified ancestors descend to

The Balinese recognize three types of

wuku or weeks, counting up to 30. Each

earth to ‘visit’ and ‘stay’ for several days.

calendars, the solar, represented by the

week consists of 7 days.

Çaka year, and the lunar which consists

If every year celebrates its new year in

The Balinese have come to celebrate Galungan as a symbol of the victory of

of 12 months or sasih. Both systems

the starting months, then the pawukon can

dharma against adharma, or the triumph of

are similar to the Gregorian year being

easily be said to celebrate it in the middle,

good over evil. This ‘victory’ is celebrated

comprised of 12 months and each month

in the tenth week named “Dungulan” in

for 10 days up to the day of Kuningan.

consisting of approximately 30 days.

the series. The Balinese themselves are

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mythological tale of Mayadenawa, an evil

descendants. Another opinion considers

offices in Bali give their employees a week’s

ruler. He was said to have forbade his

that it is actually the day to commemorate

vacation to welcome the holiday. It is indeed

subjects from worshipping Hindu gods, and

the first successful harvests. The Balinese

a special calendar highlight.

that he thought himself as God. Then came

people are in fact an agrarian society who

the time when Lord Indra descended to

harvest their rice every 7 months.

earth to search and destroy Mayadenawa.

Apart from the uncertainty of the

Galungan Day falls on Wednesday, on the pawukon’s Wuku Dungulan. The preparation usually lasts for three days

His triumph, following a whole series of

background, the majority of the Balinese

starting from Sunday. These series of days

chases, hiding and battles of cunning, was

people believe that Galungan is the most

are referred to as Penyekeban Galungan

considered a day of victory over evil and

important day in a single pawukon cycle.

(Sunday), Penyajan Galungan (Monday),

the milestone day of Galungan.

Therefore, on the days leading up to the big

and Penampahan Galungan (Tuesday),

day, the traditional markets are a cornucopia

respectively.

But there is also another belief that says that Galungan is a day of homage to the

of people busily shopping and preparing for

ancestors who look down and bless their

the special occasion. Even the government

The name Penyekeban is derived from the word “sekeb” in the Balinese language, which means ‘to heat’ or ‘brew’.

The majority believe that Galungan is the most important day in a single pawukon cycle.

On this day the people who will celebrate Galungan start picking their pre-ripened fruits and ‘incubate’ them in time for their ripening on the day of celebration.

This ritual is still preserved for those who have land on which to grow fruit. At the least their land produces bananas which is an omnipresent fruit element within each offering. Another ubiquitous harvest item is sugarcane. Other fruits are somewhat optional, customized according to their availability.

Now we often see people who use imported fruits because of the appealing range of colors. Undeniably though not quite important, use of expensive fruits may also raise the prestige of the owner of the offering.

But this has been criticized by religious Hindu figures in Bali such as Ida Pedanda Made Gunung. In his discourses he often conveys the importance of using local fruits and harvests that grow primarily in the household yards. It is important to maintain native species, which also contribute to cost savings for ceremonies. And that prestige is not important in an act of devotion or Yadnya. It is supposed to be a form of love for the divine, which should be delivered with wholesome sincerity.

On the day of Penyekeban, the Balinese Hindus believe that Sang Kala Tiga, or the three Butha Kalas (negative forces) are at their most potent in affecting humans.

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The three Butha Kalas descend in turns

previous days as well, during spare time

over the three days. So philosophically,

such as after coming home from work or

besides ripening fruits it is also a day for

while watching TV.

‘incubating’ the mind—controlling and

Monday is the day of Penyajan.

welcome’, in regards to the coming day.

This can be said to be the busiest day of the three. From daybreak, men gather to capture and slaughter pigs. This activity

cleansing the mind from things that are not

Penyajan is derived from the word jaja or

is usually done in groups. Pork is then

worthy of thought.

cakes. This is a day to prepare the small

distributed to members within the group to

cakes that will be used in ceremonies.

take home and process.

On this day the women are usually busy preparing offerings. They start to collect

These cake offerings are in the form of

or purchase young coconut leaves, then

jaja begina and jaja uli – the two types of

on cooking the meat, while the women

carve and cut and stitch them to form

mandatory cakes for the ceremony. They

continue to prepare offerings for the next

intricate shapes and forms. The number of

are made of sticky rice, thinly sliced, dried

day. There are several types of dishes

single flower offerings prepared by every

and then fried crisp.

household differs one from one another,

The third day, the day before Galungan,

On that day the men concentrate

usually made, such as Lawar, namely meat and vegetables (usually of young

depending on how large the household is

is the Penampahan Galungan. The

jackfruit and snake beans) mixed with

and how many places are to be visited at

word nampah coincidentally means the

various condiments; Tum (meat wrapped

the time of Galungan.

slaughtering of animals. Usually pigs – the

in banana leaves and steamed), fried meat,

symbol of ignorance, laziness and greed, are

wrapped satay, and other types of cuisine

process of the leaf-stitching continues

slaughtered. Some put forth the philosophy

suiting each different region.

through the day prior to Galungan.

that humans should also shed these bad

Nowadays, due to busy modern routines,

qualities from within themselves. Others

feasted upon by family members, and given

the mejejaitan stitching activity does not

argue that the meaning behind the word

to neighbors and relatives in exchange for a

only start on the Sunday alone but on

Penampahan is derived from nampa or ‘to

meal that they cook themselves. The latter

It is commonplace that the preparation

These dishes are used for offerings,

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PHOTOS BY MURDANI USMAN

Galungan colors the well preserved Balinese village of Penglipuran in the Bangli regency. Fruit and flower offerings are laid out in front of the gateways, and villagers flock to the village temple for prayers, bringing offerings.

is called ngejot, an act of ‘thanksgiving,’

they are no longer busy with stitching

undertaken to strengthen the spirit of

but have already begun to create flower

of resisting to the influences of Sang Kala

brotherhood and kin.

arrangements. It’s also when they start to

Tiga, after three days of hard work with all

assemble the fruit and cakes. Usually these

kinds of preparations, Galungan is a time

lunchtime. After that, the men continue

activities carry on into the evening because

to celebrate. No matter how the Balinese

on with their activities by creating and

it is the last day of preparation, and the

are in the midst of their modern routines,

decorating their Penjor with various

following day one only needs to concentrate

they still are adept at various preparations

intricate materials.

on delivering the offerings.

and offerings to the divine and their

Cooking is usually done before

This is a day of victory. After three days

The Penjor is a curved bamboo pole

Wednesday is the long-awaited day.

decorated with agricultural produce such as

Early in the morning all the family members

rice stalks, fruit and ornamental leaves. It is

join in to pray at home. Not only at home,

Galungan still continue up to 10 days and

a symbol of a fertile mountain, considered

some also even go to their work places

conclude with the highlight of Kuningan.

the abode of the gods. The finished Penjor

and deliver offerings to the shrines (nearly

But during that time there are not many

poles are then mounted in front of the

all offices have a small shrine in Bali),

more things to be prepared. At least not as

house, beside the household gate entrance.

to their village homes, and the village’s

many as the first three days. ■

Khayangan Tiga temples (the three main

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

temples that exist in every village).

Photos by Donny Cahyadi

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The series of days surrounding

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BALI’S GREAT FOOD A SLOW CELEBRATION

Wing Bean fritters

Not all that long ago, all food used to be ‘slow food’.

But then ‘fast food’ came along, bringing all kinds of things many of us would rather not find on our plates.

T

he Slow Food movement

132 countries belong to the Slow Food

was launched, a group of dedicated food

was established in 1986

movement.

fans who have gathered under the banner

in Italy to protest the

Slow Foodies are against fast food

of Slow Food International. Members

opening of a McDonald’s

and all it stands for: the industrialization

include chefs, restaurant owners and

outlet in Rome. Italians

of animal production for meat, processed

people who enjoy food and are concerned

were incensed; fast food

foods, chemically or genetically

about biodiversity and other issues. The

was the antithesis of their cuisine and

enhanced growing techniques, excessive

only other Convivium in Indonesia is in

their culture. The movement spread,

transportation, loss of biodiversity and the

Jakarta.

and groups sprang up around the world

disappearance of sustainable, traditional

because so much of what is produced

to defend and celebrate their traditional

cuisine.

here was introduced from elsewhere

foods. Today, over 100,000 people in

In December 2010 Slow Food Ubud

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Slow Food Ubud has adopted as its first project the reintroduction of a traditional vegetable that has all but disappeared from the Balinese diet.

soybeans, corn, avocadoes and much

(the young ones taste like asparagus) or

of its fruit. The Convivium’s mission is to

the seeds can be used as soybeans to

protect, preserve and promote Bali’s food

produce nutritious milk, tempe or tofu.

products, especially those that are integral

Older Balinese remember Wing Beans

to the culinary heritage of Bali and the

but younger people have rarely seen

surrounding islands. One of the goals is to

them. They are not grown commercially

educate both local and visiting consumers

anywhere in Indonesia and only

about the benefits of traditional products

occasionally appear in the markets in small

versus conventional or mass-produced

quantities.

alternatives.

Slow Food Ubud’s goal is to put Wing Beans back on the plate in Bali, to encourage people to cultivate them in their compounds and to promote their commercial production for milk, tofu and

The Wing Bean has been called the “one species supermarket” because practically all of the plant is edible. It can be mixed nicely in preparations such as this Wing Bean Fried Rice.

tempe. The initiative will begin with a pilot project in three elementary schools near Ubud. Over a 20 week period, the children will grow Wing Beans on the school grounds and at home. They will learn about chemical-free cultivation,

Slow Food Ubud has adopted as

nutrition, hygiene, traditional foods and

its first project the reintroduction of a

many more related subjects, ending with

traditional vegetable that has all but

the production of Wing Bean milk for

disappeared from the Balinese diet. The

the children to taste. Not only will they

Wing Bean is a logical replacement for the

increase their general knowledge but also

soy bean, which Indonesia spends over

those who are unable to continue their

$340 million a year to import. Wing Beans

education will have a skill that may later

are easier to grow, give a higher yield, and

help them earn a living. Tri Hita Karana, a

every part of the plant is high in protein.

local NGO which focuses on sustainable

Wing Beans can be eaten as fresh beans

agriculture, will provide the trainer.

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Children planting Wing Beans at a school in Blimbing. Left, a young Slow Food Ubud member holds a bean.

In October, Slow Food Ubud held a workshop on Wing Beans at the Tri Hita Karana demonstration site in Pejeng.

Bali. The funds raised at the event will go toward the Wing Bean school project.

“We started a Slow Food group in

Attended by about 25 people, the

Ubud because we care profoundly about

workshop gave background information

the quality and sustainability of the food

on the vegetable, explained the upcoming

we eat and the welfare of the people who

project, gave adults and kids a chance

produce it,” says Convivium Leader Mary

to plant some Wing Beans, provided a

Jane Edleson. “Education and outreach

demonstration on making Wing Bean milk,

are important parts of our mandate.” In

and finished with a tasting of delicious fried

2011, Slow Food Ubud plans activities

rice and fritters made with the vegetable.

such as field trips, site visits, cooking

On December 3, Slow Food Ubud

classes, workshops and a private visit to

celebrates its first anniversary and Terre

Indonesia’s first bean-to-bar chocolate

Madre Day with a fundraising dinner

factory. The Convivium welcomes new

at the Maya Ubud Resort. Chef Kath

members. Join at www.slowfood.com ■

Townsend, a longtime Slow Food member,

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created a special menu of classic Basque

Text by Cat Wheeler

and Spanish cuisine with almost all the

Photos by Mary Jane Edleson

ingredients being organic and sourced in

(courtesy Slow Food Ubud)

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

n, io p m a h C g n fi r u S o r P 0 1 Indonesia’s 20 “Pulu” Hermawan Putra

R E D I R G N REIGNI

Pulu airs one out at

Kuta Beach.

Second from left, Medewi, 2006.

Meet Pulu, the once shy lad who is now the youngest Open Division surfing champion in the Indonesian Surfing Championships (ISC) history at 18 years of age, and the first to win two ISC titles in the same year.

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n an amazing end to what is no doubt the best year of this 18-year-old Nusa Lembongan surfer’s life so far, Putra

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Since working at the ISC as Media

Hermawan finished off his 2010 Coca-

Director since 2006 and before that at

Cola ISC Tour season with his name on

Magic Wave, I have had the opportunity

both the Coca-Cola ISC Open Division

to follow the remarkable progress of

Championship and the Pro Junior Division

Hermawan’s surfing career over the years.

Championship trophies, after having

I can recall seeing him on the podium at

already won the ISC Junior Championship

a Rip Curl GromSearch event in Medewi

in 2009, just one of many firsts in the

where he got second behind Cristobal

blossoming career of this determined and

Del Col but placed ahead of his main rival

talented young man.

Oney Anwar in the Under 14 Division.

Hermawan is now the youngest Open

He was extremely shy and could barely

Division surfing champion in ISC history at

crack a smile, never saying a word unless

18 years of age, and the first to win two

prompted, and seemingly unsatisfied with

ISC titles in the same year.

anything but a first place finish. From

And let’s not forget his record setting

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Who says surfing isn’t a lucrative career choice?

this early age it was already evident that

earnings during a two-month period of

this young man not only showed great

over Rp 150 million!

potential as a surfer but also had a very

With Dad, Mom, nephew and niece in Lembongan.

Facing the camera in New Zealand, 2010.

Winning moves at the Quiksilver Open, 2010.

Heading for waves in New Zealand, 2010.

strong competitive drive that would only be

are now proficient surfers, from his older

and when they began to see that there

satisfied by winning.

brother Agus Purnawan to his younger

was some future in it they gladly gave

brother Ediana Putra. It was natural to

us their support. As long as we stayed

microphone and doing interviews,

Now no longer afraid of the

follow in his older brother’s footsteps, but

in school and did good in our studies,

especially when he is on the winner’s

it was one of the older surfers Lahirun who

we could have the freedom to surf, “ he

podium, Hermawan is quick to smile and

he remembers really helped him learn.

explained.

speaks quite good English, which he lists

“The first place I ever tried surfing was at

as his most favorite subject in school.

Shipwrecks. I was about 8 years old at the

Bali to compete was for a Rip Curl

Hermawan was born in Denpasar

The first time Hermawan came to

time,” he said. “Not the easiest place to

GromSearch at Serangan where he took

but grew up on the small island of Nusa

learn, but Lahirun would push me into the

first place in the Under 14 Division. It

Lembongan, just a few kilometers east of

whitewash and that’s how I started.”

was the first of many surf competitions

Bali, where fishing and growing seaweed

Hermawan’s father is a middle school

he would compete in and win, first under

have traditionally been the main sources

teacher and his mother takes care of the

the sponsorship of Volcom and later with

of income for most of the local inhabitants.

house, and though at first they might not

his current sponsor Rip Curl. He cites

Tourism eventually brought other options

have been very happy about their son’s

surfing legend Made Switra as his biggest

such as homestays and restaurants, and

choice of activities, certainly now they are

influence and teacher in Bali, while back

with those came the sport of surfing.

proud of their son’s achievements, as all

in Lembongan it was senior surfer Ware-

three are sponsored by major surf brands.

Ware who he says gave him the most help

“My parents never forbid us from surfing,

and guidance during his early years.

He is one of four children in his family, three boys and a girl, and all three boys

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Pulu’s first trip abroad was to Biarritz in France as the Indonesian Quiksilver King of the Groms Champion in 2006. He was just 14 years old.

His innate surfing skills have been further honed through contact with the

Ediana Putra traveled to New Zealand

many talented Balinese surfers on this

to participate in the Quiksilver ISA World

island and the myriad of pro surfers who

Junior Championships, and then a couple

come to Bali regularly, together with his

of months later he went to Bells Beach in

experiences traveling and competing in

Australia to compete in the Rip Curl World

countries such as France, Japan, Australia,

GromSearch Finals. In a highly competitive

and New Zealand.

event that was eventually won by Gabrial

Hermawan’s first trip abroad was

and himself proud with a 4th place finish.

Quiksilver King of the Groms Champion

In 2009 he also competed in Australia,

in 2006. He was just 14 years old and

surfing to a 3rd place finish in the Occy

so was accompanied by well-known

Grom Comp in Duranbah Queensland. island with a population less than most

much at all, knowing neither French nor

large apartment complexes in Jakarta.

Congratulations Putra Hermawan,

international language like English would

2010 Coca-Cola ISC Open and Pro Junior

be indispensable to his future.

Champion! ■

And he has had plenty of opportunity to

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Not bad for a young kid from a tiny

remembers not being able to communicate English, and realizing that knowing an

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Medina of Brazil, Hermawan did Indonesia

to Biarritz in France as the Indonesian

pro surfer Made “Bol” Adi Putra. He

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junior surfers including his younger brother

Text and photos by

practice his English recently, as earlier this

Tim Hain – Coca-Cola ISC Tour

year in January he and 7 other Indonesian

www.isctour.com

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PONDERINGPOINT

REEF ENHANCEMENT AND RESTORATION IN THE NORTH

coral reefs in the region. While the projects are providing biologists Sebastian Ferse and Sascha Romatzki with data for their Ph.D. thesis, the house reef of the resort is being augmented by some snorkel and diving attractions in a total area of 360 m2. This is a small but modest beginning, which the resort management sees as a

THE ISSUE

makes the settlement of new coral larvae

Globally, coral reefs are either already

difficult or even impossible. And once the

affected or now being threatened by

coral is absent from a reef, many of the

human impact and the ongoing climate

other residents of the reef such as the

change. What were once colorful

colorful Butterflyfish, Sweetlips, Groupers

underwater wonderlands, seducing us

and small “Nemos” to name but a few are

to travel around the globe to dive in and

also missing.

pilot study for future projects in the region.

THE PROJECTS BIOROCKS – ‘ELECTRIC REEFS’ The German architect Prof. Wolf

marvel at their beauty, can soon turn into

To help the Cradle of the Tropical

rubble fields. Once a reef is destroyed, it

Oceans – as we might call coral reefs

‘electric reefs’ in the 70s. The underlying

may take years or even several decades

due to their breathtaking biodiversity

principle is pretty straightforward. A

before it will regain its former beauty. The

– on a global scale surely is a difficult if

low-current electrical field is induced

biggest problem with a damaged reef lies

not impossible task. But what we can

between an anode (titanium mesh) and a

in the instability of the substrate: coral that

do as individuals is to take care and be

cathode (conductive material of any kind

die are slowly turned into dead fragments

responsible for those things that are under

and shape). On the cathode, minerals

loosely covering the bottom by biological

our direct influence.

dissolved in the seawater accrete in the

Hilbertz developed the method of

erosion. Even if crucial parameters such

This is why the Gangga Island Resort

as water quality and temperature remain

and Spa currently supports two German

as this is the natural building material

optimal for coral growth, waves and

marine biologists who are working on

of coral reefs. Naturally, this limestone

currents are moving the rubble around; this

different methods for the enhancement of

is being produced by billions of small

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form of CaCO3 (also known as limestone),

animals that are familiar to us in their

structures. Every month he examines the

gorgonians and coral. Additionally, live

colonial form: the coral in their different

growth and vitality of the coral. He then

coral fragments are being transplanted into

shapes and colors.

compares these data with observations of

one of the three squares.

While in nature it takes decades to build up massive limestone structures,

colonies in the neighboring reef.

As time progresses, these metal

Using video recordings and surveys by SCUBA divers, the fish communities above

the production of limestone is being

structures will slowly be overgrown and they

the three sites are being monitored and

increased significantly by the bio rocks.

will provide shelter to an increasing number

compared with each other. Additionally,

Within 24 hours, a thin white crust begins

of reef inhabitants.

the settlement rates of coral larvae are

to accumulate on the metal of the cathode.

being assessed with the help of limestone plates onto which the larvae settle.

process continues. After only two weeks

STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS AND LIVE CORALS

the blank metal is completely covered,

In a second experiment, M.Sc. Sebastian

to gain more information about potential

and a new substrate for the settlement

Ferse is examining the relative influence

methods for the rehabilitation of coral

of sessile, or non-moving, organisms is

of three-dimensional structures and living

reefs and their effects and in due course

produced. The electrical field responsible

coral on the fish community of a reef.

additional structures will be built close to

for this rapid accumulation of limestone

Three squares of 10x10 meters, originally

the villages of Gangga Island to provide

probably serves an additional purpose:

covered only with coral rubble, are being

the villagers with richer fishing fields and an

according to theory, the growth of coral

observed for the duration of two years.

added attraction for visitors to the island. â–

attached to the metal structures is being

One site serves as a control and remains

enhanced as well.

unchanged. In the two others, bamboo

The layer grows thicker and harder as the

Dip. Biol. Sascha Romatzki is testing

The results of this experiment will help

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shelter for fish and other reef residents,

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

In the village of Ubung Kaja, located in Banjar Benoh Kaja, Denpasar, large-scale production of pottery items are carried out by elderly craftswomen.

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BENOH: POTTERY PROFUSION

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n the early 20th century when plastic

can be examined in various collections

was discovered, it did not take long for

found in museums that correspond to

paso and pane, large traditional pots.

it to become one of the most popular

different civilizations and cultures. Despite

Other objects include jeding that serves

materials the world has ever known.

its primordial existence, pottery and

as a place for rice grains, gebeh water

Rapidly plastics replaced a lot of

ceramics seemingly are the two types of

jars and traditional clay stoves for cooking

things that were originally made from

items that have never become outdated.

with the aid of a wood fire. Pottery items of

stone, wood, or other organic materials

They are still manufactured today, in

this type are usually plain and do not use

including clay.

common original forms and in new forms.

patterned decorations on their surface.

Fortunately this substitution did not

In Bali there are several places known

Some of the objects they produce are

More for function than fashion.

happen as a whole, meaning that there

from times of yore that produce famous

are still many using these natural products.

pottery. Pejaten Village is a pottery

compared to those in other villagers, as

Now that the trend of minimizing the use

center in the district of Tabanan. Despite

almost all of them are elderly women. They

of plastics is growing, the use of natural

producing various kinds of pottery, their

carry on with pottery as a sideline of their

materials is being emphasized and

main production is actually tiles. That is

daily routine and village life.

encouraged.

why this village name is easily a moniker

Some of the most popular natural material products these days are those

for ‘village-produced tiles’.

The village of Basang Tamiang in the

Benoh craftspeople are unique

Made Suweta, a coordinator of the crafters, said that the younger generations in the villages are usually not interested in

made up of clay. The difference between

Badung Regency produces pottery items

this line of work. He has tried to invite them

ceramics and clay is that the earthenware

that are commonly used for ceremonial

to join in, but to no avail.

pottery goes through a single firing process

purposes. Most of the pottery that they

and is not glazed. Contrarily, ceramics

make is small items. While in the village of

and a great deal of concentration and

appear more shiny and lustrous from the

Ubung Kaja, in Banjar Benoh Kaja Denpasar

patience, for sure. Processing and molding

glazing process.

to be precise, larger size pottery items are

the clay into the desired shape takes

the main focus of production – items usually

several processes.

Both pottery and ceramics were discovered centuries ago. Historic remains

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craftspeople elderly, the technology they use is also quite old and takes a long time to process. The slabs are placed on a swivel top and are slowly formed with delicate hand gestures.

Actually they have obtained a rotator that works mechanically, but they prefer to use the more familiar ‘old way’ technique.

Sometimes the old way is indeed better for those are already familiar with it.

When creating a form, the craftsmen can be easily seen working on the pottery very thoroughly and painstakingly.

A little water is added to make the material malleable. Their fingers move with a definite rhythm. Making grooves, smoothing edges, transforming a piece of slab into a high art form of pottery can happen in just a few minutes.

Completed clay objects have their surfaces smoothed as necessary. Before continuing on to the next stage, the pottery is allowed to stand for at least an hour, and put aside until the previously soft texture hardens. After it is set, the pottery is ready to be turned upside down and

The locals and the people of Bali in general still widely use these type of pottery for their domestic household uses. material. The red type of clay has a tough

The collected clay cannot be directly

character, slightly sticky and malleable. It

processed for it needs to be kneaded

is obtained through the process of manual

in order to release the trapped air. This

excavation. At the exact location, people

kneading can be done by treading, but in

just need to dig to a depth of one meter

Benoh the craftsmen prefer to carry out the

and they have their raw material.

work by hand and pounding it with wood.

But it seems that the raw clay

This process can actually be made

material in the village of Benoh has now

easier by the use of a milling machine. But

been exhausted. As this craft has been

the manual process is better because the

cultivated for many years, they now

craftsmen can straightforwardly sense the

have to bring in clay from other areas

most suitable soil condition. So in order

such as from the Darmasaba area of the

reduce the breakage of the pottery at the

Badung regency. This has led to a sort of

time of the heating process, a little sand

dependency. For example, if the area has

or sandstone powder is always added to

experienced a considerable amount of

the clay.

precipitation, clay supplies are scarce; it is very difficult to gather clay in the rain.

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Now the materials are ready to be formed. In Benoh, not only are the

A little water is added to make the material malleable. Their fingers move with a definite rhythm. Making grooves, smoothing edges, transforming a piece of slab into a high art form of pottery in just a matter of minutes.

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improvements are done to the base.

Previously, when they produced and

apparently attracted many who are willing

sold individually they often succumbed

to learn more about the traditional pottery

drying to reduce the moisture content.

to unsatisfactory deals. The pottery was

in Bali. These groups often make requests

This process can be terminated when the

either purchased extremely cheap or even

to see the process of pottery making

initially dark-colored pottery has turned

bartered in exchange for rice or other

directly.

lighter. It will then be ready for the kiln

kitchen and household purposes.

This process still requires a further

heating of 3 hours at approximately 900

The innocent village women would

Some Dutch tourists have even come and visited just to reminisce. They heard

degrees centigrade to make it strong and

usually and easily accept the deal and the

the story about pottery in Benoh from

not easily breakable.

events continued until they grouped up

their parents, who lived in Bali long ago.

in an association coordinated by Wayan

Witnessing the pottery in Benoh is like

ready to be used according to its desired

Suweta. Now there are 26 craftsmen

seeing a glimpse into the past. How a

function. For more beautiful results, they can

After the heating stage, the pottery is

(craftswomen) who work in the group.

simple piece is passionately handled by

be painted or varnished. But the pottery in

Unlike other craftsmen’s groups

such aged people, and their techniques

Benoh once again, has a simple look that

whose production is volume-oriented,

still manual and traditional. The objects and

actually gives it a more natural appeal.

they work at very flexible time schedules.

utensils are also the objects that have now

The locals and the people of Bali in

Certain occasions such as during Hindu

been largely supplanted by plastic found in

general still commonly use this pottery

holidays, the traditional call to distribute

supermarkets.

for their domestic purposes. But the

tasks through the collaborative concept of

tourism industry now uses it for garden

gotong-royong, or wedding celebrations

as a pitiful or underdeveloped state. But

decorations, in spas, and for other

and Ngaben cremation ceremonies, the

believe it or not, this happens to be an

aesthetic functions.

pottery workshops look abandoned. Only

advantage and a special characteristic of

one or two people would be seen tending

the domestic industry in Benoh. â–

to the clay.

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In Benoh, the potters sell collectively to strengthen the price and are not easily played by the market and buyers.

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The pottery crafts of Benoh have

This for some can easily be judged

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RAJA AMPAT:

LAST (HIDDEN) PARADISE? A hidden paradise revealed, with news of it spreading by word of mouth. According to one of the leading environmental NGOs, 75% of all the known coral species are found in its surrounding seas. However, behind the shimmer and despite various efforts from the world community and local authorities, Raja Ampat is still shadowed by potential threats that could destroy not only its position as a favorite destination but more importantly its function as the world’s foremost marine haven of biodiversity.

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P

erhaps this is a place

small islands (I later found out that Misool

specimens of flora and fauna, particularly

in the archipelago

was also included in the territory, from the

the Bird of Paradise, and he wrote fairly

most hotly discussed

four Rajas or ‘large’ islands from which

detailed notes and drew the islands in its

during the past decade.

the name is derived). This was an area

path, including the villages he visited that

Although its name,

that was really unfamiliar and mystifying

still exist to this day.

‘Raja Ampat’, had just

because of the small amount of information

started to be widely known in the last 10 years, I personally first heard about its awesomeness about 15-20 years ago.

available.

I found more information about

Wallace describes in his legendary book (an everlasting one that remains widely influential), “…this gulf along its shore was

these islands in western Papua’s ‘bird’s

studded with numbers of rocky islets,

head’ (due to its shape on the map) in a

mostly mushroom shaped... every islet was

was that it remained a mystery to me at

phenomenal book written about 150 years

covered with strange-looking shrubs and

that time because it was not listed on

ago, The Malay Archipelago. Alfred Russell

trees, and generally was crowned by lofty

the map that I had. Later I bought a new

Wallace, the late naturalist, biologist and

and elegant palms, also which studded the

one and on it, clearly depicted were the

renowned explorer once set sail across

ridges of the mountainous shores, forming

‘four Rajas’ – Waigeo, the largest island,

the Raja Ampat Islands of Seram toward

one of the most singular and picturesque

Salawati, Batanta and the numerous other

Waigeo. Wallace’s desire was to collect

landscapes I have ever seen.”

The strange thing about it is its location

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Pacific Ocean and the Seram Sea, which

International, the researching of marine

Wallace one-and-a-half centuries ago when

Amazingly, I found what was written by

is right in the heart of the so called Coral

life diversity in Raja Ampat and Teluk

he passed through Dampier Strait between

Triangle, the world’s marine biodiversity

Cendrawasih (‘Bird of Paradise Bay’,

the islands of Gam and Waigeo, was still in

hub. Research carried out by The Nature

both located in the ‘Bird’s Head’ area

fact the same when I got there. We were

Conservancy and its partners in 2002

of north Papua) show a world record

winding through green rivers with strong

revealed that 75% of the coral species of

high. Furthermore, strong currents in

currents as described by the botanist

main marine ecosystems known to man

the 40,000-hectare area spread coral

and mushroom-shaped limestone rocks

are found in Raja Ampat! This is 10 times

larvae into the Indian and Pacific Oceans,

adorned the strait that made for beautiful

that found throughout the Caribbean,

which further nurture coral ecosystems

and unusual scenery. If we looked closely,

for example. And the wonders of Raja

around the world. Thus the importance of

the rocks covered with palms up to its

Ampat do not stop there. More than 1,000

the position of Raja Ampat, not only for

peaks are actually sea coral formations that

species of fish have also been identified as

Indonesia but also for the entire ecosystem

used to house marine life until they rose up

living in a new area that has recently been

of the world. No wonder that these islands

above the surface of the water.

developed into a district.

made it to be proposed to be added to the

These islands are located between the 46

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According to Conservation

UNESCO World Heritage List.

reef at low tide. My own experience of a few days was that we often entered into a beautiful area with shallow water, which levels could become even shallower again during the ebb tide. The keels of boats can easily collide against the coral reef.

Boatmen should be given counseling and provided a good understanding of the linkages between the environment and

Cruising through the Kabui area as described and reminscent of notes in Alfred Russell Wallace’s book.

A Moi dancer plays beats on a traditional drum (above).

The region is rich with unparalleled natural beauty.

their life professions. The desire to create a hotel, resort, and so forth should also be looked at with this balance in mind.

The desire for development in Wayag in my opinion should be reviewed because

THE NEED FOR “REAL ACTION”

this method, together with cyanide fishing,

of the fact that this special area should be

trawling, and shark-finning has been

free from human touch (i.e. hotels, resorts,

Raja Ampat, first “discovered” by world

banned throughout the islands).

restaurants, etc.) to maintain its pristine

diving enthusiasts and researchers are

The Raja Ampat expansion into

beauty. Which is its most valuable asset.

most widely enjoyed by the “discoverers”

a Maritime Regency and tourism

themselves. A number of hotels and dive

destination in itself imposes threats

be prevented. Waste disposal should

Irresponsible and illegal logging must

centers have been established and are

to the environment. The number of

be taken into account. Dumping into the

undeniably flourishing, and the economic

tourists’ arrivals could put pressure to the

ocean would cause definite pollution.

dividends trickle into the local community.

environment. For example uninformed

Similarly, coastal pollution due to the large

But the numbers are still relatively small, or

snorkeling tourists who tread on the coral.

number of people’s motor boats (from

even still far from enough. The population

Or most obvious, the trash that follows.

fuel spills and engine leaks). Maybe there

of the Raja Ampat Islands, approximately

Members of the tourism industry also have

should be some special permit so that the

40,000, has so far mostly relied on the

to understand aspects of environmental

number of boat motors can be controlled

sea for their livelihood. The old days were

conservation, such as ensuring that the

and restricted. I myself was disappointed

filled with fish bombing and so forth (now

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WAIGEO SORONG REGENCY

WEST PAPUA

DAMPIER STRAIT

BATANTA SALAWATI

that resembles any other city in the archipelago. As a visitor who comes from far away, I do not imagine Raja Ampat

SORONG WEST PAPUA

KOFIAN

in the so exotic shadows that turn out to greet me with a concrete pier and the array of heavy equipment, bald land and paved beaches resembling that of Ancol Beach in Jakarta, which happens to be only a few miles away from where I live.

MISOOL

Another form of threat occurs on land;

CERAM SEA

logging for example, both legal and illegal, especially on the four major islands of Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati and Misool.

Forests also form valuable assets for Raja Ampat. Mining was to be carried out on Gag and Kawe Islands. Also, a number of bare fields I saw led to landscape

of Muka, Waigeo and Bessir, Gam while

(Conservation International, The Nature

‘baldness’ on a number of small islands

his assistants were in Misool).

Conservancy and the WWF) and two

in the Dampier Strait. However the land

Again, we certainly do not express

country NGOs (COREMAP and the Papuan

biodiversity is no less awesome. One

that its people should still be left behind,

Sea Turtle Foundation) have played an

unforgettable experience in Waigeo was

underdeveloped for instance. No. But

important role in conservation efforts and

the sounds of the many birds singing in

in fact there are real similarities shared

in educating local residents on these world

the morning. Wandering throughout the

between the social interests and

famous islands. So far the local community

archipelago for nearly 21 years, never had

environmental conservation there. If nature

has amply appreciated the conservation

I experienced the orchestral vibrancy as

is damaged, so will the asset and the

programs and sustainable economic

it was every morning there. No wonder

opportunity to obtain long-term economic

developments.

Wallace, who had a special interest in

benefits. Therefore, the first thing is the

birds, would bother to journey to Raja

importance of awareness of the need to

progress and commitment that has not

Ampat, spending several weeks just to

protect this invaluable asset.

only been carried out by local authorities,

travel the high seas (he lived in the villages

Currently three international NGOs

Thumbs up of course to all the

but also by the local people, who with extraordinary awareness were willing to change their mindsets. But we must also remain aware that threats continue to exist.

Therefore we must support the Raja Ampat authorities and the NGOs in their continued commitment to implement and realize its visions and its programs as a maritime regency. So this ‘paradise on earth’ will not become lost following the other Garden of Eden’s that have. ■

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CAPITALCORNER

SWEET COLORFUL NIGHTS AT THE AMUSEMENT PARK

E

ven in the outskirts

of Jakarta, where houses are more

of Jakarta, there

crowded and the spirit of communal living

is never shortage

is still strong among the residents.

of entertainment.

In some areas, night markets are held

On certain nights,

on a weekly basis. On that particular night,

pasar malam or night

everyone in the area will leave their homes

markets appear in residential areas. The

and have a good time until way past their

lack of open areas or fields does not pose

bedtimes, just like when the circus comes

a problem. They usually close a section of

to town.

a street and put up stalls selling clothes,

Go further out of the city to areas like

toys, pirated CDs and DVDs, food and

Depok or Pamulang which are roughly

more. Dangdut music blares from the

20 km out of Jakarta, and you can find

barely working speakers that create more

a different kind of night market, the kind

noise than actual sounds, inviting more

that is nearing extinction, making way to

and more crowds to browse, shop, eat

a more modern and sophisticated form of

and socialize until way past midnight.

entertainment.

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People call it pasar malam too, just like the night bazaar, but this particular

When it comes to nighttime entertainment, Jakarta has almost everything covered.

The streets never seem to sleep, teeming with partygoers and thrill seekers until the wee hours of the morning. From fancy clubs to dangdut bars, the city clearly has what it takes to amuse everyone.

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In some areas, night markets are held weekly.

On that particular night, everyone in the area will leave their homes and have a good time until way past their bedtimes, just like when the circus comes to town.

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As entertainment for the less affluent, entry is shockingly cheap. For a mere Rp 4,000 you can enjoy all rides, which usually consist of a Ferris wheel, a merry-go-round and a choo-choo train around the park.

sweet popcorn. The vendors are not even aware that in other parts of the city popcorn is usually salty. The drinks are also very sweet. There are choices of cheap colas or syrup drinks, but instead of putting them in cups the drink vendors sell the drinks in small plastic bags and you drink it out of the bags using a straw. If you can ignore the sugar overdose, sucking on drinks like this can be quite nostalgic.

It takes you back twenty or thirty years to when paper cups or plastic cups were not commonly used. pasar malam is more like an amusement

and a choo-choo train that goes around

park than a market. It has everything that

the park, a real treat for children.

makes an amusement park: fun rides,

None of these rides are machine

The entertainment is not limited only to children. Adults too can have a good time in the park. For a bit of a scare, try

adrenaline pumping attractions, and of

operated. They are all manually operated

the haunted house. Even if it doesn’t scare

course stalls selling cotton candy and

by hand. The rides can accommodate

you at least it’s quite an experience. The

sickly sweet syrupy drinks.

only six to eight people and they don’t go

haunted house is a tent that is pitch dark.

very high. But children are squealing with

When you enter the tent you can barely

delight nevertheless.

see anything. Horror soundtracks will be

This amusement park is held for a certain period of time on a football field or in a big parking lot. Just like a circus,

On the outer ring of park there are stalls

played but the quality of the audio is very

it moves from one area to another. After

that sell snacks and all sorts of souvenirs.

poor so it does not really add to the horror.

running for a week or two in certain area,

Most popular for visitors are the light

As you walk from one side of the tent to

they will pack up and leave and set it all up

sticks that can be worn as bracelets or

the other, someone will breathe on your

again in another area.

necklaces, and the glow-in-the-dark devil

neck and make some scary sounds. At

horns.

one point a skeleton will appear with some

As entertainment for the less affluent groups in Jakarta, the entry ticket is

Snacks consist of several amusement

more breathing on your neck, and then

shockingly cheap. For a mere Rp 4,000

park essentials: cotton candy, peanuts

you can enjoy all the rides, which usually

and popcorn. Interestingly enough, the

you are out of the tent.

The real scare though, happens in

consist of a Ferris wheel, a merry-go-round

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Night markets or night bazaars like this are usually held in the less affluent suburbs of Jakarta, where houses are more crowded and the spirit of communal living is still strong.

parks call this attraction roda gila or crazy

These people are amazingly talented

sometimes. To collect their thoughts,

wheels, and some call it tong setan or the

and brave. Judging from the ticket price,

regain their energies and prepare for the

devil’s barrel. This is actually a free style

they probably don’t earn that much,

next battle. Entertainment serves exactly

motorbike attraction known in the Western

probably not more than the popcorn

that purpose. Amusement parks exist

world as the Walls of Death.

vendors. Yet they get up there, risking

as an escape from the pressure or the

their lives night after night for the sake of

mundane lifestyle. It’s like entering another

entertaining people.

realm, where dangers don’t exist and life is

Some of the freestylers are so young they can barely pass as adults. Watching them expertly and fearlessly doing their

Living in a city as densely populated as

always as pink, fuzzy and sweet as cotton

stunts on their motorbikes, speeding

Jakarta can take its toll on anyone. People

from the left to the right wall with helmets

are competing on every level. The city is

of questionable quality as their only

unforgiving and fast. Those who cannot

Text by Patricia Ivana

protection, the attraction is truly blood

keep up will be left behind.

Photos by Josua Alessandro

pumping.

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candy. ■

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Mentari Sanur Hotel

HOTELHIGHLIGHTS The Mentari Sanur Hotel is tucked away down a small side street just off Jalan Hangtuah at the northern end off Sanur, Bali’s most enchanted village. Shaded by frangipani trees, this two-storey 28 rooms hotel offers the ideal combination of modern facilities and a charming Balinese atmosphere with family style hospitality and service.

A large luxury private swimming pool is the right place for you to pamper your self and relax in a privacy atmosphere under a warm tropical sun. Tunjung Restaurant offers a combination of continental and traditional Balinese dining, cozy lounge is the area where you can sit down, relax, and bar will serves you varieties of drinks. Free exclusive broadband internet access.

Located in a tranquil coastal village of Sanur make the Mentari Sanur Hotel is situated in an ideal location with immediate access to the main highway and just minutes from many great tourist activities and attraction, 25 minutes drive to the Ngurah Rai International Airport, 20 minutes drive to Kuta Beach, 5 minutes drive to the Sanur shopping area, 10 minutes drive to Denpasar and 30 minutes to Ubud.

Jl. Hangtuah III No.3, Sanur Tel: (0361) 283-286, Fax: (0361) 283-017 E-mail: sales@mentarisanur.com Website: www.mentarisanur.com

Pool Villa Club Sanur Beach Bali The Pool Villa Club at Sanur Beach Bali offers luxurious one-bedroom ocean view villas with direct beach access.

Each villa boasts a private terrace and its own 11-meter private pool also comes with a majestic bed, living and dining areas and expansive gardens with gazebo. The villas have fully equipped kitchens with breakfast bar, a spacious bathroom with Jacuzzi and walk-in wardrobes. Guests may take the option of dining at the gazebo while enjoying the beach and the ocean. Personal butlers provide personalized services. A perfect place for couples, families or to entertain friends.

Sanur Beach Bali also features 426 rooms and suites, 2 large pools, a choice of restaurants and bars.

Jl. Danau Tamblingan, Sanur 80228 Bali, Indonesia Ph: +62 361 288011 Fax: +62 361 287566 reservation@sanurbeach.aerowisata.com www.sanurbeach.aerowisata.com

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

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

Jl. Raya Uluwatu, Br. Bakung Sari, Ungasan, South Kuta, Bali Tel. (0361) 708 199; Fax. (3361) 708 168 E-mail: reservation@dreamland-villa.com sales@dreamland-villa.com www.dreamland-villa.com

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

The Patra Bali

Resort & Villas The Patra Bali Resort & Villas is an 11 hectare five star resort in Tuban, offering one of the largest guestrooms in Kuta. All decorated in traditional Balinese style with exquisite wooden furnishings overlooking exotic tropical landscapes. The hotel has a warm and peaceful atmosphere and is ideal for total relaxation!

The Resort has 206 rooms and suites, all beautifully appointed, with marble bathrooms and five-star amenities. There is a huge swimming pool right by the sea. The 22 Villas are a semi-boutique concept, giving extra privacy and luxury for families or couples.

Many have private plunge pools, and they’ve all 24-hour butler service. Villa guests have their own huge seaside swimming pool and exclusive use of the Floating Heritage Lounge. The hotel offers more facilities like 4 restaurants, convention centers, a Kids club, Spa & Health club, a Beach Bar and free shuttle service to Kuta.

Jl. Ir. H. Juanda, South Kuta Beach, Kuta Tel : (0361) 751-161 Fax: (0361) 752-030 reservation.bali@patra-jasa.com www.patrabali.com

The location is ideal, a huge landscaped property on South Kuta Beach, directly on the Indian Ocean and next to the international airport. A 5-minute drive north brings you to the heart of Kuta’s BALI&BEYOND DECEMBER 2010 59 shopping district.

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AYANA RESORT AND SPA BALI ALILA VILLAS SOORI The Alila Villas Soori presents its holiday season festivities starting off with Chef Ashton Hall and his culinary brigade’s “Reverse” dinner in Cotta on December 22. A set of authentic courses served in reverse, starting the dinner with coffee and chocolate and ending with a starter - at US$55 per person. A Grand Degustation Fare on December 25 features a five-course gourmet menu at US$75 per person. The New Years Eve Extravaganza bids farewell to 2010 with a lavish buffet from multiple action stations ranging from flambé, oyster and salad bars as well as barbeques. A colossal Balinese dance opens and DJ Dochin plays to welcome in 2011.

Alila Villas Soori, (0361) 894-6388

The Ayana Resort and Spa features Teddy Bear Tea at the Damar Terrace with Santa, who will give each child a teddy bear and a Christmas cookie bag on December 18. Christmas story telling will also be held - priced at Rp. 160,000++ per person. December 14 and 21 sees a Christmas Cooking Class with Executive Chef Giordano Faggioli, who will present a traditional Italian festive menu for Rp. 800,000++ per person (with 50% deposit required). From

ANANTARA SEMINYAK The Anantara Seminyak Resort presents a Christmas Eve 5-Course Thai Wine Dinner at the Wild Orchid with matching Australian wines and a 5-Course Christmas Wine Dinner at SOS Supper Club on December 24. Both are priced at Rp. 850,000++ per person inclusive of imported wines.

For Christmas, a 4-course set lunch menu awaits you and your family at the poolside of the Wild Orchid for Rp 450,000++ for adults and Rp 250,000++ for kids. A 5-course dinner (wine included) from 7.30 pm to 11 pm at the Wild Orchid Thai restaurant features a New Years themed celebration with New World Australian wines perfectly matched to the superb flavors of Thai cuisine - at Rp. 1,400,000++ per person and includes free entry to the SOS NYE party.

Anantara Seminyak, (0361) 737-773

December 28 to January 3, Alma Desnuda performs live acoustic sets every sunset at the Rock Bar. This four-piece band hails from San Francisco and is coming to Bali especially to perform at the Ayana for the festive program.

Ayana Resort and Spa Bali, (0361) 702-222

BALI DYNASTY Gracie Kelly’s Festive Season parties are celebrated in a traditional Irish Pub setting for just Rp.150,000 nett per person.

You can enjoy a three-course dinner with turkey and all the trimmings, a welcome drink, party novelties and live music with the Rais Paddies band. Gracie’s Year End Party Menu starts off with piping hot potato and leek soup served with country loaf; or fresh

DISCOVERY KARTIKA PLAZA The Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel presents a Special Christmas Seafood Buffet Dinner at at the Pond Cafe on December 24. Seafood combinations are blended with a jazz performance at Rp. 250,000 per person including a welcome drink. A special Christmas Set Dinner Menu on December 24 and 25 at Tepan Noodle and La Cucina Restaurant at Rp 450,000++ per person is also available. The spectacular year-end party, “Atlantis the Lost Empire” kicks off at the Kharisma Ballroom on December 31 at 8 pm, for Rp. USD175++ per person.

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seafood in a thick and creamy soup, also served with country loaf.

For the main course there’s a duet of Roast Turkey and Honey Glazed Ham with apple and herb stuffing, cauliflower in cheese sauce, roast potato cranberry compote and rich wine gravy. For desserts there’s a choice of warm Fruit-Mince Pies with white brandy sauce or Gracie’s freshly baked hot date pudding with sticky toffee sauce and served with a scoop of ice cream. Available for a minimum of 10 persons through December 23.

Bali Dynasty Resort, (0361) 752-403

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Bali Jegeg Restaurant

Fortuin Cafe - Live & Fresh Grilled Seafood

ocated at the best hidden paradise in Munduk village, which is famous for their beautiful waterfall in North Bali, Bali Jegeg Restaurant is the only place to make your fantasy become real for having your meals while enjoying the nice view of mountains and ocean.

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Surrounded by fresh air, amidst coffee and clove plantations, Bali Jegeg Restaurant is just a few minutes away from Munduk waterfall, so it is a perfect choice for you to have your meals after a trekking down to the waterfall.

Fortuin Cafe, in operations since 2001, is located at the Jimbaran Bay / Kedonganan Beach. A four months renovation program has recently come to a completion, and now it has a new look, throughout its design and interiors. Most important is that the service is up to international standards and yet with Bali hospitality and local nuance.

Bali Jegeg Restaurant Desa Munduk, Singaraja, North Bali (+62) 362 700 1634 or (+62) 877 62766 199 E-mail : balijegeg.restaurant@yahoo.com

Besides being famous for their traditional Balinese coffee, Bali Jegeg Restaurant also serves Western and Indonesian cuisines such as Seafood Kebab, Sandwiches, Pasta, Bakmie, Nasi Goreng and many others at valuable prices.

After enjoying your meals, do not forget to conclude it with a cup of the famous Balinese coffee. For sure it would make your day perfect. Only at Bali Jegeg Restaurant.

For reservations, please dial: (0362) 700-1634 or (62) 877-62766-199

Chinoiserie - Dining, Lounge, Bar

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ts easy access to and from the highway, highlighted by its superb sunset cocktail and seafood dinner, Jimbaran Bay / Kedonganan Beach become a must visit dining destination while in Bali.

hinoiserie can accommodate your corporate event or private function for up to 300-400 guests for formal meals or casual cocktail parties.

Be it a cozy dinner party in our air-conditionned VIP area or a casual coccktail party at the Paddi Bar overlooking the rice fields, we can customize and plan the perfect event for you.

Chinoiserie also offers off-site catering services, transporting our culinary expertise from our kitchen to your event venue. We can cater for all your needs - no event is too great or too small for us, customizing a menu to suit your tastes, needs and budget.

We also serve Special or Romantic Sunset Dinner Parties for birthdays, company gatherings, other occasions and wedding receptions.

Jln. Pantai kedonganan, Jimbaran Bay, Kuta – Bali Tel. +62 361 7893583 Fax. +62 361 702553 E-mail: info@fortuincafe.com www.fortuincafe.com

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Bella Rosa Italian Restaurant

ucked in Legian’s most perfect hideaway of Padma Resort Bali, Bella Rosa Italian Restaurant is open for dinner daily serving the finest Italian cuisine from 17:00 – 23:00 hrs with an uninterrupted view of the beach and spectacular Sunset.

An array of sunset drinks, pizzas and tapas are served daily at Sunset Bar with live entertainment from 17:00 – 20:00 hrs.

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Flavor of Italy Buffet Dinner is available on Monday and Wednesday nights from 18:00 – 21:30 hrs at only Rp 235,000 ++ per person and 50% discount for children under 12 years old with our Quartet Strollers entertaining you with the remake of your favorite tunes.

Please email us at info@chinoiseriebali.com to work through the details of your event.

For reservations, please dial: 62 361 8088 777 or 62 813 444 23 777 (Chef Alan).

This festive season, Chinoiserie wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

No. 7 Jl. Sunset Road, Kuta - Bali Tel: 62 361 8088777 info@chinoiseriebali.com www.chinoiseriebali.com

Ride the local outrigger, toast to the sunset and then enjoy your tasteful seafood dinner, grilled, fried, steamed or at your choice at Fortuin Cafe, The Chosen, at Jimbaran Bay / Kedonganan Beach. It promises an unforgettable time in Bali.

BELLA ROSA ITALIAN ESTAURANT @ Padma Resort Bali Jalan Padma no 1 – Legian, Kuta Tel: 62 361 752 111 ext.1806 E-mail: fb@padmaresortbali.com www.padmaresortbali.com

With the stunning location and setting, Bella Rosa is available to cater small and private dinner at the terrace overlooking the beach while you’re enjoying the sunset or in the air conditioned dining room.

Come and celebrate the joy of Christmas Eve at Bella Rosa Italian Restaurant, Friday, December 24th 2010 from 19:30 – 22:30 hrs with an opulent 5 course dinner menu at Rp 645,000 ++ per person and be entertained by our Quartet Strollers.

Dinner reservation is recommended, come and share the joy of dining at Bella Rosa Italian Restaurant.

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pm. A cooking action gallery and carving demonstrations are to be held together with a live band, dancers, and door prizes - at Rp. 900,000++ per person.

Hotel Sanur Beach Bali, (0361) 288-011

INTERCONTINENTAL BALI RESORT FOUR SEASONS RESORTS The Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay presents a festive Christmas Eve dinner at the Italian restaurant Taman Wantilan. A pianist plays favorite holiday tunes and a choir from the Sidiastu Orphanage will enhance the evening, singing well-known and well-loved carols until 8.15 pm. The Beds on the Beach dining experience is available at US$125++ per person for dinner. For New Year’s Eve the Taman Wantilan features a Balinese Mystical Gala Evening accompanied by unique Balinese entertainers performing traditional dance and authentic Keroncong music. The evening begins at 7.30 pm and includes a sumptuous six-course set dinner especially prepared at US$385++ per person including a half bottle of champagne, or US$260++ per person without champagne. Meanwhile, at the Four Seasons Resort Sayan a special Christmas Eve set dinner menu at the Ayung Terrace is available for US$75++ per person, with a special candlelight celebration and accompaniment by a keroncong musical ensemble with holiday songs. On Christmas Day the Riverside Cafe features a special BBQ dinner buffet set along the poolside at US$75++ per person. New Year’s Eve is celebrated at the Ayung Terrace with a dinner priced at US$275++ per person and includes a glass of champagne.

Four Seasons Resorts Bali, (0361) 701-010

HOTEL SANUR BEACH BALI Sanur Beach Bali sees Santa swap reindeers for a Jetski on Christmas Eve, bearing bags of gifts and goodies for kids of all ages. Santa will be handing out the presents to the kids on the beach, and there will also be door prizes, fun games and entertainment for one and all.

Nearby, a cocktail party will serve refreshments including mulled wine and eggnog. A Christmas Eve Gala Dinner is served at the Tirta Restaurant, the highlight a Christmas Turkey with all the traditional trimmings. Sushi and sashimi stations will compliment the sumptuous buffet - priced at Rp 450,000++ per person. On New Year’s Eve the “Gold Silhouette” themed party promises non-stop fun and excitement to usher in the New Year. A sumptuous “around the world” buffet dinner and fantastic cocktail party starts at 7.30 62

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The Resort will host a charity painting exhibition with all proceeds going towards the daily operational costs of the Panti Salam Orphanage. The Spirit of Bali on December 25 has dinner served at Sunset Bar from 7.00 pm and performances begin at 7.30 pm, presenting Christmas with an authentic Balinese touch for your holiday pleasure.

A journey that explores the cultural and culinary delights of the island with an extensive buffet dinner and the performance of traditional dance. Priced at Rp 375,000++ per person. A Bali Vaganza on December 31 from 8.30 pm - 2.00 am kicks off at the Puri Kencana Ballroom at Rp 2,850,000++ per person.

InterContinental Bali Resort, (0361) 701-888

HOUSE OF JEMME This month sees the menu of Jemme Dining filled to the brim with culinary delights to suit all palates; yummy risottos, salads, and entrees as well as a surprise visit by a guest Australian Chef who will add some new flavors to the already exquisite menu. Celebrate Christmas with a 5-course set menu with the all time favorite of turkey adding that festive touch. A selection of glamorous cocktails as well as a more than reasonably priced and varied fine wine selection will see guests coming back for more. Open daily from

10am until late. The House of Jemme is also delighted to introduce its latest collection of precious and semi precious stones set in 18K yellow, rose or white gold, platinum and silver in its undeniably original yet timeless designs of rings, bracelets and necklaces - a perfect way to say ‘I love you’ at this special time of year. Open daily from 10am until late.

The House of Jemme, (0361) 732-392

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MAYA UBUD RESORT & SPA Christmas Carols performed by the Seeds of Hope Children’s Orphanage will fill the air in the lobby on Christmas Eve. Enjoy mulled wine and stollen with the resort’s compliments, free of charge. The Maya Sari Mas Restaurant at the Maya Ubud Resort presents an extravagant selection of festive season flavors with a ‘Christmas Festive Buffet’ at Rp 490,000++ per person. A Christmas Day Dinner at the Maya Sari Lembah features an ‘Italian Trattoria’ buffet that brings you tasty dishes from antipasta to zabaglione. On New Year’s Eve a ‘Maya Sari Feast around the World Gala Buffet Dinner’ kicks off from 7.00 pm with a traditional Balinese performance of a Legong Dance on the open air stage. Cocktails and canapés will be served before dining. The “Feast around the World Buffet” prepared by the team of Chef’s is an array of traditional, contemporary Asian and European dishes that will enhance the joys of the season. Join the colorful party for Rp 650,000++ per person, children 6-12 years at Rp 300,000++ per child, and children under 6 complimentary.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa, (0361) 977-888

THE LAGUNA RESORT & SPA A fine selection of exquisitely cuisine prepared by an awardwinning culinary team offers an epicurean journey of rich International, Asian and Indonesian flavors to suit every taste and mood at the Laguna. A delightful array of cuisine for Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations provide a wonderful dining experience.

During the New Year’s Eve celebration this year the Laguna Resort & Spa presents Santa Claus and a Children’s Choir, giving away presents as well as a variety of toffees and candies to children while walking around the resort, and a Children’s Choir adds a little more joy to the Christmas spirit with Christmas melodies. A Christmas Celebration, Indonesian Style at the Mayang Sari Restaurant on December 24 and 25 features a lavish set menu of richly flavored modern Indonesia cuisine created by award-winning Executive Chef I Made Putra - priced at Rp 625.000++ per person. A New Year’s Eve Epicurean Journey at the Mayang Sari Restaurant on December 31 features a range of refreshing cocktails and champagne from 06.30 pm- 07.30 pm, and then savour Chef Nikolaj Retpen’s cuisine which include Osetra caviar, Balinese reef lobster tail, foie gras, braised quail, grilled Kobe beef and much more, prepared flawlessly for this special occasion. This 9-course luxury set menu provides a wonderful celebration in Bali for the year’s end, while an enchanting melody performed by the “String Quartet” perfects this unforgettable moment with loved ones - at US$ 280++ per person.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali (0361) 771-327

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RAMA CANDIDASA RESORT & SPA The Rama Candidasa presents a Bali Aga Gala Dinner on December 31 to celebrate New Year Eve. Special highlights include a Hotel Buffet Dinner, spectacular entertainment, dozens of door prizes and various games. The gala dinner will take place at the Garpu Restaurant & Bar and is priced at US$110 nett per person.

Rama Candidasa Resort & Spa, (0363) 41-974

The Spirit of Bali on December 31 invites you to experience a mystical evening. This Gala Dinner features an extravagant performance of Balinese contemporary dance choreographed by the island’s renowned artist Sura. The “Spirit of Bali” kicks off at 7 pm and goes until late, priced at US$250++ per adult, US$125 per child (4 to 12 years old) and complimentary for children under 4 years old. While the adults enjoy themselves in the grandiose Nusa Indah Hall, a Kids party will be held for young festival participants just next door in the Flower Rooms, with fun games, drinks and a complete buffet dinner. There will be prizes to be won, entertainment and activities to be enjoyed - US$40++ per child from age 4 to 12 years old, complimentary for children below 4 years old.

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ON CAMERA Biasa ArtSpace hosts an exhibition of artist collective MES 56, through On Camera. The exhibition, curated by Alia Swastika, opens on December 16 at 6 pm and will run through February 11, 2011. The visual art exhibition On Camera signifies an important phase in MES 56’s passage as part of a discourse on the contemporary arts in Indonesia. In 2004 in Yogyakarta, MES 56 was established during the time when Indonesian photography had a strong tendency to only be explored in the realm of journalism. Their goal: introduce new approaches in the field of photography by positioning it in the field of the arts and at the same time question the role of photography in presenting reality. The exhibition explores ideas about the camera itself, which has always been defined only as an object (tool). Conversely, the exploration of the camera notions a new ideology in photography. In realizing this design, they focus on how the camera became a representation of how to perceive the world; a representation on “how to see” (the way of seeing). Biasa ArtSpace, Bali, (0361) 8475-766 www.biasaart.com

UNITY IN DIVERSITY Hanna Artspace opens an exhibition titled “Unity in Diversity,” taking place at its new art space venue in Jakarta. Featured artists include Pieter Deima, Rudy Sri Handoko, Sura Ardana, Ida Bagus Indra, Ida Bagus Puspa, Ida Bagus Tilem, Diyano Purwadi, Utoyo Hadi, Neneng S. Ferrier, Bambang Adi Pramono, Asep Leoka, Kwang San, Anwar Djuliadi, Komang Agus Dharmaputra, Komang Sedana Putra, Gede Darmawan, Gusti Made Mahardika, Ikay Khairudin, Komang Suarnata, Nyoman Sujana, Kenyem, T Cundrawan, Yonosan, and Gusti Made Kurniawan. Unity in Diversity runs through December 8 and is curated by Arif Bagus Prasetyo.

Hanna Artspace Jakarta, Jl. Barito 2 No. 31 South Jakarta, hannaartspace.blogspot.com

ISLAND OF THE SPIRITS The Ganesha Gallery presents an exhibition of photography by John Stanmeyer titled “Island of the Spirits.” The exhibition starts on December 9 and runs through January 10, 2011. While residing on Bali for close to 5 years in virtual seclusion, the internationally acclaimed photojournalist John Stanmeyer wandered through the more remote corners of the island to document esoteric rituals and dances. In order not to produce yet another “lovely color book on the Island of the Gods”, Stanmeyer chose to use black and white film and perhaps the world’s simplest camera – the Holga.

Ganesha Gallery, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, (0361) 701-010

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HANGING OUT Adi’s Gallery hosts Hanging Out, an exhibition by Yadi Juliansyah. The exhibition recently saw its opening on November 5. An intro appearing on the invitation of the exhibition’s opening contains the brief description, “Sleepless nights. Dark desires. Endless thoughts. Rmbles about the weird city. Spying on others. Reflections on people. Reflections on society. Reflections on nature. Reflections on the nature of myself. Trees cover me. Nature protects me. Aggressions. Depressions. Activities.

Helplessness. Shouts. Screams. Whispers. Excitement. Boredom.

Introspections. Expressions. Paintings in big sizes. Paintings in loud colors. Art as communication. Who really needs art?”

Adi’s Gallery, Jl. Bisma 102, Ubud, (0361) 977-104

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ON AND OFF COURT The Commonwealth Bank Tournament of Champions 2010 at the Westin Resort Nusa Dua from November 4-7 was not just a week full of battling, racquet-wielding, ball smashing beauties... Many off court highlights had these 8 ladies surfing, nail-polishing and spa-going, coral reef planting, and dressing up in all their glamour. And add to that the magnificent final, which ended with Ana Ivanovic (left) defeating Alisa Kleybanova 6-2 7-6 (7-5) to win the Commonwealth Bank Tournament of Champions 2010 title and a US$210,000 cash. Victory was sweet for the 23-year old Serb after she had struggled with her form earlier in the season. She managed to win back-to-back matches just twice up until August, but then she began to rediscover the form that took her to number one in the world and the French Open title. www.commbanktennis.com

BEAUTY ON THE BEACH Miss Indonesia Earth 2010 Liza Elly Purnamasari and Miss Indonesia Fire 2010 Nonie Maureen Sabrina, together with Miss Earth 2009 Larissa Ramos paid a visit to Hotel Sanur Beach Bali in November where they participated in tree plantings and a baby turtle release on the shores of the beach. Miss Earth is an annual international beauty pageant promoting environmental awareness, and along with Miss Universe and Miss World contests, Miss Earth is one of the three largest beauty pageants in the world in terms of the number of national-level competitions that participate in the world finals. It is also one of the most publicized beauty contests in the world. The reigning titleholders dedicated their year to promoting environmental projects and addressing issues concerning the environment. Hotel Sanur Beach Bali, Jalan Danau Tamblingan, Sanur; (0361) 288-011

SAVING TEENS Four companies in Bali confirmed their commitment to education in Indonesia in October by supporting the fundraising campaign for education “Save a Teen.” Support for the campaign was confirmed through the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Putera Sampoerna Foundation and the four companies, namely The Villas Bali Hotel & Spa, The Kawi Villa Seminyak, Umalas Residence, and BAM (Bali Alternative Media) at Encore Pizza. The Save a Teen campaign targets to finance 12,000 teenagers from non-prosperous families that are on the verge of dropping out of schools.

For further information, check out: www.sampoernafoundation.org/saveateen

FLY TO PHUKET AirAsia’s announcement of its opening direct flights from Denpasar Bali to Phuket Thailand was held at the Metis Restaurant in Petitenget.

Before the unveiling of an ice-carved promotional airfare of Rp. 249,000, a dance routine entertained members of the island’s media. Speeches from the CEO of Thai Air Asia, Mr. Tassapon Bijleved and Indondesia Air Asia President Director Bapak Dharmadi were delivered. Tickets were given away to lucky draw winners. www.airasia.com 66

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CULINARY WINS Bulgari Hotels and Resorts Bali Team came away with gold at the Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Black Box Culinary Challenge 2010 during a gala dinner held at the Nikko Bali Resort & Spa on November 1-2. In addition to winning the first prize, Bulgari also took two additional awards during this prestigious world-class competition. Ten regional teams took on the challenge for glory and a chance to move on in the competition to the national level. These talented teams consisted of 8 teams from five star hotels in Bali, a team from Young Chefs Club Indonesia and a team from STP Bali students. Winner: Bulgari Hotels and Resorts Bali, First runner up: Banyan Tree Ungasan Bali, Second runner up: St. Regis Bali. The best appetizer and best table display was by Young Chefs Club Indonesia, the best soup by Holiday Inn Resort Bali, and the best main course and best dessert by Bulgari Hotels and Resorts Bali. www.mla.com.au

TEMPER TRAPPED… The most in-demand Australian band in the world today, The Temper Trap gave an exceptional performance in front of more than one thousand of their raving fans during the Ismaya Live Passion Alive Indonesia Tour 2010 on November 10 at the Hard Rock Cafe Bali. The Temper Trap is an award winning alternative rock band from Australia noted for its atmospheric sound, featuring grand guitars set to pulsating rhythms and formed in 2005 in Melbourne.

The band consists of Indonesian Dougy Mandagi (vocals, guitar), Lorenzo Stillito (guitar, keyboards), Jonathan Aherne (bass) and Toby Dundas (drums).

Dougy and the gang came on stage with a grand intro and brought a 12 song repertoire of their popular hits like “Fader”, “Love Lost”, “Drum Song”, and the APRA Music Award Song of the Year 2010 “Sweet Disposition”. And at the end it all wrapped up with an encore of “Science of Fear”.

Hard Rock Cafe Bali, (0361) 755-661

GATHER FOR BLOOD...

Members of the Bali Villa Association (BVA) got coordinated and gathered together for a Blood Donation activity at the Taman Merah Spa in Petitenget on November 12. BVA is a voluntary consortium of both villa owners and managers of villas and resorts on the island who work hand in hand to set a standard of service for villas and villa resorts. BVA was established on May 19, 2006, and it operates under the umbrella of PHRI, the Indonesia Hotel & Restaurant Association. Currently, BVA represents some 70 villa operators in Bali and acts as liaison to the government authorities, other tourismrelated associations, police authorities, immigration and customs, consultants, advertising agencies and other related companies.

Bali Villa Association (BVA) www.bva.web.id

CAPPED OFF Quiksilver’s Best Surf Comp concluded with the Best Surfer Party on November 6 at the Hard Rock on Kuta Beach. Julian Wilson’s “Scratching the Surface” movie, a Roxy Short-Short competition, a Quiksilver-Roxy fashion show, and the Quiksilver and Roxy Open surfing awards presentation were held. The Quiksilver Big Sale earlier in the day had products sold for 90% off retail price and proceeds went to SurfAid International’s tsunami aid work in the Mentawai Islands and also to IDEP Foundation to those affected by the Mt. Merapi eruption.

A whopping Rp 121 million (over US$13,000 was successfully raised. Quiksilver Indonesia, (021) 7255-155; www.isctour.com BALI&BEYOND

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SKAL INTERNATIONAL BALI An International Association of Travel and Tourism Professionals Doing Business Among Friends

A RULER’S FEAST AT BALI DYNASTY’S GOLDEN LOTUS IN KUTA On November 5 over seventy skalleagues and guests enjoyed a great selection of luscious welcome drinks by Bali Moon in Bali Dynasty’s bright and airy lobby bar area before being paraded into the Golden Lotus to the sound of clashing symbols by a welcoming Barongsai dance troupe. The meal was heavenly, the ambiance excellent and the service impeccable.

Robert Kelsall’s team did him proud. Over 15 potential new members enjoyed the lunch and several joined Skal on the spot.

COMING EVENTS AT THE BEST VENUES IN BALI The 145 members of Skal Bali meet monthly for a great meal, fellowship, fun, networking and an opportunity to bond and get to know industry colleagues. Already on the 2011 Calendar:

January 7, Melia Bali Villas and Spa Resort – Nusa Dua February 11, Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Resort - Tanah Lot March 11, The Laguna Resort & Spa – Nusa Dua April 1, Sanur beach - Sanur May 6, Family and Friends eve - Hard Rock Hotel - Kuta

ABOUT SKAL AND SKAL BALI Skal International the World’s largest travel and tourism organization, founded in 1934 in Paris, 20,000 members in 450 clubs in 90 countries. Members are industry management and professionals providing accommodation, tours, transportation and travel, maritime and other activities, attractions, restaurants, golf, spas, consultation and media.

Skal Bali is the largest club in Southeast Asia and World Leader in Membership Growth Membership and Information Gede Juwena Telephone: 7840212, email: gede@skalbali.com

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

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

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

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

■ CZECH REPUBLIC: Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur.

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

■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA: Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No 12, Kuta Tel: (0361) 751-735, Fax: (0361) 754-457 E-mail: bali@honorarvertretung.ch

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

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

■ THAILAND: Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81, Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310 E-mail: rtc_bali@thaimail.com

■ ROYAL BRUNEI: Tel: (0361) 757-292 ■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES: Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 768-388, Fax: (0361) 768-383 ■ GARUDA: Jl. Jalan Sugianyar 5 Denpasar Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807 ■ MERPATI: Jl. Melati No. 51, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 235-358 Airport Tel: (0361) 751-011, 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 ■ 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.

Wisti Sabha Building, 2nd Floor, Ngurah Rai International Aiprort, Tel: (0361) 760-274 Fax: (0361) 760-275 ■ DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure.

A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 30,000.

Residents pay an additional Rp. 2.5 million Fiscal tax for international departures, whereas holders of official tax registration (NPWP) numbers are Fiscal tax-exempt.

Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

CONSULATES ■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND: Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au www.bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au ■ BRITAIN: Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804 E-mail: bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id ■ BRAZIL: Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005 E–mail: brazilconsul@bali.net

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■ GERMANY: Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Batujimbar, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826 Email: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com ■ HUNGARY: Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur.

Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net ■ 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: konjpdps@indo.net.id ■ MALAYSIA: Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort, Jl. Pantai Kuta Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373 E-mail: info@consulmalaysia-bali.com ■ 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 ■ NETHERLANDS: KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com ■ NORWAY & DENMARK: Mimpi Resort, Kawasan Bukit Permai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-070, Fax: (0361) 701-073 E-mail: danishcon@mimpi.com norwaycon@mimpi.com ■ POLAND: 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: Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477 E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com ■ SPAIN: 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

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■ TIMOR LESTE: Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092 E-mail: cgtl@dpsbali.com ■ UNITED STATES: Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 233-605, Fax: (0361) 222-426 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id

HEALTH&MEDICAL Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi.

Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby.

For “Bali Belly”, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics.

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

Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas.

Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately.

Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe.

Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun.

Use high SPF sunblock and a hat.

AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world.

They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.

HOSPITAL ■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC: 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff.

Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361.

Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515.

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

MUSEUMS ■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART (ARMA):

Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229.

Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm.

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

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

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

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

■ GALLERY SENIWATI: Jl. Ubud Raya, Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485 ■ MUSEUM BALI: Tel: (0361) 235-059, 222-680, Jl. Let. Kol Wisnu, Denpasar.

■ MUSEUM LE MAYEUR: Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur.

Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday.

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

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

■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN: Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com ■ MUSEUM RUDANA: Tel: (0361) 975-779, 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud.

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

TOURIST INFO. ■ INTEGRATED TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361; Tel: (0361) 766-188 ■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT: Tel: (0361) 751-011 ■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE: Jl. Kuta Raya 2, 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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