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August 2021

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Warm greetings from Bali the island of the Gods!

It is that time of the month again and we trust this edition of our online newsletter finds everyone well. Please read on for all the very latest news, events and special promotions from Amadea Resort & Villas at our prime location in the heart of Seminyak. It is the ultimate spot on the island of Bali to eat, shop, relax or party surrounded by likeminded travellers.

In this edition we share details about our newly launched healthy juices and smoothies at Asparagus, the traditional Balinese textile. Cultural holidays coming up on the calendar for unique day for Balinese to respect art performance. Don’t miss the article about the new website launched by Bali Hotels Association, a new one-stop trusted information source for holidaymakers to plan and navigate travels in Bali safely and responsibly.

Lastly, we hope every one of you is in perfect health and well. Stay safe and see you in Bali when it is safe to travel again.

We wish all of you and family are safe and healthy.

The Amadea Resort & Villas Team

Healthy Drinks at Asparagus

Asparagus Restaurant promotes healthy lifestyle and offers various meals and drinks for healthy conscious customers. This month the bar team come up with series of new drink which is made from natural ingredients and sourced locally. This is not only helping you to be healthier but also to bring sustainable impact for the local farmers and environment.

The friendly barman, Gede Surya creatively tailor made best concoction such as Pineapple Sari, Jamu, Red Jamaica, Juice Sehat, Green Day, Dragon Be Nice, Mango Mango and Ice Tea US. All is very distinctive, has unique taste and fresh to enjoy with friends during noon to sunset time or to accompany your meals at breakfast, lunch or dinner.

“I love making some drinks creation made from local fruits, herbs and leaves as part of practicing healthy lifestyle as well as giving unique experience for our guests. This is also in line with our motto that is Tastes Good Feels Good”, says Surya. These drinks are available daily and made fresh from the bar at Asparagus.

Traditional Balinese Textiles

Like most parts of the Indonesian archipelago, Bali has several traditional textiles that are exclusive to the island. “Endek” is the most widely produced cloth that uses a single ‘ikat’ technique whereby the pattern is made by resist-dying the threads of the warp or weft. Another more elaborate textile is “Songket”, which is embellished with gold threads as a symbol of privilege. These cloths are worn for auspicious occasions and passage of rite ceremonies such tooth filings and weddings.

The village of Sidemen located at the foothills of the sacred Mount Agung is famous for its handcrafted textiles. There are several workshops in the area and some women still weave at home using old-fashioned contraptions. Authentic endek and songket textiles are not cheap and local buyers appreciate the amount of work that has gone into creating each piece.

Anyone interested in visiting Sidemen to learn more about this artistic heritage can contact our Guest Service Assistant at the Lobby to make the necessary arrangements. A private tour is a great opportunity to explore rural Bali and perhaps bring home a special treasure or two.

Bali's Cultural Calendar

Tumpek Wayang ~ A Day Dedicated to Balinese Puppets

An auspicious day coming up on Bali’s cultural calendar is Tumpek Wayang that falls on 7th August 2021. This special occasion pays tribute to the shadow puppets that have both religious and social significance here on the island. A small purification ceremony is performed to bless each puppet, believed to have its own distinct character and possess magical powers that can bring an ordinary performance to life. The puppeteer will also pray during this ritual seeking artistic guidance for future shows.

Puppets, known as wayang kulit in Bali, are used to conduct a unique form of theatre employing a transparent screen to project light and shadow. Performances re-enact adaptations of classic Hindu tales or cover local events filled with elements of humour and messages of morality. Puppet shows performed at night are purely for entertainment purposes and during the day they are held in conjunction with more important religious ceremonies. Oka Kartini in Ubud hosts weekly shadow puppet performances for the benefit of travellers. Visit our Guest Service Assistant for further information.

Bali’s cultural calendar is a continuous cycle of ceremonies and rituals associated with the Hindu faith. There are many auspicious occasions including Saraswati Day (Saturday 28th August 2021). This day honours education, knowledge, science, art and all forms of higher learning. Ceremonies will be held at schools and universities around the island whereby students will pray together. It is a time to express gratitude for past achievements and guidance for future academic endeavors.

From the News

Bali Hotels Association prepares to officially launch the “Welcome Back to Bali” Website, a new one-stop trusted information source for holidaymakers to plan and navigate travels in Bali safely and responsibly.

The streamlined, user-friendly website aims to provide travelers with the most recent, factual, and verified information about the current situation in Bali, as well as policies and regulations, in one centralized address.

“We are witnessing a lot of misinformation circulating caused by sensationalized reporting or false news on the internet and social media. Therefore, the launch of the Welcome Back to Bali website, slated to be the go-to source for travelers to obtain reliable updates”, says Jean Heliere the Chairman of Bali Hotels Association (BHA).

The Welcome Back to Bali website is accessible to anyone without any restrictions. Created with the purpose to help travelers stay informed and make sound and responsible decisions for their travels to Bali, the website includes important and helpful sections such as:

• Latest Updates – the travelers’ main go-to page, presenting the most up-to-date information that is complete, actual, and verified

• Entry & Exit Requirements – an overview of the entire process from pre-arrival, arrival, at destination until departure; including visa requirements and designated hotels for mandatory quarantine

• Travelers Info – key information travelers may need once in Bali, such as Consulate contact details, and recommendations on how to move around Bali safely in the How To Travel Responsibly section.

• Health & Safety – information updates on hospitals in Bali and the Government’s CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety and Environmental sustainability) initiatives for the tourism sectors

• Official Sites & Useful Links – links to official government websites, helpful apps for travelers

“Bali Hotels Association has been committed to promoting Bali as a beautiful and quality destination to the world. This year, BHA has adjusted its efforts, with focus on supporting the island’s tourism recovery and the government’s plan to reopen Bali for international tourism”, Jean adds.

The launch of the Welcome Back to Bali website further reaffirms our commitment to support the tourism industry: our members, stakeholders, and our guests.

Click this video link for brief information about the new website. https://youtu.be/QU41F1DRx78

What the Guests Said

1. Mr. A (Singapore) : Very polite and courtesy. can even greet us from very far, he can
    remember our name clearly & offering to show us around if we interested.

2. Ms. B (Australia) : Excellent standard maintained, only your staff is even better,
I will always recommend this place for its fantastic service.

3. Mr. C (France) : Very good service, clean, and love towel decoration with
    notes. Excellent!

4. Mr. D (Indonesia) : Overall is great, keep up the excellent work, the hotel staffs are
    polite &   helpful, a great   asset to your crew.

5. Ms. E (New Zealand) : the service and friendly staff made my visit to Bali staying in
    your hotel very memorable and i will remember this a long time. This visit was to attend
    our daughter wedding and you helped make us very happy.

Jl. Kayu Aya 55, Seminyak, Bali

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