Thursday, June 16, 2011

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Sunset Dinner Cruise

There's no better way to spend a balmy tropical evening than on Bali Hai's evening Dinner Cruise. As the sun goes down we set off on a relaxing cruise around the harbour. Take in the cool night air on the topdeck, be entertained by famous strolling Batakos Singers, savour a delicious international buffet dinner, then dance the night away at disco or enjoy live cabaret show.

Departs at 5.45pm - Returns at 8.45pm

Saturday, June 11, 2011

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Shopping at Sukawati

One of art markets that are already popular among visitors is Sukawati art market. Sukawati road-facing market located in the Gianyar Regency has a strategic position as it is passed through during the tour to some destinations to the east.

Sukawati art market is also not so far away from village of Celuk, the center of gold & silversmiths. You can drop in after watching barong and kris dance performance in the morning. It can be accessed through bemo transport, tour bus or taxi.

It is just like a myriad of art shops that offers wide range of products. Simply one stop-shopping. Many items sold in Kuta or other areas originate from here and are considerably cheaper if bought here. One outlet may provide more than one item, like garments, souvenirs, paintings (unframed),
basketry, colorful kites and so on.

Buying giveaways to commemorate the holiday has to be a must. So take advantage the holiday time to find out something memorable on the art market of Sukawati. This market is very unique as it is already open in the early morning and visited by both domestic and foreign visitors. It is very close to other destinations in the Gianyar Regency.

A good place to explore the shopping experience in a natural way, get in touch with common people and see how the locals go about the art of negotiation. Yes, shopping is also an art of
experience. On the one hand, you may enjoy many kinds of art products all in one spot. It reflects the diversity of local art and crafts and the creativity of its people.

You will get a new experience in the 'art of buying'. You must bargain the price eventhough the vendor offers you a "morning price." Meaning especially low, to start off the trading day
with a few sales already and make the day a successful one.

It does not mean you have to accept it as it is, it's not a fixed price. If you are good at bargaining you will get the best price you can afford and the vendor keeps "smiling and thanking you". If they don't smile anymore, you know his cost is higher than your offer. Good at bargaining is a bit
more than insisting on a price. You need to provide a logical reason why your offer is so low and still should be accepted

Monday, June 6, 2011

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Sunset at Uluwatu

Another most spectacular temple to watch sunset in addition to Tanah Lot on the island of Bali.

The view are best enjoyed on to different angle on both northern and southern portions of the area.

There are a lot of monkey over there hence you need to be a little bit cautious about your belongings especially valuables one. Precautionary signs however, have been put at few places to remind about the monkey aggressiveness.


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Submarine adventure

The exotic undersea world can now be experienced by people of all ages and physical condition, in a safe and comfortable atmosphere.

By appealing to everyone from professional scuba divers to the most timid non-swimmers, this sightseeing submarine excursions will attract passengers from all walks of life.

Battery-powered so as to pose no threat to the fragile marine environment, this undersea excursion craft can carry 36 passengers in air-conditioned comfort to depths as deep as 150 feet. You will be able to look out and see the fantasy of rarely visited reefs and wide variety colored marine creatures in famous Bali dive site.