June 2010

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Tip List for FAMILY Holiday in Bali

Bali is a perfect place for those who are on holiday with children. Bring all your family to explore the island. You all will love the natural surroundings, and it is definitely easy to find a baby sitter or somebody to take care of your kids.

Kids club are available in major hotels. Many hotels offer family room with children discounts policy which is good optional for family term.

Bali villa is also a good alternative for accommodation, which is now, becomes holiday trend in Bali. Mostly one villa consists of more than one bedroom that caters for family.

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Sunday, June 13, 2010

Tip List of HONEYMOON Vacation in Bali

Bali is the paradise for honeymooner that many couple wishes to spend such a special occasion on the island. It's mesmerized various views such as; beaches, mountain, rice field, and romantic place to stay like: Bali hotel, resort, and villa. Bali private villa shall enable you to get a perfect honeymoon, no disturbance, no noisy sound, truly serenity, just sound of nature. Fresh atmosphere will refresh your mind & body.

Bali rich culture would contribute to make your honeymoon the unforgettable one; you'll find something that is unique, beautiful, memorable and fun, the experience of a lifetime, which cannot be gained at other places.

Bali is a tiny island but has so much wonderful things to offer. Many travel agents / tour operator provide worldwide choice of honeymoon ideas.

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Saturday, June 12, 2010

VISA REGULATION

Visiting Indonesia without Any Visa

The government of Indonesia has changed its visa policy for foreign tourists effective February 1st. 2004.Entering Indonesia without any visa is possible now only for nationals of the following 11 countries and territories: Brunei Darussalam, Chile, Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, Morocco, Peru, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.

Citizens of the above countries will be issued on arrival a stay permit for 30 days free of charge upon presentation of a passport which is valid at least for another 6 months. This stay permit cannot be extended or converted into another type of visa.

VISA on ARRIVAL (VoA)

This facility is now available for nationals of the following countries: Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Libya, Lichtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Maldives, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Panama, People's Republic of China, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Suriname, Switzerland, Sweden, Taiwan, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and the United States of America.

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Friday, June 11, 2010

Recommended Area to Stay in Bali

NUSA DUA, Tanjung Benoa

Bali's southern peninsula is where you find today most of the island's international 4 and 5-star Bali Hotels and Resorts - set in Nusa Dua's manicured and not very Balinese garden environment. Nice beach with shallow water, no high waves. All kinds of water sports, 18-hole golf course. Nusa Dua Galleria center with a variety of rather expensive restaurants, shops, and department stores. Some more reasonably priced restaurants are located in adjacent Tanjung Benoa and Bualu village. No night life to speak of.

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Wednesday, June 09, 2010

TOURIST INFORMATION

Integrated Tourism

Information Center (ITIC) - A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta.

Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361
Tel: (0361) 766188

Ngurah Rai International Airport

Tel: (0361) 751011

Badung Government Tourism Office

Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta
Tel: (0361) 756175/76

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AIRLINES INFO

DEPARTURE

Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure.
Airport tax : Rp. 150,000 for International departure and Rp 30.000 for Domestic departure.
Residents pay an additional Rp. 2.5 million Fiscal tax for international departures, whereas holders of official tax registration (NPWP) numbers are Fiscal tax-exempt.

AIRLINES

Ngurah Rai International Airport

Tel : (0361) 751011, ext 0 for Operator

Cathay Pacific Airways

Wisthi Sabha Building, 2nd Floor, Ngurah Rai International Airport
Call Centre: 0804-1-888888

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Tuesday, June 08, 2010

Foreign Consulates and Representatives

Here is the list of Foreign Consulates and Representatives in Bali.

Australian Consulate

http://www.dfat.gov.au/bali
Office : Jalan Tantular, No. 32, Renon, Denpasar
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 08am - 04pm
Phone : 0361.241118 / Fax : 0361 221195, 0361.241120
Email : bali.congen@drat.gov.au

Austria

Office : C/O Swiss Restaurant, Jl. Werkudara, Legian Kaja
Office Hours : Monday to Friday 09am – 04pm
Phone : 0361.751735 / Fax : 0361.754457
Email : swisscon@denpasar.wasantara.net.id

Brazil

Office : Jl Raya Legian No.186, Kuta 80361
Office hours : Monday to Friday 10.00am-6pm
Phone : 0361.757 775 / Fax: 0361.751 005
Emergency : 081344928
Email : brazilconsul@bali.net

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SMART TIPS for ENJOYING BALI

Enjoy your holiday in Bali and make it smooth and enjoyably.

DO's

Reconfirm your outbound flight.
Drink a lot of bottled water as you may dehydrated easily.
Leave your important documents in your hotel safe and wandering around with the copies.
Shop around when intending to change money as the rate may vary, check if the commission is added or not.
Show your respect by wearing sarong when entering temple.
Change money at a reputable looking location, use your own (or the hotel's) calculator before changing!
Put on loads of High Factor Waterproof Sun Cream (especially if you intend to spend a lot of time in the water).
Be careful with your belongings at all times. Crime is on the increase and can ruin your holiday. Cases of handbag snatching have been reported, so leave important documents in your hotel safe and wear your bag across your shoulders!
Try not to step on offerings in the street (walk around them).
Respect the slow pace of processions when stuck behind one, for instance, don't honk!
Haggle when buying (except on price-tagged goods).