Efficient way of traveling in Bali

Efficient way of traveling in Bali

Bali is one island that became coveted vacation destination for tourists from all over the world. As a citizen of Indonesia, not to gods you have not visited this island. Cooks just people from abroad willing to fly away to reach Bali, let alone we are at home ... The trip to Bali would cost big? Depending on how you travel, as usual in the Way of Saving Food Court, we will explore efficient ways to travel to Bali.

   1. AirAsiaTransportasi. The first component is a big cost is transportation costs. Bali can be reached by road and air. Time and effort you're far more precious, my suggestion to use air transport to get to Bali, because you can save a few days of travel. Some airlines offer cheap tickets. The main requirement is to book a cheap price of the far-distant days before leaving, even up to seven months earlier. Avoid dates that are holidays or school holidays. JJH Suggestion: check frequently to AirAsia's website to see the promo there.
   2. Airport LoungeSiapkan your credit card that has an executive airport lounge facilities. You'll save the cost of eating & drinking while waiting for the scheduled flight departure, which is usually between 1-2 hours after check-in. Low-cost airlines generally do not provide food & drinks during the trip. Menunggupun not boring. Suggestions JJH: BNI Gold offer satisfactory facilities. Even in Bali, with BNI card you will be helped to process the check-in and entering the boot. 

   3. Hotel bookings via internet. Find hotels that match your needs, search on the internet and read comments (review) from the guests about the hotel. View the location of the hotel, whether close to the places you will visit. Booking via the internet (usually through a travel agent in Bali) will be cheaper than coming directly to his hotel. Compare prices between travel agents to get the best price. Suggestions JJH: hotelmurahbali.com gives a fairly good price. 

   4. Find interesting places, find out as much as through the Internet, brochures, etc. before you arrive in Bali, craft the best schedule, in accordance with the location and direction. Do not until you arrive in Bali without knowing the location where you want to visit. Please read my sharing in this article.
   5. MobilTransportasi lease land. You really need a vehicle during your vacation. Bali has public transportation that is not good, you are advised to rent a vehicle for transportation during the holidays. If you have only two or own, you can rent a motorcycle, if you and your family, you can rent a car. We recommend the following car hire with driver. Besides saving energy, save time, reduce the risk in transit, and also the driver may well be your tour guide. Get brosur2 rental car that was distributed at hotels, airports and even in shops. The cost to rent a car: USD. 300 000 for 8 hours including fuel and driver. 

   6. Culinary tours. Find information on unique food places in Bali, such as ducks bengil, nasi bali Warung Satria, restaurants in Jimbaran and others. I will discuss in detail in my next post. 

   7. Places to buy souvenirs. Get information on where you can buy presents for your friends, also I will discuss separately.
Thus saving travel tips in Bali, I will continue to update the information through it.

The famous tourist Places in Bali

The famous tourist Places in Bali

Bali is an island that has beautiful scenery, surrounded by white sandy beaches (compare with the beach Ancol-Jakarta), has many temples and other historic buildings, so that the Balinese have a fascination for tourists, both domestic and foreign countries. Some say that in Bali we can meet people from any country in the world, French, American, Australian, Japanese, Korean, Taiwanese, Arabic, basically all we see here. So do not feel confessed Indonesian nation, if you've never been overseas but have never been to Bali. People overseas is just jauh2 come to Bali, our time in the country that never even get there. What the world said? : D
There are several tourist attractions which are generally visited during a holiday in Bali:
 

 * Ground ZeroGround zero,

this is a monument to the first Bali bombing. There, emblazoned the names of the victims of Bali bomb, you will see this monument on the way to Kuta beach. Hopefully, no more chaos in Bali, because of information we can from the residents there, tourism in Bali was devastated by the first and second Bali bombing. Foreign tourist arrivals decreased drastically, and many employers out of business. Whereas the majority of Balinese people depend on tourism business. 

* Kuta Beach Road

      Along the road to Kuta beach there is a row of bars, restaurants, hotels and shops that sell clothing, paintings, art, etc.. But JalanJajanHemat advised to buy oleh2 in other areas because the actual target buyers in the region are foreign tourists. Prices of goods can be said here is quite high. Why? Because rental shops in this area is very high price .. 

  *  Kuta Beach

      Kuta Beach. It is mandatory for the tourist beaches. This beach has good waves, so a lot of surfers play on this beach. This beach is occupied by many foreigners, they are generally swimming, sunbathing, surfing, running along the beach. To get into this area is free of charge, most just parking fee only. On this beach, you'll find vendors massage services, hair braiding, temporary tattoos, rental chairs, well there just hectic. If you are only a short vacation but want to feel this beach, enjoy some time alone, remember we want a holiday right? It's not going to swim ...: D 

* Hardrock hotel

      Hardrock Hotel, in this place you can swim in the pool a large and comfortable. Warm water pool are pretty, so do not worry if you swim into the night. In the middle of the pond there is a sandy area, is quite unique, because the sand is very clean and does not make a dirty pond. There are waterfalls, there are children who completed slide pool, and even mounted projector screens that broadcast the film. Dressing room was nice, towels, soap all available complete. But the swimming pool entrance ticket prices quite expensive here, 100 thousand per person. Beside the pool, here too there is a spa, gym, cafe, even a hard rock radio bali lho in it, we can see they're on air. 

In general, the package tour will incorporate the sights below into a package that is: Tanjung Benoa, the Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK), Dream land beach, Uluwatu temple and ate last night while seeing the sunset at Jimbaran.  

 * Tanjung Benoa.  

On this beach we can do a lot of water sports, such as jetsky, parasailing (parachute pulled by a speedboat), banana boat, flying fish (I thought this game was casual, but after seeing first hand how his game, wauw .. very exciting), diving, glass bottom boat. You can rent boats at the bottom of the glass is installed so that can see into the water. Be careful when renting, the price of an existing price list that can be bargained like crazy. Luckily I had time before leaving for browsing and searching for information such permainan2 price. Here are some prices that I can get on the interne.

  * Parasailing: Rp 55,000 / person
    * Banana Boat: Rp 50,000 / person (min 2 pax)
    * Flying Fish: Rp 120,000 / person (min 2 pax)
    * Water skiing: Rp 110,000 / pax, 15 minutes
    * Snorkeling: Rp 90,000 / pax (min 2 pax)
    * Diving: USD 235 000 / pax
    * Glass bottom boat: Rp 250,000 / boat (max 10 pax)
    * Dolphin Tour: Rp 500,000 / person / 4 hours 

Cape BenoaWaktu i asked to one operator, for the glass bottom boat rental charged Rp 500,000 / boat, luckily I already knew this harga2 before, after bargaining eventually fall in price of Rp 250,000 / boat. Using these boats, we can look to the sea bottom, feeding fish with bread that has been provided and also once visited the place of breeding turtles (there are some places). There we can pose with the animals such as snakes, birds, bats and turtles of course. On the island there are also craft-craft, is also selling young coconuts to eliminate hunger. Entrance to the island bears the cost of Rp 2,000 / org which is said to maintenance of the animals there. JJH recommend this place ..
Operators we use: Benoa Marine Recreation (BMR Dive & Water Sport), Jl Pratama No. 99X, phone: (0361) 771 757  

  * Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK).  

Being in the Jimbaran area, southern island of Bali, will be built here in the form of a large statue of the god Vishnu, who was sitting on an eagle. When in July 2008, the giant statue, designed by I Nyoman Nuarta are still separated, the statue of the god Vishnu, and also hand and eagle statues god Vishnu. This statue will become a symbol like the Statue of Liberty in America. Its location on the hill, just beautiful scenery there. GWK is also equipped with an area for theatrical dance performance featuring sendra (depending on show schedule). At the entrance, greeted by Balinese music that accompanied the two men that welcomes guests of Balinese dancers. Not to miss in the pedestal, there are several shops, food stalls and even the factory outlet (where the idol of mothers). Several tour operators make the pedestal location for afternoon dining while enjoying the sunset. Entrance Rp 15,000 / person + car USD $ 5000. Rather expensive to get into this place, but if this statue had become, then this place would be 'the place shall be visited'. 

   * Beach Dreamland..  

Being one direction with its pedestal, where it is seen being built five-star hotels and resorts. This area had 'worked' by Tommy Suharto, but abandoned after the New Order regime collapsed. This beach looks more clean than Kuta beach, and more foreign tourists than local tourists. But I think far enough distance to be traveled to reach this shore and somewhat remote location. (Or maybe it is sought after by foreign tourists?). If later on hotel and resort project is completed, it would be more crowded this beach is visited. To get into this area, are charged only for vehicle parking only Rp 2,000 for the car. According to JJH, if you do not like swimming should not need to go to this place. 

 * Pura Uluwatu Luhur Uluwatu Pura sublime. 

 This temple is located in the most western tip of the peninsula hills, that's why is called the mean edge and Ulu watu, which means stone. This temple is above the rocks that jutted into the sea. The view from here luaaarrr biaasaa .. JJH recommend this place. Before entering the site, each visitor was asked to wear a scarf (and plus fabric for the use of short pants) as a tribute to ancestors who were in those locations. This temple is surrounded by forest in which there are reputedly the monkeys are loyal followers of the reverend who was assigned to guard the sacred temple Uluwatu sublime. Be careful with your luggage: hat, sunglasses, camera, necklace, earrings are advised to be stored in a safe place. Because monkeys are sometimes fraudulent and took the goods from the hands of tourists. Many of taken branches to be taken in order to avoid the cruel hands of the monkey, but remember not to disturb / harm the monkeys. There also exist kecak dance (with additional cost) which is located on the edge of the cliff. Well anyway it will sound decakan admiration of every visitor who comes here. For tickets go to this location is only Rp 3000 alone. 

Now for the next tour packages, usually combined between Tanah Lot, Bedugul, Taman Ayun (there is also combining with Kintamani), and if we rent a car can also be directed to Ubud, Celuk, Sukowati Market. 

 * Tanah Lot.  

This place is located in Beraban Village, 13 kilometers west of Tabanan. This is one tourist spot visited by JJH mandatory. There are two temples, one located above the boulder, and the other located on the cliffs. When the water receded, we can walk across to the temple which was in the middle of the beach, but should not be entered except to pray. Below the cliffs there are areas of the sacred serpent. The legend says that the snake came from the founder of the temple veil, Danghyang Nirarta as temple guards. Many who like to enjoy the sunset at this place .. If dipikir2 in Bali were more places to Sunset huh? :) Tickets go into this place is USD 7500 / adults and Rp 5,000 / children, while for foreign tourists USD. 10 000 / person. 

  * Bedugul. 

This place is located on the hill, so the temperature there is very cool, 18 degrees celcius lho (like in Lembang, Bandung). There are also lake Beratan, you have two choices, get off at the dock (usually the local tourist group), then did tours around the temple Ulundanu water, or a direct visit to the temple Ulundanu, and see the lake (usually made of individual tourists or foreign tourists) . JJH recommended to enter into the temple area Ulundanu, because we can enjoy the scenery more beautiful. Entrance fee of Rp 7500 to Rp 10,000 for domestic and foreign tourists. 

 *  Pura Taman Ayun.  

Pura which means "Beautiful Garden" is located in the village of Mengwi, Badung. This temple is surrounded by a small ditch which is said to frequently traveled by the handmaidens of the palace with a small boat. In the center there is a fountain monument that led to the 9 eyes in the wind. There is a tower that is bale kul-kul, where you can climb onto it, and saw the sights around the site easily. Admission price of Rp 3,000 / person. But sorry, according JJH this place is not too special. 

* Craftsmen in Bali statues
 If you like art objects, you may want to visit Tohpati (batik), Celuk (silversmiths), Batuan (painting), Kemenuh (wood sculptor), Ubud Art Market (Blanco Renaissance Museum). And also if you noticed a lot of craftsmen in Bali, Buddhist statues, but there's beraga Hindu? We ask the driver JJH tour guide at the same time, the craftsmen are coming from outside Bali, and because of the many foreign visitors are attracted by a statue of Buddha, the craftsmen are mushrooming in Bali.

Bali Arts Festival 2010

Bali Arts Festival 2010

 

 

 

 Bali Arts Festival (PKB) is an annual cultural festival held in the city of Denpasar and all the musicians and artists in Bali gathered in this place and make a parade of art and culture from their own districts. Bali Arts Festival (PKB), offers cultural activities and a spectacular art, based in Werdhi Culture - arts center, Denpasar.
We can see in Werdhi Culture - arts centers, cultural events and crafts show and cultural exhibition. In the year 2010, this festival will be held on June 12 until July 12. There will be seven countries participating in this festival direnakan such as Japan, India, United States, and China, other countries will soon be confirmed. In addition several other provinces in Indonesia will also participate.
Bali Arts Festival (PKB) is planned to be opened by the President of the Republic of Indonesia, Mr. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. Located at Niti Mandala Renon Denpasar, Bali, on the other side of the governor's office.
Usually at the opening procession will be opened by performances of music, which is called Adi Merdangga, a music band by students STSI (Indonesian Art College), and followed by a parade of art and culture of each district and other participants from Indonesia and foreign countries.

 

 

 

 

OBJECT OF TRAVEL IN INDONESIA AND REGIONAL PEKALONGAN typical food

OBJECT OF TRAVEL IN INDONESIA AND REGIONAL PEKALONGAN typical food

Arts and Culture

   1. Dance Sintren
      Sintren is the traditional art of Pekalongan and surrounding communities, is a dance that sounds mystical magic that comes from love story sulasih and Raden Sulandono. Mentioned in the story that Raden was the son of Ki Bahurekso Sulandono marriage with Goddess Rantansari results.
      Raden Sulandono sulasih making love with a princess from the Village Kalisalak, but romance does not get the blessing of the Ki Bahurekso. Finally Raden Sulandono go ascetic and sulasih chose to become a dancer. Even so the meeting between the two is still ongoing through goib natural. The meeting was organized by the Goddess Rantansari who enter into the spirit of fairy sulasih body, at the same time being an ascetic Sulandono Raden summoned to meet sulasih spirit, then there was a meeting between sulasih and Raden Sulandono.
      Since then the show is held every Sintren the dancer must have entered the spirit of an angel by the keeper. Sintren played by a girl who is still pure (virgin), assisted by the keeper and accompanied gending six people. The development of folk dance as entertainment Sintren, then equipped with a dancer companion and comedian.


   2. Simtud durar
      Simtud durrar is to adopt the traditional arts of Islam by using Rebana and Jidur as a musical instrument. This art consists of 15 people to 20 people, accompanied by the music they sing praises or sholawatan as an expression of gratitude and supplication in the salvation of the world and the Hereafter Allah. This art is used during the opening ceremony celebration or salvation held by citizens of Pekalongan City which is famous for his obedience in religious orders.


   3. Kuntulan
      Kuntulan is to adopt the traditional arts of Islam that is played by 18 people who all were male. The position of the 18 people in doing dances are nine people in front and nine people behind. It is intended to contain meaning Asmaul Khusna of 99 attributes of God Almighty.


   4. Sya'banan (Khol)
      Sya'banan (Khol) is a religious ceremony / culture in Pekalongan region which was held annually on 14 Sha'ban (ruwah) once a year to remember / recall services Sayid ibn Abdullah ibn Abdullah ibn Al Tholib Top, during his lifetime pioneered the establishment of Boarding Schools in Java.


   5. Cambodia
      Is a traditional ceremony for Muslims residing in Pekalongan and surrounding areas to witness the cutting LOPIS LARGE (Javanese: LEPET GEDE) which have a diameter of approximately 150 cm, weight 185 kg and height 110 cm. This event was held one week after the Idul Fitri holidays by the Mayor / Acting Muspida.

Typical food

   1. Rice megono (Javanese: sego megono)
      Pekalongan city famous for its typical food called megono, which is a kind of side dish made from young jackfruit (categories) of finely chopped mixed with grated coconut and chilli anointing anointing (kluban). However, with herbs and spices are more compact with a slightly spicy flavor and aroma of flowers combrang and sliced lemon grass, will create a distinctive flavor. Megono was very tasty and suitable as a breakfast side dish, suitable also combined with any side dish. In fact, only accompanied with fried tempeh and soy sauce, it's very delicious. In Kota Pekalongan, megono very easy to find. From the sidewalk cafes until nearly all the great restaurants provide megono Rice.


   2. Tauto
      Tauto is a kind of typical food Pekalongan Soto, only to Tauto ingredients plus TAUCHO, which is kind of similar flavoring sauces that have distinctive aroma and manufacture of soy ingredients. As with Soto, Tauto also be mixed with meat and jerohan and so'on (vermicelli), delicious as a side dish of rice, but better to use rice cake eaten. Pekalongan Tauto usually found in many shops in the town of Pekalongan in the afternoon.


   3. Garang acid
      Acid is a kind of ferocious rawon food, typical from the Pekalongan area. But for the ferocious acid, was given a lot of tomato sauce, giving it a sour taste fresh. Garang acid is usually mixed with meat, or eggs jerohan. Usually fierce little spicy cooked acidic, so it was added relish. In Kota Pekalongan, ferocious acid is very easy to find in the stalls, especially in the daytime.


   4. Chip knew
      Like tempeh, tofu can be made chips. Seasonings and ways of making not much different. With crispy taste and enjoyment, making chips out perfect for side dishes (as a substitute for crackers) and also suitable for snack food. Know the chips found in many food stores in Pekalongan and surrounding areas.


Tourism object

   1. Golden Sands
      Golden Sands beach is a tourist attraction where domestic and foreign tourists used to relax while enjoying the cool coastal air. This beach is suitable for recreational boating and fishing with the yacht that is ready to serve. There is also a facility of children's toys, open stage, parking lots, supermarket, toilets and showers.


   2. Tourism Linggo Asri
      Natural panorama and the cool air is characteristic of Tourism objects Linggo Asri district located south Kajen Pekalongan district at an altitude of 700 m from the sea surface. The combination of natural potential, forest and mountain tours as well as the condition of society that are still rural become interesting factor to be enjoyed. In addition, a fairly lucrative position at the edge of the road between the district of Pekalongan and Banjarnegara making it easier for tourists to visit.


   3. Tourism Petung Kriyono
      Is a tourist attraction located on the slopes of Mount Sports vase at an altitude of 900-1600 m above sea level. An area that is cool with the diversity, elegance and natural beauty that is suitable for tourist attractions. From the Pekalongan district capital is 30 km and can be reached by public transportation. As an agro-tourism area, Petung Kriyono a location that offers many options for fulfilling the desire of nature tour. In this area you can gain experience in the exploration of natural and outbound activities.


   4. Tourism Curug Muncar
      Known as a very exotic area with beautiful waterfalls and natural scenery. This Muncar Curug waterfall once visited by many tourists and nature lovers.


   5. Tourism Rogoselo
      Nature Tourism Rogoselo located approximately 14 km from the capital precisely in the Village District of Doro Rogoselo. Tour of ruins / nature preserve and Mausoleum Arca Baron Sekeber Ki Ageng Top Wind.
      According to folklore, Baron Sekeber is a magic of a country in Europe who came to the island of Java, like trying out a miracle. In every fight, Baron Sekeber always win, many warriors and magic in which he conquered the land of Java. Until one day he can be defeated by Ki Ageng the wind.


   6. Natural Tourism Object howl
      Nature Tourism howled located approximately 6 Km from the town of Karanganyar District. Potential wiasata is also supported by the durian fruit which is quite famous in every season.


   7. Wonokerto Coast Tourism
      Beach Tours Wonokerto located approximately 5 km from the highway north Wiradesa precisely in the Village District Wonokerto Wonokerto. In this place Dhulkaidah ordinary marine charity event organized by the local fishermen community.


   8. Slamaran Beautiful Beaches
      Beautiful Slamaran tourism object is a coastal area that could provide a sense of cool and comfortable. According to a story that is legendary, this area has the "gatekeepers", ie tapering Goddess as Queen of the North Coast. It is said that Goddess tapering often appeared with the face of unparalleled beauty.


   9. Earth Camp
      With an area of 4 hectare, Camping Ground is located in the hamlet village Dranan Yosorejo provided for nature lovers, students and tourists who are equipped with toilets, Hall, Post Guard and the playground.