Bali & Beyond Magazine - June 2010 edition

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

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Arts ACCOLADE THIS YEAR’S MONTH-LONG FESTIVAL OF ARTS AND CULTURE CONTINUES TO SHOWCASE THE WEALTH OF THE ISLAND IN ITS 32ND YEAR

DOWN BY THE SEA A GLIMPSE AT THE COASTAL CULTURE OF THE ISLAND; THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE SEA IN THE LIFE OF THE BALINESE

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teamtalk 06.10 HEY JUNE… ‘Om Swastiastu...’

Welcome to the archipelago, welcome to Bali and to our June 2010 edition!

And here we are in the middle of 2010, a period which is generally when school holidays start to come around, and so begins the so-called high season.

Get ready to pack your bags and do some bookings...

We have prepared this edition with interesting articles that we hope will accompany you during your stay here on the island, as well as on your adventures throughout the archipelago.

In Craft & Culture we provide a glimpse of the coastal culture of the island, with the significance of the sea in the life of the Balinese. Bali is not only about rice terraces, temples, and eloquent dances but it is an island with a coastline full of life; beaches, fisherman, and salt farmers. The exquisiteness of Bali’s stretches of sand and its traditional societies span from east to west and north to south.

For those who are in Bali during this month and through July, you are in for a real treat. Denpasar’s Arts Centre will play focus to a festival that displays the diverse and original arts and culture that help make Bali the renowned island that it is.

The Island’s 32nd annual month-long grand festivity of the arts, the Bali Arts Festival, has been announced for June 12 to July 10 this year. As usual the colorful event will be presenting various local Balinese cultural highlights and several cultural presentations from neighboring islands as well as from foreign countries. Check it out in this month’s Action & Attractions.

In Invite & Indulge, enjoy the beauty of the Myanmar lotus extract combined with advanced German research and technology, which results in a most attractive body treatment at the Laguna Spa.

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Through Pondering Point we discuss the ‘top destination’ designation that has recently been given to Ubud, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, and Jimbaran. This honor has upped the pride of Bali but also brought a slight hint of shame at the same time – pride for an achievement and shame for not being able to reach the highest level. Rest assured though, whatever the poll results show it cannot be considered the overall world’s opinion on one destination. Just a mere hint for introspective measures on improvement.

In this month’s Profile & Portraits we meet up with I Gusti Ngurah Kanca, a chef who started his career over three decades ago and now holds a position as Executive Chef at the Melia Bali in Nusa Dua. Kanca has been fond of cooking since his childhood days, and now frequently visits the Bali Museum and reads from the collection of ancient lontar manuscripts that involve the subject of gastronomy. Read about his philosophy on food and life.

And in Beyond Bali our contributor shares with you her tour to Central Java.

As the second most popular tourist destination after Bali, Yogyakarta has its own unique atmosphere. The ancient Javanese cultural value is not just in the past, but it is a living memory that is still practiced in the present life of the people. Forget for a moment the busy city center of Yogyakarta with all its clamor, and travel out to its villages.

In Capital Corner our Jakarta-based contributor stumbles upon a neat eat out, where she first meant to search for a bulky German dictionary. But it eventually led her to an afternoon of joyful sips and snacks in a corner of the Gramedia bookshop at the Grand Indonesia Mall.

Well, she was certainly satisfied with a good read and a bite.

contributors

Hary Subastian is MRA Media’s senior photographer and his portfolio spans Indonesia’s high-end fashion and lifestyle magazines.

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

Inggit Angela enjoyed her days as intern at Bali & Beyond some years back, and now she continues to supply us with her adventures from beyond Bali.

And in the end it’s always your turn to have a go so...

Enjoy this edition, enjoy the island and Indonesia itself, with all it has to offer!

And keep safe!

‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

Hindrawan has extensive experiences in television and photography. He supplies us with this edition’s shots from Yogyakarta’s environs.

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Our Jakarta-based contributor stumbles upon a neat eat out, when the search for a bulky dictionary led her to joyful reads, sips n’ snacks.

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CRAFT&CULTURE DOWN BY THE SEA The coastal culture of the island, the significance of the sea in Balinese life; the island's stretches of sand and coastal communities abound.

26 INVITE&INDULGE TOUCH OF EAST MEETS WEST Lotus extract combined with advanced German technology results in an attractive spa treatment.

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

A BALI ‘FOOD’ PHILOSOPHY

COVER Decorative Dishes n' Display Photo by Nyoman Ari Gunadi Location Phoenix Hotel, Yogyakarta

The Executive Chef at the Melia Bali in Nusa Dua shares a tale of his passion in cooking, as well as his philosophy on food and life.

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‘BEST’ DESTINATION Awards and honors may up the pride of Bali but can also bring slight shame – pride for an achievement, and shame for not being able to reach the highest level.

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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.

40 ACTION&ATTRACTIONS ANNUAL ARTS ACCOLADE Those who are in Bali during this month and through July are in for a treat, as the Annual Bali Arts Festival will display the diverse and original arts and culture that help make Bali the renowned island that it is.

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The Javanese cultural value of Yogyakarta is a living memory still practiced in the present life of the people.

Travel out of the busy city to discover its rural villages.

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.

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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WARM WELCOME The Bulgari Resort, Bali welcomes its newly appointed General Manager Mr. Alejandro Helbling. The Buenos Aires, Argentinian born hotelier started off his career in 1989 in Boston at The Lafayette Hotel before moving on to become Director of Catering at the Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, then Assistant Director of Food and Beverage at the Grand Hyatt Jakarta, and on to Food and Beverage Director at the Hyatt Regency Manila in the Philippines. In 2002 he joined as Hotel Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, then moved to The Ritz-Carlton, Montreal in Canada as General Manager, during which time the hotel was ranked as one of Montreal’s leading hotels by CondÊ Nast Traveller and Travel + Leisure. From March 2006 to January 2010 he was General Manager of the luxury Hotel Villa Padierna in Marbella, Spain.

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, Bali, Jalan Goa Lempeh, Banjar Dinas Kangin, Uluwatu, (0361) 847-1000; www.bulgarihotels.com

DINE AT THE BAY Wawasan Seafood Restaurant, formerly the Jimbaran Seafood Restaurant, introduces its enhanced dining options after a series of transformations and refurbishment in September last year. A relaxing atmosphere and calming ambiance is created by white-washed timber furnishings and rustic tile flooring. The restaurant is open for brunch and dinner, with beachside chairs in which to relax and sunbathe with a cool cocktail, fresh juice or cold beer supplied from a fully stocked bar. It claims to be the only restaurant in the area to offer fresh smoked fish. Russian cuisine is also a specialty, and special arrangements can be tailored for memorable moments. Free pick-up service from the Jimbaran and Nusa Dua area is available. Wawasan Cafe, Jalan Four Seasons, Muaya Beach, Jimbaran, (0361) 703-580

NOW ABOARD The Bali Dynasty Resort has recently announced the appointment of its new Director of Sales & Marketing. Nicoline Dolman, a Dutch national, who effectively took on this role last month. Ms. Dolman has worked in Bali in a variety of similar positions over a span of eight years in the industry.

Bali Dynasty Resort, Jalan Kartika, South Kuta, (0361) 752-403 www.balidynasty.com

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EVENTFUL, FOR EVENTS InterContinental Bali Resort recently announced the appointment of Nyoman Winatha as its Director of Conference & Events. A local talent, Winatha is a Hospitality graduate and has risen through the ranks at the InterContinental Bali Resort over the last 17 years to achieve his well-deserved position in senior management. In 2006 Winatha achieved the position of Director of Food & Beverage Services at the Resort. Winatha will head a dedicated team responsible for the planning and execution of some of the most defining events ever to be hosted at the resort and on the island.

InterContinental Bali Resort, Jalan Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran, (0361) 701-888; www.interconti.com

LISTED, SELECTED Expedia travelers have ranked The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali among the world’s best hotels on this year’s Expedia Insiders’ Select list. The list formally recognizes individual hotels worldwide. The full list represents only a small percentage of the world’s top hotels from the more than 110,000 hotel properties offered on Expedia. The 2010 Expedia Insiders’ Select list is compiled based on the more than one million Traveler Opinions hotel reviews collected by Expedia, combined with a value rating and the local market expertise of more than 400 Expedia employees in local markets worldwide, resulting in an easy-tobrowse list that provides travelers with a powerful way to find the perfect hotel using the trusted insight of other travelers like themselves. For more information, visit www.expedia.com/insidersselect

YET ANOTHER...

Aston International continues to grow its hip two star favehotel group of hotels with the announcement of a second favehotel for Bali - the favehotel Seminyak. The new hotel has been under development for almost a year now and is scheduled to open this year. The favehotel Seminyak will feature 123 guest rooms, several meeting facilities, a cafe and a swimming pool, and was conceptualized to offer young and budget oriented travelers an attractive value proposition in an otherwise high cost area of Bali.

Their first, the favehotel Denpasar, opened last year on Jalan Teuku Umar. www.aston-international.com

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GREEN N’ GREENER Nikko Bali Resort & Spa announced its pledge to “go green” by minimizing waste, preserving energy, and via other related activities. It had started the campaign a couple of years ago by advising guests to minimize the changing of linens and towels during their stay; with the installation of an auto switch that switches off the air conditioning in the room whenever the balcony door is open, and informing children at the resort’s Jungle Camp of how important it is to save the environment. With the assistance of international consultant company TÜVRheinland® (www.tuv.com), the resort has undergone evaluations of all existing actions already in place and identified problem points to determine further actions. The hotel aims to achieve the international Green Hotel standard.

Nikko Bali Resort and Spa, (0361) 773-377

FOR FAMILY N’ FUN Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa, a luxurious yet family friendly resort, has recently added The Family Residence, a two-storey villa with three spacious bedrooms, separate dining room and living area.

The villa is furnished Balinese style, replete with amenities including a widescreen TV, mini bar and a fully equipped kitchen. The whole family will love the breezy balcony with its invigorating view overlooking lush tropical gardens. Providing a real home within a five-star resort complex is part of the hotel’s effort to ensure that children have lots of fun and enjoyment as well as the parents on the family vacation.

Visit www.nusaduahotel.com for further information about the hotel facilities and amenities.

LET IT ROCK! Hard Rock Cafe Bali is upgrading to a better exterior look and will launch in July. The new look will feature a new balcony lounge facing Kuta Beach for a more comfortable, stylish, and cool setting. This month it will celebrate the day the Hard Rock was born with its worldwide 39th anniversary “Founders Day” on June 14. This is 39 years after the very first Hard Rock Cafe was opened in London in 1971 by Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton. The Hard Rock Cafe Bali will have special promotions and discounts on food, beverages, and merchandise.

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GRABBED THREE PRIZES 33-year old Pepen Hendrik defeated his opponent Dedi Santoso on May 13 in the 30-minute final of the Rusty Rumble in Da Jungle 6-star Coca-Cola ISC Tour event at Rangkan Beach with an incredible display of committed and aggressive surfing in perfect 5-6 foot waves. Hendrik now sits atop the 2010 Men’s Pro Division rankings after two tour events. Hendrik not only claimed the contest win and its paycheck of Rp 12. 5 million, but also nabbed the Coca-Cola Best Wave Award (Rp 1 million), and the Sabre Best Barrel Award (Rp 2 million), netting him a combined payday of Rp 15.5 million (USD 1,700) for the event.

In addition, Hendrik has the distinction of gaining the highest combined wave score of the event (17.5), as well as highest single wave score of the event, a near perfect 9.5 out of a possible 10, all in the final 30 minute heat. www.isctour.com

HOLIDAYS SPECIAL Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali has created a special school holiday package valid from June 15 to July 15, that includes breakfast for two. There is also a “Kids Eat for Free” program for kids 12 years and younger, a free scoop of ice cream each for a maximum of 2 kids, a 25% discount on all spa treatments and a 25% discount on internet access, with free usage of the gym and airport transfers. As well as all of this, if guests book any of the suites including the Grand Ocean rooms, a complimentary Rascals kids club admission is offered together with a cool backpack each for up to 2 kids.

Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali, Jalan Wana Segara 33, Tuban, (0361) 755-577; www.bali.holidayinn.com

THIRD EDITION Now back in its third edition by Editions Didier Millet, the modern classic Indonesian travel saga “Ring of Fire – an Indonesian Odyssey” by Lawrence and Lorne Blair is back on book shelves at all leading bookstores.

Based on the Emmy award-winning documentary series of the same name, Ring of Fire is a first-person account of the adventures of two English brothers as they explore the astonishingly rich cultures of the Indonesian islands. This fascinating odyssey began in 1972 with a 2,500mile voyage through the fabled Spice Islands in search of the Greater Bird of Paradise. A decade of further exploration followed, during which the authors lived among the Asmat cannibals of Papua and the healers of Bali, and encountered man-eating dragons in Komodo and the elusive “dream wanderers” of Borneo. With extraordinary courage, humour and passion for the unknown, the Blairs draw us into a magical land where ancient myths still flourish. Amid impenetrable rain forests, erupting volcanoes and startling natural beauty, the brothers have captured on film and in words the story of one of the most captivating and intriguing explorations ever made. A faithful reprinting of the first and second editions, published in 1988 and 1991, the 3rd edition includes an introduction by Lawrence Blair reflecting on his four decade love-affair with the Indonesian archipelago.

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Family Suite, and Seventh Heaven Room - were added.

This is part of a multi-million dollar project that began in 2006

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toiletries, daily complimentary chocolate pralines, signature gift

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set and privileged entry to Nikko Club Lounge.

Patrons at this trendy dining venue enjoy scenic views of the Indian

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DOWN BY

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ali is not only about

forces. Therefore the sea and the beaches

body has head and feet, up and down.

rice terraces, temples,

were less favorable destinations among the

A river has upstream and downstream,

and eloquent dances

primordial Balinese.

landscapes with mountains and the sea.

but it is an island with a

The majority of them were agrarian

To the mountains is designated as kaja

coastline full of life; the

societies that tended the fields and the

where the gods live, while to the sea or

beaches alone, along

farmlands. Traveling was not a significant

kelod is where the evil spirits reside.

with the fishermen, and salt farmers. The

part of their agenda, partly due to the

The mountains are considered sacred

exquisiteness of Bali’s stretches of sand

intensity of their daily routines and the

as referred to by the tale of Mahabharata,

and its traditional societies span from east

rituals that were embedded in their day-to-

an epic from India where the Pandavas,

to west and north to south.

day lives.

protagonists of the tale, in the end journeyed

Once there was the belief that the

The Balinese believe in the concept of

sea was the dwelling place of malevolent

rwa bhineda, two contrasts yet as one. The

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to the Himalayas, the abode of the gods.

The seas are ruled by the god Baruna.

Baruna is believed to be the deity over

to part the bond between the spirit and its

They ask for god Baruna’s blessings for

the laws of nature, what is absolute and

past worldly attributes, ensuring that its

the riddance of pestilence and hindrance

universal, just as is cause and effect. At

journey towards the divine is easy.

from outbreaks.

times this seems terrifying. Humans will never win over the forces of nature.

The Melasti ceremonies that take place

Although often represented as a terrible

several days before the annual Nyepi

locality, you can find many temples on the

The sea is also believed to be a

holidays or Saka New Year is purposed at

coasts of Bali. In general the temples were

destroyer, a neutralizer of forces, and a

purifying the icons and precious heirlooms

built to honor the god Baruna as the ruler

purifier at the same time. Several significant

kept in the temples.

of the seas, such as the iconic Tanah Lot

rituals involve an obligatory journey to

Also in the agricultural Nangluk Merana

sea temple in Tabanan.

the sea. Bali has its ngaben cremation

ceremonies one of the processions

ceremonies, where a part of it involves the

includes a pilgrimage to the sea to rid and

that were built to worship other gods, such

Yet there are also other coastal temples

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A glimpse at the coastal culture of the island; the significance of the sea in the life of the Balinese.

PHOTO BY HARY SUBASTIAN

As tourism has grown, fishermen in Lovina have gained additional income by guiding and escorting tourists to watch dolphins breaching the surface of the sea and jumping in groups at daybreak.

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of the agricultural goddess Dewi Sri. With a departure from the sea related

those in the uplands choose to grow commodities such as coffee and cloves.

mythologies of Bali, there are indeed

The coastal societies go out to sea or

Balinese societies whose livelihoods are in

manage fish farms and earthen dams.

close relationship to the sea.

The northern coasts of Bali were

As tourism has grown, fishermen in Lovina have gained additional income by

perhaps the first stretches of sand to

guiding and escorting tourists to watch

receive early civilizations. The north Bali

dolphins breaching the surface of the

coastal societies have interacted with

sea and jumping in groups at daybreak.

the outside world since 2,000 years ago,

These attractions have become a tourism

through trade and seafaring. Nowadays

trademark of Lovina.

you can still see fishermen in the Buleleng

Through gradual development, the

regency who are still faithful to their

coastal societies of northwestern Bali

livelihood, catching fish at sea.

began seaweed farming. The results

A large majority of them depend on sea harvests. The terrestrial contours of North Bali; hilly and mostly arid, makes

were rewarding. They could cultivate and manage the carrageenan harvests feasibly.

Seaweed is also part of the livelihood

rice farming rather a scarce scene. Those

of southern Bali at places like Nusa Dua,

in the lower lands cultivate fields, while

Serangan Island, and the trio islets of Nusa

tourism sector. Hotels now dot the karst

These coastal societies install pickets

edges of the islet and marine tourism has

in the bays to open spaces for seaweed

bloomed, absorbing local staff that knew

farming. The coastal communities in

their neighborhood surroundings the best.

It seems that in this ‘globalised’ age

harvest the Eucema cottonii and spinosum

there is not a single area untouched by

varieties. They sell their produce to

foreign influence – tourism in this case.

merchants who later export them. These

Many patterns have changed following

types of seaweed are usually made into

this influence. Several of the younger

food products and cosmetics. This makes

generations have left their heritage

up one of Bali’s exported commodities.

livelihoods that have been passed down

Parents plant the seaweed on lines and

from generations past. They have taken

at harvest time the children help to gather

up new ‘professions’ that even their great-

them. Nowadays, the rapid development

great grandfathers knew nothing about.

of tourism has them busy, not only in

Surfing is a sport taken up by many

harvesting their seaweed. The waves at

kids in the south. History recalls that the

Geger, Sawangan and Serangan are great

first foreigner to bring surfing to Bali did

for surfing, so many surfers go there to ride

so in the 1930s. The first surf contest was

the waves; the same scene goes for the

held in Uluwatu in the 1970s, and not long

three islets.

after surfing became a trend and is until

At Lembongan, the coastal

now. Surf clothing and sporting brands

communities are still involved in seaweed

flourished, many schools have opened

farming, but the children surf and the

offering surf lessons, and board rentals line

English-fluent have taken up work in the

the beach.

Dolphins breach in Lovina (opposite page); Salt farmers on the coasts of Amed and Kusamba are iconic; a livelihood still embraced by the traditional communities.

PHOTO BY DJUNA IVEREIGH

Nusa Dua, Geger and Sawangan beach

PHOTO BY DJUNA IVEREIGH

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Several of the younger generation have left their heritage livelihoods that have been passed down from generations past.

Surfing was first focused on several points, Sanur, the Bukit’s Uluwatu,

adventure enthusiasts.

What has seemingly remained

PHOTOS BY VINCENT HERRY

Back then it was considered that coastal life and fishing were of the impoverished. But in reality, the villages of Kedonganan and Jimbaran are known for their lively fish markets. and benefit from tourism.

The island’s coastal potential abounds.

Jimbaran, Kuta and up to Seminyak. Now

unchanged is the life of the salt farmers on

Back then it was considered that coastal

there is an expansion eastward to Keramas

the coasts of Amed and Kusamba. This

life and fishing were of the impoverished.

beach in Gianyar and westward to the

form of livelihood is still embraced by the

But in reality, the villages of Kedonganan

Balian and Medewi beaches in Jembrana.

traditional communities.

and Jimbaran are known for their fresh

On the eastern coasts, up in

Yet lately their fields have narrowed

fish markets and auctions. Rows of cafes

Karangasem for example, tourism has

by the looming development of tourism

stand along the strip. The local fishermen

brought a different development. The

facilities around them.

know well that the locals and international

waves aren’t really fit for surfing, yet the

Their salt farming living has gone

guests alike enjoy their catch.

underwater realms are wonderlands to

through a shortage in manpower as

enjoy through diving and snorkeling.

the younger generations have shifted

concept embraced by the Balinese, that

orientation to the tourism sector and

there are always two sides of the issue.

One of the most famous diving spots

This brings us back to the rwa bhineda

is in Tulamben, where the USA ship

urban life. An interesting idea would

the Liberty went down after receiving a

be to make salt farming a tourist

and negative. The sea can be a malevolent

Japanese torpedo hit during WWI. Divers

attraction, introducing tourists to how

force and the dwelling of the bad spirits,

frequently visit this spot; the small village

salt is traditionally harvested. If this was

yet it is at sea where purifications are held.

has now become a tourist destination.

implemented then both sides would

The sea can rage with fury at times and

benefit. The farmers would no longer

cause destruction, yet it is also a source of

hotels lined up offering budget

become victims of the surrounding

food and a place to make a living. ■

accommodation choices for underwater

development, but also become part of it

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

COURTESY PHOTO

Executive Chef of the Melia Bali in Nusa Dua shares a tale of his passion in cooking, as well as his philosophy on food and life.

A BALI ‘FOOD’ PHILOSOPHY

R

eligious and spiritual

of cooking since his childhood days, and

includes lawar. Lawar is a mix of

attributes are not only

now frequently visits the Bali Museum and

vegetables and meat with various spices

bound to the temples

reads from the collection of ancient lontar

presented with or without blood. The

that stand at each village

manuscripts that involve the subject of

lawar mix is usually red after it is blended

corner in Bali but also in

gastronomy.

with blood. Back in the older times, raw

the food. There is not a

If you had the chance and spent

pig’s blood was used, but now with the

single thing in Bail that is separable from

some time living with a Balinese family,

development of time and knowledge about

the acts of devotion.

every morning you would observe the act

health, the blood is boiled before it is used.

of offering a morning contribution after

The term ‘lawar’ itself is of old Javanese

life sustenance but it is also an offering.

cooking in the form of banten saiban,

origin, meaning ‘raw’.

Because basically, the Balinese indulge in

which consists of the staple food of rice,

food that is ‘offered’ in some sort of ritual

salt, and minute portions of whatever else

raw blood, as the red color of the meal

before it is consumed. This aspect was

the meal is comprised of.

symbolizes energy and strength. The

To the Balinese, food is not only for

expressed by I Gusti Ngurah Kanca. He is

The purpose is to express gratitude

a chef who started his career in the kitchen

over the sustenance for the day. After the

over three decades ago, and now holds

banten saiban is offered, only then the

the position of Executive Chef at the Melia

family enjoys the meal.

Bali in Nusa Dua. Kanca has been fond

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Typical traditional Balinese food

However, some of the people still use

Balinese ingest blood as the Japanese eat sashimi.

Bad constituents can be neutralized by spices that are mixed within the lawar.

According to the ancient Lontar Dharma

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white; to the south is Brahma, with the

career there. Kanca has worked at the

color red.

Melia Bali up until now.

So food preparation among the

I Gusti Ngurah Kanca, Executive Chef at the Melia Bali in Nusa Dua.

and his career rocketed. Although holding

only functions to appease the appetite

the highest position in the kitchen over

but also as a part of their devotion or

all the F&B outlets at the Melia, he still

yadnya. “Because it usually deals with

feels that there is much more to learn. He

communal feasts for many, and works with

confesses to working well over 8 hours

various heavy utensils and many chopped

each day at the hotel. Knowledge is ever

ingredients, food preparation in Bali is

changing. There are many new things to be

usually a male task,” stated I Gusti Ngurah

known and learned.

Kanca. A reality that differs from the

Reading is another of his hobbies. He

general Indonesian stereotype that cooking

likes to read and analyze, not acceding

is a female duty.

to everything presented as fact but also

Kanca was born in the village of Sidemen in the regency of Karangasem,

Little Kanca, like many kids his age, didn’t like school.

But he eventually pursued education in the subject... that was his hobby.

His seasoned skills started to show off

Balinese is an important thing and not

finding out how they came to be.

It is interesting to know that there is

a village renowned for its Balinese variety

one who knows a lot about Balinese life

of salak fruit. Fond of cooking since early

philosophies. So far those that deal with

boyhood, the ‘cooking for the family’

the subject are only limited to spiritual

responsibility thus fell into his hands. His

figures and scholars. The majority of

mother passed away when he was still in

the Balinese society used to have a low

grade 4 of elementary school.

interest in reading, not many having the

Little Kanca, like many kids his age, didn’t like school. Perhaps the discipline of the classroom made him feel restricted,

interest in libraries moreover reading lontar manuscripts.

Kanca deeply regrets the political riots

so he eventually drifted down to Denpasar.

that occurred in Bali in 2001 that saw

Arriving in Sanur, he by chance met with

the burning of several important public

Ida Bagus Cetana Putra, the owner of

facilities, one of them being the Badung

the Santrian Hotel. It was this man that

regent’s office building. Several collections

made Kanca willing to continue with his

of lontar happened to be archived there

Caruban manuscript, spices used in

schooling. This time he decided that he

and went up in flames. It was possible

Balinese cooking are collectively called

would dig deeper into his hobby and

that the above-mentioned Lontar Dharma

basa genep or complete spices. Several

continue college at the BPLP, a hospitality

Caruban saw its destruction there.

important components are ginger, greater

training institute in Nusa Dua that is now

galangal, lesser galangal, turmeric, and

known by the initials STP.

garlic, which are all also often used in

Starting in 1973, Kanca worked at the

Regrettably, lontar weren’t produced massively, so if there were no efforts made in copying them, a loss of one

traditional medicine. So intentionally or not,

Griya Santrian Hotel as a kitchen steward.

single manuscript meant a loss of the

they also consume the ‘medicine’ as they

After that he worked at the Bali Hai, the

whole collection of recorded information

enjoy their meal.

Bali Beach and then at the Champlung

contained in them. Yet today’s

Mas Hotel in Kuta, where he held the

technologies have made possible mass

position of Kitchen Trainer.

distribution.

Lawar without blood is aptly called lawar putih or white lawar. Red and white lawar have different functions. In rituals, the

When the Bali Tourism Development

He longs for a good book about

white lawar is placed as an offering to the

Corporation area in Nusa Dua was

Balinese gastronomy to be published. Bali

east, while red to the south. This is closely

opened, so did the Melia, establishing

indeed does not have many varieties of

related to the philosophy regarding the

its first hotel in Indonesia there. A friend

foods. Yet it remains that knowledge of

directions of the gods. In Hinduism, this

who had already gotten a job there

any subject is important to be handed over

relates to the 9 points of bearing with each

offered Kanca to move in with him. His

to those who are interested in exploring,

a god having a different color and meaning.

experiences in several establishments prior

especially the younger generations. ■

The god of the east is Iswara, of the color

became his pass to start his star hotel

Text and photo by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

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PONDERINGPOINT

‘BEST’ Destination In the preceding month, TripAdvisor.com, a free travel guide and research website that assists customers in gathering travel information, posts opinions on travel related issues, and engages in interactive travel forums, announced the winners of their Travelers’ Choice Destinations Awards 2010.

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bud, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, and Jimbaran have all been given a ‘top destination’ designation. This honor has upped the pride of Bali but also brought a slight hint of shame at the same time – pride for an achievement, and shame for not being able

to reach the highest level.

Last month, TripAdvisor.com, a free travel guide and

research website that assists customers in gathering travel information, posts opinions on travel related issues, and engages in interactive travel forums, announced the winners of their Travelers’ Choice Destinations Awards 2010. This community is widely acknowledged by the public, especially among travelers. They have encouraged the travelers to provide comments about their experiences at various destinations, concerning such as the highs of the attractiveness of the area and even down to its lows points.

Ratings are categorized as ‘The Best in the World’, or the ‘Best on Each Continent’. Awards range from ‘Top Destinations’, ‘Best for Families’, ‘Romance’, ‘Beach & Sun’, ‘Culture & Sightseeing’, ‘Food & Wine’, ‘Nightlife’, ‘Outdoor & Adventure’, ‘Relaxation & Spa’, and ‘Top Emerging Destinations’.

TripAdvisor admits that millions of travelers contribute to inspiring and identifying the destinations that they consider remarkable. Out came Monte Carlo as the Best Destination in the World and in Asia it was Japan.

What about Bali? Four places in Bali were also chosen, although in more specific categories and not all came out in first place.

Ubud achieved a score in the ‘Top 10 Romance Destinations’ as the no. 5 in Asia, the best in the ‘Top 10 Relaxation & Spa Destinations in Asia’, and no. 6 in the ‘Top 10 Culture & Sightseeing Destinations in Asia’.

If only its screening schedule came earlier, with Julia Roberts in the film adaptation of Eat, Pray, Love it might have kicked Ubud up to first place… that is if the film did good justice to the book as well as the destinations it portrayed, with Bali being one of them. Yet even without that, visitors still chose Ubud. Ubud has long “seemed” to be for artists and honeymooners. The traditional and religious attributes are still palpable, innate views of rice terraces with arts and crafts in the foreground provide its distinctive nuance.

Though these nuances gradually diminish or evolve, many still do find their ‘imagined Bali’ in the corners of Ubud.

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PHOTO BY VINCENT HERRY

Jimbaran provides a different nuance. It offers a beautiful stretch of sand for those who wish to relax, and the same time offers thrills for wave riders.

Some of the Jimbaran local communities still stick to their traditional livelihood. Jimbaran now has reached no. 2 on the ‘Top Four places in Bali were also chosen, although in more specific categories and not all came out in first place.

10 Romance Destinations in Asia’.

Again it is an achievement for the island. Each year TripAdvisor and other international publishers such as Conde Nast carry out polls such as these. Bali has nearly always landed a nomination in

that there are so many spas in Ubud, with it leading up to it being

these lists. Several months ago we recall how Ubud was endowed

chosen as the best spa destination.

with the ‘Best Town in Asia’ title.

If Ubud is so green, placid and cool, then Seminyak is its

Yet the pride still leaves behind some burning questions. Why

counterpart. Besides the coastline and being a warmer place in

has Bali not been chosen as the best destination in the world or at

the south, it is also known as an area for nightlife goers with all the

least in Asia? Taking into account that its tourism image has been

traits that go with it. Various types of visitors lead to catering the

developing since before the 20th century! Then what about Kuta,

various types of services.

the most hyped and unique bit of coastline that Bali has? It has not

With this variety, Seminyak can be treated as a shopping and

even been vaguely mentioned in one single category. The answers

culinary haven. Rows of boutiques, restaurants and spas add

to these interesting questions are in the hands of the Balinese

to the colorfulness. Seminyak was chosen as no. 3 in the ‘Top

society themselves, especially the local government, who have

10 Food & Wine Destinations in Asia’, and no. 5 in the ‘Top 10

strategic role in the future development of tourism.

Relaxation & Spa Destinations in Asia’.

Southward, we reach Nusa Dua. This area which 30 years

It must be taken into consideration that Bali is not only an exotic island that is close to nature, but also one where the people

ago was a stretch of barren land, has now obtained the tenth

also preserve the heritage of their ancestors and have their own

position in the ‘Top 10 Relaxation & Spa Destinations in Asia’, with

special qualities. It might just be possible then that not all of their

its current day complex of international chain hotels and luxury

qualities have been brought to the surface. When the time comes

facilities. An achievement it is, luring jet set guests to enjoy the

that Bali has no more potential to develop, they may come up with

slanting beaches of the Nusa Dua coast, where they can relax in a

their so far ‘hidden’ treasures.

natural area with the beach and the twin islets.

One rising area is Jimbaran. Covering a karst region, the

One reassuring thing is, that whatever the big the polling results are, it cannot be considered the overall world’s opinion on one

area can be said to be the last to be experiencing the heights of

destination. However it can be a considerable hint for introspective

tourism. Even up until now various developments in hospitality

measures, such as feedback on our efforts so far.■

services continue.

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati, photos by Nyoman Ari Gunadi

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

Arts

ANNUAL

ACCOLADE

T

he island’s 32nd annual month-long grand festivity of the arts, the Bali Arts Festival, has been announced for June 12 to July 10 this year, taking

on the theme Sudamala, literally “deep

Those in Bali during this month and through July are in for a treat, as The Annual Bali Arts Festival will display the diverse and original arts and culture.

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soul search”. As usual the colorful event will take place at the Taman Budaya Art Centre in Denpasar, presenting various local Balinese cultural highlights and several cultural presentations from neighboring islands as well as foreign countries.

several of the countries art groups had already communicated with the committee regarding their participation the following year. It showed that foreign art groups had a keen interest in becoming part of a colorful array of arts and a cultural showcase on the island. As this goes to press, it has been noted that many other art groups representing their countries will also express their participation this year. Sudhawa admitted that international participation in the arts festival throughout the years has fluctuated.

Last year saw 14 foreign art groups, in 2008 there were 18 , and in 2007 there were 12, including those from Japan, the US, Singapore, India, South Korea, Thailand, UK and Malaysia.

According to Sandhi, the 32nd

The festival will showcase 180 art

that seven countries had agreed to

festival will also see around 180 sekaa

presentations and involve around 15,000

participate in the 32nd Bali Arts Festival

(local art groups) from all over the island

artistic envoys from all of Bali’s eight

this year. These countries include Sweden,

participating. It was also reported that the

regencies and the city of Denpasar. The

Japan, United States, China, Singapore,

budget for this year’s festival was lower

attendance of artists from other islands

India and Canada.

than last year’s at Rp 3.8 billion. With this

in Indonesia and various countries would

reduced budget, Sandhi confirmed that

heighten the morale of the local artists

confirmed their participation; Japan will send

there was to be several highlights absent

and community, and increase public

three of its art groups to participate while

from this year’s agenda, which were still to

awareness and education of these island’s

the US will send two. The Head of Public

be announced.

wealth of arts.

In the first trimester it was announced

Of the seven countries that have

Relations for the Bali Provincial Cultural

The Head of Bali’s Provincial Cultural

Sub themes in this year’s festival

Government Office, Anak Agung Tenaya

Government Office, Ida Bagus Sudhawa,

include a procession carrying on ‘Bhuwana

Sandhi, explained some of the details after

in April announced that as last year’s

Kreti’ or universal purification; performing

an internal preparatory meeting in March.

31st Bali Arts Festival came to an end,

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The festival’s late initiator believed that Bali should have a way of promoting their extraordinary culture to the international community, in hopes of improving cultural tourism.

sincere offering, competitions and parades

Culture Ida Bagus Mantra, who was later

offerings of dance, music and beauty. The

of ‘Parasparo Upasraya’ competing in

to become the Governor of Bali (1978-

festival is thus a unique opportunity to see

togetherness, cultural talks with the sub

1988). He believed that Bali should have

local village culture both live and first hand.

theme of ‘Dharmatula Subhaprawretiti’

a way of promoting their extraordinary

or considering wisdom, and exhibitions

culture to the international community, and

month and through July, you are in for this

For those who are in Bali during this

carrying on the sub theme of ‘Silpa Hita

in hopes of improving tourism thus began

real treat. Denpasar’s Werdi Budaya Arts

Karana’ or source of blessings.

the Bali Arts Festival. It was around that

Centre will play focus to this festival that

time that the famous phrase, “Tourism for

displays the diverse and original arts and

ISLAND’S MONTH-LONG SHOWCASE

Bali, not Bali for Tourism,” was coined.

culture that help make Bali the renowned

The first Bali Arts Festival was formulated

still going strong. It is literally a time when

Prior to the festival itself, competitions

back in 1978 by former Director General of

all of Bali comes to the city to present its

are held in the many villages of the different

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And now, 32 years later, the festival is

island that it is.

regencies to see who the best performers

Indonesian Art Institute Denpasar in the

are and who will exemplify and present the

evening from 7.30 to 10 p.m. at the open

artistry of their region.

stage of the Denpasar Art Center’s Ardha

From there, the selected artists will travel to Denpasar where the Bali Arts

Candra.

The opening parade procession

Festival opens to the public. The common

involves all the different artists, each

yearly scene comprises an opening parade

walking with envoys of the region that they

that this year is scheduled to be held on

are representing, dressed in their regions

Saturday, June 12 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

vibrant traditional clothes. Following behind

along Jalan Surapati in Denpasar. Also, a

the dancers and musicians are the famous

colossal Balinese mime dance drama titled

and magnificent looking ogoh-ogoh,

“Anggada Duta” will be performed by the

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The festival is a unique opportunity to see the island’s local arts and culture both live and first hand.

The rest of the highlights commonly take place at various venues within the Art Center itself, as well as at the Arts Institute Denpasar’s grounds.

streets on Nyepi, Saka New Year Eve,

Art Center itself, as well as at the Arts

as well as giant traditional Balinese kites

Institute Denpasar’s grounds. Competitions

tailing behind.

include flower arranging, food and fashion,

least once in your lifetime, you will truly

traditional ensembles, classical dance and

be able to understand why there is so

with onlookers all excited about the start

craftworks, children’s traditional games,

much pride in the Balinese culture and

of the festival. One quick word of advice

youth poetry and singing. Check out the

why it is famous through the world; as in

though, if you would like a chance to view

old tradition highlights that are part of an

one month, the whole island showcases

all the artists and their beautiful traditional

effort to preserve endangered cultures

its best and with the participating regions

clothes it is highly recommended that you

such as gamelan varieities of Gambang,

of Indonesia also here, you’ll get a

arrive early. The streets and the sidewalks

Selonding, Saron, Genggong, Kembang

glimpse of what the whole archipelago

become absolutely filled with people,

Kirang, Gender Wayang, and Terompong

has to offer. For updated schedules,

peddlers and such.

Beruk, as well as the classical and

check out www.baliculturegov.com ■

The rest of the highlights commonly

sacred performing art pieces. These are

Text by Nyoman Ari Gunadi

take place at various venues within the

showcased alongside the contemporary

Photos by Donny Cahyadi

It is a very festive time on the street,

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pieces as well.

After seeing the Bali Arts Festival at

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BEYONDBALI

BATIKS, BLESSINGS AND BITES

A

s the second most popular tourist

flavors of peace, friendliness and tolerance.

After being devastated by a major

Tembi is a village based on tourism that offers a variation of holiday packages from homestay, batik and handicraft courses all the way to rice farming.

place for you to shop for handmade paraphernalia and also enjoy the peaceful

destination after Bali,

earthquake that registered 6.5 on the

Yogyakarta has its own

Richter scale on the May 27, 2006, Bantul

unique atmosphere.

has already gotten back on its feet. It

The ancient Javanese

has already been tidied up and is ready

WOODEN BATIK MOTIFS AT KAREBET ORCHARD

cultural value is not just in the past, but it is

to serve tourists again. Many kinds of

Karebet Orchard is a tourism village in

a living memory that is still practiced in the

handicrafts are now on sale, along with

Bantul that is well known for its wooden

present life of the people. However, let us

the local traditions that are served with

batik handicrafts. Pioneered in 1970 in the

forget for a moment the busy city center of

the friendly and peaceful nature of village

Sendangsari Village in the Pajangan sub

Yogyakarta with all of its clamor and travel

life. And if you like to explore spiritual

district, this center of batik handicrafts is

out to its villages!

virtues, variations of knowledge from

just a 15-minute drive from Yogyakarta

Bantul is small regency in the Special

and kind ambience of village life.

classic Javanese literature on to the local

City. It was named after the child name of

Region of Yogyakarta (Daerah Istimewa

practices of the Javanese way of life are

a famous King from Pajang in Yogyakarta,

Yogyakarta) that offers a vast and natural

waiting for you in Bantul.

Raden Mas Karebet, who was also

tourism destination away from the

And not just spiritual value, as Bantul

referred to by the name Sultan Adiwijaya,

crowded city life. In this area, not to far

offers you more value for your money as

away from the city center of Yogyakarta,

well, because the price for handicrafts

you can still taste the original sense of

are much cheaper than anywhere else

located on top of a hill, it is worth the

Javanese culture, which offers the thick

in Indonesia. In short, it is just the right

effort to visit this place. There is no public

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who ruled from year 1549 to 1582.

Although a bit hard to reach, as it is

transport so you must drive your own car,

classical motifs. And after Bantul you can

introducing modern design and expanding

rent a car, or get a taxi. The roads are

choose Kasongan as your next destination,

the market. Finally, large scale and

accessible by car, but if you like adventure

a place renowned for its pottery.

commercial industrialization followed after Sahid Keramik was built around 1980.

try bicycling or hiking to get fresh air and

KASONGAN: THE CERAMIC VILLAGE

Nowadays, tourists can find various

place is the woodcrafts, which are

Kasongan is a village located in Pedukuhan

order what they had in mind to be shaped

garnished with batik motives. Items

Kajen, Bangunjiwo, in the Kasihan sub

into ceramic designs.

such as klitik puppets, masks, congklak

district approximately 8 kilometers and

(traditional Javanese game boards), tissue

a 15-20 minute ride from Yogyakarta’s

warm welcome from the local villagers.

boxes, and the many other accessories

city center. The Kasongan Village is the

There are lots of exhibition rooms for you

look more interesting in these traditional

center of earthenware industry. Literally,

to browse for the many kinds of ceramic

motifs. Among them, the wooden

earthenware is ceramics made of clay.

handicrafts. Not only can you sightsee

enjoy the beautiful ravines along the way.

The most interesting aspect of this

puppet masks are the most distinctive.

The land in Kasongan is different from

designs and motifs of the ceramics; even

It is guaranteed that tourists will get a

and shop, you can also learn the process

These wooden puppets are decorated

most typical villages in Java, in that wet

of making this earthenware directly from

with almost all prominent classical batik

rice fields do not dominate the village

the craftsmen. The process begins with

designs such as parang barong, parang

landscape. Historically, local folklore

preparing the lump of clay, then shaping it

rusak, kawung, garuda, sidomukti, and

provides us with an explanation for this

using perbot, and sun drying the shape for

sidorahayu.

anomaly and that reason determined the

2-4 days. The dried shape is then burned

emergence of ceramic craftsmanship in

in the furnace before getting its finishing

own eyes the process of batik painting

the area. According to legend, Kasongan

touch with paint.

by the craftsmen in the many workshops

was inhabited mostly by farmers who

and art shops that line the slope of the

farmed the wet rice fields like in any other

are varied, from common porcelain or

hill along the main road. The process of

village. But then one day, during the time

pottery to frames, wall decorations,

painting on wood is very similar to batik

of the Dutch Colonial occupation, a dead

accessories and household furniture.

painting on fabric. It starts with designing

horse was found inside one of the rice

One popular handicraft is a statue of a

the batik pattern on the wood, the molani

fields. Presumably, that horse belonged

Javanese couple; a bride and a groom,

process. After that wax is applied to be

to a Dutch officer. The farmer who owned

known as Loro Blonyo. This statue

the paint deterrent that creates the batik

the land was terrified by the thought of

takes its cue from the statue of a bride

motif. As the finishing process, the nglorot

possible retaliation from the Dutch officer,

and groom in the Yogyakarta Palace.

process removes the layer of wax so that

so he decided to immediately disown his

In the Javanese language, Loro means

the batik motif can be seen clearly.

land. The nearby farmers also got scared,

two or couple, while Blonyo means the

While shopping, you can see with your

Handicraft products from earthenware

so together they released all the rights to

preparation process of a wedding before

wood batik-learning packages offered

their land. Only a few farmers dared to

the bride and groom meet each other.

by several of the workshops. You can

hold on to their land, leaving many farmers

There is the belief that the Loro Blonyo

learn the wood batik process in an instant

landless. These landless farmers were the

statue will bring good luck and help a

through the guidance of the professional

ones who pioneered the ceramic crafts,

married couple find eternal happiness, and

craftsmen. And, if you really want to

the idea coming after they took clay from

that’s the reason why this statue is a top

master the art of batik woodcraft, there are

their deserted land to make a ball. Then

seller in Kasongan.

even some homestay packages offered for

they got the idea to turn this clay into toys

the serious learners.

and kitchen utensils, something that finally

For interested visitors, there are many

As a holiday package, you can take a trip via the Great Mosque (Masjid Agung) up to the Wijilrejo Village in the Pandak

became their livelihood and was passed on

ENCHANTING NATURE TOURISM IN TEMBI

to their offspring.

Tembi Village is a village based on tourism

Modernization entered the area after

that offers a variation of holiday packages

sub district, a place distinguished for

Sapto Hudoyo (a famous artist from

from homestay, batik and handicraft

its Batik Bantul. Batik from this place is

Yogyakarta) came to Kasongan around

courses all the way to rice farming. It

unique for its color, the sogan (dark red)

1971-1972. He connected the modern

boasts the ubiquitous Javanese traditional

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A temple named the Jesus Sacred Heart Temple was completed in 1927. Its terrace is decorated with lotus flowers and the statue of Jesus in Javanese clothes. contemporary art galleries, painting exhibitions, and ‘go green’ handicrafts as its major attractions, bundled with local hospitality and a peaceful environment.

Located not far from the city center of Yogyakarta, just a 30-minute drive, it is the perfect place for you take a rest before going to Parangtritis (the most famous beach in Yogyakarta), as it is located just 8.5 kilometers from the beach.

The Tembi Village is also a great choice for spending the night and getting a sense of the peaceful ambience of village life.

The accommodation prices are just right too, from a thrifty package of around Rp. 180,000 per night to more expensive packages that offer luxurious Javanese nobility treatment. All covered in the clean and pleasant standard of a homestay.

Some of them offer complimentary

by their ancestors.

With its motto “The past is always recent”,

Traces of this ancient philosophy

the Tembi House of Culture places ancient

pick-up service back and forth to the

can still be found today in Javanese

culture and history as the foundation for its

airport or railway station, and some even

literature. In Tembi, you can study famous

present and future development.

offer a complete tour to all the tourism

literature such as the Serat centhini, also

destinations in Yogyakarta if you stay for

known as Suluk Tembanglaras or Suluk

OF SACRED HEART

four days straight in their homestay.

Tembangraras-Amongraga by the Tembi

After a physically tiring day of traveling

villagers. Nowadays, the local villagers still

around the villages described above, the

village, the first thing you will see is how

preserve this ancient literature through

Ganjuran Church is a great place where

the local villagers live side by side with

the Javanese singing art, or tembang. For

you can recharge your spiritual mind.

nature. The lush green environment is

those of you who want to understand the

dominated by rice fields, but with some

meaning of the songs, that are sung in the

Church is located in Ganjuran, around

strips of bamboo forest patching the

ancient Javanese language, translators are

20 kilometers south of Yogyakarta. The

landscape. Local farmers go to the rice

available.

beautiful scenery of the lush green rice

If you stay for a few days in the Tembi

fields, not in a hurry but with the slow

In 2007, as a product of a long effort

The Ganjuran Jesus Sacred Heart

fields and pine trees will welcome you

rhythm of nature, practicing the ancient

to preserve the culture and environment

upon entering the village where this church

philosophy of being at one with nature

of the Tembi Village, the Tembi House of

is located. Visiting this church, you will

as has been told to them for centuries

Culture was set up in a Tembi orchard.

learn the history of the church, as well as

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the acculturation process of the Catholic

Walking around the church you will

people with the local community that is

notice the influences of European, Hindu,

predominantly Muslim.

and Javanese architecture. European style

The complex of the Ganjuran church

is evident from the shape of the building

was built in 1924 under the initiative of two

forming a cross above the ground, while

Dutch siblings, Joseph Smutzer and Julius

a hint of Javanese can be seen from the

Smutzer. This church is one of the buildings

style of the roof that is supported by four

built by the siblings while they managed

teakwood pillars, yet at the same time is

the Gondang Lipura Sugar Factory in the

meant to symbolize the four gospels—

area in 1912, as thanks for God’s blessings

Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

upon them. Together they constructed 12

Other Javanese nuances are seen at

schools and one clinic, which later become

the altar, sancristi (where instruments for

the Panti Rapih Hospital.

mass celebration are kept), doopvont (water

This church was designed by Dutch

container for baptizing) and chatevummenen

architect J Yh van Oyen as one form of the

(the chamber for the Catholic teachers).

church social spirit (Rerum Navarum) that

The statues of Jesus and Mary carrying her

the two Dutch siblings had, namely the spirit

son are depicted in Javanese clothes. The

to love others, especially the surrounding

bas-relief characters at every stop of the

community who were mostly workers in the

Sanctification Path of Jesus are depicted

sugar factory. This sugar factory reached its

with hair buns typical of Hindu monks.

peak around 1918 -1930.

In its development, the church complex

Upon entering the temple, you can take the holy water from the left side of

was completed with the construction of

the temple. After, you can sit in front of the

a temple named the Jesus Sacred Heart

temple and pray in front of the Christ statue.

Temple in 1927. The temple’s terrace is

Some pilgrims take the holy water and put it

decorated with lotus flowers and the statue

in a bottle to take it home after they pray.

of Jesus in Javanese clothes. In addition

After completing the ritual celebration

to its use for the holy mass and pilgrimage,

or pilgrimage, take your time to talk with

the terrace is also used to place offerings,

local people and get to know the history

a ritual which has roots in ancient

of the Ganjuran village where the church is

Javanese beliefs.

located. In old Javanese history, Ganjuran

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MT. KALIURANG

KALIURANG FOREST

SAMIGALUH

TEMPEL

YOGYAKARTA

KALIBAWANG SLEMAN

GIRIMULYO

YOGYAKARTA PRAMBANAN GEDANG SARI

KULON PROGO

KOTA GEDE

MULYODAN

NGAWEN

PLERED WATES BANTUL REGENCY GUNUNG KIDUL PLAYEN

SRANDAKAN

WONOSARI

SEWON SAMAS

SELARONG CAPE

IMOGIRI SEMANU

PANGGANG

RONGKOP

INDONESIA was part of the Alas Mentaok territory

Kingdom, the reason for exiling Ki Ageng

TEMBI YUMMY FACT

named Lipuro. The place was used by

Mangir and Roro Pembayun, and so on.

In the Waroeng Dhahar (Pulo Segaran) of

Panembahan Senopati (the first king of

Just come and talk to the local people, and

the Tembi House of Culture, you can enjoy

Jogjakarta) as a place to meditate, and was

they will willingly entertain you with such

exotic and unique culinary delights. This

to become the center of Mataram kingdom.

interesting folklore.

restaurant offers many kinds of traditional

The change of the name to Ganjuran

If you are interested in buying

dishes, as well as strange and extreme

itself was related to the forbidden love of Ki

souvenirs, you will find many kiosks selling

Ageng Mangir (a Mataram dissident) and

them near the exit gate. Interestingly,

dishes, but with fine dining and good taste.

For instance, there is sup bajing (squirrel

Rara Pembayun (the youngest daughter of

the kiosks sell many different motifs of

soup), daging tupai goreng (fried squirrel

Panembahan Senopati) who were exiled by

souvenirs with Christian themes, some

meat), pepes tawes kali opak (freshwater

Mataram.

even written in the Arabic alphabet. One

fish from the Opak River that is wrapped in

The love story of these two people

of many proofs of the harmony between

a banana leaf and roasted), oseng emprit

later inspired the creation of the Javanese

different religions in Ganjuran and many

(stir-fried sparrow with chili peppers) and

song “Kala Ganjur”, which means the

other villages in Indonesia.

gulai angsa banyak (goose curry). Should

human basic binding line of living-together

After exploring the rich and beautiful

you be brave enough to taste them, you

based on love. It was from this song’s

environment of Bantul, what we find is

might actually find them yummy! ■

name that the village’s name Lipuro was

enchanting nature, peaceful villagers, and

Text by Inggit Angela

changed to Ganjuran. Local people know

the harmony of life and nature. This is just

Photos by Hindrawan

this folklore and others as well, such as the

the right place for you when you need to

reason behind the cancellation of Lipuro

recharge your drained-out soul and find

for becoming the center of the Mataram

peace.

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■ Tembi House of Culture www.tembi.org

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CAPITALCORNER

Our contributor stumbled upon a neat eat out, where she first meant to search for a bulky German dictionary but eventually had herself an afternoon of joyful sips and snacks.

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T

here are more than just books to devour at the Fab Cafe.

Who could’ve thought

the moment you walked in.

Curious and hungry, it took us just two seconds to glimpse those scribbled

even browsing the cyber world with the given Internet connection.

Brown tables and dark floors and

food descriptions on the blackboard

ceiling make a nice balance of the marriage

that the search for a bulky

hanging above the cashier desk before

between the chili-red chairs and orange

German dictionary would

we decided to eat there. A window seat

pumpkin chairs. A simple and modern

lead to an afternoon of joyful sips and

was instantly our choice. I mean, how can

lighting set of different shapes was hanging

snacks? Yes, that afternoon went quite

you not choose that if it spoils you with

nicely above. I felt cozy and chilled out

differently from what my workmate and I

the bonus of a view of Jakarta’s landmark

instantly. I looked at my “partner in crime”

had in mind for our lunch break. Springing

Hotel Indonesia roundabout? So there

in front of me, who was still busy reading

out of the office at a quarter after twelve,

we were. Bathed in the bright afternoon

the menu. Hmm, do we have to go back

we initially planned to just swing quickly

sun that was shining through the tall and

to office later? I guess we don’t have any

by the famous and gigantic Gramedia

huge windows, we could feel how airy

pressing deadlines and revisions on that

bookshop in Grand Indonesia, when our

and radiant the place was. A sense of

copy and layout of that silly ad of…

eyes accidentally caught the sign of the

tranquility filled the air. A kind of quietness

“Would you like to order a drink first?”

Fab Café. Located at the very corner of

that is perfect for those who are in the

The friendly voice of the waitress has

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A simple and modern lighting set of different shapes hang nicely above, providing an instant cozy and chilled out feel.

thoughts. I looked at my workmate, who just ordered her drink, the very adventurous choice of — a simple cup of warm black tea.

“Liver Cleanser for me, please.”

I know, it sounds too damn healthy doesn’t it? But guess what, it was actually “just” a light and refreshing mix of mango, kiwi, pineapple, mint and honey. Other drinks in their list of healthy juices include

munching on my turkey croissant. As for

runny. Another nice croissant sandwich

Raining Berries, Tropical Melon Smoothie,

my workmate, she was busy sipping her

you can choose is the salmon croissant.

Strawberry Colada, Citrus Shake, and NRG

tea and lifting spoons of pumpkin soup.

Served with a domino-layer of chips, it is a

Lassie. The latter one is a blend of papaya, strawberry, yoghurt and honey.

The generous portion of meat and the

luscious little bite with abundant vegetables

overflowing salad and cucumber pieces

and fresh salmon. It surely is satisfactory

I must say that the first thing that

sticking out from the croissant made you

on its own as an appetizer or even as a

impressed me about the Fab Café is the

wish you could have a bigger croissant in

main dish for your meal.

variety of dishes in their menu. From soup

order to accommodate it all. The dough

to salad, sandwich to sweets, pretzels

itself was soft yet crispy. The pumpkin

the chance to try out their other dishes that

to burgers, pies to pasta, you can spend

soup wasn’t bad either. It had such a

also involved this succulent fish. Served on

quite a bit of time changing your mind

lively orange color with a bit of white froth

a huge white square plate with a sprinkle

about your order until you are absolutely

bubbling on the surface. Filling half of an

of grated cheese and toasted garlic bread,

certain. (Or is it just me?)

average-sized bowl with some toasted

I was far from disappointed with their

bread on the side, it wasn’t too thick or too

fettuccini in creamy mushroom sauce with

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As a salmon buff, I didn’t want to miss

Over 1,000 workers are roaming around the old port every day, loading and unloading goods manually, without the help of any equipment. Because no cranes are used and the goods are carried in and out of boats by hand, it can take up to three weeks to unload a ship and load the new cargo.

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From soup to salad, sandwich to sweets, pretzels to burgers, pies to pasta, you can spend quite a bit of time changing your mind about your order until you are absolutely certain.

Tasmanian smoked salmon.

breads, brownies, cakes and pastries, the

mess though; especially at the moment

Fab Café certainly has a hot and sizzling

where you press the fork into the middle

definitely the quiche. There are many

oven. Common sweet treats like tiramisu,

part of the cake, leading to the apple filling

different kinds of quiche on the menu and I

chocolate cake, lemon cake, various

bursting out.

opted for the smoked salmon and broccoli

pastries and muffins are sitting beautifully

in butter crusted quiche. Served with a tiny

in the glass display by the cashier to tempt

imagined. It’s time to devour. ■

creamy romaine salad, the quiche blew me

you right as you walk in. Believe me, it

Text and photos by Kathy Petite

away with its smooth, moist texture and

would be no surprise if you had already

golden-brown crispy crust on the edge.

decided your dessert even before thinking

Not having high expectations for

about the main dish. You wouldn’t be the

The next must-try at Fab Café is

Right. A delightful scene easily

■ Fab Cafe, Gramedia Grand Indonesia

their sweet treats, I was again pleasantly

only one. Their chocolate apple crumble

East Mall Level 3, Jalan MH Thamrin,

surprised. Offering a broad range of

is divine. Prepare to make a (delicious)

Jakarta

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JOVIAL JUNE...

JW Marriot Hotel Jakarta presents its series of promotions at its Sailendra, Asuka, Pearl and Blu Martini outlets. Among the array, Asuka brings Japan’s early summer to Jakarta with the Shoka promotion. Highlights include Katsuo Tossa (Skipjack Tuna) from Shikoku Island, Hamo (Pike Eels), Suzuki Sakana (Sea Bass served as Sashimi), and Ai Name Sakana (Fat Cod). Jakarta celebrates its 483rd birthday on June 22. In commemoration, Sailendra takes on the traditional ambiance of Betawi with traditional dishes featured from June 15 to 22.

Jl. Lingkar Mega Kuningan, Jakarta, (021) 5798-8888 www.marriott.com/jktjw

SIXTEENTH ‘KARTINI’ In commemorating Kartini Day on April 21, the Surabaya Plaza Hotel (SPH) collaborated with the Women’s Empowerment & Studies Commission of Airlangga University (KPSW Unair) this year, holding its Kartini Awards. These awards have been held annually by the SPH since 1995, to provide recognition and support in unique professions to inherit the ideals as imagined by national heroine Raden Ajeng Kartini. The Kartini Awards 2010 were held at the Café Taman featuring various entertainment, and the award went to Esthi Susanti Hudiaono, initiator and formulator of the regional laws on the prevention and mitigation of HIV/AIDS. Surabaya Plaza Hotel, Jalan Pemuda 31-37, Surabaya, (031) 531-6833; www.sby.pphotels.com 58

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PHOTOS BY DEBORAH KAYETANO

This month Garuda Indonesia reopens its JakartaAmsterdam-Jakarta service with a new flight that operates via Dubai. The flight will take off from Jakarta at 9 p.m., transit in Dubai and then touchdown at Amsterdam at 8 a.m. Departures from Amsterdam are at 10 a.m., again transiting in Dubai and arriving in Jakarta at 7.10 a.m. The route will be flown using A330-200 aircraft with a capacity of 222 seats. The A330-200 is capable of flying a distance of 12,500 km, as well as being fitted with 180° reclining seats for passengers’ total enjoyment and comfort. Garuda flies to Amsterdam seven times a week, and this is expected to facilitate tourists traveling to Indonesia thereby helping the Indonesian government develop the tourism sector. Garuda offers its passengers the Garuda Indonesia Experience (GIE) or Indonesia Hospitality. Meanwhile, Garuda Indonesia has also recently achieved the “World’s Most Improved Airline” recognition from Skytrax of London, which is an independent firm that rates the world’s airlines and follows the airlines various business transformations. www.garudaindonesia.co.uk

GLASS AGE The Five Elements presents “The Glass Age” to be held at the Duta Fine Arts Foundation in Jakarta from June 19 to July 18. Ron Seivertson, Julien Espagne, Regis Anchuelo, and Francis Auboiron are from different backgrounds, skills and passion but come together in a unique opportunity as the Hot Glass team: The Five Elements. With The Glass Age they will be presenting unprecedented works of collectable Hot Glass Art that refer to the Stone Age. The Glass Age will show the masterpieces that The Five Elements have created by melding their unique blend of personalities, experience and histories together in a powerful and dynamic effort to create more unique works collectively than they ever have individually.

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SHOWCASE CONNECT Alila Hotel Jakarta recently played host to an exhibition titled “Connection” featuring 30 paintings by artists from Bandung. The exhibition was held during the month of May and was opened by Eric Faivre, General Manager of the Alila Jakarta (pictured). Among those attending were H.E. Faysal Gouia, Tunisian ambassador (pictured) and Sylviana Murni, mayor of Central Jakarta, who are also art lovers, curators and part of the Jakarta socialite scene. The paintings mostly depicted collaborative expressions, harmony and differing backdrops through lively abstractions. The exhibition was held at the Hotel’s Space Lounge.

Alila Hotel Jakarta, Jl. Pecenongan Kav 7-17, Jakarta, (021) 231-6008 www.alilahotels.com

CHIRPS N’ BLOOMS The Group of Photographic Artists (GPA) is holding a photo exhibition at the Ciputra Mall from June 1 to 30. The title of the exhibition is Close Up (and Personal) Flora and Fauna. There are about 100 exquisite photos that explore the natural beauty and color of fauna, from insect life up to the big mammals, and flora such as the blossoming lotus. The GPA (Group of Photographic Artists) was established in Jakarta on October 24, 2008. Their members are all photography and art lovers from all around the world. The photo exhibition is part of their routine agenda and an opportunity to attract new members. For further information contact: gpa-dkuk@hotmail.com

PEDAL THE HIGHLANDS Tour de Singkarak is an international bicycle-racing event held at West Sumatera. The event aims to provide a memorable sporting tourism experience as the tour combines bicycle racing and tourism in order to inspire champions and excite enthusiasts. The first race was held from April 29 to May 3 last year and was made up of 4 stages; Padang-Bukittingi (92.3 kms), Bukittinggi-Sawahlunto (85.1 kms), SawahluntoLake Singkarak (90.2 kms), Lake Singkarak-Lake Kembar-Lake Singkarak (188 kms), with total prize money of US$60,000 awarded. The success of last year’s race has led to this year’s advanced series with “Tour de Singkarak 2010” to take place this month. This event has already attracted riders from 20 countries. The route is also longer than before, about 700 kms over 6 to 7 days. For further information check out: www.tourdesingkarak.com 60

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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.

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

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SUPER HEROES Hanna Artspace is hosting an art exhibition presenting works by Balinese artists Gede Darmawan, Komang Sedana Putra, Komang Agus Dharma Putra, Gusti Made Mahardika, Gusti Made Adi Kurniawan, Wayan Linggih, Made Somadita, Nyoman Suarnata, and Ida Bagus Tilem titled “Super Heroes.” The exhibition runs through June 12. Through their artwork, these young emerging artists try to aesthetically emphasize the essence of hero within today’s context. How to be a hero? What should we save? Our self? Ideology? Or maybe nature? More questions will certainly bubble up.

Cat Woman, Spiderman, Batman and Superman are only symbols of power that expectedly will inspire us to do more and better. Similar to this exhibition, the artists keep on making innovations to present better works that can be noted and become part of worldwide art and culture development.

Hanna Artspace, Jalan Pengosekan, Ubud (0361) 978-216 www.hannaartspace.blogspot.com

SMALL PIECE OF KUTA Gaya Art Space hosts a visual art exhibition by the Galang Kangin group titled “Kuta” through June 7. According to its curatorial, Kuta is a small territory in Bali with a wide problem. In Kuta, religious activities go hand in hand with glamorous party life. In Kuta the street hawkers are making transactions together with the wholesaler. The tourist and the fisherman breathe the same sea air. In Kuta, God, alcohol, and everything each gets their own seat. They realize that the problem in Kuta is too vast for study, but serves as fine art creation material. But with the purpose not to describe Kuta too extensively, the creative process must go on. Therefore we reach the conclusion that this exhibition is of a small piece of Kuta through their eyes. www.gayafusion.com

PORTRAYAL OF TRADITIONAL LIFE Maya Ubud Resort & Spa features a solo painting exhibition by Balinese artist Wayan Pendet titled “Traditional Life of Bali” from June 15 to July 28. He will be displaying 17 of his unique works of art consisting mainly of traditional Balinese style paintings inspired by the colorful traditional life of Bali. Pendet uses acrylic watercolor on paper and canvas for his paintings. In his daily life Pendet is also a farmer, and it is from this that he has acquired inspiration for many of his paintings. His charming artworks reflect much of the traditional Balinese way of life, including dances, temple ceremonies and the colorful traditional markets.

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

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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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RAMBLING NATURE

ADINNALE 2010 Adi’s Gallery hosts its Adinnale 2010 - Relief’s, Collages, Objects, Assemblages, Paintings, Sculptures, Ready Made’s - through the end of July. It features “Not great art – but great enjoyment”. Amongst others, you’ll see 69 new pieces of art that Adi calls ‘My Life in 40 by 40’. These small formats – 40cm by 40 cm - show a lot of action and liveliness, and lot of ironic, thoughtful and witty ideas are presented; a firework of playfulness and creativity illuminates many of these little squares.

About signs, symbols, short messages and trademarks Adi explained, “it seems to me that almost every piece of yours looks like a brand name of a hotel, a restaurant or a corporation”. “I’m primarily a designer, not a fine artist. But I like to ask you, is there something wrong with creating pieces of art that look like trademarks, brand names, and logos? In my opinion, art is a kind of communication and so I use my logos and symbols to try to communicate,” said Adi. Adi’s Gallery, Jl. Bisma 102, Ubud, (0361) 977-104; www.adi-s-gallery.com

CROSS THE HORIZON Maha Art Gallery hosts a solo exhibition by Balinese painter Made Budhiana through June 26.

Made Budhiana is an abstract painter, creative and full of spontaneous and fresh ideas. He wrote down his career and artistic journey in “Crossing the Horizon,” which launched on the same day of his solo exhibition opening of the same title. This book encloses Budhiana’s creative journey since childhood and continues through his tenure at the Indonesian Art Institute in Yogyakarta. The book also talks about his creativity after studying, his journey’s abroad, and his house studio Snerayuza.

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Ganesha Gallery presents Post Modern Rambling, featuring the works of Ketut Teja Astawa and Em Sumba through June 28, 2010. In their individual searches to explore alienation, angst and the meaning of life in Bali in the 21st century, these artists have chosen very different visual styles with similar underlying themes, resulting in a stimulating contrast of shared emotions. The rambling nature of both the form and content of contemporary art in Bali is a mirror of the confused times we live in.

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

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NEW AT THE HELM The Bulgari Resort, Bali invited members of the island’s tourism industry together with media and business partners for a meet and greet with newly appointed General Manager Mr. Alejandro Helbling on April 28. Cocktails were served at The Bulgari Villa with guests attending in resort attire while the new General Manager of the prestigious resort as well as his management team gave introductory speeches and became acquainted with the invitees.

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, Bali, Jalan Goa Lempeh, Banjar Dinas Kangin, Uluwatu (0361) 847-1000; www.bulgarihotels.com

HOT BREWED! At the recent Bali Barista Competition 2010, 6 out of 22 baristas made their journey to the finals to compete for the title of the first Barista winner. Given only 15 minutes for the competition, and another 15 minutes for preparation and clear-up, they were challenged to make 3 types of beverages. The 6 finalists were experienced winners, providing a tough challenge. The event was put on by students at the Hotel and Tourism Institute Nusa Dua-Bali, Hotel Administration B Class.

For further information, contact: balibaristacompetition2010@gmail.com

PLANTING JOY The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali planted 2,000 mangroves at Serangan Beach on Thursday, April 29. This Care for Community initiative involved more than 200 employees from various departments led by General Manager David Cuddon together with Executive Committee members and Department Heads and staff, who departed from the resort at 2 p.m. to go to Serangan Beach. The mangrove planting this year is a continued effort from last year’s planting. They also invited 50 students from a Benoa elementary school. The Laguna Cycling Club and its members also provided their full support to this community event.

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EVENING GATHER Mercure Resort Sanur held “An Evening with The Mercure” at the end of April in appreciation to their corporate as well as event, MICE, and wedding organizer clients. It also was their first gathering for these clients. The evening saw a garden cocktail party followed by a buffet dinner and entertainment for the guests, with Indonesian pop singers from Jakarta, Rio Febrian, Jeanette, and Sabrina Kono.

Mercure Resort Sanur, (0361) 288-833 www.mercureresortsanur.com

Ju-Ma-Na at the Banyan Tree Ungasan officially opened its doors to the public at the end of April. A stylish crowd of local and international socialites joined in on the grand launching ceremony of the restaurant and the White Pearl Gourmet Club, an exclusive membership club for gourmands and trendsetters alike. Banyan Tree Ungasan General Manager Rudy Oretti presented a brief speech prior to the ribbon cutting, fireworks and flair. Ju-Ma-Na is open daily from 6.30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Banyan Tree Ungasan, Jalan Melasti, Banjar Kelod, Ungasan, (0361) 300-7000; ungasan@banyantree.com

ECO-HOTEL Aerowisata Hotels & Resorts recently agreed to cooperate with PT TUV International Indonesia in the implementation of the Eco-Hotel environmental management system standards certification throughout Aerowisata Hotels & Resorts. This covers the implementation of energy efficiency throughout the hotel facilities, water consumption and solid and liquid waste management, harmful chemical handling, and the management of the hotel work environments safety and health aspects. It is expected to be able to increase the operational efficiency of the hotel and increase the value to the community through environmental awareness corporate social responsibility programs. www.aerowisata.com

DATED WITH DESTINY

MOTHERS, CARE

The Bali Convention Center recently played host to world-renowned motivator Anthony Robbins during his flagship event entitled “Date with Destiny”. This highly sought after seminar featured 6 days of intensive sessions and was attended by around 900 people from 17 countries. Date with Destiny is the ultimate journey for those who demand the most out of life. Former participants have included celebrities such as screenwriter and Oscar nominee Jeff Arch, international tennis champion Andre Agassi, world iron man champion Trevor Hendy, and many more.

The Westin Resort, Nusa Dua, (0361) 771-906; www.westin.com

Mothercare store recently opened at the Discovery Mall Ground Floor, making it the 13th store in Indonesia. Mothercare is an international brand store for maternity and baby needs. For the in-store charity program, together with the Bali International Women’s Association, they promoted breast cancer awareness and gave support to all women who suffer from it during the Bali Pink Ribbon Walk on Saturday May 15 that took place in the BTDC, Nusa Dua area. www.mothercare.com

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

PIRATES, BBQ AND REGGAE AT ON THE BEACH NIKKO BALI Friday May 7 was fabulous evening with record turnout of over 125.

Members, family, friends, guests and media invitees took part in a magic evening with a superb BBQ at beachside and great entertainment by a reggae band and fire dancers. The Nikko team decked out in pirate themed costumes were great hosts.

In all, it was an evening that will be hard to beat.

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.

On the calendar 2010 are:

June 4 – Hu’u Bar and Nutmegs Restaurant - Petitenget July 2 – Tao - Tanjung Benoa

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

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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

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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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