BALI TOURISM (BALI INFORMATION)

Bali Travel Tips for Beginners

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 12 May 2015 10:08:00 -0700

You want to travel to Bali? For beginners who are just going to travel to Bali and planning a trip to Bali for the first time, here are some practical tips on travel planning in Bali.

What rises to Bali?
Very easy to choose the mode of transportation to Bali. There are many ways to Bali. The easiest course on a plane.

Tickets promo with prices under Rp 400,000 once the road has a lot to offer. All Indonesian airlines never offered these tickets are cheap. Make sure you order it ahead of time, even a year in advance to get cheap tickets.

Another path through the land, you can ride the bus to Bali, especially if you live on the island of Java, West Nusa Tenggara and East Nusa Tenggara. The price varied depending on the distance. From Jakarta to Bali is usually around Rp 300,000.

When is the best time to come to Bali?
Throughout the year is a good time to travel to Bali. This is because Bali offers a variety of activities and attractions. In times of rain, you can just visit the museum and arts center.

However, if you're eyeing a beach or nautical tourism and mountain, then select in the dry seasons or months of minimal rainfall, approximately between April and September.

In addition, you need to pay attention to a solid season visits or high season and peak season. In this period, prices will rise, especially for air tickets, car rentals, and accommodations. Price increase could reach 25 percent. Solid season visit is in June to August and November to January.

Not only price rise, now, even Bali would be crowded crowded tourist. So get ready for the road conditions are more traffic jams and more crowded tourist attraction.

Where to stay?
Well, before you seek out accommodation in Bali, ask first, which area in Bali that you want to visit. Typically, for the first time tourists to Bali will go directly to the area south of Bali which is the center of the tourist crowds in Bali.

Southern Region is famous Kuta area. In Kuta many venue. Adjust the budget that you have. If you are looking for inexpensive lodging under Rp 300,000 per night, you can look it up in the area around Gang Poppies (1 and 2), Jalan Three Brothers, Jalan Raya Tuban, Gang Puspa Ayu, until Jalan Bakung Sari.

Go to the small alleys off the main roads such as Jalan Raya Kuta and Jalan Raya Tuban, then you will find small hotels ala cheap guesthouses. Some even like a boarding house priced under Rp 100,000 could.

Want more luxurious?Star hotels can be found at Jalan Kartika Plaza, Jalan Legian and Jalan Raya Kuta. Villas that offer privacy can be found in the Seminyak area as in Jalan Drupadi.

Search for should be based on the recommendations acquaintances who stayed at the hotel before. Or, if you are daring new look for the hotel when arriving in Bali, just ask the taxi driver to stay where he could recommend.

Must stay in Kuta?
If you are not too happy with the typical hustle and frenetic Kuta, you can choose other destinations in Bali. Try Sanur, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua and quieter.

All three are adjacent to the beach. Only hotels in Nusa Dua quite expensive because of the concept of the resort area. You can also choose to stay in the Ubud area which impressed unspoiled. But there was no beach in this area. Only, Ubud is located in Gianyar regency.

Gianyar has many interesting attractions, such as zoos, safari parks, cultural tourism, mountains, up to the beach. Another option is the area of Lovina, Singaraja, prices are still cheap here, both the hotel and the food. But the distance is far from the airport, about three hours.

In the east of Bali, the most dominant appeal is Candidasa in Karangasem region with beaches are still relatively less crowded. Many cheap nor expensive resort lodging in the region. Another option is to Nusa Lembongan.

While Bali Barat, you can try to stay in the area of Canggu which is famous as a surf or around Tanah Lot. If you are mountain enthusiasts and cool air, or in the surrounding region Jatiluwih Mount Batukaru could be an option. This area was relatively quiet.

What ride in Bali?
Public transportation such as public transit or called in Bali with a minibus, relatively difficult. The fleet a little and watch indeterminate. If you are familiar with Bali, minibus and bus Trans Sarbagita can indeed be an option.

But if this experience your first time to Bali, you should rent a car. Diverse selection of cars to rent. Most cheap range from Rp 200,000 already include driver, but not including gasoline. Price depends on the type of car hire.

You'll want to rent a car at the same time services of a driver, in addition to saving time is not lost on the road, you can get a recommendation options tourist attractions and restaurants.

Keep in mind, hire a car with driver in Bali only for 10 hours. If the use of more than 10 hours, then the tenant an additional charge per hour. To find a rental car is very easy, you can do through online reservation.

Another way is to find a rental car at the airport or around the place to stay. Each rental car is usually set prices are not much different. However, you should pass a little survey to get the best price.

Another option is to hire a motorbike, but a hassle if you do not know the way. It could also ride motorcycles. Negotiate the price to take you around all day. Motorcycle suitable option if you traveled alone.

A taxi ride can be an option to take you from the airport to the hotel or vice versa. Taxis are relatively safe in Bali, including Bali local taxis. Select taxi with the meter. You can also take advantage of a shuttle car facilities in the hotel.

Eat where?
Want an expensive or cheap, want the typical local Indonesian cuisine or foreign cuisine, all can be found in Bali.

However, beware if you are looking for kosher cuisine. The most secure, search the house to eat like Padang restaurants, cafes meatballs, and so on. For the restaurant, you can ask in advance for halal menus.

Jalan Raya Tuban and Jalan Teuku Umar including renowned for culinary tourism in the form of the archipelago and kosher food. Try also the Balinese food is rice Jinggo cat-like rice ala Yogyakarta.

It contained only rice, beans tempeh, shredded chicken, and sambal. It is definitely halal and the price is cheap, only Rp 2,000. But not enough of one if consuming Jinggo rice.

How about stepping offerings?
Sajen offerings or other offerings of flowers and leaf container (cymbals cider) usually placed at entrances and areas frequented by people. Often the question arises what if inadvertently stepped on.

Actually it does not matter if you accidentally stepped on. If you stepped in front of the owners or shopkeepers or sajen where it is placed, simply said "sorry".

Preferably when walking, avoid the past, lest you even accidentally stepped on. Similarly, when you visit temples or places that are considered sacred by the local people.

Respect and follow local customs. Use decent clothes. If you wear shorts, wear gloves or cloth. Some places also require you to wear a sarong and senteng.

Do not walk in front of the person who is praying or shooting with flash when berlanjung ceremony. For women, do not get into while coming months.

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Cheap Flights to Bali

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 11:10:00 -0800

Where we can find cheap flights to Bali? The following airlines provide low fare flights to and from Bali. You can go to the website of each low cost or low fare airline - highlighted airlines have the largest number of routes. Airasia, Mandala Airlines, Adamair

Bali Car Rental

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 10:56:00 -0800

Transportation and Car Rental in Bali – Bali Car Rental is one of the good alternatives to get around Bali by self-driving or with an English Speaking driver. BCR provide various types of cars including jeeps, family vans, mini-buses or buses. Services include free pick up at the Airport or delivery to your hotel, or home.

NO advance deposit or guarantee needed to make a booking, simply send us your email enquiry or booking and your car rental would be prepared on your requested dates and time. Click here for details.

Museums and Galleries

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 22:40:00 -0700

Agung Rai Fine Art Gallery,
Peliatan, Ubud (Tel. 0361 974228), open daily, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Antonio Blanco's Art Gallery,
Jl. Campuan, Ubud, open daily, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Aryasa Wood Carving Gallery and Artshop,
Tegallalang, Ubud, open daily, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Blue Moon Gallery,
Jl.TinaTawar,Banjar Kutuh Kaja, Ubud (Tel. 0361 976727),
open daily, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bamboo Gallery,
Yayasan Bamboo Lestari, Jl. Nyuhkuning, Pengosekan, Ubud (Tel. 0361 975037),
open daily, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Museum Puri Lukisan,
Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar (Tel. 0361 975136),
open daily, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Museum Neka and Painting Gallery,
Jl. Campuhan, Ubud (Tel. 0361 975034, 975074), open daily, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Seniwati Gallery of Art by Women,
J1.Sriwedari 2b, Banjar Taman, Ubud (Tel. 0361 975485),
open daily, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sika Galery,
Jl. Raya Campuhan Sanggingan, Ubud (Tel. 0361 975727, 975085)

Museum Le Majeur,
painting museum of Le Majeur, famous Bali-style painter,
Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur, open Saturday - Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Museum Subak,
museum of Balinese irrigation system and organization, Tabanan,
open daily, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Museum Kirtya,
museum of Balinese Lontar writing, Jl. Veteran, Singaraja,
open Monday - Thursday, from 7 a.m. tot p.m.

Museum Gunarsa,
Banjar Bande,Takmung, Banjarangkan, Klungkung (Tel. 0361 22256),
open Tuesday - Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ganesha Gallery,
Four Seasons Resort Bali, Jimbaran Bay (Tel. 0361 701010),
open daily, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Museum of Bali,
Jl. Letkol Wisnu, downtown of Denpasar (Tel. 0361 2277271),
open Tuesday - Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Museum Archeology,
near Museum of Bali, open Tuesday - Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Taman Budaya Cultural Center,
Jl. Nusa Indah, Denpasar, open daily except holidays, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m

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noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 8 Mar 2007 21:42:00 -0800

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Tanah Lot

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 04:54:00 -0800

Tanah Lot, one of the most popular places of interest in Bali, is located on the coast of West Bali, at the village of Beraban in the Tabanan Regency.

The temple Pura Tanah Lot, simple in its construction, is dramatic in its ocean-front location and is one of the main temples in the worship of Balinese gods.

Tanah Lot has a long history in the world of tourism.
The temple itself is built on a small promontory which is only accessible at low tide.
During high water the rock takes on the appearance of a large boat at sea, such is its shape.

Poisonous snakes live in the nearby caves to 'guard' the temple and contribute to the temple's dangerous reputation.
Sunset is the best time to visit Tanah lot, when the golden red skies frame the temple and waves crash into the rocks. It is advisable to avoid the tourist crush here as it can be severe.Indo

Bali Flights

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 04:48:00 -0800

The primary gateway to Indonesia is the Sukarno-Hatta International Airport of Jakarta (also known as Cengkareng CKG), but there are increasingly more international airlines that offer direct flights to Bali. From Jakarta, Garuda Indonesia and Sempati Air have around a dozen departure times to Bali. Internationally, Garuda also has direct flights from Singapore, Hong Kong, and a number of Australian cities as well as flights from Los Angeles, Amsterdam, and other European cities.

Qantas Airlines of Australia provides direct flights from a number of Australian cities as well as a number of European cities (e.g. London). KLM of the Netherlands was one of the first international airlines to have an international flight to Bali, and it will take you to Bali from Amsterdam and many other cities in Europe.

Lauda Air, Lufthansa Airlines and Air France can also assist you to escape from Europe. From Asia, direct flights from Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Hong Kong are readily available from Garuda Indonesia, Thai Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Malaysia Airlines. directorybali

Balinese Painting

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 6 Feb 2007 03:41:00 -0800

The place synonymous with the traditional form of Balinese painting, is the village of Kamasan, near Klungkung. Up until the beginning of this century, and in the service of the kings of Gelgel and Klungkung, it was only natural that the painters and illustrators, called 'Sangging', should settle in this one area. As it was not uncommon for ruling families from other parts of Bali to acquire the use of a Sangging to decorate their own palaces or temples, the Kamasan style of painting quickly spread throughout the whole of Bali.

Until the start of this century, the dominant form of painting was the portrayal of Hindu epics, on 'Langse' - large narratives painted either on broad, rectangular cloths or on 'Ider-ider', which were much narrower (about 30cm wide and several meters long). Langse were placed in temples as wall hangings, or used as curtains in the palaces. Ider-Ider were hung around the roofs of temples and shrines, and were used decoratively in the royal courts on festive occasions. The artists also painted on wooden boards which were placed between rafters as ceiling friezes. Aside from large representational paintings, the 'Sangging' were also expected to decorate everything from gourds, wooden altars, bamboo vessels, headboards for princely bed chambers, and in particular to illustrate astrological wall hangings on bark paper or cloth.

The style for which the artists of Kamasan are famous is based on the East Javanese 'Wayang' art. These were basically two-dimensional, iconographic representations following strict rules and guidelines as to how the characters should be portrayed. For example, a person's character and status can be seen from the colors used to portray them, his head dress, or even the direction in which he is facing. Noblemen always have had very refined faces, while coarse characters have large, bulging eyes and fangs. Today in Kamasan you can still find people who are dedicated to painting in the traditional 'Wayang' style. One of the most famous Kamasan artists is I Nyoman Mandra, who, aside from producing his own paintings and doing restoration work, bas started a school to try and keep the Wayang tradition, alive.

It wasn't until the early 1900's, that Western influence reached Bali. The use of Asian symbols in the works of, amongst others, Paul Gauguin, Toulouse Lautrec and Camille Pissaro, created a new trend for Asian-influenced art, and European painters began to move to Bali. Ubud's fame for art can bc traced to the arrival of German painter Walter Spies, and Dutch painter Rudolf Bonnet. Together, with Indonesian artist Gede Agung Sukawati, they established the Pitamaha Group, which encouraged Balinese artists tobe more expressive and less traditionbound. Aside from the Kamasan school of painting, there now exists a wide range of different styles. Some characteristics have been briefly listed. bali-paintings

Kecak Dance

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 22:12:00 -0800

The Kecak dance is one of the most famous of Balinese dances, it is unusual because it has no musical accompaniment like many other Indonesian dances do, the rhythm of the dance is produced by the chanting 'monkey' chorus. The chanting noise of "Cak-cak-cak" gave the dance its name Kecak. The 50 man chorus arrange themselves in a ring around a flame, to produce a stage. The men not only provide the rhythm for this dance but also act as the various monkey armies that are featured in the story and as the undulating snake in one of the scenes.

The story line of the dance is taken from the Ramayana epic that tells of the evil King Rahwana using trickery to kidnap Rama's wife Dewi Sinta, and how with the help of the white monkey army, Rama rescues his wife and defeats the evil Rahwana. The dance however is not a traditional Balinese dance it was developed in the 1930s in the village of Bona specifically for western tastes. If you get the opportunity to go to a Kecak dance go because it is an experience not to be missed.

Where to See the Kecak Dance
Bona village Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7:00pm Catur EKA Budi (Art Centre) Denpasar, Daily at 7:00pm. Various Hotels in Bali hold Kecak Dance performances and often deals providing dinner and tickets to the performance are offered at the main hotels in asia-planet

The Ramayana

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 00:54:00 -0800

The story of the Ramayana greatly inspires the Balinese. Many of their dances are based on this great story which is often depicted in a ballet.The Balinese version differs from the Indian Version.

It is told that Rama, as the first son in a family, was the heir to the Ayodya kingdom but the king's second wife, through her treachery forced the king to crown her own son as the King of Ayodya and asked him to send Rama and his wife into exile.Because he respected his father, Rama went with his wife called Sita and his beloved younger brother, Laksmana into a forest called Dandaka. Usually the first act of the ballet depicts Rama and entourage in the heart of the Dandaka forest.Rahwana, the evil King of Alengka, enchanted by the beauty of Sita, wanted to have her as his concubine.

He sent one of his knights, Marica, to temp Sita by transforming himself into a golden deer. Sita, captivated by her curiosity, asked her husband to catch the golden deer.The next act explains how Rama succeeds in hunting the golden deer but as his arrow struck the golden deer it transformed back into Marica. Meanwhile Sita heard a distant cry for help. Laksmana, who had been asked by his brother to look after his sister-in-law, tried to explain to her that the cry sounds very suspicious. But nevertheless, Sita was convinced that someone was in need of help. So she sent Laksmana to look for this person and to help whoever it is.

In his desperate attempt, Laksmana asked Sita, no matter what would happen, to stay inside the guarding circle that he created.Rahwana, knowing that Sita was protected by the circle transforms himself into an old priest. He approaches Sita and asks her for a drink. Sita, without hesitation, extends her hands beyond the circle to hand him the water. Rahwana takes the advantage, snatches her hand and takes her to his palace in Alengka.On the way, Rahwana encounters a mighty eagle Jatayu. By every means possible, Jatayu tries to rescue Sita from the evil king but fails and is killed by Rahwana.Rama and Laksmana find the dying Jatayu who tells them the whole story of what had happened to Sita.In his attempt to release his wife, Rama seeks the help from

Hanoman and his monkey soldiers. Hanoman finds Sita in the palace's garden. She had been asked by Rahwana to marry him but she would rather die. Hanoman convinces Sita that he is Rama's messenger and talks of a plan.Rahwana catches Hanoman and burns his tail but in so doing, set fire to the palace's' gardens. The pyrotechnics can be very impressive.In the last act, Rama and his troops are depicted attacking Rakhwana's palace.

Finally Rama manages to kill Rahwana and therefore takes his wife back to his country.The abridged version ends here but if you see paintings in Kamasan style based on the Ramayana story, you would notice that in the last of serialised paintings, Sita had to prove she was still pure, and had not been tainted by Rahwana, by plunging herself into a fire. Because of her faith in her husband, God saved her from the fire and she lived happily ever after with Rama.The Indian version reveals a very different ending with Sita saved by Mother Earth, never returning to her husband.indo

The Barong Dance

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 00:05:00 -0800

The are several versions of the Barong Dance, as Bali has an abundance of myths and legends. There is Barong Ket, Barong Asu (Dog Barong), Barong Macan (Tiger Barong), Barong Bangkal (Pig Barong), Barong Gajah (Elephant Barong) and others.

One of the well known stories on which the Barong Dance is based, is the Kunti Seraya. The plot is very intriguing, showing the effect of the Gods intervention upon the people through supernatural powers.

It is told that Dewi Kunti, from the royal family of Hastinapura, was very ill. As a devotee of the Goddess Durga, she seeks help, however, the Goddess tells her that the price of health is her own son, Sahadewa. It seems that the Goddess fancied Sahadewa's young and luscious flesh for her dinner.

Dewi Kunta recovers from her illness and it is time to pay the price. She regrets her decision to pay the price but a promise is a promise. One of the Goddess's followers put her into a trance and enters her body. She becomes a terrifying creature and unconsciously beats Sahadewa mercilessly. She then takes him to an unpenetratable jungle and ties him to a tree. Later Sahadewa is given immortality by God and she overcomes the wrath of the Goddess and she is able to release her son.

Bali Culture

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 22:33:00 -0800

The culture of Bali is unique. People say that the Balinese people have reached self-content. It is not an exaggeration that when a Balinese is asked what heaven is like, he would say, just like Bali, without the worries of mundane life. They want to live in Bali, to be cremated in Bali when they die, and to reincarnate in Bali.

It does not mean that the Balinese resist changes. Instead, they adapt them to their own system. This goes back far in history. Prior to the arrival of Hinduism in Bali and in other parts of Indonesia, people practised animism. When Hinduism arrives, the practice of Hinduism is adapted to local practices. The brand of Hinduism practised in Bali is much different from that in India. Other aspects of life flow this way.

Traditional paintings, faithfully depicting religious and mythological symbolisms, met with Western and modern paintings, giving birth to contemporary paintings, free in its creative topics yet strongly and distinctively Balinese. Its dance, its music, and its wayang theaters , while have been continually enriched by contemporary and external artistry, are still laden with religious connotations, performed mostly to appease and to please the gods and the goddesses. Wood and stone carvings, gold and silver crafts parallel the development of paintings, gracefully evolving with external forces to enhance their characters. The batik of Bali owes its origin to Java, and inspired the development of ikat and double ikat. http://www.indo.com/

Bali Tourism

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 8 Jan 2007 01:10:00 -0800

Bali Island, the perfect holiday destination for everyone all over the world. Bali has a unique blend of modern tourist facilities combined with wonderful shopping and a rich past and heritage. This tropical island has interesting places to visit like Denpasar, Ubud, Tanah Lot, Pura Besakih, Pantai Kuta, Pantai Legian, Jimbaran etc. Majority of tourists from foreign countries go to Bali Island before go to the other Indonesian islands.

This "dream islands" has friendly people guarantee visitors a totally relaxing stay. Bali's wide variety of attractions, the physical beauty of the island, and the year-round pleasant climate make Bali a place regarded by many visitors. We can still discover the extraordinary richness of Balinese culture. There is no single day passing by without any ritual ceremonies as they are closely related with the people daily activities. This is still reflected in day to day life and can be seen in the numerous ceremonies, Balinese festivals and magnificent temples and palaces.

Bali’s airport is actually a few kilometers to the south of Kuta. Officially the airport is named Ngurah Rai. The main international airline are Air France, Air New Zealand, ANA, Asett Australia, Cathay Pacific, Continental Micronesia, JAL, KLM, Korean Air, Lufthansa, MAS, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Thai and Airways. The main national airline are Merpati Nusantara Airlines, Mandala, Garuda Indonesia, Sempati, Bouraq (lonelyplanet) and Airasia.