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Villa Maghabo is designed for total privacy and comfort with only 2 three-bedroom villas, each located in a private walled compound with its own private swimming pool and garden. Upon entering the villa compound you …

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Kajane Mua Villas
Friday, 7 Nov, 2008 – 13:50 | One Comment
Kajane Mua Villas

From the moment entering, pass the dramatic pathway into the exquisite landscape, a blend of a balmy Balinese atmosphere and a modern sense, will transport you into a different world of stay; A serenity and privacy promise …

Kayumanis Ubud
Thursday, 6 Nov, 2008 – 16:49 | No Comment
Kayumanis Ubud

Kayumanis Ubud is a discrete, intimate hideaway in the heart of Bali’s mystical Ubud. Nestled amongst groves of cinnamon trees and fragrant blooms, this haven is situated overlooking a tropical forest and the gently flowing …

Political Campaign in Bali
Wednesday, 5 Nov, 2008 – 15:12 | No Comment
Political Campaign in Bali

Indonesian General Election is approaching; the legislative candidates promote themselves zealously, you can see ballyhoos, posters, and banners of the candidates line up on both side of the street and on the strategic places such …

Recipe for Babi Guling
Tuesday, 4 Nov, 2008 – 18:43 | No Comment
Recipe for Babi Guling

Babi Guling or suckling pig is indisputable magnum opus of Balinese cuisine. As a matter of fact, cooking a Babi Guling does not require many ingredients but surely require a great effort especially when you …

Vacation a la Balinese
Wednesday, 29 Oct, 2008 – 15:32 | No Comment
Vacation a la Balinese

Each month, thousands of people from every corner of the world come to Bali to spend their holidays. Bali and vacation seems to be two inseparable things but then some interesting question arise “do Balinese …

Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem
Sunday, 19 Oct, 2008 – 7:14 | No Comment
Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem

Balinese are familiar with a famous name of Ida Bagus Mantra; a man who had done so many things in order to preserve Balinese art and culture during 1978-1988. Yet Mantra is not the only …

Chapel of Love at The Ritz-Carlton
Saturday, 18 Oct, 2008 – 7:00 | No Comment
Chapel of Love at The Ritz-Carlton

A wedding at The Ritz-Carlton sets a new standard in romantic elegance. From bridal showers at afternoon tea to martini nights for bachelor parties, we offer the most comprehensive wedding services and specialize in creating …

Ramayana Performance Hanoman Obong at Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008
Thursday, 16 Oct, 2008 – 17:02 | 3 Comments
Ramayana Performance Hanoman Obong at Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008

Many traditional art performers from various parts of Indonesia gave their best performance in Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008. One of the 5-star performances in Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008 was Ramayana Performance Hanoman Obong performed by …

Tonight is a Special Night
Tuesday, 14 Oct, 2008 – 15:10 | One Comment
Tonight is a Special Night

Tonight is a special moment for the visitors, who come to Bali to enjoy or to study the culture of paradise island of Bali, since many temple ceremonies all over the paradise island of Bali …

The Opening of Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008
Sunday, 12 Oct, 2008 – 7:14 | No Comment
The Opening of Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008

From 10 to 14 October 2008, the Bali Tourism Development Corporation (BTDC) is again holding the annual Nusa Dua Fiesta at the Peninsula, Nusa Dua, Bali, the same venue that hosted the Climate Change conference …

Batam Food Festival 2008
Monday, 6 Oct, 2008 – 13:55 | One Comment
Batam Food Festival 2008

BATAM FOOD FESTIVAL 2008

Have You been ‘thinking’ of your hometown food lately?
Ever missed your ‘hometown’ cook?
This is an easy-solving thing; Go to Batam!!

Hottest Issue in Bali
Monday, 29 Sep, 2008 – 16:07 | One Comment
Hottest Issue in Bali

Balinese NGOs and Parisada (Priest Association) are on their edge on issue on the sacred area of Uluwatu temple. The emergence of villas in the sacred area around Uluwatu temple which violate the Bhisama (edict …

Balinese People Struggle Monument (Bajra Sandi)
Sunday, 28 Sep, 2008 – 16:15 | No Comment
Balinese People Struggle Monument (Bajra Sandi)

A hidden wonderful place has been found, in the heart of Denpasar; it stands firmly on the center of a very wide green yard. No one will expect amazing spectacles inside of this monument. Balinese …

A Balinese Way in Expressing Love to the Parents
Friday, 26 Sep, 2008 – 15:20 | One Comment
A Balinese Way in Expressing Love to the Parents

Each culture in the world has its own way on showing one’s love to his parents, and Balinese of course have some unique way to express their love to their parents, one of them is …

Through the Eyes of Researcher: Healers in Bali
Thursday, 25 Sep, 2008 – 17:34 | One Comment
Through the Eyes of Researcher: Healers in Bali

Here is an interesting paper on healers in Bali that is written Hoyt Edge. The paper is entitled “Healers in Bali”.

Healers in Bali are a good example of practitioners of magico-medical knowledge. Their medical …

Balinese’s View on Pregnancy
Wednesday, 24 Sep, 2008 – 14:28 | One Comment
Balinese’s View on Pregnancy

Pregnancy is always a delicate case for Balinese, many superstitions or myths in relation with pregnancy still prevail in Balinese culture and widely believe by Balinese. Moreover Balinese believe that pregnancy period is a vulnerable …

Walking and Balinese
Tuesday, 23 Sep, 2008 – 13:48 | No Comment
Walking and Balinese

Nowadays, in Bali, walking has become an exclusive activity that mostly done by foreigners or peddlers. In the last few decades less and less Balinese walk to their destination. We prefer to ride our motorcycle …

Labuan Sait Beach
Saturday, 20 Sep, 2008 – 15:45 | No Comment
Labuan Sait Beach

Indeed, Bali is an area where beautiful beaches can easily be found. The most famous beach is Kuta. Thus Kuta is flocked by many tourists. This causes for some people Kuta become not so comfortable …

St. Regis Bali Resort, Nusa dua
Friday, 19 Sep, 2008 – 15:20 | 2 Comments
St. Regis Bali Resort, Nusa dua

Bali is a land of lush forests, tropical climate, and pristine beaches touched by the warm Indian Ocean. Volcanoes tower over the island landscape, rising above clouds and rice fields to form intricate patterns on …

Lumbung: From Storing Rice to Housing Tourists
Tuesday, 16 Sep, 2008 – 14:57 | No Comment
Lumbung: From Storing Rice to Housing Tourists

Lumbung or Balinese rice barn is a Balinese traditional architecture that is used by Balinese to store rice after the harvest, nowadays, is quite hard to be found in the agricultural areas of Bali but …

Prana Spa
Monday, 15 Sep, 2008 – 13:20 | 7 Comments
Prana Spa

“Spa” is one of magic words for the travelers who spend their holiday in Bali. And Prana Spa understands this very well; this award-winning spa establishment transforms their treatments into wonderful experiences and gives a …

Book your dream honeymoon in Bali
Sunday, 14 Sep, 2008 – 16:17 | One Comment
Book your dream honeymoon in Bali

When you’re ready to leave the luxury of your hotel and have some fun, Bali offers an almost overwhelming array of choices. In the mood for some athletic action? Bali’s got it all. Water sports …

Bali Offers The Ultimate in Honeymoon Pleasure
Saturday, 13 Sep, 2008 – 7:54 | No Comment
Bali Offers The Ultimate in Honeymoon Pleasure

Imagine a land of endless summer, where ocean breezes rustle through the coconut palms …

Temple for Traders and Businessmen
Friday, 12 Sep, 2008 – 15:55 | 2 Comments
Temple for Traders and Businessmen

If the government and private company officials has Kerta Kawat temple a place for requesting advancement in career, then the traders and businessmen has Melanting temple for requesting prosperity and good luck.

As a matter of …

Kerta Kawat Temple
Thursday, 11 Sep, 2008 – 14:09 | No Comment
Kerta Kawat Temple

Among thousands of temples in Bali, there are few functional temples which each has a special relationship with particular a profession such as Kerta Kawat temple that is located in Banyupoh village, Gerogak district, Buleleng …

Social Functions of Balinese Traditional Performing Arts
Wednesday, 10 Sep, 2008 – 17:01 | 2 Comments
Social Functions of Balinese Traditional Performing Arts

Here is an interesting article in relation with the social function of traditional of Balinese performing art. This interesting article is an excerpt that is taken from a paper entitled “Creating Modern Traditions in Balinese …

Villa Mahapala in Sanur Bali
Tuesday, 9 Sep, 2008 – 9:21 | One Comment
Villa Mahapala in Sanur Bali

Villa Mahapala in Sanur Bali is a luxury resort villa featuring the twelve zodiac signs illustrated in particular kind and enrich the holidays with unforgettable impressions.

Traders of Kuta Beach
Monday, 8 Sep, 2008 – 11:38 | No Comment
Traders of Kuta Beach

Tourism surely attracts people to work in that field. They vie for many kinds of jobs from a luxurious provider services to the modest class services. But the last are often despised by others.
As what …

Lingsar Temple
Friday, 5 Sep, 2008 – 15:00 | One Comment
Lingsar Temple

Lingsar temple, at first glance, resembles any other Hindu temple in Bali and Lombok but if we take a closer look and find some information in relation with this temple, we will find that Lingsar …

Meru Temple
Thursday, 4 Sep, 2008 – 15:12 | No Comment
Meru Temple

The second largest city in Lombok, Cakranegara houses an important temple for Hindu follower in Lombok. This architecture beauty is a remnant of the Karangasem Kingdom of Bali, when it ruled Lombok in the past. …

Adi Assri Hotel – Pemuteran
Monday, 1 Sep, 2008 – 15:21 | One Comment
Adi Assri Hotel – Pemuteran

Location:
Located in Pemuteran, a small fishing village in Northern Bali, the Adi Assri beach resort is the perfect spot to stay while visiting Bali. Our beach-front cottages offer the finest luxury accommodations. Close to the …

Wedding at Discovery Kartika Plaza
Sunday, 31 Aug, 2008 – 8:09 | No Comment
Wedding at Discovery Kartika Plaza

Wedding in Bali is not a dream. Discovery Kartika Plaza …

The Santosa Villas & Resort, Senggigi Lombok
Monday, 25 Aug, 2008 – 14:50 | 2 Comments
The Santosa Villas & Resort, Senggigi Lombok

The Santosa Villas & Resort is the new brand of hotel in East Indonesia, located at Senggigi-Lombok. After the re-branding, The Santosa Villas & Resort re-born with the new image and concept. We are …

Sade Traditonal Village
Monday, 25 Aug, 2008 – 12:16 | One Comment
Sade Traditonal Village

The island of Lombok, which lies next to Bali, is not just blessed with beautiful beaches and unspoiled natural panoramas but also rich in traditional culture; and the most popular icon of Lombok’s culture (even …

Kuta Seaview Cottage
Sunday, 24 Aug, 2008 – 10:45 | No Comment
Kuta Seaview Cottage

Kuta Seaview Cottage strategically located on the long golden sandy Kuta beach, well known for its surfing beach and as one of magnificent sunset in the world, provides an everlasting bliss for those craving for …

Grand Balisani Suites
Saturday, 23 Aug, 2008 – 14:31 | One Comment
Grand Balisani Suites

This unusual resort is an enclave of villas and suites set amidst lush tropical gardens overlooking a tranquil expanse of golden sand beach on the south west coast of Bali. Grand Balisani Suites …

Sindang Gila Waterfall
Friday, 22 Aug, 2008 – 15:44 | One Comment
Sindang Gila Waterfall

If you happen to take a vacation in the island of Lombok don’t miss the Sindang (Sendang) Gila waterfall. The Sindang Gila waterfall is located in Senaru Village around 2,5 hours drive from Mataram …

Sukarare, Lombok
Tuesday, 19 Aug, 2008 – 18:53 | No Comment
Sukarare, Lombok

Sukarare
This is a village of traditional weavers south of Cakranegara, Lombok known for its brightly patterned songket cloth. The techniques, …

Gili Trawangan, Lombok
Friday, 15 Aug, 2008 – 16:43 | No Comment
Gili Trawangan, Lombok

Gili Trawangan is the largest of three Lombok’s Gili Islands (Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air) and is the only one to rise significantly above sea level. It is 3 km long and 2 …

Makepung (Buffalo Race)
Thursday, 14 Aug, 2008 – 18:07 | No Comment
Makepung (Buffalo Race)

On Sunday, 10th August 2008, hundreds of people people thronged Babakan field, Kaliakah village, last Sunday. Some people screamed cheering when two couples of buffalo started to run. On the other side, the other …