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BALI&BEYOND JUNE 2014 1
JUNE 2014VOLUME 15 NO. 169
THE SUN... THE SAND... THE SURF... THE CULTURE OF PARADISE AND OVER 18,000 SURROUNDING ISLANDS
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MUSEUM DAYEXPLORE BIN HOUSE’S
COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE BATIKS
SIMPLE PLEASURES
TRADITIONAL GAMES TO PLAY WITH THE
LITTLE ONES
IN LIVING COLORVIBRANT WORKS OF ART FROM THE NEWLY OPENED PURPA GALLERY
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‘Om Swastiastu...’
In what felt like no time at all, the month of June has crept upon us and the island of Bali
is slowly entering its high season. We wanted to keep this edition lighthearted and fun,
just like the sunny summery days that tourists dream about when they book their plane
tickets and accommodation in Bali months ahead of time.
We start out with an article in CRAFT & CULTURE that reminds us to put down our
handheld devices every so often so we can remember the simple pleasures of playing
children’s games.
In DINE & DELIGHTS we peek into the La Finca restaurant in Canggu to experience
their weekly ‘Sassy Salsa Night.’ It’s the perfect place to momentarily toss out your
inhibitions and dance the night away to salsa rhythms (after enjoying a delicious dinner
of Ibiza style home cooking, of course)!
We have some other articles related to ‘seizing the day’ – read our contributor’s
humorous attempt to gain transport independence via motorbike in PONDERING
POINT, then turn to ACTION & ATTRACTION to learn about how you can be rewarded
with a memorable experience at Bali Sharks; you just have to put aside your fears and
preconceived notions about these incredible sea creatures.
Lastly, don’t forget to check out this month’s FOTO FOLIO, which features a selection
of eye-catching paintings housed at the newly opened Purpa Gallery in Seminyak. We
hope the vibrant colors and imagery will help brighten your day! Be safe while you
explore the island and enjoy this month of June.
‘Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om…’
The Team
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Fadil Azizis a travel photographer whose main passion is capturing the archipelago’s beauty. In this edition he takes us to Ujung Kulon, West Java.www.alcibbum-photography.com
Bayu Rahanathais a lecturer at Udayana University and a Marketing Communications specialist. He also has his own business in tourism but still fi nds time to continue his writing hobby.
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Anggara Mahendrais a Balinese photographer based in Denpasar. He is currently working on personal documentary projects related to cultural, social and environmental issues.anggaramahendra.com
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Yoppy Pieteris a photographer and writer documenting social issues and travel. His interests led him to train in photography via the PannaFoto Institute, the Permata Photojournalist Grant and the Angkor Photo Workshop. www.yoppycture.com
Diana O’Gilvieis a freelance writer with a mean case of wanderlust. For now, Bali is home. She loves writing about travel, food and lifestyle. Follow her blog www.love2travelwritefi lm.com and @LadyDiWanders on Instagram.
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44SIGHTS&SOUNDSPHOTOS & FUN FACTSSnapshots and quotes picked up throughout April and May
46REST&RELAXATIONSECRET GEMHead over to the Nusa Lembongan Beach Club for a quick getaway from the mainland
50PONDERINGPOINTLIVING ON TWO WHEELSA humorous account of what it’s like getting around the island by scooter
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18 PRIMEPROMOTION Hot deals and promotions of
the month that shouldn’t be missed
22 NEW&NEWS This month’s select news updates
from the island’s tourism industry
and what’s new around the island
80 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism
industry and what’s new beyond Bali
82 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and
various happenings of interest, from
art exhibitions to special events
84 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings
within the preceding month
88 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specifi c tourism
areas and places of interest, as
well as a distance scale between
the island’s main destinations
94 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and
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26CRAFT&CULTURESIMPLE PLEASURESPut down those handheld devices and play these games instead!
30LIFESTYLE&LEISURELEARN & HAVE FUNMuseums can be fun, and here are two options that will prove it to you
34DINE&DELIGHTSSULTRY NIGHTSGet on your feet and move to the salsa rhythm at La Finca restaurant
38PROFILE&PORTRAITGOOD MORNING, BALI!We chat with the DJs of the Good Morning Hard Rockers radio show
40INVITE&INDULGEKEIHL’S KONFIDENTIALThree places on the island where you can get your Keihl’s beauty product fi x
52FOTOFOLIOIN LIVING COLORA selection from fi ve artists whose works can be found at the newly opened Purpa Gallery
62LITTLELOVESBALI'S BACK ALLEYSThree hangouts championed by the twenty-something crowd in Bali
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70BEYONDBALITHE TAKPALA MELODYExplore the Takpala Traditional Village in Alor, East Nusa Tenggara
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66ACTION&ATTRACTIONSWIMMING WITH SHARKSInteract with Bali Shark’s rescued sea
creatures at Serangan Island
76CAPITALCORNERTREASURE HUNTING
Jalan Surabaya in Jakarta holds a wealth of antique treasures just
waiting to be discovered
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12 YEARS AND UNDERSheraton Bali Kuta Resort opens its brand new Play@Sheraton Kids Club this
month, which features “edutainment” programs for children up to 12 years old
that encourage exploration of Balinese culture in a fun way. The two-story space
boasts computer stations, books, a fl at screen TV with international channels, and
a DVD player. There’s even a wet area with a sand pit and healthy food from the
resort’s ‘Colour Your Mini Plate’ menu. The club is complimentary for all in-house
guests from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, but outside guests can take advantage of it as
well with a minimum transaction of Rp. 350,000++ at the resort’s Shine Spa.
Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort, Jalan Pantai Kuta, Kuta(0361) 846-5555, www.sheraton.com/balikuta
Olive Restaurant in Seminyak is offering a very unique
deal in July! For one entire month there will be no prices on the
menu, and the restaurant will let customers decide what they
should pay. If you’ve been curious to try out this restaurant, now
is your chance to pop in and decide how much you think their
meals are worth. Olive serves tasty no-nonsense Mediterranean
and Asian fusion dishes using fresh and locally sourced
ingredients, in an atmosphere that is typical of the Seminyak
area – casual yet stylish. Previously open only for dinner, Olive
will soon begin serving breakfast and lunch as well.
Olive Restaurant, Jalan Petitenget No. 880, Seminyak(0361) 473-5976
PAY AS YOU WISH
HEALTHY & TASTYGolden Lotus Restaurant at the Bali Dynasty Resort in Kuta is
offering special Chinese Herbal Soups until the end of July.
Popular amongst the Cantonese, these soups are light and
tasty and made with herbs that have healing benefi ts such as
Wai-san (an anti-aging herb benefi cial for the stomach, spleen
and lungs). There are two soup options – seafood and chicken
– available for Rp. 75,000 net/bowl. We recommend these
herbal soups to help fend off pesky colds during the transition
from rainy to dry season.
Golden Lotus at Bali Dynasty Resort, Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta (0361) 752-403, www.balidynasty.com
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An all-day Asian brasserie has opened in Seminyak called Fat
Gajah Restaurant & Bar – the latest brainchild of the team behind
the renowned Chandi Restaurant. Fat Gajah is a casual yet
refi ned space featuring an open kitchen and intimate ambiance.
The menu is playful and plentiful – we recommend doing a
Dumpling Tasting with a friend to sample their steamed and fried
dumplings, or try a noodle dish like their delicious Seared Black
and eye-catching presentations at CIRE restaurant,
as well as wholesome and authentic Indonesian
fl avors at The Warung.
Alila Villas Uluwatu, Jalan Belimbing Sari, Pecatu(0361) 848-2166, www.alilahotels.com
NEW CHEF IN ULUWATU
On May 16, Petite Terre Swimwear
launched its fi rst collection named La
Créole at Peppers Sentosa in Seminyak.
This new swimwear brand is inspired by
the Caribbean, where their tropical lifestyle
shares similarities to Bali’s. Available in
10 different women’s styles, Petite Terre’s
handmade swimwear features vibrant
colors, textures and on-trend shapes, and
is produced using 88% Italian recycled
fabrics – an important part of the brand’s
commitment to the environment. Petite
Terre also plants a tree for every swimsuit
purchased, so you can look good and do
good at the same time.
www.petiteterreswimwear.com
ECO-FRIENDLY SWIMWEAR
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THESE TRADITIONAL GAMES WILL REMIND
YOU WHAT FUN IT WAS TO PLAY SIMPLE
GAMES AS A CHILD.
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For most of us, technology
and hand held gadgets
dominate our time. Even
when on holiday here
in Bali, sometimes the
“demands” of your gadget can be
hard to ignore. Unfortunately, this
happens to me too.
SIMPLE PLEASURES
There was a moment a couple
of days ago when I noticed kids at
an elementary school in Denpasar
playing a traditional game during
recess. It reminded me of how much
fun it was to play with my friends as
a child, instead of interacting with a
screen the way many kids do these
days. Here are fi ve games
that I used to play as a
child growing up in Bali.
You might recognize some
of them – why not try them out
with your little ones?
ELEPHANT - HUMAN - ANTThis is basically the Indonesian
version of rock-paper-scissors. Your
thumb represents an elephant, your
index fi nger represents a human,
and your little fi nger represents an
ant. The elephant wins against the
human but loses against the ant. The
human wins against ant but loses
against the elephant. And the ant
wins against the elephant but loses
against the human.
How to play
• Say “Elephant-human-ant”
• Extend the fi nger of your choice
(thumb, index or little fi nger)
• Do this fi ve times consecutively
• The fi rst to beat their opponent
three times is the winner
CETESThis game was played by many
Balinese in the 90’s, not only by
children but by adults as well. The
game very much resembles hacky
sack. In the Tabanan area cetes
means to kick a ball, which
in this case is made from
frangipani fl owers. The
winner of the game is the
one who bounces the fl ower
ball off of their foot and
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into the air the most times without
dropping it.
To make a fl ower ball, collect 15-
25 frangipani fl owers. Hold the stems
together and tie them with a rubber
band or string. It should resemble a
tiny bouquet like the ones carried by
brides on their wedding day.
Invite 2-4 friends to play. With
enough people you can even divide
yourselves into groups. Use your
instep to bounce the ball; it will be
much easier that way. Also, try not
to bounce the ball too high!
your hand, then
repeat step 3
• Throw the ball
again and let it bounce
once, then collect two jacks
before catching the ball
• Continue until you’ve collected all
the jacks in one bounce. If you do
this fi rst, you’re the winner! But if you
fail to pick up the jacks on the fi rst
bounce, your turn is over and it’s on
to the next person.
BALE BUNDERThis is an outdoor game played by
six people. One person is “it” while
the rest are free. Draw a giant circle
on the ground that is 3-4 meters
in diameter and have all the free
people stand inside the circle. The
person who is “it” stands outside of
the circle and may not step inside.
That “it” person must attempt
to touch one of the free people to
become free themselves. This is the
BEKELTo play this game you need to
buy a toy set called a bekel. This
is basically a set of jacks and a
ball. You can fi nd this in any local
stationary store. If you’ve ever
played jacks before, you’ll know that
it can be played by as many people
as you wish. The game is played on
the fl oor, so have a seat and enjoy
the game.
How to play
• Flip a coin or do “elephant-human-
ant” to determine who goes fi rst
• Hold the ball and the jacks
together in one hand
• Throw the ball and let it bounce
once, then spread the jacks on the
fl oor and catch the ball immediately
• Throw the ball again and let it
bounce once, then collect a jack
and catch the ball before it bounces
again
•Continue until all the jacks are in Cetes
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stick must be placed into a vase
without letting the sokasi fall
• If the sokasi falls, he or she must
stop and the next player starts
making their way from point A
• If you can manage to place a stick
in a vase at B, you’ll get 17 points.
If you place a bamboo stick at C,
you’ll get 8 points. At point D you’ll
get 19 points and when you make it
back to A you’ll get 45 points
• The total score for each player
is determined by the sum of their
points. For example, if someone
manages to place sticks at B, C, D
and A, their score will be 17 + 8 +
19 + 45 = 89
• The winning team is the one with
highest score from their players. If
you notice, the points you get at
each corner represent Indonesia’s
Independence Day: 17-8-19-45
(17th of August, 1945)
By Bayu Rahanatha
fun part, because the free ones will
taunt and tease whoever is “it” and
bolt to and from the edge of the
circle while trying not to get caught.
If they are touched, then it is their
turn to be “it.”
NUUT TITIThis outdoor game is relatively new,
created in 2011 by Mr. Made Taro,
a native Balinese who was inspired
by Indonesia’s Independence Day to
create it. It is played by two groups
of 3-5 people each.
The items needed include chalk,
four bamboo vases, four bamboo
sticks and a sokasi (Balinese
traditional container made of
bamboo), but you can also substitute
this with a thick book. Draw a
rectangle using chalk that is 5x10
meters. Next, place a bamboo vase
at each corner of the rectangle.
Using chalk, label the corners A, B,
C and D.
How to play
• The fi rst player starts walking from
point A with a sokasi on their head
and the bamboo sticks in their hand
(he or she may not touch the sokasi)
• Upon reaching point B, a bamboo
Nuut Titi
Bale bunder
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Museums are
fi lled with
stories, and
those glass-
covered
displays can be a journey in
themselves. They encourage us
to discover the history of human
civilization in a captivating
environment, transporting us into a
time tunnel and back into the past.
Unfortunately, young children
are not always as attuned to the
wonders of museums as adults
usually are. But you can instill
appreciation in them by introducing
them to places like Museum Kain,
with its extensive collection of batik
fabrics from around Indonesia
and interactive learning stations.
Afterwards you can take a trip to
the 3D Trick Art Gallery, in case
your kids need to be ‘bribed’ with
fun photo opportunities in order to
cooperate!
THE CLOTH MUSEUMUpon entering Museum Kain, you
will see hundreds of beige acrylic
pieces formed into the shape of
a giant caterpillar and hear the
TEACH YOUR KIDS ABOUT INDONESIAN HERITAGE
AT MUSEUM KAIN, AND THEN CONTINUE TO THE
3D TRICK ART GALLERY FOR A FUN PHOTO SESSION.
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recorded voice of Josephine ‘Obin’
Komara (one of the founders of the
museum) welcoming visitors.
Inside you’ll see an installation of
64 wood framed photos display the
history of batik cloth use throughout
the years, including the batik made
by Bin House. Bin House has been
producing Indonesian traditional
batik textiles since the 1980’s,
inspired by their own personal
antique collection of batik. Obin,
together with her late husband
archeologist cum batik collector Roni
Siswandi and their son Erlangga
‘Elang’ Komara, established
Museum Kain to encourage people
to develop a love for Indonesian
textiles.
The museum journey begins with
the inspiring presentation of 62 rare
batik pieces displayed on the wall,
a carefully curated selection from
the 600-some pieces owned by Bin
House. Every six months the pieces
on display are exchanged for others
to complement the selected theme.
“The museum aims to invite
visitors to explore the museum on
their own, without being interrupted
by a guide or piece of text placed
next to the collections. Once they
fi nd something specifi c they are
interested in, they can access the
multimedia technology via the
touch screen panel nearby the
cloth,” explained museum director
Annissa Gultom. In addition, visitors
can design and dye their own
batik through a multimedia game
operated with the touch screen
as well.
If you have questions, a
“storyteller” is ready to help you.
Risda, one of the storytellers,
Museum Kain at Beachwalk
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explained that in the past, only
palace (Keraton) members had
the right to use certain batik. An
example of this is the wave-inspired
Parang batik motif, which indicates
a higher social status.
In the future, Museum Kain will not
only display and share information
with visitors but will also be involved
in programs to help improve other
museums in Indonesia, providing
ideas on how to present history in
creative ways. The fi rst collaboration
will be with Yayasan Pecinta Budaya
Bebali and Threads of Life.
Museum Kain is located in the
Beachwalk shopping mall in Kuta,
on the third fl oor. It is open Tuesday
through Sunday from 10 a.m. to
7:30 p.m. and the entrance fee is
Rp. 100,000 for foreign tourists
(discounts available for Indonesian
nationals).
3D TRICK ART GALLERYThis gallery opened in April 2014
and is situated on a main road
(Sunset Road, towards the end that
is closer to Seminyak). It is a two-
story building with 35 paintings on
the fi rst fl oor and 45 on the second
fl oor, with various themes such as
the dinosaur age, beach life, science
fi ction and traditional Balinese life.
Thirteen artists from Korea, Central
Java and Jakarta professionally
painted these images using the
“anamorphosis” technique.
Anamorphosis is derived from
the Greek prefi x “ana” meaning
back and “morphe” meaning
shape or form. Anamorphosis is a
distorted projection that appears
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is different from another. The oldest
anamorphosis work was “Leonardo’s
Eye” by Leonardo Da Vinci in 1485,
followed by Andrea Pozzo’s “Glory
of Saint Ignatius” on the ceiling of
the Saint Ignatius Church in Rome
(1691-1694). A modern anamorphic
artist is Kurt Wenner, with his three-
dimensional chalk art on pavement
that create stunning optical illusions.
At the 3D Trick Art Gallery,
visitors will be assisted by a guide
to make sure pictures are taken
from the correct angle. According
to gallery supervisor Amelia Cahya,
if pictures are taken from the right
point of view and supported by
the correct body language and
facial expressions, it can result in
a really interesting image. You are
guaranteed lots of giggles and a
camera memory full of photos to
bring home as souvenirs.
The 3D Trick Art Gallery is open
daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and the
entrance fee is Rp. 100,000. There
are talks of similar galleries being
launched in the future in Kuta, Ubud
and even the Tanah Lot area.
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Every Wednesday, the
dining tables are moved
into the gardens for al
fresco dining and then
from 7 to 10 p.m. salsa
novices and afi cionados alike twirl
around La Finca’s dance fl oor. “Even
the low season feels like high season
on Salsa Night!” said owner Thomas
Mack.
The earlier part of Sassy Salsa
Night is dedicated to getting
novices’ feet wet, with two
professional instructors—one male
and one female—on hand to share
IBIZA IN BALI? YES, PLEASE! LA FINCA’S
‘SASSY SALSA NIGHT’ HAS GAINED
MOMENTUM AS THE PLACE TO HONE
YOUR SALSA CHOPS.
SULTRY NIGHTS
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their knowledge. We noticed a few
nervous Nellies sitting around the
perimeter of the dance fl oor at fi rst,
but the instructors (from Salsa Bali
and Salsa Click Bali) were quite
encouraging, taking the hands of
those wanting to learn basic salsa
steps and expertly guiding confused
feet to the salsa beats.
Sisilia Tanjung, a fi rst time
participant in Sassy Salsa Night,
said, “I like how they seek out
people to dance. I’m too shy to go
by myself and the instructor was
very friendly. I’ll be back.
I want to learn salsa now.”
As the night progressed the music
got louder and the salsa regulars
began to arrive. Women in fl ip-
fl ops and fl ats quickly changed into
shiny-heeled dancing shoes. Brightly
colored fl ouncy skirts and dresses
completed the unspoken salsa attire.
By around 8 p.m. the dance fl oor
had quickly fi lled up. Paired salsa
regulars moved in tune to the sultry
Latin beats, their bodies pressed
tightly against each other with hands
clasped high above their heads.
They shimmied, dipped and danced
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backwards and forwards. Their
fl ouncy skirts showed just enough leg
to make dancing under a full moon
even hotter.
“We are a fairly new restaurant,
and we were looking for a way to
inject a different, cool vibe into the
restaurant,” Mack explained. “Salsa
is simple and fun. It has Latin roots
and fi ts in well with our concept. We
have a lot of regulars from Bali’s
salsa community.”
LIBATIONS & FOODDelicious Pina Coladas were the
featured drink on the night of our
visit. La Finca’s mixologist Deecee
has worked in Ibiza and prides
himself on creating his drinks with
only the freshest ingredients.
Our favorite was the Sangria.
The Sangria ‘El Rey’ Roja (red wine
Sangria with brandy and Triple Sec
orange liquor) had a tanginess to it
that paired well with the freshly cut
fruit. The Sangria ‘El Principe’ Cava,
made with rose, had a delightful
and fi zzy twist. At La Finca it is the
real deal, and not some inferior
drink masquerading as authentic
Sangria.
Ibiza is known as one of the
party capitals of the world, and
the very mention of it conjures
up images of thong bikinis
and pulsating electronic music.
However, Mack wants to show
diners the other side of his
Mediterranean homeland.
“La fi nca means farmhouse in
Spanish,” he explained. “In Ibiza,
you will fi nd many farmhouses that
have been turned into restaurants,
operated by families who often times
live on the property. What you get
is a warm, welcome, family-type
environment. The food is authentic,
rustic and unpretentious.” Mack’s
eyes sparkled as he looked off into
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the distance, perhaps thinking back
to the good times spent in Ibiza.
Their food is typical of traditional
la fi nca offerings, with everything
made from scratch. This includes
their bread, baked in a wood oven.
We were dazzled by the parade of
tapas that graced our table, from
Calamares Fritos de la Casa (crispy
fried calamari with black ink Aioli)
to Pulpo a la Gallega (Galician
style octopus, olive oil, sea salt and
paprika cooked to tender perfection)
to the sinfully decadent Patata
Ibicencas (crispy potatoes with
creamy cheese sauce).
We can’t resist anything with
chorizo, and the Croquetas de
Chorizo defi nitely made it on to our
favorites list. Unlike the potato-based
Dutch croquettes, these balls of fried
goodness are made with béchamel
sauce.
Spanish-style sharing is such
a refreshing way to dine, and La
Finca’s tapas are fi lling and easily
shared around the table. We
already have in mind what dishes
we want to sample on our next visit!
As for the free Sassy Salsa Night –
this is an absolute must-try. La Finca
is a cultural oasis offering diners
and dancers alike a taste of Ibiza
in Bali.
By Diana O’Gilvie
La Finca
Jalan Subak Sari No. 77,
Batu Belig
(0361) 274-0088
www.lafi ncabali.com
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GOOD MORNING, BALI!
Bali & Beyond (BB): You are both
DJs at Hard Rock Radio Bali. Some
listeners might think they know you,
but how would you describe your
personality?
Riri Djalil (RD): I’m a crazy, sexy, fun
and fearless female!
Budi ‘Bee’ Satria (BBS): I’m
stubborn, fun, fearless… well, except
I’m afraid of ghosts. I’m a romantic
and faithful too!
BB: What’s the best thing about your
job?
RD: The nice thing about being
a radio DJ is that I don’t have to
shower or put makeup on. I just
need to show up with my voice “on”
and my mind awake.
BBS: I can ramble on about
whatever I want and people still
listen and pay attention to me!
BB: What’s the hardest thing about
your job?
RD: Keeping myself from swearing!
BBS: Waking up early in the
morning and always being ready
with a “smiling heart” and “smiling
voice” despite my current mood.
BB: As radio personalities, you’ve
got to be up to date with all the
WE RECENTLY HAD A LAIDBACK CHAT WITH RIRI DJALIL &
BUDI ‘BEE’ SATRIA, THE DUO BEHIND THE ALWAYS ENTERTAINING
‘GOOD MORNING HARD ROCKERS’ RADIO SHOW.
developments in Bali. What is the
most interesting thing being talked
about lately?
RD: Land reclamation and the
Presidential election coming up.
BBS: The development of the tourism
sector and infrastructure challenges.
BB: That leads us to the next
question… what’s the most worrying
thing?
BBS: Safety issues and recent crimes
that have resulted in injuries and
tragic deaths.
RD: Agreed!
BB: We’ve tuned in and heard you
both use a mixture of languages,
but mostly you use Indonesian.
Tell us some Balinese and English
phrases that you often bring into
the mix.
RD: The Balinese phrase I use a lot
is “creng” – it’s a slang word for
woman and means “naughty girl.”
As for English, I fi nd myself saying,
“dude” a lot!
BBS: I use “nok,” “nae” and
“kenken.” The fi rst two are used
for emphasis and “kenken” means
“how.” In English I often say
“absolutely,” “so obvious,” and “you
don’t have to mention that!”
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RD: I fi nally got a boyfriend! So I
won’t be labeled as a transsexual or
a lesbian anymore. There’s nothing
wrong with that, but I am neither...
BBS: Hahahaha…
BB: Do you have a message for Bali
& Beyond readers who tune into
your show?
RD: We’re happy to be your wake-
up call in the morning, your mood
booster for the day! We hope our
radio show is always entertaining
and informative.
BBS: Thanks for tuning in and never
skip out on Good Morning Hard
Rockers! You might regret missing out
on crazy moments with Riri and me.
BB: How about a message for Bali
& Beyond readers who are on
holiday here in the Island of the
Gods?
RD: Grab Bali & Beyond for
your guide to touring the
island… wait a minute, you’re
reading this, which means you
already have. Good job!
BBS: On a serious note, I’m really
concerned about keeping Bali clean.
While you’re here on the island,
don’t forget to throw your rubbish
in the bins and not just anywhere.
I hope you enjoy Bali to the
fullest!
BB: Finally, what’s your hope
for Bali in the coming years?
RD: I hope Bali will remain safe
and fun.
BB: In this issue we hope readers are
inspired to dance, play and enjoy
the day. Name your favorite place to
do each of these things in Bali!
RD: My favorite place to dance is
Hypnotized, which is on the top fl oor
of Beachwalk. They play Progressive
Crossover. My favorite place to
play and enjoy the day… I choose
my room. When you often have an
audience, it makes you crave the
peace and quiet of your own space.
BBS: Hypnotized is my choice too.
But I choose Harvest on Sunset Road
for rendezvous with friends and
Ultimo on Petitenget Street for dinner
dates.
BB: OK, now name your #1 beach,
cultural site, restaurant and late
night hangout.
RD: My number one beach is
Double Six because of the bakso
(Indonesian meatballs in a clear
broth). Cultural site… I don’t have
one in particular but I recommend
going to the Ubud area. My favorite
restaurant would have to be EatWell
in Seminyak and favorite late night
hangout… again, Hypnotized!
BBS: My beach of choice is Batu
Belig. My cultural site of choice
is Penglipuran village in Bangli.
Favorite restaurant at the moment
is Velvet and late night hangout is
Hypnotized as well. Sorry for the
same answer. Sometimes we hang
out outside of work too!
BB: Tell us about a hilarious situation
that happened to you lately.
BBS: I hope that the development of
infrastructure will be able to keep up
with the development in tourism that
is moving so swiftly.
BB: Any last words?
RD: There’s never last words coming
me, because I’ll be around till death
do ‘words’ part!
BBS: Seriously,
Riri??
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BY ON THE ISLAND, BUT NOW WE’VE GOT GOOD NEWS FOR
THE DIEHARD FANS OUT THERE. THERE ARE THREE NEW PLACES
WHERE YOU CAN GET YOUR FIX.By Regina Indraswari
KEIHL’S KONFIDENTIAL
First, just to clarify –
nobody is paying me to
write about this topic,
nor is anyone providing
me with product (but
if someone would like to... I kid,
I kid!). I am but a humble fan of
Keihl’s who, until not long ago, had
to make trips to the capital or rely
on friends visiting the island from
abroad to “replenish my stock”
when I ran low. And I can’t possibly
be the only one!
Keihl’s has been committed
to helping people overcome skin
problems since 1851. With more
than 160 years of experience under
their belt, they have my vote when it
comes to skin and hair products that
produce positive results.
This is why I decided to share
with you the three places in South
Bali where you can now fi nd Keihl’s.
The awesome part is that all three
locations are quite different from one
another. One place offers Keihl’s pet
products, the next is actually a hotel
and the last place even has a special
Keihl’s consultation corner! Read on
to learn more.
STOCK UPThink Pink Nails is relatively new to
the island (less than two years old)
and already has quite the following.
It can be hard to book a beauty
appointment sometimes, as their slots
fi ll up fast! Aside from the almost
2,000 nail lacquer shades available
for your mani-pedi, you can treat
yourself to a macadamia oil hair
masque, a Biotherm body treatment
and a massage, not to mention the
array of Keihl’s products lined up
neatly near the drying station for you
to peruse.
There’s everything from Keihl’s
‘Scalp Purifying Pyrithione Zinc
Dandruff Shampoo’ to ‘Ultimate
Strength Hand Salve’ to ‘Orange
Flower & Lychee Skin Softening
Body Cleanser.’ You’ll also fi nd
makeup remover, alcohol-free toner,
overnight peels and anti-perspirant
and deodorant cream – the list
really goes on and on. But the most
interesting of the lot has to be the
Keihl’s products for canines.
Yes, you heard me correctly. At
Think Pink they sell Keihl’s ‘Cuddly
Coat Grooming Shampoo’ and
‘Cuddly Coat Conditioning Rinse’
for Rp. 300,000 each. These
gentle formulas were developed in
collaboration with dog grooming
professionals and will tame your
pup’s mane while leaving a light and
clean scent. Talk about a splurge!
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is fully booked when you visit, at the
very least you can leave with a bag
full of Keihl’s goodies for you and
your pup to soften the blow.
Think Pink Nails
Jalan Batu Belig No. 108,
Kerobokan
(0361) 918-8116
www.facebook.com/
thinkpinknailsbali
BEST AMENITIESI’ll be the fi rst to admit that one
of the things I look forward to
most about staying at a hotel is
being able to bring home the
room amenities afterwards. Bar
soap? Nail fi ler? Shower cap that
I haven’t used yet? Why, yes…
I do need all of those, thank you
very much. When you combine this
with the fact that the hotel’s room
amenities are all Keihl’s products, to
say I am “over the moon” would be
putting it lightly.
L Hotel guests will fi nd a selection
of Keihl’s amenities right beside the
sink, making their stay even more
enjoyable. The products range from
‘Ultra Facial Cleanser’ to ‘Amino
Acid Shampoo & Conditioner’ to
‘Crème de Corps Nurturing Body
Washing Cream,’ and of course their
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body lotion and daily UV defense
(SPF 50), which are very necessary
in Bali. The amazing thing is that
they are not stingy with their sizes,
and your amenities will last long after
you’ve left the hotel and the island.
On top of that, the L Hotel
is located very strategically in
Seminyak, just a stone’s throw away
from hip places like Barbacoa and
the Potato Head Beach Club, as well
as exquisite restaurants like Metis
and Sarong. There are 30 sexy
suites that come with personalized
butler service, ‘exhibitionist tubs’
and some of the biggest and fl uffi est
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area. Beachwalk is a favorite of mall-
goers and shopaholics on the island,
with numerous local and international
clothing and cosmetic brands.
Some recent additions include
Zara, Victoria’s Secret and Jakarta’s
own Glow Living Beauty. Glow sits
on the ground level and carries
prominent cosmetic and skincare
brands such as Shiseido, Anna Sui,
Lancome, Elizabeth Arden and you
guessed it… Keihl’s!
What’s special here is that they
not only sell Keihl’s products, but
they have an entire corner designed
specifi cally for consultations. The
pillows I’ve seen at any hotel and
resort on the island. Also worth
noting is their restaurant Lola, which
offers very tasty Indonesian fare.
L Hotel
Jalan Petitenget No. 8L, Seminyak
(0361) 894-7898
www.thelhotels.com
SPECIAL CORNERWho doesn’t love Beachwalk? Bali’s
newest shopping center is partially
open-air and boasts a direct view of
Kuta Beach, where you can watch
the sun set from their rooftop garden
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counter, which is equipped with
seats and mirrors, is the place
where customers can do a quick test
to determine the oil level on their
forehead and cheeks then have a
one-on-one consultation to determine
what skin regiment would best suit
their skin’s needs. If you are still on
the fence about what to purchase,
you can take home samples in small
sachets (for roughly 2-3 times use) to
test out the products that have been
recommended for you.
The Keihl’s product that they
champion at Glow is the ‘Super
Multi-Corrective Cream’ with beech
tree extract and jasmonic and
hyaluronic acids. This is said to
reduce the signs of aging in just
two weeks by lifting, fi rming and
visibly redefi ning skin contours.
Not convinced? Best ask the Keihl’s
experts on duty at Glow yourself.
Glow also carries fragrances for
men and women, and if you stop
by make sure to ask about their
loyalty program. As a member you
can collect points as you shop,
applicable at their Beachwalk
location in Bali and their Plaza
Indonesia location in Jakarta. Those
points are redeemable for special
gifts and shopping benefi ts.
Glow Living Beauty at Beachwalk
Jalan Pantai Kuta, Kuta
(0361) 846-4888
www.beachwalkbali.com
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We’re obsessed with the sunken seating
at the RIMBA Resort that is surrounded by
water (this snap was taken near the lobby).
As a meeting point before heading up to the
UNIQUE bar, it’s hard to get up and leave!
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Our cork board of photos, quotes
and fun facts that we picked up
while exploring in April
and May...
These photos from the Franksland Spring Summer 14/15 campaign really have us craving a quick jaunt to Gili Air!(Photos are by Mark Carolan, model is Tom S., make up by Antonina Dmitrieva and art & styling by Franklin)
Kukusan is a cute little steamed bun shop newly
opened on Sunset Road. It’s the perfect place to
grab a snack & drink after shopping on Oberoi
Street or to satisfy late night munchies!
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Jimbaran Bay has always been a great place to catch the sunset
while devouring a fresh grilled seafood dinner on the beach...
We stopped by CIRE restaurant at Alila Villas Uluwatu and were met by this gorgeous view. Lunch was equally mind-blowing -- such beautiful presentation and fl avors!
What does the Bali Safari & Marine Park do with the 1,500 kg of elephant dung produced daily? Why, process it into cute stationery and home decorations, of course! Check out their “Poo Paper Products” made on-site and sold in their gift shop. Made by combining elephant dung with discarded offi ce paper and brochures, collected rainwater and organic glue, it’s awesome how they’re turning waste into something new!
The Galungan holiday took place this past May
and all the neighborhoods were beautifully
decorated with tall and striking penjor lining the
streets. Above is a shot of a barong bangkung
being a ‘ham’ for the camera (pun intended)!
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IF YOU ARE SPENDING MOST OF YOUR TIME IN
BALI BUT CRAVE A QUICK 1-2 DAY TRIP OFF THE
MAINLAND THAT IS NOT THE GILI ISLANDS, THEN
THE LEMBONGAN BEACH CLUB & RESORT JUST
MIGHT BE THE PLACE FOR YOU.
CHARMING GETAWAY
There is nothing wrong
with the Gili Islands –
that intriguing trifecta
of tiny islands that
collectively prohibit the
use of motorized vehicles on land
but offer everything from snorkeling
and pumping parties to quiet corners
for honeymooners. However, those
who have already had their fi ll of
the Gilis or those who are looking
for something a little more off the
beaten path should consider Nusa
Lembongan for their next day trip
destination.
It’s perfect for a quick change
of scenery and a break from the
crowds of South Bali. And the great
thing is that it’s just a half-hour
speedboat ride away.
A HOP, SKIP AND A JUMPTraveling to Nusa Lembongan
requires just 30 to 40 minutes,
depending on sea conditions. All
you need to do is get yourself to
Sanur Beach where there is no
shortage of operators to choose
from, all offering regular departures
throughout the day.
The dry season (May through
October) is the optimum time for
surfi ng in Lembongan’s azure
waters. It is also when divers have
the best chance of spotting the
elusive sunfi sh (mola-mola). Visiting
during the rainy season is also
possible, as Nusa Lembongan has
less rainfall compared to Bali and
you will fi nd it quieter as well.
Unlike the Gilis, Nusa Lembongan
does allow the use of motorized
vehicles, so you can enjoy exploring
this charming little island at your
own pace by renting a motorbike or
even just a bicycle from one of the
locals.
SEE & DOAside from surfi ng and snorkeling,
there are also interesting places
easily accessible by bike or on
foot. An example is the seaweed
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farms, which can be fascinating for
those who have never witnessed
the seaweed harvesting process.
Once you’ve cruised past the
seaweed farms, hire a jukung boat
and take a leisurely ride through
the mangrove forests. This is a
relaxing, mesmerizing and highly
recommended experience.
Devil’s Tears is a rocky area in
the southwestern coast where waves
crash onto the land with gusto,
sending plumes of seawater high up
into the air – a truly spectacular sight.
In addition to the Devil’s Tears there’s
also Panorama Point, which is great
banana boats and interacting with
fi sh underwater via their Sea Walker
activity.
The resort, which opened in
December 2013, is located on
Jungut Batu Beach and overlooks the
famous Shipwrecks surfi ng break. It
offers 26 simple yet delightful villas;
all equipped with air conditioning,
a 40-inch LCD TV and a comfortable
canopied bed. Eighteen of the villas
feature a private pool while two of
the pool villas are two-bedroom with
a shared living room space. The
resort’s restaurant overlooks the clear
blue sea, as does their lap pool that
for ‘photo-ops’ and provides a lovely
panoramic backdrop for you and
your fellow travelers to pose in front
of. The yellow Suspension Bridge is
also great for photos and will lead
you to neighboring Nusa Ceningan.
HASSLE-FREE VISITIf you stay at the Lembongan Beach
Club & Resort, they can help you
organize a visit to all of the places
listed above. On top of that, they
offer a plethora of water activities
to choose from including snorkeling
at Mangrove Point, lazing on their
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is surrounded by roomy daybeds.
To minimize hassle, the
Lembongan Beach Club offers an
exclusive speedboat under the
Tjendana Corporation called the
Equator Speedboat, which drops
you off right on the shore of the
resort. There are two trips departing
daily from Sanur (9 and 11 a.m.)
and two returning from Lembongan
(1:30 and 3 p.m.).
You can also pamper yourself
at their Tjendana Spa, which uses
locally-sourced and 100% organic
materials from the land and the sea.
“Tjendana” itself means sandalwood
in Indonesian, and the spa has
three tranquil treatment rooms that
are open daily. Look forward to a
spa menu of relaxing massages,
facials, body wraps and scrubs.
Recommended is their “Balinese
Detox Package,” which incorporates
a Balinese coffee scrub to improve
micro-cellular reactions of the skin.
By Regina Indraswari
Lembongan Beach Club & Resort
Jungut Batu Village,
Nusa Lembongan
(0361) 737-282
www.balitrm.com
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So you’ve decided to
spend time in Bali?
Good choice. Now
comes the issue of
getting around. Taxis
are fi ne, but after a while you might
become frustrated over having to be
dependent on somebody else. The
other option is to bite the bullet and
get a scooter!
Lesson One: PROCURING A BIKERenting your transport is perhaps
the easiest part of your quest. Look
for a sign that says ‘Sepeda Motor’
and haggle for thirty minutes about
the daily rate. A question that will
most likely arise: May I have your
passport number? A question that
will most likely not arise: Have you
ever ridden a motorcycle before?
Hand over the cash and away
you go!
Lesson Two: BUYING FUELMore often than not, when you
rent a bike the tank will be near to
empty. If a petrol station is nowhere
to be found, the alternative is to seek
out a warung (small roadside stall)
and look for the Absolut bottles fi lled
with gasoline, stacked in rows on
wooden shelves.
These bottles will be emptied into
your tank via a small cone by the
proprietor. This gentleman might be
smoking as he performs this task, so
LIVING ON TWO WHEELS
DK R1 DE06.14
THERE ARE MANY ADVANTAGES TO
CHOOSING TWO WHEELS OVER FOUR, BUT
NOBODY SAID IT WOULD BE A CAKEWALK!
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are, after all, going “one way” so
best get out of their way.
When it comes to traffi c lights, the
philosophy here is, “Seen one red
light, seen them all.” It’s best to be on
your toes and simply follow the herd.
As for intersections, these can be
a little confusing for the uninitiated
and the cautious. Lose the caution
immediately, because being polite
and allowing others to go fi rst
might leave you at that intersection
for a couple of days! The method
is to simply GO. Sometimes you
can close your eyes (but this is not
recommended). Remember, fortune
favors the brave.
Lesson Five: NAVIGATIONIt is best not to rely on your smart
phone and its clever built-in GPS,
because if you program a route
from Kuta to Seminyak, your phone
might tell you that you are in Jakarta.
Follow the signs, or better still, if you
can fi nd a local heading in the same
direction, follow him or her.
When it comes to road conditions,
unfortunately in the annual wet
season the roads take a pounding.
Potholes appear as if by magic and
on some roads the potholes are
held together only by thin slithers
of bitumen. When raining, these
potholes tend to fi ll with water so
it is advisable not to plough into
them with gusto as you try to splash
pedestrians on the side of the road.
be on your toes in case of fi re. Cost
for one liter? About 60 cents.
Lesson Three: LEARNING THE ROPESIt is strongly suggested that you
‘practice’ on a quiet road away
from traffi c so that you can get a
feel for your bike. This is important,
as you need to fi nd out if everything
actually works. Those that don’t
follow this procedure often times
fi nd themselves riding at night with
a headlight that has less illumination
than a candle.
Lesson Four: TRAFFICOkay, welcome to Bali. With the
introduction of cheap credit a
few years ago, the ownership of
motorcycles and cars has soared,
resulting in roads that are choked
with motorists. Do not bother to
read the road rules, as basically
there are none!
A few tips here – when
approaching a roundabout, your
fellow road users will assess the
business of the roundabout and
decide at the last moment which
way to go around it. If the left side
is a little busy, no problem, we’ll go
round the other way!
When accessing one-way streets,
the rule is, “But I am going only one
way.” Do not be surprised to see
a hundred bikes, a few cars and a
truck heading directly for you. They
It has been observed that riders
have disappeared down water-fi lled
potholes, never to be seen again.
Lesson Six: PASSENGERSNow that you are comfortable
and know your bike, you might
feel compelled to take a pillion
passenger on your travels. This is
a good thing. If you are feeling
particularly generous, invite a couple
more to join you.
A scooter can, at a squeeze,
seemingly accommodate up to
fi ve passengers at one go (with
luggage!). This is a wonderful way to
bond with family and friends. Do not
be surprised to see an infant perched
in front of a driver, while squeezed
in between the driver and his wife sit
another four children, waving merrily
at you as they whiz past.
Carrying large sheets of glass
between two bikes can also
be accomplished, although not
recommended. If you see a two
bikes heading towards you on a
one-way street and you think it
looks like they are carrying a large
sheet of glass between them, they
probably are. Best to avoid going
through the middle.
So there you have it, the basic
rules for getting around in Bali on
your own. It’s basically like a theme
park ride! And if that scares you...
take a cab.
By Paul V. Walters
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IN LIVING COLORUnder the direction of I Nyoman Purpa, the Purpa Fine Art Gallery
fi rst opened its doors in 1970 in Ubud. For years the gallery has
offered a unique selection of contemporary art by emerging and
established Indonesian and international artists, and some of these
artists who are now recognized worldwide include Walter Spies,
Antonio Blanco, Hans Snell, I Gusti Nyoman Lempad, Miguel
Covarrubias, Arie Smit, Krijono and many others. I Nyoman
Purpa’s daughter, Ari Purpa, will continue this rich history by
heading up the Purpa Fine Art Gallery on Jalan Mertanadi No.97x
in Kerobokan. The gallery will have its grand opening on June 18
and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
(4 p.m. on Saturdays). For inquiries contact 081999408804 or