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As a Hindu island that embraces the concept of multiculturalism, life in Bali is a continuous cycle of diverse celebrations. One occasion close to our heart was AlamKulKul’s recent 21st anniversary. Instead of hosting an elaborate party, we planned a series of activities for our staff members and their loved ones. The highlight was our family day with games, prizes and lots of fun. There was also a beach clean-up, blood donor drive and a social visit to a rural village in need. Over the years we have become quite an icon on the island’s ever-changing tourism scene with our signature brand of hospitality and pioneering eco directives.Another forthcoming celebration will be Isra’ Mi’raj Nabi Muhammed SAW (Islamic Ascension Day) on 10th July 2010. This religious holiday commemorates a journey taken by the Prophet Muhammed upon the back of a winged horse to the Seventh Heaven. Some followers believe that it was a physical pilgrimage while others think it was merely spiritual through metaphorical vision. Nevertheless, this day is observed with a special visit to the mosque followed by a family feast of local delicacies. Last but not least is Indonesian Independence Day, which is celebrated annually on 17th August 2010. This is a day that evokes a great sense of national pride as it commemorates the country securing its freedom following more than three centuries under Dutch colonial rule Independence Day is a public holiday where early morning flag ceremonies are performed at schools and government offices across the archipelago. On the island of Bali, festive activities, competitions and games are organised by community leaders. Young and old gather to participate in sack races, tug-of-war and the all time favourite slippery pole climb to grab an attractive prize at the top. The sense of fun is contagious and everyone is welcome to celebrate. |
  Being located in a tropical area, Bali has become a home for many tropical fruits such as Durian, Pineapple, Starfruit etc. Most of these fruits I’m sure you’ve heard of, but have you ever heard of snake fruit? Scary as it may sound, snake fruit is a very delicious fruit. Can be found everywhere in traditional markets and supermarkets when in season, snake fruit is a sweet fruit with thin and hard skin that looks like, well, snake skin. Thus the name: snake fruit. Another fruit that you probably haven’t heard of is Rambutan. Rambut is the Bahasa Indonesia for hair, and rambutan literally means hairy. Creepy? No actually, ripe rambutan looks like a red fur ball and it tastes sweet. And like most fruits, peeling it could be a tricky task because it’s round and it has no openings. You have to press it in the right angle to tear the skin and then pop the white jelly-like fruit out. Be careful not to bite the seed tho, it could spoil your rambutan-tasting experience. |
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