Archive for August, 2007
Guests to the paradise island of Bali can indulge in not only award-winning service and spa treatments at The Ritz-Carlton, Resort & Spa, but also savor some of the island’s best dining experiences.
Recently voted the best in service in Asia, and second best in the entire world by the readers of Travel + Leisure, in its June 2007 issue, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali Resort & Spa is an iconic destination of this beautiful tropical island; the epitome of the best in international standards of luxury and indulgence, accented by the charming traditions and beauty of Balinese landscape and the sparkling Indian Ocean.
The 78 luxury oceanfront and ocean view private villas, 219 guest rooms and 71 Club rooms and suites comprise the resort’s 368-room total accommodations, on sprawling 77 hectares of verdant tropical greenery. The integration of Balinese architectural elements with the sleek sophistication of contemporary design brings understated luxury to new levels, as guests can enjoy the generously-proportioned windows and doors which bring the beauty and serenity of the lushly-landscaped gardens into the villas themselves.
The much-sought after luxury villas feature high-speed wireless Internet connection, Bose i-Pod docking stations, as well as DVD players and two 42-inch plasma TVs. Bringing the best of Bali together with international standards of quality and service, the award-winning Thalasso & Spa are highlights of a stay in Bali. Guests can choose between European seawater therapies and traditional Balinese health, rejuvenation and beauty treatments.
The multi-award winning spa has one of the world’s largest Aquatonic seawater pools, state-of-the-art hydrotherapy treatment rooms and spacious private villas for indulgent treatments for couples, as well as a beauty salon offering the latest in hair and nail treatments and services.
The first-of-its-kind, Spa on the Rocks is a must-try for spa aficionados who seek new and unusual ways of pampering body and soul. This extraordinary facility is located below the resort’s towering cliff face, and is nestled within natural rock formations that stretch out to the Indian Ocean.
Ingeniously created to give an illusion of being suspended over the ocean, two air-conditioned treatment villas offer guests the distinctive fragrance of fresh and bracing sea breezes to work their magic. Guests can enjoy not only the stunning views, but also experience the ocean’s presence as the waves provide an accompanying rhythm to their sensory experience at Spa on the Rocks.
In keeping with the resort’s philosophy of proving the highest-quality service and experiences, guests can opt to indulge in 2.5 hour Diamond Miracle treatment at this breath-taking spa, which includes a facial using luxurious Crème de la Mer products, and a bath will the petals of over 500 roses.
Gourmands will appreciate the 12 restaurants and lounges that offer the finest selection of Modern Asian, Thai, Italian, Japanese, seafood and international cuisine. Of particular note is Dava, ranked in Conde Nast Traveller Hot List Tables, is a contemporary restaurant that offers spectacular Indian Ocean views from its elevated position on the western section of the resort. Laid out to resemble a lotus flower surrounded by soothing water features and pools, it offers Modern Asian cuisine, coupled with wines from its expansive, well-stocked cellar.
Those seeking the ultimate in indulgent dining, can opt for a customized romantic sunset dinner for two at the end of the jetty, showcasing a special menu with wine pairings and the attentive service of a dedicated waiter.
Facilities at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali Resort & Spa include a secluded beach, four freshwater swimming pools with waterfall, the seawater Ocean Beach Pool with butlers bearing personalized iPods for guests’ enjoyment, and a separate children’s swimming pool with waterslides.
Also available are an 18-hole golf putting course, three floodlit tennis courts, fully-equipped gymnasium and aerobics studio, mountain bikes and cycle/jogging track, seven boutique shops, five Cliffside wedding venues and two purpose-built bridal villas. The Ritz-Kids Functions and Gallery space, Executive Business Center, and resort wide WiFi Internet are also available.
Source: http://www.indiainfoline.com/
August 31st, 2007
The Bali Tourism Development Corporation (BTDC) proudly present our new festival theme for this year entitled ‘Nusa Dua Fiesta 2007’, which will be held from 18th until 21st October 2007 at Peninsula Island - Nusa Dua, otherwise known as The Garden of Hope.
The Peninsula, with its 5 hectare landscape and unparalleled views over the Indian Ocean, is an excellent venue choice. Tourists will have the opportunity enjoy the dynamic ambience of this annual festival in tropical surroundings. This exclusive four days event will be celebrated with a comprehensive range of activities including culture, fashion, food, arts, sports, music and exhibitions. Designed for to appeal to an audience of all ages, Fiesta 2007 will present some of the finest traditional performances from Bali as well as other provinces across the Indonesian archipelago. The event will also showcase the talents of renowned Balinese musicians such as Balawan & Batuan Etnik, a guitarist who plays with the group a repertoire of ethnic inspired music.
“Besides demonstrating what the Nusa Dua has to offer, we would also like to take the opportunity to promote Bali to the world. The inaugural Nusa Dua Festival was first held in 1996 and over the ensuring years we have aspired to create different themes so that tourists can experience something unique at every event,” comments Ir. I Made Mandra, President Director of the BTDC. This year BTDC has taken the initiative to revamp the image of the Nusa Dua Festival and re-brand it under the name of the ‘Nusa Dua Fiesta 2007’, which essentially is a reflection of the lifestyle of this charming.
Nusa Dua is well-known as a luxurious tourist area that is composed of several international brand hotels including Club Med, Bali Desa Suite Nusa Dua, Kayu Manis Private Villas & Spa, Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa, The Westin Resort, The Laguna Resort & Spa, Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort, Grand Hyatt Bali, Inna Putri Bali Hotel Resort & Spa, Ayodya Resort Bali, Novotel Nusa Dua Hotel & Residence, Swiss Grand Bali Hotel, Amanusa, Bali Golf & Country Club, Bali Collection & Entertainment Complex, Bali Lawn Bowling, Matsuri Restaurant, Victus Life, Museum Pasifika, Bali Eye are set within 300 hectares of magnificent tropical landscape complete with an 18-hole championship golf course and other exclusive facilities.
The luxurious Nusa Dua Resorts has been managed since 1973 by the BTDC; a state owned enterprise body with a progressive vision towards the development of tourism.
For almost 34 years, BTDC has achieved a number of honours such as Kalpataru in 1999, and was voted by Investor Magazine as the Best State Owned Enterprise Initiative in 2005 for the trade and service category. In addition, as a destination that attracts large numbers of international travellers on an annual basis, BTDC has also achieved Green Globe 21 Certification for its endeavours to preserve the environment, social and culture recognition by Bali’s Tri Hita Karana Foundation and acknowledgement for the high level of security enforcement within the area.
- EXHIBITION
- Province Exhibition
Program : A program to exposed the potential of Indonesia Tourism Product, for example: Agro business, Handicraft and gift, Garment & Textile, Traditional Snack Tourism Services, Accessories, Interior Product, Leather Product, and Micro Product as well.
Implementation : During the Nusa Dua Fiesta Event, Starting date from 18 – 21 October 2007.
Participant : Company, Hotel, Province and Partners
Detail : Total Exhibition Booth is 100 booths
- Fiesta Food Court
Program : Fiesta food court will be held in Bali Collection , it sells food and drink to the visitor of Nusa Dua Fiesta.
Implementation : During Fiesta, 18th October – 21st October 2007
Start from 12.00 – 17.00
In Bali Collection
Participant : All tenants of Bali Collection,
Details : The Food Courts are equipped and organize by Bali Collection.
- Boutique Sales
Program : Fiesta Boutique Sales will be held in Bali Collection, it sells clothes, accessories and etc.
Implementation : During Fiesta, 18th October – 21st October 2007
Start from 12.00 – 17.00
In Bali Collection
Participant : All tenants of Bali Collection.
Details : The Boutique Sales are equipped and organize by Bali Collection.
- CULTURAL EVENT
- Parade Fiesta 2007
Program : A performance describes a lifestyle of Nusa Dua, Contain the development of modern culture and traditional culture fusion to support in progressing Bali Tourism. The theme of this parade is Miss Fiesta 2007 Lifestyle in Nusa Dua.
Sub-Program : Miss FIESTA feature in Parade
Implementation : First day of FIESTA - Thursday 18th October 2007.
Start from BTDC at 15.30 and finish in Peninsula at 19.00.
Estimated time for the parade is 3,5 hours.
Participant : Min 50 people per team (Company, School, Province, Hotel, and Traditional) with expected number 1.500 – 2000 people.
Detail : Distance for the parade approximately 1,5 km and the parade will be Colourful
- Traditional & Contemporary Performances
Program : An entertainment program to exposed The Culture of Indonesia, in terms of Dance, theatre, traditional Music performance and etc.
Implementation : During the Nusa Dua Fiesta Event, start from 18 – 21 October 2007.
The performances are In Peninsula Island and Bali Collection .
Participant : From the Provinces in Indonesia
Detail : Total Exhibition Booth is 100 booths
- SPORT & GAMES COMPETITION
- Hole In One Competition
Program : Is a Hole in Competition in 50, 80, and 100 meter
Implementation : Thursday 18th – 21st October 2007
In Daytime
The venue is in Peninsula Island
Participant : Public
- Fiesta Olympic Day
Program : Fiesta Olympic Day is fun games & Sport competition for example: swimming, running, etc
Implementation : 20th October 2007
Start on 15.00 – 17.00
In Peninsula
Participant : Team from Hotel, Company, School and Partners
Details : This is a Fun activity and entertaining Program
- Hotel Cooking Competition
Program : A cooking competition between all the chefs in Nusa Dua Hotel
Implementation : Second day of FIESTA 19th October 2007
Start from 12.00 – 13.00
In FIESTA Village stage 1 - Peninsula
Participant : Chef in Nusa Dua Hotel
- Eating Competition
Program : Eating Competition, example: sate or hotdog.
Implementation : Second day of FIESTA 19th October 2007
Start from 12.00 – 14.00
In FIESTA Village stage 1
Participant : Open for Public
Details : Fun and entertaining Program
- Beach Volley Ball Competition
Program : A Beach Volley Ball competition between all staff of the Hotel in Nusa Dua
Implementation : Second day of FIESTA 19th October 2007
Start from 15.00 – 17.00
In Peninsula – Soccer Field
Participant : Team from Hotel, Company, School and Partners
Details : Fun and entertaining Program
- FRUIT & ICE CARVING COMPETITION
Program : A fruit & Ice carving competition between chefs in Nusa Dua
Hotel and between School
Implementation : Second day of FIESTA 19th October 2007
Start from 13.00 – 14.00
In FIESTA Village stage 1
Participant : Chef in Nusa Dua Hotel and School
Details : Fun and entertaining Program
- Bartender Competition
Program : A competition between to make a mixing drink and do some free style juggling
Implementation : Second day of FIESTA 19th October 2007
Start from 14.00 – 15.00
In FIESTA Village stage 1
Participant : Bartender
Details : Equipment and beverage materials will be provided by Supplier,
Cooperate and Sponsor with Balimoon Liqueur
- SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT
- Salsa Party
Program : Salsa Show & Bon Fire + Limbo Contest on the Sound of Percussion on the Beach
Implementation : 20th October 2007
Start on 12.00 – 19.00
In Peninsula
Participant : Dancer from Bali.
Details : Fun and entertaining program.
- Fashion Design Show
Program : Is a high Class Fashion Design by 12 Famous Balinese Designer
Implementation : 20th October 2007
1st Part Start on 21.00 – 21.40
2nd Part start on 22.25 – 23.05
In Peninsula
Participant : 16 Women Models & 4 Men Models.
Details : A High Class and entertaining program.
- Busker Boulevard Festival (BBF)
Program : Buskers Boulevard Festival start from Bali Collection until Peninsula (Fiesta Line).
Implementation : 20th October – 21st October 2007
Start on 12.00 – 17.00
Participants : All talented entertainer or Street entertainment
Details : Musician (Percussionist, Guitarist, etc..), Acrobat Player, Juggler, Clown, Caricatures Painter, Pantomime, Magician, Dancers (Hip Hop, Breakers), etc..
- Family Day
Program : On Family Day, Public with their family will have some fun activities, ex:
Rock Climbing, Tie Dying, Club Med Circus, Magician, Games, Face Painting, Clowns, Fun Fair, Balloon Figures, Horse Rides, Blow up Castle, Stilt Man, Train Ride, Kids Performer – local artist, Trampoline, Crazy Hat Competition Kids Food – popcorn, Fairy Floss, Ice cream, etc) Art & Craft Competitions
Implementation : 20th October 2007
Start on 12.00 – 19.00
In Peninsula
Participant : Schools, Public with family.
Details : This activity is for Fun only not for the competition.
Source: http://www.etravelblackboard.com/
August 31st, 2007
As many as 45 countries will send athletes to compete in 13 sports branches in the Asian Beach Games to be staged in Bali next October 18-26, 2008, an Indonesian sports official said.
“Therefore, we will build a park covering one hectare of land for the games which will take place on October 18-26, 2008,” Indonesian Sports Committee (KONI) vice chairman for foreign relations, Indra Kartasasmita, said here Tuesday.
It was reported the 45 countries had confirmed their plans to to take part in Asian Beach Games 2008 when they participated in the Asian Winter Games held in Changchun, China, last February 2007.
The decision to choose Bali as the venue for the regional event was also taken to help revive the tourism industry in the world renown recreational island after it was devastated by deadly bomb explosions in 2002 and 2005.
China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, India, Iran and Indonesia are among countries which have confirmed their plans to take part in the sports event.
Source: www.antara.co.id/en
August 30th, 2007
The small island Bali is one of the islands of the Indonesia archipelagoes liying between Java island of the west and Lombok island on the east. Bali is one of the main tourist destination with plenty of attractions, unique cultures, beautiful beaches and wide range of tourist facilities.
The Paradise Island Bali has main the flourishing tourism destination in Indonesia and has been famous worldwide. Various choices of tourist facilities, attractions and services have been established since the tourism industry has been being the main resources for the local people of Bali as well as Indonesia.
Once you are here on the island, you might be amazed with the natural beauty of the island and the charming people. This will create another experience of your lifestyle when coming home. The intricate artworks, the unique culture and the breathtaking panoramas make a new idea for travelers of how life in Bali is so wonderful. The Balinese daily life and activities, colorful religious ceremonies, and the gorgeous nature blend harmoniously keeping the balance of the universe with the human being.
Vast range of hotels, villas and accommodation spreads over major tourist area around the island. Travelers may choose the desire accommodation based on your holiday budget. There are plenty of budget hotels and accommodation with good facilities and services.
Let start your searching for cheap hotels in Kuta, Ubud, Sanur, Seminyak, Legian and read all the information. For more information of Bali and discount Bali hotels, you may consider www.bali-travelnet.com
Enjoy your holiday in Bali!
Source: http://www.pr-inside.com/
August 29th, 2007
By Diana Plater
AS a record total of foreign tourists visit Bali, the number of Australians holidaying there is also gradually improving.
But the Balinese tourism industry says it’s not just the recent bird flu deaths that are the biggest hurdle to full recovery.
Hoteliers and tourists say the main problem is the lack of seat availability on flights, particularly between Bali and the east coast of Australia.
Qantas stepping aside for Jetstar
It appears that Qantas is gradually bowing out of the holiday destination and allowing its budget arm Jetstar to take over routes.
Qantas flies twice a week to Bali from Perth and Darwin, but it is understood the airline plans to drop its Darwin flights from October.
However it has added a flight to the Perth-Denpasar route between August 5 and October 21.
A spokeswoman said there were no plans at this stage to expand services from any other cities.
“Qantas will continue to monitor the route and make changes as demand increases,” she said.
Meanwhile, Jetstar to double services
Jetstar, which launched services to Bali in early December last year, has already announced it will double its direct services between Sydney and Bali to four times weekly from October 28. This is in addition to twice weekly flights from Melbourne to Bali.
It says this is in response to the bounce back in Australian “traveller demand and the ongoing recovery of the island’s tourism industry”.
It will mean six Jetstar flights a week between the Australian east coast and Bali. It doesn’t yet fly from Perth.
Jetstar Chief Executive Officer Alan Joyce says the carrier’s additional Bali flights were a direct response to the island’s existing performance as one of Jetstar’s strongest international markets.
Garuda trims number of flights
Garuda Indonesia cut its Adelaide services to Bali last November followed by Brisbane in January this year.
A spokeswoman says the cut was part of a global rationalisation of routes which “required the deployment of available aircraft according to route profitability”.
“There is no doubt that the Australian market to Bali is returning with a vengeance and we will continue to monitor this and, subject to available aircraft, would certainly not discount a return to either of these routes in the future,” she says.
The airline is operating 20 flights a week direct to Bali from Australia (five ex Sydney, three ex Melbourne, two ex Darwin and 10 ex Perth) in addition to four direct flights a week from Perth to Jakarta, with connections to Bali.
Rise in number of delayed flights
Customers have also noted a rise in the number of delays and postponements with flights.
“As for the delays and postponements, occasionally flights must be delayed due to operational or technical reasons,” she says. “This happens with all airlines and is nothing out of the ordinary. The safety of our passengers will always be our highest priority.”
The Indonesian national carrier reported a profit of around $A19 million in the half year to June, which includes the low season and is usually its weaker half.
It says consolidation measures recently undertaken have improved revenue, passenger volumes, load factor and yield.
Garuda Indonesia’s Regional Manager, Southwest Pacific Suranto Yitnopawiro says Garuda Indonesia’s traffic from Australia to Bali has more than doubled that of the first half of 2006, reflecting an increasingly strong surge in the overall numbers of Australians visiting Bali for holidays.
Bali now fourth most popular destination
Bali is now Australia’s fourth most popular holiday destination, behind New Zealand, Thailand and the USA. Its share of the total Australian holiday market has grown by 44.5 per cent over the most recent half year, he says.
Garuda says the 85,860 Australians visiting Bali during the first half of this year was around 30,000 more than for the same time last year. Western Australia remains Bali’s biggest Australian market, followed by NSW and Victoria.
Meanwhile, collapsed Bali airline Air Paradise is often reported to be looking at a comeback, depending on finance, while Singapore-based low-budget carrier Tiger Airways has also hinted at possible flights between Bali and Australia.
The Little Bali Hotel and Resort Company co-founder Brett Morgan says although Australian numbers have improved they are still a long way from where they should be.
Source: http://www.news.com.au/
August 28th, 2007
Like the food of other regions in Indonesia, Balinese food is rice as the central dish served with small portions of spicy, pungent vegetables, fish or meat and served almost always with sambal or chili paste. Bali is a few of the regions in Indonesia whose majority of its people are non Muslims, thus babi guling or roasted suckling pig is a specialty, as is bebek betutu, smoked stuffed duck wrapped in bamboo leaves.
In Jimbaran area, for instance, you can sample seafood dishes while sitting on the beach. Visit this place in the evening, the cool atmosphere and caressing breeze will make your dining experience remarkable.
You might want to try these:
KEBAB PALACE
Jl.Kartika Plaza Kuta Center, Kuta - Bali
AYAM BAKAR WONG SOLO
Jl.Raya Kuta no.87, Kuta - Bali
Jl. Merdeka no.18, Denpasar - Bali
RAJA’S BALINESE RESTAURANT
Nusa Dua Beach Hotel&Spa, Nusa Dua - Bali
ANIKA BALINESE COOKING
Jl.Elang No.3, Tuban, Kuta - Bali
DEPOT LA TANSA
Jl.Diponegoro No. 240 A, Sanglah, Denpasar - Bali
BATUR INDAH
Panelokan Kintamani, Bangli
BENGAWAN SOLO & BAR
Jalan Imam Bonjol 386, Denpasar
CAFE DAHANDE
Jalan Raya Seminyak, Kuta
PUALAN INT’L RESTAURANT
Jalan Sanur Beach 37, Sanur
ULAM
Jalan Pantai Mengiat, Nusa Dua
PLAZA BALI SEAFOOD
Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai, Kuta
BUNGA KELAPA RESTAURANT
Alam Kul Kul
Jl.Pantai Kuta, Legian - Bali
SELERA KURING
Jl.Sunset Road (Dewi Sri) No.88, Seminyak, Kuta - Bali
For Moslem tourists, don’t worry or afraid that you cannot get ‘halal’ food in Bali, because there are also many food stalls and food center that are safe to be consumed by Moslem believers. Start from green beans, ketupat tahu (rice boiled in a rhombus shaped packet plaited young coconut leaves mixed with tofu), bakso (meatball), satay, rujak (spicy mixed fruit), satay lilit (usually fish twisted on a stick), pepes (burned/steamed wrapped fish), ikan bakar (roasted fish), and many others. These kind of food are very suitable to be served with pelecing kangkung (a hot spicy leafy vegetable), and hot sambal. Various kinds of traditional snacks are also tempting to be tested such as bubuh injin, laklak, jaja uli and many others.
The safest tips to choose restaurant, certainly is asking the restaurant officers. Must be noticed for Moslem believers that most restaurant in the hotels serve international menu which are often unavoidable using pork.
Source: http://my-indonesia.info/
August 28th, 2007
Organizers have adopted Bali’s new branding of Shanti Shanti Shanti” as the organizing point for the 9-day festival which celebrates Kuta’s undying spirit, unity and dedication to peace. I Made Saputra Karang, the Chairman of the Kuta Karnival committee told the Indonesian-language DenPost, “We wish to continue to proclaim and champion the spirit of unity, rich diversity and peace of the Kuta community throughout the festival.”
Schedule of Events
Here’s the busy program of events for this year’s Kuta Karnival:
Saturday, September 1, 2007
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10.00 - 22.00 Suzuki Music Festival - Main Stage Kuta Beach
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10.00 - 17.00 Environment Display - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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10:00 ” 18:00 Free Skating - Skate Ramp Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00 ” 18:00 Beach Stalls - Halfway Kuta Beach. Food, drinks and merchandise on sale at a beachside bazaar.
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15:00 ” 18:00 Opening Ceremony - Balawista Lifeguard Corner. Includes colossal opening dance involving over 200 Balinese dancers.
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10:00 ” 18:00 Tebs Shocking Games - Halfway Kuta Beach. Tree-to-tree fox flying, bridge crossing and other action games.
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16:00-17:00 Bali Paddle for Peace - Balawista Lifeguard Corner. Over 1,000 surfers expected to help form a “circle of peace.”
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17:00 ” 18:00 Sea Turtle Hatchlings Release - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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16:00 ” 17:00 ISI Art Happening - Balawista Lifeguard Corner. An art show by Bali’s Indonesian Art Institute.
Sunday, September 2, 2007
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06:00 ” 10:00 Prima Fun Walk - Halfway Kuta Beach. Join the walk from the PrimaA drink stall down Jalan Melasti and Jalan Legian before returning to Kuta Beach.
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08:00 ” 15:00 Bali Garden Hotel Kite Festival - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00 ” 17:00 - Environment Display & ISI Art Happening - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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11:00 ” 14:00 Gus Rubbish-Bin Painting Competition - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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10:00 ” 17:00 Surfer Girl Balinese Dance Competition - Balawista Lifeguard Corner. 10-17 year-old boys and girls in a traditional dance competition.
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10.00 - 18.00 Tebs Shocking Games, Beach Stalls and Free Skating - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10.00 - 22.00 Suzuki Beach Festival - Main Stage, Halfway Kuta Beach.
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16:00 ” 18:00 Kids Playground - Bali Garden Hotel. Come join the fun and build a sand castle.
Monday, September 3, 2007
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10:00 ” 17:00 Environment Display - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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10.00 - 18.00 Tebs Shocking Games, Beach Stalls and Free Skating - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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14:00 ” 15:00 IPOLA Beach Games - Halfway Kuta Beach. Watch Bali’s lifeguards compete in beach games.
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16:00 ” 17:00 Bali Garden Hotel Beach Games - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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16:00 ” 18:00 Sunset Dance - Balawista Lifeguard Corner. Traditional cultural performance.
Tuesday & Wednesday, September 4 & 5, 2007
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10.00 - 18.00 Tebs Shocking Games, Beach Stalls and Free Skating - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00 ” 17:00 Environment Display - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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10:00 ” 18:00 Beach Stalls - Halfway Kuta Beach. Food, drinks and merchandise on sale at a beachside bazaar.
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10:00 ” 18:00 Free Skating - Skate Ramp Halfway Kuta Beach.
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14:00 ” 15:00 IPOLA Beach Games - Halfway Kuta Beach. Watch Balis lifeguards compete in beach games.
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16:00 ” 17:00 Bali Garden Hotel Beach Games - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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16:00 ” 18:00 Sunset Dance - Balawista Lifeguard Corner. Traditional cultural performance.
Thursday, September 6, 2007
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10:00 ” 17:00 Environment Display - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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10.00 - 18.00 Tebs Shocking Games, Beach Stalls and Free Skating - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00 ” 18:00 Free Skating - Skate Ramp Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00 ” 18:00 Beach Stalls - Halfway Kuta Beach. Food, drinks and merchandise on sale at a beachside bazaar.
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10:00 ” 22:00 Bali Islamic Festival - Discovery Shopping Mall. Rebana music festival and Islamic fashion show.
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16:00 ” 18:00 Bali Garden Hotel Sand Playground - Halfway Kuta Beach. Bring your shovel and pail and build a sand castle for prizes.
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16:00 ” 18:00 PVSI Beach Volleyball Competition Halfway Kuta Beach.
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16:00 ” 18:00 Sunset Dance - Balawista Lifeguard Corner. Traditional cultural performance.
Friday, September 7, 2007
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Cardinal Awards - Main Stage Halfway Kuta Beach. The performance and award ceremony following a 13-city search for the best Indonesian band and dance group.
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10:00 ” 17:00 Environment Display - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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10.00 - 18.00 Tebs Shocking Games, Beach Stalls and Free Skating - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00 ” 18:00 Free Skating - Skate Ramp Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00 ” 18:00 Beach Stalls - Halfway Kuta Beach. Food, drinks and merchandise on sale at a beachside bazaar.
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10:00-22:00 Bali Islamic Festival - Discovery Shopping Mall.
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15:00 ” 18:00 Billabong Miniramp Competition - Skate Ramp Halfway Kuta Beach.
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16:00 ” 18:00 Sunset Dance - Balawista Lifeguard Corner. Traditional cultural performance.
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16:00 ” 18:00 PVSI Beach Volleyball Competition Halfway Kuta Beach.
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16:00 ” 18:00 Bali Garden Hotel Sand Playground - Halfway Kuta Beach. Bring your shovel and pail and build a sand castle for prizes.
Saturday, September 8, 2007
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10:00 ” 17:00 Environment Display - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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10.00 - 18.00 Tebs Shocking Games & Beach Stalls - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00-22:00 Bali Islamic Festival - Discovery Shopping Mall.
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15:00- 21:00 Billabong Bowl Competition - Base Skate Park.
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16:00 ” 18:00 Sunset Dance - Balawista Lifeguard Corner. Traditional cultural performance.
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16:00 ” 18:00 Bali Garden Sand Creativity Competition Halfway Kuta Beach.
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13:00 ” 22:00 Food Festival and Stage Performance Legian Beach. 50 Bali restaurants offer food plus live entertainment on stage!
Sunday, September 9, 2007
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10:00 ” 15:00 Sand Creativity Display - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10.00 - 18.00 Tebs Shocking Games & Beach Stalls - Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00 ” 17:00 Environment Display - Balawista Lifeguard Corner.
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10:00 ” 22:00 Suzuki New Model Launch & Music Festival - Main Stage Halfway Kuta Beach.
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10:00-22:00 Bali Islamic Festival - Discovery Shopping Mall.
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15:00 ” 21:00 Element Street Competition - Base Skate Park.
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13:00 ” 22:00 Food Festival and Stage Performance Legian Beach. 50 Bali restaurants offer food plus live entertainment on stage!
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15:00 ” 19:00 Kuta Karnival Closing Ceremony and Grand Parade - A Kuta Karnival tradition with over 2,000 participants expected.
Source: www.balidiscovery.com
August 28th, 2007
Galungan Holiday, commemorated as the victory day of Dharma (virtue) upon Adharma (evil) according to the old history of ancient Bali. This day, the entire island is brightened with festivities and celebrations, while Penjor the artistically decorated-bamboo pole is stuck on the right side of every house entrance, adorning the both sides of the village roads throughout Bali, symbolizing prosperity. There’s also temple anniversary celebration at: * Pura Dukuh Sakti, Kediri district, Tabanan Regency * Pura Ratu Bagus Subandar & Ratu Ulang Alu, Besakih Temple complex, Karangasem regency.
Source: http://my-indonesia.info/
August 24th, 2007
The Hard Rock Hotel Bali is giving support to the Bali Street Dog Foundation (Yayasan Yudisthira Swarga) and their program to assist and relieve the suffering of unhealthy and neglected street dogs living in Bali.
Over 90% of street dogs in Bali suffer from a variety of painful and debilitating ailments including skin parasites and fungus, internal parasites, distemper, malnutrition, infected wounds and broken limbs. Bali Street Dog Foundation is committed to reducing the number of street dogs in Bali and significantly improving the health of the existing dogs.
The Bali Street Dog Spay / Neuter Program, established by Yudhistira approximately five years ago, has directly and indirectly reduced the street dog population growth in Bali. With the use of mobile veterinary clinics, the program can sterilize up to 100 street dogs per day. In addition, the dogs are provided with basic veterinary care for skin infections, wounds and parasites.
Bali Street Dog Foundation, a non profit animal welfare organization, is selling T-shirts to raise funds to support the operation of this program. The stall is located in-front of Hard Rock Hotel Bali’s Megastore, Jalan Pantai Kuta, Bali, every Wednesday and Thursday, from 1.00pm - 7.00pm.
Source: http://my-indonesia.info/
August 24th, 2007
The best-known of Indonesia’s islands is Bali; an island as famous for its beaches as its friendly people and culture.
Though it has steadily been gaining a reputation as a lost paradise thanks to overdevelopment, the northern coast of Bali remains relatively untouched.
This side of the island, split from the south by a volcanic mountain range, is also an ideal place for an active holiday in Indonesia, particularly if you are looking for a Bali diving holiday.
An ideal time to visit is September, as the summer holiday visitors head home, the rainy season is yet to begin and temperatures start to cool.
Among the diving holiday specialists with breaks to Bali are Regaldive, which have a scuba diving break staying at the Pondok Sari in Pemuteran, a resort manned entirely by local people.
The hotel’s lava beach is a good hub for exploring nearby reefs thanks to a dive centre, which is also by a colourful coral reef.
Within a short boat ride is Gondol Reef, a recently discovered dive site where you can encounter larger open water dwelling marine life.
Other bigger varieties of sea life can be seen at Menjangan Island, considered one of Bali’s best dive areas.
Located on the west of the island, among the thickly forested area of Bali Barat National Park is Menjangan Island - around 50 minutes journey by boat from the resort.
Among the 12 dive site off the island, divers can explore caves, sheer drops, and a blue lagoon where camouflaged ghost pipefish can be picked out.
And if you do not make it to the island in September, a visit during the rainy season (October to March) could mean a higher chance of seeing manta rays and, if you are very lucky, young whale sharks.
For divers who cannot get enough of the water there are also opportunities to go on dawn fishing trips where you can see dolphins and coral reefs as well as the rising sun.
Other sights and activities available in Pemuteran include trips to historic temples, mountain bike rides and relaxing in the spa.
The Regaldive Bali holiday costs £949 per person for a week at the Pondok Sari, including flights from London Heathrow, with ten dives costing an additional £220 per person.
Other tour operators with diving holidays in Bali include Diving World and Iglu Tropical
Source: http://www.travelbite.co.uk/news/
August 23rd, 2007
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