Myanmar as they emerge from the darkness

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I was very pleased to read the news article inferring that Myanmar is now prepared to join the world's community of nations, which means I hope that they are ready to treat their nationals with respect and dignity. The Burmese are on the whole a lovely gentle caring race of people, For the people of Myanmar have for far to long relied on their community and spiritual way of life to ensure that they are equipped to travel beyond the woes brought upon them by the oppression that they have endured at the hands of their military. For the Burmese people have had their calm and spiritual persona exploited to the extreme by the military junta that has controlled this country, we the west have stood by and allowed this oppression to happen.

Back in the 90's I had the privilege to work in Yangon as a consultant to their fledgling mobile telephony network, albeit my work lasted only for a short period of time, a matter of a few months. For one fleeting moment, about 12 to 15 years ago it looked as though they were about to rejoin the democratic world order, as they tried to embrace democracy. Global hotel chains rushed to Yangon to build and operate spectacular hotels of incredible quality, sadly as they did keep to the democratic discipline, these hotels have stood largely empty.

As for my reason to be there it was to advise them on the requirements required to implement a mobile telephony network across Myanmar. As they were attempting to embrace mobile telephony, as it looked as though they wanted to put in a network, then they were beginning to open up the country again.

During the period that I traveled to and from Myanmar, a journey that I found to be fraught with difficulty due to all of the procedural requirements to obtain visa's etc., I saw an infra-structure that was reminiscent of the war years across Europe. There were old Bedford lorries and buses which were easily 50 years old and were still operating as originally intended, it was as though the world had not moved on. For me this brought a kind of charm to my trips that was enjoyable to see and experience, but I left the country for better facilities so never really had to experience the practical impact for any period of time.

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However, what was a surprise to me; was the presence of French nationals plying their trade. The French were involved in areas such as; Telephone exchange systems through to restaurants. I was advised by colleagues that I worked with to keep my own council should I be in any bars during my evenings, they were indicating the existence of French intelligence, a service who were there in Myanmar to protect French businesses from foreign competitors. I have no idea as to whether I brushed along side these guys so had no experience to say if this was true or not. But, I had certainly been advised to keep my own council and particularly around the bar of the Strand Hotel, a bar where the few expats that were in Myanmar frequented, I count embassy personal amongst the expats.

During one of my evening trips I had the good fortune to travel outside of Yangon, traveling on a main route for approx 10 miles, at which point we turned off the road and followed a dirt track for at least another 2 miles. Eventually we came across a beautiful newly painted white colonial house, this house was in the middle of a plantation, it had an arch stretching out from the front door/entrance whereby cars could drive through and stop underneath, this arch was reminiscent of a by gone era. You can imagine that in the days when colonial carriages were in use, that these carriages would draw under the arch and come to a complete halt, the colonial elite would then alight from such carriages. The front porch would then pass into a grand hall complete with sweeping staircase. This rather splendid building was an exclusive French restaurant, it came together with a French chef/owner, the food was of unbelievable quality. The restaurant was not over populated with tables but the tables that were there positioned in the various rooms, were all full with diners. 

I have digressed, it is interesting that the exploiters were indeed the exploited at the end of the day, as the Chinese were using Myanmar's resources to generate power and then send that power back to China netting little benefit to the Burmese. I would suspect that the military regime of Myanmar had long enjoyed the support of China. But this aside and for whatever reason they, the junta, have now come to the table and the people of Myanmar can take a breath and heave a sigh of relief. As for the west we should now embrace them and help them join the civilized community of nations. In so doing we should not dismiss the sacrifice that Aung San Suu Ky gave to support her people throughout this difficult period, for we should acknowledge her fortitude, her resilience her grace and poise as she endured those years confined to her home. Aung San Suu Ky deserves a role on the world stage as I am sure we have a new world states person in the guise of Aung San Suu Ky, she has displayed great humility, great dignity seen only when Nelson Mandela was released after years of confinement. Like Nelson Mandela she has not called for her oppressors to be brought to book for their oppression for she has sought to unify this country. I believe she has great courage and dignity a person who has respect for the values of the ordinary people! Indeed the world should look to her for guidance at this difficult time.

I hope we see this country quickly move forward, that they, the people improve their security, bring peace and stability, that their living standards quickly improve. I also believe that this country should open its doors so that many of us can easily see the temples that have formed the very spiritual backbone of the people of Myanmar. I hope that we can all experience the Shwedagon Paya (Pagoda) for this is a world renowned Buddhist Temple, located on a hill as it watches over all of Yangon. For this temple was built and established before the time of Christ. I for one am lucky enough to have visited this wonderful monument.

Good luck Myanmar

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Seminyak and its many sophisticated attractions

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The Corner Store or is it the Tuck Shop as the menu implies, regardless of which this makes for a lovely bolt hole here in Seminyak.  The coffee is just enak or those english speakers it is delicious,  the atmosphere is lively and fun as it is a very popular location.

The only issue that I can see is that the location is on a very busy corner of Jalan Kayu Aya and Drupardi.  But for the coffee, the atmosphere, the noise is a small price to pay.

Seminyak remains one of the more fashionable areas of Bali, appealing to the upwardly mobile class usually with kids.  This area seems to me to be the evolution from Kuta as you settle into adult life, Kuta being the party district with a raucous behavior found on the streets as you pass through the night.  Seminyak on the other hand has many boutique villas for holiday rentals aimed at couples or couples with families.  There are many exclusive restaurants such as the Ku De Ta, as well as bars that appeal to the calmer elements of our society.  You will also find many boutique shops along the way as Bali is known for its style and contemporary designs, most of which you will find in the decor and beautiful stylish layouts of the villas themselves.

As I sit here and enjoy my second cup of coffee, I have noticed a shop across the way, it's a boutique with what looks like designer clothes the roof is of thatch and the sign says very simply Ï love Bali".  I am sure, in fact I have heard that that is a sentiment echoed by many as you pass through the Indonesian archipelago.   

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Having said that I have noticed over my 16years of being here in Indonesia that many of the 250M or so Indonesians all aspire to live in Bali. If you pass around Bali you will see many Europeans, Australians even Americans have made Bali their home.  All this bodes well for the many positive tombs that I have blogged in regard to this wonderful place.

I have just been passed a cold towel from the "Tuck Shop" staff as I am in the outside area of the "Corner Store" and Bali as always does not disappoint when it comes to holiday weather.

I wish everyone well and I hope that some day you can visit this fabulous place of exciting style, seas and atmosphere.

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Bali Safari and Marine Park

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Another hot day in Paradise. A day that I spent at the Bali Safari Park, which I have to say was an amazing experience, one that was educational as much as it was enjoyable.  This Safari park prides itself on its educational programs which are designed and developed to informs us of ways to ensure that we the public live in harmony with our environment, an environment that we share with many other species. For this safari is home to many endangered and near extinct species, for its a safari that prides itself on its breeding programs to ensure as best it can that the blood lines continue.  The safari, predominantly a park for wild life (animals and birds) it also has a very informative Aquarium, with many types of fish including the infamous Piranha's.  As you walk around this park there are many places to seek out a cooling breeze as there are mist showers along many walk ways.  There are motorized enclosed air conditioned excursions that you can take which pass through the enclosures housing many of the wild and more aggressive animals.

The park has many lodges all of good quality that you are able to stay in.  The lodges back onto the carefully secured enclosures that house the many lions, tigers etc..  Also within the park are many restaurants, these are available for light or for the larger appetite meals.   The one that we chose is situated in the centre of the park as it had many glass walls which opened onto the lion enclosure.  The lions with all their status together with the male magnificent manes did not disappoint as they stayed close to the glass, perhaps because the building provided some shade.

All in all a great day out here in Bali and one that I highly recommend. 

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Aung San Suu Ky - Good luck as you now deserve it

I am somewhat pleased that Myanmar has been if you like brought in from the cold.  Its people are a lovely race who on the whole would do no harm to anyone.    Their calm and spiritual existence has been exploited to the extremes and we have stood by and allowed this to happen. 

I once had the privilege to work in Yangon albeit for a short period as they tried to embrace mobile telephony.  What I found inside this closed and difficult country was somewhat surprising.  I found an infrastructure that was reminiscent of the pre-wars years of Europe, buses plied their trade that were of the old BMC manufacture out of England, sSomehow this brought a charm to the place  However, the surprise was the presence of the French and I am told of existence of the French intelligence services, there to protect French businesses from foreign competitors, although I have no idea whether I brushed against any of these people but I was certainly advised to keep my own council, particularly around the bar of the Strand Hotel.  But what I did find as I had the good fortune to be taken outside of Yangon, about 10 miles perhaps, at which point we turned off the road and followed a dirt track for at least another 2 miles until we came across a beautiful white colonial house which had an arch reminiscent of the days when colonial carriages would pass under this under arch and the occupants would dis-embark for some banquet or other.  From here we passed into a grand entrance hall. For this house was indeed a French restaurant together with a french chef/owner, the food was unbelievable and of high standard.

I digress it is interesting that the exploiters were indeed the exploited at the end of the day, regardless of which and for whatever reason they have come in from the cold and we should now embrace them.  In doing this I hope we do not easily dismiss the sacrifice that Aung San Suu Ky gave in the support of the populaces, for her grace and poise as she endured those years confined to her home, for she deserves a role on the world stage as I am sure we have a new world states person in the guise of Aung San Suu Ky. She displayed great humility as she re-entered the political stage, it was of similar order to that of Mandella.   

I hope we quickly bring this country up to scratch and that we improve the living standards of this impoverished nation.  I hope that many of us can now easily see the temples that form this beautiful country.  I also hope that we can all experience the Shwedagon Paya (Pagoda) the world renowned Buddhist Temple which was built and established before the time of Christ,  I for one have had the opportunity to visit this wonderful monument.

   
Good luck Myanmar.

   

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Myanmar as it emerges onto the world stage

I am somewhat pleased that Myanmar has been if you like brought in from the cold.  Its people are a lovely race who on the whole would do no harm to anyone.    Their calm and spiritual existence has been exploited to the extremes and we have stood by and allowed this to happen.  A European consultancy experienced in Asia business and assisting western companies to open an Asian presence 

I once had the privilege to work in Yangon for a short period as they tried to embrace mobile telephony.  What I found inside this closed and difficult country was somewhat surprising.  I found an infrastructure that was reminiscent of the pre-wars years of Europe, buses plied their trade that were of the old BMC manufacture out of England.  Somehow it brought a charm to the place  However, the surprise was the presence of the French and I am told of the French intelligence services although I have no idea whether I brushed against any of these people, but I was certainly advised to keep my own council particularly around the bar of the Strand Hotel.  But what I did find as I had the good fortune to be taken outside of Yangon, about 10 miles perhaps, at which point we turned off the road and followed a dirt track for at least another 2 miles until we came across a beautiful white colonial house which had an arch reminiscent of the days when colonial carriages would pass under and the occupants would dis-embark for some banquet or other.  From here they would pass into a grand entrance hall. This house was indeed a French restaurant together with a french chef/owner, the food was unbelievable and of high standard.  

Luxury exclusive Villas in Bali I digress it is interesting that the exploiters were indeed the exploited at the end of the day.  But for whatever reason they have come in from the cold.  I hope we do not easily dismiss the sacrifice that Aung San Suu Ky gave in the support of the populaces, for her grace and poise asshe endured those years confined to her home, for she deserves a role on the world stage as I am sure we have a new world states person in the guise of Aung San Suu Ky. For her grace and poise displayed as she re-entered the political stage was of similar order to that of Mandella.    I hope we quickly bring this country up to scratch and that we improve the living standards of this impoverished nation.  I hope that many of us can now easily see the temples that form this beautiful country.  I also hope that we can all experience the Shwedagon Paya (Pagoda) the world renowned Buddhist Temple which was built and established before the time of Christ,  I for one have had the opportunity to visit this wonderful monument.  

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The return of the frustrated traveller

Exclusive Villas in Bali Back from my expensive travels to Jakarta whereby I passed my papers over to the intrepid shippers then sat in the airport for several hours as I waited their return.

I have to say I took Air Asia to Jakarta and exited the plane in T3 which is a lovely airport terminal, modern light and airy.  There were plenty of places to sit and all areas had an abundance of free WIFI so all in all a very pleasant experience.

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In all the years that I have been coming to Indonesia I have seen many changes.  From 1995 when the road from the airport to the city passed through a large building site which is now the road that passes from the airport to the city.  In 1996 around February time the rains were intense causing this area to flood seriously making a simple journey from the airport impossible and one that I made took some 12 hours.  Today you can slip easily from the Soekarno International airport to downtown Jakarta in a matter of less than 1 hour.  So with a modern airport in parts a relatively new road, a visit to Jakarta which is fast becoming a very modern metropolis is indeed a must see.

Jakarta or Indonesia with 250M people then this country is a force to be reckoned with as it would appear to me that Indonesians are getting richer.  Their infra-structure is fast improving which only means an economic power house is fast emerging.  I would very much like to extend my warm wishes to the government of Indonesia in the way that they have embraced democracy and the steps they have taken to improve the lot of the Indonesian people.  Of course they have a few areas in which to address which are quite critical to the long term credibility of this fledgling economic power house.  But I remain convinced that this country is indeed to the place to be right now.

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Blog Dec 22^nd 2011

Today’s Blog – Thursday 22^nd December 3 days before Christmas.  Frustrating day really here in Paradise, except that I am not in Paradise as I have slightly stepped outside of the wonderful relaxing Island of Bali, I have traveled to Jakarta.  Why would I want to travel to Jakarta?  well that’s the frustrating part.  Having departed from the UK at the appropriate time with the onset of Winter.  I chose a shipper to send all of my chattels and worldly goods to Bali to embark on a new life full of hope and prosperity which I remain convinced it will be.Luxury Villas in Seminyak, Private Holiday Villa rentals in Bali

The wonderful UK shippers have sent all of my goods to be cleared in Jakarta.  For those of you who know Indonesia you will know that it is a land mass equivalent to a distance from London to Tehran.  There are many ports in which to clear customs and Jakarta need not have been the one.  

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So despite my protestations it would appear to me that the UK shippers Brittania couldn’t care less.  Regardless of which I have now travelled here to Jakarta to present all of my documents to verify my mortal existence and worthiness of the mere bag tail that I call my homely possessions.

So for those of you who are to embark on such a venture ensure that your shipper understands the world geography and doesn’t as it would appear liken Indonesia to that of the Isle of Wight.

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Lake Batur and its surrounding area is a fascinating part of Bali in which to visit.  The lake itself sits within the crater of the Batur Volcano and has many fascinating stories to tell as it laps the outer rim of this volcano.  The scenery is quite picturesque as there are several large hills that frame the landscape.  Depending on the time of day; if you visit in the morning,  you’re sure to see a clear blue sky and with a backdrop of a rugged landscape, for the afternoon the landscape will most probably be adorned with wild clouds that cling to the hills obscuring their peaks, they themselves make for a wonderful  image as you snap your way around this area.

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The weather is very pleasant as you will have climbed some considerable height/distance to visit this crater making a day out here a welcome experience and respite from the wonderful Balinese sunshine.

Sitting on the far side of the lake and sandwiched between the water’s edge and the rim of the mountain is a mysterious village.  It is mysterious not because its inhabitants are known to be the indigenous Balinese as they predate the Hindu settlers to this island who arrived in the 16^th Century from the Hindu Majapahit kingdom.  This village is famous for the Pura Pancering Jagat temple, sadly visitors are not allowed inside this temple.  The villagers of this historic island only contact with the outside world is by wooden boats as no roads are able to reach this village.

They, like most cultures have customs of their own which are unique.  Most notably, unlike that of their more in touch neigbours, they bury their dead (bury being the operative word here) above ground wrapped in bamboo, the body is then taken by wooden boat across the lake to an area which is at the foot of a large Tree called the Taru Menyan.  Taru means “tree” and Menyan means “pleasant smell" there the body is left to decompose naturally.  It is said that there is no smell from the decomposing body as the Taru Menyan tree more than compensates for these odors.

It is also said that the area around this tree can only be visited by the men folk of the village, a visit from a women would bring untold disaster upon the village, such as an eruption from the volcano, therefore women are prohibited from visiting the area. 

This area is a must see for anyone wishing to have a more rounded knowledge of the region - stay with a licensed villa agent.

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As an Englishman who has lived and worked in the Asia region for some 20 years, I am a complete convert to this way of life.  To mention Bali without covering the virtues of the rest of Asia, well that just shows that I have high regard for the Bali way of life.  Bali has embraced an "open living" concept, they have done this with style and elegance.  The Balinese have created some of the most stylish, creative living space to be seen anywhere on this planet.

Villa holidays in Bali are a complete must for anyone seeking to just get away from modern day life, from being at the beck and call of an unstructured a work place made so by modern communications.  That's not to say that Villas are devoid of communication quite the opposite they are brimming with technology but it is all within your space, whether you are by your own pool, over lunch or just watching TV with a glass of wine.  There is no need to break away into a secluded hotel room to stay in touch with a pesky boss. Luxury Villas in Bali

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The Demon Banks

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The Demon Banks

By Nigel Saywell-Lee

Just how is the world affected by poor ethics, corporate greed and relentless speculation which undermines the very fabric of society all in the name of profit

Much has been said of the demon banks and the shoddy way in which they have conducted their affairs, and the influence and control of our economies so much so they have left us with no other option but to pick up the pieces when the debacle happened. Such is the immoral way in which they have acted that countless people have been thrown out of work, with the rest of us living off the minimum wage just to survive. The banks in their arrogant ways, in all their tenacity have continued to operate within their pay structure as if nothing has happened!

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Much has been said of the demon banks and the shoddy way in which they have conducted their affairs, and the influence and control of our economies so much so they have left us with no other option but to pick up the pieces when the debacle happened. Such is the immoral way in which they have acted that countless people have been thrown out of work, with the rest of us living off the minimum wage just to survive. The banks in their arrogant ways, in all their tenacity have continued to operate within their pay structure as if nothing has happened!

The banks corporate greed continues as bonuses still beggar belief. The very people that the banks serve matter diddly squat. Loans are still difficult to come by, small businesses are at best stifled for expansion leaving dole queues to expand relentlessly. Mortgages are only granted in miniscule amounts making it almost impossible to get onto the property ladder. The prevailing economic climate is forcing individual who need to sell their properties, those owners who are lucky enough to own property, to then dump that property in a poor market at a knock down value, if they have to sell to realize their equity.

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The headline banners reporting bonuses as if they were telephone numbers continues, these guys have no shame and governments are weak to tackle this issue under the guise that the banks will move to more accommodating regions, disgraceful in every respect.

I for one want to see more transparency into the global machinations of the banking sector, I want to understand the greed that continues for the self serving interests that is rife amongst these individuals. I want to see a clear demarcation on the morality of their behaviors that stop at nothing to secure a profit for their insatiable greed, in short I want to know just how many businesses and economies that are viable are then ruined through the relentless speculation of an asset class which then ruins or undermines a perfectly sound economy or business. I want Morale ownership and I want it now! Luxury Villas in SeminyakLuxury Villas in Seminyak

I also want to see just how much of the world's economies that Goldman Sachs controls. I also need to understand just what decisions are taken at Davros on behalf of the corporate fat cats and how these decisions influence our so called elected leaders and how they then get translated so that they affect me/us, my children. More and more the world's population is fated by their lot as they pass through this money hungry greed filled life that we all aspire to.

Needless to say I do have some sympathy with the demonstrations that are taking place globally, however, I am at a loss to understand how some érbert in a brown duffle coat and an unkemped beard can be leading the need for change, particularly when that érbert nods approvingly at every inane comment that the prevailing authority dribbles out, as he clearly does not understanding the discussion at hand. They should pack their tents and then lobby through the appropriate channels. They should elect themselves through the ballet box, god knows the world needs a party that truly is not self serving or scared to breathe in case the media catch their every foible. We need a party that is not funded by the very greed that is stifling you and I.
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Property is this the future Cont...

A few days ago I covered the ambitious topic of trying to be a small enterprise in the western economies and the absurdity that the banks place on us all..  Well today I will explore an even more ambitious project as I believe that property is still the key to wealth generation, but to be sure of success you have to think outside of the square, to use a good masonic term.

Faced with almost certain destruction, as asset values had gone way beyond my reach - I have ventured towards the east and I don't mean Dagenham in Essex.  I have traversed the globe and after years of assisting economies of the east, most notably Indonesia in their meteoric development and now watching as they get richer.  I have decided to play a part ambitious you might say, yes, scary most certainly, but where else is there. 

There are 250M people in Indonesia many of which used to own beat up archaic Kijang's almost like a Toyota utility vehicle.   Today these guys drive CRV's, Mercedes, BMW's even Bentleys for god sake..  In short they are getting richer.

 A little background, Indonesia if you lifted it off the global map and overlaid it on Europe it would stretch from London to Tehran,  Guess what they behave like Americans they hardly ever leave their shores, so most of their wealth stays within Indonesia.  So what do they do with it; well they don’t  buy cars per sae they are upgrading their properties.  So its not rocket science the dynamics of the west are translating here.  But, buyer beware it is not as easy as you might think....  

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Does property beckon - not in the west - time to look east

Does property beckon? - Europe and all of its calamities, daunting experience with no going back.  Can this be right?  First time in 54 years that I have had no home in what is affectionately known as Blighty, I have sold up and traveled to pastures new.  The UK may be steeped in culture, populated with Palaces and Castles, it might be a green and pleasant land but full of opportunities, it is not. 

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To the ambitious entrepreneur it holds very little by way of excitement and opportunity.  The UK is shackled by corporate business greed, leaving the little guy to flounder, peddling so hard to pay their winter fuel bills as they heat their homes throughout what has now become harsh winters.  Due to all the taxes on our fuel at the pumps traveling to work is a mortgage in itself and hardly makes the experience worthwhile.

Home ownership once the dream of many, inspired by Maggie during her infamous Thatcher years.  This brainchild was really if the truth be known intended to lock everyone into huge debt so much so that they had no choice but to work for companies within constrained corporate processes. So we could earn  every available penny to fund our homes and family lives.  We live in a dream, when we finish paying for our properties only then does the reality dawn; we still through our council tax are only ever renting our paid up castles.  Dream on.... 

Corporate UK now burdened by the stupidity of the banks, who incidentally fund the conservative party, as if they want to go up against their paymasters, is in a fiscal mess; austere mess.  Small business are stifled by faceless processes and draconian decisions, good companies are bled to death as they strive for success, loans are refused which stifle any expansion even as order books improve. 

I recently came across a house developer who had build a substantial property, this property on completion is valued at $3M, almost all of this build was self funded, that is apart from $150k needed to complete this ambitious project.  He approached the banks for as loan, they granted him a $150K mortgage payable only upon completion, they would not fund the $150K to complete.  I'm sorry but how absurd is that!  

We are now trapped by faceless corporations over which governments of this world have no control.

The world is no longer full of opportunity it is full of absurdity that is....... Check back for the continuation of this story..

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The Bendega Villa offers plenty of private space to get away from all the stresses of the modern world, unwind here. The four large bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms and private balconies, are positioned to take advantage of the stunning views.  There is a reading balé (gazebo), a gym, massage room with outdoor bath, library with a 50-inch plasma TV, a games room complete with pool table and a sun deck hidden below the pool all of which provide ample opportunities to relax.  For gatherings the villa has a stunning open sitting area that overlooks rice fields.  There is a separate air-conditioned dining room with a table that seats up to 20, there is also a pool pavilion with outdoor dining for 10 and an 11m x 11m infinity-edged pool, both are situated to watch the fabulous Bali sunsets.

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Luxury Villas in Seminyak -  Villa Tresna 4 Bedroom Villas with private swimming pool. Total area 650m2, four en-suite bedrooms, two with king-size beds and two with two singles. 50 m2 private swimming pool and a small bubble spa. The tropical garden includes a gazebo with a daybed. A large LCD TV in the living room and additional TV upstairs, both with cable programs. Located in the heart of Seminyak, only 5 minutes walk to the beach. Most things you want to do during your holiday are within walking distance: beach, restaurants, the famous Seminyak night life, shops, spas and galleries

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luxury villas in Seminyak Akhyati Villas is located in a quite and beautiful Umalas Village. The serenity of the place ensures full comfort and privacy, whilst only 10 minutes drive from the tourist center of Kuta. Spend some quality time with your loved one in our one-bedroom villa designed for couples or come together with family or friends and stay in our two-bedroom villa. 

Akhyati Villas offer 6 (six) one-bedroom villas and 4 (four) two-bedroom villas each with a private pool. Elegantly furnished comfortable bedroom with separate living and dining area, each villa is decorated in natural wood and cool terrazzo. Each villa has its own butler dedicated to cater to your individual needs, assuring a professional and personalized service. Villa Akhyati is the choice for a truly private and exclusive environment in the midst of Bali's serene natural landscape.

All villas are arranged in modern Asian style of architecture whilst still keeping touch with nature, featuring elegant outdoor living and dining areas complete with an exclusive kitchenette and access to beautiful private bedroom. The en-suite bathroom features elegant bathtub, separate shower and dressing area surrounded by water plants and flowers. 

Luxury Villas in Seminyak Air-Conditioner, Electronic Safe Deposit Box, IDD Telephone, Multi Stereo System for Audio Entertainment, Flat Screen Television inside the bedroom and living area, Satellite Television, Mini Bar, and Coffee maker.

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Villa Melati A luxury Villa in Seminyak

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The Modern tropical designed house sleeps up to 6 persons with 500m2 Property, 200m2 built up area, main house and the Joglo styled recycled-teak guesthouse, all surrounded by lush tropical gardens, 8x3 m pool, Sun-deck with sun loungers, shaded modern Gazebo 220x220 cm2,

2 persons of daily staff that can do “running errands, grocery shopping, cooking and taking care of the villa”, doing laundry, baby-sitting service (additional charge at night). 

Each bedroom has 200x200 King-Size Natural Latex orthopedic mattresses, Micro fiber Duvet blankets for extra comfort, Air-conditioning system with 8 filters and air cleaning,Satellite TV 32" and DVD player, Safety boxes. 

 

The villa has 3 double-bedded rooms, each with en-suite semi-outdoor bathroom (adjacent garden space), complimented with special shower and spa products. 

The living area has a fully equipped kitchen, Espresso machine,Open dining area - seats 12, Breakfast area - seats 6, Lounge area,iPodready, Hi-Fiunit, Entire house free wi-fi zone (approx. 500MB download speed).

Additionally, the villa has washing machine, Massage bed - on call service for trained specialists, 1 car Garage, motorbike-parking area Luxury villas Seminyak The villa was designed with an energy consultancy to minimize the ecological footprint of running this Villa.

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Bali at one with the animal kingdom

Bali's other willing tourists who benefit from the Balinese serene caring culture

 

Villas in Seminyak - This article has been inspired by the many attractions that Bali has to offer, not least the Bali Safari and Marine park. I mention this facility as it is home to many endangered species; all of which are well protected and cared for at this Safari park. The Safari whilst bringing together the Balinese way of life; which as I have said in earlier articles is rich with serenity and calm. This serenity when combined with the African Savannah makes for a unique relaxed loving but an educational experience. 

The Safari provides a habitat that is all encompassing to the 50 or so species, all of which are available for visitors to see and appreciate. But, regardless of their excellent care, the Safari also provides, indeed the Safari feels that it is its duty to provide an educational experience and has developed a framework which has been devised to encourage us all to be at one with our environment, pointing out the need to protect our surroundings, instilling upon us the reality that we share our surroundings as it is home to so much that is beautiful about life. The key message that comes across is how we, mere mortals, impact the delicate bio diversity/balance which of course is causing many species, such as the wonderful leopard to become endangered, which as you know is just one animal, many creature even plants are at risk.

The Safari provides a framework for a first hand experience of working animals, such as the elephant. These majestic creatures move around the Savannah with such grace and are secure in their habitat. Of course you have the opportunity to ride these fabulous animals as they are of such a happy disposition.

For this article I have just touched on the good work that this Safari does for animals everywhere. But it should be noted that their key message is: The Safari has a duty to educate the Balinese in ways that make them responsible for their/our cause and effect on the habitats of these defenseless animals, plants etc.. In doing this the Safari has developed and are by now well used to executing an educational program that is devoid of its location. In other words the Safari will travel to places of learning in order that young students can begin to form their behavour's such that they are responsible and considerate to their surroundings.

One creature worthy of note, as it is a species that is unique to Indonesia; it is that of the Kimono dragon. here you will find them and you will be able to experience their inquisitive behavour, appreciate their abilities, one of which is the way in which they utilise their tongue to sample the air around them.

It is no wonder that the Bali Safari and Marine Park has been nominated to win the prestigious award for Indonesian travel and tourism

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A must see for all visitors to the wonderful island of Bali.

The home of luxury villas in Bali, where you can be at one with your environment