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Your Guide to your Bali Retreat
1. First day arrival – welcome to paradise! 3 4.2 Spending money.................................... 8 1.1 Arrival information.................................... 3 4.3 Money Exchange................................... 9 1.2 Airport arrival tips...................................... 4 4.4 Emergency funds.................................. 10 1.3 Final day departure.................................... 4 4.5 Departure tax........................................ 10 2. Getting to know The Palm Tree House…. 5 4.6 Visas......................................................... 10 2.1 The Palm Tree House Team....................... 5 4.7 Health....................................................... 10 2.1 The Palm Tree House Mascot.................. 5 4.8 Safety........................................................ 11 2.2 Local partners............................................... 6 5. Preparation Essentials........................... 11 2.3 Your fellow guests....................................... 6 5.1 Packing list............................................... 11 3. Whats included on your retreat................ 6 5.2 Shopping................................................... 12 3.1 Meal inclusions............................................ 6 5.3 Extra time in Bali.................................... 13 3.2 Equipment included................................... 7 6. Accommodation recommendations.... 13 3.3 Activities included in each package...... 7 6.1 Near the Beach........................................ 13 3.4 Transport to activities............................... 8 6.2 Directly On the Beach........................... 13 4. Getting Practical......................................... 8 6.3 Creating Futures Foundation.............. 14 4.1 Travel insurance......................................... 8 7. Thank you.................................................... 14
For all hotel transfers we require – hotel
name/address/phone number or website.
Airport transfers – we provide complimentary
The Palm Tree House Package – Base Retreat airport transfers to the retreat on the first day
Package. of the retreat.
It is VERY important that you print and review Hotel transfers – we provide complimentary
this copy prior to your trip as it includes hotel transfers within our transfer zone to the
valuable information regarding your retreat retreat on the first day and we will let you
and travel to Bali. know the pick-up time, usually between 11
AM– 3 PM.
1. First day arrival – welcome to Hotel transfers – if you are arriving from other
paradise! accommodation in Bali, we are able to provide
a complimentary transfer from the following
The first date listed for your retreat is your
areas: Seminyak, Canggu, Legian, Kerobokan,
arrival day. Check in to your room is available
North Kuta and Umalas only.
between 2:00pm – 9:00pm.
Areas outside our transfer zone include: Ubud,
1.1 Arrival information Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Tuban, Benoa, Sanur,
Uluwatu, plus all other locations not listed in
We need to know where you will be coming our transfer zone. If you are coming from any
from on the first day of the retreat; whether of these areas, you can organize your own
we are providing your transport or you are transport to the retreat at your own expense;
organizing your own. prices can range from USD$10-50 approx. We
If you require a transfer to the retreat we need will provide you with the villa address for you
to receive the information a minimum of 7 to give to your taxi driver.
days prior to the retreat start date so we can Otherwise can organize your transfer at the
coordinate all pick-ups seamlessly. Please be below additional prices (charged in USD):
aware that if no transfer information is given 7
days prior to the retreat start date, transfers to Ubud – $30 USD
the retreat will not be provided by The Palm
Jimbaran Bay, Sanur, Uluwatu, Padang Padang
Tree House Bali and you will need to make
– $35 USD
your own way to the villa – we will provide
address details. Late arrival – Host staff are on hand at the
villas until around 8.30pm. If you arrive later
For all airport transfers we require – airline
than this, either your driver or the security
name/flight number/date/time.
guard can let you in and a welcome letter will
be on your bed with more information for you.The host team at each villa arrive around There are many people holding up signs, so
6.30am each day and will welcome you in the don’t worry just relax and take your time to
morning. look for our sign at the Information Desk in the
arrivals hall close to the entrance and wait
here, we won’t leave without you.
1.2 Airport arrival tips
On your arrival card please write that you are
visiting for pleasure/holiday and that your
accommodation is at Villa The Palm Tree
House, Bali. Most countries now do not
require a visa upon arrival in Bali. Please check
with your immigration to make sure that you
are exempt from this. If you are, head straight
to passport immigration. If not, you will need
to line up in the ‘Visa On Arrival’ (VOA) queue.
We provide more information about visas in
section 4.6 of this travel dossier.
*Important –
Once through Immigration, head to the The information desk is located once you’ve
conveyor belt to pick up your luggage. Here picked up your bags and have departed the
you will encounter the Balinese uniformed customs area. You must walk out of this area
porters who will try to take your bags. They are as our driver cannot enter the airport
found near the conveyor belt and they don’t baggage/customs area, the driver will be
usually ask first. This is an optional service so waiting in the arrivals pick up area.
expect to pay around 20.000 IDR per bag The image above also shows some of our
although they will try to ask for more if you do amazing drivers. We have a great team of
use them. This will be your first bargaining professional and friendly drivers who will be
experience in Bali – good practice for the waiting patiently for you to arrive! (Please
shopping to come! note, your driver may not be pictured here!
We have a terrific transport team that we
If you have organized an airport transfer with
share between The Palm Tree House and
us, our driver will meet you at Denpasar (DPS)
Escape Haven. Simply look for the friendly
airport coordinating with the flight information
person with the sign!)
you have given us. He will be waiting for you
behind the barrier when you exit into the 1.3 Final day departure
arrival hall. He will be holding a white and
beige “The Palm Tree House” sign displaying Ideally it’s best to book a flight that leaves Bali
our logo. Shown below: after 3:30 PM on the last day as check out is at12. If you require a transfer to the airport or a listed in our transfer zone. If you are going to
hotel on the final day of the retreat we need to any of these areas, we can help arrange a taxi
receive the information a minimum of 7 days for you from the retreat, at your own expense
prior to the retreat start date. Please be aware who can range from USD$15 - $50 approx.
that if this information is not provided a week
Otherwise can organize your hotel transfer at
or more before the retreat start, or you
the below additional prices (charged in USD):
haven’t yet decided where you will be going
after the retreat, we cannot guarantee that we Ubud – $30 USD
will be able to accommodate you with a
departure transfer. Priority will be given to Jimbaran Bay, Sanur, Uluwatu, Padang Padang
those who have provided their information, – $35 USD
and you need to be prepared to make your IF, you have a later flight, we can also help
own way to your next destination. arrange a private driver for you. The driver will
For all airport transfers we require – airline store your bags safely and take you to do some
name/flight number/date/time. last-minute shopping or to a beach club to
relax before transferring you to the airport.
For all hotel transfers we require – hotel
name/address/phone number or website. Half-Day Private Driver – 350.000 IDR (for up to
4 hours)
Airport transfers – based upon your flight
information we will arrange your transfer to Full Day Private Driver – 650.000 IDR (for up to
the airport. Plan for your transfer to leave 3 - 4 8 hours)
hours prior to your international flight time.
We provide departure transfers on the final 2. Getting to know The Palm
day of the retreat only.
Tree House Bali
Departure – on the final day the retreat
finishes at 12:00.
2.1 The Palm Tree House Bali
Hotel transfers – if you are departing to other Team
accommodation in Bali, we are able to provide
a complimentary transfer to the following You will be cared for by a wonderful local
areas: Seminyak, Canggu, Legian, Kerobokan, Balinese dream team who will make you feel
Kuta, Umalas and Petitengit and this will be like Family. Our Spa therapists, fitness, surf and
scheduled around 12 PM when the retreat Yoga instructors are made up of professionally
finishes. qualified instructors and practitioners who will
all be catering to you throughout your stay
Areas outside our transfer range include:
with us.
Ubud, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Tuban, Benoa,
Sanur, Uluwatu, plus all other locations notthese local companies, we are also able to put
2.1 The Palm Tree House Mascot money back into the local Bali economy.
The Palm Tree House #4 has two lovely Bali
dogs that are part of the family. Both dogs are 2.3 Your fellow guests
lovely natured, white soft-coated dogs. The Our beautiful Palm Tree House villas can host
dogs are quiet, house trained, have a beautiful anywhere between 1- 7 guests (on average, 2-4
nature and will share your pool villa for the pax)
week – both dogs are female, called Rice and
Roxy. The team will look after the dogs and Your fellow guests will probably come from all
take them out for beach walks, otherwise they corners of the world and likely be a range of
are very happy relaxing quietly in the villa age groups too. We ask you to be
gardens. Our guests love Rice and Roxy, they understanding of the various needs and
are both a pleasure to be around, offer good preferences of your group – patience with your
security and love pats too! fellow guests is sometimes required for the
benefit of everyone’s travel experience.
Here is a beautiful photo of Miss Rice and Miss Remember that you have responsibilities to
Roxy! the group. If you are requested to be at a place
at a certain time, ensure that you don’t keep
the rest of the group waiting. We have found
that the very best trips we operate are those
where the dynamics within the group work
well – both in respecting the other guests and
the responsibilities to your guide’s – this takes
just a little effort and awareness on your part.
Please note that due to privacy reasons we are
unable to provide you with contact details and
any personal information about your fellow
guests booking on your trip prior to arrival. Our
They cannot wait to meet you Facebook page The Palm Tree House Bali is a
forum where many connect prior to the
retreat.
2.2 Local partners
https://www.facebook.com/thepalmtreehousebali
The Palm Tree House has experienced
professional local operators. These local We also wanted to mention that your retreat
partners are all reputable and offer the highest at The Palm Tree House is a private retreat. We
standard of service. By working closely with like to respect the privacy of our guests and
therefore the villas and grounds are solely for
those on retreat. If you would like to catch upwith friends of family whilst on retreat, we can For Surf package – Transport to surfing, rash
assist you with transport or can make vest, board use
suggestions as to where you can enjoy meeting
For Fitness package –The use of fitness
in Canggu.
equipment during fitness sessions
3. What’s included on your retreat Bikes allow you to visit the nearby yoga shalas,
beaches, shops and cafes around Canggu as
3.1 Meal inclusions you please.
Breakfasts: Daily
3.3 Activities included in The
Lunches: 4 lunches are included (not included Palm Tree Bali packages
on sightseeing days Monday, Thursday and
Saturday) This is a list of included activities on this trip as
a part of the ‘Standard’ base package. All other
Dinners: One dinner ( the other dinners guests activities are optional and at your own
can experience the wonderful cafes and expense. For a list of optional activities and
restaurants in Canggu) sightseeing available on this trip, see the
optional activities section below. If you choose
In addition, we provide unlimited fresh fruit,
not to participate in the included activities on
delicious afternoon snacks and purified spring
this itinerary, the cost will not be refunded. We
water at the villa. There are plenty of great
will arrange and schedule any optional
restaurant choices and places to purchase food
activities you choose, through our concierge
around the area if you wish to have your own
service.
supply of snacks of drinks.
-6 Nights / 7 days boutique villa
For the meals that are not included, you have
accommodation with butler service
the opportunity to discover some of the
amazing eateries close by. Budget -4 x 60 minute massages during your 6 night
approximately $15- $20 per meal for these stay
occasions. Alcoholic drinks are not included but
are available for purchase. You can also choose -4 x group yoga classes lead by world class
to order meals into the villa if you prefer to eat celebrated Yoga instructors
in, there are lots of menus in the villa for you
to utilize during your stay. -Chef-prepared delicious meals- Daily
breakfast, daily lunch (except for sight-seeing
3.2 Equipment included days and Saturdays), and one dinner.
-One full day Sightseeing Adventure to
For yoga – Yoga pass to our local shala
beautiful Ubud
including yoga mats, bolsters, blocks-One full day Cultural Day with special Balinese
activities and excursions 4. Getting Practical
-Complimentary airport transfers (or hotel
transfers within zone) 4.1 Travel insurance
Travel insurance is a compulsory requirement
-Host service between 9am-5pm
for all our retreat trips. We require that, at a
-Beach bicycles available 24 hours a day minimum, you are covered for medical
expenses including emergency repatriation.
-High quality yoga mats and equipment We strongly recommend that the policy also
-Unlimited high speed WIFI covers personal liability, cancellation,
curtailment and loss of luggage and personal
-DVD’s and books in the shared lounge effects.
-Movie nook with TV, cable TV and movies You will not be permitted to join the retreat
until evidence of travel insurance and the
-Unlimited coffee and tea
insurance company’s 24-hour emergency
-A fully equipped kitchen and drink station contact number/email has been emailed to us.
-Security stationed outside the villa If you have travel insurance provided by your
credit card company we will require details of
CCV TV for extra security the participating insurer/underwriter, your
-Being cared for by a wonderful local Balinese policy number and emergency contact
team who make you feel at home. telephone number. We will also need the
bank’s name and credit card details. Please
3.4 Transport to activities contact your bank for these details prior to
arriving in Bali.
We provide transport for Surf lessons. In your
free time you are responsible for your own Please go to www.worldnomads.com for links to
transport to any extra activities you wish to do. various travel insurance providers if you do not
already have travel insurance in place.
We are within walking distance from the beach
and yoga shalas, or alternatively, you can take
one our bikes and cycle down there. In our 4.2 Spending money
local area there is also a variety of spas and a Every traveller is different and therefore
great shopping/restaurant area. For further spending money requirements will vary, as do
destinations, taxis are an easy and cheap way shopping habits! Some guests may drink more
to get around, usually costing around $1 - $3 to than others while other guests like to shop or
get between areas of interest in our locality. spa more than most.You can eat meals in basic local warungs appreciated by them. The average salary in Bali
(restaurants) and experience the local culture is US$150 per month so a little goes a long
for as little as $5, however there are also a way. As a guide, an average tip at the end of
range of well-known restaurants and stunning your stay is approx. 400K ($40) which is
resorts where you can watch sunset and then equivalent of US$1:50 per staff member. This
indulge in culinary delights for around $20 - goes towards their families schooling needs.
$30 including a glass of wine or a cocktail.
4.3 Money Exchange
Beer is typically cheap in Bali, priced from $3 -
$5 per bottle depending on the establishment We work with a reputable money changer who
you choose. A huge variety of colourful and comes to the villa for your convenience.
flavoursome cocktails (or mocktails) are
offered at most bars and eating establishments Currency exchange rates often fluctuate. For
ranging from around $7 -$15 per drink. the most up-to-date rates please refer to the
following website: www.oanda.com
At the Villa extra spa treatments or other
activities are offered which can be purchased The most convenient and cheapest way to
at an additional cost. These range in price obtain local currency in Bali is via an
from around $30 - $80 depending on what you automated teller machine, using your savings,
choose. Please consider your own spending credit or debit card. Most ATM’s will also give
habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, you a cash advance on your credit card but be
shopping, participating in optional activities wary of high fees imposed by your bank. Please
and tipping. Please also remember the note that ATM machines in Bali dispense the
following specific recommendations when cash from the machine before your card is
planning your trip. Please note that although released, so do not fall into the trap of leaving
we have a tab running for such purchases, your card behind.
these will need to be settled in cash and upon With credit cards, American Express and Diner
check in we require the equivalent of $100 Card are NOT widely accepted in Indonesia.
which will be held against any purchases and Visa & MasterCard are accepted at most
then refunded at the end of your trip. Please places, but will often attract an additional
have cash available for this when you check in. processing fee. (Be sure to let your bank know
that you are travelling to Indonesia, otherwise
Tipping they might freeze your card).
You will meet several different groups of local You may wish to take some of your money in
Balinese who are all employed to help make travelers cheques of a major brand in a major
your experience in Bali and activity choices all currency ($US, GBP, AUD$ and EURO are all
the more enjoyable. Any tip that you wish to fine). Travelers cheques have security
give your local staff or guides, in recognition of advantages although please be aware that the
excellent service, is not necessary but always exchange rates may not be favorable and thatit is difficult to change Traveler’s cheques in Mexico, New Zealand, China, Russia, South
remote locations, on weekends and public Africa, South Korea, UK and the US. To check
holidays. the most up to date list, please visit
https://www.bali.com/visa-indonesia-entry-re
The most convenient is to bring cash. The
quirements-bali.html
bigger the note, the better, as lower rates are
given at money changers for smaller Citizens of these countries can apply for a
denomination bills. Also please make sure they visa-on-arrival valid for 30 days (more than 30
are brand new notes as older notes in some day stays, see below) upon arrival by air into
currencies are not accepted at money Bali, Jakarta and a few other international
changers. Indonesian airports or by ship at a limited
number of Indonesian seaports. A 30-day visa
4.4 Emergency funds costs US$35 (including day of arrival and
departure). On entry you are required to have
Please also make sure you have access to an a passport valid for 6 months and a ticket out
additional USD$400, to be used when of Indonesia. You can extend a 30-day Tourist
unforeseen incidents or circumstances outside Visa by one month, only once. This can be
your control may arise. This is a rare processed at Immigration. Visas will be issued
occurrence but is well worth being prepared to arriving passengers at counters set up prior
for! to immigration processing. Payment for the
visa can be made in all major currencies or by
4.5 Departure tax VISA or MasterCard.
This is now included in the price of all tickets
from Bali so no need to pay anything when you 4.7 Health
leave Bali. Bali is very tourist-friendly health-wise, so
currently no vaccinations are needed to travel
4.6 Visas to Bali. Malaria is not found in Bali, but we do
have mosquitoes, so please bring a tropical
Please note that visas are the responsibility of
strength mosquito repellent you can spray on
the individual traveler. Make sure your
yourself and also a soothing cream for bites if
passport is valid for at least 6 months after
you are susceptible to them.
your return date. Be sure to check the date you
require a visa from and the length of time you A probiotic is good for preparing your stomach
will need to cover, especially if you change for foreign food, we recommend that you start
countries during your trip. taking it before your trip and bring some with
you – you can find this at most health food
Indonesia: Indonesia issues a visa on arrival to,
shops. Also electrolyte sachets are helpful as it
among others, citizens of – Australia, Brazil,
Canada, Egypt, EU countries, India, Japan,is easy to get dehydrated in the tropics, plus your passport, air tickets, cash and other
medications for upset stomachs and diarrhea. valuable items. Leave your valuable jewellery
at home – you won’t need it while travelling or
Arnica cream and Ibuprofen is great for
in the surf. At the villa there is a safety deposit
soothing sore muscles and bruising or any
box in your room where we recommend you
other muscle relief cream is good too; and you
store your valuables or you can leave them in
may want to bring some aloe vera gel or
your locked luggage. A lock is recommended
after-sun cream if you tend to get sunburnt.
for securing your luggage.
Please note we cannot provide or administer
We have a security team at The Palm Tree
any medications so you must supply your own.
House that are posted at the villa overnight.
If you have special dietary needs or allergies, Here is an image of some of our friendly
we recommend that you bring along some security team! Rest assured you will be safe
familiar snacks. Our main meals will cater for and well looked after throughout your stay.
these needs giving you a range of delicious Your host and butler team are at the villa
options however snacks may be harder to during day time hours, and security are
come by so you should bring some in, just in on-hand overnight.
case you can’t find it readily available. You can
During your trip you will have some free time
bring food into Bali freely.
to pursue your own interests, relax and take it
Alcohol, while we are a well-being retreat, we easy or explore at your leisure. While your
believe that all things can be enjoyed in group guide will assist you with the available
moderation! Our retreat week is about healthy options in a given location, please note that
indulgence for the mind, body and soul. If you any optional activities you undertake are not
would like to have a few drinks on your part of your retreat itinerary, and The Palm
holiday, we recommend that you purchase Tree House makes no representations about
your favorite bottle at duty-free (maximum 1 the safety of the activity or the standard of the
litre per person) before you arrive, as alcohol operators running them. Please use your own
and wine are considerably more expensive to good judgment when selecting an activity in
purchase in stores and restaurants in Bali. We your free time. Please also note that your
are able to hold your alcohol and mixers and group guides have the authority to amend or
our staff are always on hand to whip you up cancel any part of the trip itinerary if it is
your favorite drink, poolside. If you don’t bring deemed necessary due to safety concerns.
any with you, we have a very limited range of
drinks that can be purchased at the villa. 5. Preparation Essentials
4.8 Safety 5.1 Packing list
We strongly recommend the use of a money
belt while travelling, for the safekeeping ofSo you are all booked and we look forward to Swimwear – at least a few pairs of swimsuits as
welcoming you on your luxury surf, yoga, you will be in these a lot of the time.
fitness, healing and spa adventure in Bali. But
Flip flops and sandals
what to pack? Here is a checklist we have
pulled together to help you. Use it just as a Couple of casual resort wear outfits for going
guide as there may be many other personal out – eg. Kaftans, sundresses, floaty tops and
items that you wish to bring at your own smart shorts/skirts. Bali has an overwhelming
discretion. Just make sure you fully understand number of stores that cater to this type of
and comply with your airlines luggage weight purchase so you may choose to buy these
limits and leave enough room for your when you arrive.
shopping purchases!!
Beach clothes – light comfy breathable clothes
Airline ticket – into and out of Indonesia (with you can throw over your swimwear
photocopies)
Sun hat
Travel insurance (with photocopies)
Camera
Passport valid for at least 6 months
Mossie repellant
Our contact numbers and a copy of this email
in your carry-on luggage Beach shoes
US$100 (minimum) plus credit card and/or Light sand shoes for cycling
ATM Comfortable clothes for yoga
$35 cash in USD currency to purchase tourist Most importantly, an open mind, a kind heart,
visa upon arrival at the airport (if your country your laughter and sense of adventure
is not included on the visa-free list)
Bali is very hot and humid (consistently
Personal toiletries (we supply body lotion, 30+C/86+F), so pack light clothes that breathe.
body wash and shampoo) Pack half of what you think you will need – you
Clock or phone with alarm will be in your bathing suit most of the day,
plus it leaves room for your shopping
A plug adaptor for Indonesia – same as the purchases!
European adaptor (we have some available at
the retreat for your use)
5.2 Shopping
Earplugs There are a mind-boggling amount of things to
Sunblock buy in Bali. We provide a comprehensive list of
our favourite boutiques in the area to help you
Sunglasses in our Bali Bible which you will have at your
disposal upon arrival. Everything is veryaffordable and it’s easy to find fantastic, 6.1 Near the Beach
quality bargains. Even if you’re not a shopper
you will be tempted here. When packing keep · The Breezes ($100++) -
http://www.breezesbali.com (1 minute walk to
in mind that you can buy everything here
cheaply so pack half of what you think you will beach)
need and leave some space in your bag for the · The Harmony, Seminyak ($35 ++) –
trip home! www.theharmonybali.com/ (5 minute walk
beach)
5.3 Extra activities · All Seasons Resort, Legian ($100 ++) –
There are so many activities to enjoy in Bali, www.allseasons-asia.com (5 minute walk
here are some extra options that can be to beach)
organized whilst on retreat.
· Villa Kresna, Seminyak ($70++)
Additional activities: www.villakresna.com (5 minute walk to
beach)
● Jewellery making course
● Horseback riding at sunset on the beach · Taman Ayu Cottage, Seminyak ($35 ++)
● Wakeboarding www.tamanayucottage.com (10 minute
● Kitesurfing walk to beach)
● Stand up paddleboarding (SUP)
● Scuba diving · Casa Indigo ($60++)
● White water rafting http://www.casaindigobali.com/ (10 minute
● Massage course walk to beach)
● Sightseeing to other parts of Bali
● Additional yoga, surf or fitness PT 6.2 Directly On the Beach
● Healing and Ayurveda treatments · Hard Rock Hotel, Kuta Beach ($150 ++)
● Additional massage and spa – www.hardrockhotels.net/bali/
· Padma Hotel Bali ($250++) -
6. Accommodation http://www.hotelpadma.com/
recommendations
· Bali Niksoma Hotel, Legian Beach
At The Palm Tree House, we have a four-night ($250++) - http://www.baliniksoma.com/
minimum stay, and you can always chat to the
team about extending your stay – we will do · Kumala Pantai, Legian Beach ( $50 ++) -
our best to accommodate you wherever we http://www.kumalapantai.com/
can. If you wish to explore further afield in Bali, · The Sofitel, Legian Beach ($200++) –
here are some places we can recommend: www.sofitelbali.com· Pelangi Hotel, Legian Beach ($70 ++) – villa address and contact details for you to give
www.pelangibali.com to your driver/taxi.
· Anantara Resort, Seminyak Beach ($200 6.3 Contributing to our
++)- http://bali.anantara.com/
community
· Oberoi Resort, Seminyak Beach
Creating Futures Foundation
($250++) - http://www.oberoihotels.com/
At Escape Haven we have a beautiful passion
· The Legian Hotel, Seminyak Beach project, Creating Futures Foundation (CFF). CFF
($400++) - http://www.ghmhotels.com/ is a charity that aims to empower orphans in
Another place to find super internet hotel rates Bali through innovative educational
to suit all budgets is: programmes that allow children to obtain
http://www.hoteltravel.com/indonesia/bali/hotels.htm useful tools for a better, brighter future.
Through CFF’s specially designed ‘learning
camps’, we aim to not only build each child’s
IMPORTANT - If you want complimentary self-esteem, self-worth and
retreat transfers either on the first or last day
self-empowerment, but to provide them with
of the retreat be sure to book a hotel in the
useful life skills. We achieve this through surf
following areas – Kuta, Legian, Seminyak or
Kerobokan. lessons – to build confidence and reduce
anxiety; yoga sessions – to balance energy and
If you are looking for something further off the
enhance concentration; and English lessons –
beaten path you can stay in Ubud, Menhanga
Island, Pumuteran Beach, Lembongan Island, to increase employment opportunities later in
and Amed as they are each distinct areas of the life. These skills will ultimately give them the
island that will provide quite a different ability to realize they are worthy of a great life,
contrast from the area you will experience and encourage them to strive for it. For each
while on the retreat.
Escape Haven booking made, we donate to
If you are interested in relaxing at a big luxury these orphans in Bali who need our help. If you
resort you can check out hotels in these would like to further support our charity there
locations – Jimbaran, Nusa Dua and Uluwatu.
are many ways you can help! Toiletries
Important – if you do stay in an area outside of (shampoo, conditioner, soap,
our transfer zone you will need to organize toothpaste), clothing and food are always in
your own transport to/from the retreat. The high demand. If you have space in your luggage
easiest way to arrange a transfer to the retreat
you could bring some items from home or
is through the hotel you will be coming
from/going to. We will provide you with the otherwise purchase while in Bali and we wouldensure your generous gifts reached those in rescue, food and medication, rehabilitation
need. For more information please visit our and adoption. It also runs education and
website: advocacy programs for sustainable
http://www.creatingfuturesfoundation.org/ improvement to animal welfare now and into
the future. BAWA is funded entirely by
Putu’s Orphanage donations and relies heavily on a staff of
Putu is one of our amazing cooks on retreat dedicated volunteers. As animal lovers, we
and in her time away from the kitchen, she also have done what we can to contribute to BAWA
runs an incredible orphanage here in Bali. over the years that we have been running
Guests are welcome to visit the orphanage if retreats here in Bali. BAWA do amazing things
they are interested whilst on retreat. We are for the animals here in Bali, especially for the
also greatly appreciative of anyone who would street dogs that are often the most in need of
like to contribute by bringing along any some extra love and care. This very important
supplies for the children. Notebooks, pens, non-profit organisation is always looking for
pencils, books, games and clothing are always assistance with support and/or supplies. If you
in need and so eagerly enjoyed by the children. would like to contribute, you are welcome to
If you have space in your luggage for these bring over dog and cat food or snacks, or you
items you are more than welcome to bring can contribute directly. There are many ways
them. Alternatively you can find some of these to help, you can donate directly here-
things here in Bali (there is much less choice https://bawabali.com/donate-to-bawa/ or you
and they are often more expensive and hard to can also volunteer from anywhere in the world,
come by though!) Or you are also welcome to find out more
contribute monetarily and all funds are here-https://bawabali.com/how-to-help/volun
guaranteed to support the orphanage and its teer/
lovely children to help them learn, grow and Of course, there is no pressure to contribute to
thrive. any of these organisations. We simply find that
many guests when visiting are overwhelmed
BAWA with a genuine love for the island and its
Bali Animal Welfare Association (BAWA) is a people and animals and want to do what they
non-profit organisation based in Bali that can to help in their own small way. Feel free to
works to save, protect and improve the lives of contact us with any further questions as you
all animals on the island and beyond. BAWA how you may like to help or be involved. These
directly provides emergency response and are charities very close to our hearts and weknow that every little action or contribution makes a huge difference. 7. Thank you Phew! Thank you for reading - that was a lot of information to take in. As mentioned, print this off and carry it with you in your carry-on luggage to refer to. On behalf of the team here at The Palm Tree House Bali, we look forward to welcoming you and sharing a glorious week of fun, laughter and adventure together in Bali. Disclaimer: Please note that the schedule and included items can change at any time without notice. Current offerings will be on the website at the time of each retreat.
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