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GREAT GIFTS AND FASCINATING SOUVENIRS TO TAKE HOME AT GWK’S KENCANA SOUVENIR SHOP

GREAT GIFTS AND FASCINATING SOUVENIRS TO TAKE HOME AT GWK’S KENCANA SOUVENIR SHOP

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The Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, better known as GWK, is dedicated to the presentation of the rich traditional heritage of the Island of Bali and has become a favourite place for art displays, cultural performances, exhibitions and conferences. The park also offers a range of other facilities that cater for the needs of their visitors, including the Kencana Souvenir Shop. Finding gifts to take home for family and friends can often be challenging but look no further, the large range you find in this shop, including many ‘one-of-a kind’ souvenirs, will make things a lot easier for you and makes the Kencana Souvenir shop well worth a visit. From sweet-scented aromatherapy soaps, authentic Balinese handicrafts to GWK’s own exclusive...
JI RESTAURANT UNVEILS ‘TERRACE BY THE SEA’; A PERFECT DINE-WITH-A-VIEW VENUE

JI RESTAURANT UNVEILS ‘TERRACE BY THE SEA’; A PERFECT DINE-WITH-A-VIEW VENUE

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JI Restaurant of Hotel Tugu Bali has recently expanded its highly esteemed facilities by adding Terrace By The Sea; athree-floored dining area with panoramic views from the shores of Canggu Beach and out over the Indian Ocean. Terrace by the Sea’s accomplished team of Japanese & Asian-trained chefs has used their creative flair to fashion dishes that are global, contemporary & playful. The primary focus is on the exploration of exotic flavours from Japan, Indonesia, India and Thailand as well as other regions of Southeast Asia. Terrace by the Sea is a romantic place, but with a young & playful twist permeated by the Bohemian spirit of Canggu. With a long bar facing the sea on the second floor, the bartenders look out over one of the best views on the is...
INTERCONTINENTAL BALI RESORT INTRODUCES THE ‘EXECUTIVE MEETING PACKAGE’

INTERCONTINENTAL BALI RESORT INTRODUCES THE ‘EXECUTIVE MEETING PACKAGE’

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The InterContinental Resort is taking the concept of traditional meetings to luxurious new heights by offering a new Executive Meeting Package. Hidden away from the main resort, the meeting venue is a palatial, ocean-view Imperial Villa, selected to capture a genuine sense of place that will inspire participants and achieve results. Fully equipped with a private swimming pool, convivial relaxation spaces for breaks and cocktail receptions for up to 40 guests, dining areas for lunches and dinners, and a large meeting room, this icon of pure sophistication and extravagance blends contemporary Balinese residential style with Javanese accents. The villa will feature a comprehensive bespoke service including the full sco...
ULU CLIFFHOUSE, A NEW BEACH CLUB CONCEPT, SOON TO BE UNVEILED IN BALI

ULU CLIFFHOUSE, A NEW BEACH CLUB CONCEPT, SOON TO BE UNVEILED IN BALI

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Ulu Cliffhouse, a new beach club concept curated by a community of creative talent, has announced it’s launching in Bali in August 2017. Commanding jaw dropping panoramic views, the 50,000ft² getaway sanctuaries will offer an unparalleled new beach club experience in Uluwatu – 35 metres above sea level. With direct access to the beach, Ulu’s ‘cliff top playground’ will feature a 25-metre infinity pool, an onsite spa, a boutique store and tantalising food and drink options – from its terraced restaurant to a stunning Cliffside bar, perched over the ocean. Created by Shed London, the cutting edge, design-led beach club will enhance its natural environment with modern edges, effortless style and a youthful playfulness. Redefining the tradition...
THE RITZ-CARLTON SET TO BECOME THE FIRST LUXURY HOTEL BRAND TO OFFER LUXURY YACHT EXPERIENCES

THE RITZ-CARLTON SET TO BECOME THE FIRST LUXURY HOTEL BRAND TO OFFER LUXURY YACHT EXPERIENCES

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On Thursday, June 22th, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel announced its entry into luxury yachting and cruises – bringing the award-winning luxury hotel brand’s service and timeless style to the sea. Named The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, the venture represents a unique foray into the cruise industry for a luxury hotel operator. The first of three lavish cruising yachts is scheduled to put to sea in the fourth quarter of 2019, and will distinguish Marriott International as the only provider of luxury accommodation on both land and sea. Through their voyages, guests will enjoy a cruising style unparalleled in the ultra-luxury cruise and private yachting sectors. Each Ritz-Carlton yacht will feature a restaurant by Sven Elverfeld of Aqua, the three Michelin-starred resta...
AIRASIA EARNED TWO PRESTIGIOUS ACCOLADES AT THE SKYTRAX AWARDS

AIRASIA EARNED TWO PRESTIGIOUS ACCOLADES AT THE SKYTRAX AWARDS

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Once again Asia’s largest low-cost carrier recently won accolades in the 2017 Skytrax World Airline Awards held in the Musée de l’Air et de l’Espace at Le Bourget Airport. This marks the 9th time AirAsia has won this prestigious award. AirAsia Group Cabin Crew Head Suhaila Hassan, who has been with the company for 20 years, accepted the award, flanked by AirAsia ambassador David Foster and Brazilian football player Roberto Carlos. Dubbed the “Oscars of the Aviation Industry,” the Skytrax Awards are the global benchmark of airline excellence with over 19.9 million customer surveys completed worldwide representing more than 105 nationalities and measuring standards across 49 key performance indicators of an airli...