Taken from Associated Press
Commemoration of the 9/11 terror attacks is bound to lead some travelers to wonder about safety, especially for overseas travel.
Fortunately, traveling around the world is still statistically no more dangerous than traveling …

The Slovakian Embassy in Jakarta has announced the opening of the honorary Consulate of Slovakia in Denpasar, Bali, which will officially commence operation on November 1.
The growing exchange of travelers and entrepreneurs between the two …

Can anyone help me with the name of an art shop I recently saw in Ubud. It sold paintings only. As you walk down the main street it is about half way down …

For those of you visiting Bali for the first time, welcome and enjoy yourselves to the absolute maximum! Bali is a marvelous place to have a holiday and I certainly don’t want to scare you …

Bank Commonwealth, the majority-owned banking subsidiary of Australias Commonwealth Bank is now offering foreign exchange in their new FX Shops in the tourist areas of Kuta and Legian and Denpasar Airport.
It has been confirmed that …

After searching the web for a “Bali Style” Wedding, I was disappointed that all the hotels only offered you a standard “White dress and Tuxedo” service. We wanted something more “Bali Style”, and something that …

The Bali terrorist attacks have not only forced locals to rethink the role of the tourism industry but, most importantly, they have provided the necessary momentum for the rise of the Ajeg Bali movement. Initially …

The Scientific and Guarantee Committee of the Alexander Langer Foundation, Bolzano, Italy/Italia, has decided to award the International Alexander Langer Prize for 2006 to Ms. Robin Lim, founder and advisor for the non-profit organisation Yayasan …

New Zealanders are among surfers in Bali who have set a world record for the most people to ride a single wave. 53 surfers from Bali, New Zealand, France, Australia, Brazil and Hawaii …

Fieldguns in action during the thrust of the Netherlands Indies expedition army to Denpasar. 20 September 1906

Photo source : Museum Bali

The palace of the second Puputan of Badung where the co-reigning prince of Badung, Gusti Ngurah Made Pamecutan, with his family and faithful followers died on 20 September 1906 between 16.00 and 17.00 in the …

The disembarkment of troops of The Netherlands Indies Expedition army from one of transport ships on the roadstead of Pabean Sanur, 14 September 1906

Photo source : Museum Bali

Japan Airlines has announced to increase number of flights between DPS and KIX from 13JUL06. The flight will be daily while it has been decreased into 3 flights since last October due to terrorism.

SOAS (School of Oriental and African Studies, U. of London) and three partners are once again offering around two dozen short summer courses in the performance of a variety of “world musics”.
The SOAS offerings are, …

Friends,
As we all aware major earth Quake has struck Jogyakarta ( Central Java ) and up to date the death has toll 5000 lives and still counting……For anyone on Bali who willing to help drop …

One of Indonesia’s most famous tourist attractions, the Prambanan Hindu temple complex, is likely to be closed for months after being badly damaged in the earthquake, a conservation expert predicted.
It is unclear what impact the …

Codarts Hogeschool voor de Kunsten, Rotterdam
Bali SummerSchool Rotterdam 7-14 July 2006 Deadline Extended until June 1. After that date, a 20% late-registration fee will be added! In the intimate surroundings of the brand new …

YOGYAKARTA, Indonesia May 27, 2006 (AP)— A powerful earthquake flattened homes and buildings in central Indonesia early Saturday, killing nearly 2,000 people and injuring thousands more in the country’s worst disaster since the 2004 tsunami.
The …

Marc Jurt 1955-2006
Marc was born in Neuchâtel (Switzerland) in 1955. At nineteen he enrolled at the School of Fine Arts in Geneva, specializing in the study of engraving. He quickly became very successful and …

Various wedding costume represent regencies in Bali. Pictures were taken during Celebration Kartini Day on April 21, 2006 by students of Gandhi School.

Bali is an island that has progressed economically through tourism and moved forward in an era of technology, but there are still some traditions that will never change. A large majority of the population, especially …

You Are Invited to Bali to join an extraordinary gathering of concerned global citizens, business leaders, academics and other innovative thinkers in a quest towards a more collaborative, peaceful and sustainable future for humankind and …

Re-plant opening ceremony
April 22, 2006
Mertasari Beach – Sanur at 9.00 am
This 5-hectare re-plantation programme aims to revitalize the Sanur Coral Reefs. A long term action (5 years) to protect the nature for the next …

Jukung – the Balinese native outrigger sailboat (prahu). Often built entirely without metal or nails, a jukung shows a high level of traditional technology.

April 1, 2006
Here’s the run down on Agung Rai’s wedding marathon.
The invitation showed up days in advance…way earlier than the prescribed three days. Agung Rai and his father delivered it resplendent in Balinese costumes. The …

This letter was written in Oct 2005, still actual as the situation in the world didn’t evolve for more peace and tolerancy:
As in many places in the world, terror went down in Bali again.
Peoples here …

Old Soldiers are never die…they do not fade away, either. It turned out on Wednesday that the old soldiers keep on fighting!
Legiun Veteran Republik Indonesia (LVRI) Bali, the organization of the heroes of the War …

The Balinese people’s struggle against the Anti Pornography Bill reached a riotous climax on Wednesday when, during a public hearing held at the Bali Legislative Council’s building in Renon, both the Council’s chairman IBP Wesnawa …

Dear Sanat,
Great job, I think, this is the best website about Bali that I’ve known. I enjoy reading every single article, keep up the good work.

There will be a big cremation in Ubud on March 1, 2006. Do not miss it!!!
Location is just near the Ubud Palace and museum. Remind you that Main Street of Ubud will be jammed – …

Throughout Asia and the Pacific Rim, Internet service providers, backbone and regional networks, web hosting facilities, firewalls, and Intranets are being created, deployed, and installed at a staggering pace. The technicians, managers, entrepeneurs and decision-makers …

2nd BUDDHA’S BELLY INVITATIONAL POOL TOURNAMENT
Put your skills to the test! Play in Bali’s finest billiard & snooker lounge….
YOU! are invited to join the Bali Pool League Kick-off.
Main requirements:
Minimum knowledge of how pool works
If you …

Tanjung Sari Hotel, Sanur website has a brand new look. Transformation not just for design and images but we also make some changes at hotel fact-sheet to meet the hotel latest development. Curious? See …