The world's largest coral reefs area

If you are a fan of underwater tours, of course, you will admire the beauty of the various species of coral that grow on the seabed. Starting from Acropora digitifera species shaped like a round-table until types of Acropora cervicornis with a cylindrical shape with many branches. Coral reef can be interpreted as a collection of marine animals that form the reef, then similar symbiosis with other plants, such as algae or zooxanhellae. Due to the active biological activity below sea level, the physical structure of coral reefs formed of calcium carbonate sediments.

Most coral reefs are living on the edge of the sea, approximately 50 meters below sea level, and still exposed to sunlight which is used as oxygen for life. However, there is also a living coral reef deep down the sea without getting light or no longer require sunlight. Coral reefs, providing habitat for various species of marine plants, marine animals, and other marine microorganisms are not yet known. Many of the benefits generated by a coral reef on the seabed and do you know where is the center of world's largest coral reef? If you ever dive in Bunaken sea, banda sea, and the Raja Ampat Islands, you are definitely not wrong to answer the questions above. Indonesia! yup, Indonesia is the center of the world's largest coral reef.

The region with cluster of beautiful coral and largest in the world's is called coral triangle region. This area includes Filipinos, Indonesia, Timor Leste, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. If the boundary line drawn surrounding coral reefs in the six countries, that's will resemble the shape of triangle. That is why the region is referred as the world's coral triangle.

Estimated from the total area of coral reefs in the world which reach 284 300 km2, 18% of them are in Indonesian territory. Total area of coral reefs in the triangle about 85 200 km2 . It also deals with Indonesia which as the largest maritime country in the world with 93 thousand km2 marine area. Today, the islands of Raja Ampat in West Papua is an archipelago with the highest number of coral species in the world.

Based on an ecological study led by The Nature Conservancy (TNC) by involving the experts of coral reefs and fish of the world in 2002, found about 537 species of coral and 1074 species of fish in the islands of Raja Ampat. The number of coral species in Raja Ampat is 75% of all the world's coral reefs have ever been found. Although the Caribbean islands in Central America and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park in Australia are well known, the region has only about 400 species of coral.

Several islands in Indonesia which is also has a fairly high coral species is the Komodo island (West Timor), Bunaken (North Sulawesi), Nusa Penida (Bali), Wakatobi (Southeast Sulawesi), Derawan Islands (East Kalimantan), and Cenderawasih Bay (Papua ). The archipelago are also being a major goal of nautical tourism, especially for diving. So it is not wrong if you go to Indonesia with the aim to dive in the beauty of the underwater panorama, because Indonesia is the center of largest coral reefs in the world's.

Cruise deal to Bali, Komodo Island, Borobudur and Australia on February 10 2012

Cruise travel bring some new experience for those of you who need a new adventure in traveling. Cruising the ocean for some weeks , surrounding by freedom and luxurious things, would be great idea to fill up your energy from your daily exhausting work. Get refresh to the exotic island of Indonesia and australia . You will passing to the last island fully of Big lizard (KOMODO DRAGONS) who lived in Komodo Island, or you can get the antique Batik ( originally Indonesia's wooden cloth ) at the city of Semarang. Mean while , youll be amaze with Sydney, a vibrant metropolis and leading player on the world stage is the ideal introduction to a voyage where your discovery of Australia promises billabongs and boomerangs, reefs and rainforest, kangaroos, koalas and crocs.

Dazzling turquoise-blue waters and pristine white sands, the Whitsunday Islands are a little piece of paradise. More riches lie in the outback ‘gold frontiers’, while Darwin is a springboard to the untouched wilderness of UNESCO listed Kakadu National Park. Singapore’s sleek skyline beckons but first dragons and a dazzling array of nature on Komodo. Bali – pure Indonesian magic, and the wonder of Borobudur. And the nearest cruise offers is from Voyages of Discover with 21 nights and departs on February 10 2012 using MV discovery cruise ship.

A glimpse of the MV Discovery Cruises

In 1967, two well known Oslo firms, Messrs. Fearnley & Eger and Øivind Lorentzen commenced talking about a joint cruise venture. A large number of tenders were received from European shipyards and it was Rheinstahl Nordseewerke GmbH of Emden, Germany, who finally got the bid. They had no previous experience in the building of passenger ships, and consequently joined forces with the well known consultants and naval architect firm, Knud E. Hansen of Copenhagen. On the morning of 11 September 2001, the former Island Princess (now mv Platinum) exited the Suez Canal at Port Said, destined for Europe and a $15 million refurbishment.

Talks were also continuing at this time between the owner and Voyages of Discovery, and agreement was eventually reached for the ship to be chartered by the latter, with a view to focusing on a wider choice of destinations and unusual itineraries. The ship was re-christened Discovery on 7th May 2003 by Mrs Jenny Smith, in Harwich. On 10 May 2005 mv Discovery was purchased from Mr Herrod by the parent company of Voyages of Discovery, All Leisure Group PLC nd will continue to operate a year round programme of cruises. This cruise ship had spacious public areas, abundant open deck spaces and promenades of the traditional trans-Atlantic passenger liners. Full autonomy for worldwide cruising with ample capacity to cover long distances without reprovisioning of food, fuel and fresh water. Discover Indonesia and Australia with another experience of traveling by cruise ship, the new way of traveling method.




About destination in Indonesia's Islands :

-. BALI

Bali Island is a small beautiful island and a part of Indonesia archipelago. It own the panorama and unique culture that make this island is exclusively than others. It is located in the tropical situation that has stated this island as Dream Island for a vacation.Bali has been emitting a thick aura of tourism to many parts of the world's end. Not only natural that so stunning, indigenous traditions and customs of Bali resident, was able to siphon attention from various circles both within and outside the country. Call it, Kecak dance, which is so riveting as we witnessed in person, or any beach that can hypnotize every eye that sees, even with the model of terrace rice fields help provide a unique feel in each moment we set foot on this island .

-. KOMODO ISLAND

These isolated islands are surrounded by some of the most tempestuous waters in Indonesia. The convergence of warm and cold water currents breeds nutritious thermal climes, rip tides and whirlpools that attract large schools of pelagic, from dolphins and sharks to manta rays and blue whales. The coral here is pristine. Add it all up and you have some of the best diving in the world. There were rumours of these awesome creatures long before their existence was confirmed in the West . Fishers and pearl divers working in the area had brought back tales of ferocious lizards with enormous claws, fearsome teeth and forked yellow tongues. One theory holds that the Chinese dragon is based on the Komodo lizard.

-. BOROBUDUR
This famous Buddhist temple, dating from the 8th and 9th centuries, is located in central Java. It was built in three tiers: a pyramidal base with five concentric square terraces, the trunk of a cone with three circular platforms and, at the top, a monumental stupa. The walls and balustrades are decorated with fine low reliefs, covering a total surface area of 2,500 m2. No other monument in the world accomplices what Borobudur does, either in term of the sheer scale on which stone panels have been carved to tell the stories about Buddhism, in the more subjective way in which these stories, man of them highly abstract, have been represented which such great artistry.

If you are interesting and get curious about How the look like of Indonesia island with cruise travel you can see the website of Voyages of Discover for the offers at http://us.voyagesofdiscovery.com

Garuda Indonesia , The Indonesia's national Airline

Garuda Indonesia is Indonesia's national Airline. Garuda Indonesia had its beginnings in the Indonesian war of independence against the Dutch in the late 1940s, when Garuda flew special transports with a Douglas DC-3. 26 January 1949 is generally recognized as the airline's founding date, at which time the airline was known as "Garuda Indonesian Airways". Government-owned airline Garuda Indonesia flies passengers and cargo to more than 44 destinations, split evenly between domestic and international markets (Asia/Pacific region and Europe). From its hubs in Jakarta and Denpasar, the carrier operates a fleet of about 70 aircraft, consisting mainly of Boeing models. Its low-fare CitiLink affiliate serves about half a dozen Indonesian locations. Garuda extends its international network via code-sharing relationships with several carriers. (Code-sharing allows airlines to sell tickets on one another's flights and offer passengers service to additional destinations.) Subsidiaries provide catering and travel services, aircraft maintenance and ground handling.

Garuda Indonesia operates a fleet of 49 aircrafts serving various domestic and international destinations across the Asia-pacific region and the Middle East The airline also operates a number of airline related subsidiaries in the tourism and hospitality (Aerowisata), computerised reservation system (Abacus Distribution Systems), travel and transportation IT service provider (Lufthansa Systems Indonesia) as well as in the airline maintenance (Garuda Maintenance Facility AeroAsia) businesses that in total employs more than 5,900 staff. In 2006, Garuda Indonesia offered over 39,000 flights and carried more than 9 million passengers.

A poor record of the incident that occurred in Jogjakarta in 2007 ago, making this airline together with several other Indonesian airlines, was banned for safety reasons according to flying routes of Europe. After improvement process is quite significant, ban flies in europe finally clear out in 2009. In 2008, Garuda Indonesia obtaining certification of the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) of IATA, which means the airline Garuda Indonesia has met the requirements of standard "best practice" in the field of flight operations, aircraft maintenance and aviation safety management systems. And in 2010, Garuda Indonesia successfully received an award from Skytrax, an Independent Audit Institutions based in London. This award is a four star airline certificate (4-Star Airline Skytrax).

Garuda Indonesia currently has 1 head office and eight management areas which manage 49 branch offices, namely:

1. Areas of western Indonesians who runs 14 branch offices in Jakarta, Bandung, Banda Aceh, Medan, Batam, Padang, Pekanbaru, Palembang, Yogyakarta, Solo, Semarang, Pangkal Pinang, Tanjung karang, Jambi.
2. Areas of Eastern Indonesia, which runs 18 branch offices in Surabaya, Denpasar, Makassar, Manado, Balikpapan, Banjarmasin, Palangkaraya, Pontianak. Mataram, Jayapura, Biak, Timika, Malang, Kupang, Ternate, Kendall, Palu, Ambon.
3. Areas of Asia which manages three branch offices in Singapore. Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok.
4. Area Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. which manages eight branch offices in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Seoul, Canton, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai.
5. South West Pacific Area which manages three branch offices in Sydney. Perth, Melbourne.
8. Europe and Middle East Area which manages three branch offices in Jeddah, Riyadh, Amsterdam.

Fleet

All Garuda's aircraft are maintained by GMF AeroAsia. After the arrival of the six Airbus A330-200 aircraft since 2009 Garuda still expects 8 more Airbus A330-200 and 10 Boeing 777-300ERs to join its widebody fleet by 2016. The Boeing customer code for Garuda Indonesia is U3. Currently, the airline is utilising the Airbus A330-200s on its route to Amsterdam, East Asian and Australian flights originating from Jakarta, Boeing 747-400s on their Middle Eastern routes, Airbus A330-300s for most of their Australian and East Asian routes originating from Bali, Boeing 737-800s on most domestic and regional routes and on the Perth to Denpasar International route and the Boeing 737 Classics on domestic sectors. As of 9 January 2012, the Garuda Indonesia fleet averages 7.1 years of age with the following aircraft:

Once the Boeing 777-300ERs enter service, they will be used on the planned non-stop European and US flights. The airline also plan to acquire 18 Sub-100 seater aircraft to serve secondary domestic airports beginning this year. Visit the natural beauty of Indonesia, and fly with Garuda.

Garuda Office Worldwide (2006)
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And for further information , visit the official website of Garuda Indonesia at http://www.garuda-indonesia.com

Visa Rules for Indonesia

Indonesia Visa Rules - There are several types of Indonesia visas such as Tourist Visa, Business Visa, Multiple-entry Visa (for business trips only) and Transit Visa. All travelers to Indonesia must possess passports, valid for at least six months after arrival, and proof of onward passage out of the country.

Visa Guidelines
Visas are not required for tourists who are nationals of Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam, The Philippines, Hong Kong Special Administration Region (SAR), Macao Special Administration Region (SAR), Chile, Morocco, Peru, and Vietnam.

Countries and districts eligible for a visa on arrival are: United States of America, Australia, South Africa, Argentina, Brazil, Denmark, United Arab Emirates, Finland, Hungary, United Kingdom, Italy, Japan, Germany, Canada, South Korea, Norway, France, Poland, Switzerland, New Zealand, and Taiwan.

These visas can be obtained from the following airports on arrival:
Polonia (Medan), Sultan Syarif Kasim II (Pekan Baru), Tabing (Padang), Soekarno - Hatta (Jakarta), Juanda (Surabaya), Ngurah Rai (Bali), Samratulangi (Manado).

The following seaports also offer visa on arrival:

Sekupang, Batu Ampar, Nongsa and Marina Teluk Senimba (Batam), Bandar Bintan Telani Lagoi and Sri Udara Lobam (Tanjung Uban), Belawan (Belawan), Sibolga (Sibolga), Yos Sudarso (Dumai), Teluk Bayur (Padang), Tanjung Priok (Jakarta), Padang Bai (Bali), Jayapura(Jayapura).



*NOTE: The information supplied here is meant as a guide only and is subject to change without warning. Therefore all travelers should check the visa and immigration details with the local Indonesian Embassy or Consulate.

  
Effective February 1, 2004, Indonesia has introduced wide ranging changes in the national visa-free and visa on arrival system. We've tried to summarize those changes here for your convenience.

Visa Free on Arrival
In the past the nationals of 48 nations were given a 60-day stay (visa free) upon arrival at an Indonesian international gateway.

Under the new rules effective February 1, 2004:

• Only 11 countries and territories are eligible for a "Visa Free" facility, they are: Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam, Philippines, Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR, Chile, Morocco, Peru and Vietnam.

• Nationals of the aforementioned countries and territories will be issued with a 30-day stay permit without charge upon presentation of a valid passport with 6 months remaining validity.

• The Visa Free Facility is not extendable or convertible into another type of visa.

Visa on Arrival (updated February 2010)
Effective Jan 26, 2010, visitors holding valid passports from certain countries can now only obtain a 30-days visa on arrival (VOA). The previous 7-day visa at US$10 has been abolished, hence this 30-days US$25 visa (renewable for an additional 30 days, cost for this extension has not been revealed yet) being the only visa that can be issued to eligible tourists. This VOA can be obtained at any of the 15 airports and 21 seaports designated as "international gateways" by the Indonesian Immigration department.
Nationals of the following countries are eligible to purchase a VOA:
Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Libya, Liechtenstein, 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, The Netherlands, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America.

• The citizens of the aforementioned countries must hold a passport with at least 6 months remaining validity at the time of arrival, present a completed embarkation/disembarkation card provided by the airlines, be able to demonstrate they have sufficient means to live during their stay in Indonesia, not be listed on any official blacklist of individuals prohibited from entering the country, and pay the stipulated fee to obtain a visa.

• The Visa on Arrival cannot be converted into another class of visa.

• Immigration authorities promise the visa purchasing system will take no more than 3-5 minutes per applicant. Payment counters have been set up to process payments.

• Once payment is completed the tourist will proceed to an immigration counter for final inspection of documents and visa issuance.

Visa on Arrival at Limited Gateways
The visa on arrival facility will only be available at the following international gateways:

• Airports: Medan, Pekanbaru, Padang, Soekarno-Hatta (Jakarta), Halim Perdana Kusuma (Jakarta), Surabaya, Bali, Manado, Yogyakarta, Solo, Mataram (Lombok), Balikpapan, Makassar, Kupang.

• Seaports: Batam, Tanjung Uban (Bintan), Belawan (Medan), Sibolga (Sumatra), Dumai, Teluk Bayar (Padang, Sumatra), Padang Bai (Bali), Jayapura (Papua), Padang (Sumatra), Bitung (North Sulawesi), Tanjung Balaikarimun, Tanjung Mas (Semarang), Kupang, Pare Pare (South Sulawesi), Makassar (South Sulawesi).

Applying for Visas Before Arrival
Citizens of countries not included on a visa-free or visa-on-arrival lists must apply for a visa overseas before arriving in Indonesia. Citizens of any country wishing to stay more than 30 days must also apply for an appropriate visa at their nearest Indonesian Embassy or Consulate before traveling to Indonesia.
It seems that a 60 day visa can be issued on request in most Asian countries for all nationalities within 2 days. You may check with your local Indonesian Embassy as well, where you will probably need to give a viable reason why you need a 60 day visa vs a 30 day visa.

Special Facilities

A certain number of special facilities are being introduced in connection with the new visa policy, including:

• Tour Agents are able to arrange express handling for groups at no additional charge by presenting the completed immigration cards, passports and applicable visa fee.

• Passengers who overstay their visa period for a short period of time can be processed immediately at the airport by paying US$ 20 for every day they "overstayed" their 30 day visa.

• Airlines that experience technical difficulties or delayed flights can apply for their passengers to be exempted from paying any "overstay" penalties.

Source: Bali Discovery

TIP: Make copies of your passport and keep them separate. Losing your passport in Indonesia will cause you quite a few inconveniences since you'll have to make at least one trip to your embassy in Jakarta. We advise to make copies of travelers cheques, health insurances, drivers licenses, credit cards and bills of photo and video equipment as well. In case of loss this can help you at the police station and later on to get your lost property replaced.

For Retirees:
The Immigration Department has issued the long-awaited revisions to regulations that allow the granting of temporary stay permits for those over 55 years of age. This facility to provide renewable stay permits of one year's duration was originally announced in 1998 (Keputusan Menteri Kehakiman No. M.04-IZ.01.02 tahun 1998). In the first few years after the regulations were issued few retirees were actually able to actually get the visa due to the strict requirements. Revisions to the regulations in April 2002 (decree by the General Director of Immigration in law No. F. 492-UM.01.10, April 18, 2002) brought the requirements within closer reach of the financial capabilities of most retirees.
Source: Living in Indonesia - Retirement. See there for more information.

Luxury cruises Seabourn legend goes to bali

Cruise travel tourism will become a new trendsetter in 2012. Many international Luxury cruise tourism routes recently opened, and Indonesia became part of the international cruise shipping. For those of you who want to try visiting Indonesia in a different way (other than by using air transport) cruise tourism is quite interesting to try, especially for those of you who have an excess budget and priority to comfort with different sensations. One of the open lines of voyage to Indonesia is a Seabourn Legend Ship from the Seabourn Cruise Ship companies , Germany.

Seabourn acquired its third intimate ship in 1996. Seabourn Legend, like its sisters, was built in Bremerhaven, Germany at the Schichau Seebeckwerft shipyard. Originally launched as Royal Viking Queen for the prestigious Royal Viking Line, Seabourn Legend was re-christened by Linn Brynestad, Seabourn founder Atle Brynestad’s wife. Along with their all-suite accommodations and renowned personalized service, Seabourn’s ships also garner consistent acclaim for the award-winning dining on board. Seabourn ships deliver superb cuisine that rivals the finest restaurants anywhere. From French fries to foie gras, every dish receives the expert attention of highly skilled and imaginative chefs. The finest ingredients are selected with care, perfectly prepared to your order, and served with pride.

The Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in an open-seating style that invites guests to dine where, when and with whom they choose. The Veranda Café is a more casual, indoor/outdoor venue serving lavish buffets for breakfast and luncheon. In the evening, the Veranda Café becomes Restaurant 2, alternately serving innovative tasting menus and regionally-themed dinners with table service. The Sky Grill, at the popular alfresco Sky Bar, hosts occasional themed luncheons, and dinners of grilled specialties under the stars. Festive Deck Barbecue dinners and signature Caviar in the Surf beach parties are highlights on many cruises. And guests are welcome to order from The Restaurant menu and have their dinners served, course by course, in their suites if they wish. There is never an extra charge for any dining on Seabourn.

In Indonesia route, Seabourn Legend has two types of journey, a journey that began at 20.00 and the journey starts at 00.00. Shipping starts from Singapore to Surabaya, then see the Komodo dragons on the island of komodo, snorkeling on the island of Flores, East Timor, ending the trip in Lombok and Bali.

Cruise Schedule:
Departing Sun 15 Jan 2012 (22-Day Borobudur, Bali & Orchid Isles)
Singapore (15 Jan d1700); Semarang, Indonesia (18 Jan 0800-2359); Surabaya, Indonesia (20 Jan 0800-1700); Probolinggo, Indonesia (21 Jan 1000-1900); Celukan Bawang, Bali (22 Jan 0800-1800); Lombok, Indonesia (23 Jan 0800-1800); Bali, Indonesia (24 Jan 0800(+1)2300); Padang Bay, Bali (26 Jan 0700-2300); Gili Trawangan, Indonesia (27 Jan 0700-1600); Kupang, Timor (29 Jan 0800-1800); Larantuka, Flores (30 Jan 0800-1700); Sumba, Indonesia (31 Jan 1000-2000); Komodo Island, Indonesia (01 Feb 0800-1800); Surabaya, Indonesia (03 Feb 0800-1700); Singapore (06 Feb a0700).

The cruise travel route starts from Singapore to the small islands in Indonesia. Cruise travel tours featured excellence destinations in Indonesia, such as Borobudur, beautiful beaches in Bali and Lombok, Flores snorkeling tours, and see rare animals on the island of komodo , Komodo dragons. And for destinations in Bali here are some places that are planned by the Seabourn Legend as a flagship destination.

Ubud Art and Shopping
Ubud is a must see for visitors to Bali. This tour begins with a visit to the local community of Tohpati where the renowned batik fabric of Bali is painstakingly created by hand. Stop en route at Celuk, where you can see craftsmen working on gold and silver to produce fine works of art. These products are for sale for those who are interested in purchasing a souvenir. You will also visit the very busy Ubud Market—a thriving economic microcosm filled with clothing, candles, sarongs, scarves, wood-carvings and weavings—and everything in between. Sharpen your haggling skills and take on the Indonesian vendors to secure your very own deal of the day.

Batik Village & Bali Safari Adventure
Tohpati is the center for Balinese hand weaving and handmade batik prints. Its factories are not only the largest manufacturers of this highly developed art form, but they also retail direct to visitors. You will visit a factory and after observing the batik making process—you can even try your hand at painting a traditional batik design. Next, visit the Bali Safari & Marine Park, home to hundreds of amazing animals, which represent more 50 species, including some rare and endangered species. Combining Balinese cultural ambience with the African Savannah, Bali Safari & Marine Park is home to Sumatran elephants, Sumatran tigers, white tigers, leopards, komodo dragons and cheetahs. Today’s tour includes a safari journey, access to the front of the line, fresh water aquarium, animal encounter, waterpark, fun zone rides and lunch at the Tsavo Restaurant where you can watch the lions from behind a secure glass wall.

Royal Temple, Monkey Forest & Tanah Lot Pagoda
Visit the former Royal Temple, Pura Taman Ayung, built in 1634 and arguably one of the most beautiful temples on the island. Pura Taman Ayung temple is famous for its exquisite shrines. Drive on to Alas Kedaton—one of Bali’s famed monkey forests. Its towering nutmeg trees are unique to this area and are sacred to the Balinese people. The forest is also home to some of Bali’s cheekiest inhabitants—macaque monkeys—whose antics will have you laughing in no time. Your last stop is at Tanah Lot Temple, a magnificent house of worship perched precariously on a huge rock resting just off of the coastline—perhaps the most photographed temple in all of Bali. Tanah Lot has been an important part of Balinese mythological history for centuries. At the base of the rocky island, poisonous sea snakes guard the temple from evil spirits and intruders.

And for further information of Seabourn Legend , please visit at http://www.seabourn.com

The 5 best hotel for relaxation/spa in Bali for 2011

Bali, the island is known as an island of the Gods, save a lot of tourist destinations that you have to visit. Starting from beaches, mountains and cultural attractions, Bali is the best place with more convenient for your travel trip. Especially before the turn of the year, the atmosphere in Bali, you can make choices with a variety of tours that will make you become more impressive for a new turn of the year . Regarding for your comfortness for your tour, you can start by searching for hotels and inns that could support you to indulge during a tour in Bali. Speaking of lodging, Bali provides many options to stay , where you can customize your tastes and desires, ranging from the lodge with a romantic atmosphere for those of you who are honeymooners, to the inn that provides all the uniqueness of Balinese, or lodging with the party and glitter of the night.

According to the preferences of the tourists traveling on TripAdvisor. Six of 10 hotels relaxation / spa in 2011 Asia's best lies in Bali and Batam, and here are five (5) The best hotel for relaxation / spa in Bali for 2011

1. Desa Seni, A Village Resort (Canggu)

Desa Seni is an environmentally friendly resort village providing an authentic Indonesian experience through the exploration of culture, art, yoga, organic farming and complete health. Desa Seni, located at Jalan Kayu Putih Number 13, Berawa Beach, Canggu, Bali, offers a unique accommodation in the homes of the original antique wood that has been refurbished and restored offering all the modern comforts. Desa Seni is open to anyone, and they will welcome with friendly and Balinese style.





2. Alila Villas Soori (Tabanan)

Alila Villas Soori is a blissful paradise setting for beachfront living at its most relaxing, most stylish and luxurious. Located along the southwest coast of Bali, not far from the island's famous Tanah Lot Temple, it lies on a gentle slope between verdant rice terraces and beautiful black-sand beaches overlooking the azure Indian Ocean. The luxurious villas are perfectly positioned to enjoy panoramic ocean views and breezes. Multiple levels of interconnected space flow from the arrival courtyard right onto the beach. The interplay of fire and water in distinct architectural features reflects the vibrant mix of moods and experiences that await. Embrace the balance of tranquility and vitality that is so characteristic of Bali, and so refreshingly redefined at Alila Villas Soori.


3. Villa Semana (Ubud)

Villa Semana is a hidden treasure deep in the Ubud area of Bali. Consisting of 10 traditional Balinese villas, each with amazing views of surrounding padi fields and the Ayung River, a stay in this exclusive retreat can be relaxing and spiritual at the same time.Built with the discerning traveler in mind, Villa Semana allows you to experience the romance and charm of staying in a Bali villa while enjoying the amenities of a modern hotel.Conveniently located just 15 minutes away from Bali's art and cultural center of Ubud, Villa Semana is the perfect oasis from where to start your tours and excursions to the culturally rich attractions and sites in Bali.Consider a romantic getaway, anniversary celebration or a group retreat. The unsurpassed privacy and serenity of Villa Semana lends itself for weddings, birthdays, commitment-ceremonies and other private functions.


4. Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali (Tuban)

This Tuban hotel is situated near the beach, close to Segara Beach and Waterbom Park. Also nearby are Kuta Beach and Jimbaran Beach. Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali has an outdoor pool, a fitness facility, a children's pool, and tennis courts. This 4.0 star Tuban property features massage and treatment rooms. Business amenities at this 4.0 star property include wireless Internet access (surcharge) and meeting rooms for small groups. Business amenities at this 4.0 star property consist of a ballroom and conference rooms. The staff can arrange tour/ticket assistance, wedding services, event catering, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additional amenities include a children's club, a concierge desk, and multilingual staff.


5. The Villas Bali Hotel & Spa (Seminyak)

The Villas Bali Hotel & Spa began as the vision of artist Jim Elliott. He built the first villa for himself, incorporating traditional Balinese architecture with modern, western conveniences to suit his own creative needs. Soon friends, impressed with the simple elegance and lasting comfort, pressed him to build villas for them, following his original formula. A private villa that is a world within a world. Four walls containing lush gardens, individual thatched roofed bungalows, all featuring the latest audio visual equipment and centred around a deep water swimming pool. Every ingredient for a perfect holiday.Hotel lies in the heart of Seminyak on Bali's southwestern shore. Located on Kunti road 1 kilometer from Bali's world famous sunset beaches. Only 30 minutes drive from Denpasar's Ngurah Rai International Airport. The Villas Hotel compromises fourteen luxury three bedroom Villas and seven single bedroom Villas all individually set within their own private grounds. Each Villa compound includes private entrance, lush gardens and large swimming pool. All Villas include fully fitted kitchens as well as separate dining and lounge areas.

Enjoying New Year's Eve in the midst of comfortable hotel with the best relaxation / spa in Bali's , will much able to provide an atmosphere and fully of spirit for you to facing the next year filled with challenges, happy holidays:)

The Best Airlines of the world for 2011 with Link for reservation

An airline is an organization providing aviation services for passengers or goods. They rent or own aircraft to offer these services and may form a partnership or alliance with other airlines for mutual benefit.The best service is passenger service, particularly in aircraft flight services include hospitality, food serving, completeness of multi-media technology, comfort seats and other convenience services. Voted by over 18.8 million airline passengers from 100 different nationalities, the World Airline Awards™ are the most prestigious and respected quality recognition of front-line product and service standards across the world airline industry. With 200 airlines featured, the awards reflect customer satisfaction levels across 38 different items of airline front-line product and service. ( source : http://www.worldairlineawards.com/ )

The Best Airlines of the world for 2011

1.Qatar Airways                                 6.Etihad Airways
2.Singapore Airlines                          7.Air New Zealand
3.Asiana Airlines                                8.Qantas Airways
4.Cathay Pacific Airways                   9.Turkish Airlines
5.Thai Airways International             10.Emirates

Information link of International Airflights for booking online

Here they are the link and name of International air flights to make your travel planning more easier when getting to and price compare on your  travel booking online flights schedule.

Air Asia                                Air Canada                          Air China                             
Air France                            Air India                               Air Mauritius            
American Airlines                 British Airways                     Brunei Airlines                  
Cathay Pacific                      China Airlines                      China Southern Airlines    
Emirates                               Etihad Airways                     Eva Air                             
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Three Favorite destination in Indonesia Tourism Award (ITA) 2011

In the Indonesia Tourism Awards 2011 which was held by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy and Swa magazine. With one goal is to give appreciation for supporting tourism. The survey was conducted of 1,500 local tourists consisting of 1350 tourists and 150 foreign tourists. Also involved 100 respondents from among professionals and executives. Aspects considered include cleaning, tourist information, reasonableness of cost, promotion, the diversity of objects, security, uniqueness of the object, and hospitality. Indonesia, with a cluster of beautiful and captivating islands is become a tourist destinations that can make you impressed so much for your lifetime.

Just said Derawan islands in East Kalimantan with its lakes Kakaban, Bunaken in Sulawesi with a panoramic underwater, the charming of Balinese culture, or the island of Komodo dragons with the animals which have now become the new 7 wonder and beat dozens of other tourist destinations around the world. It continues to show a rise in foreign tourists visiting Indonesia with a million charm. Beautiful beaches and islands in Indonesia more lies in the region that is rarely touched by human. This is the main attraction for those of you who really like adventure. It could be that you are the person who first touched the beautiful areas in every corner of Indonesia. Some remarkable things isn't it .. ?

And here's three favorite tourist destinations in the Indonesia Tourism Awards 2011, which could be a reference for your to visit Indonesia.

1. Waisai beach in the Raja Ampat Islands

Raja Ampat Island is a charming natural phenomenon with abundant biodiversity. There are 1320 species of fish in Raja Ampat; 75% of all coral species in the world; 10 times the number of coral species found throughout the Caribbean; were 600 recorded species of corals, 5 species of endangered sea turtles; 57 species of mantis shrimp; 13 species marine mammals, and 27 species of fish that you can only be found in this region. Stunning sea views above and below the sea will give a signal to you that photographing activities are things that should not be missed.

This beach is located very close to Waisai, the capital of Raja Ampat. can be reached by land and sea travel, once stout and coral reef fish on this beach, perfect for those of you who like diving or snorkeling, here also in the rented equipment for diving or snorkeling, which was no less great, here too there are resorts that very beautiful,,, you can tour and enjoy while staying overnight on the coast surrounded by untouched forest .


2. Tanah Lot in Tabanan, Bali

Who does not know Tanah Lot. It seems everyone knows. Tanah Lot, one of the most popular places of interest in Bali, is located on the coast of West Bali, at the village of Beraban in the Tabanan Regency. It is also called Tanah Let which means ancient land and also Tanah Lod, which means the land to the south. The temple Pura Tanah Lot, simple in its construction, is dramatic in its ocean-front location and is one of the main temples in the worship of Balinese gods.

Tanah Lot in Bali is a tourist attraction that offers the natural beauty of the sunset. The uniqueness of Pura Tanah Lot is the place which is located in the middle of the sea about 300 meters from the beach, there are also rock in the middle there is a large cave. As a tourist attraction, Tanah Lot has managed professionally equipped with parking facilities, toilets, art shops, restaurants, hotels, open stage, tourist information center, and facility security and safety. By paying the entrance fee so all visitors have been covered by accident insurance. Similarly, the parking service, each vehicle entering the area of ​​land lots with parking directly pay the levy has been protected by insurance. Tanah Lot still safe and comfort to visit. We could say, all problems does not affect the tourist arrivals to Tanah Lot. So, visitors does not have to worry visit Tanah Lot. Your tour in Tanah Lot always keep safety and comportable. All strategic points in Tanah Lot can enjoy such as sunset terrace, batu bolong, batu mejan, enjung galuh, tanah lot temple, art market, and the most favorite tour which is always awaited by visitor "Watching Sunset".


3. East Java (Jatim) Park in Malang.

East Java (Jatim) Park is located in Jl. Kartika 2 Batu offers recreation tourism of new entertainment amusement for all level. It begins from children, finite adolescent until grandmother and grandfather. Of course, this tourism object has drawn up as family tour area in East Java. To get to the location, is not too difficult, because, the object only 2, 5 kilos meters from Batu city. This tourism object is about 22 hectares width with 850 meters height to sea level, save the multifarious knowledge, and recreation area with various supporting facilities for having relax. Jatim Park may have said as the different tourism object in East Java province, besides offering a recreation place and study center, we will get many kind new knowledge. Jatim Park has at least 36 kinds of facilities which able to be enjoyed visitor. Before enjoy all supporting facilities for recreation area, the visitors will find an interesting view of ‘Galeri Nusantara’. Then stepped into ‘Taman Sejarah’, which contained of miniature temple in East Java like Sumberawan temple (Singosari- Malang regency), customhouse of Kiai Hasan Besari Ponorogo and Sumberawan Statue.

Welcome to Indonesia, visit and enjoy the beauty of the three selected favorite tourist destinations in the Indonesia Tourism Awards 2011.

Whale Sharks : The giant swimmer at Cendrawasih bay

For those of you who was a big fan of diving or snorkeling sports , seeing nudibranchs, manta rays, or sea horses, perhaps it was an ussually things. But how it feels when you dive in a place surrounded by marine animals with huge and large like as inter-city buses and the weight can reach 15 tons? surely this is something most extraordinary ! Obviously the next question for you is: Where is the marine animals of that size be? even if there, what the animal's name? Hmmm ...., maybe you feel this is something that so impossible, you may think. However, we argue that they are EXISTS!

Large-bodied marine animals, it still can be encountered in the waters of Indonesia, precisely in Paradise Bay, Papua. These animals are commonly called Whale Sharks, though still the same family as the famous White Shark fish with known for the ferocity, the whale shark is a benign fish. The whale shark, known by the Latin name Rhincodon typus, is a plankton-eating shark which is the largest fish species. This shark is the only member of its genus Rhincodon and its family, Rhincodontidae (called Rhinodontes before 1984), which belongs to the subclass Elasmobranchii in the class Chondrichthyes. This shark, found in tropical and warm oceans, lives in the open sea with a lifespan of about 70 years. The species originated about 60 million years ago. Its presence in Indonesia and can be found all year in Paradise Bay National Park area, especially in the waters Kwatisore, Nabire, Papua.

Cenderawasih Bay Marine National Park - known locally in Papua as the Taman Teluk Cenderawasih, this huge park comprises 20 individual islands and a spectacular coastline, which stretches roughly 500 km / 311 miles. At more than 14,000 square kilometers (approx 5,400 square miles) - the Cenderawasih Bay Marine National Park is the biggest of its kind in Indonesia and offers a superb choice of scuba diving, trekking and bird watching. Nabire and Cenderawasih National Park reefs offers whale sharks and dugongs, dolphins seahorses (not just pygmies), nudibranchs, several ornate ghost pipefish, frogfish cephalopods and tiger shrimp.

You can find a bunch of Whale shark in Cendrawasih bay , which is the largest fish in the world. Its length can reach 14 meters and weigh 15 tons. Average size is about 7.6 m even though this does not include the Pope. Whale sharks are solitary animals, so it is very rare if Whale Shark founded in a large community. Whale Shark can live near the coast or offshore. Whale sharks spend more of his life near the water surface. It is closely related to they food like plankton and other tiny organisms that reside on the surface. Whale Shark has a wide distribution and live in hot waters at latitudes ± 30-40 degrees (the Equator). The Whale sharks main food are castle fish and plankton . Unlike the other sharks with sharp teeth, the Whale shark was only finely toothed at the tip of the lips. She suck and intake the sea water to capture small fish as she foods .

Despite its size, the whale shark does not pose significant danger to humans. Although massive, whale sharks are docile fish and sometimes allow swimmers to catch a ride. Whale sharks are actually quite gentle and can play with divers. Divers and snorkellers can swim with this giant fish without risk, apart from unintentional blows from the shark’s large tail fin. Its better to snorkeling rather than diving , because some of dive research said , the whale sharks do not like the bubbles very much. For you who had a braver soul, do not just observe, but go swimming with the whaleshark which can reach tens of meters in length and reached 14 tons weight , and can live until 150 year, is an amazing sensation. Mingling among the great pleasure with the fear due to the direct side by side with the world's largest shark. Dare to try??

Indonesia Cruises and liveaboard

TweetLocated in Southeast Asia, Indonesia is home to active volcanoes, dense jungle, white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, stunning landscapes and exotic wildlife. Cruises aboard traditional Indonesian ships and yachts are an excellent option for travelers interested in exploring the remote islands along the eastern half of the Indonesian archipelago. Far from the crowds of Bali, going to these small and astonishingly beautiful islands with schooner ships offer a unique glimpse into the natural beauty of Indonesia and the colorful traditions and culture of the native Indonesian people. Here they are some of Indonesia cruise and live aboard that would bring the new experience travel trip around the sea of beauty islands in Indonesia.

Silolona

The Silolona is truly classic, luxury yacht where no expense has been spared to ensure that discerning travellers can discover and admire the stunning scenery and underwater wonders of South East Asia on a private cruise. The Pinisi, or Phinisi, is a traditional sailing ship that has been used in Indonesia for several centuries dating as far back as the 16th century and are still largely built by traditional ship makers of the archipelago to this day. There are plenty of Pinisi charters available in Indonesia and the Silolona is one of the most luxurious charters in its class. The ship was built by hand by the Sulawesi Konjo people in 2004 . Silolona operates luxury private yacht charters aboard traditional Phinisi wooden sailboats. Silolona sails to the remote islands of eastern Indonesia visiting volcanic crater lakes, the Komodo dragons and traditional Papua tribes. Silolona offers luxury scuba-diving expeditions and cultural trips to traditional island villages. The company operates five to nine day cruises to Indonesia between the months of April and November. Silolona cruises can be combined to form longer journeys and include luxury on-board cabins and freshly prepared Asian-fusion cuisine. Passengers can choose from an array of watersports and activities including diving, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing and water-skiing.Custom cruise itineraries and tours are available upon request.

Silolona
PT Silolona Pinisi Explorer
JI. Mertasari 8A Sanur 80228 Bali
Indonesia +62-361-286682

Indonesia Cruises

Indonesia Cruises welcomes passengers aboard small Indonesian sailing ships for leisure cruises to the remote eastern islands of Indonesia. Indonesia Cruises operates a fleet of three ships, the largest at 47 meters overall. Tours are all-inclusive offering luxury accommodations and fine dining. Cruises are led by a small team of highly experienced professionals. Itineraries include a Bali-Komodo-Flores journey, cruises to Flores, Sumba, Savu and the Alor archipelago and an in-depth sailing exploration of the Komodo National Park. Indonesia Cruises also offers a scuba-diving excursion that travels deep into remote regions of the Indonesian archipelago.The Buginese schooner "Ombak Putih" (which means "White Wave") was custom designed for Western travellers and built in 1996/1997 by traditional craftsmen in Kalimantan. Each of the 12 twin cabins  has its own shower and toilet and its own air-conditioner, and there is a crew of 15 to take care of the passengers' needs  .  From November to February, the "Ombak Putih" sails to South Sulawesi, a sun drenched island that once drew explorers and traders from all parts of the world. Historic colonial buildings and forts evoke the shadow of the past – equally impressive are today's vibrant local culture and magical beliefs that still play an important role in everyday life. In the Lesser Sunda Island as well as around Sulawesi you'll also find coral reefs that are amazing both in their colour and in the variety of life they sustain. Therefore, these cruises offer new experiences and unforgettable impressions for every traveller to Asia.

Indonesia Cruises
PT Ombak Putih Kuta Poleng D-7
JI. Setiabudi Simpang Siur 80361 Kuta Bali
Indonesia +62-361-766546

Sea Trek Sailing Adventures

Established in 1985, Sea Trek Sailing Adventures was one of the first small ship cruise operators to sail to the remote eastern islands of Indonesia. Sea Trek Sailing Adventures offers nine cruise itineraries ranging from 10 to 14 days in length aboard traditional Indonesian Phinisi boats. Sea Trek Sailing Adventures cruises are all inclusive with comfortable on-board cabins and highly experienced guides. Cruises offer passengers plenty of time for exploration both at sea and on land. Sea Trek Sailing Adventures' featured cruise is the Bali-Flores-Bali cruise, which sails along the Lesser Sunda Islands. Along the way, passengers visit traditional island villages and tour some of the most impressive and diverse national parks in Indonesia. Activities include snorkeling, hiking, jungle trekking and cultural trips. Handcrafted by experienced Indonesian shipwrights from the best available hardwoods all the way from keel to topmasts, she is the epitome of traditional beauty. It is unusual in several respects.  While on most traditional Buginese liveaboards the cabins are squeezed in below decks to make the diving operations economically viable, It has a totally different personality:  with just five staterooms on her main deck she unabashedly caters to the luxurious top end of the international dive market. This phinisi was built for comfort.

Sea Trek Sailing Adventures
PT Pinisi Duta Bahari
JI. By Pass Ngurah Rai 245 Sanur 80228 Bali
Indonesia +62-361-283358

The Seven Seas Liveaboard

The Seven Seas is a traditional Buginese Schooner. The hull was purchased by the current owners in April 2005. Mark Heighes and Jos Pet had been discussing their dream boat for years and when they finally ran into the right vessel, they were immediately sold on her. While still unfinished, the vessel was clearly a piece of solid traditional boat-building. The Seven Seas is a 45m (LOA), traditionally built Buginese schooner and has set new standards in Indonesian liveaboard luxury. Custom-designed to accommodate up to 16 guests in spacious comfort over three decks she is perfect for both diving and relaxation.The Seven Seas liveaboard (www.thesevenseas.net) also does charters to Komodo, Wakatobi, Alor, and the Banda Sea. To get to Raja Ampat, the best routing is to get to Jakarta, Bali or Singapore. Then the Seven Seas office can assist you with booking travel to Sorong. In order to board the Seven Seas, arrive in Jakarta no later than the day prior to boarding.


PT Seven Seas Cahaya Utama
Villa Lumbung
House No. 6, Suite A
Jl. Raya Petitenget 1000X
Kerobokan, Badung 80361
Bali, Indonesia
Tel/Fax: +62 361 4735742
Email: info@thesevenseas.net
sevenseas.expeditions@gmail.com