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THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF... THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS
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Cover The Chinese Warrior of the temple Photo by Fabio Lorenzo Location Caow Eng Bio Buddhist Chinese Temple, Tanjung Benoa
PONDERINGPOINT
IN WITH THE NEW! MOVING BALI FORWARD IN 2012
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What lies ahead for Bali in 2012? Here we caught the publics attention and what we might keep on the lookout in the year(s) to come.
16 NEW&NEWS This months select news updates from the islands tourism industry and whats new around the island. 60 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism industry and whats new beyond Bali. 64 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events. 68 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month. 74 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specific tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the islands main destinations. 77 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS Listings and product descriptions from various clientele. 78 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses.
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DEEP RELAXATION
Erase the feelings of tension with a new therapeutic ila Kundalini Massage from The Spa at The Legian Bali
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SOUL OF BALI December saw an exhibition titled Soul of Bali in which 59 of Balis most talented photographers from the Perhimpunan Fotographer Bali (PFB) took part. Here we present a small selection of the images
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PHOTO COURTESY OF THE SPA AT THE LEGIAN, DRAGON PHOTO BY I MADE ADI DARMAWAN, POOL PHOTO COURTESY OF PAN PAN PASIFIC BALI NIRWANA
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PHOTOS BY (ABOVE) DWI PUTRI RATNASARI, (BELOW) NOVENA ASSEN
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THE SEMAWIS MARKET
Cruising around what is possibly Semarang's largest culinary destination, join us and discover a vibrant and authentic cultural attraction in the Chinese tradition that is still preserved in the modern era.
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ACTIONATTRACTION THE CHARM OF THE ISLAND'S PENINSULA Tanjung Benoa is not only known as one of Balis finer beach resort destinations and a place to enjoy water sports, but also a traditional atmosphere for relaxing.
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CAPITALCORNER JAKARTA'S THEATER HOUSES The number of Jakarta theater venues has grown to quench the thirst for art exposure and appreciation. Here are some of the famous theaters in the capital city.
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SUSTAINABLE COMMITMENT
Maya Ubud Resort & Spa has just been certified for conducting sustainable management in its operations by Green Globe. Irene Miller, the Eco Leadership co-founder, said that the resort not only passed the audit in 4 key areas including Sustainable Management, Socio/Economic, Cultural Heritage and Environmental, but also did well in the ultra-competitive hospitality industry working with the local community. Romy Anggara, Executive Assistant Manager & Environmental Officer of the Maya Ubud, added that the resort is seeking more opportunities for improvement in operating more sustainably in an ever-changing global climate. www.greenglobe.com, www.mayaubud.com
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ACHIVEMENT RECEIVED
The Legian Beach Hotel, represented by General Manager Arif Billah and Sales & Marketing Putu Yeni Navitarini, received the honour of a gold achievement from Travel Corporation Australia for being in the top ten most booked hotels in an appreciation evening held on December 17 in Seminyak. The Legian Beach Hotel is one of the most favorite leisure destinations, located in the heart of the island, overlooking the great scenery of Legian Beach. www.legianbeachbali.com
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BARONG LANDUNG:
A STORY OF ACCULTURATION
One bright and sunny day, a procession along a village street comes into view. People in traditional attire stride sideby-side during the Galungan celebration. The festive sounds of gamelan music can be heard. Women carry items above their heads. Also visible are a pair of large effigies accompanying the walking crowd.
landung, Balinese for tall. Apparently these dolls are being manipulated by a strong man inside, while peeping through the bamboo webbing at its base. The Balinese refer to these processions as mendak betara or picking up the deities, transporting the dolls from one temple to another while in the midst of holding ceremonies. This time it was the deities of Jero Gede and Jero Luh who were being picked up. Both these dolls remind me of the Ondel-ondel, a pair of large effigies owned by the Betawi people in Jakarta. However, due to the majority of the Betawis having embraced Islam, they do not have deities or Bhatara in their terminology any more. and Ondel-ondel being paraded throughout the village during times of plague or when an outbreak occurs. Only recently has the Ondel-ondel taken on a more festive role. Both of these pairs of effigies are thought to be closely related. It is quite possible that the Ondel-ondel was Barong Landung that An efgy of 24 Luh Jero BALI&BEYOND JANUARY 2012
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he first one looks like a dark daunting male with long hair and fangs. Meanwhile, the second figure appears like a pale-faced female with squinty eyes. Both walk side-by-side, towering nearly twice the height of an average person, hence their title Barong Landung-
was brought to Jakarta by Balinese servants during the 17-18th centuries. During those times the slave trade by Balinese rulers was very active. The large mass of Balinese people taken to Jakarta resulted in almost half of the total Indonesian population in Batavia (the designation of Jakarta at that time) made up of Balinese. But the history of the Barong Landung did not start there, it went back even centuries prior. The Barong Landung is a result of the acculturation between Bali and China that occurred around the 12th century. This tale has been passed down through generations. It is certainly inseparable from myths and interpretations along the course of time, but the central character was real and ruled Bali at that time. And so it was that King Jaya Pangus, who also went by the noble title of Dalem Balingkang, married Kang Tjin We. This could possibly have been a political marriage; yet other sources also tell that Tjin We was a Chinese girl who lived in a Chinese temple in Kintamani at that time. The only big problem in their marriage was apparently due to the couple not being blessed with children. This was a big problem because a dynasty needed a progeny. The king decided to set off to meditate at Mount Batur, asking for divine guidance so that he
The Balinese transport two of these tall figures from temple to temple while in the midst of holding ceremonies. Both walk side-by-side, towering nearly twice the height of an average person, being manipulated by a strong man inside, while peeping through the bamboo webbing at its base.
may be blessed with offspring. However, another version of the tale says that besides not having any children their kingdom was suffering from a plague. So the kings trip to the mountains was also to ask for guidance in overcoming the outbreak. In Batur the king met the lake goddess Dewi Danu, with whom he eventually had an affair with, and from this relationship a son was born. Three years passed and Kang Tjin We decided to
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This was King Jaya Pangus, who also went by the noble title of Dalem Balingkang, who married Kang Tjin We, a Chinese girl who lived in a Chinese temple at Kintamani at that time. This could possibly have been a political marriage.
search for her husband in Batur and she was shaken by the reality that met her there. Dewi Danu was no less distraught, as the king had told her that he was single. The goddess was infuriated. In her rage she cursed Jaya Pangus and his empress, who later were transformed into a pair of effigies or dolls, the Barong Landung. Later these barongs were placed at the temples and were only brought out to attend ceremonies held at other temples and ngelawang or to go on village parades at the time of certain outbreaks. The cultural ties between Bali and China seem exceedingly broad in the Barong Landung story. The Dalem Balingkang title itself is said to have come from the words Bali Kang. However it remains unclear as to why the king is depicted as having a hideous face, yet from the name Jaya it would mean victor and Pangus depicts handsomeness.
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Since when has the acculturation between Bali and China taken place? No one can provide a precise answer. No one has a certain answer. There is no literature that can provide an exact date. But it is clear that this blend of cultures has taken place since a long time ago, so there are things that we do not realize that have been a result of the marriage between them both. Several village names in Bali were formed from Chinese words. The name of the village of Pingan in Kintamani for example, is actually from the word Ping An, which means safe and sound. The processions have now arrived at the destination temple. Both of the Barong Landung stand tall at the temple gates. Several small children approach with a bit of edginess and curiosity. One day their parents will tell them the tale of the Barong Landungs origin, as the oral tradition remains strong in Bali. Text and photo by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati
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ts the month of Oriental inspiration, and we would like to take you to sample one of the islands best culinary options. Journeying south on the islands east coast, we arrive at
best of Japanese cuisine is Chef Maeda Kenji whose talents are all too obvious to anyone who samples his cooking. He believes that authenticity has to be kept alive, that a nations food should reflect its roots and traditions. The Japanese Sunday Brunch available at Benkay Japanese Restaurant allows guests to enjoy an all-you-can-eat Japanese experience while soaking up the spectacular view of the Indian Ocean. Imported premium ingredients from the countries of origin are used in the creation
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Nikko Bali Resort and Spa that is famous for its Japanese Sunday Brunch, a true temptation that shouldnt be missed. Japan is famous for its great creations that are almost like edible works of art that, that not only taste great but are also presented beautifully. Bringing you the
Bringing you the best of Japanese cuisine is Chef Maeda Kenji whose talents are all too obvious to anyone who samples his cooking. He believes that authenticity has to be kept alive, that a nations food should reflect its roots and traditions.
of all of the dishes, adding authenticity to the flavours. You will find Japanese dishes that are already famous throughout the world, and some special creations made exclusively by the chef. Try chef Kenjis signature dish of okonomiyaki, a traditional Japanese pancake, or be tempted by the smooth velvety egg custard called chawanmushi. Make sure you dont miss the wide selection of sushi and sashimi that is also available. Behind the bar the chef prepares a sushi roll, slicing fresh fish and placing it on layers of nori and rice, also adding other ingredients with the consummate skill of
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a professional. Then a few minute later you are presented with a dish of sushi and sashimi ready to enjoy. Try also the special Grilled Eel served with a bowl of sushi rice, or discover the flavour of the juicy Grilled Salmon Cheek. Taking center stage in the restaurant are the very tempting teppanyaki selections which will be cooked in front of you to order. You can choose to have one (or all!) of the meat selections including lamb, beef or pork chops, sausages, or seafood including fish, clams, king prawns, scallops and many other options that will be freshly cooked with a choice of three different types of sauce. And if youre still hungry,
there are a selection of soups, tempura, and Japanese style salads. There are more than 20 Japanese classic dishes available. The Sunday Brunch all-you-can-eat package is included with a carafe of sake (or a bottle of beer for other preference) and free flow of Japanese served hot or cold tea for each person. This Sunday Brunch is available from 11 a.m. til 3 p.m. Benkay Japanese Restaurant at Nikko Bali Resort and Spa Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua, (0361) 773-377 www.nikkobali.com
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uch a relieved feeling comes when the wheels of your plane touch down at the Bali Airport. You soon get picked up by the hotel
tiring long flight. Simply try the sacred ancient massage technique that was just introduced at The Spa at The Legian last month. The Ila Kundalini Back Massage is a new therapeutic massage for rebalancing health especially for those who suffer from insomnia and jet lag. The massage is performed with the energetic combination
of botanical essences and marma point massage that opens the flow of subtle healing energy at the base of the spine (prana) through the seven chakras for increased vitality and restoring health in a 60-minute treatment focusing on breath and slow movement. Marma therapy integrates vital knowledge of the energy points with specific techniques of Ayurveda
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transport, finally check into your room, and then realize that there is only one thing that will erase those feelings of tension after the
massage, detoxification, acupressure, aromatherapy, yoga practices, meditation and more. A low volume song of Gayatri Mantra is played to mark that the chakra healing ritual has begun. At the beginning, while sipping your healthy welcome drink, the therapist sprays Aura Balancing of Confidence, a spa organic product of Ila, to clear the negative energy that might be left in the room. Then you are given a dry foot polish to exfoliate the skin using Himalayan crystal salt as an antiseptic, grounding and giving a refreshing opening. The slow symphony of the Gayatri Mantra and the sound of the ocean waves create a peaceful feeling in the treatment room. The slow movement of the dancing fingers synchronized with the rhythm of the music and the light soothing essential Argan based oil mixed with patchouli, jasmine and cardamom will take you into a deeply relaxed state, so deep that
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you might fall asleep. This will relax your muscles and rebalance the flow of energy. While youre drawn into the deepest sleep, the therapist will transfer and neutralize your energy by putting Himalayan salt, lavender and camomile wrapped as warm poultices on seven points of chakra on your palms, soles, shoulders, neck, the crown of your head, sacrum, and on your heart, transferring positive ions that will overtake the negative energy. This positive energy creates a
blissful aura, light feeling and a clear mind as soon as you awaken, and this means that your prana, your hidden energy, has therapy, the Aura of Confidence is once again sprayed to perfect your balance of energy. The Spa at The Legian Bali Jalan Kayu Aya, Seminyak (0361) 730-622 www.thelegianbali.com
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peoples heads (for those who had to endure it daily) were filled with the traffic problems and congestion frequenting the main southern Bali thoroughfares, namely the Sanur-Denpasar-Nusa Dua routes. These main roads link up at the infamously frenzied Dewa Ruci roundabout in Kuta, which is aptly designated as Kutas Simpangsiur roundabout, a local pun-turned-de facto name. Simpang is short for persimpangan which means intersection while simpang-siur is defined as a muddled situation. Solutions were sought, resulting in the planned Dewa Ruci Underpass Project. Thus, commencement of the underpass construction was underway on December 21 after a series of land renegotiations and slight delays. As this goes to press, the cornerstone instalment ceremony did indeed take place on the date, and also incorporated the cornerstones for the construction of the suspended toll road between Nusa Dua and Benoa. With the main acquisition processes settled and the numerous parcels of land having been formally acquired for the project, the underpass is becoming a reality, and we all are looking forward to the materialisation of the Rp. 180 billion (US$20 million) central government-funded construction. Keep your fingers crossed for a more fluid Bali traffic scene in the future. Also on the lookout is the expansion project of the airport currently underway. In October 2010 the Jakarta Post reported that Ngurah Rai airports Extension and Renovation Project had announced that the new airport will be able to handle 17 million passengers a year by 2020 and 25 million passengers per year by 2035. The paper reported that in November 2010 the government allocated Rp 1.9 trillion to realise the terminal improvement plan. Plans are for the work to be completed prior to the expected demands of the APEC Summit which will begin on the island in 2013. May 2013 was set as the deadline for both projects. While hopes are high, progress is no less paired with anxiety.
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ere we are at the dawn of a new year. And what lies ahead for Bali in 2012? Following are some of the issues that have caught the publics attention and what we might keep a lookout for in the year(s) ahead. First of all, last years headlines and
There are two sides to everything. And in some recent headlines, key figures have spoken out. A notable professor from Balis Udayana University has voiced concern that uncontrolled diversion of land from traditional uses to other primarily tourism-related pursuits threatens Balis future as an attractive world destination. Quoted in a national news portal, the professor mentioned that the uncontrolled change in land function is made worse by the lack of firm enforcement and that the over-exploitation of agricultural lands has facilitated rapid growth in Balis tourism sector, literally paving the way for villas and starred hotels. Professor Windia says Bali is facing growing environmental concerns through the progress. Therefore he hopes the new ministry led by Mari Elka Pangestu will develop tourism equally in all areas of Indonesia and not only concentrate on new projects for Bali. In another regular local news compilation by www.balidiscovery.com, former tourism minister I Gede Ardika calls for culture and village-based tourism in Bali. In a recent seminar, he has warned that Balis traditional villages should not become mere objects in the tourism product development process but rather should become the very subject of tourism development. He also warned that Bali must cease becoming a culture in which all interests become secondary to pleasing the tourist visitor, often at the expense of values fundamental to the safekeeping and sustainability of Bali. Ardika wishes for the unique qualities of Balis villages be preserved in developing the islands tourism, while at the same time paying attention to factors of cleanliness and health, reflecting the high values placed on clean and green living shared by each community. Reaching into the future and in the name of progress, it all goes back to balance and harmony as the underlying goal of all. Well, lets just hope for the best for Bali in the year(s) ahead! Happy New Year! Text by Gitania Arycia Want to share your critical ideas and opinions on current affairs surrounding culture, environment, hospitality, tourism and travel of Bali the Indonesian Archipelago? Email your thoughts to editor@baliandbeyond.co.id.
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Ngaben Nusa Penida (Nusa Penida, Klungkung) Photo by Pande Kadek Heryana S baliphotografi@yahoo.com
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The Black Buffalo (where the coffin of the body of the deceased is placed during the cremation procession) was carried by the Ubud society during the Cremation Ceremony (Pelebon) of Anak Agung Niang Rai, the mother of the Head of Gianyar Regent Dr. Ir. Tjok Oka Artha Ardhana Sukawati from Puri Peliatan, Ubud.
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Mekare Kare, a unique tradition Pandan War from Tenganan, is a battle symbol of Good versus Evil, where the God of War Indra fought against the evil of Mayadenawa. This ritual is often played in Sasih Kelima of the Balinese Calendar.
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This image shows the Printed Tank Top K&I Frills Cape process of Banda burningMISS MILNE at SOMEWHERE Sequined Short LILY JEAN Dragon, a symbol of the Yellow Turban PRISONERS OF ST.PETERSBURG at SOMEWHERE kings transportation Necklace & Bracelets WHY NOT to heaven, during the cremation ceremony of the King of Puri Agung Peliatan IX in 2010.
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Pura Desa Lan Paseh, located right accross the Chinese temple Caow Eng Bio
A slender five-kilometre-long peninsula and natural northern continuation of Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa is best known as one of Balis finer beach resort destinations, with mid-range to luxury resorts strung along its scenic bay.
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anjung Benoa is also arguably Balis best water sports arena, aided by the natural shape of the bay and calm water away from the surf breaks further south. Converging at the peninsulas top end beyond the resorts lays the original fishing village, and then almost
isolated at the very tip is the small port of Benoa, accessible by boat across a short stretch of water. Not many people though, including me, know that Tanjung Benoa was once a bustling trading port, the mercantile hub for the Bukit, Badung and the Eastern islands extending into the archipelago. The Chinese and Bugis descendants of these centuries ago traders still live in the village and surrounds. Today, this traditional and multi-cultural fishing village is far apart from the prevalent water sports facilities, and few visitors venture here. But thats its beauty; for those weary of the rapidly developing Bali and crave a taste of the more authentic, normal work-a-day Bali Tanjung Benoa is a breath This charming neighbourhood still retains a rustic, village-like atmosphere, where narrow backstreets reveal open-sided stores selling basic necessities beside no-frills warungs and simple residences, while traffic consists of the odd passing motorbike, minibus and bicycle. In the languid afternoon heat, natives going about their business are bashfully friendly, while children provide a huge, unexpected welcome with unified chorus of Hello, Hello! and dazzle of smiles a refreshing contrast to the constant Hello,
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Along this northeast tip, water sports companies operate among the rocky coves, offering a multitude of options like jet-skis, banana boats, windsurfing and parasailing, while snorkeling, reef fishing and diving is available out on the about reef 200 meters out to sea, which is home to a variety of multi-colored tropical fish.
Transport! Hello, Massage! and ever-increasingly pushiness from their counterparts on the Southwest coast. Before visitors discovered the peninsulas water sports potential, this village was strictly traditional. But even today, Tanjung Benoa was, and is, essentially a traditional fishing and seafaring community. The main open-air market (Pasar Desa Pakraman) is a hive of activity pre-dawn from 4 to 6 a.m., when fishermen sell their nightly catch (understandably by the afternoon, trading dries up). With numerous resorts on their doorstep, many of the local men folk however have succumbed to the marine recreation business. Along this northeast tip, water sports companies operate among the rocky coves, offering a multitude of options like jet-skis, banana boats, windsurfing and parasailing, while snorkeling, reef fishing and diving is available out on the about reef 200 meters out to sea, which is home to a variety of multi-colored tropical fish. Local operators also run boats over to Serangan, or Turtle Island, which is a turtle conservation area where residents nurture turtle eggs in traditional conservation houses until they hatch, subsequently releasing them on the serene beaches. Turtle Island also boasts a sacred Sakenan sea temple dating back to the
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century. For seeing turtles in more secluded surrounds however, I was informed that I should take a boat further round the peninsula to a small island on the west side. The Tanjung Benoa village doesnt have any big, touristdestination temples (again, refreshing) and the several local and family temples they do have are only open during religious ceremonies and rituals. However, crafted from carved limestone these are fine examples of Balinese architecture and crowdfree. In a large open square, the sprawling Pura Desa Lan Peseh indicates its grand function as the main village temple. Its neighbour however is a totally unexpected sight: the Klenteng Caow Eng Bio, allegedly the oldest Chinese Temple in the province, built about a century ago by sailors and traders. To me this Klenteng, which is still maintained by a Chinese Chinese Buddhist temple with its tell-tale smoky incense haze, riot of scarlet-red and gold interior and exterior, and ceiling amassed with red paper lanterns. However, this temple is regarded as more a place of Chinese tradition than Buddhism, and then theres the rather unique spectacle of Balinese Hindu offerings alongside Buddhist deities. Local fishermen of all dominations consult 16th
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Jet Ski and Banana Boat, two famous water sports in Tanjung Benoa
with a fortune teller here, hoping to net a lucrative catch, while other visitors pray to get greater continuity for their businesses by hanging their name written on a paper on a lantern, which is lighted on certain occasions. In addition, this fishing village also reveals another reminder of its past, a Bugis quarter, complete with small Mosque! After these pleasant encounters, you should veer off to the lengthy strip of lovely beach that commences just below the main village and runs south towards Nusa Dua. Youll notice how powdery soft the blond-gray sand is, and even though Tanjung Benoa is a well-developed resort area its still remarkably tranquil, with a distinct lack of hawkers, beach debris and er, people. The numerous restaurants and large resorts, such as The Conrad, are well spaced-out and unobtrusive amongst the coconut palms
a few having sun beds spilling onto the beach. In fact, the sea is often busier than the beach itself, as resort guests prefer to indulge in water sports or swim in the calm, safe water. Most of the water activities play out at high tide, with plenty of watercraft buzzing around the relatively busy waters. But most of the time its a picture-postcard scenario of multi-sized boats bobbing at anchor and traditional, brightly painted jukung pulled up on the seashore. Like the village, most of the folk youll encounter along the beach are friendly locals from the fishing community, eager for a chat. Further down the immaculate sands a series of small gazebos capped with red-tiled roof, fixed on stone piers jutting out to sea, make the perfect spot to survey this picturesque seascape as well as mighty Mount Agung towering in the distance. Text by Katie Truman
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The biggest temple in Semarang, Sam Poo Kong and 50 BALI&BEYOND JANUARY 2012 the statue of The Great Admiral Cheng Ho.
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The situation along the road of Gang Warung on the weekend is very different from the usual weekday. While the sun is about to set, some of the shops along the road start to close while some small warungs are opening to take over the crowd for the rest of the weekend. This is Pasar Semawis, the Semawis market, located in Semarangs China town.
n this the capital city of Central Java, the acculturation of the Chinese and the Javanese has survived for hundreds of years. The ship of the great Admiral Cheng Ho once anchored on this citys shores and now the anchor and the replica of his giant statue stand at one of the biggest temples in Semarang, Sam Poo Kong. Admiral
As Chinese immigrants in Semarang gathered in a particular area to live and do business, this area was eventually called Pecinan, or Chinatown. They built temples where they could fulfill their spiritual needs. During the regime of Soeharto, the religious activities were banned, not only in Semarang but also all over Indonesia, and they were afraid to participate in religious activities. But since the reformation regime took over in 1998, their practices are slowly reemerging. The Semawis market is located along Pecinans main road, which is used as a business center during the day. Just like any other Chinatown in this country, Semawis is also located in Semarangs old town area, where historical buildings still survive. Some are well preserved; the Chinese descendants still live in some of these old buildings and open shops at the front side of their houses, while other buildings are empty and abandoned. The area used to be very quiet at night because the shops are only open during the day, but since the night market started operating in 2005 and is now held regularly, it has become a very lively place. Although its not as large as the Chinatown in Surabaya, the Semawis market is always full with people visiting the market to spend time during the weekend. The Semawis Market is also known as the largest culinary destination in Semarang, so is a haven for the foodies in the town. There are many choices of dishes available in this market including choices such as Lontong Cap Go Meh, steamboat, foods with pork, and many types of noodles including kweetiauw, the Chinese flat noodle. The Chinese believe that this noodle represents a long life, so no wonder you often find it in most of Oriental restaurants as well as in certain ceremonies and celebrations. You can also find traditional snacks such as Mooncakes, and Semarangs most favorite, Lumpia. Not only offering Chinese traditional dishes, some other Indonesian favorites can be found in this market too. The food stalls sell soto ayam and pisang planet, as well as lalapan, traditional beverages such as wedang ronde, wedang kacang tanah and choices of traditional teas. One of unique food I tried
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Top: The weekend at Pasar Semawis Below: Chinas ancient coinage sold in the market and the crowd at one of the stalls
was an interesting culinary item called mie jelly. This unique food is not noodle made from flour, but instead this is a one kind of dessert made of various flavored noodle-like jelly, so you need to use chopsticks to eat it. Not only a culinary destination, the Semawis market is also a place where you can find traditional Chinese accessories, including jade. You can find jade in bracelets, pendants and key holders, some of them are said to be imported from China. The Chinese have been using jade in jewelry for thousands of years now, and believe that this stone can bring calmness and happiness to whomever is wearing it. It can also be given as a gift or souvenir. The market also becomes a place to meet and gather with the
family, where many of them sit in the karaoke booths in between the food stalls. Some of the visitors are the old Chinese people who sit in a group singing Chinese songs or spontaneously dancing in front of other visitors. The Chinese music makes the situation more Oriental. Dont forget to go around the market and visit some of the Chinese temples within the neighborhood including the Tay Kak Sie temple located on Jalan Gang Lombok, Liok Hok Bio on Gang Pinggir, and few other interesting temples around. Those temples look very beautiful at night with the dim red light of their lanterns glowing at every corner. The Semawis market will become one of the busiest venues in
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Semarang on Chinese New Year, which falls on January 23. There will be many lanterns hanging everywhere as well as barongsai, potehi (wayang), and street opera performances that have become an annual program to celebrate the Chinese New Year. The temples will be full with people visiting to pray for a year full of prosperity. The existence of this Semawis market in Semarangs Chinatown has a special purpose, to make it a cultural icon and tourist attraction in the town. The market is both an interesting culinary and cultural destination for domestic and international tourists, and not only for certain ethnicities. Like any other cultural heritage site, the Semawis market is a mark of Indonesias Chinese identity to be preserved. Text and photos by Dwi Putri Ratnasari
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he oldest theater venue in the capital is the historical Jakarta Playhouse, or Gedung Kesenian Jakarta. Built in 1821 during the Dutch colonial era, it was first called Theater Schouwburg and was a place to stage performances. This elegant, whitewashed
slight shabbiness. Although quite small, the Gedung Kesenian Jakarta makes a name for itself for its wonderful acoustics. It is also famous for constantly featuring traditional dances/music performances from all over Indonesia as well as abroad. Not far from the Pasar Baru area where Gedung Kesenian Jakarta is located is the leafy complex of Taman Ismail Marzuki (TIM) on Cikini Raya. Within the premises is also Indonesias most prominent school of art, the Jakarta Art Institute (IKJ), the very vibe of endless creativity. TIM contributes not one but several theaters to Jakarta: the Graha Bhakti Budaya, Teater Jakarta, Teater Kecil, and Teater Luwes. Teater Jakarta, also called Teater Besar (big), is a brand spanking new theater that can accommodate 1,240 people and is decorated with an elegant interior consisting of two
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domed structure of neo-renaissance style went through a long period of abandonment, unused for many years until it was finally restored and could function again as a theater house in 1988. Capable of hosting around 450 people at each performance, the GKJ is daintily decorated with gold carved-panels along its side balconies and has velvet curtains, and although the interior has rather threadbare red carpeting, the charming dark-wood stage that gleams regally despite its age makes up for the
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reason why local artists gather here daily, bringing about a palpable
huge balconies and very comfortable plush seats with an excellent view of the stage from each of the seat. Located in the same area as Theater Jakarta, a newest and the most sophisticated addition of TIM has just been built, and its called Teater Studio or Teater Kecil. This building of glass-andsteel functions mostly for poetry reading and music and dance performances of smaller capacity, just like its name (kecil=small) suggests, this small theater seats only 200 people. The other two theaters within the TIM area are the aged Graha Bhakti Budaya (GBB), TIMs first big theater that houses up to 800 people with a spacious yet creaky stage, and Teater Luwes, located at the very back of TIM that is mainly used by Jakarta Art Institute students to launch their debut art performances. The interior of Teater Luwes is much more relaxed compared to the
other theaters in TIM, and this particular one is built of cement and wood wherein people often sit very near to the stage, resulting in a more intimate and interactive atmosphere. On Rasuna Said Kuningan, Pusat Perfilman Haji Usmar Ismail or PPHUI is an all-time favorite to hold performances that utilize videos or image projection in the background. An obscure looking building that looks just like any other old government office, it has a good sound system and lighting facilities that are definitely better than how the building looks at first sight. The PPHUI building was dedicated by Jakartas Governor in 1997 to Indonesias film industry and built in the hope of bringing Indonesian filmmakers together and providing them with a center where they could join forces and work together. Not many know that in its basement PPHUI houses Indonesias largest film warehouse, which preserves
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The Kuningan and Menteng areas of Central Jakarta have Erasmus Huis and Goethe Haus - Goethe a center to learn all sorts of German knowledge and Erasmus for Dutch culture, both being underneath of their respective embassies.
and manages 250 film titles dating from as far back as 1935. The Kuningan and Menteng areas of Central Jakarta have Erasmus Huis and Goethe Haus - Goethe a center to learn all sorts of German knowledge and Erasmus for Dutch culture, both being underneath of their respective embassies. Despite not being actively advertised, both of these places have excellent auditoriums where plays and theaters are often performed. Further away from downtown towards Northern Jakarta you can spot the lonesome-looking Reformed Millenium Center Indonesia Building on Jalan Industri in Kemayoran. Come in and be prepared to be completely bowled over as you enter the extensively big and exquisitely grand Aula Simfonia concert hall. This building was inaugurated in January 2010, although it had already been operating for the last few months of 2009. The idea to build Aula Simfonia was an initiative of Stephen Tong, an
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architect as well as a composer, who claims to have striven for perfection and beauty all his life leading him to found this highly sophisticated venue. The hall seats 1,200 and is equipped with the proper acoustics to accommodate classical music concerts. Golden statues of muses holding musical instruments adorn the place, along with thirty-eight portraits of legendary composers of the world the likes of Mozart and Bach and Beethoven, all lined up on the walls. The place stays true to its efforts to achieve an authentic classical touch by using rich colors everywhere in its joy. With Aula Simfonia, Jakarta is finally equipped with a proper venue to hold world-class classical music concerts. In the depths of Pasar Minggu in South Jakarta, on a somewhat narrow and nondescript Salihara street, is located Teater Salihara a concrete-colored, clean-cut structure erected
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cleverly on a multileveled space of 3,060 square meters of land. Consisting of a 3-story gallery-office, an art gallery, a library, and Indonesias one and only black box theater, Salihara is really an art community initiated by Teater Utan Kayu (TUK). Founded and launched into Jakartas art scene by the same names that made the Teater Utan Kayu community well known in Jakarta, Salihara quickly became one of the most used and visited venues in town for art performances. Smallish with a capacity of approximately 250 people, Teater Salihara prides itself in having soundproof walls and a state-of-the-art lighting system. With a retractable roof, Teater Salihara is also designed to be an open theater. And on the east tip of the capital city is Teater Tanah Airku, built in 1998 within the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII). Teater Tanah Airku is a venue TMII created especially to hold art performances, acquiring international-scale multimedia technology. The most used space of all the zones of the theater is the auditorium, one of the larger ones in Jakarta with a capacity of 1,300. The architecture of the building is interestingly a mix of traditional and modern, harmoniously and artistically blend as shown in its rooftop design reminds one of Sumatera and Sulawesi traditional
The GKJ makes a name for its wonderful acoustics. It is also famous for constantly featuring traditional dances/music performances from all over Indonesia as well as abroad.
houses melded into one, and this bold mixture of East meets West Indonesia continues to contrast in more aspects of the building. Teater Tanah Airku is equipped with a laser video projector that can project an image on every type of surface, including liquid surfaces, to create a spectacular ambience. This is topped off by a top-notch acoustic arrangements enabling sound to reach all corners of the auditorium, making the experience of listenind and watching a performance here even more memorable. Text and photo by Putri Minangsari.
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The divers paradise city of Manado in North Sulawesi will become the host of a prestigious international tourism event, the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2012, from January 9-15. The ATF is an annual platform for tourism cooperation between the 10 ASEAN countries to facilitate economic development and environmental conservation. This event will be attended by some 2,000 delegates including 1,000 exhibitors representing more than 400 companies from the 10 ASEAN nations, more than 440 international buyers representing 55 countries, 150 media from across 32 countries and 400 more NTOs. The ATF TRAVEX, the exhibition, will take place from 13-15 January at the newly constructed Golden Kawanua Convention Center. www.atfindonesia.com
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Eco Surf Rescue Uluwatu (ESRU), a non-profit environmental restoration project, together with 35 surfers went paddling out behind the surf break in Uluwatu to show their thanks and raise awareness and future support after receiving a cash donation from Rip Curl and an oil collection tank from Caritas, Switzerland. The amount received was Rp. 54 million (equivalent to USD 5,465) raised from the T-shirt sales from the Rip Curl Cup Padang Padang 2011. The funds and the oil tank will be used to support ESRU programs of waste management solutions for the Uluwatu community, including businesses, warungs and cafes, and the cliff area surrounding the islands best surf spot. www.ecosurfrescue.moonfruit.com www.ripcurl.com
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Celebrating their second anniversary on December 3, the SOS Supper Club hosted a party beyond imagination by showing some futuristic entertainment and an array of performances. The party was attended by 600 guests and VIPs, as well as some of Indonesias most famous celebrities. www.bali.anantara.com
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The 5th Balinale Film Festival was just held in Bali from November 15-20, receiving rave reviews from audience members and participating filmmakers for its solid line up of selected films and workshops. This years festival program held open discussions with visiting filmmakers and industry professionals, as well as showed some films from countries including Indonesia and Thailand. The festival marked its opening by hosting a Gala Opening Night at W Retreat & Spa, Seminyak, and ended with the glorious Closing Night Party at the Warisan Restaurant. www.balinale.com
The Breezes has just marked its second year of hospitality services by celebrating with a staff party last December. The management honored their best staff including the staff executives, supervisors and management with awards and prizes including two new motorbikes as the grand prizes. Not only showing their gratitude to the staff, it also shared the happiness by donating blood and visiting the street kids of YKPA (Yayasan Kasih Peduli Anak) that was recently visited by world celebrity Paris Hilton. The management entertained the children with some games and gave a donation to the foundation. www.thebreezesbali.com
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ROOFTOP GATHERING
The 101 Legian hosted an end of year event for the two associations IFBEC and ICA on November 30 on its Rooftop, Dine & Music Lounge. The event started with greetings from the Chairman of IFBEC Bali and the Chairman of ICA BPD Bali followed with appreciation applause for the 101 Legian successfully hosting this prestigious event. www.the101bali.com
TEE UP!
A golf gathering was hosted by New Kuta Golf on December 8 as their expression of gratitude for the support given to them by their associates. The invitees came from the hospitality industry, and included travel agents, hotels, media and sponsors joining in for programs such as a golf tournament, golf clinic, golf course inspection and dinner with a prize presentation. www.newkutagolf.com
ALA MEXICO
Celebrating their 2-year anniversary on November 25, the Tequila Bar at the Grand Istana Rama Hotel took its guests and invitees to a Mexico-themed party at the bar. Not only serving ala-Mexican foods, the celebrating team also hosted a game called Sombrero Dance where the dancers who got the sombrero hat had to eat the chilli! The guests came from the hospitality industry as well as in-house and walk-in guests, all seeming to enjoy the party located right in front of the famous Kuta Beach. www.grandistanarama.com
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Matching the glorious nuance and the holy spirit of December, our last Recharge Night, A Hospitality Industry Party in 2011 had the theme Glamour White with A Touch of Gold. This time Bali & Beyond partnered with the Padma Resort Bali at Legian to bring a little fun to warm up the festive season. Thanks to all of the sponsors that successfully entertained the invitees, BALIMOON LIQUEURS, ARTISAN, HEINEKEN, FINLANDIA VODKA, PEPE LOPEZ TEQUILA, and AUSINDO DEWATA for the best beverages, MOMENTS TO GO, fashion show by LV C&C MODEL MANAGEMENT, VINCE & CLARE, BLU/LAB, decoration by RED GARDENIA and PT. DIAMOND, SVENS CHOICE, TITILES, ALAMBOGA INTERNUSA, SARI DAGING, INDOFISH, SURYA AGUNG, HENDRA SUPPLIER, JC PLANTATION, YONIASIH, LA PARMIGIANA for delicious food. Cant wait to come to the next Recharge Party6? Of course, neither can we. Padma Resort Bali at Legian, Jalan Padma Utara (0361) 752-111, www.padmaresortbali.com
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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: (0361) 768-369 ROYAL BRUNEI: Tel: (0361) 757-292 SINGAPORE AIRLINES: Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 768-388, Fax: (0361) 768-383 GARUDA: Jl. Jalan Sugianyar 5 Denpasar Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807 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 MANDALA AIRLINES: Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya, Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar Reservation Call center 08041234567 NGURAH RAI AIRPORT: Tel/Fax: (0361) 759-761 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: (0361) 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 40,000. 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 Intl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011 CHILE: Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783 E-mail: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.com CZECH REPUBLIC: Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur. Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: (0361) 286-408 E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz FRANCE: Jl. Mertasari Gg. II No. 8, Sanur Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: (0361) 286-406 E-mail: consul@dps.centrin.net.id GERMANY: Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Batujimbar, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826 Email: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com HUNGARY: Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net ITALY: Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org JAPAN: Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066 E-mail: konjpdps@indo.net.id MALAYSIA: Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai Kuta Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373 E-mail: info@consulmalaysia-bali.com MEXICO: PT Puri Astina Putra Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 223-266, Fax: (0361) 244-568 E-mail: consulmex@astinatravel.com NETHERLANDS: KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com ROYAL DANISH: Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai, no. 229, Sanur Tel: (0361) 8216-979, Fax: (0361) 287-931 E-mail: danishconsbali@gmail.com POLAND: Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C, Banjar Umasari, Kerobokan Tel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165 E-mail: consul@balipolandconsulate.com SLOVAKIA: Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477 E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com SPAIN: Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Tel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296 E-mail: espana_bali@blueline.net.id SWEDEN & FINLAND: Segara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara Ayu Tel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211 E-mail: sweconsul@yahoo.com SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA: Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No 12, Kuta Tel: (0361) 751-735, Fax: (0361) 754-457 E-mail: bali@honorarvertretung.ch THAILAND: Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81, Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310 E-mail: rtc_bali@thaimail.com TIMOR LESTE: Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092 E-mail: cgtl@dpsbali.com UNITED STATES: Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 233-605, Fax: (0361) 222-426 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229. Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm. ABIAN KAPAS: Tel: (0361) 227-176 East Denpasar. 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.
HEALTH&MEDICAL
Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For Bali Belly, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics. Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic drinks under various brand names are widely available and are known to replenish body hydration and replace uids. For discomfort, diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy foods. Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe. Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun. Use high SPF sunblock and a hat. AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world. They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.
TOURIST INFO.
INTEGRATED TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361; Tel: (0361) 766-188 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.
CONSULATES
AUSTRALIA, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND: Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au www.bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au BRITAIN: Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804 E-mail: bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id BRAZIL: Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005 Email: brazilconsul@bali.net
HOSPITAL
INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC: 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361. Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515. RUMAH SAKIT UMUM PUSAT SANGLAH (General Hospital): Jl. Diponegoro, Sanglah, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 227-911/15.
MUSEUMS
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