Bali & Beyond Magazine November 2009 Edition

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NOVEMBER NUANCES ‘Om Swastyastu...’ Welcome to our November 2009 edition of Bali & Beyond and welcome to the Indonesian archipelago. With only a month ahead until we see another turn of the year, we have already received updates from our hotel and tourism industry partners with their full-fledged list of plans and programs that will welcome the turn into 2010. We’ll save them and list them in the next edition for you. This month, we share with you an interesting range of features. First up, in Craft & Culture we stroll through the island’s arts scene; the development of Bali’s art since the 19th century is no longer strictly associated with the needs of worship. Throughout the centuries of Balinese paintings, it has also provided artists with the room to express themselves, aid in the livelihood of the island’s craft society, and has always pleased the hearts of visitors who yearn for their next visit to Bali.

Retreat and unwind in Invite & Indulge, where Kathy Petite recalls a luxurious retreat with absolute solitude, just a walk away from the wild, vigorous heart of Seminyak. With a bit of action in the waves, through Action & Attractions we look at the island’s next generation of surfers; kids are always eager to immerse themselves in new and fun activities, including surfing. Magic Wave, a surfing community newspaper, holds a surfing contest just for kids and it’s even open to those still 4 years of age. Bali-based humanitarian swimmer Monte Monfore and Australian swim instructor Glenn Schapel recently teamed up for their second annual Kid’s Day at the Pool for physically and mentally challenged children. Monte also has record-breaking plans ahead. Read about his latest humanitarian effort and some of his future plans through this month’s Pondering Point. In Profile & Portrait we meet up with John Fawcett, who started his foundation to help people with sight and other health problems among the needy in Bali. The foundation had already run for 20 years now and has helped around 500,000 people. And in Beyond Bali, Tim Hannigan shares his travel memories of a journey through Sumba in East Nusa Tenggara, where he also took his parents along to see the exotic splendors of Indonesia’s east, and all flew home with smiles. In the nation’s capital city, try some genuine Yakiniku at a place that serves only the distinguished “9plus” Wagyu meat with the bonus of a breathtaking view of “Bunderan HI” from its upper floor.

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Fadil Aziz is a travel photographer whose main passion is capturing the archipelago’s beauty. View his portfolio at www.alcibbumphotography.com

Ema Sukarelawanto was the Chief Editor of a Bali-based periodical, and now he covers subjects for a national business newspaper as well as actively participating in arts and cultural events.

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

Tim Hannigan first came to Indonesia to surf the world class waves of Bali, but it was the potential for adventure on dry land that really got him hooked.

We hope you enjoy your time and adventures on the island and beyond. And… keep safe! ‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’ The Team

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CRAFT&CULTURE THROUGH A JUNGLE OF ARTS Balinese paintings have provided artists room to express themselves, and have always pleased the hearts of visitors with memories of their last visit to Bali.

26 INVITE&INDULGE PEACEFUL PRIVACY IN VIBRANT LIVELINESS A luxurious retreat with absolute solitude, with your feet just a walk away from the wild vigorous heart of Seminyak.

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36 PONDERINGPOINT KID’S DAY AT THE POOL Bali-based humanitarian swimmer Monte Monfore and Australian swim instructor Glenn Schapel teamed up for their second annual Kid’s Day at the Pool for physically and mentally challenged children.

12 NEW&NEWS This month’s select news updates from the island’s tourism industry and what’s new around the island. 56 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism industry and what’s new beyond Bali.

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38 ACTION&ATTRACTIONS BALI SURFING: GENERATIONS Kids are always eager for new and fun activities, including surfing. Magic Wave holds a surfing contest just for kids and it’s open to those still 4 years of age.

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John Fawcett's foundation has helped around 500,000 people with sight and other health problems and the needy in Bali for 20 years.

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In Jakarta, try some genuine Yakiniku at a place that serves only the distinguished “9-plus” Wagyu meat, with a breathtaking view from its upper floor.

60 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events. 64 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month. 70 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specific tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the island’s main destinations. 73 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS Listings and product descriptions from various clientele. 74 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses.

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MIX OF STUDIOS, CONDOS

OF DECKS... TRICKS ‘N TRUMPS

The Bali Kuta Resort & Convention Center by Aston recently launched as a stylish new condotel featuring a choice of 267 studio rooms and 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. As a first in Bali, the Bali Kuta Resorts rooms and apartments come in 5 different interior designs concepts that Aston refers to as Modern Classic, Modern Minimalist, Modern Retro, Modern Ethnic and Modern Exclusive. In addition, the Resort will offer a large inner courtyard outdoor pool, a restaurant, poolside bar, meeting rooms and a full service spa. The resorts’ signature feature will be the “Love is in the Air” roof top lounge and bar set to open later this year. Bali Kuta Hotel & Residences, Jl. Majapahit No.18, Kuta (0361) 756-678; www.balikutaresort.com

The 1st Asia University Bridge Championships will be held from November 8 – 14 at the Goodway Hotels & Resort, Taman Mumbul, Nusa Dua. The Championship is organized by the Indonesian Contract Bridge Association (GABSI) with the Indonesia University Sport Federation, Ministry of Sports & Youth, Ministry of National Education and held under the authority of the Asia University Sport Federation and Pacific Asia Bridge Federation. The Indonesia Contract Bridge Association has organized several international sporting events including the World Youth Bridge Championship 2005, the Pacific Asia Bridge Federation Championship 2007 in Bandung, and the ASEAN Bridge Club Championship 2008 in Semarang. www.2009aubc.net

NO GREEN WITHOUT BLUE... The Nusa Dua Fiesta 2009 in October featured a week long series of festivities and environmental awareness programs including a coral transplantation and restoration program at the Nusa Dua reef a day prior to the Fiesta’s closing on October 20. A turtle release was also held that saw the release of 1,200 hatchlings on October 19. The Nusa Dua Coral Restoration project activities had already begun with ecological research on the reef and marine biology in Nusa Dua since July. Artificial structures were then made, specially designed to suit the tidal conditions of the local reef. 14 artificial reef structures called ‘Submarine Reefs’ were lowered on the degraded reef locations on October 6. Two more were then lowered during the Nusa Dua Fiesta 2009. The artificial reef is expected to rapidly increase the topographical complexity and become stable substrates for coral and invertebrates, and as alternative diving and snorkeling highlights to alleviate pressure on the natural coral reef. For further information, contact project leader Pariama Hutasoit (081-735-0344)

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STARS SHINE ON Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Bali recently announced that over USD 5,000 had been raised by the four hotels in Bali through a donation drop box in the lobby of each hotel, together with activities such as open bid auctions and painting exhibitions for the Anak Bintang (Star Children) Campaign. The hotels came together to purchase helmets for children as a commitment to its corporate social responsibility. www.starwoodhotels.com

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PASSION

IN PETITENGET Métis Restaurant and Gallery welcomes guests to come and enjoy an entirely sensory dining experience. The 350-seat restaurant, bar, lounge and private dining is open for both lunch and dinner and offer diners exciting French Mediterranean cuisine passionately crafted by Chef-Owner Nicolas “Doudou” Tourneville. Kafe Warisan closed on October 3 to make way for the all-encompassing Métis. Métis is open for lunch at 11:00 a.m., dinner seating starts at 5:00 p.m., with the bar and lounge open until 2:00 a.m. It also introduces its new high tea, lounge and private dining menu. Reservations are necessary. Métis Restaurant and Gallery, Jl. Petitenget No. 6, (0361) 737-888; www.metisbali.com

ROCK, SURF ‘N ROLL... Quiksilver announced its confirmation of internationally acclaimed ACDC tribute band Acca Dacca playing two gigs in Indonesia in conjunction with the final event of the Coca Cola 2009 ISC tour season, the 6star prime rated Quiksilver Open at Keramas. Acca Dacca will rock the Hard Rock Cafe stage in Jakarta on November 5 and then the Quiksilver Open after-party at the Hard Rock Cafe Bali on November 7. The presentation and award ceremony at the Centerstage will also see the finals of the Roxy girls “short short” contest. www.quiksilver.com

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KEEP ON WINING The St. Regis Resort Bali presents its sensational Wine Course series by 4-time Wine Spectator Award recipient sommelier Harald Wiesmann, every third Sunday of the month. Immerse yourself in a memorable day with Harald and delight in a premium 6 course degustation dinner paired with excellent wines. Price per person is Rp.3,500,000 nett, inclusive of lunch, wine cocktail, wine tasting with hors d’oeuvre, and degustation dinner with wine pairing. The St. Regis Bali Resort, Nusa Dua (0361) 8478-111; www.stregis.com/bali 14

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Tune Hotels is slated to open two properties in Bali before the end of 2009. Tune Hotels is the low-cost hotel arm of Malaysia’s low cost airline AirAsia. The first hotels to be operated by Tune Hotels out of Malaysia, the company’s no-frills approach offers extraordinarily inexpensive accommodations in which guests pay for such “extras” as air-conditioning, towels, toiletries and parking. The Tune Hotel in Kuta is on Jalan Khayangan Suci and will offer 139 rooms and opens November 6. Meanwhile, the Tune Hotel in Legian will be on Jalan Arjuna, providing 170 double rooms and opening on December 15. The hotel group employs a self-service on-line booking system, modeled after that of their low-cost airline that encourages guests to book early to enjoy exceptionally low prices. AirAsia, through its Indonesian affiliate Indonesian AirAsia, flies to a large network of Indonesian destinations using Boeing 737-400 and Airbus 320 aircraft. www.tunehotels.com

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BRISBANE-BALI Garuda Indonesia is considering re-establishing its flight service between Bali (Denpasar) and Brisbane, Australia this month. The re-examination of the viability of putting Brisbane back on the Indonesian carrier’s Australian gateways comes on the heels of the recent termination of service to Darwin and an ongoing evaluation of route efficacy. The re-opening of the Bali-Brisbane run is part of a general route restructuring and efforts to maximize the revenue produced by the current fleet. The current competitive setting demands that Garuda cannot afford to fly to destinations only once or twice in a week. www.garuda-indonesia.com

CHAMPIONS CLASH The Commonwealth Bank Tennis Tournament of Champions will present the highest level of tennis expertise in the world, featuring 12 top ranked winners from 30 International Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) tournaments conducted all around the world this year, leading up to the season-ending finale at the BICC The Westin Resort Bali from November 4-8. The champions will be competing in an innovative 12-woman round robin singles format. Players have earned titles this year in an international series tournament, and as this goes to press the latest winner was Samantha Stosur (AUS), pictured above, who triumphed in the October 12 Japan Women’s Open Tennis in Osaka. The last of the series is to be announced from the October 19 BGL-BNP Paribas Open, Luxembourg. The women will compete for the $600,000 prize money, and a $1 million bonus will be given to any player that has won three of the 30 International Series events, and the Tournament of Champions. www.commbanktennis.com

TAKE THRICE Melia Bali achieved its third prestigious TUI Award and was voted among the most popular 100 holiday hotels in the world, awarded the TUI Umwelt Champion 2009 by one of Europe’s largest tour operators TUI Germany. TUI honored 100 hotels in 22 countries in the 2009 Environmental Champion Award based on sustainable environmental resort management practices (www.tui-ecohotel.de). It is a stunning achievement for Meliá Bali, the only hotel in Asia Pacific to be honored by this European organization. Melia Bali, Nusa Dua (0361) 771-510; www.meliabali.com

LIVELY IN LEGIAN The Ramada Resort Camakila held its soft opening on September 7 in Legian. The resort is Bali’s newest chic resort featuring a swimming pool with shady lounges, a Salila Spa, two stylish restaurants serving international cuisine - the Tao Beach House overlooking the sea and Azaa Restaurant, and a lobby lounge clubhouse. All guests of the 117 rooms and suites can enjoy their own private balcony with high coral stone walls for privacy. Rooms at the new resort are fully air-conditioned, equipped with wi-fi and furnished with a modern Balinese approach. Ramada Resort Camakila, Jl. Pura Bagus Teruna, Legian Kaja, Kuta (0361) 752-877 www.ramadaresortcamakila.com 16

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ROMANIAN ‘N RECIPES

FUNKY, FUSION Bluefin is an intimate, funky Japanese fusion restaurant that features four distinct dining areas including a Tatami table in an air-conditioned sidewalk area. Inside, a sushi bar is bordered by a full display of fresh seafood, fish, and meat. Another niche offers loungestyle seating with an ambience. A wine cellar is enveloped in glass panels with a variety of wine selections. As for the food, you can look forward to a culinary adventure that blends traditional Japanese ingredients with cooking styles from around the world. Like an accordion, the pictorial menu expands past soup and salads to arrive at “Robatayaki” skewered delicacies. Bluefin, Kuta Sidewalk Complex, Jl. Kartika Plaza, Kuta (0361) 764-100; www.rama-restaurants-bali.com

Padma Resort Bali welcomes its new Executive Sous Chef Raul Deschu. Hailing from Romania, Raul Deschu is a talented and experienced chef having gained much experience while working in Germany, Malaysia, Dubai, Austria and Thailand. Having a passion for knowledge about food and recipes from around the world is what best describes Raul. In addition to his friendly and helpful personality, Raul enjoys riding around and exploring his new home on his motorbikes. With Raul’s arrival, Padma Resort Bali ensures additional varieties to its Food and Beverage outlets and programs, all to create a more memorable resort experience with the renowned Balinese hospitality touch. Padma Resort Bali, Jalan Padma No. 1, Legian, (0361) 752-111 www.padmahotels.com

TAKE A PLUNGE! Bali Hai Diving Adventures, Bali’s premiere dive company with a 100% safety record for over 18 years, announces the appointment of Andrew Sutherland as Dive Manager. Andrew brings his impressive background as a dive instructor, specialist dive guide and dive operations manager to Bali Hai Diving Adventures. He will oversee the day-to-day operation of the 20 staff as well as to implement new ideas and directions to expand Bali Hai’s customers’ enjoyment of diving. His degree in Marine Science from a top United Kingdom university as well as his experience in marine work serves him well in ascertaining and carrying out Bali Hai’s commitment to marine conservation and the environment. Bali Hai Cruises, Benoa Harbor (0361) 720-331; www.balihaicruises.com

ON THE BEACHFRONT Sanur Beach Bali welcomed the first guests of its newly introduced Pool Villa Club recently. The new Pool Villa Club is located at the beachfront in lush tropical surroundings. Two pool villas indulge guests with spectacular ocean views. Each villa has a private terrace and an 11m private pool, and comes with majestic beds, private dining areas and beautiful gardens. Guests may take the option of dining at the gazebo while enjoying the beach over the ocean, and Personal Butler service is available to pamper guests. Direct access to the white sands of Sanur Beach from the villa is another privilege. The Pool Villa Club will provide guests with a memorable holiday in Bali. Sanur Beach Bali, Jalan Danau Tamblingan, Sanur (0361) 288-011; www.sanurbeach.aerowisata.com 18

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Through a Jungle of Arts The development of Bali’s arts since the 19th century is no longer strictly associated to the needs of worship; it also owes its changes to foreign influences and the rapid development of tourism. We now have roughly divided art into two classifications, fine art and mass art.

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he development of

portrayal of human and animal forms,

Bali’s arts surely relates

provided more leeway for decorative

to various foreign

elements that often depict vegetal forms.

encounters that in turn

Java, Bali’s nearest neighbor, has long

have contributed to its

provided inspiration for Bali. Political and

wealth. At least India,

religious proximity made possible the close

China, Java, Islam, and Europe have brought in their important share of attributes. India was first to enter the scene,

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The latest contributors were the European countries. The arrival of Europeans in Bali was very important in

bringing with it big themes such as the

the development of the island’s arts. They

Ramayana and Mahabharata epics

did not only introduce paper and canvas

that are frequently portrayed in the

as mediums but had larger roles in the art

Kamasan style works of art. China

community.

followed, arriving with its architectural

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resemblance of artistic inheritances.

Among the foreign names that visited

traits, painting techniques and

Bali in the early 20th century, the two

introducing the use of ink. Before this

most prominent were Rudolf Bonnet and

introduction, Balinese artists made use

Walter Spies. The arrival of these foreign

of plant-derived saps and minerals as

artists was well received by Cokorda Gede

colored liquids. The Islamic world also

Agung Sukawati of the Puri Ubud palace.

contributed various decorative elements.

The nobleman of the Ubud palace saw

Their religious tenet, which avoids the

that their arrival would at least mean a

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Souvenirs would usually be comprised of something unique that would act as a memento of the island. And most of the choices would lean towards Balinese art pieces.

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Fine art not only evolved in regards to themes, visuals and techniques, but also in marketing aspects. This highlighted a new era for the development of the arts in Bali.

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significant leap in the development of art

presented bright colors throughout their

in Bali.

works. The Pengosekan School and the

On January 29 in 1936, together with several Balinese and Dutch figures they founded the Pita Maha. Pita Maha

Batuan Miniaturist School were founded soon after. The arts in Bali continued to develop

in ancient Javanese means ‘high noble

when Balinese youth pursued formal

ancestry’. This was believed to be the

education in arts such as at the Indonesia

first Balinese artist’s organizational entity.

Arts Institute (or ISI) in Yogyakarta and

The role of Pita Maha was paramount in

carried out comparative studies in other

opening marketing outlets for Balinese

areas such as in Jakarta and Bandung,

paintings and woodcarvings. The

West Java.

organization then successfully held their

Two-dimensional art has long been

first Balinese painting exhibition abroad

attached in the lives of the Balinese.

and promoted Bali art internationally.

Archeological finds reveal that the art

The emergence of Pita Maha was

in Bali traces back to the 11th century,

followed by the formation of various

during the ruling times of Anak Wungsu.

artist communities and art schools. At

Ancient inscriptions were found with

Penestanan there emerged The Young

several wayang motifs depicting the Hindu

Artists in 1958, an art school that

god Siwa.

era for the development of arts in Bali.

homeland with many stories to tell and with

century. This further evolved and is now

These motifs persisted up until the 19th

In the beginning, the art forms were

souvenirs from Bali.

known as the Kamasan style of paintings,

meant for the community’s interest and

relating to the name of the village where

religious purposes and most works were

of something unique that would act as a

this style was developed. Later on, the

anonymous creations. Gradually it has

memento of the island. And most of the

arrival of the Europeans started to bring a

changed towards a more individualistic

choices leaned towards Balinese art pieces.

change of themes. Natural landscapes and

and commercial mannerism.

bare-breasted female figures emerged as new premises in the art.

Souvenirs would usually be comprised

Yet very high artistic value rendered

Incessant promotion of Bali abroad by

it impossible for these fine pieces to be

foreigners, the likes of Bonnet and others,

easily afforded. Classical Balinese painters

brought more foreign visitors to Bali.

such as Gusti Nyoman Lempad would not

to themes, visuals and techniques, but

Several among them took up residence

give away or sell their works of art.

also in market aspects. This was a new

on the island but most returned to their

Fine art not only evolved in regards

The demand for art items is very high, which in turn urges on people’s creative side for mass and communal production of the items. Paintings are made in large numbers, and ideas need not be original

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and often tend to be copies of a more famous work of art; at times one painting could be done by several people by a system of task distribution. These products are then sold by hawkers or distributed at art shops in tourism areas. Now these paintings are more appropriately called ‘craft’ rather than ‘art’ and can be easily found at craft centers such as those of Ubud, Sukawati, and the Kumbasari markets, or at souvenir shops such as the Erlangga outlets

Pita Maha provided a fresh breeze for the development of arts in Ubud and its surrounding villages.

At Penestanan there emerged The Young Artists in 1958, an art school that presented bright colors throughout their works.

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in the heart of Denpasar. Prices vary

PHOTO BY EMA SUKARELAWANTO

The value realization of painting exports in the first semester of 2009 reached USD 1.5 million. The sale numbers of painting crafts are relatively high.

Fortunately, in reality not all art has shifted towards craft. Below is Made Wianta, Bali‘s art meastro in one of his art installations.

Hotels have also picked up on the high

A report issued by the Bali Provincial

widely depending on their frame and the

regard for art as an attractive force for their

Department of Industry and Trade shows

dimensions.

visitors. Several hotels have dedicated

that the value realization of painting

special spaces for exhibits. These hotels,

exports in the first semester of 2009

been transformed into craft. There still are

to name a few, are the Four Seasons at

achieved USD 1.5 million. The sale

Balinese artists that hold high their artistic

Jimbaran Bay with its Ganesha Gallery,

numbers of painting crafts are relatively

idealisms. They work with their flowing

which routinely holds exhibitions of art, and

high. This makes up one among the many

artistic spirits and critical thoughts that

Alila Ubud, Maya Ubud and Griya Santrian

winning craft items of Bali. So Indonesian

continue to produce original ideas.

in Sanur.

society has quite benefitted from the

Fortunately, in reality not all art has

Paintings that fall into fine art can

The works of art displayed at these

relatively high levels in foreign exchange from the export of paintings.

be viewed at the many museums and

famous galleries then have then inspired

galleries in the locality of Ubud. These

painters in their future works. At least they

Throughout the long 10 century journey

galleries generally hold routine exhibitions.

have become in the know on what kind of

of Balinese fine art, now they are no longer

They present and display the newest

feature is currently becoming the trend, so

regarded only in religious worship but

works of art from artists of high artistic

they would produce more of that kind.

have also provided artists with room to

This is indeed not quite positive in

express themselves, aid in the livelihood

hold exhibitions for public viewing are the

the aspects of fine art. Yet on the other

of the island’s crafting society, and have

likes of Komaneka, Tony Raka, Hanna

hand it is benefitting the craft community.

always pleased the hearts of visitors who

Artspace, Sika, and Gaya Fusion in Ubud.

Children involved in painting crafts are able

remember their last visit to Bali, with fine

In the south, there are also the likes of

to add to their pocket money. Farmers

memorable pieces. ■

Biasa Artspace in Seminyak, or Kendra

and housewives are able to gain additional

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

Gallery in Petitenget.

income. Indonesia benefits from it all.

Photos by Donny Cahyadi

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Imagine after passing all that hustle and bustle in one of Bali’s most famous areas, you could put your feet up at a serene, secluded tropical green lush Eden of peace and privacy.

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Y

es. It’s true. Seminyak

that hustle and bustle in one of Bali’s most

I suddenly felt the urge to plunge into the

is known as the noisy,

famous areas, you could put your feet up

pool and immerse my hot and weary self in

dynamic heart of Bali,

at a serene, secluded tropical green lush

that cool clear water. But wait a minute; I

crowded with those

Eden of peace and privacy.

have my own private pool in the villa.

seem-to-be-endless

A sigh of relief. Now I know why it is

Hmm, so maybe that could wait, I

called Elysian. Like it’s meaning, it is a

thought. But those lovely cabanas? Oh,

side-by-side with various shops of art

paradise. After washing my dry throat

I made a vow to myself that I wouldn’t

and antiques and whatever the tourists

(thanks to the scorching sun of Bali) with a

leave the place without deflowering one

can grab as souvenirs from their holidays,

refreshing welcome drink at the reception

of those cool chill-out mattresses. I mean,

together with appetite-whetting restaurants

lounge, I was ushered to my villa. As I

isn’t it such a perfect spot to relax in a lazy

of different international cuisines, sparkling

walked past the 25-meter swimming pool

semi-sitting pose, playing footsy with your

nightclubs and pumping bars, you name

edged by an array of comfy shady cabanas

beloved one, while bitching about life over

it, its all there. So imagine after passing all

and the Rush Bamboo Restaurant & Bar,

a glass of Baileys-Kahlua on the rocks? I’d

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Speaking of design, The Elysian raises the bar very high. The hip contemporary furniture makes a nice marriage with the cutting-edge interior.

save that for the evening. There are only 26 villas in The Elysian,

foldable doors and windows that makes it refreshing. To my delight I spot a cute tiny

each complimented by an 8-x-3 meter

sleek iPod Nano already filled with heaps

private pool nestled in a bushy Balinese

of various music, matched with a Bose

garden. Looking up, I noticed the walls

sound system. Turning my head towards

are tall enough to keep out the neighbors.

the left corner lounge, there was this

Or shall I say, to keep my own “Dolby

cozy couch with bolsters and pillows and

Surround-sound” voice from them?

a whirling ceiling fan that moved gently.

Speaking of design, The Elysian raises

The dining area was nicely equipped with

the bar very high. The hip contemporary

a table and four chairs, a mini pantry, a

furniture makes a nice marriage with the

coffee maker, and a basic first aid kit. But

cutting-edge interior. The high ceiling

what made my eyes stop for a second

and huge windows create such a sunny,

were the “honeymoon tools”. Well, haven’t

bright, airy feel to the already spacious

they thought of it all? Blush.

140-square meter villa, with the design of

Walking from the oversized bathroom

Facing the queen-sized bed was an entertainment center with a flat screen TV with a DVD/VCD/CD player, plus Wi-Fi Internet.

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There are only 26 villas in The Elysian, each complimented by an 8x3-meter private pool nestled in a bushy Balinese garden.

with its large sunken bath, I entered into

slumber) walked back to the villa to find

the bedroom. Facing the queen-sized bed

our private pool adorned by candles and

was an entertainment center with a flat

lovely floating heart-shaped rose petals on

screen TV with a DVD/VCD/CD player, plus

a wooden square and a table set already

Wi-Fi Internet (just in case you find it more

for our next joy: The private in-villa candlelit

interesting to send ice cream to someone

dinner. What bliss.

on FaceBook than to hit the nearby clubs

The rest of the stay, as you can

or sip cocktails at Ku De Ta, which is just

imagine, was nothing but a luxurious

within walking distance.)

retreat with absolute solitude surrounded

If you happen to be a honeymooner or

by the endlessly smiling staff, our feet just

come as a couple of drunken-lovebirds

a few steps away from the wild, vigorous

craving some intimate moments, The

heart of Seminyak. Yes, it’s true. If you can

Elysian also knows how to spoil you.

have both of these worlds, why not? ■

After enjoying a two-hour spa pampering

Text by Kathy Petite

that knocked me flat from head to toe,

Courtesy photos

finished by a warm flower bubble-bath and ginger tea on the side, me and my

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■ The Elysian Boutique & Villa Hotel

partner (who had to be slapped to get him

18 Jalan Sari Dewi, Seminyak

back to reality from his spa-dreamland

(0361) 730-999; www.theelysian.com

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT

RAYS OF Light John Fawcett started his foundation to help needy people in Bali that had sight and other health problems. The foundation has already run for 20 years now and has helped over 500,000 people.

John Fawcett

J

Bali were the lack of suitable technology

with words he well remembers, “You are

and expertise and high medical costs.

welcome to stay in Bali but it is not good

John was born and grew up in

for you to do nothing. Let’s think about

Australia. A successful life and wealth

what we can do for the people of Bali.”

never seemed to be enough to him, and

So he looked around and observed

there would be the tendency to become

several health problems in Bali. The health

ohn Fawcett declared,

more materialistic. Then an accident

level of the average Balinese was quite

“52,000 Balinese suffered

happened where he was hospitalized and

low, due to medical expenses that not

blindness, 42,000 of which

treated for 2 years and 10 months.

many people could afford. He saw many

had cataracts,” as he showed

“That accident made me realize that I

Bali & Beyond his data on our

had the wrong point of view. I had a house,

blind due to cataracts. But what could he

visit to his office. Blindness is

a car, money, and other materialistic

do? He had nothing at that time.

a serious and daunting problem in Bali. Loss of sight is not only a physical

wealth, but none of them could save me

kids with cleft palates and older people

He started thinking about how he

from death. The most important thing in

could help people with cataracts. Balinese

health problem but it is also a

life is to be able to breath, to see the sun

doctors could do cataract operations but

psychological and social one. A blind

shine in the morning, and to have true

were only removing the cloudy lens and

person will undergo immense mental

friends,” said John. After the accident,

not implanting a new lens because they

pressure when facing the reality that

he had to take early retirement from the

believed that implanting a lens in the eye

he cannot see anymore. He would feel

university where he lectured.

was too risky. So the outcome for the

as if his freedom was taken away from

Then he got his true friend in Bali. It was

him, facing his future in utter darkness.

Ida Bagus Mantra, the late former Governor

for one of the Balinese surgeons to

This feeling is often followed by despair,

of Bali who held office from 1978 to 1988.

study cataract surgery overseas and also

realizing that medical treatment costs are

They met through a shared interest in

arranged specialist ophthalmologists from

becoming higher and that he is getting too

ceramics and often had breakfast and

Australia to visit Bali for short teaching

old to recover as well. The money would

discussions together. When John had his

periods. This was the beginning of the

be better used in fulfilling his children’s and

accident, Mantra sent him a photo of the

mobile eye clinic program that was warmly

grandchildren’s needs. The social problem

Tanah Lot temple. Mantra said he arranged

received by the Governor of Bali and the

comes when the blind person becomes

for prayers to be offered at the temple for

Bali Department of Health, with blessings

unproductive and dependent.

John’s recovery.

from the Ministry of Health in Jakarta.

John Fawcett has helped to find a

John believed that Bali was the best

patients was not good. John arranged

The idea of the mobile clinic was to

solution to this problem. Not an easy task

place for his recovery. He lived in Bali for

take the service to the patients in their

indeed. He found that the main stumbling

two years but wasn’t really doing anything

villages. Poor, blind people are unable to

blocks to solving the cataract problem in

substantial. Mantra admonished him

travel far beyond their villages, and the

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John is now 77 years old, it should be time for him to relax and enjoy retirement. But the fact is that he is still busy helping people achieve better health and better eyesight.

mobile clinic solved this problem. Since that time, over 26,000 people have had sight restoring operations in this program. John carries out these humanitarian activities in Indonesia under the auspices of the Yayasan Kemanusiaan Indonesia (YKI) or Indonesian Humanitarian Foundation. YKI is supported by the Australian foundation, The John Fawcett

Now there are three mobile clinics travelling out to remote villages in Bali. In a single day the team screens about 500 people, providing eyeglasses and doing cataract operations.

Foundation. Now they not only help people through cataract surgeries but also provide cleft lip and palate surgery, wheelchairs,

a single day the team screens about 500

busy helping people achieve better health

educational assistance, medical equipment

people, providing eyeglasses to those with

and better eyesight.

and most recently, artificial eyes. These

refraction problems and doing cataract

activities now extend to other provinces,

operations. All the treatments are provided

donations for its humanitarian work. More

with active programs in Lombok and

free of charge to the patients.

information can be found at its website.

Kalimantan.

To optimize its efforts, YKI cooperates

“These are the real humanitarians,”

The Foundation relies entirely on

Online donations can also be made via this

with government departments in each of

website. ■

John said pointing to a photo of the YKI

the regencies, with village heads, and with

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

staff working in a remote area screening

the Bali Coordinating Council for Social

Courtesy photos

village people. All of the YKI staff are very

Welfare Activities (BKKKS).

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John is now 77 years old, so it

■ Yayasan Kemanusiaan Indonesia (YKI)

should be time for him to relax and enjoy

Jl. Pengembak 16, Blanjong, Sanur

retirement, but the fact is that he is still

(0361) 270 812; www.balieye.org

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PONDERINGPOINT

KID’S DAY AT THE POOL Monte Monfore’s swims have supported tsunami and quake victims, hungry children and promoted children’s education. He recently teamed up with Australian swim instructor Glenn Schapel to share some fun with physically and mentally challenged children. 36

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B

ali-based humanitarian swimmer Monte Monfore

for all their support.” Resort GM Stephane Varoquier said,

and Australian swim

“We’re very pleased to host this wonderful

instructor Glenn Schapel

event to brighten the day for these special

teamed up for their

children. The Holiday Inn Resort Baruna

second annual Kids Day

Bali is committed to supporting the

at the Pool for physically and mentally

Balinese community and improving the

challenged children. This year’s fun fest

lives of the locals. We’d love to do this with

was hosted by Holiday Inn Resort Baruna

Monte and Glenn and the children again

Bali in Kuta.

sometime.”

15 children from the Yayasan

“I’ve been teaching swimming for more

Pembinaan Anak Cacat (YPAC), the

than half my life,” said instructor Glenn,

Indonesian foundation for disabled

on holiday from Adelaide, Australia. “It’s

children, enjoyed swimming, splashing,

especially fulfilling to work with challenged

fun and games at the beachside pool.

children in the pool. I’m happy to team up

Following the swim the resort treated the

with Monte and spend time with these kids

kids to lunch at the Palms Restaurant.

while I’m in Bali and look forward to doing

“I jumped at the chance when Glenn proposed this last year,” said California

it again next year.” Hotel guests were invited to join in the

swimmer Monte. “I can’t tell you how

fun and several participated by helping

fun this is! It’s extremely gratifying to see

with the children in the pool. “This was

the children’s smiling and happy faces.

one of the highlights of our trip,” said John

We’re very appreciative of Holiday Inn for

and Becky Livingston from Melbourne,

hosting this year’s event. I want to thank

Australia. “It was really fun helping and

GM Stephane and Activities Director Mukti

seeing the smiling faces on these kids.”

15 children from the Yayasan Pembinaan Anak Cacat (YPAC), the Indonesian foundation for disabled children, enjoyed swimming, splashing, fun and games with Monte and Glenn.

MORE ON MONTE...

UNICEF, UNDP, World Food Program,

children’s foundation, “We are very thankful

Since moving to Bali in 2004 Monte

Millennium Campaign, Greenpeace, and

to Monte and Glenn and Holiday Inn. The

Monfore has dedicated his life to ocean

WWF initiatives. The swimmer recently

children have so much fun and really enjoy

swimming in Indonesia and worldwide.

orchestrated a UNICEF and Circle K

this day. This is all they talk about weeks

Following the 2nd Bali bomb and resulting

partnership and is working on a project

before and after the event and we can’t

tourism decline the humanitarian swimmer

to assist in raising $2.5 million for a

wait to do it again next year.”

made a commitment to bring positive,

nationwide polio immunization campaign

international media exposure to the island

to protect Indonesian children. Monte’s

denominational children’s home for

with his events. Nearly 1,000 articles

swimming supports YPAC and two other

mentally and physically challenged youth.

and TV news stories about his swimming

children’s homes in Bali. ■

Their mission is to integrate the children to

efforts to improve the lives of others have

Photos by Agus Manik

lead normal lives in society. The institute

appeared in national and international

receives governmental funding; however,

media, including hundreds of articles and

additional funds are required for specific

videos on the worldwide web – every news

Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai - Nusa Dua

needs such as: growing children need

story speaks about the American ocean

Km 30, Jimbaran, (0361) 771-718

artificial limbs replaced; wheelchairs need

swimmer who lives on the resort island

repair and replacement; clothes, bedding,

of Bali.

Said supervisor Tanti from the

Jimbaran-based YPAC is a non-

■ Yayasan Pembinaan Anak Cacat

cleaning, cooking, and school supplies are

Since 2004 Monte’s swim events

needed, etc. A new bathroom expansion

have supported tsunami and earthquake

for you to share experiences, awareness,

project (with wheelchair and prosthetic

victims, hungry children and the poor,

critical ideas and opinions on current

limb accessibility) requires funding also.

and promoted children’s education,

affairs surrounding culture, environment,

ocean conservation, the protection of

hospitality, tourism and travel of Bali and

home or sponsor a child or project to

marine animals, and the fight against

the Indonesian archipelago.

improve the lives of these special children

climate change and global warming.

E-mail us at: [email protected]

please refer to contacts below.

His swimming supports United Nations,

If you would like to visit the children’s

Pondering Point is a page dedicated

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ACTION&ATTRACTION

: G N I F R U S I L A B S N O I T A

GENER

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Kids are always eager to immerse themselves in new and fun activities, including surfing. Magic Wave holds a surfing contest just for kids and it’s even open to those still 4 years of age.

I

t was a bright morning and the

wave, and then wiped out. He just ignored

kids were growing a bit edgy and

it, bobbed up and tried to paddle again

couldn’t wait to paddle out and go

and again. No leg rope, no instructor…

surfing. Because that day, they were

only a half broken surfboard and the full

participating in an event where they

spirit of youth.

could play, learn to surf, and compete

Then when I had the opportunity

in the Magic Wave Surfing Championships

to go to Nusa Lembongan I witnessed

(MSC).

something quite similar; kids with the

Kids were divided into two categories,

utmost enthusiasm. They jumped aboard

Under 10 and Under 14. For those who

the boat that brought us to the surf point

were not able to paddle yet, Magic Wave

of Shipwrecks, (it was the Lembongan Surf

created a special division called the

Team), to enter a competition organized

‘pushing division’. The latter would enter

by the local surfing organization. They

the water with their parents pushing them

were yelling when one of their friends was

as the waves swept in. It was a fun contest,

able to perform a good maneuver. They

and it was a time for them to experience a

were laughing when their friends wiped

sense of competition, fun, and solidarity.

out. The kid on the board yelled back and

It reminded me of a time when I often

then laughed as he waded in the water just

wrote articles on water sports. I went to

smiling, showing the row of white teeth in

several places on the coast and witnessed

stark contrast to his dark tanned skin – the

how enthusiastic kids are when learning

common complexion of a beach kid. I still

to surf. My first encounter was in Sanur.

remember how they admired their seniors

There I saw a boy with a broken surfboard.

and wanted to be just like them.

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kids loved surfing and how their parents supported them. It is much better now than in the 1970s. Those years were the early periods of surfing in Bali. The kids learned to surf with boards that were lent to them by foreign surfers during their breaks. The kids also needed to share the board with other kids. No facilities, no support, and almost no opportunity to surf. Things are so much better now. Some areas have formed formal and informal surfing clubs to support and facilitate the kids’ desire to surf. They also organize routine surf contests. Some surf clothing brands make similar contests to find The Bukit Boardriders, a group of young

hidden talent. Rip Curl has its GromSearch

surfers from Nusa Dua, Uluwatu and

and Volcom its Volcom series. They make

the surrounding area, had a monthly

it routine with valuable prizes which can

contest for grommets and ‘mini groms’.

increase kid’s motivation of the sport. Also

As time went on, the membership of the

showing their care for grommets is Magic

group grew, kind of like a wide spreading

Wave, which has staged its Magic Wave

campaign. The uncle asks the nephew to

Surfing Championships (MSC) since 2008,

join him, the nephew brings his brother

as a monthly groms contest.

to come along, and the younger brother

Magic Wave is a surfing community

brings his friend. It does not take long to

newspaper in Bali with many copies

get the whole family tree involved in surfing.

distributed around Indonesia, in which they

A grommet from the Sawangan village

provide a page for kids who are learning to

in Nusa Dua told me that in the beginning

surf called ‘hot grommets’. They also write

his mother forbade him to surf. His mother

a profile of their performance grommets.

was worried that this strange ‘game’ would

Their main commitment is to improve

make him forget about school and that he

surfing in Indonesia.

wouldn’t have time to help his family. Later

“Indonesia has some magnificent surf

on, when more people became familiar

points. It attracts international pro surfers

with the sport and its virtues, his mother

to come. But unluckily though, not many

gave him her blessing; especially when that

Indonesians know about it,” said Piping

kid never did forget about school and his

who heads the Magic Wave editorial team.

home chores.

“These contests are a way to introduce

Most of the people of Sawangan earn

surfing at an early age, to let them feel the

their living by planting seaweed, just like

fun, and then they will ask more friends to

the people of Lembongan. I admired

join them so they can enjoy it together.”

the kids who never forget about their

All kids can join in the contest. If you

obligations towards their parents and

walk around the contest area you can

family. They would come in to the beach,

find kids hailing from various areas such

put aside their boards, and immediately

as Kuta, Sanur, the Bukit, and even from

grab baskets and help to collect the

Sumbawa. A son of a foreign tourist who

seaweed just after the boat arrived.

stayed in a hotel around Poppies Lane was

During the time I visited several surfing communities in Bali, I witnessed how

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surfer Rizal Tanjung, the son of the Police

around Kuta. They also had drawing and

letter and various merchandise, so that

Chief, or the son of a fisherman from

coloring sessions for the Under 10 kids.

made them eager to partake in the next

Jimbaran Bay.

Many kids have been attracted to the

Koko Mitsuo, a contestant from

event. They started out with around 60

contest scheduled for November 10. Maybe most of the kids just wanted

Sawangan in Nusa Dua grew up in a

contestants and gradually increased in the

to have an interesting way to spend their

surfing community. He has the talent to

following contests until they decided to put

weekend, but there must be some of them

become a professional surfer, with interest,

in a limit to it. But then later they realized

who join the contest seriously. In some kids’

motivation, and persistent practicing with

that limiting the number of contestants

minds, they are really keen on growing up

his brother and uncle. I’ve known him since

is contradicting the basic idea. So in the

to be a real pro surfer just like their brother,

2004. He was standing at the Bukit Board

latest contest in October, they had 120

father, or a pro surfer like they see in surf

Rider’s Contest inauguration, lifting up his

kids joining. 6 kids surfed per heat where

magazines, brand posters or videos. ■

big prize and his face got hidden behind

there would have normally been 5 kids.

Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

it all. Today, he has already won the MSC

The judges were overwhelmed.

Photos courtesy Magic Wave

several times in the Under 14 division. Magic Wave packaged this event

When the sun went down, the kids were sort of tired from their mini battles.

■ Magic Wave, Surfing Community

creatively. They didn’t only have a ‘pushing

But when the winner was announced,

Newspaper, Jl. Swakarya Baru No. 2X,

division’ but also provided a ‘learn to surf’

cheers filled the air. The winners did not

Denpasar, (0361) 263-568

session and joined with some of surf schools

get any luxury prizes, but an appreciation

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BEYONDBALI

Known as a “living megalithic culture”, megaliths like this are still preserved well and used. The old ways of worship are also still practiced. Here, a rato stands beside a seaside tomb. This kind of stone tomb may contain a lot of precious things inside it.

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SUMBA Sensations Succeeded Tim Hannigan shares his memories of his parents’ first visit to Indonesia and how he wanted to to take them somewhere truly special. And the choice fell on this insignificant-looking island tilted south of the equator, east from Bali, from where they left... utterly contented.

I

t was my parents’ first visit to Indonesia

wealth of traditions and beliefs that predate

and I wanted to take them somewhere

foreign religion. Sumba, isolated from the

truly special. I pored over my map of

other islands of Nusa Tenggara, remained

the archipelago in the weeks before

almost free of outside influence until well

they arrived and considered the

into the 20th Century. Even today this is a

possibilities. Their visit was a short

place where the ancient ways are strongly

one, so the remote depths of Papua, the dense forests of Kalimantan, and the green

preserved. After a brief rest in Bali and a short

uplands of Sumatra were too far away.

dash through the western part of Flores,

But then my eye fell on an insignificant-

we disembarked from the ferry in

looking island tilted south of the main

Waingapu, capital of East Sumba. The

chain running east from Bali. I had been

recent launch of Transnusa Airlines has

there before and knew that it was one of

opened up the islands east of Bali for

the most strange and fascinating places

short visits, so you can fly from Denpasar

on earth, and better still, there were direct

to Waingapu or Tambolaka in Sumba.

flights from Denpasar. I would take my

But for me the best way to arrive is by

parents to Sumba.

sea, watching the long, low bulk of the

Sumba is part of Nusa Tenggara, the

island rising slowly above the horizon after

islands of the Southeast. This region is

the green hills of Flores and Sumbawa

probably the most fascinating part of an

have fallen away behind. According to

entirely fascinating country, with gorgeous

the legends, this is how the first settlers

scenery, empty beaches and some of the

saw Sumba as they reached the end of

best diving in the world. But for me the

a long island-hopping journey from India,

attraction has always been the diverse

hundreds of years ago.

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Sixty kilometres north of Waingapu, the

from woven grass, and there is no cut or

isolated village of Wunga stands on a

shaved wood used in the construction.

high escarpment ridge with a spectacular

The ancestral graves that dot the village

command of the rolling countryside. The

are made from simply piled slabs of uncut

landscape of East Sumba is striking. Here

limestone, unlike the finely carved tombs

the thick vegetation of the tropics gives

in other areas. Even the cloth, woven on

way to an expansive tableland of brown

traditional looms, is plain here, without

savannah; it could be Africa.

dye or embroidery. And while elsewhere

Wunga is a special place, for as the

on the island many villagers have adopted

fabled location of the first settlement

Christianity and blended it with their

in Sumba, old traditions have been

old beliefs, the people of Wunga cling

meticulously maintained here. A dozen

steadfastly to the old Marapu religion.

houses are built to the original design,

Splendid isolation: the Newa Sumba Resort on Sumba’s undeveloped north coast (below). Sumba ikat for sale in a traditional market (right). Sumba is famous for its horses and horse warriors and the festivities of Pasola (bottom).

Marapu is the name given to the sacred ancestors, the first people of Sumba,

roofs are a familiar sight in Sumba, but

and they are the focus of the old religion.

in Wunga even the low walls are made

The towering rooftops of the traditional

PHOTO BY TIM HANNIGAN

with towering roofs of grass thatch. These

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houses are the home of their spirits where

the low hilltops above the main streets and

the clan heirlooms are kept along with

bustling market stand some of the most

the drying rice. The Sumbanese priests,

traditional villages on the whole island.

known as Rato, can communicate with

Kampung Tarung, just a couple of minutes

these ancestral spirits and read the omens

walk from the heart of the town, is the

that they send in the internal organs of

biggest and most important, but there are

sacrificed chickens and pigs. Funerals are

others: Bodo Ede, Tambelar, Waitabar.

hugely important events in Sumba, for they

These are some of the best villages on

mark the moment when the deceased

Sumba to explore, for the villagers are

goes to join the ancestors. Pigs, buffalo

used to visitors. Some speak English and

and horses are sacrificed to join the spirit

they are very welcoming, often inviting you

on its journey.

into their homes – and perhaps offering

From Waingapu, we travelled west to

you betel nut. The nut, with accompanying

the sleepy little township of Waikabubak.

catkin and lime powder, is a key part of

West Sumba is wetter than the east. Rice

hospitality on Sumba. Years of chewing

grows here in neat terraces, and there are

the stuff give the old people of the island

stands of palm trees between the fields.

mouthfuls of red teeth, but trying it once

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LARAWELI WAIKELO MEMBORO

LAHAROKO

WAINGAPU PEKALONGAN

BONDOKODI

LAKOHEMBI

SEMARANG

WAIKABUBAK

PARAIGOPA MELOLO

MATENA

MOUNT WANGGAMETI

1225 SUMBA ISLAND

a numb tongue and a mouthful of scarlet

days to spare. On the recommendation

the waves and birds in the trees behind

spittle. My mum had a go – and said it was

of a friend, I had booked rooms at the

the beach. It was the ideal place to reflect

disgusting. After that when villagers offered

Newa Sumba Resort on the north coast

on our journey through the remarkable

she accepted politely and slipped it into

near the little port village of Waikelo. We

culture of Sumba – and strategically

her pocket – “for later!”

arrived in the evening to find it a place of

located despite the illusion of castaway

spectacularly splendid isolation. The resort

remoteness: Tambolaka airport lay just ten

remote villages among the green ridges

has just a few cool rooms of dark varnished

minutes away, and Bali an hour beyond.

and valleys to the south. Traditions were

wood in buildings with high Sumba-style

strong here, and in many of the places

roofs. There were no other guests and

the morning air my father craned his head

they had seen few foreigners. Here the

no one else for miles around, for the place

to catch one last glimpse of Sumba as it

land ran away to a coastline of white shell

stands on its own strip of perfect beach

faded behind us.

beaches where turquoise waves broke on

facing an empty ocean and surrounded by

the offshore reefs. They were gloriously

dense, dry forest. It was utterly peaceful,

I’ve ever been,” he said. I smiled to myself:

empty, the sand unbroken by footprints,

and for the next two days we did nothing

I had succeeded. ■

and not a hawker in sight.

but read and swim, watching the sun falling

Photos by Alcibbum Photography

into the west and listening to the sound of

www.alcibbumphotography.com

From Waikabubak we explored

My mum wanted a souvenir from Sumba though, so back in Waikabubak we bargained in the market for a length of traditional ikat, the cloth woven by the women of the island on their back-strap looms. Every area has its own distinctive designs, with the more elaborate styles coming from the east. But we chose a piece from the west with simple, abstract patterns. We had tickets for the short flight back to Bali from the little airport at Tambolaka, north of Waikabubak, but we still had three 48

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Toranomon was just recently added the list of top culinary destinations in town. Originally derived from Utsunomiya in Japan, this specialized-in-Yakiniku restaurant launched its first outlet in Jakarta only a few months ago. 50

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Toranomon was just recently added to the list of top culinary destinations in town. This specialized Yakiniku restaurant launched its first outlet in Jakarta a few months ago.

A Chill by the Grill

S

ure, a Japanese BBQ

Toranomon was just recently added the

might not be a new

list of top culinary destinations in town.

experience for you, but

Originally derived from Utsunomiya

have you tried genuine

in Japan, this specialized-in-Yakiniku

Yakiniku at a place

restaurant launched its first outlet in

that serves only the

Jakarta only a few months ago.

distinguished “9-plus” Wagyu meat? With

Before entering the restaurant I walked

the bonus of a breathtaking view of the

along a subtly lit alley adorned with

“Bunderan H.I” from the upper floor? Kathy

touches of Japanese décor that made

Petite came to the right place for that, and

me feel like I was being transported to

enjoyed a delightful afternoon.

another realm of serenity. A sigh of relief.

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The choice of dishes make this place a great place for Yakiniku fans, featuring a broad range of high quality beef including Jyou Karubi, Tsubo Zuke Tora Karubi, Jyou Rosu, and Gyu Tan Shio.

weekend), it was nice to be away from the

corner injected a kind of freshness into the

hustle and bustle for just a moment. At the

room. It was so bright and airy.

end of the alley I came to a huge, bright, sunny space with a corner facing the view

a seat by the window then began my

of the H.I. roundabout. Wooden dining

Sunday Yakiniku afternoon. Choregi Salad

sets with grills were standing nicely on the

came as a starter. A bunch of healthy stuff

smooth shiny parquet floor.

piled up on a plate. The salad base itself

On my right side there were a few

consisted of sunny lettuce, romaine lettuce

private lounges with different options

and butterhead. It was then supplemented

for seating, the usual ones and tatami-

with sliced leeks and leaves of garlic, then

style dining ones. The wood-dominated

topped with Choregi salad dressing and

Japanese interior was breathing in every

garnished with Togarashi (Japanese chili

corner of the place. But what impressed

powder). It gave a real blast of freshness to

me as well was the architectural beauty

my mouth.

at a corner of the restaurant. Covered

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Not wanting to miss the view, I took

Next was the Yukkejan Soup. Inside

with glass to the top of the high ceiling,

the bowl was the bouillon and the minced

this must be the coolest smoking room

cooked meat or “zenmai”. The bouillon

of a restaurant I have ever seen. On the

itself was the “broth” coming from cooking

stone floor sat some wood furniture with

the beef for 3-4 hours. That explained the

cushions. Bits of plants and bushes in a

rich tasty flavor of the soup.

Before going on to my carnivore stage, I had a taste of the rice dish called Ishiyaki Mentaiko Bibimba. Inside the small and smoking hot bowl was rice, zenmai, horonso, moyasi, nomasu, nasu, soboro (flavored meat), hakusai, kimuchi, egg yolk, mentaiko and nori. Such a delicious mix, and despite the size of the bowl turned out to be a very filling dish. So why is this such a great place for Yakiniku fans? The choice of dishes is one obvious reason, featuring a broad range of high quality beef including Jyou Karubi (High Grade Marbled Meat), Tsubo Zuke Tora Karubi (Marinated Marbled Meat), Jyou Rosu (High Grade Beef Loin), Gyu Tan Shio (Beef Tongue). The must-try selections include the Atsugiri Gyu Sirloin and Hire (Thick Cut Beef Sirloin and Tenderloin), Gyu Chutoro and Ohtoro BALI&BEYOND

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The menu also offers a range of side dishes such as Yukke (fresh raw beef mixed and stirred with egg yolk), a variety of Chijmi (Korean pancakes) and Kimuchi.

Karubi (Chutoro and Ohtoro Marbled

Issyoni Salad and Nabe (soup) or the

Meat). If the hunger in you demands more,

Ishiyaki Bibimba (Hot Stone Bibimba) as

there are big plates on which you can find

mentioned earlier.

a variety of meat, such as Raku, Ohgi, Hana and Utage Big Plate. For the ultimate pleasure, the Gyu

Dessert is another joy at the Toranomon. The Matcha Ogura is light and spongy with the right amount of

Ohtoro Karubi can be an option. Such

sweetness, while the Mango Pudding

tender and juicy meat needs only a quick

could’ve been smaller and softer with a bit

grill though, so be careful not to overcook

more sauce. To wash down these dishes,

it. Not a huge fan of meat, I surprised

you can choose the warm and soothing

myself at how many pieces of Gyu Ohtoro

Japanese Tea or the cold and refreshing

Karubi I grilled and enjoyed. The grill kept

Honeydew Juice.

on smoking and the smell kept on lingering,

Either one is the perfect way to end

so I moved on to try another temptation in

your Yakiniku experience. ■

the list of meat, the Yaki Shabu Tan Shio.

Text and photos by Kathy Petite

The menu also offers a range of side dishes such as Yukke (fresh raw beef

■ Toranomon Restaurant, Grand

mixed and stirred with egg yolk), a variety

Indonesia - East Mall, Garden District 2,

of Chijmi (Korean pancakes), and Kimuchi.

Level 5, no. 17, Jakarta

Soup lovers can opt for the Onikuto

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A WEEK OF FASHION IN THE CAPITAL CITY The Jakarta Tourism & Cultural Office has highlighted Jakarta Fashion Week 2009/2010 on its agenda. This fashion event will be held from November 14-20 at the Pacific Place in Jakarta, noted as the highest scale fashion event in Indonesia. More than 60 designers from the Indonesian Designer Fashion Entrepreneurs Association (APPMI) and Indonesian Designers Association (IPMI) will exhibit their designs. New designers can also participate in an Indonesian Fashion Design Contest. Priyo Oktaviano and Sebastian from Indonesia have collaborated with Tarun Tahiliani and Malini Ramani from India in a cultural exploration in cooperation with the Indian Embassy. Dinas Pariwisata dan Kebudayaan DKI Jakarta, Jl. Kuningan Barat No. 2, Jakarta Selatan, (021) 525-0738

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TASTY TILAPIA Melia Purosani introduces their new menu additions through “Healthy Life with Tilapia”. Tilapia and Gourami are common Indonesian freshwater fish. Chef Sarjono, one of Melia’s chefs who prepares these dishes, explains that Tilapia is low in fat and fast to cook. “We only need 5 to 10 minutes to prepare it,” he said. Healthy life with Tilapia is a way to popularize bream consumption in Indonesia. This promo is offered at the El Patio coffee shop of the Melia Purosani Jogja. Five options for lunch and dinner include Clear Tilapia Soup, Grilled Tilapia, Pan Fried Tilapia, Tilapia Salad, and Steamed Tilapia. Melia Purosani Jogja, (0274) 589 521, www.meliajogja.com

Aston International recently announced a management agreement with PT Asmat Jaya Pratama under which it will manage Jayapura’s newest hotel. The 12-storey hotel, which will be Jayapura’s tallest structure, is set to open in December of 2009. Located in the very center of the city, the Aston Jayapura Hotel will offer 102 rooms and suites, a large ballroom with a capacity of up to 600 guests, meeting rooms, a coffee shop and lobby lounge, a full service spa with sauna, a gymnasium, and an entertainment center with a cocktail bar and karaoke facilities. The Aston Jayapura Hotel will be the group’s 4th hotel to open in East Indonesia this year after the recently opened Aston Manado City Hotel and Aston Natsepa Ambon Resorts, and the impending opening of the Aston Niu Manokwari Hotel & Conference this month. www.aston-international.com

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MYSTICAL ‘N MEALS Tugu Blitar’s Lara Djonggrang presents another in Indonesia’s Cultural Dining Series called The Undiscovered Beauty of Blitar Pasar Rakyat and The Exotic Tari Warok on November 21. Experience the delicious Lara Djonggrang ‘communal feast’ with a performance of the almost extinct Tari Warok, Barong Kepruk and Tari Singo Barong dances, three of Blitar’s most mystical traditional dances under the shadow of a hundred year old Banyan Tree. Lara Djonggrang Restaurant, Jl. Cik Di Tiro 4, Menteng, Jakarta, (021) 315-3252; [email protected] 56

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The Indonesian National Gallery (or Galeri Nasional) presents its November agenda: an FX Harsono painting exhibition from November 1-15 at Building A, curated by Hendro Wiyanto and held in cooperation with the Langgeng Gallery; a painting exhibition by I Made Alit (selected work pictured) from November 12-22 at Building C, curated by Hardiman and held in cooperation with Candi Management; a Made Wianta painting exhibition from November 17-29 at Building A, held in cooperation with O House Gallery; and a Jerry Thung painting exhibition from November 26 to December 10 at Building C in cooperation with Ars Longa Gallery. Galeri Nasional Indonesia, Jl. Medan Merdeka Timur No. 14, Jakarta, (021) 348-33-954, www.galeri-nasional.or.id

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BEYONDUPDATES GO DANCE! Tugu Hotel’s Warong Shanghai Blue 1920 presents Dance Class 101, an exclusive private dance class with Oddy Moenir, a respected senior dancer in Jakarta. From ballroom to Latin dance, it welcomes beginners, first timers and all dance lovers to join this special class. The classes are held every Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. A live band accompanies each class with 1 instructor for every 2 participants and a complimentary Shanghai Afternoon High Tea. Sessions are Rp. 250,000 nett per person with a minimum of 4 sessions per month. The Warong Shanghai Blue 1920, Central Jakarta (021) 391-8690; [email protected]

FEEL IN BANDUNG The Sensa Hotel in Bandung is slated to open by the end of this year. With inspiring architecture, creative cuisine and exceptional services, Sensa Hotel will breathe a different experience. Its name is derived from the term ‘senses’. “What a feeling!” Sensa’s tagline refers to the high sense of personal touch and the high sense of quality service felt through its 128 Superior Rooms and Suites, its refined amenities and facilities and 6 state-of-the-art and fully-equipped meeting rooms. ‘Green Tea’ will serve local and international dishes from morning to night, and features the absolutely unique ‘7 Pulau’ a-la-carte menu with changing daily specialties from all over Indonesia. Sensa Hotel, Jl. Cihampelas 160, Bandung, (022) 206-1111 www.sensahotel.com

COVERED... Within days after the West Sumatra quakes, Telkomsel successfully regained normal operation of its 709 Base Transceiver Stations in West Sumatra. It also issued Compact Mobile Base Transceivers (COMBAT) or mobile BTS to increase communication traffic handling. Telkomsel also provided free health clinics, free telecommunication services, and a public kitchen and free clothing and daily necessities to victims, plus gathered funding to be channeled through the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI). www.telkomsel.com

WALKING THE TALK The 2nd Jogja International Heritage Walk is set for November 14-15, targeting more than 1,000 walkers from Indonesia, Japan and other countries. The Jogja International Heritage Walk (JIHW) is a community of people who are committed to improving their health, develop skills, enjoy their national heritage and have fun promoting walking as a part of everyday life, improving the health of the society. The Jogja Walking Association, Jl. Suryomentaraman Kulon No. 29-30, Panembahan, Yogyakarta (0274) 419-370, www.jogjaheritagewalk.com

HELPING HANDS A week after the Padang earthquake in West Sumatra, Australian Defense Forces (ADF) continued to provide medical treatment, potable water, and tons of humanitarian aid to West Sumatra. A Hercules C-130 RAAF carried 250 tons of emergency equipment and aid from the United States, Britain, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia. The Padang Assist Airlift Operation had 111 RAAF officers involved, as the C-130 made over 50 flights between Jakarta and Padang carrying over 230 tons of cargo. Australian foreign minister Stephen Smith visited the site to see the quake aftermath and to take further measures in aid and reconstruction. Australian Embassy, Jalan H.R. Rasuna Said Kav C 15-16, South Jakarta, (021) 2550-5555 www.indonesia.embassy.gov.au 58

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MEDITATE, ON BALI Bali will play host to the International Bali Meditator’s Festival from November 14-15 in Ubud, introducing meditation as a way of life. ‘Bali Meditates’ is initiated by Anand Krishna, a prominent Indonesian spiritualist. He is one of a few who promoted meditation as a way of life, free of all denominations, when “meditation” itself was not yet popular in Indonesia. Bali Meditates envisions an enlightened society, based on personal experiment and experiences and not on religious dogmas and doctrines enforced by any institutions. To realize its vision, Bali Meditates promotes ‘Meditative Way of Life’, and ‘Meditation as a Way of Life’. The festival will feature programs in several places, a bazaar at the Marketplace, at the Astina soccer field, at seminars and night performances in Sjaki-Tari-Us, and at the Bale Banjar of Ubud Kelod. International Bali Meditators’ Festival, Jl. Pura Mertasari 27 Sunset Road Area, Kuta (0361) 877-9752 www.balimeditate.org

TIMELESS CHANGE Ganesha Gallery presents an exhibition of the respective life works of Adrian and Runi Palar from November 5 through December 7 titled “Timeless Change”. In 1976 the two started their own line of jewelry under the company name of RUNA Jewelry, managed by Adrian. Then Adrian began seriously painting again, a series of colorful gem-like contemplative canvasses entitled “Timeless Change”. These are in turn complimented by a new collection of jewelry by another master, Runi Palar, to create a full circle. Gallery hours are 9 am - 6 pm. Ganesha Gallery, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, Jimbaran, (0361) 701-010 www.fourseasons.com/jimbaranbay

PAINTINGS BY ANGELS Prapen Jewelry & Artifacts plays host to “Paintings by Angels”, an exhibition of amazing gemstones from Indonesia and jewels by Irwan Holmes. The exhibition will be opened on November 27 at 5 p.m. by Mr. Suteja Neka, and is run in support of the 20th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), where proceeds from this exhibition will support UNICEF Indonesia’s continued advocacy on Child Rights. The exhibition will continue through January 14, 2010. Jewels by Irwan will be available at Prapen Jewelry & Artifacts permanently after the exhibition. Prapen Jewelry Artifacts, Jalan Jagaraga 66, Celuk, Sukawati, Gianyar, (0361) 291-333, www.prapen.com 60

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DESIGN LIFE Design Life is a 3-day event that will be held in Ubud from December 4-6 and organized by Bali-based designers and entrepreneurs who are alumni of the RMIT University’s School of Architecture and Design. Design Life is open to all designers from various disciplines as well as RMIT’s School of Architecture and Design alumni. It is a design forum that brings together designers and creative individuals from various design disciplines including Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Industrial Design and Fashion from Asia and Australia. Design Life Bali 2009, Jl. Imam Bonjol 199B, Denpasar (0361) 484-558; www.designlife2009.com

Hanna Artspace presents an exhibition of works by artist Adi Bachman from November 1-14. Adi’s Spelling covers an alphabet of topics. The German artist and writer, who lives and works in Ubud, describes and illustrates his views and thoughts about some basics in social, political and economical realities in the world, both in Indonesia and in Bali. 26 panels as digital prints show as powerful pieces of contemporary art. Photos and graphic elements, drawings and paintings, signs and symbols are combined with typographical elements and informative text. Hanna Artspace, Jalan Raya Pengosekan, Ubud, Gianyar, (0361) 978-216 www.hannaartspace.blogspot.com

ARCHERS, AIM! The Asian Archery Federation chose Bali to host their 2009 Asian Archery Championships, with 370 athletes from 32 Asian countries expected to take part in the November 15-21 event. Indonesian archers hope to use the championship held at the Lapangan Renon in Denpasar to propel the country back onto the international scene. Archery produced an Olympic medal for Indonesia in 1988, when the women’s team — Lilies Handayani, Nurftriyana and Kusuma Wardhani — won silver at the Seoul Olympics. However, Indonesian archers experienced a steady downward spiral over the ensuing decade. Taufik Effendi, the Indonesian Archery Association (Perpani) chairman, said the decline was the direct result of a lack of junior development programs, a situation exacerbated by the 1997-98 Asian financial crises. At the 2007 Southeast Asian Games, Indonesia brought home three gold medals, four silvers and a bronze. Perpani hopes that momentum can carry over to the 2009 SEA Games this December in Laos. www.asianarchery.com

POWER OF SHAPE Kendra Gallery of Contemporary Art recently opened Power of Shape, a sculpture exhibition presenting the works of artist Dolorosa Sinaga. The exhibition is curated by I Wayan Seriyoga Parta. Kendra Gallery, Jl. Drupadi no. 88B, Basangkasa, Seminyak (0361) 736-628 www.kendragallery

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MEANWHILE... THIS MONTH November 1 World Vegan Day. Celebrated by all vegans throughout the world. November 2 Purnama Kelima. The 5th Full Moon. Balinese Hindu observance. November 3 Spiritual Day. National observance.

MARTIAL ARTS, MOONLIT The Segara Village Hotel plays host to a Mepantigan showcase, an integrated multi sensory performance featuring Balinese martial arts on the beach combined with fire, traditional drama, dance and gamelan music. The Mepantigan will take place on a full moon on November 4, starting with a ritual parade at 7:30 p.m. and a bodypainting welcome dance. A Gebug Ende traditional stick-fighting showcase from the Seraya village in Karangasem starts at 8:00 p.m., followed by a Genjek Jepang choir, Kebo and Kadutan Dance, then Ngegol Mepantigan. Entrance fee is Rp. 100,000 for adults and Rp. 50,000 for children, and includes coconut juice and cassava chips. The audience will be encouraged to participate in the Mepantigan joged performances. For further information, contact (0361) 288-407. www.mepantiganbali.com

IMAGEMAKERS OF THE FUTURE Alila Living Gallery presents “Imagemakers of the Future”, an exhibition showcasing the works of emerging young Indonesian photographers through November as a BLIPfest pre-event. BLIPfest (Bali Photography Festival) will be a major international photography event hosting an array of exhibitions, workshops and seminars in Bali. A first for Bali, BLIPfest will take place during the last week of September into the first week of October 2010. The events of BLIPfest 2010 will be spread over venues around Denpasar, Kuta, Nusa Dua and Ubud, Bali. BLIPfest was conceived by Indonesian photographer Rio Helmi as a platform for Indonesian photography, as a creative impetus for artistic and aesthetic energies and as a venue for intercultural interaction fostering the advancement of Indonesian photography within a global milieu. BLIPfest curators include senior Indonesian photographers Darwis Triadi, Firman Ichsan, Oscar Motuloh, Rio Helmi and Tara Sosrowardoyo. Early interest in participation has come from several foreign photographers including San Francisco of Fine Arts lecturer Linda Connors, VII agency photographers John Stanmeyer and James Nachtwey, as well as Magnum’s Raghu Rai. The pre-event exhibition is open daily. Alila Ubud (0361) 975-963 www.alilahotels.com; www.theblipfest.com 62

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November 6 International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict. International observance, recognized by the UN. November 8 World Radiography Day. Anniversary of the discovery of X-rays in 1895 by German physics professor Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen. November 9 World Freedom Day. United States federal observance commemorating the fall of the Berlin Wall and end of communist rule in central and eastern Europe. November 10 Patriot Day. National observance. Ganefo Day (Games of New Emerging Forces). The World Sport Championship Declared by Soekarno, Indonesian First President on 1962. National observance. November 12 National Health Day. National observance. November 14 Mobile Brigade Day. National observance. World Diabetes Day. A primary global awareness campaign of diabetes millitus. International observance, recognized by the UN. November 15 World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. International observance recognized by the UN. November 16 International Day for Tolerance. Day for public awareness of dangers of intolerance. International observance, recognized by the UN. November 17 Tilem Kelima. The 5th New Moon. Balinese Hindus observance.

International Student Day. November 19 International Men’s Day. Day focusing on men’s health, highlighting positive male role models. Celebrated in Trininad, Togabo, Jamaica, India, Australia, Singapore, USA, UK, and Malta. World Toilet Day. Declared by World Toilet Organization, a non-profit organization committed to improving toilet and sanitation conditions worldwide. November 20 Puputan Margarana Day. Commemorates the battle of Margarana village against the Dutch in 1946. National observance. Africa Industrialization Day. International observance, recognized by the UN. Universal Children’s Day. Day to honor children and minors. International observance, recognized by the UN. November 21 Tree Day. National observance. World Hello Day. Day to say hello to ten people. Greeting others, message for world leaders to use communication rather than force to settle conflicts. World Television Day. International observance, recognized by the UN. November 22 Land Transportation Day. National observance. November 25 Teacher Day. National observance. International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women. International observance, recognized by the UN November 27 Idul Adha 1430 Hijriyah. Muslim observance. Public Holiday in Indonesia. November 28 Tumpek Krulut. Day devoted to Iswara, God of Musical Instruments. Balinese Hindu observance. November 29 International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. International observance, recognized by the UN.

HOTELHIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHT: Bali Masari Villas is a hotel with a difference and features four one-bedroom and eight two-bedroom luxury villas each with their own private plunge pool beautifully situated overlooking a ravine in the valley of the Petanu River. A place to be at one with nature, to soothe the senses - mind, body and soul. Self-contained villas are perfect for honeymooners, for discerning travelers and executives. FACILITIES: Restaurant providing a range of Asian and European food; bars, a spa, a large swimming pool and a smaller childrens pool. The villas have recently been refurbished to four star standards, each featuring its own dip pool and equipped with television, air conditioning, hot and cold water, telephone, electronic safety deposit box and kitchen. Spacious rooms boast high Balinese roofs, marble floors, a large central living area and a pull out sofa double bed. LOCATION: The 1.6 hectare resort is situated near the Sukawati village in the Gianyar Regency. 45 minutes drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport, 30 minutes from Ubud, 20 minutes from Sanur. Shopping and art markets are nearby in Sukawati. CONTACT: Jl. Pantai Purnama, Banjar Gelumpang, Sukawati, Gianyar, Tel: (0361) 290-029, Fax: (0361) 290-050; E-mail: [email protected]; Website: www.balimasarivillas.com

HIGHLIGHT: The Mentari Sanur Hotel is tucked away down a small side street just off Jalan Hangtuah at the northern end off Sanur, Bali’s most enchanted village. Shaded by frangipani trees, this two-storey 28 rooms hotel offers the ideal combination of modern facilities and a charming Balinese atmosphere with family style hospitality and service. FACILITIES: A large luxury private swimming pool is the right place for you to pamper your self and relax in a privacy atmosphere under a warm tropical sun. Tunjung Restaurant offers a combination of continental and traditional Balinese dining, cozy lounge is the area where you can sit down, relax, and bar will serves you varieties of drinks. Free exclusive broadband internet access. LOCATION: Located in a tranquil coastal village of Sanur make the Mentari Sanur Hotel is situated in an ideal location with immediate access to the main highway and just minutes from many great tourist activities and attraction, 25 minutes drive to the Ngurah Rai International Airport, 20 minutes drive to Kuta Beach, 5 minutes drive to the Sanur shopping area, 10 minutes drive to Denpasar and 30 minutes to Ubud. CONTACT: Jl. Hangtuah III No.3, Sanur, Tel: (0361) 283-286, Fax: (0361) 283-017 E-mail: [email protected]; Website: www.mentarisanur.com

HIGHLIGHTS: The Maxi Hotel & Spa is situated in the heart of Bali’s shopping and nightlife district. Centrally located, the property offers an ideal base for visitors wishing to explore Bali while keeping all the island’s best shops, bars, restaurants and beaches within easy walking distance. FACILITIES: Hotel facilities and services include restaurant, bar, meeting room, massage and spa, room service, swimming pool with Jacuzzi, children’s pool, laundry and dry cleaning service, airport pickup and transfer, snack bar, tour desk, doctor on call, free car park, baby sitter upon request, broadband internet connection, major credit cards accepted, individually controlled air-conditioning, local and IDD telephone, satellite TV, daily mineral water, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, mini bar, personal electronic safe deposit, tea & coffee maker. The balcony overlooking the swimming pool and landscaped tropical garden offers a private area for relaxing. LOCATION: The hotel is less than 15 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport; 20 minutes drive to Denpasar, 30 minutes from Sanur, Nusa Dua and within 45 minutes drive to the artistic centre of Ubud and about 350 meters from Bali’s famous Kuta Beach. CONTACTS: Jl. Legian 83A, Legian, Tel: (0361) 754-082, Fax: (0361) 750-792 E-mail: [email protected]; Website: www.maxi-hotel.com

HIGHLIGHTS: Pioneering three in one concept, hotel, suites and villas located in the heart of hippest Seminyak Area. Famous area for clubs, boutiques and restaurants. Walking distance to beaches. With perfect concept “Naturally Elegant” post Perfect palace for honeymooners, party goers and fashionista. FACILITIES: 96 hotel rooms, 60 spacious suites, 7 villas with private pool in each, function and meeting rooms, Three Main swimming pools, Atma Spa, SABEEN Healthy Restaurant, Gym, Library, Tirta Pool bar, butler services, Limousine service, LCD TV’s, Broadband Internet connection. Honeymoon package, Meeting package, Bed and breakfast package and Photo-shoot wedding Package. LOCATION: 15 Minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport, walking distance to beaches, Shopping area, and Boutiques. CONTACTS: The Haven Hotel, Jl. Raya Seminyak 500 – Bali, Tel: (0361) 738-001 The Haven Suites & Villas, Gg. Raja, Jalan Double Six – Seminyak - Bali Tel: (0361) 738-001, Fax: (0361) 738-002, Sales: (0361) 738-008 E-mail: [email protected]; Website: www.thehavenbali.com

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RAN FOR LIFE Hard Rock Hotel Bali’s annual Rock ‘n Run – The 9th Chapter, hit the road on October 4. More than 350 participants turned out to ‘run for someone else’s life’. At 7.30am, the 5K charity run was officially started by the sub district secretary of Kuta, accompanied by Darryl Marsden, General Manager of Hard Rock Hotel Bali, with the start and finish in front of Hard Rock Hotel Bali. Proceeds of this year’s charity event were donated to help those in need of cleft lip and palate operations, the funds distributed to assist Rumah Senyum “Smile House” through the Rotary Club of Bali – Seminyak. Hard Rock Hotel Bali, (0361) 761-869

IRRESISTIBLE WAX-RESIST Sofitel Seminyak Bali celebrated Batik Day with Indonesia’s traditional textile (that is produced using a manual wax-resistant dyeing technique) in conjunction with its official recognition by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as a unique landmark of Indonesian heritage. The Indonesian government declared October 2 as National Batik Day. Complete information about Batik and its history was also shared with the hotel’s guests. Sofitel Seminyak Bali, (0361) 730-730; www.sofitel.com

TOP TEN APPRECIATIONS Sanur Beach Bali hosted a ‘Supporter’s Appreciation Night’ on October 9 in recognition of all their longtime supporters. During the event General Manager Margit Arnold officially introduced the new Pool Villas. Awards of handmade glass statues in the form of Balinese dancers designed by hot glass artist Ron Seivertson of Horizon Glassworks were also presented to top 10 agents. Sanur Beach Bali, Jalan Danau Tamblingan, Sanur, (0361) 288-011 www.sanurbeach.aerowisata.com

ADOPT AN ORPHANAGE Melia Bali has adopted an orphanage in the regency of Negara. There are nearly 100 orphanages across the nine regencies of Bali, and about 1,500 children living in poor conditions with inadequate access to education, health and welfare. In an initiative to help address this issue, Meliá Bali made a difference to 35 underprivileged children by adopting “Krisna Rajasa,” an orphanage house in Negara, West Bali. The orphanage accepts children of all religions and races. The 35 children come from different parts of the island with their own stories to tell. Melia Bali, Nusa Dua, (0361) 771-510; www.meliabali.com

TOGETHER FOR HUMANITY BVRA (Bali Villa Rental Association), as the legally acknowledged association of villa rental agencies operating in Bali, in cooperation with the Indonesian Red Cross-Bali (PMI) conducted a “Blood Donation Day” on October 21 at Four@Drupadi in Seminyak. This charity event involved all members of BVRA as well as the villas’ employees in the Seminyak area as the participants. The Shanti Residence & Resort, Jl. Drupadi No.4, Seminyak (0361) 734-656; www.shantiresidencesandresorts.com

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Santika Premiere Beach Resort Bali was awarded a Renewal Certificate of ISO 9001:2008 on September 17 by PT SGS Indonesia, an affiliate of Geneva-based SGS International. On behalf of the Management of PT Grahawita Santika, Made Suryawan – Corporate Quality and Training Manager, presented the certificate to Made Sueca Negara – General Manager, in the presence of all department heads and employees. A series of audits by SGS took place prior the certification. Santika Premiere Beach Resort Bali, (0361) 751-267, www.santikabali.com

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FINE NINE Aston International opened the group’s 9th hotel in Bali, the Bali Kuta Resort & Convention Center by Aston on September 29. The stylish new condotel features a choice of 267 studio rooms and 1 and 2 bedroom apartments that come in 5 different interior design concepts. The Resort will offer a large inner courtyard outdoor pool, a restaurant, a poolside bar, meeting rooms, and a full service spa. But the resorts’ signature feature will be the “Love is in the Air” roof top lounge and bar set to open later this year. Bali Kuta Hotel & Residences, Jl. Majapahit No.18, Kuta, (0361) 756-678 www.balikutaresort.com

Rip Curl Gromsearch 2009 finalists gathered in Bali on October 21 prior to the National GromSearch Finals held during the Rip Curl Surf and Music Festival on October 24-25. To ready the frothing groms for the National Finals, Rip Curl’s elite team riders along with Rip Curl Team Manager Wayan Yudha and top coaches from the Rip Curl School of Surf gave the lucky groms a full day of fun and surf training at Halfway Beach, Kuta. Rip Curl’s Training Camp aimed to prepare the young surfers for the National Finals and also to show them how to compete at the highest level. As the finalists represent the best young surfers Indonesia has to offer, and the winner will receive a ticket to the World GromSearch Finals in Australia in 2010, this training camp was provided to help them to become more professional. Rip Curl, Jl. Sunset Road No.69, Kuta, (0361) 754-455.balikutaresort.com

RIPPIN’ ANOTHER FOUR Fresh from winning a very closely contested 30 minute final at scenic Bo’a Beach on the East Indonesian island of Rote in the inaugural Rote Open 2009 presented by the Coca-Cola Indonesian Surfing Championship Tour on September 19, Balinese surfer, Asian Beach Games gold medalist, and one of Indonesia’s best known chargers, Made “Garut” Widiarta, has just signed with Rip Curl for another 4 exciting years. Garut, known for his incredible tube riding talent and radical free-surfing antics is one of the most sought after surfers in Indonesia at present, and currently is sitting in first place in the Indonesian Surfing Championship Tour rankings for 2009. www.isctour.com, www.ripcurl.com

FINAL FEAT Australia’s Sam Wrench won the Oakley Pro Junior Global Challenge Final 2009 on October 15 at Keramas in excellent 5foot surf, defeating French surfer Marc Lacomare. This win netted Wrench $20,000 USD, the biggest prize purse in World Professional Pro Junior surfing. The 19 year-old from NSW was overjoyed with the win, having defeated an elite field of 18 of the world’s best 20 year and under Pro Junior surfers. www.isctour.com, www.oakleyprojunior.com

PADDLES, PRAYERS... PEACE October 12 went into Balinese history when a bomb blast 7 years ago happened in Kuta. The local community has since held commemoratives on the date. One was recently held at the Ground Zero monument in Legian that involved the families of the blast victims. On the same day, the families and several victims from other parts of Indonesia agreed upon a declaration for peace. In the afternoon, the Bali surfing community held a ‘paddle for peace’ and turtle release, followed by a candlelit prayer for peace on the sand at sunset. These have become annual commemorative highlightsNOVEMBER in Kuta since 2003. BALI&BEYOND 2009 65

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AN INDONESIAN ART FESTIVAL Bazaar Art Jakarta 2009 took place at the Ballroom of the Ritz Carlton Pacific Place in Jakarta from August 28–30 to celebrate Indonesian treasures. Indonesian arts, among the nation’s wealth of inheritance, has gained national and worldwide attention, proven by the myriad of works by Indonesian artists that continue to garner acclaim in international festivals and exhibitions. More and more artists have emerged and developed their various creative innovations. Unfortunately however, Indonesia as a ‘producer’ of artists has not adequately provided the sufficient space in hosting a large-scale event for its artists to present their works to the world. Fashion and lifestyle magazine Bazaar Indonesia in cooperation with BRI Platinum answered the call for a large-scale exhibition as a medium for Indonesian artistic appreciation. Its involvement in the art world is nothing new, as in each edition Bazaar Indonesia provides a large portion of coverage of Indonesia’s art scene. Magazines Esquire Indonesia and Bravacasa Indonesia also contributed to the art event. Bazaar Art Jakarta 2009 – The Indonesian Art Festival took on the theme “Celebrating Indonesian Treasures” and presented various exhibits and activities, joined by over 22 galleries and auction houses. Discussions and talks with topics in the Indonesian art scene presented various themes, from investment to the development of art and Indonesian antiques. A lineup of experts on the subject and artists were introduced to provide interesting topics, views and impressions on the development of Indonesian arts. The agenda also featured a children’s art activity that included drawing competitions, coloring classes, batik lessons and field trips. A public mall exhibition featured over 50 artists presenting various art forms including sculptures, installations, photography and murals. ARTISTokrat was a photo exhibition by Indra Leonardi that presented self portraits by artists. The art festival also presented an Islamic Art Section, a section by Bali’s Museum Pasifika, a private collection of Jakarta Governer Fauzi Bowo, and an Indonesian Odyssey area. For further information, contact Bazaar Indonesia (021) 3983-2381 (ext. 166) 66

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PERFECTION AND BATIK BEACHSIDE IN SEMINYAK – THE SAMAYA DOES IT AGAIN! Greeted by a phalanx of welcoming Samaya staff ninety fortunate Batik clad Skal Bali members and guests were escorted to a grand tent on the lawn close to the crashing surf of Seminyak Beach. The meal lived up to the reception and the setting. Smoked Salmon with Preserved Lemon-Dill Crème Fraiche, Tobiko Caviar, Celeriac & Asparagus Salad followed by Tournedo of Australian Beef Tenderloin with Potato-Goat Cheese Gratin, Parisienne vegetables, and Roasted, Exotic Mushroom Sabayon. The dessert was Chocolate Polenta Cake, Caramel Gelee, Almond Tuile with Green Tea Ice Cream & Vanilla Crème. Ray Clark’s team gave us a superb and memorable Skal lunch. COMING EVENTS AT THE BEST VENUES IN BALI The 160 members of Skal Bali meet monthly for a great meal, fellowship, fun, networking and an opportunity to bond and get to know industry colleagues. On the calendar are: December 12 – Annual Festive Season Ball – Grand Hyatt – Nusa Dua January 8 – Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort – Nusa Dua February 5 – Sanur Paradise Plaza – Sanur March 5 – Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali - Tuban ABOUT SKAL AND SKAL BALI Skal International, founded in Paris in 1934, is the World’s largest travel and tourism organization with over 20,000 members in 500 clubs in 90 countries. Members are tourism industry management and professionals providing accommodation, transportation, tours, travel, marine and cruise tourism, attractions, restaurants, golf, spas and travel media. Skal Bali is the largest club in Southeast Asia and World Leader in Membership Growth Membership and Information: Gede Juwena Telephone: 7840212; email: [email protected] [email protected]

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Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: 286-406 E-mail: consul @dps.centrin.net.id

■ AIRPORT OPERATOR: Tel: (0361) 751-011 ■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS: Wisthi Sabha Building, 2nd Floor Ngurah Rai International Aiprort Call Centre: 0804-1-888888 ■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA: Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: 768-369

■ GERMANY: Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535; Fax: 288-826 Email: [email protected] ■ HUNGARY: Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. Tel: (0361) 287-701 Fax: 287-456 Email: [email protected] ■ ITALY: Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org

■ ROYAL BRUNEI: Tel: (0361) 757-292 ■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES: Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 768-388, Fax: 768-383 ■ GARUDA: Jl. Jalan Sugianyar 5 Denpasar Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807

■ JAPAN: Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628; Fax: 265-066 ■ MEXICO: PT Puri Astina Putra Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon Tel: (0361) 223-266 E-mail: [email protected]

■ MERPATI: Jl. Melati No. 51, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 235-358 Airport Tel: (0361) 751-011, ext. 5240/5242 Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741

■ NETHERLANDS: KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, KutaTel: (0361) 751-517, Fax: 752-777 E-mail: [email protected]

■ MANDALA AIRLINES: Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya, Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar Reservation Call center 08041234567

■ NORWAY & DENMARK: Mimpi Resorts, Jimbaran, Tel: (0361) 701070 E-mail: [email protected]

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

■ SLOVAKIA: Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426171; Fax: 426-477 E-mail: [email protected]

■ THAI INTERNATIONAL: Grand Bali Beach Sanur, Tel: (0361) 288-141 ■ QATAR AIRWAYS: Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788. Wisti Sabha Building, 2nd Floor, Ngurah Rai International Aiprort, Tel: (0361) 760-274 Fax: 760-275 ■ DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 30,000. Residents pay an additional Rp. 2.5 million Fiscal tax for international departures, whereas holders of official tax registration (NPWP) numbers are Fiscal tax-exempt. Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011

■ SPAIN: Jl.Raya Sanggingan, Br. Lungsiakan Kedewatan, Ubud. Tel: (0361) 975-736 Fax: 975-726; E-mail: [email protected] ■ SWEDEN & FINLAND: Jl. Segara Ayu (Segara Village Hotel) Tel: (0361) 288-407, Fax: 287-242 E-mail: [email protected]

■ BRITAIN: Jl. Mertasari 2, Sanur, Denpasar 80227. Tel: (0361) 270-601 Fax: 270-570 E-mail: [email protected] ■ CZECH REPUBLIC: Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur. Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: 286-408 E-mail: [email protected] ■ FRANCE: Jl. Mertasari Gg. II No. 8, Sanur

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HOSPITAL ■ MEDICAL EVACUATIONS: Contact your consulate. ■ BIMC HOSPITAL: Provides medical attention for emergencies and evacuations. Jl. Ngurah Rai 100X, at the KutaSanur-Nusa Dua roundabout. Tel: (0361) 761-263. ■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC: 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361. Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: 710-515. ■ RUMAH SAKIT UMUM PUSAT SANGLAH (General Hospital): Jl. Diponegoro, Sanglah, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 227-911/15. ■ KASIH IBU HOSPITAL: (Private Hospital) 24-hour emergency traumatology unit, maternity center, complete facilities and a full list of specialists, Jl. Teuku Umar 120, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 223-036; Fax: 238-690 Email: [email protected] www.kasihibu.co.id

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■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA: Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No 12, Kuta Tel: (0361) 751-735, Fax: 754-457 E-mail: [email protected]

■ ABIAN KAPAS: Tel: (0361) 227-176 East Denpasar.

■ UNITED STATES: Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 233-605 E-mail: [email protected]

■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART (ARMA): Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229. Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm.

CONSULATES ■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND: Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: 221-195 E-mail: [email protected] www.dfat.gov.au

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.

HEALTH & MEDICAL Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For “Bali Belly”, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics. Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic drinks under various brand names are widely available and are known to replenish body hydration and replace fluids. For discomfort, diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy foods. Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue

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■ ANTONIO BLANCO: Tel: (0361) 975-502, 975-551, Ubud, open daily 8 am-5 pm. ■ ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM: Tel: (0361) 942-352, Pejeng. Open 8 am - 3 pm weekdays. ■ GEDONG KIRTYA HISTORICAL LIBRARY: Tel: (0362) 25141, Jl. Veteran, Singaraja. Open 7am - 3pm Monday - Thursday, until Fridaynoon, closed on weekends. ■ GALLERY SENIWATI: Jl. Ubud Raya, Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485 ■ MUSEUM BALI: Tel: (0361) 235-059, 222-680, Jl. Let. Kol Wisnu, Denpasar.

■ MUSEUM LE MAYEUR: Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur. Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday. ■ MUSEUM MANUSA YADNYA: Mengwi, open daily, but often unattended. ■ MUSEUM NEKA: Tel: (0361) 975-074, 975-034, Jl. Raya Campuan, Ubud open daily 9 am - 5 pm. ■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN: Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com ■ MUSEUM RUDANA: Tel: (0361) 975-779, 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud. ■ MUSEUM SUBAK: Tel: (0361) 810-315, Jl. Raya Kediri, Desa Sanggulan, Tabanan.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS ■ CELLULAR SERVICES Indonesia applies GSM (Global Services for Mobiles). You can purchase prepaid calling cards at lower cost than calling on your home card. Major Service Providers are Telkomsel, Satelindo, Pro XL and Indosat. Look for kiosks and outlet signs or banners with product variants and brand markings. ■ TELKOMSEL The major GSM provider, Telkomsel, is reputed to have the widest national coverage area, minimizing connection and signal relay inconvenience. Graha Telkomsel, Jl. Diponegoro 134 Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 228-811.

TOURIST INFORMATION ■ INTEGRATED TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361 Tel: (0361) 766-188 ■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT: Tel: (0361) 751-011 ■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE: Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta Tel: (0361) 756-175/76 ■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE: Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222-387 ■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE: Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41 ■ UBUD TOURIST INFORMATION SERVICE: Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar Tel: (0361) 96-285, 973-285; 8 am - 9 pm.

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