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Water for Life: AQUA’s Program to Help Rural Balinese
Functioning under Danone, AQUA is one of Indonesia’s largest and most trusted suppliers of mineral water. One of the company’s corporate social responsibility initiatives is AQUA Lestari, which aims to highlight the importance of the environment, being the key for a sustainable business that benefits all parties. They have four priorities in program; Environmental and
Celebrating Women: The Kartinis of Safari
Each year on April 21, the Indonesian people commemorate the birth date of Raden Adjeng Kartini – an early pioneer in the battle for the emancipation of Indonesian women. Today, in a free and independent Indonesia, modern day Kartinis continue the epic struggle started by Kartini by striving to become productive and meaningful participants in
Bridging the Artistic Realm
At Alila Manggis, art connoisseurs and enthusiasts can look forward to feasting their visual senses to a line-up of sophisticated artwork, photographs and sculptures masterminded by world-class creatives in a month-long exhibition held throughout the resort grounds. The resort will be fully transformed into a playground where the artists take inspiration from the exotic nature
The People Behind the Pearl
Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana has launched its latest lobby exhibition, showcasing the natural beauty of Indonesian pearls. Available for public viewing from 17 March until 15 May 2016, the exhibition will feature the stunning creations of Atlas Pearls, as well as inspiring insight into the lives of the women who created them. Atlas employs and
Sanctoo Villa Opens South of Ubud
Adjacent to the Bali Zoo, the Sanctoo, meaning a private or sacred place, is a new secluded retreat offering personalised treatments and professional service at a high-end level that most travellers dream of. Here you can become a part of Singapadu village, and witness a rural life in a little paradise surrounded by the natural
Ubud Food Festival 2016 ‘Goes Local’
Ubud Food Festival (UFF) has announced its return to Bali’s culinary capital from 27-29 May, and is showcasing the deliciousness and diversity of the Indonesian archipelago. This three-day event will span high energy cooking demonstrations, hands-on workshops and masterclasses, special events across some of Ubud’s most celebrated culinary establishments, in-depth food forums and much more.
Maya Rupa Exhibition at Griya Santrian
Open for public from 17 March until 29 April 2016, Griya Santrian Art Gallery proudly presents the art exhibition Maya Rupa by Wayan Santrayana. The gallery showcases the artist’s personal explorations, which combines his artistic values and deeper thoughts and beliefs. Wayan Santrayana, through his work, attempts to unravel the mystery of the human mind
Emirates Launches New Toys for Young Travellers
Emirates has released its newest range of toys, the Fly with Me Animals for infants and toddlers and specially designed Fly with Me Lonely Planet activity bags for travellers aged between six and twelve years old. The new toys are now available on board, ahead of the upcoming holiday season. Emirates’ Fly with Me Animals
Tijili Hotel Opens in Seminyak
A brand new boutique hotel has opened its doors in Seminyak. Located a mere 5 minutes walk from the famed 66 Beach, Hotel Tijili, from Tauzia Group’s Preference Hotels brand, is adding style and eclecticism to the streets of Seminyak. From its brick façade to its artsy, bohemian-esque interiors, Tijili will certainly welcome guests with
What The Truck!
To connect with the island’s local community and offer innovative ways to relate the food & beverage experience to a younger generation of customers, Marriott International launches an upcoming food truck concept, “What The Truck”, in collaboration with the Indonesian Institute of the Arts Denpasar (ISI Denpasar) for its Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak property.
Hotel Managers Cycle Through Ubud
Strengthening the bonds among the island’s hospitality leaders, the association of Indonesian Hotel General Managers (IHGM) held its first charity programme through a ‘fun bike’ event. With starting point taking place at the newly established Padma Resort Ubud in Puhu village, the general managers cycled through the surrounding villages and made a stop at the
Mertasari Beach Festival Takes Over Sanur
Join the international crowd headed to Sanur for the Mertarsari Beach Festival on the 27th and 28th of March. Now in their second year – with the themes harmony, environmental protection and education – visitors will enjoy a range of family-friendly activities right on the beach. Expect boat races, banana boat rides, surfing and SUP
“Kecak Masterpiece” Debuts at Bali Theatre
Launching the first new, grand performance last month, the Bali Safari & Marine Park presented the “Kecak Masterpiece” – a spectacular one-hour performance by 115 dancers on Indonesia’s largest indoor stage at the park’s Bali Theatre. Bali’s iconic Kecak dance traces its contemporary roots to the village of Bone in Gianyar where, in the 1930s,