Discover our retreat-resort in Bali, a sanctuary of peace and a meeting place where strangers become friends. Breathe deeply… this green place is an oasis, away from the world. Here in the tropical gardens of Gaia-Oasis you will find peace and tranquility.

Ocean Deep, Mountain High Gaia-Oasis comprises two lovely, very different properties located a short drive apart in Tejakula, on the magical North Coast of Bali.

Our Abasan hillside retreat is spread over 4 hectares of gently undulating terraces and farmland. Lovely private homes are hidden amongst lush foliage, surrounded by beautiful gardens and criss-crossed with hewn stone paths. Explore the mountain on foot, go bird-watching, or relax in our saltwater pool and drink in uninterrupted views of the valley melting into a cobalt sky which in turn merges into the indigo ocean.

At our beach resort “Pantai”, you are right at the water’s edge.  Catch a local fishing boat at sunrise to spot dolphins, or snorkel in the magnificent ocean. Enjoy a fresh juice at our “Lotus”-pool, perfect for water therapies, socializing or a moonlight swim in the balmy water under starry Bali skies.

Gaia-Oasis offers all our guests free healing and mind body awareness classes, held several times a week.  Alternatively, guests may seek private attention from our guest teachers or counsellors.

Our culinary delights are prepared lovingly by our Balinese chef and his team and served buffet style 3 times daily in our ocean restaurant. On the mountain, you may pre-order or choose a buffet.

Guests can experience our individually designed excursions, visit volcanoes and temples, trek through  plantations, and discover the colorful underwater world in the coral reef. You are invited to take part in the various meditation, relaxation and exercise programs in our Seminar rooms. Or simply pamper yourself in our wellness centres with our traditional Balinese treatments.

When you are looking for a special place to hold your seminars, you are most welcome to join our circle of seminar leaders.

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• DO NOT use a money changer that is located down a lane way or alley.

• DO NOT use a money changer with a desk at the back of another business.

• DO NOT use a money changer if the sign does not say “authorized” ( and even if the sign does say authorized, do not let your guard down and do follow all the same rules)

• DO NOT use a money changer with an advertised rate which is better than any other in that area. (If the rate is too high, the changer is not making any money on the exchange and will have to cheat you to make money)

• DO NOT hand over your money until you are satisfied that the exchange is honest and you have the rupiah in your other hand.

• DO NOT allow anyone else present to distract you during the transaction.

• DO NOT accept any smaller denominations than 50,000 and 100,000 notes (a sure sign that you are going to be cheated is if they say they have run out of large notes and try to give you small notes instead).

• DO NOT allow anyone to touch the rupiah once you have counted it and are sure it is correct.

• DO only change your money at dedicated money changer (or the business listed further in this list)

• DO check their calculations, on your own calculator, if necessary.

• DO count the rupiah, twice, in full, before handing over your money.

• DO keep the rupiah in your hand, do not put it back down on the counter.

• DO, if you feel at all uncomfortable or suspicious, walk out.

• DO, if you find you have been cheated, go back to that money changer and ask for the rest of your rupiah (most keep a ledger of the amounts they have skimmed, so will know exactly how much you have been shorted).

• DO try to keep using the same money changer, once you have found an honest and reliable one.

In our experience the businesses listed below are honest, but having said this, always check and never take their honesty for granted:

Kodak Shops

Fuji Shops

Airport Money Changers

PT Bali Maspintjinra, Kuta Jl Sriwinjays No 16A

BMC Seminyak PT Bali Maspintjinra(opposite Bintang Supermarket, next to Sip restaurant on the Kuta side.)

PT Bali Maspintjinra, Head office Jl Raya Seminyak No 16A

PT Bali Maspintjinra, Sanur, Jl Danau Tamblingan No 18

PT Bali Maspintjinra also has offices in Makassar and Lombok

Some hotels will offer a decent exchange rate if you feel that the money changer process is not for you, and want an easier, hassle free option.

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On arrival at Denpasar’s Ngurah Rai Airport you will leave the plane and head to the immigration hall. Once there, you will see 2 cubicles on either side of the hall with the sign Visa on Arrival (VOA). Line up at one of the queues to purchase your visas.

For a stay of 1 to 7 (calendar) days the VOA will be $10 USD. For a stay of 8 to 30 days the VOA will cost $25 USD. Your length of stay is taken very seriously so ensure you are purchasing the correct VOA. For stays of longer than 30 days, a 60 day visa needs to be obtained prior to leaving your country. Children are not exempt from having to have a VOA.

It is possible to pay for your visa in any other major currency and your change will be given to you in rupiah. It is personal choice what currency you use. Most have no problems paying in their currency but some have reported problems with the 2 currency conversions, into their currency and then of the change into rupiah.

Credit cards are NOT accepted.

Remember to check that you have been given the correct visa for the length of your stay.

With your visa in hand proceed to the next bank of queues and when asked to come forward present your passport, VOA and Immigration Card (given out on the plane or in your port of embarkation). You will be required to present these to 2 separate immigration officials. You will be given back your passport and the tear off portion of the immigration card which is required to leave the country (departure card). It is very important that you don’t lose that departure card.

Proceed from here into the baggage claim area. There are porters (they will be wearing shirts that say “porter”) available to hire in this area and they may try to grab your bags from you. They are not just being helpful, they do expect to be paid on a per case basis, as this is their livelihood. The recommended fee per case can be found on small signs near the baggage carousels. If you don’t want to use a porter, a firm, but polite “No, thank you” will suffice. With your luggage, proceed through the customs area with your customs card (given out on the plane as well) ready for inspection.

There are a number of ATM’s in the baggage claim area or there is a large choice of money changers as you leave the customs area. You can’t miss them, they will all be waving and smiling at you to get your attention. There are public toilets situated at the far end of the baggage claim area.

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“HOTEL TUGU BALI’S END OF 2009 CELEBRATION”
This year end, Hotel Tugu Bali presents to you a taste of the rich, colorful and diverse culture of Indonesia along with the opportunity to experience some of the history that makes Indonesia such a mystical place. The night will be filled with a Balinese blessing ceremony, a delicious Tugu cocktail party, Rejang temple dance performance, dining experience with SATE IBU SARONGAN, the ROYAL TUGUDOM performance, and the rare Cupak Dance performance.
As we get closer to midnight, get your dancing shoes on for the Tugu New Year Beach Party, with tropical, jazz and blues infused beats performed by the internationally renowned DJ Wayne. This year end dinner is at USD 95++/person, subject to tax and service charge.

Children below 12 years old receive 50% off.
For reservations please contact: 0361 731 701 or email to: bali@tuguhotels.com

“CHRISTMAS EVE AT NUSA DUA BEACH HOTEL”
This year, celebrate the joy of Christmas at The Keraton Ballroom of Nusa Dua Beach Hotel. Worth for USD75++ (adults) and USD35++ (kids from 6-12 years), have a Winter Wonderful Christmas Eve Dinner with international menu buffet, live band, and snow queen dance from 7pm to 10pm on December 24th, 2009. While for the next day, with the same price, enjoy Family Christmas Carnival Dinner Party with international buffet, Latino Band, Magician, clowns, and cartoon characters at the Wedang Jahe Restaurant. For more information & reservation, please call: 0361 771210.

“YEAR END PARTY AT DISCOVERY KARTIKA PLAZA”
Worth USD 170++ per person and USD 85 ++ per child (from 4-12 years old), mark the end of 2009 and welcome the 2010 with a spectacular New Year’s Eve party in Kharisma Ballroom at Discovery Kartika Plaza. Enjoy the bid farewell with the “Royal Balinese” ambience and cultural performances, tailored with the Chef’s special creations of buffet dinner menu; these will make your celebrations even more memorable. The party will start from 19.00 until late.

“NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE GANGSA”
Paying tribute to the distinct cultural heritage of Bali, The Gangsa will welcome the New Year with a locally flavoured celebration. Festivities will take place at Gong Restaurant and surrounding garden environment with an exotic Balinese BBQ dinner and island delicacies. New Year’s Eve at the gangsa is priced at just US$ 75 ++ per person. For reservation, contact: 270 260

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Bali Mini Golf
Only 5 minutes away from the holly temple Tanah Lot, children can play golf in a miniature course into 18 different holes. With up to 7 strokes on each hole, it needs no worry to be an expert!
Add: Jl. By Pass Kerobokan,
Tanah Lot, Tabanan
Ph: 7437774

Bali Bird Park
Not only a unique place designed to increase the children’s awareness of their wildlife heritage but also welcomes school parties, provides children painting competitions and birthday parties.
Jl. Cok Ngurah Gambir,
Singapadu
Tel.: 299 352

Bali Hai Cruises To Lembongan Island
Incredible fun awaits kids of all ages with Bali Hai Cruises. Choose the reef cruise if your youngster is already into snorkeling, banana boats, 35m waterslide, and jumping off the diving board. Or for 10 years and older, how about an introductory dive to get really close to the fish! 8 year olds can explore 2m depths under the BUBBLE MAKER program. Take home a video to keep this precious moment. Younger ones are better off at the Beach Club to be taken care of by the certified Kids Club attendant for pirate games, treasure hunts, sand castle building and waterfun. Coloring books and crayons keep them busy during the 45 minute crossing to the island. Life guards abound, so safety is not an issue. Tel : 720331

Bali Quad
Combination of sport, adventure, and sightseeing, riding the quad bikes (ATV) through stunning villages give children a great experience and socio learning of how local people live.
Jl. Wirasatya VI, NO. 9X
Denpasar
Tel: 720766

Bali Treetop Adventure Park
This amusement park will teach your kids how to love their environment, build their courage, and have more fun with exciting games such as Flying-Fox, Zip-lines, Tarzan Jumps, and footbridges from Tree to Tree.
Bedugul Botanical Gardens
Tel.: 8520680.

Elephant Safari Park
This park provides elephant tours for children to jungles that last 15, 40 or 60 min. Kids can ride elephants, make some circus tricks, feed them, and take them to a swimming-pool.
Jl. Ngurah Rai Pesanggaran
Tel: 721480

Odyssey Submarine
Safety first, this undersea excursion craft can carry children into 150 feet of deep blue sea to look out and see the beautiful reefs and wide variety colored marine creatures.
Jl. Raya Kuta No. 9X Kuta
Tel: 759777

Waterbom Bali
Built on 3.8 hectares as a tropical park and maintained to strict international safety standards for kids, the Waterbom Bali surely is another best choice for water play.
Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta
Tel: 755676

Zoo Park
Comes as a tropical wildlife conservatory for 350 animals of tropical birds, mammals and reptiles, this zoo promotes effective learning of wildlife conservation for children.
Desa Singapadu, Gianyar
Tel.: 249310

Bali Safari
From Sumatra to Kalimantan, Africa to India, children can meet fabulous animals such as orang utans, white Indian tigers, leopards, camels, alligators, eagles and feel how Tarzan lives surrounded by ‘the wilds’.
Jl. Bypass Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra, Gianyar
Tel: 950000

Rip Curl school of Surf
With a professional instructor, kids under 13 can learn how to choose a good board, read surf conditions, decide when to surf, take good position, catch small waves… and more!!
Jl. Arjuna, Kuta
Tel: 735858

The Ritz-Kids Program
Dedicated for children between 4yrs-10 yrs old, this program is design for fun, entertaining and at the same time educating the children about the island traditional cultures, like flower introduction, ketupat making, Balinese dance, Balinese offering, and many more.
The Ritz Carlton Resort & Spa
Ph: 0361 702222

Turtle Hatchery
Reef Seen Turtle Hatchery Project was set since 1992 to protect local sea turtles and their eggs. In this place children can watch and learn how to breed turtles.
Pemuteran Village, Gerokgak, Singaraja, Bali
Tel: 0362 93001 / 92339

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Three of the four ensuite bathrooms are open to the sky, while each bedroom boasts sliding glass doors opening onto a private balcony or terrace. Each luxurious king-size bed at The Beach House is oriented towards the beach.

Accommodation and facilities of this villa include four air-conditioned master bedrooms, complete with audio and visual facilities and ensuite bathrooms, an open-plan living and dining area, a study, and fully-equipped kitchen. and i almost forget the pool. yes although this villa is a beach front villa. there is a pool for you if you don’t want to swim at the beach.

This villas is operated by BHM, a villa management company. i personally will recomended you to stay at this villa if you want to stay private.

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Sports/Events : Beach Handball, Beach Kabaddi, Beach Pencaksilat, Beach Sepaktakraw, Beach Soccer, Beach, Volleyball, Beach Wrestling, Body Building, Dragon Boat, Jet Ski, Marathon Swimming, Paragliding, Sailing, Surfing, Triathlon, Windsurfing, and Woodball.

All off above event will be held at some place like kuta beach for surfing, nusa dua for paragliding, serangan island for sailing and windsurfing and sanur for beach soccer. for complete venue and event you can visit the official website at http://www.bali2008.com

so be here in bali to watch the 1st Asian Beach Game. and enjoy the beautifull bali

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this full moon will be at 14 october 2008, the best time to visit besakih tample, batur tample at kintamani. because there will be a caremony called piodalan. 

at this time there will be many balinese come there to pray. so prepare your camera or handycam.

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this luxury villas is deisgned in modern contemporary design, combined with open air living room with Kitchen set which enables you to request your breakfast to be cook in your own private villa.

relaxing in open-air gazebo by the pool or set it up with mosquito net to enjoy the evening breeze by the pool. The villa is designed to boost the privacy in unique Balinese experience.

The access to the guest villa is easy and nice to walk with tropical gardens on sides, however, the buggy car is also available.

for more information you can visit their website at www.bidadarivilla.com

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