Om Swastiastu, Welcome to Jatiluwih

wish you peace and happiness.

Om Swastiastu, Welcome to Lempuyang Temple

wish you peace and happiness

Om Swastiastu, Welcome to Tanah Lot Temple

wish you peace and happiness

Om Swastiastu, Welcome to Besakih Temple

wish you peace and happiness

Om Swastiastu, Welcome to Ulun Danu Temple

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Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Courtyard Hotel Legian Bali

COURTYARD Hotel & Apartments is the preferred destination for travelers in Bali. An elegant boutique hotel offers all the amenities necessary to meet the diverse needs of the guests. Its architecture has an interesting and unique combination of Western and Asian styles.

Located on the road Rum Jungle in Legian, located between the famous Kuta stylish and fashionable area of Seminyak. A multitude of shops and entertainment venues within walking distance. A short walk to the beach and the famous Legian street

Just 20 minutes drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport.












Facilities
A boutique hotel that offers modern comfort in western Asia with an elegant touch, will consist of 18 hotel rooms, one-bedroom units 2 and 5 of the unit Two Bedroom. The modern rooms 2 and 3 plants is configured around two pools linked fabulous features a balcony or terrace.

Courtyard Hotel & Apartments Legian, Bali function of restaurant and bar, room service, swimming pool broadband internet wirelessly, laundry service and massage.

The comforts of the rooms are appropriate and well maintained. The hotel and apartments have television, telephone, mini bar, safe, air conditioner, DVD player, hair dryer, coffee and tea facilities, mineral water bath or shower with hot and cold water. Microwaves, toaster, silverware, dishes are available in the apartments.













For more information please visit:
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Cempaka Belimbing Villas

Cempaka Belimbing has villas in the traditional Balinese architecture using only local materials. All villas have a large bedroom, a television and a refrigerator, hot and cold shower and a large terrace overlooking lush gardens and rice fields.
Cempaka Belimbing is a 2-star resort hotel. Rooms: 12 large and comfortable rooms villa in the middle of rice fields consisting of 6 double beds and 6 double.

Some of the villas are lots of tall trees and magnificent rice terraces, which are probably the most spectacular rice terraces on the island of Bali as the slope of Mount Batukaru backs safety. Enjoy gentle walk through rice fields and see the beautiful trees like mango, Ostentations, Clove, nutmeg, Salak, Durian, cocoa and many other tropical trees may never have seen before. See how Bali was 20 years ago and enjoy nature around the villages.

Belimbing is a small village in western Bali. It has the same cold air as Ubud, but it is not as crowded as the famous tourist resort in the heart of Bali.

Since Cempaka Belimbing Villas is 1.5 hours drive from the International Airport.












Hotel Dining:

Hotel Restaurants

Restaurant outdoors.

Hotel Meetings

Can be arranged.

Hotel Activities

Visit the Banjar to take a hot bath healing sulfur, or make the best snorkeling in the Menjangan Island, and also stay on the beach in Lovina to observe dolphins in the morning.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Room service and laundry service.












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Seeking Recognition for Bali

The Jakarta Post reported that a team representing Bali is expected to visit the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, headquarters soon in an effort to press for three sites in Bali that be appointed as a World Heritage Site.

After several miss-starts in the last 8 years that saw clerical errors frustrate the application process, officials are concerned that their efforts to renew the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces in Tabanan, Pura Taman Ayun Badung and in the river valley Pakerisan in Gianyar named to the prestigious list of the human and natural history of prudence on the sites marked preservation.

A.A. Prana, a leader of the tourism industry in Bali, told the Post, "This is a last interview that will determine whether the three sites must be accepted as World Heritage sites."

During an inspection visit carried out by UNESCO ambassadors last year, Bali is reminded applicants that a comprehensive management plan for the three demonstration sites commitments of the government and the people surrounding communities play a important role in any final decision on the status of a World Heritage Site.

The site Jatiluwih Bali is one of the few remaining examples of the centuries subak traditional system of water management covers an area of 300 hectares of rice terraces.

Taman Ayun Temple is one of the most popular tourist sites in Bali, which is located in the village of Mengwi. The temple was built in the 16 century and is a leading example of traditional architecture Balinese temple surrounded by a moat.

The Pakerisan river near Ubud Gianyar is located in the Bali prior to the presentation of evidence of human settlements of the island and is home to eight of the historic Hindu temples and Buddhist backgrounds that demonstrate the close relationship these two faiths enjoy in the evolution of modern Balinese Hinduism.

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Jatiluwih Cycling Tour

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Saturday, March 8, 2008

Nyepi Celebration













Happy New Year in Bali. What a wonderful way to bring in a new year. The new year is celebrated in Bali 24 hours in total silence. It's like a miracle in this hustling, the bustle of the island. But what actually happens. The Balinese day does not begin at midnight as in the west. It starts at dawn and ends 24 hours later, again at dawn. So at 6 am on Nyepi morning, wherever it is, is where they remain during the next 24-hour period. The streets are completely empty, all businesses are closed, and a great silence surrounding the island. Guests must stay in your hotel and can not venture. The 'pecalang' (I have always referred to them as the "temple of police," since one of its main jobs is to direct traffic during the ceremonies of the temple, cremations and other religious activities occupied) are the only people in roads and their jobs during the day is to make sure that no one else is.
As impossible as it seems, the airport is closed! Only allow medical evacuations or, heaven forbid, an emergency landing. Scheduled entry or exit of flights were cancelled 100%. During this quiet day, the truly devout fast and meditate. Lighting fires is not permitted, which means that the traditional stoves compounds that normally burn wood for cooking can not be used. Expats with sensor lights in their homes out during sensors tape in preparation for the night. Bali because he wants to take good care of their foreign guests staying with us at hotels, special dispensation is given to hotel staff. They must arrive at their place of work before 6:00 am And also stay on the grounds for 24 hours, but staff is allowed to provide service to guests including making sure they are well fed! Customers may continue to use all the facilities…. After all, only the lack of electricity that night will suffice a culture shock for visitors. But everyone asked for a chat quietly and observe this day with quiet respect. As night falls, the dark takes on a new meaning! ANYWHERE without electricity, many visitors are surprised by how deep darkness can be experienced. Accompanied by total silence (except for the occasional barking of dogs… they never get the message), is impressive. Hotel guests enjoy one last cup of coffee or tea and vehicles to do night. In compounds, families calm their children to sleep, and then meet with them before a night of much-needed rest. The temple police patrol the streets, rebuking the occasional person who dares to have lights and making sure people and the streets are dark and empty… secure. And then it is morning again! At 6:00 am the island returns to its usual activity, the lights continue, cooking fires are lit, workers heading to their jobs. But the tranquility of the last 24 hours also made itself felt. We talk more quietly, we are calm and we are pleased that Nyepi will come again in a year. Instead, the day before Nyepi is a work of extraordinary! And it is very noisy as any normal day. Villages have been preparing huge papier mache demons, ranging from fear of terrible appearance. Petardos heard in the distance. And the Balinese is visiting his family and village temples for prayer. For me, I started the day with prayers at the temple of my house, then at the crossroads of Ubud for prayer with all the people of Ubud, alongside Pura Desa in Ubud, the temple to the family at Saraswati, then The Pura Desa Peliatan. Prisa back to my house to shower and change what was then the sentence in my village Pura Desa Temple, a procession to Pura Dalem deities of all peoples, including the powerful and mystical Barong and then to a banjar Last blessing. The entire village and participated in the closing ceremony of the latter we all returned to our homes for a final ritual. Make noise tremendous beating pots and pans, using a hollow change to hit the ground, knocking bamboo fun-fun, circled the property shouting at the top of our lungs. A torch lit led the way and finally all ended in the driveway where the torch was allowed to burn out accompanied by the hollow and change many offers that had been placed there before. Our house was ready for Nyepi. In Ubud, a grand parade Ogoh-Ogoh, the demons of fear papeir mache, which began about an hour before nightfall. Each village has made its best efforts to make their Ogoh-Ogoh all the fat. And each is a spectacular piece of hand made creativity, splendid in size, color and entirely spectacular demonic appearance. Each of the Ogoh Ogoh needed many strong men to carry it to the village and then to a crossroads in Ubud Ogoh Ogoh were spread and influence and go in circles. Because one of the demons was so enormous power lines that had been raised, resulting in a brief power outage for the entire area! It is a precursor of the darkness that Nyepi experienced during the 24-hour period. At the end of the parade, Ogah Ogah were taken to a central and safe location and afire. All those weeks of work, in flames! And then all scurried home. So why all the noise and activity Nyepi earlier? A central tenet of the Hindu religion is the Balinese balance. Well balanced with is not so good. Everything can not be good without evil as a counterweight. After all, without some evil, everything would be perfect! Impossible! Thus, just as there are good and useful deities, there are also many not-so-good about the spirits that lurk and want to make mischief. So in our homes we are doing everything that noise and burning torches to scare away evil spirits. The Ogoh Ogoh intend to do the same… and certainly are frightening! And finally, Nyepi is quiet and dark, so that it passes Bali evil spirits at this time of year and looking for places to make problems, which I think is the deserted island and simply pass. To maintain a balance, the Balinese worship deities who protect them and the island and respect, recognizing the existence of evil spirits, while trying to scare garbage… and then all quietly settle for 24 hours until they have passed. And states that Nyepi special quiet moment in which each of us can examine ourselves introspective, to ask forgiveness for past misconduct, think about how to be a better person in the next year, and seek guidance to find the 'right track'.

Saturday, March 1, 2008

Hotel Mentari Sanur

Mentari Sanur Hotel is situated in the heart of Village Sanur, Bali more enchanted village. Shading "Jepun" trees, this two-story, 28 room hotel offers the ideal combination of modern and Balinese charming atmosphere.

A complete aromatherapy traditional Balinese massage is an option for you, he likes to spoil yourself and enjoy spending time relaxing. Massage, at the request of the room is also available.

Tunjung Restaurant is a place to eat and drink his trilogy of food. A combination of continental and traditional Balinese. The recipe is prepared by the chef with a high taste, or you choose to just sit relaxing in the living room while you are chatting and drinking their favorite bar.











Facilities

- 28 rooms
- pool
- restaurant and bar
- Traditionally massage
- 24-hour room service
- taxi service
- ID telephone
- parking, laundry
- dry cleaning and valet
- doctor on call
- airport transfer
- Bank fore x
- postal services
- car rental
- Multilingual staff
- major credit cards












Hotel Apartments Legian

COURTYARD Hotel & Apartments is the preferred destination for travellers in Bali. An elegant boutique hotel offers all the amenities necessary to meet the diverse needs of the guests. Its architecture has an interesting and unique combination of Western and Asian styles.

Located on the road Rum Jungle in Legian, located between the famous Kuta stylish and fashionable area of Seminyak. A multitude of shops and entertainment venues within walking distance. A short walk to the beach and the famous Legian Legian street

Just 20 minutes drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport.











Facilities

A boutique hotel that offers modern comfort in western Asia with an elegant touch, will consist of 18 hotel rooms, one-bedroom units 2 and 5 of the unit Two Bedroom. The modern rooms 2 and 3 plants is configured around two pools linked fabulous features a balcony or terrace.

Courtyard Hotel & Apartments Legian, Bali function of restaurant and bar, room service, swimming pool broadband internet wirelessly, laundry service and massage.

The comforts of the rooms are appropriate and well maintained. The hotel and apartments have television, telephone, mini bar, safe, air conditioner, DVD player, hair dryer, coffee and tea facilities, mineral water bath or shower with hot and cold water. Microwaves, toaster, silverware, dishes are available in the apartments.












For more information please visit:
www.balidiscovery.com

Villa Teresa Canggu

Villa Teresa Bali is located at Canggu Beach Village, approximately 35 minutes from the international airport - Denpasar, 10 minutes to reach International Nirwana Bali Golf Course, and 15 minutes at the shopping center of Kuta, the center of the culture is just 1 in Ubud, 5 hours.

Compared to the beach and adjoin the river into two units connect private villas whick is the first unit will consist of 3 bedrooms, the second unit 2 bedrooms to be able to combine as 5 bedrooms for all private villas in a huge compound , in each of the rooms have king-size bed, each unit has its own swimming pool and kitchen.

As can remain deprived of books or 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, 4 bedrooms and be able to combine as 5 bedrooms in a private area complex, with a large open space to live in the large landscaped with flowers of various colors in the vicinity and supported by the experience of Custom personnel to service all guests.












Facilities:

-- Color TV with multiple local languages and satellite channel (Indovision)
-- Radio, stereo music, DVD and VCD
-- Bath, outdoor shower with hot and cold water
-- Jacuzzi (master room only)
-- AC in every room and living room
-- Pool in each unit villa
-- Kitchen in each of the villa units (equipment)
-- Living rooms in each Villa
-- Board of Cognac
-- Dining
-- Barbecue room
-- Massage Room outdoors (Gazebo) each villa
-- Cradle
-- 16 in Villa Staffs
-- Generator = 180 KWH
-- Electric Gov. = 106 KWH
-- flex i Telephone, Fax
-- Wireless Internet (broadband system, speed of 128 k bps)
-- Safe each room
-- Coffee Machine
-- Table tennis













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