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		<title>Shopping in Indonesia is a great fun with plenty of shopping opportunities</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether you are looking for furniture, fashion, antiques, art, crafts, textiles, jewelry or Indonesia will find all your interests. Shopping places in this country goes from street vendors to mega shopping centers. While shopping sites are plentiful, but prices can &#8230; <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/blog/2010/09/30/shopping-in-indonesia-is-a-great-fun-with-plenty-of-shopping-opportunities/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you are looking for furniture, fashion, antiques, art, crafts, textiles, jewelry or Indonesia will find all your interests. Shopping places in this country goes from street vendors to mega shopping centers.</p>
<p>While shopping sites are plentiful, but prices can not be cheaper compared to other Asian countries. To get cheaper prices, it is best to head out to the smaller and more remote locations in the archipelago. That would be a serious mistake not to become familiar with some of the proprietary products of the country after taking cheap flights Indonesia. Items produced here are unique in style and an admirable quality. Some of the most famous shopping areas in Indonesia including;</p>
<p>Bali: Each them love to come to Bali for shopping. Even if you do not come to town with a view shoppingyou&#8217;ll still end up with fascinating and irresistible buy. Visitors often take cheap flights to Indonesia with a Travel Company for their choices. Shops are open from early morning to late hours. Price rise is not a big problem here when negotiation is a common practice here. State-of-the-art shopping malls you will be able to visit after taking flights to Indonesia to take, Kuta Beach Shopping, Shopping Legian Beach, Nusa Dua Beach Shopping, Shopping Candidasa Beach, Seminyak Beach Shopping, Shopping and Ubud.</p>
<p>Jakarta Shopping: Jakarta is the largest and the capital of the country. There is also entertainment Mecca of the country. It boasts Indonesia&#8217;s best shopping malls<br />
After the flight visit Indonesia in Jakarta is a must. This is a best place to buy Electronics items, branded goods, crafts, antiques and clothing shops. World-class shopping malls in Jakarta that shops are after your flight to Indonesia, Glodok Plaza, Elite Plaza Indonesia, EX Plaza, Plaza Semanggi, Taman Anggrek Mall, Kelapa Gading Mall and WTC Mangga Dua.</p>
<p>Lombok Island Store: Lombok shopping opportunities is one of the major attractors of cheap flights to Indonesia. The best items to purchase Lombok Island include fabrics and textiles, ceramics and Figurines, jewelry, and furniture. Visitors reserve cheap flights to Indonesia from England with their trust worthy Travel Company to visit some of its shopping centers including; Pujasera Shopping &amp; Market, Pasar Oleh Oleh, Tanjung Uban, Tanjung Pinang and Bintan Ferry Terminal.</p>
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		<title>New Destination South Lombok Indonesia</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:36:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Until recently, south west Lombok was known mostly for surfers, who enjoy the fantastic reef breaks at dessert point (Bangko Bangko), and now we discovered it for spectacular diving opportunities. This means the moment south Lombok is still an insider &#8230; <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/blog/2010/09/29/new-destination-south-lombok-indonesia/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Until recently, south west Lombok was known mostly for surfers, who enjoy the fantastic reef breaks at dessert point (Bangko Bangko), and now we discovered it for spectacular diving opportunities. This means the moment south Lombok is still an insider tip among the diving community.</p>
<p>You will not find many tourists on the beaches of Southern Lombok, and one of the most beautiful sunsets and places for relaxing walks on the beach without being hassled by salesmen with watches and souvenirs.</p>
<p>The local people are very friendly and curios, and you can experience rural Lombok at its best.<br />
At low tide you can observe women and children while they collect clams and other treasures, or watch the children play on the beach and laugh with them.</p>
<p>A large proportion of tourists coming here for diving. The South Lombok you will find new exclusive dive sites with untouched, fantastic corals, as well as an amazing variety of rare marine life, including Ghost Pipe Fish, Leaf Fish, Mantas, reef whitetip sharks, and many more, it is quite amazing!</p>
<p>These new dive sites offer even the well traveled and experienced diver a surprising and wonderful experience. Because of the wide variety of dive sites, there is exiting diving for all levels of experience.<br />
A unique underwater experience and a fascinating multitude of species await you. Schools of barracuda, tuna, mackerel, sharks, manta rays, eagle rays. And all coral in 100% condition. A highlight for photographers!</p>
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		<title>Experience in Bali, Indonesia</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 16:27:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bali country road driving will be an interesting experience. For visitors who want to get out of the touristic developed areas this will be the right choice. Self-drive is the way to go to Bali visitors wishing to explore the &#8230; <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/blog/2010/09/28/experience-in-bali-indonesia/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bali country road driving will be an interesting experie<a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/">nce</a>. For visitors who want to get out of the touristic developed areas this will be the right choice. Self-drive is the way to go to Bali visitors wishing to explore the island and spend the night or multiple nights at new and different destinations.</p>
<p>This way travel will be a journey that holds surprises, a bit like Paris-Dakar route, which is divided into some stages. This way travelers can actually hear the voice of nature, like real wind, the waves and the entertaining Balinese frogs that usually &#8216;a concert&#8217; after each rainstorm. Flexibility usually opens doors and rewards with totally unexpected new discoveries.</p>
<p>And if serenity is primary background during a stay in Bali, just unbeaten track or in the hidden corners of Bali. This will be an intriguing adventure that sense of adventure more than anything else will entertain and enrich your lifestyle. Solitary Accommodation is available at almost every location in the Etape, such as the following.</p>
<p>Bali has many secluded hiding place for adventurers. Because the area is not much really you can not get lost in the Australian outback. So it is not worthy to worry about it. If your route is settled, you can island journey start from one of the hotels on the main resorts of Nusa Dua, Kuta Beach or Sanur Beach, and then on to the central part of the tropical island to Ubud. Ubud, known as an international hideout of international artists, and the essence of art, many luxury river accommodations. View on the river Ayung Petanu will be invited to the visitor of the &#8216;enter the world of dreams encased with a lush green tropical plants.</p>
<p>Cool temperatures and quiet will likely delay the check out day, as it is absorbing. The more so if guests can enjoy a spa treatment indulgences that releases tension and relieves the mind burdened with stress and daily life.</p>
<p>Next destination could be Candi Dasa and its surroundings in the Karangasem Regency that all accommodations have to stay. Many activities can be done here, such as fishing, hiking, and adventure to visit orchards or born in Bali, Tenganan Village.</p>
<p>Next stop is the northern beaches already waiting adventurer on the next stay at Lovina Beach, which can be passed through the eastern route on the island. This location offers some luxury accommodation, specially designed by adopting some elements of Balinese traditional architecture. Blended with landscaped garden and surrounding atmosphere, it results in a convenient hiding place spot. Along the northern shore there are many small hotels hideaway where you can experience Bali basically run without other people at all.</p>
<p>Then continue the journey westward by passing through the Bali Barat National Park area. Here, there are limited eco-friendly accommodations that highlight the potential of natural life. A wooden tower is operated to observe birds or animals nearby. Facility is also strategically located as close to the diving area of Menjangan Island.</p>
<p>As a surface, you might want to spend more nights at Medewi Suraberata or villages that each also retains the distinctive interests and provides accommodation. Both at the beach and lay in the middle of swaying palm fronds. Surfing activity is an added value offered by these places.</p>
<p>Ultimately, visitors have come to the starting line for a new adventure after having passed through the southern rice fields along the coast of Tabanan Rea. What a wonderful ride it has been. Make hungry for more.<br />
Travel Bali is exciting and refreshing, and such a trip you just want to start again and see it again.</p>
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		<title>Bali&#8217;s leading tourist attractions</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 14:07:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bali is the premier destination of Indonesia and there is plenty to do for tourists and travelers. This Indonesian island is known for its beautiful white sandy beaches but there are many other wonderful activities to enjoy during your vacation. &#8230; <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/blog/2010/09/27/balis-leading-tourist-attractions/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bali is the premier destination of Indonesia and there is plenty to do for tourists and travelers. This Indonesian island is known for its beautiful white sandy beaches but there are many other wonderful activities to enjoy during your vacation.</p>
<p>If you are planning a trip to Bali, then you should enjoy some of the excellent activities and places to visit listed below.</p>
<p>Ubud</p>
<p>Ubud is the center of the island art community. There are several local art galleries where you and purl Lukisan Art Museum and Museum Neka purchase are worth a visit.</p>
<p>Beaches</p>
<p>There are many beautiful beaches in Bali, you can visit. Some of them are suitable for snorkeling and swimming, while others are excellent for surfing. Some of the finest beaches on the island is Jimberan beach, Nusa Dua, Sanur and Kuta beach.</p>
<p>Gunung Agung</p>
<p>This volcano is also known as Mount Agung and plays a very important part of Balinese culture and religion. If you&#8217;ve never been to a volcano before it, be sure to head to Gunung Agung.</p>
<p>Tanah Lot</p>
<p>One of the most visited and most photographed sights in Bali, Tanah Lot is located on the west coast of the island. This is a magnificent temple, built on a large piece of stone and is surrounded by water. Many travelers prefer to visit Tanah Lot at sunset, as this temple is simply amazing with the sun setting behind it.</p>
<p>Dolphin Watching<br />
A activity should be on every traveler to do list is to go dolphin watching. There are two places where you can do this and who are Nusa Dua and Lovina. Lovina is located on the north side of the island but most tend to agree that this is the best location for dolphin watching.</p>
<p>Nightlife</p>
<p>If you like the attachment you will definitely have a great holiday. The best night life in Kuta Beach, Seminyak and Legian, and include Double 6 and Gado Gado. There is also a full moon parties held every month for those of you who like trance and techno music.</p>
<p>Waterfalls</p>
<p>There are many beautiful waterfalls in Bali that you can visit on holiday. Some of the most popular of the waterfalls Gitgit waterfalls, waterfalls and Blahmantung Daybreak waterfalls.</p>
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		<title>Indonesian Language</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 14:25:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Indonesian language or Bahasa Indonesia is much more a spoken language. As Indonesia is the fourth most populous country in the world with more than 200 million inhabitants, many native Indonesian speakers. In fact, Bahasa Indonesia is the sixth most &#8230; <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/blog/2010/09/26/indonesian-language/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Indonesian language or Bahasa Indonesia is much more a spoken language. As Indonesia is the fourth most populous country in the world with more than 200 million inhabitants, many native Indonesian speakers. In fact, Bahasa Indonesia is the sixth most spoken language in the world after Mandarin, English, Hindi, Spanish and Arabic. Tourism to the area increases the number of people learning the language is also growing rapidly.</p>
<p>Indonesian Native speakers refer to their language as &#8220;Bahasa&#8221;. Word &#8220;Bahasa&#8221; simply means &#8220;language&#8221; and it is wrong for English speakers to use the term &#8220;Bahasa&#8221; to refer to the Indonesian language. To instead use the term &#8220;Bahasa Indonesia&#8221; which means &#8220;language of Indonesia&#8221;.</p>
<p>Compared with English, Indonesian is a very common language. Indonesian begins with base words that are built to produce related words. Because the rules are relatively simple, many people assume that language was invented. But there is no CAE.</p>
<p>Modern Indonesian is a version of the Malay language and the two parts of approximately 80% of the same words. Indonesian and Malaysian speaker is usually easy to communicate. The Indonesian language, Dutch, Arabic and English words that are often easy to recognize.</p>
<p>Most Indonesians speak Bahasa Indonesia, as well as their own language, Balinese, Sundanese, or Javanese, to name a few. Interestingly, there are over 500 different languages spoken in Indonesia. Increasing numbers of the Indonesian people also speak English.</p>
<p>If you visit Indonesia, you will find that the Indonesians Indonesian version of a less formal use in everyday language. Indonesian writing is often more formal than the spoken equivalent. So if you try to learn by watching Indonesian Indonesian Language Indonesian news or read newspapers, do not be deterred! There is often much easier to talk to Indonesia than to write it.</p>
<p>BEAUSSET there are so many different islands in the Indonesian archipeligo there are also many different kinds of Indonesia, especially Indonesian slang and accents. You may get conflicting information from the Indonesian language teachers from different regions and find that their pronunciation and word usage is a bit different. Accept only spoken Indonesian is often more relaxed in its rules than English or European languages.</p>
<p>In general, the many who think that Indonesia is much easier to learn than English. Bahasa Indonesia does not require bending of verbs or use of the verb times. Unlike the English language, most of the letters in the alphabet Indonesian only one sound. The exceptions are the letter &#8220;e&#8221; and the letter &#8220;o&#8221;, which only has two sounds together.</p>
<p>So if you are looking to learn a new language, there are many reasons to make the Indonesian your first choice.</p>
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		<title>The Legend Mountain Krakatau, Indonesia</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 14:04:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Krakatau &#8211; a volcano in the Sunda Strait in Indonesia, between the islands of Sumatra and Java. It is also known as Krakatoa and much of the volcano is underwater. But some of IT projects over the water in the &#8230; <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/blog/2010/09/25/the-legend-mountain-krakatau-indonesia/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Krakatau &#8211; a volcano in the Sunda Strait in Indonesia, between the islands of Sumatra and Java. It is also known as Krakatoa and much of the volcano is underwater. But some of IT projects over the water in the form of islands of Krakatau, Anak Krakatau, Long, and Verlaten. The volcano rises 2667 feet (813 meters) above sea level.</p>
<p>Krakatoa is known for a devastating eruption in August 1883. The slain eruption about 36,000 people on nearby islands. The generated huge waves of up to 130 feet (40 meters) high. These waves, called tsunamis, washed ashore and left most of the deaths. Other people were killed by scalding ash and other material shot out of the volcano. The eruption heard nearly 3000 miles (4800 km) away, had global effects. Volcanic dust in the atmosphere caused spectacular red sunsets over the next three years in the northern hemisphere. The volcanic dust may also have been the cause of a worldwide drop in temperature that lasted five years.</p>
<p>Early afternoon on August 26 Krakatoa exploded in 1883 with a series of roars heard from Rangone &#8211; Burma to Perth &#8211; Australia. A column of ash and pumice os rose 26 km into the sky. Rock and dust rained over the surrounding area, forming a carpet clound which made day to night for 150 miles in all directions. Ash from the eruption gradually spread throughout the atmosphere, creating a spectacular sunset over the world in two years. The finale came followoing morning, when a gap in the mouth crust of the earth &#8211; eroded by the explosion of 18 cubic km of ash rock &#8211; collapsed on itself. Sea rushed in and began to boil immediately upon contact with him melted stone. Throws up tsunami (tidal waves), 10 meters high. The waves could still be detected one day and half later, when she finally rolled off against the French. Near Krakatau, the destruction was unbelievable proportion.</p>
<p>The small coastal towns and Anyer Merak was wiped out. Nobody knows the exact toll of the explosion in human life, but a common figure cited is 35,000. Eyewitness described a wall of water &#8220;longer than a palm tree&#8221; swepping away everything in its path. In Teluk onerous Sumatera, the funnel effect of a narrow bay waves lifted to a height of 30 feet, carrying a Dutch gunboat more than 2 km inland. When the waves had dropped away and the dust dispersed, three quaters of Karakatu was gone.<br />
The maximum of Shaved were still close to its original height, but its northern half is gone, sheared away as a knife, leaving a steep cliff hurtling 300 feet into the sea below. Thurs islands, panjang and Sertung has been toitaly re-shaped, while the waste from the outbreak were merged to islands further away.</p>
<p>Krakatoa and its vicinity remained in a state of geological flux for some time. The new island disappeared in a few years, but volcanic activity continued in the area, and in January 1928 a new edge of the crater occurred near where the first valve of Krakatoa erupted. Since then Anak Krakatau &#8211; the child of Karakatau, has continued to grow and now stands 150 tall. This &#8220;Baby Island&#8221; gives scientists a fascinating opportunties the colonization of plants and animals to observe the new bottom</p>
<p>The 1883 eruption destroyed much of Krakatau Island. This also led to one of the volcano&#8217;s summit to go below the water surface, forming a submerged caldera (crater). Outbreaks from 1927 to 1930 Anak Krakatau created in Caldera center.</p>
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		<title>Things to see and do in Bali, Indonesia</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[1) Beach &#38; Surf Bali is known for its pristine white beaches and secluded coves, the most famous beaches in Nusa Dua is where the long stretches of soft white sand will soothe and comfort your soles. Many hotels have &#8230; <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/blog/2010/09/24/things-to-see-and-do-in-bali-indonesia/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>1) Beach &amp; Surf<br />
Bali is known for its pristine white beaches and secluded coves, the most famous beaches in Nusa Dua is where the long stretches of soft white sand will soothe and comfort your soles. Many hotels have their own private stretch of beach with a Beach Club or restaurant together. Kuta and Uluwatu are areas in southern Bali, known for its good surf that make Bali one of the most popular surf destinations in the world.</p>
<p>2) Padi fields<br />
The beautiful terraced green fields PADI is another must-see for visitors to the island of Bali. Many tourists will automatically head to Ubud, about 45 minutes from Bali International Airport to stay at the hotel and villa overlooking the PADI fields. The best PADI field landscape is Jatih Luwih and Tegallalang which is not far from Ubud.</p>
<p>3) museums and galleries<br />
Beautiful paintings are in Ubud, home to many of Bali&#8217;s renowned and promising artists. The peaceful nature and calm in the area must be an inspiration for the remarkably detailed paintings, these artists create and whose work is displayed in the many art galleries and museums in Ubud village. Some of the more famous galleries is The Agung Rai Museum of Art, Neka Museum, Antonio Blanco Renaissance Museum, Komaneka Gallery and Seniwati Gallery of Art by Women, to name a few.</p>
<p>4) Music and Dance<br />
Dance and music play a very important part of the life of a Balinese. Each ceremony and the festival is almost always accompanied by traditional dancing and the soothing sounds of Gamelan. Do you have many locations in and around Ubud, where you can dance. Dancers wear glittering and colorful costumes, performing to perfection produce hand movements and facial expressions to convey stories from Ramanaya. You can watch the elegant Legong dance at Ubud Palace in central Ubud, or view other entertaining performances Warrior Dance and Kecak Dance at other locations within the city. Wayang Kulit or Shadow Play performances are also a common evening entertainment for the local Balinese and tourists.</p>
<p>5) Yoga and Spa Treamtents<br />
There are a growing number of world-class spa facilities and spas in Bali, especially in Ubud area. Using natural herbs and domestic products, you have a wide range of spa treatments to choose from and enjoy. Spa treatments are perfect for relaxation and what every person who needs a break from this fast paced world of work, family and stress will certainly appreciate. A series of massages with traditional Aryuvedic, Shiatsu and hot stone is on the menu to choose from. Traditional treatments Boreh and Lulur is common. Facials, foot massage, healthy meals and private spa facilities are also available at some hotels and lounges. Holistic resorts offer yoga programs and resident teachers who will guide you to peace of mind.</p>
<p>6) Festivals and ceremonies<br />
Religion plays a central role in the life of every Balinese family. The island has hundreds of temples, each of which has a temple anniversary, known as Odalan. On this day, the villagers at the temple to pray and chat. It can be seen as a community event to bring people together and promotes good feelings between the villagers. The Balinese Hindu religion, many everyday practices such as placing bids like trays of flowers called Canang Sari in temples, shrines and symbolic locations to ward off evil and please the gods. Nyepi Day, the Balinese New Year is a day spent in silence in reflective prayer and meditation. The day before Nyepi, however, many opportunities for tourists to witness the ceremonies and rituals including the noisy and colorful Ogoh Ogoh-procession, which takes place one day before Nyepi Melasti Day on. This procession is a colorful display of creativity of the Balinese, where towering papier mache monsters are paraded through town in noisy processions in the effort to chase away any evil.</p>
<p>Galungan is another major festival of the Balinese as the end of 10 days characterized by Kuningan day. This festival takes place every six months so you will have the opportunity to see it in another half year if you miss the first round. During this time you will see the Barong Dance procession passing through the village of performing in front of shops and houses as an act of purification. Cremation is another village shop where the whole family and friends of the deceased person is involved. The body was carried from his home land through the village to the cremation site, where space in a gigantic sarcophagus and burned to the ground.</p>
<p>7) Sea Sports<br />
Bali has some of the most colorful and interesting sea life you&#8217;ll ever see. Famous dive sites are located in Amed and Tulamben Menjangan Island where shipwrecks in the northwest, and Pandang Bali and Lembongan Island in the east to a few. Nusa Dua and Sanur is ideal for snorkeling, but there are many other areas.</p>
<p> <img src='http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/blog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_cool.gif' alt='8)' class='wp-smiley' /> Visit active volcanoes<br />
Indonesia has hundreds of volcanoes and Bali has some of her famous either. Kintamani city is where you will see the 2800m high mountain of Bali, a popular tourist destination in Bali. The volcano has a large caldera lake and it is possible to go on a sunrise hike to the summit of Mount Batur when you wake up early enough! Mount Agung, the location of the largest and most sacred temple in Bali, Puri Besakih is Bali&#8217;s highest and most sacred mountain at 3142m high. Pura Besakih, the Mother Temple Bali is where the main ceremonies are held, and worth a visit if you have the opportunity to go on a tour east Bali, especially in April when the temple was his birthday.</p>
<p>9) Country Adventure Activities<br />
Apart from the southern tourist cities, Bali is an island still very much in its natural state as compared to other tourist destinations. You&#8217;ll soon see that there are many places that the ideal site for exciting adventure activities provide. Bali is not just Kuta and Nusa Dua. Travel north and you&#8217;ll find out what the real Bali has to offer in culture, spectacular landscapes and experiences, modern tourist cities with shopping malls are completely devoid of.</p>
<p>The rivers, mountains and jungles are all places where you can experience Bali away from the tourist crowds. Rafting the Ayung beautiful or down the heart stops Telaga River rapids, one of the more popular activities for tourists coming to Bali. A mountain bike ride from Kintamani down to Ubud through PADI fields and small villages with friendly locals is another pleasant activity for families and individuals. Bali is home to Taro Elephant Park, complete with accommodations, activities and elephant fun for all ages. You can ride an elephant through the jungle, admire their intelligence and let them make you laugh when you visit Taro Elephant Safari Park in Bali. Quad drive takes you through the jungle and rugged terrain. Canyon Pipe, where you sit in a floating tube and coast down a river through the jungle is another fun activity. A new attraction, the Bali Safari and Marine Park is a unique blend of conservation of nature and culture. You will be able to see wildlife in natural surroundings and learn about the ancient Balinese culture in this tourist attraction.</p>
<p>10) Shop till you drop<br />
Finally, what the first thing that tourists tend to do on a trip to Bali and certainly has done. You Kuta Center, Galeria Nusa Dua, Matahari in Legian and Ubud Market, where you&#8217;ll find bargains of all kinds. The Balinese are renowned for their creative and artistic skills evident in the many arts and crafts found throughout the island. Many boats factories in Tegallalang and surrounding areas. Skilled silversmiths in the village Celuk, sell their creations in the eclectic shops of Ubud, but you will be able to buy jewelry at slightly better prices. Sukawati art market where a lot of the substances used in the Balinese clothing and handmade crafts available, such as woven baskets at good prices. Crafts and images are made from natural products found in Bali, such as coconut wood, bamboo and volcanic sand stone. Masks and puppets make interesting gifts. You will also find many unique home furnishing items like table runners, lampshades and wall decorations to give your home a touch of Bali style when you return. Furniture is often available at attractive prices compared to if you were to buy them from outside <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/">Bali</a>.</p>
<p>So you, a list of many things you can do in Bali. Relax, get fit, have fun, gain new experiences and most of all, an unforgettable vacation. And if you count them up, you have more than 10 things to do there. This is not an exhaustive list, but more than enough for a 3-7 day trip to this beautiful and magical island of the Gods.</p>
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		<title>Top Five Dive Sites in Indonesia</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Indonesia &#8211; an archipelago consisting of over 17, 000 islands, a volcanic arc that spreads over two thousand miles from Sumatra in the west to Papua in the east. In the heart of the Coral Triangle, a region that scientists believe holds the planets highest concentration of marine biodiversity, Indonesia certainly plays host to some of the <a href="http://www.iexplore.com/activities/scuba_top10.jhtml?activity=Scuba+Diving">world&#8217;s finest </a>dive sites. Natural quality of a dive is purely subjective, but here are my top five for diving in Indonesia.</p>
<p>Pantee Peunateng, Pulau Weh, Sumatra: This high adrenalin diving is very sensitive, making it an intense experience, even when conditions are quieter than most. A reef edge with dramatic steep walls usually have strong currents that attract many species of pelagic fish. Black and white tip is often seen as larger fish, attracted by the nutrients brought in by ocean currents include whale sharks, mola mola and Mantas. Not for the faint hearted Pantee Peunateng is definitely a wild experience</p>
<p>Lekaun One, Bunaken Island, North Sulawesi: The infamous Lekaun dive sites have always been on many a passenger list while scuba diving in Indonesia. The flat reef that surrounds the island to dive hundreds of meters to create a dramatic wall covered with hard and soft corals desperate fight for space. Hunting reef shark and trevally can often be seen working their way up on the reef, while the giant green turtles rest in racks on the wall.</p>
<p>The Crossing, Raja Ampat: One of the more popular dive sites of Raja Ampat and only 50-10 meters deep it forms a river as sea inlet, where many passengers snake out to meet the underwater caves. A truly mystical experience is one of many in the region like it. Tree canopies overhead close to it while the sun rays bring the dramatic colors of the reef.</p>
<p>Hairball, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi: The macro life, there are few places on earth that can compare with the Lembeh Strait. The black sand slope at Hair Ball is hosting a great abundance of marine life. On a typical dive here, you can expect to find many types of octopus, eels, snake, frogs, fish, star gazers and nudibranchs (sea slugs), where in other parts of the world, these observations will be few and far between.</p>
<p>Langkoi Rock, Komodo: A submerged Pinnacle found not far from Langkoi Island to the southwest of Komodo makes an interesting dive. The walls surrounding the high point drop off steeply to great depths. Postponed to strong currents and waves, it attracts many types of sharks, including gray reefs, white tips, hammer sharks and bronze whalers. Many believe it is a breeding ground for many gray sharks. Langkoi Rock is a real heart pounding experience diving. For more information about diving in Indonesia <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/">visit diving in </a>Indonesia.</p>
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		<title>Top Holiday Spots Indonesia</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are some information about about top holiday spots Indonesia. Indonesia The name Indonesia has its roots in two Greek words: &#8220;Eurasian&#8221; meaning Indian and &#8220;Neso&#8221; which means islands. This is an appropriate description of the archipelago, as there are &#8230; <a href="http://www.balivillasseminyak.com/blog/2010/09/22/top-holiday-spots-indonesia/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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<p>Indonesia</p>
<p>The name Indonesia has its roots in two Greek words: &#8220;Eurasian&#8221; meaning Indian and &#8220;Neso&#8221; which means islands. This is an appropriate description of the archipelago, as there are estimated to be a total of 17,508 islands, of which only about 6,000 are inhabited, stretching for 5,150 km between the Australian and Asian continent. The main islands are Sumatra, Kalimantan), Sulawesi Irian Jaya), and last but not least Java. The capital, Jakarta, has a fascinating and important history</p>
<p>Climate &#8211; Indonesias tropical climate is certain. The main seasons are summer, winter and monsoon, it is devoid of autumn and spring.</p>
<p>Culture &#8211; Indonesia is rich in art and culture intertwined with religion and traditions. The basic principles which guide life under the concepts of mutual assistance or &#8220;gotong royong&#8221;. Religious influence on society vary from island to island. Indonesia is rich with culture with 250 to 300 ethnic groups live here.<br />
From the graceful court and temple dances to charming folk dances and boisterous play, offering the performing arts in Indonesia an astounding range of types and styles, shadow puppeteer is famous.</p>
<p>Kitchen &#8211; fish has a prominent place in the diet as fresh, salted, dried, smoked or a paste. Coconut is everywhere. Pin the food varies from traditional rice, corn, sago, cassava to sweet potatoes.</p>
<p>Hot Spot Indonesia is a mixture of beaches, forests and cities-Amlapura, Bali Barat National Park, Irian Jaya,, Java, Jakarta, Baluran National Park, Karimunjawa Islands, Kalimantan (Borneo), Gili Islands, Gunung Rinjani (Mount Rinjani) , Kuta,, Pulau Bunaken, Rantepao, Tanatoraja,, Sumatra, Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park (Great Bukit Barisan Forest Park), Harau Valley, Jangga Village, Kerinci-Seblat National Park, Lingga Village, Medan, Mentawai Islands, Ngalau Indah Caves , Ngarai Sianok (Sianok Canyon), Padang, Pandaan Beach, Pandi Sikat, Parapat, Samosir Island, Siberut Island, Sipiso-piso Waterfall, Taman Hutan Raya Bung Hatta, and more.</p>
<p>Malaysia<br />
Malay Peninsula has thrived from its central position in the maritime trade routes between China, India and the Middle East. Is shown on early map with a label that translates as &#8220;Golden Chersonese&#8221;, the Straits of Malacca were referred to as &#8220;Sinus Ricus Saba. The two distinct parts of Malaysia, separated from each other by the South China Sea, has a largely similar landscape in that both West and East Malaysia feature coastal plains rising to often near wooded hills and mountains. Putrajaya is the newly created administrative capital, while capital isKuala Lumpur. George Town, Ipoh, Johor Bahru, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Alor Sar, Malacca Tow, and Janis are the major cities.</p>
<p>Climate &#8211; It is hot and humid all year round in Malaysia.</p>
<p>Culture &#8211; Malaysia is a multiethnic, multicultural and multilingual society, consisting of 52% Malays and other indigenous tribes. With Male Irish, Chinese and Indians living side sideThe music, art, food, dance, architecture and general daily life affected by all three to some degree, creating some of the most fascinating sounds of Asian sights and tastes . Malaysian traditional music is heavily influenced by Chinese and Islamic forms, it is mainly based around gendang (drum), but includes other percussion instruments. The country has a strong tradition of dance and dance dramas, some of Thai, Indian and Portuguese origin. Other artistic forms include wayang kulit (shadow puppetry), sifted (a stylized martial arts).</p>
<p>Kitchen &#8211; there is a wide variation, spicy Malaysian food, a seemingly endless Chinese food, exotic dishes from northern and southern India, as well as Nyonya and Portuguese Food.</p>
<p>Hot Spots &#8211; Malaysia&#8217;s love of Western style is quite clear in its big cities, Kuala Lumpur, Penang etc. Malaysia has some of the most beautiful beaches, mountains and national parks in Asia. Cameron Highlands, Batu Caves, Lake Gardens, Sepilok Orang-Utan Rehabilitation Centre, Taman Negara National Park</p>
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		<title>Jakarta Indonesia &#8211; great destination place in Asia</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Jakarta &#8211; one of the best places in southeast Asia. Jakarta is such a wonderful place to visit that it is often referred to as best described as a mixture of Bangkok and New Delhi. It is rich in culture and architecture. Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia is the representative of Indonesian culture and history. The most densely populated city in South Asia. Visitors often reserve flights to Jakarta to explore this interesting city and throughout Indonesia as well. A few nice places in Jakarta are:</p>
<p>National Museum, Jakarta: The National Museum is the best place to visit if you want toexplore the historical details, the ancient heritage, archaeological or anthropological minute changes in Indonesia after booking your cheap flights to Jakarta from UK, with flights to Jakarta, it is an archaeological, historical, ethnological and geographical Indonesian Museum. This is to preserve Indonesia&#8217;s history over two centuries. Museum has a collection of 61 600 prehistoric and anthropological artifacts. This museum has a large collection of bronzes, textiles, Numismatics, Ethnography, Ceramics and Stone Sculpture. The museum also displays more than 100,000 artifacts to make your flight to Jakarta, Indonesia more fun.</p>
<p>Ragunan Zoo: Ragunan Zoo is a popular place to visit during the holidays. Ragunan zoo exhibits 550 species of tropical plants and over 3,000 animals from Indonesia and around the world. This is an area of more than 10 Hector. Visitors to Jakarta flight will see many different animals in the zoo and the like; Komodo lizard, tapir, Anoa, Java tiger, banteng, wild ox and brightly colored birds. Every year three million visitors to Jakarta, Indonesia flight to visit the zoo.</p>
<p>Chinatown Jakarta: There is a special place to visit in Jakarta Indonesia.I It is home to vibrant Chinese communities. Tourists get cheap flights to Jakarta can get to the spot several houses, shops, traditional markets and small food stalls scattered throughout the living area. This is the area known as the Chinese market Goldok Market, where after Jakarta Indonesia flights you will be able consumer electronic products, buy, such as television, radio, computer, Chinese novelty merchandise and hardware.</p>
<p>There are plenty of other attractions to visit in Jakarta, Jakarta, your flight will give you the opportunity to visit similar, Maritime Museum, National Monument, the Puppet Museum and Miniature Park. You may visit these sites to book flights to Jakarta by Indonesia from the United Kingdom, which are easily and quickly available</p>
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