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Wayan Gunayasa

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] I Wayan Gunayasa’s photographic skills have taken him from a hobby through to the professional level of photographic art and an inspirational ability to capture the rich culture of Bali with his work. Widely acknowledged these days, Wayan Gunayasa has hosted several exhibitions and his works have been published in prominent magazines. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Nature and culture have become a passion for I Wayan Gunayasa and it with these subjects that his art has succinctly emphasised some of the pause and character aspects that are often missed by the casual observer. For three years this Karangasem-born photographer has been able to capture impressive moments of Balinese dance rituals. He has m...

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Doddy Obenk

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] Every photographer has their own individual perspective in the way they view the world. Doddy Obenk is one of those ingenious photographers with a passion for developing a deeper understanding and presentation of physical objects and the art of Balinese culture. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Born in Bandung on March 25th 1968, Doddy Obenk got fascinated by photography as a junior high school student. After a self taught 20 year journey, Doddy further refined his talent by learning professionally from several big names in commercial photography including luminaries like Sarah Silver (New York), Eric Victor (Australia), Geraldo Pace (Canada) and Urs Rechter. It was in 2006 that Doddy began to showcase h...

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YHI Spa at Melia

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There is no question that the spa business in Bali is prodigious and varied. The pampering and healthy effects of this industry here are recognised throughout the world. YHI Spa at Melia Bali provides an excellent selection of treatments and pampering rituals to invigorate the senses and relax a weary body. YHI Spa is the only spa in Nusa Dua facing directly on to the beach featuring 10 indoor treatment rooms, 2 double spa suites, 2 outside massage bales, 1 massage bale at the beach front and 1 massage bale at the pool side, eco spa, steam bath and an attractively set outdoor hydro-massage with warm and cold water. All the services on offer here are innovative new treatments designed for the purification of the body, the balance of the mind and cultivation of the soul. One of the m...

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Oberoi Spa

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] If you have the chance to visit Bali and stay at The Oberoi Bali, the Oberoi Spa is not to be missed. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Nestled in a luxurious resort in front of the famed Seminyak Beach, the Oberoi Spa is cleverly designed to blend with Bali’s natural beauty so that a peace of mind is delivered while enjoying one of the many treatments offered. The spa has two couple open-air pavilions surrounded by natural ponds of lotus and splashing koi. There is no air-conditioning in the treatment room, however the natural breeze flowed freely enough to keep me fresh and cool during the treatment. One of the signature holistic massages is the Oberoi Massage, a 90-minute treatment that begins with a foot b...

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Kilo Restaurants

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] After the success of their restaurants in Singapore, Kilo recently opened up their first overseas branch, in the heart of Seminyak. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Designed with modern Balinese architecture, wood furniture and big windows overlooking a well-manicured landscape, Kilo serves refined comfort and adventure food for those looking for good taste in a casual space. Serving for lunch and dinner, the dishes in KILO are influenced by several cuisines such as Japanese, Italian and Spanish. One dish I found incredibly tantalizing was the squid ink rice. To be honest, this is not an appetizing looking dish. The black colour resulting from the squid ink can be a bit overwhelming for first timers. However, ...

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L’Assiette Restaurants

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] French for ‘plate’, L’Assiette has devoted themselves to serving high quality French Cuisine with appealing twists. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] The restaurant’s interior resembles an open-air art space where paintings, wood sculptures and antique objects are either hanging on walls or making interesting corner pieces. The dining area is a friendly clutter of objects and colour – welcome to provincial France. There is a gallery adjacent to the restaurant and here the displayed works of art are for sale. L’Assiette’s reputation rests on its fine French cuisine along with one or two interesting Asian dishes. The menu is decidedly French however and projects the same homely approach as the décor of this casual dini...