| Denpasar | Denpasar adalah ibukota dari Propinsi Bali, dengan luas daratan lebih dari 125 km2 dengan ketinggian 12-75 meter diatas permukaan laut yang terbagi dalam 4 kecamatan. Dengan populasi penduduknya yang lebih dari 600.000 jiwa Denpasar menjelma menjadi sebuah kota kecil yang padat. Terdapat beragam tempat wisata di wilayah ini seperti Pasar Badung yang merupakan pasar terbesar di Bali, Museum Bali, Bajra Shandi yaitu sebuah monumen perjuangan rakyat Bali, Pantai Sanur yang indah, Taman Werdhi Budaya yang biasanya dipergunakan sebagai pusat perhelatan Pesta Kesenian Bali yang rutin diselenggarakan setiap tahun selama sebulan penuh bertepatan dengan liburan panjang sekolah. |
| Kuta | Kuta dulunya hanyalah sebuah desa nelayan dengan hamparan pantainya yang berpasir putih dan gulungan ombaknya yang besar. Namun lambat laun menjelma menjadi sebuah desa wisata yang terkenal di seluruh dunia. Para surfer (pemain selancar air) berlomba-lomba datang ke Kuta. Sebagai ikon pariwisata Bali, Kuta memiliki fasilitas wisata yang paling lengkap mulai dari hotel kelas melati sampai berbintang 5, rumah-rumah makan dengan beragam harga dan dan variasi menu, atraksi wisata dan lain-lain. Panorama sunset (matahari terbenam) merupakan salah satu moment yang tak boleh dilewatkan apabila mengunjungi Kuta. Tidak mengherankan apabila pada liburan-liburan nasional Kuta akan sangat padat menjelang sore hari. |
| Legian | Mempunyai kemiripan dengan Kuta, Legian pun lambat laun menjadi salah satu primadona wisata setelah Kuta. Dengan pantainya yang sama dengan pantai Kuta, Legian diburu oleh para surfer. Di pantai Legian juga sering digelar kompetisi selancar air dari tingkat nasional maupun internasional. Memiliki fasilitas wisata yang sama dengan saudaranya Kuta, maka Legian layak menjadi salah satu pilihan berwisata. Bahkan mulai dari tahun lalu wisatawan mencoba menghindar untuk menginap di hotel sepanjang pantai Kuta terutama pada saat liburan domestik (Lebaran, Natal dan tahun baru) karena untuk mencapai hotelnya akan dibutuhkan waktu berjam-jam akibat macet yang sering terjadi. Nah Legian mendapat imbas dari ini sebagai alternatif pilihan menghindari macet karena Legian memiliki akses jalan yang berbeda dengan Kuta. |
| Jimbaran | Jimbaran adalah sebuah kampung nelayan, bahkan di wilayah ini terdapat sebuah TPI (Tempat Pelelangan Ikan) yang cukup besar. Banyak nelayan dari luar wilayah ini bahkan dari Madura datang kesini untuk menjual hasil tangkapannya. Sejak kurang lebih 8 tahun yang lalu Jimbaran terkenal dengan hidangan lautnya. Di sepanjang pantai ini berjejer cafe dengan rapi yang menjual hidangan yang sama yaitu hasil laut. Hidangan laut yang dijual disini masih segar karena merupakan hasil tangkapan nelayan lokal, umumnya hasil laut ini diolah dengan cara dipanggang. Bayangkan menikmati lezatnya ikar bakar di pinggir pantai sambil memandangi sunset, sungguh merupakan suatu moment yang takkan terlupakan. |
| Nusa Dua dan Tanjung Benoa | Nusa Dua adalah sebuah kawasan wisata paling elit yang ada di Bali. Dengan banyaknya international hotel di kawasan ini kerap dipergunakan sebagai ajang konferensi baik skala nasional maupun skala internasional. Hotel-hotel di sini memiliki fasilitas untuk menggelar even-even kecil maupun besar. Tanjung Benoa merupakan sebuah desa yang terletak di sebelah utara Nusa Dua. Memiliki pantai yang sama dengan Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa berkembang menjadi sebagai pusat dari watersport di Bali. Terdapat banyak usaha wisata air disini mulai dari jet ski, parasailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, banana boat, memancing dan lain-lain. Jika anda penggemar olahraga air tempat ini adalah tempat yang tepat untuk anda. |
| Dreamland | Dreamland adalah nama sebuah pantai yang terletak di sebelah selatan pulau Bali tepatnya sebelum Pura Uluwatu. Pantai ini memiliki pasir putih di antara perbukitan. Ombaknya juga sangat menantang bagi para peselancar, tetapi ingat pantai ini hanya cocok bagi peselancar yang betul-betul sudah mahir karena selain ombaknya yang tinggi dan keras, juga terdapat karang-karang yang cukup berbahaya. Bagi pemula Kuta dan Legian adalah pilihan yang tepat. |
| Sungai Ayung | Sungai Ayung adalah sungai terpanjang di Bali. Sungai ini terletak di Kabupaten Gianyar sekitar 45 menit berkendara dari Bandara Ngurah Rai. Dengan arus air yang tidak terlalu deras sungai ini menjadi pilihan yang tepat untuk berwisata arung jeram, anak-anak dan pemula aman untuk melakukan arung jeram di sungai ini. Memiliki pemandangan yang mempesona di sepanjang alurnya dengan tebing-tebing yang curam dan air terjunnya akan menjadi daya tarik tambahan selama berarung jeram. Terdapat lebih dari 10 perusahaan arung jeram yang menggunakan sungai ini dan titik start yang berbeda-beda. |
| Pura Luhur Uluwatu | Pura Uluwatu terletak di sebelah selatan pulau Bali menghadap langsung samudera Hindia. Dibangun diatas tebing yang sangat tinggi membuat pura ini begitu istimewa. Pura Uluwatu merupakan salah satu dari Pura Kahyangan Jagat di Bali. Pura ini dibangun oleh Empu Kuturan sekitar abad ke-11 ketika beliau datang ke Bali dalam penyebaran agama Hindu. Di pura ini terdapat ratusan kera-kera yang dikeramatkan karena dipercaya sebagai pengikut dari Sang Empu. Sunset adalah moment terindah yang bisa kita nikmati dari sini. Selain itu, anda juga bisa menyaksikan Tari Kecak disini. |
| Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) | Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) Cultural Park terletak di perbukitan batu putih dengan pemandangan pantai Kuta menghampar di kejauhan. Bandara Ngurah Rai dapat kita lihat dengan jelas dari tempat ini. Ide pembangunan tempat ini berasal dari I Nyoman Nuartha yang merupakan salah seorang maestro pematung yang berasal dari Bali. Di tempat ini akan dibangun sebuah patung Dewa Wisnu yang sedang menaiki burung garuda. Diharapkan tempat ini bisa menjadi ikon pariwisata Bali di dunia internasional apabila nantinya sudah rampung. |
| Pantai Sanur | Pantai Sanur terletak sekitar 6 kilometer sebelah timur dari Kota Denpasar. Di pantai inilah kapal-kapal Belanda berlabuh ketika menyerang Denpasar pada tahun 1906, yang mana momen ini sekarang diperingati sebagai hari Puputan Badung yang artinya berjuang sampai tetes darah terakhir dalam melawan penjajahan. Dengan hamparan pasir putih pantai ini menjadi primadona wisata selain pantai Kuta dan Legian. Berjemur merupakan kegiatan yang sering dilakukan oleh wisatawan terutama wisatan mancanegara. |
| Pura Taman Ayun | Taman Ayun berarti sebuah taman yang indah, terletak di desa Mengwi sekitar 18 kilometer sebelah barat Denpasar merupakan salah satu pura yang sangat mempesona. Raja Mengwi I Gusti Agung Anom mendirikan pura ini sekitar tahun 1634. Pura ini dikelilingi oleh telaga menambah indahnya Pura ini. Pura ini biasanya ramai dikunjungi oleh wisatawan dalam perjalanannya menuju Pura Tanah Lot ataupun Bedugul. |
| Sangeh | Sangeh adalah sebuah desa yang terletak di sebelah utara Kabupaten Badung sekitar 1 jam berkendara dari Kuta. Di desa ini terdapat sebuah hutan pohon Pala seluas 14 hektar yang dihuni oleh kawanan kera. Pohon ini tidak dapat ditemukan di wilayah lain di Bali. Keberadaan hutan Pala ini dan kera-kera ini akan tetap menjadi misteri bagi penduduk sekitar. Di hutan ini juga terdapat pura yang berlumut tersembunyi oleh rimbun dan tingginya pohon Pala di hutan ini. |
| Bedugul | Bedugul terletak 25 kilometer sebelah utara Denpasar berada di ketinggian 1400 meter diatas per mukaan laut membuat Bedugul mempunyai hawa yang sejuk dan segar. Di daerah ini terdapat beberapa tempat menarik yang bisa dikunjungi seperti diantaranya kebun raya Bedugul, pasar buah Candi Kuning, danau Beratan dan yang tak kalah menariknya adalah Pura Ulundanu. Yaitu sebuah pura yang dibangun sebagai tempat untuk memuja Dewi Danu yang dipercaya oleh masyarakat sekitar akan selalu membawa kesuburan. |
| Tanah Lot | Pura ini didirikan pada abad ke XV Masehi oleh Pedanda Bawu Rawuh atau Danghyang Nirartha yang berasal dari Kerajaan Majapahit. Pura Tanah Lot terletak di laut atau terpisah dari daratan dan di sekitar pura ini terdapat pula beberapa pura kecil dan besar antara lain Pura Pekendungan. Di bawah dan di sebelah barat terdapat sumber air tawar yang merupakan air suci bagi Umat Hindu. Pura Tanah Lot terletak di Desa Beraban Kecamatan Kediri + 13 km dari kota Tabanan, lengkap dengan tempat parkir yang memadai. Bila air laut surut para pengunjung dapat langsung sampai ke pelataran pura untuk bersembahyang. Di bawah pura terdapat beberapa gua yang di dalamnya hidup beberapa ekor ular besar dan kecil berwarna hitam putih. Ular-ular ini sangat jinak dan tidak boleh diganggu. Jika air laut pasang, maka pura ini akan kelihatan seperti sebuah perahu terapung di atas air. Di Tanah Lot kita dapat menyaksikan timbulnya bulan purnama di malam hari dan tenggelamnya matahari di kaki langit, merupakan suatu pemandangan yang sangat indah. |
| Kerta Gosha | Kerta Gosa adalah suatu bangunan (bale) yang merupakan bagian dari bangunan komplek kraton Semarapura dan telah dibangun sekitar tahun 1686 oleh peletak dasar kekuasaan dan pemegang tahta pertama kerajaan Klungkung yaitu Ida I Dewa Agung Jambe. Kerta Gosa terdiri dari dua buah bangunan (bale) yaitu Bale Kerta Gosa dan Bale Kambang. Disebut Bale Kambang karena bangunan ini dikelilingi kolam yaitu Taman Gili. Keunikan Kerta Gosa dengan Bale Kambang ini adalah pada permukan plafon atau langit-langit bale ini dihiasi dengan lukisan tradisional gaya Kamasan (sebuah desa di Klungkung) atau gaya wayang yang sangat populer di kalangan masyarakat Bali. Pada awalnya, lukisan yang menghiasi langit-langit bangunan itu terbuat dari kain dan parba. Baru sejak tahun 1930 diganti dan dibuat di atas eternit lalu direstorasi sesuai dengan gambar aslinya dan masih utuh hingga sekarang. |
| Pura Besakih | Komplek Pura Besakih terdiri dari 18 Pura dan 1 Pura Utama. Pura Besakih merupakan pusat kegiatan dari seluruh Pura yang ada di Bali. Di antara semua pura-pura yang termasuk dalam kompleks Pura Besakih. maka Pura Penataran Agung ini adalah yang terbesar, terbanyak bangunan-bangunan pelinggihnya, terbanyak jenis upakaranya dan merupakan pusat dan semua pura yang ada di Besakih. Dimana terdapat 3 arca utama Tri Murti Brahma, Wisnu dan Siwa yang merupakan perlambang Dewa Pencipta, Dewa Pemelihara dan Dewa Pelebur. |
| Tampaksiring | Tampaksiring adalah nama dan sebuah desa yang terletak 36 km dari Denpasar. Pura Tirta Empul sebagai peninggalan Kerajaan di Bali, salah satu dari beberapa peninggalan purbakala yang menarik untuk disaksikan dan diketahui di desa ini. Disebelah Barat Pura tersebut pada ketinggian adalah Istana Presiden yang dibangun pada pemerintahan Presiden Soekarno. Mengenai nama pura ini kemungkinan besar diambil dari nama mata air yang terdapat didalam pura ini yang bernama Tirta Empul seperti yang telah disebutkan diatas. Secara etimologi bahwa Tirta Empul artinya air yang menyembur keluar dari tanah. Maka Tirta Empul artinya adalah air suci yang menyembur keluar dari tanah. |
| Pura Goa Gajah | Pura goa Gajah terletak di Desa Bedulu, Kecamatan Blahbatuh Kabupaten Daerah Tingkat II Gianyar. Jaraknya dari Denpasar Kurang lebih 26 Km, sangat mudah dicapai. Disana ada kios-kios kesenian dan Rumah makan. Pura ini di lingkupi oleh persawahan dengan keindahan ngarai sungai Petanu, berada pada jalur wisata Denpasar Tampaksiring Danau Batur Kintamani. Disekitarnya terdapat tempat-tempat bersejarah seperti Yeh Pulu, Samuan Tiga, Gedung Arca, Arjuna Metapa, Kebo Edan, Pusering Jagat, Penataran Sasih dan lain-lain. Namun Goa Gajah belum diketahui asal usulnya secara pasti. |
| Singaraja & Lovina | Menuju Singaraja kita akan melewati air terjun Gitgit yang sangat terkenal. Bagi wisatawan domestik wajib mengunjungi air terjun ini. Selain itu, diwilayah Singaraja, anda bisa mengunjungi Air panas Banjar, mengunjungi Pantai Lovina dan menyaksikan Lumba-Lumba, mengunjugi Taman Nasional Bali Barat (TNBB) dan pulau Menjangan sebagai wisata menyelam. |
| Amed & Tulamben | Amed & Tulamben adalah tempat favorit untuk menyelam. Jika anda penggemar pemandangan bawah laut, anda wajib menyelam disini. Selain itu, sudah banyak terdapat penginapan disini. Amed juga menjadi tempat favorit berbulan madu. Obyek wisata yang ada adalah Taman Ujung, sebuah taman peninggalan kerajaan Karangasem. Taman yang sangat indah dikelilingi kolam. |
| Candidasa | Salah satu pantai berpasir putih yang indah dan eksotik di Bali. Menjadi tempat menginap favorit wisatawan mancanegara. Suasana yang tenang, dan pemandangan yang indah, menjadi tempat yang tepat untuk berlibur bagi keluarga anda. |
| Kintamani & Gunung Batur | Gunung Batur adalah gunung berapi yang masih aktif. Terletak di Kintamani, Kabupaten Bangli. Jika mengunjungi Kintamani, anda harus melihat dari Penelokan. Dari sini, pemandangan sangat indah, karena bisa melihat Gunung Batur dikelilingi Danau Batur. Jika ingin suasana berbeda, anda wajib turun ke dataran di bawah gunung Batur yaitu ke Yeh panes. Dari sini anda bisa mengunjungi desa Trunyan, sebuah desa kuno yang jauh dari modernisasi. Di desa ini, mayat tidak dikubur atau diaben, hanya dibiarkan dibawah pohon besar(Trunyan) dan anehnya tidak berbau sama sekali. Jika ingin santai, anda bisa makan di sekitar danau, karena banyak rumah makan terapung di pinggir danau menyajikan menu ikan air tawar yang dijamin enak. |
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Saturday, February 11, 2012
Bali Hollidays,
Friday, July 1, 2011
William and Kate touch down in Ottawa for royal tour
Royal newlyweds William and Kate were officially welcomed to Canada Thursday afternoon by Governor-General David Johnston, who called Canada the “honeymoon capital of the Commonwealth.”
The line provoked smiles from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, who arrived in Ottawa under sunny skies and high expectations for their first official trip abroad as a married couple.
The beginning of their nine-day visit to Canada began on a relaxed note, as they delayed their tightly-choreographed schedule to wade into crowds of well-wishers.
Prince William addressed the crowd and joked about his French.
“It will improve as we go on,” he said with a laugh during short remarks in both official languages.
Prince William said he and his bride had been “longing to come here together” since before they got married.
“The geography of Canada is unsurpassed and it’s famous for being matched only by the hospitality of its peoples. We’re so very excited for having this opportunity to experience both and learn much more about this amazing country,” he said.
About 6,000 people, according to Rideau Hall officials, lined both sides of the driveway leading up to the grand mansion – the Governor-General’s residence – where the couple will stay during the Ottawa portion of their visit.
William and Kate were welcomed by the Governor-General and Prime Minister Stephen Harper at a ceremony featuring full military honours and a 21-gun salute.
Mr. Harper apologized for missing their wedding due to the federal election campaign, saying he and his wife, Laureen, were with them in spirit from a Montreal hotel room.
Catherine stood with Mr. Harper and his wife, Laureen, and the Governor-General and his wife, Sharon, as Prince William addressed the crowd.
The Duchess, tall and very slim, wore a navy, form-fitting lace dress with a white underlay by British-based label Erdem – whose designer, Erdem Moralioglu, was born in Montreal. The Duke was dressed in a dark suit with a blue shirt and burgundy tie, complete with a Maple Leaf pin in his lapel. The Duchess changed outfits during the flight from London. As she boarded a Canadian Forces Airbus earlier in the day, she wore a navy blazer by Canadian label Smythe over a knee-length dress.
Later Thursday, William and Kate are to attend a barbecue to celebrate Canadian youth in the garden of Rideau Hall.
After their plane touched down at 2 p.m. ET, the royals were greeted by Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird, Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson and a throng of other officials.
Liberal MP David McGuinty later said he had thanked the Duchess for choosing Canada first, adding that she replied she was “honoured and spoiled.” Marc Bureau, the Mayor of Gatineau, Que., said he greeted the couple in French and that the Duchess had replied in French that it was a pleasure.
Then the couple headed directly to the National War Memorial to lay a wreath and floral spray to pay tribute to Canada’s war sacrifice. They were greeted by Mr. Harper, who wore a red and white tie, and Mrs. Harper, who was dressed in a white dress and red jacket.
After signing a visitors’ book, the royals chatted with grey-haired veterans in uniform, one of whom proudly described his medals to the Duke.
William and Kate then parted, each taking a side of the crowd and shaking hands as well-wishers extended their necks – and their cameras – for a better view. At one point, people chanted, “Kate, Kate, Kate.”
Crowds hopeful for a glimpse of the royals began lining up hours beforehand.
Ann Baker put together her fascinator last night and then came out to Rideau Hall at 7 30 a.m. for a prime position.
She got one – right at the front of the barricade. She was hoping that Prince William and Catherine would stop.
Peggy McCann was at the Rideau Hall grounds at 9 a.m., wearing a red-and-white velour top hat with a picture of William and Kate pasted on the front.
She and Ms. Baker had become fast friends.
At the airport this morning, about 30 royal enthusiasts pressed up against a fence waving Canadian flags and lounged in the sun on picnic blankets. When the royals arrived, their plane was at least two football fields away.
But no matter for local resident Irene Nagle, who figured this was her best shot of a view.
“This is more intimate, rather than being with a million people. And this is their actual arrival. It was important to me because when Di was here I was too young, so this is a special moment for me,” she said, referring to Prince William’s late mother, Diana.
The royal couple’s highly anticipated tour of Canada will also take them to Quebec, Prince Edward Island, the Northwest Territories and Alberta. During their travels, they will sample classically Canadian experiences – from street hockey to the Calgary Stampede.
William and Kate, who were married two months ago, will be closely watched during their first official international tour. Nearly 1,400 journalists have been accredited to cover the visit, including nearly 100 from Britain.
On Friday, they will be on stage for the noon Canada Day show on Parliament Hill – a mix of pomp and pop that features an address to the nation from Prince William. Officials are preparing for crowds that could exceed half a million people.
Heritage Canada is spending $1.5-million on the tour, not including security costs.
The line provoked smiles from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, who arrived in Ottawa under sunny skies and high expectations for their first official trip abroad as a married couple.
The beginning of their nine-day visit to Canada began on a relaxed note, as they delayed their tightly-choreographed schedule to wade into crowds of well-wishers.
Prince William addressed the crowd and joked about his French.
“It will improve as we go on,” he said with a laugh during short remarks in both official languages.
Prince William said he and his bride had been “longing to come here together” since before they got married.
“The geography of Canada is unsurpassed and it’s famous for being matched only by the hospitality of its peoples. We’re so very excited for having this opportunity to experience both and learn much more about this amazing country,” he said.
About 6,000 people, according to Rideau Hall officials, lined both sides of the driveway leading up to the grand mansion – the Governor-General’s residence – where the couple will stay during the Ottawa portion of their visit.
William and Kate were welcomed by the Governor-General and Prime Minister Stephen Harper at a ceremony featuring full military honours and a 21-gun salute.
Mr. Harper apologized for missing their wedding due to the federal election campaign, saying he and his wife, Laureen, were with them in spirit from a Montreal hotel room.
Catherine stood with Mr. Harper and his wife, Laureen, and the Governor-General and his wife, Sharon, as Prince William addressed the crowd.
The Duchess, tall and very slim, wore a navy, form-fitting lace dress with a white underlay by British-based label Erdem – whose designer, Erdem Moralioglu, was born in Montreal. The Duke was dressed in a dark suit with a blue shirt and burgundy tie, complete with a Maple Leaf pin in his lapel. The Duchess changed outfits during the flight from London. As she boarded a Canadian Forces Airbus earlier in the day, she wore a navy blazer by Canadian label Smythe over a knee-length dress.
Later Thursday, William and Kate are to attend a barbecue to celebrate Canadian youth in the garden of Rideau Hall.
After their plane touched down at 2 p.m. ET, the royals were greeted by Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird, Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson and a throng of other officials.
Liberal MP David McGuinty later said he had thanked the Duchess for choosing Canada first, adding that she replied she was “honoured and spoiled.” Marc Bureau, the Mayor of Gatineau, Que., said he greeted the couple in French and that the Duchess had replied in French that it was a pleasure.
Then the couple headed directly to the National War Memorial to lay a wreath and floral spray to pay tribute to Canada’s war sacrifice. They were greeted by Mr. Harper, who wore a red and white tie, and Mrs. Harper, who was dressed in a white dress and red jacket.
After signing a visitors’ book, the royals chatted with grey-haired veterans in uniform, one of whom proudly described his medals to the Duke.
William and Kate then parted, each taking a side of the crowd and shaking hands as well-wishers extended their necks – and their cameras – for a better view. At one point, people chanted, “Kate, Kate, Kate.”
Crowds hopeful for a glimpse of the royals began lining up hours beforehand.
Ann Baker put together her fascinator last night and then came out to Rideau Hall at 7 30 a.m. for a prime position.
She got one – right at the front of the barricade. She was hoping that Prince William and Catherine would stop.
Peggy McCann was at the Rideau Hall grounds at 9 a.m., wearing a red-and-white velour top hat with a picture of William and Kate pasted on the front.
She and Ms. Baker had become fast friends.
At the airport this morning, about 30 royal enthusiasts pressed up against a fence waving Canadian flags and lounged in the sun on picnic blankets. When the royals arrived, their plane was at least two football fields away.
But no matter for local resident Irene Nagle, who figured this was her best shot of a view.
“This is more intimate, rather than being with a million people. And this is their actual arrival. It was important to me because when Di was here I was too young, so this is a special moment for me,” she said, referring to Prince William’s late mother, Diana.
The royal couple’s highly anticipated tour of Canada will also take them to Quebec, Prince Edward Island, the Northwest Territories and Alberta. During their travels, they will sample classically Canadian experiences – from street hockey to the Calgary Stampede.
William and Kate, who were married two months ago, will be closely watched during their first official international tour. Nearly 1,400 journalists have been accredited to cover the visit, including nearly 100 from Britain.
On Friday, they will be on stage for the noon Canada Day show on Parliament Hill – a mix of pomp and pop that features an address to the nation from Prince William. Officials are preparing for crowds that could exceed half a million people.
Heritage Canada is spending $1.5-million on the tour, not including security costs.
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Bali Flight + 4 Nights
Great Bali deal
Inclusions
- Return economy class airfares to Bali including prepaid taxes.
- 4 nights accommodation at the Dewi Sri Hotel in a Standard Room.
- Breakfast daily.
- Welcome drink on arrival.
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and Only from $115*
Perth from $585*
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Brisbane from $965*
Melbourne from $999*
Sydney from $999*
and Only from $115*
Dewi Sri Hotel is nestled away on Jl.Legian in the midst of Bali's famous Kuta Beach and the Legian shopping and entertainment centre. Dewi Sri Hotel offers excellent accommodation in lush landscaped surroundings. One swimming pool with restaurant overlooking both pool and gardens. Perfect for families or couples wanting a relaxed holiday in Bali.
Travel Dates
- Valid for travel 16 September - 24 December 2011.
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Bali Holidays - 11 Things You Must Know Before Travelling to Bali
Bali, commonly known as the "Island of Gods," is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Situated just west of Lombok and east of the gorgeous island of Java, Bali is one of 17,000 islands on the Indian Ocean. Of these islands, 6,000 are inhibited by people.
Here is a list of some of the top things you should know before you book any of your Bali holidays:
1. All holiday makers going to Bali must have at least 6 months valid on their passports from the date of arrival.
2. Bali's customs only allow a maximum of two litres of alcohol on entry into the country.
3. If you are a smoker, each visitor is able to bring 200 cigarettes, 100 grams of tobacco or 50 cigars into Bali.
4. The local currency used in Bali is the "Rupiah". The currency ranges from 50 and 100 in coins, and 100, 500 and 1,000 in either coins or notes.
5. There are approximately 3 million people living in Bali where most of the workers are working within the tourism industry. Holidays to Bali are very popular during the dry months of the year.
6. The power supply in the larger cities is 220 volts, however 110 volts is used in some smaller and more remote areas of the country.
7. Gratitude tips of 5-10% on the total bill are appropriate and acceptable.
8. Airport porters expect a tip of approximately RP. 3000 for bags heavier than 20kg.
9. The local time in Bali and Lombok is GMT + 8 hours.
10. Bali is only 5.6 sq kilometres and it is possible to explore the whole island on a one day tour of Bali.
11. Beaches along Eastern and Southern Bali are white whereas in other parts of the country, are grey or black due to volcanic sand.
Bali holidays are popular with people travelling from all over the world due to many flights flying directly to Bali's Ngurah Rai International airport, often known as Denpasar International airport.
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Here is a list of some of the top things you should know before you book any of your Bali holidays:
1. All holiday makers going to Bali must have at least 6 months valid on their passports from the date of arrival.
2. Bali's customs only allow a maximum of two litres of alcohol on entry into the country.
3. If you are a smoker, each visitor is able to bring 200 cigarettes, 100 grams of tobacco or 50 cigars into Bali.
4. The local currency used in Bali is the "Rupiah". The currency ranges from 50 and 100 in coins, and 100, 500 and 1,000 in either coins or notes.
5. There are approximately 3 million people living in Bali where most of the workers are working within the tourism industry. Holidays to Bali are very popular during the dry months of the year.
6. The power supply in the larger cities is 220 volts, however 110 volts is used in some smaller and more remote areas of the country.
7. Gratitude tips of 5-10% on the total bill are appropriate and acceptable.
8. Airport porters expect a tip of approximately RP. 3000 for bags heavier than 20kg.
9. The local time in Bali and Lombok is GMT + 8 hours.
10. Bali is only 5.6 sq kilometres and it is possible to explore the whole island on a one day tour of Bali.
11. Beaches along Eastern and Southern Bali are white whereas in other parts of the country, are grey or black due to volcanic sand.
Bali holidays are popular with people travelling from all over the world due to many flights flying directly to Bali's Ngurah Rai International airport, often known as Denpasar International airport.
Experienced and enthusiastic round the world travel photographer. Enjoys travelling to various tropical locations around the world and sharing my insights with others. A picture tells a thousand words, and I love sharing them with others.
Bali Holiday Travel and Accommodation
Here is a short bit of information on Bali holiday adventures. Me and the family has been to Bali 4 times in the last three years and have always had the most exiting time in Bali. We have had some great experiences including some not so pleasing one's also.
One i can think of was when we visited the Bali safari park when my wife, son who was then 3 and my daughter who was 2 were having a photo taken with an orangutan which after were going to view the pictures taken when my little son slipped down the step and tumbled fore head first in to a post his face was absolutely covered in blood, the guide as me if he could pick him up and run to the first aid room with him. So i raced of following the worker of the Bali Safari park with my son and had his head all cleaned up and bandaged. I must say the staff did a great job of trying to look after my son.
We generally stay at the beach resorts which are always friendly and family orientated. The Jayakarta is a favorite as we have now stayed there on two visits to Bali and are planning to stay there for our next trip in 2011. Bali beach accommodation seems to be the preferred selection in my view as this is where i prefer to stay when visiting Bali. There is always friendly people everywhere you look, we have met some of the greatest people who we now call friends and keep in regular contact with.
There is so much Bali holiday accommodation available to choose from. Bali hotels and villas seem to be the most popular by far.
The Bali beach hotels seem to do a roaring trade and are also one of my favorites. When looking for bali holiday accommodation there are a number of factors you should be thinking of :
1. What are you looking to be doing on your holiday? are you looking to be staying in the resort or hotel quite a bit maybe lazing around the pool.
2. Do you like the fast living or do you just intend on taking it easy? There are numerous activities you can be doing in Bali, Surfing, Diving, Doing the slides at Water Bom Park, Visiting Ubud and the monkey forest or mabee having lunch at the volcano whatever the holiday you are on you can find a world of tours and activities.
I also love the beach and sitting down at one of the beach bars in the afternoon for a few quiet ones while the wife gets a pedicure and does a little bargaining and the kids are playing in the sand. You always end up in a group talking about your travels while we all are watching the sun go down.
If you like shopping then there is plenty of supermarket and shopping centres and you won't be able to miss the thousands of stalls selling products, clothing, ornaments and plenty more. I hope to fill you in on the next post.
So next time you are looking t
This article was written by Andrew Green who enjoys his long and short holidays wether it be overseas or around my own land called Australia. Keep Travelling.
One i can think of was when we visited the Bali safari park when my wife, son who was then 3 and my daughter who was 2 were having a photo taken with an orangutan which after were going to view the pictures taken when my little son slipped down the step and tumbled fore head first in to a post his face was absolutely covered in blood, the guide as me if he could pick him up and run to the first aid room with him. So i raced of following the worker of the Bali Safari park with my son and had his head all cleaned up and bandaged. I must say the staff did a great job of trying to look after my son.
We generally stay at the beach resorts which are always friendly and family orientated. The Jayakarta is a favorite as we have now stayed there on two visits to Bali and are planning to stay there for our next trip in 2011. Bali beach accommodation seems to be the preferred selection in my view as this is where i prefer to stay when visiting Bali. There is always friendly people everywhere you look, we have met some of the greatest people who we now call friends and keep in regular contact with.
There is so much Bali holiday accommodation available to choose from. Bali hotels and villas seem to be the most popular by far.
The Bali beach hotels seem to do a roaring trade and are also one of my favorites. When looking for bali holiday accommodation there are a number of factors you should be thinking of :
1. What are you looking to be doing on your holiday? are you looking to be staying in the resort or hotel quite a bit maybe lazing around the pool.
2. Do you like the fast living or do you just intend on taking it easy? There are numerous activities you can be doing in Bali, Surfing, Diving, Doing the slides at Water Bom Park, Visiting Ubud and the monkey forest or mabee having lunch at the volcano whatever the holiday you are on you can find a world of tours and activities.
I also love the beach and sitting down at one of the beach bars in the afternoon for a few quiet ones while the wife gets a pedicure and does a little bargaining and the kids are playing in the sand. You always end up in a group talking about your travels while we all are watching the sun go down.
If you like shopping then there is plenty of supermarket and shopping centres and you won't be able to miss the thousands of stalls selling products, clothing, ornaments and plenty more. I hope to fill you in on the next post.
So next time you are looking t
This article was written by Andrew Green who enjoys his long and short holidays wether it be overseas or around my own land called Australia. Keep Travelling.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Bali Surfing Holidays
guest post by Paige Green
Surfers swarm to Bali year round in search of the perfect wave. With its warm waters and consistent breaks, Bali remains a top Indonesian and world surfing destination. Whether you stay in Bali or use it as a starting point for a wider Indonesian surf tour, Bali has over 20 top quality breaks, mainly on the southwest and southeast coasts of the island and the Bukit Peninsula. The beauty of surfing in Bali is that there is a wave to suit everyone, from beginners to experienced big wave riders. Bali is also not solely a surf destination. If the ocean’s flat, there are plenty of other attractions to keep you occupied!If you’re interested in a Bali surf holiday, here’s a rundown of where you’ll find different levels of waves.
Experienced
The breaks of Uluwatu (top photo) and Padang Padang are the most notoriously difficult and dangerous Bali waves, and located on the Bukit Peninsula. Uluwatu offers surfers a fast, long and hollow break that falls over a very shallow reef. Getting to the Uluwatu wave is an adventure in itself - surfers must get down the cliffs and emerge through the spectacular caves (photo right). In the monsoon season, the Uluwatu wave can reach 15 feet. Combined with its sharp drop, it should only be attempted by those aware of the dangerous conditions. Referred to as ‘Bali’s Pipeline’, Padang Padang has surprising ferocity and huge barrels. The sharp, shallow reef means that a wipeout can have serious implications. Padang Padang should not be attempted at low tide, and only surfed by cautious and experienced surfers.
Intermediate
One of the best places in Bali for surfing intermediate and friendly waves is Belian Beach. Located on the west coast of Bali, Belian Beach offers friendly left and right breaks that are more forgiving than other Bali surf spots. Nusa Dua (photo), a stretch of the Eastern Coastline, also offers intermediate level left and right waves. Nusa Dua is also home to some of Bali’s most expensive resorts, so you can treat yourself to some pampering and air conditioned luxury after a hard day of surfing!
Beginner
Kuta (photo) and Legian Beach breaks are Bali’s best waves for beginners. At Kuta, surfing beginners can take advantage of the many surfing schools, stores, and rentals in the area. Kuta’s waves are friendly and consistent, making it the perfect place to learn to surf. Legian Beach, on Bali’s southwest coast, also offers good beginner surfing conditions. At Kuta and Legian Beach, surfing is not the only attraction. If you decide it’s not for you, then there are plenty of shops, bars and vendors to keep you busy!Bali can be surfed year-round, making it the ideal surf destination. Add to this the affordability of travelling to and within Bali, the warm weather and the number of other entertainment and cultural attractions, and it’s easy to see why Bali remains a top surf and holiday destination. If you’re a student, travel to Bali is within your means. Cheap flights to Bali depart from a number of Australian cities. If you’re chasing that perfect wave, then Bali holidays could be the answer!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Bali Travel Guide - Indonesia
Bali Travel Guide - Indonesia
Bali is one of the most popular tourist destinations of the 17,000 islands that make up Indonesia.
Denpasar Intenational airport is convenienly located just a short cab ride to most destinations around Bali. Garuda Airlines has daily flights departing Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, all flying to Denpasar International Airport in Bali. Low cost carriers such as Pacific Blue and Jetstar International fly direct from most Australian capital cities.
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Temperature in Bali is 30-35°C year round. It is always warm, humid and tropical. The dry season is usually between April and October. During November and March travellers to Bali will experience the most rain.
Denpasar Intenational airport is convenienly located just a short cab ride to most destinations around Bali. Garuda Airlines has daily flights departing Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, all flying to Denpasar International Airport in Bali. Low cost carriers such as Pacific Blue and Jetstar International fly direct from most Australian capital cities.
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Best Time to Visit Bali
Bali is a popular family destination year round, especially between July and August, Christmas and New Year's and during school holidays when most visitors travel to Bali. Outside these peak times, Bali is surprisingly quiet. For great accommodation discounts and cheap flights it's advisable to travel to Bali outside of peak season.Temperature in Bali is 30-35°C year round. It is always warm, humid and tropical. The dry season is usually between April and October. During November and March travellers to Bali will experience the most rain.
Kuta - Bali's most visited destination
Kuta is located just a short drive from the international airport and is a known popular toursit centre of nightlife and bargain shopping in Bali. Restaurants line the streets of Kuta, as well as the beachfront where visitors awe at the spectacular sunsets, on show year round. Kuta offers many options in hotel accommodation and food, ranging from super cheap to ultra luxurious. There is something for everyone in Kuta.
Seminyak
Located just north of Kuta, Seminyak is one of Bali's more relaxed, upscale areas. Seminyak is filled with beachside resorts, villas, fine dining restaurants and funky bars. Much of Bali's nightlife has moved into this area, making Seminyak the place to be seen. You can also find some great stores, stocking designer home-wares, clothes, furniture and other good quality Balinese itemsUbud - Culture, comfort, nature and inspiration
Ubud is a must see destination, especially for first time visitors to Bali. The monkey forest in Ubud is a fun attraction for families. Get up and close with the monkeys as they go about their daily life. Ubud's unique natural surroundings, including the mountains, volcanos, scenic rice fields and small villages are just a few of the things that attract people to Bali. Visitors can also enjoy the local art and craft communities, ancient temples, palaces and rivers.Sanur - Sensational sunrises and white sandy beaches
Sanur beach is easily accessed just 5 to 10 minute drive from Denpasar City. Located on the south eastern side of Bali, Sanur is the perfect place to watch the sun rise, while you enjoy a relaxed morning on the peaceful sandy white beach. Though it is one of the first resorts to be developed in Bali, Sanur maintains its traditions and heritage. Ancient temples remain a strong part of Balinese culture and history.There is a fine example of a traditional balinese temple located within a short walking distance from Sanur beach.
Nusa Dua - Luxurious hotels and crystal clear waters
Nusa Dua of Bali is where you will find some of the most luxurious hotels and accommodation options in the world. The crystal clear water and stretches of white sandy beach makes Nusa Dua an ideal holiday destination for travellers looking to be pampered and take time out to relax.Denpasar international airport in Bali is located just 25 minutes drive from Nusa Dua which is located 40km soth of Bali's capital city Denpasar.
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Polda Bali Gaet NCB Buru Pembuat Film Gigolo
Sepuluh orang yang muncul dalam cuplikan Cowboys in Paradise diperiksa polisi. Namun, belum bisa dipastikan kapan pembuat film, Amit Virmani bisa diperiksa.
Saat ini, penyidik dari Polda Bali menghadapi kendala ektradisi. Menurut Kabidhumas Polda Bali Kombespol Gde Sugianyar, tata cara pemanggilan sutradara Cowboys in Paradise itu, mau tidak mau, harus melibatkan Bareskrim Mabes Polri.
''Kami harus melapor ke Bareskrim Polri dan National Central Bureau (NCB),'' ujar Sugianyar di Bali.
Sampai saat ini, baru tiga orang yang muncul dalam adegan Cowboys in Paradise diperiksa di Polda Bali. Dua orang adalah koboi Kuta dan seorang tokoh masyarakat.Dua koboi Kuta adalah Bima, 26, asal Jember, dan Denis, 27, dari Sumatera Barat. Mereka adalah teman Arnold, Fendi, dan Argo, koboi Kuta yang lebih dulu diperiksa polisi.
Sedangkan tokoh masyarakat yang kemarin juga diperiksa adalah Ketut Suardana, tokoh masyarakat Ubud, Gianyar, yang pernah memimpin kesebelasan Persegi.
Dalam pemeriksaan kemarin, Bima dan Denis juga mengaku tidak tahu video yang disyuting Amit Virmani, sutradara Cowboys in Paradise, itu untuk film.
Dalam film pendek tentang gigola tersebut, Bima berperan sebagai pemain surfing yang direkam Amit. ''Saya hanya diminta main surfing,'' ujar Bima kepada penyidik.
Bima mengaku pernah berkenalan dengan Amit pada akhir 2007 atau awal 2008. Menurut dia, Amit yang pelancong asal Singapura itu tak pernah membicarakan soal film. ''Dia bilang untuk koleksi pribadi,'' katanya.
Untuk main surfing itu, kata Bima, Amit hanya memberikan Rp 150 ribu. ''Dia pernah kasih uang. Tapi, saya lupa berapa. Mungkin sekitar Rp 150 ribu,'' tuturnya.
Denis, bahkan mengaku sama sekali tidak kenal Amit. Dalam cuplikan Cowboys in Paradise, pemuda asal Sumbar itu tampak bermain bola dengan turis bule.
''Saya cuma main bola. Saya tidak tahu ada orang yang merekam,'' ujar Denis.
Tidak hanya tak mengenal Amit, Denis bahkan mengaku tidak menonton cuplikan Cowboys in Paradise di internet. ''Saya tahu dari TV, bukan dari filmnya langsung,'' tuturnya.
Bima maupun Dennis mengaku malu wajah mereka muncul dalam cuplikan film menghebohkan tersebut. ''Nggak enak sama keluarga, juga sama orang asli Bali,'' imbuh Denis.
Karena tidak merasa dimintai izin, apalagi film itu ditayangkan ke publik, Denis menyatakan akan menuntut Amit. ''Kalau bisa, orangnya dituntut. Saya sama sekali bukan gigolo,'' tegasnya.
Sementara itu, Ketut Suardana dimintai keterangan karena wajahnya muncul pula dalam cuplikan Cowboys in Paradise yang beredar di internet.
Tak seperti Bima dan Denis yang dijemput polisi, Suardana datang sendiri ke polda. Sebelum diperiksa penyidik, Suardana menyatakan siap menjawab apa adanya demi kepentingan hukum.
''Saya siap dimintai keterangan apa pun,'' ujarnya. Sebagaimana Bima dan Dennis, Suardana juga mengaku tidak tahu adegan yang melibatkan dirinya itu adalah bagian dari film tentang gigolo.
Saat pengambilan gambar pada 2008, dia hanya diminta untuk menjelaskan penyebaran HIV/AIDS di Bali. ''Hanya itu. Jadi, saya juga tidak tahu syuting itu untuk film,'' tuturnya
Monday, March 22, 2010
Kuta, Pantai yang Indah
Pantai Kuta adalah pantai yang wajib dikunjungi jika Anda pergi ke Bali. Kuta memang merupakan sentral pariwisatanya Bali. Selain pantainya yang tenang dengan pasir putihnya, di Kuta juga merupakan pusat hiburan di Bali. Selain sebagai pusat hiburan, pantai Kuta juga merupakan pantai surganya para surfer. Dengan ombak yang untuk menantang nyali para surfer baik surfer pemula maupun yang sudah pro.
Yang terkenal di pantai Kuta adalah sunset. Karena memang letaknya bertepatan dengan terbenamnya matahari.
Apa saja yang bisa anda nikmati di seputar pantai Kuta?
- Berjemur. Bagi anda yang doyan berjemur di pantai, Kuta adalah tempat yang paling nyaman untuk itu. Meski pengunjungnya cukup ramai, tapi angin yang brehembus langsung dari Samudera Pasifik dikombinasikan dengan hangatnya matahari di sela suara ombak, memberi nuansa suasana tropis yang sangat enak dinikmati. Bisa juga Anda berjemur sambil dipijat oleh para pemijat yang banyak menawarkan jasanya disana.
- Temporary Tatoo. Suka menghias tubuh Anda? Disini pusatnya temporary tato. Berbagai pilihan motif bisa anda lukis di tubuh Anda. Dijamin aman dari AIDS dan bisa bertaham sampai beberapa minggu.
- Surfing. Suka tantangan dan suka berbasah-basah dengan air laut? Cobalah Anda melakukan surfing. Jika Anda belum mahir surfing, banyak surfer-surfer yang menawarkan kuliah singkat buat surfer pemula.
- Berenang di pantai. Ombaknya lumayan besar. Perhatikan tanda-tanda dimana Anda tidak boleh berenang. Meski ada petugas Balawista, sebaiknya anda tetap memperhatikan peringatan dan tanda-tanda yang dipasang dimana anda boleh dan dilarang berenang.
- Clubbing dan hiburan malam lainnya. Jika anda suka hiburan malam, di Bali Kuta lah pusatnya. Anda bisa coba beberapa tempat yang sudah ternama seperti Double Six, Kamasutra, Kudeta, Living Room, Hard Rock dan puluhan tempat lainnya.
- Water sport, seperti parasailing dan paragliding.
- Shopping, Kuta adalah pusatnya artshop. Sepanjang jalan Anda akan temukan berbagai art shop yang menawarkan aneka ragam souvenir, pakaian dan berbagai barang lainnya.
- Menikmati Sunset.
- Wisata Kuliner, berbagai jenis restoran dengan harga yang terjangkau sampai harga bintang lima bisa anda temukan disini
- Dan masih banyak lagi.
Tempat Wisata Alam yang Wajib Dikunjungi di Bali
Sudah mantap kan mau berwisata ke Bali? Nah buat kamu yang ingin menikmati keindahan pulau Bali dari sisi obyek wisata alamnya berikut kami sarikan 10 obyek wisata alam yang paling menarik di Bali. Simak aja ya. Top 10 obyek wisata alam ini tidak diurut berdasarkan menarik atau tidaknya tempat wisata ini.
1. Uluwatu
Berada di ujung selatan pulau Bali, merupakan kawasan tempat suci. Pemandangan yang ditawarkan adalah tebing yang curam, diujungnya ada sebuah pura yang merupakan salah satu pura terpenting di Pulau Bali, yaitu Pura Uluwatu. Pemandangan dari tempat ini sungguh kombinasi yang sulit digambarkan dengan kata-kata. Ombak laut selatan yang menghantam dinding-dinding karang memciptakan buih-buih putih yang menakjubkan.
Pura uluwatu yang berdiri persis di ujung karang memberikan gambaran, bahwa dari jaman dahulu kala masyarakat Bali mempunyai nilai rasa yang tinggi terhadap seni dan arsitektur. Mereka sudah mampu memikirkan tempat yang aman dan kokoh untuk membangun tempat suci. Jika sekarang investor berlomba-lomba membangun villa di sepanjang karang daerah Uluwatu, masyarakat Bali sejak dahulu sudah memperhitungkan keindahan daerah sekitar Uluwatu ini.
Sore hari ketika sang senja menjelang, warna jingga yang dipancarkan matahari sore memberikan suasana sunset yang setiap hari diiringi oleh tarian khas Bali, kecak.
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