| February 18, 2010
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Of `ogoh-ogoh' and silence: Balinese gear up for New Year
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Thousands of people across Bali have been busy making the giant ogoh-ogoh effigies in preparation for the celebrations of the upcoming Caka Hindu New Year 1932, popularly known as Nyepi, or the Day of Silence.
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| February 18, 2010
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Borneo Kite Festival aims for Guinness World Record
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The Borneo International Kite Festival, which runs from Feb. 19 to 21 at Segara Manggar Beach in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, will feature participants from 42 countries, according to the organizers.
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| February 18, 2010
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Megalithic site found in South Sumatra
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A megalithic settlement has recently been unearthed at Skendal village, 10 kilometers from the town of Pagaralam in South Sumatra.
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| February 15, 2010
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Singapore Joins Outcry at Indonesian Tourist Visa Changes
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A senior immigration department official said on Sunday that it would re-evaluate the government’s decision in January to scrap the one-week tourist visa, following an outcry by foreign tour agents who market packages for Batam and Bintan islands.
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| February 12, 2010
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Gili’s ritual entertains tourists
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Dozens of turtles were released back to the sea along with offerings prepared for the Mandi Sapar bathing ritual to cast away bad luck at Gili Islands in West Nusa Tenggara.
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| February 09, 2010
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Indonesia 3rd Most Popular Destination for Holidaying Aussies in 2009
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Indonesia was the third most popular destination for holidaying Australians during 2009, according to newly released information from the country’s statistical agency.
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| January 26, 2010
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Foreign tourists to be able to extend visa-on-arrival
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Foreign tourists visiting Indonesia can now extend their visas-on-arrival for another 30 days, as of Jan. 26, the Indonesian immigration office announced Monday.
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| January 26, 2010
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Banda Aceh, Islamic tourist destination
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A signboard on Jl. Mister Muhammad Hasan, the main access to provincial capital Banda Aceh, reads
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| January 22, 2010
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Garuda launches new services to net more Japanese travelers
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State airline company PT Garuda Indonesia, in cooperation with the immigration office, has launched an onboard visa application service on inbound flights from Japan.
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| January 21, 2010
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Ubud, a little love haven
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The Best City in Asia. Ubudians are still glowing with Balinese pride over the lavish accolade bestowed on our beloved hometown. Esteemed US-based travel magazine Conde Nast delivered this news based on votes from more than 25,000 readers.
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| January 21, 2010
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Denpasar to host `ogoh-ogoh' contest
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To welcome the Balinese Hindu Nyepi (Day of Silence) Holiday next March, Denpasar municipality office has invited all banjar (village community groups) to compete in an ogoh-ogoh contest.
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| January 19, 2010
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Going potty about Lombok
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Not all projects in the international aid business are worth the money and effort.
Like rockets, some are launched in a great show of publicity but never reach the predicted heights.
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| January 19, 2010
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Heaven under Wakatobi’s waters
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Take a good look at the water too. Occasionally, you can clearly see the coral from the boat.
And when it is time to jump into the water, either with your snorkeling or diving equipment, be prepared for the pleasant surprises you find in Wakatobi waters.
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| January 14, 2010
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Weather Agency Warns of Big Winds and Waves for Java Sea and Bali Strait
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The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency in Banyuwangi, East Java, has warned ship operators and fishermen to be on high alert for bad weather on the Java Sea and Bali Strait.
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| January 08, 2010
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Tulamben, scuba diving heaven
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Tulamben, known in the diving world as one of Bali’s premier dive locations, preserves a piece of history as its visitors and residents protect its marine life.
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