Land for sale at Balangan Beach, Jimbaran Bali
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Total area of 38000 square meter of land is nestled in Tanjung Balangan; on the beach, white sand, magnificent cave, cliffs ocean view. And Airport in distance is blinking with lights. New Kuta Resort and …

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I Gusti Nyoman Lempad
Tue, 23/02/10 – 14:57 | 2 Comments
I Gusti Nyoman Lempad

Title : The Dagger Attack On Rangda
Artist : I Gusti Nyoman Lempad
Media : Ink and tempera on papper
Size : 24 x 33 cm
Year : 1939s
Courtesy : Neka Art Museum
I Gusti Nyoman Lempad might …

Tanah Lot Overview
Tue, 23/02/10 – 14:23 | One Comment
Tanah Lot Overview

Situated on the southwest coast of Bali, around 45 minutes drive from tourist areas of Kuta, Legian and Seminyak, Tanah Lot is a very popular tourist destination especially in the late of afternoon or before …

Jimbaran Overview
Fri, 19/02/10 – 14:03 | One Comment
Jimbaran Overview

Situated just 10-minute drive south of the airport and Kuta beach, Jimbaran is a tourist magnet especially for those who want to enjoy a stunning sunset and a pleasant white sand beach. Before the advent …

What to do in Bedugul
Thu, 18/02/10 – 9:11 | No Comment
What to do in Bedugul

As a favorite place for pending weekend, Bedugul offer many interesting activities to spend the leisure time. The activities range from sightseeing around the lake to exploring the forest, from visiting beautiful lake temple to …

What to do in Pemuteran
Wed, 17/02/10 – 9:54 | No Comment
What to do in Pemuteran

An exciting day is easy to get when you spend your day in Pemuteran. Many activities are available whether it is right above the ground or deep down in the sea, from scenic walk along …

Pemuteran
Tue, 16/02/10 – 9:02 | No Comment
Pemuteran

Located in the northwest of Bali, Pemuteran is a coastal area including to the edge Bali Barat National Park. Pemuteran is a small laid-back village with extreme natural beauty and has become increasingly popular with …

Happy Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day
Sat, 13/02/10 – 13:22 | One Comment
Happy Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day

Chinese New Year will be coming up on 14th February 2010, which is the same day as Valentine’s Day Chinese New Year starts with the New Moon on the first day of the New Year …

Medewi
Fri, 12/02/10 – 12:20 | No Comment
Medewi

Located in Jembrana Regency around 75 Km west of Denpasar, Medewi is a small quiet village on the southwestern coast of Bali. Medewi is a surfing spot, most visitors come and stay in this place …

Bedugul Overview
Thu, 11/02/10 – 12:08 | One Comment
Bedugul Overview

Located in the Tabanan Regency about 50 km north of Denpasar on a main route from South Bali to North Bali, Bedugul is one of Bali’s favorite spot for spending weekend for local and foreigners …

New flights to start Bali airfare war
Tue, 9/02/10 – 11:54 | No Comment
New flights to start Bali airfare war

An airfare war is expected to erupt on the Perth to Bali route when Strategic Airlines starts services from the middle of the year.

What to Do in Nusa Dua
Sun, 7/02/10 – 11:41 | One Comment
What to Do in Nusa Dua

There are many beach activities you can do in Nusa Dua range from the simple walk to various water sport activities. If you want to go for a walk, Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa beachfront …

Tumpek Wayang: A Day for Puppet
Sat, 6/02/10 – 11:25 | No Comment
Tumpek Wayang: A Day for Puppet

Saturday, February 6, 2010, Balinese-Hindu follower will celebrate the sacred Tumpek Wayang day. The Tumpek Wayang takes its name from the name of week of its occasion. It is celebrated every 210 days, in the …

Nusa Dua
Fri, 5/02/10 – 11:09 | No Comment
Nusa Dua

Nusa Dua is an area that covers entire eastern side of the Bukit Peninsula at the southern tip of Bali but with the advent of tourism, the word Nusa Dua can also refers to the …

Lovina
Thu, 4/02/10 – 11:25 | No Comment
Lovina

The word “Lovina” in tourist dictionary is not just refers to Lovina beach area but also a whole line of six small villages and palm-fringed beaches. From east to west it includes: Pemaron, Tukadmungga, Anturan, …

Family Temple on the Topmost Floor
Tue, 2/02/10 – 17:41 | No Comment
Family Temple on the Topmost Floor

Nowadays, more and more Balinese have their family temple on the second or third floor of their houses. This phenomenon can be traced back to early 1980s especially in the urban areas. Although there is …

Padang Bai
Mon, 1/02/10 – 17:20 | No Comment
Padang Bai

Padang Bai is located at Manggis district, approximately 53 kilometers from the city of Denpasar or approximately 30 kilometers from Amlapura. From Kuta, can be reached with the drive takes about 3 hours. This region …

Diving and Snorkeling at Padang Bai
Mon, 1/02/10 – 17:20 | No Comment
Diving and Snorkeling at Padang Bai

Snorkeling
There is good snorkeling in the bay, though the snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon is much better. Many of the local dive operators organize trips to this spot. If the waves are large, don’t bother …

Amed Restaurant
Sat, 30/01/10 – 14:23 | No Comment
Amed Restaurant

Eating in Amed can be a nice stroll to different warung and restaurants since each eatery as its own specialty, menu, price range, and ambience. There are many warungs and café for backpackers and some …

Purnama: Full Moon
Fri, 29/01/10 – 10:26 | No Comment
Purnama: Full Moon

Purnama, or full moon in Bali is always a special day for ceremonies and festivities. Hundreds of temples all over the island celebrate their anniversary on a specific full moon each year. Since full moon …

More on Amed
Fri, 29/01/10 – 5:00 | 2 Comments
More on Amed

Situated at Bali east coast Amed is with the nearest town, Amlapura, around 44 km away, Amed is a tourist destination that is suitable for those who longs for a quiet rustic scene and …

Garuda Indonesia Introduces “Immigration On Board” Service
Wed, 27/01/10 – 13:08 | No Comment
Garuda Indonesia Introduces “Immigration On Board” Service

As part of its effort to implement ongoing service improvements, especially to facilitate more simple visa arrangements for tourists traveling to Indonesia, Garuda Indonesia – flag carrier of Indonesia – will introduce a new service …

Vulnerable to hacking, Be careful in an ATM Transaction
Tue, 26/01/10 – 6:36 | No Comment
Vulnerable to hacking, Be careful in an ATM Transaction

Based on result of recent investigation, the system used to break into the customer’s ATM card is  illegally by placing chips on the ATM machine to record the data from the card and also the …

Diving Records Solved in Lombok
Tue, 26/01/10 – 5:26 | No Comment
Diving Records Solved in Lombok

British Divers successfully broke the world record with a stand for more than two days under water. Will Goodman, a professional diver broke the world record for 48 hours, nine minutes and 17 seconds in …

THE PALACE RITUAL
Sun, 24/01/10 – 8:27 | No Comment
THE PALACE RITUAL

Kuta – Bali, February 2010 – Yet another exciting menu created by the DaLa team is launched this month.
Inspired by the gracious traditions of the ancient Sriwijaya Kingdom in South Sumatra, The …

Awaking Youth Creativity through Ogoh-Ogoh Competition
Fri, 22/01/10 – 3:07 | One Comment
Awaking Youth Creativity through Ogoh-Ogoh Competition

Government of Denpasar Municipality will hold an Ogoh-Ogoh competition among Sekeha Teruna (youth organization) in Denpasar Municipality to welcome the New Year Caka 1932. This competition is not …

Where to eat in Amed
Thu, 21/01/10 – 8:29 | 2 Comments
Where to eat in Amed

Along the coastal strip of east Bali lies Amed village. As a tourism destination Amed refers to a long stretch of coast running from the village of Culik about 14 km eastwards incorporating the seven …

What to do in Amed
Wed, 20/01/10 – 16:55 | No Comment
What to do in Amed

Amed is an excellent choice for those who long for serenity and quiet surrounding, a good place for honeymoon and getaway vacation.  While staying in Amed there are some activities you can do here to …

Mangrove Planting
Wed, 20/01/10 – 16:28 | No Comment
Mangrove Planting

Dear Asita Members,
Asita Bali Chapter invite all members to participate in the program planting and maintenance of 1000 Mangrove tree seedlings  as a manifestation of our concern the preservation of the environment and also supports …

Here are some tips that can make your holiday in Bali goes smoothly and enjoyably
Wed, 20/01/10 – 8:16 | No Comment
Here are some tips that can make your holiday in Bali goes smoothly and enjoyably

Here are some tips that can make your holiday in Bali goes smoothly and enjoyably.

Where to go in Sanur
Tue, 19/01/10 – 9:58 | No Comment
Where to go in Sanur

Le Mayeur Museum
Le Mayeur Museum (Jalan Hangtuah, +62 361 286201, closed on Saturday) was former home of Belgian painter Adrian Jean Le Mayeur, upon his deathbed at the age of 78, Le Mayeur asked his …

Security Tips When You Travel
Mon, 18/01/10 – 8:56 | One Comment
Security Tips When You Travel

Security Tips When You Travel

A Balinese Folktale: I Belog Part 3
Mon, 18/01/10 – 5:01 | No Comment
A Balinese Folktale: I Belog Part 3

a d: I Belog looked like a foolish man since he was fat and lethargic. Although, he had a crafty way to get something he wanted. In order to get Sari, the most beautiful girl …

What to do in Legian
Fri, 15/01/10 – 3:00 | No Comment
What to do in Legian

When we talk about activities you can do in Legian, then we are talking about beach activities. There are scores of activities you can do at Legian Beach, here are some of them

“ART BY THE VILLAGE FOR THE VILLAGE”
Wed, 13/01/10 – 13:30 | No Comment
“ART BY THE VILLAGE FOR THE VILLAGE”

Pengosekan is a village unique in Bali producing art for the village itself. Their motto “By the village for the village“ reflects this community spirit.

 Pengosekan is located in south Ubud, and for many years has …

Where to eat in Legian
Tue, 12/01/10 – 13:04 | No Comment
Where to eat in Legian

As a destination for food sampling or culinary trip Legian is well known for its beachfront restaurants that are spots for sunset and people watching. But if you run on low budget you can find …

Where to eat in Kuta
Mon, 11/01/10 – 6:39 | 2 Comments
Where to eat in Kuta

Kuta has many options of mid-range-budget restaurants. Most of them serve international cuisine and open from 10 AM until around midnight, few eateries open around the clock. There are also available high-end restaurants with authentic …

What to do in Kuta
Sat, 9/01/10 – 8:38 | One Comment
What to do in Kuta

There are many activities can be done in Kuta, I will only highlighted few things that can be easily done in Kuta or can be only done in Kuta.

Kuta and Legian
Fri, 8/01/10 – 8:13 | One Comment
Kuta and Legian

Kuta
A former sleepy fishing village, 10 km south of Denpasar on Bali’s southwest coast where fishermen eke their life from the sea, now can be seen as five kilometers of close-packed tourist accommodation and entertainment. …

ROCK AWAY BEACH PARTY – Centerstage
Thu, 7/01/10 – 16:21 | One Comment
ROCK AWAY BEACH PARTY – Centerstage

Hard Rock Hotel Bali, the leading entertainment hotel in Bali, celebrated New Year’s Eve at Centerstage on Wednesday, December 31st 2009.

The “Bali” Starling
Sun, 3/01/10 – 8:53 | One Comment
The “Bali” Starling

By Victoria Vaughan
JURONG BirdPark has joined forces with conservation group Begawan Foundation and the Cologne Zoo in Germany to help rescue the Bali mynah from the jaws of extinction.