Bali & Beyond Magazine March 2010 Edition

THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF...
THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS
BALI & BEYOND MARCH 2010

VOLUME 12 NO. 118
EARTH’S
LAST GUARDIANS
THE BADUY PEOPLE ARE
ISLANDS
ONE OF THE FEW REMAINING
TRADITIONAL TRIBES WHO
ARE STILL VERY MUCH IN
ON THE
RIM
SAWU AND RAIJUA’S
TUNE WITH NATURE
REMOTE LOCATION LURES

THE ADVENTUROUS TO
VENTURE AND DISCOVER
ON THEIR OWN
WHEN SPORT
AND SPIRIT
BLEND COMPLIMENTARY
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teamtalk 03.10 contributors
ON YOUR MARCH restaurant in Ubud inaugurated

its International Star Guest Chef
GET SET…
Promotion Series when former
chef-owner of Au Crocodile, 3-Star
Michelin Chef Emile Jung, visited
Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique
‘Om Swastiastu...’ in Bali for two nights of culinary
festivities. Find out about it through
Welcome to the Indonesian Invite & Indulge.
archipelago and welcome to our Fadil Aziz is a travel photographer whose main
March 2010 edition of In this month’s Beyond Bali, passion is capturing the archipelago’s beauty. View
Bali & Beyond! his portfolio at www.alcibbumphotography.com
we present to you a tale from
islands on the rim. The island of
To start off with, this month’s Craft Sawu is located between Timor
& Culture coincides with the second and the island of Sumba, right in
international yoga event to be held in the Sawu Sea in the East Nusa
Bali from March 3-10. It starts from the Tenggara province. Overall, it is
viewpoint of how yoga classes have at the southernmost region of the
rapidly flourished in recent times, and Indonesian archipelago, bordering
different forms have also been adopted directly with Australia in the south.
in daily life by the Balinese, not only One of the attractions of Sawu and
from a philosophical standpoint as a Raijua (its west neighboring island) Donny Cahyadi continuously feeds us with fresh
way to connect with the Divine, but photos by the week. A shutter-happy guy who
actually lies in the scarcely available enjoys fiddling around with his camera, as well as
also from a ritualistic standpoint. information on the island itself. his mustache.
You would hardly find writings of
People visiting Bali are often young, it, from brochures or photography.
energetic and enthusiastic. Eager Its remote position lures the
to experience and learn more about adventurous to venture and discover.
life in a new environment, they come
to Bali to surf, have fun and enjoy Capital Corner this month covers
the sun. A large portion of them are a different aspect, a pause from
students taking a break from studying the highly modern lifestyle and the
in the form of a short vacation or a hubbub of the metropolis. Our team
longer trip. The latter choice is often a of contributors presents to you the
tempting one, but most students find Josua Alessandro loves to photograph human
Baduy people, living only a 5 hours subjects, cultures and landscapes. His portfolio can
it impossible to justify a long absence drive from Jakarta, hidden at the feet be viewed at www.escapadepictures.com
from their studies in the name of of the Kendeng Mountain. They are
merely a longer vacation. But what if one of the few remaining traditional
the two could be combined? Mikael tribes who are still very much in tune
Kiuru of Asia Exchange Ltd. recently with nature. Their unique customs
sent us some hints through this and religious beliefs do not allow
month’s Pondering Point. modernity to infiltrate in any way.
Today, they are still living the way
In Profile & Portraits, it’s a well-known their ancestors used to live hundreds
persona from Ubud, the place that of years ago, as if trapped in a time
had just been hailed as “The Best City capsule. A fact made even more
in Asia” by readers of Conde Nest remarkable by their actual proximity Patricia Ivana loves writing, which also finances her
Traveller. We sat down with Murni, to Jakarta, the capital of excess and travels. She loves the beach and wishes to go to all
owner of Murni’s Warung, one of the everything modern. the beautiful beaches in the world. Don’t we all?
restaurants hailing from the early days
of Ubud’s tourism growth that has Come and see the beauty, taste
endured and progressed until now, the flavors and witness the diverse
to talk about her recollections on the highlights and colorful attractions for
place’s development. yourself!
Michelin Stars have been the keyword

lately in the island’s dining scene, Happy reading and keep safe!
where Michelin Star Chefs from the
world over have descended upon ‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’
Vincent Herry is an avid photographer. His portfolio
Bali to treat foodies to the best dining at vincentherry.com spans many styles and angles,
experiences. Recently, an acclaimed The Team from fashion to culture, indoors and out.

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CRAFT&CULTURE
WHEN SPORT AND SPIRIT BLEND
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Yoga has long been adopted into the daily lives

of the Balinese, not only from a philosophical
TALE FROM ISLANDS standpoint but also as a way to connect with
the Divine from a ritualistic standpoint.
ON THE RIM
Sawu and Raijua’s allure
lies in the scarcely available 26
information of the islands INVITE&INDULGE
itself. Its remote position STARS FOR ALL SEASONS
GETTY IMAGES
Mozaic Restaurant inaugurated its International

lures the adventurous to Star Guest Chef Promotion Series recently with
discover on their own. a visiting 3-Star Michelin Chef.

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PROFILE&PORTRAIT
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PHOTO COURTESY ASTON INTERNATIONAL

MURNI’S STORY
COVER The owner of one of the
Yogini & Mudra
Senge (stock.xchng) restaurants hailing from
the early days of Ubud’s
tourism growth talks about
her recollections of the
place’s development.
+
36PONDERINGPOINT 12 NEW&NEWS
STUDY N' ENJOY PARADISE This month’s select news updates
Is it possible to combine studying from the island’s tourism industry
and life in paradise?
PHOTO COURTERSY MURNI’S WARUNG
and what’s new around the island.
40 ACTION&ATTRACTIONS 58 BEYONDUPDATES
OUT OF VILLA, INTO VALLEY News updates from the tourism
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan industry and what’s new beyond Bali.
lets guests experience a day in
the life of a Balinese farmer, which 62 COMMUNITYCALENDAR
includes a morning trek, rice Schedules, calendar highlights and
planting, and an inspired spa ritual. various happenings of interest, from
art exhibitions to special events.
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66 SEE&SEEN
Snapshots of events and
happenings within the preceding
month.
CAPITALCORNER 70 BALIMAPS
Map of Bali showing specific tour-
EARTH’S LAST ism areas and places of interest, as
well as a distance scale between
GUARDIANS the island’s main destinations.
The Baduy people, hidden
PHOTO BY NYOMAN ARI GUNADI
73 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS
at the feet of the Kendeng Listings and product descriptions
Mountain, are one of the from various clientele.
few remaining traditional
74 INFOINDEX
tribes who are still very Useful directory of companies and
much in tune with nature. island-based businesses.

NEW&NEWS
ENTER THE The St. Regis Bali Resort recently launched its tropical park, which features a Chef’s Garden,
a dinner venue called Dulang (literally ‘royal plate’), and a hammock garden. The St. Regis Tropical
GARDEN Park, spanning over 7 thousand square meters, was created as an extension for relaxation within the
8.8 hectares of land that the St. Regis Bali Resort sits on and offers guests an additional retreat and
activity within the resort. Guests can also witness the first Orchid Pavilion featuring up to 50 species
of orchids. The St. Regis Bali Resort, Nusa Dua, (0361) 8478-111; www.stregis.com/bali
SURF’S UP IN UBUD
Quiksilver has opened a brand new store
showcasing surf fashion and street wear products
from the brands Quiksilver, Roxy, and DC on Monkey
Forest Street in Ubud. The Quiksilver Ubud store uses
traditional materials such as Silakarang Stone from
nearby Gianyar and environmentally friendly bamboo
and rattan for its interior, blending the store right in
with the surrounding environment.
The new Quiksilver store offers a complete selection
of apparel and accessories ranging from board shorts
and bikinis to T’shirts and hooded sweatshirts, as well
as full range of accessories like bags and backpacks.
www.quiksilver.com
DELICIOUS ADDITIONS
Cafe Jemme offers more delicious gourmet additions on its
extensive menu at affordable prices. Entrees include Garlic &
Herb Baked Portobello Mushroom, Cheese & Caramelized Onion
Quesadilla topped with ratatouille and fresh asparagus spears and
the Jemme Classic Prawn Cocktail served with classic cocktail
sauce and gazpacho sambal. For the mains there are Butter Curry
of Seafood served with flakey pastry and cucumber salsa, and
definitely a must try is the Oven Roasted Corn-fed Chicken for 2
- boned and roasted with fresh herbs served with cauliflower cream,
cheesy mash, buttered peas and carrots and a trio of gravies. Other
‘must try’s are found under the Jemme Fruity Martinis list, namely
the Choco Blackberry as well as the Apple Martini. Cafe Jemme,
Jl. Raya Petitenget No.28, Kerobokan, (0361) 732-392

NEW&NEWS
TRIUMPHANT
Returning home to Bali with one
of the culinary world’s most prestigious
prizes, I Wayan Wicaya, the winner of
the Global Chefs Challenge 2010, was
greeted enthusiastically by friends, family
and colleagues last month. The Global
Chefs Challenge is the largest single chefs
competition in the world, sponsored by
the World Association of Chef Societies
(WACS) and entered in by 88 countries in
7 seven continental regional finals. Every
two years, the finalists from the seven
regions of the world take to the stoves to
GOING GRAND
Aston at the Grand Kuta Hotel & Residence opens this
month as a modern minimalist hotel and residence with luxurious
design. Strategically located and within close reach of the Ngurah
Rai International Airport, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak and Denpasar, the
Grand Kuta serves as a resort style residence equipped with amenities
for convenience. Aston at Grand Kuta Hotel & Residence,
Jl. Dewi Sri No. 8, (0361) 765-976; www.grandkuta.com
prepare a four-course dinner for twelve

people to exacting standards. Every move
is watched and judged. The results are
scored by a jury of experts and the winner
is the chef who has created the dishes
to the highest culinary, food hygiene and
preparation standards. The six other Global
ENJOY THE SCENE Finalists were from Norway, Canada,
The Scene recently opened as a guesthouse-style resort where visitors Portugal, Holland, Dubai, and Australia.
can enjoy soothing spa treatments, sophisticated nail services and I Wayan Wicaya, Executive Sous chef of
delectable dining atop Pecatu Hill in Uluwatu. Guests are treated to a Bulgari, has been leading up to this final
relaxing experience at the indoor and outdoor areas of their choice, including for two years. First securing the title for
two salons adorned with traditional crafts, a poolside area and gazebos. The Indonesia, and then winning the Global
Scene offers a variety of selections for couples, families and other groups Chef Asia competition, then finally to Chile,
plus a special bridal package to make honeymoons even more memorable. where he has proved beyond a doubt that
As for dining, The Scene presents a fusion of Japanese and Indonesian Indonesia’s culinary industry is producing
culinary pleasures, focusing mainly on seafood. The Scene, Jl. Labuan world-class chefs. www.balichefs.com
Sait, Uluwatu (0361) 847-0646; www.thescene-bali.com

NEW&NEWS
NEW AT HELM
InterContinental Bali Resort
recently announced the appointment
of Phil Riley as General Manager
& Regional General Manager IHG
Indonesia. With over 30 years of
hospitality management experience,
Phil brings a meticulous understanding
of luxury hotel operations to the
InterContinental Bali Resort. He arrived
in Bali after a 14-month tenure as
General Manager of the recently opened
InterContinental Asiana Saigon as well
as IHG Regional General Manager
Vietnam. InterContinental Bali
Resort, Jalan Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran
(0361) 701-888; www.interconti.com
ON THE HILL
Chateau de Bali Ungasan Luxury Villas & Medical Spa recently had its
soft-opening on the island’s southern peninsula. The new 5-star luxury villas offer
ultimate holiday luxury combined with personal service. The elegant contemporary
villas are complete with private swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, Balinese gazebo
and lush tropical garden complemented by elite clubhouse facilities. Perched on the
hill of Ungasan village and overlooking the Indian Ocean, Chateau de Bali Ungasan
Luxury Villas & Medical Spa features 96 wellness ocean view villas, a medical spa,
sauna in each villa, club lounge, wine bar and a health doctor to assist in detox,
slimming and de-stressing programs together with a vegetarian chef who prepares
healthy meals at the restaurant and for individualized nutritious programs. Chateau
de Bali’s grand opening is planned for this month. Chateau de Bali
Jl. Pura Masuka Ungasan, Br. Kertha Lestari, Ungasan
(0361) 877-3288; www.chateaudebali.com
TO THE FIRST
Thermes Marins Bali at the Ayana Resort and Spa
Bali has received the World’s Best Spa Award by the
Conde Nast Traveler’s International Readers’ Survey
2010. This latest accolade adds the list of the resort’s
achievements following its re-branding in May of last
year. The resort will be celebrating its 1st Anniversary
this April, with various attractive promotions on offer.
Ayana Resort and Spa Bali, Jalan Karang Mas
Sejahtera, Jimbaran, (0361) 702-222
www.ayanaresort.com

NEW&NEWS
ECO SOUNDS
The all new Bali Eco Village eco-lodge
on the hills of Belok-Lauak in North Bali boasts
5 lodges, a restaurant and a spa, which is ideal
for a medium sized group and is a perfect spot
for nature lovers who want to experience the
unspoiled nature and tranquility while enjoying
all the amenities of fine lodging and dining.
Their commitment is to provide guests with the
vacation they desire. Adventure seekers are
offered opportunities to enjoy beautiful walks and
lovely hiking trails to waterfalls and many others
excursions. For people seeking a tranquil setting
to decompress, they offer one of the most
peaceful places in Bali surrounded by impressive
nature and completed by a natural spa.
www.baliecovillage.com
BIG 8 REVITALIZATION
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali announces its guest
room revitalization plan that will commence in May 2010 for
one year. The 8 million dollar renovation project will include
a comprehensive transformation that will result in sleek and
sophisticated looking guest rooms with a tropical edge.
Ergonomic designed furnishings and personal touches will
take every conceivable guest need into careful consideration.
Guest rooms will feature the new generation of Heavenly Bed,
a spacious 1.37 meter bed in the double-double rooms, I-pod
dock with alarm clock, bedside master switch board, audio
visual entertainment port, extended bathroom complete with
standing shower and a separate bathtub, double vanity, 37”
flat screen television, personalized in-room shop with lifestyle
products set along with a new ergonomic refreshment center
for convenience, as well as dual wardrobe areas with ample of
space and drawers to store belongings.
www.westinbalitransformation.com
SECOND SOUR
Sour Sally Frozen Yogurt Boutique recently
opened its second outlet at the Discovery Shopping
Mall Unit MG – 1 after successfully opening 20 of its
frozen yogurt outlets in various youth lifestyle venues
in Indonesia, and its first in Bali at the Mal Bali Galeria
Food Terrace 1A08. Non-fat frozen yogurt flavors include
Original Plain, Green Tea, Pinklicious (Strawberry),
Twist (Original Plain and Green Tea or Original Plain and
Strawberry). 20 toppings are available.
www.mysoursally.com

CRAFT&CULTURE
WHEN SPORT AND

SPIRIT BLEND
Yoga boasts a very long history. It
predates religions in human history.
Its introduction was estimated to
be 3,000 years ago. This has been
proved by archeological findings
such as effigies showing various
Yogic postures.
.
PHOTO BY VINCENT HERRY

A
midst a hectic world and in an age
when time seems to fly much faster,
us humans long for a moment of
respite. Something that will keep us
healthy in this era full of pollution. One
option is general physical exercise,
and another is Yoga. It is no wonder that Yoga classes
have rapidly flourished recently.
To talk of balance between the body and mind,
think back to the ancient Latin quotation “Mens sana in
corpore sano,” or literally, a sound mind is a sound body,
and vice versa. Happiness is in the mind and a clear mind
comes from a healthy body. So if one wants to be happy
they need to heal the physique and mind. This happiness
starts from a clear mind and a healthy body.
One way of achieving this balance is by doing yoga,
a way that has gained much popularity in recent times.
Yoga boasts a very long history. It predates religions
in human history. Its introduction was estimated to be
3,000 years ago, in Harappa and Mahenjo Daro, two
ancient Indian cities near today’s India, Nepal, and
Pakistan. This has been proved by archeological findings
such as effigies in showing various Yogic postures.
This region is known as where the oldest of religions,
namely Hinduism, originated. Its existence then unified,
thus coming to the conclusion by many that yoga is part
of the religion.
Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit ‘Yuj’ that means
‘to relate’. Hinduism itself has teachings are connected
to Yoga, namely Catur Yoga or the four ways to
connect oneself with the Divine. The ways include what
is known as Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, Jnana Yoga and
Raja Yoga. Bhakti Yoga is a way that implements the
Hotels package yoga into

their attractive programs.
The Sanur Beach Hotel for
instance, provides yoga every
morning for an hour at 9 a.m.
If you miss the morning class,
you can always catch the
afternoon session.
PHOTO BY DONNY CAHYADI

Usually Yoga will start off with a brief
meditation, breath control, and then enter
into the main movements, then is again
closed by breath control and meditation.
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senses, applied in love and devotion and referred to as Yogin. In India the Yogin of Rsi Patanjali, Yoga was taught verbally
with profuse prayer. enter forests for seclusion and perform and handed down through the generations
Karma Yoga is a way by the use extraordinary physical feats. Through from teacher to disciple.
of labor. Doing something and giving modern times, Raja Yoga came to be The Yogi, in executing their acrobatic-
sincerely without expecting returns. Many known merely as Yoga. like moves, goes through various training
Balinese have chosen to implement this According to historical records, to achieve amazing physical flexibility. They
and the previous way in their daily lives. Raja Yoga or yoga as we know it was not only conduct physical exercises and
Their lives are profuse with prayers and introduced by a Yogi by the name of Rsi spiritual training but also fast, avoiding
offerings to connect with the Divine. Patanjali around the year 200-100 BC. He pleasure, and seek places far from busy
The third way, Jnana Yoga, is by was known as a yoga reformist, due to his activities to help concentrate and deter
offering knowledge to society and its rendering of the physical exercise learned them from worldly desires.
emphasis is on logic. The fourth, more systematically and structurally Yet to learn yoga nowadays you do
Raja Yoga, is through self-control through his books Yoga Sutra and the not need the old ways. What becomes
and restraint. Followers of Raja Yoga are Astangga Yoga system. Before the era the emphasis on yoga today is to execute

postures and control over breath and cooling down effect.
positions, as well as controlling the mind The exercise has recently become very
and focusing it towards peace. popular. It is not difficult to find places
Yoga as we know it now is movements providing yoga classes. Now nearly all
and postures that put forth discipline in hotels provide wellness programs and
obtaining physical and mental health. yoga on their guest activities lists. They
Usually a movement will start off with a also provide yoga instructors from within
brief meditation, breath control, and then Bali and even abroad.
enter into the main movements, then is Hotels package yoga into their
closed by breath control and meditation. attractive programs. The Sanur Beach
When factors such as space and time Hotel for instance, provides yoga every
restrict muscle stretching and such, then morning for an hour at 9 a.m. If you miss
one can try the simplest of forms, through the morning class, you can always catch
pranayama or breath control. the afternoon session. Participation is
Controlling inhalation and exhalation, Rp. 100,000 per class. But frequent
as well as the prolonged retention of participants can enroll in the annual
breath in the lungs eases in relaxation. It membership for Rp. 3.5 million.
is scientifically explained that pranayama Sri Asta Kesari, a yoga instructor at the
provides more oxygen to the bloodstream. Sanur Beach Hotel who is also the Guest
It also aids the mind and senses as a Activity and Recreation Manager explains
Dr. Somvir, founder of Bali International Yoga Festival (above and below),
leads the Bali India Foundation, an organization which opens Yoga classes to
the public as part of their activities. The foundation publishes a Yoga periodical
and it organizes its second Bali International Yoga Festival this month.
PHOTOS COURTESY BALI INDIA FOUNDATION

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that guest enthusiasm over the activity is In 2009 they held the Bali International holding and exhaling. This is followed by
relatively high. This is shown from the high Yoga Festival. This year they’re doing it certain mantras that aid in concentration.
revenue generated from the programs. again for the second time. Third is the cleansing of palms that also
Not many movements are taught. And Public enthusiasm for yoga has rapidly symbolize the cleansing of the body.
this goes back to the saying that it is better increased. Now nearly every hotel can Prayers are executed in the asana
to do 15 minutes a day and do it routinely be found to provide yoga classes. In position. Mantras are sounded eloquently
rather than exercising an hour for several Indonesia, yoga has recently become a by controlling the breath so even though
days and then stop. part of the lifestyle adopted by the modern prayers go on for several minutes,
Sri said that what is essential in human, especially in Bali. participants do not feel the slightest
exercising yoga is not the intricate The Balinese in older times had also exhaustion. No rushing to get up after
acrobatic movements but those that adopted yoga in their daily lives, not only prayers can be seen, but they orderly wait
suit the body and those which touch the from a philosophical standpoint, as a way for the blessing sprinkles of holy water.
spiritual aspect. It seems that this is greatly to connect with the Divine, but also from a Nevertheless, now we can find yoga in
influenced by the religious aura of Bali. ritualistic standpoint. a more specific form. People don’t say that
In Balinese culture, nearly all of it can be Balinese Hindus have exercised yoga they are ‘conducting yoga’ when they pray
connected to spirituality. since early age. They attend temple at a temple. Or, ‘doing yoga’ when they
Yoga is also done massively in Bali. prayers and sit in what is known as the stretch their muscles before a jog. But they
Among those that have contributed to asana posture. For the Balinese, asana is ‘do yoga’ when they sit on mats, in loose
the development of yoga in Bali is the Bali the crossed-legged posture for the men, attire, in a cozy place, and start executing
India Foundation. They open yoga classes and to sit with the knees bent and folded stretching to intricate postures. ■
for all ages, regardless of religion and for the women. The second is pranayama, Text and photos by
nationality, with several schedule options. the control of breath between inhaling, Ni Luh Dian Purniawati

INVITE&INDULGE
STARS FOR EVERY SEASON

Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique recently inaugurated its
International Star Guest Chef Promotion Series when former chef-
owner of Au Crocodile in Strasbourg, France, 3-Star Michelin Chef
Emile Jung, visited in Bali and together with Mozaic chef-owner
Chris Salans put on their toques to present two evenings of
an exclusive culinary journey.
T
he special event on when raining or during rainy season, which extraordinary exchange of ideas from the
February 19 and 20 was was the case on this occasion). two masters. And Emile Jung adds to this
declared an accustomed, The fabulous success of 3 Michelin a new Asian experience to his repertoire of
but obviously anticipated, Star guest chef Emile Jung collaborating tastes and techniques.
sellout at Mozaic. Within with chef Chris Salans in developing the The two special nights presented
only a matter of days since menu and exchanging culinary ideas, was a menu by the master chefs featuring
the announcement of the event, seats just the start of a series of promotions eloquently French menu titles with
were fully booked with the guest lists filled and culinary workshops that are to feature descriptions in English, and an optional
with the island’s personages of industry acclaimed chefs from around the world. pairing of the Alsace wines listed
and high society. On normal days, Mozaic The two inaugural dinners at Mozaic together with such delights as Napoleon
only accepts 60 guests a night; 30 indoor also featured a pairing of wines from of Langoustines and fresh crab meat
seats in an open-air traditional Balinese Alsace (on the border between France and with a salad of mache (paired with a
pavilion and 30 outdoor garden seats Germany) where Emile Jung hails from, 2007 Trimbach Riesling), Indian Rock
scattered within the garden (not available and the culinary journey was the fruit of this Lobster and Golden Vermicelli with Pink

Located just outside the
charming community of
Ubud, the intimate garden-
set Mozaic Restaurant
has become a destination
restaurant for discriminating
diners from around
the world.

Chefs Chris Salans and Emile Jung in the kitchen.
Peppercorns (paired with a 2006 Les mentioned his hometown Alsace, and of the Vosges Mountains. After having
Princes Abbes Pinot Gris), Coral Trout and the wines that he brought together with completed his secondary education at
Baby Calamari in an Albertine Vermouth him on his visit to present in the culinary 17, Emile became an apprentice in the
Sauce (paired with a 2006 Grand Cru journey. One among the interesting restaurant business and spent a year
Moenchberg Pinot Gris), Crispy Pigeon facts, due to the location of Alsace being learning the trade at the famous restaurant
and Foie Gras with Savoy Cabbage smack-dab in a region bordering France of the Maison Rouge Hotel in Strasbourg.
and ‘du Puy’ Lentils (paired with a 2006 and Germany, the cultures, was that the He then worked in Lyon, a city well-known
Grenache & Carignan Syrah), Frozen accent and food are a fine amalgamation for its excellent gastronomy, at the Michelin
Parfait of Fresh Seasonal Cherries and between the two countries. Indeed food two-star restaurant La Mere Guy.
Kirsch with Crispy Pistachios (paired with and culture represent each other in There he discovered the classic “Grand
a 2002 Gewurztraminer) and a Terrine interesting ways. And this was reflected Cuisine” - superb local products and a
of Melon and Strawberries in a Fresh through the names of the wines he brought great regional tradition. He also met Paul
Apple Gelée (paired with a 2007 Princes – a bit of Bavarian twang along with Bocuse, and credits him with stimulating
des Abbes Muscat), and petits fours strong French based characteristics. Say, his imagination and his interest in fine
concluding the experience. “Grand Cru Moenchberg,” or “Domaines cuisine. Due to his eclectic training and
Emile Jung, in a brief meeting with Schlumberger” for instance. his love for quality products, Emile Jung
the media prior heading to the kitchen Emile was born in Masevaux, a is always seeking innovations that add a
with Salans on the dinner series’ finale, picturesque Alsatian town at the foothills personal style to his cuisine. He believes

in harmonious dishes and respect for natural
products, and feels, “wine epitomizes the genius
of cooking.”
With an addition of daily touches to traditional
dishes, he masterfully commands tasteful
combinations. Poetic visual presentations of each
plate offer final proof that Emile Jung is not only
an extraordinary chef but an author as well. At his
own Au Crocodile in Strasbourg France he was
awarded 3 Stars by the famous Michelin Guide.
FRENCH TIRES TO CUISINE?

Chefs the world over covet the Michelin star – the
‘Oscar of the restaurant world’, a recognition of
premium talent for those who spend their lives
slicing and dicing. Michelin stars are awarded
annually and published in the Michelin Red Guide,
the bible for gourmands the world over.
First published in 1900 by Andre Michelin, a
founding brother of the Michelin Tire Company, the
Guide was designed for road trips, offering advice
on car maintenance, lodgings, restaurants, even
the location of public toilets. For the next twenty
years it was given away free and covered only
the French region of Europe. In 1920 the Michelin
brothers started charging for the guide and in
1926 the star rating was introduced to measure
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the first restaurant in Southeast Asia to be
recognized by the prestigious Traditions et
Qualité association as a member of ‘Les
Grande Tables Du Monde’ (The Grand
Tables of the World), joining an exclusive
membership including the world’s most
famous restaurants such as Lucas Carton
(Alain Senderens), Le Louis XV and Plaza
Athénée (Alain Ducasse), Guy Savoy (Guy
Savoy) and The French Laundry (Thomas
A Keller). Awarded a place amongst the
top 100 best restaurants of the world in
the 2009 San Pellegrino Guide and top 5
and top 6 best restaurants in Asia by the
the quality of cooking in listed dining Miele Guide in 2008 and 2009, Mozaic
establishments. affirms its right at the top of the ‘must’ list
The Michelin Guide uses a system of for gourmands.
symbols to identify the best hotels and
restaurants within each comfort and price SEASONS TO SAVOR
category. For restaurants, Michelin stars Mozaic Restaurant also finds complements
are based on five criteria: quality of the in its Mozaic Exclusive Catering, The
products, mastery of flavor and cooking, Mozaic Lounge and its Workshop, a
“personality” of the cuisine, value for culinary school by Chris Salans with the
money, and consistency between visits. German brand high-end domestic and
Michelin stars are awarded to restaurants kitchen appliances, Miele.
offering the finest cooking, regardless of THE INTIMATE GARDEN During the brief meeting with Chris and
cuisine style. Stars represent only what Located just outside the charming Emile, Mozaic General Manager Nicola
is on the plate. They do not take into community of Ubud, the intimate garden- Scaramuzzino mentioned that they’ll
consideration interior decoration, service set Mozaic Restaurant has become a also be introducing a Facebook page
quality or table settings. destination restaurant for discriminating where promotional updates and program
Today the guide is written for twelve diners from around the world. Chef Salans schedules would be posted. And he also
countries, with New York City and San blends the best of local and international mentioned of the forthcoming series to be
Francisco having been introduced in ingredients, prepared and presented featured at Mozaic throughout the year,
2005, the first cities outside of Europe. with a modern and innovative approach with two events for each season.
Inspections are anonymous, once every associating usual and unusual flavors to As this goes to press, leaked were hints
eighteen months, and restaurant entries sublimate the products presented. This on the Olivier Berte Technical Training series
are not paid for, claiming to ensure unique cuisine has been highly praised scheduled somewhere this month. For
unbiased reviews. Although there had amongst others in Condé Nast Traveler, more information and updates on program
been a much circulated controversy in its New York Magazine, National Geographic schedules, contact info@mozaic-bali.com ■
star rating system, notably accusations Traveler, Times Asia, The International Text by Nyoman Ari Gunadi
of bias (published by a French company, Herald Tribune and the New York Times, Courtesy photos
towards French cuisine, etc.), it remains and in the last few years Mozaic has also
a coveted title in the culinary world and been bestowed with the honor of the ■ Mozaic Restaurant, Lounge,
a respected source among gourmands. Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator for Workshop & Catering Gastronomiques,
Check out www.michelinguide.com for its wine cellar. Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Ubud,
more info. Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique was (0361) 975-768; www.mozaic-bali.com

PROFILE&PORTRAIT
MURNI’S STORY
Bali & Beyond recently sat down with the
namesake owner of Murni’s Warung, one of
the restaurants hailing from the early days
of Ubud’s tourism growth that has endured
and progressed until now, to talk about her
recollections on Ubud’s development.
S
itting on the lounge I myself was at this time honored
listening to the sound of by the acquaintance of Murni, owner of
Blues, it took me back Murni’s Warung, one of the restaurants
to Ella Fitzgerald’ 30s. dating back to the early days of Ubud’s
But glancing to my left at tourism, which has endured and
the scenic high ledge of progressed until now.
Ni Wayan Murni in early 1970 (above) and the foliage and the rushing river down below “Forgive me, I just got back from
entrance gate to Murni’s shop and warung (below).
me, plus the waitresses clad in Balinese ngayah,” Murni said. She seemed to
Here one can witness her large antique collection.
attire, I was beamed back to reality – in be in a bit of a rush, catching up to her
Ubud. The place had just been hailed as appointment with me. Just like any other
“The Best City in Asia” by readers of the Balinese woman, it was her obligation to
Conde Nest Traveller. go to the temple for ngayah, a communal
activity among village members where they
gather together to do things such as temple
cleansings and ceremonial preparations.
Ngayah could last for several days.
It’s no easy task being a Balinese
woman. They not only readily go and
serve for ngayah at temples but also take
care of social and family activities such as
weddings, ngaben cremations, and rites of
passage for new family members, as well as
other similar rituals in a banjar community.
Ni Wayan Murni is 64 now, her hair grey
and with wrinkles and lines on her face,
yet her spirit and enthusiasm for life hasn’t
diminished a bit. She has five children and
eleven grandchildren, several businesses
that must be looked after, including
Murni’s Warung, a large antique collection
and her help on a new book Secret of Bali,

Murni’s Warung in early 1970s (right) and Murni’s Warung today (above). To the left and right of the warung
there had been many changes, but one thing that hasn’t changed is the lush valley and sound of the
rushing river that reminds many of the Ubud of yore.
Fresh light on the morning of the world. morning she would leave for Denpasar To the left and right of the warung there
“Back then there was only the to get the freshest bread, tomatoes, and have been many changes in line with the
Tjampuhan Hotel in Ubud,” said Murni. ingredients that at that time were not yet rapid progress over the years together with
Murni’s business instinct only started when available in Ubud. At 9 she would be back the increasingly busy Ubud. But one thing
she bought a piece of land not far from the in Ubud and prepare to open her warung. that has not changed is the lush valley and
hotel that was owned by the Ubud royalty She repeated these similar chores every the sound of the rushing river that reminds
and started to sell paintings and some day. Back then she had her two cousins many of the Ubud of yore. Many guests
souvenirs. to help her out. Business was quite good. are impressed with the warung. They
More than a few guests came in to the One month later she had added 3 more somehow find constant déjà vu and live
warung to shop and look around. It came tables to her space. their memories there.
to be that they did not only pay attention “I learned a lot from my guests. I Many older tourists revisit and find
to her wares but also her dining table, the named my menu items with the names a different and changed Ubud. Some
only dining table in the space. of my friends who taught me the recipes. of them are knowledgeable about the
“They said, ‘I want this’. They were Mary Sandwich for instance, was due to situation and the changes and understand
hungry and wanted to eat. I said, ‘but this Mary teaching me to make sandwiches,” that change is inevitable, but others are
is my lunch – not for sale,’” she recalls. recalls Murni. disappointed. They imagine the ‘village’ of
This was what sparked her initial idea to “I was lucky to have gotten this space,” Ubud, yet in reality find the ‘city of Ubud.
start selling food. At the beginning she she continued. “I bought it in 1974 and set The street of Jalan Bisma for instance.
took a bit of her mother’s wares at the up this warung. Starting with one level, I Murni has vivid memories of the road as
Ubud market and transferred them to her gradually expanded downwards. Some of a once lonely footpath amongst a vast
warung. Eventually she started to learn to it had been retained, such as the footpath spread of rice paddies. That frequently
make sandwiches. The western snacks that leads down to the river. Back then muddy path during the rainy season has
she learned from her guests who later on there was no such thing as channeled water since changed into a hard paved road, and
became her close friends. or water companies; there was not even the rice fields have turned into an array of
Murni was resilient. At 4 o’clock in the electricity in Ubud at that time!” cafes, art shops, and hotels on both sides.

oto
She still keeps this ph
Murni in early 1970. o were the first
ple wh
of her friends, the cou
warung customers.
Many trees have been felled without in all sorts of activities, despite her current not easily made into reality in a flick of
replanting schemes to follow. Lots health ups and downs. a wrist. It’s like she never imagined that
of garbage is scattered around the This year she was supposed to head Ubud would become what it is today, she
street with the lack of consciousness to San Francisco for an exhibition of her also never thought that she would have
to keep a cleaner environment. A lot of antique collection. Yet she had to cancel become a collector and have the chance
understanding must be planted into the due to health. She has done several to travel to other regions.
psyche of the locals. exhibitions before, meeting up with like- Evening neared in, yet Ubud remained
“We are proud to have been called The minded collectors from the world over. lively if not livelier. Several guests started to
Best City in Asia, but let’s not let us ‘sink’ “I want to have a museum to display come and be seated at the dining tables. It
underneath the pride,” solemnly advised my antiques,” said Murni. “Many of our wasn’t such a busy day, but they seemed
Murni. “Over pride can lead to conceit. And youth do not understand the significance to enjoy the composed, comforting and
when we reach this stage, we’ll forget that of their nation’s past. Then they’d be hospitable Ubud nuance. ■
the true predicate given is a challenge for surprised when they go abroad and see Text by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati
us in maintaining it.” their ancestral wealth on display there, as Photo courtesy Jonathan Copeland and
“We must keep on striving to become I was to see the Sembiran weavings (from Murni’s Warung
the best and remain the best,” Murni North Bali) in the Netherlands. Not even
added with enthusiasm. Enthusiasm that the Sembiran people themselves know
should be in the hearts of us all. At her late much about their own heritage.” ■ Murni’s Warung, Campuan, Ubud
years she remains energetic and engaged Her dream of building a museum is (0361) 975-233; www.murnis.com

PONDERINGPOINT
STUDY
AND ENJOY
PARADISE

Mikael Kiuru of Asia Exchange Ltd. recently sent us the following
information on an interesting exchange study program for university
students who want to experience Bali. Their studies concentrate on
learning Bahasa Indonesia along with the local culture and customs.
This way it aims to bring foreigners to Indonesia who are not just
interested in partying for a few weeks and going home, but those
who are really interested in the country, its culture and its people.
Is it possible to combine studying and life in paradise?
P
eople visiting Bali are absence from their studies in the name of the past few years Asia has become
often young, energetic just a longer vacation. But what if the two one of the most popular destinations for
and enthusiastic. Eager could be combined? studying abroad and thus challenged the
to experience and learn Nowadays, an increasing number of old favorites. While major reasons are
more about life in a new students complete part of their studies undoubtedly the rising economic powers
environment, they come abroad. At the university level a study and the larger role of Asian nations on the
to Bali to surf, have fun and enjoy the sun. abroad period is not only a vital part of global market, more personal agendas
A large portion of them are students taking a student’s degree but also an asset to underlie.
a break from studying in the form of a a CV, because it helps the job applicant Most of us who have visited South East
short vacation or a longer trip. The latter stand out. In the past, student migration Asia as tourist or backpacker can describe
choice is often a tempting one, but most has concentrated towards Europe, the the experience as being in a paradise on
students find it impossible to justify a long United States and Australia, but during earth: living costs are low, traveling within
A large number of
young visitors to Bali are
students taking a break
from studying in the form
of a short vacation or a
longer trip.

Students who have
used the opportunity to
experience a student
exchange program often
state that the study period
has been the most fruitful
experience of their lives.
and between countries is convenient, the agreements usually only provide study The tuition fees are very affordable – the
local people are warmhearted and gentle places to a few selected applicants, so costs are only 10-20% of what a semester
and the rich culture amaze the traveler with finding a study abroad place independently payment is in a Western country.
their never-ending wonders. Needless to as a free-mover can be a long and Applying for this study program
say, the growing economic importance of unpredictable road. has been made possible by Udayana
Asia on a global scale makes the continent Udayana University, located in University’s partner Asia Exchange,
a good destination for traveling with regard Denpasar - the capital of Bali, has which handles the laborious paper
to studies and future career opportunities. established a new study program called work and provides students with useful
People who possess firsthand knowledge “Bali International Program on Asian information ranging from visa procedures
of Asia naturally have an edge when Studies”, which includes courses in to accommodation options. This way the
applying for jobs, not only at multinational economics, tourism, law, culture and applicant can enroll for the study abroad
companies but also governmental language. This 4 month study program period with ease and concentrate on more
organizations. is given in English and all the people important things, such as enjoying the
A study abroad period benefits who fulfill the minimum requirements are once-in-a-lifetime experience.
one’s future career and provides lifelong warmly welcome to participate. Most of the Interested? Fill out an application and
memories. Students who have used applicants are university students in their pack up your bags… You will receive a
the opportunity to experience a student home countries, and by completing this response about being approved for the
exchange program often state that the study program they receive a respectable study program within a week of sending in
study period has been the most fruitful amount of credit to add to their university your application.
experience of their lives so far. The only degrees. In contrast, some of the students Grab you experience – in and outside
problem is that the amount of study places taking part in the program are not currently the classroom!
for exchange students at Asian universities studying at a university in their home Visit the Asia Exchange website at:
are often very limited compared to the country but can make use of the earned www.asiaexchange.org ■
demand. Universities’ exchange study credits if they choose to enroll in the future. Photos Nyoman Ari Gunadi

ACTION&ATTRACTION
OUT OF VILLA, INTO VALLEY

The Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan lets guests experience
A Day in The Life of a Balinese Farmer,
which includes a morning trek through the Ayung River valley,
a chance to get shin-deep in the paddy fields, and to learn
traditional agrarian techniques.

I
t was a beautiful early Thursday John Heah of Heah & Company (London),
morning in January, when we together who created a completely new image
with several colleagues headed up for the Balinese hotel. The Four Seasons
to Sayan. Entrance into this resort’s Resort at Sayan is a striking piece of
realm has always been full of dramatic aerial sculpture, the huge elliptical lotus
yet solemn ‘wows’. Its striking setting pond sitting above a base structure that
greets guests upon approach to the appears like a romantic ruin set within
compound – a steep ravine filled with lush this spectacular Ayung valley landscape.
tropical foliage bordering the blue cloud- He also made sure that his dramatic
filled skyline, rushing flows of the river design would sit seamlessly within the
below, and the terraced paddies that are environment, through intact natural
still distinctive of the region. elements. And this large lotus pool has
Entering the compound, all one can since become the central appeal of the
encounter is a bale with a thatched roof whole site. The site is a bowl. It’s almost
that looms tall as if aloft in the trees. Staff like a bowl of rice because there are paddy
then readily welcome guests and escort fields down there, everywhere.
them across this massive wooden bridge One cannot but just pause for a minute,
that leads them to the lotus pond, and no or more, at this man-made lotus pond,
sort of reception or lobby in sight. which also happens to form the roof of the
This ‘pleasant bewilderment’ was the main building. Here it enables guests to
literal objective of the resort’s architect; take in the 360-degree view of the green
COURTESY PHOTOS
After breakfast and a

demonstration, guests get
to tryout the tradition and
have the opportunity
to plant rice seeds.

The day’s gorge. As a tropical retreat, everything
about Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
resort. However for some other guests,
the break away from the facility and resort
adventures end with spells romance, and it has served as a compounds and getting closer to nature
a traditional lunch passionate setting for various newlyweds

and couples. After the vista pause, guests
and the Bali highlands’ outback, might spell
‘relief’, ‘escape’ and ‘insightful.’
of Nasi Campur, at last ‘find’ the lobby downstairs, directly The Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
Indonesian “mixed underneath the pond.

It was here that the day’s adventure
has provided the opportunity to its guests
to experience ‘a day in the life of a Balinese
rice”, enjoyed at began. Despite the quirky title given farmer’ since April last year. It gives guests
above, the excursion that takes guests a glimpse into the values that run through
a secluded bale into the paddy field where they learn the island’s agricultural society. Although
along the river. about traditional and organic grown many lives of the locals have shifted,
herbs and spices, field irrigation, the especially in the highly populated southern
best kinds of paddy and rice seedlings parts of the island, many areas such as the
to be planted, and how to plant them, uplands where paddies are lush retain the
is certainly on the more luxurious side. agrarian ways.
An arduous trek for some, yes. Muddy The program begins with a morning trek
shins and soles and hands, yes. But a full through the Ayung River valley. Our reliable
range of luxury features keeps bringing guide for the day, courteous Four Seasons
you back and reminding you that you are staff, Sayan local and mother of two, Ketut
still a consistently pampered guest of the Sariani, showed us past the compound

and river and to the organic gardens with
the various names of herbs labeled at each
plant, and we quizzed each other on the
local, Indonesian and English names of
each. She won.
We continued to traverse the
picturesque terraced rice fields and jungle
paths leading to the banks of the Ayung.
Along the way, we witnessed the rustic
activities of the local farmers and learned
about the complex irrigation system used in
the paddy fields, known locally as ‘Subak’.
After working up an appetite on the trek
breakfast was served at a private bale,
overlooking mirror-like water surfaces of the
terraces on the southern rim of the resort’s
complex. We had tea boiled over a wood
fire, together with a fresh breakfast.
After the break and a demonstration,
we had the opportunity to plant rice seeds.
Balinese farmers are viewed as artists who
sculpt the rice terraces. Pak Wayan Mudra
showed us the ploughs and the way to level
the mud to make way for the seedlings. We
all put ourselves to the test afterwards.
Pak Wayan also told us how to choose
the right young coconut – not too ripe and
not too young. Although the coconuts

of recycled paper and natural ingredients
with pages filled with photographs from our
Back to luxury and adventure, as well as recipes of our lunch
pampering... A luxury spa for us to try to cook and enjoy at home.
treatment inspired by the
simple ‘batukali’ river stone. In the album you’ll also find a “Certificate
of Achievement”, certifying that you’ve
“gone through an intensive familiarization
program with the Four Seasons Resort
Bali at Sayan’s farmer team… and are
were already picked for us that day (how the river. The lunch wooden bento-style now certified to be a Balinese farmer.
convenient), he mentioned that guests are presentation of its Nasi Campur delivers Congratulations.” Show it to the next
welcom to have a go at climbing up a tree steamed Balinese red rice, “Be Pasih Balinese farmer you meet in the rice field.
and picking their own! Well, if the trek and Panggang” grilled fish served with the Wait for the grin. Or better still, to your
the rice planting weren’t strenuous enough, notorious spicy Balinese sauce of ‘sambal friends and family back home, so they’ll
for some, that is. matah’, “Kare Ayam” braised chicken in want to have a go.
Following the refreshment break, curry sauce with eggplant and lime leaf, Another great activity on offer at the
with a dash of lemon with the swigs of “Tempe Manis” wok-fried fermented Four Seasons Resort at Sayan is the Tri
relief, it was time to get back to luxurious bean cake with galangal and sweet soya Hita Karana. Borrowed from the Balinese
pampering. Relaxing the sore muscles sauce, and “Sayur Urap” Balinese style philosophy of human beings’ harmonious
and scrubbing away the dirt of a hard vegetables with roasted coconut, chili, relationship with God, nature, and with
day’s labor (the real Balinese farmer would shallots, and garlic. The latter consists of a other human beings, it is translated into
perhaps chuckle at this). Instead of bathing specific mix called Suna Cekuh, comprised a package that includes a yoga class, a
in the river, you can indulge in a spa of chopped shallots, garlic, wild ginger, garden tour and a spa treatment. Find out
treatment that includes the application of hot chili and vegetable oil, crushed black more on how to have fun and get down
fresh herbal blends to the hair and scalp, peppercorn and turmeric. All that with a and dirty in the paddies – in style, as well
an invigorating river stone scrub to revive fine assortment of various ‘sambal’ for you as on other adventurous, interesting and
the skin, and a soothing Balinese massage to further engage in discussion about. And insightful packages with luxury services,
complete with fragrant coconut oil and there’s the favorite ‘kolak pisang’ stewed from Four Seasons Resorts Bali. ■
freshly grated ginger paste to warm and banana dessert and fruit skewers for Text and photos by Nyoman Ari Gunadi
relax the body. Luxury spa treatment… dessert. Ibu Ketut Sariani accompanied us
inspired by the simple ‘batukali’ river stone. throughout our hearty meal as we enjoyed ■ Four Seasons Resorts Bali
The day’s adventures end with conversation and discussed further what (0361) 701-010
a traditional lunch of Nasi Campur, we might had missed out on in the field. ■ Four Seasons Bali at Sayan, Ubud
Indonesian “mixed rice”. The meal is In time, we were presented a unique (0361) 977-577
enjoyed at a more secluded bale along memento, an album interestingly made up www.fourseasons.com/sayan

BEYONDBALI
SAWU AND RAIJUA:

A TALE FROM ISLANDS
ON THE RIM
Meals are served and drinks are passed around...
Raja Ama Doko Lomi Djara and group are indulging
delightedly in the English veal dish (the last on the
ship) and the quality European beverages. Cheers all
around on board the Endeavour that night in September
of 1770. When Raja Ama Doko left the Endeavour,
Captain James Cook ordered his crew to fire off nine
salvos in honor of the king.
T
he following morning the captain and shape (the Endeavour had hit a reef three months
his crew were invited on land to a prior at the Great Barrier). They even hoped to
dinner hosted by Raja Ama Doko. The discover another paradise like Tahiti, which they had
party was arranged especially for the encountered the previous year.
crew of the Endeavour in response to Captain James Cook, known for his diplomacy
the hospitality they received the day and avoiding the use of violence, tried to win the
prior on board the Endeavour. heart of Raja Ama Doko Lomi Djara, the king of Seba,
Sitting cross-legged on woven mats, no less than which today is the main town on the island of Sawu.
36 dishes were served in containers that most likely His goal was none other than to secure supplies for
were made of lontar palm leaves. In them were rice, his crew. The process of obtaining the rations was
frogs cooked in alcohol, and much more. Captain quite complicated. After going through a process that
Cook was contented with the treats that evening, as lasted several days, at last the captain’s wish was
the sailing crew could not even finish the feast. fulfilled. He was able to load to his ship with buffaloes,
goats, poultry, eggs, and more that were sufficient
THE ISLAND OF SAWU AND THE for the rest of his journey. The Endeavour could then
DISCOVERY OF AUSTRALIA finally continue its journey back home to England and
Captain James Cook has gone down in the world’s bring the news of the discovery of a new continent,
sailing history with his “first fleet” and as the Australia. Thanks to the hospitality of the Savunese!
“discoverer” of the Australian Continent (as well as And that’s what we can read from this global
the “discoverer” of the Hawaiian Islands and the first voyager’s log. But unfortunately, nowadays hardly
to map New Zealand). He had just left Botany Bay, any of the Savunese knows about this historical event
where his botanist had discovered a unique specimen between their island and the discovery of the continent
when he and his legendary HMS Endeavour crew to the south. Moreover, this historical event must be
“discovered” Sawu Island (roughly five months after quoted from the notes of the explorer, as the only
the discovery of Australia). possible evidence on the island is a carving depicting
Sawu is geographically located north of Australia a European sailing ship and an inscription underneath
and indeed lies in the route where the captain it. The Endeavour, perhaps?
journeyed to return home to Europe. Coincidentally, Alas, no one can positively explain, as the inscription
the Endeavour encountered a Sawu Island that was can no longer be deciphered. But Captain Cook and
strikingly still green (though it hasn’t received a single his crew had indeed mentioned their visit to the Namata
drop of rain in the last seven months). From aboard village located south of Seba where the carving lies…
the vessel could be seen villages and livestock. It was
at this time when the Endeavour was in urgent need of ‘SAWU’, ‘SAVU’, ‘SABU’, OR ‘HAWU’?
replenishing its onboard supplies. “What’s in a name?” goes Shakespeare. And yes,
Many of its crew had fallen ill and were in bad names can lead to confusion. Especially when one has

The lontar palm remains to thrive in dry climates.
So it is considered the tree of life among the Sawu,
Raijua and Rote societies. From this tree can be
harvested refreshing and energy boosting drinks
from the sabu syrup. It is said that when given this
syrup to drink, people can live only having one
meal for a whole day.
so many! So let’s first clarify the name of The island of Sawu is located between TRADITIONAL, ORIGINAL
this island. This island we know as Sawu is Timor and the Island of Sumba, right in Life on Sawu, as well as on Raijua, is
also referred to as Savu, Sabu and Hawu. the Sawu Sea in the province of East traditional, although locals wearing traditional
All refer to the same island located 15 Nusa Tenggara. Overall, it is at the clothing in daily life have already become
hours by ferry from Kupang. The difference southernmost region of the Indonesian rare. Though contact with the outside
is in the tongue, as Sawu is the Indonesian archipelago. It borders directly with world can be said to be at a minimum
name while Savu is English. And Sabu is Australia in the south. The climate is (ferry connections to Kupang are only twice
said to be from the pronunciation of the largely influenced by the neighboring a week, while flight schedules are very
Dutch, Hawu being the original name. continent. This can be seen from the indefinite), the locals in all their limitations
intensity of rainfall, which is at a minimum have managed to rapidly adopt the way of
SELDOM WRITTEN ABOUT, (sometimes only 20 days of rain in a period life of their neighbors. Motorcycles (with their
LIKEWISE VISITED of three months in the wet season). And loud and sound polluting noise) as well as
One of the attractions of Sawu and Raijua the weather conditions in the neighboring cellular mobile phones are two things that
(its western neighboring island) actually country superficially ripple over to the are ‘in’ with the local people. Yet apart from
lies in the scarcity of available information island of lontar palms. The cold season this their lives there are still relatively natural
about the island itself. You will hardly find there would also cause cold and dry and laid back.
writings of it, brochures or photography. natural conditions in Sawu and Raijua. The Electricity in Seba on the island of Sawu
Secondly, its remote position also lures the earth also resembles the red dirt of the for instance (divided into four districts), only
adventurous to go and explore it. Australian outback. flows at night. Even Seba, which acts as

One of the attractions of Sawu and
Raijua (its western neighboring island)
actually lies in the scarcity of available
information about the island itself. You
will hardly find writings of it, brochures
or photography. Secondly, its remote
position also lures the adventurous to
go and explore it.
families on the island! The rest are

Catholic, Protestant and Jingitiu (the native
religion of the Sawu and Raijua societies).
THE TREE OF LIFE

The economic life here is leveraged by
the seaweed cultivations that for the past
several years have gained relatively good
value. This is what breathes life into the
people’s lives. Previously the people of
Sawu and Raijua relied only on their lontar
palms. God endowed sustenance on the
arid lands with these plants.
the capital, is only comprised of two rows

of pot-holed roads along 150 meters with
food stalls and five-and-dime stores on the
sides. Lodgings, as far as we found, were
only two, both in Seba. Apart from that,
you would have to stay at a local’s house.
On the island of Raijua, which is
populated by approximately 7,000 families,
things are even simpler. No electricity.
There is only one five-and-dime store and
no food stalls whatsoever on the island.
There is also no established lodging there.
But we could stay at Bapak Hiriloji’s
house, which only recently started to
receive guests, or at the house of Bapak
Daga. If you’re looking for Muslim cuisine,
the family of Bapak Ismail, a public junior
high school (SMP) teacher, can provide
you with it as there are only three Muslim

INDONESIA
SAWU ISLAND
The lontar palm remains to thrive in RAIJUA – ANIMISTIC, discoveries can be seen through these
dry climates. So it is considered the tree PROSCRIPTIVE photos.
of life among the Sawu, Raijua and Rote Visiting Raijua is even more challenging. Indonesia is indeed vast and rich.
societies. From this tree can be harvested Although located only 20-30 kilometers There are still many more areas in other
refreshing and energy boosting drinks from west of Sawu, big waves there frequently places that wait to be explored, not only
the sabu syrup. It is said that when given become the journey’s main obstacle. by foreigners but by its own people,
this syrup to drink, the people can live Raijua is referred to as where the original who need to explore their own backyard
only having one meal for a whole day. The religions of Sawu and Raijua, called more. According to the people of Raijua,
leaves can be made into food and beverage Jingitiu, originated. The devout atmosphere our visit as photographers and at same
containers, roofing material, and can also of the ancient belief system has slowly time as domestic tourists were the first
function as fertilizer. The midribs of the started to fade, but remains of its animistic or the second who came to their island.
tree can be made into partitions, fencing, beliefs are still sensed in this traditional ikat Others consisted of researchers and
and firewood. Back in olden times, the weave producing island. This is notable foreign surfers. Here we would also like to
leaves were also used as natural clothing from the many proscriptions we must extend our gratitude towards the family of
fiber! Its other uses include material for adhere to when visiting this island. Bapak Mahari, Bapak Rauf and Ibu Sehat
the famous stringed musical instrument In aspects of tourism objects, both Makarim for their hospitality during our
iconic to the area (called ‘sasando’), fans, islands have their own specific assets. We exotic adventure there. ■
ropes, and even cigarette rolls! And its tree must explore on our own and discover Text and photos by Fadil Aziz
stem can be made into central pillars for its unique corners. Several of my own (Alcibbum Photography)
houses. It is also said that when harvests
of other crops fail (the other part of their
diet is comprised of ground nuts), a family
could live on the fermented drink of tuak
or sabu sugar derived from only 2-3 lontar NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR
palms. Such is the endowment of nature
in the multifunctional form of a single palm.
Sawu’s population exceeds that of Timor,
which is notably not as arid.
NUSA TENGGRA TIMUR

KUPANG
NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR
SAWU ISLAND
NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR

CAPITALCORNER
BADUY:
EARTH’S LAST
GUARDIANS
Earth, our home, is suffering.
The temperature is rising, glaciers are
melting, sea levels are rising, and wildlife
is dying as we power up our gadgets of
modernity, releasing heat-trapping gases.
Our forests are now barren because of
irresponsible logging. We live carelessly,
oblivious to the cries of Mother Earth,
all in the name of modernization and
technological advancement.
H
owever, it wasn’t always like this. There was a time when human
beings were at one with nature. We used what we needed, and we did
not exploit. Sadly, as civilization has evolved, the harmony between
humans and nature has been greatly disturbed. Around the world,
scientific findings reveal that the earth is now in a critical situation and
environmentalists urge us to take immediate steps in preserving our
home for the future generations.
The good news is some have been doing this since the day they populated the planet.
One tribe on this archipelago has been relentless in their effort to preserve the earth, and
will continue to do so. They are the Baduy people. Living only a 5 hours drive from Jakarta,
hidden at the feet of Kendeng Mountain, they are one of the few remaining traditional
tribes who are still very much in tune with nature. Their unique customs and religious
beliefs do not allow modernity to infiltrate them in any way. Today, they are still living the
way their ancestors used to live hundreds of years ago, as if trapped in a time capsule. A
fact made even more remarkable by their actual proximity to Jakarta, the capital of excess
and everything modern.
The origin of the Baduy is not perfectly clear. According to the book Baduy Bicara
(Baduy Talks) by Asep Kurnia, one speculation is that the term ‘Baduy’ was a derivation
from the word ‘badawi’ (Bedouin), a tribe of nomads who lived near the Arabian Peninsula.
The Baduy people do have some similarities with the Badawi tribe; they are always active
and on the move and they never cultivate the same field, but close one when they finish
cultivating it and open another in a new area.
The chiefs of the Baduy however, object to this speculation. According to them, Baduy
is the name of the river that runs through the area. They also believe that they are the
direct descendant of the first human on earth and that the spot that they live on is actually
pancer bumi, the center of the earth.
Baduy people sometimes call themselves the Kanekes people because the Indonesian
government named the area that they live in Kanekes. This location of Kanekes is believed
to be the embryo of the earth. Because they are the direct descendants of the first human
on earth and the fact that they live at the center of the earth, it is therefore taboo for the
Baduy people to treat the earth in manners that are deemed disrespectful. In fact, they

The Baduy people believe that
their mission here on earth is to
be the guardians who preserve
the balance of the earth. They
believe that by treating the earth
with utter respect and not violating
its functions, the earth and all its
abundance will bring only benefits
to the people populating it.
have a set of rules that they have lived by from generation to

generation: What is long cannot be cut short, what is short
cannot be lengthened, the mountains cannot be destroyed,
the slopes cannot be harmed, always cut exactly what you
need - no more no less, always peel exactly what you need-
no more no less, say wrong when it’s wrong, say right when
it’s right, no cheating and no lying.
The Baduy people believe that their mission here on
earth is to be the guardians who preserve the balance of
the earth. They believe that by treating the earth with utter
respect and not violating its functions, the earth and all its
abundance will bring only benefits to the people populating
it. To ensure a perfect implementation of their mission, they
divide themselves into two groups, namely the Inner Baduy
(Baduy Dalam) and the Outer Baduy (Baduy Luar). The task
of the Inner Baduy is to preserve their culture and the envi-
ronment, while the task of the Outer Baduy is as protectors
and filters, and to act as Baduy’s ambassador to the outside
world, to show that the Baduy people are also part of the
nation of Indonesia.
And they stay true to their mission in preserving the earth,
in every aspect of their lives. Take farming for example. They
never damage the soil structure by digging too deep. They
merely graze the surface before planting the seeds inside
the holes on the surface of the land. The Baduy people do
not have rice fields because rice fields change the structure
of the land. They have non-irrigated fields instead and their

Photographers and videographers
are not allowed to take any picture
in the Inner Baduy area and also
in some of the Outer Baduy areas.
These pictures taken were among
those exceptions. of tough resilient men who can walk at a
remarkable speed. As a result of this prac-
tice, the air of Baduy is 100% pollution free
and the sky is probably the bluest you’ll
ever see in the densely populated island of
Java – specifically in the province of West
Java with its proximity to the capital city!
The Baduy people are also famous for
their friendliness. Although their customs
do not allow them to be open to assimila-
tion and outside influences, they are by
nature good-hearted people because they
believe in harmony. They welcome any
visitor who comes to the village, providing
a resting place in their patio and the owner
of the house will serve water and fresh
fruits. It is such a simple kindness that will
rekindle your belief in humanity, if you ever
lose it by living in a big and cynical city.
On the other side, to preserve their
values, they do not allow foreign visitors
to stay more than one night in the village.
Photographers and videographers are
not allowed to take any picture in the
farming activities are limited to the slopes of making the surface even by digging Inner Baduy area and also in some of the
of the hills. and flattening the ground, they use pillars Outer Baduy areas. They are not open to
The top of the hill is off limits for farming to support the house from below and the schooling nor are they familiar with writing.
because they have to preserve the vegeta- length of the pillars vary, following the Everything is passed down verbally from
tion. There is one forest known as The contour of the land. generation to generation.
Forbidden Forest (Hutan Larangan) where The same goes for the bridges that they It is simply because they do not want
only certain respected members of the build. Not a single nail is used; instead they other cultures to infiltrate their way of think-
tribe are allowed to enter, and any activity tie the bridge together with palm fibers. ing and corrupt their minds and steer them
in the forest that involves disturbing the That way, they do not ‘harm’ the bamboo away from their original mission, which is
vegetation is strictly forbidden. According used to make the bridge. preserving the earth.
to their belief, the forest is closed because The Baduy people do not allow any Whether or not the Baduy people
it is the Essence of the Universe (Sasaka form of modern transportation to enter really are the direct descendant of the
Domas) and also because it is located in their village, not even the pollution-free first human on earth remains a question.
the South, which is the direction of prayers bicycle. In fact they never even build However, seeing how harmonious their
for the Baduy people, therefore it is con- roads. To get from one village to another relationship is with nature and how they go
sidered holy. However, if we want to look in the Kanekes area you need to hike over to great lengths to carry out their mission,
at it from the environmental point of view, several hills using unforgiving tracks. Even unfazed by the lure of modernization and
it is an undeniable proof that the Baduy for emergencies, such as when somebody the comfort that technology brings despite
people have a deep understanding of the needs to get to a neighboring village for the cost, it is not entirely wrong for us to
concept of conserving the forest. medical attention, no motor transporta- think the Baduy people might indeed be
Another interesting fact is that the tion is allowed when picking up the patient the last guardians of the Planet Earth. ■
Baduy people never flatten the ground. from the village. Those whose physical Text by Patricia Ivana
They never ‘disturb’ the soil. If a house is conditions are not fit for such a strenuous Photos by Josua Alessandro
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BOUNTY BRUNCH
Hotel Borobudur Jakarta caters to parents who want to spend
their weekend with their kids, with its Bogor Café serving Bounty
Brunch every Sunday from 11.30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; a bounty of food
plus games for the children. Hotel Borobudur Jakarta has deployed
its professional staff to guide the children through activities such as
arts and crafts, temporary tattoos, and nail coloring to mention a
few. All activities can be enjoyed for Rp. 188.000++ per adult and
Rp. 100.000++ per child.
Bogor Cafe, Hotel Borobudur Jakarta, Jalan Lapangan
Banteng Selatan, Jakarta, (021) 380-5555
WHOLLY WORTHY
Members of the Executive Committee of Jakarta
International Hotels Association (JIHA) recently presented the
money collected during the JIHA Christmas Charity project
to three worthy charities. A total of Rp. 120 million was
saved by member hotels by not sending the cards, and this
money was presented to the Indonesian Care for Cancer Kids
Foundation that provides children with cancer the best access
to treatment and care, to the Yayasan Citra Baru that helps
children and young people with craniofacial surgery, and to the
Emmanuel Foundation that provides free food and education
for malnourished children and scavenger communities. Visit
www.jakartahotelsassociation.com for further details on the
JIHA and its activities.
www.jakartahotelsassociation.com

ANYTIME, ANYWHERE
Starting this month, Alila Jakarta provides free WiFi
in all of its rooms, enabling guests to easily access the
Internet in all public areas: lobby, meeting rooms and
restaurants. Guests can enjoy this browsing service without
any time and cost limitations. Anytime and anywhere at
Alila Jakarta, guests can access free WiFi and no password
is needed. “It’s plug and play” quotes Evaldo Desfarillo,
Public Relations Manager. Alila Jakarta has 246 rooms
(Deluxe Rooms, Executive Rooms, Executive Suites, Club
Suites, Apartments and Alila Suites) offering comfortable
accommodation packages for business and leisure.
www.alilahotels.com
AKMANI, ANYWHERE
Following the recent opening of its new modern and
minimalist ìTerrazza Biancoî hangout, Akmani Hotel
presents its March promotions for weekends. Rp. 550,000
nett for a Deluxe Room and Rp. 650,000 nett for a Grand
Deluxe. The special rates
apply on Saturdays and
Sundays. Milano Mocktails
are introduced as mocktail of
the month, made up of fresh
orange, strawberry and lychee
with passion fruit syrup at only
Rp. 35,000 nett at the Bel
Piatto Restaurant.
The Akmani Hotel
Jl. Wahid Hasyim 91 Jakarta
13050; (021) 3190-5335
www.akmanihotel.com

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FROM CURRIES TO KEBABS

JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta welcomes diners to come and enjoy the “Spice
Trail”, a spice journey of Marco Polo who travelled throughout Asia and the
world in 1200. The Sailendra Spice Trail presents various styles of curries and
kebabs from March 5-21 at the Sailendra Restaurant. Inspired by Marco Polo’s
journey, the Sailendra Restaurant brings all the spices from around the world
with their all their richness to the buffet array. Assisted by the “Spice Master”
Chef Nawiyo (Sailendra’s very own Indian chef that possesses a wealth of
experience in handling spices) who is well known for his specialty in Indian
cuisine, the extraordinary curries and kebabs can be enjoyed for lunch and
dinner. For reservations, call (021) 5798-8889.
JW Marriott Jakarta,
Jl. Lingkar Mega Kuningan Kav. E.1.2 No. 1& 2, Mega Kuningan, Jakarta
www.marriott.com/jktjw
LANDING SOON
The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and
Cemeti Art House holds ‘Landing Soon #6 - #11’ through March 18
at Erasmus Huis, Jakarta. The three year running artist-in-residence
program by Cemeti Art House in collaboration with Heden, The Hague
has come to an end. This exhibition shows an overview of the results of
the last half of the project with thirteen artists from the Netherlands and
Indonesia (Landing Soon #6 through #11). Participating artists included
Arfan Sabran, Ralph Kaimena, Ellen Rodenberg, Wimo Ambala Bayang,
Maarten Schepers, Urs Pfanenm¸ller, Sigit Bapak, Elizabeth de Vaal,
Beatrix H Kaswara, Cilia Erens, Octora, Rosalie Monod de Froideville,
and Wiyoga Muhardanto. Cemeti Art House, Jl. D.I. Panjaitan 41,
Yogyakarta, (0274) 371-015; www.cemetiarthouse.com
PRIME PLAZA
Prime Plaza Hotels & Resorts
(PPHR) held a social event for its Prime
Plaza New Look 2010 in January at the Q
Smoke House Factory in South Jakarta.
Entering the year 2010, Prime Plaza Hotels
& Resorts added supporting elements to its
corporate identity. Each property comprised
of hotels, suites and resorts has its own
identifying colors of green, blue, orange
and purple; as well as different taglines to
identify each property.
Prime Plaza Hotels & Resorts, Plaza 5
Pondok Indah Blok C no. 16, Jakarta
(0361) 7279-9797

HOTELHIGHLIGHTS
Hard Rock Hotel Bali
Asia’s first Hard Rock Hotel, covering a prime three hectares site
at the heart of Bali’s entertainment and shopping district. This is
the ultimate theme vacation resort with Hard Rock’s signature of
limitless energy, unparalleled creativity and quality service - the
perfect place to Rest, Relax & Rock!
Hard Rock Hotel features 418 tribute rooms and luxury suites,
alongside six cutting edge food and beverage outlets. A paradise
for couples, families and singles.
Situated at Bali’s famous shopping and entertainment district,

Kuta, just 10 minutes drive from Bali airport, you’ll find that the Hard
Rock Hotel offers more than just comfortable accommodation, it
also blends tropical majesty with today’s modern luxury.
Jl. Pantai, Banjar Pandai Mas, Kuta

Tel: (0361) 761-869
E-mail: rock@hardrockhotels.net
Website: www.hardrockhotels.net
Pool Villa Club Sanur Beach Bali

The Pool Villa Club at Sanur Beach Bali offers luxurious one-bedroom
ocean view villas with direct beach access.
Each villa with private terrace and its own 11m private pool also
comes with a majestic bed, living and dining areas and expansive
gardens with gazebo. The villas have fully equipped kitchens with
breakfast bar, a spacious bathroom with Jacuzzi and walk-in
wardrobes. Guests may take the option of dining at the gazebo
while enjoying the beach and the ocean. Personal butlers provide
personalized services. A perfect place for couples, families or to
entertain friends.
Sanur Beach Bali also features 426 rooms and suites, 2 large pools,
a choice of restaurants and bars.
Jl. Danau Tamblingan, Sanur 80228

Bali, Indonesia
Ph: +62 361 288011 Fax: +62 361 287566
reservation@sanurbeach.aerowisata.com
www.sanurbeach.aerowisata.com
The Patra Bali Resort & Villas

The Patra Bali Resort & Villas is an 11 hectare five star resort
in Tuban, offering one of the largest guestrooms in Kuta. All
decorated in traditional Balinese style with exquisite wooden
furnishings overlooking exotic tropical landscapes. The hotel has
a warm and peaceful atmosphere and is ideal for total relaxation!
The Resort has 206 rooms and suites, all beautifully appointed,
with marble bathrooms and five-star amenities. There is a huge
swimming pool right by the sea. The 22 Villas are a semi-boutique
concept, giving extra privacy and luxury for families or couples.
Many have private plunge pools, and they’ve all 24-hour butler
service. Villa guests have their own huge seaside swimming pool
and exclusive use of the Floating Heritage Lounge. The hotel offers
more facilities like 4 restaurants, convention centers, a Kids club,
Spa & Health club, a Beach Bar and free shuttle service to Kuta.
Jl. Ir. H. Juanda, South Kuta Beach, Kuta
Tel : ( 0361 ) 751-161 The location is ideal, a huge landscaped property on South Kuta
Fax: (0361) 752-030 Beach, directly on the Indian Ocean and next to the international
reservation.bali@patra-jasa.com airport. A 5-minute drive north brings you to the heart of Kuta’s
www.patrabali.com shopping district.
The Dreamland Luxury Villas & Spa

The Dreamland Luxury Villas & Spa is a new destination for those
who want to experience the atmosphere of first class service with
state of the art facilities. 42 Private Pool Villas are available with
different categories; 1 bedroom suite villa, 2 and 3 bedroom family
villas to meet every guest’s dream.
Main pool, Terrace Restaurant, Sunset Bar, Dreamland Beach

Shuttle, Kuta Shuttle, Dream Spa Center, Free Internet at Business
Centre, Gift Shop, Pool Bar, and spacious parking area. Each Villa
Features: Fully air-conditioned, in-room personal safe, 29” flat
color television with international TV Channel, IDD Telephone, Mini
bar, Jacuzzi, DVD player, original imported latex mattress, shower
jet massage, imported bathtub with hot and cold running water,
private plunge pool and Balinese gazebo.
Jl. Raya Uluwatu, Br. Bakung Sari,
Ungasan, South Kuta, Bali In the Ungasan village, high on the southernmost peninsula of the
Tel. (0361) 708 199; Fax. (3361) 708 168 island of Bali. Ten minutes to Dreamland beach, from your villa by
E-mail: reservation@dreamland-villa.com our free shuttle service.
sales@dreamland-villa.com
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EMBRACING
NATURE’S POEM
Ganesha Gallery presents an exhibition
featuring the works of Nyoman Sujana Kenyem
through April 5. Born in Ubud, Kenyem belongs
to a small circle of contemporary artists whose
work, while modern in spirit and execution, still
retains the lyricism of traditional art. Notably he
is one of the most prominent members of a new
generation of artists who chose to study in the
late 1990s in the newly opened Balinese branch
of the Indonesian art academy (STSI) rather than
in Yogyakarta or Bandung. Since his appearance
on the scene in the 1990s, Kenyem has won
INTERNATIONAL YOGA FESTIVAL praise for the poetic beauty of his canvasses. The
subject of each of his images, mirrored in titles
The Bali-India Foundation will hold another round of the like ‘Touch’, ‘Smile’ and ‘Nostalgia’ are inevitably
International Yoga Festival that will be joined by some 1,500 Yogis highly personal visualizations of emotions.
from all over the world. The second international yoga event will be Ganesha Gallery, Four Seasons Resort Bali at
held from March 3-10, and the chairman of the Bali-India Foundation Jimbaran Bay, (0361) 701-010
Dr. Somvir stated that half of the 1,500 participants would come from www.fourseasons.com/jimbaranbay
India, European countries, the USA, and Asian regions. The other half
of the participants will consist of yoga lovers and yoga development
center managers from various places in Indonesia. The annual yoga
event will be themed “Yoga and Global Warming Issues”. Dr. Somvir
mentioned that participants from foreign countries like India, Germany
and Singapore had confirmed their participation and each country
would send some 50 participants. All of the International Yoga Festival
will take place in North Bali at the Markandeya Yoga City Banjar
Gunung Sari, Tegal Linggah village, Sukasada sub-district, Buleleng
district, about 80 km north of Denpasar. The location is a village that
is surrounded by hills and becomes a historic village for Hindu and
Islamic development. The second Bali-India International Yoga Festival
is expected exceed the success of first event that involved some 1,000
participants in March of 2009 in Denpasar.
Bali India Foundation, Jl. Dr. Muwardi No. 3, Denpasar
(0361) 224-299; www.yogabaliindia.com
SOLO AND GROUP

Tony Raka Gallery iwill be holding two exhibitions this month,
a solo and a group exhibition. “Nowhere Else,” a solo exhibition by
Samarpan, is being held from March 5 to April 5. Samarpan has
created abstract compositions that radiate in intense color and
present a vivid world, a cosmos of color. His paintings hold all the
mystery of the changing light in a stained glass window. “Return
to the Abstraction” is an exhibition of at least 25 painters held from
March 18 to April 10. The Balinese artists’ awareness of space and
composition exist through the tradition or pre-modern works to
the present. The presentation of their works represents symbolic
values, as well as metaphor. Through this exhibition, the concepts
and ideas of Balinese abstract painting will be traced.
Tony Raka Art Gallery, Jl. Raya Mas No. 86 Mas, Ubud
(0361) 781-6785; www.tonyrakaartgallery.com

HOTELHIGHLIGHTS
Bali Masari Villas & Spa
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.
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
Jl. Pantai Purnama, large central living area and a pull out sofa double bed.
Banjar Gelumpang, Sukawati, Gianyar
Tel: (0361) 290-029 The 1.6 hectare resort is situated near the Sukawati village
Fax: (0361) 290-050 in the Gianyar Regency. 45 minutes drive from the Ngurah Rai
E-mail: reservations@balimasarivillas.com International Airport, 30 minutes from Ubud, 20 minutes from
Website: www.balimasarivillas.com Sanur. Shopping and art markets are nearby in Sukawati.
Mentari Sanur Hotel

The Mentari Sanur Hotel is tucked away down a small side street
just off Jalan Hangtuah at the northern end off Sanur, Bali’s most
enchanted village. Shaded by frangipani trees, this two-storey 28
rooms hotel offers the ideal combination of modern facilities and
a charming Balinese atmosphere with family style hospitality and
service.
A large luxury private swimming pool is the right place for you
to pamper your self and relax in a privacy atmosphere under a
warm tropical sun. Tunjung Restaurant offers a combination of
continental and traditional Balinese dining, cozy lounge is the area
where you can sit down, relax, and bar will serves you varieties of
drinks. Free exclusive broadband internet access.
Located in a tranquil coastal village of Sanur make the Mentari Sanur

Hotel is situated in an ideal location with immediate access to the
Jl. Hangtuah III No.3, Sanur, main highway and just minutes from many great tourist activities and
Tel: (0361) 283-286, Fax: (0361) 283-017 attraction, 25 minutes drive to the Ngurah Rai International Airport, 20
E-mail: sales@mentarisanur.com minutes drive to Kuta Beach, 5 minutes drive to the Sanur shopping
Website: www.mentarisanur.com area, 10 minutes drive to Denpasar and 30 minutes to Ubud.
Maxi Hotel & Spa

The Maxi Hotel & Spa is situated in the heart of Bali’s shopping and
nightlife district. Centrally located, the property offers an ideal base
for visitors wishing to explore Bali while keeping all the island’s best
shops, bars, restaurants and beaches within easy walking distance.
Hotel facilities and services include restaurant, bar, meeting room,

massage and spa, room service, swimming pool with Jacuzzi,
children’s pool, laundry and dry cleaning service, airport pickup and
transfer, snack bar, tour desk, doctor on call, free car park, baby
sitter upon request, broadband internet connection, major credit
cards accepted, individually controlled air-conditioning, local and
IDD telephone, satellite TV, daily mineral water, private bathroom
with bathtub and shower, mini bar, personal electronic safe deposit,
tea & coffee maker. The balcony overlooking the swimming pool
and landscaped tropical garden offers a private area for relaxing.
Jl. Legian 83A, Legian The hotel is less than 15 minutes from Ngurah Rai International
Tel: (0361) 754-082Fax: (0361) 750-792 Airport; 20 minutes drive to Denpasar, 30 minutes from Sanur,
E-mail: info@maxi-hotel.com Nusa Dua and within 45 minutes drive to the artistic centre of
Website: www.maxi-hotel.com Ubud and about 350 meters from Bali’s famous Kuta Beach.
The Haven Hotel

Pioneering three in one concept, hotel, suites and villas located
in the heart of hippest Seminyak Area. Famous area for clubs,
boutiques and restaurants. Walking distance to beaches. With
perfect concept “Naturally Elegant” post Perfect palace for
honeymooners, party goers and fashionista.
96 hotel rooms, 60 spacious suites, 7 villas with private pool in

each, function and meeting rooms, Three Main swimming pools,
Atma Spa, SABEEN Healthy Restaurant, Gym, Library, Tirta Pool
bar, butler services, Limousine service, LCD TV’s, Broadband
Internet connection.
Jl. Raya Seminyak 500 – Bali Honeymoon package, Meeting package, Bed and breakfast
Tel: (0361) 738-001 package and Photo-shoot wedding Package.
The Haven Suites & Villas
Gg. Raja, Jalan Double Six – Seminyak - Bali 15 Minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport, walking distance
Tel: (0361) 738-001, Fax: (0361) 738-002 to beaches, Shopping area, and Boutiques.
Sales: (0361) 738-008
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Website: www.thehavenbali.com
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BANDE DESSINÉE
An exposition will be held to commemorate 100
years since France’s first Bande Dessinée or comics,
entitled Exposition: 100 years of French Comics.
The expo will exhibit 35 original art paper collections
issued by the International Association for Comics
and Drawings. These collections will take you back
to times when history spoke about the phases of art,
recognized world-wide for its uniqueness in France,
Europe, and all parts of the world. Just to mention,
some of the collections are from Caran D’ache – a
surprisingly modern practitioner for mute story telling
until art collections from Nicolas de Crécy – with
its impressive technique mastering, a creation well
known for more than a century in countries like
France and Belgium. The exhibition will take place in
Alliance Française Denpasar, through March 31.
Alliance Française de Denpasar,
Jl. Raya Puputan I, No. 13A, Denpasar
(0361) 234-143; www.afdenpasar.org
BALI FROM BEYOND

Hanna Artspace hosts the painting
exhibition “Bali from Beyond” through April 8.
This event will visualize the expression of the
expatriate artists during their stay in Bali. The
artists presented are Arie Smitt (Holland), Han
Snel (Holland), Rudolf Bonnet (Holland), Marc
Jurt (Switzerland), Pieter Deiman (Holland),
Shant F. Clergue (France), Emilie Pauline
Sermet (France), Razcel Jan LS (Philippines),
Anja Zwanenburg , Margareta (Norway),
SPONTANEOUS Patrick Okorokoff (France), and more.
GLAZING Hanna Artspace

Jln. Raya Pengosekan, Ubud
This workshop at Gaya will explore the (0361) 978-216
kiss of flame and the natural glaze effects www.hannaartspace.blogspot.com
of atmospheric wood firing in Gaya CAC’s
new anagama (Japanese-style wood kiln),
with wood fire specialist Dave Hanley.
Participants will experiment with the
variables of clay bodies and flashing slips,
surface texture and vessel shape as design
FOOD, HOTEL, TOURISM
factors influencing the subtle and dramatic The 7th International Exhibition for Equipment,
effects of a natural ash surface. Instructors Food, Beverages and Services to support Indonesia’s
Dave Hanley and Hillary Kane provide tourism and hospitality industries is being held this
courses at the workshop through April 3. month at the Bali International Convention Center from
Gaya Ceramic Arts Center, Jl. Raya March 11-13. Also, Food, Hotel & Tourism Bali will once
Sayan, Ubud,(0361) 745-1413 again be held alongside the famous Salon Culinaire,
www.gayafusion.com/ceramic organized by the Bali Culinary Professionals. Bali’s best
young chefs will once again test their culinary expertise
in an exciting mix of competitions.
www.fhtbali.com

SEE&SEEN
TWISTED N’ SHOUTED
Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel & Villas once again achieved
great success in holding a travel agents appreciation event at The
Kharisma Ballroom recently with the theme ‘Let’s Twist and Shout’. The
dinner and extravagant event was attended by over 300 representatives
from travel agents, airlines and the media. During the evening, there
were awards presented to the top 10 agents based on production
during the year 2009. All of the hotel’s management and staff who were
involved in this memorable occasion were dressed in 1960s costumes.
Discovery Kartika Plaza Jl. Kartika Plaza, South Kuta
(0361) 751-067
GODSPEED
Participants of the Australia Indonesia Youth Exchange
Program (AIYEP) 2009-10 performed the Tari Saman dance at
the farewell ceremony held by the Australian Ambassador for
Indonesia, Bill Farmer, in February in Jakarta. AIYEP is an annual
exchange program that has played an important role in increasing
mutual understanding between the two nations.
Australian Embassy, Jakarta, (021) 2550-5490
GATHERED
Ramada Camakila held a gathering for
media and agents in February. In this gathering,
the participants came gradually. Nine members
representing the media came on February 16 while
the other batch came the following day. Ramada
Camakila had opened and operated since mid
2009. Opening ceremonies and such are yet to
be scheduled. Ramada served a cocktail party
followed by a six course dinner on the evenings.
Ramada Resort Camakila Bali, Jalan Pura
Bagus Teruna, Seminyak, (0361) 752- 877
www.ramadaresortcamakila.com
UP A BAR
The Laguna, a Luxury Collection
FIGURES MEET Resort & Spa in Nusa Dua held a
The island’s tourism figures gathered at the Malaspas inauguration blessing
Bali Governor’s office in a day seminar, which ceremony for its Kul Kul Bar following
presented topics on Bali’s tourism in the last 5 its recent renovation on February 17,
years and tried to find an ideal formulation for coinciding with the temple anniversary
2010. Speakers at the seminar were Wayan of the hotel’s main temple.
Geriya (Balinese anthropologist), I.B. Subiksu The Laguna, a Luxury Collection
(head of the Bali Tourism Office), Ngurah Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali
Wijaya (head of the Bali Tourism Board) and (0361) 771-327
the Director of the Bali Tourism Police. www.luxurycollection.com/bali
SEE&SEEN
RED COCKTAIL
In conjunction with the Chinese New Year
celebrations, Kota Bukit Indah Plaza Hotel hosted its
long stay guests and recreational club members to a
management cocktail party. Around 50 invitees were
treated to an attractive and interactive Lion Dance
performance. Red ‘Ang Pao’ packets were passed
around in Chinese New Year tradition.
Kota Bukit Indah Plaza Hotel, Blok L, Kota Bukit
Indah, Purwakarta, (0264) 351-888
www.primeplazahotels.com
IN APPRECIATION
Kayumanis Group’s recent appreciation
party acknowledged the outstanding support
of travel agents and media representatives
over the past year. The event took place at
Kayumanis Jimbaran. A series of awards
to the best supporters within each travel
market category for 2009 was the highlight
of the event.
www.kayumanis.com
SMILING KIDS
Amidst the Valentine’s Day
celebrations, around 40 orphan
children from the Anugerah
orphanage were treated to a
Parent-For-A-Day event held by JP
Production, The Blado Showbiz,
KKMK and the Sahaja community.
The orphans and their parent-for-a-
day went on a fun and happy tour to
the Bali Zoo Park, the Bali Bird Park,
several shopping malls, the beach
and to bookstores. For further
information, contact Grace
Jeanie, 081-735-1312.
CHINA GIRL
VALENTINE’S
Hard Rock Hotel Bali, the leading
entertainment hotel in Bali, celebrated Valentine’s
Day and Chinese New Year in ‘rockin’ style, with
HAPPY TUNES DJ MARATHON
a ‘China Girl Party’ at Centerstage on February Le Méridien Nirwana Golf & Spa A DJ Marathon and contemporary
14. Centerstage was decorated in red flowers Resort had pianist David Harrington art event on February 26 raised
and lampions. D’Munk Band started warming entertaining adults and kids, performing money for the “I’m An Angel” charity.
the crowd of more than 300 people at 8.30 some of his best music through a charity Thousands of dollars are raised each
pm, followed by Chun Lee Trolley Dolly, David piano concert for Starwood’s Anak Bintang year for the charity, which undertakes
Bowie China Girl Dance Show, Pink Madame children’s campaign at the resort’s Sunset a wide range of worthy activities
Butterfly Go Go and Stiltwalker show and Chun Lounge in mid February. in Bali from healthcare to hygiene,
Lee Dance Show. Hard Rock Hotel Bali, Jalan Le Meridien Nirwana Golf & Spa Resort infrastructure-building to education,
Pantai, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta Bali, Jalan Raya Tanah Lot, and environmental awareness.
(0361) 761-869; www.hardrockhotels.net (0361) 815-900; www.lemeridien.com/bali www.kudeta.net
SKAL INTERNATIONAL BALI
An International Association of Travel and Tourism Professionals
Doing Business Among Friends
CELEBRATORY AGM AND LUNCH IN SANUR

February 5 a celebratory annual General meeting took place in the new Negara
conference facilities of the Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel. Members took stock of a
very successful 2009 and elected officers for a promising new year of Skal activity
in 2010. Following the AGM 73 members and guests adjourned to the newly
renovated Sanur Harum Restaurant for a hearty lunch of Crustacean Bisque
scented with cognac and garlic croutons, Herbal Crusted Salmon Fillet, Potato
mash, snow peas, sautéed kailan, dried plum tomato, in a forest mushroom jus
perfumed with mustard seeds. Dessert was a scrumptious Berries and White
Chocolate Mousse Fruit ragout, orange sherbet on layered cinnamon cake.
COMING EVENTS AT
THE BEST VENUES IN BALI
The 150 members of Skal Bali meet
monthly for a great meal, fellowship, fun,
networking and an opportunity to bond
and get to know industry colleagues.
On the calendar 2010 are:
March 5 – Holiday Inn Resort Baruna

Bali – Tuban
April 9 – The St.Regis Bali Resort
– Nusa Dua
May 7 – Nikko Bali Resort and Spa
– Nusa Dua
June 4 – Ma Joly – Tuban
July 2 – Tao - Tanjung Benoa
ABOUT SKAL AND SKAL BALI

Skal International, founded in Paris in 1934, is the World’s largest travel
and tourism organization with over 20,000 members in 500 clubs in 90
countries. Members are 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: gede@skalbali.com
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INFOINDEX
AIRLINES Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: 286-406 fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. ■ MUSEUM LE MAYEUR:
E-mail: consul @dps.centrin.net.id Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur.
■ AIRPORT OPERATOR: required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday.
Tel: (0361) 751-011 ■ GERMANY: Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Sanur easily become infected in the tropics. Treat
Tel: (0361) 288-535; Fax: 288-826 them immediately. ■ MUSEUM MANUSA YADNYA:
■ CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS: Email: dtkonsbali@denpasar.wasantara.net.id Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel Mengwi, open daily, but often unattended.
Wisthi Sabha Building, 2nd Floor fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except
Ngurah Rai International Aiprort ■ HUNGARY: at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants ■ MUSEUM NEKA: Tel: (0361) 975-074,
Call Centre: 0804-1-888888 Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. is safe. Protect yourself from the intense 975-034, Jl. Raya Campuan, Ubud
Tel: (0361) 287-701 Fax: 287-456 equatorial sun. Use high SPF sunblock and open daily 9 am - 5 pm.
■ CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA: Email: cristofoli@denpasar.wasantara.net.id a hat.
Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: 768-369 AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases ■ MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN:
■ ITALY: Lotus Enterprises Building are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud
■ ROYAL BRUNEI: Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran have multiple partners from around the world. Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com
Tel: (0361) 757-292 Tel: (0361) 701-005 They are not checked for sexually transmitted
E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, ■ MUSEUM RUDANA:
■ SINGAPORE AIRLINES: available over the counter at pharmacies. Tel: (0361) 975-779,
Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport ■ JAPAN: Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud.
Tel: (0361) 768-388, Fax: 768-383 Tel: (0361) 227-628; Fax: 265-066 HOSPITAL
■ MUSEUM SUBAK: Tel: (0361) 810-315,
■ GARUDA: Jl. Jalan Sugianyar 5 Denpasar ■ MEXICO: PT Puri Astina Putra Building ■ MEDICAL EVACUATIONS: Jl. Raya Kediri, Desa Sanggulan, Tabanan.
Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: 226-298 Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon Contact your consulate.
24-hour access: 08071-807-807 Tel: (0361) 223-266 TELECOM-
E-mail: yudhara@astinatravel.com ■ BIMC HOSPITAL: MUNICATIONS
■ MERPATI: Jl. Melati No. 51, Denpasar Provides medical attention for emergencies and
Tel: (0361) 235-358 ■ NETHERLANDS: KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta evacuations. Jl. Ngurah Rai 100X, at the Kuta- ■ CELLULAR SERVICES
Airport Tel: (0361) 751-011, ext. 5240/5242 127, KutaTel: (0361) 751-517, Fax: 752-777 Sanur-Nusa Dua roundabout. Indonesia applies GSM (Global Services
Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741 E-mail: purwa@denpasar.wasantara.net.id Tel: (0361) 761-263. for Mobiles). You can purchase prepaid
calling cards at lower cost than calling on your
■ MANDALA AIRLINES: Komp. Plaza ■ NORWAY & DENMARK: Mimpi Resorts, ■ INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC: home card. Major Service Providers
Kertawijaya, Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar Jimbaran, Tel: (0361) 701070 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, are Telkomsel, Satelindo, Pro XL and
Reservation Call center 08041234567 E-mail: mimpi@mimpi.com medical evacuation, multilingual staff. Indosat. Look for kiosks and outlet signs or
Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361. banners with product variants and
■ NGURAH RAI AIRPORT: ■ SLOVAKIA: Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: 710-515. brand markings.
Tel/Fax: (0361) 759-761 Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118
Tel: (0361) 426171; Fax: 426-477 ■ RUMAH SAKIT UMUM PUSAT ■ TELKOMSEL
■ THAI INTERNATIONAL: Grand Bali Beach E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com SANGLAH (General Hospital): Jl. Diponegoro, The major GSM provider, Telkomsel, is
Sanur, Tel: (0361) 288-141 Sanglah, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 227-911/15. reputed to have the widest national coverage
■ SPAIN: Jl.Raya Sanggingan, Br. Lungsiakan area, minimizing connection and signal relay
■ QATAR AIRWAYS: Kedewatan, Ubud. Tel: (0361) 975-736 ■ KASIH IBU HOSPITAL: (Private Hospital) inconvenience.
Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach Fax: 975-726; E-mail: rabik@indo.net.id 24-hour emergency traumatology unit, maternity Graha Telkomsel, Jl. Diponegoro 134
Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788. center, complete facilities and a full list of Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 228-811.
Wisti Sabha Building, 2nd Floor, Ngurah Rai ■ SWEDEN & FINLAND: specialists, Jl. Teuku Umar 120, Denpasar.
International Aiprort, Tel: (0361) 760-274 Jl. Segara Ayu (Segara Village Hotel) Tel: (0361) 223-036; Fax: 238-690 TOURIST
Fax: 760-275 Tel: (0361) 288-407, Fax: 287-242 Email: marketing@kasihibu.co.id INFORMATION
E-mail: segara1@denpasar.wasantara.net.id www.kasihibu.co.id
■ DEPARTURE ■ INTEGRATED TOURISM
Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. ■ SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA: MUSEUMS INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC)
A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No 12, Kuta A one-stop tourist information complex of
required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 30,000. Tel: (0361) 751-735, Fax: 754-457 ■ ABIAN KAPAS: Tel: (0361) 227-176 ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali,
Residents pay an additional Rp. 2.5 million E-mail: swisscon@telkom.net East Denpasar. Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central
Fiscal tax for international departures, whereas Java, East Java, Jogjakarta.
holders of official tax registration (NPWP) ■ UNITED STATES: Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, ■ AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART (ARMA): Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361
numbers are Fiscal tax-exempt. Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 233-605 Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229. Tel: (0361) 766-188
Ngurah Rai Intíl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm.
■ NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL
CONSULATES HEALTH & ■ ANTONIO BLANCO: Tel: (0361) 975-502, AIRPORT: Tel: (0361) 751-011
MEDICAL 975-551, Ubud, open daily 8 am-5 pm.
■ AUSTRALIA, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND: ■ BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM
Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a ■ ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM: OFFICE: Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta
Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: 221-195 lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Tel: (0361) 942-352, Pejeng. Open 8 am - 3 Tel: (0361) 756-175/76
E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. pm weekdays.
www.dfat.gov.au For “Bali Belly”, Lomotil and Imodium ■ BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE:
eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related ■ GEDONG KIRTYA HISTORICAL Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar
■ BRITAIN: Jl. Mertasari 2, Sanur, Denpasar infections. A fever along with symptoms LIBRARY: Tel: (0362) 25141, Jl. Veteran, Tel: (0361) 222-387
80227. Tel: (0361) 270-601 Fax: 270-570 requires doctor-prescribed antibiotics. Singaraja. Open 7am - 3pm Monday - Thursday,
E-mail: tamarin@dps.centrin.net.id Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic until Fridaynoon, closed on weekends. ■ SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION
drinks under various brand names are widely OFFICE: Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja
■ CZECH REPUBLIC: Jl. Pengembak 17 available and are known to replenish body ■ GALLERY SENIWATI: Jl. Ubud Raya, Tel: (0362) 251-41
Sanur. Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: 286-408 hydration and replace fluids. For discomfort, Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485
E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; ■ UBUD TOURIST INFORMATION
avoid fruits and spicy foods. ■ MUSEUM BALI: Tel: (0361) 235-059, SERVICE: Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar
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