Where To Go Scuba Diving In Bali
Article by Chris Chew
The tropical Indonesian island of Bali is still attracts millions of tourists every year. Tourists on vacations to Bali are attracted by the mystique, charms and allure of the predominantly traditional Hindu culture, spectacular tropical jungles, mountains and beautiful beaches. Many tourists especially from nearby Australia and Singapore travel to Bali for scuba Diving. The islands in Bali are well known for its excellent scuba diving locations.
Scuba divers in Bali can expect to encounter awesome underwater landscape as well as sighting a very wide array of marine sea creatures. Let’s visit some scuba diving Bali dive spots.
In Nusa Penida and Lembongan Islands, there are spectacular drop off reefs making reef and wall diving the predominant staple on these two scuba diving locations. It takes about a 45 minute speedboat ride to reach these dive destinations.
Water visibility is excellent all year round but the current here is stronger. Experienced divers will love it here as they can enjoy some drift dives. However, the current may get very strong occasionally and dives may have to be abandoned when this happens.
The dive sites at Nusa Dua and Sanur are just 5 minutes away from the coast and therefore easily assessable. The novice divers will love these dive spots because of the gentle current. Water visibility ranges from low to moderate since they are located in the coastal area and are more affected by pollution. Although hard coral life is limited, the dive spots have a surprisingly diversity of marine fishes, soft corals and sponges which are thriving on the reefs.
There is a very wide variety of corals, colorful sea fans and huge pelagic fishes here. Big schools of sweet lips fish, turtles, sharks and manta rays are often sighted by excited scuba divers.
Jemeluk and Amed Beaches are one and half hour away from Denpasar. Denpasar is a popular tourist coastal town with many wonderful hotels, resorts and night entertainment. Scuba divers need to be very experienced as the current here can get very strong. However the dives here can be very exciting because of long coastal reefs, reef slopes/drop offs and majestic wall diving. Water visibility can be considered as moderate to good. To add a final touch, these dive spots have one of the best hard coral communities in Bali.
The Tulamben Wreck Dive is a must dive spot for scuba divers to enjoy wreck diving. The water visibility here is fair to good and the current is gentle. Night dive on this wreck are often described as breathtaking.
The wreck, USS Liberty which met its fate in 1942 when a Japanese torpedo fired from a submarine in the second world war found its target.
The above are just some of the many splendid scuba diving destinations in Bali. For more superb dive sites,just contact the many scuba diving operators in Bali Island.
About the Author
Chris Chew is a veteran diver. Read his blogs at Liveaboard Bali Scuba Diving and Hawaii Holiday Vacations
Luxury Villa Wedding in Bali
Article by dharma putra
Bali with its picturesque beauty attracts a vast majority of tourists all the year round; it holds its own distinct place among Asian Wedding destinations. Its charm is not restricted to a specific age group of travelers. Bali attracts Wedding Couples, honeymooners, singles and families alike. Every year a great majority of couples choose Bali for their Destination Weddings.
The most idyllic way for a couple choosing to marry on the ‘island of the Gods’ is to celebrate their wedding ceremony and reception in a private Bali villa.This precious day should be one of perfection and a private Bali villa set within a tropical garden environment creates an intimate ambience that every bride and groom and their close circle of family and friends will cherish forever.
The range of villas suitable for a wedding in Bali is as diverse as the island itself. Whether a couple wishes to immerse themselves in a location nestled within Bali’s most sophisticated quarter, traditional village hinterland surrounded by rice terraces or just simply have access to stunning sea views – there are villas that take every taste and budget requirement into consideration.
One of this villas for wedding venue is The Istana Villa. The Istana is Bali’s Luxurious private villa. With a name that translates as ‘palace’, it manages to fulfill that in every dimension. Set atop a dramatic Indian Ocean cliff top and neighbouring the revered cliff-side temple of Uluwatu, it is in view of one of the best surf breaks in the world and will very good for your wedding venue. The Istana is a Private clifftop villa, where indulgence meets luxury. The Istana private luxury villa is located on the southwestern tip of Bali. This five bedroom private estate rests on a large block of west facing cliff top providing unparalleled sunset views. Every luxury for the modern day visitor is found in the Istana.
Many couples take a year or longer to plan a wedding, but that does not mean that it cannot be done more quickly. There can be many reasons why a bride and groom decide to get married as soon as possible, and even when you do not have the luxury of time, you will still want to have a great wedding with all of the trimmings. For those couples who just can’t wait to walk down the aisle, just contact one of Bali wedding organizer : Bali Exotic Wedding and They will taking care it for you.
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Dharma serves as online marketing consultant of Find Bali Villas and Bali Villas
The Bali Khama Hotel Villa.
Article by Brendon Mills
Our beautiful, modern styled Nusa Dua seashore hotel private estate vacation resort rests beside the traquil shores of Tanjung Benoa on the exotic island of Bali. The Bali Khama hotel presents 24 pool villas for rent and 36 studio and garden suites, a bistro, a main pool with pool bar, an charming bali spa and a multi-function assembly room, connected by 3 tree-lined avenues extending on to a personal, crescent-shaped seashore of gentle white sand.At The Bali Khama, we are committed to serving the needs of discerning travellers by blending the latest fashion and excellent hospitality within a magnificent beachside setting. Our high standards and attention to detail guarantee that our efficient and thoughtful employees will make you feel truly at home in your luxurious bali villa.Each visitor who steps through the doorways of our Nusa Dua Seashore Resort Private villa Vacation resort will be embarking on a blissful event of top quality and luxury, supported by an uncompromising degree of personalised service.“Khama” (sankrit): point of ecstasy The Bali Khama is an independent boutique nusa dua hotel vacation resort located in Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua.Our seashore vacation resort is thoughtfully created with a modern retro principle as its visible characterization; from our two-bed-room villas, suites, amARta Restaurant, mahAlaya Bali Spa to our landscaped design. All are harmoniously placed together in order to serve our distinguished friends to the most memorable luxurious bali villa event in the course of their stay on the island.We intend to create a wonderful memory in the course of their stay in our luxurious bali seashore vacation resort. We commit to our guests by truly preserving the smooth experience at The Bali Khama. We define our service as a ritual; a commitment to our guests. A variety of high quality rituals can be experienced, from our beautiful prime collection of villas and suites, to a lot of activities that celebrate a private yet luxurious indulgement.We are delighted to serve you with our ultimate high quality of service, from the hip experience at the bistro, amARta; to a splurging rituals that are provided in our mahAlaya Bali Spa. Our savvy and stylish representatives are truly at your service for your splurging stay with us in one of our luxurious bali villas.The Bali Khama Nusa Dua Beach Hotel is a stunning new Nusa Dua Villa concept in Tanjung Benoa – Bali.
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The Bali Khama Nusa Dua Beach Hotel is a stunning new Nusa Dua Villa concept in Tanjung Benoa – Bali.
Balinese Cat History & Profile
Article by Annabel Cailles of Tresor Siamese & Balinese Cats (www.tresorsiamesecats.com)
Balinese Breed History::Balinese cats are the long haired version of the Siamese cat. They are considered to be a spontaneous mutation of the Siamese cat by some breed fanciers, but a stronger theory is that they are derived by past breedings between the Siamese & Turkish Angoras. This explains why many of todays Siamese cats still produce Balinese kittens in their litters from time to time. Balinese kittens that are resultant of Siamese breedings are explained as being the result of the ‘long hair recessive gene’ that is present in many of the Siamese lines today. Further proof lies in the fact that DNA testing facilities like UC Davis (CA) can actually test a Siamese cats DNA to find out if they carry the ‘long hair recessive gene’. Another strong fact that Balinese share a common link to the Turkish Angoras is that the Balinese are considered to be one of the top hypoallergenic breeds, but the Siamese cat is not.
In writing about the Balinese breeds history, I do need to mention that the breed originated in America. The Cat Fanciers Federation (CFF) had a longhair Siamese (which is what Balinese actually are and what they were formerly called) registered in 1928. But this history starts a lot later, in the 1950s, when true Balinese breeding programs were established for the Balinese breed. It is believed that “fluffy/fuzzy” kittens were born to Siamese litters from time to time, and unfortunately this was undesirable to Siamese breeders who bred for short haired cats. This all changed in the 1950’s when two Siamese breeders, Mrs. Marion Dorsey of Rai-Mar Cattery in California, and Mrs. Helen Smith of MerryMews Cattery in New York, both found longhairs in their Siamese litters and were quite smitten by their beauty. Instead of petting them out as other breeders had done, they began line breeding to produce longhair Siamese. Mrs. Helen Smith is credited with giving the Balinese breed their name, as they were formerly known and called “Long Haired Siamese”. Mrs. Helen Smith said that she decided to call them Balinese after Balinese Dancers, because their fur swayed gently and gracefully, which in turn reminded her of the Balinese Dancers from Bali. Marion Dorsey sold her cattery (Rai-Mar) to Sylvia Holland (Hollands Farm Cattery) in 1965. Sylvia Holland was a Siamese breeder originally, but once she was introduced to the Balinese breed she became the leading pioneer to have C.F.A., officially recognize the Balinese breed.
It is thanks to these three women’s efforts, that we are able to enjoy this breed today, and to see that it is recognized as an official breed by all cat registry associations in North America.
Balinese Breed Type’s::Similar to the Siamese, there are two known and accepted Balinese style type’s (head/body). There is the Original Balinese (commonly referred to also as the Applehead, Old Style type), and there is the Modern Balinese (aka Wedge Balinese, Show Style type)
Balinese (aka Applehead, Traditional, Original, Old Style):The Balinese breed is a hearty, robust type. The head is large and round, with small ears and large rounded shaped eyes with a small almond shaped slant at the ends. The body hair is about 2+ inches long throughout, with a thick and fully plumed tail. There is also a long top-coat, with a short-medium undercoat. They also have a thick lions mane type hairy chest and head of hair. The hair on their ears is also long fanning outwardly. The texture of the fur is silky, velvety that is clear of mats. The boning is thick on the legs, and the paws are large with fur tufts surrounding the paw pads. The nose is wide, and short.
Modern Balinese (aka Wedgehead, Show Style):The ideal Balinese is a medium sized, svelte, refined cat with long tapering lines, very lithe but muscular. The head is a long tapering wedge. The total wedge starts at the nose and flares out in straight lines to the tips of the ears forming a triangle, with no break at the whiskers. No less than the width of an eye between the eyes. When the whiskers are smoothed back, the underlying bone structure is apparent. The skull is flat. In profile, a long straight line is seen from the top of the head to the tip of the nose. The ears are strikingly large, pointed, wide at base; continuing the lines of the wedge. The eyes are almond shaped. Medium size. Neither protruding nor recessed. Slanted towards the nose in harmony with lines of wedge and ears. Uncrossed. The nose is long and straight. A continuation of the forehead with no break. The tail is long, whippy and plumed. Balinese Breed Personality::Balinese cats are highly intelligent, affectionate, playful and very fun to be around. Just like the Siamese, they are well known for their ability to communicate vocally. The Balinese breed has a special distinct vocal range, from a sweet low chirp to loud yowls when in distress. This breed is highly social, friendly, and sensitive to your moods and feelings. This is the type of cat you want around when you are feeling down, sad, or plain old bored. They are like little children, and need loads of attention and affection. They are the perfect companions for growing children, as they will be known to play for hours on end without being destructive. They have the most innocent little faces, that hide a sometimes mischievous personality trait. They crave attention from their human companions, and are known to sometimes act out to get it.
They are very agile, and can leap far distances of many feet. They can be taught to fetch just like a dog, and learn new games very easily and quickly. They can keep you entertained with their playful antics, and still maintain a loving disposition. They can be quite a bit assertive in their requests for love & attention, but will still possess a special dignity particular to the Balinese and Siamese breeds.
Color Points::There are four recognized color points in the Balinese breed. They are Seal Point, Chocolate Point, Blue Point & Lilac Point. I will describe the Color Points & Show Pictures of them as examples.
SEAL:Seal point Balinese cats have very dark, almost black, seal-brown points, with facial mask, ears, tail, paws, nose leather and paw pads all the same color.Of all the colorpoints, they have the widest variation in body color. At a young age they might be a pale cream, but seal points tend to change with age. There should always be a contrast between the body color, and the points. Though it is not unusual depending on the environmental climate for a Seal point to become the same color throughout. Although the fur on their chest, neck and stomach may stay lighter, their backs tend to darken to a warm-toned caramel-beige, and may even turn dark brown, so that in later life there may be little difference in color between the hair on their backs and their tails.
CHOCOLATE:The chocolate point generally has ivory-white fur which stays pale throughout their lifetime. This differs from seal points, whose coats tends to darken as they get older. Occasionally, though, you may find a chocolate point with a cinnamon tone to their coat. This is set off by warm-toned milk-chocolate colored points (facial mask, ears, tail, and paws). Their nose leather and especially their paw pads have a pinkish undertone. If in doubt, this pinkish undertone is a good way of telling a chocolate from a seal point, which has a dark brown nose and paw pads, with no pink showing at all. Chocolate point cats are less common than seal points and the kittens develop their coloring later than their darker seal and blue relatives.
BLUE:The blue point is related genetically to the seal point, being a ‘dilute’ or paler version of the very much darker seal. It has cold-toned, deep slate-grey-bluish points (facial mask, ears, tail, paws, nose leather and paw pads) and bluish-white body fur which, like that of seal points, tends to darken with age. All members of this point color should have this cold-toned, white fur rather than a warm-toned beige but occasionally you’ll find cats with lighter, silvery-blue rather than slate-grey points.
LILAC:Lilac points are the palest of pale, with pinkish-toned, light ‘frosty’ grey ears, tail and paws (lilacs are sometimes referred to, especially in the USA, as frost points). They are the lightest of the four major breed colors (seal, chocolate, blue and lilac). This color pattern is actually a paler version – what is known by breeders as a ‘dilute’ – of the chocolate point. Everything about a lilac should be pale, from their ears to their paws. Their nose leather and paw pads have a pale pink undertone and they should have light cream or magnolia-colored (not pure white) coats, which stay pale throughout their lives.
Grooming Of The Balinese Cat & Hypoallergenic Details::The Traditional Balinese shed very little and their coat is usually no longer than 2 to 2 .5 inches and does not mat, making grooming requirements minimal. However, there are certain hair textures that are very fine, and prone to static energy, that do require more care and brushing. According to “Encyclopedia of Cat Breeds” By J. Anne Helgren (which offers comparative evaluations of various traits of various breeds) lists Persians and Himalayans as a ’10’ on a scale of 1-10 regarding ‘need for grooming’ and the Balinese a ‘4’ on a scale of 1-10. Only short-haired cats require less grooming, the Siamese and Tonkinese being listed as a ‘2’.
It will be necessary at times to trim the hairs around the back-end area, as fecal matter or litter debris may clump onto the fur. This is only required on a need to basis depending on the cat. The paw pads do require some care and grooming, as there are hair tufts that grow around the paw pad that can grow quite long, and in order to help your cat with it’s grooming needs, these hairs should be trimmed to prevent excessive ingesting of litter over time. Bathing is not necessary except as needed.
Brushing as often as needed with a de-shedding tool is best advised as regular brushes do not remove enough loose fur, that subsequently ends up on furniture, clothing, and as hairballs after time. The best de-shedding tool I’ve found and currently use for my Balinese cats is the ‘furminator’, which can be found at select retail locations. You may find more information regarding the ‘furminator’ by visiting their web-site at: http://www.furminator.com.
There is great news for cat allergy sufferers! As mentioned earlier in this page, the Balinese breed is considered to be one of the top hypoallergenic cat breeds. The prefix ‘hypo’ in the word hypoallergenic means ‘less than normal’. Therefore the word hypoallergenic does not mean non-allergenic. A hypoallergenic cat is less likely than other cats to produce allergic reactions in some people.
The Balinese is one of the few breeds that produces less of the Fel d 1 protein than other cats, thus causing fewer allergic reactions in allergy sufferers. Cat allergies can be very serious in some people, so meeting a cat breed first before making a purchase or adoption is highly encouraged if a person suffers from cat allergies. “Cat Allergy” in humans is an allergic reaction to one or more of the five known allergens produced by cats. The most common of these are the glycoprotein Fel d 1, secreted by the cat’s sebaceous glands and Fel d 4, which is expressed in saliva. An allergic reaction is a histamine reaction that is usually characterized by coughing, wheezing, chest tightening, itching, nasal congestion, rash, watering eyes, sneezing and similar symptoms. Thankfully cat allergy sufferers now have several choices when picking a cat breed, listed are some of the other cat breeds considered to be hypoallergenic:
*Balinese*Oriental Shorthair*Javanese*Siberians*Sphynx*Cornish Rex*Devon Rex
Size & Longevity of The Balinese Cat::The Balinese breed is of a medium to large build. Males tend to weigh anywhere from 12-16 pounds and females average somewhere around 8-12 pounds full grown. A healthy diet, ensures proper growth and longevity. This breed is considered to be one of the longest lived in the long haired breed division. Wish proper diet, routine veterinary care, a Balinese cat can live anywhere from 17 years to mid 20’s.
Conclusion::The Balinese breed is a spectacular cat, with many benefits and positive breed traits. With an interesting history, breed type, personality and health benefits, they are the perfect choice for the most discerning cat fancier. This breed is highly exclusive, as only a small fraction of North American breeders specialize in Applehead Balinese. The Balinese is quickly gaining notoriety and popularity in the cat world so don’t wait any longer, enjoy one today!
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About the Author
Balinese cat breeder & aficionado since 2003. My articles may be viewed by visiting: http://www.tresorsiamesecats.com
Suggested to have vacation in Bali villa in long duration
Article by Dharma Putra
As a heaven for the holidaymakers, Bali has nearly everything that the holidaymakers want. It has a lot of graceful locations. It has numerous exotic places as well. Because visited by many holidaymakers from over the world, Bali is emphatically a crowded spot. But in some way, the crowds just don’t give any impression to the beauty of the island. For some people, Bali is a really exceptional place. It’s not merely gorgeous, but it also features some magical atmosphere. A few people said that all over in Bali is glorious. Genuinely, there are so many beautiful places in Bali.
Bali is small, merely 140 Km by 80 Km and rests between Java, and lombok in the east. Bali, a province of Indonesia, is formed of a few islands. They are Bali, Penida, Ceningan, Lembongan, and Menjangan. Bali has developed a world of its own. The warm social atmosphere, addition to the beauty of the beaches have been mixed into indescribable beauty.
Many of us have already regarded Bali as the “must visited spot” on their future vacation. Visiting Bali is a kind of holidays that many people have been dreaming around. Some of you might have been in Bali before. So, founded on your feels earlier, maybe you have determined to visit Bali for the 2nd time. A few of you even have already planned to have some long stay holiday in Bali. They need to do that in order to be able to enjoy the whole Bali’s beauties. Surely, they wouldn’t be able to enjoy it all if they only spend several days in Bali. Since the vacation would be long one, they also need to deal about the place to stay.
If they didn’t have any budget restriction, they could select to rest in hotels. But for some others who favor to get the cheaper place to stay, the hotel wouldn’t be the good place for them. They should try to get the holiday villas in Bali. Using the Bali villas would be even nicer for them, specially for a group of tourists. If they use the Bali villa, they might save so many costs for the accommodation.
They simply didn’t require to wage for several rooms, and surely they wouldn’t have to wage for the extra bed. Using the Bali villas would also give them some better chances to have some links with the situation close to them. They would have the better opportunities to experience the real Bali if they used the Bali villas. Certainly, for some tourists that came to Bali in groups, the Bali villas would be the most recommended spot to rest during their long vacation in Bali. They would be able to have some better times in the Bali villas than what they would feel in the Bali hotels.
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Dharma serves as online marketing consultant of Villa in Bali and Villas in bali
Bountiful Bali: The Perfect Vacation for Exotic Animal Lovers
Article by William Gabriel
Indonesia is an island chain north of Australia and south of Asia. With hundreds of small islands there are millions of different species of animals living, thriving, and delighting visitors and locals alike. Bali is one of the most populated of the Indonesian islands at over 3 million regular inhabitants, but humans aren’t the only ones inhabiting the island. If you love exotic animals you’ll want to reserve a Bali villas rental for your island accommodations, take a tour into the forests and mountains, and let the wildlife of Bali enchant you.
Exotic animal lovers will absolutely delight at the overwhelming amount of animals that can be seen and enjoyed. There are millions of different species on Bali, but before you can even set out to explore the island, you need to make sure that you’ve checked into your Bali villas rental (planning your vacation should include researching Bali villas for rent). Once you’ve checked in, you can check out the different birds, marine life, mammals, and reptiles that Bali has to offer the animal lover.
For the Birds
The small island of Bali is home to over 280 species of bird. One of the most noted of these is the Bali Starling, also known as the Bali Myna. The Bali Starling was first cataloged in 1910, and since then has become critically endangered. This bird likes to hide in the trees, and usually only comes down from the tree tops to drink. The Bali Starling is almost completely white except for the black areas around its eyes, and the very tip of its fan-like tail. The Bali Starling is a beautiful exotic bird that is only found on Bali, and if you’re lucky enough, you may be able to catch a glimpse of this rare bird from the window of your Bali villas rental. Other exotic birds you’ll find on Bali include but aren’t limited to: Black Racket-Tailed Treepie, Woodswallow, Sea Eagle, White Heron, Great Egret, Dollarbird, and Java Swallow.
Plenty of Fish in the Sea
Land isn’t the only place in Bali where you’ll find incredible animals. The seas surrounding Bali are as rich with vibrant marine life as any aquarium in the world. The marine life bountifully offered by the majestic sea caressing Bali includes: Giant Sunfish, Hawksbill Turtle, Great Moray Eel, Giant Manta Ray, Reef Shark, Barracuda, and Dolphins. You can have the opportunity to experience all of these species and more if you charter a yacht, which can be part of a package along with Bali villas for rent.
Mammals a Million
The mammals the abound on Bali include: the Bali Tiger, wild boar, Indian Muntjac (deer), leopards, squirrels, and monkeys. Some of the most visible animals on Bali are the monkeys, which love to interact with visitors and often love to be fed (this isn’t encouraged). Many of the animals you will find on Bali are so comfortable with people that they will share the forest around your Bali villas rental with you.
Reptiles of Great Reputation
If the information on the birds, fish, and mammals hasn’t convinced you to reserve your Bali villas for rent then you’ll jump at the chance to visit Bali once you know that the island of Bali is home to the King Cobra, the Reticulated Python, and the Monitor Lizard.
The exotic and, in some cases, endangered wildlife on Bali makes it the perfect vacation spot for exotic animal lovers.
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All About Bali Teak Furniture + Beautiful Discount Teak Patio Furniture
Article by Andrew Manifield
Shopping for Bali teak furniture is quite exciting. Teak furniture is very durable and long lasting. It is beautiful and made to last a lifetime. You will find that there are many styles and pieces of teak furniture from Bali, that are available.
Bali teak furniture comes from teak wood that has been planted and harvested on tree farms. The process from planting to harvesting takes about 50 years. This wood is a natural hardwood that does not splinter or rot. It resists water naturally and has a high oil content. Over time it turns a beautiful silver gray patina if left outdoors. You can always add little teak oil to enhance the honey glow of the wood. Indoors the wood has a nice aromatic smell which lasts for years.
Many pieces are available in Bali teak furniture. Choose from outdoor furniture such as chaise loungers, table and chair sets, bars, and benches. Indoors, the furniture might include desks, tables, occasional tables, bedroom sets and more. You can have your furniture custom made from finely skilled craftsman in Bali. These people take such pride in their work and it is becoming quite a tourist attraction. Detailed carving in the wood adds such character and charm to the piece. Many pieces can be manufactured to suit your needs. You can also purchase cushions to add to the style and comfort of your teak furniture.
Shopping for Bali teak furniture is a fun experience. You can find it at many fine garden shops and fine furniture shops. Many pieces can be ordered to suit your taste. Browse online to search out companies and compare prices. Don’t forget to read the feedback that most customers leave about the company and service. This is very helpful when deciding where to purchase. Ask about shipping and handling prices. Some companies will not accept returns so check carefully before buying.
Whatever you choose, Bali teak furniture will be yours for a lifetime. You can take pride in having and choosing the best quality furniture around. It may cost a little more, initially but because it lasts a lifetime, you will be making an economic purchase. Enjoy your teak furniture with your family and friends. They will be amazed at your taste in furniture and design.
Are you looking for discount teak patio furniture? You can find teak patio furniture online easily. Browse the web and search companies that sell teak furniture. Be sure to read the feedback the customers leave on each company. Ask about shipping and handling costs also.
Fine furniture stores also carry discount teak patio furniture. You can usually find a great sale during the summer holidays, such as Memorial Day and Fourth of July also Labor Day sales. End of summer clearance sales are also a great time to shop for teak furniture. You can find great prices as well as beautiful patio furniture.
Did you know that discount teak patio furniture comes from Southeast Asia? Primarily in Indonesia where the wood is harvested from tree farms. It takes 50 years to take the wood from planting to harvesting. Teak furniture is handmade where the people take pride in their work and the craftsmanship is superb. This is becoming quite a tourist attraction. Teak wood is eco-friendly and more energy efficient than metal or plastic.
Teak ages very nicely and is smooth to the touch making it a perfect wood for your discount teak patio furniture. Also there are many styles to choose from in discount teak patio furniture. Choose from chaise loungers, table and chair sets, Adirondacks, and reclining loungers. Don’t forget the cushions for your chairs. There are many different patterns and colors to choose from. Make it fit your décor and personality.
Discount teak patio furniture can be left outside for years to come. It is long lasting and durable. Over time it turns a silvery gray patina. Use a little teak oil and bring back the honey shine of the wood. Teak is perfect for outdoors because it does not splinter or rot.
Perfect for the patio, comfortable and beautiful all at the same time. What more can you ask for? You will be happy to know you are getting superior value as well as handsome furniture. You can’t go wrong with beautiful discount teak patio furniture. Shop with confidence knowing you are buying a quality product.
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Having spent months of research on different subjects, for independant companies, Andrew Manifield has decided to publish his articles on many subjects at his own website, visit to learn more.http://www.qualified-publishing.co.uk/teak-furniture
Celebrate Important Day of Your Life at Bali Wedding Villas
Article by dharma putra
Private villas in Bali as a wedding venue are gradually becoming the preferred alternative for couples who appreciate the sense of freedom, security, personalized service and privileges made available.The wedding of your dreams will be especially memorable should you choose to celebrate it in one of the many gorgeous villas now available here in Bali. So unique and so special that your friends and family will talk about it for years to come!
Many type of villas in Bali, Whether a couple wishes to immerse themselves in a location nestled within Bali’s most sophisticated quarter, traditional village hinterland surrounded by rice terraces or just simply have access to stunning sea views – there are villas that take every taste and budget requirement into consideration.
Bali villas guarantee privacy and uncompromising levels of personalized service that ideally cater to the wedding needs of international couples. The range of Bali villas suitable for a wedding in Bali is as diverse as the island itself. Luxuriously appointed with every conceivable home comfort and convenience, a typical Bali villa will provide an enchanting backdrop to celebrate and entertain wedding guests in style.
Celebrate the most important day of your life in the intimate luxury of an exclusive private villa in Bali. Your most romantic dreams come alive at a special place that will enchant and inspire you, offer you peace and the freedom to relax and/or enjoy your celebration completely undisturbed, an alluring wedding venue of unique charm and sophistication, all of that you can have from the mystical of the Island of the Gods.
Explore some of Bali finest wedding planner and understand how this dream can be reality even when you do not have the luxury of time just contact one of finest wedding planner in Bali. Bali Exotic Wedding will handle most of the legwork for you. They have a good sense of which wedding venue, food, photography or others that will suit your style and budget, so it can save you a lot of time that otherwise might be wasted interviewing caterers, photographers, and the like who were never right for you in the first place.
About the Author
Dharma serves as online marketing consultant of Find Bali Villas and Bali Villas
Villa Rental Bali introduces Simona Oasis and Spa
Article by Adi Arifin
Villa Rental Bali proudly announces inclusion of Simona Oasis and Spa into its portfolio. Built to become an extra ordinary property, Villa Simona Bali offers luxury up to a level of beyond expectation. As the name represents, the villa has its own private spa solely dedicated for your personal indulgence. Where else in the world you can have this luxury completely at your personal disposal? Beyond dedicated management and staffs to pamper your stay you are also served by dedicated spa therapists.
The bedrooms and their adjoining garden bathrooms are all located in self contained thatched pavilions. Each air-conditioned bedroom is entered by double doors showcasing engraved brass handles, and each is characterised by dark reddish brown bengkirai wood floors under soaring roofs. Every bedroom boasts an LCD flat screen individually controlled satellite TV, enabling guests to watch satellite channels independently of each other. Each is complemented by a DVD player, quality sound system and iPod dock.
Picture windows capture the riverside views, and opulent open-air bathrooms boast cream terrazzo floors, twin washbasins, daybeds for lounging, and large terrazzo bathtubs. The tubs are sheltered from the elements yet positioned within private walled gardens enhanced by soft lawns, frangipani trees, and stone carved ornaments. Each bathroom also features a toilet with an intercom, and a shower in a cubicle that is open on one side to the garden. Furthermore, every guest need is considered with the provision of storage space, wardrobes and mini bars in each room.
The Master Bedroom features a deck-style balcony on two sides, with steps that lead down to a riverside bale relaxation pavilion. The bedroom is notable for the Buddha head and soft panels behind the double bed, flanked by two polished solid wood tree trunks, lit with discreet lighting. There is also a desk, and a dressing area with a huge mirror and a padded ottoman. The bathroom and outdoor Jacuzzi is accessed by a covered walkway with wooden pillars and spring water ponds on either side. The Jacuzzi rests within a thatched pavilion, surrounded by flowering shrubs and overlooking the river. The bathroom features arched open doorways, comfortable furnishings, twin washbasins, a toilet, and a shower big enough for two.
The spa sits on the triangular piece of land at the point where the two rivers meet. A sacred underground spring was recently discovered on this enchanted spot, making it the perfect setting for a spa. On the opposite side of the river is Batur Sari Temple, where the local Balinese people make offerings of flowers and fruit to the gods. The spa area is accessed via a little bridge under a pergola dripping in cascading thunbergia, bounded by torch ginger, giant taro leaves and frangipani trees. Guests will be greeted by a pair of open-air, raised, stone bathtubs exquisitely hand carved, each in the shape of a 2-headed elephant with water spouting from the trunks. The tubs, complete with ornate floral patterns on the sides, are set within a spring water pool and accessed by a wooden deck. This is a magical place for a splash or a soak after a spa treatment.
The spa is comprised of five open-sided roundhouses complete with conical thatched roofs following the architectural style of Irian Jaya. There are two raised massage pavilions, one with a single treatment bed and the other designed for couples, with two treatment beds. Rustic and very romantic, the pavilions are furnished with chunky hand carved furniture and diaphanous drapes that can be drawn for privacy. Set right beside the river, guests will be massaged to the constant gurgle of the water. Two more pavilions house a pair of hot and a cold Jacuzzis fashioned from dark grey lava stone; each circular Jacuzzi is big enough for six people, and looks directly across the river to the temple and the holy spring. The final building is the main spa reception, where guests can enjoy a ginger tea or healthy juice drink and canapés after their treatment. Behind the Palimanan carved fretwork screen is a small timber deck facing a gentle water cascade, designed specifically for yoga and meditation. There are also two rainshowers, toilets, a sauna, and an outdoor shower.
This luxury is offered between ,450 in low season and ,350 in peak season. Whilst it may sounds expensive, in fact, it is not for this level of luxury. How much would you have to spend to accommodate 10 pax in The Bvlgari resort or others at the similar class? Will you get the same level of ultimate luxury and dedicated services?
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Tropical Weddings: Tips for a Wedding in Bali
Article by Sofie De
Are you considering a romantic destination wedding for your big day? Today many couples are opting for tropical weddings and combining their wedding ceremony; many times a beach wedding, with their honeymoon vacation
Destination weddings are popular at many romantic resorts in Bali, Tahiti, the Caribbean, Mexico, Fiji, Hawaii and Costa Rica wedding destinations. Most Resorts will have a wedding coordinator on site to work with you to plan your destination wedding, or if you prefer, you may want to organize a beautiful private villa. In this case, you can seek an independent wedding planner or on booking your luxury villa may find that the management may be able to help you organize your wedding.
As more couples plan and pay for their own weddings, they want to have a casual, unique celebration and combine it with their honeymoon. Imagine having your family and close friends in a warm tropical setting with a spectacular sunset over the ocean and gentle ocean breezes filling the air. Next to you is the love of your life, passionately vowing their commitment and devotion to you.
Inviting Your Guests:When planning a destination wedding, make sure to send out invitations far in advance. After all, the majority of your guests will have to make some monetary and social calculations before they reply to your RSVP. If you are worried that too many guests will be unable to attend, remember that you may have the wedding ceremony at the destination of you choice and you can then hold the reception at a more convenient, albeit less exciting, location.
Marriage Laws, Licenses and Certificates for Bali:Bali is part of the Republic of Indonesia and is subject to Indonesian Laws. Every couple considering getting married in Bali must comply with these Laws.
In accordance with Law No. 1 of 1974 concerning marriages in Indonesia (Article 2 (1): “a marriage is legitimate if it has been performed according to the laws of the respective religious beliefs of the parties concerned.”
All couples who marry in Indonesia must declare a religion. Agnosticism and Atheism are not recognized. The Civil Registry Office can record marriages of persons of Islam, Hindu, Buddhist, Christian-Protestant and Christian-Catholic faiths. Marriage partners must have the same religion; otherwise one partner must make a written declaration of change of religion.
The Religious Marriage under Islam is performed by the Office of Religious Affairs (Kantor Urusan Agama) in a ceremony at a mosque, the home, a restaurant, or any other place chosen by the couple and is legal immediately after the ceremony.
Christian, Hindu or Buddhist marriage is usually performed first in a church or temple ceremony. After the religious ceremony, every non-Islamic marriage must be recorded with the Civil Registry (Kantor Catatan Sipil). Without the registration by the Civil Registry these marriages are not legal. Recording by Civil Registry officials can be performed directly at the religious ceremony for an additional fee.
Persons of non-Islamic faith are required to file with the Civil Registry Office in the Regency where they are staying first a ‘Notice of Intention to marry’ as well as a ‘Letter of No Impediment’ obtained from their consular representatives.
For the issue of the Letter of No Impediment to Marriage by your Consular Representative you will need to present for yourself and your fiancé, your Passport(s) valid for more than 6 months and Certified Divorce Decrees (absolute/final) and/or Death Certificates regarding the termination of all previous marriages. Please contact the Consular Representative of your country for details well before your intended date of marriage
What should your wedding planner provide you?* They should give full details of requirements and procedures for each of the appropriate nationalities.
* Help the wedding couple obtain your ‘Certificate of Non Impediment’ letter which will be issued by your Consulate or Embassy representative in Indonesia. For Canadian citizens, the Bali Adventure wedding assistant will take care of your Certificate of Non Impediment letter. For citizens of the USA and Australia it will be necessary to apply in person to your Consulate after arriving in Bali and the certificate is generally issued immediately. The Bali Adventure wedding assistant will assist with this process.
* Arrange the photographs that are required for the wedding certificate and documentation. Ensure that they are correct and adhere to authority requirements.
* Advise the Minister of any special requirement you may have requested such as special vows you may wish to say to each other, additional readings, ring exchange etc.
* Just prior to wedding date all arrangements should be reconfirmed with the Civil Registrar, the Minister and any other persons involved with your wedding ceremony.
* Attend your ceremony to ensure it’s a smooth procedure and to act as coordinator.
* Act as witnesses if you have no friends or family attending the ceremony
Planning your wedding in Bali can be challenging, considering the constraints on your time and the multitude of choices available. A good wedding planner will give you the assurance that your Wedding Day will be the one you have always dreamed of. A wedding has always been a sacred ritual and in Bali where magic and mysteries mix in harmony, the occasion would be just perfect.
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