Tonight is full moon here in Bali, and of course full moon in Bali offers something more than ordinary days especially in Denpasar where full-moon fever reach its highest point compare to other areas in Bali; but what is the good thing to do on a full moon in Denpasar.

Well, for those who want to enjoy full moon in solitude, enjoying a moonrise from good old Sanur beach or from the restaurants along the beach is surely a great thing to do. Enjoying the reflection of the moonlight on the ocean with two or three anglers casting their net unaware of the beauty of the surrounding is what you can get in Sanur in addition to the rise of the moon from vast ocean.

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The Villa Diana, located at the heart of Legian, where one can find the most non-stop tourist action in Bali. Villa Diana is a beautiful little estate near Kuta Beach, 20 minutes from Bali ’s International Airport, 20 minutes away to the capital city of Denpasar with its International Shopping Mall, and only 40 minutes from golf course which been named as Asia’s Best.

Villa Diana is a haven for those seeking to unwind in a relaxed atmosphere, while indulging in a aura of paradise living. Villa Diana offers 3 luxury villa with private pool, each villa has 3 roomy bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. The 25 sq.m master bedroom upstairs, with its luxury adjoining bathroom and walk-in robes. The open air living and dining over look to the pool, there is an adjacent kitchen. There is a guest house with two adjoining an open air shower with hot and cold running water. Each villa complete with maid’s room and carport for two cars.

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On March 7th Balinese will celebrate Nyepi (Balinese New Year) but for the teenagers all over the island the special day is a day prior to nyepi on March 6th. On this day ogoh-ogoh (a giant puppet describing Balinese demon named Bhuta Kala) will be carried by the teenagers along the main streets of Bali in a grand parade.

Unfortunately, for this year some regions in Bali apply a rule that forbid to make and hold the ogoh-ogoh parade. Perhaps, the officials of those regions think that ogoh-ogoh party as the source of disturbances and dangers since many teenagers especially the young men have a tendency to get drunk while parading the ogoh-ogoh arousing a trouble or two or igniting firecrackers everywhere and everywhere that may harm someone else or ignite conflagration. But, do not worry others regions still do the tradition.

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The Oxalis Regency Hotel Magelang is a resort style hotel, located right in Magelang, Central Java. The Oxalis Regency Hotel Magelang is close to Kyai Langgeng Recreation Park, Ketep Pass and one of world wonder, Borobudur Temple. The Oxalis Regency Hotel Magelang also close to Borobudur International Golf and Country Club, Pangeran Diponegoro Museum and Panglima Sudirman Museum.

The Oxalis Regency Hotel Magelang service and facilities completed with attraction of Outbound Package (Rafting at Progo or Elo river), Airsoft gun, De’ Kampoeng City Tour and Tour The Borobudur Temple. The Oxalis Regency Hotel Magelang room type : Yunior Suite room, Royal Suite Room and Cottage. Restaurant and Small Meeting Room, with lush tropical garden and view to Sumbing Mount.

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Hierarchy in a society exists in some areas in the world and Bali is one of them. This island of gods has a special society order. Balinese adopted their society order from India. This order was developed between 2000 until 1000 BC in India by the Aryas (an ethnic group which lived in India at that time).

Indians, between 2000-1000 BC, had divided their society based on the divisions of labor into four parts.
1. Brahmana. This group was fulfilled by the people who have abilities in leading and managing the traditional ceremony (Pendeta).
2. Ksatriya. People of noble birth belong to this group, included the King and his family.
3. Waisya. Farmers and traders belong to this group.
4. Sudra. This group is the lowest and its members are the slaves and bondsmen.
Actually there are two possibilities to explain how caste system was spread to Indonesia, but a theory which stated that trading was the medium of spreading the caste system seems more acceptable. The trade made the adoption easier. The caste system was brought from Java to Bali and Balinese then applied it into their society.

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Gending Kedis is a secluded and tranquil resort featuring 19 luxury villas, perched on a ridge of land at Jimbaran Bay, Bali. Known as Bali’s Golden Mile, Jimbaran Bay is home to the island’s most exclusive and prestigious five star hotels, resorts and luxury rental villas. The resort is an easy 10 minutes drive from the Bali International Airport.

Jimbaran Bay is an area of outstanding natural beauty and Gending Kedis villas have breathtaking views over a steep wooded ravine with luxuriant green vegetation. Designed to flow with the rising contours, the villas at Gending Kedis are configured with one, two, three and four bedrooms, each villa having its own swimming pool, modern kitchen and spacious living areas.

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