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Dear Grand-eurs,
March is one of the Bali’s special month when the Balinese people celebrate their Balinese New Year by doing ‘a day of silence’ called Nyepi. It is reserved for self-reflection, where people stay home and are not allowed to use lights, start fires, work, travel or enjoy entertainment.
In this edition we will share more about the celebration, Nyepi Special Package as well as some tips how to spend Nyepi Day if you are happen to stay during this special day.
We will introduce one of our staff members and do not forget to join the monthly Facebook challenge to win a 2-nights stay at Grand Inna Kuta.
We hope you will enjoy our monthly newsletters, for more information please feel free to visit our website.
With kind regards,
The Grand Inna Kuta Team
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Balinese celebrations – Cultural events and their meaning
Nyepi "A Day of Silence"
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Nyepi is the Balinese New Year according to the Hindu calendar and is observed by a day of silence and reflection. During Nyepi no fires may be lit, no works is allowed nor travelling, no traffic is allowed, not only cars but also people whilst all people have to stay within the confines of their family compound. There is usually Pecalangs (traditional Balinese security man) who controls and checks for street security. Their main task is not only to control the security of the street but also to stop any activities that disturb Nyepi. This day of silence marks the start of the Hindu Year ‘Ҫaka’ 1938 which falls on Tuesday, 28 March 2017 from 6 AM till 29 March 2017 at 6 AM.
The activities leading up to Nyepi are fascinating to watch such as :
Melasti or Mekiyis or Melis (three days before Nyepi)
The ceremony is aimed to clean all nature and its content to the sea or river in long and colourful ceremonies. They are bathed by the Neptune of the Balinese Lord, the God Baruna, before being taken back home to their shrines. The ceremony takes place at the rivers, beaches including the Kuta Beach.
Tawur Kesangan / Pengerupukan (the day before Nyepi)
It is the last day of the old year when demon soothing ceremonies are held everywhere to calm the evil spirits to ensure they do not interfere with the humans living on the island. In the evening, the young people of Bali bang gongs and cymbals in every corner of the family compound and parade through the streets with flaming torches and evil looking statues called Ogoh-ogoh.
The Kuta Village Ogoh-ogoh Parade will start around 6 PM start from Point Zero in Jl. Legian and eventually ends up at the Art Market, Kuta Beach.
Ngembak Geni (the day after Nyepi)
Ngembak is the day when Catur Berata Penyepian is over and Hindus societies usually visit to forgive each other. On this day in Kuta, the population of Kuta will go to the beach celebrating the New Year with their families & friends where The Pasar Majelangu takes place the whole day after Nyepi along Kuta Beach.
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Sense the special nature of the unique Day of Silence at Grand Inna Kuta on 27 – 29 March 2017.
Enjoy 3Days/2Nights accommodation in a Superior room or Deluxe room including Breakfast, 1x Lunch, 1x Dinner for 2 persons and late check out until 3PM. Start from IDR2.380.000 per package.
Make your reservation before 14 March 2017 and enjoy Free Upgrade to higher room category (Based on availability). For more information including terms and conditions, please click here.
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PROMO CODE : Nyepi Package
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Only on our Grand Inna Kuta website, ensure yourself the best available room rate compared to all other booking platforms for all visits until August 2017. Have a look now!
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On this edition we share some tips if you are going to be on the island during Nyepi.
1. Shows your respect to the local traditions and beliefs. The hotel will request your cooperation and understanding to the Nyepi regulations.
2. All public shops, restaurants, cafes and clubs will be closed on this day, Hotel’s outlets usually up and running with limited time. Please check if your hotel will still be serving food alternatively make sure you have enough stocked for one day for your convenience.
3. Enjoy what is organized by the local people be it the ogoh-ogoh parade, melasti ceremony and learn to understand the roots of this festival.
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4. Reading book, enjoy traditional massage and spa, spend relaxing time by the pool and bar, join recreation activities organized by the hotel i.e. cooking class, 'Canangsari' the Bali offering making class, yoga etc can be your options to enjoy the Day of Silence in the afternoon.
5. You can consider the day as a day to catch up on sleep so you can sleep earlier in the evening, wake up early on the next day. No cars, motors are allowed during Nyepi, be the first who enjoy the fresh morning air outside your room or at the beach the day after Nyepi.
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6. Transportation hubs will be closed on Nyepi. If you are scheduled to arrive on 28 March 2017, please check with the airline and make sure it has been rescheduled otherwise you will find yourself stuck in the airport transit area till the next day.
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Nana - GRO
She has joined the GIK Family since November 2015 as GRO. This friendly and energetic young lady always looks for something different to fill her days and she finds it by meeting people. She believes there is something she can learn every time she communicates to others.
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One of the happiest experience she had was when she helped a guest who lost his luggage at the airport that required her to call the airport many times to get the information. It was an inconvenience situation until the luggage finally found that made her so happy. Nana has Japanese blood from her Grandmother, no wonder she can speak in Japanese besides English and this certainly helps her to proactively communicate to the Japanese guest. Meet her at the lobby should you need any assistance during your stay at Grand Inna Kuta.
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Experience our In-house facilities - Get to know…
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Beach Kits at HQ
Now, Kids can enjoy their time building sand castle with our new Beach kits that we provide for every ‘Little Guest’ at HQ while Mom and Dad are relaxing with a cocktail.
Please contact our staff at HQ for further assistance.
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Earth Hour is the world’s largest demonstration of support for action on climate change.
Iconic buildings and landmarks from Europe to Asia to the Americas have stood in darkness during previous Earth Hours. Businesses and government organizations, as well as community also take part in Earth Hour.
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Grand Inna Kuta has been part of the action since the last 3 years and will continue the participation by switching off non-essential lights and appliances for EARTH HOUR, on Saturday, 25 March 2017 at the local time of 8.30 pm till 9.30 pm
This action is to create awareness of people taking responsibility towards a sustainable future.
If you are staying at Grand Inna Kuta, you can be part of the action by switching off your room’s light during the said times. It’s about giving people a voice on the planet’s future and working together to create a sustainable low carbon future for planet earth.
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2 Complimentary nights incl. breakfast!
For this month we need your suggestion on our F&B Product which we can implement. The question is “What F&B item would you wish for”. We will upload it on our Facebook page on the 01 March 2017 so make sure you follow us over there and participate between 01 - 15 March 2017. Please upload your wish on the comment. The winner will be announced in our April Newsletter edition.
January Winner
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Last month we want to know from you which features were included in the Indonesian Fiesta package which we introduced on our December Newsletter.
And the lucky winner is Cleopatra Alhinduan Cleopatra, congratulations!
We hope to see you soon at Grand Inna Kuta enjoying your time at all our GIK facilities during your complimentary 2-nights stay, which can be combined with your holiday booking.
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We would like to know your opinion.
Grand Inna Kuta is represented on various review platforms, please visit us on Tripadvisor or HolidayCheck to let us know what you think about your time in Bali and Grand Inna Kuta.
We appreciate your time and feedback. Thank you very much!
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What do others think about us?
"Great service"
This hotel would be one of the best in Bali. If not the best for service and cleanliness, the staff are always helpfull and smiling. We have 2 holidays booked at this hotel for March and June we have stayed at this hotel 8 times over the last 3 years. (Brian D)
"Nice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
We stay here for 3 days with family and definitely we all very happy,,,, lovely thank to all the staff very hospitable, always smile, very good housekeeper to clean the rooms every day, the food is very nice taste with many variety,,, cozy pool and good ambiance. Very amazing and definitely we will recommend to our relative friends and others family. (Syahdu292)
"Just next to Bali's best sunset spot"
No matter your kind of trip, this hotel will be the best spot to stay in Kuta area. Just a few paths, you will get Kuta's vibrant tourism beats. Do not miss the sunset in Kuta Beach, and enjoy the warm atmosphere along the night in Kuta and Seminyak. (johannnindito)
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