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Bali’s Nyepi: Celebrating the New Year in Silence

Nyepi, the Balinese New Year, is a time that many travel agents recommend be avoided for Bali holidays, mainly because during a 24 hour period no-one on the island is permitted to leave the confines of their home, or hotel in the case of tourists. However Nyepi is without question the most spectacular, exciting and colourful of all Balinese ceremonies

ensur they no longer disturb the people.
Nyepi day follows in dramatic contrast as a day of meditation. It passes with no sounds, no lights, no traffic on the streets; even the planes in and out of Denpasar stop for the day. Effigies of the Gods are taken from village temples to the sea in colorful processions to be bathed by the God Baruna before being returned to the

and anyone who has the opportunity to experience it is in line for a memorable experience. So ignore the advice and enjoy this unique celebration, held over three days, usually in March or April of each year.
The night especially not to be missed is Nyepi evening, the time when all the demons of the Balinese world are symbolically exorcised through effigies of fantastic monsters created by the villagers and known as “Ogoh-Ogoh”. (pictured) An exciting carnival atmosphere prevails; each village holds an exuberant and colourful procession with noise and clamour that frightens the demons away and leaves the “Ogoh Ogoh” purified before being cremated to

shrines of their origin. Thus the village, the deities and the people are purified for the New Year. Banks, offices, schools and other public services are closed. Hospital and medical emergencies are provided for, hotels are only allowed minimal activity and guests are asked to stay within the hotel confines with minimal lighting and noise. It's a wonderful restful day after all the excitement and most of us can only benefit from that!
Of course there are many more ceremonies & celebrations throughout the year in Bali & club reception staff will be happy to provide information on where they are & what protocols need to be observed if you would like to attend.

HOTEL MAMBRUK ANYER

Maintenance 2004

      In accordance with clause 16 of the Club Rules and Regulations, the Directors have agreed to a recommendation by the Management Company that maintenance for 2004 be increased by 6.8%, necessary because of cost increases in labour (10 to 12%) electricity, (approx 8%) and other essentials including fuel, telephone and water, averaging around 5% each.
     With a yearly average of 3.1% over the past 8 years, the club has made every effort to keep increases to a minimum.
     For the three years between 1996 & 1998 fees remained unchanged, in 1999 there was an increase of 9.0%, followed by 1999 to 2000 @ 3.8%, 2000 to 2001 @ 6.2%, 2001 to 2002 @ 3.4% and 2002 to 2003 @ 2.4%.

Fees for 2004
ClubBali :US $0.19 (Rp 1,325) per point.
RBVC : One Bedroom apartment US $228.00
Two Bedroom apartment US $368.00

Jl. Raya Karang Bolong, Anyer,
Tel. 0254-601602, Fax. 0254-601723

Good news for Jakarta members! The popular Mambruk Hotel at Anyer is now a Club Bali affiliated resort destination.
Situated on the coast, only 1.5 hours from Jakarta, resort activities include deep sea fishing, scuba diving, tennis and swimming and there’s a business centre and function rooms for up to 100 people. landscaped gardens make it ideal for both business and pleasure.
For reservations using CB$ contact Club Bali on 750 6708. For special discount rate cash reservations contact Mambruk directly on:
Tel. 0254 601 602, Fax. 0254 601 723,
e-mail: mambruk@indosat.net.id
Please note that these rates are not available for the main holiday periods including Idul Fitri, Idul Adha, Christmas and New Year.

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