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The Kunja Villas and spa

Jl Lebak Sari No 8 Kerobokan Bali I T 62 361 733 130 I F 62 361 733 128 I [email protected] I www.thekunja.com

The Kunja Villas & Spa is located in Bali’s upscale Seminyak area just a few minutes stroll from one of the island’s most

famous stretches of golden sand beaches and numerous fine dining restaurants and shopping boutiques.

The Kunja features 18 fully serviced villas; secluded from the outside world and offers friends, couples and

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From family-friendly resorts to jungle

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‘My Bali’ (p.62)

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accommodation and activities to food and drink

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Seminyak Insiders

Bali has long been an island of inspiration for visitors: from designers to hoteliers, entrepreneurs, restaurateurs, and a multitude of others who come here to release their creative energies. Bali Savvy taps into some of that inspiration by showcasing the dynamic and vibrant Bali lifestyle, giving access to the best of what’s on offer on this trendsetting island.

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The Ultimate Party Guide

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One golden rule of any successful fami-ly vacation is to ensure that the different generations get to spend some quality time apart as well as together. In Bali, there are a multitude of activities and services on offer to ensure that every-one has a holiday to remember.

Family-Friendly Hotels Four Seasons Bali at Jimbaran Bay (www.fourseasons.com) has a super-

vised Kids For All Seasons programme for ages 2 to 12, while the Family Es-cape Itinerary allows you to make the most of your family time by exploring the culture and natural beauty of Bali. The “Nikko and I” program ensures that junior guests at Nikko Bali Resort and Spa (www.nikkobali.com) are set to get pampered while staying in the resort’s recently refurbished, vibrantly colored Family Room or Family Suite, Outdoors,

Above: Karma Kandara’s ‘Three Monkeys’ kids’ club (www.karmakandara.com organises stimulating activities and excursions for kids aged 2-11, and also encourages teenagers and families to join in.

Clockwise, from left: The Bali Bird Park in Gianyar (www. bali-bird-park.com) provides sanctuary to almost 1000 birds of 250 different species; kids enjoying the ‘Nikko and I’ program (www.nikkobali.com); exploring the rice fields at the Green School’s Green Camp (www.greencampbali.com).

the fun of the Jungle Camp awaits, with activities from arts and crafts to wall climbing. Meanwhile, Starwood has created an SPG® Kids Pass that allows children aged 12 and younger of Star-wood Preferred Guest® members to en-joy a variety of all-inclusive dining op-tions at participating restaurants in the Westin Resort. And at the Hard Rock Hotel, the young ones not only get to stay in rockin’ kids’ suites but also have

exclusive parent-free access to the Tabu venue (for more information see p. 27 of this issue, or visit bali.hardrockho-tels.net online).

oUtside aCtiVitiesThe Bali Bird Park (bali-bird-park.com) has the largest and finest collection of Indonesian birds in the world plus fantastic birds from Africa and South America. The adjacent Rimba Reptile

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Dandelion (pictured, www.dandelionkid.com)

has bright, smart collec-tions for boys and girls with plenty of mix-and-

match items, and has stores in both Seminyak

and Ubud.Also worth checking

out: Indigo Kids (www.indigokidsglobal.com)

Kids A Go Go (www.kidsagogo.com)

Surfer Girl (surfer-girl.com)

Ticket To The Moon (www.tickettothemoon.

com)

SHOPPING

Above: The Elephant Safari Park (www.elephantsafariparklodge.com) is a 25-room safari-style lodge which offers guests the opportunity to interact, feed, ride, observe, learn, play and stay with 29 beautiful Sumatran elephants, one of the rarest species of elephants in the world today.

Park holds one of Indonesia’s rarest and most extensive collections of rep-tiles and amphibians, with more than 181 specimens. Bali Safari and Ma-rine Park (www.balisafarimarinepark.com) is home to more than 50 species, including the Sumatran elephant, Suma-tran tiger, white tiger, leopard, komodo dragon and cheetah.

When it comes to watersports, it’s best in the northwest: Menjangan Island

is a marine national park and one of the nicest places in Bali for snorkeling and diving (see p. 71). Northeast Bali is also popular for snorkeling and diving, with some interesting underwater wrecks in Tulamben and Amed. South of Amed and close to Candi Dasa is Pasir Putih (White Sand Beach) which is also good for snorkeling.Check each area section of Bali Savvy for more family activities.

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this hip hub is more comparable to international play-

grounds such as Ibiza, with its dazzling variety of res-

taurants, bars, clubs, boutique designer stores, cutting

edge art galleries, and a crowd that keeps up the tempo

from morning to night and back into the morning again.

Above all, Seminyak is about indulgence.

A typical Seminyak day begins and concludes by

the sea, with forays into the area’s shops and eateries in

between. Sunsets are striking, and can be savored from

many venues along the beach, while an ever-increasing

number of restaurants and bars await discovery along Jl.

Oberoi and Jl. Petitenget.

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Over a number of years now, The Royal Collection has consolidated its posi-tion and reputation for excellence in Bali’s high-end hotel sector. The Royal Collection is a unique brand of villa living, featuring the world-class proper-ties The Samaya and The Kayana. Each property is designed to epitomize luxurious living, featuring the private villa concept, set amid lush greenery, and offering unparalleled privacy. Since opening in 2007, The Kayana has become one of the preferred villas in Seminyak, boasting a reputation for quality accommodation at agreeable rates. Well-appointed interiors and chic contemporary décor combine with pri-

vate facilities to create a luxurious home away from home. What sets The Kaya-na apart is the unparalleled level of service, with its on-call team of discreet yet attentive butlers taking care of the visitor’s every need. For many guests, Ayur Spa is a highlight of The Kayana experience, where trained therapists deliver high-quality massages, scrubs and other wellness treatments in an in-timate spa setting.

Guests staying at The Samaya Seminyak or The Kayana will find them-selves right in the heart of Bali’s famous Seminyak area, which hosts some of the island’s most famous restaurants and trendiest nightlife.

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KENDRA GALLERYJI. Drupadi No. 88BT: +62 361 736 628 www.kendragallery.com

The Lines That Remind Me Of You, an exhibition of Agung Kurniawan’s works (painting, video, and installation), opens on 23 April 2011. During the 1990s, the artist viewed art as a resistance media: today he also uses art as therapy. This exhibition sees him revisiting his past through art, with work that explores the concept of memory through various media.

Tapas-style restaurant LA SAL (Jl.

Drupadi II No. 100, +62361738321)

is bright and airy by day, while at

night the cozy candlelit ambience

makes it the perfect place to share

a meal with a special someone or

a group of friends. SIP ( Jl. Raya

Seminyak 16A, +62361730810)

is an authentic bistro-style

restaurant on Seminyak’s main

street. LA LUCCIOLA (Jl.

Oberoi, +62361730838) is situated

in a fabulous location right on

Petitenget beach, and serves

breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner,

and delicious desserts.

METIS (Jl. Petitenget No. 6,

+62361737888) is a fine dining

restaurant from the same team that

created the celebrated Warisan.

SARDINE (Jl. Petitenget No. 21,

+62361738202) specializes in fish

and other seafood prepared with

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STAY: VILLA KEMBALI ON THE RIVER

From the moment you drive through the Balinese village of Cepaka, pass-ing chickens and smiling villagers, it is clear that this will be a holiday unlike any other. Nothing can prepare you for the spectacular hidden oasis that greets you as you enter Villa Kembali. The luxurious 5-bedroom Villa sits in a stun-ning jungle setting, and its bedrooms, boasting hand carved four-poster king sized beds and large ensuites, can comfortably accommodate 10 adults. Younger ones are warmly welcomed and catered for, with play equipment, extra bedding, and babysitting services available. The Villa’s Manager, Putu, and his dedicated team of eleven offer

exceptional 5-star service, anticipat-ing your every need with a smile. From fine dining to golf or shopping, Putu can make personal recommendations and handle all of your reservations. His team includes a personal driver, as well as two chefs to prepare your meals fresh daily. Breakfast is complimentary and all other food is charged at cost price. Whether sitting riverside in the 3-level spa, having a massage, relax-ing by the main pool or plunge pool, or simply sipping a cocktail while lis-tening to the waterfall echoing through the palms, Kembali on the River offers a truly unique and unforgettable holiday experience for friends or families.

www.bali-villakembali.com

*sTaY BNG VILLASJI. Umalas I No. 99XT: +62 361 847 5608 www.balinyuhgading.com

The Bali Nyuh Gading Villas are 4-star accommodation, perfect for spending an intimate holiday in the comfort of a home away from home. A blend of modern and traditional Balinese design, villas are set amidst luscious tropical gardens and furnished with luxurious facilities. Boasting a strategic location, the hotel is situated only 10 minutes drive from Seminyak. Relax and unwind in the comfort and tran-quility of your own private villa at Bali Nyuh Gading Villas.

THE SAMAYA (Jl. Laksmana, T.

+62 361 731149) is a stylish villa

resort with forty-six villas over

four hectares of land. Twenty-

four of these command a premier

location along the fashionable

Seminyak beachfront, while the

Royal Courtyard Villas are set in

a tranquil Balinese village envi-

ronment just across the road.

ZIVA, A BOUTIQUE VILLA

(Jl. Braban No. 80, T. +62 361

8478202)

Eight spacious private villas in

the heart of Seminyak, within

walking distance of ‘Eat Street’

(Jl. Oberoi). Clean contemporary

design combines with luscious

greenery to foster an atmostphere

of seclusion.

THE KUNJA (Jl. Lebak Sari No.

8, T. +62 361 733130) is a villa re-

sort with 18 full service villas, of-

fering guests ample living space

both within the individual villas

and throughout the property as a

whole. The one-bedroom retreats

are designed for couples and hon-

eymooners, while three-bedroom

villas are perfect for family time.

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first-time visitors to Bali, and especially for those of

the surfing persuasion. Here, within a dense network

of teeming alleyways and busy streets, are inexpensive

hotels, lively bars, tattoo artists, hawkers, tourist knick-

knacks and a range of attire targeting the beach loving

tourist. Increasingly, there are more refined establish-

ments springing up to challenge the cheap and cheerful

image, but there’s no downplaying that Kuta spirit: care-

free, party-ready, and young at heart. The Legian area,

heading north, is like Kuta’s older sister: with its quieter

shopping ambience and more polished hangouts, it is a

bridge between the happy chaos of Kuta and the sophis-

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(www.waterbom-bali.com)

Let your kids party out at the hard Rock

hotel’s new Tabu venue (see p. 27)

Learn to surf at the Pro Surf School

(www.prosurfschool.com)

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AROMAS CAfé (Jl. Legian, +62361751003) is a haven for vegetarian food-

ies in the heart of Kuta, with an extensive menu and open for breakfast,

lunch, and dinner. MADE’S WARUNg (Jl. Pantai Kuta, +62361755297)

was one of the very first restaurants in Kuta, and still serves up a great nasi

campur, along with other Indonesian and Western dishes. TJ’S MExICAN

BAR & RESTAURANT (Poppies Gang I, +62361751093) offers some of the

finest Mexican food on the island, and perhaps the best frozen margaritas.

MAMA’S (Jl. Legian, +62361761151) is a 24-hour German restaurant, serv-

ing up schnitzel, wurst, and beer around the clock. MA JOLy (Jl. Wana Se-

gara, Tuban, +62361753780) is a good spot to watch the sun set, with alfresco

dining in a beachfront location. KAfE BATAN WARU (Jl Kartika Plaza,

+62361766303) has been an institution for many years with their tasty Indo-

nesian dishes and great desserts.

LANAI (Jl. Double Six, +62361731305) serves up hearty portions and

has great views of the beach from the upstairs balcony. Popular with

visitors, it enjoys the west coast sunset and has a cozy night-time ambi-

ence. ZANZIBAR (Jl. Double Six, +62361733529) is a well-established

restaurant with excellent Italian cuisine and especially good pasta dish-

es and seafood. A good spot to grab breakfast before hitting the surf. At

the other end of the day, DOUBLE SIx (Jl. Double Six, +62361733067) is

an infamous dance club right next to Double Six beach, regularly draw-

ing huge crowds to events with big name DJs. It also has a large swim-

ming pool, 45 meters above which is a bungy jump tower operated by AJ

HACKETT (+62 361 731144).

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Asia’s first Hard Rock Hotel, on a 3-hectare site next to Kuta’s famed surf beach, features 418 tribute rooms and luxury suites, and eight cutting edge restaurant and bars.

A new venue called Tabu is specifically designed for 13 to 17 year olds, with a nightclub equipped with multi-purpose DJ Booth, Internet

and Gaming Lounge with WII, Xbox Kinetic and PS3 facilities, private cin-ema area, bar and lounge with chill out area and pool table.

Tabu is open from 12 noon to 12 midnight daily and offers a “no adults” private club where Tabu Members can socialize and enjoy evening entertain-ment created by them for them.

Kids’ Suite at the Hard Rock Hotel.(bali.hardrockhotels.net)

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The HARD ROCK HOTEL ( Jl. Pantai Kuta, +62361761869) offers

exactly what you would expect, right on Kuta Beach, with the largest

pool in Bali and an array of other facilities including a spa, fitness cen-

tre, kids’ club, rock-climbing wall, several restaurants and bars, and

their very own radio station. MERCURE KUTA (Jl. Pantai Kuta 100x,

+62361767411) is located right on Kuta Beach, offering affordable com-

fort with sunset views. Managed by Accor, the hotel has a good in-house

spa, and a rooftop pool.

VILLA DE DAUN (Jl. Legian, +62 361 756276) is an oasis down a small lane off Jl. Legian, with stylish private villas and a highly rated in-house

spa. Bookings are often made with spa packages included.

The PADMA RESORT BALI AT LEgIAN (Jl Padma No. 1, +62361752111) has recently relaunched with a new name and brand; so far the results are promising and occupancy is already high.

O-CE-N BALI By OUTRIggER (JI Arjuna 88X, +62361737400) is a luxury apartment hotel right on the beach. Flat-panel televisions, ca-ble service, and high-speed Internet access are standard features in all rooms, while fifth floor penthouse suites offer split-level accommoda-tion with private Jacuzzi tubs and landscaped garden terraces suitable

for entertaining. BALI NIKSOMA (Jl. Padma Utara, +62361751946) is a super-stylish boutique hotel on the beach in Legian, designed by Hadi Prana and equipped with a top quality spa, restaurant and large pool.

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PRO SURf SCHOOL BALI

Jl. Pantai Kuta

T: +62 361 7441466

www.prosurfschool.com

Learn to surf with the top surf school in Bali. Pro Surf School offers com-

prehensive surfing lessons for beginners, intermediate and advanced

surfers, as well as surf trips around Bali.

WATERBOM PARK

Jl. Kartika Plaza (opposite Discovery Shopping Mall)

T: +62 361 755676

This is one of the biggest water theme parks in Asia, within walking dis-

tance of Kuta beach. A good place for a family outing, with slides for the

young and young at heart, plus a spa operated by Karma (see above).

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ter white sand coastline is now home to several of Bali’s

more upscale resorts. But its fishing heritage is still an

important part of the Jimbaran experience, no more so

than at sunset on the beach where there is a plethora of

fresh seafood restaurants to choose from.

Uluwatu, and the surrounding area along the west coast

of the Bukit peninsula, was visited by surfers before

anyone else thought of venturing there. With time, the

stunning cliff views and beautiful beaches broadened

the area’s appeal, and many developers have moved in

to create ultra-chic, ultra-exclusive villas and resorts

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Four Seasons Jimbaran.www.fourseasons.com/

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on the clifftop next to Pura Uluwatu

Catch a cultural performance at gWk

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statue of vishnu which, when completed,

would be the tallest in the world

Spend a day in the casual atmosphere of

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alila villaS UlUWaTUJl. Belimbing Sari, Banjar Tambi-yak, Desa PecatuT: +62 361 848 2166www.alilahotels.com/uluwatuThe first resort in Bali designed to achieve Green Globe certification, the highest level of environmental-ly sustainable design. Stunningly beautiful and in a breathtaking clifftop location, it combines ele-ments of traditional Bali with a very modern aesthetic.

BUlGaRi HOTElS & RESORTS BaliJl. Goa Lempeh, Br Dinas KanginT: +62 361 8471000www.bulgarihotels.comThe only Bulgari property in South East Asia at present is lo-cated here in Bali. Bulgari’s sig-nature stylish contemporary de-sign is on display throughout the resort.

An exclusive private Villa Estate with personalized butler service, The edge offers breathtaking views of the ocean from its clifftop Pecatu location. Estate facilities include its spa, pool, wedding venue, wine cellar, wine tasting lounge, theatre, kids room, gymnasium, and nanny residence. www.the-edgebali.com

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AYANA RESORTJl. Karang Mas Sejahtera, JimbaranT: +62 361 702 222

AYANA has created the perfect family holiday: recreation for the kids; relax-ation for the grown-ups. Enjoy spa pam-pering, gourmet dining and the oppor-tunity to relax poolside, content in the knowledge that the little ‘uns are being entertained, stimulated and having the time of their lives with cultural and craft activities, yoga, and a 77-hectare resort to explore.

Valid for travel until 22 December 2011, AYANA’s Family Holiday room rates start at US$299++/night, with vil-las starting at US$668++/night.

JENGGala KERaMiKJl. Uluwatu No. 2T: +62 361 703311Bali’s popular ceramic maker. Shop, make or decorate your own piece, or relax in the adjacent café.

PaUl ROPPJl. Uluwatu No. 80T: +62 361 701202www.paulropp.comStriking clothes and accessories in vibrant colors, fashioned from the finest silk and cotton fabrics.

THERMES MaRiNS BaliAyana Resort & SpaJl.Karang Mas SejahteraT: +62 361 702222www.ayanaresort.comOne of the most sought-after spas in Bali, combining luxurious design, well-trained therapists, and a wide range of treatments. A highlight is the therapeutic pool, perched on a cliff overlooking the sea.

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SEEDS FOR BALI

SEEDS fOR BALI is a non-profit program

initiated by Bank Danamon Indonesia and

co-sponsored by Bali Tourism Development

Corporation (BTDC), in partnership with

Friends of the National Parks Foundation

(FNPF). The program aims to pilot reforestation

efforts on some of the most arid places in Bali,

with “seed money” provided by Danamon,

BTDC and donations from American Express

Cardmembers worldwide.

The most important outcome from this project

has been to show the local community

how to successfully grow trees from seeds.

Cardmembers can contribute to this valuable

project through Danamon (+62 361 757 510-

11), FNPF (+62 361 977 978), Alila Manggis

(+62 363 410 11), and Alila Ubud (+62 361

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A BEACHSIDE BLISS

Nusa Dua provides a picture perfect holiday experience.

Its meticulously landscaped environment encompasses

a tranquil resort enclave, providing a respite from the

intensity of popular tourist zones on the island. Some

of the most luxurious hotels on the island are here, most

with direct access to pristine white sand beaches and

gentle clear blue waters. The 18-hole Nusa Dua Golf and

Country Club is one of Bali’s top golf courses; the

Pasifika Museum showcases the art of Bali, Southeast

Asia, and the South Pacific region; and shopping options

are aplenty at the Bali Collection. Tanjung Benoa, north of

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(www.rolefoundation.org)

go on a sunrise walk along the coast,

following a 7km path from ayodhya

Resort to Tanjung Benoa

A glorious day at the Kayumanis Nusa Dua

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views. The lobby at NiKKO Bali RESORT & SPa (Jl. Nusa Dua

Selatan, +62361773377) is blessed

with perhaps the best view from

any hotel in Nusa Dua; from 40 me-

ters above the sea, a vast expanse of

blue ocean stretches to the distant

horizon. KayUMaNiS NUSa DUa (Kawasan Wisata BTDC,

+62361770777) is an exquisite en-

clave of well-appointed luxurious

pavilions, each offering unrivalled

space, exceptional comfort, and

complete privacy within secluded

walled gardens. The Kids Club at

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BUMBU BaliJl. Pratama, Tanjung BenoaT: +62 361 774502www.balifoods.comAuthentic Balinese food with fine dining flair. Also offers famous cooking classes.

UlaM RESTaURaNTJl. Pantai MengiatT: +62 361 771590A local institution for traditional Balinese food in the Nusa Dua area.

MaRTiNi BaRThe Royal SantrianJl. Pratama, TanjungBenoaT: +62 361 778181Poolside and beachside bar with a menu of 100 martini recipes.

Along Jl. Pratama, Tanjung Benoa,

heading north from Nusa Dua, a

multitude of WaTERSPORTS

centers can be found, offering every-

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is a one-stop shopping haven with

a huge variety of stores, including

Sogo, Alun – Alun, Body & Soul, and

many more.

SERENE liviNG (Conrad Bali,

Jl. Pratama 168, +62361778788) of-

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those inspired by holiday thoughts

of home redecoration.

At the Nikko Bali Resort & Spa, the first hotel in

Bali to receive Eco Hotel certification.

(www.nikkobali.com)

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experience balinese warmth and personal hospitality at nikko bali resort and spa

sitting atop a 40-meter cliff in nusa dua, offering a stunning 180-degree view of the indian ocean,

the 5-star resort hotel presents 389 well-appointed rooms in a timeless design

with a range of modern comforts for a serene getaway.

well-equipped event venues like the pillar-less ballroom, outdoor settings and wiwaha wedding venue

are suitable for meetings, conferences, banquets and a range of events.


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has had quite an impressive history. It was the high-

end haunt for socialites, stars and artists, including the

Dutch W.O.J. Nieuwenkamp who drew the invasion of

Sanur Beach in 1906; the Germans Hans and Rolf Neu-

haus were here in 1935; Mexican Miguel Covarrubias did

his time; as did the Swiss Theo Meier and the Belgian Le

Mayeur, who became known for the beautiful muse paint-

ings of his dancer wife, Ni Polok. In the ‘70s, the likes of

Mick Jagger, David Bowie, Yoko Ono and Sting regularly

stayed at Tandjung Sari Hotel and mingled with artists at

La Taverna. Sanur’s reputation has also been charged by

personalities such as artist, Donald Friend and cult fig-

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go fly a kite — july and august are

particularly good months for picking up

colorful kites by the beach

See some fascinating creatures at the

Bali Safari and marine Park

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CAfé BATU JIMBAR Jl. Danau Tamblingan No. 75A T: +62 361 287374 This is a reliable place for quality: the casual parasol-shaded terrace is frequented by fruit-juice and cake-lovers, serious Indonesian food fans and even western salad and meat-cravers. The Sunday morning market is a notable event, with a brunch specializing in local dishes and organic products. Jazz on Thursdays.

LA PAU Jl. ByPass Ngurah Rai No. 178 T: +62 361 286178, *cash only La Pau is a warung-style Suma-tran restaurant famous for their Padang varieties. Scrumptious rendang and interesting vegetable specialties. If you don’t love hot, you miss a lot! Weekends are es-pecially popular for live jazz/blues performances.

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gRIyA SANTRIAN HOTELJl. Danau Tamblingan No. 47 T: +62 361 288181A well-run beachfront hotel that houses a spa and gallery, Rooms are well-appointed and spacious with an intimate restaurant on the beach itself.

THE PAVILIONSJl. Danau Tamblingan 76T: +62 361 288381www.thepavilionsresorts.com

A member of the Relais & Cha-teaux group, within the peaceful compound are 25 tranquil Bali-nese-style romantic pool villas, with a lagoon fringed by a reef and a white sand beach.

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LE RESTO MINg Jl. Danau Tamblingan No. 105T: +62 361 286079This restaurant is an old favorite of local expat residents and tour-ists alike, serving French/interna-tional cuisine and local favorites in an arty setting.

ISOLAJl. Danau Tamblingan No. 29T: +62 361 289310On the beachside of Hotel La Tav-erna, this is perfect for intimate dining evenings and beach priva-cy. And if Mount Agung is visible, the setting provides for an intense Balinese sensation. Specializing in Italian and local fare. Jazz on Thursdays.

Cycling and walking

Sanur has an excellent paved beach-front cycle-path that stretches along 5 kilometers from the Jalan Mer-tasari area in south Sanur to the main beach at Jalan Hangtuah at the northern end of the village.

Diving and WatersportsCRySTal DivERSJl Danau Tamblingan No. 168 www.crystal-divers.comThe first PADI Career Development Centre in Indonesia, offering a range of courses from intro dives to in-structor courses as well as day dive trips and dive safaris around Bali.

Bali KiTE SURFiNG SCHOOlMertasariwww.bali-kitesurfing.orgIKO certified kite-surfing school. The lessons are conducted in a safe, user-friendly environment and les-sons can be structured to suit indi-

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Balibeach Golf Club is located on Jl. Hangtuah, Sanur.

vidual needs.

BlUE OaSiS BEaCH ClUBJl. Danau Tamblingan www.blueoasisbeachclub.comSpecialists in water sports, offering sea-kayaking, kite-surfing, para-sailing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, windsurfing, and diving.

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For many visitors and residents, Ubud has long repre-

sented something essential to Bali’s unique charm, im-

mersed in the island’s finest art, culture, and natural

beauty. Today it’s also a cosmopolitan village, populated

with a colorful community of artists, healers, designers,

reformed hippies, health food aficionados, anthropolo-

gists, yogis and yoginis, and various escapees from the

‘real’ world...while just minutes from the main street you

are back in traditional Bali, where a badling of ducks can

stop traffic and around every bend in the road are expan-

sive vistas of lush padi, villagers preparing en masse to

celebrate a religious festival or a cremation, and gamelan

and dance troupes in full flourish. That Bali magic is to

be found here, every day.

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stop for a bite to eat at sari organik farm

Introduce your kids to yoga through play

at Noga Yoga (www.balispirit.com)

Explore ubud’s sacred monkey forest

by night, that magical time when the

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Designed as an imaginative homage to the Mahabharata, Pandawas Villas is unique even among the myriad of private luxury rental villas in the Ubud area. It’s a combination of crea-ture comforts, serene spaces and attention to detail that serve to in-dulge your every whim while also making guests feel very much at home. In a stunning location just northeast of Ubud town, the villas

make the most of the vast expanse of land upon which they are built, with a sprawling 7000 square meter property that offers several tranquil garden niches and secluded spots, whether guests wish to marvel at the view, meditate by the peaceful lagoon or simply snatch a quiet moment with a good book.

The four villas and the central lounge area draw inspiration from

Pandawas Paradisethe five Pandawas brothers of the Mahabharata epic. From thematic color play to sculpted bas-reliefs to custom bodywork, each space is carefully considered and mold-ed to match the traits of the heroic characters of Yudistra, Bima, Ar-juna, Sahadewa and Nakula.

Add to this the glorious pool, two bars, fine restaurant and am-ple kids facilities: there is much at Pandawas to inspire.

Above: The view from Buddy’s Bar at Pandawas Villas. Right: The infinity pool with natural limestone tiling.

PandaWas Villas Jl. Raya Kendaraan No. 1, Banjar Kepitu, Desa Kendran, Kecamatan Tegallalang, Gianyarwww.pandawas-villas.comT. +62 361 971 877E. [email protected]

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TERAZOJl. SuwetaT: +62 361 978 941

From the Bali Good Food stable, Terazo has a tropical colonial feel, the walls decorated with classic posters from the early days of the Indonesian tourism industry. Downstairs is good for a snug bird’s eye view of the action on the street outside, while upstairs there is a more refined feel: here, dining becomes an event.

popular with endorsements from the likes of Anthony Bourdain. It’s all about the pork here: the babi gul-ing (spit-roasted pig) is served with rice and spiced veggies.

aRy’S WaRUNG (Jl. Raya Ubud No. 35, T. +62 361 975959) started out as a real warung back in the ‘80s, but Ary’s is now a rather more stylish venue, popular for dinner but also with a bar at which to perch early evening and watch the world go by on Ubud’s main strip. NaUGHTy NURi’S (Jl. Raya Sanggingan, T. +62 361

Raw food doyenne Diana von Cra-nach (owner of Puri Ganesha resort in the northwest of the island) is the creative force behind the sublime uncooked offerings on the healthy menu at GlOW (Como Shambala Estate, T. +62 361 978888). Verdantly serene by day, magical by night: res-ervations highly recommended.

COFFEE aND SilvER (Jl. Monkey Forest No. 007, T. +62 361 975354) is a charming indoor-outdoor venue where you’ll find live music and a magical ambience outdoors on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. The menu includes a tasty tapas selection.

THREE MONKEyS (Jl. Monkey Forest, T. +62 361 974830) is a great escape from the buzz of Monkey Forest Road, whether for a full meal or just for a coffee and one of their delicious cakes and gelatos. At IN-DUS (Jl. Raya Sanggingan, T. +62

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977547, *cash only) is a roadside ‘warung’ as legendary for its New York-style martinis as it is for its barbecued pork ribs and its lively conversations. A magnet for tour-ists and expats alike.

Bali BUDDHa (Jl. Jembawan no. 1, T. +62 361 976324) has delicious healthy food with a dazzling selec-tion of juices and jamu, and a menu that ranges from vegan fare to great pastas and pizzas. Downstairs is a great little grocery store with every-thing from fresh baked goodies to natural soaps and incense sticks.

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361 977684) the food is great too, but really it’s all about the view: stun-ning valley vistas and, on a clear day, Mount Agung in the distance.

PiGNOU Di PENyU (Jl. Goutama No.5, T. +62 361 972577, *cash only) is as delightful a find as any of Ubud’s sweet little hideaways. Lapin and escargot are most definitely on the menu, but the kitchen is also mind-ful of vegetarians.

iBU OKa WaRUNG BaBi GUliNG (Jl. Suweta, *cash only) is a Bali in-stitution, and growing ever more

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FivElEMENTS, PURi aHiMSa (Banjar Baturning, Mambal, T. +62 361 469206, www.fivelements.org) offers a retreat in beautiful natural and architectural sur-roundings. Gifted Balinese and international healing therapists are at hand to perform massage, deep reflexology, acupressure and energy work in the private river-front suites. Ceremonies, yoga, and sacred arts are regularly held on site, while the Sakti restaurant

Ubud has a plethora of traditional dances and other cultural perfor-mances aimed at tourists happening nightly. By the Ayung valley ridge, Sayan sunsets can be witnessed in all their glory at the Four Seasons, Amandari, or Sayan Terrace, with contours of the volcanic peaks to the northwest visible on a clear day.

The centerpiece of the beautiful sacred complex of Goa Gajah (Bedulu village) is a cave temple that dates at least from the 11th cen-tury, with a striking entrance carved in the form of a demon’s mouth and both Buddhist and Hindu sculptures inside and close by. Balinese visit the Tirta Empul temple (Tampaksir-ing) from all over the island to bathe in the sacred cleansing spring, seeking blessings and healing. The water at Tirta Empul is regarded as the holiest in Bali, and during Galun-gan, the sacred barong masks are bathed here.

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COMO SHAMBHALA ESTATEBanjar Begawan, Desa Melinggih Kelod, PayanganT: +62 361 978 888

This stunning property gives you the feeling of staying in an ultra-luxurious home instead of a hotel. Twenty minutes north of Ubud, close to the village of Payangan, the focus is on health and healing, and it provides a perfect setting in which to retreat from the world and revive one’s senses.

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The Samaya Ubud is the latest addi-tion to The Royal Collection’s expand-ing network, spectacularly located amid the rice fields and verdant hillsides of Ubud, Bali’s cultural and artistic capi-tal, and a magnet for tourists for almost a century.

The hotel’s 19 spacious villas boast a range of accommodation op-tions, including one-bedroom deluxe villas and two- and three-bedroom royal villas, the height of luxury and indulgence. The restaurant and lobby command expansive views of the entire valley. The villas, each of which has its own private swimming pool, are built into the hillside, designed to minimize

environmental impact while optimizing the closeness to the natural surround-ings. Each is surrounded by a high wall, with a garden and traditional gazebo beside the swimming pool for comfort, privacy and a truly “home from home” feel. For those seeking true relaxation and rejuvenation, a state-of-the-art spa and wellness centre is located directly overlooking Bali’s famous Ayung river.

The Samaya Ubud joins its two sister hotels – The Samaya Seminyak and The Kayana – in providing its own unique brand of refinement, service and professionalism for visitors seeking out-standing service and privacy or a luxury base in the Island of the Gods.

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gets rave reviews for its gourmet raw vegan food.

Entering the FOUR SEaSONS RESORT Bali aT SayaN (Jl. Raya Kedewatan, Sayan, T. +62 361 701010, www.fourseasons.com/sayan) is in itself a memorable experience – the footbridge that leads to the lobby offers an awe-inspiring view of the steep gorge drop to the Ayung river valley below. It’s all superb from there on, from the fabulous food to the superlative spa.

Maya UBUD (Jl. Gunung Sari, Peliatan, T. +62 361 977888, www.mayaubud.com) is a charming re-sort to the east of Ubud, on a stun-ning ten-hectare property set in the Petanu river valley. The spa is excellent, while the expansive views lend themselves to lazy af-ternoons around the swimming pools.

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Stranger than FictionAs the story goes, one day in 1973, Sydney-born Michael

White jumped ship and swam ashore to Bali. There, he became

MADE WIJAYA, undergoing a metamorphosis that took him

from tennis coach to world-renowned designer of tropical

gardens, with more than 600 to his name. For decades, his

‘Stranger in Paradise’ columns have given an insight into the

ways and workings of Balinese culture from the perspective of

an inquisitive and sometimes irreverent observer, one deeply

enthralled with his favorite muse, this island of the gods...

What is paradise?“‘If paradise were anywhere it would have to be somewhere tem-perate,’ Noël Coward once said.

Bali is my lover and my muse, which sounds sombong, but there has never been a week that I don’t swoon over the beauty of some situation or ceremony or get misty-eyed by the start up of the marching band at a grand crema

Facing page: Made Wijaya, a.k.a. Michael White, pictured taking a break with some blos-soms at the Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay (c. 1995).

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tion of an old friend.I have written about Bali for

almost 40 years now in the same state of wondrous enchantment. It must be love because it feels so good. Now, in the same breath, I must say that my heart is sinking as I watch the physical environ-ment (outside the temples and palaces and some of the hotels) go to environmental design hell in a race-car.”

Paradise by design?“The Four Seasons Resort at Jim-baran Bay was my most enjoyable landscape project to date because it was a Vegemite-fueled inte-grated design miracle. ‘A garden of 1000 picture postcards of para-dise,’ Tim Street-Porter called it, satirizing the abuse of the ‘para-dise’ epithet.

House design wise, the Villa Keliki has been the most gorgeous property realized to date – I was allowed to exercise my passion for the theatrical and for colonial architecture. The result is rather dreamy and paradisiacal.

The Warung Enak café in Ubud, which I designed in 2005 with Pintor Sirait, is a little slice

of Funk for lotus-eaters.Pintor is a great co-conspira-

tor and design collaborator. He is my lightning rod, chief emotional adviser, stylist and fan. I could not do what I do — the ‘Stranger’ col-umns in particular — without his educated, arty, fun-loving Indone-sian back-up and support.”

Bali Style“Landscape-wise, Bali Style means an artful, natural romantic gar-den, peopled with statuary and pots. A lotus pond is optional. Fake shrines and temple umbrel-las are ‘Non-U Hindu’.

Interiors-wise, Bali Style means the shabby-chic mix of colonial furniture and local textiles and art, in an indoor-outdoor setting.

The Amandari is the ultimate in Bali Style. Properties like the Novus Taman Bebek, the Tand-jung Sari and the Uma in Ubud are high Camp versions, more like ryokan these days in a sea of new Asian schtick.

I don’t ‘export’ Balinese gar-dens, just commando gardeners, and we do mostly tropical artful natural poetic (I hope) gardens around the world. We always

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strive to be both geographically and culturally referenced. The Ba-linese Garden outside Bali is about as relevant as the fadish Japanese gardens in shopping malls across America in the 1960s.”

Bali’s Best...“My favorite Balinese vista is down the centre of the Pengero-bongan Temple’s main court just as the 100 or so assembled devo-tees are about to go into trance.

A Bali experience of which I’ll never tire is going to Pura Luhur Uluwatu early the first morning of the festival with a busload or two of fellow workers and being there sipping coffee after prayers in the custodians’ pavilion with a view over the Indian Ocean as the gamelan strikes up in the adjacent court and the gods arrive from nearby Ungasan.”

‘Every Balinese seems to be an artist...’“All Balinese are beauty warriors and have a great respect for art. If art is the end goal – of making a garden, or a kite, or a temple look good – then the Balinese throw themselves into it full-heartedly.

They stay loyal till it’s done. It’s been an honor to work with them for the past 40 years and benefit from this passion, and help market it I must add. The Balinese have the manners of princes when they travel abroad and love to show off their Beauty Warrior talents, no ego attached.

Taksu is the energy that artists divine when they create great art. Artisans don’t have it. A perfor-mance or a statue either has it or it doesn’t. There are shrines to this taksu in many mountain villages, and taksu-diviners and healers. The Balinese have a strong belief in taksu. When one sees the grand canal in Venice for the first time and weeps: that’s being hit by Tak-su-enforced beauty.”

On Dance“I come from a long line of dancers (my grandfather was a Lancashire lad who danced with both Chap-lin and Stan Laurel) and I always wanted to be a ballet dancer. I spent 6 years at the Dance Acad-emy (now Institut Seni Indonesia) in Denpasar but didn’t get very far as my tennis coach shoulders got in the way. I love classical Balinese

dance like gambuh and arja (mask plays really) and the Telek celestial nymphs who precede the barong in a classical barong ‘theatre’ be-cause the gestures, costumes and music match the setting. What can I say? I love all classical and tra-ditional dances around the world, especially mystical ones, because they invoke taksu. Sufi song and dance is wonderful...the Bedoyo Ketawang dance performed once a year in Solo is my all-time favor-ite.”

Bali by Night“I am more a morning (Sanur) person but I used to love the mid-night roll call of degenerates at the old Made’s Warung (I was one and didn’t miss a night for years in the late ’70s). These days my main night outing is once a year

to Milo’s birthday party, Scrabble in Sidakarya Village, early dinner at Warung Sulawesi on Jalan Pe-titenget, and, when the World Cup meets Wimbledon once a century, I go to Bali Joe Men’s Club (where they have dual screens) and enjoy the amusing divertissements.”

Sanur vs Ubud“Well, I am a confirmed Sanurite, having grown up in the staff quar-ters of the Tandjung Sari and with the Brahmans of Intaran, but I love the Balinese-Expat parties and gatherings in Ubud. I have many Tjokaholic friends and regard myself as a serf of the Puri Saren Kauh (home of Australia’s own princess in paradise, Jero Asri and her prince-consort the Bendesa Ubud, Tjokorda Kertyasa).”

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Java vs Bali “For cenuries Bali was known as Little Java...it’s funny now that vast stretches of Denpasar and Tuban are now called ‘Little Java’. I spent my formative years in In-donesia in Surabaya and Jakarta so have a soft spot for the Bali-nese’ more soft-pedalling cousins: I adore Solo and the Solonese in particular. Going to Java from Bali these days is like going back to In-donesia!”

Building Bali“Expat homes should be in or on the side of villages, so the resi-dents are one with the village...and the ricefields and seashores spared. Basta. Most of today’s New Asian/Zen Bali Villa architects should be shot for crimes against geometry and theology.

The Balinese culture is a dy-namic one...so who knows how much worse the domestic archi-tecture will get. Already the tem-ples are deserting their gorgeous Majapahit (Javanese) roots in fa-vor of the ghastly trendoid andes-ite. Muscle Mary architects keep building microwave oven-like villas. And every now and then

there is a miracle, like the Alila Uluwatu, which is fresh, original, tropical and, if a few shrines were added, nominally Balinese.”

The Good Old Days“Ah, the glorious fruit salad days of 1970s Kuta/Ubud. Seminyak was just a spooky place no-one went to. East Bali was a two day trek. Nusa Lembongan was an expedition. Sa-nur was middle class and we were all hippies or basket-traders.

The views to the mountains and the sea and the rivers were everywhere. One had to go to Sa-nur for pizza (Da Marco’s). Every second Western person in Ubud was an anthropologist or study-ing dance. The Balinese dragged everyone to the most amazing fes-tivals and ceremonies.”

Flowers“My favorite flower is the Gloriosa Superba, the flower of the Argen-tines, because one can’t say its name without sounding Austra-lian...and it springs up and down when you admire it.”

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made Wijayawww.ptwijaya.comwww.strangerinparadise.com

FoUr seasons resort at jimBaran BayT. +62 361 701010

Pintor sirait (sculptor)www.pintorsirait.com

WarUng enakwww.warungenakbali.com

amandariJl. Raya Kedewatan, Ubud+62 361 975333

noVUs taman BeBekJl. Raya Sayan, Br. Kutuh T. +62 361 975385

made’s WarUngJl Raya Pantai KutaT. +62 361 751923

milo’sJl. Laksamana, SeminyakT. +62 361 730410

WarUng sUlaWesiJl. Petitenget 2000X, KerobokanT. +62 361 7463052 *cash only

Bali joeJl. Dhyana Pura/Abimanyu Arcade 8 T. +62 361 730931

alila Villas UlUWatUJl. Belimbing Sari, Uluwatu T. +62 361 8482166

PUra PengeroBonganJl. WR SupratmanDenpasar Timur

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institUt seni indonesia (isi) denPasarJl. Nusa Indah, Denpasar T. +62 361 227316 www.isi-dps.ac.id

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Novus Gawana Resort and Spa is lo-cated in the West Bali National Park: a destination where the natural environ-ment and adventure meet.

The resort is ideally located for na-ture lovers in the tranquil Menjangan Bay with a stunning view of the clear blue sea and northern Bali’s mountains. The 16 villas on the property comprise 12 Lumbung suites and 4 Mangrove Suites, both types offering a blend of comfort and luxury, decorated el-egantly in natural colors, fabrics and textures.

The Bay restaurant and bar over-looks Menjangan Bay and the man-

grove forest. Experience breakfast at sunrise, or surprise your loved one with a romantic dinner under the stars.

Explore and enjoy activities such as world-class diving, snorkeling at Men-jangan island, horseback riding, bird watching, kayaking, fishing, speedboat cruises, bicycling, jungle trekking, Bali land tours or the Kawah Ijen East Java Adventure. Treat your body and relax your mind at the spa after an active day. Daiva Spa provides traditional and modern techniques, utilizing indig-enous herbs. Relish the treatments from our well-trained therapists in the tranquil atmosphere of Menjangan Bay.

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Hanna art sPaCe

Jl. Raya Pengosekan

T: +62 361 978216.

9.30am – 6pm daily

Since opening its doors in Novem-

ber 2008, Hanna Art Space has

become Bali’s most active con-

temporary art gallery, featuring

monthly exhibitions with senior

and new Indonesian as well as

foreign artists in group and solo

showings of sculpture and other

fine art media. Hanna regularly

presents talented young Balinese

artists.

gaya FUsion

Jl. Raya Sayan

T: +62 361 979252/979253.

9am – 8pm daily

Gaya Fusion Art Space is recog-

nized as one of the leading mod-

ern and contemporary art galler-

ies in Indonesia, renowned for

their contribution and support

of the avant garde. Exhibitions

have included video installations,

combinations of poetry, paintings,

and installations, floor to ceiling

murals, and indoor and outdoor

sculptural installations. Their

bi-monthly exhibitions feature

famous foreign as well as leading

Indonesian artists.

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komaneka Fine art gallery

Jl. Monkey Forest

T: +62 361 976090.

8am – 8pm daily

Komaneka Fine Art Gallery has

created an art space for the com-

munity of art lovers, collectors,

artists and sculptors whose pas-

sion is contemporary artistic

expression. They host six exhi-

bitions a year featuring master

Indonesian artists as well as those

participating in its committed

program to sponsor rising stars of

the Indonesian art world.

tony raka art gallery

Jl. Raya Mas 86, Mas

T: +62 361 7816785.

9am – 5pm daily

This architecturally spacious gal-

lery lends a wonderful ambience to

viewing large scale contemporary

artworks. Bimonthly exhibitions

feature solo and group shows with

senior and new Indonesian artists

as well as leading foreign artists

residing in Bali. The gallery plays

a valuable role in conducting art

events and forums as well as pro-

moting contemporary art.

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Bali, and the Ubud area in particular, is renowned as a

magnet for artists from around Indonesia and the rest of

the world. This vibrant creativity can be experienced at a

number of galleries around Ubud.Komaneka Fine Art Gallery


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#5symon’s art Zoo

Jl. Raya Campuhan

T: +62 361 974721

9am – 6pm daily

Perched on the Campuhan Hill,

Symon’s Art Zoo Studio is an art

adventure destination. This large

dynamic venue is both a gallery

and studio for the artist and his

team of Balinese collaborators.

On display are sculptures and

fine art paintings in Symon’s sig-

nature pop art style of Balinese

landscapes and figurative paint-

ings. An extraordinary visual and

imaginative experience awaits

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tHe Han snel gallery

Jl. Kajeng

T: +62 361 975699

Daily 9am – 6pm.

The gallery pays tribute to the

creative journey of Holland-born

painter Han Snel who resided in

Bali for 30 years. Smitten by the

very soul of the island his work

ranged from abstracts through to

his vibrant depictions of Balinese

women. Take a glimpse into the

life of the foreign artist and his

creative responses to the exotic

environment.

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Pranoto’s art gallery

Jl. Raya Ubud

T: +62 361 970827

10am – 5pm.

Pranoto’s Art Gallery hosts week-

ly life-drawing model sessions,

regular exhibitions and

has a fine art collection of paint-

ings by Indonesian and interna-

tional artists. The gallery is run

by an artistic couple – Pranoto

and his wife Kerry Pendergast –

who are long time supporters of

the Ubud art community.

BCaC – Bali Center For artis-

tiC CreatiVity.

Nyoman Ada Gallery,

Jl Raya Petulu

T: +62 361 970034,

+6281219968443

Director Bruce Sherratt is a classi-

cally trained artist with over forty

years of painting and teaching on

several continents. The BCAC of-

fers artistic instruction from the

beginner level up until the art ed-

ucator, catering for individuals to

small and medium size classes.

Classes are offered in all manner

of artistic expression including

the Steiner Color Theory, and stu-

dents also have the opportunity

to work alongside Balinese art-

ists. Also worth visiting to view

Bruce’s own striking surrealist

work, and the adjacent galleries

that are bursting with works from

every significant phase of Bali-

nese art.

neka art mUseUm

Jl. Raya Sanggingan

T: +62 361 975074

8am – 5pm daily.

The Neka houses the largest and

finest collection of Indonesian art

in Bali. The many pavilions show-

case classical and traditional art

as well as the individual talents

of masters such as Gusti Lempard

and Arie Smit. Also an impressive

collection of works by influential

foreign artists who resided in

Bali.

BCAC – Bali Center for Artistic Creativity.

The BCAC offers artistic instruc-tion from the beginner level up until the art educator, catering for individuals to small and medium size classes.

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The collection includes classical and traditional works and also an excellent assortment of contem-porary works by Balinese artists, Gunarsa, Made Wianta and Ida Bagus Indra.

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Jl. Raya Pengosekan

T: +62 361 976659.

9am – 6pm daily.

The ARMA is not only a museum,

it is a centre for the visual and

performing arts of Bali.

This large complex set in beautiful

surroundings showcases Balinese

architecture as well as a superb

collection of classical and modern

traditional Balinese sculptures

and paintings. The contemporary

fine art collection features highly

regarded national and interna-

tional artists. Cultural workshops

are available as well as facilities

for training and conferences.

mUseUm PUri lUkisan

Jl. Raya Ubud

T: +62 361 971159

9am – 5pm daily except for Bali-

nese holidays.

The oldest and most historically

important art museum in Ubud.

The 3 pavilions set in lush tropi-

cal gardens present an overview

of the development of modern tra-

ditional Balinese art, with a fine

collection of wood carvings and

paintings by the master Balinese

artists spanning the decades from

1930 until the present. The muse-

um stages twice-yearly temporary

exhibitions, and cultural work-

shops are available to the public.

mUseUm rUdana

Jl. Raya Cok Rai Pudak 44, Peliatan

T: +62 361 975779

9am – 5pm daily.

The Museum Rudana pays hom-

age to Indonesia and the Balinese

people through the collection and

preservation of important works

of fine art. The collection includes

classical and traditional works

and also an excellent assortment

of contemporary works by Bali-

nese artists, Gunarsa, Made Wi-

anta and Ida Bagus Indra. There

are numerous other galleries on

the beautiful location with works

for sale to the public.

BlanCo renaissanCe mUseUm

Jl. Raya Campuhan

T: +62 361 975502

9am – 5pm daily.

Experience the extraordinary

world of the Manila-born Span-

ish Maestro Don Antonio Blanco.

Located in wonderful surround-

ings above the Campuhan River,

his museum features his roman-

tic and sensual expressions of his

beautiful Balinese wife and his

many other female models. Visit

his house and studio to venture

further into the fantasy world of

this famous and eccentric char-

acter.

TONY RAKA ART GALLERY

Bimonthly exhibitions feature solo and group shows with senior and new Indonesian artists as well as leading foreign artists residing in Bali.

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Beachside resort in south kuta.10% savings on best available rates• 15% savings on total food bill at gracie kelly’s & golden •

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WHERE To STAY

gREEN gARDEN HoTEL

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FEBRI’S HoTEL & SPAJl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Kuta

Centrally located hotel with contemporary design and relaxing swimming pool.

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HoLIDAY INN RESoRT BARUNA BALIJl. Wana Segara No. 33, Kuta

Beachfront family-friendly resort.30% savings on best available rates on rooms•

15% savings on Rupiah rate packages, incl. breakfast •

for 2 at PaLms (valid for indonesians/kiTas holders)

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gREEN gARDEN BEACH RESoRT


intimate boutique resort in Tuban village. 25% savings on website rack rates•

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THE PATRA BALI RESoRT & VILLAS

Jl. Ir. H. Juanda, Tuban, Kuta

Beachfront resort close to Bali’s international airport.50% savings on published rates• 20% savings on total F&B• 20% savings on spa treatments•

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T. +62 361 751 161


BALI gARDEN BEACH RESoRTJl. Dewi Sartika, Tuban, Kuta

Conveniently located hotel right on kuta beach.50% savings on published rates• 15% savings on total bill at Boardwalk •

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WHERE To STAY

WWW.hoTELkaRThi.Com

T. +62 361 754 810


HoTEL KARTHI


Budget accommodation in the heart of kuta.10% savings on website rack rates• 10% savings on treatments at Feline salon•

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RAmAYANA RESoRT & SPAJl. Bakung Sari, Kuta

Beachside resort in south kuta.40% savings on published rates•

20% savings on total food bill at restaurant•

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T. +62 361 751 864


RAmADA BINTANg BALI RESoRTJl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Kuta

Resort set in more than 6 hectares of tropical gardens by the beach.

50% savings on published rates for superior and • Deluxe Rooms

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THE VIRA BALI HoTEL


Tranquil property in the heart of kuta.15% savings on total bill at the grill Corner•

10% savings on internet rates•

WWW.ThEviRaBaLi.Com

T. +62 361 765 700


RISATA BALI RESoRT & SPA

Jl. Wanasegara, Tuban, Kuta Rooms and suites in a tropical landscaped setting.

50% savings on published rates• 15% savings on spa treatments• 15% savings on total bill at Pandan Bali Restaurant•

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T. +62 361 753 340


RAmA BEACH RESoRT & VILLASJl. Jenggala, Tuban, Kuta

Rooms, villas, and cottages in a spacious tropical garden.40% savings on published rates•

15% savings on total food bill•

15% savings on spa treatments•

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WHERE To DINE

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TEPAN NooDLE*Japanese

Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, Jl. Kartika Plaza, Kuta

one of the most reasonably priced asian restaurants in Bali. 15% savings on total bill •

THE PoND*International


a la carte asian and international cuisines. 15% savings on total bill •


T. +62 361 751 067


SUNSET LoUNgE*Bar


alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, cocktails and light snacks.

15% savings on total bill •


T. +62 361 751 067


KULKUL PooL BAR*Bar


Light snacks, sandwiches, pizzas, ice cream and refreshing drinks in the pool.

15% savings on total bill •

BoARDWALK*International

Bali Garden Beach ResortJl. Dewi Sartika, Kuta

mediterranean cuisine in a beachfront setting.

15% savings on total bill•

WWW.BaLigaRDEnBEaChREsoT.Com

T. +62 361 752 725


WWW.BaLi.quEEnsTanDooR.Com

T. +62 361 765 988


QUEENS’S oF INDIA *Indian

Bali Dynasty Resort, Jl. Kartika Plaza, Kuta

authentic fine indian cuisine.

15% savings on total bill (except alcoholic drinks)•

LA CUCINA*Italian


italian open air restaurant with a show kitchen. 15% savings on total bill •


T. +62 361 751 067


gRACIE KELLY’S*Bar


Bali’s first and only original irish pub.15% savings on total food bill •

WWW.BaLiDYnasTY.Com

T. +62 361 752 403



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WHAT To DoTEA TREE SPAHoliday Inn Resort Baruna Bali Jl. Wana Segara No. 33, Kuta

Full-day pampering or choose from an a la carte menu of treatments.

15% savings on all treatments•

WWW.hoLiDaYinnREsoRTs.Com

T. +62 361 755 577


WHERE To DINEgoLDEN LoTUS*Chinese


authentic Chinese cuisine.15% savings on total food bill •

WWW.BaLiDYnasTY.Com

T. +62 361 752 403


KUNYIT BALI*Balinese

Hotel Santika Premiere Beach Resort Bali

Jl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban

award-winning authentic Balinese cuisine.

15% savings on total bill (except alcoholic drinks) •

WWW.sanTikaBaLi.Com

T. +62 361 751 267


gABAH*Indonesian

Ramayana Resort & Spa, Jl. Bakung Sari, Kuta

Poolview restaurant and bar.


WWW.RamaYanahoTEL.Com

T. +62 361 751 864


DEWI SINTA*International

Rama Beach Resort & Villas, Jl. Jenggala, Tuban, Kuta

a selection of Balinese and Western dishes.



T. +62 361 751 557


THE gRILL CoRNER *Asian & Western

The Vira Bali Hotel, Jl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Kuta

Relaxed al fresco dining.


WWW.ThEviRaBaLi.Com

T. +62 361 765 700


PANDAN BALI RESTAURANT*International

Risata Bali Resort & Spa, Jl. Wanasegara, Tuban, Kuta all-day dining overlooking resort pool.


WWW.RisaTaBaLi.Com

T. +62 361 753 340


BALI BRASSERIE DINE & LoUNgE*International

Bali Rani Hotel, Jl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Kuta modern cafe-bar with casual atmosphere.


WWW.BaLiRanihoTEL.Com

T. +62 361 751 369


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gIRI LoKARama Beach Resort & Villas, Jl. Jenggala, Tuban, Kuta

offering a range of spa and beauty treatments.



T. +62 361 751 557


SUKHA SPARisata Bali Resort & Spa, Jl. Wanasegara, Tuban, Kuta Treatments and therapies in a serene ambience.


WWW.RisaTaBaLi.Com

T. +62 361 753 340


BELLA RoSA* Italian

Padma Resort Bali at Legian, Jl. Padma No. 1

Fine dining establishment specializing in italian cuisine.


WWW.PaDmaREsoRTBaLi.Com

T. +62 361 752 111


THETA SPAJl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Kuta

Traditionally inspired treatments in a contemporary setting.15% savings on all treatments•

WWW.ThETasPa.Com

T. +62 361 755 726


WHERE To DINED’ToPENg KINgDom*International & Indonesian

Jl. Setiabudi No. 10, Simpang Siur, Kuta

Restaurant within indonesian art heritage museum.20% savings on total food bill (a la carte)•

WWW.DToPEngkingDommusEum.Com

T. +62 361 764 777


WHAT To DoD’ToPENg KINgDom gALLERYJl. Setiabudi No. 10, Simpang Siur, Kuta

gallery within indonesian art heritage museum.20% savings storewide for direct walk in•


T. +62 361 764 777


D’ToPENg KINgDom HERITAgE ART mUSEUmJl. Setiabudi No. 10, Simpang Siur, Kuta

indonesian art heritage museum.20% savings on entrance fee for walk in guests•


T. +62 361 764 777


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WHERE To STAYPADmA RESoRT BALI AT LEgIANJl. Padma No. 1, Legian

Comfortable accommodation within 6.8 hectares of garden.10% savings on daily rates, incl. airport transfer (min. • 2-night stay)15% savings on total bill at Bella Rosa, Tenkai & Taman • ayun Restaurants


T. +62 361 752 111


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TENKAI* Japanese


Extensive menu in minimalist garden setting.



T. +62 361 752 111


TAmAN AYUN CAFE & LoUNgE* Coffee Shop


indonesian and continental cuisine in a laidback ambience, nightly performances.



T. +62 361 752 111


THE DELI* Deli


For fans of sweets, ice cream, cakes and other delectable bites.



T. +62 361 752 111


THE BARoNg PooL BAR & CAFE*Asian & Western


open kitchen concept in tropical lagoon area.



T. +62 361 752 111


THE WoLAS VILLA & SPAJl. Yudistira No. 18, Seminyak

Rooms, villas, and cottages in a spacious tropical garden.35% savings on published rates (low season)•

25% savings on published rates (high & peak seasons)•


WWW.ThEWoLasviLLas.Com

T. +62 361 734 218


zIVA, A BoUTIQUE VILLAJl. Braban No. 80, Seminyak

Rooms, villas, and cottages in a spacious tropical garden.10% savings on internet rates, incl. breakfast•

Complimentary 2-hour massage with a minimum of 3 •

nights’ stay

WWW.zivaviLLa.Com

T. +62 361 8478 202


HoTEL VILA LUmBUNgJl. Raya Petitenget No. 1000X, Seminyak

Exotic Balinese boutique style resort.

25% savings on best available rates or published rates•

10% savings on total food bill at the Lumbung Restaurant•

WWW.hoTELLumBung.Com

T. +62 361 730 204


WWW.BaLi.quEEnsTanDooR.Com

T. +62 361 732 770


QUEENS’S TANDooR *Indian

Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 73

authentic fine indian cuisine.

15% savings on total bill (except alcoholic drinks)•

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THE PAVILIoNS, BALI Jl. Danau Tamblingan No. 76, Sanur

25-villa Relais & Chateaux property by the sea.

30% savings on published rates, incl. breakfast•

WWW.BaLiPaviLions.Com

T. +62 361 288 381


BALIBEACH goLF CoURSE

Jl. Hang Tuah No. 58. Sanur

Course designed to challenge golfers of all skill levels.

10% savings on green fees•

WWW.BaLiBEaChgoLFCouRsE.Com

T. +62 361 287 733


CAFE moKA*Cafe

Jl. Raya Seminyak

French pastry and bakery shop and cafe.

10% savings on party cakes (order one day in advance)•

T. +62 361 731 424


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HoTEL TUgU BALI Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu Beach

Romantic boutique hotel by the beach.20% savings on published rates• 20% savings on total food bill at Bale sutra• 10% savings on total food bill at Tugu Dining• 10% savings on spa treatments at Waroeng Djamoe spa •

WWW.TuguhoTELs.Com

T. +62 361 731 701


BALE SUTRA*Chinese, Babah Peranakan

Hotel Tugu BaliJl. Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu Beach

oriental cuisine influenced by Babah Peranakan culture.20% savings on total food bill•

WWW.TuguhoTELs.Com

T. +62 361 731 701


WARoENg DJAmoE Tugu Hotel BaliJl. Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu Beach

spa treatments that draw on traditional javanese wisdom.10% savings on spa treatments•

WWW.TuguhoTELs.Com

T. +62 361 731 701


WHAT To Do

WHERE To DINECAFE moKA*Cafe

Jl. Raya Semer, Kerobokan



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WAKA mAYA RESoRTJl. Tanjung, Sanur

Balinese-style dwellings in a secluded environment.20% savings on published rates • 15% savings on total food bill•

WWW.WakamaYa.Com

T. +62 361 289 912

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Bali Collection Blok A6 No.2, Nusa Dua

Fine japanese dining, complimentary transport within nusa Dua area.


WWW.hanaBi-BaLi.Com

T. +62 361 774 506


mUSASHI*Japanese

Jl. Terompong Br Peminge Kel. Benoa, Nusa Dua

japanese dining with yakiniku and original cocktails.


T. +62 361 773 535


LoCo CAFE 2*International

Bali Collection Blok A17 no 4, Nusa Dua

Restaurant and bar with complimentary transport in the nusa Dua area.


WWW.LoCoCaFE.Com

T. +62 361 776 798


LAgUNA gARDEN RESTAURANT*International

Jl. Pantai Mengiat Nusa Dua, andBali Collection Blok AG 5 Nusa Dua

Continental cuisine in a tropical setting.


T. +62 361 755 714 (jL. PanTai mEngiaT)

T. +62 361 778 915 (BaLi CoLLECTion


mATSURI JAPANESE RESTAURANTI*Japanese

Bali Collection Shopping Center Blok A 21, Nusa Dua

sushi and teppanyaki, with option of dining in private rooms.

10% savings on food bill•

T. +62 361 772 267


LAgUNA gARDEN RESTAURANT*International

Jl. Pratama, Tanjung Benoa

Continental cuisine in a tropical setting.


T. +62 361 773 525


WWW.WakaEXPERiEnCE.Com

T. +62 361 723 629


THE WAKA EXPERIENCE

Jl. Imam Bonjol, Denpasar

sharing the sights, sounds, and tastes of Bali.

20% savings on published rates•

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KLAPA*International

Jl. New Kuta Beach, Pecatu Indah

situated by the beach formerly known as Dreamland.


WWW.kLaPa-nEWkuTaBEaCh.Com

T. +62 361 8484 581


tel. 772267Bali Collection Shopping Centre

Block A-21, Nusa Dua

Tourism Area, 80363 Bali

営業時間：11:30～23:00 無休

ヌサドゥア地区内無料送迎

ほっとする和食・・・それとも豪華な鉄板焼き・・・バリコレクションでのお買い物のついでにどうぞ

ほっとする和食・・・それとも豪華な鉄板焼き・・・バリコレクションでのお買い物のついでにどうぞ


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KomANEKA AT TANggAYUDABanjar Tanggayuda, Kedewatan, UbudProperty in an enchanting and secluded setting overlooking the oos River.

30% savings on published rates (net/room/night)• 20% savings on food bill at restaurant• 20% savings on all spa treatments•

WWW.komanEka.Com

T. +62 361 978 123


WHERE To DINECAFE moKA*Cafe

Jl. Raya Ubud



T. +62 361 972 881


WHAT To DoBALI ADVENTURE ToURS: RAFTINg

Desa Kedewatan, Ubud, Gianyar and Desa Carangsari

Bali adventure white water rafting centers.15% savings on published rates for rafting activities•

W. WWW.BaLiaDvEnTuRETouRs.Com

T. +62 361 721 480


ELEPHANT SAFARI PARK LoDgEDesa Taro, Tegallalang, Ubud

Luxury private 25-room safari-style lodge.15% savings on published rates for elephant ride activi-• ties (except park admissions)

W. WWW.ELEPhanTsaFaRiPaRkLoDgE.Com

T. +62 361 721 480


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WAKA NAmYA RESoRT AND SPAJl. Penestanan, Ubud a haven of quiet in the heart of Penestanan.

20% savings on best published rates• 15% savings on total food & drink (valid for direct • bookings only)

WWW.WakanamYa.Com

T. +62 361 975 719

[email protected]

WAKA SHoREA RESoRT West Bali National Park, Labuan Lalang, Singaraja

Secluded resort on the peninsula of Bali’s national park.20% savings on published rates • 15% savings on total bill at restaurant•

WWW.WakashoREa.Com

T. +62 362 944 99

WWW.Wakagangga.Com

T. +62 361 416 257


WAKA gANggA RESoRT Banjar Nyeh Gangga, Desa Sudimara

10 bungalows on gently sloping rice terraces by a black sand beach close to Tanah Lot.

20% savings on published rates: stay 5 nights, pay 4 • nights 15% savings on total bill at restaurant•

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WAKA DI UmEJl. Suweta, Sambahan, Ubud Relaxing resort flanked by rice fields.

10% savings on best published rates• 15% savings on total food & drink (valid for direct • bookings only)

WWW.WakaDiumE.Com

T. +62 361 975 719

[email protected]

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HoTEL TUgU LomBoK Jl. Pantai Sire, West Lombok a 6-hectare property by the untouched white sands of sire.

20% savings on published rates• 10% savings on total food bill at Tugu Dining•

10% savings on spa treatments at hening swarga spa•

WWW.TuguhoTELs.Com

T. +62 370 6120 111


WHERE To DINETUgU DININg*Chinese –Babah Peranakan

Tugu Hotel LombokJl. Pantai Sire, West Lombok

unique authentic dining experiences with different themes and venues.

10% savings on total food bill •

WWW.TuguhoTELs.Com

T. +62 370 6120 111


WHAT To DoHENINg SWARgA SPATugu Hotel LombokJl. Pantai Sire, West Lombok

Tranquil spa using products containing organic herbs and spices from the hinterland of Lombok

10% savings on spa treatments •

WWW.TuguhoTELs.Com

T. +62 370 6120 111


WAKA NUSA RESoRTBanjar Kaja, Desa Lembongan, Kecamatan Nusa Penida

grass-roofed bungalows on nusa Penida island.20% savings on published rates• stay 5 nights pay only 4 nights • 15% savings on total bill at restaurant•

WWW.Wakanusa.Com

T. +62 361 484 085

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TERmS AND CoNDITIoNS:

Unless otherwise stated, offers are valid until April 30, 2011. •

Payments must be made on American Express• ® Card.

Offers cannot be exchanged for cash and in conjunction with other •

offers, promotions, privileges and vouchers.

Offers are valid for direct bookings only and not valid on Eves of •

Public Holidays, Public Holidays, and special occasions.

Dining offers are valid for dine-in only and limited per visit/card/•

charge/table.

Unless otherwise stated, advance reservations are required for offers •

under lodging and travel categories.

Rooms, upgrades, and other complimentary offers are subject to •

availability.

Some lodging offers are subject to high season surcharge and/or •

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Other terms and conditions may apply. •

PT. Bank Danamon Indonesia Tbk. and the business establishments •

reserve the right to change the terms and conditions at any time

without prior notice.

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ESSENTIAL ISLAND INFO

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Bali Tourism BoardJl. Raya Puputan 41, Renon, DenpasarT: +62 361 235600

Bali Government Tourist OfficeJl. S. Parman, Niti Mandala – Renon, DenpasarPhone: +62 361 222 387www.dipardabali.com

transPort

Bali Car Rentals Jl. Tunjung Sari Permai 20, Denpasar (24-hour )T: +62 811 380699, +62 361 418 381 www.balicarrentals.com

TRAC Astra Rent A Car Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran T: +62 361 703 333Jl. Ngurah Rai International Airport, Intl. Arrivals.T: +62 361 75 3744

Airport TaxiT: +62 361 751 011 ext. 1611

Bali Taxi Phone: +62 361 701 111

money

American ExpressPT. Bank Danamon IndonesiaJl. Legian 87, KutaT: +62 361 757 510

emergenCy serViCes

Police: 110fire Department: 113Ambulance: 118Search & Rescue:111/115/151

Bali International Medical Center (BIMC) (24-hour)Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100XT: +62 361 761263www.bimcbali.com

International SOSJl.Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X T: +62 361 710505www.sos-bali.com

Ubud Clinic (24 Hours) Jl. Raya Campuhan 36T: +62 361 974911

Bali 911 Dental Clinic Jl. Pattimura No. 9, DenpasarT: +62 361 249749

Postal serViCes

Central Post Office Jl. Raya Puputan, RenonT: +62 361 223566

Kuta Post Office Jl. Raya Kuta, Gg. Selamat. T: +62 361 754012

fedex Bali Jl By Pas Ngurah Rai 72, Kuta T: +62 361 701727

DHLJl. Legian 451, KutaT: +62 361 762138

neWsPaPers

Bali PostBali’s leading newspaper written in Bahasa Indonesiawww.balipost.com

Bali TimesBali’s weekly English-language newspaper.www.thebalitimes.com

magaZines/WeBsites

The Bud Magazine The Yak MagazineStylish guides to Ubud and Seminyak (www.theyakmag.com).

Hello Bali MagazineA lighthearted monthly look at island life (www.hellobalimagazine.com).

fRV MagazineBi-monthly focusing on restaurants and accommodation in Bali and the region (www.finerestaurantsandvillas.com).

The Beat Magazine BaliAn entertainment & gig guide for the island (www.beatmag.com).

Bali Style MagazineHome living and decor magazine (www.balistylemag.com).

Bali DiscoveryNews, practical tips, and special offers:www.balidiscovery.com

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