Showing posts with label Beach. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Beach. Show all posts

Thursday, October 4, 2012

Dreamland Beach bali

Stunning beaches in Bali not only Kuta Beach or Sanur Beach. One more thing that started ogled by domestic and foreign tourists is Dreamland Beach. Yes, the name this beach is presenting all dreams about the beauty of the beach. Starting from a stretch of white sand, until the waves roll in large very suitable for surfing sports. Not only that, the beach is also located behind a hill, so the view of nature since it was first laid down this hill so beautiful. Exotic region is also quite close to the objects of religious tourism in Bukit Pecatu, Uluwatu which have been built since the 11th century AD.

The existence of "Dreamland" actually save less savory stories behind the building. At first, this coastal area merupaan poor with income from farming population in a barren land. The southern island of Bali is known as an area of ​​limestone hills are barren. But in the early 1990's, began the construction of this region by PT Bali Pecatu Graha (BPG). PT BPG began buying up 900 acres of land to be transformed into an expensive resort with the name Pecatu Indah Resort.

Unfortunately, the land acquisition process did not go smoothly. Most of the land was released with a very low, not even a little that has not been paid. In June 1996, the villagers began to assert their rights to Pecatu Bali Council, and in January 1997 the members of the National Commission on Human Rights in Denpasar. But their demands are not getting results, while BPG project runs smoothly. Although land acquisition was forced upon them, eventually people Pecatu BPG project hopes someday to ensure their future. Certainly no longer as poor farmers, but rather a part in the business of tourism services. That's why it's called 'Dreamland', the land of dreams.

In the economic crisis that led to the Reformation in 1998, made the trip goes BPG project faltered. Until the end range of facilities and facilities that have been built eventually managed by the residents. With the allure of the beach that is not inferior to the Kuta Beach, the beach attractions in the village of Pecatu was able to become one of the fields of income for their citizens.

Feature

Dreamland beach location is quite unique. Travelers who visit these beaches will be amazed when he got off from the vehicle and walked to the top of a steep cliff in the village of Pecatu. White sand that stretches seat equipped with beach umbrellas, the waves were pretty big, and the surfers who are cool waves crashing into "menu" a good opening for viewing. No wonder the beach is also called the New Kuta Dreamland, because its appeal is considered to match the most popular beach on the island of Bali.
From these high cliffs, tourists can down the stairs toward the Dreamland Beach. Unlike Kuta or Sanur beach, Dreamland's relatively quiet, so it's quite comfortable to enjoy the natural atmosphere. You do not have to worry about being chased or masseur souvenir merchants like other beaches in Bali. On the beach you can rent a chair that has a beach umbrella. It costs about IDR 50.000 for each seat (2009). Perhaps the price is quite expensive, but it would be comparable to the enjoyment of the sun while enjoying coconut ice or watching the surfers try out its capabilities.

On top of the white sand, tourists can take a walk, play sand, playing beach volleyball, or holding a variety of fun games with friends or family. Rock cliffs on the beach presents a view recesses of the rocks. Location under the cliffs also be a pretty place to watch the sunset). In the rainy season, these cliffs are filled with grass and shrubs, so it seems like a stretch of savanna.

If you want to swim, you can immediately plunged into the sea. This beach area is beautiful with very clear water. However, travelers who can not swim are advised not to play water, because the waves on the beach is famous for large enough so it can be dragged into the sea travelers. The high waves at Dreamland Beach is becoming one of the surfers paradise for domestic and foreign tourists.

Location

Dreamland Beach is located at the Southern end of the village of Pecatu, South Kuta district, Badung regency, Bali Province, Indonesia.

Access

Dreamland Beach neighborhood adjacent to one of the Pura Sad Kahyangan (prop shaft of the wind temple in Bali), which is Uluwatu. To arrive at Dreamland Beach, from Kuta Beach, tourists can go through the Jimbaran Pecatu village, with a journey time of about 30 minutes. From the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, can be reached by traveling about 20 minutes. While from Ngurah Rai, Bali or Denpasar, it takes 45 + minutes to arrive at Dreamland Beach. If travelers do not use private vehicles, tourists can use the services of travel agents or travel agents, tour buses, taxis or rental cars and motorcycles.

Ticket Prices

Travelers are tickets for IDR 5.000 / person (2009).

Accommodation and Other Facilities

Dreamland beach in the area there are cafes and food and beverage vendors to meet the needs of travelers. For tourists who do not bring a bathing suit, can buy swimsuits that are sold around the coast. On the beach is also available bathroom facilities or rooms rinse, with rents IDR 5.000 to urinate and IDR 10.000 to defecate (2009).

If you want to stay, there are dozens of resorts or villas with a fairly varied. Some even resort built on a cliff so travelers who stay can enjoy the beauty of Dreamland beach from the cliff. The villas at the rates quite expensive (around 262-850 USD per day) provides a private swimming pool for tourists who stay at the villa.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Kuta Beach Bali

For tourists domestic and foreign tourists, enjoying the evening on the island of Bali feels incomplete if you do not watch the sunset at Kuta Beach. The attraction is different from Sanur Beach is more in demand because of the beauty of the rising sun. In addition to panoramic sunset, Kuta Beach offers views are quite impressive, the line curved crescent shaped beaches with white sand along the + 2 km.

Before it was transformed into a leading tourist attraction, formerly Kuta Beach is one of the trading port of the island at the center of the marketing of agricultural produce of local communities with buyers from outside. In the 19th century, Mads Lange, a merchant from Denmark, settled and established trading bases in Kuta Beach. Through negotiation skills, Mads Lange became intermediaries trade between the kings in Bali with the Dutch.

In its development, from the famous Kuta Beach after Hugh Mahbett published a book entitled Praise to Kuta. The book contains an invitation to the local community to set up facilities in order to support the development of tourism to Kuta Beach tourist visits. Through the book, the discourse on the development of tourism facilities increasingly prevalent, so the construction of hotels in Bali, restaurants, and entertainment venues increased.

Feature

As the most popular beaches in Bali, throbbing Kuta Beach tourist activity moved from the morning until the early hours. In the morning, Kuta Beach is visited by tourists who want to breathe fresh air, take a walk, or looking for breakfast. During the day, the tourists both domestic and foreign tourists enjoy the natural scenery while regular sunbathing on the beach. There are also families who bring their children to play or swim in the beach sand.

If the late afternoon, generally increasing the number of tourists to see the allure of this beach, the sunset. If the night had spread, the atmosphere turned more lively Kuta Beach with the atmosphere the night life are concentrated in a number of places of entertainment.

Another attraction, Kuta Beach has waves that big a challenge for tourists to do sports surfing. This place is also often a national surfing competition arena and the world level. Nevertheless, Kuta Beach is also suitable for beginners who are just learning to surf.

Location

District of Kuta, Badung, Bali, Indonesia.

Access

To go to Kuta beach, visitors can embark on a journey from the city of Denpasar. From the provincial capital of Bali, Kuta Beach is about 11 miles south. From Denpasar tourists can use the services of public transportation (taxi or minibus) with long travel about 15-20 minutes.

Ticket Prices

Still in the confirmation

Accommodation and Other Facilities

As a center of tourism destinations in the island of Bali, Kuta Beach has a variety of support facilities, one of which is a training center and equipment rental surf. For tourists who want to learn to surf, this beach available special places that rent windsurfing equipment and also guide. On the beach is also available entertainment arena, such as bungy jumping, water boom and arena games. In addition, along Kuta Beach there are various cafes, bars, pubs, discos, and live music event that is always crowded by tourists to spend the time or just add entertainment in the evenings.

For shopping enthusiasts, available around Kuta Beach souvenir shops selling handicrafts in various forms, various kinds of accessories, clothing typical of the coast, as well as T-shirts. Near Kuta Beach there are also supermarkets, hotels, guest house, as well as food stalls and restaurants that serve a variety of dishes to taste local and global flavors.

If tourists want to just relaxation, on the outskirts of Kuta Beach are the professional masseurs that can directly be hired at a cost of around 20.000 IDR for a half hour and 40.000 IDR for a one hour massage. There is also a seller of services that have the skills to beautify the appearance of tourists, such as the manufacturer of temporary tattoos, nail color, and hair stylists.

Friday, June 1, 2012

Sanur Beach Bali

 Sanur Beach is one of the beaches in Bali are interesting to visit. The beauty of natural scenery made famous Sanur beach even since antiquity. In the history of ancient Bali, Sanur Beach has been known as a beautiful beach, it appears in the inscription of King Kasari Warmadewa, a king Singhadwala berkeraton in the year 917 AD Now, the inscription is found in Blanjong area, the southern part of Sanur Beach.

In the Dutch colonial period, Sanur Beach is famous as the landing site when the Dutch army will invade the kingdom of Badung is considered defying the colonial government. The war that took place on 18 November 1906 that became known as Puputan Badung, the spirit of war to the death practiced by the King of Badung and his followers.

In terms of tourism, Sanur Beach began to be introduced to the international world by A. J. Le Mayeur, an artist from Belgium who came to Bali in 1932. See attraction Sanur beach is very beautiful, the Le Mayeur decided to settle in Sanur by establishing a painting studio. Le Mayeur Bali later married a girl named Ni Nyoman Pollok, a famous Legong dancer and is one of the models of his paintings. Through paintings Le Mayeur, Sanur Beach began to be known internationally. Currently, the studio painting has become the Museum Le Mayeur and can be visited by the public. Le Mayeur Museum is located in the tourist area of ​​Sanur Beach.

Feature

In contrast to the present beauty of Kuta Beach sunset, Sanur beach is famous for its panoramic beauty of the sun rising. The topography of the curve with a white sand beach that stretches to form a beautiful cluster. In the morning, enjoying the moments of dazzling sun rising, tourists can see Nusa Penida island chain in the southeast as well as the panoramic south coast of Bali.

The view in the evening is equally interesting. Receding sea water clarifying eye on the island cluster of attacks and rolling rocks jutting into the sea in the south of Sanur Beach. Not only that, if the waves are not so big, tourists can witness the beauty of the coral reef that stretches colorful.

Location

Sanur Beach is located in the village of Sanur, Denpasar District, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia.

Access

Sanur Beach is about 6 km from the center of Denpasar and can be reached by private vehicle such as a car or motorcycle. If you want to use public vehicles (minibus), travelers need not worry because very crowded public transport back and forth between Sanur-Denpasar.

Ticket Prices

Still in the confirmation

Accommodation and Other Facilities

Sanur area is the first tourism development in Bali, characterized by the presence of star-rated hotels and various restaurants. Therefore, travelers need not worry if needed lodging or food stalls around the beach. In addition, the tourist area of ​​Sanur beach also provides souvenir stalls selling various arts and souvenirs typical of the coast.