Gayo Highlands

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Bali's most famous and crowded resort is Kuta beach, a six-kilometre sweep of golden sand, with plenty of accommodation, shops and nightlife. Nearby Sanur is much quieter, but most backpackers prefer the beaches of peaceful east-coast Candi Dasa and traveller-oriented Lovina on the north coast. The island's other major destination is the cultural centre of Ubud , a still charming but undeniably commercialized overgrown village, where traditional dances are staged every night of the week and the streets are full of arts-and-crafts galleries.

Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa : The Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa is a luxury property strategically located only 15 kilometers away from the... Nusa Dua
Aston Bali Resort & Spa : The Aston Bali Resort and Spa is a luxury hotel located on the waterfront facing golden sandy beaches... Tanjung Benoa
Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel : Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel is situated in the coastal village of Sanur, an ideal location from which to explore... Sanur
Sanur Paradise Plaza Suites : The Sanur Paradise Plaza Suites is located in Sanur Village just two kilometers from the Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel....Grand Bali Beach Hotel also is a nice hotel in Sanur.
Swiss Belhotel Bali Aga : The Swiss Belhotel Bali Aga is a deluxe property strategically located only 20 kilometers northeast from the Ngurah Rai... Nusa Dua
Grand Hyatt Bali Hotels located in Nusa Dua and The Oberoi Bali located in Seminyak, Maya Ubud located in Ubud, The Alilia Ubud, Chedi, Hard Rock Hotel Bali located in Kuta beach, Melia Bali located in Nusa Dua and Padma Bali located in Kuta

Northern interior Sumatra, Very similar to Batak people, the Gayos were first converted by the sultans of Aceh in the 17th Cen tury and isolated from contact with westerners until the 20th Century. These people still practice a syn cretic 19th Century Muslim animist religion, believing strongly in local spirits, transmigration of souls, omens. Women employ a peculiar cloth plaiting technique (trawang); a striking effect of black and white designs. Noted for their Pillow Dance and thdong song. Lake Tawar: 17 hours by bus from Medan. Take train or bus to Lhokseumawe (heavy Muslim), then bus to Takingeun. Many Gayos live around this lake where some of the best grass anywhere is cultivated. Hassle them for a good price, about Rp3000 for 'h kilo or about Rp5-10,000 per full kilo. At Blangkejeren, cheap potent cannabis is - also grown. There could be police searches coming back through Kutacane. There's a losmen on the shore of this peaceful crater lake, hidden and surrounded by primary forest. Takingeun is a bit expensive. Stay in the old Dutch hotel, Rp400 single, vicinity of Takingeun: Visit Ikak up in the mountains. Catch an old Dodge out to the hot springs, 20 km from Lake Tawar. Sleep at Zany's . place, Rp100rooms.