Omar @ CIMB Classic

Micheal Sim

Ben Crane

With Craig

With Ramayah

Anuar @ CIMB Classic

Tanah Lot Temple

The tiny island was formed by the gradual erosion of the ocean tide over thousands of years. The temple of Tanah Lot is said to have been founded by the 16th-century priest Nirartha, one of the last priests to come to Bali from Java.

The temple of Tanah Lot stands on a rocky island just off the southwest coast of Bali. One of Bali's most sacred sea temples, Tanah Lot is dedicated to the guardian spirits of the sea. The temple itself is said to be guarded from evil by the sea snakes that inhabit the caves below.

The temple itself is not accessible to visitors, but magnificent views can be had from a variety of points nearby. Crowds especially gather on the terraces nearby to watch the glow of the sunset behind the temple. Naturally, there are plenty of souvenir shops and cafes with a view to keep you well-supplied while doing so.

Emery, Hj Aziz @ CIMB Classic

Jason @ CIMB Classic

New Golf Course

Northern Exposure: A golf course is planned for an area around the Mt Batur volcano in Bali’s northeast, as part of a government drive to expand tourism beyond the crowded south. A second international airport is being studied for the less densely populated region.

Two Cultures on the beach

Two Cultures: Tourists sunbathing under a thunderous sky as a Melasti procession passed by on Kuta Beach. Hindus all over Bali took part in the cleansing ritual that occurs prior to the Nyepi day of silence on Saturday, 5th March.

Nyepi Day - Bali's Silence Day
On March 5, 2011, Bali will enter the new year since 1933, which is called Nyepi and it is celebrated by total silence. There will be no light, no activities, no trips, and no sound and entertainment for 24 hours. If you are in Bali, please note the following dos and donts:

1. Silence begins starting 5 a.m. of March 5 for 24 hours.
2. The airport will be totally closed on March 5, so there will be neither arrival nor departure on that day. All connecting airports around the globe have been notified in advance.
3. If you travel by lsand, do not plan your arrival in Bali on March 5, there will be no activity at the bus terminal and most importantly there will be no traffic movement in the whole Bali island.

Nirwana Golf from the air

As I travelled

Traffic is very chronic issue in Bali and if no urgent and comprehensive action taken, could destroy the island’s tourism industry. Unless the problem is arrested urgently, Bali risk losing its charm and the international tourist might easily turn to other destinations in neighboring countries. According to The Bali Times, Feb 25, thousands of foreign visitors lodge complaints againt the gridlock affecting the resort areas in south island.

The traffic congestion was so bad and uncontrollable and recurring almost hourly in the main streets. Our tourist guide always said “ kalau tidak macet kita boleh sampi dalam 15 menit tapi kalau macet perjalanan mungkin 45 menit.”

Vehicles ownership had surged in recent years at the same time the number of tourist arrival increased tremendously, whilst the length and size of the roan remained constant. The local authority is not keeping abreast with the situation. In recent years motor vehicles increased at a rate of 12% a year whilst road infrastructure has only been extended at a rate of 2.3%.