Bali is Top Asian Holiday Destination

Bali is Top Asian Holiday Destination

The readers of an online travel magazine have named Bali as the top holiday destination in Asia for 2011.

The poll, conducted by Smart Travel Asia, also picked out several Bali resorts as the top places for a relaxing break.

Bali took the top spot from Kerala, India, which was bumped down to No. 4. Phuket, Thailand, and Hong Kong were the runners-up, respectively. 

In terms of top places to stay, a number of Bali resorts were included in the top 25 list, including the Bulgari Resort Bali and the Four Seasons Resort Bali at spots 2 and 3, respectively.

The poll also reported on preferred budget airlines, with AirAsia getting the gold star. Indonesia’s own Lion Air failed to chart.

The poll did not specify the number of voters, but the demographics skewed upscale. According to the magazine, voters took an average of 15.75 air trips over the past year and earned an average annual income of $150,000

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The Year of the Rabbit. The Chinese New Year begins on Feb 4 this year

The Year of the Rabbit conjures images of fluffy bunnies, but fortunetellers in Asia predict that the coming year on the Asian lunar calendar will be anything but cuddly.



Among key predictions for the new year beginning Feb. 3: terrorist threats, continuing tensions between China and the United States, natural disasters around the world and wobbly global markets.

Even Hollywood celebrity couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie is not immune from the grim predictions. Both were born in Rabbit years, and one fortuneteller sees their longtime relationship coming under increasing strain as the year wears on.

As the Lunar New Year approaches, Asians from Hanoi to Harbin put great stock in the soothsayers' predictions using feng shui - the traditional practice of foretelling events through dates and classical texts.

In feng shui lore, the Year of the Rabbit is associated with the natural elements of metal and wood. This is a likely recipe for conflict, according to Hong Kong-based feng shui consultant Raymond Lo.

Taipei-based colleague Tsai Shang-chi goes even further.

This year the West will suffer from a vicious energy and will be prone to more terrorist attacks," Tsai said. "The East will also be affected by a negative energy, reflected in ongoing tensions on the Korean peninsula."

While Tsai and Malaysian prognosticator Rev Yong offer assurances that the problems between North and South Korea won't escalate into all-out war, Yong is less sanguine about the chances for avoiding an onslaught of natural disasters. He foresees severe flooding around the world, a powerful earthquake in Japan and the emergence of a number of worrisome new diseases.

One of the upshots, he says, will be big problems for the global economy and the possibility of a major stock market plunge toward the middle of the year.

"People think the rabbit is very gentle, but it's not going to be a mild year at all," Yong said. "It won't be a good year. There will be a lot of world conflicts."

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noisy Kuta after Snore in Sanur

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Kuta and Kuta Hotels

Depending on your idea of a holiday, you will either love Kuta or hate it! Jalan Raya Kuta and Jalan Pantai Kuta form an L shaped stretch of bars, seafood diners and souvenir stalls. If being in the thick of things is for you, there is no better place to be than Kuta. It has a perpetual beach party atmosphere to it. Others find it overcrowded, tacky and loud. Many travelers avoid it like the plague.

Yet, even critics admit that Kuta has a great beach. The sunsets are spectacular and the surf is perfect for beginners. Surf schools abound or just lounge on the soft clean sand. One perpetual complaint is the persistence of the beach hawkers, others say it is nice to meet with locals and chat with them.

Hard Rock Hotel has two excellent watering holes playing Top 40s and the Kamasutra is a cavernous R and B club. Wander through Poppies Lane to chance upon designer beachwear, massage spas and specialty restaurants.

PRICE GUIDE
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OUR CHOICE KUTA HOTEL LIST
Suji Bungalows (Jl. Poppis I, Kuta Bali-Indonesia -Kuta-Bali) Located in famous Poppies lane, the Suji Bungalows are in the heart of Kuta ...more
Melasti Kuta Beach Bungalow & Spa (Jalan Dewi Sartika, Kuta Beach, Denpasar - Bali - Indonesia-Kuta-Bali) Jalan Dewi Sartika, Kuta Beach, Denpasar - Bali - Indonesia...more
Kuta Seaview Cottage (Jl. Pantai Kuta, Kuta Bali-Indonesia -Kuta-Bali) The Kuta Seaview Cottage is one of the few hotels actually beach side. Smac ...more
Hotel Lusa (Jl. Pantai Kuta Gang Benesari Kuta - Bali -Kuta-Bali) Hotel Lusa is in the Kuta area. This is a budget place popular with long te ...more
Hard Rock Hotel (Jalan Pantai, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta, Bali, Indonesia -Kuta-Bali) The Bali Hard Rock Hotel must be one of the most fun and enjoyable hotels t ...more
Grand Istana Rama Hotel (Jalan Pantai Kuta - Bali-Kuta-Bali) $$. The Grand Istana Rama is an older, but large, modern hotel sitting squa ...more

Parigata Spa Villas - Peaceful, Seclusion And Unobtrusive Service

Parigata Resorts N Villas Group named for the variegated bougainvillea flower found all over Bali, is an intimate 43-rooms resort nestled amid 4000 square metres of mature tropical gardens, in the legendary Sanur Village. The resort is a mansion-like home converted into a boutique oasis. Spacious deluxe and suite rooms are finished in teak and marble with terraces/ veranda overlooking the free form pool and waterfall, some with direct pool access.

Parigata Villas Resort is member of Parigata Resort & Villas Groups. Located in the village of Semawang, at the heart of Sanur, consisting of 18 villas each suite completed with swimming pool and jacuzzi, bath & shower, king size bed as well as twin bed, veranda, and individual entrance gate.



This is the third accommodation choice offered by the Parigata Group in Sanur, Bali. There are a total of only 10 villas and this is an excellent alternative to the larger Hyatt Hotel next door. Villas are spacious and secluded with high thatched ceilings, luxury en-suites and views over the pool and gardens. The Lantana Spa offers Balinese massage and healing herbal body wraps. Other choices include invigorating body scrubs, reflexology, facials and hair styling. The Villas are well furnished with a high standard of finishes. Villas face into the garden, connected by beautiful wooden bridges to the lobby and dining area. The dining area adjoins a wonderfully landscaped main swimming pool. The family villas have two bedrooms and a Jacuzzi, in addition to the private pool that each villa already has.

From the moment of arrival the peaceful seclusion and unobtrusive service embraces you in an aura of serenity. The coral sand beach of Sanur lies just a few momments walk away. Spend the day at the beach club swimming, kayaking, windsurfing or even shopping and come home to the cool luxury of your own private pool.

Villas are spacious and secluded with high thatched ceilings, en-suites and views over pool and garden. Perfect for private dinning, relaxing by the pool, or enjoying arejuvenating Bali massage and healing herbal body wrap from Parigata’s Lantana Spa menu. With a variety of traditional treatments on offer Lantana Spa also provides a choice of invigorating body scrubs, reflexology, facials and hair styling.

You will be invited to attend village cultural activities, performances and temple festivals as is typical of Balinese hospitality. Be pampered and indulged with a choice of total relaxation or varied recreation. This garden retreat offers the perfect escape and ultimate luxury after a long day exploring Bali.

ROOMS



Villas are spacious and secluded with high thatched ceilings, en-suites and views over pool and garden. Eight Deluxe Suite Villas and two Family Suite Villas face into the garden, connected by miniature wooden bridges to the lobby and dining area which adjoins the main swimming pool.

No of rooms : 8 Deluxe Suite Villas, 2 Family Suite Villas, each with pool & garden views and own verandah.

FACILITIES

Hotel Facility : Lantana Spa, 3 rooms / 6 beds, open 09 AM - 10 PM Kanary Restaurant Indonesia, Oriental & Western food, casual atmosphere, open for breakfast, lunch, dinner & supper (24 hours), Kanary Bar (24 hours), Hair salon Beach club.

Swimming Pool



Restaurant



Unwind in the lush surroundings of colourful gardens and tranquil waterfalls. The open air restaurant provides the option of all weather alfresco dinning. Kanari Restaurant offers a delicious selection of Indonesian and European meals, while exotic cocktails and refreshing juices are available at our 24-hour bar.

Restaurant offers a delicious selection of Indonesian and European meals, while exotic cocktails and refreshing juices are available at our 24-hour bar. You will be invited to attend village cultural activities, performances and temple festivals as is typical of Balinese hospitality. Be pampered and indulged with a choice of total relaxation or varied recreation. This garden retreat offers the perfect escape and ultimate luxury after a long day exploring Bali.

LOCATIONS



Points of interest : Beach, 5 minutes by car, 10 minute s walking distance Duty Free Shop 10 minutes drive by car Super market, 5 minutes drive by car Airport, 15 minutes drive by car.

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