Bali & Beyond magazine - August 2010 edition

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

BALI & BEYOND AUGUST 2010 VOLUME 12 NO. 123

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Welcome to the island, to the archipelago, and to the August 2010 edition of Bali & Beyond magazine.

This month, flip through the pages and enjoy our articles… starting off with Craft & Culture that looks into the brief evolution of what was originally a small village to its current state following the advent of tourism.

Through Invite & Indulge it’s a combination of glittering gems and glam interiors at Cafe Jemme, with an evolved menu addition of scrumptious cuisine.

In our Profile & Portrait this month we talk with Robin Lim, a midwife on a noble mission. Her activity at the Yayasan Bumi Sehat Foundation is regarded as one way of building peace.

Mother Robin (“Ibu Robin”) as she is fondly called, followed her conscience.

Then fate brought her to Bali where she established a clinic to passionately help mothers through deliveries primarily for those most needy who cannot afford the medical costs of hospitals.

Robin Lim founded the Yayasan Bumi Sehat in 1995 as a non-profit organization that helped deliveries, being very concerned at the numbers of infants and maternal mortalities, which were still very high in Bali.

In Pondering Point we look at an aspect from the life of rituals among the Balinese. Ngaben, a mandatory ceremony held by the family of the deceased, is usually met with economic restraints. However, customary law has begun to shine some light upon the subject, recognizing a solution of mass cremations or ‘ngaben massal’ as the right format for the future.

We share some trigger-happy fun and an adrenaline rush through this month’s Action & Attractions. Paintball Bali, located in the Bukit Ungasan,

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experienced a bit of a hiatus a while ago but due to the high demand it’s now back to pump up your adrenaline with a great series of games to test your camaraderie, shooting skills and sportsmanship. Why not head up there and have a good splat for yourself.

Gustra uses photography as a medium to articulate and express his art. Cultural, human interest, travel and experimental are his favorites.

The Indonesian nation celebrates 65 years of Independence this month, which falls on August 17. But throughout the month some national traditions can be seen alive at various places across Indonesia as people rejoice in a celebratory mood.

And in this August ‘kemerdekaan’ or ‘tujuh belasan’ nuance, our contributor shares a historical perspective with a visit to the Brawijaya Museum in Malang, East Java, where remnants and parts of the nation’s recollections of the struggle for independence against the Dutch occupation forces can be witnessed.

Henny Destyarini enjoyed her tenure a while ago with our team as a photographic intern. We’d love to have more of her portfolio... as well as her giggles.

This, in Beyond Bali, the spirit of the student troops facing the first Dutch military aggression becomes evident in the city of Malang, also nicknamed the historical ‘City of Scholars’.

The Bazaar Art Jakarta 2010 took place once more in Jakarta from late July to early August this year. Coined as the biggest art fair in Indonesia, the Bazaar Art Jakarta was back, repeating last year’s success. Have a look at some of the artwork from various art galleries across Indonesia through this month’s Capital Corner.

Donny Cahyadi is our shutter-happy guy, and he just got even happier following the recent birth of his second son. Congratulations Donny!

We hope you enjoy this edition of Bali & Beyond. Don’t forget to grab your complimentary monthly copy at your next opportunity.

Enjoy your time on the island and across the archipelago! Last but not least, keep safe during your travels!

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

Erik Wijaya is our Malang, East Java-based writer and photographer who brings you snapshots and insights from his hometown. His portfolio can be viewed at www.erikstudio.com

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August 2010 Volume 12 No. 123

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

Cover Serene Sanur Sunrise Photo by Gustra Location Sanur Beach

STANDING ON THE TRIPOD

A midwife on a mission; Robin Lim’s activity at the Yayasan Bumi Sehat Foundation is regarded as one way of building peace.

PHOTO COURTESY YAYASAN BUMI SEHAT

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The evolution of what was originally a small village to its current state following the advent of tourism.

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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.

Glittering gems and glam interiors at Cafe Jemme, with an all-new and always evolving menu of scrumptious cuisine.

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Ngaben, a mandatory ceremony held by the family of the deceased, is usually met with economic restraints.

Customary law recognizes mass ngaben as a right format for the future.

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

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

73 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS Listings and product descriptions from various clientele.

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

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CAPITALCORNER AN INDONESIAN ART FAIR

The Bazaar Art Jakarta 2010 took place in Jakarta from late July to early August this year. Coined as the biggest art fair in Indonesia, the Bazaar Art Jakarta was back, repeating last year’s success.

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ACTION&ATTRACTION ENGAGE, ENDURE, ENJOY Paintball Bali, located in the Bukit Ungasan, experienced a bit of a hiatus a while ago, but due to high demand is now back to pump up your adrenaline.

46 BEYONDBALI TRAIL OF STRUGGLE IN THE ‘CITY OF SCHOLARS’ The spirit of the student troops during the war for independence, facing the first Dutch military aggression, becomes evident in the city of Malang that is nicknamed the ‘City of Scholars’.

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OF SPORTS N’ SWEET...

EAT TO THE BEAT Starz Diner recently introduced its new rotisserie and live Asian kitchen buffet. A new buffet was created with improved selection and quality featuring exciting new items including a live rotisserie with prime Australian rib eye beef, lamb chicken with lemon and lime, duck in star anise glaze and hickory smoked beef brisket. They have also added a live soup station with 4 delicious soup broths and condiments and a selection of Asian delights featuring Atlantic salmon steak with orange soy, roast Balinese fish with ‘sambal matah’, Singapore chili crab and sambal prawns.

Hard Rock Hotel Bali, Jalan Pantai Kuta, (0361) 761-869 www.hardrockhotels.net

Stadium Cafe and Flapjaks, two restaurants under the Rama Restaurant Group, recently saw a fresh opening in Sanur. The Stadium Cafe continues to expand their sporty concept with a variety of sport accessories in each corner. This cafe is formatted for sport lovers and matches with their motto “where sports are alive!” The menu items presented are similar to that of the original Stadium Cafe in Kuta. They offer their top ten dishes that consist of burgers, pizzas, pasta, pork ribs, and the favorite Indonesian soup, Sop Buntut. To enjoy pork ribs, customers can choose the sauce. The BBQ sauce are homemade and have become bestsellers, as are the honey mustard and spicy chili sauces. For taste variations, customers can choose two ribs or one rib and one roasted chicken. Meanwhile, Flapjaks continues to offer their special offerings that consist of pancakes, smoothies, waffles, gelato, and coffee. Customers can also enjoy the Big Man, a jumbo ice cream portion of half a kilogram of ice cream with wafer sticks, cereals, and selected flavors.

Stadium Cafe & Flapjaks Sanur, Jl. Cemara no. 27, Sanur; (0361) 287-882 www.rama-restaurants-bali.com

ENSURING THE SOOTHE...

Conrad Bali has recently appointed Lauren Hudson as their Jiwa Spa & Wellness Manager.

With five years of experience in the Spa industry, Lauren has held positions with Litya Spa Dreaming in Melbourne, Hepburn Springs Spa Resort Victoria, and management positions with Endota Spa in Port Melbourne and Bebe Spa in the Fiji Islands. Most recently she was Spa Manager at the Fiji Beach Resort & Spa, managed by Hilton Fiji Islands. Lauren will oversee all aspects of the award winning Jiwa Spa with a team of 49 and will be instrumental in taking Jiwa Spa to the next level of its development.

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SERVE FOR SPA N’ WELLNESS

TO WOW IN NOVEMBER...

W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak is to open as the newest ‘Wonderland’ and playground this November. The new resort will feature a total of 158 ‘Retreats’ (W’s take on rooms) and 79 Villa Retreats. All retreats boast 64 square meters of space, a signature W bed with 350 thread-count Egyptian cotton sheets and a goose down comforter, BOSE® sound system, iPod docking station, high-speed wireless internet access, Bliss® Spa bathroom amenities, deep soaking bathtubs, rainforest shower, Wicked Munchie Box™ and mini-bar, flat screen LCD TV, IP phone and voicemail. Skylight bathrooms are featured in the Retreats on the 3rd and 4th level. Chefs Ian Lovie (Director of Cuisine), Wayan Wenten (Executive Sous Chef) and Jack Yoss (Chef de Cuisine of Starfish Bloo), will present their culinary expertise at W through their unique approach to culinary arts.

W Retreat & Spa Bali - Seminyak; Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak (0361) 738-106; www.whotels.com/baliseminyak

The Bali Spa and Wellness Association (BSWA) recently announced the official reelection of 15 members and the chairperson to serve on as their Executive Committee, active from 2010 to 2012. Lulu Susiana Widjaja was again appointed to serve as president.

The committee provides a forum for regular cooperation on spa and wellness industry matters. The association also intends to educate the public of the many health benefits derived from spa treatments and therapies.

The Bali Spa and Wellness Association (BSWA) is a non-profit organization representing Bali’s spa and wellness industry. It was established in 2005 to develop and promote Bali’s spa offerings through education, exchange of ideas, networking and growth initiatives. www.balispawellness-association.org

FRESHER, GREENER...

The Bali Dynasty Resort has announced the completion of its series of renovations covering all rooms, which now provides a fresh modern look. Each room has been decorated and equipped with new beds and furnishings. As part of the Green Globe Lite program, the hotel is committed to reducing energy and saving precious resources and therefore following a survey of many past guests, which showed that 80% of guests preferred a shower to a bath, consequently bathtubs were replaced with showers in all deluxe rooms. All rooms are now equipped with energy saving switches and balcony doors are wired to cut off air conditioning if left open for any length of time. Bali Dynasty Resort Jalan Kartika, Tuban, (0361) 752-403; www.balidynasty.com 14

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RENEWALS, READY Hotel Sanur Beach Bali recently announced the completion of its new bathrooms in the hotel’s Superior Rooms. The resort started to give a whole new look to all bathrooms of the Superior Rooms in April this year by replacing the bathtubs with glass showers and by adding several fresh artistic elements.

After a month of the ongoing project, the hotel happily reported that there was no disturbance whatsoever. None of the guests commented, with most of them only knowing about the renovation program through posters in the public areas. Hotel Sanur Beach Bali features 426 rooms and suites, 2 beachfront villas, 2 large pools and a choice of restaurants and bars.

Hotel Sanur Beach Bali, (0361) 288-011; www.sanurbeach.aerowisata.com

HEARTY WELCOME Nikko Bali Resort & Spa recently welcomed Chris Patzold as its new Executive Chef. Christopher John Patzold arrived in Bali 10 years ago, having the honor of being on the opening team of a famous dining venue. He went to Jakarta to take charge of a Pan Asian fine dining restaurant before coming back to Bali and joining the well-known Canggu Club for 2 years. He then worked at Sentosa Private Villas and Spa for nearly 3 years. Now, at the Nikko Bali Resort and Spa, Chris Patzold will be overseeing 4 restaurants and other outlets including the resort’s signature restaurant, The Shore. Nikko Bali Resort and Spa Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan (0361) 773-377; www.nikkobali.com

GROM KING 13-year old Andre Julian from West Java found the best waves and posted the highest scores to claim victory over fellow finalist 14 year old Kiko Mitsua from Bali at the Quiksilver King of the Groms South East Asian Final at Kuta Beach on July 11. The crown entitles him to an all-expense-paid trip to Hossegor Beach in France to compete against the other King of the Grom winners from 18 other countries in the King of the Groms International Final taking place later this year during the Quiksilver Pro France from September 25 to October 5. In addition to the competitive surfing, kids and spectators got up close and personal with some baby turtles and released them back into their natural habitat. www.isctour.com 16

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LAVISH LOBSTER The Laguna invites you to indulge in the lavish flavors of lobster every night at the Mayang Sari Restaurant starting from 7 pm. Enjoy it charcoal grilled with lemon butter, or have it flamed in brandy at Rp. 299,000++ per person. Meanwhile, the Ocean Terrace celebrates the 65th Anniversary of Indonesia in a delightful tropical ambiance with an exquisite selection of fish, meat and prawns served in an international BBQ buffet dinner style. A fashion show with Indonesian models featuring a delightful resort chic collection will enrich your evening. Rp. 450,000++ per person. Prices exclude beverages.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-327; www.luxurycollection.com/bali

‘KONNICHIWA!’ Fujimura Yu was appointed the Japanese Chef at The Patra Bali Resort & Villas in mid June. He began his career in 1997 and has been working in the hospitality industry ever since. With over 13 years of expertise under his belt, he had had responsibility in various Japanese Food & Beverage departmental operations. In the beginning of his career Fujimura was also a member of the Iwate Hotel & Resort’s Japanese Restaurant. In 2005 he started his job in Indonesia with PT. Cantika Dewi at the EBI-Ichi Restaurant and then joined with PT. Trinity Line in 2008 working at the Ninja Ra-Men. The Patra Bali Resort & Villas Jl. Ir. H. Juanda, South Kuta Beach (0361) 751 161; www.patrabali.com

PRIDE OF THE PARK Bali Zoo recently unveiled a new home for its ‘King of the Jungle’. Pride of Lions will be occupied by Miko and his family, the lion who came to Bali Zoo eight years ago and has now successfully bred. Pride of Lions is a new exhibit at Bali Zoo, set on a land area of 14 acres; Pride of Lions will be Bali Zoo’s new welcomer that will greet the visitors when entering the zoo.

The visitors will have the freedom to see the African Lion from close range and from different directions (3D exhibit). Pride of Lions has several facilities for visitors such as the Wenara Cafe, where visitors can enjoy their meals accompanied by the King of Jungle. The Feed the Lions! program allows visitors to participate in helping the Bali Zoo feed the lions. Pride of Lions was built in such a way that it has spots that will be favored by visitors to be able to easily take pictures. Pride of Lions is also equipped with a kopje, which serves as the pride rock, place or throne of the male lion.

Bali Zoo, Jl. Raya Singapadu, Sukawati, Gianyar; (0361) 294-357 www.bali-zoo.com

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CRAFT&CULTURE

SEMINYAK:

TRENDS N’ EVOLUTION Legian: more enthused by hippies, with beach and surf similar to Kuta; Petitenget: often referred to as a haven for dining, villas, and classy hangouts.

Seminyak: a bit of, in the middle.

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ike a big city ever expanding its territory, Seminyak now not only refers to its actual administrative area but its designation has expanded

to include Basangkasa, Petitenget, and Kerobokan. It has evolved into an ‘international village’ with the large number of expatriates who have settled there along with the construction of many international facilities.

The Seminyak area extends from the legendary Double Six Club up to one of the oldest hotels in the area, the Oberoi.

Both have later become known to coin the street names that run from the Jalan Raya Seminyak main road down to the coastline.

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new official names, their nicknames

Life was simple just as any corner

times a week they offered guests after

remained de facto and are much more

of the island; villagers in Bali in general.

familiar to locals and returning foreigners

Focusing on the day’s chores, dealing with

alike. ‘Jalan Double Six’ has stuck on ever

communal and religious ceremonies and

from Seminyak. Many flocked in from Kuta.

since rather than Jalan Arjuna, and ‘Jalan

fulfilling local village customs adat duties.

Gado Gado soon became an important

Oberoi’ rang better in the ears of most than Jalan Laksmana.

The advancement of tourism and the

dinner clubbing sessions.

Guests who came there were not only

choice because it offered an appropriate

increasing number of tourists coming to

location on the beach. This is the location

Seminyak is a village that borders

Bali brought different passions to this

of the first beach hangout, given that Kuta

Legian and Petitenget. Legian was (and

village. Tourism broadened gradually.

was all adjacent to the highway.

rather still is) more enthused by hippies,

Starting from Kuta it moved adjacently

and the beach is suitable for surfing with a

in balance towards the perimeters of

visitors, PT Bali 66 Citra Persada built the

character more similar to Kuta. Petitenget

Jimbaran, Legian and Canggu. Another

Double Six Club – a property that became

is often referred to as the haven for fine

point was Seminyak. Seminyak was

an icon in the area, besides the road’s

dining, luxury villas, and as a classy

discovered to be a more quiet area, a

name being adopted afterwards.

hangout. Seminyak is… a bit of both, in

great place to live, work and relax.

the middle.

It was originally a small village with a

In answer to the high interests of

Not many clubbing venues last very

In the late 1970s, Chez Gado Gado

long. Along its course Double Six provided

was a restaurant that offered French and

many breakthroughs including bringing in

population having a diverse livelihood;

Italian cuisine and sprang up in Seminyak,

international DJs and creating grand scale

fishing, farming, and cattle breeding.

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Emilio ‘Milo’ Migliavacca, like many other foreigners who came and fell in love with the island, later ‘became’ Balinese himself.

PHOTO BY HENNY DESTYARINI

Milo’s residence, much unchanged since it was built in 1975, located 500 meters from the beach.

image. And it has now reached a long-

In this area alone the company owned by

So great was the participation of the

lasting 23 years.

Kadek Wiranatha has established several

local communities in building Seminyak,

facilities ranging from the current-day Gado

you cannot turn a blind eye on how the

Six provided a fresh breeze for the

Gado which has switched to fine dining,

arrival of tourists and settling down of

development of the clubbing venue

Double Six, Ku De Ta, Paparazzi, and the

expatriates has also contributed to the

businesses to follow. Kuta could not

newly launched Cocoon beach club on the

advances seen in Seminyak.

provide an absolutely right on the beach

border of Seminyak and Legian.

The establishment of Double

In early 1973 Emilio Migliavacca

space and the place has become such a

Double Six apart, Jalan Dhyana Pura

hurly-burly scene. Now if you arrive at the

is another choice for nightlife goers. The

came and fell in love with Seminyak. To

beach or shores of Double Six you can

street is lined with pubs and clubs. The

him, Seminyak is a very beautiful place. In

witness at hand a row of several clubbing

strip was endowed with blessings after the

1975 he established his home 500 meters

venues that continue up to Legian beach.

disaster of the 2002 bomb blast. When

from the beach, in the middle of rice fields.

many people still avoided the area of Kuta,

From his home there he could view Mount

the crowd somehow shifted to Seminyak.

Agung in the southeast.

PT Bali 66 Citra Persada has invested a lot towards the development of the area.

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– fondly called by his nickname Milo,

PHOTO COURTESY THE OBEROI BALI

A typical coastal scene at the beachfront location of The Oberoi Bali in Seminyak (above). Jim Elliot pioneered the luxury villas scene in Seminyak with The Villas, located on Jalan Kunti (below).

The Italian designer has now even

business has done well and has inspired

businesses in their home country and want

achieved Indonesian citizenship, and

many to have a go and try to follow

to invest in Bali. Or they have indeed come

furthermore even officially become a

his steps.

to seek business opportunities here.

member of the village’s customs council.

Eventually more and more foreign

Not only boutiques have mushroomed,

He started his life in Bali by continuing his

nationals have come and settled in

but Seminyak has been well known by

fashion business. He now runs several

Seminyak. Some of them married

the number of luxury villas sprawled

boutiques under the Milo’s label.

Indonesian locals. They run their

in its corners. Pioneering this was The

businesses on the island and have

Villas at Jalan Kunti, a mid-market villa

peers. Living in a beautiful village on

indirectly contributed to the development

complex owned by artist and Australian

the coastline, with a house surrounded

of Seminyak as we know it.

businessman, Jim Elliott.

by gardens is a dream for most. Milo’s

Most of these comers already have

Elliot pioneered it in the early 1990s by building a three bedroom villa for his own residence among the green rice fields of Seminyak. Now The Villas has 50 villas and the Prana Spa that boasts a nuance of the Middle East. It is one among the many luxury villas that flourished.

Villas have not only just appeared on the main road with clear sign posts. Some have sprang up behind the main buildings on the roadside, or appear on Jalan Drupadi, the road linking Jalan Dhyana Pura and Jalan Oberoi.

PHOTO COURTESY THE VILLAS

Milo is like a magnet among his

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In Seminyak, the youth are still bound by customary obligations to preserve and continue their ancestral customs even amidst such rapid development of tourism.

have their businesses but also the local Seminyak communities as well One other thing that cannot be investments such as the establishment of large chain hotels in Seminyak. The road now known by the name of Jalan Oberoi was once the road connecting the main road to the hotel’s Seminyak beachside owned by an Indian businessman.

Oberoi occupies land that once

PHOTO COURTESY DOUBLE SIX

overlooked is the involvement of large

belonged to the Kayu Aya Hotel, a local hotel. It seems now that Oberoi is also known as the street name with rows of

come to Bali yet if you haven’t reached

of them mingle with acquaintances from

villas, restaurants, cafes, and boutiques.

these spots”. The development of tourism

abroad, ‘different worlds’, but they insist

also helps contribute to the development

on not being carried away by these foreign

This place was ‘in’ during its era and was

of tourism supporting infrastructures.

influences.

popular especially among the young and

Such rapid development of tourism

“Seminyak is a trendy area,” says Milo.

“We cannot judge from the outside. To

wealthy. All facilities are available. We’ll see

is often feared to impose degradation of

assess more clearly we must enter into

how long this will last. But he believes as

awareness among the young generation

it,” said Milo. He himself has embraced

long as the cleanliness can be maintained,

on their roots of culture. Many people are

Balinese Hinduism and has become a

and security, and if the traffic jams are

worried if the youth leave their traditions,

citizen of the local banjar group. And he

solved this area can sustain itself as a

seeking more instant material-oriented lives.

himself has witnessed how many youths

trendy place.

Luckily so far these fears are not proven

Just as Ubud and Kuta, Seminyak is

have remained in adherence to their

in Seminyak. Young children are still bound

roots... their own traditions. ■

rapidly growing. All three are now favorite

by customary obligations to preserve and

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

destinations. The saying goes, “you haven’t

continue their ancestral customs. Some

Courtesy photos

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Gratifying Gems and Gourmandise Cafe Jemme has reemerged with all its ‘precious’ and ‘semi-precious’ attributes, borrowed from its adjacent high-end jewelery store but with an allure of its own. Glittering gems meet glam interiors, and an evolving menu of scrumptious cuisine.

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Jemme Classic Prawn Cocktail (opposite) and a wide selection of salads, soups and entrees including the Garlic & Herb Baked Portobello Mushroom (center).

Dining can never be so elegantly dramatic with the subtle reflection and lighting from the hanging chandeliers.

C

afe Jemme, the

dining tables are a most perfect match for

chic foodie spot in

the artwork of cuisine that comes from the

Seminyak, boasts

kitchen, landing down onto its reflective

from soft drinks, coffees and teas to hot

seating indoors and

surface and augmenting the luscious colors

and iced chocolate. For a refreshing cool

al fresco, with the

on the plates. Dining can never be so

down during a hot day drop by Jemme’s

latter being the perfect

elegantly dramatic with the subtle reflection

for fresh mixes served on crushed ice with

and lighting from the hanging chandeliers.

soda water, including Blueberry Swoon,

choice for those soft breezy afternoons as you sip your heart away with a refreshing

Just like its al fresco seating nuance,

for an appetite for luxury.

The café has a vast drink list ranging

various smoothies, fresh and mixed

selection of teas and coffee, and recollect

entering this realm is also a breeze. Start

fruit juices and shakes. On the ‘deeper’

on your most favorite pieces of jewelry over

by browsing the exquisite collections at the

beverage side, try out the Jemme Martinis,

freshly prepared light meals and beverages.

Jemme Jewellery Boutique and lose track

and the one that suits the characteristic

of time there, with the richly filled cabinets

lavender hues of Jemme’s interior: the

on the recent additions to the menu as

of sparkles and spectrums arranged

Lychee & Lavender Martini. All of its

well as providing some food directions,

in each corner of the styled boutique

martini cocktails may be opted for with

bringing with him some of the inspired

space. You will be mesmerized with

Grey Goose premium vodka. Also on the

fresh flavors of the southern hemisphere at

each examination of a colorfully studded

drink list are a selection of premium spirits,

unquestionably affordable prices.

pendant or ring in display. Browse through

liqueurs, wines and champagne.

An Australian chef was consulted

Flamboyant and elegant settings are featured throughout. Seating options are quaint; a small bar is next to the open

and admire the collections on the upper and lower levels of the boutique.

Adjoining the main boutique space and

Jemme specialty starters to try include the Jemme Classic Prawn Cocktail (fresh king prawns served on crisp leaves with

kitchen and lush sofas and chairs seat

into the back hallway is the cozy seating

classic cocktail sauce and gazpacho

groups of up to six. But of course it’s the

area that just happens to be a bordering

sambal) and Garlic & Herb Baked

tables for two that are what combine gems,

part with Café Jemme right next door.

Portobello Mushroom (large mushroom

gastronomy and intimacy the best. Opt for

Dinners become ever more impressive

topped with a trio of fungi and sautéed

the air-conditioned indoors or take in the

with subtle candlelight and the luminous

leek grilled with parmesan and finished

fresh southeasterly breeze with petite rice

chandeliers; precious stones are

with garlic butter sauce). For a more

field scenery in its outdoor section.

deliberately encased in the walls glimmering

Indonesian start, opt for the Chicken

behind their displays. The combination of a

Satay, and for a most scrumptious entry,

benches, menu jackets and cards, are all

delectable selection on the menu and the

go for the Cheese & Caramelized Onion

plush with constant tones of lilac, and the

sparkles and luminous petites makes way

Quesadilla (topped with ratatouille and

The interior walls, sofas, chairs and

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A most scrumptious entry is the Cheese & Caramelized Onion Quesadilla (topped with ratatouille and fresh asparagus spears complemented by a zesty herbed sour cream).

Adjoining the main jewelery boutique space and into the back hallway is the cozy seating area that just happens to be bordering CafĂŠ Jemme right next door.

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Jemme’s “Tasting for Two” is an indulging combination of its most popular desserts “for those who cannot quite make up their mind”, comprised of chocolate pudding, apple-macadamia spring rolls, banana in custard, apple and lychee crumble, heart-shaped cookies and two generous scoops of ice cream.

fresh asparagus spears complemented by

interesting one of Bintang Beer Battered

a zesty herbed sour cream).

Barramundi (crisp beer batter encasing

Soup selections include Onion

fresh barramundi served with French Fries

Cappuccino, a house specialty. This is

and homemade tartar sauce). The same

a velvet brown sweet caramelized onion

batter goes with the Bintang Marinated

soup simply served with a fresh hot sliced

Fillet of Beef.

baguette. Another, the Lobster & Prawn

And for those who still want a go at that

Bisque, is finished with a hint of brandy

iconic and celebrative Balinese treat feast

and cream and so is the Pumpkin Soup.

of roast suckling pig, order the Jemme

Indonesian tastes may still be found in the

Style Babi Guling off the menu, as Cafe

delicious traditional Indonesian chicken

Jemme has presented their own version

soup of Soto Ayam.

of the slow braised pork served with

Nasi and Mie Goreng, and the Trio of

crispy cracklings, rice, traditional soup and

Mushroom and Spinach Risotto (finished

condiments.

with cream, white wine, pine nuts and

Salads include a Sliced Tender Beef Salad on fresh rocket; roast beetroot and mushroom finished with roast garlic,

Last but not least on Jemme’s mains

Jemme’s rice and pastas include the

shaved parmesan).

horseradish mayonnaise and shaved

is this succulent meal that serves two:

parmesan. The Classic Caesar Salad

the Oven Roasted Corn fed Chicken,

for those romantic candlelight dinners

is served with sliced pan-fried chicken

boned and roasted with fresh herbs and

for two, opt for the “Tasting for Two”, an

breast, bacon (optional), poached egg and

served with cauliflower cream, cheesy

“indulging combination of Café Jemme’s

beer battered anchovy fillets.

mash, buttered peas and carrots and trio

most popular desserts for those who

of gravies.

cannot quite make up their mind”. This

For the main courses, there’s this

For mouthwatering desserts, especially

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PHOTO COURTESY JEMME CAFE

An idyllic all-day dining spot with a scrumptious lunch and dinner menu; be it indoors within a mini gallery full of assorted gleaming precious gems to admire, or alfresco flanking a rice field.

Lemonade, alongside the variety of smoothies, juices and shakes.

Jemme also has an extensive Wine List with champagnes and sparkling wines for those memorable intimate dining moments amidst the glitters of gems.

When searching for an idyllic all day dining spot with a scrumptious lunch and dinner menu selection, whether it be an indoor setting within a mini gallery full

is comprised of chocolate pudding,

Spring Rolls, a tasty treat coated in

of assorted gleaming precious gems to

apple-macadamia spring rolls, banana in

cinnamon sugar with raspberry coulis and

admire, or in an alfresco garden scene with

custard, apple and lychee crumble, heart-

coconut ice cream, or the Lychee and

a view to a flanking rice field, drop by at

shaped cookies and two generous scoops

Apple Crumble, the Baked Custard Cream,

the turn in Petitenget where Café Jemme is

of ice cream.

the Classic bread and butter pudding, or

distinctively situated.

Or go for the dark and tempting After ‘8’ Martini, a blend of vodka, Crème de

the Moist Chocolate Mud pudding and Rich Chocolate terrine.

Cafe Jemme is open daily from 11 am until late. ■

Cacao, chocolate milk mint and cream.

Also available are a wide selection of

A white version, the Raspberry Milky Bar

Jemme Champagne Cocktails, the Jemme

Martini blends vodka with raspberry, white

Fruity Martinis, and Daiquiris. Try out the

chocolate and cream.

Fresh Crushes, or the selection of Jemme

Jl. Raya Petitenget 28, Seminyak

Refreshers that include the Blueberry

(0361) 733-508

Swoon, Passion Brew, and Homemade

www.jemmebali.com

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

STANDING ON THE TRIPOD “It seems the Alexander Langer Foundation has chosen to honor my work with the families suffering economically due to terrorism in Bali and the survivors of the tsunami in Aceh because the Bumi Sehat Foundation believes that peace begins with the smallest Lim, speech to parliament in Italy after the citizen; peace begins with babies.” —Robin Alexander Langer peace award giving, August 2006.

B

abies are a miracle. Formed from the union of

be obtained by the baby. When born, it should not be separated

love between a man and a woman. They grow

from the mother but immediately get breast milk, and not be

up in the bodies of women and are raised with

directly separated from the placenta.

unconditional love. When born into this world,

A baby shaded by her mum for nine months would feel loss

it hopes to remain living in love and receiving it

of trust and confidence in her surroundings, so ideally the minute

from its parents.

she was born she should be embraced and still feel the warmth

And what more of happiness than arriving into the world

and her mother’s love. Usually the child will automatically seek

immediately embraced by its mother and accompanied by its

to breastfeed, thus bonding mother and child evermore closer,

father, both smiling broadly with hopes that this love will of course

besides breast milk being the best source of nutrition for infants.

always be there.

The umbilical cord should not be promptly cut because in a

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few hours after birth the transfer of nutrients from the placenta to

the baby remains ongoing. In Balinese culture, the placenta is believed to be the family of the baby. The baby is born with four ‘siblings’ (the blood, amniotic fluid, mucus and the placenta) collectively referred to as Kanda pat. The Balinese believe that the four brothers would always accompany and take care of the baby throughout its life. In modern science, the placenta and umbilical cord can be trusted to cure diseases through stem cell research; hence there is now a special bank for storage of umbilical blood.

Mother Robin, as Robin Lim is often called, believes that there are three elements that must be observed in each birth, namely medicine, nature and culture. Medicine and modern medicine is something that is used to assist smoother deliveries. But we cannot completely surrender to drugs. We must pay attention to the environmental conditions around us.

Sometimes overlooked is the matter of culture. A simple example: each culture has a way of treating the placenta which all has meaning and purpose. Everything is back on the local wisdom respectively. Hence, at Bumi Sehat, when a mother is to give birth, she will be asked for what religion she is, then the corresponding music in accordance with her beliefs will be played. This situation can ease the stress of the mother.

She calls these three elements the three foundations. Only with solid and stable legs can something be propped up well.

Like standing on a tripod.

Mother Robin (“Ibu Robin”) holds this current principle and followed her conscience. Fate brought her to Bali and she established a clinic to help deliveries, primarily for people who cannot afford the hospital.

Being a midwife was her choice. In the past she dreamed she was visited by her grandmother who handed her a yellow shirt. The dream often came in her sleep and eventually stopped coming when she decided to receive the shirt. She did not know what it meant, but it seemed it was a message to continue the work of her grandmother. Her grandmother was a practicing midwife in the mountains of the Philippines.

The dream drove her to deepen her knowledge in midwifery. Probably the same dream that drove her to Bali.

Mother Robin believed that her visit to Bali was also a destiny that must be fulfilled.

Living in Banjar Nyuh Kuning in Ubud, again she received a “message.” Two baby owls fell from a coconut tree and she decided to look after them. When the local people knew about it they interpreted the event as a message that Mrs. Robin should devote herself as a caring figure – a midwife there.

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Robin Lim’s activity at the Yayasan Bumi Sehat Foundation is regarded as one way of building peace.

This led her to receive the Alexander Langer Award in 2006. The film Guerrilla Midwife also won a ‘best documentary’ award.

“All must be started and done with love. If you cannot love, you cannot work here.”

— Robin Lim.

very high in Bali. Urban communities and those who can afford it

due to pain, and she cleans up babies after birth and helps care

are fortunate to have access to modern health facilities. But what

for the placenta.

about those who live far from towns and who come from poor

Robin Lim’s activity at the Yayasan Bumi Sehat Foundation is

families. This foundation facilitates them by providing treatment

regarded as one way of building peace. This led her to receive the

and antenatal care, either free or paid freely.

Alexander Langer Award in 2006. Deja Bernhardt, her daughter,

Do not be surprised if you find in their clinic a woman carrying

also captured the activity on film in Guerrilla Midwife. Upon being

her baby and claiming to be from a village far away from Ubud.

listed in the Sarasota Sri Lanka Film Festival, this film won the

Information is received by word of mouth, that there is a clinic that

award for best documentary.

does not peg the medical costs and who help with all their heart.

There are no distinctions between patients in this clinic. Every patient receives the same love and attention from the midwives

Yayasan Bumi Sehat not only serves women in Bali, they also helped women in Aceh after the Tsunami hit in 2006. ■ Text and photo by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

and volunteers at this clinic.

“All must be started and done with love. If you cannot love,

■ Yayasan Bumi Sehat

you cannot work here,” said Robin Lim. She does not only use

Banjar Nyuh Kuning, Ubud

these words but is a concrete example for the foundation’s staff.

(0361) 970-002

She works almost with no regard for time. She is present in every

www.bumisehatbali.org

delivery, she motivates women who are at the brink of desperation

www.robinlimsupport.com

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PONDERINGPOINT

LARGE CEREMONY, LESS COSTS

The grand funerary procession of an Ubud royal family member in 2008. PHOTO BY NYOMAN ARI GUNADI

A mandatory ceremony at times is met with economic restraints. Customary law has begun to recognize a solution; a right format for the future. ceremony received wide publicity.

Invitations to attend the show had been distributed and the mass media had been preparing to cover it. At the height of the event, the day of the funeral pyre, roads had been closed since early morning. The event took place with the involvement of so many people until the sun set.

Large families are synonymous with great ceremonies. And a big ceremony is identical to high costs. But talking about the Ngaben in Bali, costs indeed are of a significant amount, large even for a small family. The amount normally reaches tens of millions of rupiah.

Quite often the family of the deceased must seek loans or sell parts of their

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they must wait while saving up funds

death is not the end of

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sufficient for the ceremony.

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the Ngaben ceremony.

Balinese is meticulous

Undeniably, a Ngaben ceremony does

These then give off the impression that ceremonies in Bali are very costly. Too

with various kinds of

not involve a slight cost. In 2008 the royal

expensive, they are forced to marginalize

ceremonies, each carried

family of Ubud carried out a Ngaben for

those things that should be prioritized for

out at each stage of life starting with

one of its family members, namely the last

the living. Sounding at times, irrational.

ceremonies after birth, puberty, and until

king of Ubud. It was mentioned that the

the funeral pyre or Ngaben.

money spent reached billions of rupiah.

is often expressed from outsiders. The

And the event was also very festive,

Ngaben ceremony is a private ceremony

held by the family of the deceased, which

inviting many important figures to come

that takes up the largest cost. Private, in

is treated as payment of debt to the

and witness, and even broadcast rights

that in terms of funding it only involves the

deceased. Unfortunately, sometimes not

were sold to private and international

family of the deceased’s account.

all are able to carry out this ceremony. The

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Ngaben is a mandatory ceremony

main reason is economic restraints. Those

I still remember how a few weeks

who cannot afford it will usually only carry

before the event this particular Ngaben

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Why then, so big costs? This question

In Ngaben the costs are generally incurred for building the facility and infrastructure including the Bade for the

ceremony. The Bade is a containing

had been disclosed by a religious figure on

structure that bears the body of the

his personal website.

The solution that arises is to hold

wealth can be built into up to magnificent

the ceremony in a mass scale. Mass

structure stories high and which later at the

ceremonies save money, time and energy.

end of the rituals will be abandoned at the

It also is a solution advocated in some of

cemetery. A Bade is the icon of the funeral

the Hindu literatures.

ceremony in Bali.

This situation raises a variety of reactions

Ketut Wiana, a frontman at the PHDI, the religious institution responsible for the

from the public. There are those who have

Hindu religious matters in Indonesia, said

objections to this tradition but do not dare

that mass Ngaben will raise the strong

to do anything for fear of ‘disobeying’. They

nuance of togetherness and brotherhood

will generally remain carrying on this tradition

because it is done in a collective manner.

with the feeling of reluctance. Actually

It also cuts costs but does not reduce any

this is by no means right considering any

significance of the ceremony whatsoever.

ceremony should and might as well be executed with a sincere heart.

There are also those who feel the

Efficient because in the Ngaben some facilities can be used in ceremonies together. This will really help people,

anxiety and try to find other alternatives;

especially when the obligations kick in if

how to still have the ceremony go on but

economic situations are bad.

without any burden. Rituals and religion exist to help people, not the contrary.

PHOTO BY DONNY CAHYADI

deceased that according to status and

Last June, the Pejeng village of Gianyar

The Ngaben event was under the

established a mass Ngaben. This is a five

coordination of the traditional village and

year event held for the third time. Nearly

involved all members of the banjar groups.

concern and fear of the ritual eventually

100 remains had been cremated in the

Contributions charged for each family did

fading and being utterly abandoned. Or

event, and which only generally consisted

not exceed Rp. 4 million.

religion will be forgotten. This expression

of calcic bones.

The event also sees a blend and acquaintance between communities.

Initially, the mass Ngaben was met by issues concerning clan and caste. None of those did conjure. Families from diverse clans and castes in the area flooded to the graves together to pay their respects to their deceased families members.

Wayan Windia, a lecturer in Bali on customary law, recognizes that mass the Ngaben is the right format for the future. This has been agreed upon by the community who also saw the increasing number of indigenous villages apply this to their citizens.

One problem is solved. Change of time requires some adjustment made to PHOTO BY DONNY CAHYADI

This anxiety is normal. There is even

rules formed since the distant past with the present situation. An increasingly busy world, as well as changing life orientations urge traditions to adapt yet not abandon values and what they truly cherish. â– Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati BALI&BEYOND

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

Paintball, the semi-sports game played worldwide, can be enjoyed here on the island.

Paintball Bali, after a brief hiatus since it started to splatter away in 2005, is back in full form again due to high demand.

W

ar games are apparently bestsellers and are the played the world over.

Groups

of people or creatures battling against other groups are never likely a bore.

So are movies that carry war themes, unremittingly released to so many audiences. The most recent we can recall is James Cameron’s blockbuster.

Sometimes it is hard to understand why a most negative and destructive themed setting can provide so much enjoyment on one side; misery and defeat inversed with victory and glory.

Undeniably, humans live in an atmosphere of fierce competition. As Charles Darwin once said, those that

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PHOTO BY DIAN PURNIAWATI

Paintball Bali’s world class facility located in Bukit Ungasan, stocks all the latest imported equipment from the US for full player satisfaction.

Expert staff and a 3-hectare compound promises a thrill of an adventure.

survive are those that are able to adapt,

rapidly growing extreme sport in the US.

ones used in international paintball events.

and of course win the competition.

It is a perfect choice because it offers the

This weapon delivers the namesake

This ‘fight to win’ becomes even

adrenaline rush without entailing heavy

paintball ammo; gelatin ‘bullets’ which will

more interesting when it involves military

risks. With skateboarding, people can

burst upon impact. The liquid food coloring

squads bearing sophisticated equipment,

float into the air and meet the effects

‘paint’ splats on an enemy’s apparel and

high combat capabilities, and concise

of gravity, suffering from bone injuries

proves a hit, and abiding by the rules of

strategies. Therefore, although still

without adequate protective gear. In

the game the person must mandatorily exit

boasting negative connotations, war is

paintball players can feel themselves in an

from the arena.

popular in the form of games and other

atmosphere of war but not suffer serious

entertainment. One of these is paintball.

injuries, as players must abide by the rules

target for their enemies and get shot in

and regulations of the game.

the early minutes of the action, not to

Paintball was introduced and first played in 1981 in New Hampshire,

Paintball is not only favored in the USA.

But for those of who become an easy

worry, as in paintball there is a term called

USA. This is a game involving teams or

This semi-sports game has spread to

‘reincarnation time’. A poor fella shot five

individuals using weapons equipped with

various places, including our island of Bali.

minutes before his first play has the right

special attributes. There are several types

Paintball Bali is located in Bukit Ungasan

to experience reincarnation and continue

of games that players can choose, each

and was started in 2005. It experienced a

the game. But this applies only in the first

with certain rules. Like any other game that

bit of a hiatus a while ago, but due to the

5 minutes, so every player cherishes his or

evolves into a professional scheme, the

high demand it is in operation again.

her chance at a ‘second life’.

game of paintball is overseen by a referee.

According to a source, paintball is a

Paintball Bali utilizes GTF Paintball Semi-Automatic guns that are also the

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Paintball is played in over 40 countries by millions of men and women of all ages and lifestyles. Whether homemakers or high-school students, professionals or retirees, all paintball players share in common a love for adventure and a strong competitive spirit.

bleeding, players are still required to use

the various artificial barriers to hide and

fortress. The winner is the person who gets

protective facemasks and gear. There

survive.

the flag and drives it into the opponent’s

are international standards for safety and prevention.

In international events the war arena is a flat field with colorful barriers. But

In addition to masks, chest protectors

‘nest’ safely.

This game involves teamwork and

Paintball Bali’s arena provides quite

strategy. Each team normally begins with

are also provided. But this is an option.

a different scene. Natural and uneven

the division of tasks among players and

Adding to the already warring theme,

grounds, skirmishes between trees and

discusses their strategies.

sometimes there are those players who

obstacles will immerse people in a sort of

feel the need for more bravado. Thus the

guerilla warfare.

detachable attribute of the chest protector.

Adding even more to the military theme,

There are three arenas provided: Castle Island, Kampung Bali and Open Country.

army style camouflage apparel is provided;

These three arenas at three different

comfortable enough to use for running and

locations in a wide compound can be

rolling, let alone hiding. Suits the groves

adjusted flexibly in accordance to the

and thickets of the paintball arena well.

number of players.

Paintball Bali is located in the limestone

Castle Island can be regarded as

hill area where the battle atmosphere

another name for its ‘capture the flag’

changes depending on the weather. In

rounds – one of the most popular paintball

the rainy season the trees grow green

games. Players are divided into two teams.

and lush, but in the dry season the plants

Both compete for the flag, placed in the

will wither and players will rely more on

midst of the ‘castle’ that looks more like a

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The second arena is the Kampung Bali.

Inspired by Vietnam War movie scenes, this is the battle to seize a village. One

Paintball is played in over 40 countries by millions of men and women of all ages and lifestyles.

All paintball players share in common a love for adventure and a strong competitive spirit — for the thrill of the game!

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sudden change of mind and can’t take the ordeal of the battle any longer because of a sudden minor mental breakdown, they just simply raise both hands up as a sign of surrender… or cowardice, perhaps?.

No one can be sure how long this type A protective facemask is mandatory nearly everywhere, and should be worn regardless.

Paintball is a very safe sport as long as safety rules are followed.

of “war” can progress. It all depends on the players, on how sophisticated they adjust their strategies to ‘stay alive’ and survive.

At Paintball Bali every player will be given

team defends a village while the other tries to invade it.

Resembling a real village war, the

No worries about cheating, as in every

the opportunity to try the three arenas. All

game there are one or more referees,

three provide different atmospheres and

adjusted by the amount players.

require different techniques.

arena features small huts, tanks, and

This last game is a bit different from

watchtowers. Players can use all the

the previous two. This is an individual type

many places. Besides the excitement it

facilities throughout the arena for survival,

of game where strategy and tactics are

promises, it does not impose restrictions

shelter, or to slowly advance to victory.

wholly one’s choice. There are no team

for players. Be it male or female, young

members to protect you, no friends. Here,

or old… as long as he or she could pull a

all players are foe.

trigger, take on a challenge, and agrees

During the struggle over this village, casualties on both sides will fall. The team that wins is the team with the most

This is the kind of game that pumps up

Paintball has been readily accepted in

that “losing is not an option”. ■

surviving members. By the end they are

the adrenaline the most because attacks

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

declared the worthy rulers of the village.

can emerge from all directions and each

Courtesy photos

Both types of games rely on strategy.

player is on their own. The duration of the

Cunning, strength and solid teamwork are

game? It will never be over ‘til it’s over!’

put to the fore. It is no wonder that they

While you can still survive, not shot at yet

are all chosen as the most ideal games for

and still have a big supply of bullets, keep

Ungasan, (0361) 770-300

team building.

moving ahead. But when players have a

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BEYONDBALI

TRAIL OF STRUGGLE IN ‘CITY OF SCHOLARS’

The spirit of the student troops or Tentara Republik Indonesia Pelajar (TRIP) during the war for independence, facing the first Dutch military aggression, becomes evident in the city of Malang, also nicknamed the ‘City of Scholars’...

T

races of the struggle and

the Air Attack counterforce weapons

perseverance of the TRIP

confiscated by the Civil Security Body

fighters 63 years ago can

(Badan Keamanan Rakyat or BKR) of

be found at a number of

Japan in September 1945.

monuments and of course at the Brawijaya Museum

the December 10, 1945 incident, when

the Dutch colonialism era, the Japanese

the TKR with other fighters entered and

occupation, and up to the first and second

attacked the Dutch stronghold position at

Dutch military aggression can be seen in all

the coastal post of Betering Village in the

corners of the city.

Gresik Regency; a fierce battle that lasted

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nearly six hours. The TKR captured this cannon from the Dutch army then moved it

Upon the initiative of Brigadier General

toward Lamongan. Along the way a battle

(Ret.) Soerachman Pengdam VIII/BRW,

resulted in the death of a TKR soldier

the museum was founded in 1952 with

named Corporal Buang, and the cannon

the historical setting of the Civil Security

was then called “Si Buang” in his honor.

Troops (Tentara Keamanan Rakyat or TKR)

Also in evidence is a Netherlands’ AMP-

struggle alongside the people of East Java

TRACK battle tank used in the struggle

in facing Dutch Military Aggressions I and

of the fighters in the battle on TRIP Salak

II, and was officiated by Colonel Ret. Dr.

Street (now called ‘Jalan Pahlawan TRIP’).

Soewondo on May 4, 1968, covering an

63 years ago on July 31, 1947, a battle

area of 6,825 square meters divided into

between the TRIP army and the Dutch

two main areas of exhibition space and

that was considerably unbalanced in

offices. The entrance fee is only Rp. 2,500,

terms of arsenal. The Netherlands used

which goes to the maintenance of the

warplanes, tanks and sophisticated

national historical relics. Some collections

armory. Meanwhile, TRIP fighters only used

that can be found at the Brawijaya Museum

improvised weapons. In the end the TRIP

include as follows:

heroes saw defeat, especially in such an

In the front yard of the museum

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made Vickers Armstrong cannon from

in Malang, East Java. Memories from

BRAWIJAYA MUSEUM

The ‘Si Buang’ Cannon, named after a corporal who gave his life in battle, following its capture from the Dutch forces.

There is also a 3.7-inch Australian-

unbalanced situation; the Netherlands with

are displayed battle tanks that were

their AMP-TRACK tank ran over the TRIP

used during the battle of November

troops to their death. These remnants of

10, 1945 in Surabaya. Then there are

the tanks are stored neatly at the Museum

The ‘45 Struggle Monument, unveiled on May 20, 1975, depicts heroes over a giant figure, referred to as ‘Buto Ijo’ referencing the Dutch colonialists.

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The Tugu monument was unveiled in 1946, but the Dutch feared it would build up spirits against them so on December 23, 1948 it was destroyed. It was then rebuilt and inaugurated on May 20, 1953 by the first President, Soekarno.

of Brawijaya and still can be seen today

used by Colonel Soengkono as official

as a silent witness of the malice of the

vehicles during his service as Commander

Netherlands Dutch Military Aggression I.

of the Brawijaya Division (Division I East

The museum is divided into five sites, the exhibition layout being: 1. The Brawijaya Museum front yard

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relics of Panglima Soedirman, like the couch or resting place that he frequently

is named “Agne Yastra Loca”, which

used, and including his often-used plates

means ‘the park firearms revolution’. The

and cups. Also featured throughout are

front yard is an open exhibition space that

photographs of the former commanders

showcases historical items such as heavy

of East Java, firearms, etc. And the

weapons and armored vehicles that have

most interesting part of this room is the

historical value.

presence of the tables and chairs that were

2. The lobby space. In this room there

used by Bung Karno, Bung Hatta, and Col.

are three collections that can be viewed by

Soengkono in conducting negotiations

the visitors, among them:

with the Dutch and referred to as the

- Brawijaya troops assignment reliefs - Majapahit Kingdom power reliefs - Symbols of unity / Kodam throughout Indonesia.

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Java) from 1948 to 1950. There are also

‘roundtable talks.’

4. Room 2. Collections contained in this room date from 1950 to the present.

In this room there are historic objects such

3. Room 1. Collections contained in

as computers used at the time, etc. See a

this room start from the years 1945-1949.

large IBM computer from the time of World

In this room the visitor is shown historic

War II, among others. Photographs tell of

objects, the likes of De Soto cars that were

the special operations carried out within

to quell various uprisings and rebellions in Indonesia, and there are also photographs of the old city of Malang.

5. The Central Compound. In this open space, visitors are shown two pieces of historical objects which have their own story to tell; “The Wagon of Death” and the “Boat Sigigir”.

WAGON OF DEATH Almost 63 years ago, the carriage of death departed from Bondowoso on November 23, 1947 on the order from J van den Dorpe, 2de Luit. der Mariniers. The transfer of 100 prisoners was a statement that they were extremists who committed “subversieve activiteit” or subversive activities. So it becomes a silent witness of WWII, which is one of the leading collections of icons at the Brawijaya Museum. It is one of the cars that was used by the Dutch military to transport

The Tugu Monument, a silent witness of events from Raffles to the Dutch military aggression.

100 captive Indonesian fighters from the Bondowoso prison to places of detention around Surabaya. Tragically, of the 100 prisoners only 12 were healthy; 31 injured, 11 seriously ill, and 46 people died. The car is one of three that were each closed tight, allowing only a crack for ventilation and filled with tortured prisoners who were transported in high temperatures without food and drink during the trip that lasted for hours.

‘45 STRUGGLE MONUMENT Located in front of the Kota Baru station in Malang, this monument is a sculpture made up of cement stones in the form of 19 small statues and one giant statue. The small sculptures depict the struggle of the Indonesian people against the occupation.

The War for Independence-era IBM computer.

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Colonel Soengkono’s De Soto car that served him from 1948 to 1950; the Gerbong Maut ‘Death Train’; and the Netherlands’ AMP-TRACK battle tank.

edge of the monument there are 8 fences

and recollecting upon the heroes who

unwind. Many young people and parents

symbolizing Javanese culture. And in front

had given their life to defend their nation’s

with their children mingle here, a simply

of the monument is the image of the text of

independence. The reliefs around the

beautiful spot with flower gardens and lotus

the Proklamasi or Indonesia’s Declaration

statue describe the struggle of the heroes.

ponds. The evening nuances with beautiful

of Independence. The monument is 10.40

There is a giant statue, referred to as ‘Buto

lights often make it a place for photos for

meters; the foundation is 6.90 meters

Ijo’ lying in the middle of the monument

travelers to the city. Located at Jalan Tugu,

by 3.50 meters, and with a height of two

that depicts the Dutch colonialists who

the Square is known as Alun Alun Bunder

meters. The 45 Struggle Monument was

had oppressed the Indonesian nation for

(Bunder means ‘rounded’ in Javanese). The

unveiled on May 20, 1975. The monument

hundreds of years.

Tugu monument was unveiled in 1946, but

was created as a reminder of the history of

the Dutch feared it would build up spirits

the Indonesian people’s struggle in 1945.

ALUN ALUN BUNDER

This monument is also to foster the spirit

At the heart of Malang city is a monument

this monument was destroyed. The town

of patriotism among the youth in Malang

that now often serves as a destination to

hall in front of the monument was also

against them so on December 23, 1948

bombed to ruins. The monument park was the former Governor General of Dutch East Indies, Jan Pieter Zoen Coen’s garden.

In 1950, the monument was rebuilt and inaugurated on May 20, 1953 by the first President, Soekarno. ■ Text and photos by Erik Wijaya ■ Museum Brawijaya

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Jalan Ijen 25 A, Malang, East Java (0341) 562-394

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CAPITALCORNER

As this edition flies off to press, the Bazaar Art Jakarta 2010 is taking place once more at Ballroom’s 1 & 2 of the RitzCarlton Pacific Place in Jakarta from late July to early August.

Coined as the biggest art fair in Indonesia, the Bazaar Art Jakarta is back to repeat last year’s success.

an Indonesian

ART FAIR B

azaar Indonesia

of art perspectives. Various Indonesian

magazine once

contemporary artworks were enjoyed; pho-

again presented the

tographs, drawings, paintings, sculptures,

contemporary arts

carvings, and more.

festival that acts as a place to appreciate

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Esquire Indonesia magazine, Amica Indo-

the works of Indonesian artists in public

nesia magazine and Bravacasa Indonesia

spaces, this time with a bigger, more

magazine (Bali & Beyond’s sister within the

interesting, and lively concept.

MRA Media group).

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The exhibition was also supported by

Bazaar Art Jakarta 2010 was opened

moment to celebrate the euphoria of

on July 29 by the Minister of Trade, Mari

Indonesian art, a place to gather talent and

Elka Pangestu, and opened to the public

the expressions of local artists, both senior

from July 30 to August 1. The open-

and newcomer, delivering a fresh blend

ing party of the festival featured various

‘Nature’s Poem Agitation’ by Wayan Kun Adnyana (above); ‘Survive’ by Hojatul, courtesy Edwin’s Gallery (right); Agung Mangu Putra’s ‘Global Warming III - Yang Tersisa Yang Mencair’ or ‘What is Left What has Melted’ (below).

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tion featured an exhibition of timeless art

to the wealth of Indonesian art. The festival

works from Indonesia’s best artists through

featured a rich taste of art and gave a

a private collection. It includes works such

new breath into the Indonesian art scene,

as ‘Makan Nasi’ (1956) by S. Sudjojono.

participated by more than 30 galleries.

Various activities held included talk

An Islamic Art Section featured an Islamic themed art exhibition displaying

shows about the Indonesian art scene

works from several artists with meaningful

presenting speakers, leaders and perpetu-

concepts and themes. Among the works

ators of the Indonesian art world with sev-

included Ahmad Sadali’s ‘Gunungan’

eral interesting themes. Also at the Pacific

(1971).

Various Indonesian artworks featured: paintings, photographs, sculptures, carvings, and more.

Place Mall was an introduction of art for children in cooperation with Hadiprana Art Center, which was filled by a variety of exciting activities such as field trips, drawing competitions, and more. A public contemporary art exhibition inside the mall displayed works by more than 60 artists, from murals, graffiti, sculptures, space installation, to video, and other artwork.

An art competition for young, new coming artists collaborated with Vanessa Art Link.

The best artworks were selected through a poll by visitors to the Bazaar Art Jakarta.

A special section in the Ballroom of The Ritz-Carlton Pacific Place presented the private collection of Jakarta governor Fauzi Bowo. After receiving positive responses year, Fauzi Bowo’s appreciation of the Indonesian art world made his collection a series to be enjoyed.

A woman’s art collectors’ section featured a discourse on women’s appreciation of art and on capturing works of art through the eyes of women. An Old Masters Sec54

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Glo-Babi-Sasi #2 by Upadana

from visitors of the Bazaar Art Jakarta last

Makan Nasi or ‘Eating Rice’ by Srihadi Soedarsono

exhibitions and activities that contributed

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Srihadi Soedarsono ‘Bedoyo Ketawang’ Bazaar Art Jakarta reflects a moment to celebrate the euphoria of Indonesian art, a place to gather talent and the expressions of local artists, both senior and newcomer, delivering a fresh blend of art perspectives.

A FashionART Section featured fashion works from designers who were inspired by well-known phenomena and their perception of the world of art. Bazaar Art Projects Section with fifteen of Indonesia’s great artists, including Agus Suwage, Ay Sotheby’s

Tjoe Christine, BNGA Orange, Indiguirellas, Radi Arwinda, and others were displayed.

A Bazaar Art Cinema Section featured a mini theater with a documentary video of Niko

the Indonesian art world, from the lives of the artists, their creative processes, to the artwork of the Indonesia’s best artists.

Ahmad Sadali, ‘Gunungan’, 1971

Art festival participating galleries

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included Andi’s Gallery, Art Season,

Perimeter, Puri Art Gallery, Semarang Gal-

Artha Galeri, Artsphere Gallery, d gallerie,

lery, SIGIarts, Srisasanti Syndicate, Syang

Edwin’s Gallery, Emmitan CA Gallery,

Art Space, Sygals, Tembi Contemporary,

Fang Gallery, Galeri Apik, Galeri Canna,

Tony Raka Art Gallery, umahseni, Vanessa

Galeri Langgeng, Galeri Mon Décor, Green

Art Link, viviyipartroom, Yulindra Gallery,

Artspace, Hanna Artspace, Kendra Gal-

and Zola Zolu Gallery. The auction house

lery, KOONG Gallery, Museum Rudana

for the event was Sotheby’s. ■

& Rudana Fine Art Gallery, Nadi Gallery,

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BEYONDUPDATES AUGUST TO SEPTEMBER JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta has several events to welcome the month of Ramadan and the Mid-Autumn Festival this month.

Sailendra will have an extensive buffet with Moroccan and Turkish dishes for break-fasting as well as Lebaran Hampers each evening from August 11 to September 10. The Mid-Autumn Festival this year is from August 8 to September 22 and will have its famous Moon Cake in town with the new flavor of Black Sesame. To commemorate Indonesia’s Independence Day, Sailendra will also have a special celebration with lots of delectable dishes on August 17.

JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta, (021) 5798-8808

TASTES, AROUND THE CLOCK Surabaya Plaza Hotel’s (SPH) Kartini’s Restaurant commenced its 24 hours service in July. Joshua Anshori, General Manager of SPH said, “We want to accommodate the dining needs of the residents of Surabaya and guests from out of town that have activities at night until morning with the typical cuisine of East Java and in a smoke free atmosphere. With 24-hour service, we hope to help make the city of Surabaya more sparkling. “ SPH has also introduced the latest creations from its bartender and chef including specialty cocktails and mocktails, while representing a line of Grilled Seafood on its main course menu.

Surabaya Plaza Hotel (031) 531-6833; sby.pphotels.com

PEDICAB SUAVE In order to strengthen good relations that have been built up between the Jogjakarta Plaza Hotel and trishaw driver transport services that operate in the vicinity of the hotel, on June 25 a convivial event in the pre-function space of Jogjakarta Plaza Hotel was attended by General Manager Yungke Wibowo, his managerial staff, and the pedicab driver’s representatives. “Many of our guests who come from different cities or even countries ask to be shown to the rickshaws. Some order rickshaws as their means of transportation during their stay at Jogjakarta Plaza Hotel,” he said. www.jogja.pphotels.com

CHEFS RECHECK In the Beyond Updates section of Bali & Beyond’s July 2010 edition under the title ‘TWICE THE TASTES...’ the Gran Melia Jakarta welcomed Chef Tomoaki Ito as its new Japanese Chef and Gerald Prinz as its new Executive Chef. Our editorial team apologizes for the wrong heading referring to another hotel, and for any inconvenience caused. www.gran-melia-jakarta.com

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BANDUNG BOASTS The Xquisite Resto is located on the second floor above the lobby of the Luxton Bandung and overlooking bustling Dago Street. It is the hotel’s all-day dining hub with a seating capacity of 161 and is open daily from 6am to 11pm. Xquisite Resto provides extensive choices of food and beverages ranging from local delicacies to international cuisine, accompanied by friendly, relaxing and efficient service. Modern minimalist interior, bright lighting, and chill-out style music is supported by the simple and cozy ambience. Xquisite Resto recently featured its Xquisite Lunch Buffet promotion where guests can indulge in a wide array of national and international cuisine for only Rp. 50,000++ per person. The top-notch menu includes salads, pastas, noodles, traditional food, Asian and international selections, and sweet delicacies rotated daily. Further promotions of affordable quality dining are to come.

The Luxton Bandung, Jl. Ir. H. Juanda No. 18 Bandung, West Java (022) 4220-700; www.theluxton.com

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Cemeti Art House is hosting an exhibition titled “The Beginning Was the End” through August 19. It is an exhibition and presentation by artist-in-residence Allison Holt. Holt will finalize her residency with an exhibition presenting interactive installation works, video sculptures and diagrams derived from her research on Javanese philosophy within the procession of ruwatan (long maintained Javanese ritual of cleansing the body and mind).

Allison Leigh Holt graduated from the Massachusetts College of Art in Boston where she received a Darmasiswa Award from the Indonesian Ministry of National Education in 2008 and an OFF Design Competition Award at the Olympia Film Festival in Olympia in 1996.

Cemeti Art House, Jl. D.I. Panjaitan No.41 Yogyakarta, (0274) 371 015 www.cemetiarthouse.com

Bali Tropic Resort & Spa

HOTELHIGHLIGHTS Bali Tropic Resort & Spa is an all-inclusive hotel that epitomizes the authentic Balinese architecture and style fringed by whitesand and crystalline sea--s. It combines nature, rejuvenating spa treatments, and a host of recreational activities to give you the ultimate tropical retreat...

Perched gracefully between the ocean and the sky, embraced by the lush tropical landscape, resort serenity designed for indulgence, the ambience is definitely natural, a place of beauty beyond imagining.

The resort offers 130 deluxe rooms, 14 royal bungalows and 3 2-bedroom suites, each featuring individually controlled air– conditioning, private bath/showers, satellite TV, IDD, minibars, and tea/coffee making facilities, safe deposit box. Vast choices for dining include three restaurants and four bars, serving international barbecue buffet dinner. Bali Tropical Spa has 10 treatment rooms with private shower and bathtub offering traditional massages, body scrubs, facial and other therapies to choose from.

All Inclusive Jl. Pratama 34A, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua Tel: (62) 361 772130, Fax: (62) 361 772131 E-mail: hotel@balitropic-resort.com Website: www.balitropic-resort.com

Experience the authentic Balinese hospitality.

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

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

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

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

The Patra Bali

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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EKSPLO[RA]SI Hanna Artspace presents Eksplo[ra]si, an exhibition of 30 selected works from UNDIKSHA and ISI (art faculty from two universities) through August 8. Experiment and exploration that become a major soul of the creativity process are bases which need to be preserved within the art study process. The intention of this exhibition is to present those inventions. In line with the characteristics of experiment and exploration, the exhibition will accommodate art works that show an invention of ideas, concepts, discourses and aesthetic qualities. This exhibition is entitled Eksplo[ra]si. There are two words that can be read from this text. First, the “eksplorasi” means the exploration of the field with the aim of obtaining more knowledge (about the circumstances and so on); investigation; assessment; activities to gain new experience from the new situation. The second “eksplosi” or loud noise caused by the sudden out loud insistence; boom, or explosion. In other words, eksplo[ra]si could mean exploration and explosion. By suggestion, this exhibition means to expose the artistic achievement of the students’ exploration and is expected to boom their network growth in the future. www.hannaartspace.blogspot.com

SANUR SWINGS UNNATURAL SELECTION Kendra Gallery, features ‘Unnatural Selection’ from August 28 to September 26 and will be open from 7pm – 9pm. The group exhibition curated by Rizki A. Zaelani features artists Dadan Setiawan and Nadia Savitri and their works consisting of paintings, objects, ceramics, and mixed media. ‘Unnatural Selection’ encourages the artists to look at the city and urban environment closely, as a part of their lives in relation to their perception about the environment.

Kendra Gallery, Jl. Drupadi No. 88B, Basangkasa, Seminyak (0361) 736-628 www.kendragallery.com

The Sanur Amateur Open Golf Tournament is back for its 6th season.

The Balibeach Golf Course announces the area’s most prestigious golf tournament of the year from August 6-7 at the Balibeach Golf Course in conjunction with the 5th Sanur Village Festival. Some of the local and national top professional golfers are expected to be among the field. More golfers are expected to be participating in this tournament as enthusiasm increases every year. Players in this year’s tournament will be competing for more than Rp. 100 million in cash and prizes.

Balibeach Golf Course, (0361) 287-733 www.balibeachgolfcourse.com

REFLECT ON NATURE Maya Ubud Resort & Spa hosts an exhibition featuring the watercolor artwork of 20 selected painters titled “Look Back, Reflect on Nature” through August 31. The 20 artists of Agus Budiyanto’s Aquarelle Studio, through their beautiful paintings invite us to return to the environment, for through viewing these paintings one will be able to look back, reflect and be encouraged to make every effort to maintain the balance of nature. The paintings in this exhibition are a way to see how nature is in balance. Part of the proceeds from this exhibition will be donated to the Bali International Women’s Association (BIWA) to support their social and environmental projects.

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

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Bali Masari

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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INDONESIA 1939 Jenggala Keramik Bali presents the works of Horace Bristol, a photojournalist and chronicler of the 20th century, at the East/West Gallery. Horace Bristol – Indonesia 1939 runs through October 4. The exhibition will focus on Bristol’s work as one of the original LIFE magazine photographers, and LIFE’s first international stories on the Dutch East Indies in 1940. Bristol came to Indonesia in late 1939 to photograph and document the “exotic” everyday lives of native Indonesians and Dutch businessmen in the former Dutch colony. This exhibition focuses on the rural life of Indonesians in the late 1930s, including traditional dance, religion, art, textiles and farming. These images reflect traditions and practices that remain part of Indonesian culture today.

A concurrent exhibition including Bristol’s work will be on view at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles through November. Jenggala Keramik Bali Jalan Uluwatu ll, Jimbaran, (0361) 703-311 www.jenggala.com

JOURNEY EASTSIDE BIASA ArtSpace presents an exhibition featuring the works of Angelo Bellobono in “Eastside - the Journey,” the first solo show in Asia for the Italian artist, through September 15. Angelo has always placed humanity at the center of his artistic research, stressing the difficult relations of belonging and identity, understood not simply in the socio-cultural sense but also in a biological sense. The mechanisms by which biochemistry translates into behaviors and emotions is the thread running through all his paintings, videos, and performances, taking the emphasis away from the presumed spirituality animating human existence. Bellobono gives form and consistency to a range of emotions experienced by all human beings. In his most recent works, which also probe the drive to immigrate, this investigation once again coiled painting with performance and video art.

BIASA ArtSpace, Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 34, (0361) 8475-766

IN PRAISE OF WOMEN Ganesha Gallery presents an exhibition featuring the works of Ida Bagus Indra, Ni Nyoman Sani and Teguh Ritma Iman titled “In Praise of Women” through August.

The female form has dominated art since the beginning, a fact proven by the 35,000year-old “Venus” figurines of prehistoric Europe. As seen in the works of art in this exhibition, female grace and beauty have also not escaped contemporary Indonesian artists including Ida Bagus Indra, Ni Nyoman Sani and Teguh Ritmar Iman. Perhaps the most startling development here, in a world usually dominated by men, are the graceful canvasses of Ni Nyoman Sani, one of Bali’s most famous woman artists. The 7th child of a fisherman and a shopkeeper in Sanur, Sani’s creative talents as both a poet and artist quickly caught the attention of her teachers. In recent years she has won international acclaim for her large, stunning canvasses of meticulously dressed woman whose sense of style and color have been compared to Klimt, as well as the best fashion photographers. Ganesha Gallery, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay (0361) 701-010; www.fourseasons.com/jimbaranbay

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PASSION TO VISIT Following four consecutive successful annual celebrations the Sanur Village Festival returns this year from August 4 – 8, taking place at Segara Ayu Beach and at the Inna Grand Bali Beach Sanur. “Saha Nuhur” is this year’s theme for the festival, which literally means “the passion to visit a certain place” and was the origin of the name “Sanur”. With its popularity, the Sanur Village Festival will attract more visitors to the island of Bali this year and more importantly to map this event in the world’s tourism calendar.

The event started in 2006 on a very humble note and since then has continued to expand in terms of the quality as well as the quantity of visitors.

This year’s chosen theme symbolizes the re-connection with the island’s heritage. Witness the classic highlights of the Bazaar & Food Festival, Jazz Festival, and the 6th Sanur Golf Tournament as well as the most anticipated Street Parade. The International Kite Festival and Jukung Festival will definitely sensate the spectators with the artistic creations and breathtaking races. There will be another rejuvenation of the program with the relocation of the Mass Yoga program to a serene Yoga Village. In all, this year’s “Fun & Cultural Event” will also feature an Underwater Festival, Fine Art Exhibition, Culinary Challenge, City Fun Bike Tour, Fishing Contest, Yoga Village, Jazz Festival, a Cultural Parade, Fun Beach Games, Photography Contest, Bazaar and Food Festival, a Water Sports Competition, International Kite Festival, Soccer, Basketball and Rugby competitions. Checkout the website for further information and program schedules as well as highlights from the previous festivals. www.gotosanur.com BALI&BEYOND

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W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak started to pump up awareness building up to its opening, planned for this November. Recently, the Sales & Marketing team “raised the flag” on the beach by celebrating the forthcoming entry of W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak at the beachfront, as an advertising message in conjunction with the high season. The marketing team continues to share the spirit of excitement with the community about the entry of W. The new resort invites all to anticipate its new opening with the total of 158 ‘Retreats’ (W’s take on “rooms”) and 79 Villa Retreats.W Retreat & Spa Bali - Seminyak (0361) 738-106; www.whotels.com/baliseminyak

WORTHWHILE INITIATIVE The St. Regis Bali Resort launched its adoption of two orphanages in Bali, Guna Tuna Rungu and Udyana Wiguna in June by proudly presenting an evening of a cappela music by the Yale Whiffenpoofs and a cocktail buffet dinner. The St. Regis Bali Resort chose the two orphanages based on their individual and separate needs as well as to essentially improve the overall lives, both in general day-to-day living and in the schooling of the children. The monies for the two orphanages were collected through tickets that were sold for the live event as well as through a donation envelope that each guest dropped into a donation box. www.stregis.com

GIANYAR GLITTERS Gempita Gianyar 2010 was a success on July 2 - 3, taking place at the Astina field in Ubud. The annual event was held for the third time and continued to carry on the mission of appreciation of Bali’s arts and culture. It was also a way to celebrate Ubud’s recent achievement as “The Best City in Asia” as titled by Conde Nast Traveller magazine in one of its polls. There were 4 main agendas during the festival: Tri Hita Karana performance, Ubud Street Bash parade, Peliatan Royal Heritage Dinner and a Youth Art Camp. The colossal Tri Hita Karana show presented a “modern-meets-classic” music and dance concept and was supported by more than a hundred dancers. Ubud Street Bash featured parades and fashion showsAUGUST by 22 designers.

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GREET GESTURE Surabaya Plaza Hotel (SPH) launched its standard greeting recently called Salam ‘S’. The idea initially was to create a typical greeting of Surabaya, different from other regions as well as other Asian countries. The hotel’s General Manager and initiator of the gesture, Joshua Anshori, hoped that other hotels in Surabaya could also use the greeting to form a strong cultural identity of the city.

Surabaya Plaza Hotel, Plaza Boulevard, Jalan Pemuda 31-37, Surabaya (031) 5316-833; www.sby.pphotels.com

Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day attracted over 250 girls to Bali in late June. It kicked off with the Women’s Coca-Cola ISC Tour event at Double Six Beach in Seminyak. Last year’s Coca-Cola ISC Women’s Champion Bonne Gea along with Febri Rohaye Ningsih, Jasmine Haskell and Yuli Ifrika earned themselves a spot in the final, with Febri turning out as eventual winner.

In the main area there were surf lessons provided by Rip Curl School of Surf, a Rip Curl Lomography photo competition, a beauty booth with massage, nail polish and temporary tattoos, and heaps of other fun things.

Stay tuned for next year’s event. www.ripcurl.com; www.isctour.com

BBQ ANEW The Bali-based furniture company Lio Collection recently announced the launch of Lio Barbeque, an al fresco eatery that aims at being an alternative for Bali’s sassy dining buffs. The 48seat establishment offers a friendly and welcoming concept, targeting its market toward local residents and the island’s visitors. The new establishment follows the business success of its sister outlets, Pantarei Greek Restaurant and The Bar at Pantarei. Members of the island’s media were recently invited for a preview and tastes. www.liocollection.com

RAP OF THE REEF AROMATIC MORN The Westin Resort Bali invited members of the island’s media in early July to a Westin Morning Ritual together with a JING Tea presentation by JING Tea expertise Jack Cummins. The morning ritual took place at the resort’s Summer Garden where a tea reading took place for participants and a small tea-brewing contest was held among the participants after the presentation, to try out and blend the flavors of different teas. www.westin.com/bali

The Reef Bali Pro, a 6-star Coca-Cola ISC sanctioned contest saw rewards and Rock n’ Roll in late June. Hard Rock’s Center Stage was packed with people checking out the premiere of Cancer to Capricorn and then moving over to the Hard Rock Café to cheer on the 10 Miss Reef Bikini semifinal candidates. The highly anticipated Open Division surfing final had Raditya Rondi coming out as champion, receiving a check for Rp 12,500,000 and getting 3,000 points in his run for the 2010 ISC Championship. After the beachside trophy presentation, the Reef International pro surfers took to the water to be towed into the waves and deliver an Expression Session. www.isctour.com BALI&BEYOND

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TRIATHLON TRIUMPHS More than 700 athletes from over 20 countries participated in the 4th MRA Bali International Triathlon on June 20 at Jimbaran Bay. This challenging Olympic-distance race incorporated a 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike ride and 10km run. The total distance covered was 51.5 km. InterContinental Bali Resort’s Spa Garden was used as a transition point for athletes to collect and deposit their bikes for the cycling and running segments of the race.

German triathlete Jens Wilken clocked the best overall time of 02:27:22. Best Indonesian time was awarded to Kadri Regar, followed by Dwi Ratsongko, and Richard Sam Bera. www.balitriathlon.com

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

CONVIVIAL GATHERING AT TAO IN TANJUNG BENOA July 2, Skal members and guests Skal members and guests enjoyed delicious authentic Asian cuisine in the pleasant, breezy and relaxed atmosphere of Tao on the beach of water sport paradise Benoa peninsula. What a wonderful way to finish to the week and start the weekend.

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

First Friday lunches to come are:

August 6, Anantara - Seminyak September 3, AYANA - The Bukit October 1, The Samaya - Seminyak November 5, Bali Dynasty Resort - Kuta Festive Season Skal Ball - Saturday December 11 at Nikko Resort & Spa

ABOUT SKAL AND SKAL BALI Skal International, the World’s largest travel and tourism organization, founded in 1934 in Paris, 20,000 members in 500 clubs in 90 countries. Members are industry management and professionals providing accommodation, tours, transportation and travel, maritime and other activities, attractions, restaurants, golf, spas, consultation and media.

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

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during these tours are sometimes beyond description. BaliQuad (using ATV’s

VILLA DIANA BALI – luxurious and exclusive place, good value for money. 3

/ quad bikes) and BaliBuggy (using off-road cars) are located in different

villas with 3 bed rooms each, private swimming pool and garage, kitchenete,

locations which offer different tracks. A special “2-in-1 adventure” can be

shower and bath tub, hot/cold running water. Jl. Kresna, Ulun Tanjung, Legian,

arranged, combining both off-road tours in one great adventurous day.

Kuta. Tel: 754-038, 744-1282, 745-1600; Fax: 751-510

BaliQuad, Jl. Wirasatya VI No.9X, Suwung Kangin, Denpasar, Tel: 720-766;

E-mail: info@dianagrouphotel.com; www.dianagrouphotel.com

Fax: 727-956 www.baliquad.com; www.balibuggy.com

ACTION & ATTRACTION

INTERNATIONAL NEWSPAPERS BALI ORCHID GARDEN – Enjoy the

NEWSPAPER DIRECT – Bali widest range of daily newspapers from

beauty of walking among hundreds of

anywhere of the world. Chose from 1012 titles of 79 countries, daily, weekly or

beautiful and rare orchids, Heliconia,

as you like it. This service delivers you the complete edition of your preferred

Ginger and other interesting plants. A

hometown newspaper on the same day of publication to your hotel or

peaceful, natural and safe haven close

residence on Bali. Contact your hotel or villa reception or call or email them for

to the city. Enjoy a drink and find unique

the selection and pricelist 0361 769414 /

souvenirs. Tel: 466-010, Fax: 466-011;

info@newspaperdirect-bali.com

www.baliorchidgardens.com; E-mail: info@baliorchidgarden.biz.

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

www.adventureindonesia.com

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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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