From Denpasar, BaliGaruda <strong>Indonesia</strong> Airlines fly from Denpasar directly to Yogyakarta once daily. It takes about 1hour 15 min.From SingaporeAirAsia Airlines fly from Singapore directly to Yogyakarta once everyday. It takes about 2 hours.AccommodationsHyatt Regency YogyakartaThis hotel is situated in <strong>the</strong> scenic outskirts of north-western Yogyakarta, elegantly set in <strong>24</strong>hectares of beauti<strong>full</strong>y landscaped hotel gardens. The idyllic location of this <strong>Indonesia</strong>n hotelaffords stunning views of Mount Merapi (<strong>the</strong> sacred mountain of Java), Seribu Mountain andJava's beautiful landscape.Address:Hyatt Regency YogyakartaJalan Palagan Tentara Pelajar, Yogyakarta, <strong>Indonesia</strong> 55581Phone: +62-274 86 9588; +62-274 86 9123Email: HUyogyakarta.regency@hyatt.comMelia Purosani HotelMelia Purosani Hotel is an international five-star hotel. Located in <strong>the</strong> centre of Yogyakarta, <strong>the</strong>hotel is just a few minutes walk from <strong>the</strong> famous shopping area of Jalan Malioboro and 900meters from <strong>the</strong> Sultan’s Palace of Kraton.Address:Jl. Suryotomo No. 31Yogyakarta INDONESIA 55122Phone: +62-274 589521, 589523Fax: +62-274 588070, 588071There are also many low budget hotels located in Malioboro area, such as in Sosrowijayan Streetand Prawirotaman area.
BALIEnjoying holiday in Bali is not complete withoutshopping. As <strong>the</strong> world class tourist destination,Bali provides many shopping sites for <strong>the</strong> touriststo enjoy. It has several stores sell modern goodsand also places sell ethnic items originally fromBali. Bali also becomes a potential selling spot ofethnic items from ano<strong>the</strong>r region <strong>Indonesia</strong> since many people from around <strong>the</strong> world visit thisplace. The shopping place is spead all over <strong>the</strong> island, but at most visited tourism spots, you canfind it in every step of your feet. Make your trip to Bali to be an unforgettable experience bybuying memorable things for your family, friends and yourself as well.Some recommended tips, bargaining in markets, shopsand art shops, is normal practice and getting a good pricedepends largely on one's bargaining skills. As bargainingforms a large part of <strong>the</strong> fun of shopping in Bali,remember to carry cash, as not all places accept creditcards, and be good humoured.Balinese arts have unique and distinctive characters andattract people from around <strong>the</strong> world. Some artists sell<strong>the</strong>ir works at <strong>the</strong> galleries. Beside that, Bali also hasmany art markets as <strong>the</strong> right shoping place for art hunterfrom around <strong>the</strong> world. Some of <strong>the</strong> famous art market,such as:Kuta Art MarketPasar seni kuta is located at Jl. Kartika Plaza and just few steps from <strong>the</strong> Kuta Beach, <strong>the</strong> worldfamous tourism spot. Kuta arts market (pasar seni Kuta) is a term used in Bali to loosely describea collection of market stalls selling, nick-nacks, Balinese handicrafts and knock-off gear. Here atpasar seni <strong>the</strong>re are many merchant which offering you <strong>the</strong>ir merchandise with good quality. Asits location nearby <strong>the</strong> beach make it is interesting for tourists while <strong>the</strong>y are enjoying <strong>the</strong> beach.Some of handicraft, antique furniture, long/short pants, sarongs, shoes, wood carvings, belts,kites and sea food restaurant also are found here. There are many merchant which selling Tshirts which paint with Barong or Rangda face and some hand textile canton with variety of <strong>color</strong>,just about everything you will need for you stay in bali or your lovely friends back home.