Bali

2011-02-12T20:16:00.001-08:00

Paket Tour Pesona Wisata Bali Ramance

2011-02-08T23:38:00.000-08:00

Paket Tour Bali Romance (5 hari)

Sebuah kenangan terindah di pulau dewata 5 Hari / 4 Malam

HARI 01 : KEDATANGAN ( D )
Tiba di Bandara Ngurah Rai Bali, anda akan dijemput oleh perwakilan kami dan diantar ke Hotel untuk beristirahat. Sunset di Kudeta Seminyak, Makan malam di warung Made di seminyak. Istirahat di Hotel.

HARI 02 : PESONA KINTAMANI – SPA NATURAL – LUNCH STEAM BOAT ( B,L,D )
Makan pagi di hotel hari ini perjalan menuju Bali timur ; Pantai Sanur melihat suasana pantai sanur di pagi hari, Desa Celuk, Pusat kerajinan mas & perak juga mengunjungi pusat jajanan / oleh oleh Bali selanjutnya Pura Tirta Empul / Tampak Siring. Istana Presiden dan air suci awet muda Kemudian menuju Kintamani, Pesona alam yang Gunung berapi Batur dan danaunya yang sangat menawan Makan siang sambil melihat indahnya pesona Kintamani,dilanjutkan mandi dan berenang di air panas / hot Spring Toya Devasya Gunung batur bagus untuk kesehatan kulit di tepI Danua batur dengan suasana yang sejuk dan asri. Makn malam di Desa seni dan Budaya Ubud.

Note : Jika tidak suka steam boat bisa diganti dengan set menu : Nasi Goreng, Ikan bakar ala Kintamani.

HARI 03 ; SPA–MASSAGE – BALI HAI SUNSET DINNER CRUISE (B,D)
Makan pagi di hotel, anda akan dijemput untuk menikmati rileksasi dan manjakan diri dengan nyaman dan istirahat total dapatkan menu pilihan di spa room yang telah kami sediakan selam 2 jam seperti Aromatic foot massage, lulur body scrub, yougurt body polish, exotic flower bath, ginger tea drink. Kembali ke hotel. Sore harinya pukul 16.30 dijemput kembali untuk menikmati romantisnya sunset cruises menuju laut lepas samudera Indonesia bersama Bali Hai cruises dengan kenyamanan kelas dunia, pelayanan dan hiburannya meliputi ; welcome cocktail and floral lei, international buffet dinner, music from the Trio Batakos, Live cabaret show.

HARI 04 : TANAH LOT - BEDUGUL TOUR ( B,L,D )
Setelah sarapan pagi, Kita menikmati pesona Bali bagian tengah yang pertama dari Hotel kita akan langsung menuju Tanah lot, Pura yang bersejarah pada waktu jaman keemasan dan penyebaran Hindu ke Bali dilanjutkan ke Pacung nuansa alam yang elok dan asri makan siang prasmanan menghadap lembah hijau dilanjutkan ke Kebun raya Bedugul koleksi tanaman langka dibangun pada jaman Belanda udara yang sejuk dan menghadap danau beratan juga singgah di pasar candikuning beli buah strawberry kemudian dilanjutkan ke Bedugul dengan keindahan Danau Beratan yang cantik dan suasana pegunungan nan sejuk dan asri Dalam perjalanan turun gunung kita berhenti sejenak di Pura Taman Ayun Mengwi, salah satu cagar budaya dunia Makan malam Ayam Betutu Kuliner Khas Bali.

HARI 05 : KEBERANGKATAN ( B )Setelah sarapan pagi, acara bebas hingga tiba saatnya Anda akan dijemput dan diantar menuju Bandara bisa berhenti di joger untuk oleh oleh unik khas joger Kuta jika pesawat agak siang / oleh oleh khas bali yang lain di Pasar Krisna kembali ke tujuan selanjutnya, acara berakhir.

Paket Tour 04 hari
Paket Tour 04 hari (Family)
Paket Tour 05 hari
Paket Tour Bali & Lombok

Bali & Lombok Tour (05 hari)

2011-02-08T01:34:00.000-08:00

Bali & Lombok Tour (05 hari)

HARI 01 : KEDATANGAN – TARI KECAK - GWK ( D )
Tiba di Bandara Ngurah Rai Bali, anda akan dijemput dan diantar ke Hotel untuk beristirahat. Sore hari kita menikmati keindahan dan pesona Bali bagian selatan pertama kita melihat dari dekat rencana patung tertingi di dunia,Garuda Wisnu Kencana GWK dengan pemandanga alam nan cantik dan taman budayanya kita juga menyaksikan Tari Kecak Tektekan di amphi teaternya makan malam di GWK jendela Bali rseto. Masakan Indonesia.

HARI 02 : PESONA KINTAMANI ( B, L )
Makan pagi di hotel hari ini perjalan menuju Bali timur ; Pantai Sanur melihat suasana pantai sanur di pagi hari,Desa Celuk, Pusat kerajinan mas & perak juga mengunjungi pusat jajanan / oleh oleh Bali selanjutnya Pura Tirta Empul / Tampak Siring. Istana Presiden dan air suci awet muda Kemudian menuju Kintamani, Pesona alam yang gunung berapi Batur dan danaunya yang sangat menawan makan siang sambil melihat indahnya pesona Kintamani, dilanjutkan dengan pemandangan alam persawahan dengan sisi keunikan ragam budaya dan aktivitas masyarakat pedesaan kemudian jalan jalan di Desa Wisata Petulu cagar alam dan perlindungan burung Bangau secara turun tumurun yang hidup hanya pada pohon pohon disekitar desa membaur dengan rumah penduduk sore hari jalan – jalan di Ubud .

HARI 03 : BALI – LOMBOK SASAK TOUR ( B, L, )
Setiba anda di Bendara Selaparang, Lombok, anda akan disambut oleh staf kami, dan anda langsung menuju Local resto untuk santap makan siang “RM. TALIWANG IRAMA (Ayam Bakar Bumbu khas Taliwang), kemudian dilanjutkan tours mengunjungi beberapa desa di Lombok dengan berbagai kreatifitas dan keunikannya. Desa pertama yang akan anda kunjungi adalah Desa Banyumulek, yang terkenal dengan kerajian gerabah khas Lombok, disini anda bias membawa pulang hasil karya anda sebagai kenang-kenangan, Selanjutnya Desa Sukarara yang terkenal dengan kerajinan tenunan ikat dan songket; disini anda juga dapat mencoba menenun untuk menambah pengalaman anda. kemudian Desa Rambitan, disini anda bias melihat secara langsung cara hidup Orang Suku Sasak yang sederhana dan masih primitive, Setelah itu Anda juga akan mendapat kesempatan untuk menyaksikan keindahan pantai Kuta dan Tanjung Aan dengan pasir putihnya yang khas yang berbentuk Merica, dan disini juga anda bias berenang atau bermain pasir untuk menambah keharmonisan suasana. Makan siang akan disajikan di Local resto. Sore harinya kembali menuju Hotel.

HARI 04 : GILI TWANGAN TOUR ( B, L )
Setelah sarapan pagi di Hotel, kemudian dilanjutkan tours seharian penuh ke Pulau Gili Trawangan, Ini adalah kesempatan anda untuk dapat menyaksikan keindahan taman laut Gili Trawangan Island Lombok. Perjalanan tour anda akan melalui Hutan Wisata Pusuk yang dihuni oleh kera liar (sempatkan membawa kacang atau buah-buahan untuk mereka), dan setelah itu menuju pelabuhan Bangsal, dimana anda akan menyeberang selama kurang lebih 30 menit ke Gili Trawangan Island menggunakan Boat Charter yang telah kami sediakan. Anda akan mendapatkan acara bebas di Pulau tersebut. Bagi anda yang berkenan dapat menyewa alat-alat renang atau glass bottom boat untuk menyaksikan keindahan taman laut, atau jalan-jalan seputar pulau mengedarai kereta kuda, Sewa sepeda dan lainnya (personal expenses). Santap siang akan disajikan dilocal restoran “JUKU RESTO” salah satu Restoran terbaik di pulau tersebut. Sore hari anda akan ditransfer kembali dengan boat menuju Bangsal, selanjutnya menyusuri jalan sepanjang pesisir barat menuju Malimbu yang terkenal dengan keindahan pemandangan lautnya, disini rombongan berkesempatan untuk berfoto bersama. Kemudian ditransfer menuju Hotel untuk beristirahat.

HARI 05 : KEBERANGKATAN ( B )
Di hari terakhir setelah sarapan pagi dan proses check out selesai, anda ditransfer menuju Selaparang Airport untuk kembali ke Kota Asal. (end of programs Lombok)

Paket Tour 04 hari
Paket Tour 04 hari (Family)
Paket Tour 05 hari
Paket Tour Bali Romance

Paket Tour Pesona Wisata Bali 4 hari (Family)

2011-02-08T01:21:00.000-08:00

Paket Tour Family 04 hari

HARI 01 : KEDATANGAN - FREE AND EASY
Tiba di Bandara Ngurah Rai Bali, anda akan dijemput oleh perwakilan kami dan diantar ke Hotel untuk beristirahat. Acara bebas .

HARI 02 : BALI SAFARI – UBUD – BALI BIRD PARK ( B, L )
Makan pagi di Hotel, Wisata hari ini berkunjung ke Bali Safari – Marine Park disana keluarga bisa melihat berbagai jenis binatang dengan mengendari kendaraan khusus Safari Exporer terdapat aneka permainan dan kolam renang ( masuk permainan ; extra charge langsung bayar disana ) perjalanan dilanjutkan di Ubud untuk makan siang anda dan keluarga bisa jalan jalan di seputar Desa Seni dan Budaya Ubud. Perjalanan berlanjut ke Bali Bird Park guna melihat dan mengamati dari dekat ratusan burung dari semua benua yang berlokasi pada hutan buatan yang ditata dengan nuansa alam di desa Singapadu Bali. Akhirnya kembali ke Hotel untuk istirahat.

HARI 03 : WATER BOM PARK - SUNSET DREAMLAND - DINNER GWK ( B,L,D )
Makan pagi di Hotel, Acara bergembira bagi keluarga saatnya untuk memberikan keceriaan bagi keluarga water bom park di Kuta memberikan taman rekreasi keluarga yang menwarkan aneka permainan rilek dan bergembira. Siang harinya santap makan siang di malioboro resto ayam Tulang lunak, perjalanan di lanjutkan ke Dream Land Kawana pantai pasir burih diantara perbukitan yang indah, diakhiri makan malam di kawasan GWK Garuda Wisnu Kencana dan taman Budaya rencana patung tertinggi di dunia.

HARI 04 : KEBERANGKATAN ( B )
Setelah sarapan pagi, acara bebas hingga tiba saatnya Anda akan dijemput dan diantar menuju Bandara bisa berhenti di joger untuk oleh oleh unik khas joger Kuta jika pesawat agak siang / oleh oleh khas bali yang lain di Pasar Krisna kembali ke tujuan selanjutnya, acara berakhir.

Paket Tour 04 hari
Paket Tour 05 hari
Paket Bali & Lombok
Paket Bali Romance

Paket Tour Pesona Wisata Bali 4 hari

2011-02-08T00:26:00.000-08:00

Paket Tour 04 hari

HARI 01 : KEDATANGAN - FREE AND EASY
Tiba di Bandara Ngurah Rai Bali, anda akan dijemput oleh perwakilan kami dan diantar ke Hotel untuk beristirahat. Acara bebas bisa jalan jaln sepanjang legian Pantai Kuta.

HARI 02 : PESONA KINTAMANI ( B,L )
Makan pagi di hotel hari ini perjalan menuju Bali timur ; Pantai Sanur melihat suasana pantai sanur di pagi hari,Desa Celuk, Pusat kerajinan mas & perak juga mengunjungi pusat jajanan / oleh oleh Bali selanjutnya Pura Tirta Empul / Tampak Siring. Istana Presiden dan air suci awet muda Kemudian menuju Kintamani, Pesona alam yang gunung berapi Batur dan danaunya yang sangat menawan makan siang sambil melihat indahnya pesona Kintamani, dilanjutkan dengan pemandangan alam persawahan dengan sisi keunikan ragam budaya dan aktivitas masyarakat pedesaan kemudian jalan jalan di Desa Wisata Petulu cagar alam dan perlindungan burung Bangau secara turun tumurun yang hidup hanya pada pohon pohon disekitar desa membaur dengan rumah penduduk, sore hari jalan – jalan di Ubud .

HARI 03 : TANAH LOT-BEDUGUL ( B,L )
Setelah sarapan pagi, Kita menikmati pesona Bali bagian tengah yang pertama dari Hotel kita akan langsung menuju Tanah lot, Pura yang bersejarah pada waktu jaman keemasan dan penyebaran Hindu ke Bali dilanjutkan ke Pacung nuansa alam yang elok dan asri makan siang prasmanan menghadap lembah hijau dilanjutkan ke Kebun raya Bedugul koleksi tanaman langka dibangun pada jaman Belanda udara yang sejuk dan menghadap danau beratan juga singgah di pasar candikuning beli buah strawberry kemudian dilanjutkan ke Bedugul dengan keindahan Danau Beratan yang cantik dan suasana pegunungan nan sejuk dan asri Dalam perjalanan turun gunung kita berhenti sejenak di Pura Taman Ayun Mengwi, salah satu cagar budaya dunia .

HARI 04 : KEBERANGKATAN ( B )
Setelah sarapan pagi, acara bebas hingga tiba saatnya Anda akan dijemput dan diantar menuju Bandara untuk tujuan selanjutnya. Acara berakhir.

Paket Tour 5 hari
Paket Tour 4 hari (Family)
Paket Bali & Lombok
Paket Bali Romance

Paket Tour Pesona Wisata Bali 5 hari

2011-02-07T21:34:00.000-08:00

Paket Tour Bali 05 hari

HARI 01 : KEDATANGAN - FREE AND EASY
Tiba di Bandara Ngurah Rai Bali, anda akan dijemput oleh perwakilan kami dan diantar ke Hotel untuk beristirahat. Acara bebas bisa jalan jalan sepanjang legian Pantai Kuta.

HARI 02 : PESONA KINTAMANI ( B,L )
Makan pagi di hotel hari ini perjalan menuju Bali timur ; Pantai Sanur melihat suasana pantai sanur di pagi hari, Desa Celuk, Pusat kerajinan mas & perak juga mengunjungi pusat jajanan / oleh oleh Bali selanjutnya Pura Tirta Empul / Tampak Siring. Istana Presiden dan air suci awet muda Kemudian menuju Kintamani, Pesona alam yang gunung berapi Batur dan danaunya yang sangat menawan makan siang sambil melihat indahnya pesona Kintamani, dilanjutkan dengan pemandangan alam persawahan dengan sisi keunikan ragam budaya dan aktivitas masyarakat pedesaan kemudian jalan jalan di Desa Wisata Petulu cagar alam dan perlindungan burung Bangau secara turun tumurun yang hidup hanya pada pohon pohon disekitar desa membaur dengan rumah penduduk sore hari jalan – jalan di Ubud .

HARI 03 : BEDUGUL–TANAH LOT TOUR (B,L)
Setelah sarapan pagi, Kita menikmati pesona Bali bagian tengah yang pertama dari hotel kita akan langsung menuju Tanah lot, Pura yang bersejarah pada waktu jaman keemasan dan penyebaran Hindu ke Bali dilanjutkan ke Pacung nuansa alam yang elok dan asri makan siang prasmanan menghadap lembah hijau dilanjutkan ke Kebun raya Bedugul koleksi tanaman langka dibangun pada jaman Belanda udara yang sejuk dan menghadap danau beratan juga singgah di pasar candikuning beli buah strawberry kemudian dilanjutkan ke Bedugul dengan keindahan Danau Beratan yang cantik dan suasana pegunungan nan sejuk dan asri Dalam perjalanan turun gunung kita berhenti sejenak di Pura Taman Ayun Mengwi, salah satu cagar budaya dunia.

HARI 04 : NUSADUA – ULUWATU TOUR ( B,L )

Makan pagi di Hotel, Hari ini kita akan jalan – jalan menikmati Bali selatan pertama kita akan menuju Nusadua Bali, resor ternama dengan fasilitas kelas dunia, selanjutnya menuju Pantai Tanjung Benoa anda bisa istirahat dan jika berminat kita bisa bersuka ria dengan mengikuti atraksi water sport ; Parasailing, Jetski, Banana boat, Flyfish serta pulau penyu dll. Perjalanna dilanjutkan utnuk makan siang berkeliling di areal Garuda Wisnu Kencana dan taman Budaya rencana patung tertinggi di dunia.dilanjutkan menuju Uluwatu sungguh pemandanga pantai berkarang yang menawan menghadap Samudera Indonesia.

HARI 05 : KEBERANGKATAN ( B )

Setelah sarapan pagi, acara bebas hingga tiba saatnya Anda akan dijemput dan diantar menuju Bandara untuk kembali ke tujuan selanjutnya, acara berakhir.

Paket Tour 4 hari
Paket Tour 4 hari (Family)
Paket Bali & Lombok (5 hari)
Paket Bali Romance

Show me the way by STYX

2010-02-12T01:43:00.000-08:00

Every night I say a prayer in the hope(s) that there's a heaven
And everyday I'm more confused as the Saints turn into sinners
All the heroes and legends I knew as a child have fallen to idols of clay
And I feel this empty place inside so afraid that I've lost my faith

Show me the way...Show me the way
Take me tonight to the river and wash my illusions away
Please show me the way...

And as I slowly drift to sleep for a moment dreams are sacred
I close my eyes and know there's peace in a world
So filled with hatred
That I wake up each morning and turn on the news
To find we've so far to go
And I keep on hoping for a sign
So afraid I just won't know

Show me the way...Show me the way
Bring me tonight to the mountain
And take my confusion away
And show me the way

And if I see a light, should I believe
Tell me how will I know

Chorus

Show me the way...show me the way
Take me tonight to the river and wash my illusions away
Show me the way...Show me the way
Give me the strength and the courage
To believe that I'll get there someday
And please show me the way

Everynight I say a prayer
In the hope(s) that there's a heaven

El Shaddai
Come Holy Spirit I need You
Here I am to Worship

Come Holy Spirit I need You

2010-02-12T00:00:00.000-08:00

COME HOLY SPIRIT I NEED YOU
COME SWEET SPIRIT I PRAY
COME IN YOUR STRENGTH AND YOUR POWER
COME IN YOUR OWN GENTLE WAY

El Shaddai
Here I am to worship
Show me the way

El Shaddai by Amy Grant

2010-01-22T00:09:00.001-08:00

El Shaddai, El Shaddai
El Elyon na Adonai
Age to age You're still the same
By the power of the name

El Shaddai, El Shaddai
Erkamka na Adonai
We Wil praise and lift You high
El Shaddai...

Through Your love and through the ram
You saved the son of Abraham
Through the power of your hand
You turned the sea into dry land
To the outcast on her knees
You're the God who really sees
And by Your heart
You set Your children free

El Shaddai, El Shaddai
El Elyon na Adonai
Age to age You're still the same
By the power of the name

El Shaddai, El Shaddai
Erkamka na Adonai
We Will praise and lift You high
El Shaddai...

Through the years You've made it clear
That the time of Christ was near
Though the people couldn't see
What Messiah ought to be
Though Your Word contained the plan
They just could not understand
Your most awesome work was done
Through the frailty of Your Son

El Shaddai, El Shaddai
El Elyon na Adonai
Age to age You're still the same
By the power of the name

El Shaddai, El Shaddai
Erkamka na Adonai
I will praise You till I die
El Shaddai...

El Shaddai, El Shaddai
El Elyon na Adonai
Age to age You're still the same
By the power of the name

El Shaddai, El Shaddai
Erkamka na Adonai
I will praise you till I die
El Shaddai...

Here I am to worship
Come Holy Spirit I need You
Show me the way

Here I am to worship

2010-01-22T00:09:00.000-08:00

Light of the world
You stepped down into the darkness
Open my eyes
Let me see
Beauty that made
This heart adore You
Hopes of a life
Spent with You

Chorus:
Here I am to worship
Here I am to bow down
Here I am to say that You're my God
You're altogether lovely
Altogether worthy
Altogether wonderful to me

King of all days
Oh, so highly exalted
Glorious in heaven above
Humbly you came
To the earth You created
All for love's sake became poor

Back to Chorus

I'll never know how much it cost
To see my sin upon that cross

(x2)

El Shaddai
Come Holy Spirit I need You
Show me the way

Jimbaran Sunset Dinner Beach Front Cafes

2009-12-09T22:15:00.000-08:00

There are hundreds of grilled seafood Cafes along the Jimbaran Beach.
The combination of beautiful sunset view, grilled seafood, coconut juice, beer and music 'on the sand' will give you such an unforgetable and romantic night (especially on honeymoon).
So...in order to get the best sunset view you should arrived on the spot at least at 5.30pm.

Resto & Cafe Directory in Bali

2009-12-09T01:24:00.000-08:00

Kuta
Ma Joly (French/Int'l)
Jl. Wana Segara - Phone:0361-753780

Hard Rock Cafe (Int'l)
Jl. Pantai Kuta - Phone: 0361-755661

Ocean27 Sundeck Lounge (Int'l)
Discovery Shopping Mall
Jl. Kartika Plaza - Phone:0361-765027

Papa's Cafe (Italian/Int'l)
Jl. Pantai Kuta - Phone:0361-755055

Rosso Vivo (Italian)
Jl. Pantai Kuta - Phone:0361-751961

Queen's Tandoor (Indian)
Jl. Kartika Plaza / Next to Dynasty Resort
Phone: 0361-756988

Sushi Tei (Japanese)
Jl. Sunset Road - Phone:0361-8477346

Legian
Made's Warung (Local & Int'l)
Jl. Pantai Kuta & Jl. Seminyak - Phone:0361-753039

Kori Restaurant (Int'l)
Jl. Legian, Gang Poppies II - Phone:0361-758605

Kopi Pot (Int'l)
Jl. Legian - Phone:0361-752614
Seminyak
Bali Deli Cafe (French Bistro/Int'l)
Jl. Kunti - Phone: 0361-738686

GADO GADO (Modern European Cuisine)
Jl. Dhyana Pura - Phone:0361-736955

HU'U Bar (Itn'l)
Jl. Petitenget - Phone:0361-736443

Cafe Warisan (Modern French)
Jl. Kerobokan - Phone:0361-731175

KU DE TA (Int'l)
Jl. Laksamana/Oberoi - Phone:0361-736969

Ryoshi (Japanese)
Jl. Raya Seminyak - Phone:0361-731152

Sarong Bar & Lounge (Asian Fushion)
Jl. Petitenget - Phone:0361-737809

Jimbaran
Beach Front Grill Seafood Cafes

Nusa Dua
Bumbu Bali (Local Cuisine)
Jl. Pratama Tg.Benoa - Phone:0361-771256

Hanabi (Japanese)
Bali Collection - Phone:0361-774506

Ubud
Bebek Bengil Resto (Dirty Duck)
Jl. Padang Tegal - Phone:0361-975489

Lotus Cafe (Italian/Int'l))
Jl. Raya Ubud - Phone:0361-975660

Cafe Wayan (Balinese)
Jl. Monkey Forest - Phone:0361-975447

Murni's Warung (Balinese Smoked-Duck)
Jl. Campuan - Phone:0361-975233

Spa Directory in Bali

2009-12-08T21:52:00.000-08:00

Kuta & Seminyak
Halo Bali Spa
The Ulin Spa
Prana Spa

Jimbaran & Nusa Dua
Tirta Esthetics
Thalasso Bali
Nusa Dua Spa

Ubud
Kayumanis Spa
Maya Ubud Spa

Museum of Arts

2009-12-04T18:40:00.000-08:00

Ubud Area
Arma Museum
Jl. Raya Pangosekan - Ubud
Phone: 0361-974228
Open daily 9am-6pm

Neka Museum
Jl. Raya Campuhan - Ubud
Phone: 0361-975074
Open daily 8am-5pm

Puri Lukisan Museum
Jl. Raya Ubud
Phone: 0361-975136
Open daily 8am-4pm

Blanco Museum
Jl. Raya Campuhan - Ubud
Phone: 0361-975502
Open daily 9am-5pm

Rudana Museum
Jl. Cok Rai Pudak - Peliatan - Ubud
Phone: 0361-975779
Open daily 9am-5pm

Denpasar
Bali Museum
Jl. Letkol Wisnu - Denpasar
Phone: 0361-235059
Open Tuesdays to Sundays 8am-3pm

Bali Art Center
Jl. Nusa Indah - Denpasar
Phone: 0361-227176
Open daily 8am-3pm

Sanur
Le Mayeur Museum
Jl. Hang Tuah - Sanur
Phone: 0361-286201
Open Sat-Thu: 8am-4pm
Fridays : 8am-1.30pm

Best Places to shop in Bali

2009-11-15T22:10:00.000-08:00

To some, shopping is a 'serious' hobby. Where better to practise your bargaining skills in Bali? Unless the product is price-tagged, in Bali...bargaining is a must!

Try not to accept the first price offered, as most vendors charge 50% to 100% extra. So, look around, take your time (if you're prepared to spend time), bargain and then buy.

What to buy and where?

In the tourist hubs of Kuta, Legian and Seminyak, almost everything is available.

Paralel to the beach, there's Legian Street filled with shops for all needs and tastes. You can buy anything from sarongs, t-shirts, sandals, shoes, bags, wooden statues, silver jewelry and surf boards.

You can also decorate your home with items from many excellent antique and interior-design shops.

Shopping in Seminyak gives you a breather from the busier streets of Kuta. Many of the boutiques are filled with fabulous and edgy designer homeware and a great range of 'street-smart' fashion.

Try to walk in to the famous handycraft 'super-market', Geneva Handycraft. You can find thousands of items of handycraft there.

Discovery Mall is an impressive complex of stores and restaurants right on the Kuta Beach. There travellers can buy a whole array of goods at Bali prices. Another shopping complex you should stop by is Kuta Square (see picture below).

Bali Ngurah Rai Airport Information

2009-11-15T21:11:00.000-08:00

Find your flight schedule information here

Waterbom Park, Kuta - Bali

2009-11-15T20:54:00.001-08:00

Built as a tropical park and maintained to strict international safety standards for kids, the Waterbom Park surely is another best choice for water adventure.

Exciting water slides slice through 3.8 hectares of landscaped tropical parks providing hours of fun and entertainment for the young and young at heart! There are 101 ways to fill 24 hours each day with thrilling activities on land and in water. For relaxation, drift leisurely in a tube raft or go for a tranquil dip in inviting blue pools.

For more information here

White Water Rafting adventure in Bali

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If you are thinking of taking a vacation to Bali and looking for great action, fun and adventure all the way, try White Water Rafting, because the water is always clean and pollution free. Ayung River is the most recommended. It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes ride from Kuta area. The river turnings are sharp currents, fast and impacts of river walls are challenging that make the adventure more exciting.

The adventure will surely relieve your stress and make you fresh with alot of natural beautiful tropical rain forest panorama, the singing birds and the waterfalls. The tour lasts about 120 minutes including a break near the waterfalls.

After finishing the tour, you'll be escorted to the starting point to shower, have meals and relax prior to returning to your hotel.

Except Ayung River near Ubud, another rivers suit for rafting adventure are Telaga Waja River (near Besakih Temple, Klungkung) and Unda River (also in Klungkung region).

Parasailing, Banana Boat riding, Jet Skiing and Flying Fish in Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, Bali

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Try the beach club in Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua for a thrilling Jet Skiing, Flying Fish or Parasailing experience. For Jet Skiing, accompanied by an instructor, is perfect for sea and jet ski fans. Reaching speeds of up to 80 km/h, you'll have the time of your lives jumping waves in the beautiful beach of Nusa Dua, Bali.

The session lasts approximately 15 minutes, and the instructors will show you how to operate the jet skis, helping you get the most of out of your time with these incredible machines.

Surfing and Body Boarding in Bali

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In Bali there are definitely waves for everyone to surf. If you don't have your own board, check out the Kuta or Sanur beaches for rentals (see picture). On Jl. Pantai Kuta is Pro Surf School. Surf lessons for all levels are offered.

For more information check this out.

Or Rip Curl School of surf on Blue Ocean Beach in Seminyak guarantees learning. If you're not standing up on your board by the end of the day, your next lesson is free...an offer you can't refuse! Check this.

At the Mercure Kuta Hotel Arcade, you can find Odysseys Surf School. Odeyssey guarantee customized surf lessons for students from 6 to 60. Check this.

Where to Surf?

Kuta and Legian Beach - perfect for learning

Medewi Beach - for intermediates or pros.

Canggu and Dreamland - for experienced surfers.

Nusa Dua - for experienced surfers.

Nusa Lembongan - (except Playgrounds) and

Uluwatu - for experienced surfers only.

Padang Padang - Bali's most dangerously tubing left-hander; works only on huge swells and should be left for the pros to ride!

Diving or snorkelling in Bali

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If you've not yet tried these sports, I recommend that you start at Tanjung Benoa Beach where you can hire the necessary equipment, either right on the beachfront or at one of the hotel-run dive centres.
Instructions are available at these diving centres. Most of the centres offer International (PADI) diving certificates but be sure to check their PADI Resort Code as well, for the insurance and medical facilities.

Where to Dive?

East Bali (see Bali Map)
Gili Tepekong, Gili Biaha and Gili Mimpang (Only for experienced divers)
And other spots are: Amed, Nusa Penida, Tulamben and Padang Bai.

South Bali (See Bali Map)
Nusa Lembongan - one of Bali's best diving sites. Sheltered coral reefs provide exceptional diving and snorkeling, but be aware of strong undertows.

Nusa Penida - Witness the most diverse variety of fish and corals. Beware of strong currents!.

North Bali (See Bali Map)
Pulau Menjangan - an island covering 7,000 hectares of coastal waters and coral reef, within the confinesn of Bali Barat National Park.
Early morning is the best time to dive.

Lovina Beach - Calm inner reef area. Good place to teach children how to snorkel.

Ceningan Island - Just off Bali's East coast. Great snorkeling for beginners and intermediates as currents are not too strong.

Lombok Island - Bali's neighbouring island. Off its coast are the famous Gili Isles, with some of the best snorkelling and diving spots in the region. Be aware of potentially strong currents around and between these islands.

Uluwatu, Bali

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Considered by some of the local people as sacred animals, macaques or monkeys are tolerated around the Balinese temples, as well as Uluwatu temple. Except Uluwatu temple, there are monkey forests in Ubud and Sangeh which are popular as tourist attractions.

At the Uluwatu temple, tourist who ignore the 'DO NOT FEED THE MONKEYS! KEEP VALUEABLES OUT OF SIGHT' sign may have their sunglasses, hats, earrings, and cameras suddenly snatched away.

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HOSPITAL ADDRESS and PHONE NO:

CENTRAL OF BALI

International SOS Medica Clinic
Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai no. 505X Kuta - Bali 0361 - 710-505
ARH Clinic
Jl. Diponegoro 55 Denpasar 0361 - 224-422
Bali Int'l Medical Center (BIMC)
Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100X, Kuta - Bali 0361 - 761-263
Dharma Usadha Hospital
Jl. Jend. Sudirman 50, Denpasar, Bali 0361 - 227-560
Graha Usadha Hospital
Jl. HOS Cokroaminoto 28 Denpasar, Bali 0361 - 413-988
Kasih Ibu
Jl. Teuku Umar 120 Denpasar, Bali 0361 - 223-036
Kuta Clinic
Jl. Raya Kuta Denpasar Bali 0361 - 753-268
Manuaba Hospital
Jl. HOS Cokroaminoto 28 Denpasar - Bali 0361 - 426-393
Niti Mandala Hospital
Jl. Tukad Unda 8 Renon, Denpasar, Bali 0361 - 227-220
Nusa Dua Medical Clinic
Jl. Pratama No. 81 Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, Bali 0361 - 771-324
Prodia Clinic
Jl. Diponegoro 192 Denpasar, Bali 0361 - 227-194
Puri Raharja Hospital
Jl. WR Supratman 14-19 Denpasar, Bali 0361 - 222-013
SANGLAH HOSPITAL
Jl. Diponegoro Denpasar, Bali 0361 - 227-911
Surya Husadha Hospital
Jl. Pulau Serangan 1-3 Denpasar, Bali 0361 - 233-787
Sanur Hospital
Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Sanur Bali 0361 - 289-076
Wangaya Hospital
Jl. RA Kartini 133 Denpasar Bali 0361 - 222-141
Prima Medika Hospital
Jl. Pulau Serangan, Denpasar Bali 0361 - 236-225

NORTH OF BALI

Prodia Clinic
Jl. RA Kartini 12, Singaraja Bali 0362 - 24-516
Singaraja Hospital
Jl. Ngurah Rai 30, Singaraja - Bali 0362 - 22-573

WEST OF BALI

Dharma Kerti Clinic
Jl. Manik 14, Tabanan - Bali 0361 - 811-424
Tabanan Hospital
Jl. Merpati 11, Tabanan, Bali 0361 - 811-754
Negara Hospital
Jl. Gelar, Negara, Bali 0365 - 41-006
Kerta Yasa Clinic
Jl. Ngurah Rai 143, Negara, Bali 0365 - 41-248

EAST OF BALI

Gianyar Hospital
Jl. Ciung Wanara 2, Gianyar 0361 - 943-049
Bangli Hospital
Jl. Kusumayudha 27, Bangli 0366 - 91-521
Klungkung Hospital
Jl. Flamboyan 40-42, Klungkung 0366 - 21-172
Amlapura Hospital
Jl. Ngurah Rai, Karangasem 0363 - 21-011
Ubud Clinic
Jl. Raya Ubud No. 36 0361 - 974-911

Nusa Dua Beach, Bali

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Nusa Dua, located at the south-eastern Bali about 40 km from Denpasar, the provincial capital of Bali (40 minutes drive), 1 hour 15 minutes drive to Ubud and about 25 minutes from Kuta.

Where to Stay

Nusa Dua is known for its luxurious International 5-star resorts.

Where to Play

Tanjung Benoa

Spa at Thalasso Mirage

Best Rate of Money Changer in Bali

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Some visitors did had their bad experience on changing money in Bali exspecially in Kuta region. Before changing the money you should know about the denominations of our Indonesian Rupiah (IDR).

These are some tips on changing money in Bali:

Change only a very small amount at the airport, as you will get at least 2% more outside.
Avoid money changers who advertise very attractive rates but then deduct comission; you usually end up with less than from those who charge no comission.
USD100 in banknote denomination gets the highest rate than smaller denominations. The banknotes must be smooth & clean.
The most important thing, recount your money (Indonesian Rupiah) by yourself before leaving!
Bring calculator. It's very useful both when changing money and bargaining souvenirs with the vendors.

There are some money changers with the best rate in Kuta and Ubud region.
One of them is PT. CENTRAL KUTA MONEY CHANGER (phone no: +62 361 762886) with many of their branch offices and most recommended by visitors. When in Kuta you can find it easily just next to Ramada Bintang Bali Hotel, Bali Dynasty Resort, and Matahari Department Store of Kuta Square.

Today's real exchange-rate

Bali Spa Treatment for Your Body & Mind

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Why you should try a day Spa while in Bali?
Looking for a reason to go on a spa vacation? You can jumpstart a healthy lifestyle.
Here are some of the best reasons to go to a spa - and suggestions on where to get the spa experience you're looking for and of course with the lowest price!

Get Healthy
Lose Weight
Detoxification
Release your stress tension

No matter how excited you are about your holiday, the process of just getting there can be stressful. As soon as you arrive, why not book a tension-melting massage to work out the knots and kinks that arise from sitting in an airplane seat?

The resort of Bali’s professional massage therapists can tailor a session to meet your individual needs, whether it be a Traditional Balinese massage, a rigorous deep-tissue Shiatsu massage to ease exercise-stressed muscles, an Aromatherapy massage combining the power of touch with the healing properties of aromatic essential oils extracted from locally plants, roots and flowers such as Jepun Bali (Frangipani), Melati (Jasmine), Mawar (Rose), Cendana (Sandalwood), Jahe (Ginger), even Kopi (Coffee) or Coklat (Chocolate); mountain’s minerals Stone massage, or a Tropical Spa.

The combination of 'health and vacation' is an increasingly attractive formula for mitigating the effects of busy urban life-style on one's body and mind.
One thing's for sure: After you've been expertly kneaded, you'll have no trouble slipping effortlessly into vacation mode.

Spa Resorts Directory

For Lowest Price call +62 8788 788 9999

Quick Silver Cruise, Bali

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DAY CRUISE

Venture into paradise each day with Quicksilver Cruises to the picturesque island of Nusa Penida, where it ties up alongside a floating pontoon for the day.
The island has superb gardens and marine life and is an ideal base for enjoying watersports, with unlimited banana boat rides, and parasailing available on request. Take a guided snorkeling tour, with qualified snorkeling instructors on hand to help you, or sample the experience of scuba diving.

If you don't want to get your feet wet, view the incredible coral formations from the comfort of our Semi Submersible vessel. Catch the boat over to the island and visit the village of Toyapakeh. Here, you can observe turtles, traditional cockfighting, sample traditional Balinese dress and enjoy a refreshing coconut drink. A sumptuous tropical buffet lunch is served in the air-conditioned salon of the Quicksilver, or you can dine on the floating pontoon.

NUSA PENIDA ISLAND DAY CRUISE
Destination : International Dive Point at Toyapakeh, Nusa Penida Island
Distance : 17 miles (50 minutes cruising)
Time : Departure at 09.30 am
Return at 15.45 pm
Meals : Morning Coffe, Tea and Pastries
International Buffet Luncheon
Afternoon Coffe, Tea and Light Crackers
Hotel Transfer : Includes

Activities short centralized from the Pontoon where quicksilver is tied up during the day at Toyapakeh as follows :
• Snorkeling inside the swimming area (snorkeling equipment are included)
• Unlimited banana boat rides
• Shorewalk Village Walking Tours with free coconut drink and watch Cock
Fighting, Weaving, Seaweed Farming and Turtle Farming
• Underwater viewing from our Semi Submersible
• Music entertainment and dancing

• Optional extras :
Scuba Diving, Snorkeling Safaris, Tattoo/Body Painting, Surf Bike and Jet Ski

DINNER CRUISE

A perfect way to end the day is the Quicksilver sunset dinner cruise. Sunsets in Bali are among the most spectacular in the world, and seeing the skyline temples silhouetted against the multi-colored clouds is one of many highlights in an unforgettable day.

Enjoy a welcome cocktail and Amuse Guele upon boarding, then be treated to a sumptuous gourmet international buffets whist you relax in air-conditioned comfort to the soothing sounds of our famous folk singers.
After dinner be entertained by live music and dancing. After the cruise you may like to continue your night in one of Beluga Marina's public bars, either way you are sure to enjoy an unforgettable day

Destination : Benoa Harbor Area
Distance : Depending on the weather
Time : Departure at 18.00 pm
Return at 20.30 pm
Meals : Folk Singers
Laser Disc Karaoke
Live Band
Traditional Magic Show
Crew Show
Description : Viewing the Sunset (depending on the weather) accompanied by Folk Singers
International Buffet Dinner
Singing and Dancing with Live Band
Gimmicks Extra value added services for honeymooner couple and birthday passenger.

Publish Rate
Quicksilver Day Cruise
Cruise to Nusa Penida Island, water activities, music entertainment and lunch
USD 95.00/person
Quicksilver Sunset Dinner
Romance dinner at cruise with live music, modern and traditional dance
USD 45.00/person

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(Payment on board)

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Bali Hai Cruise, Bali

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Bali Hai Reef Cruise

The Island Reef Cruise offers a full day's activities - above and below the water. The luxury Bali Hai II catamaran moors alongside the purpose-built pontoon in peaceful Lembongan Bay.

See the island's exotic marine life and colourful corals from the comfort of the semi-submersible coral viewer.

Try snorkeling for a closer look or enjoy a host of other activities: unlimited banana boat rides, a cultural tour of the island or our exciting 35 metre waterslide. And when you've worked up an appetite, feast on a delicious buffet served in air-conditioned comfort.
• Departs at 9.15am - Returns at 4:15pm
• Price : US $ 95
• Children 4 to 16 years half fare
• Infants under 4 years free
• Family Package US $ 256 - 2 adults + max 3 children (4 to 16 years)

INCLUDES:
• Air-conditioned hotel transfers
• Return transfers to Lembongan Island aboard the luxurious catamaran Bali Hai II
• Morning/afternoon tea and snacks
• International Buffet Lunch
• Semi Submersible Coral Viewer
• Village excursion
• Unlimited banana boat rides
• Snorkeling equipment and instruction
• 35m Water Slide
• Diving Board
• Locker

Bali Hai Sunset Dinner Cruise

There's no better way to spend a balmy tropical evening than on Bali Hai's evening Dinner Cruise. As the sun goes down we set off on a relaxing cruise around the harbour. Take in the cool night air on the top deck, be entertained by our live musical entertainers at the bridge deck, savour a delicious international buffet dinner, then dance the night away at our disco or enjoy our live cabaret show.
• Departs at 5.45pm - Returns at 8.45pm
• Price : US $ 45
• Children 4 to 16 years half fare
• Infants under 4 years free
• Family Package US $ 123 - 2 adults + max 3 children (4 to 16 years)

INCLUDES:
• Air-conditioned hotel transfers
• Welcome cocktail and floral lei
• International Buffet Dinner
• Live cabaret show
• Live Musical Entertainment

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Bounty Cruise, Bali

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Day Cruise on Nusa Lembongan island

Join cruise for a full day of water activities - above and below the sea - on the 48 meter pontoon located in the beautiful, crystal clear waters of Sanghyang Bay on Nusa Lembongan Island. The most fun you can have in one day

BOUNTY DAY CRUISE

Daily Service:
Destination Nusa Lembongan
Duration 9:00am - 4:00pm
Boarding Commences 8:30am

Schedule:
9:00 Depart from Benoa Harbour to Nusa Lembongan
10:00 Arrival at Pontoon Nusa Lembongan
10:15 Group I - Transfer to Village Tour or Beach Club

Group II - Pontoon Water Activities
11:30 Lunch Time - including Trio Singer Live Band
13:00 Group I - Pontoon Water Activities
Group II - Transfer to Village Tour or Beach Club

15:00 Depart from Pontoon to Benoa Harbour
16:00 Arrival at Benoa Harbour

Facilities aboard our 48 meter Pontoon:
- Reception
- Restaurant
- Showers and Toilets
- Locker
- Change Rooms
- Towel Rental

DAY CRUISE INFORMATION

Cruise Includes:
- Return transfer hotel - harbour - hotel
(Nusa Dua, Kuta, Sanur areas only)
- Morning and Afternoon Tea with snacks
- International buffet lunch
- Video entertainment aboard boat
- Live entertainment by Trio Batakos Singers
- A Semi Submersible Submarine
- Under water viewing chamber
- 44 meter water slide
- Unlimited banana boat rides
- Snorkeling equipment
- Glass bottom boat rides
- Canoeing
- Village tour or access to Day Center at Nusa Lembongan

What to bring:
- Swimming costume
- Sunscreen and Sunhat
- Camera
- Money for drinks, optional activities and souvenirs

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Discover Scuba Diving:
Introductory Diving available. Our Internationally recognized PADI Instructors will provide a safety, comfort and techniques briefing prior to the dive. The instructors will then take the participants on an exploration of the marine environment, at a maximum ratio of two participants to one instructor. The complete experience normally lasts approximately one hour.
- All equipment is included.
- US$40 for one dive.

Massage:
During the Day Cruises on the pontoon of Nusa Lembongan, relax your mind and body amidst the healing powers of the sea with a full massage. It will improve the blood circulation and offer total relaxation for your body and mind.
- Bounty Cruises Relaxing Massages: US$3.00 - US$10.00

SUNSET CRUISE - DINNER CRUISE
Once the sun goes down, step aboard for a night of romantic floating fun. Enjoy our program of live entertainment with your appetizing International Buffet Dinner served on the main deck. Dance the night away with our onboard DJ.
BOUNTY DINNER CRUISE

Nightly Service:
Location Benoa Harbour
Duration 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Boarding Commences 5:30pm

Cruise Includes:
- Return transfer hotel - harbour - hotel
(Nusa Dua, Kuta, Sanur areas only)
- Welcome drink and flower upon arrival
- International buffet dinner
- One voucher of beer, free orange juice and coffee or tea
- Live entertainment:
- Onboard Entertainer
- Balinese Dancers
- Sexy Brazillian Dancer
- Variety Review
- Modern Dance
- Live Music
- Onboard DJ
- Comedy Cabaret Show
- Trio Batak Singers
- Theme Night : Every Wednesday Carribean Pirates Party and Every
Saturday Hawaiian Dinner Cruises

What to bring:
- Camera
- Money for drinks

Bounty Day Cruise
Cruise to Lembongan Island, water activities, music entertainment and lunch USD 95.00 /person.
Children 3 - 14 years
50% off
Infants under 3 years
Free of charge

Bounty Sunset Dinner
Romance dinner at cruise with live music, modern and traditional dance USD 49.00 /person.
Children 3 - 14 years
50% off
Infants under 3 years
Free of charge

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Tegalalang, Ubud, Bali

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About 15 minutes north of Ubud Market. You can enjoy this fascinating paddy rice terrace view on the way to Kintamani. Driving along the road to Tegalalang you can stop by to so many art-shops which are specialize in producing colorful wood carved birds, fishes, cats and colorful mirrors, frames and many other designs.

Many of those shops are whole salers so of course you can get the best price on the spot.

Best Places to Shop:

Ubud Art Market

Pasar Seni Sukawati, Gianyar

Ubud Art Market, Bali

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Ubud Art Market or Pasar Seni Ubud is the most favorite shopping spot for tourists. Located right in Central Ubud, in front of famous Ubud Palace.
The market usually getting more crowded after lunch time because many tourists on Groups that taking by buses will have their best shopping time there so the parking space is quite difficult to find.

You'll at least need 1 day to explore part of Ubud's must stop by spots.
It could be happened if you're traveling free and easy by yourself or in a very small family group. If you stay in Kuta or Nusa Dua area, it is suggested you starting your tour in the morning. It will take about 1 hour drive from Kuta to Ubud. You can have your first stop by Ubud's sacred monkey forest then go to get your best 'morning price' (the Balinese believe that the 1st sale of the morning will bring them good fortune and more sales throught out the day so usually they do not want to lose the 1st sale).

After that you can visit Ubud Palace by walking just right in front of the market.

For lunch there are so many places for you to choose from five star restaurant like The Mosaic, Cafes along the main road of Ubud and of course for some visitors sometimes they would rather like to 'test' balinese traditional cuisine.

The famous balinese cuisine is Babi Guling or Roasted Pork but once you visit Ubud area there is one traditional balinese cuisine you should try. This kind of cuisine used to be Palace's cuisine. It means only Palace's Family (The Kngs') have the opportunity to have this kind of meal, named Bebek 'Bengil' or 'Dirty' Duck.

Since this kind of cuisine is very famous nowadays and anyone can have it easily in many restaurants in Ubud, as my experience there is only one as the pioneer of Dirty Duck Restaurant (presented to tourists) and considered to be the 'original' Dirty Duck restaurant, it is Bebek Bengil Restaurant located at about 5 minutes walk from Monkey Forest.

Best Places to Shop:
Pasar Badung, Denpasar
Pasar Seni Sukawati, Gianyar
Tegalalang, Ubud

Pasar Badung and Kumbasari, Denpasar, Bali

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This four storey Traditional Art Market is located on west bank of Badung River at Gajah Mada St., Central of Denpasar City, just about 20 minutes from Kuta.

Tourists can find various kinds of souvenir such as sarong, colorful balinese clothes, handycrafts, paintings, and more...

The market closed about 4 pm.

Cross the river is Pasar Badung or Badung Traditional Market.

This is the largest 3 storey traditional market in Bali. This market is open for 24/7. The busiest time started from 10 pm until the next morning when meats, fruits and vegetables producers from all around Bali supplying their commonities to the market and at the same time most of the restaurant owners and hotels find their needs too.

Local people shopping places:

Tiara Dewata Super Market

Matahari Dept Store

Bali Mall

Pasar Seni Sukawati, Gianyar, Bali

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It's located about 45 minutes from Kuta and 15 minutes away to Ubud.
Pasar Seni Sukawati or Sukawati Art Market is a two strorey traditional art market with a wide range of souvenir products such as t-shirt, sarong, wooden handicraft, wood-carving, painting, etc.

It's a 'must visit' for local tourists from all over Indonesia. Everyday is busy day for the vendors. No doubt it's a best place to shop, however, bargaining is a must! So...have a great fun on bargaining with these friendly vendors!

Best Place to Shop:
Ubud Art Market
Tegalalang, Ubud

Agung Rai Museum of Art

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The AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART (ARMA) was officially opened by the Indonesian Minister for Education and Culture, Prof. Dr. Ing. Wardiman Djojonegoro on 9 June 1996.
The museum is administered by the ARMA Foundation which was set up on 13 May 1996.

ARMA is more than a museum. It is a centre for visual and performing arts, and provides opportunities for the visitor to enjoy the permanent collection of paintings, special temporary exhibitions, theatre performances, dance, music, and painting classes,bookshop, library and reading room and cultural workshops

ARMA MUSEUM:
JL. PENGOSEKAN, UBUD, GIANYAR 80571
BALI, INDONESIA
Phone: (0361)975742 - 974228
FAX: (62 0361) 975332
E-mail : info@armamuseum.com

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Neka Art Museum, Ubud, Bali

2009-07-21T22:21:00.000-07:00

The Neka Art Museum was opened in 1982 and is named after a Balinese teacher Suteja Neka who collected paintings as a means of artistic documentation. Nowadays the museum has a great selection of works from many famous Balinese artists and expats who have lived here and influenced local artists. Read more...

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Museum Puri Lukisan, Ubud, Bali

2009-07-21T21:21:00.000-07:00

Following the disruptions of Second World War, a new organization, called "Ubud Painters Group", was created by artists such as I Gusti Nyoman Lempad under auspices of Tjokorda Gde Agung Sukawati and Rudolf Bonnet. Although it had many followers, the end came soon. Since then, a need for a museum of traditional Balinese art was felt among the artists.

Finally, in 1956 Museum Puri Lukisan was officially opened for public by the then Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs, Mr. Mohammad Yamin at 31st of January, 1956. Located in the main street, Jalan Raya, Ubud, the cultural heart of Bali.

Museum Puri Lukisan shows with its collection (painting and woodcarvings) the important developments of Balinese arts which is unique and priceless. Nowadays within the rapid changes in the art world the museum is active in organizing exhibitions of local artists.

MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN
YAYASAN RATNA WARTHA
Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar 80571, Bali - Indonesia
Phone: +62 361 971159, Fax: +62 361 975136
e-mail:museumpl@indo.net.id http://www.museumpurilukisan.com/

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The Renaissance Museum of Don Antonio Blanco, Campuhan, Ubud, Bali

2009-07-21T20:25:00.000-07:00

Antonio Blanco was born on September 15, 1911, in Manila, the capital of the Philippines. Both of his parents were Spanish, a fact that Blanco believed linked him geographically and spiritually to Miro and Salvador Dali.

His father settled in Manila during the Spanish - American War, where he attained prominence as a physician. Blanco was educated at the American Central School in Manila. During his high school years he loved the arts, literature and language classes but struggled in scientific subjects. It is no wonder that he spoke six languages - Spanish, French, English, Tagalog, Indonesian and a bit of Balinese.

After completing high school in Manila, Blanco studied at the National Academy of Art in New York under Sidney Dickinson. During those early formative years, Blanco concentrated on the human form, fascinated by the female body more than any other subject matter. To further his studies and ignite his traveling spirit, he traveled extensively throughout the world before he finally landed in Bali in 1952.

The King of Ubud gave Blanco a piece of land to set up his home and studio in Campuan, Ubud, at the confluence of two sacred rivers. Blanco and his Balinese wife, the celebrated dancer Ni Ronji, lived in their mountain retreat, barely leaving it for the world outside.

Following a brief trip to the United States, where Blanco acquired many new collectors, the couple never left their fantasy home again. Read more...

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Consulates in Bali

2009-07-20T21:39:00.000-07:00

Honorary consulate of Portugal
Istana Kuta Galleria - Blok Valet II No. 11
Jl. Patih Jelantik
Legian, Kuta

Australian Consulate
(Incl. Canada, New Zealand)
Jl. Tantular 32 Renon – Denpasar
Ph. (0361) – 241118. Fax (0361) 241120

Royal Denmark and Norway Honorary
Mimpi Resort Hotel Jimbaran,
Ph. 0361 – 701 070 ext. 32, Fax. 0361 – 701 073/4

Honorary Consulate of The Czech Republic
Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur, Denpasar Ph. 0361 – 286 465, Fax. 0361 – 286 408

Consulate Agency France
Jl. Merta Sari Gang II No. 8 Sanur, Denpasar,
Ph. 0361 – 285 485, Fax. 0361 – 286 406

Honorary Consulate of The Federal Republic of Germany
Jl. Pantai Karang 17 Sanur, Po Box 3100 Denpasar 80228,
Ph. 0361 – 288 535, Fax. 0361 – 288 826

Honorary Consulate of The Republic of Hungary
Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No 219 Sanur, Ph. 0361-287 701, Fax. 0361 – 735 232

Consulate Italy
Lotus Enterprise Building,
Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Ph./Fax. 0361 – 701 005

Honorary Consulate of Mexico
Puri Astina Putra Building
Jl. Moh Yamin 1 A Renon – Denpasar Po Box 3150 Denpasar,
Ph. 0361 – 223 266, Fax. 0361 – 244 568

Honorary Consulate of The Kingdom of Netherland
Jl. Raya Kuta 127 Kuta 80361, Po Box 3337 Denpasar 81001
Ph. 0361 – 761506, Fax. 0361 – 752 777 / 757 586

Honorary Consulate of Spain
Komplek Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Vallet 2 No 11
Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Bali, Ph. 0361 – 769 286, Fax. 0361 – 769 186

Consulate Agency of USA
Jl. Hayam Wuruk 310 Denpasar 80235, Ph. 0361 – 233 605, Fax. 0361 – 222 426

Consulate of Japan
Jl Raya Puputan No. 170 Renon Po Box 3432 Denpasar
Ph. 0361 – 227 628, Fax. 0361 – 265 066. e-mail : denpasar@mofa.go.jp

British Honorary Consulate
Jl. Tirta Nadi No 20 Sanur
Ph. 0361 – 270 601, Fax. 0361-287 804

Swiss and Austria Consulate
Jl. Patih Jelantik Kompleks Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No. 12 Kuta,
Ph. 0361 – 751 735, Fax. 0361 – 754 457

Honorary Consulate Brazil,
Jl. Legian 186, Badung, Ph. 0361 – 757 775, Fax. 0361 – 751 005

Honorary Consulate Thailand
Jl. Raya Puputan Renon 81, Denpasar, Ph. 0361 – 263 310, Fax. 0361 – 238 044

Indian Cultural Centre (Embassy of India, Jakarta),
Jl.Raya Puputan Renon No.42-44 Denpasar - Bali,
Ph. 0361 – 241 978, Fax. 0361 – 241 980

Honorary Consulate of Sweden & Finland
C/O Hotel Segara Village, Jl. Segara Ayu Sanur,
Ph. 0361 – 282 223, Fax. 0361 – 282 211

Honorary Consul of Chile
Jl. Pengembak Gang I No. 3 Sanur - Bali
Ph. (0361) 756781/281503, Facs. (0361) 756783, Hp. 081 139 4045

Honorary Consul of Malaysia
Jl. Pantai Kuta, Legian, Ph. 0361 – 752 520, Fax. 0361 – 766 373

Honorary Consul of The Slovakia Republic
Jl. Gunung Agung No. 93, Denpasar - 80118
Ph. (0361) 426171, Fax. : (0361) 426477, e-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com

Honorary Consulate of Republic of Poland
Jl. Petitenget II/1C, Kerobokan 80361 Kuta Bali
Ph. 082 361 4329, Fax. : 0361 732165

Bali Maps

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Kuta Map

Legian Map

Seminyak Map

Jimbaran and Nusa Dua Map

Sanur Map

Ubud Map

Sea Sand Sun

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Bali is one of over 17,000 islands in the Indonesia archipelago. It is a province of the Republic of Indonesia governed by an elected Governor and a local parliamentary assembly. The provincial capital is Denpasar where most government offices are located, in the area of Renon.

With the reputation of being one of the most beautiful and diverse tourist spot in Asia, Bali annually attracts almost 7,000,000 visitors from around the world.

Geographically, Bali is situated between the island of Java and Lombok.
The island, home to about 3.5 million people, has 5.632 square kilometers, stretching approximately 140 km from east to west and 80 km from north to south, and has been well-known since the year 70s. It is divided into eight regencies: Badung, Tabanan, Gianyar, Klungkung, Karangasem, Bangli, Jembrana and Buleleng.

Bali is predominantly Hindu in culture and great respect should be shown for all festivals, events and ceremonies which will most likely be of religious significance. Although originally from India, is comprised of a unique blend of Hindu, Buddhist, Javanese and ancient indigenous beliefs; it is very diffrent from the Hinduism practiced in India today.
The Balinese worship the Hindu trinity Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu, who are seen as manifestations of the Supreme God Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa. Balinese people also strongly believe in magic and the power of spirits, basing much of their religion on this.

Actually, Bali is really an island of agricultural with a system of paddy fields and irrigation established hundreds of years ago. The main tourist area stretches from Kuta to Seminyak. Kuta became a major attraction because of its famous white-sand beaches, the surf, stunning sunsets, hundreds of hotels, bars, restaurants and shops. For those in search of little peace and quiet tend to head for more sedate resorts of Candi Dasa on the east coast, Lovina in the north and Nusa Dua on the southern-most peninsula of the island. The central village of Ubud, in the hilly region of Gianyar, has also blossomed as a tourist attraction and is now considered to be the artistic and cultural centre of Bali.

Balinese society is based on the Pura (Temple), which is the center of religious, civil, family and social life with the Banjar as a cohesive center of the community.
Visitors are advised to show great respect for all ceremonies and be patient in dealing with officials at events, parades and temples.

At that time, Bali is truly an island of natural beauty and still 'virgin'. No wonder some western artists called it as "Morning of the world", "Paradise on earth", "The island of The Gods" and so on...
And some of them even decided to live and be a "balinese' for ever till the rest of their life, like the late legend of Ubud, Mr. Antonio Blanco.

It’s landscape of hills and mountains, coastlines, sandy beaches and beautiful rice terraces provide a fascinating view.
Indeed, this combination of natural beauty and friendliness bali community have made Bali as world's property, not only owned by the balinese themselves.
As 'a balinese' (you could claim yourself too :D) of course the pride is ours.
To maintain this pride someone should understand the concept of living that the 'real' balinese clinging on since the old days.
It is the TRI HITA KARANA or Concept of life Balancing:

Between human life with The Creator (Spiritual)
Between human life with other fellow human beings (Tolerance)
Between human life with its surrounding environment (Friendly Environment)

Nowadays, Bali has a lot to offer travelers with a spirit for adventure and a desire to see one of the most beautiful islands in the world, from outdoor activities to spiritual escapes. No matter what your travel style or budget there are lots of options for you to customize your dream vacation.

So..."When in Bali do like the balinese do". It is belong to you too, isn't it?!

Indonesia Visa Information

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Due to the Short Visiting Visa Policy, The Department of Justice and Human Rights of Indonesia as from August 2006 had determined VoA intended for tourists who are visiting to Indonesia.
The fee of Visa on Arrival (VoA) is USD25/person for a 30-day visiting visa and USD10/person for a 3-day visiting visa.
The fee must be paid in cash upon arrival airport or seaport.

The Visa on Arrival facility is available for the following countries:

1. Algeria
2. Argentine
3. Australia
4. Austria
5. Bahrain
6. Belgium
7. Brazil
8. Bulgaria
9. Cambodia
10. Canada
11. China
12. Cyprus
13. Czech Republic
14. Denmark
15. Egypt
16. Estonia
17. Fiji
18. Finland
19. France
20. Germany
21. Greece
22. Hungary
23. Iceland
24. India
25. Iran
26. Ireland
27. Italy
28. Japan
29. Kuwait
30. Laos
31. Latvia
32. Libya
33. Liechtenstein
34. Lithuania
35. Luxembourg
36. Maldives
37. Malta
38. Mexico
39. Monaco
40. Netherland
41. New Zealand
42. Norway
43. Oman
44. Panama
45. Poland
46. Portugal
47. Qatar
48. Romania
49. Russia
50. Saudi Arabia
51. Slovakia
52. Slovania
53. South Africa
54. South Korea
55. Spain
56. Surinam
57. Sweden
58. Switzerland
59. Taiwan
60. Tunisia
61. United Arab Emirates
62. United Kingdom
63. USA

There are 17 Airports and 23 Seaports across Indonesia that has VOA facilities:

AIRPORTS:
1. Adi Sutjipto in Yogyakarta
2. Adi Sumarmo in Solo
3. Ahmad Yani in Semarang
4. El Tari in Kupang
5. Hang Nadim in Batam
6. Halim Perdanakusuma in Jakarta
7. Hassanudin in Makassar
8. Husein Sastranegara in Bandung
9. Juanda in Surabaya
10. Ngurah Rai in Denpasar (Bali)11. Polonia in Medan
12. Sam Ratulangi in Manado
13. Selaparang in Mataram (Lombok)
14. Sepinggan in Balikpapan
15. Soekarno Hatta in Jakarta
16. Sultan Syarif Kasim II in Pekanbaru
17. Tabing in Padang

SEAPORTS :

1. Bandar Bintan Telani Lagoi in Tanjung Uban, Bintan
2. Bandar Sri Udana Lobam in Tanjung Uban, Bintan
3. Batam Centre in Batam
4. Batu Ampar in Batam
5. Belawan in Belawan
6. Benoa in Bali
7. Bitung in Bitung
8. Jayapura in Jayapura
9. Marina Teluk Senimba in Batam
10. Maumere in Flores
11. Nongsa in Batam
12. Padang Bai in Bali
13. Pare-pare in Pare-Pare
14. Sekupang in Batam
15. Sibolga in Sibolga
16. Soekarno-Hatta in Makassar
17. Sri Bintan Pura in Tanjung Pinang
18. Tanjung Balai Karimun
19. Tanjung Mas in Semarang
20. Tanjung Priok in Jakarta
21. Teluk Bayur in Padang
22. Tenau in Kupang
23. Yos Sudarso in Dumai

Visa FREE Facility is granted for the following countries:

1. Brunei Darussalam
2. Chile
3. Hongkong
4. Macau
5. Malaysia
6. Morocco
7. Peru
8. Philippines
9. Singapore
10. Thailand
11. Vietnam

Visitors whose countries ARE NOT included in the above list or wish to stay longer than 30 days in Indonesia, required to apply for their visa in advance, at the Indonesian Embassy.