Furniture Seo Contest

Export sector, particularly furniture and handicrafts are very potential for economic empowerment of the people and have a multiplier effect that is very broad. Because of efforts in this sector is directly related to many other sectors that affect people's economic life.

Competitiveness against neighboring countries and the penetration of Indonesian products in the international world is urgently needed.
"The concept of developing community-based international market penetration is an effective step to make the export sector and the promotion of Indonesian products provide optimal benefits to society,"

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Qatar Airways ups flights to Bali

Prodita Sabarini, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar

Qatar
Airways plans to fly daily from Doha to Denpasar next year to meet
surging demand both from the Middle East and European travellers, a
senior airline executive says. Qatar Airways Far East & Australasia manager Marwan Koleilat said
Monday that the airline was also exploring the possibility of
establishing direct flights from the Qatari city to the capital of Bali
province. "We are also considering non-stop flights from Doha to Denpasar ," Koleilat told The Jakarta Post after opening Qatar Airways' Bali office.

Qatar Airways, which launched the Doha-Denpasar route in March this
year, serves Bali four times a week via Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The service was opened following the success of the airline's
Doha-Jakarta route, which was introduced in 2001. At present, the
airline serves the route seven times a week via Singapore. Bali Tourism Agency director Gede Nurjaya has stated on various
occasions that the countries of the Middle East were emerging as
flourishing markets for Balinese tourism.

He said that the opening of the Doha-Kuala Lumpur-Denpasar route had
contributed to an increase in the number of tourists both from Europe
and the Middle East. According to BTA data, a total of 910,567 foreign tourists visited the
island between January and July of this year, which represented a 35
percent increase over the corresponding period of last year. Koleilat said that the plan to fly daily from Doha to Denpasar was due
to the high level of demand from passengers. "The Doha-Kuala
Lumpur-Denpasar route has a load factor of 90 percent," he said.

The route is served by Airbus A330-200 aircraft, based on a
configuration of 22 business class and 259 economy seats, as well as an
A330-300 aircraft with 30 business class and 275 economy seats. Qatar Airways currently operates a modern fleet of 58 Airbus aircraft
to 79 destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Far
East, the Indian subcontinent and North America.

The highlight of Qatar Airways' 2007 expansion has been the launch of
flights to New York (Newark) and Washington DC -- the airline's first
move into the North American market. From September 23, Qatar Airways has been flying twice weekly between
Doha and the central Indian city of Nagpur. Starting November 27, the
carrier will launch four flights a week to the Swedish capital
Stockholm.

Daily scheduled services to the western Indian city of Ahmedabad are due to begin on December 12. Qatar Airways has been one of the fastest growing carriers in the
world, with unprecedented expansion averaging almost 40 percent
year-on-year for the past decade.

The airline currently operates 58 aircraft, and by 2015 the fleet size is expected to double to more than 110 aircraft.

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Real Estate In Bali

Whether you are looking for a nice vacation home or a permanent home where you and your family can relocate, Bali is worth considering. Bali has a lot to offer to real estate buyers, from white sand beaches to scenic gardens and parks. All these will sure entice you to stay longer and possibly live in this paradise.

Bali is, beyond doubt, a delightful place. Here you can access beautiful beaches, distinctive cultural experiences, a warm climate, and a full support of resident American communities. That is why more and more people are finding it sensible to buy real estate in Bali not only as a vacation home, but as a permanent residence.

Bali gives you the opportunity to create your own sanctuary. There are a lot of options available to you. Villas, mansion houses, hill houses, and even affordable houses are all available. There are a lot of housing options available in Bali for all types of budgets, ranging from $1,000-a-year, Balinese-style houses for rent to million dollar estates.

If you are not looking for a grand villa and just want to retire in the simple, uncomplicated Balinese lifestyle, there are very practical Bali real estate options for you. There are two-bedroom apartments in the $80,000 to $135,000 range. Cost of living is relatively low, too – you can easily hire household help for as low as $80 a month. A family of six can live comfortably on only about $1,500 a month.

Proceed with caution when buying Bali real estate properties, though, because many foreigners have been reported to have been cheated out of their money and land when purchasing Bali property. It is important to educate yourself about the laws, which have been slightly modified recently to protect and provide more choices to the foreigners who wish to buy or lease Bali real estate. Be sure to do your research about regulations of property acquisition.

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Kintamani Tours, Guide to kintamani

When you are in bali, maybe you have plan to visiti kintamani. kintamani is located in bangli, a cold mountain area wich is always covered by fogs before 8.00 am and after 5.00 pm. for year this region has been an important asset for bali tourism industry because of its fascinating view.

Lake Batur

this 58 km distance from denpasar city will greeting you with its nice view set up by mountains range, valley, caldera, lake batur and familiar and hospitality citizen. that is penelokan, the first village you will find before reaching the center part of kintamani district, about 4 km to the north of penelokan.

The journey
Let say you stay in denpasar or kuta area. you can start your journy at 8.00 pm, then go to car or motorbike rental. rent one and start driving to kintamani through denpasar, batubulan, celuk, sukawati, and tampak siring.

Sukawati Market

in your long way to batubulan village you will see various type of stone carving. after that you will pas celuk village, a central part of bali gold and silversmith home industry. make a stop at an art shop and have a look at the exhibiting jewelry's products. in sukawati village, almost all bali's art products are available at the sukawati art market. thi is a general market for people. you may buy something here such as t-shirt, statue, sarong, and so on. tampak siring has another sense of interest for foreigners. in this place the palace of the first presindent is situated. you will need a very special time to explore this palace. after passing tampak siring you will arrive at kintamani. actually kintamani village is a village located at the edge of the mountain caldera. many years a go a big high mount erupted and make a big caldera wich know as lake batur nowadays.

you can imagine how big the caldera should be if an independent lake and mount could exist inside. when you are standing at penelokan village, it means that you are at the edge of the caldera. from here you can see the mount batur and lake batur as the main content of the caldera. the view is really fascinating. dont; miss it from you camera focus.

Going down to the caldera.
in the southeast direction, you will drive to toya bungkah village, a small village at the edge of the lake batur. there are many restaurant and accomodation in this place as well as a place to hire equipments for water sports activities such as fishing, skiing, parasailing, and so on. This village is become a starting point for climbers before climbing the mount. back to penelokan you may got to the north to visit batur temple, the batur temple is one of the big 8 temple in bali. note for you, when you enter the temple you need to wear a sarong. after visiting this temple you may return your journy back to Denpasar.

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Bali Travel Guide

Every year people go on luxurious vacations. Of course people tend to drift toward the tropical paradises – perhaps Hawaii or a Bermudian island. After all, when anyone travels they want to be in a relaxing environment. However, what people don’t realize is that there is a secret tropical place that is not only beautiful but also possesses some of the best spas in the world.

Bali, an Indonesian island, is a great place for travelers who want amazing beaches, friendly citizens, and breathtaking scenery. With over three millions inhabitants, Bali is home to some of the greatest artwork in the world. From dancing to sculpting and painting, this island provides a wonderful easel for the most creative.

If you are considering a vacation to Bali, it is important to know that it is usually very hot the entire year. Therefore, it is essential that you dress lightly and be respectful with your clothing. Since Bali is all about prayer and tradition, you shouldn’t show a lot of skin. For instance, if you are visiting a temple, you should wear a sarong to blend in. The last thing you want to do while you travel is disturb the peace.

Wear sarong

Although there are hundreds of hot spots on the island, the best tourist locations are Kuta, Sanur, and Seminyak. If you are looking for a warm beach atmosphere, Kuta is the way to go. During your travel, it is important to note that the southern areas of Bali are warmer. There are dozens of lavish hotels right along the beach. These white sand beaches are amazing, especially with the abundance of coral reefs and marine life. It is a great romantic place to relax!

It is extremely important to know about the hotels when you travel to Bali. Fortunately, even if you do not have a lot to spend, there are hundreds of different options for your budget. If you are looking to save money, there are affordable Bali hotels that are still great. On the other hand, if you are looking to splurge, there are Bali villas and Bali rentals. Bali hotels are easier if you are looking for a lot of service and a great ocean view. However, there is not a lot of privacy and room service only satisfies to a point.

If you want privacy and an amazing vacation to remember, Bali villas are the way to go. These villas include air conditioned rooms, lavish bathrooms and dining rooms, complete with beautiful gardens and continuous service. This is great for a family who wants a private get away and does not have to even lift a finger. However, there are ways to save money if you decide to get a Bali villa. You can opt for a villa without around the clock service and can buy your own food from local shops. This will save a lot of money in the long run.

No matter what type of Bali villa or hotel you choose, you will have an amazing time. This crime free island will allow you to not only enjoy your vacation, but also relax on the white sand beaches with your drink in hand. It is a wonderful occurrence to be able to experience Bali’s culture and volcanoes. Regardless of what type of vacation you want, Bali will provide it for you.

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Festival In Bali

Bali has myriad festivals, rituals, and events. Balinese culture has great meaning behind all its festivals. Some festivals in Bali are dedicated to certain gods, including those who symbolize knowledge, virtue, or birth.

Harvest festivals, fasting and retreat festivals, blood sacrifices, and temple festivals are all part and parcel of Bali festivals. Festivals that signify the anniversary of a temple's founding called Odalan are quite famous. Nyepi festival marks the beginning of a new lunar year and on this day, everyone in Bali, including tourists, must remain silent. It is believed that any evil spirits would pass away thinking that the place is uninhabited due to the complete stillness.

The most important Bali festival is Galungan, which symbolizes the victory of virtue over evil. Balinese call it the victory of Dharma over Adharma. It is considered essential that the Balinese visit all their family temples on this day. A local holiday is declared on this day and every family is supposed to plant a bamboo pole decorated meticulously with coconut leaves and flowers.

Pagarwesi, another famous festival in Bali, is devoted to the lord of the universe, Sanghyang Pramesti Guru. The name literally means iron fence and Balinese people pray to this god for strong mental defense.

Festivals in Bali are eventful and colorful and the list includes Kuningan, when ceremonies are held for Balinese ancestors. This festival brings the New Year holiday period to a close.

There are festivals and ceremonies in Bali that are dedicated to the goddess of knowledge, Saraswati. Lots of ceremonies are also held to honor Holy Scriptures, science, literature, and arts.

Tumpek landep, a festival of weapons and tools made of metal for proper use and function is celebrated in every Balinese family compound. The rice harvest festival is one among the several popular festivals in Balinese culture. Tribute is paid to the rice god Dewi Sri, by placing small straw rice-god dolls in fields and villages. You can always check out the online resources and the significant number of books available to get to know about Balinese culture and festivals.

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Wheater in Bali

Bali is located 8 degrees to the south of the equator, and hence it has a tropical climate. Bali does not have the usual four seasons, but just has just two - the wet and dry seasons. Each season lasts for about six months. Dry season is from March to August and wet season is from September to February. Though the weather does not vary that much by season, the wet season may have some downpours for an hour or so in afternoons, followed by warm sea breeze at the beaches of Kuta and Nusa Dua.

Wet season is not a bad time to visit Bali, because most of the downpours are in the mid afternoons and if you plan well, you can really enjoy the rest of the day.

Bali experiences a 6am sunrise and 6pm sunset almost year-round. The average temperature in Bali is usually around 30° C. The dry seasons are quite hot, especially in the afternoons, when the temperatures are at their highest.

Though wet season can have few downpours, most of the time it is hot and humid. The best time to visit Bali is from April to September. June, July, and August are said to be the best months when one can plan a cool visit to these wonderful beaches. This is the time when humidity is comparatively less, though there will be light and infrequent rain showers.

Along Bali beaches, sea breezes temper the heat, but as you go towards the inland, weather becomes more pleasing and sometimes even chilly. Evenings are really splendid with cool breeze flowing through the beaches and Balinese bamboo windows making the most out of them.

Though many details about Bali weather are available, it is better to check with the current weather conditions in Bali before planning a trip to this island.

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Bali Weding Guide

Bali with its picturesque beauty attracts a vast majority of tourists all the year round; it holds its own distinct place among Asian travel destinations. Beautiful sandy beaches that stretch for miles coupled with awe-inspiring wonders like gravity defying rice terraces tempt many a
tourist. Its charm is not restricted to a specific age group of travelers. Bali attracts couples, honeymooners, singles and families alike. Every year a great majority of couples choose Bali for
destination weddings. If you are planning to get married in Bali, following pointers will prove handy: Indonesian law recognizes a marriage of same belief holders only. Bali being an Indonesian city, it has the same laws as the rest of the Indonesia. Only if both of the marriage partners have the same religion, they can get married in Bali. Otherwise one of the wedding partners has to give a change of religion’s declaration in writing.

Weddings of atheists and agnostics are not recognized by Bali laws. Their marriage will not be
considered valid by the civil registry office.

A wedding is given a legitimate status only when it is registered. Once you are in Bali
and before you get married, you are required to provide Civil Registry Office with:

1. Letter of No Impediment

For the issue of Letter of Impediment, you need to provide your Consular Representative with:

• Both of the marriage partners’ 6 months valid Passports (photocopy).
• Attested Divorce Decree (photocopy).
• In case of previous marriage/s, a certificate attesting termination of previous marriage/s (photocopy).

2. Notice of Intention to Marry

Submission of following documents to the Civil Registry Office is required for this notice:

• Religious marriage certification (photocopy)
• Foreign citizens are required to submit a photocopy of their passports.
  Locals are required to submit their Identity cards (photocopy).
• Attested Birth Certificate (photocopy).
• Attested Divorce decree/death certificates (photocopy).
• 4 photos of both of the partners: size 4x6 centimeter
• Letter of No Impediment

This notice will take ten working days for processing after its submission. But if you have a guest registration form, this process will take less time.

You must have two witnesses above 18 years of age. Their ID cards/ passports (photocopy) proving their ages are required by the Civil Registry Office.

A marriage certificate will be issued by the Civil Registry Office within two day of your marriage. You can also obtain an English translation of this certificate for future use.

The above given information will prove helpful for planning a Bali Wedding and will also save you from rough-and-tumble legalities.

The Culture of bali

Bali is an Indonesian island that is rich in
indigenous culture. A lot pf people say that Bali culture is unique and
that the people of Bali have always been contented with the “now.” If
you ask a Balinese person what heaven is like, the probable answer will
be “just like Bali”. This only goes to show that most Balinese people
are happy to be where they are and never worry.

One factor that
contributes to this laidback lifestyle is the culture of close family
ties in Bali. In the Balinese culture, support is always available.
Balinese extended families are so tightly knit that all members usually
reside in the same complex.

Hinduism is one of the main religions
in Bali. The Bali culture is based on a form of this religion, which is
called “Hindu Darma”. This religion reached the island during the
eleventh century. Most of the family customs and traditions as well as
community lifestyles of the Balinese people are influenced by this. The
religious influence even expands widely into the arts, which makes Bali
distinct from the rest of Indonesia.

In spite of the influx of
tourists to the island, Balinese people have managed to preserve their
culture. Almost every native of Bali is an artist in some form or
another. Parents and villagers have passed on their skills to their
children, who all seem to have inclinations either to music, dance,
painting, and decor.

Another remarkable mark of the Bali culture
is the series of ceremonies and rituals known as the Manusa Yadnya.
This marks the different stages of Balinese life. Cremation is very
popular on this island – and unlike in the West, death is a joyous and
colorful event for the Balinese.

Indeed, Bali has a rich culture, making it distinctive from the rest of the islands in Indonesia.

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Charity Dinner at Hu’u Bali Nets RP 20 million for the Bali Kids

Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 14 October, 2007 : - - 12 October, Bali: On Friday night starting at around 7:30, the Hu’u Bali saw a different kind of crowd from the usual weekend partygoers lining up to get in the door.

The crowd peaked at around two hundred people, made up of members of the surfing community, media, and supporters of the Bali Kids, gathering at the Hu’u Bali at the invitation of Oakley Indonesia and Villa Mana to help raise money for a worthy cause, the needy kids of Bali, and specifically the Bali Kids non-profit organization.

At the end of the night, Billy Boen from Oakley handed a check for Rp 19,435,000 to Brenton Whittaker from Bali Kids, money collected from dinner ticket sales and the proceeds from the live auction and the silent auction thus far. Certainly more will be coming in during the next week as promises are fulfilled and other silent action items sold. Attendees were treated to free flow drinks, a buffet dinner, video's and a live performance by the Bali Kids.

Court 'rejects Bali bomber Amrozi's appeal'

Jakarta, Sept. 7(AP): The Supreme Court rejected an appeal by an Islamic militant on death row for the 2002 Bali bombings that killed 202 people, many of them foreign tourists, a judge said on Friday.

Lawyers for Amrozi Nurhasyim _ one of three men awaiting a firing squad for the twin nightclub attacks _ argued his conviction was illegal because it was based on an anti-terror law that was applied retroactively.

Djoko Sarwoko, a member of the Supreme Court's three-judge panel, said Nurhasyim's appeal had been rejected on Aug. 30.

Indonesia, the world's most populous Muslim nation, has been hit by a string of terrorist attacks in recent years blamed on the al Qaida-linked militant group Jemaah Islamiyah, the first and most deadly being the Oct. 12, 2002 bombings on the resort island of Bali.

Nurhasyim, Ali Gufron and Imam Samudra were among more than 30 people convicted in those blasts. They confessed to partaking in the plot and initially accepted their death sentences, saying they wanted to die as martyrs.

But in July, they asked their lawyers to appeal, noting that the Constitutional Court ruled in mid-2004 that tough new laws _ passed after the Bali bombings _ could not be used in cases predating their adoption.

Decisions for Gufron and Samudra ``are still pending,'' Sarwoko said.