Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Amed Beach

Amed Beach East Bali is everything you dreamed it would be: a rare and special paradise of outstanding exotic beauty, vibrant culture and friendly people. Here you can finally find peace and quiet, enjoy great food and take advantage of comfortable and inexpensive accommodation.
From the beach, Amed offers an excellent site for training dives. It has a flat bottom lagoon for instruction and a coral reef only 5 minutes swim away.
This location is highly recommended for introductory dives. By boat, Amed has a nice wall dive just a few minutes away. It is a fun, easy dive for everyone. Snorkeling and diving off the black-sand beaches here is exceptional, the variety and numbers of fish on display are among the best on Bali and the water temperature is a constant 28 degrees. Schools of cardinal fish, triggerfish, black snappers, pyramid butterflies, banner fish, and damselfish can be seen on the sand slopes, while table corals, big fan gorgonians, and magnificent stag horn Acropora and Dendronephthya trees, dense growths of sponges, crinoids, and sea fans are commonly found within 20 meters of shore.
Cemuluk, on a protected bay, is an ideal place to begin snorkeling. Four kilometres further south along the coast is Banyuning, where there's a small wreck and some of the most beautiful coral gardens to be seen anywhere in the Lesser Sundas. The water is a little deeper here and sometimes there is a slight swell, so this area suits people with experience.

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Good Driver

5 of 5 starsReviewed December 9, 2014NEW

Mr Gede was our guide on the second day of our trip. He is very punctual. It is a good thing he is very fluent in english so we got good info on the places we were visiting. It is very convenient and comfortable that he has his oqn air conditioned car. Just in case he is not available, he makes sure there is a good proxy for him, but I very much prefer he do the tour. We got to see a lot of temples, a waterfall, a rice terrace and lots more. On our last day we he gave us Bali coffee, which tastes great btw. If you want to visit Bali and want to know more about the island I would recommend this guy. He has reasonable rates.

Sunday, November 30, 2014

Recommended

5 of 5 starsReviewed November 19, 2014
Gede has a very thorough knowledge of Bali and he showed us a lot of beautiful things in Bali. We started booking him for one tour (Uluwatu Tour) and we ended up booking him for 4 days in total. He was always punctual, knew good places to eat, took us to every hotspot..

He speaks English very well so it never really gets awkward in the car. Gede drives safe and comfortable which was very appreciated by my wife as she can get car sick when driving the mountains.

Overall, we had a wonderful experience with Gede and I would definitely recommend him to anyone visiting Bali.

Visited November 2014

Monday, November 17, 2014

Great Service

5 of 5 starsReviewed November 17, 2014NEW
We had good times in Bali in June 2014. We engaged Gede as our driver and he is honest, nice and very responsive in replying email. He will recommend pretty nice place base on your preference and see how it could fit into your itinerary if you do not have any places to go in mind. Out of which, I...More 
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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 starsReviewed November 16, 2014NEW
I came to Bali twice this year, both times engaging with Gede and his team's service. They are very courteous, pricing is competitive (usually better than other companies), and his team speaks relatively good english. I've been driven by Gede and Agus (they are relatives), and they are both pretty good. I highly recommend his service!
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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 starsReviewed November 13, 2014NEW
I had booked Gede for a day to sightsee in Bali. His service was excellent and his standard of English is good in comparison to many drivers we had. He suggested places to travel and was friendly towards us.

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Memorable Experience

5 of 5 starsReviewed November 5, 2014NEW
I had visited Bali on October 2014 with a family of 4 and my experience with Gede driving service was excellent.

We made the reservation from the email and his response was timely, efficient and polite.

- He made our itinerary according to our demands
- Kindly suggest alternative place if he thought that there will be some unpleasantness in the attraction (e.g. Bekasih temple). We still go at the end as we are already aware of what the situation is like there
- Always maintaned his sympathy and good manners (even the longest days of the tour)
- Timely and professional

So I reccomend Gede services to anyone, Thank you for helping make our trip a unique experience!!

Visited October 2014

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Reliable and helpful

4 of 5 starsReviewed October 27, 2014NEW
We used Gede as our main transporter and tour guide throughout our one week stay in Bali. In my opinion, you will not regret to use him. Courteous, knowledgeable and helpful. Unfortunately, he had to be away to perform the temple duty on one day and he assigned another younger driver who is friendly and courteous but lack the experience of a mature tour guide like Gede. Gede help you almost every step. Guide you till the door, recommend nice places but also advise against those unpleasant touristic place. I recommend him because I can rely on him. Insist on him only.
Visited September 2014
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Banting, Selangor, Malaysia
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5 of 5 starsReviewed October 20, 2014
I went to Bali with my girlfriend on this October 2014 and we chose Gede as our trip driver + tour guide ^.^He is a super awesome & friendly driver ever which took us for 5 days 4 night trip in Bali. The best things from Gede is he help us took the picture with his DSLR camera and gave us the picture for free together with the CD. I want thanks to him that gave us the most memorable picture in Bali and his photography skill is definitely in pro level. All are beautiful picture. Gede is a very flexible guy that we can choose for our own itinerary and he arranged for us. In some of the attractions, he will let us known the people or things to be careful. Example, the monkey and the people who sell the things. He is a patient guy that can wait us until finish the daily itinerary even exceed the limit hours of tours. Gede also is a reliable guy that will not always talking about the money and he will gave us the reasonable price for the tours. The food that the Gede bring us go was great and nice. At the end, I want to thanks to Gede give us a memorable Bali Trips~
Visited October 2014

Friday, October 10, 2014

Many thing you can do in Bali.

what to do in Bali ?
With so much to do available in this spectacular holiday destination, choosing what to do in Bali can sometimes be a challenge. There are a great range of Bali tours and activities to suit everyone, whether you simply want to enjoy the great outdoors, indulge your sense of adventure, take in the breathtaking architecture of Bali's famous temples, or soak up this rich ancient culture. However you want to spend your time on the island, there are a wide range of Bali tourist attractions to suit you.

Outdoor
When thinking about what to do in Bali, the first thing that comes to mind is enjoying the beautiful beaches, fantastic weather, crystal clear waters and amazing rice paddies that cover the island. Snorkelling and scuba diving are a particularly popular way to explore the tropical waters of Bali however if you're up for a bit of adventure, white water rafting is also a lot of fun. However, if you prefer to simply relax, there are a number of scenic beaches where you can sit back and work on your tan.

Nature
Bali is renowned for its stunning natural environment where lush jungle and vibrant rice paddies meet a shimmering sea. However, just off the beaches there are a number of amazing natural attractions to be found including the Kintamani Volcano, Tampak Siring, Elephant Caves Temple, Bat Cave Temple, Tirta Gangga Water Palace and more in East Bali. Enjoying breathtaking views from the tops of Bali's mountainous terrain, these Bali tourist attractions are most easily accessed with a tour group.

Temples
Another of the iconic Bali tourist attractions are the ornate and beautifully decorated sacred temples that are scattered across the island. Offering some amazing photo opportunities, these temples provide an insight into the religious underpinnings of the Balinese culture. Visit the Besakih Mother Temple and Ubud as well as the Ubud and Tanah Lot Temples or, further southwest, Pura Luhur, the Uluwatu Temple and Jimbaran Bay. Best viewed on a tour, a rich history is etched into these captivating temples.

Culture
The unique culture of the Balinese people is a very compelling part of its popularity as a holiday destination and exploring this fascinating way of life is one of the things that should be top of your list for what to do in Bali. Bedugul and Tanah Lot are home to a number of interesting sacred sites while Singaraja in the north of Bali is home to royal temples, flower markets and cheeky monkey's that epitomise the spirit of Bali. However Ubud is considered the cultural hub of Bali and offers the heart and soul of Bali's arts, culture, local crafts and markets.

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

South Bali

SOUTH BALI, PLAYGROUND IN THE SUN

South Bali is the most popular part of Bali and is where all the foreign tourists converge and where the action is. The best of Bali is displayed here, from Denpasar urban attractions to Nusa Dua exclusivity and Kuta scenic white sand beaches. Here is where most of the islands action takes place: shopping, relaxing in the sun and the vibrant and, at times, raucous nightlife. There are countless restaurants, bars, nightclubs and hotels of varying standards and budget to suit travelers from all market segments.

PLACES TO GO, THINGS TO DO



Kuta
If you go to South Bali and not visit Kuta, even for a few hours, then you will miss the very essence of what Bali is for this fun-filled city is the very essence of Bali. A once sleepy village on the road to the capital city of Denpasar, Kuta has evolved into a thriving tourist resort, especially among the young. Many avid surfers come to Kuta for its magnificent waves, although the strong currents make the sea less suitable for swimming.

The village has a wide range of accommodation to suit the super duper rich in the elegant villa and five star luxury resorts to budget hotels and simple hostels and home stays. The town is choc a bloc with discotheques, clubs, restaurants, shops and every imaginable facility for tourists. One of the common services available in Kuta, and in most other beach destinations in Bali, is massage on the beach – masseurs rejuvenating your body while you lie back and bask in the sun. Culture is evident in the nightly performances of Balinese music and traditional dances staged specially for tourists. As Kuta faces west over the Straits of Bali it offers visitors the best sunset on the island.

Legian
Situated just next to Kuta, Legian beach is more laid-back compared to its bustling neighbor in the south. As Legian is not directly accessible by any public access road it is relatively quieter and more peaceful. The best way to explore this beach is on foot. Apart from its gorgeous beach Legian also offers one of the most stunning sunsets in Bali. There is also good surfing.

Seminyak
Located north of Kuta and Legian, Seminyak is an up market resort with luxury accommodation and high-end shopping complexes, restaurants, bar and clubs. It is reputed as the spa and boutique shopping centre in Bali.



Canggu
Located about 15 minutes drive from central Kuta, Canggu is popular with surfers as it has larger swells than those at Kuta and its sandy beach make this the haunt of foreign tourists and expatriates living in Bali. Canggu is picturesque and tranquil with green rice fields reaching right down to the beach. It is not as upscale as Seminyak and offers affordable accommodation.

Kerobokan, a short distance from the centre of Legian, Seminyak and Denpasar, is another place that offers peace and serenity. It is a tranquil area surrounded by rice fields and is an ideal base from which to explore the rest of Bali. Nearby are furniture and handicraft shops that sell the goods at wholesale prices. It is a nice quiet place to rest and relax in resorts and hotels close by. For those who want some sun and sand they can go to Batu Belig and Legian Beach, which is about five minutes drive away. Kerobokan also known as the expatriate community area because of many expatriate who live and work in Bali often stay and play around in the area.

Sanur
Sanur is Bali’s oldest upscale resort area and is a mature beachside town. It has an abundance of restaurants and accommodation, but it is quiet and a great place to have a relaxing holiday. In price range it is cheaper than Seminyak and more expensive than Kuta. Its palm-lined, white sand beach facing the Indian Ocean is considered one of the best in Bali and is ideal for a wide variety of activities.

Sanur serenity appeals mostly to middle-aged and older families, especially Europeans, and to families. It has many good hotels, restaurants, shops and other tourist facilities and is only a short distance from Denpasar. It is also full of spa’s offering treatments steeped in Balinese tradition and a day in the spa is a highly recommended activity. Nearby are ancient temples and local villages where its inhabitants still practice age-old customs and culture.



Nusa Dua
The Nusa Dua tourist belt has some of the most scenic beaches and luxurious beautiful resorts in South Bali. Its beaches are clean, the sea crystal clear and the surf perfect for surfing. It also has some of the best golf courses on the island. As well as a host of luxury hotels, Nusa Dua is home to the main convention centre in Bali. Spas also abound in Nusa Dua and a traditional Balinese massage and spa treatment is one of the must-do activities in Nusa Dua.

Jimbaran
Jimbaran village is on the narrow neck of Bali Island with two remarkably different beaches. On the west, Jimbaran Beach faces the Jimbaran Bay lined by new luxurious resorts. On the east the beach faces the body of water sheltered by Tanjung Benoa (Benoa Peninsula).

Jimbaran is known for its fresh seafood, and seafood restaurants abound along the beach. Diners choose the live seafood and it is cooked immediately, usually grilled over a fire of coconut husks. It also has some of Bali’s best five star hotels and resorts, as well as high-end villas, the latter usually perched on ridges high above Jimbaran Bay. Shopping here is a delight as there are a number of chic and exclusive boutiques. However, it is not a place for nightlife. Visitors come to Jimbaran for its tranquility, the fine white sandy beaches and the beautiful sunset.

The traditional Jimbaran fish market at the northern end of the bay and next to the beach is worth a visit. Fishermen bring in their catch early in the morning and they display them on the beach for customers, most of whom are from Bali’s fine dining restaurants.

Tanjung Benoa
Tanjung Benoa, a former fishing village and an old dock, is today lined with deluxe hotels and resorts. Within walking distance from Nusa Dua the peninsula is popular with tourists in the search for water sports as it has one of the one of the most beautiful beaches in Bali with grey-white sand instead of the white sandy beaches found elsewhere on the island. The peninsula has a rustic village atmosphere with a landscape filled with numerous coconut groves and a Buddhist temple perched on its northern edge.

Tanjung Benoa is also famous for its seafood and seafood restaurants, which offer spectacular views of the Nusa Penida cliffs across the Badung Strait. Just offshore is Serangan, commonly known as Turtle Island, the site of a sacred Sakenan temple dating back to the 16th century. The reef, lying 200 meters off the peninsula’s northeast tip, has a rich marine life with a large variety of colorful, tropical fish.

Friday, September 26, 2014

white water rafting

Rafting or white water rafting is the recreational outdoor activity of using an inflatable raft to navigate a river or other bodies of water. This is often done on white water or different degrees of rough water, in order to thrill and excite the raft passengers. The development of this activity as a leisure sport has become popular since the mid-1970s, evolving from individuals paddling 10 feet (3.0 m) rafts with double-bladed paddles to multi-person rafts propelled by single-bladed paddles and steered by a tour guide at the stern. It is considered an extreme sport, and can be fatal.

Otherwise known as the International Scale of River Difficulty, below are the six grades of difficulty in white water rafting. They range from simple to very dangerous and potential death or serious injuries.

Grade 1: Very small rough areas, might require slight maneuvering. (Skill level: very basic)
Grade 2: Some rough water, maybe some rocks, might require some maneuvering. (Skill level: basic paddling skill)
Grade 3: Whitewater, small waves, maybe a small drop, but no considerable danger. May require significant maneuvering.
Grade 4: Whitewater, medium waves, maybe rocks, maybe a considerable drop, sharp maneuvers may be needed.
Grade 5: Whitewater, large waves, large volume, possibility of large rocks and hazards, possibility of a large drop, requires precise maneuvering.
Grade 6: Class 6 rapids are considered to be so dangerous that they are effectively unnavigable on a reliably safe basis. Rafters can expect to encounter substantial whitewater, huge waves, huge rocks and hazards, and/or substantial drops that will impart severe impacts beyond the structural capacities and impact ratings of almost all rafting equipment. Traversing a Class 6 rapid has a dramatically increased likelihood of ending in serious injury or death compared to lesser classes.

Thursday, September 25, 2014

More Bali Driving Tips

More Bali Driving Tips :
There are some important points to remember while driving in Bali. It is not unusual for cars and bikes to swerve into your lane without
indication. Because there are often obstacles such as parked cars or the ever present procession of “Bakso” sellers (soup food carts) on
the sides of the road, a system of "sharing lanes" has developed, it‟s not unusual to find 4 lanes on a 2 lane road. Quite often red traffic
lights are considered "only as a suggestion" and there are a few lights where traffic in the left lane may turn or continue straight through
whilst the light is red. Remember to "hoot" your horn when overtaking or going around curves on mountainous roads as it is very
common to drive in the middle of the road here. There are a lot of one way roads in Bali. If you miss your turn off you may have to drive
quite a distance before being able to turn back.
It is not recommended to drive at night especially the road to Gilimanuk where the ferry to Java commences. Truck drivers to and from
Java are notorious for overtaking on corners. Obstacles such as pot holes or road construction is often marked only by a leafy tree
branch. By the time you think "what's that there for?" you could well be in a deep pothole or ditch! So always be alert and prepared for
the unexpected to happen !!!

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Super awesome pak gede!!

4 of 5 starsReviewed September 18, 2014 NEWvia mobile
Our trip to bali is genuinely a unique experience, something that's well worth the effort..though we missed our flight n had to rebooked. pak gede was our assigned supir n being extremely professional sets  him apart from the others.he took us around bali delving into Bali remarkable culture. And to must have souvenirs shops like intricate wood carvings and painting.thank you pak gede for making our trip memorable..

Visited September 2014

Monday, September 15, 2014

“Highly Recommend”

5 of 5 starsReviewed September 14, 2014NEW
Was in Bali for a few days in September with my parents and a work colleague recommended Gede to drive us around. It's first time I've organized a trip for my parents so I was a bit nervous that things may not turn out so smooth.
Luckily I had great time in Bali - major thanks to Gede.
He knows the places well, gave us more than what we bargained for by loading us with interest facts about Bali whilst driving. Gede is fluent with English after all his time in dealing with foreign tourists. Gede's a great at taking pictures too! He gave a tour of Uluwuatu and looked out for monkeys whilst we were too preoccupied with taking photos.
I can't wait to go back in the near future knowing that we'll have a reliable driver
Thanks Gede and see you soon.

Visited September 2014

Tuesday, September 2, 2014

Bali Trip..

A trip to Bali is not really complete without visiting at least one temple. The island has over 20,000 pura (temples in Balinese) and even though it’s impossible to visit them all, a few of them are really worth the time and effort. Plus, many of them are close to each other, so you can visit several in one day. I visited these five temples over two days and managed to see rice terraces, a butterfly farm and other Bali sights, too.

How to dress : Remember to bring a sarong if you visit a temple. Most temple guards will ask that you cover up your shoulders and ankles, but if you’re wearing pants and a tee, there shouldn’t be a problem. If you don’t have a sarong, you can borrow one for free at most temples. At Besakih, it’s included in your entrance fee so don’t let anyone there convince you otherwise. Unfortunately, the place is crammed with people trying to rip you off!

Prices : Visiting a Balinese temple is cheap (cost is between $1-3), but there are different prices for foreigners and locals. You can find the prices below.

How to get there : There are three main ways to see the temples. You either sign up for a group tour, you rent a driver (what I did) or you rent a scooter. The latter is definitely the cheapest, but sitting on a scooter all day is probably not the most comfortable way to enjoy Bali’s temples. Remember, if you bring a few friends, you can split the costs which makes it a lot cheaper.

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Great Tour Guide

5 of 5 starsReviewed August 19, 2014NEW

We recently spent two weeks in Bali and again used Gede Suyasa as our driver and guide. Before the trip, Gede helped us develop our itinerary and choose hotels/resorts to stay. Gede is absolutely prompt, dependable, honest, patient and helpful. He offers good advice, but also listens to what we want to do, what interests us, and then helped us achieve those things. For example, we like real Indonesian food rather than the watered down variety you get in most tourist places, so Gede took us to, or recommended warungs or restaurants we could find what we wanted. We stayed in three different places, and our trips between were fascinating tours through towns, sites of interest, and countryside, where possible on back roads that could avoid traffic. Where we couldn't avoid traffic, we still had an insight into Balinese life and could talk about all kinds of issues. Our one-day tours were enjoyable. We really like Gede and always recommend him to our friends.

5 of 5 starsReviewed August 18, 2014NEW
Gede is not just a driver, but a great tour guide. My experience with him was wonderful and very informational. He not only takes you on day trips throughout Bali, but teaches you about the history of the Balinese people.

Gede is very trustworthy, dependable, humble, and very pleasant to be around. He speaks English very well and will recommend different places for you to visit. The itinerary depends on the places you want to visit and he will ensure you get adequate time to do everything on the trip.

I had Gede for a two day trip, which was extraordinary! If you are looking for someone to show you Bali on your own terms, look no further because Gede is your tour guide!

Friday, August 8, 2014

Great Driver

5 of 5 starsReviewed August 6, 2014NEW

Great car, friendly driver who didn't get irritated with us even though we didn't know which art market we wanted to go to in sukawati, and then we got lost trying to find him again. He was so understanding and also happy to adjust mid drive when we kept changing our minds. In short, great driver!

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Reliable driver

5 of 5 starsReviewed July 29, 2014NEW

As any prudent 1st time tourist will do, I scanned the Trip Advisor looking for reliable and proven driver/guide to drive my family around Bali during our week long vacation in June 14. The myraid of choices were indeed mind boggling! After reading through pages after pages of reviews, I finally selected Mr Gede as my driver/guide. And I think that was one of the best decision I made for the trip! The price charged by Mr Gede might not be the cheapest nor the most expensive, they were reasonable and worth every cent!

I booked 3 full days tour (up to 10 hours per day) with Mr Gede and he kindly threw in a free airport to hotel transfer. How nice! On arrival at the Bali airport, Mr Gede stood among hundreds of other drivers who held up name cards at the arrival meeters hall, and the experience was quite overwhelming as we need to look for our name on a tiny A4 size paper! It could be Mr Gede's experience, he quickly identified my family and ushered us to his brand new Suzuki APV. During the short 5 mins drive from the airport to my hotel at Kuta, I felt more assured of my choice as through our conversation, I could tell that Mr Gede is really a typical down to earth and friendly Balinese family man!

During the 3 days tour, Mr Gede was always punctual, friendly, and along with his keen sense of direction (as if he had swallowed a mobile GPS), he traversed the narrow roads in Bali like a pro! When asked how can he drive in such a chaotic environment, he told us in a very 'Zen' like manner 'to drive in Bali, you must flow with the traffic like water flowing in a river' Wow!

During one of the days, my daughter ran a high fever and we have no choice but to call Mr Gede to cancel our day tour. As we were only an hour from the pick up time, he could have charged me for the day's fare or maybe half instead he did none of that and expressed his concern for my daughter. My wife and I were really touched by Mr Gede's kindness!

In short, Mr Gede showed us the true meaning of Balinese style hospitality and I have no qualms recommending him to any 1st time tourists or returning tourists to Bali and did I also said that he is also very good with young children! 

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Sanur



Despite being Bali's oldest beachside town, Sanur remains an upmarket area with an abundance of holiday resorts and restaurants. Sanur features a wide range of natural, cultural and historical attractions while still offering the fantastic shopping opportunities and stunning beaches that Bali is renowned for. The laidback atmosphere of this region has made it one of Bali's popular holiday destinations for visitors wanting to get away from the bustling party atmosphere of central Bali.

The attractions of Sanur are centred around rich experiences and the vibrant culture. The Le Mayeur Museum is dedicated to the life works of famous Belgian impressionist Adrian Jean Le Mayeur who used to call Sanur home. The area is also known for the colourful giant kites that decorate the skies and are celebrated each July at the Annual International Kite Festival. Traditional Balinese kites of up to 10 metres long are handmade and flown in the competition by teams from local villages. If you aren't visiting during July you can still see the teams practicing flying their kites throughout the year.

The Pura Blanjong (Blanjong Temple) is one of Sanur's most sacred temples and is a must see on any Bali holiday. Home to the stone pillar bearing the Prasati Blanjong historical inscription by a 10th century Javanese king, who is said to have ordained the first formal government in Bali. This is Bali's oldest known artifact and is particularly significant to the local people, hence the temple's grand scale.

For exploring the local area, the cycle path along the paved beachfront is ideal both on a bicycle or on foot. A 5 kilometre stretch of scenic pathway, the trail extends from Jalan Hangtuan's main beach in the north to Jalan Mertasari in the south. Offering excellent photo opportunities as well as a great range of shopping and dining, the path is particularly popular in the mornings. Sanur's local night markets are a fantastic way to wind up your day while sampling some of the region's best local produce.

The weather here is relatively warm year in and year out with daytime average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 33°C (68°F to 93°F). December to March experiences a more humid climate that is characterised by heavy showers from the west monsoon although most days remain sunny with heavy but brief showers later in the day. June to September has less humidity and temperatures tend to fall, particularly at night.

Navigating the streets of Sanur is made simple by the myriad of bicycle, motorbike and car rental facilities available. Metered taxis also frequent the streets so you will never get caught short. For a more authentic experience you can try your luck with a local bemo (bus) but these services are infrequent making them difficult to rely on. Walking is an excellent way to explore Sanur as nothing is ever too far away, the streets are fairly safe and the paved walkways make discovering the island easy.

Saturday, July 12, 2014

Kehen Temple



Kehen Temple is a beautiful Hindu temple located in foothills, south part of Bangli Regency and it is about 45 Km from Denpasar town. Inside of this temple are, there is Panyimpenan Temple building keep 3 inscriptions which is relating to its contents and temple existence. It is strategically located in the high land, so we can see the beautiful view. It is a famous temple in Bali and many visitors from foreign country has visited it.

The existence of the inscription at Kehen Temple can be explained as follows:

Kehen Temple Inscription ‘A' is mentioning the existence of 3 sanctums those are Hyang Api, Hyang Tanda, and Hyang Karimama
Kehen Temple Inscription ‘B' from 11 century is mentioning the empire functionary that is the Senapati Kuturan pu Kandara and it elaborate with the anathema words in oath
The Inscription from 13 century (year 1204 M) is mentioning Hyang Kehen and Hyang Wukir. At the moment Hyang Kehen is equal to Kehen Temple and Hyang Wukir is Puncak Bukit Bangli Temple.
It is one of Monarchic Temple, The temple under the aegis of king while ceremony execution and construction is delivered to local countryside custom
As a sanctum which is used as a altar (oath) for empire functionary who disloyal to his obligation will incur the Sapata or very horrible anathema. The function of Kehen Temple as sanctum in execution of oath ceremony is supported by the existence of a circumlocutory canister by 4 dragon tails which is called canister Sarpantaka. Nowadays, the canister is placed in a building in form of Gedong
Worshiping supremacy Siwa God in the form of Eka Dasa Rudra utilizes to request the godsend to the good human life and universe for blessing of fertile life, secure, prosperous and peaceful.
The structure of Kehen Temple yard is arranged to have a terrace and it shows the existence of tradition megalithic which is continued as a symbol from the existence of mount that is one of the fertility sources. The temple festival can be divided into 2 types those are Piodalan Ceremony which is executed every 6 month, that is on Wednesday Keliwon Sinta (Balinese Calendar) and Ngusaba Ceremony which is executed every 5 years.(BTN/Ibp)

Friday, June 27, 2014

Awesome service,highly reccomended

5 of 5 starsReviewed June 26, 2014NEW
Thanks heaps again for the two days spent with you, your help and understanding was highly appreciated.

Gede driving skills were also a plus, a smooth and comfortable ride, bali roads are crazy so it made our experience a lot better than previous tours we had been on. Gedes knowledge and honesty of Bali was both helpful and informative. We have recommended you to our friends and hope you hear from them next month. Also we were able to get the buffalo head into Australia through customs with out any problems so we were over the moon. We have since found them on eBay selling for approx $600 au so over the moon on our purchase.

Visited June 2014

Friday, June 20, 2014

Tanah Lot The Most Favorite Tourist Destination

Tanah Lot The Most Favorite Tourist DestinationTanah Lot located in Beraban village, Tabanan regency, 18 kilometer to the west from Denpasar, is the most favorite location in Bali both for the domestic and foreign tourists. The tourists love to see the two temples built on the big rock and the other one on the cliff.

Tanah Lot Temple is a part of Sad Kahyangan Temple, one of big temples on the island. Tanah Lot location managed professionally so that tourist would love to visit the place as the road is good, the parking lot is wide and its environment arranged beautifully. Out of many tourism objects in Bali, Tanah Lot gets high demand from both domestic and foreign tourists and it is the most crowded place visited by tourists.

Tourism Department of Bali Province recorded that the number of tourists both from Indonesia and overseas visited Tanah Lot in the last five years is still the highest. The number of tourists coming to Tanah Lot in 2012 was 2.577. 299 people consist of 1,649,655 domestic tourists and 927.644 foreigners and in 2013 was 2.842.281 people consist of 1.805.193 domestic tourists and 1.037.088 foreigners, it increased at 10.28 percent.

It is reasonable that Tanah Lot gets the most visited tourist attraction, said Made Sudiana, a local guide, besides its location is near from the tourism center in Kuta and Nusa Dua, in here the tourists could enjoy the beach view and temple, which none in the world could compete. Moreover, this tourist attraction offers arts performance in the form of ‘kecak’ for tourists with the background of ocean and temple view. (BTN/015)

Sunday, June 8, 2014

Wonderful holiday in Bali

5 of 5 starsReviewed June 7, 2014NEW
Great service from Mr. Gede. His charges is reasonable and importantly reliable!

He is a great and careful driver, also take good care of my family during the whole trip.
I am travelling with my 2 young kids and he took good care of them all the time.
He shared a lot of Balinese culture with us and the whole trip was so fantastic!

Thank you so much Mr. Gede and all the best to you!!

Visited June 2014

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Top tips to avaoid methanol poisoning

It can ruin holidays, and end lives - but being armed with a few simple tips can help travellers minimise the risk of methanol poisoning.


Beware: If the cocktails seem ridiculously cheap, you’re probably better to steer clear.
Beware: If the cocktails seem ridiculously cheap, you’re probably better to steer clear. Source: ThinkStock

Top tips to avoid methanol poisoning

But the risk of methanol poisoning isn’t confined to Bali, a travel expert has warned.

It’s also common in other parts of the world, including Eastern Europe, travel safety specialist Phil Sylvester from Travel Insurance Direct says.

But in Bali, arak - or Balinese moonshine - is the most well known source of methanol poisoning.

Just a small amount of methanol could send you blind, and a decent shot could kill you, Mr Sylvester says. In 2009, 25 people were killed by one single batch.

The symptoms of methanol poisoning can start immediately, with headaches, dizziness, amnesia and drowsiness. The next symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, blurred vision, hallucinations, seeing skin over your eyes, snowstorms, dancing spots and flashes of light.

When it comes to avoiding the risk the obvious answer is to steer clear of drinking altogether, but Mr Sylvester admits that’s not practical advice.

“We recognise that people are on holidays and are going to have a few drinks. We’re not wowsers about that,” he said.

He recommends avoiding drinks labelled as arak, but being aware of other drinks that may be laced with the cheaper spirit.

“A bar owner concerned only about profit will lace the drinks with the cheaper stuff,” he says.

“It’s hard to say don’t drink crazy cocktails in Bali, but good rule of thumb is if the drinks seem ludicrously cheap, even for Bali, it’s not a good idea.”

Mr Sylvester warns that from a travel insurance perspective, intentionally drinking to excess can leave you in the lurch when it comes to claiming.

“When something goes wrong when you’re on holidays - if it’s as a direct result of being drunk, you’re probably not going to be covered,” he said.

“But methanol poisoning can affect you with just one drink - so it’s very likely you would be covered.”


The new observational-documentary series What Really Happens In Bali gives a no-holds-barred look at what really goes down in Australia's favourite tourist destination. The series is narrated by Corinne Grant. Courtesy Channel Seven.
Phil Sylvester’s top tips to avoid methanol poisoning:

1. Don’t drink arak. Even the official stuff can be adulterated.

2. Don’t drink spirits (including cocktails). While this is hard, it is the only way to be certain no local substitutes have been used. If you are going to drink spirits buy the whole bottle of a brand you know, make sure it’s sealed and open it yourself to share with friends. Or, drink beer!

3. If you start to feeling any symptoms get yourself to hospital as soon as possible.

4. Know and understand the signs of methanol poisoning for yourself and any friends:

- Difficulty breathing

- Blurred vision

- Agitation

- Dizziness

- Stomach pain

5. Be aware of methanol drink spiking across the globe. It is not unique to Bali, but also pretty common in Eastern Europe.

Recent incidents involving Australian tourists in Bali:

• Tess Mettam, from Perth, became ill and went blind for two days after drinking two cocktails at a Kuta Bar in December.

• Perth teenager Liam Davies, 19, died after drinking a methanol-laced cocktail on the Island of Lombok on New Year’s Day, 2013.

• Two 18-year-old Australians, a male and a female, were blinded after drinking cocktails during separate schoolies trips to Bali in November and December 2012.



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