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weekenders BALI, INDONESIA
Situated just beyond Denpasar is the beautiful beach resort of Sanur where you can enjoy water sports and romantic beachfront dining. Its pristine sandy beaches are fringed by attractive boutique shops and fine seafood restaurants.
The real cultural heart of Bali however is the town of Ubud which offers numerous fine art galleries and cultural centres. The surrounding countryside
is filled with traditional stone carving, ceramic and textile producing villages such as Mas, Penestanan and Batuan.
Ubud is also the place to be for some of the best white water rafting and hiking. You can trek through some dense jungle near
Bali’s only active volcano, Mount Batur or enjoy the beach life on the north coast. Bali’s highest volcano, Mount Agung
is on the eastern side of Bali. When you ascend the stairs to the monumental courtyard you’ll find a central shrine dedicated to the Hindu trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. You can organise a local tour guide to take you to Mount Agung and along the way you can take in some other spectacular temples including Ganung Batukau and Tanah Lot.
Another popular beach town in the south of Bali is Jimbaran Bay. Every night the beaches are packed with makeshift wooden huts with eating houses offering
weekenders BALI, INDONESIA
Jenja Restaurant, Bar & Club
T: 0361 882 7711 Seminyak Jl. Nakula
Serving Arabian and Asian cuisine Jenja presents a one stop dining and evening entertainment restaurant on two levels. The first level features ultra stylish interiors and three dining areas including an outdoor area.
www.jenjabali.com
fresh seafood supplied by the local fisherman. You can indulge in a delightful meal of fresh fish or grilled lobster while mixing with the friendly locals.
At the end of your busy day exploring Bali what better way to escape the daily grind than with a luxurious spa treatment in exotic tropical surrounds. Enjoy a couple’s massage with your loved one or treat yourself to a manicure and pedicure.
RELAX
White Water Rafting
T 0361 721480
Grab your oars and get ready to rage with this exhilarating rafting adventure on the spectacular 33 Rapids on Ayung River.
www.baliadventuretours.com
STAY
RCI AFFILIATED RESORTS IN BALI INCLUDE:
Medewi Bay Retreat 6302
Just 20 minutes from Negara, Medewi Bay Retreat is an impressive tropical island resort
set amongst picturesque mountains and coconut plantations. The resort is surrounded by mountains, ocean and coconut plantations and has a massage gazebo to relax and revitalise.
Royal Bali Beach Club at Candidasa 3968
Located at Balina Beach on the outskirts of Candidasa, the resort is surrounded on one side by coral filled seas and on the other by an active volcano. Great for snorkeling and fishing and the resort has ambience that is uniquely Balinese. The resort has glass bottom boats for viewing sea life and a restaurant that provides regular entertainment in the evenings.
Regent Holidays @ Rama Candidas 6920 (SD24 SE24)
3 or 4 nights SPLIT WEEKS
Located in Candidasa on Bali’s eastern coast, this resort is far away from the crowds, on
a picturesque, private beach. Here you may enjoy mountain trekking and water sports, and swimmers may choose the shimmering ocean waters or relaxing by the swimming pool, set between the gardens and the deep blue sea.
For additional resort listings, visit RCI.com
or call 1300 368 800 AU or 0800 368 800 NZ
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Spa Bali Seminyak
T: 0361 737 932
Jl. Petitenget, Seminyak, Kerobokan, Seminyak, 80361
Open from 10am until 11pm daily the spa offers a complete array of spa and beauty treatments including massages, body scrubs, manicures, pedicures, hot stone massages and a complete hair salon facility.
www.spabali.biz Hatten Wines Tour
T: 0361 767 422
Komplex Dewa Ruci, Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai, Kuta
Pembroke Wines and Spirits offer an extensive selection of Central Otago wines as well as superb New Zealand, Australian and other European wines. For the craft beer enthusiast there’s also a huge selection of New Zealand craft beers to drink in or takeaway.
www.hattenwines.com
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Kendra Gallery
T 0361 736 628
Jalan Drupadi 88B, Seminyak
A great addition to the vibrant art scene in Seminyak the gallery is a great place for art- loving travellers to mingle with the creators behind the artworks. The gallery is within a 10 minute walk to Jalan Laksmana that is lined with world class restaurants.
www.kendragallery.com
Be My Guest Tours - Sea Walking Experience
T +65 6743 9812
A safe and unique underwater activity allowing you to walk on the sea bed and explore the myriad of marine life and corals around Sanur Beach. It’s the closest thing to scuba diving but without the hassle of heavy equipment.
Two hour duration.
www.bemyguest.com.sg
Elephant Safari Park, Taro, Ubud
T 0361 721480
Acclaimed as the World’s Best Elephant Park, facilities include an Information Centre, Museum with a large collection of elephant memorabilia and the only mammoth skeleton in South East Asia. Open 8am to 6pm daily.
www.baliadventuretours.com
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Zibiru Restaurant
T: 0361 733 265
Jalan Drupadi 7, Seminyak, Bali 80361
Zibiru offers farm-to-table authentic Italian cuisine in a unique Balinese setting. Live jazz every Wednesday and Saturday with dinner from 5pm - 12am.
www.zibiru.com
Jimbaran Bay Beachfront Restaurant
T: 0361 216 8521 Kelan, Jimbaran Bay
Enjoy delicious seafood and romantic sunsets while dining on the beach.
www.jimbaranbeachrestaurant.com
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