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MOVE TO THE NEXT LEVEL FA_Wonderfull Indonesia_Advertorial & Display Ad_OB Golf (420x275mm).pdf 1 5/17/16 3:29 PM Lorem, Ipsum • Indonesia Golf course, Bali • Indonesia the game | driving Wonderful Indonesia without a Visa The government of Indonesia has extended a visa-free facility to 169 countries and territories. Aside from the beautiful and exciting destinations, nothing lifts Entry and Departure Points the mood of an avid traveler better than a free visa. After all, a visa-free facility eliminates one more barrier standing between There are designated points of entry and departure as well. a traveler and his destination. Indonesia, the largest But visitors need not worry, as, according to the Indonesian archipelago in the world known for its pristine beaches, lush Directorate General of Immigration, there are up to 124 tropical forests and diverse culture, has recently extended its immigration checkpoints composing of 29 airports (including visa-free facility to no fewer than 169 countries and territories. Soekarno-Hatta, Tangerang, 30 kilometers from Jakarta; Halim Perdanakusuma, Jakarta; I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Bali; Juanda, The policy to grant visa-free facility to a much larger number of Surabaya; Hang Nadim, Batam; and Kuala Namu and Polonia, countries and territories was made as part of the government’s Medan among others), 88 harbors and 7 land borders. Visitors efforts to boost the country’s economy through tourism. The may enter and depart through all of the listed checkpoints. government has announced its aims to reach 20 million visitors The full list, along with the list of countries, is available on the by 2019. Presidential decree no. 21 of 2016, which was signed Directorate General of Immigration’s website. by President Joko Widodo on March 2 this year, details the C policy’s terms and conditions and encloses the list of countries. Indonesia has come a long way in granting free visa for short visits. The government had previously granted visa-free status M Visitors from enlisted 169 countries and territories, which to neighboring Southeast Asian countries, such as Thailand, Y include the United States and Australia, are required to have Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam, the Philippines, CM their passports with minimum validity of six months and a Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam, as well as territories MY return ticket upon entry. Meanwhile, nationals of Afghanistan, and countries, such as Hong Kong, Chile, Morocco, Peru and Cameroon, Guinea, Israel, Liberia, Niger, Nigeria, North Korea, Ecuador, through presidential decree no. 69 of 2015. Later last CY Pakistan and Somalia, still need a visa approval from the year, it amended the policy with presidential decree no. 104 of CMY Immigration Office in Indonesia prior to their travel. The 2015, which added 75 other countries eligible for the visa-free K visa-free facility, which is granted for the purpose of leisure or facility. tourism, family, social, art and cultural, governmental, educational, business meetings and transit visits, is valid for up to 30 days. It is non-extendable and non-convertible. Golf course, Bali • Indonesia A place to ease your swing and rest your eyes At some point in your life, you will feel that it is time to unwind. With your usual daily vast occurrences, remember to push the reset button. Stop for a second, let go of your worries. Reconnect with the earth and experience our way of relaxing. Be one with our nature, take your pick: endless mountains, infinite beaches, sparkling cities, or historical wonders. Don’t think twice. Because when everyone else is busy living, we celebrate life instead. www.indonesia.travel indonesia.travel @indtravel indonesia.travel AUG - SEPT 2016 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 1 Sanctioned by PUBLISHER Advisor Jimmy Masrin think this is the first time I felt the tension as I watched the final round of the George Djuhari 145th Open Championship. This year's third major championship presented a world-class game between Henrik Stenson and Phil Mickelson in the race Publisher I Liza Sutrisno for the title of the oldest event in the world. Phil, who showed off his best game, was defeated by Henrik who was clearly on fire. Despite not winning, to me, Phil is Editor the champion without a crown. His spirit and determination throughout the final round is Yulius Martinus an exemplary lesson in golf. This August we welcome the return of golf to the Olympic Games. Despite the Developmental Editor absence of the World’s Top 4, the competition will still be exciting and festive with the Amelia Moriarty presence of other top players. The organizers are setting up a fan experience area at the Olympic Golf Course; spectators can test their skills on interactive technology and enjoy Art Director a golf history exhibition. Subekti Febriansyah Hot on the heels of the Olympics, we have golf’s most anticipated team event, Graphic Designer the Ryder Cup. The tournament, which brings the giants of two of the world’s leading Vickirio Firsta F. nations, showcases the game from a different angle than the usual individual sport. It’s certainly a highly anticipated event and I’m sure we’re all wondering whether the U.S. Marketing & Sales Director team can win on their home soil, or if Europe will retain the Cup for the next two years. Merry Kwan In this edition, we’ve spoken with three of Indonesia’s women golfers whose love [email protected] of the game has taken them to the United States. There they are pursuing their dreams of being professional golfers whilst also gaining invaluable education. We hope their Advertising & Promotion experiences will encourage other young Indonesian golfers to follow their path. Edi Sahattua P. Naibaho [email protected] Liza Sutrisno AUG - SEPT 2016 Contributors : Philippe De Busschere Henrik Stenson Senior Director Asia LGA Indonesia Getty Images Academy Director LGA Pondok Indah David Bradshaw Instructor LGA Indonesia Joseph Glynn Instructor LGA Indonesia Dr. Sophia Hage SpKO Life-enthusiast and occacional sports medicine doctor Eddy Putra Rules Committee Of The Indonesian Golf Association Iskandar Ibnu Maryam Writer of Jeruknipis.com OB Golf & Lifestyle Magazine is published bi-monthly by PT Visi Prima Golf. Articles & features, including illustrations can only be produced with the permission of the Editor. We are not responsible for the safe custody or return of any solicited or unsolicited material, whether articles, photographs, transparencies, artwork, or computer discs. 4 AUG - SEPT 2016 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE AUG - SEPT 2016 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 5 the game | driving CONTENTAUGS - SEPT 2016 10 WAR AT HAZELTINE This year, the United States will host Europe for golf’s most anticipated team event, the Ryder Cup. The U.S. team’s ambition to win the biennial tournament is huge, however Europe won’t go down without a fight. 14 MOVE TO THE NEXT LEVEL On the August 11th to 20th, history will be written on the Olympic timeline. Golf is returning to the Olympics this summer, 2016. It’s the next level for golf competition. 25 OOPS! USGA DID IT AGAIN Brittany Lang has won her first major title eleven years after she finished as an amateur runner-up in her first U.S. Women's Open. This year, the 30-year- old claimed the title in a play-off against Anna Nordqvist with the help of a penalty. 28 THE UPS AND DOWN OF DJ Last year, Dustin “DJ” Johnson had to live with the memory of a missed putt on the 72nd hole at the 2015 U.S. Open that cost him his first major title. However, this year the 32-year-old made amends for his mistake and finally took home the title. 36 THE CORRECT TAKEAWAY 37 SHOULD YOU KEEP YOUR HEAD STILL? One of the biggest faults we see in the academy is how A common misconception I see with beginners is what students start their swings. Golfers often get caught up should and shouldn't happen with their head during their trying to fix faults later in their swings, but if you build your swing. A common tip beginners receive is to keep their swing from the start, you will find positions further on in the head still, and often they are told the reason they have Photography : Golfescape.com | AP : Golfescape.com Photography swing will improve automatically. miss-hit a shot is because their head moved. 6 AUG - SEPT 2016 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE AUG - SEPT 2016 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 7 the game | driving 40 GIANTI "TIKA" MAHARDHIKA MY PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE Four years ago Gianti Mahardhika hadn’t determined her life goals and the direction she would take. Today she realizes that education and golf must be balanced. “If something goes wrong with your golf, you still have your education, a college degree to get a job.” 46 THE 4th SERIES OF INDONESIAN GOLF TOUR DANNY ONLY HAS HIMSELF TO BEAT What if Danny Masrin performed better than other players? Surely, he would win. In the 4th event of the IGT, Danny Masrin wasn’t challenged by any of his competitors. However, Danny did have to battle with one obstacle: himself. LOMBOK 64 The Other Side Of Bali Indonesia is still home to many unspoilt, natural tourist attractions like beaches, waterfalls, volcanoes and mountains, and crystal blue sea. Lombok is one place where you can see all of these. DUBAI 68 A Cosmopolitan Oasis Dubai is a contradiction of the impression that first emerges in your mind when you hear about a town built in the middle of the desert. Nothing about Dubai is 58 dry or desolate. IS YOUR WRIST SUFFERING A GREEN CARPET IN THE FROM OVERUSE? 72 Golfers are all familiar with injuries and DESERT conditions of the upper limbs, ranging When it opened in 1988, the from Golfer’s Elbow to swollen wrists.

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