Alam Indah Update on construction behind us:
Construction of a new property behind Alam Indah has begun which may effect guests in Lotus and Jepun Rooms.
We are sorry this is beyond our control. Some days there may be work going on and some days not, but we do not wish guests to feel any inconvenience.

Alam Jiwa Roof Renovation will take place from 02 Feb- 10 March, 2012.
This will only affect the Jalak Bali, Kenari and Gelatik Rooms which will be closed during this time.
Alam Jiwa is very pleased to receive a Certificate of Excellence Award this 2011 from Trip Advisor!

Kebun Indah has taken over 2 new garden rooms: Mangga Bali and Mangga Madu- with view of rice fields too.
Each room has air-con and ceiling fan. See more on the Kebun Indah page.

Upcoming Festivals:
31 January- 11 February, 2012 the Galungan ceremony will be celebrated when the gods and ancestors come to visit family temples. It's a beautiful time when all the bamboo penjor poles line all the village roads.

23 March 2012 is Nyepi- the Balinese New Year and our day of silence when all roads and traffic is shut down. Note the airport is also closed on this day! See more under Travel Info.

New Airport for Lombok: The new International Lombok airport opened for operations on 01 October.
The drive from the new airport to Teluk Nara for Alam Gili will now take about 2.5 hours- enjoying the scenery along the way. Road condition is very good, but more guests are opting to use the express boat services- see Alam Gili page for more information.

Ketut Krinting Studio is above the Alam Wangi Spa.
Come and see Traditional Balinese paintings on exhibit by Pak Ketut and other local artists. Ketut has been involved in so much artistic building in recent years, it's nice to see him painting again too.
Also on exhibit are some Bali Photos by World Heritage photographer Angela Srisomwongwathana.
10% of sales will be donated to
The Bali Smile Foundation facilitating medical operations for poor people with cranio-facial disabilities.
Yayasan Senyum: www.senyumbali.org

Kebun Indah has a little Spa too!
At the entry to Kebun Indah- the original guesthouse on the Pengosekan Road.
Offering Reflexology and Traditional Massage treatments.
Enjoy a healthy Juice, a selection of teas and have a look at our selection of
Crafts produced by artisans with different abilities in Asia.
Offering fine Batik, Bali Ikat, Textiles from Laos and Cambodia.
We are also happy to present some beautiful crafts and accessories by disabled artisans and by women support groups in Cambodia, Indonesia and Vietnam.
Also items supporting WEAVE- by Karen refugees,
SOS- Sumatran Orangutan Survival and BOS- Borneo Orangutan Society.

Alam Asia Crafts
is also located at the entrance drive to Alam Indah and at Cafe Wayan.
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Alam Gili
Combine a visit to Bali with some restful days by the sea on Gili Trawangan Island off Lombok.
We are pleased to expand the tradition of family hospitality with 8 accomodations on the northern tranquil shore of Gili Trawangan.
Gili means little island in the local Sasak language. A 30-minute boat ride from Teluk Nara on Lombok brings you to the Gili islands where there is no motorized traffic. Island transport is by horsecart, bicycle, or simply slowing down on foot....
Kadek and Putu ( Ibu Wayan's daughter 2 and son-in-law) and their staff who have been running Cafe Wayan on Lombok will be happy to welcome you. Gorgeous water, snorkeling and diving directly off shore Alam Gili.
Click on the Alam Gili page for more info.

Cooking Classes
Learn about traditional Balinese food
Ibu Wayan’s daughter Metri and the staff enjoy to share their love for cooking.
Many of the special Balinese dishes are not found on restaurant menus as they require more preparation time and
are mostly served for ceremonial occasions.
Cooking Classes are held in the gardens of our sister restaurant Laka Leke close to e to Alam Indah in Nyuhkuning.
For reservations for Cooking Classes, phone Laka Leke direct: (0361) 977-565.

Dance performances at Laka Leke while enjoying dinner. Dance begins at 8pm:
Monday:      Kecak Dance (Ramayana story choreographed to men’s chanting) with a great Hanoman!
Wednesday: Barong and Keris Dance
Thursday:    Joged and Children's Dance performance
Saturday:     Frog Dance- a new creation!

Cultural activities and workshops may also be arranged- especially nice activities for children:
Balinese Dance Classes, Painting on paper, on Eggs or on Bali Kites, Woodcarving. www.lakaleke.com

Sunday evenings: Ibu Wayan offers her traditional Balinese Buffet at Café Wayan.

Women's Kecak Group! yes, really!- a new amazing performance not to be missed while in Ubud.
Every Wednesday evening at 7:30pm in the courtyard of Pura Batukaru on Jalan Suweta.

Monkey Forest of Ubud website: www.monkeyforestubud.com Learn more about the inhabitants of the forest, the Pura Dalem temple and about Bali culture and rituals with links to the Bali ceremonial calendar.
Rice Walks with Darta Enjoy a rice paddy walk and learn about Balinese culture with Darta, a great Bali story teller. Following the early morning walk, have breakfast at the Rumah Roda family compound. Book in advance with the Alam staff.

Other links to life:

Threads of Life supporting traditional weaving arts of Indonesia.
Threads of Life Gallery is located in front of Darta's compound, Rumah Roda on Jalan Kajeng in Ubud.
Textile appreciation classes and workshops are offered each week.
Learn more at: www.threadsoflife.com

Alam Asia .net connecting people, cultures and the arts
introducing other special people and places in Southeast Asia
Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar and Bhutan
www.alamasia.net

Orangutans, Primates and Bali Starlings
Unfortunately illegal logging and the encroachment of palm oil plantations within national park areas are continued serious threats to the ecosystem.
Friends of National Parks Foundation (FNPF) continues their work in Tanjung Puting National Park in Kalimantan, Borneo.
Follow news on: www.fnpf.org
Learn also about FNPF's highly successful breeding and release project of the Bali Starling birds on Nusa Penida Island off Bali.

EcoLodges Indonesia can organize travel to Tanjung Puting where you can still see orangutans as well as to Komodo National Park.
www.ecolodgesindonesia.com

More about Orangutan and primate protection work:

SOS Sumatran Orangutan Society: www.orangutans-sos.org
Orangutan T-SHIRTS and other products are available for sale supporting the SOS Orangutan Society at
Alam Indah and at Alam Asia Crafts

Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation: http://savetheorangutan.org

IPPL – International Primate Protection League : www.ippl.org
A very informative website working for primate protection worldwide for 30 years.

May All beings find their path to peace, happiness and well being.
Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti, Om


Mailing address and contact info:
*Alam Indah, Alam Jiwa, Alam Shanti, Kebun Indah as well as for Alam Gili:* P.O. Box 165, Nyuhkuning, Ubud, Bali - Indonesia Tel/Fax: +62-361-974629 Email: reservation@alamindahbali.com Website: http://www.alamindahbali.com

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