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When the pace of the Jakarta lifestyle starts to get you down ... and
you need a little holiday vacation in a more scenic, rural or adventurous
setting ... check out some of these Great Escapes. As expatriates living
in Indonesia, we have the unique advantage of being within a few hours
flight or drive from beautiful pristine beaches, towering volcanic mountains,
great scuba diving/snorkeling, verdant rain forest, wildlife refugees
and fascinating cultural experiences.
Take a long weekend, or use a portion of your annual holiday leave to
see more of this fascinating country that we expats are temporarily calling
home. Just imagine the air fares you'd be spending to get back to Indonesia
again for holidays in the future! Many savvy tourism operators, recognizing
the great pool of potential customers right here in-country, offer discounts
to resident expatriates. Don't get stuck in the big city ... get out and see what Indonesian
life is like in more laid back, traditional settings.
Many of these sponsors listed below offer special rates for KITAS holders, so mention you saw their listing on the Living in Indonesia website, and see if they offer a discount!
Bali
 Two
expatriate New Zealanders, Aprile and Hugh Collett, who have lived and
worked in Indonesia for more than 15 years, have planned, built and now
operate Alam Sari Resort
in the small Balinese village of Keliki located in the cool hills north
of Ubud.
Their aim has been to create a small, quiet hotel with all the modern
facilities which allow its vacationing guests to experience aspects of
the Balinese landscape, people and culture that the larger beach-based
resort cannot do. By maintaining close links with the local villag ers,
Alam Sari offers many opportunities for our guests to experience unspoiled
Bali while enjoying the hospitality and personal service that a small
hotel can offer. Relax and rejuvenate at Spa Alam Sari and enjoy the fitness
facilities for a to ensure yours is a relaxing and refreshing vacation.
Newly opened at Alam Sari - beautiful Villa
Teratai is a three-bedroomed villa built in Balinese style and set
in lush tropical gardens high above rice terraces with superb panoramic
views from every room. Special rates for stays of 5 nights or more.
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 Voted one of the ten most romantic hotels in Bali. The
Watergarden features twelve elegant bungalows and one suite
set amidst luxuriant tropical gardens and surrounded by lily ponds. Only
the murmur of flowing water, bird song and the splash of leaping fish
disturb the tranquility. Located in the small village of Candi Dasa the
hotel is a popular place for those wishing to avoid the chaos of Kuta
and to explore the delights East Bali has to offer during their vacation.
Landrover Tours, Trekking, fishing, diving, snorkeling and boat charters
are on offer, although the staff's natural warmth and friendliness make
it hard to leave the hotel. For info on nearby diving read Water
World - one expat's experiences learning to dive in East Bali.
Designed, built and operated by the expat owners, the hotel's restaurant,
The Watergarden Kafe, is justly renowned for its
diverse menu, fabulous frozen margaritas, twice a week BBQs, and vegetarian
dishes - and as the local meeting place every evening at Happy Hour.
 Discover
a haven embraced by nature where tranquil pleasures await. The perfect
place to do so is Taman
Rahasia - “The Secret Garden” Boutique Resort &
Spa, nestled in the quaint village of Penestanan, Ubud. Seven comfortably
appointed rooms reside amongst lush tropical gardens, towering coconut
palms and gently swaying bamboo. Exceptional service, absolute tranquility
and relaxation make this a favorite spot for expats. Enjoy the natural
stone swimming pool and waterfall, or pamper yourself at our Spavox award-winning
Spa. One or Two Day “hands-on” Balinese Cooking School offered,
plus special 3 Night Value Packages available. In nearby Ubud, the “Cultural
Heart of Bali,” you’ll find an abundance of shops, museums,
galleries, restaurants and entertainment. As you can see - everything
you need for your holiday getaway is tucked away into one perfect Secret
Garden . . . a little jewel of a hotel where we do everything with an
extra measure of care and personal attention. Won't you join us? Special Rates available for expats -- mention the “Living in Indonesia” site for additional savings!
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 Balispirit.com
- your connection to Holistic Bali - is a centralized registry of Bali's
holistic healers, resorts, spas, healthy restaurants, yoga studios, educational
classes and eco-tours, retreats and workshops. We are an earth-friendly,
socially responsible and health-mind-body conscious organization. Join
us for a Bali Yoga Holiday and find your peace of mind with Balispirit.
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 Live
richly in the heart of Seminyak, just minutes from fashionable night spots
such as Ku de ta, Hu’u bar, and la Lucciola. The
Elysian Luxury Boutique Villas is raising the lifestyle bar
and attracting Asia’s trend-setters with the villas sleek comfortable
design and chic little extras such as pre loaded ipod nanos and of course
your own private pool. The use of ergonomic design has been carefully
planned to treat you famously and create glamorous villas which offer
a high degree of privacy whilst also giving a sense of openness. Step
into a new world of luxury and elegance and enjoy the clean shapes and
surprising compositions that give character to each and every space. Whether
it means pampering yourself in our spa or tantalizing your taste buds
in our restaurant, an exceptional Elysian villa is simply a frame for
an exceptional holiday. Spoil yourself at the Elysian and enjoy the impossible
dream - after all…. there is only one you.
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 Discover
Bali’s ultimate number one holiday destination - the fabulous Tirta
Ayu Hotel (which means lovely waters). Located within the beautiful,
secure 22-acre grounds of Bali’s most treasured Royal Water Palace
at Tirtagangga, the resort is located in the Karangasem Regency of East
Bali which is overlooked by Mount Agung. Views of the surrounding countryside
are blessed with some of the most amazing rice terraces with the warm
crystal clear ocean in the distance. The mornings are stunning and inspire
many guests to walk, and take photographs. In fact, many artists have
painted these spectacular landscapes. The visual stimulus is breathtaking;
this is the real Bali at its best and an ideal base to explore this magical
island. At Tirta Ayu guest’s can enjoy being treated like Gods and
Goddesses with first class royal treatment, be pampered and experience
total relaxation. Island healers have praised the waters of the holy spring
at Tirtagangga, for their healing and youth giving powers. It is said
that if one bathes in the waters of Tirtagangga on the full moon, one
is blessed with lasting youth and all illnesses will be healed. Is it
any wonder that Tirtagangga is known as "The Fountain of Youth"
of Bali ?
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 Nagisa Bali Luxury Villa Management and Villa Rentals is a professional property management team that strives to manage villas and provide only first class villa rental accommodation in Bali combined with hands on approach to customer care and a genuine desire to give you the very best value for money. With our exclusive selections of beautiful and romantic Balinese villas, we aim to pamper you during your stay with:
spacious and unique villa designs, affordable couple or group lodging, intimate privacy with your loved ones, personalized services provided, and private chef for your dining pleasure., Enjoy a memorable and wonderful stay in Bali with privileged services fit for kings and queens!
 Lotus
Bungalows, located in Candidasa, is an ideal base for explorations
of eastern Bali, as well as a quieter alternative to the southern tourism
centers. Set in a peaceful lush garden, Lotus Bungalows is located at
the entrance of Candidasa and is only 1.5 hours away from the Ngurah Rai
International Airport near Denpasar. With a very high international standard
of service and comfort, Lotus Bungalow is the perfect place for honeymooners,
nature lovers and diving enthusiasts. 20 well-appointed bungalows, comfortably
decorated, have a spacious verandah overlooking the ocean and the Lombok
Straits. All rooms are equipped with the many features you'd expect to
find at a first class resort. Enjoy the pool, the excellent restaurant,
or take advantage of the PADI dive center at the Bungalows to explore
nearby diving spots such as Tulamben, and Menjangan. Visit soon and enjoy
the hospitality of the ancient village of Candidasa, home to many cultural
attractions.
 Bali
Adventure Tours is a long established Bali tours operator with
world class activities including Bali rafting adventures, river kayaking,
white water rafting in Bali, jungle trekking Bali, paragliding, and mountain
cycling. You can also enjoy world class facilities such as the Bali Elephant
Safari Park where you can touch, feed and ride an elephant through a Balinese
tropical jungle. See elephants painting and take home elephant artwork,
the sales of which help to save this endangered species. Wander through
the elephant museum or lush tropical botanical gardens. You can also celebrate
your wedding or renewal your wedding vows at the Elephant Park. All tours
are owned and operated by Bali Adventure Tours. Contact us and let us
arrange a truly unforgettable experience during your next stay in Bali.
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 Revel
in the spacious luxury of 123 suites and villas at the St.
Regis Resort in Bali, each beautifully appointed with handcrafted
Balinese art, inviting balconies and large marble bathrooms. Fragrant
gardens and private pools surround magnificent villas and residences.
Tranquility and barefoot elegance entwine on the soft, sandy beaches of
Nusa Dua, the Garden of Bali. Swim through calm blue lagoons and savour
the feeling of a lavishly appointed private residence. This St. Regis
address is like no other. From seductive treatments in the spacious Remède
Spa to exquisite dining within reach of azure waters, experience remarkably
personalized, bespoke service on 8.8 HA of lush, private land, all adjacent
to the magnificent Bali Golf & Country Club.
 Prestige
Bali Villas is the trusted name in professional villa management and marketing services in Bali. Based in Seminyak, we have built up a magnificent portfolio of the finest luxury holiday accommodation available on the Island. Many of our guests return to us time after time because they know that we understand exactly what they want....privacy, luxury and absolute pampering by genuine, caring and well trained staff.
We believe we have achieved our excellent reputation within the Bali accommodation market because of the standards of excellence we present in everything we do. From your very first contact with us, during your stay and even after checkout, you can be assured that the people at Prestige will look after you every step of the way.
 The Kayana is a luxurious collection of private villas, hidden in the heart of the fashionable Seminyak district and supported by exemplary service and facilities. Our 24 villas are gracefully arranged on a peaceful pathway. The style is classy, modern and minimalist with geometric lines and artistic flair, cleverly blending chic sophistication with the traditions of Bali. Each villa, with its fresh contemporary decor, is designed to provide peace and privacy, while being equipped with everything that you will need for your comfort and convenience. Facilities at The Kayana include the tranquil Ayur Spa, where you can relax your mind, body and soul. Choose from a menu of traditional massage and indulgent body treatments, and be pampered into a state of lingering bliss by our skilled spa therapists. Enjoy leisurely lunches and romantic dinners at The Dauh Restaurant & Lounge, with a fine selection of international and local cuisine. Positioned beside The Dauh Restaurant and Lounge is the main Swimming Pool; this large and enticing lap pool melts into the ambience and overflows into infinity. Bali is renowned for the warm hospitality of its people and this is evident in the friendly smiles and attentive, yet unobtrusive, service of our considerate staff. We have the expertise and the facilities to coordinate small private meetings, receptions and weddings. Our multi-purpose Function Room is centrally located for your convenience. Considerable care has been taken to ensure that all villas and public areas can be accessed by handicapped guests. At The Kayana, our dedicated team of personal butlers is on hand, 24 hours a day, to look after your every need throughout the duration of your stay. Every guest who steps through the door of The Kayana will be embarking on a unique experience of uncompromising quality and attention to detail. Our desire is to present you with a blissful lifestyle experience.
 North Bali Divecenter is a small beachfront resort for scuba divers in the quiet Northwest of Bali. We organize diving trips to the wonderful coral reefs and the muck-divespots in North Bali. Menjangan, Secret Bay, Puri Jati and Tulamben are among the most famous of our dive destinations. Small groups of max. 4 divers per guide are guaranteed. Nitrox is available. Our education program for Scuba Divers ranges from Beginner to Instructor. All our bungalows offer a spectacular ocean view. The restaurant next to our pool offers Balinese and Indonesian food, as well as some Western dishes. The spa services includes Bali massage, Hot Stone Massage, Herbal Massage, and others.
 Alam Anda Dive & Spa Resort has been a "popular secret"for many years and today
has a loyal following of those looking for the perfect
holiday destination. The hotel consists of nine
Seafront Bungalows, twelve Deluxe Garden Bungalows, two
Losmen, the Ambu Ambu double bungalow, two Bahari villas,
the Lumba Lumba villa, and the Purnama villa. The resort is located on the northeast coast of Bali, hidden behind coconut and
orange plantations, far away from the crowded tourist areas, At Alam Anda Dive & Spa Resort it is
still possible to find the original Bali with its culture
and the typical living habits of its people. On the almost
empty beaches you might occasionally meet a fisherman or
children playing - but no sign of tourists. Guests enjoy the two
hectare palm garden, with hundreds of shady coconut and
Lontar palm trees, Kambodjas, Eucalyptus, and banana trees - the fulfilled dream of a German architect. Our motto says it all ... "Our guests are our friends. We wish to indulge them in all
aspects: in diving, culturally, culinary and at the Spa -
bodily." Because of this there is a 30 min.
Santai Massage included in each 5-day diving package.
 The Siddhartha Dive Resort & Spa, built in 2009, sets a new
standard for hotels in the northeastern region of Bali.
This hotel offers you the luxury of a boutique hotel with
stunning architecture in a fabulous setting, yet prices are
still reasonable. The mood is informal and
relaxed, so you will be able to truly unwind. Siddhartha is a
fantastic diving resort situated directly on the
beach in the small village of Kubu. The hotel has seven Superior bungalows, 18 deluxe
bungalows, five Ocean Front Deluxe bungalows as well as the "Santai & Pantai", two dream villas with their own
swimming pools. Located far from all the commercial tourism, the 30 bungalows &
villas blend in perfectly within the 2.66 hectare
surrounding terraced landscape. The stunningly beautiful
tropical garden has been created around the existing palm trees and natural
vegetation. Most of the bungalows have an ocean
view, along the 180m of
beachfront, thanks to the slightly sloping landscape. Bali's most
holy mountain, the imposing 3,241 m high Mount Agung,
towers in the background, the seat of the Gods!
 Bali Villas & Hotels We offer luxury, traditional villas, in Bali Island & links to Bali hotels & other resorts. Low Rates Guaranteed!
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