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1 Bayu Rahanatha is a lecturer at Udayana University and a Marketing Communication specialist. He recently started his own business in tourism but still nds time to continue his writing hobby. 2 Colin Marshall has a day job in the oil industry and has been diving for about 20 years now. He lives in Indonesia, which he believes to have the best overall diving in the world.
3 Irma Barzdaite is a fully qualied personal tness instructor dedicated to helping individuals achieve their lifestyle goals. She is a member of the European Health & Fitness Association and EREPS. irma@irmatness.com 4 Janelle Maree is an educator and a health and wellness coach who enjoys traveling the globe indulging in all things healthy and green. www.healthytravelsbali.com 5 Shinta Eka is a blog writer disguised as a merry young journalist in Japanese media. She also freelances for UK-based and Indonesia-based agencies.
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Contributors PUTU LISTYAN ADRIANI, MELIYANA SANTOSO, SHINTA EKA, JANELLE MAREE, COLIN MARSHALL, A.A. BAGUS BISMA SANTIKA MARADI, BAYU RAHANATHA, IRMA BARZDAITE, KOMANG SWESEN, IB DONNY CAHYADI, POTLOT DESIGN Jakarta Marketing Services/Subscription SETYO HARYUNI INDAH PUTRI indah@baliandbeyond.co.id Tel: (021) 315 2672 (Ext. 180) Publisher PT. BUMI DIAN KUSUMA Commissioner SOETIKNO SOEDARJO Director MAULANA INDRAGUNA SUTOWO Division Head MRA Printed Media INDRIATI WIRJANTO Printing PT. SUBURMITRA GRAFISTAMA, JAKARTA OFFICE Bali White House - Jl. Dewi Sri No. 23 Block IV, Kuta 80361- Bali Tel: +62 361 8868601-2, Fax: +62 361 750075 E-mail:mag@baliandbeyond.co.id http://www.baliandbeyond.co.id
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THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF... THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS
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COVER
INVITE&INDULGE
THINK PINK
A New York style nail parlor for pampering your nger tips and toes
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Little Joys
By A.A. Bagus Bisma Santika Maradi
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REST&RELAXATION
BANYAN TREE UNGASAN
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CRAFT&CULTURE
BEING BALINESE
How this man learned to understand his place in Balinese society
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PONDERINGPOINT
THE BEST DRINK
Learn about the health benets of refreshing coconut water
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Hot deals and promotions of the month that shouldnt be missed
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This months select news updates from the islands tourism industry and whats new around the island
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News updates from the tourism industry and whats new beyond Bali
DINE&DELIGHTS
WATERCRESS & SLIPPERY STONE
Two fresh and tasty restaurants for the veggie lovers out there
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Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events
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FOTOFOLIO
NATURE'S SURPRISES
Wondrous details in nature that are often by &BEYOND the naked eye 2013 BALI APRIL 14 missed
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Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month
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Map of Bali showing specic tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the islands main destinations
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Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses
FIRST COLUMN PHOTO BY KOMANG SWESEN, SECOND COLUMN BY A.A. BAGUS BISMA SANTIKA MARADI, THIRD COLUMN COURTESY OF JU-MA-NA AT BANYAN TREE UNGASAN
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ACTION&ATTRACTION
JUNGLE FEVER
Come face to face with wild beasts at the Bali Safari & Marine Park
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BEYONDBALI
RAJA AMPAT
A visit to the stunning location in West Papua that has everyone buzzing
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JAKARTA: CAFFEINATED
Four of the capitals cherished but slightly more elusive coffee corners
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PRIMEPROMOTION
ROOFTOP RETREAT
L Hotel Seminyak invites you to make their cute and cozy LUNA Rooftop Bar your new favorite! Bring a group of friends and take advantage of their 1 for 1 Luna Signature Cocktail special, which runs daily from 5 to 8 p.m. There are also special days designated for ladies and gents ladies can get a complimentary signature cocktail on Women on Top Wednesdays and gents can enjoy Boys Night Out Sundays. L Hotel Seminyak Jalan Raya Petitenget No. 8L, Seminyak (0361) 894-7898 www.thelhotels.com
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special drink prices and let loose to the sound of a live DJ during
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BALI FAVORITES
Mama San is presenting a perfect feast with Chef Will Meyricks favorite Balinese dishes in Kitchen Sessions: Bali. Guests can expect to see iconic Balinese favorites such as bebek betutu as well as some less recognized dishes such as urutan a succulent hand-made sausage that is like a Balinese take on chorizo. Chef Budiana, who has been on board with Chef Meyrick since the opening days of Sarong, has been integral in introducing these Balinese dishes at Mama San, which will be available only until the end of April. Mama San Jalan Raya Kerobokan No. 135, Br. Taman (0361) 730-436 www.mamasanbali.com
COFFEE CULTURE
Bali Hyatt is the place to be for coffee lovers this April. For those who are curious about traditional Luwak coffee, try a cup and taste the distinctive avor that comes as a result of this peculiar fermentation process. Also exciting is their new range of coffee cocktails including the Espresso Martini and Copa Banana a delicious mixture of Gilbeys vodka, banana liqueur, coffee liqueur, fresh bananas and cream. Bali Hyatt Jalan Danau Tamblingan No. 89, Sanur (0361) 281-234, www.bali.resort.hyatt.com
CORE CHALLENGE
Karma Kandara has started offering an exciting new program: Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga. S.U.P Yoga is currently all the rage and can be practiced by beginners and experts alike. The 45 to 60 minute class consists of paddling, yoga stretches, meditation, and a serious core body workout. Each pose requires strong central focus, balance, awareness and acceptance of Mother Natures mood! At the end of your workout enjoy a refreshing cool juice and cold towel on dependent. Bookings are absolutely essential. Karma Kandara Jalan Villa Kandara, Banjar Wijaya Kusuma, Ungasan (0361) 848-2200, www.karmaresorts.com
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beautiful Nammos Beach. Classes are $30 per person and tide
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FLAVOR KICK
W Retreat & Spa Bali has appointed Chef Richard Millar as their new Director of Cuisine. Direct from Conrad and Ritz Carlton Bali, Chef Millars new menu at FIRE is driven by his passion for food and another passion hes been nurturing the W Balis herb garden. His avor creations are eclectic and exciting, notably the Steamed Foie Gras Chawan Mushi and the Diamatina Tomahawk Wagyu Beef. Head to FIRE for lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch to explore Chef Millars menu and surprise your taste buds! W Retreat & Spa Bali Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak (0361) 473-8106, www.wretreatbali.com
BUDGET BOOM
MaxOne Hotels proudly announces the opening of their new hotel in Bukit Jimbaran, hotel sits strategically between Uluwatu and Jimbaran where sunny beaches, good food and hangouts abound. Boasting 98 rooms, this hotel is poised to set a higher benchmark for budget hotels with facilities like its rooftop swimming pools that overlook Jimbaran and Benoa Bay. MaxOne Hotels Bukit Jimbaran Jalan Raya Uluwatu, Bukit Jimbaran, (0361) 300-8989, www.maxonehotels.com
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which is scheduled for this April. Located on the famous Jalan Raya Uluwatu, the
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CHOCO DELIGHT
Pod Chocolate provides the ultimate chocolate experience, working with farmers to produce the highest quality cocoa and transforming it into mouthwatering creations at their boutique factory & caf. Nestled between rice paddies and the Ayung River, this chocolate enclave produces limited amounts of world class chocolate with visitors able to see the whole process from roasting, grinding and then tempering into bars, pralines and even lipstick! Enjoy a free tasting and relax at the caf as elephants from the Bali Elephant Camp stroll below you. Farm tours and chocolate classes will be available starting in April. Pod Chocolate Factory & Caf Jalan Tukad Ayung, Carang Sari, Petang (0361) 837-0888 www.pod-chocolate.com
CASUAL CORNER
Bricks Caf is a new hangout in Ubud, perfect for enjoying leisurely meals or meeting company for dessert and coffee in their garden area overlooking green rice paddies. Opposite the Neka Museum, the caf is simple and unpretentious, incorporating Balinese traditional carving and contemporary paintings into the dcor. Stop by for a bite of Indonesian or Balinese cuisine, a cup of Segafredo coffee, or delicious gelato from Gaya Gelato. Special live acoustic sessions are scheduled every Friday to start your weekends off right. Bricks Caf Jalan Raya Sangingan, Ubud (0361) 974-728
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Being Balinese
WHILE HELPING TO RENOVATE HIS FAMILYS TEMPLE, OUR CONTRIBUTOR BEGAN TO DISCOVER THE ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS HE HAS HAD SINCE HE WAS A CHILD ABOUT HIS PLACE IN BALINESE SOCIETY.
friends are envious of all the holidays we have (they joke that Bali = Banyak libur, or many days
people the world over, but I wouldnt say that it is easy to be Balinese. Understanding my place in society has been an ongoing process, and it wasnt until recently when my father asked me to take part in our familys temple renovation that it all began to make much more sense.
tough as what kids nowadays face and there were numerous holidays. During those holidays I would look on as everyone in the house rushed around preparing for ceremonies while the only thing that was expected of me, the rst born son, was to play with friends or sit and
off), and they think it isnt necessary for me to worry about the future or look for opportunities beyond the island because by staying here Im guaranteed a generous inheritance
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from my parents for the future. Well, as a Balinese I do feel blessed to have been born on this lovely island with its vast resources and a culture that is intriguing to
afterwards. In other words, I was expected to give up my time and my physical and nancial resources to help my family with these often complex ceremonies. And let me tell you, there are countless ceremonies that we have to perform or attend as a Balinese Hindu.
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THE PEMANGKU ANSWERED MY QUESTIONS WITH A CHARMING SMILE AND POINTED HIS FINGER TO MY CHEST. THE TEMPLE IS THE SYMBOL OF WHAT YOU HAVE HERE IN YOUR HEART.
MY FAMILY TEMPLE AND I
The poet Robert Frost once said that Home is the place where, when you have to go there, they have to take you in. I strongly believe that this is the real denition of a home. A home is not only made of walls and beams, it is also made of hopes and dreams. And in Bali, a house cannot be called a home without a family temple standing inside of it. When I was at elementary school my teacher told me that every single house should have a temple to praise the Lord and to connect with our ancestors. I had a hard time understanding how I would be able to manage this connection when I couldnt see these entities in person. Where are my ancestors? And where is God? I nally managed to muster up the courage to ask these questions to the pemangku (priest). The pemangku answered my questions with a charming smile and pointed his nger to my chest. They are here in your heart, he said. The temple is the symbol of what you have here in your heart. As we renovate my familys temple Ive gotten closer and closer to understanding what it is that he meant. The family temple is a representation of me as part of the universe and me as part of my family tree. It is a reminder of who I am and helps me to fully embrace my part in this world. It is a reminder that I am part of a system and that I am going to be okay regardless of lifes ups and downs. It is a blessing and a priceless heritage that we as Balinese need to safeguard and pass down to our children. This renovation has helped me understand what it means to be a Balinese adult. And it has helped me realize that I am truly grateful to be Balinese. By Bayu Rahanatha
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GREEN EDUCATION
AT THE GREEN SCHOOL, STUDENTS ARE GETTING AN EXPERIENTIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION IN ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SETTINGS YOU HAVE EVER SEEN.
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n the short time since it was built, the Green School in Bali has become a passionate topic of discussion for many, from architects to social
uncondent about how to proceed. Then we remembered some helpful hints from the schools International Communications Manager. There are two toilets within each stall, one for going number one and the other for going number two. These are compost toilets. Welcome to the Green School!
entrepreneurs to educators to parents. The fact that last year it was awarded the 2012 Greenest School on Earth by the U.S. Green Building Councils Center for Green Schools has only added to the buzz. We were curious to see the school with our own eyes, so on a Friday in March our team traveled the 1.5 hours from Kuta to Sibang Kaja to get a feel of the Green School and try to better understand what makes this school so special.
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pieced together so seamlessly that they seem to bend and curve in an almost surreal manner. You cant help but crane your neck trying to gure out where one piece starts and another one ends, and how its possible that it all works together to create a sort of uidity and spaciousness all around. The magnicent Heart of School, located in the center of campus, is said to be the worlds largest freestanding bamboo building. The bamboo is sourced entirely from Indonesia and all the building
materials are organic, save for a small amount of cement used. At the Green School they dont build fences, they grow them. The footpaths are made of volcanic rock that is found naturally in the area. Leftovers from meals are used for the livestock that the children look after. The students measure the carbon footprint of the school and offset it by planting bamboo on the school premises. And did we mention that they get 80% of their power from the sun? Well, they do. Its all truly astounding. As you can tell, the Green School
is deeply committed to being lowimpact and cares very much about the environment. They also aim to instill these values in their students in hopes that they go on to be green leaders. This doesnt necessarily mean their students should become activists, documentary lmmakers, or lobbyists who dedicate their lives to the cause; the schools goal is simply to provide an education that will have an impact on the choices their students make in the future. The Green School wants their graduates to go on to become self-actualized
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adults in all kinds of elds, making responsible decisions as they pursue their careers and dreams. They also stress that they are not just another hippie school, though we know its a bit hard to believe when the teachers wear owing skirts and sandals, the children tend rice paddies as part of their curriculum, and there is a mud wrestling pit on campus. The Green School assured us they are very serious about their academics and emphasized that they want nothing more than to see their students prepared to compete and
make it in the world. At the time of press, ve students out of their rst batch of high school graduates had heard back with acceptances from universities of their choice, with the others still anxiously waiting. This is exciting news for the Green School, especially since many wonder how the Green Schools academic program measures up to the rest of the international schools in the world.
not interfere with classes. Although we were unable to see the children in a classroom setting, we arrived in time to witness their weekly Friday Assembly. Along with parents, members of international media, and various other visitors (the Green School gets numerous visitors on a daily basis), we saw something truly special. The open-air room was lled with all 270 Green School students, ranging from age three to seniors in high school. First on the program was a special guest visitor
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performing traditional dances from Tajikistan, and after that came a number of musical performances from the students. The children were smiling, courteous, respectful of their teachers, and they all participated. None of these kids are hesitating, my colleague whispered to me, slightly dumbfounded. Most importantly, the youths were engaged. If this is any indication of how their classes run, I would feel pretty reassured as a parent. It is no wonder that some parents have packed up their families and relocated to Bali to provide their children with this green education.
Green School decided to launch a worldwide scholarship competition seeking the Greenest Student on Earth. They encourage all young people working on environmental projects in their communities to submit a two to three minute video on the Green School website. Three winners of the competition (one each from primary, middle, and high school) will receive a one-year scholarship to the Green School. Entries will be accepted until Earth Day on April 22, and the winners will be announced in June on World Environment Day.
School founder John Hardy, or contacting the Green School directly for more information. In our experience, we found that the Green School was very happy to provide us with all kinds of information they are very open not only about their achievements but also about their challenges and various future aspirations. There is still a good amount of room to grow, but I think we can all agree that they have And there is no denying that the Green School is a happy place for students to learn. By Mutia Adisoma The Green School Jalan Raya Sibang Kaja, Banjar Saren, Abiansemal, (0361) 469-875 www.greenschool.org
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DINE&DELIGHTS
ARE YOU VEGETARIAN OR ON THE LOOKOUT FOR SOME DELICIOUS LIGHTER OPTIONS? IF SO, HEAD OVER TO JALAN BATU BELIG TO DELIGHT YOUR TASTE BUDS WITH SOME SERIOUSLY TASTY FARE.
FRESH FARE
at Watercress, continuing with a scenic walk or motorbike ride past the lush rice elds in the area, and then moseying back up the road for dinner at Slippery Stone.
Live Well, fresh food lovers and nutrient-depleted travellers alike will instantly hit the like button! Everything here is made from scratch daily, and according to loyal Watercress fans it is advisable to opt for an earlier rather than later lunch on weekdays to ensure the freshest array of home cooked delights. On Sundays its a different story, with their SOS Recovery
looking to add some more veggies to your meals, youll love the two restaurants Watercress and Slippery Stone on Jalan Batu Belig. You can even put together a culinary day by starting with a leisurely brunch
WATERCRESS
The name alone conjures up the words fresh and wholesome, and Watercress surely lives up to its name. With the tagline Eat Fresh
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Brunch served all day. Believe me, Simply O (for awesome) Selections prevailed on the particular Sunday that I visited. The drink menu alone caused havoc for an indecisive health foodie like myself, as it includes a carefully selected range of lassies, smoothies, and fresh juices. I decided to let the extracted juice prepare my palate for the main event to follow, which were the Sprouted Goodness and Corn Fritters. According to co-owner Pablo Fourcard, the Sprouted Goodness was his favorite sandwich as a child. Growing up with a vegetarian mother, the staples in the family fridge included tomatoes, sprouts, miso, and tahini. He went on to explain that although sides of bacon and chorizo can be added to the
dishes, the menu at Watercress is innately vegetarian and the dishes are completely avorsome on their own. Since it was still breakfast time, eggs (poached to perfection) were added on the side of both the Sprouted Goodness and Corn Fritters and decorated with their signature garnish of watercress. The Corn Fritters were a treat, laden with corn and balanced perfectly with avocado and tomato salsa, sour cream, chili jam, and a side of crispy bacon. Beyond the delicious fare, Watercress continues to impress. With smiley staff and quirky dcor, Watercress offers a relaxed atmosphere and has that perfect weekend vibe. The Sunday papers and acoustic tunes allow the body
to digest all the goodness with ease and help to recreate the gourmet Sunday brunch experience that many expats miss from their home countries. These guys from Byron Bay seem to have it all sorted. Whether youre searching for a taste bud extravaganza, a dose of Byron Bay, or an immersion into the fresh food movement, Watercress certainly delivers. Im sure it wont be long before we start to see queues like the ones for their naughty neighbors down the road the kind of queues that exist for all the right reasons. Watercress Jalan Batu Belig No. 21A, Kerobokan (0361) 780-8030 www.watercressbali.com
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Right: A view of Slippery Stone at night Below: Slippery Stones Red Rice Heart of Palm
SLIPPERY STONE
If youre one of the new wave of conscientious diners with vegetarian or pescatarian tendencies, then head over to the Slippery Stone restaurant with your meat-loving friends and slip through the cracks no longer! Set back from the busy road, this stylish Jakarta outt oozes style and class with its spacious multi-level open plan design. Often a venue for art exhibitions and fashion parades, the in-house local art collection is a treasure in itself. Their creative edge evidently overows into the menu, where a number of dishes are represented from the ocean to the garden. Meat lovers will not be disappointed by the Wagyu beef, Peking duck and crispy pork belly offerings, but the less carnivorous amongst us will also be pleasantly surprised with the variety of other selections. When studying the menu, one welcome touch was the inclusion of little icons of a cow, herb, and chili, to save the usual interrogations from the aforementioned. The Tuna Sesame Cones grabbed my attention right away, and once they were served I couldnt help but be reminded of peppermint Cornettos! In this dish, the peppermint is really a mix of pomelo and avocado that work surprisingly well to create a zesty, minty avor, while the fresh tuna hides within the cone. The result was very positive and I was eager
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Top: Steamed Barramundi, which is served with tasty dumplings and grilled prawns at Slippery Stone Bottom: Slippery Stones Tuna Sesame Cones
to try the next dish. On cue the main course was delivered, which was a deliciously moist double llet of Steamed Barramundi, served with tasty dumplings and grilled prawns resting in coconut oil and herbs. For something a little different I chose Red Rice Heart of Palm to accompany the waiters recommendation. The design of the red rice side dish is a conversation starter with its explosion of colors and avors much like an artists palette. Is there such a thing as food
art fusion? With creamy textured red rice, thinly-sliced radishes, carrot cross-sections, wasabi mayonnaise, Mr. Whippy-style cheese and dollops of avocado, this dish delivered well beyond its description of seasonal vegetables with coriander and lemongrass. Boasting a oor to ceiling wine fridge, Slippery Stone has a selection of international wines readily available. Wine pairing with their dishes would indeed be a very creative venture. Taking
another look at their beverage menu I decided to end my meal with the Zespri Kiwi. The combination of basil, green apple, kiwi fruit, and apple juice proved to be the perfect nale. Health foodies unite and rejoice! Slippery Stone Jalan Batu Belig No. 9N, Seminyak (0361) 846-5999 www.slipperystonebali.com By Janelle Maree
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INVITE&INDULGE
IN A BRIEF DEPARTURE FROM THIS EDITIONS THEME, WE ASK YOU TO MOMENTARILY NOT THINK ABOUT GREEN AND INSTEAD INVITE YOU TO THINK PINK!
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iamonds may be a girls best friend, but we like to think that the perfect manipedi comes in at a
by neighboring businesses, when you peer down the small alley just to the left of the building you can still see bright green rice paddies. The location is quite strategic, especially if you plan on combining your manipedi outing with a meal. Just a stones throw away youll nd Watercress, Slippery Stone, and a branch of the famous Naughty Nuris. Think Pink was designed to feel like a New York City nail parlor transferred to Bali, and the dcor denitely gives you that impression. The color palate is dominated by black, white, red, and of course pink a sleek and stylish combination. Think Pinks current assortment
of nail lacquers is extensive and consists of only the best names. Interestingly enough, they are the rst nail parlor on the island to offer all 60 shades of GelColor by O.P.I. Aside from O.P.I you will also nd top brands like Butter London, China Glaze, Zoya, Chanel, Dior, Tom Ford, Laura Mercier, Dolce & Gabbana and Illamasqua. A manicure and pedicure at Think Pink goes for Rp. 250,000, which is a fair price considering the quality. The nail technicians are sweet and giggly but also very meticulous. They are excited to help you choose your nail color but also very serious when it comes down to providing a hygienic and beautiful mani-pedi.
close second. On this island there are an abundance of spas that offer manicures and pedicures as an option, but places that focus specically on spoiling your ngers and toes with luxurious treatments are few and far between. Enter Think Pink, the adorable new nail parlor on Jalan Batu Belig.
PINK REFUGE
Think Pink is hard to miss, as it is the only building for miles with a pink faade! Although it is surrounded
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THE COLOR PALATE IS DOMINATED BY BLACK, WHITE, RED, AND OF COURSE PINK A SLEEK AND STYLISH COMBINATION.
What impressed me the most was the attention to detail. The pedicure chairs have a rolling massage feature, every manicure chair is equipped with an iPad, and the UV light used for drying my gel manicure was by O.P.I and worked like a charm. There was no need to worry about ruining my brandnew manicure because my nails werent dried properly! It is clear that Indonesian-American owner Arvy chooses only the best for her customers.
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combined with a full body massage for Rp. 350,000. Think Pink also offers Keihls products, which sell like hot cakes since the brand is still hard to nd in Bali. But even more exciting is the fact that Think Pink has a concierge and car service! If you call the concierge about two hours prior to your appointment, theyll be able to arrange your pick up from anywhere in the Kuta, Seminyak, or Canggu area. The concierge
can also help make reservations for wherever you need to go after your treatment, whether it is Potato Head Beach Club, Ku De Ta, or another happening place to see and be seen. There have been instances lately where Think Pink has had to regretfully turn away customers due to being completely full. Because of their growing popularity, make sure to call in advance to secure your treatment! Think Pink does not come short of spoiling its customers rotten,
so I know where Ill be headed the next time I have a bad day or feel like I need a pick-me-up. But in all seriousness ladies, who really needs an excuse to be pampered like a princess? By Mutia Adisoma Think Pink Nails Jalan Batu Belig No. 108, Kerobokan (0361) 918-8116 www.thinkpinknails.com
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AT THE BANYAN TREE UNGASAN, YOU CAN HAVE AN EXQUISITE HIDEAWAY AT A PROPERTY THAT IS COMMITTED TO HAVING A GREEN CONSCIENCE.
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he rst thing you notice when you arrive at the Banyan Tree Ungasan is the space. There is tons of it, all around. You get the
the expansive living room a feeling comes over you much like the feeling you get when you unlock the door to your home after a tiring trip out of town relief mixed with joy and comfortable familiarity. After walking through the living room youll nd an enormous marble bathroom, which is quite literally spacious enough to do cartwheels in. The sinks and powder area sit back to back on an island in the center of the room, while off to the side lies a luxurious sunken bath. Enjoy staring out the window at the gorgeous stone-carved wall decoration while you soak, or simply switch on the TV at the foot of the
bath the choice is yours. A toilet, rain shower, and stacks of uffy white towels can be found towards the far end of the bathroom. The doors of the cozy bedroom slide open to connect you directly to your very own private innity pool. The Pool Villas are also equipped with a jet pool, outdoor shower and Balinese bal, or outdoor pavilion. What more could you need? The villa is so complete that the experience is more akin to house sitting at a friends exquisite home rather than staying at a resort villa. It is no wonder that the Banyan Tree Ungasans latest awards and accolades include the award for
sudden urge to spread your arms out wide, to stretch, to inhale, to smile. And the spaciousness that greets you in the lobby translates to the rest of the property as well, including your beautiful villa.
HIDE OUT
There are 73 villas in total at the Banyan Tree Ungasan, all featuring contemporary Balinese architecture. The interior is rened yet homey, and the moment you set foot into
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Indonesia Leading Luxury Resort 2012/2013 by the Indonesia Travel and Tourism Foundation (ITTA).
Balinese cooking class. It is a great opportunity to learn about all the ingredients that go into Balinese favorites such as lawar. There are also Balinese dance classes and gamelan (traditional Indonesian percussion orchestra) classes to try, along with mountain biking and an array of other outdoor activities.
Banyan Tree Ungasan can also tailor a cultural tour for you. One of the highlights is a fully immersive tour around Bali with trips to ancient temples, handicraft villages, painters homes, rice paddy terraces, and coffee plantations. For a closer excursion, the famed Uluwatu Temple is just a short drive away. After a day of sightseeing and exploring, come back to Banyan to enjoy ne dining and gorgeous views of the Indian Ocean at the JuMa-Na restaurant, or head to Bambu restaurant to feast on a themed dinner set or sumptuous buffet while watching the beautiful Legong and Kecak dance performed by Balinese dancers.
COME OUT
If you are able to tear yourself away from your comfortable bed and cozy villa, you might want to consider taking advantage of the resorts
THE EARTH
The Banyan Tree brand prides itself in its ability to blend romance and travel with a green conscience.
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As for Banyan Tree Ungasan, it is proud to have achieved EarthCheck Benchmarked status for the second time in a row since opening in 2010. EarthCheck is widely regarded as the worlds leading benchmarking, certication, and environmental management program in the travel and tourism industry. Hotels are measured on their performance in key areas of environmental and social impact. This includes water consumption, usage of recycled water, energy consumption, waste recycling, usage
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program can be attributed to their efforts to minimize the use of resources. All waste water is treated, ltered, and then used for landscape irrigation. As a result, no water is wasted. Banyan Tree Ungasan also has a monthly neighborhood cleanup program (now in its third year) as well as seaweed planting activities. The seaweed planting takes place at the resorts beach with participants stringing seaweed on a rope and attaching it to a rock at the waters edge. After three months, local farmers harvest the seaweed and sell it to a distributor in Bali. This generates income for the local coastal community, and research shows that seaweed cultivation creates a signicant positive impact on coral reef preservation efforts. On top of that, Banyan Tree Ungasan is combating the problem of declining indigenous plant
species through careful cultivation of the bellyache bush, beach plum, and the banyan tree, among others. Chosen for their cultural signicance, these trees and their owers and fruits are used by local villagers as offerings in religious ceremonies. In the year 2011 alone the resort planted 4,000 trees in Ungasan and around Bali. Now thats what we call doing business with a green conscience! Banyan Tree Ungasan continues to delight its guests, with the Trip Advisor Travelers Choice Award 2013 as recent proof. We hope it also continues to keep up the good work when it comes to their environmental programs. By Regina Indraswari Banyan Tree Ungasan Jalan Melasti, Br. Kelod, Ungasan (0361) 300-7000 www.banyantree.com
of paper and cleaning products, and community commitment. Their outcomes are measured against EarthChecks benchmarking requirements to determine whether a hotel or resort meets or exceeds baseline levels or best practices in the industry. Banyan Tree Ungasans achievements in the EarthCheck
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that are great for replenishing hydration levels within the body. Most sports drinks have electrolytes such as Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, Sodium and Phosphorous added to them to help hydrate the body during and after intense training. Coconut water naturally contains these electrolytes, which means it can serve the same function as a sports drink without harmful ingredients such as colorings, preservatives, sugars, caffeine and everything that makes modern day sports drinks more convenient, attractive, and marketable to consumers. The high levels of sugar and caffeine contained in most sports and energy drinks can provide you with an immediate boost of energy, thus helping to deliver a more intense and energized workout. The problem is that after the insulin spike wears off your body can very quickly feel tired and sluggish, and will therefore require some other form of sugar intake to regain energy. With sugar being considered one of the most toxic ingredients consumed by people due to its link to a long list of chronic illnesses and diseases, consuming sports drinks can become part of a very dangerous cycle. The balance of electrolytes and minerals in coconut water is much better. For example, in every 100 ml of coconut water there are approximately 294 mg of potassium
and 5 mg of sugar. Compare that to only 117 mg of potassium and 20 to 25 g of sugar in your average energy and sports drink! Tennis player John Isner, who played the longest tennis match in history at Wimbledon in 2010, credits his endurance on the court to coconut water mixed with sea salt. With global sales of coconut water doubling in 2011 with virtually no advertising from the worlds leading suppliers, its clear that this natural alternative is starting to take on a life of its own. People everywhere are seeking out healthier options for energy and hydration while training.
experience feel somewhat incomplete without a photo where you are sipping from a straw poking out of a fresh coconut? Did you know that not only are coconuts delicious and refreshing, they also have a long list of health benets? Additionally, coconut water is becoming an increasingly popular natural alternative for people who
HEALTH BENEFITS
In tropical regions, coconut water is used to help those suffering from diarrhea, as consuming it helps replace the loss of uid in the gastrointestinal tract. Additionally, research has suggested that cytokines in coconut water have signicant anti-aging effects, and that coconut water increases the bodys metabolism, which can lead to weight loss. Applying coconut water onto affected skin areas every night before going to bed may also help with acne, age spots, wrinkles, stretch marks, cellulite, and eczema.
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NATURES SURPRISES
A.A. Bagus Bisma Santika Maradi is a Balinese native whose macro photography began as a way to show his nephew what some of natures tiniest creatures look like. It is now one of his specialties, and Mr. Maradi is always on the look out for small and beautiful things to capture, whether he is out exploring Balis beautiful lakes and beaches or documenting a bride and grooms special day. www.agungbagusmaradi.com
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JUNGLE FEVER
BALI SAFARI & MARINE PARK IS ONE OF THE BEST DESTINATIONS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, BLENDING NATURE WITH A GREAT SENSE OF ENTERTAINMENT AND FLAIR.
fter an hour or so of driving to the eastern part of the island, of course you want to have a
on the shuttle service that leaves from Kuta Centre (Kartika Plaza Street). Please make reservations in advance if you would like to take advantage of this service.
NIGHT SAFARI
The starting point for the Night Safari is the Tsavo Restaurant, located within the parks premises. Once visitors arrive, they will be greeted with a welcome drink and delicious canaps served by well-trained wait staff. Afterwards will come a buffet dinner where a selection of tender and juicy grilled items can be enjoyed, all-inclusive of the Night Safari package. After dinner, get ready to board the tram because it will be time to start your journey. A well-trained guide and two animal caretakers will accompany you throughout the safari, and raw meat and carrots will be distributed so you can feed the animals. As the driver starts the engine and the guide begins their spiel, enjoy the breeze while you anxiously wonder about what is to come. As the safari gates open, prepare
worthwhile experience. Set within 40 hectares of land, Bali Safari & Marine Park denitely delivers. It has been recognized as a frontrunner in its category, and the Indonesian Travel and Tourism Awards (ITTA) even presented it with the prestigious title of Indonesias Leading Amusement Park. There are hundreds of fascinating
CLOSE ENCOUNTERS
The idea behind this Night Safari is for visitors to feel a real bond with nature. You will literally be able to touch some of the animals and feed them, but please make sure to put your hands down if a tiger starts roaring above your head! The Night Safari is a fun journey for your family that is full of adrenalin, and of course it is 100% safe. You wont nd any fancy airconditioned vehicles here because how would you feel the thrill of the ride if you just sat pretty in a small enclosed space? Visitors will undertake the journey in a uniquely designed safari tram. Imagine an extraordinary tram with the capacity for 10 to 12 standing passengers protected by bars from which you
creatures to be seen, including Sumatran elephants, Sumatran tigers, white tigers, leopards, Komodo dragons, and cheetahs. With its beautifully crafted ambience and friendly staff, you can have yourself a world-class safari journey.
GETTING THERE
It takes about an hour from Kuta to get to the Bali Safari & Marine Park in normal trafc. If you book the Night Safari journey, you can hop
yourself to get really close with friendly elephants and zebras but beware of the lions and the tigers. In the elephant and zebra zone the guide will give you the opportunity to feed the animals, but in the lion zone its best to just let the animal caretakers do everything. If youre lucky, the tiger zone will be full of exciting surprises! After the nal zone is reached you will head back to the Tsavo restaurant for the Animal Encounter session, which is a great opportunity for your children to get to know the animals better than what they see on TV or the Internet. While the children are engrossed with the session, the adults can enjoy
a cocktail while listening to fabulous tracks from the DJ. What could be better than having a jungle party after a thrilling safari journey? This party session wraps up at 9 p.m. when the nal shuttle departs. Dont forget to make reservations if you and your family wish to experience this Night Safari. Currently there is a limit of from 40 to 48 seats, but since the demand for this experience has increased dramatically, the Bali Safari & Marine Park has promised to increase the number of seats in the future. The Night Safari package is $60 for adults and $50 for children, a price that is well worth this amazing adventure.
STAY OVERNIGHT
Planning to stay overnight to enjoy the biodiversity? Then the Mara River Safari Lodge is a great option for you. Located in the middle of the Bali Safari & Marine Park, this hotel offers you a truly unique experience. Feed the exotic animals directly from your window or just laze around on the balcony as the magnicent creatures roam by. By Bayu Rahanatha
PHOTO THIS PAGE BY BAYU RAHANATHA ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF BALI SAFARI & MARINE PARK
Bali Safari & Marine Park Jalan Bypass Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra, Km 19.8, Gianyar (0361) 751-300 www.balisafarimarinepark.com
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ave you ever been on liveaboards with photographers whose strobes go off every few seconds
regularly nd myself wasting time deleting a series of pictures of a crinoid. Why am I so stupid? In my defense, those shy things hate the paparazzi more than the British Royal Family does. So the rst few pictures are just to get the inevitable blurry shots out the way. And then of course, the subjects of my photos realize they are simply being photographed and not in any danger of being eaten, so they start to tantalizingly put themselves in slightly better poses (proving that sh are as vain as the rest of us). When I dive Raja Ampat (or Four Kings) in West Papua, I nd that in addition to the unspoiled and colorful coral reef, the sh variety is just so incredible! Everybody says it, but it takes time and the ability to remember sh patterns to really understand just how incredible.
during a dive, like tracer re? When they surface and you ask how many images they took, they are embarrassed to admit that they have taken several hundred shots, and then they spend the majority of their non-diving time deleting pictures while complaining about how many pictures they took? Well, that guy Every dive trip I tell myself to reduce the number of photos I take. I try to take only a series of pictures of that special sh, that unbelievable vista, that incredible behavior. If it isnt something special, I tell myself that Im allowed to take just one memory shot. And yet I still
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On my second trip to Raja Ampat I found myself thinking that I had seen this or that sh before, but then I questioned myself and started taking pictures. I soon realized that the sh were of all different species! Just take the Butterysh, for example. The variety is unbelievable, with the subtlest differences. In one species the lines go NW-SE, while the next looks almost identical except that the stripes go SW-NE! And then theres another species with the same stripe pattern but with a dot on its tail. The four different types of Butterysh are the Panda Butterysh (Chaetodon adiergastos), Black-backed Butterysh (Chaetodonmelannotus), Teardrop Butterysh (Chaetodon unimaculatus), and Thin-stripey Butterysh (Chaetodon stripei). Well, the fourth is indeed not a Butterysh at all but the endemic Raja Dottyback (Pseudochromis sp.) just checking to see if you are still awake. At this stage, some readers might have concluded that that I am an incredibly boring person to notice these subtle differences. But if this kind of thing (along with
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stamp collecting and train spotting) fascinates you, Raja Ampat is for you! At Raja Ampat divers have the opportunity to see species that just dont live anywhere else. It really is a photographers heaven, especially if you like to take photos of a huge variety of different species. In addition there are a number of big sh sites with manta rays and huge schools of medium-sized sh like trevallies and snappers. The diving is not difcult and most operators understand the tide tables well enough to avoid incidents. On the subject of liveaboards, I have only tried three in Raja Ampat Shakti, 7 Seas and Damai. I am not going to fall into the trap of seeking favors from any specic operator, so I will not write some honeyed praise about a specic liveaboard in hopes of getting a free trip. Instead, I will say that they were all excellent (in hopes of getting three free trips hah!).
a photograph, especially a macro, often reveals things you never saw when underwater. Personally, I like small sh and critters. In particular I like taking pictures of gobies, which initially often just look like small red sh. When you see the images on a computer screen, you nd patterns and details you never notice underwater. An example of this is the Redspotted Pygmygoby (Eviota albolineata). Furthermore, there are often times when I take a picture of something and completely miss the main feature only to nd something great when reviewing on the screen. A good example is my experience with a big green sh. When I saw the image on the computer I noticed for the rst time the huge Draculalike teeth sticking out (how could I miss that?). This turned out to be a Blackspot Tusksh (Choerodon schoenleinii), something I had never knowingly seen before.
how anyone can turn down a night dive, ever. If youre going to go to the trouble and expense of going somewhere like Raja Ampat, and you know youre only going to do, say, two dives a day, then choose the best dive of the day (whatever the dive master says) and then do the night dive if there is one. The amazing thing about underwater photography is that there is a really good chance that you (yes, you) can take a picture with even modest camera equipment of something that nobody has ever taken before, be this in terms of behavior, a life phase (e.g. a species in juvenile patterns), or even possibly a new species that has not yet been photographed (especially in the case of atworms and nudibranchs). Neither you nor I will ever take the worlds best shot of a cheetah thats been done already but we have a chance with sh and critters to do just that. I have a number of underwater shots that are better than the pictures in reference books, as judged by a neutral third party (i.e. myself). But I do honestly think my image of Boschmas
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Gorgonian Shrimp (Hamodactylus boschmai) is as good as anything Ive seen in the books. If you are very desperate you can even say things like, This is probably the best picture taken of blah-blah that has ever been taken at 3 p.m. on a Friday. I once met a photographer who actually said that, and he wasnt joking. Which brings me back to the start of this article. Yes, I do take too many pictures, especially when it comes to Raja Ampat, as I am always overwhelmed with the choices and variety. I know my rapid re shooting might be judged as inconsiderate to certain creatures with sensitive eyes (like pygmy seahorses), so I try hard to censor how many images I take of them. But I still cant help but take hundreds of shots of light-insensitive underwater panoramic vistas, sh schools, nudibranchs and seastars, for the
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excuses described above. So watch out for me next time you are in Raja Ampat! Ill be the moron missing the sunset on the boat as Im either taking or deleting images. Feel free to tell me again to stop taking so many pictures! By Colin Marshall
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Jakarta: Caffeinated
THESE FOUR COFFEE SHOPS MAY NOT LOOK THE SNAZZIEST, BUT THEIR LEGIONS OF FANS PROVE THAT THEYRE MUST-GOES FOR ALL THE COFFEE AFICIONADOS OUT THERE.
Hayam Wuruk area. At that time coffee was only popular amongst the Dutch, but Liauws special blend soon gained popularity with locals, resulting in his decision to close the stall and open the Tek Sun Ho coffee roasting shop. In 2001 Liauws great-grandchildren changed the shops name to Bakoel Kofe. Their logo is a tribute to the woman from whom Liauw bought his very rst coffee beans. Bakoel Kofe now has four branches in Jakarta and Tangerang with their Cikini shop being the favorite due to its strategic location. Bakoel Kofe Cikini sits in a colonial building and makes use of the historic surroundings with a Dutch-Malay
s one of the largest coffee bean producers in the world, Indonesia has seen a
neighborhood hangout, why not try one of these places to mix things up at bit? Whether historic or relatively new, each one most certainly has its own unique appeal.
mushrooming of coffee houses over the past decade. If youre feeling slightly bored of the cookie-cutter international coffee chains or just want to take a break from your usual
BAKOEL KOFFIE
This eminent caf was rst a part of Liauw Tek Siongs food stall, operated during the 1870s in the
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interior style. Besides being known for their many variations of classic coffee and special blends, Bakoel Kofe is also famous for its blueberry cheesecake, which many customers deem to be the best in town. A favorite hangout for journalists and NGO gatherings, Bakoel Kofe operates from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Price ranges from Rp. 17,000 to Rp. 80,000 and non-smokers need not fret the second oor is designated specically for smokers in order to keep the rest of the shop smoke free. Bakoel Kofe Jalan Cikini Raya No. 25 Jalan Senopati Raya No. 92 La Piazza Mall, Kelapa Gading Bintaro Jaya Sektor 7, Tangerang
BLUMCHEN COFFEE
Relatively new to the scene, Blmchen was established in 2008 by Korean-born Lee Soo-wang out of his blooming love for Indonesian coffee, which explains the German name. Blmchen can also be used to describe the coffees aroma. To show their commitment to serving quality coffee, Blmchen offers a very limited food menu, namely only sandwiches and cakes. According to senior barista Anto Sumarjo and spokesperson Hannah Felicia, this decision was made in
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tip of Sumatera and sell up to seven kilograms of coffee per day. As for how many cups are sold per day, Akwang nds it hard to count! Tak Kie, which means ordinary gathering place, was established in 1927 and not much has changed since then. Pictures showing an old peddler and a poster of the movie Dewi-Dewi (shot here) hang on the wall alongside several printed publications of the place. Tak Kies prices vary from Rp. 10,000 to Rp. 25,000 and you can nd various food items such as rice porridge, pork rice and chicken noodles. Contrary to most other establishments, Tak Kies customers
are also allowed to bring in food from outside vendors. Make sure you dont miss out on their iced coffee both the iced black coffee and iced milk coffee are very light and freshening and perfect for cooling down on a hot day. Warung Kopi Es Tak Kie Gang Gloria/Pintu Besar Selatan III, Glodok By Shinta Eka
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EARTH HOUR
Alila Jakarta joined millions of people around the world and switched off the lights inside and outside the hotel on March 23 from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. in recognition of the Earth Hour global campaign. Alila Jakarta employees and their families also participated by turning off the lights in their homes in an effort to save electricity and support the environment. The Earth Hour campaign was initiated by the WWF with the goal of creating greater awareness of global environmental issues. Alila Jakarta was proud to be able to take part for the fourth consecutive year. Alila Jakarta, Jalan Pecenongan Kav 7-17, Jakarta (021) 231-6008, www.alilahotels.com
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KALIMANTANS FAVE
Archipelago International has just opened its rst trendy select service favehotel in Kalimantan. The favehotel MT Haryono Balikpapan enjoys a privileged location on Jalan MT Haryono, which is in close proximity to both the central business district and Balikpapans Sepinggan airport. With 112 fun and fresh rooms, the new favehotel aims to bring edgy design and unprecedented levels of service to Balikpapans budget hotel market, providing facilities and amenities usually associated with only the higher end hotels. www.archipelagointernational.com
DAGO DIGS
PHM Hospitality has announced their plans to have THE 1O1 Bandung Dago in operation by the end of 2013. The hotel will feature 160 chic and trendy rooms, meeting rooms, a coffee shop, a swimming pool and gym. THE 1O1 Bandung Dago will be part of the urban renewal process of the legendary Dago area in Bandung, West Java. Pictured here are the Cipta Manunggal Selaras (Gucimas) and the managing director of PHM Hospitality during the groundbreaking ceremony on February 17. www.phm.co.id
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TW(IN)SIDE
The Kendra Gallery is holding an exhibition from March 29 to April 29 showcasing two Balinese painters who apply similar techniques of Balinese traditional painting as the basis of their creative development. Ketut Teja Astawa, a young painter from Sanur, has developed a distinctive style underlain by the Balinese wayang style. As for the late artist Dewa Putu Mokoh, the Pengosekan painting style he learned at a young age has had much inuence on his works. Visit the Kendra Gallery in April to see how these two artists from different generations show the progression of contemporary art inuenced by traditional Balinese line painting. Kendra Gallery Jalan Drupadi No. 88B, Seminyak (0361) 736-628, www.kendragallery.com
SAVING LIVES
To welcome Earth Day in April this year, THE 1O1 Bali Legian is collaborating with the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI BALI) to hold a blood drive. 1O1 Smart Living A Way To Save Lives will take place at THE 1O1 Bali Legian on April 17 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is an opportunity for all badge-carrying personnel, including friends and family, to positively impact the community by competing to see who can collectively donate the most blood and ultimately save the most lives. The 1O1 Bali Legian also invites their guests and members of the Bali community to participate in this event. Their goal is to get at least 250 donors, so come out THE 101 Bali Legian Jalan Raya Legian No. 117, Badung (0361) 300-1101 www.the101bali.com
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FUNKY FRESH
Alec Monopoly, the artist who primarily takes his art to the streets of New York, LA, London and Paris, was seen at W BALI from February 26 to March 2. In celebration of the W BALIs 2nd anniversary, Alec worked on an eyecatching 12m x 4.65m wall mural visible from the front lobby as well as a smaller one in the WOOBAR area in his signature funky style. www.whotels.com/baliseminyak
SULTRY SOUL
On March 8, the legendary Jim Larkin & the Saucy Soul Band with very special guests Magnus Lindgren and Maurice Brown performed at the Jazz Caf in Ubud. Jim is an acclaimed ambassador of blues, R&B and soul, and Grammy winners Lindgren and Brown were both stand-out musicians at this years Java Jazz Festival. www.jazzcafebali.com
NIGHT SURFING
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Komune Resort and Beach Club threw a party on March 28 to ofcially launch their new night surng program under custom built lights. The fearless Bruce Irons took to the waves with his radical aerial maneuvers and guests were treated to DJ sets by the Surecut Kids from Queensland. Night surng is now held every night at Komune Bali. Pictured here is surfer Putra (Pulu) Hermawan. www.komuneresorts.com/bali
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GOODNIGHT MOON
Culinary stars are descending on Alila Villas Soori throughout 2013, the most recent being Chef Moon Kyung Soo, the Executive Chef at Mikuni, Fairmont Singapore. On March 22 Chef Moon presented a lavish feast juxtaposing traditional and modern cooking styles. An ardent follower of molecular gastronomy, he paid homage to the richness of authentic Japanese cuisine through delightfully surprising techniques. www.alilavillassoori.comcom/bali
DIGGING IN
On February 13, the Padma Resort Bali held a CSR activity to help SDN 2 Legian plant a garden near the school gates. The elementary school recently moved to a new location and had been particularly lacking shady trees and plants until now. The Padma donated trees and park benches as well as manpower in the form of the Padma staff volunteers, all of which were gratefully received by the school. www.padmaresortbali.com
HUMBLE FESTIVITIES
Ametis Villa Bali celebrated its 2nd anniversary on March 9 with a variety of social activities including a beach cleaning blitz, blood donations, and contributions to social organizations. Ametis also offered a special discount to their guests and gifted those who stayed over the anniversary date with an Amethyst. www.ametisvilla.com
COMMUNITY CARING
NEW RECRUITS
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali participated in the Starwood Asia Pacic Recruitment Day on March 6 entitled Come, Grow with Starwood! Over 500 hospitality graduates and seasoned hoteliers attended to explore the career opportunities offered at Starwood properties across Asia Pacic. This event also took place simultaneously in more than 85 cities throughout the region. www.westin.com/bali
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AIRLINES
AIRPORT OPERATOR
Tel: (0361) 751-011
CZECH REPUBLIC
Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur. Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: (0361) 286-408 E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz
FRANCE
Jl. Mertasari Gg. II No. 8, Sanur Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: (0361) 286-406 E-mail: consul@dps.centrin.net.id
THAILAND Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81, Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310 E-mail: rtc_bali@thaimail.com TIMOR LESTE
Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092 E-mail: cgtl@dpsbali.com
MUSEUMS
AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART
(ARMA) Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229. Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm
CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: (0361) 768-369 ROYAL BRUNEI Tel: (0361) 757-292 SINGAPORE AIRLINES Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 936-8388, Fax: (0361) 936-8383 GARUDA Jl. Jalan Sugianyar, 5 Denpasar
Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807
GERMANY
Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Batujimbar, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826 Email: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com
UNITED STATES
Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 233-605, Fax: (0361) 222-426 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id
ABIAN KAPAS Jl. Nusa Indah, East Denpasar, Tel: (0361) 227-176 ANTONIO BLANCO Ubud , Tel: (0361) 975-502, 975-551, open daily 8 am-5 pm ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
Pejeng, Tel: (0361) 942-352 Open 8 am - 3 pm weekdays
HUNGARY
Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net
HEALTH&MEDICAL
Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For Bali Belly, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics. Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic drinks under various brand names are widely available and are known to replenish body hydration and replace uids. For discomfort, diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy foods. Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe. Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun. Use high SPF sunblock and a hat. AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world. They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.
INDIA
Jl. Raya Puputan 163, Renon - Denpasar Tel. (0361) 259-502/259-503 Fax.(0361) 259-505
MERPATI
Jl. Gatot Subroto Tengah, 26 Denpasar Tel: (0361) 411-364 Airport Tel: (0361) 9351-011, ext. 5240/5242 Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741
ITALY
Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org
MANDALA AIRLINES
Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar, Reservation Call center 08041234567
JAPAN
Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066 E-mail: denpasar@mofa.go.jp
MUSEUM LE MAYEUR
Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur. Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday.
MALAYSIA
Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai Kuta Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373 E-mail: info@consulmalaysia-bali.com
MUSEUM NEKA Tel: (0361) 975-074, 975-034, Jl. Raya Campuan, Ubud open daily 9 am - 5 pm. MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN
Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com
NETHERLANDS
KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com
MUSEUM RUDANA
Tel: (0361) 975-779, 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud
DEPARTURE
Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 40,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for International departure. Ngurah Rai Intl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011
CLINIC&HOSPITAL
INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC
24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361. Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515.
MUSEUM SUBAK Tel: (0361) 810-315, Jl. Raya Kediri, Desa Sanggulan, Tabanan
ROYAL DANISH
Sunset Road No. 89 Ruko Sunset Indah I Kav. 3 Tel: (0361) 821-6979, Fax: (0361) 7666-38 E-mail: danishconsbali@gmail.com
TOURIST INFO.
INTEGRATED TOURISM
INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361; Tel: (0361) 766-188
CONSULATES
AUSTRALIA, CANADA,
NEW ZEALAND Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au www.bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au
POLAND
Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C, Banjar Umasari, Kerobokan Tel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165 E-mail: consul@balipolandconsulate.com
SLOVAKIA
Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477 E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com
BRITAIN
Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804 E-mail: bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id
SPAIN
Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Tel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296 E-mail: espana_bali@blueline.net.id
BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta Tel: (0361) 756-175/76 BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222-387 SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION
OFFICE Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41
BRAZIL
Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005 Email: brazilconsul@bali.net
CHILE
Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783 E-mail: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.com
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