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1) Meditation:
There
are a number of factors that make the plantation a wonderful
venue as a meditation facility. Firstly, there is the proximity
to the sacred Mount Agung, where the powers of the resident
Gods can only enhance meditation practices. Secondly there
is the perfect harmony between nature and the communities
in the area, and thirdly there is the magnificent natural
beauty and serenity that surrounds the plantation.
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Yoga: there is also the possibility to develop ties with one
or a number of yoga facilities to develop day programs to
have yoga classes and instruction in the philosophies of yoga.
Yoga has become a very popular activity, especially amongst
the expatriate population in Bali, and is fast becoming another
reason that people are journeying to Bali.
2)
Horse-back Riding:
There
is the potential to develop horseback riding programs in conjunction
with the plantation, especially in the Sideman area, as the
terrain there is very conducive to this activity and there
is low traffic density in the area. A perfect way to explore
the area around the plantation would be on horseback and it
would be a very enjoyable experience for participants. Also,
it could be incorporated into one or more of the trekking
programs.
It
would be necessary to develop a partnership with a local horseback
riding operator to develop this program.
3)
Cultural Exchange Programs:
Cultural
exchange programs are another possible use for the facility,
possibly in conjunction with programs that are run by overseas
learning centres. However, it is likely that a form of accommodation
would be necessary, and thus may be a future program.
4) Cooking Classes:
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its traditional kitchen and full Western style kitchen, there
is a definite possibility to market the plantation for cooking
class programs. It is becoming an increasingly popular program
offered by some of the five-star hotels in the Nusa Dua, Kuta,
and Sanur area to their Western guests. Hotels such as the
Ritz Carlton now offer one or two day programs for hotel guests
to have instruction in Balinese and Indonesian cooking, including
visiting the markets to learn about and purchase local food
products for use in classes. Hotels are using their own kitchen
facilities, but are also using outside facilities. Hotels
are charging from USD 60.00 per day upto USD 150.00 for such
classes, and could provide the plantation with another marketable
and profitable product. Also, possibly, Tunjung Petak could
develop their own programs with the expertise and knowledge
of Pak Udi.
5)
Dance Lessons
It
could be possible to develop " Learning to Dance"
programs which could be marketed independently and possibly
through hotels. Day programs could be offered which include
the plantation tour, lunch, and one day's instruction on Balinese
dance. It could also be possible to develop partnerships with
existing schools.
6)
Balinese Music Lessons
Lessons
in Balinese music could be offered, using the local musicians
with instructors that speak different languages. Again, this
could be marketed through hotels and existing schools.
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