Saraswati Day - Preparing From Now

Saraswati Day – Preparing From Now

Although Saraswati Day is still many weeks ahead, at 23 April 2011 for exact date, the elderly Balinese who understand Balinese traditional calendar had already think about the preparation for that important day from now on. They at least have to think about the preparation for the banten (offering) which is too sophisticated for outsiders, as well as preparing a committee at banjar (custom village) to manage preliminary stages prior to the celebration.

Tourism stakeholders too had already had this celebration in mind. A marketing staff at a hotel directory site commented: “This special day is a popular time with Hindus and Kuta and Bali see an increase in visitors compared to other parts of Indonesia where Islam is the core religion. Hotels are often much busier as a result so anyone planning on attending the celebrations should search online to book places.”

Saraswati Day is a celebration for the goddess Saraswati. The goddess is the sakti (wife) of the god Brahma and a patron for knowledge, widya (consciousness), music, the arts, wisdom, and sastra (literature). The goddess is often pictured as a very beautiful woman with four hands, in each of which the goddess holds genitri (prayer beads), Kropak (holy script), Wina (a musical instrument with two strings), and a lotus. The goddess is often accompanied by a swan.

On Saraswati Day, students all over the Bali land, from kindergarten to higher education level, pay homage to the goddess Saraswati. They go to their schools bringing their books and perform a prayer and ceremony there, where the Hindu priest sprinkles tirta (holy water). Any book that had been sprinkled with tirta is believed to be blessed. In their prayers, students usually beg to the goddess that they will be able to pass the exam and gathers more knowledge. For the rest of the day, Balinese usually do not read or write but take their time to contemplate on things that had been learnt.

Due to the discrepancy between the national secular calendar and the Balinese traditional calendar, people hold Saraswati Day two times each year. Actually, the celebration is held each 210 day at Saniscara Umanis Wuku Watugunung or Sinta. The celebration for 23 April 2011 is held at the Wuku Watugunung (the last of the calendar cycle). The next Saraswati Day will be held on 19 November 2011, at Sinta or the start of the new calendar cycle.

Celebrating Chinese New Year in Bali!

Chinese New Year, Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival is the most important of the traditional Chinese holidays. This year it falls on 3rd of February. It starts on the first day of the New Moon and ends with the beginning of the Full Moon.

Chinese people in Bali celebrate Chinese New Year in a traditional way. They clean their houses and temple (Kongco) and statues of their gods, decorate them with Chinese ornaments. Family gathers together on the New Year Eve, followed by dinner. Another feature of this occasion is showing respect to elders and god. Dishes are prepared for the New Year and in Bali egg skin dumplings which believe will bring luck and fortune is preferred.

For visitors who wish to celebrate Chinese New Year in Bali may have a family dinner at the villa with Chinese dishes. Most of all Balinese villas have spaces for a family gathering for special occasions. For those, who do not celebrate it; can still do shopping and eating at the restaurants as everything is open as usual. At some bars, restaurants and shops Chinese decorations can be found.

At the end of this event, usually, there is a lantern festive. This festive is even more attractive with a giant dragon’s performance which carried and played by young people. This dragon in Indonesia called “Barongsai”. Lantern and Barongsai are made from bamboo, silk and paper with red as a dominant colors.

Ending the Year in Bali

Nowadays Bali is always packed with abundant of events and festivals from various kinds of intentions and attractions. From the artistic side such event of painting exhibition in Ubud, or the famous Ubud Writer which is gathered by prominent writers from around countries that annually celebrates the togetherness of discussing topic from the view of writing itself, concerning the world as one. Also, Bali has the prestigious event in the artistic achievement of cinema called Balinale (Bali International Film Festival) that this year opened with the premiere of “Eat Pray Love” which the part of the location was in Bali also. Those are the examples of events and festivals that Bali always has every year to get the tourist interest come to Bali.

So now, what is left for the end of the year to make Bali more interesting than the other months that have been already offered to the visitors? Although, the kind of attraction like the warm and joyful Kuta Carnival, or the cultural Sanur Village Festival and Nusa Dua Festival were not celebrated this month, but some interesting aspect about December in Bali is the moment of Christmas and New Year’s Eve as the attraction that you will love to get in Bali. If you come from the other continent such us Europe, you will definitely face the “White Christmas” that characteristically face cold whether, the snow is coming, and just be the usual Christmas it would be. Yet, if you want to get the experience of Christmas with shiny day all day long, you can celebrate it with the family here in Bali.

To end the year, it obviously must be celebrated with the extravagant of joyful and exciting things. In Bali, many hotels have their tradition to celebrate it, even the big event in the hotel such us the music show or such thing is known to be given by them as also the firework party to peak the moment. Want to get the excitement of ending the year in Bali then? Just come to Kuta and get it with the glorious of welcoming the New Year. Kuta has its way to celebrate it. From the afternoon some of the roads to go to Kuta Beach will be blocked to just give the chances to the masses walk with the crowed in the evening. Then the firework party on the New Years Eve is wonderful and glorious. You will experience the unforgettable moment in Bali this month!

Experience the Spiritual of Bali This Month!

Spending your time with moment of devotion and appreciation to the art and culture which is somewhat usual we can face when coming to Bali. Both sides are the attraction for many tourists. They seek for the beauty and magical insights that this island from the essential side offers to be the interesting and unique point as you will certainly love to see and visit. Every year—not to mention the tradition daily—Bali has the routine of the cultural aspect for praying which is you cant see in different place. The celebration of Gods among of the interesting attraction to the tourist, they can see it daily how Balinese people do their worship to God with abundant complexity and traditional senses.

Coming to the end of the year, this December, you who is eager to see the spiritual aspect that Balinese has been done from time to time can come to Bali this month and see how the celebration of religious side in Bali become an exquisite attraction that you can only see for certain month in Bali only. This December, will come the festival of Galungan and Kuningan that will show you the plenty of ornaments, detail of cultural symbols that come as the interesting things to be observed. Such us the way the Balinese dress when they praying, with the various of design of sarong and kebaya that are mostly dominated by white which is essentially believed as the symbol of the holiness itself.

Galungan is the commemoration of virtue upon evil, while Kuningan is the closing of the long festive. Before the event is started, Balinese will create penjor, a tall bamboo pole which symbolizes prosperity. It is decorated with coconut’s leaves and flowers, fruit, and cake; it is then put in the entrance of house. If you come to Bali in this early December, you will see how beautiful the parade of these penjors that give the marvelous sight along the village roads in Bali. So, what are you waiting for? If you can’t take your leisure time of long period vacation in the packed summer with the family, now this time is also the greatest thing you can get when come to Bali. Let’s sense the spiritual side of Bali!

SVF Goes for 20 Thousands Visitors

The annual event Sanur Village Festival (SVF) will be held. The festival that has reached its fifth year has targeted to reach 20 thousand visitors this year, both domestic tourists and international tourists. The SVF will be officially held by the Minister of Trade, Mari Elka Pangestu on Wednesday, August 8 2010. The leader of the SVF committee, Ida Bagus Sidharta Putra said that Sanur has a great potential to compete with other tourist destination to attract people; either from the art, culture, and other good products. With the beauty of Sanur beach, all potential of the beach will be packed with all decoy and uniqueness.

The theme of this year is “Sanur Nuhur” that means a together-wishing to get the spirit or holly light. There will be 20 activities that will be scheduled from the early morning until late at night at 4 up to 8 of August. Those activities will be centered at the area of Inna Grand Bali cottage, Segara Sanur beach. For common people, there will be interesting schedules such as the exhibition of adenium, cycling competition, cooking festivals, Jukung festival, Yogya village, and others. As has been stated, this event is targeted to reach 20 thousands of visitors or increase about 5000 from last year with 15.000 visitors. While enjoying the main attraction on the stage, visitors will be able to savor the delicious food and beverages of five-star-hotel-class with the most affordable prices.

Bali Eating & Spa Experience

BALI EATING EXPERIENCE

Bali has copious places of interest that make people from all around the globe truly dazzled and this has made Bali heaven for those seeking out the best hotels, the most exotic beaches, nurturing spa experiences, and almost every outdoor and leisure activity that will make you thrilled. Beside from that, Bali is the spot for delighting your appetite. In Bali you can pamper your tongue with various tantalizing dishes, from Balinese, Sundanese, French, Moroccan, Italian, Thailand, Japanese, Chinese, Mexican, and more. You can rely on the quality of ingredients and materials, as they come from fresh gardens and then cooked through various recipes.

Create your most romantic candle light dinner under the sky or barefoot on the sands, make it happen in Bali. Bali provides you heaps of cafes, restaurants, and eateries to choose from and every area has must-eat places to host your breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Seminyak has Ku De Ta, Canggu has Echo Beach restaurant, Kuta has Hard Rock Café, and Jimbaran invites you to savor delectable grilled seafood at the most popular beachfront seafood restaurants by the exotic bay. Eating experience that Bali has to offer won’t disappoint you instead you will be enticed to try more and more.

BALI SPA EXPERIENCE

Massage and spa experience is what you need to be away from your hectic schedule and busy lifestyle. Spa is a place to get-away-from-it-all. If you need to take a much-needed break to refresh your body and mind, spa in Bali is the place to go. Bali has plenty of spas from the cheapest to the most expensive ones, which have views-to-die-for. There are spas overlook the ocean, built surrounded by terrace rice field overlooking pristine river valley. Spas in Ubud are worth exploring, you will be dazzled by the spa treatments and the views all at once, and it is truly well worth the price.

Being pampered by the skillful and seasoned therapists’ hands is another portrayal about Bali spa experience. Apart from that, the other spas are also worth checking out; especially the ones that use organic products used made using the natural spices and plants, such as olive oil, organic coconut and organic palm oil, organic herbs, aromatherapy essential oils and exotic fruit oils. Now, the most indulging experiences are waiting for you, to revive your body and all the senses. After having the spa treatments, your body and mind will be fully recharged and you will be ready to face the world again.

Bali Villas Offers Privacy and Security

Bali islands which are famously known as ‘The Island of God’ is one of the most visited tourist destinations worldwide. Its exquisite white sand beaches, clear blue sky, vast sea, pleasant tropical weather and tourist friendly people attracts thousands of tourists from all parts of the world. Due to these specific reasons Bali islands are recognized as the world’s best island by the prestigious International Travel Magazine. Travel data shows that Bali islands played host to more than 1.4 million tourists from all over the world in the year 2008. Although due to huge tourism Bali islands have a huge number of hotels, resorts and villas; yet none of them matches the Bali villas in comfort and price.

Recently a critical situation took place in Bali islands when the world famous hotel chains, the J.W. Marriot Hotel and the Ritz Carlton Hotel were targeted by terrorist and the existence of a bomb in the Kuningan region of Jakarta came to light. After the security forces evacuated the hotels, the tourist staying in them had to move to the nearby local hotels. But an interesting thing occurred too. The tourists choose nearby Bali villas to spend the night.

If you are holidaying with a group of your friends or family and relatives then staying in a villa the best options as it feels like ‘Home away from Home’. Many people especially tourists consider villa to be a symbol for luxury and comfort. However you will be surprised to know that a residential villa might actually save you money as it is cheaper than hotels; especially in case you are in a group. These villas provide unmatched comfort and a sense of security as compared to hotels. In a villa, an ‘All day breakfast’ is actually an all day breakfast. In case you are looking for greater luxury you can opt for luxury villas which give every imaginable comfort to its residents.

Hence, if you making plans for touring Bali islands during your coming vacation, then instead of the common hotels and resorts, try out the experience of staying in a 5-star luxury villa. Its peaceful, calm ambience, impeccable service and green lush surroundings will make sure that you enjoy your holidays to the fullest. Besides, a residential villa provides flexible services suited to customers’ needs like you can check out or check in any time you like. Sounds a small favour? Try this in a 5 start resort and hear their explanations.

Budget Rental Villas in Bali

Bali Island is one of the most beautiful spots in world and an important tourist destination. People, from all parts of world, flock to this island to experience its unique tropical climate and pleasant weather. You will be treated to highly developed arts, including dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking and music of Bali which are famous all over the world. So if you are thinking of vacationing at these islands which are also known as "Paradise Islands", you can rent a private villa and enjoy a peaceful, revitalizing retreat that soothes you soul and nurtures your body.

Renting a villa is one of the best way to go, if you are looking to tour Bali, whatever may be your budget. Renting a villa especially if you are with your family or in a group saves you from various unnecessary expenses. Rental villas are very affordable and the best thing is that they do not comprise on quality. You can have luxury as well as affordability by residing at a private villa in Bali. A villa offers you more space as compared to hotel rooms at lower price. You are also spared from hefty tips, taxes and service charges in Bali which can be a big drain on your pocket. Besides while residing in a villa you can use its kitchen for cooking. A vacation in the Bali budget villas would be a good gift for your friends and family.

These budget villas are designed to make all guests happy. Each Bali budget villa has professional, caring and friendly staffs that make your stay memorable. You can also pamper yourself with excellent spa services like Body massage which will revitalize you. You get an opportunity to have a hand-on experience of the Balinese way of life which makes your tour more meaningful and an enriching experience. You have an opportunity to experience the tranquillity of Bali’s exquisite beauty, not possible any other way.

So after you make your vacation plans and decide your budgets you just have to browse for an appropriate budget villa where you are going to spend your vacation. After this you can relax as all your needs will be taken care of by the villa’s staff. Bali budget villas provide the unique advantage of quality and affordable prices. Hence they are at the top of the list in the minds of people who travel to this beautiful destination.

Bali for the Family

A Bali villa vacation is just right for the family. Private Villas are luxurious and spacious, offering many amenities for your whole family to enjoy. The island paradise of Bali offers amazing views and scenery, fun excursions for the parents and a plethora of ways to amuse the children.

Your luxury accommodation in a beautiful villa is just the beginning of you Bali adventure. You can bask by your private pool from your beautiful deck; or just relax indoors. And when it’s time for a bit of exploration and fun, you can sample the many exotic flavors of Bali. The island has a rich cultural heritage which is visible everywhere. There are over 20,000 palaces and temples. You can experience many colorful ceremonies and festivals, music, drama and dance. From the Legong, Kecak and Fire dancing to dolphin watching and horseback riding along the beach, Bali has so much to offer.

You children can enjoy themselves at Waterbom Park Bali with rides suited to all ages; there are also family adventures to take with the selection of boats and cruises to choose from. Take a walk on the wilder side with you family and explore the elephant safari park.

There are many different excursions and guided tours which you can take by coach, bike, boat, private car or air plane. You will get to see Bali’s magnificent beaches and rice terraces and marvel at Lake Batur and its active volcano. For a really special experience, take a helicopter tour over Legian, Kuta, Nusa Dua, Ubud and the temples of Uluwatu and Tanah Lot. The helicopter tours and private charters are for 3 to 6 passengers.

However you and your family decide to visit Bali, you are sure to take home memories that will stay with you and enrich your imaginations for years to come.

Bali Villas - Luxurious Choices

Bali offers a rich Indonesian culture, many exciting experiences and luxurious rental villas to fit every desire and every budget.

The beaches of Canggu are famed surfer’s havens; villas in Canggu have easy access to beautiful Bali beaches. Within a short 40 minutes of Ngurah Rai International Airport and only 20 minutes from Legian or Kuta, the villas of Canggu are conveniently situated for excitement and adventure. A modest budget will appreciate Villa Tandeg Kecil as it offers a stunning three-villa complex with a lovely combination of Asian and European design. For a more luxurious experience, Villa Sungai Tinggi is a welcome retreat from tourist Bali with its sloping grounds filled with fragrant frangipani trees and coconut palms.

Oberoi Bali, situated in Kuta, is simply enchanting. With the rich selection of exciting excursions from shopping centers to nightlife locales, Oberoi is an exquisite choice for your next holiday in Bali. The night market and fine restaurant dining will give you an experience you will not soon forget. Comprised of three separate pavilions, Villa Cottage Place defines Balinese design. With its beautiful tropical garden and spacious open plan living areas you will find it an island dream. For extra extravagance, Villa Aqua provides a captivating blend of privacy, luxury, party facilities, recreation, and exemplary service.

For a Bali holiday worth remembering, consider Villas in Nusa Dua Bali. Only 25 minutes drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport and a conveniently located conventional hall, Nusa Dua Bali is perfect for business and pleasure; you will also enjoy the beautiful white sand beaches and the excitement of its shopping center. For a romantic getaway, Villa Bali Becik is the perfect destination for couples. This is one of the few villas in Bali that offer white sand right at your doorstep. Located on Bali’s elegant Sanur beach, Villa Shanti is surrounded by a lush tropical garden and is within walking distance from exciting Sanur.

With so many choices for an affordable luxury holiday in Bali, from location to amenities, the decision of where to spend your time can be quite difficult.

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