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November 2015: Alila Hotels & Resorts have recently established their new unit in Solo. This is an urban retreat that’s both tradition-inspired and technology driven. Alila Solo is poised to claim an iconic position on Solo’s skyline, offering access to the many cultural and natural wonders of Java. Here the Hotel presents a large event space, an unmatched rooftop bar and a lavish lifestyle venue to wine, dine and socialize. Providing 255 rooms and suites, all with great city views, this is the city’s first luxury hotel of International standard that has been designed to include subtle Javanese nuances. Each room showcases an exclusively commissioned batik design. Alila Solo offers a private hanging garden terrace with plunge pool, 14 spectacular city-centre spaces, two ballrooms, a...

Everyone is welcome to Hard Rock Café Bali located in the popular surf district of Kuta. Here great food and live music take the stage while rock gods and entertainment royalty are honoured. This iconic cafe has recently introduced two new additions to its menu - lamb chops with mint yoghurt sauce and smoked duck breast with Asian spices. These two dishes are put together with fresh ingredients that are transformed into a feast fit for a rock star. Chef inspected select cuts of imported meats are grilled to personal choice and served along with locally grown organic vegetables seasoned with the café’s special spice blends. For a night of legendary food, dancing to exciting live entertainment or soaking in historic music memorabilia, Hard Rock Cafe Bali is the place to be.

Art Stage Singapore, Southeast Asiaís flagship art fair opened its sixth edition from 21 to 24 January 2016 (Vernissage on 20 January) at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre. With its newly conceptualized Southeast Asia Forum, the Fair presents a bold new vision for contemporary art in an international context. As a catalyst for contemporary art in Southeast Asia, Art Stage Singapore 2016 continues to be innovative and proactive in creating art markets, matchmaking segmented Southeast Asian art scenes with each other and making connections with wider Asia and the world. This year, Art Stage Singapore introduced the Southeast Asia forum with the aim of emphasising a balance between art, commerce and content with more focus and a deeper view to global issues. Art Stage Singapo...

The Ritz-Carlton, Bali has recently introduced its own signature spa; The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali. It is the resort’s ‘harmonious centre’ where nature, culture, tradition and spirituality bring balance to the external and internal worlds. The spa blends all the finest qualities of indigenous natural ingredients from the Indian Ocean with ancient Balinese methods and modern techniques to offer a distinctive wellness experience that is truly Balinese in nature. Here the spa seamlessly infuses the theme of water and healing resources of the sea throughout every element of the spa experience, creating a complete rejuvenation through spa immersion. Facilities in The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bali includes a Hydro-Vital pool, warm whirlpool, cool plunge pool, steam and sauna rooms, and a luxurious show...