Bali Buzz #9

vol. 1/ocToBeR 16-22, 2014

thE pRotECtoR oF tRuNYAN VILLAgE

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FROM THE EDITOR

Board of Directors Jusuf Wanandi, Cherly P. Santoso, Meidyatama Suryodiningrat, Riyadi Suparno I Editor in Chief/Guarantor Meidyatama Suryodiningrat

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BAli hAS many surprises in store for fi rst- time visitors and veteran expatriates alike. In this edition, we feature two of these: the “fi re duel” in Tuban, Badung regency, and Barong Brutuk in Trunyan, Bangli regency.Both are included in major religious rituals, both fall during the full moon of the fourth month in the Balinese calendars, and both off er a visually stunning sight.

In the Mesiat Geni “fi re duel” local youngsters fi ercely attack each other with burning coconut husks, a spectacle that makes any motivational fi re walking event look like a stroll in the park. While in Barong Brutuk, adult men wearing primitive costumes dash around a temple courtyard and gladly lash spectators with their 7 meter- long whips.Both are rather violent aff airs, yet nobody is angry. Rather, both elicit laughter, joy and, hopefully, a huge blessing from the divine, which is the main objective of both events.The island has many other similar surprises and we will try to reveal them to our readers, one exotic ritual at a time, to show

that even in the 21st century, Bali is still very traditional at heart.

--The editor

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The slow melody of gamelan accompanied the local youngsters of Tuban village in Badung regency as they torched piles of coconut husks in the outer yard of Dalem Temple. The burning coir yielded a thick,

billowing smoke that engulfed the area and irritated the eyes of the devotees.

The teenagers then picked up the burning husks, two or three pieces in each hand, and swung their arms to keep the glowing embers alive.

They were preparing for the annual ritual known as Mesiat Geni (the fire duel), which is held on the night of the full moon

of the fourth month in the Balinese calendar. Prior to Mesiat Geni, the people of Tuban had carried out a religious ritual and prayed together in their temple, which is adjacent to Ngurah Rai International Airport.

It was 9:30 p.m. and the full moon majestically watched over a clear sky when the peak of the ritual began. In pairs, the youths struck each other with the burning husks, releasing beautiful streams of bright sparks into the air with the impact. Some of the youths ran directly toward the piles of burning husks, scattering them around and stepping on them with their bare feet in their excitement.

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and communities every day, more broadly on proper care and respect for animals. education is the real key to sustainable change and achieving our vision.”

for a fi rst-time visitor, the dogs that roam the streets and beaches of Bali might seem abandoned and displaced.

“Bali dogs often belong to a ‘place’ at which they will receive or fi nd food, but they are not ‘owned’ in the Western sense,” Girardi clarifi ed.

Traditionally in Bali, dogs served as protectors from intrusions by both humans and spirits, and Balinese communities lived in harmony with their dogs. This changed in 2008, following an outbreak of rabies

on the island and following

and spirits, and Balinese communities lived in harmony with their dogs. This changed in 2008, following an outbreak of rabies

on the island and following

visit one of the BAWA stores - there are two in ubud, one in Sanur - and you are likely to fi nd two things. one: a very friendly member of staff who

is more than happy to tell you about animal welfare in Bali and the ways you can help promote it. Two: a blissfully sleeping dog either sunbathing on the front steps or enjoying the Ac indoors, doubling up as the perfect poster child for the good work BAWA is doing.

BAWA, or Bali Animal Welfare Association, is a non-profi t organization that has operated in Bali since 2007.

from feeding dogs on the street to providing vaccinations, BAWA strives to make Bali a healthy and safe place for all animals. This also includes operating Bali’s only free animal ambulance and hotline response service, both of which run 24/7.

Besides providing immediate relief for animals in distress, BAWA is also looking at the bigger picture by advocating substantial social change. “our long-term vision is for an island on which all traditional communities are natural sanctuaries for animals,” explained BAWA’s founding director Janice Girardi.

This means that the organization’s work extends far beyond the streets. “We educate about rabies and teach children how to avoid being bitten and what to do if they are. We educate in schools

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misconceptions related to the disease. “Before Bali learned that vaccination, not

elimination, is the only way to control rabies, the island’s dog population had been reduced from 600,000 to only 150,000,” Girardi said.

Particularly vulnerable to elimination has been Bali’s heritage dog. A unique breed indigenous to the island, the Bali dog is believed by some scientists to be the oldest dog species known to man. until 2004, a law prohibited the import of dogs into Bali and the Bali dog’s DNA remained unique. Since the revocation of the law, the Bali dog has been under threat due to interbreeding, disease and accidents. BAWA is working hard to help protect the Bali dog, whose importance for both culture and science is huge.

Despite the great eff orts made by BAWA and other organizations, a lot remains to be done to ensure the safety of all animals in Bali. Neglect and mistreatment of animals can have far-reaching consequences.

Girardi lamented the increasing number of complaints from visitors to Bali who are disturbed by the cruel treatment of animals. Some even cite this as a reason for not returning to the island.

“If we do not deal with this, sensibly and humanely, there is a risk to tourism numbers and investment, local industries and Bali’s economy. The protection of Bali’s animals is the protection of the island’s reputation and its future,” Girardi said.

Animal welfare is an issue that touches everyone, regardless of how long they stay in Bali.

“everyone can treat animals with respect and understand that they have needs and feelings, just like humans. everyone can help change mind-sets by setting good examples.”

BAWA also provides a variety of ways of getting involved and lending a hand. volunteering is a great way for anyone to contribute, while adopting an animal via BAWA gives permanent residents the chance to literally save a life.

And as Girardi points out, even a little bit of generosity goes a long way. “If you enjoy Bali, please consider giving back by donating to BAWA. If every tourist gave a dollar, we could do so much more. our work to make Bali safe and healthy for animals will keep it safe and healthy for humans, too.”

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The Bali International film festival, also known as BAlINAle, has returned for its eight year presenting 60 thought-provoking and award-winning

independent, fiction, documentary, short and feature-length films from 18 countries.

The lineup in the weeklong festival, which runs from oct. 12 to 18 at cinema XXI Beachwalk kuta, includes four international, 21 Asian and three world premieres.

Manto Acuífero (The Well) from Mexico by 2010 caméra d’or-winning director Michael Rowe opened the festival with its Asian premiere.

Themed “focus on Women”, this year’s festival was dedicated to the enormous creative contribution women made in all aspects of the film industry, not only as actresses and directors but also as scriptwriters, cinematographers and production crewmembers, said festival director and cofounder Deborah Gabinetti.

Sidi Saleh’s film Maryam, which won the Best Short film Award at the recent venice International film festival, will be screened on the closing night. This will be the official release of Maryam in Asia. 

The film tells the story of Maryam, a pregnant Muslim maid who works for a catholic family in Jakarta. It follows her as she accompanies her autistic male employer to church for christmas mass and deals with the confusion and discomfort she feels.

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Workshops and seminars are an important part of the festival program, offering students and young filmmakers an opportunity to learn from established Indonesian and international professionals.

As a significant part of the festival’s commitment to the community, the organizer has invited underprivileged children to experience the world of cinema for the first time during the children’s charity film Program held last Sunday and due to take place again on Saturday.

filmmakers are treating the festival as an opportunity to introduce their films and meet enthusiastic audiences, including Jack Neo (The Lion Man: Ultimate Showdown), Singapore’s highest-grossing feature filmmaker and lifetime Achievement Award recipient.

Along with director Michael Rowe and Tom Waller, Neo is also scheduled to talk with film professionals in the region and beyond during the session, filmmakers Network and co-Production, on friday.

World premieres at the festival are David Dawkins’ The Wedding Contract: A Balinese Love Story from the uS, Volcanic Rock Breakers of Batur from Indonesia, Ideas Are That Great from Puerto Rico and Urbanis Apartementus from Indonesia.

Indonesian films are taking center stage at the festival. eight local films are featured prominently, some of which have been screened in local cinemas, such as 12 Menit Kemenangan untuk

Selamanya (12-Minute victory forever), Bajaj Bajuri The Movie and Slank Nggak Ada Matinya (Slank Never Dies).

Volcanic Rock Breakers of Batur and Coronation of the 49th Sultans of Ternate are also being screened in the festival, in an effort to promote the diversity of Indonesia.

The BAlINAle was established in 2007 by the Bali Taksu Indonesia foundation a non-profit, non-governmental registered charity.

The BAlINAle is recognized internationally for the quality and diversity of its programming and its professional delivery of associated events. The festival is affiliated with the Motion Picture Association, Asia-Pacific Screen Awards (Brisbane, Australia), ASeAN International film festival & Awards (kuching, Malaysia), Asian film commissions Network (20 member countries) and in 2014 is supporting the American film Showcase and Sundance Institute’s film forward.

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“octopus is also rich in vitamins. People buy it to prevent aging,” Wasilah said,

smiling. It also has high levels of omega-3 fatty acids and consuming

octopus, usually in Japanese dishes like sushi, is believed to decrease the chance of heart disease, cancer and depression, as well as reducing fatigue and anemia. It is also believed to boost the immune system and brain development in children.

But for most customers, seeing a giant octopus in the Jimbaran fish

market is a rarity and many have no idea how to cook it to make a nice meal.Despite the strong fishy smell in the

market, visitors seem to enjoy bargaining for the seafood there. The vibrant atmosphere is like a magnet

that draws people in and it is common to see foreign tourists taking the opportunity to talk to the fish traders.

“I try to answer their [foreign visitors’] questions with my broken english and body language. They know that I give them sincere answers,” said Wasilah, who has many foreign clients.

located in the southern part of the market, Wasilah’s stall is usually crowded with loyal customers.

A dedicated mother and trader, Wasilah loves her profession and her tiring and busy days in the market have never stopped her from helping her customers to get the best-quality fresh produce.

Wasilah and her fellow traders close up their stalls at 6 p.m. Wasilah finds her 12-hour working day fruitful and meaningful, as she knows her customers have been supplied with the most nutritious and fresh seafood.

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forty-eight-year-old haji Wasilah arrives every morning, before dawn, to prepare her fish stall at kedonganan Market in

Jimbaran.Together with dozens of

other traders, Wasilah offers the best freshly caught fish and seafood to locals, expatriates and tourists.

Many world-class chefs from the luxury hotels and villas in Jimbaran and the vicinity, including Nusa Dua and kuta, consider kedonganan Market the perfect place to find the fresh fish and seafood they need to create delicious, classy dishes.

Wasilah, a native of Banyuwangi, has been working as a fish trader in kedonganan Market for more than 25 years. She has mastered the skills required to maintain the freshness of her fish and seafood, and has plenty of buckets and ice containers to help ensure her customers get the best-quality seafood.

kedonganan Market is adjacent to a traditional fishing port, but much of the fish and seafood on sale has come from places in Java, such as Banyuwangi and Muncar.

“We often procure fish and seafood from local fishermen, as well as from outside Bali,” said Wasilah, whose stall is open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day.

her stall boasts fresh tuna, red and white snapper, tiger grouper, crab, squid, shrimps, lobster and even giant octopus, which has firm, slightly chewy tender meat. Being low in calories and lean, as well as a good source of calcium, potassium and iron, octopus is highly sought-after.

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The “protector” was a man wearing a simple wooden mask and a robe made of dried banana leaves. his arms and legs were covered with

dried mud and he wielded a 7 meter-long whip.

he quickly covered the distance and dispensed the requested “medicine” by striking the devotees with the whip. The devotees received the lashes in a joyful manner, welcoming them as blessing from the divine.

In other parts of the spacious complex of Pancering Jagat, the largest temple in Trunyan village, the other “protectors” were doing a similar thing. Their whips released an ominous cracking sound before the tips hit their targets, usually the devotees’ torso and rarely their faces.

“Sampun Tu sampun” a devotee announced, stating that he had received enough “medicine”. The “protector” stopped the lashing and the devotee presented him with a simple offering, ranging from flowers and fresh leaves to cigarettes and a energy drink. Some devotees took a piece of dried banana leaf from the “protector’s” costume and kept it as a talisman.

There were 21 “protectors” in this event and they dashed, jumped and strolled through the procession encircling the historic temple, the construction of which is recorded on a copper inscription and dated 911 AD.

The Trunyan people call these “protectors” Barong Brutuk. They are the earthly manifestations of the invisible warriors of Ratu Sakti Pancering Jagat, the village’s ultimate spiritual ruler.

The ritual on oct. 12 and 13 was the Barong Brutuk’s first public appearance in 16 years.

“We believe that the Barong Brutuk

“Meriki Tu meriki, nunas tamba,” the devotees loudly called requesting the “protector” to come closer and bestow upon them the

“medicine”.

performance will protect the village from any calamity,” a temple priest, Jro Mangku kaler, said.

“It is said that the village once fell prey to a deadly smallpox plague. our ancestors found healing could occur by whip-lashing the sufferers,” he said of the origins of Barong Brutuk.

Barong Brutuk was performed by the village’s male youngsters, who had to undergo a 42-day period of strict preparation, during which they were prohibited from consuming any alcohol, taking part in gambling and from dating.

“In its essence, the performance is an offering to Ratu Sakti Pancering Jagat

and Ida Ratu Ayu Pingit Dalem Dasar.”

Ratu Sakti Pancering Jagat, previously known as Bhatara Da Tonta, is the alpha male of the Trunyan’s cosmology, while Ida Ratu Ayu Pingit Dalem Dasar is its divine

matriarch.“The Barong Brutuk

performance represents the spiritual union between the two deities, and this

union is the very thing that creates peace and prosperity for the Trunyan people.”

The mainland Balinese, especially those whose ancestors arrived on the island during and following the east Java Majapahit kingdom’s invasion in the 14th century, call the Trunyan people, and other villagers residing in mountainous regions, Bali Aga - People of the Mountain, or Bali Mula - Indigenous Balinese.

Noted anthropologist James Danandjaja, who did extensive research on the village in 1980, pointed out that the Trunyan people did not like the term Bali Aga for its association with being backward. They preferred Bali Mula,

or their own term of Bali Turunan, which originated from turun (descend) and hyang (divine). Bali Turunan means that the ancestors of the Trunyan people originated from heaven.

This term matches the village’s genesis narrative. It is said that a goddess, who was banished from heaven, decided to settle on the lush ground facing lake and Mount Batur. The goddess was impregnated by Surya the Sun God and later gave birth to twins: a daughter and a transgender.  The daughter would later marry a Javanese prince and they both became the biological ancestors of the Trunyan people.

The prince was reportedly lured into the village by a strange fragrant scent, which he later found out was emitted by a giant taru menyan tree. The tree is still standing today in the village’s cemetery, where its fragrance

masks the odor of the human corpses that are left unburied in accordance with the local custom. The name of the village is believed to be derived from the name of the tree.

The village follows a different set of customs than those of other villages in Bali. The Trunyan people also view themselves as different from the mainland Balinese. They call the latter Bali Suku, immigrants from Java who reached the island by suku (foot), instead of descending directly from the sky.

“It was not tiring at all. When I danced I felt more powerful and happier, especially when I had the mask on,” a dancer, I Gede Guntur, said.

At the end of the ritual performance, all the dancers jumped into the lake to enjoy a refreshing bath and to cleanse their bodies of the dried mud.

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Some 1,350 enthusiastic runners found a great way to spend their Sunday morning in the beautiful Nusa Dua: grabbed their shoes

and joined a charity fun run to support a housing renovation project in Mengwi, Badung regency.

Starting at 7 a.m. in front of the Indonesian Tourism Development corporation (ITDc) office in the Nusa Dua resort complex, the participants took part in the inspiring initiative, which was officially opened by Deputy Badung Regent I Made Sudiana.

The participants came from various backgrounds, including running communities, expatriates, guests of hotels in the complex, people from the hotel industry and the public.

This charity fun run, entitled “Together As one”, was the first joint project between eight Starwood hotels and resorts in Bali and lombok and the Bali International Sports Week and Nusa Dua fiesta.

The eight resorts are the Sheraton Bali kuta Resort, Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, The Westin ubud Resort & Spa, le Méridien Bali Jimbaran, The St. Regis Bali Resort, W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak, as well as The laguna, a luxury collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali.

After completing the 3.5-kilometer race along the island’s southern peninsula, the runners enjoyed refreshments at the finish line. To keep the crowd entertained, live music and a fashion show were also presented on the main stage of the festival venue.

The organizers provided prizes that included flights and accommodation to Perth and Singapore sponsored by Garuda Indonesia and Starwood hotels and resorts.

The event raised more than Rp 95 million (uS$7,770) collected from donations in all the resorts, ticket sales and the

proceeds of a silent auction of vouchers to stay at Starwood hotels around the world.

The funds were symbolically handed over by Starwood to the representative of the Badung regency administration during the Nusa Dua fiesta’s closing night on Tuesday.

“We will contribute to the renovation of two houses, one in Mengwi and the other in karangasem, under the bedah rumah [house renovation] project run by the regency administration,” said kristanty Tannady, executive assistant manager of the Sheraton Bali kuta Resort.

According to kristanty, the renovation costs for one house were pegged at Rp 35 million. The remainder of the money will be used to procure furniture and home appliances.

This inaugural event is expected to continue in the coming years, with a similar program to be held as part of the annual Nusa Dua fiesta in cooperation with Bali International Sports Week to promote sports tourism on the island.

The fun run took place simultaneously in 60 areas across Asia-Pacific where Starwood hotels and resorts are located.

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on the night of oct. 8, purnama kapat, the fourth full moon according to the Balinese lunar calendar, Puri Agung Soma Negare Pejeng palace

staged an extravagant performing arts event entitled “cultural Wonders of the Royal Pejeng Performance”.

The dazzling performance featured an episode from the famed hindu epic, Ramayana, entitled Kumbhakarna Gugur (the Death of kumbhakarna), a collaborative performance involving 100 dancers.

Set on an outdoor stage in the Pejeng palace courtyard, believed to be one of the oldest Balinese palaces, the fifty-minute show blended mawirama, recitals from classical lontar (palm leaf manuscripts); wayang kulit, wayang wong and the classical Balinese kecak dance.

Kumbhakarna Gugur featured kumbhakarna, the younger brother of Rahwana, the king of Alengka, in a battle against Rama. Rahwana had kidnapped Sita, Rama’s wife, and woke his brother, kumbhakarna, from a ritual sleep to join him in battle. kumbhakarna, renowned as a righteous man and courageous warrior, tried unsuccessfully to persuade his brother to return Sita to Rama. So, bound by filial duty, he fought alongside him on the battlefield where he was killed.

The character of kumbhakarna was presented in the form of a 5-meter-tall effigy. The tragic story was full of dramatic stage effects, energetic traditional Balinese gamelan and dancers wearing 40 types of mask, kecak dancers and monkey troops. It was a fascinating and outstanding performance.

Made Sidia, executive director of the program and a renowned puppet master, said: “our vision is to liven up the ancient stories, especially the mask dances that originated in Pejeng village. The contemporary approach and different forms of puppetry enrich and enliven the legendary epic within the frame of Balinese arts and culture.”

Sidia also noted that the show was aimed at preserving and reviving the culture and heritage of Pejeng, an ancient and historic village.

“We will stage performances every full moon to attract more visitors to Pejeng in the hope that the village will become an attractive tourist destination,” he said.

KumbhaKarna gugur“culTuRAl eXTRAvAGANzA AT PeJeNG RoyAl PAlAce”

Pejeng is known as one of the first human settlements on the island and is home to the Moon of Pejeng, the largest single-piece cast kettledrum in the world. It dates back to the Southeast Asian bronze age, about 2,000 years ago.

Pejeng is located in a valley believed to be home to ancient kingdoms, close to two rivers - Tukad Pakerisan and Tukad Petanu. Rich in archaeological and cultural heritage, the village

is home to several major hindu temples, such as Penataran Sasih, Pusering Jagat, Bukit Penulisan and Pura kebo edan.

Puri Agung Soma Negare Pejeng palace itself was built in the 10th century under Buddhist influence.

located close to the archaeological museum, the royal family once abandoned the palace when they were exiled to Nusa Penida. In 1817,

the family returned to revive the grandeur with a celebration of sacred dances. In 1917, the palace underwent a significant renovation after suffering damage in a major earthquake.

In the 1960s, the palace became a cultural hub for influential artists, scholars and politicians such as Walter Spies, hans Snel, Antonio Blanco and Indonesia’s first president, Sukarno.

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This female-focused brand is always committed to making positive changes in everything it does, which includes supporting athletes, especially female surfers, for the regeneration of surfing in Indonesia through the Surfer Girl Team Riders program.

Surfer Girl is a lifestyle brand aimed at girls and young women inspired by “Love, Nature, Friends and Fun”.

Ibis Styles Bali Kuta Circle celebrated its second anniversary by cutting a tumpeng (yellow rice cone) in its Agung Room last Friday afternoon, an event attended by the management and employees. Joan Mamahit, general manager of Ibis Styles Bali Kuta Circle, said: “On this second anniversary we took the theme ‘Fabulous Two Years’ because as a new hotel in the midst of the tight competition in Bali nowadays, we have been able to negotiate these two years with success. Our achievements have made us a strong team and every employee at the hotel is motivated to be more successful because we can. As we celebrate our anniversary, my great hope is that our team is more successful next year.”To strengthen cohesiveness between the management and employees, the committee also held a series of team-building activities and interesting games, with door prizes for all employees.

2nd anniversary of Ibis Styles Bali Kuta Circle

Swimming, private courses. For more information please call 0818 054 19300

Web design, SEO, and video editing service. Portfolio : www.creativewebdesign.com Contact : 0819 9938 5206

Wood & composite decking specialist & carpenter. Email : [email protected] 081999857305

www.BaliShoot.com. Affordable commercial adver-tising photography.

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Events

Calendar of EventsBali Acro Yoga Immersion Oct. 17 – 21Join inspiring and vibrant Acro Yoga teachers Bonnie Argo and Carlos Romero for 5 days. www.bonnieargo.com/register

Bali Organic MarketEvery Monday, Wednesday and Friday From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.Sunrise Organic Market offers you fresh veggies, dried goods (fruit, beans, etc.), local milk, natural remedies and nice people.Jl. Merta Sari, Kerobokan: Dewi (0361) 735824

Fierce Angel at Hu’u Oct. 17From 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.Hu’u BarJl. Petitenget, Seminyak

Jazz and Blues Session Every Thursday, Friday and SaturdayFrom 9 p.m. – 11:45 p.m.Mannekepis Jazz and Blues BistroJl. Raya Seminyak, Kuta :(0361) 8475784

The Lights of Faith - Theater show From Monday to SaturdayStarts 8 p.m.A cultural theater show to feel the magic of Bali in every story!Kuta TheaterJl. Kartika Plaza, Kuta: (0361) 762750 or Robert 0878 617997

Metis Friday Aperochic Every FridayNothing beats the true indulgence at the new Metis Lounge with its delicate tapas and cocktails!Jl. Petitenget No. 6, Kerobokan

Rotary Golf Tournament Oct. 19Rotary Club Canggu is raising funds through a golf tournament at Pan Pacific Nirwana for several community projects in Bali. Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali ResortJl. Raya Tanah Lot, Tabanan : (0361) 815900E-mail: [email protected]

Splash Oct. 19From 1 – 7 p.m.Bali’s favorite pool party is back!CocoonJl. Double Six, Kuta: (0361) 731266

Sunset Beach Bar & GrillEvery SaturdayChill-out music, snack-style menu, true Balinese hospitality.Intercontinental Bali ResortJl. Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran: (0361) 701888

Watch Worldwide Sports Events Live sports coverage at Meads, watch live AFL, NRL, Super Rugby, cricket, tennis, F1. Meads Boutique Villas HotelJl. Pratama No. 99, TanjungBenoa: (0361) 776604

Food & Drinks

dEnpaSaR BC Street Coffee New popular night coffee spot in Denpasar!Jl. Marlboro, Denpasar

Kopi BaliA tiny, old school coffee shop selling Bali’s original coffee, Butterfly Globe Brand that was founded in 1935.Jl. Gajah Mada No. 80, Denpasar

Warung Soto KetutThis warung sells soto sapi – a clear beef broth soup cooked without too many herbs and spices. Jl. Letda Made Putra No. 77, Denpasar

JImbaRan360 RestaurantAll day dining with a 180 degree view of the Indian Ocean and lush green cliffs.Indonesian, Balinese & Western cuisine.Anantara Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa Jl. Pemutih, Labuan Sait, Uluwatu: (0361) 8957555

Bamboo Chic Enjoy Asian fusion food in the beautiful Le Meridien hotel, open to walk-in guests, as well as hotel guests. Jl. Bukit Permai, Jimbaran: (0361) 8466888

The Cuisine Toast the sunset and enjoy a seafood dinner in Jimbaran Bay. Kedonganan Beach, Jimbaran: (0361) 8081777

KERoboKanKedai Tjap LokoTraditional street food after midnight! Jl. Braban, Kerobokan: 081311152009

Thai ExpressEnjoy our hot and spicy Thai cuisine with its balance of five fundamental flavors - hot (spicy), sour, sweet, salty and bitter (optional).Jl. Kartika, Kuta: (0361) 752732

Warung BambukuOne of the best nasi campur warung in Bali!Jl. Sunset Road No. 98, Kerobokan : 0815 935 351589

KutaFeast Buffet dinner overlooking Kuta Beach. Live-action cooking. Traditional and international food.Sheraton Bali Kuta ResortJl. Pantai Kuta, Kuta: (0361) 8645555

The Harvest Jakarta’s most exclusive European pastry shop chain presents a slice of Paris.Jl. Sunset Road No. 815, Kuta: (0361) 8496488

KetumbarA great place serving European cuisine, with lovely staff.Jl. Melasti, Kuta: (0361) 754144

nuSa duaAll you can eat Dim Sum at Table8Feast on all-you-can-eat traditional Cantonese dim sum daily at the sophisticated Table8.Complement the authentic oriental dining experience with a wide selection of Chinese tea and an amusing kungfu-inspired performance by the tea masters.The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas Nusa Dua(0361) 301 7777 ext. 6738 email: [email protected]

SanuRCocoa StoryAffordable menu and hot red velvet latte tempts you time and time again. Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 99, Sanur

Crema Illy Coffee & Gelato Good food and drinks.Jl. Danau Tamblingan (next to Bali Deli), Sanur

Warung Mak BengTraditional Balinese fish dishes. Jl. Hang Tuah No. 45, Sanur

SEmInyaKEat WellRecommended for meat lovers, a wide selection of meaty foods from hamburger to steak.Jl. Raya Basangkasa, No. 36, Seminyak: (0361) 737745

SisterfieldsA great place for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jl. Kayu Aya, Seminyak

ubudAbe Do Food prepared when you order it. 100% organic food from local farmers. Jl. Tirta Tawar No. 43, Kutuh, Ubud: 0813 380 21855 Dapur BundaDesigned to instill memories of old Indonesian old houses. Enjoy the selection of Indonesian and Western food.Jl. Sriwedari, Ubud: 0822 360 93308

Mama Mia Ubud’s little Italy.Jl. Raya Pengosekan, Ubud: (0361) 9185056

Activities

bIllIaRdSMango Beach BarPlay pool, relax with your friends over a beer and enjoy the beach view.Jl. Pantai Kuta, Sanur

Obrigado New billiard hall in the middle of Denpasar. Play and enjoy the Italian food.Jl. Teuku Umar, Denpasar

WBC Billiard Open daily. Play pool with your friends, choose the table you like and get the stick you love.Jl. Teuku Umar No. 39, Denpasar: (0361) 7420676

Courses

Adjani Bali Learn to prepare a variety of dishes, presentation and garnishing.Kaliasem, Lovina, Singaraja: 081236232019www.adjanibali.com

Anika Cooking Class Bali Learn techniques and fresh herbs, spices and ingredients that make Balinese food tasty and nutritious. Jl. Elang No. 3, KomplekBurung, Tuban: (0361) 9366133

Centrestage Music & DramaMusic lessons, music studio, drama and musical theater, musical productions and DJ workshops, hip hop and V street dance.CentrestageJl. Dukuh Indah, Umalas, Kerobokan : 082144815165

Dance Lessons Dance for life. Jl. TangkubanPerahu No. 100x: (0361) 7452045

Gamelan Course – Mekar BhuanaLearn more about Balinese culture and music.Jl. Gandapura III No. 501X, Denpasar: (0361) 464 201

Gaya Ceramic Arts Center Private tutelage for individuals and small groups — potter’s wheel throwing techniques to hand-crafted sculptures.Jl. Raya Sayan, Ubud: (0361) 7451413 or 976220

Nirvana Batik CourseLearn the traditional art of batik makingJl. Gautama No. 10, Padangtegal, Ubud: (0361) 975415

Payuk BaliA traditional kitchen and restaurant. Sit by Petanu River for a soothing atmosphere. Jl. Pejeng Kawan, Laplapan, Ubud: (0361) 8987854 Puri Santrian – Balinese Cooking Class Discover the culinary secrets of authentic Balinese cuisine. Interactive cooking class including early morning food shopping tour to Sindu Market.Jl. Cemara No. 35, Sanur: (0361) 288009

Silversmithing Classes – Studio Perak Recommended by Lonely Planet. A relaxing place to explore your creativity and make that piece of silver jewelry you’ve been dreaming about! Jl. Hanoman, Ubud: (0361) [email protected]

The Mozaic Culinary Workshop Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Ubud : (0361) 975768 Email: [email protected]

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Adventure & Spirit Try something different in Bali, Canyoning! It’s a whole day ultimate outdoor adventure & sport. Activities may include trekking, abseiling/rappelling, jumping, sliding, zip-lining & swimming.Jl. Raya Mas No. 62, Mas – Ubud: (0361) 971288 or 0853 338 85598www.adventureandspirit.com

Cycling

Emerald Cycling Tour This all-ages ride takes you along quiet back roads into forests, past plantations and rice terraces and through small villages. Jl. Bisma, Ubud: (0361) 7425482

Bali Star Cycling Young, dynamic, experienced friendly guides, great cycling tours. Routes off the beaten track for a totally different view on Bali then the average tourist has. Jl. Imam Bonjol, Perum Cipta Selaras No. 30, Denpasar: (0361) 3172020 or 9228274

Diving

Atlantis International Bali Diving CentreDiving in Sanur is conveniently close. This attractive diving location offers light or mild current flow, suitable for beginners and professionals. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No. 96E, Sanur. : (0361) 284131

Absolute Scuba Dive paradise in the middle of the Indonesian archipelago and at the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands.Jl. Pantai Silayukti, Padang Bai: +62 (0363) 42088Email: [email protected]

Fishing

Bali Fishing Personal German and English-speaking guides, come as a guest, leave as a friend. Email: [email protected] www.bali-fishing.com

Bali Spear FishingJl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Suwung Kauh, Denpasar: (0361) 722384 | Fax : (0361) 722384 Email: [email protected] www.balispearfishing.com

Fishing Bali Sensation Jigging and popping specialists, fantastic trolling at all their spots!! Amazing fishing locations around Bali and Lombok.Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran: 081237802601

Rafting

Bali Payung Rafting Adventure For more than a dozen years, Ayung River rafting has been hugely popular. Jl. Raya Payangan, Gianyar: 0819 994 [email protected]

Mega Rafting Bali Journey through winding gorges, luscious jungles, magnificent terraced rice fields and breathtaking waterfalls for unparalleled fun on the river.Jl. HayamWuruk No. 114 TanjungBungkak, Denpasar: (0361) 246724

Sixth Annual Bali Pink Ribbon Charity Walk

Oct. 25From 2 – 10 p.m.

Raising awareness and funds to fight breast cancer in Bali.

Adult tickets Rp 150,000, including walk t-shirt; Rp 75,000 for children up to 14

years old.BTDC Area Nusa Dua

www.balipinkribbon.com

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Benoa

Sanur

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Menjangan Island

Mt. Musi

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Mt. Sangiang

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West BaliNational Park

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Pura Rambut Siwi

Mt. Batur

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Ryoshi House of Jazz presents:Live Music Every Monday, Wednesday, and FridayJl. Raya Seminyak No. 17www.facebook.com/page/ryoshi-bali

Where to go

3 The Hedonist Burger by Pullman Experience the Hedonist Burger by Pullman for US$170 including free flow wine and beer. Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana, Jl. Melasti No. 1, Legian, : (0361) 762500www.pullmanbalilegiannirwana.com

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Travel Vaganza Oct. 25From 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.Travel exhibition which offers opportu-nity for direct selling with many travel companies.Halfway, Pantai Kuta, Kuta

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Zombie RunSave Your Soulmate, Run For Your Life!Nov. 1Starts 3 p.m.Fun run for couples.Pandawa Beach08224 7000032 (Bella)www.zombierunbali2014.blogspot.com

Bali International Film Festival Oct. 12 - 18Experience an exciting week of over 50 award-winning films from around the world.Cinema XXI, Beachwalk, Kutahttp://www.balinale.com/content/festivalcalendar-2014

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6 The Beach Club Open from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.This open air bar and bistro offers eclectic menu and innovative cocktails, overlooking Nusa Dua Beach.Courtyard by Marriot Bali Nusa Dua

: (0361) 3003888

Zumba by The Beach Oct. 19From 6 – 9 a.m.Charity events to help UNICEF Check Out for Children Program. Tickets Rp 100,000 includes tank shirt and refreshment.Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort, Kuta

: (0361) 8465555

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