Escape to Tranquil

Lombok as Bali was in the Sixties

Lombok Dame Indah Cottages is a unique place, where we warmly welcome our very special guests. Enjoy the peaceful serenity of our superb deluxe cottages, built in classic Lombok style, decorated with antique teak wood carvings and complemented with private balconies. Our hillsite location on the coast of west Lombok provides the perfect view for spectacular sunsets across the sea to east Bali, featuring the glory of Mount Agung in the distance.

We offer superb amenities and a truly distinguished level of professional service. Relax in the swimming pool and hot Jacuzzi in our garden, or move to the white sand beach for snorkeling, swimming and sunbathing.

We will be happy to arrange tours for you to see the special arts and culture of Lombok, as well as places of interest for sightseeing and shopping.

Lombok Dame Indah Cottages
Lendang Guar, Pemenang Barat, Tanjung
P.O. Box 1128, Lombok Barat 83352
West of Nusa Tenggara – Indonesia
Tel. +62 364 93246
Fax. + 62 364 93248

Just The Two of Us

A girl carrying a baby begs motorists for money at a busy intersection on Jl. Penjernihan in Central Jakarta in this file photo. Women and children in Indonesia are vulnerable to violence, but a recent survey found only three of 17 referral hospitals had a special unit for such victims.

The Business Travellers Choice in Yangon

At summit Parkview Yangon, we promise you the comforts of home, the facilities for you business needs, the efficiency of your own office, and our excellent and friendly service.

• Business Centre
• Banquet & Conference Facilities
• Meeting Rooms
• 250 Guest Rooms & Suites
• Entertainment
• Asian & Continental Cuisine
• Hair & Beauty Salon
• Health & Fitness Centre
• Swimming Pool
• Clinic
• 24 Hour Security

Summit Parkview Yangon
350 Ahlone Road, Dagon Township,
Yangon, Union of Myanmar
Tep. (951) 27966
Fax. (951) 27993

Earth Angels

Newly crowned Miss World Kseniya Sukhinova from Russia (center) sits with first princess Parvathy Omanakuttai from India (left) and second princess Gabrielle Walcott from Trinidad and Tobacco (right) during the Miss World contest in Johannesburg, South Africa.

I Got It !!!

Overseas tourist Kelly (left) wrests a baby pig from fellow tourist Elizabeth during a “catch-a-pig” contest at Kuta Beach, Bali. The contest was one of many cultural events held during the nine-day Kuta Carnival, which runs until 3 days.

Puteri – Luminous Love Hand & Body Lotion

Hand & Body Lotion Luminous Love with Cranberry Perfume and Orange Perfume that refreshes and Vitamin C & E with UV filter to protect skin from sun ray.

Direction of use: Pour lotion onto palm, wipe evenly on hands, arms and legs. Use every time after shower or whenever as needed.

Available in 2 variant perfumes: Cranberry Crush and Orange Burst.

Packaging: Tube, 80 ml

** Natural and safe for teenage skin.

Produced by:
PT. Mustika Ratu
Jl. Raya Bogor Km. 26,4 Ciracas
Jakarta Timur 13740 – Indonesia
Tel. +62 21 8711291
Fax + 62 21 8711248
Email: info@mustika-ratu.co.id
Website: www.mustika-ratu.com

Back From The Holy Land

A haj pilgrim kneels and kisses the ground in prayer upon arrival at Adi Sumarmo Airport in Surakarta, central Java. He was one of the first batch of Indonesian pilgrims who returned to the country after more than a month in Mecca performing the haj pilgrimage.

Toxic Cosmetics

A woman inspects a cosmetic product banned by the Food and Drugs Monitoring Agency in Jakarta. The agency ordered the recall of 27 cosmetic products found to contain hazardous chemicals.

Women’s Lights

A man lights a candle during a ceremony in Guatemala, before the commemoration of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, which falls on Nov. 25. More than 600 women were murdered in Guatemala throughout 2008, according to human rights organizations.

Puteri – Hand & Body Lotion

Hand & Body Lotion rich with natural moisturizer. Gives smoothness on skin and maintain it’s hydration without sticky. Contains Almond Protein extract, moisten as well as keeps skin’s hydration. Edelweiss extract, softens and smoothen skin. Double Sun Protection, gives extra protection from sun rays, Vitamin E as anti oxidant, Derivate vitamin C helps brighten skin.

Direction of use: Pour lotion sufficiently onto palm, wipe evenly on hands, arms, and legs, Apply every time after bath or whenever as needed.

Available in 4 (four) aroma: White Lily, Chrysant, Orchid, Rose.

Packaging: 245 ml, 135 ml bottle.

** Natural and safe for teenage skin.

Produced by:
PT. Mustika Ratu
Jl. Raya Bogor Km. 26,4 Ciracas
Jakarta Timur 13740 – Indonesia
Tel. +62 21 8711291
Fax + 62 21 8711248
Email: info@mustika-ratu.co.id
Website: www.mustika-ratu.com

In The Spirit

Employees of the Everland Amusement Park, wearing Santa Claus costumes, ice-skate at a class of the Santa Academy in Yongin, South Korea. The park is owned by the Samsung Group.

Reflecting

People suffering from HIV/AIDS gather around lit candles inside an NGO office ahead of World AIDS Day in the northeastern Indian city of Siliguri. Official figures show more than 10 percent of intravenous drug users in India are affected with HIV, a higher percentage than among prostitutes. The country’s overall HIV/AIDS prevalence rate is about 0.9 percent for those aged between 15 and 49.

City Destinations – Kunming

Kunming is the capital of Yunan Province. It is well known for its lakes. Lake Dianchi is breath-taking – a blue-glazed dish edged with a painted trim of green. Most tourists use Kunming as a stepping stone for journeys to other towns. But Kunming has its own places of interest.

Not to be missed is the Yunnan Provincial Museum, the Buddhist Yuantong Temple, the Stone Forest and the East and West Temple Pagodas. There are also mosques in Kunming, as Yunnan’s large Muslim community dates back to the Yuan Dynasty. The largest mosque is on Shuncheng Ju, an Islamic neighbourhood, worth exploring for its small shops and halal restaurants.

The Faithful Masses

Thousands of Muslim pilgrims head to cast stones at a pillar, symbolizing the stoning of Satan, in a ritual called Jamarat, the last rite of the annual hajin Mena, near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

The New Emerald Club

Awaits you at the Imperial… Come be our special guest.

Imperial Hotel introduces it new exclusive Emerald Club for the business traveler. 48 rooms and 4 suites, exquisitely refurbished to provide you with a distinguished level of impeccable service.

Come be our special guest. Our elegantly furnished rooms offer superb amenities and comfort. From your personal writing desk and cosy armchairs, to the Italian marble bathroom and range of fine toiletries.

The very moment you step through our doors, your every need will be taken care of. Attentively. Efficiently. But not Intrusively. Come to Imperial. And experience the luxurious comfort of the Emerald Club.

Imperial Hotel Singapore
1 Jalan Rumbia Singapore 239616
Tel. +65 7371666
Fax. +65 7374761

Unearthly Beauty

Miss Earth 2008 contestants blow kisses during a media presentation in Manila. The 85 contestants from around the world revealed their personal environmental campaigns, with the theme for this year’s competition focused on “green lifestyle”.

Puteri – Luminous Love Body Mist

Body perfume with Cranberry Perfume and Orange Perfume which refreshes with its scintillating glittery effect.

Direction of use: Spray to allover body after shower or whenever you need to refresh.

Available in 2 choices: Cranberry Crush and Orange Burst.

Packaging: 115 ml bottle.

** Natural and safe for teenage skin.

Produced by:
PT. Mustika Ratu
Jl. Raya Bogor Km. 26,4 Ciracas
Jakarta Timur 13740 – Indonesia
Tel. +62 21 8711291
Fax + 62 21 8711248
Email: info@mustika-ratu.co.id
Website: www.mustika-ratu.com

Died on The Sand

Children play on dead whales that beached themselves in Dakar. Dozens of whales were beached overnight in the neighborhood of Yoff, where local fishermen spent hours hauling them back into the sea. About two dozen of the mammals died on the sand.

Two Heads Are Better Than One

Carrying her baby on her back, a Dayak woman casts her vote a polling station in Pampang village, East Kalimantan. More than 2.2 million eligible voters were expected to participate in the gubernatorial election in the province.

Ceremonies of Waisak

A monk prays at Borobudur Temple in Magelang, Central Java, as part of ceremonies held for the commemoration of Waisak, which will be observed nationwide. Waisak commemorates three important events in Buddha;s life: his birth, his enlightenment and his parinibbana (perfect liberation).

Puteri – Body Milk White Reflect

Contains White Tea extract as anti oxidant & Lemon Blend to support skin lightening and Aromatherapy & Double Sun Protection.

Direction of use: Wipe evenly on hands, legs and torso. Apply regularly to keep skin’s smoothness and moisture.

Available in: Moisturizing, Shimmering, Firming, Toning.

Packaging: 135 ml.

** Natural and safe for teenage skin.

Produced by:
PT. Mustika Ratu
Jl. Raya Bogor Km. 26,4 Ciracas
Jakarta Timur 13740 – Indonesia
Tel. +62 21 8711291
Fax + 62 21 8711248
Email: info@mustika-ratu.co.id
Website: www.mustika-ratu.com

City Destinations – Kuantan

Kuantan, the capital of Pahang state, is located on the east coast of Malaysia. This town is well-organised and bustling with activities. Kuantan also has some of the country’s oldest colonial buildings, the Courthouse and the JKR building.

Kuantan is also popular with tourists, many of whom make special trips to watch turtles lay eggs. But there are also a number of beachcombers who flock to Cherating, a cluster of seaside villages, north of Kuantan. Teluk Cempedak Beach, about 4km from the town, in worth a visit.

This is an excellent beach for swimming and watersports. If you are adventurous, take a trip to Lake Chini which is actually a series of 12 connecting bodies of water, covered by a carpet of lotus blossoms between the months of June and September.

Rantau Abang is the main turtle beach, a spot where leatherback turtles come ashore to lay their eggs. August is the peak laying season.

Inya Lake Hotel – Rediscover New World

Experience our time honored tradition of Burmese hospitality and stay in comfort at our newly renovated New World Inya Lake Hotel. Modern comfort blended with our traditional hospitality await you as you step into our new world nestled along a tranquil lake.

Exceptionally located within easy reach to the business district, our modern facilities offer ideal services for businessmen and tourist travelers.

New World Inya Lake Hotel
37, Kaba Aye Pagoda Road, Yangon, Myanmar
Tel: (95-1) 62866
Fax: (95-1) 65537

Puteri – Shake Cologne

Relaxing
Body perfume, contains Lavender essential oil, with soothing aroma. Contain Vitamin E and emollient which leaves skin silky smooth and supple.

Energizing
Body perfume that contains Citrus essential oil with energizing aroma. Contain vitamin E and emollient that leaves skin silky smooth and supple.

Refreshing
Body perfume with Mint essential oil with refreshing aroma. With Vitamin E and emollient that leaves skin silky smooth and supple.

Soothing
Body perfume with Rose essential oil with soothing aroma. With Vitamin E and emollient that leaves skin silky smooth and supple.

Direction of use: Shake before use hen spray on body whenever you want.

Packaging: 100 ml bottle.

** Natural and safe for teenage skin.

Produced by:
PT. Mustika Ratu
Jl. Raya Bogor Km. 26,4 Ciracas
Jakarta Timur 13740 – Indonesia
Tel. +62 21 8711291
Fax + 62 21 8711248
Email: info@mustika-ratu.co.id
Website: www.mustika-ratu.com

Giant Squid

Rangi Pena poses with a six-meter long, 230-kilogram squid in Portland, Australia. Pene Said the squid was already dead when it was caught in a trawler’s nets in waters more than 500 meters deep.