Bali to hold one-long-carnival

DENPASAR (indo.com): A plan is underway to hold a one-month-long carnival to commemorate those who became the victims of last year’s Bali bombing in Kuta, Bali.

The carnival to be organized by the Kuta Small Business Association (KSBA)is expected to commence on September 12, 2003.

Called ‘Carnival of Life’, the programs will include fashion shows, surf competitions, competitive supports, food festivals, traditional dance and theaters, art exhibition, sand sculpture contests, live musical instruments, sky diving, extreme toy exhibitions, a grand parade and beach Olympics.

Deeply concerned about the current situation in Bali resulting from last year’s Bali bombing, the association has been actively involved in conducting activities expected to contribute to the recovery of Bali.

The association is strongly committed to supporting community development projects and promoting local tourism and trade.

The association, a non-profit organization, has recently set ethics and business standards for its members. The standards stipulate among others fair representation of goods and services, pricing reflecting the value of goods and services; clean and hygienic premises; courteous and conscientious service by all employees; honesty in financial and currency exchange services; improvement of the business environment by encouraging off-street parking and orderly appearances for local business; good citizenship through active involvement in community improvement projects; and promotion of Kuta as a business.