Bali & Beyond Magazine December 2017

FESTIVE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL BRUNCHES AND DINNERS

ISLAND’S

COCKTAILS UPLIFTING DRINKS FOR THIS JOYOUS SEASON

SPARKLING

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SPENDING A FUN YEAR-END HOLIDAY ON THE PARADISE ISLAND

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SPARKLING BALI ‘Om Swastiastu...’

It is that time of the year again where we share joy with our loved ones as another year has passed and a new beginning is upon us. As one of the world’s top tourist destinations, Bali offers limitless entertainment for a fun year-end holiday, from special dinners, parties to exciting activities for everyone.

On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, hotels and resorts throughout Bali offer

COVER Photo Courtesy of W Bali Seminyak

remarkable brunches and dinners– flip through our ‘FOTO FOLIO’ for inspiration on where to spend your Christmas time with family and friends. If you’re looking for a family-friendly hotel, Bali Dynasty Resort is the perfect choice to spend a holiday with your children. Discover our amazing stay experience in ‘REST & RELAXATION’. And to entertain the whole family, why don’t you take them to The Secret Garden Village, a new educational destination in Bedugul which we reveal in ‘LITTLE LOVES.’ For a fabulous year-end holiday, have some refreshing drinks over a casual talk with your friends. Our contributor Gendhis Dover has especially crafted her favorite cocktails on the island which she shares in ‘LIFESTYLE & LEISURE’. An excellent dining experience also awaits you at Salazon, the newly open restaurant in Seminyak area.

Find out what they have in store for you in our ‘DINE & DELIGHTS’. Don’t forget to check out our ‘PRIME PROMOTION’ to find good deals on New Year’s Eve. Have a Happy Christmas and Happy New Year!

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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EDNA TARIGAN

GHENDIS DOVER

KEYZA WIDIATMIKA

REZA FITRIYANTO

is a Jakarta-based travel writer. She began her professional career as a journalist, living in Bali for a year then moving back to Jakarta to chase another dream. www.edededan.com

Born to a British father and a Javanese mother in Timika, West Papua, Ghendis never really stays in one place for a long time. Now she has found home in Bali, and looking forward to explore her mother’s homeland.

has been loving photography and journalism since he was in high school.He works as a freelance photographer and a Secretary of Bali Photographers Society for 2016-2019 period. www.keyzawidiatmika.

is a Yogyakarta-based travel and photography enthusiast. Log on to www.rezafitriyanto.com to see more of his work.

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

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WATER WARS!

CHANGING THROUGH CHAKRA

CRAFT&CULTURE New Year’s celebration at Suwat Village

PROFILE&PORTRAIT A talk with Rini Soe about soul healing

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BALI’S BEST COCKTAILS

GLOWING SKIN

LIFESTYLE&LEISURE Four cocktails to have this holiday

INVITE&INDULGE Thousand Flower Wrap at Anantara Spa

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DINE&DELIGHTS REFINED TASTES

+ 20 PRIMEPROMOTION Hot deals and promotions of the month that shouldn’t be missed

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

42 REST&RELAXATION FAMILY PARADISE Family quality time at Bali Dynasty Resort

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FOTOFOLIO

CHRISTMAS DELIGHTS Brunch and dinner on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 18

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

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Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month

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

70 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses

FIRST COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF SALAZON, SECOND COLUMN COURTESY OF THE STONES HOTEL, THIRD COLUMN PHOTO COURTESY OF CODE GRAFITI

Fine cuisine at the newly open Salazon

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LITTLELOVES

BEAUTIFUL SECRET A visit to The Secret Garden Village

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TRACING MAJAPAHIT KINGDOM

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THE WEEKEND IS HERE! Enjoying Sunday Brunches in and around Jakarta

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New Year’s Eve is surely going to be full of fun at W Bali Seminyak with a number of dining choices and a lively party. First, you can enjoy an unforgettable New Year’s Eve dinner with family and friends at Starfish Bloo where you can relish a four-course set menu (from Rp. 2,600,000++/person), including cheese and dessert buffet, or enjoy a buffet-style dinner at Fire Restaurant & Terrace started from Rp. 2,500,000++/person. Then, head to W Lounge or Woobar and dance your night away with music by Sam Divine, Becky Tong and resident DJs until midnight strikes and the sky will be filled with fireworks. Happy New Year!

W Bali – Seminyak Jalan Petitenget, Kerobokan, Seminyak, (0361) 3000-106 www.wbaliseminyak.com

Plan your weekend getaway and enjoy the paradise island of Bali with the “Island Escape Staycation” package at The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Bali. Available from Rp. 2,100,000++/room/ night (for at least a twonight stay), this package includes daily breakfast at the Banyubiru restaurant, a complimentary 15-minute ocean back massage, a 15-minute non-motorized watersport, a 24hour access to the gym, return airport transfers, and more.

The Laguna also offers a “Tropical Escape Day Pass” at Rp. 500,000 nett/person and Rp. 250,000 nett/child between four to 12 years old for guests to enjoy swimming in the seven lagoon pools, and get a Rp. 300,000 resort credit that can be redeemed at the resorts’ dining outlets and Lagoon Spa. This pass also includes towels, shower, changing area, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa ITDC Lot-N2, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-327 www.thelagunabali.com

RADIANT LOOK Before attending any year-end parties, head to Jiwa Spa at Conrad Bali and pamper yourself with one of their three special spa packages. The two-hour “Reborn ‘N Rejoice” (Rp. 1,240,000++) will let you connect with your soul with a herbal bath and an anti-aging facial treatment, while “Glorious Glow” (from Rp. 1,300,000++) will pamper you with a herbal steam and bath, a body massage, and a slimming body wrap for 135 minutes. The “Enchanted Enlightenment” (Rp. 2,100,000++) will indulge you with a Balinese lulur, an aromatherapy flower bath and a traditional facial. Don’t forget to enjoy a 25 percent off discount for a spa healthy meal. These packages are only available from December 23, 2017 to January 7, 2018.

Conrad Bali Jalan Pratama No. 168, Tanjung Benoa, (0361) 778-788 www.conradbali.com

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GLAMOROUS WHITE It’s going to be a magical New Year’s Eve celebration at Hilton Bali Resort’s “White Glam” party.

Located at the lower lobby, this festive event will pamper you with an array of fresh seafood, Japanese charcoal grill, Moroccan dishes, and other delectable cuisine from across the globe. The night will be made merrier with live entertainment from aerial acrobatics and fluoro LED percussion, followed by a countdown party with a DJ performance and fireworks. This dinner is available at Rp. 1,500,000++/person, but don’t miss the early bird tickets priced at Rp. 1,350,000++/person until December 15. Don’t forget to wear your best white outfit and stand a chance to win a stay voucher from Hilton and other draw prizes. Dinner starts at 6.30 p.m. until 1 a.m.

Hilton Bali Resort Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua (0361) 773-377 www.baliresort.hilton.com

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PRIMEPROMOTION

WELCOMING 2018

ESCAPE TO NUSA DUA

JIMBARAN GETAWAY For this holiday season, Karma Jimbaran offers a good deal for you to spend some quality time with your family. Stay for three nights at the three-bedroom pool villa, and you can enjoy delicious daily breakfast for six persons at Karma Lounge, a 75-minute Intuitive Balinese Massage for six at Karma Spa, and an access to the award-winning Karma Beach Bali. Other benefits include access to the Three Monkeys Kids Club for children and a Rp. 1,000,000 nett/stay resort credit value. This package is available from US$433/villa/night.

Karma Jimbaran Jalan Bukit Permai, Jimbaran Bay, (0361) 848-2202 www.karmagroup.com

ISLAND PARTY Still wondering where to spend your year-end holiday? Look no more because Katamama presents an undeniable offer to celebrate the end of the year. The “Special Holiday Stay Experience” package gives you a lot of privileges, including daily breakfast at MoVida, welcome cocktails upon arrival, a choice of daily cultural program and a 15 percent discount on “La Noche Vieja” New Year’s Eve dinner at MoVida. As if that’s not enough, you will also get two tickets to Potato Head Beach Club’s NYE party that features a special performance from The Cuban Brothers, and a priority bed booking at the beach club. This offer is only available for at least a four-night stay from December 30, 2017 to January 2, 2018.

Katamama Jalan Petitenget No 51B, Seminyak, (0361) 302-9999 www.katamama.com

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NEW&NEWS

PRESTIGIOUS ACHIEVEMENT Congratulations to the Swiss watch brand, Longines for receiving the Price “Revival” award at the 2017 Grand Prix de l’Horlogerie de Geneve. It was The Longines Avigation BigEye that won the hearts of the jury based on its assertive look, excellence, creativity and passion upon the watch industry. The winning watch is a reinterpretation of a chronograph with design inspired from the 1930s to preserve the great tradition of pilot watches. www.longines.com

BREAK THE CODE Located in Yan’s House Hotel in Kuta, the newly open Code Grafiti is ready to take diners on a whole different culinary journey. With Chef Bondan Yuliarso leading the kitchen team, the restaurant elevates traditional Balinese ingredients and crafts them into fine-dining quality dishes. Some of the menu items that the restaurant presents include scallop turmeric yuzu, crab meat with Kintamani soursop and basil glacier, yellow duck with red cabbage and mangoesteen, and cube roll massaman deconstruction. But the most unique from the savory dishes is the “Obat Nyamuk” where lime leaf and chili paste are created resembling an Indonesian traditional mosquito repellent. “The real Indonesian obat nyamuk (mosquito repellent) is usually placed on the floor. This dish symbolizes our vision in elevating traditional ingredients to high-quality dishes,” Chef Bondan stated.

Another highlight is the chocolate shell with coconut mousse tarragon and salak puree for dessert, which is a show on its own as the chef does the plating right in front of diners.

Code Grafiti Yan’s House Hotel Jalan Kartika, Kuta, (0361) 752-388 www.yanshousehotelbali.com

Living Food Lab, the vegan fresh organic food supplier in Bali is inviting us all to join them in living a sustainable and healthy lifestyle. The brand, created by healthy chefs and couple Paulina Salmenhaara and Arttu, offers an introduction to raw plant-based food from preparation until it is served on the table. They also encourage us – especially those who are already committed to conscious food – to join their raw-food chef training and get the opportunity to receive the Certification Training Levels One and Two – class will be available in 2018.

We can also visit Living Food Lab at the Green School Bali in Ubud and grab their freshest raw-food menus from Mondays to Fridays at 7.45 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Living Food Lab Jalan Sibang Kaja, Banjar Saren, Abiansemal, Badung (0361) 469-875 www.livingfoodlab.com

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HEALTHY AND HAPPY

NATURAL COLLECTION Sensatia Botanicals is making your Christmas-present hunting for your girl friends a lot easier. The local natural beauty brand has just launched a charming package of natural skin treatment, consisting of Petal & Rind Hands Divine, Phenomenal Cacao Body Butter, Coffee & Cacao Brown Sugar Scrub, Cocoa & Honey Lip Bliss and Bali Cinnamon & Clove natural handmade soap. Available at a special price at Rp. 395,000, this package is wrapped beautifully in a personalized, nostalgic design inspired by family traditions. It is available online and in all Sensatia Botanicals stores throughout December 2017. www.sensatia.com

LOONEY TONES

MARIO BROS

WALK WITH STYLE Havaianas is back with more exciting designs! Now you can be more than just stylish in slippers as Havaianas launches new prints featuring three nostalgic famous cartoon figures in their latest collections: Mario Bros, Looney Tunes and all-time favorite DC Comic’s superhero, Batman. If you are a retro-design junkie or simply a ’90s kid who grew up with Nintendo video games, then the Mario Bros collection is the best choice. The Looney Tunes’ fans can choose between the adorable Tweety, Daffy Duck and Bugs Bunny, while the Batman series consists of a choice between the different Batman logos or the construction of the Batmobile. www.havaianas-store.com

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WATER WARS!

OUR CONTRIBUTOR KEYZA WIDIATMIKA REMINISCES ABOUT THE BEGINNING OF 2017 IN SUWAT VILLAGE BEFORE THIS YEAR ENDS…

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days – the celebration began from December 29, 2016 to January 2, 2017 with Siat Yeh or the Water Wars that fell on January 1, 2017 as the peak of the festival.

SPLASH, SPLASH! It was 8 a.m. on January 1, 2017

ireworks paint the night

when I witnessed the water wars.

when I arrived at the village and

sky, people cheer and

Titled the “Suwat Water Festival”,

people were already praying

it is no time for crying.

the event was hosted for the second

together at the intersection near

The sound of firecrackers

time after 2015 to celebrate the

Melanting Temple of Suwat Village.

makes the streets more

change of the year over several

The intersection is the symbol of the

alive and the neighborhood is filled with faces full of smiles. The beginning of New Year is almost always a picturesque night as most people worldwide celebrate it with people in Suwat Village in Gianyar regency have a different kind of celebration. To mark the start of a New Year, they hold a water war, which is quite the opposite to the rest of the world as water never gets along with fire.

It was the beginning of 2017

The Pancer Langit dancers opened the event.

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fireworks and parties. However, the

four directions of the wind; North, East, West and South. People prayed there with the hope of getting a blessing from God from all directions.

Then, some women from the village collected a number of jugs containing water that was purified

by Pemangku (a Balinese priest).

The water was collected the day

The street was full of villagers joining the water war.

before from Melagge River that flows by the east side of Dalem Temple; some was then poured into clay jugs

broke and people started to scoop

while some was stored in buckets. A

and splash water from the buckets.

couple of minutes later, the festival

Surely, they did it with a lot of joy.

started with an opening performance

“Yeh . . . Cedok . . . Yeh . . .

by the Pancer Langit dance group.

Cedok,” the people chanted as they

The audience circled around the

threw water at their opponents.

The jugs are cracked.

The water war will soon begin.

The participants of this event are not limited to any age, ranging from children to adults.

better person. “The main source of this water is taken from within our own village,” Putu Oka explained further. “After going through some research, we found water sources with excellent quality right here in our village. And with the water being purified, we hope we will have a pure mind and soul in the New Year and the following years.”

He also added that the Suwat Water Festival was initially only held by local people from the Suwat Village, but soon became more dancers, many of them swayed

I watched them with excitement

popular with participants from other

to the left and right, following the

yet got more curious at the same

villages. In fact, some were even

rhythm. They all let out a laugh,

time about this festival. Among the

from overseas. “The enthusiasm of

but their hands were holding

crowd, I found Putu Oka Mahendra,

people to join this festival is pretty

weapons; the water scoops. When

the Project Officer of the 2 Suwat

high. We are open to everyone who

the dancers ended the dance by

Water Festival. He explained that

wants to celebrate the New Year

cracking some of the jugs with their

the villagers wanted to welcome

water war with us,” he added. Are

heads, the street suddenly turned

the New Year with melukat or self-

you interested?

into a battlefield as the water war

purifying ceremony, hoping to be a

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BALI’S BEST COCKTAILS LET’S HAVE THE BEST COCKTAILS IN BALI TO END THE YEAR WITH OUR CONTRIBUTOR, GENDHIS DOVER…

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eing a party haven,

galore by night”, Tree Bar also

color as you pour the provided

Bali is on everyone’s

boasts an equally distinctive

shot of lemon juice into the ginger-

mind when it comes

cocktail concept —BALIXOLOGY.

infused arak Bali, mixed with fresh

to celebrating this

Infusing Bali’s traditional arak

rosemary, Butterfly Pea infused

coming New Year.

liquor with locally-sourced herbs

water and homemade ginger syrup

That being said, what is a New

and ingredients, the range of

concoction. Don’t believe us? Try it

Year’s celebration without a glass of

BALIXOLOGY cocktails are literally

yourself.

amazing libation in hand? To help

incomparable. Among all of their

you pick the right ones, here is the

so many creations, you should try

Tree Bar

list of Bali’s best new cocktails.

their Ginger n Rose. Presented in a

Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach

unique Jakobsen cocktail glass, this

Jalan Camplung Tanduk No. 10,

GINGER ‘N ROSE

unique cocktail features the natural

Seminyak, (0361) 209-9999

For an evening surrounded by

chemical magic where it changes

www.seminyak.hotelindigo.com

an eclectic atmosphere by the beach, head down to Tree Bar at Seminyak’s newest five-star resort, Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach.

The Tree Bar may be “hidden” in a resort, but don’t even think that it’s just like any other hotel bars.

Presenting a unique concept of “healthy bar by day and speakeasy

Ginger Rose.

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VITAMIN SEA Looking for a midday mood booster?

The Vitamin Sea at Kubu Beach Club in AYANA Resort and Spa Bali is probably the only vitamin you’ll need during your Bali getaway.

This refreshing yet lethal concoction of vodka, citrus, kaffir lime leaves and cocktail bitters provides that great kick you need to beat the heat. Served in a bamboo glass with aromatic garnish of frangipani flower and lemongrass, this drink blends perfectly with the beach

The Vitamin Sea.

SON OF A BEACH

down time under the sun. This new

For a libation to accompany your

hangout presents a wide range of

sun-tanning session on top of

amazing libations, which will leave

Uluwatu’s limestone cliff overlooking

you spoiled for choice. So to make

the sparkling Indian Ocean beyond,

it easier for you, we recommend

head out to the newly-opened Ulu

their Son of a Beach — a fresh

Cliffhouse, where the cool crowds

concoction of gin, house tonic syrup,

come and gather to enjoy their

pomelo and rosemary — which has

club’s fisherman’s-cottage-inspired laidback atmosphere, and a plate of their Cajun Shrimp Popcorn – the whole cocktail experience here can easily become your holiday highlight. However there’s a catch— pun intended—, the only way you can get your hands on this amazing cocktail is if you are an in-house guest at either AYANA Resort and Spa Bali or RIMBA Jimbaran Bali.

Kubu Beach Club AYANA Resort and Spa Bali Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran (0361) 702-222

The Son of a Beach.

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bitter yet refreshing flavors that will be amazing company to your lazy time by the pool. However, for those who aren’t really into gin-based libation, their Cucumber Number is the one to go for. Featuring a mixture of vodka, manzana verde, cucumber, thyme, cloudy apple and a dash of soda, this cocktail will definitely boost your mood amidst the draining heat of Bali.

D’Face.

Ulu Cliffhouse Jalan Labuan Sait No. 315,

D’FACE

Padang-Padang

Adding to revelry venues along

0813-3881-2502

Petitenget Street in Seminyak is AYA

www.ulucliffhouse.com

Street with its devilishly delicious Peruvian cuisine and a page full of cocktail offerings. Only open during and bar is the perfect spot to watch

the classic old-fashioned cocktail,

the crowd as you take a sip (or

D’Face presents a lethal and —

a swig—we don’t judge) of their

literally — flaming concoction of

amazing libations. Ranging from

pure pressed ginger juice, lime

cute and flirty cocktails, to creamy

Sumbawa black honey, sugarcane

and filling, or strong and heavy

liquor, soda water, spiced bitter and

drinks, their cocktail menu will sure

garnished spices on fire, that will

to whet everyone’s alcohol appetite.

leave you wanting for more!

However, since we are here to make

More drinks at Ulu Cliffhouse, anyone?

your life easier when it comes to

AYA Street

making the decision to pick your

Jalan Petitenget No.99A, Seminyak

favorite potion, we recommend their

0877-6302-9889

D’Face. Adding a unique twist to

www.ayastreet.com

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meat, and this restaurant lives up to its name really well as they do a lot of curing, fermenting, pickling and dry-aging in the kitchen. And that is why Salazón is different from other restaurants as they try to bring back an old method with the use of classic equipment incorporated with modern techniques.

Being a second generation Australian with a Scottish background, Executive Chef Paul Lewis creates dishes with techniques that are very much inspired by his roots. He and his team also craft a number of special menus each day,

REFINED TASTES

A NEW ADDITION IN THE HEART OF SEMINYAK WHERE CLASSIC COOKING EQUIPMENT MEETS MODERN TECHNIQUES AND STUNNING INTERIOR…

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depending on what meat is ready from the dry-aging room and what fish is available from the market as the restaurant always works with fresh high-quality ingredients.

And the result is delectable cuisine with exquisite flavors and detailed elements like no other…

estled right next

the 5.8-ton Scotch wood-fired

to IZE Seminyak

oven that is especially designed

EXCELLENT TASTES

hotel, the exterior

and constructed for Salazón. This

Salazón offers such an extensive

of Salazón

is where every dish is cooked

menu that I needed some help from

restaurant looks

and every stove is fueled, using

a waiter to choose the dishes. I

outstanding among other restaurants

coffee and tangerine wood as the

opted to start with the dry-aged Beef

on Jalan Kayu Aya in Seminyak.

charcoal. “Salazón” is actually

Tartar with meat so delicate it melted

Glass windows and doors with black

a Spanish term that means salted

in my mouth. The eggplant crema

windowsills give an elegant classy touch to the building. Walking into the restaurant, the interior is just as

Executive Chef Paul Lewis (above).

The Chopped Tuna (this photo).

stunning with an eye-catching winery and a dry-aging room on the far end of the spacious restaurant, while a bar decorated with a ceramic map of Indonesia stands on the left side of the space and an interactive open kitchen on the other side.

But the most interesting element is the “star” of the restaurant that stands next to the open kitchen;

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The elegant interior of Salazón with a bar and an open kitchen.

added a savory flavor while the nori

that include a French knife with

accompany my main course, I

crackers gave a perfect balance of

a special design, decorated with

ordered the foil baked mushrooms

crunchy texture. It was a wonderful

a flower print for the ladies and

as a side dish. Consisting of Shitake,

appetizer that made me believe that

a skull print for the gentlemen. I

Shimeji and King Mushrooms,

I was off to a great start.

had to remind myself not to play

this dish has an Asian flavor with

around with it. Not long after, the

Japanese soyu and crispy chicken

outstanding starter. Served with

rib eye with bone was served with

skin for garnish.

pickles, seaweed and sea urchin, this

glazed shallots topped by mushroom

dish has flavor that blends perfectly.

butter, and two choices of sauce

RAISE YOUR GLASS

Before moving on to the main course,

on the side – a bone marrow

Salazón also excels in their drink

I was tempted to try the nine-day

sauce and a chimichurri sauce. The

selections. The Coffee Wood Negroni

dry-aged Baby Mackeral. This fish

chimichurri sauce tasted fresh and

is an art on its own as it is crafted on

skewer has a delicious smoky flavor

tangy, but I personally preferred

a trolley, right in front of diners. A

with fish meat cooked to perfection.

the bone marrow sauce because

mixologist approached my table while

The cream fraiche, bonito glaze and

I think it elevated the taste of the

pushing the trolley after I decided to

grapes made the dish even more

perfectly seared meat. The sauce

try this signature drink. He stopped

splendid with a perfect combination

also contained pieces of delicate

next to me and started his own

of sweet and savory.

bone marrows that beautifully

“show”. First, he burnt some coffee

complemented the steak.

wood with a torch. Then, as the wood

The Chopped Tuna was another

Then, it was time for the main course; the 60-day Op Rib. But

turned to ashes and smoke rose, he

The rib eye came with savory

before the dish was presented,

potato boulangere, refreshing

put a glass upside down to keep the

another detail caught my eyes

watercress salad, delicious sautéed

smoke inside. “We let the smoke

as the waiter set up the cutlery

mushrooms and spinach. But to

layer the inside of the glass to create

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a smoky sensation to the drink,” he

jars and guests can smell the aroma

served hot or cold. It was quite a

explained. And then, he crafted the

and choose their favorite. The tea

warm night on my visit, so I opted

drink with gin and Aperol aperitif.

blends are especially made for

for some ice Summer Dream tea to

Salazón, designed by the owner’s

close the night. And of course, it was

barrel age where the bourbon is

preferences – she is quite a tea

even more perfect when paired with

aged for 21 days in a wooden

enthusiast, so no wonder each

dessert; the Chocolate Bomb, a rich

barrel. But my favorite was the

tea blend is distinctive from each

chocolate brownie dish topped with

Daiquiri. This concoction of rum

other and from any other tea on

soft meringue.

has a sweet and sour flavor, with

the island. Some have a refreshing

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a refreshing and smoky flavor plus

aroma with a hint of fruits, while

a touch of grilled lemon. As for

others are so calming. My choice fell

Salazon Bali

the non-alcoholic drinks, Salazón

on the Summer Dream that smelled

Jalan Kayu Aya Oberoi, Seminyak

presents an outstanding selection of

like summer in a jar.

(0361) 934-2100

Another unique drink is the 21

tea blends, all are stored in glass

Some of the tea drinks can be

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The flaming Coffee Wood Negroni.

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PHOTOS COURTESY

A skull-printed French knife for the gentlemen to eat meat.

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

several mediums; essential oils,

send subsequent commands in the

Oracle Cards and Orchid Healing

balancing process. Essential oils work

Cards. She shares about her spiritual

really well in balancing everything

journey and sessions with Bali &

automatically.

Beyond (BB).

BB: How do you help improve BB: Can you explain how essential

one’s chakras and can you share

oils help with the healing?

about your reading method through

RS: Essential oils have unique energy,

anointing message therapy?

each one of them has a different

RS: I focus on reading events or

vibration. Some even have a high

memories that traumatized my clients

vibration that can help increase our

in the past or in the current time.

energy which is useful to quicken and

As they recall those uncomfortable

deepen the healing process.

memories, I show them which chakra

CHANGING THROUGH CHAKRA FIND YOUR INNER PEACE WITH THE HELP OF RINI SOE THROUGH ESSENTIAL OILS, PALM READING, ORACLE CARDS AND ORCHID HEALING CARDS…

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energy is unbalanced. So, not only

as natural healing medium because

do we recognize the root of the

they can be used on a wider scale,

problem, we also open the blocked

including interacting with chakra

energy source. When the client

energies.

realizes and accepts those events are

My session is based on seven

blocking his or her life, that means he

chakra energies where emotional,

or she is allowing the blocked energy

physical and spiritual elements must

to flow better. The chakra energy

be in balance. If one of them is

will spin easier in balance in the next

disturbed, the others will be affected.

session.

The seven chakra energies usually

In the aromatherapy anointing

interact with the body through

message session, I also give a brief

nerves and endocrine system.

reading which is different from that

Inhaling the aroma of essential

of other practitioners. The healing

oils, even for a few seconds, will

process I’m conducting is through

create a reaction with the nervous

healing words as I am delivering

system and hormones, which will

messages from reading my clients

er talent in the

and when they are willing to listen. In

spiritual world has

both the intuitive reading session and

emerged since

the aromatherapy anointing message

childhood but it wasn’t

session, all clients receive the same

until she was advised

healing energy through my words.

by Ibu Jero Ayu, a holy woman from

But in my aromatherapy anointing

Ashram Agung in Besakih Temple, to

message session, I do physical touch

accept her destiny about four years

and the client can feel the effect of

ago that she finally decided to devote

physical relaxation as well.

her life to helping people heal their soul. As the Wellness Counselor and

BB: You also use two different decks

Healer of Mandapa Spa & Wellness

of cards; the Oracle Cards and

at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve,

Orchid Cards. How does Oracle

Rini Soe (RS) helps everyone to

Cards help with the healing?

make peace with themselves through

RS: Oracle cards are actually the

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For me, essential oils are effective

your clients’ wellness after the session is done?

RS: I have two types of sessions at Mandapa. The intuitive reading session is 90 minutes long, while the aromatherapy anointing message session takes 120 minutes starting with 15 minutes of brief reading to find out the most dominant problem so I can focus on the client’s condition afterwards. Usually after this brief reading the clients become name for all guidance cards used

method with the Orchid Healing

more open and more communicative

for reading. Oracle cards have a

Cards. This deck of card is

in sharing their physical and

different decks of cards, and each

excellent in showing messages

emotional issues.

one has different characteristics and

about the conditions that my client

time period; future, present, or past.

has experienced, be it physical,

to stay in touch and help them if

The differences in each deck can also

emotional, mental or spiritual health.

required after the session is over.

be based on how to use them.

In this session, clients should focus

If necessary, I sometimes send

I use some Oracle Cards to

on 132 cards featuring 88 varieties

validate the root of the issues that I

of rare orchids from around the

read through palms. Usually the root

world, all grown by the Living Tree

of the physical problem is a mental

that creates a high vibration orchid

wound. One of the cards that I use

essence for healing purposes. I show

for example is made by an author

my clients one card at a time.

and spiritual consultant from England

I am always open to all clients

When the clients choose a card,

who uses symbols. I use them to

they are not just exposing their

find the main problem. Clients can

problems, they are also choosing the

also use the symbols to continue the

right remedy of orchid essence for

session by doing self-healing and self-

them and they can use the product

empowerment at home.

if they want to. When looking at

a summary of my reading to the

the card for a long time, the energy

client. There are some clients who

assist the clients in determining the

image of the orchid on the card can

still stay in touch with me to share

direction of their life choices. Usually

also stimulate their chakra energy.

their updates and our relationship

this is about the things that have

This helps me identify which chakras

becomes like a friend. For clients who

not happened yet and the clients

and meridian points are unbalanced

strictly want a practitioner-and-client

are doubtful or confused in making

so I can help the client see why they

relationship, I will respect them by not

decisions. All questions must be

have certain symptoms or physical

trying to contact or asking for follow-

positive and must support their self-

problems. The symptoms are actually

up, unless they contact me.

empowerment because it becomes

the way the soul complains or gives

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the main energy to perform maximum

warning to the body, yet many

self-healing.

people neglect them.

The other Oracle Cards I use is to

Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Jalan Kedewatan, Banjar Kedewatan,

BB: And how about the

BB: How long is one healing session

Ubud, Gianyar

Orchid Cards?

with you at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton

(0361) 479-2777

RS: I use the kinesiology visual

Reserve and how do you maintain

www.mandapareserve.com

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INVITE&INDULGE

my massage preferences, including

GLOWING SKIN REJUVENATE YOUR SKIN WITH THE NEW THOUSAND FLOWER WRAP TREATMENT AT ANANTARA SPA…

the type of music that I would like to accompany me during treatment.

Choices of music include chill out, dream state, eastern harmony and grounding element. I chose the dream state as I needed to be in complete relaxation.

While I was filling in the form, Spa Manager Putu Cesti Arni approached me and explained everything about their new treatment, the Thousand Flower Wrap. “This treatment is actually designed for those who have been living a healthy life at home, yet they consume various foods and drinks to enjoy their holiday. The treatment is perfect for detoxification before heading back home after a holiday in Bali,” Cesti explained. “It is also wonderful for people whose skin became dry due to weather change or climate difference between Bali and their homeland. The Thousand Flower Wrap helps rejuvenate their skin and makes them glow.”

Listening to Cesti’s explanation about the treatment, I was intrigued.

Without a second thought, I opted

fter indulging in all

join me as I enjoyed the treatment on

with Elemis skincare products

those alcoholic drinks

a recent calming afternoon…

used throughout the ritual. Then,

and delicious foods

a therapist took me to one of the

during your year-end

FROM HEAD TO TOE

treatment rooms where my spa

holiday on the island,

Friendly smiles greeted me as I set

journey started with a compulsory

it is only right that you detox yourself

foot in the spa located on the rooftop

footbath. Using a concoction of

to rejuvenate your skin before flying

level of Anantara Seminyak Bali

honey and milk bath to smoothen

back home. The new Thousand

Resort. The spa boasts a chic design

the skin, the footbath also relaxed

Flower Wrap at Anantara Spa in

with white dominating the interior,

me with a foot massage and scrub

Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort is

yet it doesn’t feel intimidating as the

using salt for exfoliation, and a mix

the perfect choice to get pampered

staff presents warm hospitality. As I

of lavender and peppermint spray to

with a relaxing treatment, while at

sat on the comfortable sofa, a cup of

refresh my skin.

the same time get rid of the toxins

hot ginger tea was served in front of

in your body using the renowned

me. The staff also handed me a form

lie down for the next step; the body

Elemis skincare products. Come and

to fill in, consisting of details about

massage. Using Elemis’ Green Tea

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Then, the therapist asked me to

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to try the 90-minute treatment

Oil, the therapist massaged my body with fast movement which includes frictions, thumb slides and cuppings. This technique aims to crush cellulites and fat on the first step of detoxification. Then, she brushed my whole body and smeared on more green tea oil before she finally applied Elemis’ Green Tea Algoserum to rejuvenate my skin cells.

And then it was time for the Thousand Flower Wrap. The therapist applied a gel onto my body, and wrapped me tightly in

A facial treatment for a total rejuvenation.

a blanket. This step aims to get rid of the toxins in my body through sweating and to renew my skin cells.

While I was wrapped in a blanket, the therapist gave me a facial treatment using Elemis’ Cellular Recovery Skin Bliss, which led me to a deeper relaxation.

After 15 minutes, she woke me up and told me to take a shower within the treatment room. Before leaving the room, she reminded me to knock on the door to sign that I was done showering. Under the running hot water, I cleansed the gel from my body and I could feel my skin was smooth already. Just as instructed,

One of the treatment rooms at Anantara Spa.

I knocked on the door afterwards.

She returned and asked me to lie down one more time on the bed for

still a part of detoxification. “All you

the final step; applying the green tea

have to do is drink a lot of water,”

body balm on my body and hydra

she said. Walking out of the spa, I

boost day cream on my face for

felt rejuvenated and refreshed at the

moisturizer.

same time, and I believe you will too after this treatment.

I was still in Zen when I walked

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out of the room and sat in the spa lobby, enjoying refreshments served after my treatment. Cesti welcomed

Anantara Spa

me back to the lobby and reminded

Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort

me not to be afraid if there was one

Jalan Abimanyu, Seminyak

or two acne pimples on my face after having this treatment as it is

(0361) 737-773

The relaxing footbath.

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REST&RELAXATION

FAMILY PARADISE

A CHILDREN’S PLAYGROUND, SUN-KISSED POOLS, TOP-NOTCH RESTAURANTS AND A LIVELY NEIGHBORHOOD. WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED IF EVERYTHING IS AVAILABLE AROUND YOU?

The master bedroom of the Family Suite.

N

estled in the heart

without having to walk out of the

minimalist design with a separated

of the busy area in

hotel. Parents can simply indulge in

living room featuring super

South Kuta makes

a spa treatment for two at Ashoka

comfortable pull-down twin beds

Bali Dynasty Resort

Spa while their teen children spend

and one pull-out sofa bed, while the

a perfect family

time at The Den Teens Club and the

master bedroom provides a cozy

sanctuary surrounded by restaurants,

toddlers play at the Kupu-Kupu Kids’

bed. Each living room and master

mini markets, souvenir shops,

Club. This is the place to be for a

room has its own LED TV, DVD

fashion boutiques and shopping

one-stop leisure time.

player and shower bathroom for

centers. The hotel is also only 10

ultimate privacy. The new Family

minutes away by car from the

ROOM FOR FAMILY

Suite is even more complete with a

Ngurah Rai International Airport.

On a recent wonderful weekend,

full kitchen set and a dining table

I decided to take my little family

for four – now you can see why

Bali Dynasty Resort still provides

to Bali Dynasty Resort and stay

this room is marvelous for a big

everything to meet your every need

overnight for some family quality

holiday, can’t you? But my favorite

within the hotel area, making it

time. We opted to stay at their

part of the room is of course the

the impeccable option for a big

new Family Suite which is very

spacious balcony that overlooks

holiday with family or friends where

spacious as it can accommodate up

the bar and restaurant area, which

you can enjoy a relaxing getaway

to five people. The room boasts a

makes a beautiful view at night.

But despite its strategic location,

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The sun-kissed pool, perfect for relaxing

PLAY TIME! Our weekend getaway at Bali Dynasty Resort was truly a remarkable one, and I’m sure yours will be too. We spent our day swimming at the Kids Water Fun Zone, accompanying our toddler playing with the water slides, but if you’re up for more fun, the hotel has a long list of activities to keep everyone in the family entertained – you can easily find activity schedules across the four-hectare resort. Obviously, this hotel won’t bore you.

The little ones can play at the The separated living room of the Family Suite.

Kid’s Club for free with professional staff to take a good care of them.

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and Asian food at its best, Sen5es that presents an extensive breakfast buffet, Golden Lotus which offers high-quality Chinese cuisine since Your little ones will have so much fun at the kid’s swimming pool (this photo) or at the Kupu-Kupu Kid’s Club (right).

1990, and Queen’s of India that provides Indian food.

A fun BBQ night is available at the Upperdeck of H20, while a themed-buffet dinner is served every

Meanwhile, the teenagers will be

children safe as you jump on the

night at H20, but if you want to

kept busy with video games, a pool

trampoline or swing on the Trapeze.

spend a night chilling at the bar,

table and internet access at the Den

For a more fun low-key activity,

Kids Club which is free of charge for

you can invite all of your family

choice. The resort also has Café

children from 10 to 16 years old.

members to gather at the hotel lobby

Piazza on the ground level where

You can also help your children

at 8.45 a.m. and stroll together

you can enjoy a cup of coffee,

improve their coordination skills

through the villages around Kuta.

tea or juice while the children are

by enrolling them in the circus

Better yet, go explore a fisherman’s

playing in the garden.

workshop at High Flyers Trapeze

village at 7.45 a.m. on a Sunday,

School every Tuesday and Friday

and don’t forget to bring your

restaurants and fun activities, we will

from 10 a.m., where children can

camera.

surely be back again to Bali Dynasty

learn how to juggle, spin plates and

With so many family-friendly

Resort to spend a fun holiday

use the devil magic stick. If you and

CULINARY CHOICES

experience – and I believe you will

your children are up for even more

At Bali Dynasty Resort, you won’t

feel the same after spending some

of an adrenaline rush, you can try

be running out of ideas when meal

family quality time here.

the High-Flyers Trampoline or the

time arrives because the hotel offers

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Trapeze at the garden from Monday

selections of dining experience.

through Saturday from 2 p.m. Don’t

There are six restaurants for you to

Bali Dynasty Resort

worry, professional instructors will

choose from, among them are H20

Jalan Kartika, Kuta, (0361) 752-403

guard and keep you and your

by the pool that serves Western

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KID’S POOL PHOTOS BY JAKA DWI DHARMA, ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF BALI DYNASTY RESORT

Gracie Kelly’s Irish Pub is the perfect

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FOTOFOLIO

CHRISTMAS DELIGHTS Celebrate Christmas Eve on December 24 and Christmas Day on December 25 on the island of the Gods by indulging in a delectable brunch or dinner with your friends and family. These hotels offer a wonderful deal where you and your loved ones can share the holiday season joy over an excellent feast.

By Risty Nurraisa All Courtesy Photos

Begin the Christmas Eve’s celebration by enjoying some cocktails at the Saraswati Lounge at InterContinental Hotel Bali accompanied by Christmas Carols. Then, head to Bella Cucina to indulge in a Christmas Eve set dinner. On Christmas Day, bring your children to the lobby where Santa Claus will arrive on his horse-drawn carriage at 10 a.m., and continue your Christmas celebration by enjoying the Festive Family Brunch and Christmas Day dinner at Bella Cucina. www.bali.intercontinental.com 44

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The Christmas Eve and Christmas Day celebration at The Mulia, Mulia Resorts & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali will surely be a lot of fun with several choices of exceptional dining experiences. Soleil presents a Mediterranean buffet for dinner (from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.) and a splendid brunch (from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) with choices of Italian, French, Indonesian, Thai and Vietnamese dishes and free-flow wine.

Visit The Café to indulge in homemade ice cream and chocolate fountain for dessert. www.themulia.com

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Celebrate Christmas by the beach at The Beach Grill in The Ritz-Carlton, Bali. On Christmas Eve, the restaurant presents a four-course dinner (Rp. 1,488,000++/person) from 6.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m., with a view of the Indian Ocean to please your eyes. Continue the celebration by enjoying the Tropical Christmas Brunch (Rp. 688,000++/adult and Rp. 345,000++/child from six to 12 years old) on Christmas Day that boasts choices of international specialties and favorites from 11.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. www.ritzcarlton.com

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At Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort, you can choose between a set menu (Rp. 488,000++/ person) or a family-style dinner for eight people (Rp. 4,567,890++/set) at Wild Orchid Restaurant on Christmas Eve and at MoonLite Kitchen and Bar for Christmas Day dinner. Christmas Buffet Brunch is also available on December 25 at Wild Orchid Restaurant at 598,000++/person. www.bali.anantara.com

A sophisticated Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner awaits you at The St. Regis Bali. Kayuputi Restaurant presents “The Christmas Degustation Dinner” (Rp. 1,950,000 nett/person) from 6.30 p.m., and will indulge you with selections of tuna tartar, lobster, venison and more.

Kayuputi Restaurant also hosts “The Astor Diamond Champagne Christmas Brunch” from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. in both days, serving decadent gastronomic dishes. Begin your brunch with a cocktail at Kayuputi Champagne Bar at 11 a.m. www.stregisbali.com

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Santa Claus together with Chef Vitto and his team will present a delicious Christmas Eve’s buffet dinner (Rp. 450,000++/person) at the Big Fish Bar and Grill in The Stones – Legian, Bali – A Marriott Autograph Collection Hotel. Starting from 6.30 p.m., this dinner serves fresh oysters, crayfish, chestnuts stuffed turkey, roasted lamb, and more, including choices of dessert like Christmas Stolen. On Christmas Day, join a Christmas Barbeque party at the Pool Bar, while Santa Claus and his Elf are spreading joy. www.thestoneshotelbali.com

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Fairmont Sanur gives you a choice to celebrate Christmas Eve with a ďŹ ve-course gala dinner (Rp. 950,000++/person) at Nyala Beach Club & Grill or a casual dinner (Rp. 590,000++/ person) at Layang Layang Restaurant & Garden. The next day, you can bring your family back to Layang Layang for a Christmas Day Brunch (Rp. 790,000++/person) that presents live stations and selections of delectable Christmas specials. www.fairmont.com/sanur-bali BALI&BEYOND DECEMBER 2017

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Enjoy a traditional Christmas celebration at the Garden Café at Grand Hyatt Bali. Available at Rp. 700,000++/adult and Rp. 350,000++/child from six to 12 years old, this Christmas Eve’s dinner indulges you with choices of classic delights, such as turkey with all the trimmings, honey glazed ham and Christmas desserts from 6 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. You can also experience an Italianstyle Christmas at Salsa Verde where you can opt to have a set menu (at Rp. 730,000++/person and Rp. 365,000++/child from three to 12 years old) or choose from the a la carte menu. www.bali.grand.hyatt.com

With the theme “White Christmas” for Christmas Eve dinner (Rp. 555,000++/ person), Seminyak Kitchen at Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort presents an array of buffet selections, including roasted turkey, braised lamb shank, and more. For Christmas Day dinner (Rp. 375,000++/ person), the Seminyak Kitchen offers a five-course set menu.

Each dinner starts at 6.30 p.m. to 10 p.m., and a 20 percent discount is available for bookings made before December 20. www.courtyard.com

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Anarasa Restaurant at MÜvenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran presents an array of festive delights for brunch (from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.) and dinner (from 6.30 p.m. to 11 p.m.) on December 24 with selections of roasted turkey and other international cuisine. On Christmas Day, the restaurant indulges you with the Family Christmas Brunch (from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.). Don’t miss the chance to meet Santa Claus and win great prizes on the lucky draw. Each brunch and dinner is available from Rp. 498,000++/person. www.movenpick.com

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LITTLELOVES

Bedugul, the building has fishponds near the entrance that adds a soothing atmosphere. A man in a uniform approached us with his friendly smile, and later we found out that he was our guide for a whole-day tour around the garden.

To be honest, prior to our visit I’ve been wondering how we should explore the 35,000 square meters of land and all of its activities in one day. The Secret Garden Village offers a tour around the Beauty Heritage Museum, and a visit to a mini factory of beauty products and the beauty store. There are also fun classes for children such as the Soap Baking Class and Coffee Class, which includes a Roasting Process Showcase and Cupping Session.

We finally came up with a plan: we would tour the Beauty Heritage Museum and the Mini Factory, join the Soap Baking Class, and have lunch at The Luwus and an afternoon

BEAUTIFUL SECRET AN EDUCATIONAL TOURIST DESTINATION IN BEDUGUL THAT WILL KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ENTERTAINED ALL DAY…

tea in the middle of the rice fields.

ALL ABOUT BEAUTY First, our guide took us to the Beauty Museum on the second floor.

Families who come with toddlers or babies can use baby strollers,

I

like we did, because this building t was a lovely morning when my

of us, so we bought tickets at Rp.

provides a bridge ramp, which

family took off from Denpasar

50,000/adult, while our one-year-

makes it really family friendly. At the

to Bedugul to visit one of the

old son entered for free as kids

Beauty Museum, guests will learn all

latest talked about interests of

under six years old are not charged.

about Herborist, a beauty brand from

the island, The Secret Garden

With our tickets in our hands, we

Semarang in Central Java. Walking

Village. After 50 minutes of driving,

were so excited to see what is

into the museum, I could see that this

we finally arrived at 9 a.m. sharp.

behind the front office.

is why the owner established The

The cool weather of the mountainous

As we stepped into the space,

Secret Garden Village.

area in Bedugul welcomed us, and

the astonishing asymmetrical

the ticket counter just opened – we

building instantly stole our attention.

of both Herborist and the Secret

were right on time. There were three

Surrounded by the greenery in

Garden Village, who initiated the

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It was Hartono Salim, the owner

Let’s make some soap!

building of the museum to expose ancient beauty items, beauty products and Indonesian natural plants used as ingredients for the products. One of the iconic items found in the museum is the Bokor Kuningan, a traditional beauty tool that has been used for nyirih (chewing betel leaves to strengthen the teeth) by Indonesian women for centuries. Years ago, women used

Creating toppings on a cupcake soap.

Selections of perfume.

Bokor to pound the betel leaves and then chew them for hours.

The museum also has a number

Before entering the laboratory,

for 15 minutes until the mixture

everyone must be perfectly clean;

reached the desired consistency.

they must wash their hands, wrap

Then, we made a pink ‘frosting

of books about beauty to enrich our

their shoes with special bags, and

cream’ to decorate the ‘cake’, and

knowledge about natural products.

wear masks and white laboratory

sprinkled some ‘candies’ and put a

coats. The lab staff then showed

‘cherry’ on the top of the ‘cream’.

MAKE A SOAP

us the compositions of ’cupcake’

And then we left the soap in the

Once the tour was done, we

soaps, which are well-tested, just like

freezer for 40 minutes.

continued on to a laboratory. This

cosmetics and medicine.

was the most eagerly awaited part

While waiting for our soap to

What I love most about this tour is

be ready, we continued on the

of the tour; the soap class, where we

that we could make our own soap –

tour – the guide then took us to a

watched how every single soap was

my family chose the ‘rainbow cake’

theatre where we watched a video

made in the form of cakes, including

fragrant. The method is very similar

of the Herborist’s history and all

adorable cupcakes with many

to baking a cake. First, we blended

natural sources that are used for the

variants of ‘flavor’ and scents.

all the ingredients using a blender

products.

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Lush greenery at The Secret Garden Village.

DINE AND UNWIND

that is served on a bamboo stick,

about to walk out of the exit door

After watching the video, it was

that comes with traditional sambal

when one of the staff approached

time to visit the shop. The Oemah

matah and steamed rice. And with a

us and handed the ‘cupcake’ soap

Herborist shop was truly a haven

view of the rice fields to please our

that we made at the soap-baking

where beauty products are arranged

eyes, our lunch tasted delicious and

class. Looking at the result, I was

like cakes in a bakery. As I strolled

calming at the same time.

pretty amazed to see that we could

The atmosphere of The Secret

actually make our own soap – and

‘aroma’ of the cupcakes, puddings,

Garden Village was so peaceful that

it wasn’t really a difficult process.

fruity cakes, and even ice cream. I

we just didn’t want to leave. So we

The ‘cupcake’ soap surely made

kept on reminding my son that these

decided to explore more of the area

a memorable souvenir to our

were actually soaps and perfumes,

after lunch. We went to the back

splendid visit to The Secret Garden

not real cakes. Aside from beauty

area which is lower than the main

Village.

products, the shop also offers herbal

building. We kept on strolling until

By Wiwin Wirwidya

drinks and attractive souvenirs of

we reached an open space in the

Secret Garden Village.

middle of the rice fields and were

Secret Garden Village

tempted to indulge in an afternoon

Jalan Raya Denpasar Bedugul

became hungry. We decided to rest

tea right then and there. Sipping

KM 36, Tabanan

at The Luwus, the Secret Garden

a cup of tea and savoring some

(0368) 2033-363

Village’s traditional restaurant that is

light bites, I felt this afternoon tea is

www.secretgarden.co.id

set in a modern chic interior. Among

special because we could blend in

the menu items that the restaurant

with the surrounding nature.

It was almost lunchtime when we

offered, we opted for the famous Bebek Batimung, a grilled duck dish

Once our tea was done, it was time to head home. We were just

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The Secret Garden Village is opened every day from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

PHOTOS BY JAKA DWI DHARMA (WWW.JAKADHARMA.WEBS.COM)

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BEYONDBALI

TRACING MAJAPAHIT KINGDOM LET’S GO BACK TO THE GOLDEN DAYS OF MAJAPAHIT KINGDOM BY VISITING THESE CULTURAL SITES IN TROWULAN IN EAST JAVA…

H

the past. Trowulan is the national’s precious heritage to trace the history of the Majapahit Kingdom that was first discovered in 1815

by Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles during the Dutch colonization.

Raffles then assigned a Dutch named Wardenaar to do a deeper research about this site. His discovery was published in a book by Raffles titled “History of Java” in 1817.

About a century later, a Dutch architect named Henri Maclaine Pont excavated a site in Trowulan.

Pont tried to reconstruct the ancient

undreds of years

that once served as the capital city

city of Majapahit based on what

ago, Indonesia was

of the glorious Majapahit Kingdom.

was written in “Negarakertagama”,

a superpower land

The name of the village was

an ancient book that revealed the

named Nusantara

Trowulan, located in Mojokerto area

existence of Majapahit Kingdom.

where the soil

in East Java. Together with a friend,

Later, Pont’s research was continued

was fertile and the people lived

I enjoyed the sound of the birds

by hundreds of scientists and

in prosperity. For 200 years the

chirping as I strolled around the

archeologists which led to various

archipelago was ruled by the

village, hoping to trail the remaining

discoveries.

Majapahit Kingdom which was also

sites of Majapahit.

known as Wilwatikta. Now, their

Trowulan is an ancient site in the

THE TIKUS TEMPLE

artefacts and legends are scattered

history of Indonesia. This area is

We started trailing the Majapahit

in several areas in Indonesia,

home to many artefacts, epigraphs,

Kingdom by visiting the Tikus Temple

including a village in East Java.

temples and other archeological

which used to serve as a water

It was a cloudy morning yet it

sites that become valid references

temple and a symbol of Mount

didn’t stop me from visiting a village

or proof about a great kingdom in

Mahameru, the God’s throne in the Hindu beliefs. Some experts say that the Tikus Temple was actually a spring where the royal family used to bathe, while others believe it was the source for irrigation in the village.

The Tikus Temple was found buried under the earth in 1914.

Back then, there was a report from a villager about a rat (“tikus” in Indonesian) epidemic that came from a pile of soil. Villagers then dug that pile of soil and found a temple underneath it. That is why the

The Tikus Temple.

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villagers named this ancient water temple the Tikus Temple.

The Wringin Lawang Temple also known as the “split” temple.

The Bajang Ratu Temple.

that is similar to that of temples

used to serve as an entrance gate

THE WRINGIN LAWANG TEMPLE

in Bali, which makes researchers

to a sacred site where the second

Our next visit was to the Wringin

believe that this temple is sacred.

Majapahit King, Sri Maharaja

Lawang Temple, a gate with a

The Tikus Temple is also unique

Jayanegara, passed away in the

precise design that makes it also

because it stands three and a half

year of 1250 Saka or 1328 Masehi.

known as the “split” temple. It

meters underground. The temple is

Others believe that the gate was one

was built in the 14th century when

constructed of red bricks, just like

of the entrances to the capital city of

Majapahit was ruled by King Hayam

the ancient “Negarakertagama”

Majapahit.

Wuruk. And just like the Tikus

The Tikus Temple has a tower

Perseverance Organization), this site

book stated; that all buildings in the

Bajang Ratu means the small

Majapahit era are dominated by red

(bajang) king (ratu), referring to the

bricks.

fact that the gate symbolizes how

Legend has it that the name of

Temple, the Wringin Lawang Temple is dominated by red bricks.

young King Jayanegara was when

Wringin Lawang was derived from

THE BAJANG RATU TEMPLE

he sat on the throne. However, there

a twin banyan trees that grew so big

is also a debate that said this gate

at the front of the temple that they

We continued our journey to

has been used as the back gate to

seemed like an entrance. They are

Gapura Bajang Ratu or the Bajang

the kingdom even before the death

probably similar to the two banyan

Ratu Temple, which was only a 10

of King Jayanegara, referring to

trees that stand in the middle of

to 15 minute walk from the Tikus

a relief titled “Sri Tandjung” that

the North Alun-Alun, right at the

Temple. The Bajang Ratu Temple is

is depicted with wings – the relief

front of the Keraton Royal Palace in

one of the iconic sites in Trowulan

is believed to symbolize the art

Yogyakarta in Central Java.

that is often reference to the lives

of letting go and the tradition of

of Majapahit Kingdom. According

Trowulan villagers to enter the back

THE BRAHU TEMPLE

to Badan Pelestarian Peninggalan

door when attending a funeral

Our historical tour continued as

Purbakala (the Ancient Artifact

ceremony.

we visited the Brahu Temple, the

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The Brahu Temple.

only Buddhist heritage from the

or wanaru that later pronounced

Kingdom. Here, Majapahit-style

Majapahit Kingdom in Trowulan.

“Brahu”. As time went by and the

houses stand in line, decorated by

Constructed of red bricks, this temple

Majapahit Kingdom ruled the land,

a fence of red brick with crown

was the symbol of living in harmony

the Brahu Temple was maintained

engravings. Some of the houses serve

in the Majapahit era where most of

and preserved by the villagers to

as galleries displaying arts and crafts

its people believe in either Hindu or

keep a harmonious life between the

with the distinctive style of Majapahit.

Buddha.

two religions.

And we were lucky enough to meet

The name of Brahu is derived

a friendly villager who invited us in

from Alasantan epigraph written

MAJAPAHIT KAMPONG

to see the interior of his house and

in 861 Saka or 929 A.D. by Mpu

We spent the afternoon strolling

offered us a cup of coffee.

Sindok, the first king of Medang

around the last site, the replica of

Kingdom – a kingdom that was

Majapahit Kampong in Bejijong

a cup of coffee in my hand, I was

first established in the 8th century in

Village, still in Trowulan. From the

mesmerized by the friendliness of

Central Java before finally moved

moment I set foot in this village, I

the passersby and their big smiles.

Sitting at the villager’s terrace with

to East Java in the 10 century. The

felt as if I was traveling through a

I could only imagine that this was

epigraph stated that there was a

time tunnel to the glorious era of

probably a daily view during the

sacred building known as warahu

Nusantara during the Majapahit

Majapahit Kingdom as well. And

th

come to think of it, I couldn’t stop wondering just how wonderful

A peaceful afternoon at Majapahit Kampong.

Nusantara was in the old days with fertile soil and prosperity for all its throughout the world and the villagers lived in harmony despite their differences in beliefs. Oh, how I wish for this country to be just as peaceful and glorious as in the golden days of Majapahit Kingdom.

By Reza Fitriyanto

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PHOTOS BY REZA FITRIYANTO

people. The king was well-known

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CAPITALCORNER

THE WEEKEND IS HERE! EDNA TARIGAN’S CHOICE FOR PERFECT SUNDAY BRUNCHES IN JAKARTA…

By Edna Tarigan

W

eekends

CYCLISTS’ BRUNCH

The Tampa Cheese Burger is named

mean I can

Nestled on the northern side of

after the most popular skate park in

wake up late

Kemang, the 7 Speed Coffee shop

Tampa, Florida, United States, the

and have

is a gem that first gained popularity

chef’s very own favorite place as a

my breakfast

as a weekend brunch destination

skater. While the Popeye’s Breakie,

and lunch at the same time, or as

for cyclists in South Jakarta. As time

as you might already guess, has

many people call it, “brunch”. For

went by, the coffee shop became

spinach as the main ingredient.

a more enjoyable weekend, I prefer

everyone’s favorite meeting point

Together with a sunny side up egg

to have my brunch menu different

due to the hype in social media.

and mimolette cheese, the spinach

from what I usually have on the

The coffee shop is open every

is beautifully served on top of

weekdays, to get that sense of

day from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., but

having a short holiday in the capital

during the weekends it operates from

city after working the whole week.

7 a.m. The must-try dishes for brunch

experience, I had the White Fuel

So, last month I spent my weekends

are the Tampa Cheese Burger

coffee to accompany my meal – this

searching for wonderful Sunday

and Popeye’s Breakie, both are so

is the most recommended drink here.

Brunches in and around Jakarta, and

deliciously creamy with a touch of

Unlike the other ice coffee with milk

these are my favorites…

classic mimolette cheese and egg.

and palm sugar that is currently

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sourdough bread.

To complete my brunch

famous in the coffee shop, White Fuel has a perfect balance of milk and espresso, presenting a strong sensation of milky coffee that has become a distinctive character of 7 Speed Coffee.

7 Speed Coffee Jalan Kemang Utara 33 VIIA No.3, Komplek Mirasari Ruko No.1, South Jakarta (021) 2271-7775

AROUND THE WORLD Located in the heart of Jakarta, Pullman Jakarta Indonesia Hotel offers a variety of dishes from many regions in Indonesia and the world at its Sana Sini restaurant. “Sana sini” is the Indonesian for “here and there”, and the restaurant reflects the name by offering an extensive menu that consists of Western, Chinese, Japanese and Indonesian cuisine, presented buffet style. One of the must-try foods is the fresh seafood and oysters from Sumbawa in West Nusa Tenggara. A culinary experience here is made perfect with unlimited non-alcohol drinks, which

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The Popeye’s Breakie at 7 Speed Coffee (left). Mouth-watering buffet selections at Sana Sini Restaurant (below left and this photo).

are included in the package.

Scrumptious Dim Sum choices at Hai Wang Chinese Delight.

The Sunday Brunch at Sana Sini is available from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., making it the perfect destination after joining the carefree day along Jalan Sudirman and Jalan Thamrin.

For this year’s holiday season, it is probably best if you spend a night – or more – at the hotel as Pullman Jakarta Indonesia Hotel offers a “Family Playcation” package that starts from Rp. 2,300,000++/room/ night, including breakfast for two adults and two children up to 12 years old. Come stay during the weekend, so you can enjoy the San Fransisco-themed decoration and a cable car replica in original size covered by ginger bread, especially crafted by the hotel’s culinary team,

renowned as the best place to

superb collaboration between the

and indulge in a Sunday Brunch with

indulge in more than 20 Cantonese-

distinctive touch of Resinda Hotel

your family.

inspired dishes in Karawang.

and the management of Padma

The delectable dim sum choices,

Hotels.

Sana Sini

such as dumplings, shaomai, a

A little tip prior to indulging

Pullman Jakarta Indonesia

variety of pao and soups, are

in Dim Sum Sunday Brunch here;

Jalan M.H. Thamrin 59,

served in the sophisticated-style

don’t forget to reserve a place.

Central Jakarta

interior with an opulent chandelier

The restaurant is almost always

(021) 3192-1111

on the ceiling that gives a warm

full house on a Sunday afternoon

www.pullmanjakartaindonesia.com

lighting. This restaurant boasts a

as it is one of the favorite places

IMPERIAL ERA

their weekends with families and

Two hours of driving from Jakarta

friends. The all-you-can-eat Dim Sum

took me to Hai Wang Chinese

Brunch is available on Sundays from

Delight in Resinda Hotel Karawang.

7.30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aside from

I didn’t mind the drive as I was

the Sunday Brunch at Hai Wang

looking for an all-you-can-eat Dim

Chinese Delight, the hotel also offers

Sum experience and this is the

Japanese brunch on Saturdays from

place to be for a Sunday Brunch

11.30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tenkai

with scrumptious traditional Chinese

Japanese Restaurant.

delicacies.

Situated five minutes away

Hai Wang Chinese Delight

from the busy Karawang Industrial

Resinda Hotel Karawang

Estates, this hotel is already popular

Jalan Resinda Raya No.1,

among the expatriates around

Karawang Barat, (0267) 862-2000

the region. The Hai Wang is also

www.resindahotel.com

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Hop on to Lombok and celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve with your loved ones at Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort. On December 24, the hotel pampers you with a Christmas Eve dinner (Rp. 350,000++/person) at its Bawang Putih Poolside Restaurant where the chef’s specials are served accompanied by a live music performance. The next day, enjoy a hearty Christmas buffet dinner (Rp. 308,000++/person) at Kebun Anggrek Restaurant. Celebrating the beginning of 2018, the hotel hosts “Sparkling Sasak” New Year’s Eve gala dinner and countdown party at the garden area on December 31 from 7 p.m. onwards. Available at Rp. 1,200,000++/ person, this celebration will be alive with a band and a DJ performances, a fire and traditional dance, lucky draw, and fireworks with selections of Indonesian, Asian, Mediterranean and European cuisine to please your palate.

Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort Jalan Raya Senggigi Km. 8, Mataram, Senggigi, Lombok (0370) 693-333 www.sheraton.com/senggigi

ULTIMATE HIDEAWAY A new paradise is revealed. Nestled in Anambas region in the Riau Islands province in Sumatra, the newly open Bawah Island is a tropical sanctuary where natural wonders meet luxurious hospitality. Each one of the 35 ecodesigned suites and overwater bungalows has a comfortable bedroom, a spacious bathroom and an outdoor living area that boasts a marvelous view of the crystal clear lagoon. The previously uninhabited island has now become a marine conservation, encompassing five untouched islands, three lagoons and 13 pristine beaches, all are waiting to be explored. Bawah Island also has a complete facility, including Aura holistic wellness center, The Tree Top restaurant, a wood-paneled Library and a number of bars serving fresh cocktails. Available from US$1,960/room/night for two people, a stay at Bawah Island includes roundtrip transfers from Singapore via Batam (using a car and a ferry or a 75-minute seaplane), daily meals and non-alcoholic drinks, unlimited mineral water, non-motorized water sports and boat trips around the lagoon, as well as beach towels and snorkeling equipment. Guests can also sign up for other activities, such as experiencing a spa, yoga and reiki session at Aura, hiking the forest, and enjoying an open-air cinema session. www.bawahisland.com

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Last October, the “Mexican Wine Dinner” with Chef José Manuel Morales at Banyan Tree Ungasan was truly remarkable. The three-course dinner amazed guests with a Trilogy of Ceviche that consisted of shrimp, fish and octopus as the appetizer, a slowcooked lamb rack with mole sauce for the main course, and a Hojarasca for the dessert. The hotel also hosted a special cooking class conducted by Chef José. www.banyantree.com

ANIMATION DAY Hand in hand with Alliance Française and D&A Consulting, Jimbaran HUB presented the “Animation Film Festival” on October 28. Held at Jimbaran HUB, the event was attended by the French-Indonesian animator Pierre Coffin who was the co-director of the Despicable Me movies. The festival started with a cocktail and an animated movie screening, followed by a meet and greet with Coffin. www.jimbaranhub.com

SHOW YOUR MUSCLE! On October 15, Yayasan Baliku Bali Age together with the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness Indonesia (IFBB) hosted “Muscle Beach Bali 2017” at the Finn’s Beach Club in Canggu. As many as 120 bodybuilders joined this event, including from Indonesia, Australia, German, Russian, French, Italian and Romanian. The event was made merrier with an entertaining final show. www.bodiku.com

WINE BY THE BEACH It was a night to remember as The Ritz-Carlton, Bali together with Domaines Delon presented the remarkable “Sunset Wine Dinner”. Located at The Beach Grill with a view of the Indian Ocean, the six-course dinner courtesy of Executive Chef Raymond Siek were beautifully paired with premium Léoville Las Cases wines – Clos du Marquis and Nénin, each one elevated the flavor of the dish with its smooth and fine tastes. www.ritzcarlton.com 66

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ILLUSTRATION MAPS BY ADE PARTHA & RIO WEDAYANA

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INFOINDEX

AIRLINES

■ GERMANY

■ AIRP AIRPORT OPERATOR Tel: (0361) 751-011

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

■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS

■ HUNGARY

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

Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur.

Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net

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

■ INDIA

■ ROYAL BRUNEI

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

Tel: (0361) 757-292

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

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

■ GARUDA Jl. Jalan Sugianyar, 5 Denpasar Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

■ CZECH REPUBLIC

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

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

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

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

HEALTH&MEDICAL Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For “Bali Belly”, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics.

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

Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required.

Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately.

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

Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun.

Use high SPF sunblock and a hat.

AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world. They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases.

Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.

CLINIC&HOSPITAL

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

Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm ■ ABIAN KAPAS Jl. Nusa Indah, East Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-176

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

■ ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Pejeng, Tel: (0361) 942-352 Open 8 am - 3 pm weekdays ■ GEDONG KIRTYA HISTORICAL LIBRARY Tel: (0362) 25141, Jl. Veteran, Singaraja. Open 7am - 3pm Monday Thursday, until Fridaynoon, closed on weekends ■ GALLERY SENIWATI Jl. Ubud Raya, Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485 ■ MUSEUM BALI Tel: (0361) 235-059, 222-680, Jl. Let. Kol Wisnu, Denpasar ■ MUSEUM LE MAYEUR Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur.

Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday.

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

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

24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff.

Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515

■ POLAND

■ BIMC Hospital Kuta

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

24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre for non-invasive and invasive cosmetic and aesthetic treatments.

Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 761-263, Fax: (0361) 767-701

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

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

■ SWEDEN & FINLAND Segara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara Ayu Tel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211 E-mail: sweconsul@yahoo.com ■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA Jl. Ganetri 9 D, Gatot Subroto Timur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 264-149, Fax: (0361) 243-747 E-mail: bali@honrep.ch

Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur.

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

■ THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81,

■ FRANCE

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

Jl. Umalas I No.80, Kerobokan, Kuta Tel: (0361) 473-0834, Fax: (0361) 847-5602 E-mail: consul@dps.centrin.net.id

Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092 E-mail: cgtl@dpsbali.com

■ BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua 24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre, Dialysis Centre, Dental Centre.

Kawasan ITDC, Blok D, Nusa Dua 80363, Tel: (0361) 3000-911, Fax: (0361) 3001-150

Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar

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■ MUSEUM RUDANA Tel: (0361) 975-779, 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud ■ MUSEUM SUBAK Tel: (0361) 810-315, Jl. Raya Kediri, Desa Sanggulan, Tabanan

TOURIST INFO. ■ INTEGRATED TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361; Tel: (0361) 766-188 ■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Tel: (0361) 751-011 ■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta Tel: (0361) 756-175/76

■ SILOAM HOSPITALS

■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222-387

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

■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41

■ RUMAH SAKIT UMUM PUSAT SANGLAH ■ TIMOR LESTE

■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN

(General Hospital): Jl. Diponegoro, Sanglah, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 227-911/15

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

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