The Most Beautiful Beaches And Surfing Spot In Bali

Bali is a small island belong of Indonesia that is famous all over the world with the beauty of nature and culture, one of which is a beautiful beach, clean and good for surfing. Sanur and Kuta beach is one of the most popular destinations for tourists domestic or foreign. In addition to the beach of Kuta and Sanur in Bali also has many beautiful beaches not miss if you are on holiday in Bali, here are some beautiful beaches which many tourists to visit and surfing.

Padang-Pandang Beach Beach

Padang-padang beach is located on the street Labuan sait Pecatu village, very close to the famous Uluwatu temple with views of the sunset. It's a beautiful beach, of the many beaches in Bali with the most unique shades are in a small estuaries that have died.  

Tips for Safe Rafting in Bali

The Bali whitewater rafting is FUN, I remember it like it was yesterday, the day my teacher almost drowned while rafting in Bali on the Telaga Waja River.
This is the part of history from some other rafter.

The guide scrambled to his feet and yelled at everybody to “Paddle!!!” A hydraulic is hard enough to paddle through with all passengers, but with half your raft not in position, it was even worse.
The few who could paddle did. They got the raft out of the hydraulic, the teacher was still clinging to that yellow rope and he was whisked to the shore in two seconds.
He was cut, scraped and bleeding and he’d lost his glasses and a shoe . . . but he was OK.

Tour Destination In Bali

Bali is a land that seems to have a magnet at its very heart. It is a feeling that is difficult to understand unless experienced but once visited you are surely compelled to come back and you may even want to stay forever, such is its pull. A truly beautiful tropical island inhabited by remarkably artistic people, breathtaking panoramas of cultivated rice terraces, impressive volcanoes and pristine beaches.

This is a places you should visit if you are on holiday to Bali.

Indonesia Became A Tourist Destination of Europe

 

 Tourist arrivals (tourists) to Indonesia continued to show positive growth. For example, a tourist from Europe and Japan now looks more and more visiting Indonesia.

Central Bureau of Statistics and the Center for Data and Information Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy shows growth of a significant number of foreign tourists. Growth during May 2013 rose to 7.65 percent compared to the same period last year.

Indonesia Was Chosen to be Nominated for the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2013

Every three years, the Aga Khan Award for Architecture (AKAA) aka Aga Khan architecture award given to projects that reflect the plurality of world architecture in the Muslim community. AKAA Throughout history, architecture has seven projects in Indonesia who had received the award.

Bali Weather and Best Time To Visit Bali

Want to know Bali Weather Forecast and Best Time To Visit Bali Island, Indonesia! Bali island, Indonesia is located only 8º (890 km) south of the equator. Thus, Bali weather is tropical to state the least - reliably warm and sunny. Bali island, the famed isle of the Gods, with its diverse countryside of hills and mountains, rugged seashores and sandy shores, lush rice terraces and barren volcanic hillsides all providing a scenic backdrop to its colorful, profoundly spiritual and exclusive culture, stakes a grave assertion to be paradise on soil. With world-class surfing and diving, a large number of cultural, chronicled and archaeological enticements, and an tremendous variety of accommodations, this is one of the world's most popular island destinations and one which consistently wins travel accolades.

Mount Bromo is Great Volcano in East Java

Mount Bromo which stands tall at 2329 m is one of the most iconic mountains in Indonesia. It beckons majestically despite having the entire top blown off and with a crater inside that keeps spewing off white sulphurous smoke. Mount Bromo is still one of the most active volcanoes in the world and there are areas that are blocked off from tourists due to its imminent danger. It sits inside the massive Tengger caldera (volcanic crater with diameter approximately 10km), surrounded by the Laut Pasir (sea of sand) of fine volcanic sand. This breathtaking and ethereal landscape have been swooned by many travelers alike.

Mount Bromo with rising smoke

Myth has it that Mount Bromo is significant to the Tengger people who believe that the site is where their brave prince sacrificed his life for his family. To appease the Gods, the people will offer food and money by throwing it into the crater of the volcano once a year during annual Kasada (or Kasodo) festival.

Indonesia expert in Diving Destinations in the World

Did you know, Indonesia is one of the best diving destinations in the world. Hundreds point dive spread throughout the archipelago. Let's dive in and explore the underwater beauty of Indonesia!

Comprised of more than 17 thousand islands, it's no wonder there are many diving spot in Indonesia. From Sabang to Raja Ampat, you can dive and underwater animals meet diverse. Proud, Indonesia become one of the world's best diving destinations.

"Indonesia has received recognition as one of the best diving destinations in the world," said Director General of Tourism Destination Development government, Firman Rahim in the opening exhibition Deep & Extreme Indonesia 2013 in Hall A, Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) Senayan, Central Jakarta.
Firman added that Indonesia has hundreds of dive point and has become a favorite of foreign tourists.

"Omed-Omedan" is a tradition after Nyepi Day

A day after celebrating Nyepi, residents of Banjar Kaja Sesetan, Denpasar has a unique tradition. A ritual tradition handed down was named omed-omedan. Omed-omedan means of attraction.

At first glance, this ritual is similar to the mass kiss. Because the ritual performed by young men and women was conducted by kissing. Initially, dozens of young men and women marched back to square one position opposite. Those who would commit ritual omed-omedan were in the front with the position held. They were approaching. So affordable, they they kiss. The kiss will stop after tribal whistle sounds and splashing water.
Prominent Puri Oka, I Gusti Ngurah Oka Putra explained omed-omedan a unique culture and tradition existed long before colonial times and has been inherited from generation to generation. "This ritual is held every Ngembak Geni (the day after Nyepi). Omed-omedan is attractive. Omed we balked-omendan synonymous with kissing.

Bali Big International Event 2013

APRIL 2013:
APRIL 2013:
 22-24 April: iMedia Brand Summit 2013
27 April: XXI International Seaweed Symposium 2013, Bali International Convention Center
MAY 2013:
10 May: Indonesia International BIO Energy Conference & Exhibition (A World forum A National Priority), Bali International Convention Center
JUNE 2013:
5-7 June: Indo Livestock 2013 Expo and Forum
Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center Bali, http://www.indolivestock.com/
8-9 June: Yachts Asia Bali 2013
Running from June 8-9 2013, the beautiful sunny island of Bali will play host to Yachts Asia Bali 2013, the premier yachts and boats exhibition, taking place at Taman Begawan, Nusa Dua, Bali, http://www.charterworld.com/news/yachts-asia-bali-2013-june-89
19 June: IVOC (international Vegetable Oil Conference), Bali International Convention Center

Indonesia Rank 2 & 4 in 10 Favorite Island in Asia

As a maritime country, Indonesia has exotic islands scattered from Sabang to Merauke. Nusa Lembongan and Gili Trawangan in the top 10 islands in the Asia version of the site to TripAdvisor.

TripAdvisor site through Travelers' Choice 2013 to summarize the 10 islands in Asia. Elections to the islands is based on the quality and quantity of hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions during the 12-month period.

As a result, two islands in Indonesia ranks 2 and 4. Rank 2 is occupied by Bali Nusa Lembongan.

Mode of Bali Transportations

The main forms of public transport n Bali are the cheap buses, minibuses and bemos that run on somewhat set routes within or between towns. Having your own transport can be arranged; there are bemos, cars, motorbikes, and bicycles for rent. Tourist shuttle buses that run between major tourist centers are more expensive than public transport but are definitely more comfortable and convenient.

Bemo

This is a generic term for any vehicle that is used as a public transport, which is normally a minibus or van with a row of low seats on each side. It is a great way to meet the locals, even though it is hot, dusty and full of diesel exhaust. The exciting part is that you do not have to get to a bemo stop to board a bemo, just extend your arm and flag one down! The fares may be cheap but beware of pickpockets.

Sambangan Village

Sambangan village located in the north of the island of Bali about 75 km from Denpasar.
The village is divided into 3 those are Banjar sambangan, Banjar Babakan, Banjar anyar. With reaching a population of approximately 4,805 people. The total area of ​​7.76 km, Sambangan village also has a very large potential for the field of tourism.
Why? Because sambangan village there are many high waterfalls that in wild green blanket around the waterfall which is located banyumale river.
Many villas and restaurants that began to stand, the local government began with establishment of supporting infrastructure, as well as foreign and local investors looked to invest in the village sambangan like Santhi bar and restaurant, Alam amazing adventure, and much more.
That proves the development and growth of tourism in the village sambangan. Besides of waterfall expanse rice field and yellowing, local life and beautiful city of Singaraja and beaches you can see fro the top of the village.

Nyepi | Tranquility in Silent Day

Nyepi is a Hindu holiday that is celebrated every year New Saka. Today's fall in the count Tilem Kesanga (IX), which is believed to be on the purification of the gods who are in the center of the ocean that brings the essence of living holy water. For that Hindus worship sacred to them.

Understanding Nyepi
Nyepi is derived from the quiet (silent) is actually a celebration of the Hindu New Year is based on Balinese calendar / calendar Caka, which began in 78 AD. Unlike the Christian celebration of the new year, New Year Saka in Bali began to retreat. No regular activities. All activities are eliminated, including public services, such as the International Airport was closed, but not for hospitals.

Kind of Offering's (Banten) in Bali, did you know it?

What is offering's - Offerings are called Banten in Balinese. It is possible that the word comes from the Sanskrit word Bali, which means tribute, obligation or gift. Or it may be derived from the word Enten, which means to wake up or be conscious. It is a consciousness of the gods.

Purpose
Offerings are gifts. They are a means of giving something back. But, of course, gifts obligate the recipient and so the system creates mutual obligations and favors, even between humans and spirits. With offerings to the demons, however, the offered does not expect a gift in return, just the favor that the demons will go away.

White Water Rafting in Bali

White Water Rafting is the most popular and challenging activities in Bali. Telaga Waja River becomes interesting because the location is combined with patches of green fields and hills that shelter. Water that flowed freely with few riffles and boulders as obstacles to be a great choice for the adventurer to rush the adrenaline. Telaga Waja has rapids with a high of nearly 5 meters, but very safe!

In a continual spray of white clear water, you will rush past steep banks and ancient hanging trees, whilst rafting straight through cascading waterfalls of cold natural spring water. The guides will give you instruction and work with you to safely navigate the raft through torrents, twists, tight turns and inclined rapids.

Over head obstacles, narrow gorges and breathtaking views of terraced rice plains all along the way will give you an appetite for your final challenge! The Water Dam! Hold on, Take a deep breath, and down you go!

Meeting the same strict safety and service standards delivered, the Telaga Waja put simply, will challenge you and your guide every step of the way!

Bali Tours - The Amazing Secred Journey to Bali

What follows is a brief account of our recent journey to the South Pacific,
the sacred island of Bali. 

Tours in Bali - A few months prior to the turn of the millennium, several of us got an intuitive impression that we wanted to spend the time in Bali. We did not quite understand why...but followed our hearts and created this journey. It was only later that Gabriel began to reveal how this journey was one more step in the series that we began in early 1997.

Bali Journey | Tours in Bali

Bali Tours - Unique and wonderful group tours and individual journeys to Bali and other destinations.
Join us on a magical journey to the island of Bali for a vacation that is revitalizing to the body, heart and soul. This Island of the Gods is known for its talented, friendly people, fantastic sights, sounds and tastes. Bali is a sensual and sacred paradise, a world of balance where everything has its order. Deities are honored with offerings and devotion and demons are placated through purification - happiness comes from acknowledging both forces. The arts flourish everywhere and art and worship are harmoniously connected. by balitoursbali