Archive for July, 2016
Halal Bi Halal Posted by asimonoff on Jul 31, 2016
Halal bi halal is a social gathering to celebrate Lebaran ‘Eid-al-Fitr’ which is held after the event with co-worker, family, and friends. It has become an annual tradition that uniquely Indonesian. The focus of activity is asking each other forgiveness from any wrongdoing with shaking hands. Often time, it is also a moment to renew the acquaintance…
Streets, Beats & Eats – Seminyak Posted by sasha on Jul 27, 2016
Seminyak is one of the most popular areas of Bali. Days here can be spent lounging on the beach, or out in the water surfing or boogie boarding. There are tons of options for dining and nightlife as well. Sunsets are big here, and the party really gets going when the sun goes down. Explore…
Uluwatu and Kecak Dance Video Posted by sasha on Jul 25, 2016
One item that is high atop tour itineraries in Bali is a visit to Uluwatu Temple to see a kecak performance. Explore this important Balinese temple and see highlights from the traditional dance in this short video. Sunset at Uluwatu with the kecak performance is a highlight of any Bali trip.
Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Dance Posted by sasha on Jul 21, 2016
Bali is home to over a thousand pura (temples), which play a vital role in the daily lives of the island’s inhabitants. Temples in every village across the island host important ceremonies, such as Purnama (full moon) and funerals. While each temple is important in its own right, the nine directional temples are a step above the…
Bajawa – Villages and Hot Springs Posted by sasha on Jul 13, 2016
The town of Bajawa in Flores is a great base for exploring traditional Ngada villages and natural hot springs. Check it out in this short video tour, featuring the villages of Wogo and Bena.
Villages and Hot Springs in Bajawa Posted by sasha on Jul 11, 2016
From the sleepy capital of Ende, we continued on our journey across Flores to the town of Bajawa. Located at 1,100 meters above sea level, the cool air of Bajawa is a nice respite from the stifling heat of the lowlands. Although the town isn’t much, the surroundings are well worth exploring. With traditional Ngada…
Lebaran – The End of Ramadan Posted by sasha on Jul 6, 2016
Today is an important holiday in Indonesia and all across the Muslim world. Eid al-Fitr (“festival of breaking the fast”) marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, during which people fast from sun up to sun down. In Indonesia, it’s known as Hari Raya Idul Fitri, or more commonly Lebaran. While Idul Fitri is simply the Indonesian…