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adanggalak does not only offer beautiful natural scenery. The stunning beach located at Kesiman village, East Denpasar, also poses a good destination of spiritual tourism, precisely in the Campuhan Windu Segara Temple. The temple located on the shore is often chosen by Hindu community in Bali for melukat or purificatory rite, cleaning up the body from impurities.

Typically, the purificatory rite is commenced by self-purification using holy water in front of the Lord Vishnu shrine. Afterward, the pilgrims immerse themselves at the confluence of the Ayung River and Padanggalak Beach. Then, it is resumed by taking a bath on the beach and in the sacred pool of Beji Temple and say prayers to Lord Shiva in the Shiva Bhuvana Chamber.

According to Gede Alit Adnyana, the temple priest, every day there were pilgrims coming to do purificatory rite, either the people of Bali or those from outside the region and even overseas. To be able to follow the ritual procession, the pilgrims did not have to bring along a grandiose offerings. Simply bring a canang sari oblation and a means of prayer to invoke safety, purity and welfare. “Most importantly, the oblation presented must be accompanied by sincere heart,” he said.

The priest doubling as the founder of the Campuhan Segara Windu also said the temple establishment was inspired by a dream mandating him to stay at Padanggalak. Since he had a confidence, he began to make a living temporary shrine (turus lumbung) from erythrina branches. “After that, we got a great support from all the people so that the temple could finally be realized as it is today,” he said.

The temple was built on July 7, 2005. The budget was obtained from the sesari (oblation money) of the pilgrims saying prayers in the temple. Mean-

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while, the statues of gods having the nuance of mythological elements were donations from all the people, even from Muslim, Buddhist and Christian fellows.

“People of various interfaith also donated some statues here,” he said.

On particular days, he explained, like Shiva Ratri was the piodalan or anniversary of the Campuhan Windu Segara Temple. On the temple anniversary, all the effigies or sacred objects as well as the two barong effigies venerated at the Beji Ayung Temple were performed. Similarly, there was also a special ceremony known as the Sapuleger staged every Banyu Pinaruh Gangga Pratista. “At that time, thousands of pilgrims came to pray and invoke safety and welfare,” he said.

Indeed, the temple looked more unique with the presence of statues of gods and the nuance of mythological stories. Some of the statues were the Ganesha, Shiva, Goddess Durga, Goddess Kwan Im, Kanjeng Ratu Kidul and Goddess Rambut. Meanwhile, the barong effigy was venerated in the Beji Ayung Gangga Pratista Temple. “Every temple ceremony, the barong is staged. Aside from functioned as symbol, the existing statues also aim to preserve the culture,” he concluded. B N (BTN/ocha)

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remarkably strategic. It is very close to Seminyak premier tourist resort, Petitenget, Kuta, Canggu, culinary center as well as night entertainment.

The Seminyak Square Shopping Mall, Ku De Ta, Potato Head and Ngurah Rai Airport are similarly close enough. The facilities on offer here are very complete.

There are a large outdoor pool and sun terrace, spa center and fitness center.

Guests can also enjoy dishes at Ajna’s restaurant having a very distinctive architecture. Coming with paddy field and beach view, it also offers a spacious meeting room for your business need. For guests’ convenience, it is supported with ample parking space, free Wi-Fi internet access and free shuttle services around Seminyak area. Optionally, the hotel also offers motorbike rental.

Hotel offers a total of 118 rooms where each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a relaxing seating area with a cool balcony overlooking paddy fields and the beach or beautiful city view. Besides, each room is equipped with bathroom, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryer. “The room faces west so that guests can watch sunset over the blue ocean directly from the room,” said General Manager, Ferry Febriari.

Staying at Paragon Hotel Seminyak is quiet, breezy, cool as well as free from vehicles’ smoke.

All rooms are provided with facili-

ties like a fridge and coffee maker, plus a large flat-screen TV with free Wi-Fi internet access with local and international TV cable channels. The services available for guests include 24-hour room service and 24-hour reliable guest service assistant. “Tourists having stayed with us here are very happy because the atmosphere is comfortable and calm,” he said.

Ferry Febriari said the hotel established in 2014 has a very sturdy building. Although it looks modern, traditional ornaments can still be encountered to stylishly wrap the interior of Paragon Hotel Seminyak. Thus, it creates a unique atmosphere. Local plants also provide very positive vibration. “The hotel has five room categories with the uniqueness in accordance with the choice of guests,” he said.

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They include The Paragon Room posing a deluxe category, but it remains comfortable because of its large size and has complete facilities. The Paragon Twin Room is stylish and convenient; The Paragon Premier harmoniously merges with nature; The Paragon Premier Plus comes with wider space; and The Paragon Junior Suite is characterized with lavish and refined amenities. “Each room category has the advantages,” he said.

Travelers from various countries have stayed at this hotel. They are mostly surfers and couples wishing to test the challenging waves of Seminyak Beach, Batubelig and Canggu. Some others are living with family to find peace after having lived in Kuta area. “The surfers are mostly from Australia, Europe and other countries,” concluded Ferry Febriari. B N (BTN/015)

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Travelers are absorbed in enjoying canoe attraction on Pandawa Beach.

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anoeing on Sanur Beach has been a commonplace.

But, what about canoeing on Pandawa Beach? Wow ... it’s fun and very enjoyable. Although it is in the ocean, the water ripples are excellent for canoeing. View of the beach is very beautiful.

And for spiritualists, they will feel comfortable of being on the beach.

Pandawa Beach is a tourist attraction located at Kutuh village, South Kuta, Badung. The white sandy beach is crowded by travelers with daily average of 10,000 people.

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mestic travelers. In addition to enjoying the view of high seas, travelers also took advantage of the Pandawa’s statue (Yudhisthira, Bhima, Arjuna, Nakula and Sahadewa) situated in the cave as the backdrop of their photograph. The activity of seaweed farmers, blue water to high cliffs fortifying the coast could also become the background of their picture.

However, from the existing tourist attractions, canoeing is the most favorite. Within a day, tourists can rent a canoe for hours, due to having fun. On that account, of the 66 canoe business own-

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ers, each have an average of 2 to 6 pieces of canoe and are always busy serving customers. “Playing canoe becomes a favorite tourist attraction on Pandawa Beach,” said Nyoman Camang, secretary of Kutuh village, accompanied by coordinator of beach lifeguard, Made Letera.

Camang said the rental of canoe board was IDR 20,000 per hour. Other than canoe board, the renter also got paddle and safety jacket, so that players would be safe and feel more comfortable. A regular-size canoe could carry two or more persons. “Pandawa Beach does not provide banana boat or jet ski attraction because it tends to be risky and generate marine pollution to local seaweed farming,” he said.

Made Letera added that other than canoe, his party also rented long chair having high demand.

A total of 200 pieces of long chair were provided and it was always fully booked. A long chair was offered at IDR 50,000 per hour. In addition to putting their belongings, it was also used to sit back while enjoying the beauty of the sea. “There is also a tourist attraction of sailing by traditional boat, but it has a little demand,” he said. B N (BTN/015)

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While Mt. Agung in Warning Status, Tanah Lot Sill Visited by Many Tourists ntil now, condition of Mount Agung in Karangasem (East Bali) remains in warning status. The intensity of earthquake occurred more frequently. Nevertheless, tourism activities at Tanah Lot attraction have not been affected so far.

As evidence, foreign and domestic tourists still throng the object located at Beraban village, Kediri, Tabanan.

Operations Manager of Tanah Lot attraction, Ketut Toya Adnyana, said that Mount Agung with the warning status has not affected the visit to Tanah Lot. Though there

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he Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) Nusa Dua in cooperation with Bank Mandiri holds the Pesona Mandiri Nusa Dua Fiesta. Featuring the theme ‘The Colors of Nusa Dua,’ this annual event takes place for five days (Oct. 11-15) on the Peninsula Island, ITDC Nusa Dua. ITDC invites local people as well as domestic and foreign tourists to attend this event. It is aimed to promote Nusa Dua, especially as an international tourist resort and Bali in general.

NDF 2017 is filled with some attractions and cultural performances, music and lifestyle. Visitors can enjoy the exhibition of handicraft products, fashion shows, exhibitions and culinary competitions, Nusa Dua coffee week, wine and cheese selection, beach movie as well as various other performances such as traditional Balinese dance, DJ performance, as well as the performance of local and national musician including Balawan, Joni Agung, Gus Teja, Nidji, Andra & The Backbone, Rendy Pandugo and Java Jive.

Managing Director of ITDC Nusa Dua, Wayan Karioka, in the press conference said the NDF event is one of the interesting tourist attractions for local people and tourists. “This 21st event is our support to reach the target of tourist visit targeted by government towards the economic development of Bali,” he said in Badung, Monday (Oct. 9).

Aside from being a means of joint promotion of the ITDC and the hotels, tenants, and residents around Nusa Dua, he said the event is also meant to show that Nusa Dua area is supported by more than 5,000 hotel rooms and conference venues.

Moreover, it is able to accommodate more than 10,000 delegates. “It is in accordance with the direction of the Ministry of Tourism so that Nusa Dua is ready to become the spearhead in international competition to organize various MICE events with the best service in all fields,” he said.

In addition, Nusa Dua also serves as the location of large outdoor activity for exhibitions, shows, sports and entertainment. “We can also provide support for stakeholders and village buffers within the ITDC area with this event, but the creations prepared by the collaboration team are also expected to bring in positive impacts for tenants and the community,” he explained.

This year’s implementation is targeting 30,000 visitors. “We do not neglect the condition of Bali in line with the activities of Mount Agung facing a force majeur. Nevertheless, it does not dampen our intentions and efforts to keep fighting and making positive activities for the people

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of Bali,” he asserted.

Managing Director of ITDC, Abdulbar M. Mansoer, said that Nusa Dua Fiesta is also present to campaign non-cash movement. To that end, the festival visitors will be directed to make non-cash payments. “We have prepared electronic BTN/kmb money cards that can be used by visitors to conduct transactions at the venue of the festival,” he said.

Minister of Tourism, Arief Yahya, appreciated to the implementation of the NDF 2017 in an effort to promote Nusa Dua tourist resort to increase tourist arrivals to Bali. Nusa Dua Fiesta having run for long enough and entered the 21st year can be included into the 100 premier events of Wonderful Indonesia (WI) Calendar of Events 2018.

Minister of Tourism, Arief Yahya, opened the NDF 2017 on October 11, 2017, was enlivened with cultural parade, Sekar Jepun dance and barong street show (ngelawang) by Sabha Yowana and colossal kecak and fire dance.

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ngol-ongol is one of the Balinese traditional snacks favored by local community. This snack is very easily found in the market and often included in the exhibition of traditional snacks.

Its sweet and delicious flavor caused this snack to be often enjoyed with coffee and hot tea.

Preparation of this snack is very easy. One of the snack makers Wayan Kerti. She said the ingredients used were very simple. “The ingredients in use consist of 125 grams of sago flour, 120 ml of water for the making of sago mixture, 230 ml of water, 180 grams of brown sugar or to taste, 100 grams of grated coconut and two or three pieces of screwpine leaf,” said the woman from Sangeh, Petang.

How to prepare the snack?

According to Kerti, it was not complicated. “Firstly, dissolve the sago flour with water until the dough mixes well. Meanwhile, heat the water with brown sugar and screwpine leaf while stirring until the sugar dissolves and boils. Then, reduce the heat and please be added with sago flour having become a batter into the solution of brown sugar.

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are issues that many foreign tourists already canceled their vacation to this island after the determination of warning status of Mount Agung, it does not dampen the desire of tourists to visit Bali and Tanah Lot in particular. “Tourist visit to Tanah Lot is always crowded,” said Toya Adnyana, Wednesday (Oct. 4).

Domestic and foreign tourists can still enjoy the beauty of the beach, view of the temple in the middle of the sea as well as sunset and cultural activities jazzing up the object all the times. Daily activities

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Many tourists still throng Tanah Lot destination, although Mount Agung is announced to be in warning status. of tourists during their holidays at Tanah Lot remain normal as well. They witness the uniqueness of Tanah Lot Temple, see the blessing-giver serpent or just wash the face at the shower emerging from amid the rocks next to the temple. Some visitors sit on a cliff while chatting with a partner, friend or family.

The issuance of travel advice by five countries (Singapore, Australia, United States, Britain and New Zealand) does not impact on the tourist visit to Tanah Lot. Indeed, it has great potential to influence the countries becoming the main markets to delay their travel. “However, so far this does not affect the number of tourist visits to Tanah Lot. Conversely, the visit increases,” he said.

Based on the existing data, over this month Tanah Lot attraction is visited by

282,005 tourists. They consist of186,512 foreign tourists and 95,493 domestic tourists or with the ratio of 66 percent of foreign tourists and 34 percent of domestic tourists. Foreign tourist visit is dominated by those from Taiwan, China and Europe.

Meanwhile, the total visit from January to September 2017 reached 2,749,857 tourists.

When viewed from the data, until September the number of tourist visit increased by 4 percent from last year within the same period. It can be seen from the number of last year’s visit that only reached 2,631,494 tourists, while this year 2,749,857 tourists.

Toya Adnyana added that Tanah Lot attraction always maintains the quality of service for the security and comfort of visitors.

One of them is by installing CCTV in the area, where today has totally reaches 28 units spreading across strategic areas.

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Stir the mixture with low heat until getting thick. Then, pour into a flat container and wait until getting cooler. After that, be hardened and cut to taste,” she explained. To serve it, added Kerti, would be more tasteful when using grated coconut.

“Having been cut according to taste, sprinkle the grated coconut on the snacks. If you like sweet, please be added again with red sugar sauce. Now, the ongol-ongol snack is ready to eat!” she said.

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IGN Rai Suryawijaya Appointed Hungarian Consul in Bali mbassador of Hungary, H.E. Mrs. Judit NemethPach officially inaugurated I Gusti Ngurah Rai Suryawijaya as Honorary Consul of Hungary in Bali. The inauguration ceremony taking place at Trans Hotel on Tuesday (Oct. 10) was attended by government officials, tourism stakeholders and Hungarian residents living on the Island of the Gods. The inaugural atmosphere ran amicably and ended with dinner.

Rai Suryawijaya said the Honorary Consul of Hungary in Bali has a very important task to link the two countries (Hungary and Indonesia, especially Bali). The cooperation will be conducted whether in the field of investment, trade, culture, education, business and tourism. “Tourism cooperation is the most important. Hungarian tourists also come to Indonesia and Bali in particular,” she

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In addition to travelling, their presence also wants to invest.

There are approximately 150-200 people of Hungary running business in Bali. They invest in the sector of tourism with hotel properties spreading across Bali, even outside Bali. “The interest of Hun-

garian tourists to visit Bali is also high. Currently, there are about 200,000 Hungarian tourists in Bali, and in the future will be much more. It happens because the potential is extraordinary,” said Rai Suryawijaya who is also Chairman of the PHRI and BPPD Badung.

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A Moment to Love Nature

umpek Bubuh or Tumpek Wariga also called Tumpek Pengatag poses the descent of Lord Shiva to maintain the harmony of life in the world. Celebration of this tumpek falls 25 days before Galungan Day and aims in order the plants growing to produce leaves, flower and fruits around us can meet the needs of human beings.

In the Hindu conception, on the Tumpek Pengatag devotees offer oblations to Supreme God in the manifestation as Lord Shankar, master of the plants manifested through the trees. Indeed, according to the Balinese literary traditions, the plants can grow and provide yield to humans is due to the role of Lord Shankar. Therefore, thanksgiving and homage to Lord Shankar should be undertaken by humans through loving all kinds of plants.

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bration of the Tumpek Pengatag signifies a profound meaning in order human beings love the nature that has sustained their life. On the Tumpek Pengatag, the moment of love and affection to nature is

directed to the plants. They play an important role in providing life for human. Almost all the needs of human beings are yielded by plants, ranging from food, clothing and housing.

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Baturiti Introduces Ulundanu Dance in Tabanan Fiesta # 1

he moment of commemorating the 524 th anniversary of Tabanan town held through roadshow in Tabanan Fiesta # 1 is expected to be an opportunity for each subdistrict to highlight the entire potential, both the natural and cultural potential. It was seen in the implementation of the Tabanan Fiesta # 1 held for the third time in Baturiti subdistrict on Sunday (Oct. 8).

In the event, Baturiti subdistrict introduced its mascot in the form of a dance named the Ulundanu Dance. The appearance of the contemporary dance was initiated by the Regent of Tabanan, Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti, who previously

also initiated the mascot dance of Tabanan district namely the Sandat Serasi. This dance composition can add the charm of Baturiti subdistrict through the art and culture although it has been fascinating with the existence of the Ulundanu Beratan having been known to local and foreign tourists.

Process of creating the dance involved I Wayan Juana Adi Saputra better known as Dadong Rerod as a dancer and I Wayan Muder as choreographer. The contemporary dance inspired by the beauty of Ulundanu Beratan and Hindu philosophy related to the abode of Goddess Danu, the goddess bestowing fertility to farmers in

Cultural Parade Starts Series of the 524th Anniversary of Tabanan Town hereful and happy faces were showed by thousands of Tabanan people consisting of children, teenagers and old people thronging the Wagimin Square at Jambe, Tabanan, on Monday (Sep. 25). Understandably, they did not want to pass the excitement of Tabanan Fiesta and Tabanan Cultural Parade commencing the series of celebration of the 524th anniversary of Tabanan town. In addition to performing various cultural performances, the celebration was also jazzed up with various typical cuisines of Tabanan.

Classical, traditional and contemporary art performances were equally fascinating. All of them were presented beautifully by the village youth clubs and dance studios in Tabanan sub-district. Presentation of the artists delivered the message in accordance with the theme of the anniversary of Tabanan town namely the Bhuana Kertih with a thorough meaning depicting the potential of fertile and extraordinary nature. The Cultural Parade was opened by the Regent of Tabanan, Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti, marked by the beating of gong.

The atmosphere was getting moved when the scene of harmonious religious life in Tabanan district was presented through the Adrah art performance by Muslim children welcoming the presence of the regent of Tabanan. Then, it was resumed with the appearance of Barongsai Dance accompanied with traditional gamelan by children of Chinese descent. Finally, it was the turn of mascot dance of Tabanan entitled Bungan Sandat Serasi (harmonious ylang-ylang) and the work of dance maestro of Tabanan town namely Oleg Tamulilingan Dance and other arts.

Regent Eka said that through the opening of the 524th anniversary of Tabanan town the whole community is expected to always maintain and grow the sense of unity and pride to the region. It is in harmony with the vision of the government of Tabanan district, namely realizing the prosperous, secure and excelled Tabanan.

“Implementation of the town anniversary was marked with a road show to the ten subdistricts in Tabanan, so that it can be experienced by all levels of society across the ten subdistricts,” she said.

Regent Eka emphasized that implementation of the town anniversary should promote local products of Tabanan, raise local wisdom both the craft and food so that they can be introduced to the public. “So, I affirm the local wisdom we have should be presented in this town anniversary. Hopefully, the SME business can be well organized so that they are able to perform in this event,” she concluded. On that occasion, Regent Eka also provided insurance to fishermen as a form of caring for them.

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In addition to Regent Eka, this dance was also witnessed by Chairman of the Bali House of Representatives, I Nyoman Adi Wiryatama, who is also responsible for the art studio performing the dance. There were also members of the Bali House of Representatives as well as the Tabanan House of Representatives from Baturiti subdistrict. The others were Regional Secretary of Tabanan district, I Nyoman Wirna Ariwangsa, and agency heads in the Tabanan government.

Related to the mascot, Regent Eka in her speech absolutely appreciated to the artists getting involved in the creation process.

Moreover, she frequently watched the creation process. “Why is this dance created? It serves as our appreciation and love to our customs

and culture. Our nation becomes great because of culture. People from all over the world come to Bali due to the culture and customs owned,” she said.

This dance, she added, serves as an effort to raise local wisdom, especially Baturiti subdistrict, one of which is better known for the existence of Ulundanu Beratan.

“By that way, the residents have their pride. Hopefully, the other subdistricts will also have their own mascot,” she hoped.

In addition to the arts, the Tabanan Fiesta # 1 event also gives an opportunity to showcase the natural potential owned by Baturiti subdistrict especially in agriculture and horticulture. Likewise, it has other potential in the form of a variety of handicrafts and processed products of the SMEs from 12 villages.

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Undhira Welcomes Tourism Students of Timer Leste

niversity of Dhyana Pura (Undhira Bali) welcomed 130 tourism students and lecturers from the Dili Institute of Technology (DIT) in its

Badung campus on September 28.

The students of Timor Leste were in Bali as a part of annual study tour of the DIT Tourism Faculty.

While enjoying Bali, the students

also had the opportunity to learn about tourism management in Undhira—as both higher educational institutions have developed a close working relationship taking place over many years.

At the Undhira, the DIT students attended a lecture of leading tourism researcher and Undhira’s Deputy Rector of Academic and Student Affairs, Dr. I Gusti Bagus Rai Utama. In his presentation, Dr. Rai Utama invited students to explore the strategies and ethics in planning an ecotourism object.

By using Lake Tamblingan, Bali, as the case study, Dr. Rai Utama encouraged students to reflect on the potentials of ecotourism in their homeland and to create strategic planning that are

simultaneously economically viable, ethical and sustainable.

In an interactive session, the students learned that to plan and execute an ecotourism object, a developer must think about the core attraction, facilities, infrastructure, transportation, capital required and intangible hospitality. “Tourism has to consider quality that must consist of quality of travelers’ experience, quality of economic returns for tourism entrepreneurs and the region itself, as well as quality of life of the people living around the tourist object,” asserted Dr. Rai Utama.

Undhira and DIT continually cooperate in many different areas.

One of which is tourism and hospitality development. This year’s visit was attended by Director of Planning and External Cooperation of DIT, the Dean of Tourism Faculty of DIT, and the Deputy Rector of Operations of Undhira. One of the Undhira’s “Seven Characters” is global outlook for which it strives to expand cooperation with various institutions around the globe—with the aim of preparing competent and confident students for an increasingly cooperative and competitive workplace.

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Regent Giri Prasta Leads Sales Mission to Italy

ourism promotion becomes one of the priority programs of Badung government during the leadership of Regent I Nyoman Giri Prasta.

Moreover, the regent himself has to get involved directly in the sales mission or tourism promotion to Italy. This tourism promotion is meant to boost tourist visits from European continent especially Italy.

All this time, tourists from Europe are still fewer than tourists from other continents. Based on the records of the tourism office, the foreign tourist visit to Bali and Badung in particular is still dominated by foreign tourists from China, Australia, India, England and Japan. By promoting tourism to Italy, the government expected the level of tourist arrivals to Bali will increase.

In his trip to Italy, Regent Giri Prasta was accompanied by the Head of Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra, the Head of the Badung Tourism Promotion Board (BPPD), I Gusti Ngurah Rai Suryawijaya, who is also Chairman of the Indonesia Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) Badung.

In Italy, the regent’s entourage was received at the office of the Mayor of Brescia.

The agenda of Regent Giri

Prasta in Italy is quite busy. Promotion to relevant stakeholders in Italy was conducted on Thursday (Sep. 28) and took place until Sunday (Oct. 1).

Other than promoting the potential of tourism owned by the Island of the Gods namely the panorama of nature, it also promotes the Balinese art, customs and culture having become the characteristic.

“This is the agenda of the regent during the promotion of tourism potentials owned by Bali, especially Badung,” said Spokesperson of Badung regent, Putu Ngurah Thomas Yuniarta, who is also the Head of Spokesperson of the Regional Secretariat of Badung government.

Thomas Yuniarta affirmed that holiday promotion like this is frequently done by Badung government. Moreover, according to this former Abiansemal subdistrict head Badung is always present in some international events.

In addition to tourism promotion to Italy, the BPPD together with the tourism office throughout 2017 has toured to a number of countries in the series of tourism promotion. In March, for example, the BPPD with tourism office and relevant stakeholders organized sales mission to ITB Berlin 2017 and European Sales Mission.

Then, in the following month was resumed with promotion to China.

After to China, the entourage directly conducted sales mission to the Middle East. Last May, it participated in the Gebyar Wisata Nusantara in Jakarta, Korean Sales Mission to South Korea (June) resumed with the ‘Bali & Beyond Travel Fair 2017.’ In the meantime, last July was filled with a sales mission to Australia and sales mission to India in July until the end of August.

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Human to Human Touch in Hospitality Industry

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he hospitality industry doesn’t fall far behind in keeping up with the technological advances of today.

It encourages villa and hotel to provide all of the conveniences of traveler. The core principle of a successful hospitality management is to anticipate guest’s need including technological needs. It was stated by Putu Sariasih, the Director of Sales & Marketing for Maca Group.

“Now days, technology may one of the most important things to support live, including in marketing side. Digital marketing has an important role a long with

traditional marketing. Both traditional and digital marketing have own up and down side,” she said.

Sariasih also explained that the way of booking made to the hotel also has change, with the growth of the internet and the emergence of a whole new trend of millennial-travel. Online Travel Agencies or OTAs have become the dominant channel in travel industry compare to offline travel agent.

“At Maca Group, we use traditional marketing methods to support our digital. We also use both offline and online channel for our reservation. 40% of our

tudents of the Indonesia Art Institute (ISI) Denpasar unceasingly spread a happy smile due to their happiness. Understandably, they have borne the status as a graduate proving the completion of their lecture. This new status as graduate was inaugurated by the Rector of ISI Denpasar Prof. Dr. I Gede Arya Sugiartha at Citta Kelangen Building, local campus, on Thursday (Sep. 28).

This time, the graduate totally amounts to 305 people with bachelor degree, diploma 4 and master degree. In details, 96 people are from Faculty of Performing Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (186 people) and master program (23 people). “Until this graduation day, the total number of ISI Denpasar graduates during the period of 2003 to 2016 ISI amounts to 2,747 people,” said Rector of ISI Denpasar, Prof. Dr. I Gede Arya Sugiarta.

In the graduation of this time, the campus also announced the best graduates from various study programs, namely Ni Luh Ayu Pradnyani Utami (D4/Fashion Design) with GPA 3.87; Kadek Wira Dika Saskara (Fashion Design) with GPA 3.81; Ni Made Diah Yuliantary (Fashion Design) with GPA 3.78.

Three best graduates of bachelor’s program are Komang Wira Adhi Mahardika (Music Studies) with GPA 3.97; I Wayan Gede Aditya Pratita (Drama, Dance and Music) with GPA 3.94; and Ni Putu Wahyu Candra (Drama, Dance and

Music) with GPA 3.93. Then, three best graduates of master program are Putu Setyartini (GPA 3.88); Putu Wahyuning Sri Purnami (GPA 3.88) and Made Ayu Desiari (3.83).

“I congratulate for the success of attaining the best graduates. Hopefully, your achievement will bring in blessings for family, society as well as your campus,” said Prof.

Arya.

He added that in accordance with the vision as the center of excellence in the art and culture, the ISI Denpasar continuously improves the achievement so as to be able to give birth to qualified and competitive scholars. “Many students, having been checked, have owned independent job opportunity. For example, many graduates of the ISI Denpasar have established dance studio, designed fashion and interior. The others mostly provide private lesson,” he said.

More graduates of the ISI Denpasar get absorbed in line with the current curricula continuing to be improved. The learning model also emphasizes on the subject of entrepreneurship with special materials.

For example, the material of traditional gamelan music composition is always accompanied with entrepreneurship materials. “A graduate of ISI Denpasar certainly has a good job such as artists, entrepreneurs and government officials. On that account, the educational institution has the tasks to build good attitude and personality associated with the ethics and manners,” he added.

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booking source is from offline travel agent, 43% from online travel agent and the rest is direct booking.

With a large impact of digital, we have to use it wisely.

However, human to human touch is a must in hospitality industry. One thing that remains irreplaceable is the human element, personalized service,” she concluded.

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Leona and Warren

Bali is the best place for yoga Leona also said that Bali is a perfect place for Yoga.

“We think that Bali is like a diamond, the nature is everywhere and it is so important to protect it. We were disappointed to see rubbish everywhere.

No bin in the street, no bin in the front of each house and we learnt that there is no waste-collection system. This is too bad. It is so important for your kids and the future,” Leona added.

“Moving is life and yoga is a perfect way to move, to be marvelous, to renew contact with yourself, to feel your body and relearn to know yourself. It is magic. At the beginning, it’s always complicated and challenging, but if everybody perseveres through physical rigours, they will improve their practice. Bit by bit, they will find their balance and an amazing feeling of wellness.

We are so happy, thanks to Shanti toya we know that yoga will play a larger role in our daily life! In addition, practicing yoga is a perfect way to find answers and to have a clearer spirit. We were so stressed in France ! This is like a new beginning here.”

Said the woman who is also the chief editor of the magazine “COACH for her.

In the end, Leona explained that Bali as tourism destination must have support systems, one of them is waste management system. “We think it is really vital for Bali to set a wastecollection system like we can have in France or other countries to survive and to stay a beautiful place to live and to visit,” she concluded.

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oga leads to wellness in the body and soul. That is stated by Leona, a international Certified Personal Trainer from the National Academy of Sports Medicine. “We only practiced sometimes in France but since this week at Shanti Toya, we want to practice every day. This is the best morning routine for us.

We never felt so good before,” she added.

Leona who is also a blogger on www.FitYourDreams.com and a columnist for some French fitness and wellness magazines and websites is currently in Bali after traveling all around Australia with her husband Warren since February 2017.

“Coming in Bali was logic because we wanted to discover your beautiful country. When we arrived, we directly went to Shanti Toya to dive into yoga and learn about your culture.” she explained.

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Green School Holds Green Educator Course reen School, a private non-profit school in Bali, once again organized a Green Educator Course (GEC). It is for the first time held in Bahasa Indonesia taking place on October 16-20, 2017. “The program aims to facilitate Indonesian teachers to teach environmentally-based education to young people through innovative teaching strategies.

This can be implemented both inside and outside classroom,” said President of Green School Bali, Tirka Widanti.

Tirka Widanti who is also Chairperson of the Kulkul Foundation said the current GEC features the theme ‘Inculcating the concept of Environmental Sustainability in Teaching and Learning Process.’ Through this theme, GEC invites Indonesian teachers and environmentalists to take part in a one-week training program with the Green School community in Bali. Green School has been holding GEC since 2013 with hundreds of participants from twenty countries, including America, Australia, the Netherlands, Japan, China and Cambodia.

GEC in Bahasa Indonesia, explained Tirka Widanti, has some uniqueness. Firstly, it is in line with the government of Indonesia having integrated thematic concept in the Indonesian education curriculum since 2013. The program also focuses on strategies to integrate different subjects into a theme. “Participants will learn a variety of pedagogies to involve students as well as em-

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Secondly, GEC participants have the opportunity to hear firsthand the history and process of establishing an environmentallybased Green School curriculum from speakers with the expertise and experience in designing the Green School curriculum.

Thirdly, the Green Educator Course collaborates with several social enterprises in Green School, such as: (1) KemBali (http://www. greenschool.org/weekly-newsletter/mar-28-2014/KemBali#.

Wc37Vo9L_IU), the center for waste processing at Green School that also educates about waste management to local schools in Bali; and (2) Bio Bus (https:// www.gsbiobus.org/), a social enterprise initiated by Green School

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students that collects and processes waste cooking oil into biodiesel fuel for school buses, where the final waste can still be processed into soap. Thus, the whole process becomes waste-free (zero waste).

Fourthly, the participants are also involved in outdoor activities such as Trash Walk with Green School founder John Hardy and Balinese cultural activities integrated in the Green School environment named mepantigan martial arts accompanied with music and dance in the Green School mud pond.

For more information, please visit the Green Educator Course website at the following address: http://events.greenschool.org/educatorcourse/ or contact Sanne van Oort, Green Educator Course Coordinator, Green School Bali, sanne. vanoort@greenschool.org.

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leganjur gamelan music was played. Hundreds of villagers then threw tipat (rice bag) bantal (pillow-like cake) each other. Although, they seemed to mutually reciprocate, between the two camps (people in the north and south) did not keep any revenge. Their throw was not focused on particular person, but to the air above the opposite camp. Although this looked like a war, they cheered each other due to excitement.

It is the atmosphere of the Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon ritual or often known as the Siat Tipat Bantal at Kapal customary village, Mengwi, Badung district, Thursday (Oct. 5).

Hundreds of Kapal customary villagers were involved in the Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon.

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In addition to the community, this unique tradition was also attended by the Regional Secretary of Badung district, Wayan Adi Arnawa.

The ritual was followed by all Kapal customary villagers. All the villagers were then divided into two camps, namely the northern camp and southern camp. At first, the two camps held a ceremony in the temple and were then resumed with worship at the outermost courtyard of the Desa/Puseh temple of Kapal. Thousands of tipat and bantal were prepared by the temple apparatus. After dividing them, they were thrown each other like a war accompanied with bleganjur gamelan music.

Chief of Kapal customary village, Ketut Sudarsana, said that Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon formerly known as perang tipat (tipat war) is an annual ritual having been carried out for generations at Kapal customary village. This tradition is then preserved, so that it is always carried out by the Kapal customary village. “This activity aims to invoke prosperity for all customary villagers of Kapal,” he said.

Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon has the meaning of offerings or an expression of gratitude before God in his manifestation

Tourism College under Ministry of Tourism Holds Entrepreneurship Workshop n this modern time, the entrepreneurial culture for students and lecturers of tourism college (PTP) should be further improved.

Students and lecturers should not only have enough knowledge, but should also be balanced with entrepreneurial skills. Therefore, the Ministry of Tourism cooperates with the School of Business Management of the Bandung Institute of Technology (SBM-ITB) to carry out Entrepreneurship Workshop at Widyatula MICE Building of Bali Tourism Institute (STP) Nusa Dua, Badung on Monday (Oct. 2) taking place until October 6.

The workshop serves as the manifestation in fostering business incubator with the theme of “Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Development of Wonderful Indonesia Tourism Entrepreneurship.” This workshop presented three resource persons, namely Mr. Yeo Li Pheow, Principal of the Polytechnic of the Republic of Singapore, Mr. Yap Chin Siang, Assistant Chief Executive, Policy and Planning, STB and Ms. Dewi, Deputy Director of the STPNB. Meanwhile, a total of 50 participants from STP Bali, Tourism Polytechnic of Makassar, Tourism Polytechnic of Medan, Tourism Polytechnic of Lombok, Tourism Polytechnic of Palembang and STP Bandung joined the workshop. In this event, the STP Bali served as the host. “We hope this joint workshop activity can pro-

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This workshop activity strengthens the cooperation between PTP of the Ministry of Tourism and SBM-ITB. Besides, it also develops human resources (HR) in the field of tourism entrepreneurship. “It is meant to provide knowledge about the regional tourism cooperation model, entrepreneurship curriculum, tourism business financing model, lecturer capacity building in entrepreneurship and sharing knowledge about entrepreneurship practices in tourism,” she explained.

In addition, it also intended to improve the capability of teaching and learning process and establishing cooperation between the academicians in the field of tourism entrepreneurship. “STP Nusa Dua Bali is very proud to be appointed as a joint workshop host. This is the implementation of cooperation of the six tourism colleges under the Ministry of Tourism and SBMITB,” she explained.

The materials presented in the workshop included the business competition judging, village tourism cooperation model, entrepreneurship curriculum, tourism business financing model, lecturer capacity building in entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship capacity building and training for business incubator management.

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as Lord Shiva. Aci means ‘offering,’ Tabuh means ‘echoing,’ Rah means ‘power’ and Pengangon is another name of Lord Shiva.

“Mutual throw of tipat and bantal is aimed to bring together the symbol of pradhana (female) and purusha (male), resulting in fertility,” he explained.

Ketut Sudarsana asserted that Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon is held by customary village because all the villages participated to enjoy the welfare.

It is bringing together the tipat as symbol of ocean, pradhana (female) and bantal as symbol of mountain, purusha (male).

Uniting the ocean and mountain is believed to be able to create life. “Two different things will present a life that can produce a good life,” he said.

Tipat and bantal thrown are not to target the opponent’s body but to make them both merge in the air and then fall to the ground. This symbolizes the rendezvous of purusha and pradhana which then produces a seed of life.

Remnants of the scattered tipat and bantal are the collected again. Those remaining intact are distributed back to residents for consumption, while the infeasible ones are distributed to residents to be scattered in paddy fields and used as animal feed. It is meant to invoke a good life seed for residents, animals and plants.

Sudarsana explained the tradition was started to be implemented in 1339. It marked

the arrival of prime minister of Singasari dynasty in Bali, namely Ki Kebo Waruya. He received a mandate from the Balinese King named Asta Sura Ratna Bumi Banten to renovate the Purusada Temple at Kapal village. When arriving at Kapal, his heart was touched when seeing the condition of local village experiencing famine season.

Seeing such condition, he then invoked to deity abiding at Purusada Temple in order to bestow his graces. After applying for it, he was given instructions to perform the aci or ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva by means of tipat and bantal followed by all the Kapal customary villagers.

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by Kuta Beach is becoming the turtle habitat. Many people do not know if formerly Kuta Beach was the habitat to this rare animal. However, as being on the verge of extinction, it is now very rarely seen on Kuta Beach. To continue preserving this turtle, on Kuta Beach is built a turtle breeding. If you

are lucky, you can see the activity of turtle release to the open sea.

Kuta Beach is a Bali’s icon becoming the destination to be visited by various ethnic groups from various parts of the world. Citizens of the world certainly agree with the maxim “Traveling to Bali without visiting Kuta is not complete!”

Kuta Beach uta Beach is located on the southern part of Bali Island, 1.5 km from Ngurah Rai Airport and can be reached within just 5 minutes or 20 minutes from downtown Denpasar by car. Kuta Beach has a length of about 1,500 meters.

Formerly, Kuta village and its beach was a fishing village whose existence was very tranquil.

In addition, Kuta Beach was also used as a commercial and maritime port by royal kingdoms in Bali. Now, it has turned into an international small town equipped with the facilities and tourism-supporting infrastructure. This white sandy beach is very popular among tourists to sunbathe, enjoy the sunset view or to surf.

Kuta Beach itself has developed since the 1960s when European tourists first traveled to Bali and witnessed the beauty of Kuta Beach. In the 1970s, tourist arrivals peaked in Bali and triggered the development of Kuta as what we see today.

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Badung Government Tourism Office Address : Pusat Pemerintah Pemkab Badung Mangupraja Mandala Sempidi Ph. (0361) 9009271. W. www.badungkab.go.id

Want to take selfie at ATM? Visit this fun location ssuredly it is not an ATM of any kind. To be sure, it has nothing to do with automated teller machines used to withdraw money. It stands for Anjungan Tukad Melangit (ATM) or

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literally meaning the platform of Melangit River located at Antugan hamlet, Jehem village, Tembuku, Bangli, as one of the favorite places for travelers that like to take selfie.

At this ATM, visitors cannot only take pictures with the background of natural beauty of the Melangit River, but also in the swing and some other selfie facilities.

Before becoming the target of travelers, the ATM was once made

only by local youths to simply hang out together. The materials used to make the platform are only sober ones, namely wood and bamboo.

However, after visitors took selfie and was uploaded to social media, the platform is getting more crowded with tourist visits.

Operations Manager of the ATM, I Wayan Lendra, recently said the ATM has been famous since more than a year ago. Seeing the number of incoming visitors, he continues to make improvements and arrangement. If formerly there used to be only one platform, now there have been three permanently built platforms. “We

make them permanent for the convenience of visitors,” he explained.

In addition to the platform, the ATM management also offers several other facilities suitable for taking pictures such as traditional swing and heart-shaped bamboo cane work. At the ATM, visitors can also feel the sensation of camping and picking oranges in person.

If previously visitors to the ATM were only charged a voluntary levy, now the management charges admission ticket worth IDR 10,000 for adult and IDR 5,000 for child of domestic tourists. Meanwhile, foreign tourists are charged IDR 15,000 per

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person. So far, Lendra admitted that the rate of tourist visits to ATM is now increasing. On typical days, the average visit rate reaches tens of people per day, while on holidays it increases up to 80 percent more.

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imes may change, appearance may look different. However, for painting business, it remains the same as in the past, namely the paintings like the Batuan style.

“Since childhood up to now, I still paint in Batuan style. This art heritage is very unique and has a level of complexity. So naturally, many people favor the painting style such as local people, tourists and collectors,” he said.

This is the principle owned by the artist named I Ketut Wirtawan. Other than being one of the successors of Gambuh typical drama of Batuan village, Sukawati subdistrict, Gianyar, he also still actively scratches on canvas or paper. This is not a routine activity, but painting has become his hobby. Thus, he feels there is something less when he is not yet able to paint.

This man of Gianyar born on July 23, 1969 has painted since the age of 4 years. The themes featured are mostly on puppet and daily life of Balinese people. The media he uses are canvas as well as paper, but in small size. Painting on canvas is not the same.

There is a size of 100 x 70 cm, 180 x 120 cm, 70 x 50 cm and 45 x 35 cm. “I just painted them. If anyone buys, it is okay. Otherwise, it does not matter,” he said innocently.

This father of Ni Wayan Nreta Luhur and Ni Made Swastidewi does not have any special time for painting. He used to paint amid his dance class for tourists or the local community. Understandably, he is the heir of Kakul Mas Dance Studio of Batuan village that always shares the art knowledge with others. “I have no special time for painting, but it can be every day as painting has become a hobby since childhood,” he explained.

In marketing affairs, explained Wirtawan, he has roamed around the world to various countries through dancing activities. He claimed to have no definite market because it is not the main purpose.

“Many paintings are bought by tourists who are learning to dance in this studio. There are also people ordering the painting or the paintings are sold in exhibition,” he said.

He once participated in an exhibition at Arma Museum, Puri Lukisan Museum, Museum of Rock Art and Art shop of Sa-

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hadewa Batuan. There were also overseas exhibitions such as in Japan (1998), but he only sent the painting works. “Sometimes I do not have more time to paint. I also used to make masks to dance, such as the hard mask, old mask, Arsa Wijaya mask, bondres mask and Sidhakarya mask,” he explained.

According to him, during his childhood he was very creative.

After leaving school instead of going straight to home, he was saw people drawing. Understandably, Batuan village residents are also known as painters with the Batuan style. He then learned to draw at home. Incidentally his father (I Ketut Kantor) could also draw other than dancing. He got inspiration from his father’s painting. “I once stole a picture of my father to be emulated. Thankfully, he was not angry, he even supported me,” recalled Wirtawan. B N (BTN/015)

Peace as Basic Capital for Tourism Industry eace is a condition perceived and it needs an effort to find it. Peace within one’s self can be accessed by disciplining one’s self through seven layers of the self ranging from the harshest element to the most delicate element. Everyone likes peace and beauty, but not everyone wants to do it. To find out peace, one must practice diligently and discipline himself with compassion.

This was conveyed by Steering Committee of the Echo of Peace, Ida Rsi Wisesanatha, at the Peace Forum of Tourism Figure in Peace Gong, Kertalangu, on Sunday (Oct. 1). There are elements in human brain containing natural morphine called endorphins. This can be generated through quality meditation and sports, sleep and quality sex. “Let us together invite our friends to find the meaning of peace within ourselves,” he said.

Chairman of the Indonesia Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) Bali, Dr. Cokorde Artha Ardana Sukawati, familiarly addressed as Cok Ace said that peace is the absolute requirement and basic capital for tourism industry. To find peace in Bali, society must always maintain their nature physically and psychically. “There is another unseen power we really have, namely the Land of Mother Earth of Bali. This strength must be maintained well so that Bali is always peaceful and comfortable,” he said.

Ida Penglingsir Agung Putra Sukahet said that peace and harmony are not enough when just talked about but must be strived and fought for. “Peace and harmony of life among fellow residents are a fixed price as we hold the consensus of the nation under the Pancasila, 1945 Constitution and Unity in Diversity and Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia

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The senior figures of Bali, he continued, have inherited such noble norms as Vasudhaiva Kuthumbhakam meaning that we are all brothers. There is also a Balinese maxim known as manyama braya sagilik saguluk salunglung sebayantaka. “It has become a guideline for Hindus in Bali. All religions are good and noble, so that all need to be respected,” he said.

Meanwhile, Chairman of the Indonesian Hotel General Manager Association (IHGMA) of Bali Chapter, I Nyoman Astama, revealed the meaning of DAMAI (peace) into five letters namely D (Dharma = Virtue), A (Anresangsia = Unselfish), M (Maitri = Solidarity

social), A (Arjawa = honesty) and I (Remember the God Almighty).

“When the meaning of the word DAMAI is firmly held, then peace will surely be realized from individual self and then spreads to others,” he affirmed.

Chairman of the Committee, Ramia Adnyana, said that Peace Forum of Tourism Figures was attended by approximately 250 people and stakeholders of Bali tourism. It is held in a series of the Echoes of Peace having been started since August 1 to 7 and the peak of it will be held on October 7, 2017 at the east part of the Bajra Sandhi Monument.

“Let’s make the Peak of the Echoes of Peace into our Celebration Day,” he said. B N (BTN/015)

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Mutual Assistance

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No one wants to be a refugee either due to natural disasters, war, economic difficulties or whatever the reason is. The most comfortable and safe place is certainly at one’s own home, home sweet home. However, the facts frequently give the opposite reality.

They must evacuate and leave their homes, paddy fields, moors as well as livestock. dult people must leave their job while children leave their school and home to a new place called refugee camp. Indeed, they do not entirely live in refugee camps. Some also go to their relatives’ home.

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This is what happens today. When the Mount Agung shows its volcanic activity approximately 140,000 people are forced to evacuate to a safer place with all the provisions and properties that can be brought.

There is a lesson that can be learned from this incident namely the implementation of the concept of manyama braya (mutual assistance) owned by Balinese people. Menyama braya can be freely interpreted as a sense of brotherhood in wider context. It tends to refer to feeling, heart, thought and so on. It does not only refer to the action. It is sense of ‘being in the same boat’ when seeing others are suffering as hit by disaster.

Why not, as soon as there is a wave of evacuation after the Mount Agung was declared to be in warning status, without any command Balinese people distribute their assistance in the form of food, medicine, blankets as well as clothes or others. All people are united under the command of the government.

Thousands of volunteers joined in to lend a hand. This is the concept of manyama braya totally applied as the ancestral concept that has a universal nature. It is eliminating the bulkhead of differences among human beings that we are truly brothers. It’s truly extraordinary. It is a sense of empathy, sympathy and then going hand in hand to help others in need due to disaster. B N

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eputy Mayor of Brescia Laura gave an appreciation to the implementation of the sales mission conducted by Badung government to Brescia, Italy. As a form of gratitude, she submitted the Encyclopedia of Brescia Tourism to the Badung Regent, I Nyoman Giri Prasta. This was conveyed by the Head of the Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra, on Sunday

(Oct. 1).

This activity has been going on since last Thursday (Sep. 28) and ended last Sunday. The entourage was directly led by Regent Giri Prasta accompanied by the Head of the Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra, and Chairman of the Regional Tourism Promotion Board (BPBD) Badung, I Gusti Ngurah Rai Suryawijaya, who is also Chairman of the Indonesia

Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) Badung. The entourage was received at the Brescia Mayor’s office.

During the visit, a series of tourism promotion activities were deliberately held by inviting relevant stakeholders. The event entitled Time to Love Bali-Italy as well as Inaugurating Brand Ambassador of Badung-Bali Tourism at Luxury La Sosta Restaurant was followed by 60 VIP invitees.

It was held on Thursday (Sep. 28) and attended by Deputy Mayor of Brescia Laura. “In the VIP Dinner Business Meeting, Deputy Mayor of Brescia Laura in her speech expressed her deepest appreciation and gratitude, especially to the government of Badung district, Bali, for this good cooperation,” said the Head of the Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra.

After the speech by Deputy Mayor of Brescia Laura, the event was resumed with a dialogue about the development of tourism in Bali, especially in Badung, including the conversation on the current situation of Mount Agung.

“On the visit, the Regent Giri Prasta confirmed that the condition of Mount Agung in general does not affect tourism, flight is normal as usual and tourist objects remain safe for tourists because the affected areas are only within the radius of 9-12 kilometers,” said Badra.

At the same event, it was also carried out the appointment of Giacomo Maiolini as Tourism Brand Ambassador. “He is a businessman in the field of PH and engaged in art and culture as well as has a wide influence in Brescia, Milan. So, we are optimistic it will have a positive impact in order to increase the visit of Italian

tourists to Bali,” hoped Badra.

The next activity of the sales mission entourage was Charity Dinner. This activity was attended by 1,000 invited guests. Moreover, it was also attended by the official from the Indonesian Embassy in Rome, Charles F. Hutapea. “In the event was presented the video of Explore Badung, a means of Badung tourism promotion. In fact, it got a very lively applause. This is a great promotion. Hopefully, this can bring in more tourists from Italy to Bali, because today Italian tourists are still ranked fifth from Europe visiting Bali, to Badung in particular,” he said. B N (BTN/kmb)

“Avilla Learning Center: Practical FUN and Impactful” Avilla Learning Center (ALC) is a program offered by Avilla Bali Hospitality since the beginning of 2017. Current trend in hospitality business is how to generate and maintain positive customer experience for the services extended.

This makes the task of people in hospitality field be unable to entirely be replaced with machine.

This happens because the intimacy built by humans will be different from services performed by machine.

Therefore, human resources are essential to hospitality field.

Unfortunately, the demand for quality human resources is not matched by sufficient availability.

This becomes the background of the Avilla Bali Hospitality to establish the Avilla Bali Learning Center (ALC. The trainers invited as speakers are the practitioners who are expert in their respective field, namely Iwan Setiawan (CMTA - TQ / Professional Hospitality Trainer & Motivator) and IGAN Darma Suyasa (CHA / Corporate GM of Avilla Bali Hospitality).

The materials presented by the

speakers are also closely related to hospitality field. With the practical teaching system, the participants are expected to absorb the knowledge delivered and can be applied directly in their work environment and provide a positive impact for the company.

The following is the schedule of the Avilla Bali Learning Center (ALC) for October 2017 located at Berry Biz Hotel, Jalan Sunset Road No. 99 Kuta. For further information and registration, please contact: Mitha (089 697 558598).

October 2017: October 16 : Everyone is a Sales Person & Up Selling Skills October 17 : Self Esteem: From Zero to Hero

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Fairmont Sanur Combats against Plastic Waste To keep our earth having given its grace to all of us, namely on the land, sea and air, we must make every effort as much as possible considering the life on earth is the responsibility of all the planet’s inhabitants,” said Director of Operations of Fairmont Hotel Sanur, Erlangga Farizky.

“Even though we do not do great things, having a positive contribution is quite important. We continuously do small things and provide education and awareness on the importance of preserving our environment in order to sustain better lives,” added Farizky.

“Plastic waste has become a crucial issue, so that we are at this hotel trying to keep taking advantage of this waste. Thus, it

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gives economic value, and reduce plastic waste, in cooperation with Eco Brick Foundation where plastic waste is processed into various useful items such as desks and other furniture,” explained Ni Wayan Wirati, Spa & Leisure Manager, as well as Chairwoman and CSR of Fairmont Hotel.

“Considering the Fairmont Hotel having been operating with 94 suites and 26 villas since 2013 located at Semawang, it will have a responsibility to participate in maintaining and even improving the current coastal conditions in collaboration with the Coral Triangle Center (CTC) Foundation.

For three years until now, we have planted more than 20 baby corals on the coast of Semawang,” added Wirati. BTN (BTN/014)

he activities of making banten or offerings to be dedicated to God become an attraction for tourists at Puri Maharani Hotel. This cultural activity of the Hindu community in Bali is indeed regularly carried out every day, not deliberately packed into tourist attraction. In fact, it is much favored by hotel guests.

The activities of majejahitan (making the offerings) and arranging them are very interested for guests of this hotel. Other than seeing, they also try to make it,” said Operations Manager Ni Wayan Cici Suriastini.

Cici Suriastini, on the sidelines of the assessment of Green Hotel on Monday (Sep. 25) said that the

activity to prepare the oblations is usually carried out in the afternoon by the owner of the Puri Maharani Hotel with her family. The oblations are made from banana leaf and various kinds of colorful flowers for the offerings on the following day. “When the afternoon comes, tourists are waiting on the terrace of the pavilion to witness the cultural activities of Balinese people,” she explained.

Various types of local plants growing in the area also become an attraction. For instance, there are rare plants of old age and even have existed before this hotel was established. “We are grateful that Puri Maharani Hotel has been incorporated in the green hotel program through which we are also getting direct coaching related to the realization of the eco-friendly hotel not only to maintain the sanitation and nature conservation in the company but also to maintain relationship with the community in the hotel environment,” she said.

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their hobby, especially splashing with water. “General public can take advantage of this pool,” said Pande, technical officer, amid the visit of Green Hotel’s reviewers, recently.

In addition to getting satisfied with swimming, people can also take advantage of slide, swing and other game facilities.

However, in order to be able to swim, people should pay maintenance fee worth IDR 50,000 or IDR 60,000 including snack and fritters. They get towel, shampoo and soap amenities.

“On Saturdays and Sundays, the pool is usually thronged by many visitors consisting of children and their families,” he said. BTN (BTN/015)

ave you ever heard a hotel raising cow? Well, it is carried out by the Mercure Resort Sanur at one corner of the hotel. This four-legged animal is not meant to add hotel’s revenue, but as an icon of Mercure Resort Sanur as well as a tourist attraction. “The cow is named Angelique having been raised since four years ago. It is fed with grass and food remnants of hotel,” said Eurika, Learning and Development Officer of Mercure Resort Sanur.

Eurika said that Angelique’s comfort and health are always well maintained, so that it is provided with a special wooden hut. Sanitation of the hut is always maintained as well, so that tourists wishing to see feel comfortable and safe.

“Angelique is also in charge of flattening the sand on the beach, so the beach panorama becomes more beautiful. Actually there has been an officer in charge of it, but Angelique only serves as a tourist

attraction. Indeed, it is favored by many tourists,” he said.

Bunga, Assistant Purchasing Manager, said that other than raising cow, Mercure Resort Sanur also maintains garden or better known as living kitchen. The hotel garden grows various plants for kitchen purposes, such as chili, eggplant, tomatoes, ginger, aromatic ginger and others. “Various crops in this garden are taken care with recycled liquid waste,” she explained.

Each department must maintain plants utilizing kitchen waste. At first, they are put in a pot stored on the table. After growing bigger, they are planted in the garden.

“Mercure Resort Sanur has 10 departments, and every department has unused laps. The types of plant owned by each department are different taken from the rest of wet garbage. There are melon, papaya, orange and others,” she concluded.

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Art Performance Livens Up the 111th Anniversary of Puputan Badung C

elebration of the 111 anniversary of Puputan Badung in the city of Denpasar took place vibrantly.

Various cultural performances drew the community to enliven the annual celebration. The event was opened by Mayor of Denpasar, I.B. Rai Dharmawijaya Mantra, with senior figure of the Denpasar Grand Palace, A.A. Ngurah Oka Ratmadi, marked by the blowing of trumpet at central intersection of Tainsiat hamlet, namely at the statue of Cokorda Mantuk Ring Rana on Wednesday (Sep. 20).

The event was commenced with a flower gebogan parade upheld by girls and housewives in Balinese

DENPASAR In the City

customary attires. Echo of the Gong Beri gamelan music then escorted the troops of Denpasar Grand Palace followed by the rows of flags of the royal palace. Procession of the kris dagger of Puputan Badung was begun with fragmentary show on the Puputan Badung war.

After the fragmentary show, it was resumed with the placement of kris of Puputan Badung in front of the Cokorde Mantuk Ring Rana statue by Rai Mantra with Cok Ratmadi. The whole procession was accompanied by pairs of children traditional drum troupe from the Siwer Nadi Swara art studio, Rejang Renteng Dance and followed by Grebek Aksara procession by Maha

Denpasar Tourism Office Holds Counseling through Bondres Show

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enpasar Tourism Office held tourism counseling through traditional media in the form of bondres show. The dissemination presenting the Celokontong Mas bondres art troupe took

place at Green Pedungan Ecotourism, Subak Kerdung, Pedungan village, South Denpasar subdistrict, on Sunday (Sep. 24). People were not only entertained, but also provided with education about how to manage and maintain tourism.

Acting Head of the Denpasar Tourism Office, A.A. Bagus Sudharsana, accompanied by A.A. Oka, headman of Pedungan, and local community figures, said the program of the Denpasar tourism office in 2017 is in the field of tourism, namely tourism counseling

with the aim of welcoming the World Tourism Day falling on September 27.

Other than tourism education, Bagus Sudharsana also disseminated the branding of Denpasar Sightseeing and Ecotourism. In 2016, it held dissemination of tourism counseling in Subak Sembung, Peguyangan village, North Denpasar, from the upstream to downstream. “For spatial requirements, there should be open space of 30 percent. This Subak Kerdung has the potential to be developed into ecotourism, like the development of Subak Sembung,” he said.

The tourism education is also intended to preserve the agricultural area because today the agriculture becomes the object of food security in the city of Denpasar. “In the city

Bajra Sandhi art studio, Denpasar.

Mayor Rai Mantra said that celebration of the Puputan Badung in Denpasar has become an annual agenda collaborated with Puputan Badung Festival by Tainsiat hamlet, Dangin Puri Kaja village, North Denpasar subdistrict. “This is not only the celebration of the Denpasar municipal government but also the Tainsiat hamlet as the area of the Puputan Badung war,” said Rai Mantra.

Acting Head of the Denpasar Culture Agency, Nyoman Sujati, said that hundreds of Denpasar

artists are involved in the Mahabandana Prasada. The opening procession is followed by performances of Gong Kebyar Parade and Classical Gong of Denpasar City at Puputan Badung or I Gusti Ngurah Made Agung Square.

“This event becomes a regular agenda where this year features the theme of Taksu Jna Murti Puputan meaning the spirit of Puputan Badung and manifestation of the All-Knowing of Denpasar Heading for Smart City,” she said. BTN

of Denpasar in 2017, the agricultural production of urban farming is purchased by the government of Denpasar, so there is a regular demand where the rice of farmers is purchased by civil servant cooperative of Denpasar,” he explained.

Tourism counseling taking advantage of traditional media can be directly absorbed in the community because the tourism of Denpasar city applies the urban cultural tour-

ism. On that account, disseminating government programs through the art is believed to be more understandable to the public. “With this tourism counseling, the community is expected to maintain sanitation, paddy field and the fields themselves so as not to undergo land conversion carried out by property developers,” he concluded. BTN

Denpasar Government Tourism Office : Address; Jl. Surapati No. 7 Denpasar, Ph. (0361) 234569, 223602, 231422 Fax. (0361) 223602 http://pariwisata.denpasarkota.go.id

Trash Hero Activities Make Coastal Tourism Area in Gianyar Cleaner GIANYAR

The Center of Art

he presence of Trash Hero is like a snowball whose movement increasingly rolls out making it bigger and bigger in

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terms of the number of participants and object of ​​the activity. “Trash Hero Indonesia is a movement caring about plastic waste, which only realizes and moves together,” said Wayan Aksara, Chairman of Trash Hero Saba who is also Chairman of Trash Hero Indonesia Foundation.

Trash Hero is a community caring for plastic waste that continues to invite and inspire people to protect the environment from plastic waste pollution. The participants are like a troop being capable of moving simultaneously that makes the location cleaner and more beautiful.

For instance, the chapter that keeps moving is the Trash Hero of Saba Chapter that routinely cleans up the beach area in Gianyar.

Interestingly, the Trash Hero Saba was formed a year ago and until now continues to move social activities of environmental care. In the movement, it often involves local

Trash Hero cleans up the beach in Gianyar district.

community, customary youth clubs (sekaa taruna) and environment-caring community. It is strongly supported

by Gianyar government through the Gianyar Environment Agency.

Coastal tourism area in Gianyar is getting more beautiful. In the past, before this community moved on a regular basis, the existence of the beach area was slum. Even if there were people cleaning it up, it was only in certain area. “Everything needs a process and togetherness of all related components, so that we can realize the environment free of plastic waste,” he said.

The beaches in the south of Gianyar town have become the destination of foreign tourists. They mostly do surfing activities on the beach because the waves are good. International surfing events are also frequently held on this beach, so their sanitation must be well maintained.

Wayan Aksara proactively invited the community to jointly protect the environment from plastic waste pollution. This is done by forming a new chapter that will be responsible in their respective area. “There are

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Where to Go...

Hobbit house at Pedawa village

Offer sensation like ‘Lord of the Rings’ film

JEMBRANA Bull-racing Center

Bunut Bolong

unut Bolong tourism object is about 9 km to the north from Pekutatan Traditional Market, exactly in Manggissari Village, Pekutatan sub-district, approximately 60 km from Denpasar to the west or 30 km from Negara Town to the east.

The main tourism attraction in Bunut Bolong Area is the giant tree which is locally known as Bunut Tree.

This tree is very interesting, unique, myth full and sacred. It has a hole at the bottom part, which is also functioned as the main road that passed by people and all vehicles. The name Bunut Bolong itself is derived from the situation in this place which means a Bunut which has a hole.

Besides the unique tree, there is also an old temple that surrounded by a natural forest. From this place, the visitor could watch the beauty of ocean at the south part and mountains at the north while enjoying the fresh of mountainous weather. Moreover, along the way to this place, the visitors could enjoy the pleasant situation of traditional villages with the area of clove and fruits plantation, and accompanied by natural song of birds and also other wild life. BTN

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The making was inspired by the ‘Lord of the Rings’ film that tells about a small and short character called the Hobbit.

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edawa village in Banjar subdistrict, Buleleng, is not only well known as a coffee producing area or unique tradition owned. However, this village belonging to a Bali Aga or ancient village also has a tourist attraction in the form of Hobbit House.

Although it was just opened a few months ago, tourist arrivals are quite crowded. Then, what uniqueness can this village offer to visitors?

This tiny house has a unique design. The materials in use are not concrete, but coffee trunks, bamboo, tree roots, used tins and twigs of palm fruits. It can exude a natural impression, artistic nuance and classic look. “All the materials are not used anymore, so that it creates an artistic value,” said the initiator, Ketut Sudi Harta, recently.

The making was inspired by the ‘Lord of the Rings’ film that tells about a small and short character called the Hobbit. Since his body is short, then the house constructed is very small as well. “I like to watch the film. I think Hobbit is not a person with a shortage but with some advantages. Initially, it was just to cover my water reservoir and indeed there is nothing inside it,” he said.

After that, his work is gradually known to the public, especially the younger generation.

People’s visit is accompanied by taking selfie to be uploaded on their social media. Since then, the first claimed home in Bali has become the target of both local and foreign tourist visit. Not only to take pictures, they also enjoy the cool nature offered by beautiful nature plus typical coffee of Pedawa along with the sugar palm and sengait snack. “Visitors that come here are quite surprised,” he said.

On early emergence, visitors coming into the house located in the middle of clove plantation and durian orchard were not charged. However, since the management involves local youth of the village, like in the parking arrangement, finally he charges at IDR 10,000 per person. “With this amount, visitors can take selfie freely so that indirectly this attraction also empowers the surrounding residents,” said the man of three children.

Considering the village of Pedawa has the status as a tourism village, the house established on a land of 0.41 hectare is planned to be equipped with lodging accommodation, food outlet by providing traditional food of Pedawa, and traditional to modern coffee roasting place. “We will develop gradually because it requires substantial capital. Most importantly, Pedawa can be known as a Bali Aga destination,” he concluded. BTN Buleleng Government Office: Pahlawan Street 1st Singaraja, Bali - Indonesia Ph. (0362) 21146, Email: humasbuleleng@yahoo.com, Website : www.bulelengkab.go.id

Jembrana Government Office: Surapati Street No. 1 Jembrana Telp. (0365) 41210 Fax: (0365) 41010 Email: jembranatourism@yahoo.com, Website : jembranakab.go.id

Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center Holds Free Treatment

several requests for the formation of chapters outside Bali such as the chapter of Sumatera, Sulawesi, Jakarta and Bandung. They will be followed up as soon as possible.”

Currently, explained Wayan Aksara, the Trash Hero already has 11 chapters in Bali and 3 chapters outside Bali namely the Komodo, Tanjung Lombok Utara and Gili Meno chapter. “In the activities, we carry the slogan We Clean, We Educate, and We Change where each chapter moves routinely every week according to the day specified by each chapter,” he explained.

Aksara said when more and more people caring about environment, it

will be getting better. Schools are very potential institution in this social movement. Therefore, Trash Hero will always involve schools at elementary, junior high and senior high schools and even universities. “Building awareness needs strong commitment. That is the price we must pay in this movement,” he explained.

In essence, explained Aksara, everything needs a process and measure of togetherness of all related components. Hopefully, the Trash Hero activity is able to free Indonesia from plastic waste and this can be realized in accordance with the government agenda. BTN

Gianyar Government Tourism Office Address : Jl. Ngurah Rai No. 9 Gianyar Ph. (0361) 943401 Fax. (0361) 943554 website: www.diparda.gianyarkab.go.id, www.gianyartourism.com, email: admingianyar@gianyarkab.go.id, info@gianyartourism.com

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angkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center attraction helped the people of Lebih and surrounding areas by giving free medication. The heal-

ing method is quite unique, so that local villagers flocked to get recovery from their sickness. “We give free treatment with the Ayurvedic Healing,” said Made Wijaya

Kusuma amid the social activity on Sunday (Oct. 1).

The treatment services ranged from tension check, acupuncture, acupressure (massage at the point of pain), full body therapy and reflexology to non-medical sickness. The healers are professional and well-experienced mostly consisting of Ayurvedic doctors. They respectively occupied the gazebo scattered in this new destination located at Lebih village, Gianyar.

This social activity did not only invite all the Lebih villagers, but also the staff of tourist objects as well as the owners of villas and hotels around Lebih village. The other participants were staff of banks in Gianyar as well as social organizations engaged in tourism. “We are happy and proud because in addition to Lebih villagers, many participants are also from employees of villas, hotels or tourist object management wishing to get recovery,” explained Made Wijaya.

According to Made Wijaya, the social event is held in a series of commemorating the Pancasila Day, in addition to the application of Tri Hita Karana concept (harmonious with nature, community and the Creator).

Besides, he also introduced the Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center to the community.

“This new destination also has existing game facilities, such as flying fox, tree top, trekking that passes through paddy fields, swings and other games,” he explained.

Dr. Made Sagiananda said that most complaints of residents are dizziness and stress due to works. The cause may be due to over playing with smartphone and others. There are also complaints about heart disease, rheumatism, uric acid, vertigo and cancer symptoms.

“Essentially, the therapy is smoothing blood circulation. When the blood is running into the whole body, it means there is no disturbance,” he said.

One of the patients, Dewa Gede Oka, said that Lebih villagers are very serious in the matter of healing. People are very glad with this kind of healing system. Moreover, there is acupuncture treatment system, it is very good. “As villagers, we thank the healing services provided by the Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center for our community,” he said. BTN (BTN/015)

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DINE OUT

October 13 - 26, 2017

Business and Leisure

Popcorn Resto Offers Menu Package at IDR 40,000

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affordable menus, try dropping by at Popcorn Resto located at Jalan Sunset Road No 9 Kuta,

Badung. The restaurant situated at the same location as the Fame Hotel Sunset Road Kuta does not only offer good food and good sanitation, but also complete

facilities. One of them is playground facilities for children with a capacity of 30 children. Thus, it can be taken advantage for celebration of the anniversary or

birthday. Inside there are facilities like bath ball, swings, slide and colorful floor that looks more festive.

Popcorn Resto opened daily prepares menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The types of menus served include the Western and Indonesian menu fusion.

Especially the local menu, it offers three choices having distinctive taste, such as Balinese Curry Oxtail Soup being rich in Balinese spices and using a concoction of spices only owned Popcorn Resto.

Putri Ratmini, Sales Executive of Fame Hotel Sunset Road, shared information about the All you can eat promotion only offered at the price of IDR 40,000 where guests can take as much as possible. “For all of you, in the ‘All You Can Eat menu,” we provide 4 main courses, desert in

the form of various pudding completed with salad and pastry, while drink can choose ice tea or fruit ice, dawet, cendol,” she said.

She added that after visitors are satisfied with the meals, they can take advantage of the swimming pool to pamper them with additional charge of IDR 25,000 net only and it has included a towel.

Popcorn Restaurant with the capacity of 80 seats also has a place for selfie that may not be owned by other restaurants. Restaurant wall is decorated with various paintings which surely emerge with the existing interiors. Moreover, the traditional architecture is perfectly combined with modern elements that will be able to bring in calm and peaceful atmosphere. “Let’s try to experience the menus,” said Putri Ratmini. B N (BTN/bud)

Hibachi Voyage Restaurant Serves Delicious Menu and Attractions by Chef

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Management of Pramana Hotels Releases New Logo

day for the manageW special ment of Pramana Hotels ednesday (Sep. 20) was a

where after operating for four years it released an updated brand identity. The changes include the new logo, colors and fonts.

“We believe that the new look is more appropriate with what we have gained since 2013 as Boutique Hotel Management putting forward local wisdom in hotel design, facilities and services. All will see that this new look will be presented everywhere such as in public places, website and social

media,” said I Nyoman Sudirga Yusa, Director of PT Pramana Manajemen Internasional and Co-Founder.

Meanwhile, CEO and CoFounder Pramana, I Wayan Wardika, said the Pramana was founded with a passion for selfdevelopment to learn from the experience, literature and mentors in hospitality industry. “Armed with courage and the belief that any work carried out with sincere intentions and working spirit will result in good and sustainable output,” he continued.

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“This rebranding is carried out on the basis of business development from hotel management, spa management and villa rental. At the same time, we are also developing the brand of Pramana Hotels and Resorts affiliating with partners and investors,” added Wardika.

By remaining to adopt the philosophy of lotus flower the addition of the strands of flowers from three to five is inspired by the five particles denoting the constituent elements of the cosmic perfection.

It also represents the spirit of the five co-founders in working together to build this business from the beginning.

Regarding the color, it stays to use purple that represents honesty and transparency in communication with the team and business partners. The changes to the typeface are meant to adapt its dynamic and fast working culture.

“Hopefully, the new look and feel of the Pramana along with the spirit of the new logo will make us a team and partner in accordance with the philosophy of our logo featuring mutual benefit and sustainable cooperation,” added I Wayan Suarsa. B N (BTN/014)

Jamboree of Independent Workers Held at Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center A

total of 200 people denoting the members of the Federation of Indonesian Independent Worker Association held a jamboree at the Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center, Lebih village, Gianyar. In the camping activity, they filled their time with a variety of challenging activities, either utilizing the existing facilities or creating new games. The participants came from various cities in Indonesia, such as Surabaya, Bandung, Jakarta, Denpasar and other cities. Their activities took place for two days (Sep. 24–25). B N (BTN/015)

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age Restaurant that will prepare various menus for their guests will start with unique attraction. They cook while dancing and playing the cookware. Interaction with guests is also often made, so that it invites laughter.

When having meals at this restaurant, guests will be introduced to the ingredients and the method of cooking.

Here guests get unique service offered by the way of Hibachi Voyage. The restaurant located in the center of Kuta tourism precisely at Jalan Raya Kerobokan 98, Kuta, merges the Japanese and American restaurant concept. It was founded by Tia as Directress and Graham as Managing Director.

When eating at Hibachi Voyage Restaurant, customers are free to choose the menus that will be processed directly by the chef in front of them. Such a concept is relatively new and first presented in Bali where cooking food can be directly witnessed by customers. “Guests do not only enjoy the finished food. Here we give them the opportunity to watch, so they

know the ingredients and how to prepare it,” said Samsul Azhari.

General Manger of Hibachi Voyage Restaurant, Monday (Oct. 9).

Samsul Azhari said that in Japan the menu selection offered is limited, while in Hibachi is more varied because Hibachi usually adapts to the American-style dining. Hibachi offers the menus with processed seafood, meat, fish, salads and various other menus. Incoming guests are invited to interact with friendly chef. Then, they show off their ability through the attraction of preparing the food.

If curious, visitors may also try to cook a la chef in the restaurant.

“Consumers wishing to come to Hibachi Voyage must make a reservation in advance because it only has 40 seats. We also have 4 chefs that are always ready to say hello and interact. We want to provide comfort and maintain customer privacy,” he said.

Hibachi Voyage has some prominent menus such as Wagyu Kagoshima, Omakase consisting of several items such as scallop, tuna or salmon and prawns along with salad, soup and wine. “All the menus here are halal. Here, we use sake to make sauce and fire. All the foods are still in raw condition and we cook them here in front of guests,” he explained.

The Hibachi Voyage Restaurant is open from 12:00 to 24:00.

If there are guests booked surpassing 24:00, it remains to be served. “We welcome to individuals, groups or large groups,” he concluded. B N (BTN/015)

Celebrating World Wildlife Day

Safari & Marine Park B alicommemorated Interna-

tional World Wildlife Day through creative and educative events. This celebration was attended by representatives of high schools located in the vicinity of the conservation park to participate in the competition for prizes.

With the theme of Safari on Safari, the students were given a freedom to go around the safari park area to record the list of wild-

life they found. Participants were given 4 hours to get around and take a note various animals they encountered in the tables provided.

The jury was Kadek, the assistant curator of Bali Safari & Marine Park, who did the assessment from the list in the collected table.

This activity is intended to channel the talents and interests of teenagers in the field of biology, especially the introduction to wildlife. Besides, Bali Safari is

also suitable to campaign the love to animals among young people.

Thomas Colbert, General Manager of the Bali Safari & Marine Park, said that through the event he would like to remind all about the importance of preserving and surviving animals. “We hope that this activity can foster their concern for animals so that they can become a society caring about the environment,” he said.

Thomas Colbert said added the World Wildlife Day is commemorated every October 4. This commemoration began in Florence, Italy, in 1931 at the convention of ecologists. On this date, the life of all animal is honored where the celebrations are held in various locations around the world.

“On October 4 was originally chosen as the World Wildlife Day because on that date was held a feast of Francis of Assisi, a lover of nature as well as animal and environmental protectors.” Today, the World Wildlife Day is celebrated by all animal companions of all religions and beliefs, nationalities and background,” he added. B N (BTN/015)

Candi Kurung (Kori Agung) or C rung kori agung andi

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as they are more commonly called are similar to the elaborately decorated spilt gate structures found all over Bali called candi bentar, except that kori agung are connected at the top forming more of a door frame. They symbolize mountains as the most sacred place to Balinese people.

Kori means doorway and agung means ‘great’ so kori agung represent the most important doorways or entrance gates and promote harmony wherever they are placed. Kori agung are almost always used in temples to separate the middle courtyard (madya mandala) from the inner courtyard (utamaning mandala).

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October 13 - 26, 2017

Business and Leisure

Popcorn Resto Offers Menu Package at IDR 40,000

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affordable menus, try dropping by at Popcorn Resto located at Jalan Sunset Road No 9 Kuta,

Badung. The restaurant situated at the same location as the Fame Hotel Sunset Road Kuta does not only offer good food and good sanitation, but also complete

facilities. One of them is playground facilities for children with a capacity of 30 children. Thus, it can be taken advantage for celebration of the anniversary or

birthday. Inside there are facilities like bath ball, swings, slide and colorful floor that looks more festive.

Popcorn Resto opened daily prepares menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The types of menus served include the Western and Indonesian menu fusion.

Especially the local menu, it offers three choices having distinctive taste, such as Balinese Curry Oxtail Soup being rich in Balinese spices and using a concoction of spices only owned Popcorn Resto.

Putri Ratmini, Sales Executive of Fame Hotel Sunset Road, shared information about the All you can eat promotion only offered at the price of IDR 40,000 where guests can take as much as possible. “For all of you, in the ‘All You Can Eat menu,” we provide 4 main courses, desert in

the form of various pudding completed with salad and pastry, while drink can choose ice tea or fruit ice, dawet, cendol,” she said.

She added that after visitors are satisfied with the meals, they can take advantage of the swimming pool to pamper them with additional charge of IDR 25,000 net only and it has included a towel.

Popcorn Restaurant with the capacity of 80 seats also has a place for selfie that may not be owned by other restaurants. Restaurant wall is decorated with various paintings which surely emerge with the existing interiors. Moreover, the traditional architecture is perfectly combined with modern elements that will be able to bring in calm and peaceful atmosphere. “Let’s try to experience the menus,” said Putri Ratmini. B N (BTN/bud)

Hibachi Voyage Restaurant Serves Delicious Menu and Attractions by Chef

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Business and Leisure

Management of Pramana Hotels Releases New Logo

day for the manageW special ment of Pramana Hotels ednesday (Sep. 20) was a

where after operating for four years it released an updated brand identity. The changes include the new logo, colors and fonts.

“We believe that the new look is more appropriate with what we have gained since 2013 as Boutique Hotel Management putting forward local wisdom in hotel design, facilities and services. All will see that this new look will be presented everywhere such as in public places, website and social

media,” said I Nyoman Sudirga Yusa, Director of PT Pramana Manajemen Internasional and Co-Founder.

Meanwhile, CEO and CoFounder Pramana, I Wayan Wardika, said the Pramana was founded with a passion for selfdevelopment to learn from the experience, literature and mentors in hospitality industry. “Armed with courage and the belief that any work carried out with sincere intentions and working spirit will result in good and sustainable output,” he continued.

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“This rebranding is carried out on the basis of business development from hotel management, spa management and villa rental. At the same time, we are also developing the brand of Pramana Hotels and Resorts affiliating with partners and investors,” added Wardika.

By remaining to adopt the philosophy of lotus flower the addition of the strands of flowers from three to five is inspired by the five particles denoting the constituent elements of the cosmic perfection.

It also represents the spirit of the five co-founders in working together to build this business from the beginning.

Regarding the color, it stays to use purple that represents honesty and transparency in communication with the team and business partners. The changes to the typeface are meant to adapt its dynamic and fast working culture.

“Hopefully, the new look and feel of the Pramana along with the spirit of the new logo will make us a team and partner in accordance with the philosophy of our logo featuring mutual benefit and sustainable cooperation,” added I Wayan Suarsa. B N (BTN/014)

Jamboree of Independent Workers Held at Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center A

total of 200 people denoting the members of the Federation of Indonesian Independent Worker Association held a jamboree at the Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center, Lebih village, Gianyar. In the camping activity, they filled their time with a variety of challenging activities, either utilizing the existing facilities or creating new games. The participants came from various cities in Indonesia, such as Surabaya, Bandung, Jakarta, Denpasar and other cities. Their activities took place for two days (Sep. 24–25). B N (BTN/015)

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hat an interesting spectacle

age Restaurant that will prepare various menus for their guests will start with unique attraction. They cook while dancing and playing the cookware. Interaction with guests is also often made, so that it invites laughter.

When having meals at this restaurant, guests will be introduced to the ingredients and the method of cooking.

Here guests get unique service offered by the way of Hibachi Voyage. The restaurant located in the center of Kuta tourism precisely at Jalan Raya Kerobokan 98, Kuta, merges the Japanese and American restaurant concept. It was founded by Tia as Directress and Graham as Managing Director.

When eating at Hibachi Voyage Restaurant, customers are free to choose the menus that will be processed directly by the chef in front of them. Such a concept is relatively new and first presented in Bali where cooking food can be directly witnessed by customers. “Guests do not only enjoy the finished food. Here we give them the opportunity to watch, so they

know the ingredients and how to prepare it,” said Samsul Azhari.

General Manger of Hibachi Voyage Restaurant, Monday (Oct. 9).

Samsul Azhari said that in Japan the menu selection offered is limited, while in Hibachi is more varied because Hibachi usually adapts to the American-style dining. Hibachi offers the menus with processed seafood, meat, fish, salads and various other menus. Incoming guests are invited to interact with friendly chef. Then, they show off their ability through the attraction of preparing the food.

If curious, visitors may also try to cook a la chef in the restaurant.

“Consumers wishing to come to Hibachi Voyage must make a reservation in advance because it only has 40 seats. We also have 4 chefs that are always ready to say hello and interact. We want to provide comfort and maintain customer privacy,” he said.

Hibachi Voyage has some prominent menus such as Wagyu Kagoshima, Omakase consisting of several items such as scallop, tuna or salmon and prawns along with salad, soup and wine. “All the menus here are halal. Here, we use sake to make sauce and fire. All the foods are still in raw condition and we cook them here in front of guests,” he explained.

The Hibachi Voyage Restaurant is open from 12:00 to 24:00.

If there are guests booked surpassing 24:00, it remains to be served. “We welcome to individuals, groups or large groups,” he concluded. B N (BTN/015)

Celebrating World Wildlife Day

Safari & Marine Park B alicommemorated Interna-

tional World Wildlife Day through creative and educative events. This celebration was attended by representatives of high schools located in the vicinity of the conservation park to participate in the competition for prizes.

With the theme of Safari on Safari, the students were given a freedom to go around the safari park area to record the list of wild-

life they found. Participants were given 4 hours to get around and take a note various animals they encountered in the tables provided.

The jury was Kadek, the assistant curator of Bali Safari & Marine Park, who did the assessment from the list in the collected table.

This activity is intended to channel the talents and interests of teenagers in the field of biology, especially the introduction to wildlife. Besides, Bali Safari is

also suitable to campaign the love to animals among young people.

Thomas Colbert, General Manager of the Bali Safari & Marine Park, said that through the event he would like to remind all about the importance of preserving and surviving animals. “We hope that this activity can foster their concern for animals so that they can become a society caring about the environment,” he said.

Thomas Colbert said added the World Wildlife Day is commemorated every October 4. This commemoration began in Florence, Italy, in 1931 at the convention of ecologists. On this date, the life of all animal is honored where the celebrations are held in various locations around the world.

“On October 4 was originally chosen as the World Wildlife Day because on that date was held a feast of Francis of Assisi, a lover of nature as well as animal and environmental protectors.” Today, the World Wildlife Day is celebrated by all animal companions of all religions and beliefs, nationalities and background,” he added. B N (BTN/015)

Candi Kurung (Kori Agung) or C rung kori agung andi

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as they are more commonly called are similar to the elaborately decorated spilt gate structures found all over Bali called candi bentar, except that kori agung are connected at the top forming more of a door frame. They symbolize mountains as the most sacred place to Balinese people.

Kori means doorway and agung means ‘great’ so kori agung represent the most important doorways or entrance gates and promote harmony wherever they are placed. Kori agung are almost always used in temples to separate the middle courtyard (madya mandala) from the inner courtyard (utamaning mandala).

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Where to Go...

Art Performance Livens Up the 111th Anniversary of Puputan Badung C

elebration of the 111 anniversary of Puputan Badung in the city of Denpasar took place vibrantly.

Various cultural performances drew the community to enliven the annual celebration. The event was opened by Mayor of Denpasar, I.B. Rai Dharmawijaya Mantra, with senior figure of the Denpasar Grand Palace, A.A. Ngurah Oka Ratmadi, marked by the blowing of trumpet at central intersection of Tainsiat hamlet, namely at the statue of Cokorda Mantuk Ring Rana on Wednesday (Sep. 20).

The event was commenced with a flower gebogan parade upheld by girls and housewives in Balinese

DENPASAR In the City

customary attires. Echo of the Gong Beri gamelan music then escorted the troops of Denpasar Grand Palace followed by the rows of flags of the royal palace. Procession of the kris dagger of Puputan Badung was begun with fragmentary show on the Puputan Badung war.

After the fragmentary show, it was resumed with the placement of kris of Puputan Badung in front of the Cokorde Mantuk Ring Rana statue by Rai Mantra with Cok Ratmadi. The whole procession was accompanied by pairs of children traditional drum troupe from the Siwer Nadi Swara art studio, Rejang Renteng Dance and followed by Grebek Aksara procession by Maha

Denpasar Tourism Office Holds Counseling through Bondres Show

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enpasar Tourism Office held tourism counseling through traditional media in the form of bondres show. The dissemination presenting the Celokontong Mas bondres art troupe took

place at Green Pedungan Ecotourism, Subak Kerdung, Pedungan village, South Denpasar subdistrict, on Sunday (Sep. 24). People were not only entertained, but also provided with education about how to manage and maintain tourism.

Acting Head of the Denpasar Tourism Office, A.A. Bagus Sudharsana, accompanied by A.A. Oka, headman of Pedungan, and local community figures, said the program of the Denpasar tourism office in 2017 is in the field of tourism, namely tourism counseling

with the aim of welcoming the World Tourism Day falling on September 27.

Other than tourism education, Bagus Sudharsana also disseminated the branding of Denpasar Sightseeing and Ecotourism. In 2016, it held dissemination of tourism counseling in Subak Sembung, Peguyangan village, North Denpasar, from the upstream to downstream. “For spatial requirements, there should be open space of 30 percent. This Subak Kerdung has the potential to be developed into ecotourism, like the development of Subak Sembung,” he said.

The tourism education is also intended to preserve the agricultural area because today the agriculture becomes the object of food security in the city of Denpasar. “In the city

Bajra Sandhi art studio, Denpasar.

Mayor Rai Mantra said that celebration of the Puputan Badung in Denpasar has become an annual agenda collaborated with Puputan Badung Festival by Tainsiat hamlet, Dangin Puri Kaja village, North Denpasar subdistrict. “This is not only the celebration of the Denpasar municipal government but also the Tainsiat hamlet as the area of the Puputan Badung war,” said Rai Mantra.

Acting Head of the Denpasar Culture Agency, Nyoman Sujati, said that hundreds of Denpasar

artists are involved in the Mahabandana Prasada. The opening procession is followed by performances of Gong Kebyar Parade and Classical Gong of Denpasar City at Puputan Badung or I Gusti Ngurah Made Agung Square.

“This event becomes a regular agenda where this year features the theme of Taksu Jna Murti Puputan meaning the spirit of Puputan Badung and manifestation of the All-Knowing of Denpasar Heading for Smart City,” she said. BTN

of Denpasar in 2017, the agricultural production of urban farming is purchased by the government of Denpasar, so there is a regular demand where the rice of farmers is purchased by civil servant cooperative of Denpasar,” he explained.

Tourism counseling taking advantage of traditional media can be directly absorbed in the community because the tourism of Denpasar city applies the urban cultural tour-

ism. On that account, disseminating government programs through the art is believed to be more understandable to the public. “With this tourism counseling, the community is expected to maintain sanitation, paddy field and the fields themselves so as not to undergo land conversion carried out by property developers,” he concluded. BTN

Denpasar Government Tourism Office : Address; Jl. Surapati No. 7 Denpasar, Ph. (0361) 234569, 223602, 231422 Fax. (0361) 223602 http://pariwisata.denpasarkota.go.id

Trash Hero Activities Make Coastal Tourism Area in Gianyar Cleaner GIANYAR

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he presence of Trash Hero is like a snowball whose movement increasingly rolls out making it bigger and bigger in

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terms of the number of participants and object of ​​the activity. “Trash Hero Indonesia is a movement caring about plastic waste, which only realizes and moves together,” said Wayan Aksara, Chairman of Trash Hero Saba who is also Chairman of Trash Hero Indonesia Foundation.

Trash Hero is a community caring for plastic waste that continues to invite and inspire people to protect the environment from plastic waste pollution. The participants are like a troop being capable of moving simultaneously that makes the location cleaner and more beautiful.

For instance, the chapter that keeps moving is the Trash Hero of Saba Chapter that routinely cleans up the beach area in Gianyar.

Interestingly, the Trash Hero Saba was formed a year ago and until now continues to move social activities of environmental care. In the movement, it often involves local

Trash Hero cleans up the beach in Gianyar district.

community, customary youth clubs (sekaa taruna) and environment-caring community. It is strongly supported

by Gianyar government through the Gianyar Environment Agency.

Coastal tourism area in Gianyar is getting more beautiful. In the past, before this community moved on a regular basis, the existence of the beach area was slum. Even if there were people cleaning it up, it was only in certain area. “Everything needs a process and togetherness of all related components, so that we can realize the environment free of plastic waste,” he said.

The beaches in the south of Gianyar town have become the destination of foreign tourists. They mostly do surfing activities on the beach because the waves are good. International surfing events are also frequently held on this beach, so their sanitation must be well maintained.

Wayan Aksara proactively invited the community to jointly protect the environment from plastic waste pollution. This is done by forming a new chapter that will be responsible in their respective area. “There are

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Hobbit house at Pedawa village

Offer sensation like ‘Lord of the Rings’ film

JEMBRANA Bull-racing Center

Bunut Bolong

unut Bolong tourism object is about 9 km to the north from Pekutatan Traditional Market, exactly in Manggissari Village, Pekutatan sub-district, approximately 60 km from Denpasar to the west or 30 km from Negara Town to the east.

The main tourism attraction in Bunut Bolong Area is the giant tree which is locally known as Bunut Tree.

This tree is very interesting, unique, myth full and sacred. It has a hole at the bottom part, which is also functioned as the main road that passed by people and all vehicles. The name Bunut Bolong itself is derived from the situation in this place which means a Bunut which has a hole.

Besides the unique tree, there is also an old temple that surrounded by a natural forest. From this place, the visitor could watch the beauty of ocean at the south part and mountains at the north while enjoying the fresh of mountainous weather. Moreover, along the way to this place, the visitors could enjoy the pleasant situation of traditional villages with the area of clove and fruits plantation, and accompanied by natural song of birds and also other wild life. BTN

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The making was inspired by the ‘Lord of the Rings’ film that tells about a small and short character called the Hobbit.

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edawa village in Banjar subdistrict, Buleleng, is not only well known as a coffee producing area or unique tradition owned. However, this village belonging to a Bali Aga or ancient village also has a tourist attraction in the form of Hobbit House.

Although it was just opened a few months ago, tourist arrivals are quite crowded. Then, what uniqueness can this village offer to visitors?

This tiny house has a unique design. The materials in use are not concrete, but coffee trunks, bamboo, tree roots, used tins and twigs of palm fruits. It can exude a natural impression, artistic nuance and classic look. “All the materials are not used anymore, so that it creates an artistic value,” said the initiator, Ketut Sudi Harta, recently.

The making was inspired by the ‘Lord of the Rings’ film that tells about a small and short character called the Hobbit. Since his body is short, then the house constructed is very small as well. “I like to watch the film. I think Hobbit is not a person with a shortage but with some advantages. Initially, it was just to cover my water reservoir and indeed there is nothing inside it,” he said.

After that, his work is gradually known to the public, especially the younger generation.

People’s visit is accompanied by taking selfie to be uploaded on their social media. Since then, the first claimed home in Bali has become the target of both local and foreign tourist visit. Not only to take pictures, they also enjoy the cool nature offered by beautiful nature plus typical coffee of Pedawa along with the sugar palm and sengait snack. “Visitors that come here are quite surprised,” he said.

On early emergence, visitors coming into the house located in the middle of clove plantation and durian orchard were not charged. However, since the management involves local youth of the village, like in the parking arrangement, finally he charges at IDR 10,000 per person. “With this amount, visitors can take selfie freely so that indirectly this attraction also empowers the surrounding residents,” said the man of three children.

Considering the village of Pedawa has the status as a tourism village, the house established on a land of 0.41 hectare is planned to be equipped with lodging accommodation, food outlet by providing traditional food of Pedawa, and traditional to modern coffee roasting place. “We will develop gradually because it requires substantial capital. Most importantly, Pedawa can be known as a Bali Aga destination,” he concluded. BTN Buleleng Government Office: Pahlawan Street 1st Singaraja, Bali - Indonesia Ph. (0362) 21146, Email: humasbuleleng@yahoo.com, Website : www.bulelengkab.go.id

Jembrana Government Office: Surapati Street No. 1 Jembrana Telp. (0365) 41210 Fax: (0365) 41010 Email: jembranatourism@yahoo.com, Website : jembranakab.go.id

Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center Holds Free Treatment

several requests for the formation of chapters outside Bali such as the chapter of Sumatera, Sulawesi, Jakarta and Bandung. They will be followed up as soon as possible.”

Currently, explained Wayan Aksara, the Trash Hero already has 11 chapters in Bali and 3 chapters outside Bali namely the Komodo, Tanjung Lombok Utara and Gili Meno chapter. “In the activities, we carry the slogan We Clean, We Educate, and We Change where each chapter moves routinely every week according to the day specified by each chapter,” he explained.

Aksara said when more and more people caring about environment, it

will be getting better. Schools are very potential institution in this social movement. Therefore, Trash Hero will always involve schools at elementary, junior high and senior high schools and even universities. “Building awareness needs strong commitment. That is the price we must pay in this movement,” he explained.

In essence, explained Aksara, everything needs a process and measure of togetherness of all related components. Hopefully, the Trash Hero activity is able to free Indonesia from plastic waste and this can be realized in accordance with the government agenda. BTN

Gianyar Government Tourism Office Address : Jl. Ngurah Rai No. 9 Gianyar Ph. (0361) 943401 Fax. (0361) 943554 website: www.diparda.gianyarkab.go.id, www.gianyartourism.com, email: admingianyar@gianyarkab.go.id, info@gianyartourism.com

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angkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center attraction helped the people of Lebih and surrounding areas by giving free medication. The heal-

ing method is quite unique, so that local villagers flocked to get recovery from their sickness. “We give free treatment with the Ayurvedic Healing,” said Made Wijaya

Kusuma amid the social activity on Sunday (Oct. 1).

The treatment services ranged from tension check, acupuncture, acupressure (massage at the point of pain), full body therapy and reflexology to non-medical sickness. The healers are professional and well-experienced mostly consisting of Ayurvedic doctors. They respectively occupied the gazebo scattered in this new destination located at Lebih village, Gianyar.

This social activity did not only invite all the Lebih villagers, but also the staff of tourist objects as well as the owners of villas and hotels around Lebih village. The other participants were staff of banks in Gianyar as well as social organizations engaged in tourism. “We are happy and proud because in addition to Lebih villagers, many participants are also from employees of villas, hotels or tourist object management wishing to get recovery,” explained Made Wijaya.

According to Made Wijaya, the social event is held in a series of commemorating the Pancasila Day, in addition to the application of Tri Hita Karana concept (harmonious with nature, community and the Creator).

Besides, he also introduced the Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center to the community.

“This new destination also has existing game facilities, such as flying fox, tree top, trekking that passes through paddy fields, swings and other games,” he explained.

Dr. Made Sagiananda said that most complaints of residents are dizziness and stress due to works. The cause may be due to over playing with smartphone and others. There are also complaints about heart disease, rheumatism, uric acid, vertigo and cancer symptoms.

“Essentially, the therapy is smoothing blood circulation. When the blood is running into the whole body, it means there is no disturbance,” he said.

One of the patients, Dewa Gede Oka, said that Lebih villagers are very serious in the matter of healing. People are very glad with this kind of healing system. Moreover, there is acupuncture treatment system, it is very good. “As villagers, we thank the healing services provided by the Rangkung Bali Siddha Holistic Center for our community,” he said. BTN (BTN/015)

October 13 - 26, 2017

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October 13 - 26, 2017

Fairmont Sanur Combats against Plastic Waste To keep our earth having given its grace to all of us, namely on the land, sea and air, we must make every effort as much as possible considering the life on earth is the responsibility of all the planet’s inhabitants,” said Director of Operations of Fairmont Hotel Sanur, Erlangga Farizky.

“Even though we do not do great things, having a positive contribution is quite important. We continuously do small things and provide education and awareness on the importance of preserving our environment in order to sustain better lives,” added Farizky.

“Plastic waste has become a crucial issue, so that we are at this hotel trying to keep taking advantage of this waste. Thus, it

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gives economic value, and reduce plastic waste, in cooperation with Eco Brick Foundation where plastic waste is processed into various useful items such as desks and other furniture,” explained Ni Wayan Wirati, Spa & Leisure Manager, as well as Chairwoman and CSR of Fairmont Hotel.

“Considering the Fairmont Hotel having been operating with 94 suites and 26 villas since 2013 located at Semawang, it will have a responsibility to participate in maintaining and even improving the current coastal conditions in collaboration with the Coral Triangle Center (CTC) Foundation.

For three years until now, we have planted more than 20 baby corals on the coast of Semawang,” added Wirati. BTN (BTN/014)

he activities of making banten or offerings to be dedicated to God become an attraction for tourists at Puri Maharani Hotel. This cultural activity of the Hindu community in Bali is indeed regularly carried out every day, not deliberately packed into tourist attraction. In fact, it is much favored by hotel guests.

The activities of majejahitan (making the offerings) and arranging them are very interested for guests of this hotel. Other than seeing, they also try to make it,” said Operations Manager Ni Wayan Cici Suriastini.

Cici Suriastini, on the sidelines of the assessment of Green Hotel on Monday (Sep. 25) said that the

activity to prepare the oblations is usually carried out in the afternoon by the owner of the Puri Maharani Hotel with her family. The oblations are made from banana leaf and various kinds of colorful flowers for the offerings on the following day. “When the afternoon comes, tourists are waiting on the terrace of the pavilion to witness the cultural activities of Balinese people,” she explained.

Various types of local plants growing in the area also become an attraction. For instance, there are rare plants of old age and even have existed before this hotel was established. “We are grateful that Puri Maharani Hotel has been incorporated in the green hotel program through which we are also getting direct coaching related to the realization of the eco-friendly hotel not only to maintain the sanitation and nature conservation in the company but also to maintain relationship with the community in the hotel environment,” she said.

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their hobby, especially splashing with water. “General public can take advantage of this pool,” said Pande, technical officer, amid the visit of Green Hotel’s reviewers, recently.

In addition to getting satisfied with swimming, people can also take advantage of slide, swing and other game facilities.

However, in order to be able to swim, people should pay maintenance fee worth IDR 50,000 or IDR 60,000 including snack and fritters. They get towel, shampoo and soap amenities.

“On Saturdays and Sundays, the pool is usually thronged by many visitors consisting of children and their families,” he said. BTN (BTN/015)

ave you ever heard a hotel raising cow? Well, it is carried out by the Mercure Resort Sanur at one corner of the hotel. This four-legged animal is not meant to add hotel’s revenue, but as an icon of Mercure Resort Sanur as well as a tourist attraction. “The cow is named Angelique having been raised since four years ago. It is fed with grass and food remnants of hotel,” said Eurika, Learning and Development Officer of Mercure Resort Sanur.

Eurika said that Angelique’s comfort and health are always well maintained, so that it is provided with a special wooden hut. Sanitation of the hut is always maintained as well, so that tourists wishing to see feel comfortable and safe.

“Angelique is also in charge of flattening the sand on the beach, so the beach panorama becomes more beautiful. Actually there has been an officer in charge of it, but Angelique only serves as a tourist

attraction. Indeed, it is favored by many tourists,” he said.

Bunga, Assistant Purchasing Manager, said that other than raising cow, Mercure Resort Sanur also maintains garden or better known as living kitchen. The hotel garden grows various plants for kitchen purposes, such as chili, eggplant, tomatoes, ginger, aromatic ginger and others. “Various crops in this garden are taken care with recycled liquid waste,” she explained.

Each department must maintain plants utilizing kitchen waste. At first, they are put in a pot stored on the table. After growing bigger, they are planted in the garden.

“Mercure Resort Sanur has 10 departments, and every department has unused laps. The types of plant owned by each department are different taken from the rest of wet garbage. There are melon, papaya, orange and others,” she concluded.

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No one wants to be a refugee either due to natural disasters, war, economic difficulties or whatever the reason is. The most comfortable and safe place is certainly at one’s own home, home sweet home. However, the facts frequently give the opposite reality.

They must evacuate and leave their homes, paddy fields, moors as well as livestock. dult people must leave their job while children leave their school and home to a new place called refugee camp. Indeed, they do not entirely live in refugee camps. Some also go to their relatives’ home.

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This is what happens today. When the Mount Agung shows its volcanic activity approximately 140,000 people are forced to evacuate to a safer place with all the provisions and properties that can be brought.

There is a lesson that can be learned from this incident namely the implementation of the concept of manyama braya (mutual assistance) owned by Balinese people. Menyama braya can be freely interpreted as a sense of brotherhood in wider context. It tends to refer to feeling, heart, thought and so on. It does not only refer to the action. It is sense of ‘being in the same boat’ when seeing others are suffering as hit by disaster.

Why not, as soon as there is a wave of evacuation after the Mount Agung was declared to be in warning status, without any command Balinese people distribute their assistance in the form of food, medicine, blankets as well as clothes or others. All people are united under the command of the government.

Thousands of volunteers joined in to lend a hand. This is the concept of manyama braya totally applied as the ancestral concept that has a universal nature. It is eliminating the bulkhead of differences among human beings that we are truly brothers. It’s truly extraordinary. It is a sense of empathy, sympathy and then going hand in hand to help others in need due to disaster. B N

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Regent of Badung Giri Prasta (center left) and Deputy Mayor of Brescia, Laura.

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eputy Mayor of Brescia Laura gave an appreciation to the implementation of the sales mission conducted by Badung government to Brescia, Italy. As a form of gratitude, she submitted the Encyclopedia of Brescia Tourism to the Badung Regent, I Nyoman Giri Prasta. This was conveyed by the Head of the Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra, on Sunday

(Oct. 1).

This activity has been going on since last Thursday (Sep. 28) and ended last Sunday. The entourage was directly led by Regent Giri Prasta accompanied by the Head of the Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra, and Chairman of the Regional Tourism Promotion Board (BPBD) Badung, I Gusti Ngurah Rai Suryawijaya, who is also Chairman of the Indonesia

Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) Badung. The entourage was received at the Brescia Mayor’s office.

During the visit, a series of tourism promotion activities were deliberately held by inviting relevant stakeholders. The event entitled Time to Love Bali-Italy as well as Inaugurating Brand Ambassador of Badung-Bali Tourism at Luxury La Sosta Restaurant was followed by 60 VIP invitees.

It was held on Thursday (Sep. 28) and attended by Deputy Mayor of Brescia Laura. “In the VIP Dinner Business Meeting, Deputy Mayor of Brescia Laura in her speech expressed her deepest appreciation and gratitude, especially to the government of Badung district, Bali, for this good cooperation,” said the Head of the Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra.

After the speech by Deputy Mayor of Brescia Laura, the event was resumed with a dialogue about the development of tourism in Bali, especially in Badung, including the conversation on the current situation of Mount Agung.

“On the visit, the Regent Giri Prasta confirmed that the condition of Mount Agung in general does not affect tourism, flight is normal as usual and tourist objects remain safe for tourists because the affected areas are only within the radius of 9-12 kilometers,” said Badra.

At the same event, it was also carried out the appointment of Giacomo Maiolini as Tourism Brand Ambassador. “He is a businessman in the field of PH and engaged in art and culture as well as has a wide influence in Brescia, Milan. So, we are optimistic it will have a positive impact in order to increase the visit of Italian

tourists to Bali,” hoped Badra.

The next activity of the sales mission entourage was Charity Dinner. This activity was attended by 1,000 invited guests. Moreover, it was also attended by the official from the Indonesian Embassy in Rome, Charles F. Hutapea. “In the event was presented the video of Explore Badung, a means of Badung tourism promotion. In fact, it got a very lively applause. This is a great promotion. Hopefully, this can bring in more tourists from Italy to Bali, because today Italian tourists are still ranked fifth from Europe visiting Bali, to Badung in particular,” he said. B N (BTN/kmb)

“Avilla Learning Center: Practical FUN and Impactful” Avilla Learning Center (ALC) is a program offered by Avilla Bali Hospitality since the beginning of 2017. Current trend in hospitality business is how to generate and maintain positive customer experience for the services extended.

This makes the task of people in hospitality field be unable to entirely be replaced with machine.

This happens because the intimacy built by humans will be different from services performed by machine.

Therefore, human resources are essential to hospitality field.

Unfortunately, the demand for quality human resources is not matched by sufficient availability.

This becomes the background of the Avilla Bali Hospitality to establish the Avilla Bali Learning Center (ALC. The trainers invited as speakers are the practitioners who are expert in their respective field, namely Iwan Setiawan (CMTA - TQ / Professional Hospitality Trainer & Motivator) and IGAN Darma Suyasa (CHA / Corporate GM of Avilla Bali Hospitality).

The materials presented by the

speakers are also closely related to hospitality field. With the practical teaching system, the participants are expected to absorb the knowledge delivered and can be applied directly in their work environment and provide a positive impact for the company.

The following is the schedule of the Avilla Bali Learning Center (ALC) for October 2017 located at Berry Biz Hotel, Jalan Sunset Road No. 99 Kuta. For further information and registration, please contact: Mitha (089 697 558598).

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imes may change, appearance may look different. However, for painting business, it remains the same as in the past, namely the paintings like the Batuan style.

“Since childhood up to now, I still paint in Batuan style. This art heritage is very unique and has a level of complexity. So naturally, many people favor the painting style such as local people, tourists and collectors,” he said.

This is the principle owned by the artist named I Ketut Wirtawan. Other than being one of the successors of Gambuh typical drama of Batuan village, Sukawati subdistrict, Gianyar, he also still actively scratches on canvas or paper. This is not a routine activity, but painting has become his hobby. Thus, he feels there is something less when he is not yet able to paint.

This man of Gianyar born on July 23, 1969 has painted since the age of 4 years. The themes featured are mostly on puppet and daily life of Balinese people. The media he uses are canvas as well as paper, but in small size. Painting on canvas is not the same.

There is a size of 100 x 70 cm, 180 x 120 cm, 70 x 50 cm and 45 x 35 cm. “I just painted them. If anyone buys, it is okay. Otherwise, it does not matter,” he said innocently.

This father of Ni Wayan Nreta Luhur and Ni Made Swastidewi does not have any special time for painting. He used to paint amid his dance class for tourists or the local community. Understandably, he is the heir of Kakul Mas Dance Studio of Batuan village that always shares the art knowledge with others. “I have no special time for painting, but it can be every day as painting has become a hobby since childhood,” he explained.

In marketing affairs, explained Wirtawan, he has roamed around the world to various countries through dancing activities. He claimed to have no definite market because it is not the main purpose.

“Many paintings are bought by tourists who are learning to dance in this studio. There are also people ordering the painting or the paintings are sold in exhibition,” he said.

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hadewa Batuan. There were also overseas exhibitions such as in Japan (1998), but he only sent the painting works. “Sometimes I do not have more time to paint. I also used to make masks to dance, such as the hard mask, old mask, Arsa Wijaya mask, bondres mask and Sidhakarya mask,” he explained.

According to him, during his childhood he was very creative.

After leaving school instead of going straight to home, he was saw people drawing. Understandably, Batuan village residents are also known as painters with the Batuan style. He then learned to draw at home. Incidentally his father (I Ketut Kantor) could also draw other than dancing. He got inspiration from his father’s painting. “I once stole a picture of my father to be emulated. Thankfully, he was not angry, he even supported me,” recalled Wirtawan. B N (BTN/015)

Peace as Basic Capital for Tourism Industry eace is a condition perceived and it needs an effort to find it. Peace within one’s self can be accessed by disciplining one’s self through seven layers of the self ranging from the harshest element to the most delicate element. Everyone likes peace and beauty, but not everyone wants to do it. To find out peace, one must practice diligently and discipline himself with compassion.

This was conveyed by Steering Committee of the Echo of Peace, Ida Rsi Wisesanatha, at the Peace Forum of Tourism Figure in Peace Gong, Kertalangu, on Sunday (Oct. 1). There are elements in human brain containing natural morphine called endorphins. This can be generated through quality meditation and sports, sleep and quality sex. “Let us together invite our friends to find the meaning of peace within ourselves,” he said.

Chairman of the Indonesia Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) Bali, Dr. Cokorde Artha Ardana Sukawati, familiarly addressed as Cok Ace said that peace is the absolute requirement and basic capital for tourism industry. To find peace in Bali, society must always maintain their nature physically and psychically. “There is another unseen power we really have, namely the Land of Mother Earth of Bali. This strength must be maintained well so that Bali is always peaceful and comfortable,” he said.

Ida Penglingsir Agung Putra Sukahet said that peace and harmony are not enough when just talked about but must be strived and fought for. “Peace and harmony of life among fellow residents are a fixed price as we hold the consensus of the nation under the Pancasila, 1945 Constitution and Unity in Diversity and Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia

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The senior figures of Bali, he continued, have inherited such noble norms as Vasudhaiva Kuthumbhakam meaning that we are all brothers. There is also a Balinese maxim known as manyama braya sagilik saguluk salunglung sebayantaka. “It has become a guideline for Hindus in Bali. All religions are good and noble, so that all need to be respected,” he said.

Meanwhile, Chairman of the Indonesian Hotel General Manager Association (IHGMA) of Bali Chapter, I Nyoman Astama, revealed the meaning of DAMAI (peace) into five letters namely D (Dharma = Virtue), A (Anresangsia = Unselfish), M (Maitri = Solidarity

social), A (Arjawa = honesty) and I (Remember the God Almighty).

“When the meaning of the word DAMAI is firmly held, then peace will surely be realized from individual self and then spreads to others,” he affirmed.

Chairman of the Committee, Ramia Adnyana, said that Peace Forum of Tourism Figures was attended by approximately 250 people and stakeholders of Bali tourism. It is held in a series of the Echoes of Peace having been started since August 1 to 7 and the peak of it will be held on October 7, 2017 at the east part of the Bajra Sandhi Monument.

“Let’s make the Peak of the Echoes of Peace into our Celebration Day,” he said. B N (BTN/015)

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Bali is the best place for yoga Leona also said that Bali is a perfect place for Yoga.

“We think that Bali is like a diamond, the nature is everywhere and it is so important to protect it. We were disappointed to see rubbish everywhere.

No bin in the street, no bin in the front of each house and we learnt that there is no waste-collection system. This is too bad. It is so important for your kids and the future,” Leona added.

“Moving is life and yoga is a perfect way to move, to be marvelous, to renew contact with yourself, to feel your body and relearn to know yourself. It is magic. At the beginning, it’s always complicated and challenging, but if everybody perseveres through physical rigours, they will improve their practice. Bit by bit, they will find their balance and an amazing feeling of wellness.

We are so happy, thanks to Shanti toya we know that yoga will play a larger role in our daily life! In addition, practicing yoga is a perfect way to find answers and to have a clearer spirit. We were so stressed in France ! This is like a new beginning here.”

Said the woman who is also the chief editor of the magazine “COACH for her.

In the end, Leona explained that Bali as tourism destination must have support systems, one of them is waste management system. “We think it is really vital for Bali to set a wastecollection system like we can have in France or other countries to survive and to stay a beautiful place to live and to visit,” she concluded.

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oga leads to wellness in the body and soul. That is stated by Leona, a international Certified Personal Trainer from the National Academy of Sports Medicine. “We only practiced sometimes in France but since this week at Shanti Toya, we want to practice every day. This is the best morning routine for us.

We never felt so good before,” she added.

Leona who is also a blogger on www.FitYourDreams.com and a columnist for some French fitness and wellness magazines and websites is currently in Bali after traveling all around Australia with her husband Warren since February 2017.

“Coming in Bali was logic because we wanted to discover your beautiful country. When we arrived, we directly went to Shanti Toya to dive into yoga and learn about your culture.” she explained.

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Green School Holds Green Educator Course reen School, a private non-profit school in Bali, once again organized a Green Educator Course (GEC). It is for the first time held in Bahasa Indonesia taking place on October 16-20, 2017. “The program aims to facilitate Indonesian teachers to teach environmentally-based education to young people through innovative teaching strategies.

This can be implemented both inside and outside classroom,” said President of Green School Bali, Tirka Widanti.

Tirka Widanti who is also Chairperson of the Kulkul Foundation said the current GEC features the theme ‘Inculcating the concept of Environmental Sustainability in Teaching and Learning Process.’ Through this theme, GEC invites Indonesian teachers and environmentalists to take part in a one-week training program with the Green School community in Bali. Green School has been holding GEC since 2013 with hundreds of participants from twenty countries, including America, Australia, the Netherlands, Japan, China and Cambodia.

GEC in Bahasa Indonesia, explained Tirka Widanti, has some uniqueness. Firstly, it is in line with the government of Indonesia having integrated thematic concept in the Indonesian education curriculum since 2013. The program also focuses on strategies to integrate different subjects into a theme. “Participants will learn a variety of pedagogies to involve students as well as em-

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’’Mapantigan’’ Tradisional bed the concept of environmental sustainability in classroom,” she explained.

Secondly, GEC participants have the opportunity to hear firsthand the history and process of establishing an environmentallybased Green School curriculum from speakers with the expertise and experience in designing the Green School curriculum.

Thirdly, the Green Educator Course collaborates with several social enterprises in Green School, such as: (1) KemBali (http://www. greenschool.org/weekly-newsletter/mar-28-2014/KemBali#.

Wc37Vo9L_IU), the center for waste processing at Green School that also educates about waste management to local schools in Bali; and (2) Bio Bus (https:// www.gsbiobus.org/), a social enterprise initiated by Green School

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students that collects and processes waste cooking oil into biodiesel fuel for school buses, where the final waste can still be processed into soap. Thus, the whole process becomes waste-free (zero waste).

Fourthly, the participants are also involved in outdoor activities such as Trash Walk with Green School founder John Hardy and Balinese cultural activities integrated in the Green School environment named mepantigan martial arts accompanied with music and dance in the Green School mud pond.

For more information, please visit the Green Educator Course website at the following address: http://events.greenschool.org/educatorcourse/ or contact Sanne van Oort, Green Educator Course Coordinator, Green School Bali, sanne. vanoort@greenschool.org.

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leganjur gamelan music was played. Hundreds of villagers then threw tipat (rice bag) bantal (pillow-like cake) each other. Although, they seemed to mutually reciprocate, between the two camps (people in the north and south) did not keep any revenge. Their throw was not focused on particular person, but to the air above the opposite camp. Although this looked like a war, they cheered each other due to excitement.

It is the atmosphere of the Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon ritual or often known as the Siat Tipat Bantal at Kapal customary village, Mengwi, Badung district, Thursday (Oct. 5).

Hundreds of Kapal customary villagers were involved in the Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon.

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The ritual was followed by all Kapal customary villagers. All the villagers were then divided into two camps, namely the northern camp and southern camp. At first, the two camps held a ceremony in the temple and were then resumed with worship at the outermost courtyard of the Desa/Puseh temple of Kapal. Thousands of tipat and bantal were prepared by the temple apparatus. After dividing them, they were thrown each other like a war accompanied with bleganjur gamelan music.

Chief of Kapal customary village, Ketut Sudarsana, said that Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon formerly known as perang tipat (tipat war) is an annual ritual having been carried out for generations at Kapal customary village. This tradition is then preserved, so that it is always carried out by the Kapal customary village. “This activity aims to invoke prosperity for all customary villagers of Kapal,” he said.

Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon has the meaning of offerings or an expression of gratitude before God in his manifestation

Tourism College under Ministry of Tourism Holds Entrepreneurship Workshop n this modern time, the entrepreneurial culture for students and lecturers of tourism college (PTP) should be further improved.

Students and lecturers should not only have enough knowledge, but should also be balanced with entrepreneurial skills. Therefore, the Ministry of Tourism cooperates with the School of Business Management of the Bandung Institute of Technology (SBM-ITB) to carry out Entrepreneurship Workshop at Widyatula MICE Building of Bali Tourism Institute (STP) Nusa Dua, Badung on Monday (Oct. 2) taking place until October 6.

The workshop serves as the manifestation in fostering business incubator with the theme of “Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Development of Wonderful Indonesia Tourism Entrepreneurship.” This workshop presented three resource persons, namely Mr. Yeo Li Pheow, Principal of the Polytechnic of the Republic of Singapore, Mr. Yap Chin Siang, Assistant Chief Executive, Policy and Planning, STB and Ms. Dewi, Deputy Director of the STPNB. Meanwhile, a total of 50 participants from STP Bali, Tourism Polytechnic of Makassar, Tourism Polytechnic of Medan, Tourism Polytechnic of Lombok, Tourism Polytechnic of Palembang and STP Bandung joined the workshop. In this event, the STP Bali served as the host. “We hope this joint workshop activity can pro-

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vide greatest benefit for all of us, especially the participants,” said Chairperson of the Committee who is also Assistant Chairperson IV of Cooperation Division of the STP Nusa Dua Bali, I Gusti Ayu Dewi Hendriyani.

This workshop activity strengthens the cooperation between PTP of the Ministry of Tourism and SBM-ITB. Besides, it also develops human resources (HR) in the field of tourism entrepreneurship. “It is meant to provide knowledge about the regional tourism cooperation model, entrepreneurship curriculum, tourism business financing model, lecturer capacity building in entrepreneurship and sharing knowledge about entrepreneurship practices in tourism,” she explained.

In addition, it also intended to improve the capability of teaching and learning process and establishing cooperation between the academicians in the field of tourism entrepreneurship. “STP Nusa Dua Bali is very proud to be appointed as a joint workshop host. This is the implementation of cooperation of the six tourism colleges under the Ministry of Tourism and SBMITB,” she explained.

The materials presented in the workshop included the business competition judging, village tourism cooperation model, entrepreneurship curriculum, tourism business financing model, lecturer capacity building in entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship capacity building and training for business incubator management.

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as Lord Shiva. Aci means ‘offering,’ Tabuh means ‘echoing,’ Rah means ‘power’ and Pengangon is another name of Lord Shiva.

“Mutual throw of tipat and bantal is aimed to bring together the symbol of pradhana (female) and purusha (male), resulting in fertility,” he explained.

Ketut Sudarsana asserted that Aci Tabuh Rah Pengangon is held by customary village because all the villages participated to enjoy the welfare.

It is bringing together the tipat as symbol of ocean, pradhana (female) and bantal as symbol of mountain, purusha (male).

Uniting the ocean and mountain is believed to be able to create life. “Two different things will present a life that can produce a good life,” he said.

Tipat and bantal thrown are not to target the opponent’s body but to make them both merge in the air and then fall to the ground. This symbolizes the rendezvous of purusha and pradhana which then produces a seed of life.

Remnants of the scattered tipat and bantal are the collected again. Those remaining intact are distributed back to residents for consumption, while the infeasible ones are distributed to residents to be scattered in paddy fields and used as animal feed. It is meant to invoke a good life seed for residents, animals and plants.

Sudarsana explained the tradition was started to be implemented in 1339. It marked

the arrival of prime minister of Singasari dynasty in Bali, namely Ki Kebo Waruya. He received a mandate from the Balinese King named Asta Sura Ratna Bumi Banten to renovate the Purusada Temple at Kapal village. When arriving at Kapal, his heart was touched when seeing the condition of local village experiencing famine season.

Seeing such condition, he then invoked to deity abiding at Purusada Temple in order to bestow his graces. After applying for it, he was given instructions to perform the aci or ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva by means of tipat and bantal followed by all the Kapal customary villagers.

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by Kuta Beach is becoming the turtle habitat. Many people do not know if formerly Kuta Beach was the habitat to this rare animal. However, as being on the verge of extinction, it is now very rarely seen on Kuta Beach. To continue preserving this turtle, on Kuta Beach is built a turtle breeding. If you

are lucky, you can see the activity of turtle release to the open sea.

Kuta Beach is a Bali’s icon becoming the destination to be visited by various ethnic groups from various parts of the world. Citizens of the world certainly agree with the maxim “Traveling to Bali without visiting Kuta is not complete!”

Kuta Beach uta Beach is located on the southern part of Bali Island, 1.5 km from Ngurah Rai Airport and can be reached within just 5 minutes or 20 minutes from downtown Denpasar by car. Kuta Beach has a length of about 1,500 meters.

Formerly, Kuta village and its beach was a fishing village whose existence was very tranquil.

In addition, Kuta Beach was also used as a commercial and maritime port by royal kingdoms in Bali. Now, it has turned into an international small town equipped with the facilities and tourism-supporting infrastructure. This white sandy beach is very popular among tourists to sunbathe, enjoy the sunset view or to surf.

Kuta Beach itself has developed since the 1960s when European tourists first traveled to Bali and witnessed the beauty of Kuta Beach. In the 1970s, tourist arrivals peaked in Bali and triggered the development of Kuta as what we see today.

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Want to take selfie at ATM? Visit this fun location ssuredly it is not an ATM of any kind. To be sure, it has nothing to do with automated teller machines used to withdraw money. It stands for Anjungan Tukad Melangit (ATM) or

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literally meaning the platform of Melangit River located at Antugan hamlet, Jehem village, Tembuku, Bangli, as one of the favorite places for travelers that like to take selfie.

At this ATM, visitors cannot only take pictures with the background of natural beauty of the Melangit River, but also in the swing and some other selfie facilities.

Before becoming the target of travelers, the ATM was once made

only by local youths to simply hang out together. The materials used to make the platform are only sober ones, namely wood and bamboo.

However, after visitors took selfie and was uploaded to social media, the platform is getting more crowded with tourist visits.

Operations Manager of the ATM, I Wayan Lendra, recently said the ATM has been famous since more than a year ago. Seeing the number of incoming visitors, he continues to make improvements and arrangement. If formerly there used to be only one platform, now there have been three permanently built platforms. “We

make them permanent for the convenience of visitors,” he explained.

In addition to the platform, the ATM management also offers several other facilities suitable for taking pictures such as traditional swing and heart-shaped bamboo cane work. At the ATM, visitors can also feel the sensation of camping and picking oranges in person.

If previously visitors to the ATM were only charged a voluntary levy, now the management charges admission ticket worth IDR 10,000 for adult and IDR 5,000 for child of domestic tourists. Meanwhile, foreign tourists are charged IDR 15,000 per

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person. So far, Lendra admitted that the rate of tourist visits to ATM is now increasing. On typical days, the average visit rate reaches tens of people per day, while on holidays it increases up to 80 percent more.

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Tumpek Bubuh

A Moment to Love Nature

umpek Bubuh or Tumpek Wariga also called Tumpek Pengatag poses the descent of Lord Shiva to maintain the harmony of life in the world. Celebration of this tumpek falls 25 days before Galungan Day and aims in order the plants growing to produce leaves, flower and fruits around us can meet the needs of human beings.

In the Hindu conception, on the Tumpek Pengatag devotees offer oblations to Supreme God in the manifestation as Lord Shankar, master of the plants manifested through the trees. Indeed, according to the Balinese literary traditions, the plants can grow and provide yield to humans is due to the role of Lord Shankar. Therefore, thanksgiving and homage to Lord Shankar should be undertaken by humans through loving all kinds of plants.

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directed to the plants. They play an important role in providing life for human. Almost all the needs of human beings are yielded by plants, ranging from food, clothing and housing.

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Baturiti Introduces Ulundanu Dance in Tabanan Fiesta # 1

he moment of commemorating the 524 th anniversary of Tabanan town held through roadshow in Tabanan Fiesta # 1 is expected to be an opportunity for each subdistrict to highlight the entire potential, both the natural and cultural potential. It was seen in the implementation of the Tabanan Fiesta # 1 held for the third time in Baturiti subdistrict on Sunday (Oct. 8).

In the event, Baturiti subdistrict introduced its mascot in the form of a dance named the Ulundanu Dance. The appearance of the contemporary dance was initiated by the Regent of Tabanan, Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti, who previously

also initiated the mascot dance of Tabanan district namely the Sandat Serasi. This dance composition can add the charm of Baturiti subdistrict through the art and culture although it has been fascinating with the existence of the Ulundanu Beratan having been known to local and foreign tourists.

Process of creating the dance involved I Wayan Juana Adi Saputra better known as Dadong Rerod as a dancer and I Wayan Muder as choreographer. The contemporary dance inspired by the beauty of Ulundanu Beratan and Hindu philosophy related to the abode of Goddess Danu, the goddess bestowing fertility to farmers in

Cultural Parade Starts Series of the 524th Anniversary of Tabanan Town hereful and happy faces were showed by thousands of Tabanan people consisting of children, teenagers and old people thronging the Wagimin Square at Jambe, Tabanan, on Monday (Sep. 25). Understandably, they did not want to pass the excitement of Tabanan Fiesta and Tabanan Cultural Parade commencing the series of celebration of the 524th anniversary of Tabanan town. In addition to performing various cultural performances, the celebration was also jazzed up with various typical cuisines of Tabanan.

Classical, traditional and contemporary art performances were equally fascinating. All of them were presented beautifully by the village youth clubs and dance studios in Tabanan sub-district. Presentation of the artists delivered the message in accordance with the theme of the anniversary of Tabanan town namely the Bhuana Kertih with a thorough meaning depicting the potential of fertile and extraordinary nature. The Cultural Parade was opened by the Regent of Tabanan, Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti, marked by the beating of gong.

The atmosphere was getting moved when the scene of harmonious religious life in Tabanan district was presented through the Adrah art performance by Muslim children welcoming the presence of the regent of Tabanan. Then, it was resumed with the appearance of Barongsai Dance accompanied with traditional gamelan by children of Chinese descent. Finally, it was the turn of mascot dance of Tabanan entitled Bungan Sandat Serasi (harmonious ylang-ylang) and the work of dance maestro of Tabanan town namely Oleg Tamulilingan Dance and other arts.

Regent Eka said that through the opening of the 524th anniversary of Tabanan town the whole community is expected to always maintain and grow the sense of unity and pride to the region. It is in harmony with the vision of the government of Tabanan district, namely realizing the prosperous, secure and excelled Tabanan.

“Implementation of the town anniversary was marked with a road show to the ten subdistricts in Tabanan, so that it can be experienced by all levels of society across the ten subdistricts,” she said.

Regent Eka emphasized that implementation of the town anniversary should promote local products of Tabanan, raise local wisdom both the craft and food so that they can be introduced to the public. “So, I affirm the local wisdom we have should be presented in this town anniversary. Hopefully, the SME business can be well organized so that they are able to perform in this event,” she concluded. On that occasion, Regent Eka also provided insurance to fishermen as a form of caring for them.

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Bali, was presented in front of various parties.

In addition to Regent Eka, this dance was also witnessed by Chairman of the Bali House of Representatives, I Nyoman Adi Wiryatama, who is also responsible for the art studio performing the dance. There were also members of the Bali House of Representatives as well as the Tabanan House of Representatives from Baturiti subdistrict. The others were Regional Secretary of Tabanan district, I Nyoman Wirna Ariwangsa, and agency heads in the Tabanan government.

Related to the mascot, Regent Eka in her speech absolutely appreciated to the artists getting involved in the creation process.

Moreover, she frequently watched the creation process. “Why is this dance created? It serves as our appreciation and love to our customs

and culture. Our nation becomes great because of culture. People from all over the world come to Bali due to the culture and customs owned,” she said.

This dance, she added, serves as an effort to raise local wisdom, especially Baturiti subdistrict, one of which is better known for the existence of Ulundanu Beratan.

“By that way, the residents have their pride. Hopefully, the other subdistricts will also have their own mascot,” she hoped.

In addition to the arts, the Tabanan Fiesta # 1 event also gives an opportunity to showcase the natural potential owned by Baturiti subdistrict especially in agriculture and horticulture. Likewise, it has other potential in the form of a variety of handicrafts and processed products of the SMEs from 12 villages.

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niversity of Dhyana Pura (Undhira Bali) welcomed 130 tourism students and lecturers from the Dili Institute of Technology (DIT) in its

Badung campus on September 28.

The students of Timor Leste were in Bali as a part of annual study tour of the DIT Tourism Faculty.

While enjoying Bali, the students

also had the opportunity to learn about tourism management in Undhira—as both higher educational institutions have developed a close working relationship taking place over many years.

At the Undhira, the DIT students attended a lecture of leading tourism researcher and Undhira’s Deputy Rector of Academic and Student Affairs, Dr. I Gusti Bagus Rai Utama. In his presentation, Dr. Rai Utama invited students to explore the strategies and ethics in planning an ecotourism object.

By using Lake Tamblingan, Bali, as the case study, Dr. Rai Utama encouraged students to reflect on the potentials of ecotourism in their homeland and to create strategic planning that are

simultaneously economically viable, ethical and sustainable.

In an interactive session, the students learned that to plan and execute an ecotourism object, a developer must think about the core attraction, facilities, infrastructure, transportation, capital required and intangible hospitality. “Tourism has to consider quality that must consist of quality of travelers’ experience, quality of economic returns for tourism entrepreneurs and the region itself, as well as quality of life of the people living around the tourist object,” asserted Dr. Rai Utama.

Undhira and DIT continually cooperate in many different areas.

One of which is tourism and hospitality development. This year’s visit was attended by Director of Planning and External Cooperation of DIT, the Dean of Tourism Faculty of DIT, and the Deputy Rector of Operations of Undhira. One of the Undhira’s “Seven Characters” is global outlook for which it strives to expand cooperation with various institutions around the globe—with the aim of preparing competent and confident students for an increasingly cooperative and competitive workplace.

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Regent Giri Prasta Leads Sales Mission to Italy

ourism promotion becomes one of the priority programs of Badung government during the leadership of Regent I Nyoman Giri Prasta.

Moreover, the regent himself has to get involved directly in the sales mission or tourism promotion to Italy. This tourism promotion is meant to boost tourist visits from European continent especially Italy.

All this time, tourists from Europe are still fewer than tourists from other continents. Based on the records of the tourism office, the foreign tourist visit to Bali and Badung in particular is still dominated by foreign tourists from China, Australia, India, England and Japan. By promoting tourism to Italy, the government expected the level of tourist arrivals to Bali will increase.

In his trip to Italy, Regent Giri Prasta was accompanied by the Head of Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra, the Head of the Badung Tourism Promotion Board (BPPD), I Gusti Ngurah Rai Suryawijaya, who is also Chairman of the Indonesia Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) Badung.

In Italy, the regent’s entourage was received at the office of the Mayor of Brescia.

The agenda of Regent Giri

Prasta in Italy is quite busy. Promotion to relevant stakeholders in Italy was conducted on Thursday (Sep. 28) and took place until Sunday (Oct. 1).

Other than promoting the potential of tourism owned by the Island of the Gods namely the panorama of nature, it also promotes the Balinese art, customs and culture having become the characteristic.

“This is the agenda of the regent during the promotion of tourism potentials owned by Bali, especially Badung,” said Spokesperson of Badung regent, Putu Ngurah Thomas Yuniarta, who is also the Head of Spokesperson of the Regional Secretariat of Badung government.

Thomas Yuniarta affirmed that holiday promotion like this is frequently done by Badung government. Moreover, according to this former Abiansemal subdistrict head Badung is always present in some international events.

In addition to tourism promotion to Italy, the BPPD together with the tourism office throughout 2017 has toured to a number of countries in the series of tourism promotion. In March, for example, the BPPD with tourism office and relevant stakeholders organized sales mission to ITB Berlin 2017 and European Sales Mission.

Then, in the following month was resumed with promotion to China.

After to China, the entourage directly conducted sales mission to the Middle East. Last May, it participated in the Gebyar Wisata Nusantara in Jakarta, Korean Sales Mission to South Korea (June) resumed with the ‘Bali & Beyond Travel Fair 2017.’ In the meantime, last July was filled with a sales mission to Australia and sales mission to India in July until the end of August.

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he hospitality industry doesn’t fall far behind in keeping up with the technological advances of today.

It encourages villa and hotel to provide all of the conveniences of traveler. The core principle of a successful hospitality management is to anticipate guest’s need including technological needs. It was stated by Putu Sariasih, the Director of Sales & Marketing for Maca Group.

“Now days, technology may one of the most important things to support live, including in marketing side. Digital marketing has an important role a long with

traditional marketing. Both traditional and digital marketing have own up and down side,” she said.

Sariasih also explained that the way of booking made to the hotel also has change, with the growth of the internet and the emergence of a whole new trend of millennial-travel. Online Travel Agencies or OTAs have become the dominant channel in travel industry compare to offline travel agent.

“At Maca Group, we use traditional marketing methods to support our digital. We also use both offline and online channel for our reservation. 40% of our

tudents of the Indonesia Art Institute (ISI) Denpasar unceasingly spread a happy smile due to their happiness. Understandably, they have borne the status as a graduate proving the completion of their lecture. This new status as graduate was inaugurated by the Rector of ISI Denpasar Prof. Dr. I Gede Arya Sugiartha at Citta Kelangen Building, local campus, on Thursday (Sep. 28).

This time, the graduate totally amounts to 305 people with bachelor degree, diploma 4 and master degree. In details, 96 people are from Faculty of Performing Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (186 people) and master program (23 people). “Until this graduation day, the total number of ISI Denpasar graduates during the period of 2003 to 2016 ISI amounts to 2,747 people,” said Rector of ISI Denpasar, Prof. Dr. I Gede Arya Sugiarta.

In the graduation of this time, the campus also announced the best graduates from various study programs, namely Ni Luh Ayu Pradnyani Utami (D4/Fashion Design) with GPA 3.87; Kadek Wira Dika Saskara (Fashion Design) with GPA 3.81; Ni Made Diah Yuliantary (Fashion Design) with GPA 3.78.

Three best graduates of bachelor’s program are Komang Wira Adhi Mahardika (Music Studies) with GPA 3.97; I Wayan Gede Aditya Pratita (Drama, Dance and Music) with GPA 3.94; and Ni Putu Wahyu Candra (Drama, Dance and

Music) with GPA 3.93. Then, three best graduates of master program are Putu Setyartini (GPA 3.88); Putu Wahyuning Sri Purnami (GPA 3.88) and Made Ayu Desiari (3.83).

“I congratulate for the success of attaining the best graduates. Hopefully, your achievement will bring in blessings for family, society as well as your campus,” said Prof.

Arya.

He added that in accordance with the vision as the center of excellence in the art and culture, the ISI Denpasar continuously improves the achievement so as to be able to give birth to qualified and competitive scholars. “Many students, having been checked, have owned independent job opportunity. For example, many graduates of the ISI Denpasar have established dance studio, designed fashion and interior. The others mostly provide private lesson,” he said.

More graduates of the ISI Denpasar get absorbed in line with the current curricula continuing to be improved. The learning model also emphasizes on the subject of entrepreneurship with special materials.

For example, the material of traditional gamelan music composition is always accompanied with entrepreneurship materials. “A graduate of ISI Denpasar certainly has a good job such as artists, entrepreneurs and government officials. On that account, the educational institution has the tasks to build good attitude and personality associated with the ethics and manners,” he added.

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booking source is from offline travel agent, 43% from online travel agent and the rest is direct booking.

With a large impact of digital, we have to use it wisely.

However, human to human touch is a must in hospitality industry. One thing that remains irreplaceable is the human element, personalized service,” she concluded.

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While Mt. Agung in Warning Status, Tanah Lot Sill Visited by Many Tourists ntil now, condition of Mount Agung in Karangasem (East Bali) remains in warning status. The intensity of earthquake occurred more frequently. Nevertheless, tourism activities at Tanah Lot attraction have not been affected so far.

As evidence, foreign and domestic tourists still throng the object located at Beraban village, Kediri, Tabanan.

Operations Manager of Tanah Lot attraction, Ketut Toya Adnyana, said that Mount Agung with the warning status has not affected the visit to Tanah Lot. Though there

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he Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) Nusa Dua in cooperation with Bank Mandiri holds the Pesona Mandiri Nusa Dua Fiesta. Featuring the theme ‘The Colors of Nusa Dua,’ this annual event takes place for five days (Oct. 11-15) on the Peninsula Island, ITDC Nusa Dua. ITDC invites local people as well as domestic and foreign tourists to attend this event. It is aimed to promote Nusa Dua, especially as an international tourist resort and Bali in general.

NDF 2017 is filled with some attractions and cultural performances, music and lifestyle. Visitors can enjoy the exhibition of handicraft products, fashion shows, exhibitions and culinary competitions, Nusa Dua coffee week, wine and cheese selection, beach movie as well as various other performances such as traditional Balinese dance, DJ performance, as well as the performance of local and national musician including Balawan, Joni Agung, Gus Teja, Nidji, Andra & The Backbone, Rendy Pandugo and Java Jive.

Managing Director of ITDC Nusa Dua, Wayan Karioka, in the press conference said the NDF event is one of the interesting tourist attractions for local people and tourists. “This 21st event is our support to reach the target of tourist visit targeted by government towards the economic development of Bali,” he said in Badung, Monday (Oct. 9).

Aside from being a means of joint promotion of the ITDC and the hotels, tenants, and residents around Nusa Dua, he said the event is also meant to show that Nusa Dua area is supported by more than 5,000 hotel rooms and conference venues.

Moreover, it is able to accommodate more than 10,000 delegates. “It is in accordance with the direction of the Ministry of Tourism so that Nusa Dua is ready to become the spearhead in international competition to organize various MICE events with the best service in all fields,” he said.

In addition, Nusa Dua also serves as the location of large outdoor activity for exhibitions, shows, sports and entertainment. “We can also provide support for stakeholders and village buffers within the ITDC area with this event, but the creations prepared by the collaboration team are also expected to bring in positive impacts for tenants and the community,” he explained.

This year’s implementation is targeting 30,000 visitors. “We do not neglect the condition of Bali in line with the activities of Mount Agung facing a force majeur. Nevertheless, it does not dampen our intentions and efforts to keep fighting and making positive activities for the people

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Managing Director of ITDC, Abdulbar M. Mansoer, said that Nusa Dua Fiesta is also present to campaign non-cash movement. To that end, the festival visitors will be directed to make non-cash payments. “We have prepared electronic BTN/kmb money cards that can be used by visitors to conduct transactions at the venue of the festival,” he said.

Minister of Tourism, Arief Yahya, appreciated to the implementation of the NDF 2017 in an effort to promote Nusa Dua tourist resort to increase tourist arrivals to Bali. Nusa Dua Fiesta having run for long enough and entered the 21st year can be included into the 100 premier events of Wonderful Indonesia (WI) Calendar of Events 2018.

Minister of Tourism, Arief Yahya, opened the NDF 2017 on October 11, 2017, was enlivened with cultural parade, Sekar Jepun dance and barong street show (ngelawang) by Sabha Yowana and colossal kecak and fire dance.

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ngol-ongol is one of the Balinese traditional snacks favored by local community. This snack is very easily found in the market and often included in the exhibition of traditional snacks.

Its sweet and delicious flavor caused this snack to be often enjoyed with coffee and hot tea.

Preparation of this snack is very easy. One of the snack makers Wayan Kerti. She said the ingredients used were very simple. “The ingredients in use consist of 125 grams of sago flour, 120 ml of water for the making of sago mixture, 230 ml of water, 180 grams of brown sugar or to taste, 100 grams of grated coconut and two or three pieces of screwpine leaf,” said the woman from Sangeh, Petang.

How to prepare the snack?

According to Kerti, it was not complicated. “Firstly, dissolve the sago flour with water until the dough mixes well. Meanwhile, heat the water with brown sugar and screwpine leaf while stirring until the sugar dissolves and boils. Then, reduce the heat and please be added with sago flour having become a batter into the solution of brown sugar.

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are issues that many foreign tourists already canceled their vacation to this island after the determination of warning status of Mount Agung, it does not dampen the desire of tourists to visit Bali and Tanah Lot in particular. “Tourist visit to Tanah Lot is always crowded,” said Toya Adnyana, Wednesday (Oct. 4).

Domestic and foreign tourists can still enjoy the beauty of the beach, view of the temple in the middle of the sea as well as sunset and cultural activities jazzing up the object all the times. Daily activities

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Many tourists still throng Tanah Lot destination, although Mount Agung is announced to be in warning status. of tourists during their holidays at Tanah Lot remain normal as well. They witness the uniqueness of Tanah Lot Temple, see the blessing-giver serpent or just wash the face at the shower emerging from amid the rocks next to the temple. Some visitors sit on a cliff while chatting with a partner, friend or family.

The issuance of travel advice by five countries (Singapore, Australia, United States, Britain and New Zealand) does not impact on the tourist visit to Tanah Lot. Indeed, it has great potential to influence the countries becoming the main markets to delay their travel. “However, so far this does not affect the number of tourist visits to Tanah Lot. Conversely, the visit increases,” he said.

Based on the existing data, over this month Tanah Lot attraction is visited by

282,005 tourists. They consist of186,512 foreign tourists and 95,493 domestic tourists or with the ratio of 66 percent of foreign tourists and 34 percent of domestic tourists. Foreign tourist visit is dominated by those from Taiwan, China and Europe.

Meanwhile, the total visit from January to September 2017 reached 2,749,857 tourists.

When viewed from the data, until September the number of tourist visit increased by 4 percent from last year within the same period. It can be seen from the number of last year’s visit that only reached 2,631,494 tourists, while this year 2,749,857 tourists.

Toya Adnyana added that Tanah Lot attraction always maintains the quality of service for the security and comfort of visitors.

One of them is by installing CCTV in the area, where today has totally reaches 28 units spreading across strategic areas.

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Stir the mixture with low heat until getting thick. Then, pour into a flat container and wait until getting cooler. After that, be hardened and cut to taste,” she explained. To serve it, added Kerti, would be more tasteful when using grated coconut.

“Having been cut according to taste, sprinkle the grated coconut on the snacks. If you like sweet, please be added again with red sugar sauce. Now, the ongol-ongol snack is ready to eat!” she said.

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IGN Rai Suryawijaya Appointed Hungarian Consul in Bali mbassador of Hungary, H.E. Mrs. Judit NemethPach officially inaugurated I Gusti Ngurah Rai Suryawijaya as Honorary Consul of Hungary in Bali. The inauguration ceremony taking place at Trans Hotel on Tuesday (Oct. 10) was attended by government officials, tourism stakeholders and Hungarian residents living on the Island of the Gods. The inaugural atmosphere ran amicably and ended with dinner.

Rai Suryawijaya said the Honorary Consul of Hungary in Bali has a very important task to link the two countries (Hungary and Indonesia, especially Bali). The cooperation will be conducted whether in the field of investment, trade, culture, education, business and tourism. “Tourism cooperation is the most important. Hungarian tourists also come to Indonesia and Bali in particular,” she

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In addition to travelling, their presence also wants to invest.

There are approximately 150-200 people of Hungary running business in Bali. They invest in the sector of tourism with hotel properties spreading across Bali, even outside Bali. “The interest of Hun-

garian tourists to visit Bali is also high. Currently, there are about 200,000 Hungarian tourists in Bali, and in the future will be much more. It happens because the potential is extraordinary,” said Rai Suryawijaya who is also Chairman of the PHRI and BPPD Badung.

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remarkably strategic. It is very close to Seminyak premier tourist resort, Petitenget, Kuta, Canggu, culinary center as well as night entertainment.

The Seminyak Square Shopping Mall, Ku De Ta, Potato Head and Ngurah Rai Airport are similarly close enough. The facilities on offer here are very complete.

There are a large outdoor pool and sun terrace, spa center and fitness center.

Guests can also enjoy dishes at Ajna’s restaurant having a very distinctive architecture. Coming with paddy field and beach view, it also offers a spacious meeting room for your business need. For guests’ convenience, it is supported with ample parking space, free Wi-Fi internet access and free shuttle services around Seminyak area. Optionally, the hotel also offers motorbike rental.

Hotel offers a total of 118 rooms where each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a relaxing seating area with a cool balcony overlooking paddy fields and the beach or beautiful city view. Besides, each room is equipped with bathroom, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryer. “The room faces west so that guests can watch sunset over the blue ocean directly from the room,” said General Manager, Ferry Febriari.

Staying at Paragon Hotel Seminyak is quiet, breezy, cool as well as free from vehicles’ smoke.

All rooms are provided with facili-

ties like a fridge and coffee maker, plus a large flat-screen TV with free Wi-Fi internet access with local and international TV cable channels. The services available for guests include 24-hour room service and 24-hour reliable guest service assistant. “Tourists having stayed with us here are very happy because the atmosphere is comfortable and calm,” he said.

Ferry Febriari said the hotel established in 2014 has a very sturdy building. Although it looks modern, traditional ornaments can still be encountered to stylishly wrap the interior of Paragon Hotel Seminyak. Thus, it creates a unique atmosphere. Local plants also provide very positive vibration. “The hotel has five room categories with the uniqueness in accordance with the choice of guests,” he said.

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They include The Paragon Room posing a deluxe category, but it remains comfortable because of its large size and has complete facilities. The Paragon Twin Room is stylish and convenient; The Paragon Premier harmoniously merges with nature; The Paragon Premier Plus comes with wider space; and The Paragon Junior Suite is characterized with lavish and refined amenities. “Each room category has the advantages,” he said.

Travelers from various countries have stayed at this hotel. They are mostly surfers and couples wishing to test the challenging waves of Seminyak Beach, Batubelig and Canggu. Some others are living with family to find peace after having lived in Kuta area. “The surfers are mostly from Australia, Europe and other countries,” concluded Ferry Febriari. B N (BTN/015)

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anoeing on Sanur Beach has been a commonplace.

But, what about canoeing on Pandawa Beach? Wow ... it’s fun and very enjoyable. Although it is in the ocean, the water ripples are excellent for canoeing. View of the beach is very beautiful.

And for spiritualists, they will feel comfortable of being on the beach.

Pandawa Beach is a tourist attraction located at Kutuh village, South Kuta, Badung. The white sandy beach is crowded by travelers with daily average of 10,000 people.

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mestic travelers. In addition to enjoying the view of high seas, travelers also took advantage of the Pandawa’s statue (Yudhisthira, Bhima, Arjuna, Nakula and Sahadewa) situated in the cave as the backdrop of their photograph. The activity of seaweed farmers, blue water to high cliffs fortifying the coast could also become the background of their picture.

However, from the existing tourist attractions, canoeing is the most favorite. Within a day, tourists can rent a canoe for hours, due to having fun. On that account, of the 66 canoe business own-

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ers, each have an average of 2 to 6 pieces of canoe and are always busy serving customers. “Playing canoe becomes a favorite tourist attraction on Pandawa Beach,” said Nyoman Camang, secretary of Kutuh village, accompanied by coordinator of beach lifeguard, Made Letera.

Camang said the rental of canoe board was IDR 20,000 per hour. Other than canoe board, the renter also got paddle and safety jacket, so that players would be safe and feel more comfortable. A regular-size canoe could carry two or more persons. “Pandawa Beach does not provide banana boat or jet ski attraction because it tends to be risky and generate marine pollution to local seaweed farming,” he said.

Made Letera added that other than canoe, his party also rented long chair having high demand.

A total of 200 pieces of long chair were provided and it was always fully booked. A long chair was offered at IDR 50,000 per hour. In addition to putting their belongings, it was also used to sit back while enjoying the beauty of the sea. “There is also a tourist attraction of sailing by traditional boat, but it has a little demand,” he said. B N (BTN/015)

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adanggalak does not only offer beautiful natural scenery. The stunning beach located at Kesiman village, East Denpasar, also poses a good destination of spiritual tourism, precisely in the Campuhan Windu Segara Temple. The temple located on the shore is often chosen by Hindu community in Bali for melukat or purificatory rite, cleaning up the body from impurities.

Typically, the purificatory rite is commenced by self-purification using holy water in front of the Lord Vishnu shrine. Afterward, the pilgrims immerse themselves at the confluence of the Ayung River and Padanggalak Beach. Then, it is resumed by taking a bath on the beach and in the sacred pool of Beji Temple and say prayers to Lord Shiva in the Shiva Bhuvana Chamber.

According to Gede Alit Adnyana, the temple priest, every day there were pilgrims coming to do purificatory rite, either the people of Bali or those from outside the region and even overseas. To be able to follow the ritual procession, the pilgrims did not have to bring along a grandiose offerings. Simply bring a canang sari oblation and a means of prayer to invoke safety, purity and welfare. “Most importantly, the oblation presented must be accompanied by sincere heart,” he said.

The priest doubling as the founder of the Campuhan Segara Windu also said the temple establishment was inspired by a dream mandating him to stay at Padanggalak. Since he had a confidence, he began to make a living temporary shrine (turus lumbung) from erythrina branches. “After that, we got a great support from all the people so that the temple could finally be realized as it is today,” he said.

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while, the statues of gods having the nuance of mythological elements were donations from all the people, even from Muslim, Buddhist and Christian fellows.

“People of various interfaith also donated some statues here,” he said.

On particular days, he explained, like Shiva Ratri was the piodalan or anniversary of the Campuhan Windu Segara Temple. On the temple anniversary, all the effigies or sacred objects as well as the two barong effigies venerated at the Beji Ayung Temple were performed. Similarly, there was also a special ceremony known as the Sapuleger staged every Banyu Pinaruh Gangga Pratista. “At that time, thousands of pilgrims came to pray and invoke safety and welfare,” he said.

Indeed, the temple looked more unique with the presence of statues of gods and the nuance of mythological stories. Some of the statues were the Ganesha, Shiva, Goddess Durga, Goddess Kwan Im, Kanjeng Ratu Kidul and Goddess Rambut. Meanwhile, the barong effigy was venerated in the Beji Ayung Gangga Pratista Temple. “Every temple ceremony, the barong is staged. Aside from functioned as symbol, the existing statues also aim to preserve the culture,” he concluded. B N (BTN/ocha)

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Bali Starling (Leucopsar Rothschildi) at Blanco Museum Renaissance, Ubud, Bali

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