This beach is mostly a very long public beach of over 5 kms. and there are lots of activities among local sellers and visitors / tourists from all over the world for any ages. The beach is good for sun bathing, swimming, relax, surfing, and any other water sport activities.

Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa
It is situated on white sand beaches, wide selection of International star rated hotels of more than 4000 rooms, excellent sporting facilities, large swimming pools and a five star selection of food and beverage facilities. Nusa Dua is ideally for large conventions and exhibition, traditional entertainment is an integral part of the Nusa Dua’s resort life, number of popular attractions including the beautifully landscape 18 hole course of Bali Golf and Country Club.

Neighbouring Tanjung Benoa offers a wide variety of water sports, therefore Nusa Dua is an excellent choice for both large and small groups, has the infrastructure to create the perfect balance between work, play and relaxation.

This beach is a bit quite as mostly those beach controlled and managed by all hotels along in Nusa Dua till Tanjung Benoa beach. It is a white sandy beach guests mostly for real relax, sun bathing, and the place is good for any kind of water sport activities. including, diving, snorkeling, fishing, wind serving, parasailing, Day Cruises across to Nusa Lembongan Island, Dinner cruise is also available on this area.

Jimbaran
Located just 10 minutes drive from the airport. It is conveniently close to either Nusa Dua or Kuta. The area offers star rated hotels, wide choice of local shopping, a wide range of dining options both within and beyond the resorts, dramatic sunset and numerous beach front BBQ seafood restaurants.

On this Jimbaran Beach is a white sandy beach, Quite long enough of approx 3 kms. Good beach, and good to experience BBQ set seafood dinner available along the beach with some freelance Trio Batak singers moving around.

Sanur
The peaceful village of Sanur was Bali’s first tourist resort and the nearest beach to the capital of Denpasar. Stretching along a wide stretch of coastline facing eastward, Sanur is protected by a shallow reef. Hotels, Bungalows and landscape gardens face the ocean and picturesque beach boulevard stretches the entire length of Sanur village. Water sports are very popular in this area, both within and beyond the reef. Sanur is centrally located resort as close to other tourist resort destinations.

The beach is very quite, it is the best for relax for mostly older visitors, and not so good for young people. Half of the beach is black sandy beach in the north side however white sandy beach located on the southern.

Ubud
It is a village of Gianyar regency, famous for its wood carving and painter community, as well as he village has expanded to be the centre of Cultural Tourism in Bali. One hour drive from the airport. Ubud has its own magic, and its particularly beautiful surroundings and gracious way of life have drawn celebrities and artists from all over the world in recent decades. Large choice of accommodation from the budget hotels to star rated resorts and top villas. Easy shopping places for some Balinese handy-crafts around the street of Ubud area.

Candidasa (Eastern coast)
It is situated on the east coast of Karangasem regency. One and half hour drive from the airport. Some star rated and budget accommodation available along the black sand beach and on the hill side. Dining pleasure are also available for guests convenience. This resort is close to Diving sites of Padangbay, Amed and Tulamben wreck-dive.

Lovina (Northern coast)
About 10 km west of Singaraja and approx 2 hours drive from the airport. The black sand beach is safe and wonderful place for swimming and snorkeling. Lovina also offers dolphin viewing. Budget and 3 star hotels are available with dining pleasure located inside and outside of the hotel.

Uluwatu (Southern coast)
It takes about 30 minutes drive from airport or Kuta area. The Uluwatu area specifically Pantai Suluban (Suluban beach), is Bali’s surfing mecca. If you don;t want to surf, you still can enjoy the spectacullar view of Uluwatu temple located on the cliff jutting out to the ocean and the view of awesome sunset. Take your time to visit Garuda Wisnu Kencana cultural park on the same route. Few resorts available from budget to star rated, nice for relax and honeymooner recommended.

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The assistant commander of the Presidential Guard, Air Marshall Imarullah, held coordination meetings on December 4, 2009 with Bali Chief of Police General Sutisna to review the tough security measures in place for BDF.

The Bali meeting will bring together Foreign Ministers from countries across the Asia-Pacific to discuss cooperation in building democratic political institution in the region. President Yudhoyono will address delegations from 53 participating countries, 24 ministers and 14 observers.

From December 9 – 12, 2009, the Bali police will launch what has been dubbed “Operation Pan Puri Agung III-2009″ calling on resources from all operation precincts of the Bali Police.

Gde Sugianyar, the spokesman for the Bali police, said: “The Bali police will deploy 556 officers to safeguard the BDF to ensure its smooth running success.”

On Saturday, December 5, 2009, the Bali police conducted drill exercises in preparation for the event in the Renon area of Bali’s capital of Denpasar.

• Friday, January 01, 2010 – New Years Day

• Sunday, February 14, 2010 – Chinese New Year (Imlek 2516) Friday, February 26, 2010 – Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad

• Tuesday, March 16, 2010 - Hari Raya Nyepi Tahun Baru 1932 (Bali’s Official day of Silence – Hindu New Years Day)

• Friday, April 2, 2010 – Good Friday

• Sunday, April 4, 2010 – Easter Sunday

• Thursday, May 13, 2010 – The Ascension of Jesus Christ in Heaven

• Friday, May 28, 1020 – Hari Raya Waisak 2554

• Saturday, July 10, 2010 - Isra Mi’raj Prophet Mohammad SAW, Celebrating the Ascension of The Prophet Muhammad

• Tuesday, August 17, 2010 – Indonesian Independence Day

• Thursdays, September 9, 2010 – Shared Holiday by Government Decree

• Friday & Saturday, September 10-11, 2010 - Hari Raya Idul Fitri 1431 H

• Monday, September 13, 2010 – Shared Holiday by Government Decree

• Wednesday, November 17, 2010 - Idul Adha 1430H

• Tuesday, December 7, 2010 – Islamic New Year 1432 H

• Friday, December 24, 2010 – Shared Holiday by Government Decree

• Saturday, December 25, 2010 – Christmas Day

The Resort’s General Manager, Stephane Varoquier, said: “We’re very pleased to host this wonderful event to brighten the day for these special children. Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali is committed to supporting the Balinese community and improving the lives of the locals. We’d love to do this with Monte and Glenn and the children again sometime.”

“I’ve been teaching swimming for more than half my life,” said Glenn, who was on holiday in Bali from Adelaide, Australia. “It’s especially fulfilling to work with challenged children in the pool. I’m happy to team up with Monte and spend time with these kids while I’m in Bali and look forward to doing it again next year.”

Hotel guests were invited to join in the fun and several participated by helping with the children in the pool. “This was one of the highlights of our trip,” said John and Becky Livingston from Melbourne, Australia. “It was really fun helping and seeing the smiling faces on these kids.

Tanti, a supervisor from YPAC, added: “We are very thankful to Monte and Glenn and Holiday Inn. The children have so much fun and really enjoy this day. This is all they talk about weeks before and after the event and we can wait to do it again next year.”

YPAC

Jimbaran-based YPAC is a non-denominational children’s home for mentally and physically challenged youth. Their mission is to integrate the children to lead normal lives in society. The institute receives governmental funding, but additional fund helps to purchase artificial limbs, wheelchairs, clothes, bedding, cleaning, cooking, and school supplies. A new bathroom expansion project to accommodate wheelchairs and people with prosthetic limbs is waiting for funding.

Monet Monfore

Monte Monfore is a Bali-based American long distance swimmer who works tirelessly in bringing attention and raising funds on behalf of the fight against world hunger, poverty and pollution.

Monte Monfore made a commitment to bring positive, international media exposure to the island of Bali with his ocean swimming. Since 2004, Monte’s swim events have supported tsunami victims, Yogyakarta earthquake victims, hungry children and the poor, and promoted children’s education, ocean conservation, the protection of marine animals, and the fight against climate change and global warming. His swimming supports the United Nations, UNICEF, UNDP, World Food Program, Millennium Campaign, Greenpeace and WWF initiatives. The swimmer recently orchestrated a UNICEF and Circle K partnership and is working on a project to assist raising $2.5 million for a nationwide polio immunization campaign to protect Indonesian children. Monte’s swimming also supports three children’s homes in Bali, including one for mentally and physically challenged youths. ]]> http://www.balikresnarentcar.com/no-ugly-ducklings-in-this-pond/feed/ http://www.balikresnarentcar.com/eat-pray-love-and-pay/ http://www.balikresnarentcar.com/eat-pray-love-and-pay/#comments Sun, 25 Oct 2009 13:48:40 +0000 admin http://www.balikresnarentcar.com/?p=348 Bali Governor Pastika Angered by Villagers Coercing Additional ‘Fees’ from the Producers of ‘Eat, Pray, Love.’
As reported by balidiscovery.com the commencement of filming of the major Hollywood film “Eat, Pray, Love” starring Julia Roberts and Javier Bardem got off to a less than smooth start as Balinese villagers demanded extra compensation to allow the film to proceed. Radar Bali reports that Bali’s governor, Made Mangku Pastika, was not pleased with what appears to be coercive efforts to extract additional fees from Sony Picture/Columbia Pictures.

The governor told the press that the villagers’ opportunistic behavior was embarrassing for the people of Bali and not in keeping with the many honors and accolades earned by the island known as a “paradise on earth.”

According to governor Pastika, a central theme of the film depicts Bali as “an island of love.” As indicated by the title, its main character portrayed by Julia Roberts explores the pleasure of eating in Italy; the serenity of prayer in India, and the joys of love in Bali. Speaking from him home on October 18, 2009, Pastika said: “Love in Bali is a new branding joining earlier citations, such as the island of paradise, the island of the gods, and the island of peace and democracy. How beautiful is Bali and love sowed in Bali. This is proven by the increasing number of people who have their weddings performed in Bali.”

In this context, Pastika hopes that all parties in Bali, including its elders and leaders, take the necessary steps to preserve this reputation. Admitting that waves of change, both good and bad, were sweeping over the island, he added, “(the changes) must be anticipated so that Bali’s good reputation is preserved.”

Strong Words of Criticism

Viewing both the positive and negative forces at play on the island, Pastika has also seen the impact being made on the character of the Balinese people and the resulting trends of commercialism and consumerism. One proof cited by the Governor, was the case of the villagers asking for hundreds of millions of rupiah from the makers of the “Eat, Pray, Love, film. Making his point in the strongest possible terms, Pastika said: “To the extent that they asked for hundreds of millions of rupiah - using tradition, culture and religion as the foundation for their demands, I deeply regret that this condition has invaded into the character of the people of Bali. This is one more rapid change (in our society) with a negative effect on our people.”

Moreover, Pastika said such behavior he found embarrassing as the news of the villagers behavior will be publicized the world over. Pastika continued: “When I heard this I was ashamed. How can a traditional village ask for hundreds of millions (of rupiah)? This film will be seen by the world, indirectly also showing Bali to the world.”

Shortly after the villagers of Bentuyung village demanded Rp. 200 million (US$ 20,000) from the filmmakers, the villagers of Pengosekan – another location in the film, have followed suit and are now requesting compensation.

In order to approximate the real-life character, the filmmakers are looking for a male Indonesian actor, more than 70 years of age and able to say his lines an take direction in English.

While the film industry typically dotes on the “young and beautiful” the continuing Bali search for the “old and haggered” is seeing actors being turned away for being too young.

Priyanto told beritabali.com that the park would be a fitting tribute to the 202 who died in the terrorist attack and, over time, would become an important tourist destination within the island.

Price of Land

In a separate report carried in NusaBali, Nick Way complained that the asking price form the land present owner of Rp. 24 billion (US$240,000) for a plot of land measuring only 800 square meters was proving a significant obstacle to fund-raisers. Independent property valuation surveys conducted on the lot in 2005 suggested a price of around Rp. 8 billion (US$800,000) was more appropriate to the lot’s commercial value. A group of concerned Australians continue efforts to convert the location of the former Sari Club, destroyed by a terrorist attack on October 12, 2002, into a memorial Peace Park.

The Bali Peace Park Association was formed on September 2, 2008, with a announced goals of creating a park for spiritual reflection that will contribute to tolerance, understanding and freedom among future generation without reference to race, religion, culture or nationality.

Highlights of the Bali Luau, in addition to the food, were a Rp. 10 million (US$1,000) donation given by the group to the Semara Putra Orphanage in Semarapura, East Bali and special delivery letter sent to the group from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C..

That letter, sent by Maya Soetoro-Ng, the Indonesian-born half-sister of President Obama, said the Bali event affirmed the existence of benevolent people who “can and will help to make Indonesia and the world stronger.” Sdding, “I am very proud to have my family’s name attached to the impressive generosity of all in attendance.”

Extending a warm “Aloha” to those gathered on a Bali beach, Maya Soetoro-Ng closed her letter by saying: “I think that we are collectively ushering in a new era of greater giving and service that is wonderful, I send fond regards from the entire family in D.C..”

20 people died and scores were seriously injured in the 2005 bombings at restaurants Jimbaran Beach and Kuta.

Quoted in the Jakarta Post, Bali’s Governor said: “We are often reminded about the victims of the Bali bombings. I believe their spirits are still among us.” Adding: “We should support every effort to fight terrorism. Any act of terrorism should be fought by people around the globe.”

Governor Pastika also told those in attendance of the recent establishment of a Bali Crisis Center to confront any incidents in the future, including natural disaster.

The Center, together with an entire range of other steps put in place, have created a security situation in Bali determined to prevent or limit any future terrorists attacks and ensure the safety of island visitors.