Author: Hans Saputra

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New Year 2013 in Bali

New year is here againnn.. time pass really damn fast.. It’s always been confusing for me.. where to go.. will it be good.. nye only comes once each year.. I don’t want to ruin it.. So I’ll list some of nye parties in Bali to give better thought..

Waterboom Bali
Waterboom will have some concerts performance by MICHAEL FRANTI AND SPEARHEAD, NAHKO AND MEDICINE FOR THE PEOPLE, THE SOUL DOCTORS, JIM LARKIN AND THE SAUCY SOUL BAND.. from 7-2AM.. Price USD 35..
more info http://www.stayhumanstore.com/1000tickettofundraiserfortikahick.aspx

Skygarden
I know this place will be rocking.. will definitely be packed.. they have some overseas djs performing..
Price: 250K, 350K and 2.5M for table reserved..
More info go to http://www.61legian.com/component/content/article/285

Mint
This is the latest hottest club.. 100% fully packed.. bottles promo 10 – 12 PM from 700K.. go to https://www.facebook.com/mintbali for updates..

Potato Head Beach Club
Claiming would be the heaviest nye party tunes.. performing some international djs.. should be around 800K.. they haven’t post the event details on their web.. but should be around the same price as Kudeta..

Hard Rock Cafe will have one night in rio with sem thomasson..

Nammos will have A Nigh of Decadence and Hedonism with Bert Bevans.. 1M for couple inc 750ml F Vodka..

Akasaka Music Club will have Pirates of The Akasaka with some jakarta djs..
Eikon will have Sarah Robertson (Oz Dj former playboy bunny)..
Boshe will have DJ Winky.. 200K..
Pyramid will have12 hours party journey..
Cocoon will haveblack and white party with some performances..
Komune Beach club will have DJ Tony Montana – Ibiza with free entry.. http://www.komuneresorts.com/keramasbali/library/New-Year-Eve-FP6W.pdf
W will havelondon beats party from 4PM – 4AM..
Kudeta will have Diamons Are Forever… 800K – 900K tickets.. with DJ Danny Marquez – Space Ibiza
Club 27 will have Pool Party.. 200K – 250K..
District will have El Paradiso Del District with Remy Irwan and Ninda Felina..
Rooftop @ the101 will have Hawaii Party.. 250K..

Venues that can accomodate for huge number of people are Waterboom, Skygarden with their club dome and roof garden, Potato Head, Hard Rock Cafe, Nammos, Akasaka and Boshe. If you wanna see a lot of people.. there are the only choices. Waterboom will have concert instead of dance party, it’s not for me then.  I don’t really like the crowd in Hard Rock Cafe, Akasaka and Boshe, they are normally not party people. Nammos is just too far, and I believe they won’t have enough crowd to make it fun. It left me with Skygarden and Potato Head.

Skygarden is just like my normal saturday night with more crazier people of course.. but it’s a lot cheaper.. 2.5M if I go with 4 friends.. might order another 2 bottles + some snacks.. maximum end up 5M for 4 people.. Potato Head on the other hand, 800K (not sure) for entrance.. bottles at least 2M.. with some snacks.. easily get 10M.. About double.. but hey.. it’s new year eve.. I might go to Potato Head.. See you there guys!

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Credit Card Reward Points: How it worth

Always in my mind, which card give the most of their reward points. I have many credit cards myself, always wondering which one to use every time I buy expensive things. So this is my analysis, I’ll discuss 2 cards I have: Danamon World and Citibank Rewards.

Danamon World

Every 1000 rupiah spent, we’ll get 1.5 reward points. 100K voucher for carrefour is worth 25000 reward points. So the rupiah amount of that voucher will be, 25000 / 1.5 *1000 = 16.666.666 rupiah. You spend 16.6M+ rupiah, you got back 100K.. it’s about 0.6%.. I calculate for redeeming IPAD is about similar percentage..

For millage it looks better. I use the Kris Flyer mileage point since they have the calculator available on their web.. 1 KF (Kris Flyer) mileage point is equal to 12 reward point.. A trip from Singapore to Bali round way needs 12.750 miles.. so it needs 12 x 12.750 = 153000 reward points.. which is equal to Rp. 102.000.000,- of spending.. you get a 2.3M rupiah worth of ticket.. it’s about 2.25%.. taxes and surcharges are excluded..

Another plus point.. we can enjoy the airport lounge using this card, free annual fee, 5% cash back on petrol and bill..

Citibank Reward Card

Every 2500 rupiah spend, you got 1, 2 or 3 reward points.. depends where and when we use the card.. Lets say it’s 2 reward points since mostly we will get these. I took an example of redeeming PS3 500GB.. it needs 323700 rewards point.. it costs Rp 2.750.000,- in some online stores.. 323700 is about Rp. 404.625.000,- of spending.. so it’s about 0.67%..

The best with this card.. when there are some promotions with some venues.. We can use our reward points as cash discount.. such as in Sushi Tei, Planet Sports, Carrefour, etc.. I calculate.. it’s about 15 rupiah for each point + some reward points + more discounts (sometimes).. you spend 2500 rupiah… you’ll get 30 back.. it’s about 1.2%.. double compare if you take the gadget..

For millage.. 7 reward point = 1 millage point.. as above.. 7 x 12.750 = 89250 reward points.. which is equal to Rp. 111.562.500,- of spending.. we get Rp 2.3M worth of ticket.. taxes and surcharges are excluded.. it’s about 2%..

Please keep in mind.. we can get sometimes only 1 instead of 2 reward points for each 2500 rupiah we spend which make all percentage above worst..

Well in conclusion.. danamon looks a bit better on the redemption value.. but citibank has better value if you don’t like travelling and like to spend money to certain places they are partnering..

Note:
– I can’t find any information about point getting expired.. it might not get expire.. but have to confirm that..
– This calculation is based on my monthly statement and some information on their official website..
– Disclaimer ON always..

Kris Flyer mileage calculator.. click here http://www.singaporeair.com/travelplanner.form

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Sushi Q Teuku Umar Denpasar Bali

What a lucky day! So hungry after a long massage session.. I went to Jalan Teuku Umar to keep my big belly happy.. I was a little confuse between Mie Bandung or something heavier.. Accidently.. found this brand new restaurant called Sushi Q.. The Q is stand for qombi.. It’s the old minivan of VW.. The car is parked in front of the restaurant.. not sure if the sushi was made inside the car.. Google Maps: -8.681557,115.19935

I arrived around 9.30 PM.. I was explained that they were not opened yet.. today is for test food only.. everyone will get one food and one drink for free.. everyone means everyone.. including me who was no-one to them.. I only have to pay the second food.. sound good!.. The place is very typical teuku umar restaurant.. you only come to eat and go.. they have air conditioner and non area.. it’s good.. clean..

All sushis were fnisihed! I ordered beef yakiniku, udon soup.. tasted ok.. to much black pepper for the beef yakiniku.. but ok for me.. the soup for udon was nice.. I could feel the seaweed taste.. normal tea was served instead of typical japanese ocha tea.. why?.. They’re really panic for the first day (that’s why they give the food for free :).. hopefully the next day they will be better.. It’s only 20K for each food.. and 50K for 3 foods.. really cheap! really value for money.. recommended!

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Sambal Shrimp Seminyak Bali

Brand new restaurant just opened in Seminyak area. The name is Sambal Shrimp. It’s located in jalan drupadi, seminyak. Google Maps: -8.682979,115.164365. The place was japanese restaurant before. It’s fully renovated while still keeping the old wooden house style.

The place is on second floor.. parking area is ok.. can fit around 6 cars.. the security guys are excellent.. they bought me cigarettes haha.. They have 2 outdoor areas.. quite large one at the front.. small one at the back.. the main area in the middle.. quite large also.. low dim light.. all wooden furnitures.. it’s nice.. no air conditioners however..

Their best menu is the sambal shrimp of course.. as the name says.. I tried it with some additional sambals like sambal matah and terasi.. if i’m not wrong.. This shrimps was really really nice.. the taste of the prawn and herbs was perfect.. I also like both sambals.. really nice..

But.. it’s expensive.. The sambal shrimp itself was 150K.. about 300gr.. see the picture above.. You have to order min 300gr.. I spend 230K for the prawn, 2 little sambals, 1 bowl of rice and 1 coke.. the portion was not even 1/4 of my stomach.. i’m big anyway.. other foods was also expensive.. fine dining restaurant prices..

I like the food but not the price.. the place is nice but not good enough for fine dining.. If they are cheaper.. like half of their prices now.. I would go three times a week!

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Nanny’s Pavillon Beachwalk Kuta Bali

Beachwalk Kuta is the latest mall in Bali. It’s huge. Some areas are still under development. But mostly they are running and selling. One of the nicest restaurant is The Nanny’s Pavillon. It’s located in the front area, near the beach, separated from the big building.. It’s a bit confusing which is the front part of this mall. Too hugeee..

They have outdoor and indoor area. When it’s not too hot, it’s really nice to seat outdoor. Otherwise full conditioner indoor area provides 3 big sofas, some tables and bar tables. Nice place to spend some times eating and chit chat before movies.

Their favorite foods are their baked rice menu.. it’s a rice with some herbs and melted cheese on the top.. it’s really nice.. Not to forget their spaghetti tuna.. it’s so damn nice also.. it’s so tasty.. Their blueberry pancake and chocolate waffle are also greatttt.. drinks were ok.. I can’t remember what I took.. but it was standard.. i might have chosen the wrong one..
Nanny's Pavillion Baked Rice
The price is good.. most of the food below 50K.. the portion is nice for ladies.. a bit smaller for man.. but again the price is right.. you can order another one.. A lot of time I went.. They are really full during lunch and dinner time.. specially in the weekend..

 

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Musashi Japanese Food in Nusa Dua

Musashi is one of the pioneer japanese food in Nusa Dua area. It’s located in Jalan Nusa Dua Selatan. It’s on the way to Pantai Geger where the new huge Mulia Resort is. Google Maps: -8.811563,115.224692.

What I like most is its location. It’s in a really quite area, far from any crowds. Mulia Resort is just opened, they might make this area busier. But for now, it’s still really quite. I’ve come like five times to Musashi, and all the time, there weren’t many guests. It was about 2 – 4 tables. The restaurant have about 2 unwalled rooms with 2 tables, about 3 or 4 tables in the main area.. They also have outside area..

I had salmon and tamago sashimi, karaage, one of the best seller sushi with salmon, unagi and tobiko black and two island shiraz.. i forgot the name of the sushi.. I asked for the best seller one.. waiter gave me that.. the sashimi was really nice.. it’s fresh.. I don’t like the wasabi however.. it’s not HOT.. I like their karaage best.. compare to others jap resto.. I would say Musashi has the best karaage.. The sushi.. whatever the name.. was OK only.. I can’t taste the unagi.. the mayonise taste was too strong..

Total I paid like 900K+.. the wine itself around 300K+.. Price was a bit too expensive I guess.. they put on 15% of service if I’m not wrong.. this doesn’t feel right.. 5% should be OK.. but not 15%? ..

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Dapurku Dapur Sunda Bali

Another West Java or Sunda type of restaurant has opened in Bali. It’s located in Sunset Road between the intersection of Kunti St and Nakula St. Google Maps: -8.691548,115.173062. The place is big, you have no worry about parking space.

The main different of Dapur Sunda and others is their private dinner area. They have many small dining rooms, fully air conditioner which can accommodate around 10 people or maybe more. When you have a discussion or privacy dinner, these rooms are really convenient. They also have normal restaurant table area in the front.

I tried the Gurami Cobek, Kangkung Cobek, Sambal Terasi and Sambal Matah. Gurami Cobek is OK.. They cut the fish in small pieces.. The fish itself was really nice.. it was really fresh.. not odd fresh water taste.. The sauce, on the other hand, was not really nice.. FOR ME tough.. But I like the Sambal Terasi and Sambal Matah.. It’s damn hot but nice.. It got even nicer when I mixed these two different sambals.. Next time I will order just normal Gurami Goreng.. i think they call it flying gurami.. something with fly.. and order these two sambals..

Price is quite high compare to their competitors nearby.. Bale Udang Mak Engking and Ikan Bakar Tempoe Doeloe are very similar to Dapur Sunda.. Their size of restaurants, their foods and their origins are very very similar.. However Bale Udang and Tempoe Doeloe sell their fish a lot cheaper.. Dapur Sunda sell their fish around 70K.. Bale Udang and Tempoe Doeloe around 50K.. The same apply to their vegetables also..

Offer all.. The only thing I’ll miss to Dapur Sunda is their sambals. And I might also go if I need privacy group dinner.. Other than that, I’ll go to Tempoe Doeloe.. Tempoe Doeloe has better taste of the fish, the vegetables and cheaper of course!

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District Night Club ex Musro

Went to District on Saturday for the launch of Fashion Vodka. I’ve heard the rumors that the new management has put a lot investment to renovate the place. My expectation was quite high that the place will be a lot better.

Well.. when entering the entrance.. I’ve to throw away that high expectation.. only small little changes to the club.. if you ever go to musro last time.. this new district has no different.. well may be just a little bit.. the lighting, table design, sofa.. I didn’t go to the karaoke room that day..

The party itself was ok.. Only see 2 ftv type of models with lots of f vodka bottles on their table.. there is no free trial of the vodka like they did in Hu’u Bar when they launching the f vodka also.. the crowd was ok but not for long.. live band performance on the stage untill around 1 i guess.. some models on the stage for a short time.. that’s about it.. it’s quite boring after a while..

I didn’t pay for the entrance that day.. not sure how much for the entry fee was.. drink prices are club standard.. cocktail around 100-200K..

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Sunset Beer n BBQ at Sky Garden

I’ve just enjoyed a really good afternoon today.. It was only 50K.. I’ve got free flow beers from 1 hour and all  you can eat nice food for 3 hours!

I’ve noticed while ago from Sky Garden tweets (@61legian), they have free flow beer and all you can eat food every afternoon. But dunno it could be this nice. The new garden at the top really give nice atmosphere in the afternoon. It’s comparable or even better to many nice expensive restaurants in Seminyak area.

The free flow beers start at 5 – 6 PM. Quite short one, but again it’s only 50K with the food! The waiters go around and around pouring the beer to your glass. I was seated at the back corner. Don’t ever seat there if you are a beer lover. The waiter only bring one jug, and it always finish before they reach my table. I will seat near the bar next time!

The food is nice. Considering the price, it really really damn nice. haha. Today, there are onions (cooked in 3 different ways), bread, roast chicken, sausages, hamburgers, chicken and beef bbq kebab, pork ribs, pasta, etc etc.. it’s a real food.. you can keep on eating them until 8 PM.. I’m still so damn full now! I might skip breakfast tomorrow..

This is a real bargain deal. Nice place, nice atmosphere, nice food, nice drink.. also.. last but not least of course.. nice chicks!

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XL GSM Important Code

For XL GSM user.. please remember to do this when going overseas:

#818# -> turn off voicemail
##002# -> turn off all call forward
*123*572# -> turn off all subscription to SMS premium, NSP (nada sambung pribady), DLL..
turn off delivery report for sms