Tag: Bali

Illira Hotel – Banyuwangi

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Located just 11 kilometres from the Watu Dodol tourist area, the four-star ILLIRA Hotel Banyuwangi offers accommodation in the heart of Banyuwangi, East Java. Immerse yourself in a world of style, comfort, and sincere, fun service at ILLIRA Hotel Banyuwangi. The hotel provides easy and convenient access to all parts of the city and its various attractions. All 4-star hotel rooms have city views, and guests can enjoy access to an outdoor pool. Guests can also enjoy a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk, as well as airport transfers, room…

Inna Bali Heritage Hotel – Denpasar

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With the word “heritage” in its name, we all know that the Inna Bali Heritage Hotel is a historic and cultural heritage hotel. Guests will find lots of vintage and antique furniture. It is said to be the first hotel in Bali to host famous world influencers such as President Soekarno, Nehru, and Charlie Chaplin. It is in the center of Denpasar. It’s in a great spot, so it’s easy for guests to find places to dine, hangouts, and other entertainment options. Guests can also easily reach the historic city…

Exploring Bali’s Coffee Culture: A Honeymooner’s Guide

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Image credit: https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-pouring-cappuccino-302896/ In a recent survey by elite travel company, Kuoni, Bali officially took the top spot for the world’s best holiday destination, beating out typical favorites like Hawaii and the Maldives. The reasons are manifold. Bali not only has beautiful beaches, but also an award-winning gastronomic culture as well as off-the-beaten gourmet adventures for honeymooners with a discerning palate. You might associate culinary travel with wine, cheese, or a Michelin-starred trail, but for many, it’s the unbeatable aroma of their favorite roast coffee bean that really tugs at…

Getting to know Nyepi Day in Indonesia

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Nyepi Day is a Hindu New Year in Bali which is celebrated on the first new moon in March. It is usually celebrated on the same day as the Indian festival, Ugadi. Nyepi Day TraditionsA few days before Nyepi, a Balinese Hindu purification ceremony and ritual called Melasti takes place. During Melasti, parades of villagers carry all the sacred objects from their temples to the sea or the shore of a nearby lake. There sacred objects are cleaned and purified with the holy water of the sea or lake. Nyepi…

Cool! Ubud Enters the List of the Best Tourist Cities in the World

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Ubud is ranked fourth in the list of ’25 Best Cities in the World’ version of Travel and Leisure 2021. In that list Ubud is above Kyoto to Bangkok. In the list, Ubud managed to beat popular tourist cities in other countries, such as Bangkok, Seoul, Tokyo, and Rome. Ubud’s position is above Kyoto, Japan and below Istanbul, Turkey. Bangkok is ranked tenth, Rome is ranked 14th, Tokyo is ranked 19th, and Seoul is ranked 23rd. Meanwhile, San Miguel de Allende city in Mexico was named the first rank of…

This is The Most Popular Tourist Destination in 2021

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The following is a list of tourist destinations in Indonesia that are most in demand in 2021: BaliIt’s no secret that Bali is one of the most popular tourist destinations for tourists in early 2021. As the most popular tourist destination, Bali again dominates an average search rate of 52 percent, surpassing other tourist destinations in Indonesia. Some of the most popular tourist destinations for tourists are Bali Zoo, Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, and Waterbom Bali, Toya Devasya Hot Spring Waterpark, and Reborn Signature Wellness Spa Dewi Sri Bali…

Explore the Great Nuance in Mount Batur Bali

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Mount Batur is an active volcano and considered to be one of Hinduism’s most sacred mountains in Bali. The location is in Kintamani Sub-District and it belongs to Bangli Regency. Still, it doesn’t stop tourists to visit and explore the mountain especially to enjoy hiking and sightseeing. The Nuance With the height of about 1717 meters above the sea level, the mountain looks both beautiful and grandiose. Not to mention visitors can find numerous natural attractions that surround the mountain including Batur Lake! Once arriving at the hiking route, tourists…

Makepung, The Traditional Buffalo Race in Bali

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Makepung (Balinese), literally means ‘chasing around’  or Kejar-kejaran in Bahasa Indonesi. It is a tradition of buffalo racing which has been passed through generations in Bali’s society, specifically in Jembrana regency and it similar to Karapan Sapi or Bull racing in Madura, East Java. It started of as race between farmers during their spare time when they were plowing the field in the harvest season. At that time, they compete to race for goals using a cart tied up to the bull which controlled by a jockey. Today, the Makepung…

Saebus Island, Kangean Archipelago

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Saebus Island Pulau Saebus is an island in Kangean archipelago, and it administratively located in Sumenep Regency, Madura, East Java, Indonesia. The nearest places to Pulau Saebus are Pulau Saur (6 km west), Pulau Bangkan (6 km north), Pulau Sasiil (7 km east), and Sapeken (9 km north). Saebus island is having magnificent sea world, with the Anemone kingdom that can be seen in sloping sea. To reach Saebus island, it can be start from Surabaya to Madura and crossing to Kangean islands. It can also be start from Bali…

Kecak Dance

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Balinese Kecak Dance Kecak or Ketjak is one of Balinese Dances and music drama. This dance was first performed in 1930s and primarily performed by men. Kecak dance is mostly related about the drama musical of Ramayana Monkey Chant which performed by a circle of 150 or more performers. Kecak dance is such an old traditional dance, but now it has been modified into some roles or models in the same concept and culture based on the Bali’s tourism demand. Since 1970s, the Kecak Dance continued to experience some changes,…