B&B Magazine January 2010

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

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TRACING THE

PATH OF ART FROM MUSEUMS PEOPLE CAN FIND OUT ABOUT A NATION’S COURSE OF CIVILIZATION

COLORFUL HORIZONS

THE VIBRANT AND EXOTIC JUKUNG HAS SOMEWHAT FADED INTO THE HORIZON. SOMEHOW, FORGOTTEN…

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TEAMTALK

teamtalk 01.10 MOVING…

WITH THE NEW YEAR AHEAD...

‘Om Swastiastu...’

Happy New Year 2010 and welcome to the Indonesian archipelago!

As this goes to press, our office was in a frenzy, leading up into the New Year.

With bits and pieces of Christmas cards, wishes and crumbs from the joyful delights sent in by our kindest public relations associates within the hospitality industry - with the best of season’s greetings - we were also getting ready to move to our new office premises.

Our editors’ desks were a mess (well okay, we admit, it had been like that – beautifully – all year round!), and so were our graphic design team’s as well as our administrative and accounting’s.

Piles of cardboard boxes were filled with assortments of files; archived and current print and digital media, old and new magazines and CDs, personnel and financial records, media kits and marketing tools, and a mixture of other whatnot per department - together with framed pictures of kids… and wives, husbands and girlfriends, and pets, that loyally accompanied each of our team members throughout the deadlines, just like this one.

And yes, it was time to move again, after nearly 8 wonderful years adjoining premises with Bali’s authorized HarleyDavidson dealer. Perhaps we’ll be missing the rumbling sounds of those high decibel ‘screaming eagles’ being revved up as we tried to stay focused on our work… Or the hectic splendor of Kuta’s Simpang Siur roundabout’s congestion as our marketing team maneuvered out to their daily appointments…

Who knows?

We flashback on Bali & Beyond having been through several ‘moves’ in the past. First premises were in Sanur back then, before entering the neighborhood of the ever increasingly hectic roundabout. First occupying the first floor space, we then moved upstairs in 2005 with several subsequent changes in the layout over the course of time.

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Now, our new office premises on Jalan Dewi Sri, still in the locality of Kuta, hold some promises for the year ahead. Still getting into shape, but by the time you read this we’ll already have unpacked those brown boxes, laid out some schemes, got acquainted with the new setting, settled down in our own individual workspaces, and have gotten down to business again as usual so we could continue to present to you more of our engaging complimentary monthly publication in 2010!

contributors

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

First up for the start of the year, we present to you a piece following Indonesia’s announcement of the year 2010 as the ‘Visit Museums Year’. The island has a dozen of museums, in a unique pattern of distribution. A third of them can be found in the area of Ubud, while the rest are spread over several other areas in Bali. Find out more in this month’s Craft & Culture.

Through Action & Attraction, our contributor shares with you the island’s east, where the sun rises from a scenic horizon to greet the New Year ahead. He recollects the past and future of this tranquil beauty that makes up one among the many memorable and picturesque icons of Bali.

In Beyond Bali, it’s the notable place of Gunung Kawi in East Java, and in Capital Corner we present a fresh choice among the numerous entertainment venues in Jakarta that offers a diverse style and concept. Our Profile & Portrait this month presents a passionate bird conservationist well known for his successful breeding programs of the endangered Bali Starling.

Kathy Petite spends her time writing about travel, lifestyle, arts and culture. She also writes songs, and is writing a novel she never gets to finish.

Erik Wijaya is our Malang, East Java-based writer and photographer who brings you the destination of Gunung Kawi this month. View his portfolio at www.erikstudio.com

These are some of the features for you to enjoy at the start of the year.

Come and see the beauty, diverse highlights and colorful attractions for yourself throughout 2010!

Happy reading and keep safe!

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

Supardi Asmorobangun, former executive editor of the magazine, now enjoys a prolific and freelance life... though, at times still with deadlines.

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CRAFT&CULTURE TRACING THE PATH OF ART Bali has a dozen of museums. A third of them can be found in the area of Ubud, while the rest are spread over several other areas.

26 LIFESTYLE&LEISURE RISING THROUGH HERITAGE & DIVERSITY The recent Bali Nusa Tenggara Tangi 2009 held at the Ballroom of the Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel presented various tenun cloths from Bali, and East and West Nusa Tenggara.

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FOR THE BIRDS

The Bali Starling has seen various efforts towards its conservation, and we meet up with the man who has been the driving force behind successful projects.

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WINDOW OF THE WORLD There is a saying that goes, “a book is a window to the world”. Reading a book is like peeking out into the vastness of the world. A look into the future of literacy on the island.

40 ACTION&ATTRACTIONS COLORFUL HORIZONS A look at one of the well-known icons of the island. The colorful and exotic jukung that speckle the eastern horizon at daybreak; now seem to have faded into history.

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BEYONDBALI A TOWN IN THE HILLS

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Gunung Kawi is located 2,800 meters above sea level in the regency of Malang in East Java. 40 km west of Malang, at an altitude of 800 meters in the district of Wonosari, sits the highlight destination and attraction of Gunung Kawi.

PHOTO COURTESY BAYU WIRAYUDHA (FNPF)

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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.

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

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

65 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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NEW ON MENU Hard Rock Cafe Bali presents new menu items, including slow hickory smoked thick sliced beef brisket topped with Hickory BarB-Que sauce and crisp onion straws, and a hickory smoked barbecue chicken version.

Also highlighted is a modified Indonesian dish of Chili King Prawn, specially marinated and sauteed with Indonesian spices, served with daily vegetables and turmeric rice. New drinks include Hurricane, that comes in a hurricane glass for keeps at an extra price.

Hard Rock Cafe Bali, Jl. Pantai Kuta, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta, (0361) 755-661

STYLE ‘N ELEGANCE Bali Villa Properties has been appointed to manage The Wolas Villa and Spa which opened on December 18. The Wolas Villas & Spa stands amidst the dazzling Seminyak tourist resort, premier shopping destinations and entertainment venues. Designed in minimalist modern and private luxury, it reflects the style and elegance of Balinese culture. The Wolas Villa & Spa offers superb ambience and peacefulness. The Wolas Villa & Spa consist of 18 units villa, with 16 units of onebedroom villas and two units of two-bedroom villas, which would suit couples on a honeymoon or a family. The villa is also equipped with supporting outlets such as a restaurant and spa for guests’ convenience. Bali Villa Properties Jl. Kunti 117, Seminyak, (0361) 921-6688; www.balivillaproperties.com

Mang Engking, another Sundanese restaurant has opened in Bali. This is the sixth restaurant after two in Jogja which is also its place of origin, two in Jakarta and one in Pasuruan, East Java.

Gubug Mang Engking or ‘Mang Engking’s Hut’ is a restaurant with natural atmosphere in the middle of a busy city. Some traditional huts are placed surrounding a large fish pond. Their menu comprises of prawn, crab, squid, and gourami. They have created selected dishes such as grilled prawn with honey, fried prawns, ‘gurame flying jumbo’, fried crabs, and many more, paired with Indonesian sambal sauce and fresh vegetables. Mang Engking, Jl. Nakula No. 88, Kuta (0361) 882-2000, www.mangengkingbali.com

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WHAT TIME IS IT?

AMIDST THE HUBBUB

Kuta kid and Balinese surf icon Wayan “Betet” Mertha is set for another exciting year with premium watch brand, Nixon. Betet is stoked about the deal.

“Oh I’m so excited!” said the 29 year old. “Surfers wear them, skaters wear them, celebrities wear them... Not only have they got high quality products, but Nixon got the whole lifestyle thing going on too.” Nixon SE Asia Brand Manager, Marko Yeo is just as excited to have Betet on board - “Betet’s presence alone speaks volumes before he says a word and nobody loves the brand as much as him”. www.billabongasia.com

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INNOVATIVE DESIGNS Metric emerges as a metamorphosis from Metric Kitchen, which began as a company dealing in the creation of kitchen systems, and has explored in producing wardrobe products in the Belezza Wardrobe line.

Always innovating and improving a system, now Metric has also expanded to producing bedroom sets, TV cabinets, studies, etc, with the use of high technology.

Metric provides solutions for homes with these wide ranges of product designs.

Metric, Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No. 83B (0361) 282-862; www.metrickitchen.com

IN DIRECTION InterContinental Bali Resort announces the recent appointment of Bryan Gabriel as Director of Sales & Marketing and Area Director of Sales & Marketing IHG Indonesia. Bryan will provide direction and support to several properties under the IHG banner within the region. Bryan brings a wealth of hospitality experience of 15 years to the resort.

InterContinental Bali Resort, Jalan Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran, (0361) 701-888

BLOOMIN’ IN SEMINYAK ANTIQUE JAVANESE Editions Didier Millet is proud to announce the release of Javanese Antique Furniture and Folk Art. The new book features quirky, enigmatic and uniquely beautiful, the art and furnishings of Central and East Java’s villages and palaces are little known to the art historians, museum curators and collectors of the world. Javanese Antique Furniture and Folk Art celebrates delightful art forms with compelling, colorful photography, while insights from experts reveal the history and fascinating culture embodied in one of the world’s most impressive collections of Javanese art. More than 300 compelling, full-color images bring this unique art form to life. A lively, illustrated text reveals the meaning and function behind the bright colors, intricate carving and striking forms of the hundreds of rare and valuable pieces in the David B. Smith collection. Editions Didier Millet, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 96B/331, Sanur, (0361) 284-153 14

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The Haven’s Executive Assistant Manager, Dewi Mas Bloem, just survived the recent holiday season at The Haven Seminyak, Bali. With “A” listing experiences in International chain hotels, Dewi Mas settles down all sales and marketing projects to further boost occupancy, under Preference by Tauzia Hotel Management. The Haven is a pioneering lifestyle resort situated in the dynamic hub of Seminyak. 93 spacious hotel rooms and 3 Junior Suites are arranged around a courtyard filled with tropical flora and ziggurat sculpture.

The Haven Seminyak, Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 500, (0361) 738-001 www. thehavenbali.com

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WELNESS’ BEST Kayumanis Spa at Ubud announces its recognition as winner at the Crystal Awards Asia Pacific 2009 in the Best Boutique Hotel Spa category. Kayumanis Spa at Ubud joins a number of illustrious spa brands across the Asia Pacific to be recognized in the Crystal Awards 2009. Success for the island of Bali also extends to COMO Shambala Estate, which was chosen as Best Wellness Retreat. For further information, contact Deasy Swandarini, Corporate Director of Sales and Marketing, Kayumanis Group, (0361) 705-777.

FURTHER EXPAND Aston International expands further in Indonesia and is targeting a portfolio of 50 hotels under 6 distinguished brands by the end of 2011.

Aston International introduced 7 recently opened brand new hotels increasing the group’s total operating hotel portfolio to 20 properties.

In addition Aston International announced that 14 more Aston Hotels are currently under construction with 12 scheduled to open between January 2010 and mid 2011. These new Astons will range from 5-star Grand Astons to 4-star Aston Hotels and 3-star Aston City Hotels in Cengkareng, Bangka Island and Bintan. Quest and favehotel are set to become Indonesia’s fastest growing select service hotels brands. www.aston-international.com

LOAD FACTOR Mandala Airlines had increased its load factor up to early January for the holiday season. To accommodate, Mandala offered 4,320 extra seats and 24 extra flights for 7 days during the period for routes Jakarta, Surabaya and Denpasar.

Mandala now offers 17 flight destinations, with an armada of Airbus A320 and A319s, with affordable ticket prices. www.mandalaair.com

LUXURY GOING ECO Sea Sentosa, to open as Bali’s next generation apartment resort and lifestyle enclave, have embarked on a mission to employ eco-friendly practices during the development of their dazzling new property, promising to deliver not only a world class resort but cleaner and greener initiatives to positively affect the community surrounding the 2.8 hectare beachfront development underway in Canggu. The luxury lowrise 88 apartment resort is slated for a January 2012 opening.

For further information email: dish@dishpublicity.com

WINNING THE CONVENE Bali International Convention Center once again proved itself to be a service-driven facility by winning the Best Convention Hall for Indonesia MICE Awards 2009 by Venue Magazine in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism Republic of Indonesia. The awards were presented to companies, organizations and individuals in appreciation for their contribution to the MICE industry in Indonesia. www.baliconvention.com

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ON THE SOUTHWEST COAST

VENUE NEXT The Ketapang Villa introduces as a private 2.5hectare home, and an exclusive private resort on the southwest of Bali in between a stretch of endless panoramic beach and rice terraces. This amazing hidden paradise was built to blend modern comfort and nature; 7 suites evolved from a traditional Balinese and Javanese Architecture concept with a 50-meter long pool along the beach, lounge room, home theater, spa, tennis court, and helipad, dedicated for high-end travelers and socialites. For further information, contact Darmawan & Associates (D&A); yoke@darmawan-assc.com

Alila Villas Soori, a new resort and residential villa community opens on the southwest coast of Bali. This latest property by Alila Hotels & Resorts offers 48 exquisitely designed pool villas ranging in size from 150-square meters for a one-bedroom villa, to a sprawling 4,600-square meter 10bedroom villa. Located in an unspoilt area off the tourist trail, the resort is situated on a gentle slope between lush, green rice terraces and blacksand beaches overlooking panoramic vistas of the Indian Ocean. Designed by award-winning Singapore-based SCDA Architects, Alila Villas Soori integrates elements of its surrounding environment with a graceful expression of contemporary Asian design. The resort was designed, constructed and will be managed in accordance with Alila’s commitment to environmental sustainability. www.designhotels.com/alila_villas_soori

DOUBLE TAKE

MOVING YOU Kirana Spa further extends its transportation services to guests who stay in the Nusa Dua and Jimbaran area. Spa Programs at Kirana spa are offered in the rural hinterland of Ubud. For those staying in other beach areas free shuttle services is available from Duty Free Shop in Kuta twice daily. Pick up time at DFS is 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Departure times from Kirana Spa are 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.

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Bali Safari and Marine Park introduces Tim Husband and his wife Wendy, as its new Curator for Life and Science and Curator of Education. Tim Husband, who has recently completed a contract in New Zealand, will work with the park’s zookeepers providing additional staff training and development as well as oversee the husbandry and welfare of the animals. Wendy who worked initially as a landscaper at Sydney’s Taronga Zoo before moving into the marketing department brings over 15 years zoo experience as well as excellent communication skills to the job. www.balisafarimarinepark.com

NEW AT HELM The Villas Bali Hotel & Spa announces the appointment of Mark de Jong as new General Manager. Mark brings a wealth of experience to the position from his many years working in the hospitality industry in Asia. Mark came to Bali for a one-year trainee position in 1998 at The Chedi in Ubud. He returned to Bali in August 2000 as a resort manager in an up-market hotel property before relocating to Goa, India for three years to work in two hotels and before coming back to Bali in 2004 as General Manager at Downtown Villas in Seminyak.

The Villas Bali Hotel & Spa, Jalan Kunti 118X, Seminyak (0361) 730-840, www.thevillas.net

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Tracing the

Path of Art

Indonesia announced 2010 as its ‘Visit Museums Year’. Apart from the government’s preparations and packaging of this program, museums have long been a major attraction themselves.

From museums people can find out about many things - including a nation’s course of civilization.

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he island of Bali has at least a dozen of museums, each with a unique pattern of distribution. A third of them can be found in the area of Ubud, while the rest are spread over several other areas in Bali.

There are at least 6 museums in the Ubud area that are managed independently by their owners, namely Museum Rudana, Museum Pendet, Museum Runa, Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA), Museum Puri Lukisan, Blanco Renaissance Museum,

and Museum Neka. Each have developed with their own characteristics.

Museum Rudana is located in the village of Mas, the gateway into Ubud. It also acts as

a “gateway” into knowing the arts of Bali. Nyoman Rudana, the owner of the museum, started off with his journey as an art lover. He was really fond of paintings collected in museums and pioneered his own way towards establishing his own museum.

His museum specializes in paintings by Indonesian artists. On the first and second level are displayed works from profound Indonesian and Balinese painters of the more modern school. Meanwhile, the third floor is dedicated to classical Balinese works.

Entering Ubud via the village of Nyuh Kuning, you can find a museum of sculpture featuring the works of Wayan Pendet. This museum can be said to be the only one of its kind in Bali, with over 80 sculpture works in its collection.

PHOTOS COURTESY RUNA MUSEUM

Wayan Pendet believed that art in the future would have many changes and developments. He hoped that his works would be studied and become an educational medium for the younger generations. It is as if this was what determined the establishment of this museum by Pendet’s children, a year after his death in 1978.

Runa Jewelry Museum, the only jewelry museum in Bali, is located similarly to Museum Pendet, quite far from the hubbub and traffic. This museum can be said to be the gateway into Ubud and into the village of Lod Tunduh. Runa Museum is a joint endeavor of husband and wife Runi and Adrian Palar. Runi is a

Runa Jewelry Museum quite resembles a gallery, displaying various jewelry and silver objects.

Similar to a conventional museum, these objects are not for sale but duplicates can be ordered.

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Entrance to Museum Puri Lukisan (below); Blanco Museum’s interior (right); Agung Rai Museum of Art (bottom right) - three among the six prominent museums in Ubud.

famous jewelry designer focusing on silver,

and comprehensive concept. In the two

Biennale. This event also runs at the

while Adrian is a painter. This museum

parts of the museum he displays both

Museum Puri Lukisan and the Museum

quite resembles a gallery, displaying various

paintings from classical Balinese paintings

Neka through January 11.

jewelry and silver objects. Similar to a

and the works of international artists.

conventional museum, these objects are

Visitors can enjoy the paintings or enroll

the heart of Ubud, is the first privately

not for sale but duplicates can be ordered.

their kids in Balinese dance courses and

owned art museum. Puri Lukisan collects

sculpting classes, or watch performing arts

pieces describing the long history of art

this museum for her. If you want to

on the ARMA stage. Once in a while they

development in Bali.

converse with the artist couple, you may

invite senior dancers to teach – the likes

arrange an appointment at their residence,

of Made Djimat, a Balinese mask dance

Sukawati and the two foreign artists Rudolf

which shares its location with the museum.

maestro. They have also built a hotel resort,

Bonnet and Walter Spies, the Pita Maha

restaurant, and cafe that contribute to the

was established in 1936 as the first artist’s

museum’s fundings.

organization in Bali. Beginning in 1953,

Runi says that her husband established

Approaching the center of Ubud, you can find another museum known as the Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA). This

ARMA has also frequently been

Museum Puri Lukisan, located in

Inspired by Tjokorda Gde Agung

together they aimed to collect classical

museum was established by its namesake

used as a venue for various national

Balinese works of art in a museum. This

founder Agung Rai. He developed a unique

and international art events like the Bali

became a reality in 1956. Now the museum

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is comprised of three buildings, displaying the works of Pita Maha (1930-1945), Ida Bagus Made as well as other artists of his time during the post-WWII period, and wayang paintings.

Museum Puri Lukisan indeed looks older and more classical, and they seldom hold art events, but recently there has been a bit of tidying up. They have just built a parking space, the solution to one of the recurring problems in the past.

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influenced by the exotic tales of Bali, which

Along the exit road of Ubud towards

was the clan that was trusted by the rulers

later encouraged his visit to the island. In

Kedewatan, you will come across the

to forge metallic objects including the iconic

Bali he found freedom to work and the love

Museum Neka owned by Pande Suteja

weapon, the keris.

of his life, Ni Ronji.

Neka. He was born and raised in Ubud,

Leaving Ubud does not mean the end

and has long interacted with the artistic

of the journey. There are many things that

female figures, the main focus of his works.

world of Ubud. This museum is dedicated

must be known about Bali that can also

Perhaps that is why he is considered as

to his father, Pande Wayan Neka, a famous

be found outside of Ubud. The journey

the eternal feminine painter, carrying the

Balinese sculptor. His close acquaintance

can continue with visits to several other

expressive romantic genre.

with Arie Smith made him dedicate one of

museums.

There you will find many paintings of

In the year 1998, the Blanco

his museum’s pavilions to Smith’s works.

There are at least four other museums

Renaissance Museum was established,

Paying homage to his own heritage

that collect highly prized paintings, and one

where there are displayed 300 paintings

and bloodline, he completes his museum’s

is Museum Gunarsa located in Klungkung.

by Blanco that chronologically tell of

collections with various keris daggers. His

The Balinese painter Nyoman Gunarsa

his journey from early to latest. Antonio

first name, Pande, shows that he is the

established the museum to display his

Blanco’s artistic blood is now followed after

descendent of the Pande clan, the Balinese

abstract works of art.

by his son, Mario Blanco.

clan of blacksmiths. In times of yore, Pande

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Other museums include the Museum

Sidik Jari, owned by I Gusti Ngurah Gede

museums in Bali not only deal with arts but

Pamecutan, located is in Denpasar. This

about the life of the Balinese.

museum displays paintings of the pointillism

the remnants of the past, since the age of

tips where the whole work of art is formed

prehistoric man and up to colonial times.

as a complete framed visualization.

Museum Bali, located in the center of

Adrien Jean Le Mayeur De Merpres, or

Denpasar, has survived since the Dutch

simply known as Le Mayeur, was a Belgian

times and contains common relics such as

painter born in 1880. He came to Bali and

the traditional tenun ikat woven cloths of

resided on the coast of Sanur. His beautiful

each area in Bali and beaded jewelry of the

works attracted many important figures to

8th Century.

come and visit. The museum has around

Still in Denpasar, the Museum

88 of Le Mayeur’s works in its collection,

Perjuangan Rakyat displays dioramas from

dating back to 1921.

Bali’s prehistory and history, the times of the old Balinese kingdoms, and the Dutch

Since the death of the maestro and his wife, the museum’s management

occupation up to the nation’s declaration of

came wholly under the responsibility of the

Independence.

Slightly to the north in the village

Indonesian and Bali provincial government.

of Bedulu in Gianyar, you can find the

Located in the Bali Tourism Development Center (BTDC) area in Nusa

Museum Gedong Arca that contains

Dua, Museum Pasifika seems to aim at

many stone effigies. But many among the

making it easy for hotel guests in the area to

collections are replicas, as the originals

get to know about the arts of Asia and the

are left on site because they remain in

Pacific. It comprises several pavilions that

perpetual function as ceremonial tools and

boast the works of Indonesian and foreign

objects of worship. Besides these there

artists during their sojourns in Indonesia,

are also several prehistoric sarcophagi.

Indochina, Polynesia, and the Pacific.

Meanwhile, hundreds of prehistoric human fossils from various excavations can be

There have been many who have collected works of art in Bali and packaged

found at the Museum Gilimanuk, near the

them into museums. It’s good to know that

port in West Bali.

One more interesting site is the Museum Subak in the regency of Tabanan. Subak is PHOTO COURTESY MUSEUM GUNARSA

PHOTO COURTESY RUDANA MUSEUM

Bali has at least 4 museums that boast

technique, painting by the aid of his finger

the Balinese traditional irrigational system and organization. As its name suggests, this museum displays many tools of agriculture used throughout the island, the walk of life that the island’s society is renowned for.

You’ll need a significant amount of time to embark on a ‘museum hopping’ tour of Bali. There are so many materials that need to be pondered upon. We could say that museums do show the course of civilization of a nation fairly well. From these museum collections we are able to witness the journey of the Balinese throughout the paths of time. ■ Text and photos by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati BALI&BEYOND

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LIFESTYLE&LEISURE

THE ONCE ‘LESSER SUNDA’:

Rising Through Heritage & Diversity “Bali, NTT and NTB were once one province” - Jero Wacik, Indonesian Minister of Culture & Tourism

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he affluence of the local

Josephin “Obin” Komara, Charmanita,

nation’s strength so has responsibility over

traditional culture in Bali,

Oscar Lawalata, Samuel Watimena,

Indonesia’s territorial integrity as well as its

West Nusa Tenggara (NTB)

and Farida Lalampuling. The night also

cultural preservation. Bali Nusa Tenggara

and East Nusa Tenggara

included performances of various dance

Tangi 2009 is a result of this idea, a fashion

(NTT) braces the three

and cultural collaborations such as local

event based on traditional cloth such as

areas and strengthens the

Balinese pop singer Agung Wirasuta, who

the tenun that is woven in Bali, NTB, and

spirit of encouraging local development.

also acted as Master of Ceremonies during

NTT, in cooperation with the Ministry of

Tourism in NTB and NTT also ‘rises’

the extravagant event. Nearing the close

Culture and Tourism, the Yayasan Cita

together with Bali, which had a better start

of the event, national pop singer Gisel of

Abdi Bangsa Foundation, and Rumah

of being known the world over.

Indonesian Idol fame, together with Minister

Pesona Kain.

Moreover, these three areas were braced

Wacik presented the ending song titled

Tangi, which means ‘to rise’, became

together as one – known back in history as

Kuyakin Sampai Disana (I Believe I Will

the underlying theme of the Bali and Nusa

the Lesser Sunda Province, as stated by the

Reach There), written by Susilo Bambang

Tenggara collective event. According

Minister of Culture & Tourism Jero Wacik,

Yudhoyono. This song also happened to

to Pandjaitan, many local cultural

moments prior to the opening of the recent

be the theme song for the Sasando Festival

products deserve to be presented to the

Bali Nusa Tenggara Tangi 2009 held at the

held on December 20, 2009 on the island

international stage. The process of creating

Ballroom of the Discovery Kartika Plaza

of Rote.

the crafts by hand with natural materials is something that deserves high regard.

Hotel, which presented various tenun cloth

Traditional cultural wealth is a point

from Bali, NTB, and NTT, on Saturday night

of strength whereby people can improve

December 12, 2009.

their livelihoods, thus it is no doubt that its

the local cultural products of the three

preservation efforts must be supported.

provinces included tenun ikat weaving

Bali must also take on an active role in

“Several efforts in preserving these things

competitions, handicraft exhibitions, and

encouraging tourism in NTB and NTT, for

are presented through this event, namely

traditional culinary presentations from the

this ‘rise’ of tourism in both provinces.

through various exhibitions of local

three provinces, as well as presentations

“Sharing this kind of togetherness in the

products such as tenun weavings, typical

from the aforementioned national fashion

past can become a valuable asset for

traditional culinaries, and assortments

designers. Not less attractive were

advancements in the future,” explained

of handicrafts from Bali, NTB and NTT,”

the displays of the various traditional

Jero in between his observations of woven

stated the Commander of Regional

handicrafts together with souvenirs, jewelry

tenun cloth and handicrafts prior to the

Military IX/Udayana, Major General TNI

and interior décor that continues to win the

event opening.

Hotmangaradja Pandjaitan, moments after

favor of national and international markets.

Jero Wacik further explained that

The Bali Nusa Tenggara Tangi 2009 night presented creations of several

the pre-event opening.

According to the Major General, who

A number of programs enhancing

Also presented were the manual processes of traditional natural dyeing

national talented and noteworthy fashion

previously held a position as head of the

demonstrated by a West Nusa Tenggara

designers, the likes of Ghea Sukasan,

TNI-AD Information Bureau, the TNI is the

local, which also attracted the interest of

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Various tenun cloths from the three provinces were presented in a gallery layout where guests could examine the dazzling colors and motifs used throughout. A length of traditional Indonesian tenun is fully laden with traditional, sociological, artistic, and historical value, and tells of the developmental and enriching process of a certain community.

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Minister Wacik and his wife.

Various tenun cloths from the three provinces were presented in a gallery

will never change by replacing it with

promoting the cultural diversity through

machinery. To weave a length of tenun

international scale agendas. ”We have

requires a month or more to finalize.

plotted the Sasando Festival tourism

layout where guests could examine

It could be considered that the

the dazzling colors and motifs used

night acted as a ‘gong’ to their chain

same month, and the encouragement

throughout. A length of traditional

of activities. Prior there were held

of promoting tourism in NTB and NTT is

Indonesian tenun is fully laden with

competitions and workshops on tenun

carried out through the plan of the tourism

traditional, sociological, artistic,

in Bali, NTB, and NTT. The judges were

slogan ”Visit Lombok-Sumbawa 2012,”

and historical value, and tells of the

experts in the field of traditional tenun.

stated Minister Wacik.

developmental and enriching process

“The purpose was to increase the quality

of a certain community. As stated by

and enrich the present materials and

Mangku Pastika and NTT’s Governor Frans

the head of the Kartika Chandra Kirana

traditional designs in order to improve the

Lebu Raya. The Governor of NTB was

Regional Military Command IX/Udayana

people’s welfare,” added Tuti Pandjaitan.

unable to attend but was represented by

Association of Army Wives, Tuti Pandjaitan,

Synergy among the three provinces,

program for Rote Island during the

Also present was Bali’s Governor Made

his wife, Rabiatul Adawiyah. Frans Lebu

“On a piece of tenun cloth, one may

which were once classified under the one

Raya welcomed the idea from the Regional

find the dedication and resilience of the

Lesser Sunda designation, is expected

Military Command IX/Udayana and hoped

hands of crafters who create it. The

to be able to stimulate cultural tourism.

that it would continue to present other

artistic superiority of this traditional cloth

Bali on its own has done much tourism

cultural forms, such as performing arts.

presents a long journey in a diverse, rich

promotion, while NTB and NTT still need

The next possibility is an exhibition or

and meaningful tradition.” The tenun is

Bali’s tourism promotional support. The

similar event in the two other provinces,

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On a piece of tenun cloth, one may find the dedication and resilience of the hands of crafters who create it.

The artistic superiority of this traditional cloth presents a long journey in a diverse, rich and meaningful tradition.

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Creations of several national talented and noteworthy fashion designers were presented besides exquisite crafts, the likes of Ghea Sukasan, Josephin “Obin” Komara, Charmanita, Oscar Lawalata, Samuel Watimena, and Farida Lalampuling.

(NTT). “This is giving momentum to elevate the nation’s opus,” he said.

Meanwhile Hotmangardja Pandjaitan explained that the role of the TNI was most importantly to unite the cultural diversity of the archipelago.

The TNI also feels responsible for keeping the territorial integrity of the nation, not only during wartimes but also through times of peace.

The event held by Regional Military Command IX/Udayana together with the Department of Culture and Tourism aims to uphold national inegrity. The event was also made possible due to the active role of the Army Wives’ Association - Persatuan Istri Prajurit (Persit) Kartika Chandra Korem 161 Kupang, Korem 162 Mataram, and Korem 163 Bali. Several fashion designs were also presented by the soldiers and wives who paraded onto the catwalk that night. ■ Text and photos by Nyoman Ari Gunadi ■ Kodam IX/Udayana Jl. Udayana No.1, Denpasar (0361) 235-321 www.kodam-udayana.mil.id ■ Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel Jl. Kartika Plaza, South Kuta (0361) 751-067 www.discoverykartikaplaza.com BALI&BEYOND

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

Bayu Wirayudha’s life can be deemed inseparable from the animal world.

He came with the highflying hope of a better future for the species by creating a natural sanctuary on the island of Nusa Penida.

For the

T

Birds

at Bagawan Giri, the bird collections were moved to the island of Nusa Penida. There are at least 25 traditional villages in the area with the local population mostly living from farming and fishing.

In the year 2004 when Bayu went to the island, he found that there were at least 9 villages that had locally enforced laws for the protection of endemic birds.

he Bali Starling has been

Tours. The slight shift did not mean he

When he asked the locals why, they had

listed with a critically

eventually let go of his love for animals, but

a very simple answer; they longed for their

endangered status by

in reality the tour agency had a Corporate

childhood memories when birdsongs filled

BirdLife International

Social Responsibility (CSR) program

the air.

due to its low numbers.

underway at the Tanjung Putting National

Then along came Bayu

Park in Central Kalimantan, which carried

a conservation effort on a populated

Wirayudha, with the highflying hope of a

out conservation efforts for orangutans and

island. He discovered that at least there

better future for the species by creating a

proboscis monkeys. That was where his

was already love, awareness and sense

natural sanctuary on the nearby island of

idea was sparked to establish and head the

of responsibility for the birds. This was

Nusa Penida.

Friends of the National Parks Foundation

followed up with the expansion of the

(FNPF). The foundation deals with the

influence to the other villages. Thus

conservation of animals and their habitats.

started the “love birds campaign” through

Bayu Wirayudha’s life can be deemed inseparable from the animal world. Since early childhood he has been fond of raising

His journey continued with his

This was a good sign and start for

traditional entertainment, and other various

birds, and after graduating from high

contribution at the Begawan Giri

small things that helped trigger their

school he continued his higher education

Foundation. This foundation was a form of

awareness. Up until the year 2006, all

at the veterinarian school of Bali’s Udayana

the corporate social responsibility program

villages had enforced this kind of awig-

University. His keen interest in birds

of the Begawan Giri Estate. One of their

awig, or local law.

continues as he began his tenure at the Bali

activities was the keeping and breeding

Bird Park. After overseeing the birds at the

of bird species, including the Bali Starling.

starlings were released in Nusa Penida.

park, he continued to work in the travel and

When Bagawan Giri shifted ownership

Prior to their release they were bred

tourism industry, working at Bali Eka Swasti

and reemerged as the Como Shambala

and conditioned to adapt to the local

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environment. They were fed a local diet and went through habituation to better face their natural predators.

Nusa Penida is one among the three islands southeast of the main island of Bali.

It is the largest among the three with a hot and arid climate. Bayu’s idea to breed and release the Bali Starlings in other areas

Bayu opposed the judgment that the Bali Starling would die if it were ‘moved’ out of the National Park boundaries. He strongly believed that the birds, like any other species, have a natural response and adaptive pattern with the environment.

was faced with harsh challenges from conservation offices. They considered that the Bali Starling was an endemic species that would only thrive within the limits of

sanctuary in the bushes, and Bali’s last

every day. Meanwhile the FPNP continues

the West Bali National Park. If the birds

forest was the now West Bali National

its conservation programs for the Bali

were to be moved to another area, the

Park. Bayu strongly believed in the results

Starling as well as doing tree plantings and

concern was that they would die.

of his analysis. He once interviewed several

other local community services. They also

senior villagers in the Wangaya Gede village

help by creating traditional Balinese dance

of Tabanan, and the results showed that in

courses and scholarships for junior high

the 70s, they still did see the Bali Starling

school (SMP) students.

Bayu opposed this judgment. He believed that the birds, like any other species, have a natural response and adaptive pattern with the environment.

in the neighborhood. And this supported

“Now what does bird conservation have

Why the Bali Starling can only be found

his theory that the Bali Starling did not

to do with scholarships for local students?

within the boundaries of the West

only thrive within the park’s borders as

Nothing directly, however very close in this

Bali National Park can be explained

previously was accepted.

context. If we were to grant scholarships to

through a historical examination.

The development of Bali began from

This is nothing strange, as Bali Starling

students we wouldn’t be able to provide for

breeding sites cannot only be found in

all, thus we only select junior high students.

the north. This area, Sembiran, for the

Nusa Penida but also in several places on

The scholarships will act as a motivator

first time interacted with newcomers at

the island of Java. These are carried out

for their studies. They are glad, and

the beginning of history. Gradually the

individually and legally.

conservation goes well too. It’s some sort

development progressed towards the

Bayu sticks to his opinion and carries

of mutual symbiosis,” stated Bayu.

central areas such as Pejeng, and then to

out breeding in Nusa Penida. Birds

The Bali Starling has seen various

the east. The area of west Bali was only

released in populated areas survive

efforts towards its conservation in West

better due to the people that help protect

Bali. Conservation efforts have come

was referred to as Jimbarwana, which

them. Currently there are around 78 Bali

from the government as well as from

name then evolved into Jembrana,

Starlings in Nusa Penida. Their adaptive

participating foreign institutions. Yet its

and what was to be known as Bali’s

process is excellent, continuing to mate

numbers still remain a concern. As long

youngest regency.

and breed. As a result of his success, Bayu

as it is considered a rare item, somehow it

was nominated for the Kalpataru Award,

remains the negative desire to hunt them

an award granted to environmentally

down. The Bali Starling not only loses its

meritorious persons by the Indonesian

security but also the love of its human

then they thrived all over the island

government for their nature conservation

counterparts in the immediate habitat area.

of Bali, but they were captured in

efforts, numerous times.

If the conservation in Nusa Penida proves

opened in the 19th century. The area

The progress of development seemed to move adjacent to the life journey of the Bali Starling. Back

large numbers due to their beauty

The cooperative pattern between the

and used for ceremonial purposes.

FPNP with the communities of Nusa Penida

how can we not support it? For further

Before the arrival of the Portuguese,

is very interesting. They give and take

information, contact the Friends of the

who traded preserved specimens

according to what the other can provide.

National Parks Foundation, Jl. Bisma No.

of the Bird of Paradise to Bali, the

Conservation and protection of the Bali

3, (0361) 977-978, www.fnpf.org ■

Balinese used the Bali Starling in Ngaben cremation rituals.

The bird species then sought

its successful increase in population, then

Starling in Nusa Penida has now become the responsibility of the locals. They are

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

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PONDERINGPOINT

Window of the

World

There is a saying that goes, “a book is a window to the world�. Reading a book is like peeking out into the vastness of the world.

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here are at least two things that introduced Bali to the outside world, paintings and books. Bare-breasted women, sacred rituals, unique traditions, and

profound natural beauty often become the theme of paintings and writings. Things that were not the norm in Europe aroused further curiosity about Bali.

It all began with attraction, interest, and deep curiosity that made them eventually visit the island. One among the influential foreigners coming to Bali was Miguel Covarrubias. He was a painter,

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reference for Bali up until now.

Bali. The largest collection resides at the

Because from their social strata, it is their

Manuscripts are no strange things

Gedong Kirtya Library in Singaraja, North

group that is responsible for it. Because

to the Balinese themselves. Although

Bali. Yet reading the manuscripts is a skill

they are meant to be the teachers or Rsi.

writings in their current form of paper

held only by certain groups. It doesn’t

were later introduced by Europeans, the

reach the grassroots of the society.

Balinese have written down thoughts

The writing culture among the Balinese

The lowest Sudra caste mostly does the labor tasks for their living. They seldom come across deep textual learning

on various mediums since the start of

can be categorized as quite low. There

processes. Vedic science and knowledge

the ‘Anno Domini’. This is proven by the

has been research carried out in several

is no easy task to dig in to, so that is why

various inscriptions found in North Bali,

areas in Indonesia, and Bali fell into this

they are not allowed to study texts without

in Kintamani, and in Pejeng. Yet most

category.

the guidance of a teacher.

inscriptions were in stone, among the

One thing that came into suspicion was

Not all have the same opportunity for

most secure data retention media over the

the misinterpretation of religious dogma.

education. Not all can go to ashrams or

centuries. These were quite special and

One states that only those from the

schools. The transfer of knowledge in Bali

were accessible only to the nobility.

Brahmana caste or religious figures may

was famous for its oral tradition, by word

access the Vedic scripts. Meanwhile, those

of mouth, not through reading or books.

the ‘Nusantara’ archipelago then came

Time rolled on, and the people of

from the lower castes who did access

People tended to favor watching traditional

to know of the lontar leaf manuscripts

these scriptures and manuscripts faced

dramas that were filled with advice and

as another media used. Lontar is quite

heavy penalties.

wisdom.

accessible to all, and Bali boasts quite

At a glance this is a very discriminative

Perhaps this is what eventually

a trove of lontar, which are localized in

rule. But by no means should this be

contributed to the low interest in reading.

several areas such as at the Bali Cultural

interpreted as such. Why would only

There is a shortage in opportunities,

Documentation Office, Linguistic Research

someone of the Brahmana caste so

shortage in facilities, and limit in thought.

Building, and at several universities in

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The shortage in facilities have continued up until now. Research has discovered that low reading interests are also due to the minimum number of libraries.

have continued up until now. Research

professor at the USC in 2008, with the

obtain books? They are children who are

has discovered that low reading interests

website: www.justabookaway.com

preparing their future hopes with a high

are also due to the minimum number of libraries present. An unattractive condition.

People need to be attracted to reading.

Owens built 22 libraries, 21 of them in Sidoarjo, for the schoolchildren who

level of curiosity.

That day on December 18, the children

were also victims of the Lapindo mudflow

of SD 7 Jimbaran gathered cheerfully in

Starting from light reading books that

disaster and another at the SD 7 Jimbaran

front of their new library. They welcomed

have a little amount of text, then gradually

elementary school in Bali. This organization

the hundreds of books that made their

moving on to more serious subjects and

aims to build libraries in developing

lives more colorful and meaningful with

illustrations. That is why beginner’s books

countries. They know that books can help

wide smiles.

are more often illustrated and more colorful.

to form hope for a better future.

This came to the minds of those behind

Schoolchildren in the Lapindo mudflow

The windows of the world, from a small room on the side of a region flooded with

the University of Southern California

site lost many of their schooling facilities

mud, or from the most arid of places in

(USC) Alumni Club Indonesia. They have

including their libraries to the disaster.

Jimbaran, children get to see the world.

donated books to hundreds of elementary

Meanwhile SD 7 Jimbaran, which is a

If only there were more books, then there

schoolchildren in Indonesia through the

public school, apparently is very limited

would be more of them who could ‘see’

non-profit organization; The World is Just

and has no library at all. What would

and ‘know’. ■

A Book Away (TWIJABA). This organization

become of these children if they were not

Text and photo by

was established by James Owens, a

provided with the opportunity to read and

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

Colorful Horizons

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f we look back through the pages of the guidebooks to Bali these days, we will come across many pictures of jukung throughout, including on the covers. The same goes for Bali postcards from the beginning of the

tourism boom. Frankly, those selections do justice as they indeed were among my first memories of Bali when I first visited the island as a kid. But now? The colorful and exotic jukung has somewhat faded into the horizon. Somehow, forgotten‌

THE JUKUNG How the jukung came into being remains vague. However, it is certain that the jukung is foremost among the types of traditional vessels widely used in Bali (and also in the neighboring island of Lombok), generally used for fishing. The exoticism of these 10-meter long boats lies in their single multicolored sails.

Obviously their owners are indeed fond of decorating their boats. Also contributing to the exoticism are their outriggers. These beams are usually made of bamboo and function as stabilizers that prevent the jukung from capsizing, and are positioned parallel to the boat’s framework. That is why these types of boats are also referred to as double outriggers. Essentially of Balinese origin, the double outrigger jukung is but one of the many genres of Pacific/ Asian outrigger canoes that use the lateen (triangular) sail.

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Sanur, early 70s… Fresh breeze on a clear daybreak… Not many hotels or restaurants can be found in the area. The common atmosphere: isolated and peaceful. The stretch of sand shimmers with golden luster. Waves break in the distance. A couple of traditional wooden boats with colorful sails appear to enter Sanur’s coastal waters, brought in by their masters – fishermen by heritage – who are just coming home from sea. The scene of these jukung (the local name for these traditional boats) splitting the calm and clear waters and then landing on the exotic golden coast is easily embedded in the memories of anyone who has witnessed it, making the jukung one of the major icons of this ‘island of the gods’…

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In line with developments, nowadays

dominant. The morning seas somehow

fishermen equip their jukung with outboard

belong to them, as hundreds if not

engines that are used during the absence

thousands of jukung decorate the sea there.

of wind to push the sail. Upon landing,

Behold the real spectacle. Stay

In the far eastern horizons you may still see hundreds or even thousands of these colorful sails; beams bobbing up and down, and leap up once in a while, signifying their high speed.

you can note another unique characteristic

overnight in this coastal area that is filled

from up close: the front part of the boat

with options nowadays, and wake up

resembles the face of a fish; hence the

before daybreak to witness it all. Not only

whole boat will resemble a fish. Although

will you take in the fresh morning sea

the fishing jukung only operates out to

breeze, but in the far eastern horizon you

several kilometers from the coastline, bad

will also see a red ball of fire rising up in

weather and other factors sometimes

the crimson sky, emerging from the waves.

towards their bay. Slowly they approach

renders orientation difficult. The fishermen

Then faintly and gradually, around the

the coastline. Then how do they land so

say that the eyes help in ‘guiding’ them

rising sun, you will see hundreds or even

many boats at a single bay? Especially

through the points of the compass.

thousands of these colorful sails. Eventually

since each boat is manned by only one

the sails become clearer, and in their

person. It seems impossible to land without

SPECTACULAR SPECTACLES

numbers they somehow show as if they are

the guidance or assistance of another. This

If we move further north from Sanur, we

having a race. Sails slightly fluttering and

is where their expertise comes into place,

can encounter the jukung again along the

beams bobbing up and down, they leap up

which is another spectacle to witness.

coast at Kusamba and further north again at

once in a while, signifying their high speed.

Candidasa, where armadas of jukung can

One by one the jukung await their turn

After several hours out at sea from the

to land. The timing of the wind cannot

be found. The colorful sails out at sea easily

early morning, it’s time to go home. Starting

be predicted. Thus many of the jukung

catch the eye from the roadside, in contrast

as small dots on the horizon until their colors

distance themselves several meters from

to the black volcanic sand. When they are

fill the sea, they are ready to land. Every

the coast, and fellow fishermen who had

at sail they add a spectacle to the scene.

jukung is part of an armada. Each armada

reached land first must immediately lend

Usually the jukung all sail together until the

has its own landing site. And every bay is

a helping hand to the following jukung. As

seas are filled by the armada, flocking like

filled with hundreds of jukung. We even

soon as the last wave washes ashore, the

birds on the calm sheen of the ocean.

noted a bay that had up to 500 jukung!

boat gets pushed inland and is greeted by

Further to the north in the area of Amed the jukung armada becomes even more

With their high nautical skills the fishermen start to maneuver their jukung

2-3 of their fellow fishermen.

“Come on… heave… one… two…

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three!”, and woosh… the waves toss the fishermen and the jukung as they pull in the wooden vessel. Crackle, crackle, swoosh… as the water dissipates through the stones and coral.

A second later another wave arrives and the fishermen once again prepare to heave the jukung up in synchrony with it.

“One… two… three… haa…!” little by little the boat is lifted further from the waterline and towards its parking space.

Full spirits behind colorful sails …

The parking process for each jukung must be completed in the nick of time because the hundreds of others cannot

scene. And surprisingly, this synchronicity

their source of living is virtually limitless.

wait too long…they are all near to the

of 15-20 minutes usually sees three

Yet their parking spaces are becoming

coastline. In the event of a bad synch, the

quarters of the armada already parked

scarcer. The coastline is becoming filled

jukung may capsize or even break with

neatly on the shore!

with various hotels and restaurants. Even

the wrong momentum of the tide. When a

some coastal village areas have shifted.

jukung is being drawn in, usually the others

A PRICELESS ASSET

But these outriggers are iconic to Bali – the

are already very close. So by the time one

Sights not found elsewhere. The jukung

real Bali… as depicted in those guidebooks

jukung has been successfully parked, there

are usually used by fishermen in calm seas.

in decades past. An exotic part of Bali,

is another already prepared to be lifted,

You will seldom see one in the high seas

we hope, that would not soon become an

while another is readying to land, and

or in the open Indian Ocean for instance.

exotic past. ■

others are still at sea.

Its existence also follows the rhythm of

Text and photos by

its master – the fisherman. The sea as

Alcibbum Photography

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A TOWN IN THE HILLS

T

he district of Wonosari

Terminal or at the Gunung Kawi junction.

nationally as the Panglima Perang (War

covers over 67 square

From there, the journey can be continued

Commander) Diponegoro, from the palace

kilometers and has a

straight to the terminal in the Gunung Kawi

of Yogyakarta.

population of 43,000

area. The distance from the Wonosari village

people. The area has

terminal to the Eyang (‘Grandpa’) Djoego

to the Dutch in 1830, many of his followers

flourished into a well-

burial site is approximately 750 meters, quite

and supporters fled to the eastern part

reachable by foot.

of Java. Among them was Pangeran

known destination for ziarah or ‘sacred devotional visits’ starting from the 1980s.

After Pangeran Diponegoro surrendered

Diponegoro’s spiritual advisor Eyang

TALE OF THE GUNUNG KAWI RESTING PLACE

Djoego, also known by the name Kyai

Gunung Kawi is not too difficult. The roads are well paved and transportation options

Bapak Nanang, the fourth descendent of

as Pati, Begalen and Tuban, then southeast

are easily found en route to the village.

Raden Mas Iman Soedjono, was the man to

to the district of Kesamben in Blitar.

Gunung Kawi can be reached by

ask for anything about Gunung Kawi’s past.

Reaching the Pesarean (‘resting place’) at

railroad, starting off at the town of Malang

Many people often ask about the two

Zakaria II. He went to various places such

After he fled to Kesamben, Eyang Djoego’s monastery developed and many

or at Kepanjen, another district south of

figures buried at Gunung Kawi. The first

visitors became his disciples. Several years

Malang that is crisscrossed by the Surabaya

is Kanjeng Kyai Zakaria II, better known

later, between 1850 and 1860, Raden Mas

– Malang – Blitar routes. Other means

by the name Eyang Djoego. He was a

Iman Soedjono arrived together with Ki

include bus or public transport, centered at

famous cleric from the Mataram Surakarta

Moeridun, who was also Djoego’s favorite

the Arjosari Terminal, which is busy 24 hours

palace. The second, Raden Mas Iman

disciple. They stayed at Eyang Djoego’s

a day. By bus, you can take the Blitar route

Soedjono, was a Pangeran (noble) who

Padepokan until he was ordered to go

and be dropped off at the Talangagung

became a commander in chief and hailed

south of the Gunung Kawi ridge to clear

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Flows of pilgrims to the Gunung Kawi resting place come from various societies, the rich and poor, artists and bureaucrats, the religious and atheists. It has attracted visitors Asian and European as well as visitors from the Middle East.

the forests there. Eyang Djoego also said

After his death, Dusun Wonosari

that it was at that clearing site that he

attracted many visitors, and many of them

wanted to be buried, and left a message

stayed. Wonosari itself has expanded and

that the village there would flourish and

its population grown. During the times of

become a place of refuge.

Eyang R.M. Iman Soedjono, between 1871

After forests were cleared, a residence

and 1876, Mrs. Schuller, the daughter of

was built as well as a monastery, and R.M.

the Kediri colonial resident, once visited.

Iman Soedjono together with Ki Moeridun

Her visit was to seek a cure for her illness

and a band of followers discussed

from R.M. Iman Soedjono, which she duly

the name of the clearance site. As the

obtained and thus recovered. Afterwards,

clearings were led by a trusted man named

Mrs. Schuller did not return to Kediri but

Ki Wonosari, the area was named Dusun

stayed in Wonosari and served R.M. Iman

Wonosari in his honor.

Soedjono until his death. Eyang R.M. Iman

After receiving reports of the successful forest clearing on the ridge of Gunung

Soedjono was then buried adjacent to Eyang Djoego’s at Gumuk Gajah Mungkur.

Kawi, Eyang Djoego set off to Dusun die, his remains should be buried on the

GUNUNG KAWI AS A SPIRITUAL EXCURSION

small gumuk or knoll that was to be named

The charisma of these two figures are

Gumuk Gajah Mungkur. Eyang Djoego

highly revered even now. For those who

passed away in 1871.

believe, the journey of ziarah to the burial

Wonosari and ordered that if he were to

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On a specific date on the Javanese calendar, namely the Jumat Legi (Kliwon Thursday), the number of visitors to Gunung Kawi spike to their thousands.

site is not only an act of respect for

calendar, Jumat Legi (Kliwon Thursday),

of Wonosari have opened art kiosks

ancestral spirits, but also opens the path

the number of visitors spike into the

that sell local wares such as weavings,

to divine blessings.

thousands. Visitors admire the natural

carvings, semi precious stones, ceramics,

Until now, the flow of pilgrims to this

surroundings of the Pesarean, enjoying

ornamental plants, and even mystical

resting place comes from various societies,

the cool and fresh mountain air that is at

objects such as amulets and charms.

from the rich to the poor, military generals

times cold and misty. Large trees and lush

and dancers and even presidents, the

foliage surround the area. Stillness makes

various restaurants and stalls with the

religious and the atheists. Gunung Kawi

up the totality of the Pesarean; a factor

musical sounds of oriental music are other

has attracted the attention of many foreign

that strongly supports the purpose for

features at Gunung Kawi. Even Chinese

visitors also, like Asians, Europeans and

contemplation, introspection and prayer.

five and dimes known as kelontong

people from the Middle East.

Visitors to the Pesarean Gunung Kawi

The art market that is located east of

Rows of hotels and other lodgings and

are at the foreground of the Pesarean

the Pesarean Gunung Kawi adds to the

complex to sell praying equipment such

number in the hundreds on usual days.

colorful spiritual tour of Gunung Kawi. On

as incense and candles, coconut oil,

Yet on a specific date on the Javanese

the roadside into the Pesarean, the people

frankincense, etc. There are also many

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Small kiosks offer colorful flowers and petals to be sprinkled over the burial sites or for prayers.

fortune tellers called Ciamsi and Guamia,

Especially on the nights of Jumat Legi,

as well as masters that provide Feng Shui

Senin Pahing, Satu Selo, Chinese

named Pek Yam went on a ziarah to

reading services. In short, the area around

New Year (next month, coinciding with

Gunung Kawi. Pek Yam felt at peace

the complex is like a mini town that is

Valentine’s), the night of 1 Sura, and the

in Gunung Kawi and so stayed on in

complete with many facilities.

Gregorian New Year.

Wonosari to honor the two by building

Also very interesting are the local

According to Bapak Nanang, several of

So also in 1931, an ethnic Chinese

roads to the Pesarean. Pek Yam was

harvests specific to Gunung Kawi. These

Eyang Djoego’s and R.M. Iman Soedjono’s

aided by several of his friends from

include the telo ungu (purple cassava)

students were Chinese descendents. An

Surabaya and Singapore, erecting a main

that is iconic of Gunung Kawi, boiled and

understanding developed among them,

gate after the completion of the roads.

roasted corn, bananas, Malang apples,

as part of the teachings of the two were

durian, and others. Typical Javanese

that all are one in brotherhood, no matter

among the ethnic Chinese started from

nibbles include nasi pecel, nasi urap, nasi

what belief. Thus a large part of the

the success of Ong Hok Liong, who

gudeg, nasi jagung, sayur lodeh, sambal

Chinese descendents consider the two

established the Bentoel clove cigarette

goreng, ketan, and lupis, which can be

buried at the Pesarean Gunung Kawi no

factory after studying at the Gunung Kawi

bargained for and obtained at relatively

different than their own great grandfather

monastery. He then started to go on

cheap prices.

or ancestors.

regular ziarah at the Gunung Kawi resting

Teenage girls and women behind

According to the tales that developed,

The popularity of Gunung Kawi

place. The common tale at that time was

their small kiosks offer colorful flowers

an ethnic Chinese named Tan Kie Lam

that Ong Hok Liong stayed at the burial

and petals to be sprinkled over the burial

recovered from an illness after receiving

and then had dreams that there were

sites or for prayers. Their friendly smiles

treatment by R.M. Iman Soedjono with

the bentoel (ubi talas) plant everywhere.

somehow diminish the grim idea of these

the aid of holy water from the heirloom

Ong Hok Liong told of his dream to the

burial sites.

earthenware jug left by Eyang Djoego.

warden, and was advised that his cigarette

Then in respect to Eyang R.M. Iman

endeavor should be named Bentoel.

CHINESE DESCENDENTS AT GUNUNG KAWI

Soedjono, Tan Kie Lam studied and resided at the Gunung Kawi monastery.

grew rapidly, and is still going well now.

The perception that higher places are

Due to the differences in beliefs with the

Not forgetting about his dream at the burial

closer to Nirvana bears out the philosophy

master, Tan Kie Lam eventually established

site, Ong Hok Liong participated in the

that each wish and prayer will reach the

a small Chinese temple around the

development of the Gunung Kawi resting

heavens faster. Many ethnic Chinese

monastery to conduct rituals of prayer and

place. He and his wife routinely visit the

conduct ziarah to Gunung Kawi too.

pay homage to the master.

burial site at the resting place, especially

Since then, Ong Hok Liong’s business

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INDONESIA

MALANG

on the night of Jumat Legi and ate every

From here we may note that that is the

Nanang, fulfill three elements. The place

first date of Suro. He also holds syukuran

reason why nearly everything around the

must be desolate, dark (grim), and there

(blessing celebrations) with wayang kulit

complex has a typically oriental nuance.

are no places for prayer. Meanwhile in

performances, complete with feasts of

All the buildings except for the Eyang

Gunung Kawi, the place is quite busy,

mutton and beef on the menu.

Djoego and Eyang R.M. Iman Soedjono

bright, and there are so many places for

burial complex, feature typical Chinese

prayer. In further explanations, when man

ritual altars.

is faced with hard choices in his life he

Based on the descriptions by the management of the Yayasan Ngesti

tends to seek out instant dependencies

Gondo foundation, many businessmen

CONCLUSIONS FROM A BLOODLINE

that they can hold onto when hardships

Even a statue of the goddess Kwan-Im, 8 meters high and worth approximately

The consecrated aspect of the Gunung

somewhat significant, as they can

Rp. 2 billion, which stands in one corner

Kawi burial site so far has developed into

become a component in explaining man’s

of the building, was a donation from one

myths; claims that are difficult to trace

environment and history.

of Indonesia’s successful ethnic Chinese

down with the rational mind. Myths of

businessmen.

wealth seeking places, according to Bapak

of Chinese descent visit Gunung Kawi.

arise. That is why myths have become

Myths can therefore be described as man’s simplified explanations over realities.

And myths are considered significant as they provide hope. Awareness of a purpose in life is an important part in order

To Kediri

for man to reach happiness.

To Surabaya

In a world of materialism, poverty is the BATU

no-no. And unfortunately not all people have the ability to succeed in that sense.

That is why many people take certain

Mt. Kawi

steps to reach the wealth they dream of. A ziarah to Gunung Kawi is just one option.

MALANG

Gunung Kawi Pilgrimage

For the modern-minded, a visit to Gunung Kawi for the purpose of gaining

WONOSARI Pakisaji

blessings of wealth is quite irrational. Yet

Ngajum

MALANG

this does no justice, if we do not try to

Kepanjen

seek to understand this behavior. One To Lumajang

assumption that we can look to is that a ziarah to Gunung Kawi builds self esteem and confidence in the pilgrim, which later makes way to strength and positive attitude in advancing their endeavors. ■ Text and photos by Erik Wijaya

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A GLITTER FROM THE PAST THAT SETS YOU APART The Shanghai Blue 1920 Club owns such a distinguished personality. Recently transforming itself from a mere restaurant into a lounge-club that revives the days of old and glorious Shanghai, the place obviously sets itself apart from other nightlife venues in town.

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et’s face it. Pleasing Jakarta’s night-out goers is becoming more and more of a challenge. With the existing and emerging seemingly endless myriad of clubs, bars, and wine bars on streets or in the city’s five-star hotels, the seekers of entertainment have no shortage for venues to choose from. Being spoiled

by such a wide range of choices, is it no wonder that the souls who desire the after-sundown fun are getting pickier in choosing their chillout corners. If you don’t have something unique to offer, you just don’t stand out in the crowd.

The Shanghai Blue 1920 Club owns such a distinguished personality. Recently transforming itself from a mere restaurant into a lounge-club that revives the days of old and glorious Shanghai, the place obviously sets itself apart from other nightlife venues in town.

Without changing the main interior or their huge dining tables, the rebirth of the place includes the addition of sofas, bar stools and tables for chilling out, drinking and listening to music. Like a part of their established identity, the eye-catching elements that draw any first-time visitors also stay preserved. Yes, we are talking about the BALI&BEYOND

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colorfully adorned walls, pin-ups, classic

Shanghai nostalgia is also reflected in the

opium pipes and various oldies photos,

way the staff are dressed. Hovering in the

reminiscent of the magnificent Shanghai

place are beautiful cheongsam ladies with

Tea House where it all began.

those thick platform sandals and cute Art

Just taking you on a quick flashback through history, the Shanghai Tea House was made in 19th century, a simple and

Deco “hair bun” styles, serving you with endless smiles and warmth.

As a lounge-club with a romantic

modest “warung” in the port of area of

reminiscence of Shanghai in the early

Sunda Kelapa set up by Siti Zaenab, a

1920s, the entertainment is another crucial

local Indonesian lady married to Chan

element. In the evenings on the weekends,

Mo Sang, a sailor from Shanghai who

the live jazz performance fills the room with

settled down in the city. The popularity

funky tunes of Cantopop, Swing Jazz and

of the place bloomed as the time rolled

Latin Jazz. Recently, a number of top local

on, turning it into a bigger and busier

and international performers have warmed

destination for international sailors and

up the place. These names include Dira J.

other people from various professions

Sugandi, top saxophonist Eugene Bounty,

who craved Zaenab’s delicious Shanghai-

flamenco guitarist Yeppy Romero, Yance

Batavian food and fun evenings. With the

Manusama, Ole Pattiselano, Iwan Wiradz,

intention of bringing back the magic and

Agam Hamzah and Adam Gyorgy.

memories of these glimmering old times,

Does all this lead your mind to the

Shanghai Blue 1920 came into creation

dance floor? You won’t be disappointed.

several years ago, transforming into a

The need to swing and shake your feet and

lounge club in the same location in the

booty is another joy offered here. Bringing

Wahid Hasyim area of Jakarta.

back the glamour of the 1920s-1930s era

Apart from the interior, the feel of the

The popularity of the place bloomed as time rolled on, turning it into a bigger destination for people who craved Zaenab’s delicious Shanghai-Batavian food and fun evenings.

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was filled with tea halls, mushrooming dance clubs, fancy dresses balls, banquets, glittering cabaret shows and Sing-Song Girls, this place now offers private session of “Dance Class 101” with Oddy Munir, a respected senior dancer in Jakarta. Offering a variety of dancing from ballroom dance to Latin and Cha Cha, the 101 Class welcome all dance enthusiasts from all different kinds of levels to join this special class. The one-hour session every Tuesday is accompanied by a special live band with complimentary Shanghai Afternoon High Tea. Now where else do you find this sort of fun?

With the existence of numerous entertainment venues in Jakarta that offer diverse styles and concepts, the development of the Shanghai Blue 1920 Club leads to a stronger character that brings itself as an exceptional route for the lounge/club goers with an endless hunger for something different.

Believe me, it doesn’t take long to feel that this place has character. Just walk into the Shanghai Blue 1920 Club and it will hit you the moment you sit down, chill, and breath in the ambience. Then you will say to yourself, “this is a place like no other.” ■ Text by Kathy Petite, Photos courtesy Shanghai Blue 1920 Club ■ Shanghai Blue 1920 Club Jazz Lounge & Restaurant Jl. Kebon Sirih Raya 77-79, Jakarta; (021) 391-8690, (021) 392-0384 www.tuguhotels.com

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BEYONDUPDATES

LUXURY IN THE NORTH Medan is fast becoming a must-see destination in North Sumatra. The largest nature beautiful Toba Lake, Sipiso piso waterfall, and Bukit Lawang have ranked at the top of globetrotting must see list of wonders. JW Marriott Medan offers Executive Rooms and 3 types of Suite Rooms with many privileges where international business and leisure travelers are pampered with stylish comforts, contemporary amenities and impeccable service. The Executive Rooms concept brings the presence of “Marriott Revive” bedding the epitome of comfort luxury and elegance of JW Marriott to more efficient budget.

Junior Suite, Ambassador Suite and Presidential Suites start from US$99 ++ for Executive Room type with single occupancy.

JW Marriott Medan, Jalan Putri Hijau No 10, Medan (061) 455-3333; www.marriott.com

TOWARD THE PEAKS Gunung Bagging recently launched dedicated to the Indonesian mountains. Two English expats have recently compiled a list of all the mountain and volcano peaks in Indonesia with a prominence of 1000 metres or more. This list of peaks, known humorously as “The Ribus”, represents a new development in our understanding of the mountain areas of the Indonesian archipelago. It is hoped that the list of peaks and the website will encourage hikers, whether Indonesian, expatriate or backpacker, to explore this amazing country in more detail and visit incredible areas as yet largely unexplored. www.gunungbagging.com

CHARACTERISTICS ON! Prime Plaza Hotels & Resorts (PPHR) hosted a Road Show in four cities, intended to affirm the excistency of Prime Plaza Hotels & Resorts in the hotel industry in Indonesia.

For corporate Identity, PPHR changed their flowers and leaf elements as its main characteristic, still dominated by green and blue. Every hotel also has its different tagline, representing the individuality and uniqueness of each property.

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CITY IN THE CITY The Akmani Hotel Jakarta launches as a four star hotel on Jakarta’s Jl. Wahid Hasyim 91, near the Sabang junction and across the road from the Spanish Embassy. The hotel boasts a minimalist concept with a dominant color of black and grey. Akmani Hotel offers 116 rooms in 5 categories consisting of 84 Deluxe, 24 Grand Deluxe, 5 Suite, 2 Grand Suite, and 1 Presidential Suite. Each room is complete with LCD TV and free access internet, and a karaoke room in every Presidential Suite. From level 3 to 9 are non smoking floors, and smoking floor is present on level 2. Comfortable and elegant interiors are dominated by glass and mirrors.

For meetings and gatherings, to seminars and wedding parties, Akmani Hotel also offers 7 meeting rooms with capacities of 35 to 125 people and a Ballroom located at the lobby level which can accommodate up to 750 people.

The Akmani Hotel, Jl. KH. Wahid Hasyim 91, Jakarta; (021) 3190-5335 www.akmanihotel.com

WASTED ART

ANOTHER NEW YEAR JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta presents some Chinese traditions such as ‘stir and throw’ Giant Yee Sang in the hotel lobby which is an expression of welcoming welfare in the new year. They also present Nian Gao, Chinese cookies and other Chinese food. Nian Gao is Chinese New Year’s cake which is a symbol of hope and luck on business and career along the year. JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta provides traditional Nian Gao of any taste and shape such as koi, symbol of luck and a prosperous long year. Nian Gao is wrapped in a luxurious oriental gift box. The Nian Gao Counter is open through February 28 in the lobby.

JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta, Jl. Lingkar Mega Kuningan Kav. E.1.2 No. 1& 2, Mega Kuningan, Jakarta, (021) 5798-8888 www.marriott.com/jktjw

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Cemeti Art House presents the unconventional project, ‘Wasted’ by artist and pianist Tomoko Mukaiyama through January 16. Mukaiyama’s project links architecture to visual arts, to music and literally to you.

‘Wasted’ is an architectural installation built up out of 12,000 white, silk dresses and Tomoko’s own concert dresses by Issey Miyake and Comme des Garcons from her personal wardrobe. These dresses are imprinted with her own ‘moon blood’. Audiences wind in and out walking a labyrinth of white dresses. This physical experience triggers an internal process.

Tomoko gives female audiences a chance to truly engage. Every female visitor is invited to take one silk dress for free if they agree to fulfil two conditions: to wear the dress during the ‘time of the month’ and then send their physical and emotional experiences in an artistic statement back to Tomoko Mukaiyama. The statements from thousands of women from all over the world can be pieces of sound, poetry, texts, photo, video or anything in-between. Cemeti Art House, Jl. D.I. Panjaitan 41, Yogyakarta (0274) 371-015; www.cemetiarthouse.com

The Patra Bali

HOTELHIGHLIGHTS 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 Pavilion. 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 shopping district.

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.

Main pool, Terrace Restaurant, Sunset Bar, Dreamland Beach Shuttle, Kuta Shuttle, Dream Spa Center, Free Internet at Business Centre, Gift Shop, Pool Bar, and spacious parking area. Each Villa Features: Fully air-conditioned, in-room personal safe, 29” flat color television with international TV Channel, IDD Telephone, Mini bar, Jacuzzi, DVD player, original imported latex mattress, shower jet massage, imported bathtub with hot and cold running water, private plunge pool and Balinese gazebo.

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.

Hard Rock Hotel Bali Asia’s first Hard Rock Hotel, covering a prime three hectares site at the heart of Bali’s entertainment and shopping district. This is the ultimate theme vacation resort with Hard Rock’s signature of limitless energy, unparalleled creativity and quality service - the perfect place to Rest, Relax & Rock!

Hard Rock Hotel features 418 tribute rooms and luxury suites, alongside six cutting edge food and beverage outlets. A paradise for couples, families and singles.

Situated at Bali’s famous shopping and entertainment district, Kuta, just 10 minutes drive from Bali airport, you’ll find that the Hard Rock Hotel offers more than just comfortable accommodation, it also blends tropical majesty with today’s modern luxury.

Jl. Pantai, Banjar Pandai Mas, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-869 E-mail: rock@hardrockhotels.net Website: www.hardrockhotels.net

Rama Beach

Resort & Villas Cultural rhythms blend with nature enhanced by warm Balinese hospitality for privacy and intimacy over 2 hectares of lush tropical garden - fit for honeymoon or business gatherings combined with tropical leisure. Choose from 18 Superior Rooms, 35 Deluxe Rooms, 10 Deluxe Cottages and 36 villas including 15 villas with plunge pool. Conference facilities cater up to 100 guests, while Dewi Shinta Restaurant serves Indonesian and International fare.

Jl. Jenggala (Wana Segara), Tuban, South Kuta Tel. (0361) 751-557, Fax. (0361) 752-968 E-mail: sales@ramabeachhotel.com Website: www.ramabeachhotel.co

All spacious rooms boast bathtub and shower, veranda or balcony; satellite TV and in-house movies, IDD telephone, mini bar, and coffee and tea making facilities. All villas are additionally equipped with separate modern bathtub and shower, safe deposit box, broadband internet connection, DVD players and lounge benefits.

Villa services include welcome drinks, daily fruit baskets, afternoon tea and evening cocktail, 30-minute spa treatment, turn down and butler services.

Rama Beach Resort & Villas, a semi boutique resort is within JANUARY 2010 61white sand minutes driveBALI&BEYOND from the International Airport, and the beach of Kuta is only a few moments walk.

COMMUNITYCALENDAR

PITA PRADA Bali Biennale will be hosted by Museum Neka, Museum Puri Lukisan and ARMA (Agung Rai Museum of Art) in Ubud. The Bali traditional painting exhibition called Pita Prada runs through January 11, with 180 Bali traditional paintings in every genre. Two third of them are of the 1980 - 2000 generation and others from previous generation. This will be the first biennale on Balinese tradional paintings. It is aimed to announce to the national and international public that Balinese traditional paintings are a big community growing and developing time by time.

Museum Neka, Jalan Raya Campuhan, (0361) 975-074 www.museumneka.com

BALIGRAPHY Quidzy presents “BaliGraphy-The many facets of my Sacred Island”, an exhibition of black and white photography taken by Made Nagi from 2008 to 2009. The exhibition runs through January 24. In 2005, Made was chosen to participate in the workshop organized by the VII Photo Agency and held by John Stanmeyer and Gary Knight, and which he personally considers this event as one of the most important of his career as a photographer. This series of photographs in this exhibition is the upshot of the most intimate, spiritual and mystical visualizations experienced, snapped and collected by the Author, when simply inquiring himself about “What is happening in my own backyard?

What is happening in my sacred garden?” Quidzy Showroom and Art Space, Jl. Kunti II no. 20, Seminyak (0361) 738-631

SPACE ON SPACE Gaya Art Space presents Space on Space, a visual art exhibition by Balinese maestro painter Made Wianta. In this exhibition Wianta charmingly tests our preparedness to enter the sensation of the spectacle. All of the Gaya Fusion wall space, measuring approximately 1600X1200X450 cm is covered with abstract ‘op’ images. As many as 3000 images made using acrylic on plywood measuring 35X45 cm are attached to the walls. It is easy to imagine the psychological effect on entering a space thus filled with images. The exhibition space becomes literally spectacular. The art being shown by Wianta in Space on Space positions painting not only as 2 dimensional art, but also spatial. It is painting arranged architecturally; showing not only outer surfaces, but also inner surfaces. The dimensions thus afforded make for quite sensational viewing for observers. Gaya Art Space, Jl. Raya Sayan, Ubud, (0361) 979-252; www.gayafusion.com

FRIEND OR FOE Komaneka Fine Art Gallery welcomes two young talents back home to Bali from Yogyakarta in an exhibition called Friend or Foe through January 30. Friend or Foe juxtaposes very different artists: a painter and a sculptor.

Both Arya Sucitra and Nyoman Agus Wijaya are young upand-coming artists who have shown promising beginnings.

They have unique sensibilities. Arya chooses to paint cows on canvas, while Nyoman sculpts dogs out of metal. Both have chosen animals they love. Yet these creatures remain an enigma to the artists, especially in unveiling mankind’s relationship with these domesticated creatures.

Komaneka Fine Art Gallery, Jl. Monkey Forest, Ubud (0361) 976-090; gallery.komaneka.com

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HOTELHIGHLIGHTS Villas & Spa Bali Masari Villas is a hotel with a difference and features four onebedroom and eight two-bedroom luxury villas each with their own private plunge pool beautifully situated overlooking a ravine in the valley of the Petanu River. A place to be at one with nature, to soothe the senses - mind, body and soul. Self-contained villas are perfect for honeymooners, for discerning travelers and executives.

Restaurant providing a range of Asian and European food; bars, a spa, a large swimming pool and a smaller childrens pool. The villas have recently been refurbished to four star standards, each featuring its own dip pool and equipped with television, air conditioning, hot and cold water, telephone, electronic safety deposit box and kitchen. Spacious rooms boast high Balinese roofs, marble floors, a large central living area and a pull out sofa double bed.

Jl. Pantai Purnama, Banjar Gelumpang, Sukawati, Gianyar Tel: (0361) 290-029 Fax: (0361) 290-050 E-mail: reservations@balimasarivillas.com Website: www.balimasarivillas.com

The 1.6 hectare resort is situated near the Sukawati village in the Gianyar Regency. 45 minutes drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport, 30 minutes from Ubud, 20 minutes from Sanur. Shopping and art markets are nearby in Sukawati.

Mentari Sanur Hotel 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

Maxi Hotel & Spa The Maxi Hotel & Spa is situated in the heart of Bali’s shopping and nightlife district. Centrally located, the property offers an ideal base for visitors wishing to explore Bali while keeping all the island’s best shops, bars, restaurants and beaches within easy walking distance.

Hotel facilities and services include restaurant, bar, meeting room, massage and spa, room service, swimming pool with Jacuzzi, children’s pool, laundry and dry cleaning service, airport pickup and transfer, snack bar, tour desk, doctor on call, free car park, baby sitter upon request, broadband internet connection, major credit cards accepted, individually controlled air-conditioning, local and IDD telephone, satellite TV, daily mineral water, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, mini bar, personal electronic safe deposit, tea & coffee maker. The balcony overlooking the swimming pool and landscaped tropical garden offers a private area for relaxing.

The hotel is less than 15 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport; 20 minutes drive to Denpasar, 30 minutes from Sanur, Nusa Dua and within 45 minutes drive to the artistic centre of Ubud and about 350 meters from Bali’s famous Kuta Beach.

Jl. Legian 83A, Legian Tel: (0361) 754-082Fax: (0361) 750-792 E-mail: info@maxi-hotel.com Website: www.maxi-hotel.com

The Haven Hotel Pioneering three in one concept, hotel, suites and villas located in the heart of hippest Seminyak Area. Famous area for clubs, boutiques and restaurants. Walking distance to beaches. With perfect concept “Naturally Elegant” post Perfect palace for honeymooners, party goers and fashionista.

96 hotel rooms, 60 spacious suites, 7 villas with private pool in each, function and meeting rooms, Three Main swimming pools, Atma Spa, SABEEN Healthy Restaurant, Gym, Library, Tirta Pool bar, butler services, Limousine service, LCD TV’s, Broadband Internet connection.

Jl. Raya Seminyak 500 – Bali Tel: (0361) 738-001 The Haven Suites & Villas Gg. Raja, Jalan Double Six – Seminyak - Bali Tel: (0361) 738-001, Fax: (0361) 738-002 Sales: (0361) 738-008 E-mail: info@thehavenbali.com Website: www.thehavenbali.com

Honeymoon package, Meeting package, Bed and breakfast package and Photo-shoot wedding Package.

15 Minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport, walking distance to beaches, Shopping area, and Boutiques.

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LUX LUMINA Kendra Gallery presents a solo exhibition by Filippo Sciascia, through January 14. Filippo Amato Sciascia (born at Palma, Di Montechiaro, Italy, 1972) presents his solo exhibition of his recent works. Lux Lumina (Luminous Light) refers to the characteristics in Sciascia’s paintings that expose artificial light observed through optical technology using photographic and digital media. Since western painting started to deal with reality and accuracy, painters have applied various methods to capture and transfer light onto canvas. In every age, light is presented in various ways and ideas according to the spirit and philosophy of the age. Dazzling lights in Sciascia’s paintings leave us with uncertainty and mystery.

Kendra Gallery of Contemporary Art Jl. Drupadi 88B, Basangkasa, Seminyak, (0361) 736-628 www.kendragallery.com

FuramaXclusive Villas and Spa Ubud, Bali presents “Reflection” showcasing a combination of talented trio artists from Ubud, through January 24.

The exhibition showcases selected paintings of I Dewa Nyoman Alit which has proven his professionalism as an international realism painter with a touch of local inspirations, “Keris” Collection, the traditional indigenous weapons inheritance from Ubud collector I Komang Sudiarta. And in addition, Ketut Warsana is among the trio offering his masterpiece and craft expressions.

FuramaXclusive Villas and Spa, Jl. Raya Mambal (0361) 7463064; www.furamaxclusive.com

MEANWHILE... THIS MONTH January 1 New Year’s Day, 2009 International observance

January 7 Orthodox Christmas Orthodox Christian observance

Global Family Day (Formerly the One Day of Peace and Sharing) Recognized by the UN

January 14 Old New Year Orthodox Christian observance

World Day of Peace Established by Pope Paul VI in his letter dated on 8.12.1967 International observance January 2 Tumpek Kandang Day devoted to Sang Hyang Rare Angon, guardian of cattle and livestock.

Balinese Hindu observance Indonesian Veteran Legion Anniversary.

National observance

FINE-JEWELED BATIK Alila Ubud showcases a glittering collection of jeweled batik tapestries designed by German-born textile artist Annemarie Kipar. The exhibition features an Indonesian-inspired series of jeweled batik wall hangings and bedspreads, each beautifully embellished with richly colored beads sequins and stones.

Annemarie’s beautiful creations bring together her love for fine jewels with her love for the intricate designs and motifs of Indonesian batik and ikats, which was sparked not long after she arrived in Bali in the early 1990s. She has lived and worked here ever since. The exhibition, “An Extraordinary Viewing” of textile artist Annemarie Kipar runs through January 15.

Alila Ubud, (0361) 975-963, www.alilahotels.com

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January 3 Religious Department Day National observance January 5 Indonesian Women’s Naval Corps (KOWAL) Day. National observance January 6 Epiphany Christian holiday on January 6 celebrating the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus.

Orthodox Christian observance.

World Day for War Orphans Initiated by (S.O.S Enfants En Detresse - www.soseed. org and AIDS & War Orphans International)

January 15 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day United States observance January 25 International Leprosy Day International observance Nutrition and Food Day National observance January 26 Australia Day Australian observance India Republic Day Indian observance Garuda Indonesia’s 60th anniversary (Founded January 26, 1949 as Garuda Indonesian Airways) National observance January 28 Data Protection Day Recognized by the Council of Europe International observance January 31 Nahdatul Ulama (NU) anniversary; conservative Sunni Islam group in Indonesia, established January 31, 1926 National observance

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250 YEARS...

To celebrate its 250-year anniversary, Guinness Indonesia modified a bus into a mobile exclusive merchandise display, complete with interactive multimedia and information on the 250 year celebration of Guinness. Guinness Bus Road Show visited 10 cities in Indonesia namely Medan, Pekanbaru, Palembang, Manado, Bandung, Jakarta, Makassar, Yogyakarta, Surabaya, and Bali. www.boldchemistry.com

ON THE RISE Bali Nusa Tenggara Tangi 2009 was held at the Ballroom of the Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, which presented various tenun cloths from Bali, NTB, and NTT, on Saturday night December 12, 2009. It presented creations of several national talented and noteworthy fashion designers, the likes of Ghea Sukasan, Josephin “Obin” Komara, Charmanita, Oscar Lawalata, Samuel Watimena, and Farida Lalampuling. Dignitaries present included the Minister of Culture & Tourism, Commander of Regional Military IX/Udayana, Major General TNI Hotmangaradja Pandjaitan and East Nusa Tenggara Governor, Frans Lebu Raya. Kodam IX/Udayana, Jl. Udayana No.1, Denpasar (0361) 235-321; www.kodam-udayana.mil.id

CROWDED HOUSE Bali & Beyond had a fun series of visits over the holiday season. Most of them were from the hospitality industry and various supporting partners. Among the traditionally whacky were the team at Anantara Seminyak (pictured left) who brought some cheers amidst the deadlines, donning colorful costumes and impersonations, of Santa and helpers, as well as fairy tale characters... But Marilyn Monroe, Catwoman and Elvis surely made us recheck our calendars to make sure it was the right time of the year and not Halloween! Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa, Bali, Jl. Abimanyu, Seminyak, (0361) 737-773 seminyak@anantara.com

HAPPY DAY Harris Hotels celebrated December 12 as Harris Day. Every year they create an interesting program at their hotels. They presented the “How Harris R U” program in December, to find out how people’s awareness of the brand. Harris Riverview represented 3 Harris hotels in Bali threw in a gathering party on December 11 with entertainment, free flow drinks and lucky draws. Harris Hotel & Residence Riverview, Jl. Raya Kuta 62A, Kuta (0361) 761-007; www.harris-riverview-bali.com

SPA AWARD Pevonia Botanica had been awarded Men’s product of the Year award for ‘Easy-Glide Shaving Emulsion’ at the 2009 Asia Spa Awards. Pevonia Botanica beat nine other finalists in the shortlist including Elemis, Thalgo and Payot to win the award presented by Asia Spa magazine. Pevonia was also finalist in two other categories. www.pevonia.com.au

YEAR END BASH Bali Culinary Professionals’ Year End Party Bash invited its members of chefs, friends and colleagues to a night of dinners, entertainment and lucky draws at Ooolooloos Bar & Lounge of the Nikko Bali Resort & Spa on Friday, December 18.

The evening began with a prelude of a cocktail at the lower lobby around the clifftop garden. Fashion shows and lucky draws were presented later into the evening. www.balichefs.com BALI&BEYOND JANUARY 2010 65

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RESUME FLIGHTS KLM Royal Dutch Airlines began operating thriceweekly service to Denpasar, on December 6. The flights already have proved to be very popular. “We have therefore decided to raise frequency to four weekly flights as of midJanuary,” said KLM President & CEO Peter Hartman. Bali is a popular destination among Dutch holidaymakers. KLM has operated services to Indonesia for the past 85 years. With the addition of Denpasar to its network, KLM now serves six destinations in South-East Asia. www.klm.com

JUST A BOOK AWAY...

James Owens from The World is Just a Book Away (TWJBA) opened a library in SD 7 Jimbaran on December 18. This elemenetary school is also part of InterContinental Bali Resort’s CSR program. He named it ‘Cher Library’, after a popular patron and American celebrity who also donated to the library. T WJBA was launced in 2008 by James J. Owens, a professor at the University of South California. It was founded on the core belief that education breaks the cycle of poverty and promotes peace around the world. This is their 22nd library in Indonesia. www.justabookaway.org

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali received a Gold level recognition in the Tri Hita Karana Tourism Awards (THK). The award process is based on recognising accommodation operators, institutions and tourist attractions in Bali that embody high levels of service professionalism while at the same time embracing the indigenous spiritual and community values of Balinese culture. The Laguna, (0361) 771-327

NO PLASTIC! Bali Cantik Tanpa Plastik and Hypermart Mal Bali launched its hypergreen campaign on November 27. It was a campign for customers to bring their own shopping bag to reduce plastic garbage. Bali Cantik Tanpa Plastik is a voluntary group of Indonesians and expats in Ubud who have deep concerns of the environment. Bali Cantik Tanpa Plastik Jl. Hanoman no. 44B, Ubud (0361) 972-906.

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SHOW THE TALK After a series of roadshows in other cities, Andy F Noya, host and persona of national talkshow ‘Kick Andy’, aired on national television Metro TV, held its final stop on the island of Bali. Kick Andy Roadshow was held live at the auditorium of the uDayana University on December 18, with an audience of 3,000 people. guests invited on the show included a number of inspiring people, from young executives and musicians and RamAditya, a blind game sound engineer who had contributed to Nintendo’s Mario Bros franchise.

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Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa won gold medal and received an award in the Tri Hita Karana Award 2009. The event was held at the Ksinarnawa Art Center in Denpasar, on December 4. Other hotels who also received the awards were: Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay, Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort, The Laguna Resort & Spa and St. Regis Bali.Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa also won against 18 other 4-star and 5-star hotels in the ‘The Best Service’ category. www.nusaduahotel.com

ACROSS THE BORDER AirAsia Indonesia together with Sabah Tourism Board and BMW Tours conducted a familiarization trip with Indonesian travel agents to Kota Kinabalu City in Sabah, Malaysia. Bali & Beyond on behalf of MRA Media also got the chance to hop along the week-long itinerary and see what the neighboring country just across the border on the island Borneo has to offer.

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu provided accommodation while among the itinerary highlights included Mount Kinabalu National Park as well as other natural attractions and cultural and culinary journeys. www.bmwtours.com

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FESTIVE CHARITY Patra Bali Resort & Villas celebrated the beginning of the Christmas holiday with a Christmas tree lighting. The hotel invited 18 orphanage children from the Anugerah Bala Keselamatan. These children shared this special day together with the hotel guests and staff. When the lights were lit, guests had nice cocktails while listening to the children singing carols. The kids then had dinner all received Christmas presents of educational support materials. The Patra Bali also conducted blood donors.

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

COOL IN WHITE N’ BLUE Four Seasons Bali Resorts treated members of the hospitality industry to a cool holiday party on Thursday, December 10. The Residence Villa was transformed into white and blue and hosted over a hundred, including travel agencies, wedding organizers, and the media who mingled together.

Featured were cuisines of three different restaurants, fine wines, cocktails and beverages, sweets and savories and live music performed by Dodot Band, as well as a fashion show by the staff.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, Jimbaran, (0361) 701-010 www.fourseasons.com/jimbaranbay

GOLF N’ COCKTAILS Le Meridien Nirwana’s j12th Anniversary was a series of celebrations leading up to a further culmination of revelries at the resort. Among them was the Le Meridien Golf Day, in which Le Meridien invited its travel partners as well as members of the media to the recent Thank You Cocktail Party at its fabulous cliff lawn following its Golf Day friendly row of competitions.

Le Meridien Nirwana Golf & Spa Resort Bali, Jalan Raya Tanah Lot (0361) 815-900; www.lemeridien.com/bali

HEIRLOOMS GRAND FINALE Hyatt Resorts Bali namely Bali Hyatt and Grand Hyatt Bali joined forces in hosting a celebration party for travel agencies, wedding organizers, the media, and basically everybody who have been supporting the resorts throughout 2009. The success of this year’s party, which was held on December 8, at the Grand Ballroom of the Grand Hyatt Bali, had about 500 enthusiastic guests mixing at the celebration where, following the tradition, the highly-anticipated Hyatt Resorts Bali Sales & Marketing team musical performance was presented as the grand finale to the event. Grand Hyatt Bali, (0361) 771-234 www.bali.grand.hyatt.com

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Prime Plaza Hotels & Resorts (PPHR) hosted a Road Show in four cities, intended to affirm the existence of Prime Plaza Hotels & Resorts in the hotel industry in Indonesia.

For corporate Identity, PPHR changed their flowers and leaf elements as its main characteristic, still dominated by green and blue. Every hotel also has its different tagline, representing the individuality and uniqueness of each property.

Prime Plaza Hotels & Resorts; Plaza 5 Pondok Indah Blok C No.16, Jakarta (021) 7279-9797 JANUARY 2010 www.primeplazahotels.com

A special event organized by P.T. Konderatu Indonesian Village at the Klapa New Kuta Beach Resort in Pecatu, from December 11-13, showcased collections of priceless artifacts from the Kasultanan palace of Yogyakarta and Borobudor Temple.

Outstanding Indonesian fashion designer Guntur Purnomo (Batik Borobudur Designer) presented his colorful designs.www.konderatu.com

WONDERLANDS Biasa Artspace opened the art exhibition ‘Mondo: Follow the Rabbit’, curated by Valentine Willie on November 21. The fictional character in Lewis Caroll’s book Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland appears at the very beginning of the book.

Alice follows him down the rabbit hole into Wonderland. It is Mondo’s (Edmondo Zanolini) first major solo exhibition in Bali since he first came here 20 years ago and constitutes a summary of his life to date in the “wonderland” of Southeast Asia and Bali in particular.

Biasa Artspace, Jl. Raya Seminyak 34, Kuta, (0361) 847-5766 www.biasaart.com

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DIAMONDS & PEARLS FOR CHRISTMAS AT GRAND HYATT December 12 a record 360 Skal members and guests gathered at Bali tourism’s premier social event of the year, the Diamonds and Pearls themed 2009 Skal Bali Christmas Ball in the Karangasem Ballroom at Grand Hyatt Bali Cocktails and Canapes in the Courtyard were followed by a sit down dinner of Marinated King Prawns, Smoked Tomato Consommé, Australian Beef Cheeks in Black Truffles Sauce, Chocolate Walnut Cake with Peach Parfait and a variety of Mingnardises. A Christmas choir, a great band and singers, a great door prize, raffles, silent auctions and dancing made it an evening to remember. Reservations are now open for 2010

COMING EVENTS AT THE BEST VENUES IN BALI The 160 members of Skal Bali meet monthly for a great meal, fellowship, fun, networking and an opportunity to bond and get to know industry colleagues.

On the calendar are: January 8 – Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort – Nusa Dua February 5 – Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel – Sanur March 5 – Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali - Tuban April 9 – The St.Regis Bali Resort – Nusa Dua May 7 – Nikko Bali Resort and Spa – Nusa Dua June 4 – Ma Joly - Tuban

ABOUT SKAL AND SKAL BALI Skal International, founded in Paris in 1934, is the World’s largest travel and tourism organization with over 20,000 members in 500 clubs in 90 countries. Members are tourism industry management and professionals providing accommodation, transportation, tours, travel, marine and cruise tourism, attractions, restaurants, golf, spas and travel 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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TOURS & TRAVEL ADVENTURE INDONESIA – JUNGLE SURVIVAL TRAINING & FUN JUNGLE

BALI QUAD DISCOVERY TOURS - The Bali Quad and Bali Buggy tours

WAR, Student Field Trip, Orangutan & Dayak, Explore Irian Jaya Tribes, Komodo

both bring you to a part of Bali where you still can find old traditions alive.

& Flores Adventure, Toraja Tour. BALI: Ruko Wana Segara 12A, Tel: (0361) 750

Drive yourself with a specially designed off-road vehicle that copes with all

971, 750 964. JAKARTA: Wisma 31 kemang, 3rd floor tel: (021) 7182250/56,

kinds of terrain, through an authentic part of the island, passing rice fields,

Email: info@adventureindonesia.com

crossing jungles and driving through a traditional Balinese village. The views

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INFOINDEX AIRLINES

Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: 286-406 E-mail: consul @dps.centrin.net.id

■ AIRPORT OPERATOR: Tel: (0361) 751-011 ■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS: Wisthi Sabha Building, 2nd Floor Ngurah Rai International Aiprort Call Centre: 0804-1-888888 ■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA: Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: 768-369

■ GERMANY: Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535; Fax: 288-826 Email: dtkonsbali@denpasar.wasantara.net.id ■ HUNGARY: Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur.

Tel: (0361) 287-701 Fax: 287-456 Email: cristofoli@denpasar.wasantara.net.id ■ ITALY: Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org

■ ROYAL BRUNEI: Tel: (0361) 757-292 ■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES: Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 768-388, Fax: 768-383 ■ GARUDA: Jl. Jalan Sugianyar 5 Denpasar Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807

■ JAPAN: Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628; Fax: 265-066 ■ MEXICO: PT Puri Astina Putra Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon Tel: (0361) 223-266 E-mail: yudhara@astinatravel.com

■ 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

■ NETHERLANDS: KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, KutaTel: (0361) 751-517, Fax: 752-777 E-mail: purwa@denpasar.wasantara.net.id

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

■ NORWAY & DENMARK: Mimpi Resorts, Jimbaran, Tel: (0361) 701070 E-mail: mimpi@mimpi.com

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

■ SLOVAKIA: Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426171; Fax: 426-477 E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com

■ THAI INTERNATIONAL: Grand Bali Beach Sanur, Tel: (0361) 288-141 ■ QATAR AIRWAYS: Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788.

Wisti Sabha Building, 2nd Floor, Ngurah Rai International Aiprort, Tel: (0361) 760-274 Fax: 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: 221-195 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au www.dfat.gov.au ■ BRITAIN: Jl. Mertasari 2, Sanur, Denpasar 80227. Tel: (0361) 270-601 Fax: 270-570 E-mail: tamarin@dps.centrin.net.id ■ CZECH REPUBLIC: Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur. Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: 286-408 E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz ■ FRANCE: Jl. Mertasari Gg. II No. 8, Sanur

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■ SPAIN: Jl.Raya Sanggingan, Br. Lungsiakan Kedewatan, Ubud. Tel: (0361) 975-736 Fax: 975-726; E-mail: rabik@indo.net.id ■ SWEDEN & FINLAND: Jl. Segara Ayu (Segara Village Hotel) Tel: (0361) 288-407, Fax: 287-242 E-mail: segara1@denpasar.wasantara.net.id

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 ■ MEDICAL EVACUATIONS: Contact your consulate.

■ BIMC HOSPITAL: Provides medical attention for emergencies and evacuations. Jl. Ngurah Rai 100X, at the KutaSanur-Nusa Dua roundabout.

Tel: (0361) 761-263.

■ 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: 710-515.

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

■ KASIH IBU HOSPITAL: (Private Hospital) 24-hour emergency traumatology unit, maternity center, complete facilities and a full list of specialists, Jl. Teuku Umar 120, Denpasar.

Tel: (0361) 223-036; Fax: 238-690 Email: marketing@kasihibu.co.id www.kasihibu.co.id

MUSEUMS

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

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

■ UNITED STATES: Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 233-605 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id

■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART (ARMA): Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229.

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

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

■ 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.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS ■ CELLULAR SERVICES Indonesia applies GSM (Global Services for Mobiles). You can purchase prepaid calling cards at lower cost than calling on your home card. Major Service Providers are Telkomsel, Satelindo, Pro XL and Indosat. Look for kiosks and outlet signs or banners with product variants and brand markings.

■ TELKOMSEL The major GSM provider, Telkomsel, is reputed to have the widest national coverage area, minimizing connection and signal relay inconvenience.

Graha Telkomsel, Jl. Diponegoro 134 Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 228-811.

TOURIST INFORMATION ■ 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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