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Plataran Canggu Bali Resort and Spa

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Plataran Canggu Bali Resort and Spa is located along a river surrounded by lush green rice fields. It’s a 15-minute drive from the bustling Seminyak area. This haven of peace and tranquillity is just a few steps away from the main street of Canggu, yet it is just secluded enough from the noisy crowd.

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Plataran Canggu Bali Lifestyle

The hotel has a full-service spa, swimming pools and a restaurant. There is also a 24- hour fitness centre, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop on site. Guests can relax at the hotel’s art gallery or library where they can have a relaxing read.

The 5 villas are decorated in the traditional Balinese style, with traditional Alang –Alang roofs and antique carved roofs. They include private gardens, sitting areas, balconies or patios and minibars. Although the rooms have a traditional design, they are equipped with all the modern features such as Wi-Fi, air conditioning, tea/coffee machine and flat-screen cable TV. Room service is also provided.

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The hotel has two private outdoor swimming pools and a 12.5 square metres pool which overlook the river and the tropical gardens.

The Padma Spa offers on-site pampering, such as massages and beauty treatments. These treatments balance the mind, body and soul, and restore your inner balance. For those that want to venture out, the Spa at Plataran Canggu Bali Resort and Spa is just a 15 min drive to Echo Beach. Here you can experience massages and body treatments like aromatherapy and foot reflexology.

Teras restaurant serves dishes that mix the authentic taste of Balinese cuisine with international flavours. The restaurant has a good selection of wine and cocktails.

 

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The resort has a fully equipped gym, and a personal trainer is available on request. Clear your mind in the indoor yoga studio with a meditation session amid the Balinese garden with views of the river.

Paon Bali is a traditional authentic Balinese kitchen where all the resort’s cooking class activities take place. Here you can learn the art of making traditional Jamu and local recipes.

The hotel provides free shuttle services to Echo Beach and Canggu area upon request. It also offers a 24-hour stay service, which allows guests to check in at any time of the day or night, and stay for 24 hours with no additional costs.

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Catch the sunrise and have a delicious Plataran breakfast on Mount Batur. When you reach the bottom, head to lake Batur and have a relaxing soak in the thermal waters of Kintamani.

The hotel provides river rafting on the Ayung River and Telaga Waja River. The Ayung River is best for those that want to see the local wildlife. For a challenging rafting experience, choose the rapid waters of Telaga.

Experience and witness the Jati Luwih Rice Fields, recognized by UNESCO for being the most beautiful rice terrace in Bali. It also features the temple network of the Batukaru area. The Batukatu Temple is located at 2,270 m above sea level, and is one of Bali’s most important temples.

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The Plataran Canggu is a serene getaway in Bali which allows you to relax and pamper your body, away from the hectic pace of the crowds. But for those that want to venture out, the popular dining and shopping areas are close by, and there are lots of activities which the hotel can provide.

Address: Banjar, Jl. Raya Kedewatan, Kedewatan, Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia.

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Plataran Ubud Hotel & Spa

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Plataran Ubud is located in the vibrantly beautiful valley of Pengosekan, Central Ubud. This oasis of tranquillity is close by to Ubud’s main dining hub of Jalan Hanoman Road. This 2-hectare resort is surrounded by lush verdant rice paddies, rivers ancient temples, arts and crafts communities and a yoga centre.

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Plataran Ubud Lifestyle

Within the resort’s beautifully manicured gardens lie 52 stylish rooms, suites and one private residence. The rooms are equipped with an exceptional range of facilities such as fireplaces and deep soaking tubs, LCD TVs, minibars, and air conditioning.

The hotel also has a variety of recreational facilities, including 2 outdoor infinity-edged swimming pools, fitness centre and spa.

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At Plataran Ubud Hotel and Spa you can experience a relaxing massage and choose from a variety of beauty treatments. All treatments use natural local ingredients that will make you feel fresh and rejuvenated, emotionally and spiritually.

The Balinese pavilion-styled gym is completely equipped for all types of training, surrounded by the lush green views of the gardens. The fitness centre offers daily complimentary activities such as yoga, dancing class, and a morning walk through the rice paddies and to the village temple.

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Reconnect and relax your body and mind with a yoga session or with a traditional Balinese ‘Melukat’ blessing at the amazing nearby temple.

Plataran provides activities for adrenaline lovers too. It offers white water rafting on the rapid waters of Ayung River with an experienced guide.

You can also sign up for a night climb on Mount Batur, where you will catch a spectacular sunrise at the summit. The hotel serves you your breakfast on this panoramic spot. When going back, you can walk along the rim of the active volcano.

Plataran can appoint a local concierge to take you cycling through the rice fields,  and show you the secret routes through the villages. Enjoy a customized light picnic lunch in the picturesque rice paddies.

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The View is one of the resort’s two restaurants that serves both international and traditional Balinese meals. The restaurant overlooks the pool and the rice paddies, a perfect view for an alfresco dinner. Teras Ubud restaurant and bar serve a variety of traditional Indonesian and pan- Asian cuisine. The restaurant is located next to Ubud’s lively Hanoman Street. Enjoy an exotic cocktail made from the fresh fruits of Bali.

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The Plataran Ubud is perfect for those that are looking for a calming and relaxing experience in luxury and comfort, while being surrounded by the natural beauties of Bali.

Address: Jl. Raya Hanoman Pengosekan, Ubud, Gianyar, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia.

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Plataran Menjangan Resort & Spa

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Plataran Menjangan Resort & Spa is located in the north-western part of the Bali Island. It’s a perfect place for nature admirers, being at a close proximity to the protected area of West Bali National Park. The resort is composed of the traditional Joglo villas, which gives a luxurious and private atmosphere to visitors.

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Plataran Menjangan Resort Lifestyle

In terms of accommodation, the resort provides four types of rooms. You can choose the One-Bedroom Forest Villa placed in the heart of nature or Luxury Ocean Villa – which combines the ocean and forest sights. Also, you can opt for an Ocean Mangrove Villa – a luxury room as well as the landscape views from the terrace or for a Two-Bedroom Forest Villa, perfect for a big family or a group of friends.

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All rooms provide LCD TV, minibar, coffee & tea-making facilities, personal digital safe, bathroom amenities, bathrobe and hairdryer.

The resort proposes the Wantilan Deck for a daily meal. It’s a terrace with a view to the heart of the Java Mountains. Ocean lovers will fall in love for sure with Wantilan Open Kitchen, which is placed in front of the ocean. For dinner time, we recommend you the Octagon Ocean Club. The great time is guaranteed.

Do you love spa services? Because the Plataran Menjangan Resort has prepared for tourists a private and relaxing place, called Padma SPA. Here you have the opportunity to feel spoiled in a manorial way. Therapeutic treatments, as well as those with lotus petals, are meant to refresh your body energy.

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As a special recommendation we want to highlight the possibility to charter a wooden boat for daytrips to the best diving and snorcheling spots of the area.

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Just thirty minutes away you will find an amazing attraction named Pura Batu Kursi. This is a sacred temple built on the top of a mountain offering a spectacular view over the surroundings. In order to get in the heart of this attraction you will have to go a long way, but it’s worth every effort. The name “Kursi” comes from a giant stone that has the shape of a chair.

Another attraction, just 6 minutes away from the Pura Batu Kursi temple, is the Pulaki Temple, being one of the biggest Hindu temples located in the west part of Bali.

Of course, you shouldn’t miss to visit the West Bali National Park. It was founded in 1941 to protect the existing local fauna and flora. You can request a park guide in order to explore it. The landscape is magnificent, and you can watch monkeys, birds, and the famous Menjangan deer. In direct neighbourhood of the resort you find the Menjangan resort including a dive center as an alternative to the boat trip described above.

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Plataran Menjangan Resort & SPA is an affordable and good choice for anyone who wants to feel spoiled. Whether you are an exhausted student or an adult who works almost non-stop, this beautiful break from life can only be beneficial to you.

Address: West Bali National Park, Jl. Raya Seririt – Gilimanuk, Gerokgak, Pejarakan, Gerokgak, Buleleng Regency, Bali 81155, Indonesia.

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One Eleven Resort Seminyak

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The main purpose of One Eleven Resort is to create the most private atmosphere for their visitors. It is located in the middle of Seminyak area. The buildings are build in contemporary style. Seminyak is well known as being a renowned area with a lot of lifestyle shops, bars and, of course, hotels. Thanks to its central location, you will find everything in walking distance while you can feel like home.

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One Eleven Resort Seminyak Lifestyle

The One Eleven Resort is offering modern luxury ambience. I consists of nine villas and one penthouse – all of those include an own spa gazebo.

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In terms of accommodation, the resort gives you two options: one-bedroom villas or the penthouse – a three-bedroom apartment located on the rooftop above this magnificent sanctuary. The prices vary depending on how many nights you prefer to stay and with how many persons you want to come.

All villas provide LCD TV, sound system, blu-ray DVD player, free wifi, coffee and tea making facilities, exclusive amenities, and a private spa gazebo.

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If you like Japanese cuisine, you should know that the hotel has the Shiro Sushi Sake bar, where a professional chef will prepare for you the great sushi. The bar is open until 11 pm and you need to make a reservation in advance.

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Don’t forget that you will have a free transfer from the International Airport to the hotel and reverse. Also, the chauffer will serve you with drinks and a cold towel.

Address: Jl. Pangkung Sari No.3, Kerobokan Kelod, Seminyak, Bali, 80361, Indonesia.

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The Amala Seminyak

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Located in the heart of Seminyak, The Amala is an intimate retreat in Bali’s most exciting and exclusive area. This luxury resort is two minutes away from Sunset Star, Seminyak Square, and Legian Beach.

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The Amala Seminyak Lifestyle

The resort has 12 villas, a restaurant, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Other amenities include concierge services, dry cleaning and free airport shuttle.

There are 3 deluxe rooms, six one-bedroom spa villas, five one-bedroom pool villas and a pool villa with 3 bedrooms.

 

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Spa villas have a Jacuzzi, herb-infused steam shower and outdoor bathtub. The Pool Villas come with a plunge pool and kitchenette. The Amala Residence, with three bedrooms and large private pool, is ideal for groups or families (the Amala has a policy of no children under 12).

All the villas come with a private pool. The rooms have a contemporary yet minimalist design, and have free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, TVs with satellite channels, DVD players, and iPod docks. Daily complimentary minibar and coffee and tea making facilities are also available.

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The highlight of the resort is its wide range of wellness activities. Spa treatments include everything from a simple Balinese massage, to holistic treatments such as reiki, acupuncture, and Tibetan bowl music therapy. Aromatherapy, reflexology, facial and body treatments are also available. You can detox by having a sauna or a steam room session.

At the Amala wellness studio you can opt to join yoga classes, created to balance your body and mind. Professional instructors guide you through your meditation sessions. Pilates classes are a great option that help you strengthen your body. You can even join a private water Pilates class.

An on- site boutique is conveniently located under the spa studio, guests never needing to leave the premises to buy souvenirs or merchandise items. For book lovers that just want to chill, the library next to the main pool is ideal.

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The Bamboo restaurant offers intimate, al fresco meals by the main poolside. The cuisine is Indonesian and seasonal, with vegetarian options available.

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The Amala is a perfect wellness retreat that is hidden in Bali’s most exciting neighbourhood. This luxurious hideaway is ideal for couples to escape the outside world, relax and reconnect with each other. Their “no children below 12” policy allows couples to concentrate on themselves and their wellness experience.

Address: Jl. Kunti I, Seminyak, Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia.

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Seraya Hotel and Resort

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Seraya Hotel & Resort is located on a small island just twenty minutes from Labuan Bajo by boat. The hotel’s private sandy beach is just a few minutes away. Seraya Island is a frequented spot for snorkelling and diving due to its clear blue sea, coral and abundance of diverse sea life. The island’s cove is protected from sea waves, providing a clam and clear water for snorkelling. The hotel has a convenient location on the island, having easy access to the important town facilities.

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The Oberoi Lombok Lifestyle

This family run hotel has 20 bungalows available that integrate seamlessly with the natural exotic setting of the island, having natural alang-alang thatched roofs and colourful bougainvillea flowers in the front yard.

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The bungalows have been built at relative distance from each other, so that honeymooners can experience total privacy. Each room features amenities such as air conditioner, Wi-Fi, water heater, mini fridge, four-poster beds, planned activities and a wooden decked veranda that overlooks the translucent sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters of the sea. 24-hour security, daily housekeeping, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage are also included.

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Families or larger group bungalows are connected through a door. The two-bedroom Panorama Villa is perched up a hill, secluded from the rest of the compound, its elevated wooden deck set high at the vantage point giving you an astonishing panoramic view of the island and the sea.

You can take a dip into the beautiful saltwater pool or have a relaxing drink at the bar. Enjoy delicious dishes at their restaurant which serve tropical foods combined with Asian and western specialities.

The friendly staff can help you arrange a relaxing massage session, activities like snorkelling, diving fishing and canoeing.

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Scuba diving and snorkelling in these waters are a must. At low tide you can see the coral. Rental boats are available to bring you to other nearby islands.

The hotel also offers tours to the famous Komodo islands. It includes the Rinca and Padar and 26 smaller islands, home of the impressive Komodo dragon. The tour also takes you to the pink beach, named after its pink shore. Only seven beaches of its kind exist in the world.

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The airy yet luxurious bungalows of Seraya are the perfect getaway in a tropical paradise. Here you will never run out of activities, as the region is abundant in magnificent sights and species.

Address: Jalan Soekarno Hatta, Labuan Bajo, Kecamatan Komodo, Labuan Bajo, Komodo, West Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.

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Amanjiwo Borobudur

Amanjiwo is a luxury resort located in the heart of a tropical environment on Java Island. It is close to numerous unique tourist attractions. Whatever your vacation program is, you should not miss to explore the largest Buddhist temple in the world, the Borobudur Temple. It was built in the 9th century and consists of over 504 Buddhist statues.

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Amanjiwo Lifestyle

The Amanjiwo Resort’s design is inspired by the traditional style of the Buddhist sanctuaries. It provides five types of royal suites, depending on the view and facility preferences.

In terms of accommodation, you can opt for a royal Dalem Jiwo Suite, which wonder tourists with its 15-metre pool and Borobudur views or Borobudur Pool Suite, located in front of the rice paddies.

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If you want the view from your window to turn you to the Menoreh Hills, you should choose the Garden Pool Suite or Garden Suite. Additionally, the rooms have private garden terraces and swimming pools.

All suites offer Wi-Fi, Bose wave audio system, safe, and a personal bar. Moreover you will have a private daybed for lounging and dining, a bathroom with bathtub and extra dressing area. Outdoors you will have a private terrace with a stunning view, also private pool suites are available.

In terms of wellness, the SPA center provides Mandi Lulur treatments which clean the body and an Intense Pijat massage therapy. The second one is operated by a Javanese master of this art.

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The resort offers four restaurant options. For fish lovers, we recommend you the Makan Malam Restaurant. It is placed at the highest point which lets you admire in peace the Borobudur’s landscapes.

Do you love to organize picnics? Because you can opt for this option there. Enjoy your dining time in the picnic style at Amanjiwo’s Rustic Bale. The space is private and arranged in a simple, relaxing way, being located in the serene rice terraces. To benefit from this experience just ask at the resort’s reception.

For a romantic night, we recommend you the Selamatan Dinner. Music, dance and traditional cuisine will make you feel in a different era. Your space will be private and sprinkled with petals.

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Once you have arrived there, do not miss to explore Borobudur temple, Prambanan temple, and the Menoreh hills. Go climbing till the Selogriyo temple, situated on the top of the Sumbing mountain. The road to this destination is full of rice fields and unique views. For more information, do not hesitate to ask at the reception.

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The Amanjiwa resort belongs to the highend Aman group. So you can be sure to experience luxury at its best. Moreover the location of Amanjiwa Borobudur is simply perfect in the middle of everything. All cultural sightseeing highlights of this area are nearby, while the resort offers you an exclusive oasis of relaxation and beauty.

Address: Ds. Majaksingi, Borobudur, Majaksingi, Borobudur, Magelang, Jawa Tengah 56553, Indonesia.

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Viceroy Ubud

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The Viceroy Ubud is a five star luxury resort created for dreamers. Its geographical position in Ubud is one of the most important elements that brought fame to the resort. In the surroundings of the hotel, you can visit the Elephant Cave, which is a spectacular tunnel, with the strange creature and demons carved in stones, the Saraswati Temple Ubud, a stunning temple with a lot of flowers and traditional monuments, the Museum Pura Desa. the main temple from Ubud town. The list can be continued.

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Viceroy Ubud Lifestyle

The Viceroy consists of 25 royal pool villas located in Ubud town. In addition you will find a restaurant, bar spa areas, gym, a fashion boutique, conference rooms, a library and even a helicopter pad – the only hotel in Ubud that provides such a service. You can make a request for a transfer from The International Airport Ngurah Rai to the resort whenever you prefer.

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The Viceroy Bali makes available to its customers a diversity of options for their accommodation. You can choose between pool suite, terrace villas, deluxe terrace villas, two types of regal villas and the most royal Viceroy villa.

Al rooms provide free wifi, full satellite TV, Bower & Wilkins speaker, coffee making facilities, and 24 hour room service.

In terms of dining, you have the CasCades Restaurant, the top island place for dining that serves a French menu, and the Viceroy Bar for evenings parties.

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The Viceroy Bali was awarded with the following titles: World’s Best Honeymoon Boutique Hotel in 2014, Best Resort of the Year 2015-2016 (held by Bali Tourism Awards), Bali’s Leading Villa Resort in 2015, Worldwide Winner Best View Service in 2015-2016, Indonesia Resort of the Year 2015-2016 and is included in top #7 Luxury Hotels 2017 from Asia and top #25 in the world by Trip Advisor. Of course, all those awards speak for themselves – the Viceroy Bali is simply one of the best resorts of the island.

Usually, on each Thursday, the hotel organizes the Balinese Dance Performance; you just need to make a booking at the reception of the hotel. As a customer, you have a lot of activities to do here, like yoga, cooking class with a professional teacher, Balinese massage, cycling (you can go with a tour guide or by yourself), rice paddy trek, sun rise trekking (the adrenalin lovers can hike on the Batur Volcano), Balinese dance lessons and others.

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As one of Bali’s major arts and culture centres, Ubud is very famous. So, the Viceroy Ubud is just the perfect starting point to explore the cultural hot spots around. Even, if you are only looking for relaxation and nature, it will be the right place for your holiday.

Address: Jln. Lanyahan, Br. Nagi, Petulu, Ubud, Bali 80571, Indonesia.

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Villa Borobudur Resort

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Villa Borobudur Resort is an unique luxury resort located on the Java Island around 90 minutes away from Yogyakarta. Indeed, the resort looks like a traditional temple and you will feel royal. The resorts’ principle is to offer visitors “an authentic Javanese experience: A unique combination of culture, spirituality, history, nature, art and hospitality”. It is located in the heart of the Menoreh Mountains overlooking a scenic valley.

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Villa Borobudur Resort Lifestyle

The villas provided by Villa Borobudur are the result of the combination made between the ancient architecture and modern luxury. The buildings were designed in accordance with Javanese traditions.

In terms of accomodation the resort provides five private villas and three suites. All of them are placed in the heart of tropical nature. You can opt for royal Villa Kayangan, Villa Menoreh or romantic Villa Diponegoro. Or, maybe you will love the contemporary Java style of Villa Merbabu and jungle Villa Merapi.

For a royal vacation, you should totally opt for Villa Mahayana, built as a Palace and Borobudur Suite, from where you will have a spectacular view at 360 degrees.

In addition, the resort provides yoga lessons, wellness treatments and a shared pool area.

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The resort recommends you the “Taste Java Restaurant“. You will be fascinated by the delicious Javanese cuisine. It’s not just a simple restaurant, because it has a magnificent view around the resort, due to its high location. You must make a reservation in advance in order to benefit from this experience.

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You can choose from a lot of tours provided by the resort. Actually, you shouldn’t miss any, because that region of Indonesia is famous for cultural highlights.

Once you arrive here, you should not miss the Borobudur Temple. Just 12 minutes away from the resort you will find that 9th century Buddhist temple. It consists of 504 Buddha statues and is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Another imposing temple is Prambanan Temple. It dates back from the 9th century and is a Hindu temple. This one is a UNESCO World Heritage Site as well and is the biggest Hindu temple in Indonesia. However, you must pay a fee for exploring it, but is certainly worth it.

So, do you love hiking activities? Because you have the opportunity to start your day differently. The itinerary starts from Villa Borobudur and continues over the Menorah Mountains. Of course, it’s also possible to request a tour guide. For more information do not hesitate to ask at the reception.

Perhaps the most unusual activity you can do in this area is climbing on the active Merapi Volcano, which has the highest peak at 2.960 meters. In Indonesia, you will probably hear from the locals about this Volcano being a Fire Mountain. It separates the Central Java from Yogyakarta provinces.

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Actually Villa Borobudur and its surroundings is for sure something you should visit once in a lifetime. And you should consider that the Villa Borobudur offers an unforgettable, very exclusive and private stay but you need to be mobil enough to climb all the stairs in this hillside resort. There are no elevators at all and for older people or small children it might be challenging. Nevertheless it’s a beautiful place for everyone else who is looking for an authentic Javanese temple experience with cultural sightseeing possibilities near by.

Address: Dusun Pete, Majaksingi, Majaksingi, Borobudur, Majaksingi, Borobudur, Magelang, Jawa Tengah 56553, Indonesia.

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The Oberoi Bali

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The Oberoi Bali is a five star hotel that provides luxury and highend service. Traditional buildings, wood carvings, the beach and the forests around the resort create a spectacular atmosphere of authenticity. The resort is only 12 km away from the International Airport Ngurah Rai.

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The Oberoi Bali Lifestyle

The resort includes three room and villa types, one spa, the Kurt Kura restaurant, Kayu Bar, Frangipani Café, and the Amphitheatre, an open-air dining location.

The Oberoi Hotel and Resorts provides for its clients three types of luxury rooms: royal villa, luxury villa, and luxury lanai room. To book a room at Oberoi Hotel and Resorts in Bali you need to stay at least three nights. You need to pay in advance a part of your booking value.

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All villas provide modern technology like LCD TV, DVD and CD player, sound docking station, free wifi, air condition, and electronic safe. Moreover you can expect 24 hours service, bath amenities, hair dryer, minibar, and further add-ons.

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The hotel provides a diversified activity list: complementary and private for extra charge. Among those activities included in your price, the hotel has yoga and meditation sessions or astrology reading. A professional will tell you about your personality, physical and emotional mood.

Moreover, you can be part of history sessions – an audio with visual elements that reveals about Rajput dynasty adventures, miniature painting demonstration, or tarkashi treat – the art of inserting thin wires into wood elements.

For those of you who like to have fun, there are puppet shows, block printing, bartender sessions, a treasure hunt game for children and one-hour kite decoration and flying. You can also opt for private activities, such as Rajput romance massage for couples, traditional henna application, private transfer to Naila Fortress to admire the sunset, poolside dinner, cooking lessons and breakfast in the hotel garden.

The hotel recommends you to make the reservation for private activities on time and to check every time the place and hour, because they are changings depending on the season and weather. Of course, you can ask at the reception all the information you want to know.

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As one of Bali’s five-star houses you can expect highest service standards at the Oberoi. The location is very central and the list of activites quite diversified. You can be sure to get an outstanding holiday experience.

Address: Jalan Kayu Aya, Pantai Seminyak, Kuta, Seminyak, Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia.

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Matahari Beach Resort & Spa

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The Matahari Beach Resort & Spa is located in the north-western part of Bali Island in Pemuteran village. It was built on the shore of Java Sea and is one of the best destinations to escape from your daily routine.

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Matahari Beach Resort Lifestyle

There is no resort in Bali without a spa center. The Matahari Beach Resort and Spa created a traditional Parwathi Spa, for body and soul. There are two types of oil you can choose for your massage: purifying oil and relaxation oil. It depends on your mood.
The additional health and body activities include ball games – such as volleyball or tennis, golf, biking. You can also rent a bicycle from the hotel, or do horse riding guided by an instructor, trekking on the Permuteran mountains or indoor fitness that includes gym equipment.

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In terms of accommodation, the resort provides traditional Balinese bungalows. You can choose between a garden view, a deluxe or a super deluxe type room. The prices vary depending on how long you prefer to stay there and the size of the room you will choose.

For visitors who prefer a more private life, the hotel created Villa Cempaka. Just some steps away from the resort, you will find a comfortable and luxurious villa. The design is the same as at bungalows – traditional Balinese style.

All 32 rooms in 16 bungalows provide a telephone, air conditioning, a minibar, coffee and tea making facilities and an in-room safe. Each bungalow is equipped with a marble bathroom and an outdoor dragon shower. Moreover you enter your room through a Balinese hand carved wooden folding door.

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The region is full of history and culture. First, we recommend you to visit the West Bali National Park. It’s a protected forest with conserved local fauna and flora. The park is entertaining visitors with two main activities: jungle tracking and bird watching. Of course, it’s also a great area for watersports like snorcheling and diving.

To enrich your knowledge about Bali’s culture, we recommend you not to miss the Pura Pulaki, Pura Pabean and Pura Melanting Monuments in the Permuteran region. These represent the gratitude for Hindu culture. The legend says that during the 16th century, there were a lot of monkeys who protected the temples as guardians. Today, people are coming to pray for their land and riches.

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The Matahari Beach Resort & Spa is the perfect destination to calm down and enjoy nature. It’s perfect for couples and families. For lonely traveler it gets more difficult because there are no real nighlife options in the North of Bali and it could be a bit too quiet. In case you prefer to read books, watch birds and go snorcheling, it might be still a great destination for you.

Address: West Bali National Park, Jl. Raya Seririt – Gilimanuk, Gerokgak, Pejarakan, Gerokgak, Buleleng Regency, Bali 81155, Indonesia.

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The Samaya Seminyak Villas

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You are looking for a private villa experience in Bali? The Samaya Seminyak Villas are located beach side, each with their own full-size private pool, contemporary interior, self-contained entrance and the assurance of privacy.

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The Samaya Seminyak Villas Lifestyle

In terms of accommodation, there are five types of villas. These are Pool Villa, Royal Courtyard Villa, Royal Pavilion and Royal Courtyard Villa. You can choose between one, two or three-bedroom villa. The One Bedroom Pool Villa, One Bedroom Royal Pavilion Villa are facing the famous Seminyak Beach. The One Bedroom Royal Courtyard Villa is in a peaceful village courtyard setting, just a few minutes by golf buggy away from the main resort. The pro of that villa is that it’s bigger and within a tropical garden including a swimming pool.

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Moreover, there are different packages to reconcile your dream holiday. You can choose between Honeymoon Escape in Paradise, Ultimate Relaxation SPA Indulgence or the Samaya Experience. Each of those has its own price depending on how many nights you prefer to stay and what is included.

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What about dining? It’s magical. You have a hard choice between Royal Canopy Dinner and Island Dinner. Both are organized on the beach and offer the meals based on seafood. The most romantic dinner is guaranteed. Of course, you can take dinner in your room as well, at the Royal Courtyard or at The Samaya – a terrace on the shore of the sea. The atmosphere is unmistakable.

The Samaya Seminyak Villas take even the responsibility to organize one of the best weddings for its clients. You can opt for a full legal wedding, wedding set-up decoration or just for the ceremony decoration.

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Overall, the experience at Samaya Seminyak Villas is a very private one, although you are in the middle of everything. It’s very central and even the Kudeta Beachclub is in walking distance. If you stay there, you should definetely have a look to that famous beach location.

Address: Jl. Laksmana, Seminyak Beach, Kuta, Seminyak, Badung, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia.

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Mandapa Ritz Carlton Resort Ubud

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Secluded in the gentle hills along the Ayung River, Mandapa Ritz Carlton Resort sits on 24 acres of riverside rice paddies and luxurious rain forest. The families that used to own the land that the resort was built on still retain access to the land and temple as part of an understanding. The resort maintains tree acres of rice paddies and a traditional barn on stilts as a result of this agreement. Villagers that come and work in the rice paddies and bring daily offerings to the temple, give the hotel the feeling that it’s part of a close-knit community.

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Mandapa Ritz Carlton Resort Ubud Lifestyle

This Bali Luxury hotel offers 60 villas and suites, 35 of them being located on the hillside, with views to the rice paddies and forest, and 25 of them are situated along Bali’s longest river. The high ceiling villas showcase an architectural design that retains influences from indigenous Bali, with vibrant tapestries and panels depicting scenes from traditional Balinese life. The suites are furnished with local pieces and artwork, a king-sized bed, a private pool and an outdoor garden shower. The suites on the hillside have stand-alone soaking tubs with views to the exquisite surrounding greenery.  Local materials and design elements have been used in the creation of this resort. It starts from the thatched roofs and tiles to the poolside umbrellas.

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All suites and villas provide a minimum of 100 square meter of living space, wifi, a speaker dock with Bluetooth and IPTV with remote control cable/satellite, hightech plugin, air condition, mini bar, coffee-/tea making facilities, and a private terrace.

Moreover the Mandapa resort has a 24-hour fitness center and a luxurious open-air spa. Healing massages and tailored spa treatments will deliver a calming experience for the body and mind.

A complementary 24-hour butler service is available in all rooms. Your butler can help you arrange hikes, night safaris in an elephant sanctuary or less exciting things like laundry requests, airport transfers and bicycle rentals.

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One of its three existing restaurants, Kubu, is a romantic Mediterranean dream come-true for couples and honeymooners, with its bamboo cocoons and idyllic view of the river. If you’ve grown tired of Mediterranean cuisine and wish to indulge in some local specialties, then make your way to the Sawah Terrace. There you will be served prawn salad and steamed duck in a grown-up tree house.

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Mandapa also has a bar and lounge, poolside bar, a kid’s club and a souvenir shop.

Moreover the Mandapa resort is close to the sacred Tirta Empul Temple, a 10th century Hindu Balinese water temple. Also Goa Gajah, or the Elephant cave, a 9th century-old sanctuary, are not far away. Aside from a large number of temples, there are also museums that are worth visiting. For example, there is the Puri Lukisan Museum, Neka Art Museum, and the Agung Rai Museum of Art.

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Mandapa Ritz Carlton Resort is a perfect romantic and a relaxing family retreat surrounded by the natural beauties of Bali. You will enjoy relaxed holidays here.

Address: Jalan Kedewatan, Banjar Kedewatan, Ubud, Kedewatan, Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia.

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Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa

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The upscale Anantara Seminyak resort is located on the Seminyak Beach. The prime view of the serene scenery of the sea is amazing. Furthermore it is also conveniently situated near Seminyak’s bustling high-end shops and restaurants. You can enjoy the breathtaking view of a Balinese sunset and then head of to the nearby sleek bars and clubs to dance all night and chit-chat with the locals or other traveling foreigners. Under the swaying coconut palm trees of the beach, you can enjoy an ideal romantic setting.

Settled in the center of Seminyak’s entertainment district, the resort is situated at a 20-minute drive to Kuta Shopping center. Ngurah Rai International Airport is a 30 minutes drive away.

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Anantara Seminyak Resort Lifestyle

The property is home to 59 suites and one penthouse, which offer a style that displays the Balinese décor elements with a modern twist. The rays of the island sun that come through the floor-to ceiling windows create a soothing ambiance combined with the gentle tones of the cream-colored furniture and dark wood latticework. The wall hangings depicting Balinese motifs mix in perfectly with the rest of the room’s design. This creates a perfect blend between traditional and contemporary.

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Each room has a terrazzo Jacuzzi tub and a private balcony supplied with inviting lounges. Serve an aromatic ylang-ylang tea while soaking in the tub and enjoying the exquisite scenery. Moreover all rooms provide international satellite plasma TV, Bose DVD player, individually controlled air condition, espresso coffee machine, bath amenities, and in-room safe.

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The two available restaurants on the resort have wide menu selection. This ranges from international dishes to Thai cuisine.

The spa pampers you with rooftop massages and invigorating body scrubs which are infused with native Balinese ingredients like coffee, spices and ylang-ylang.

Moreover the infinity edge pool is a perfect alternative for those that want to have a swim. It’s so easy to enjoy the views of the Indian Ocean without leaving the comfort of the resort.

Other recreational activities include fun kite flying and yoga classes to keep your mind and body in tip-top shape.

Anantara also provides car rental services in case you wish to visit neighboring attractions.

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The waves and breeze of the ocean create a perfect climate for surfing, and while you’re there, have a go at windsurfing. The city center is a must for avid shoppers and nightlife enthusiasts, located just 2 kilometers away from the resort. Whatever your purpose of visiting this small piece of Heaven may be, Anantara Seminyak provides an excellent accommodation experience.

Address: Jl. Abimanyu, Seminyak, Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia.

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Amankila Bali

The Amankila Bali Resort is located in the Karangasem Regency in East Bali. Like all Resorts of the highend Aman group, the resort provides royal service and an extraordinary architecture of its buildings. The hotel provides free transfer from the International Airport Ngurah Rai to their place, what is an one-hour drive away.

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Amankila Bali Lifestyle

The Amankila offers 34 free-standing suites including six different styles. You can choose between Amankila Suite, Indrakila Suite, Kilasari Suite, Pool Suite, Ocean Suite, and Garden Suite. Whatever type you choose, you will get overwhelmed by the landscape seen from the private outdoor terrace in front of your Balinese house. Indeed, it’s too spectacular not to get in love here.

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All suites offer Wi-Fi, sound system, safe and TV on request, personal bar, coconut-shell table and rattan chairs. Moreover you will have a private lounge pavilion and a bathroom with bathtub and extra dressing area. Outdoors you will have a private terrace with a stunning view, also private pool suites are available.

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What about dining? The meals are based on fresh seafood and fish delivered every day from the Bali Sea. Cocktails, good mood, and a beautiful sunset in front of you will make you feel like you are dreaming. For couples, there is an opportunity to take dinner directly on the beach. You will have even a personal master chef and a waiter. In order to create amazing memories, you will have lanterns, flowers around you and a stunning sunset.

Moreover the resorts spa pampers you with exclusive treatments like Cinta Therapy for individuals or couples. Moreover, there are also yoga lessons at the beachside pavilion.

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There are a lot of interesting attractions in the surroundings. First of all, you should visit Pura Besakih – the largest temple of the Hindu religion in Bali. It was built in 1284 to serve as a sanctuary to the locals.

Second, there is Tirta Gangga, a huge royal palace built on water area. The palace was projected in 1946 and consists of pools, fountains and expressive gardens.

Of course, you can also do day trips to the city of Ubud or plan a mountain trip to one of the volcanos Mount Batur and Mount Agung.

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The Amankila as part of the Aman group is one of the world’s most exclusive holiday destinations. You can expect highest standards, pure relaxation, privacy, stunning views, and the beauty of nature in perfection. What an unique place to forget the world around you.

Address: Jl. Raya Manggis, Manggis, Karangasem, Kabupaten Karangasem, Bali 80871, Indonesia.

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Amanusa Bali

The Amanusa Bali resort is sitting on the hills overlooking the panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and Nusa Dua’s tropical scenery. Only twenty minutes away from the airport, the resort is located in the South of Bali well-known for its sandy white beaches and high-end resorts and hotels.

The resort name was inspired by its location, “amanusa” being a word that means “peaceful isle” True to its name, the resort embodies the serenity of its surrounding environment.

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Amanusa Bali Lifestyle

Amanusa has 35 free-standing private villas. Each villa has its own private pool which is encircled by a beautifully arranged terrace and comfortable lounges just waiting for you to sit down and relax. There is an open-air dining area, too.

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The rooms are embellished with traditional Balinese motifs elegantly combined with modern textures and designs in order to create the perfect relaxing environment. The exterior was also designed to merge with the local surroundings and to interfere as less as possible with the aesthetics of Bali’s tropical views. The roofs of the villas are thatched in the style of the local houses, which echo centuries of local tradition.

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All rooms have a table for private dining, magnificent ocean or garden views, a spacious garden or courtyard, an outdoor shower with lily pond, and a bathroom with sunken indoor bath. Private swimming pools are available.

The bedrooms are oases of calm and tranquility, with a lavish four-poster king bed and en suite bathroom. And if you don’t feel like taking a bath, you still have your own outdoor shower. Large windows bath the room in sunlight and display an abundance of verdant flora. Even though you have your own pool, you can take a dip in the resort’s shared pool if you’re ever in the mood for socializing with other people checked-in at the resort.

The resort also includes a spa ready to unwind and let out all that negative energy you’ve been building up. Moreover there are two classy restaurants and a boutique shop which is perfect for guests that don’t want to tear themselves away from the resort’s relaxing setting. The resort has also a beach club and tennis courts. Both are included in the price of your stay.

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Amanusa is a serene retreat that offers a relaxing tropical getaway, but it’s also located close to Sanur, Legian and Seminyak, Bali’s most trendy shopping and nightlife areas.

The perfectly groomed greens of the near 18-hole golf course are ready to provide you a relaxing experience. In respect of watersports you can go snorkeling.

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The Amanusa Bali is part of the Aman group and for sure, one of the world’s most exclusive holiday destinations. You will experience highest standards, pure relaxation, privacy, stunning views, and the beauty of nature in perfection. It’s really an unique place to forget the world around you.

Address: Jl. Nusa Dua, Benoa, Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali, Indonesia.

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Amandari Ubud

Amidst the working rice paddies and lush green ravines of Ubud, lays nested the perfect Amandari Ubud retreat. Ubud used to be a mecca for those that sought and distributed medicinal herbs and plants, so it is no surprise that its name is derived from the Balinese word “ubad”, meaning medicine. The hotel offers complementary drives to and from the International Airport in Denpasar. It is a one-hour drive from the resort.

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Amandari Ubud Lifestyle

Overlooking the Ayung River, this resort is surrounded by abundant exotic vegetation, each of the 30 luxurious suites combining parts of the village’s traditional local charm with exquisite conditions and unparalleled comfort and services. The river-stone walkways and high paras stone walls were inspired by local aesthetics.

The hotel has 30 single room suites and duplex villas which have a sophisticated take on the local style, with thatched roofs, tiled floors and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that give a sense of freedom. Beds are hand carved and decorated with painted designs and bathrooms have outdoor sunken marble baths. The Asmara and Ayung Suites come with upstairs bedrooms and a downstairs living room. The Amandari Suite offers single or double bedrooms, with a separate living room, a personal swimming pool, outdoor bale made of teak and bamboo and separate bathrooms with Javanese marble floors.

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For those who are truly dedicated to the lavish lifestyle, there is the Amandari Villa, having five pavilions engulfed by the rice terraces and verdant gardens, with a two-tiered swimming pool and two staff members from Amandari waiting to fulfill every need of yours. And to top all that, you are provided with an on-call vehicle that will transport you to and from the resort, any drive being no longer than one minute.

Al rooms provide sound system, safe, wifi, air conditioning, and personal bar. The suites have separate dressing areas, while you find outdoors a sinken marble bathtub.

A 32-metre infinity pool lined with green tiles gives the water an emerald color which matches perfectly the views of the surrounding lush forest.

In addition the Amandari Ubud has an open-air restaurant, terrace-styled bar, a stocked library and internet access. The health and fitness center is equipped with a well provisioned cardio-gym and a Spa with an impressive selection of beauty treatments, outdoor massage bales, sauna and steam rooms, both with views of the surrounding luxurious gardens and lotus pond.

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Ubud is regarded as an arts and culture center, it draws large crowds of artisans and admirers alike. There are restaurant owners that arrange for cultural dances and theatrical performances to take place at night to immerse newcomers in local Balinese arts.

One of the most popular tourist attractions is the Ubud Monkey Forest which houses the hindu temple Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal and approximately 340 macaque monkeys.

We recommend Ubud’s galleries and museums for those in cultural pursuit and the Pasar Seni market and local shops for avid shoppers.

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This tropical retreat boasts an abundance of unique wildlife and nature, perfect for those that want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Amandari is in perfect harmony with its surroundings. It creates a calming environment in which it gets easy to reconnect with nature. The Amandari resort is a great retreat for couples and families that want to relax and treat themselves to a wonderful spa session surrounded by calming views of nature.

Address: Banjar, Jl. Raya Kedewatan, Kedewatan, Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia.

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Como Shambhala Estate Ubud

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Como Shambhala Estate is a wellness resort combined with different facilities to create a unique experience. The location is in the heart of a jungle. The sound of the Bali river tubing and the song of different species of birds will make you feel heavenly. In the neighborhoods of the hotel you have the chance to visit The Elephant Cave “Goa Gajah”. Used in ancient times as a refuge, today this heritage is a well-known tunnel that attracts a lot of tourists every year.

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Como Shambhala Estate Ubud Lifestyle

In the hotel area, you’ll find three treatment pavilions, outdoor hydrotherapy with a pool, sauna, yoga pavilion, pilates studio, consultation room, swimming pool, tennis court, gym with cardio equipment, outdoor jungle gym, and even a climbing wall.

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Como Shambhala Estate Ubud provides a diverse range of accommodation facilities, like garden rooms, terrace suites, Como suites or villas. You can choose your dream room according to the number of persons, the view, the room size or just depending on your budget.

All rooms include air conditioning, telephone, wifi, satellite TV, CD and DVD player, and electronic safe. In addition there is a private bar, yoga mat, hairdryer, bathroom amenities, and complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities.

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For dinner, you can choose between Kudus house restaurant, that serves Indonesian cuisine, Glow restaurant, that serves local cuisine or private dining for gourmet lovers. Take note that you need a reservation for your private evening. Or, you can just stay in your luxury room and send a request for 24 h room dining.

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The hotel also provides transportation services from the International Airport Ngurah Rai, but you need to make a request before your arrival with all the necessary details to the hotel staff.

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In case you want to explore the jungle around the resort you can get a private guide who will show you the surrounding. Also mountain activities like biking, hiking or climbing are possible on request. You will experience the full package of happiness at Como Shambhala Estate Ubud.

Address: Banjar Begawan, Desa Melinggin Kelod, Payangan, Melinggih Kelod, Gianyar, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia.

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The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah

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One of the best places to stay overnight in the south part of Bali is The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah Resort. It is located 40 km far away from the International Airport Ngurah Rai in the area of Ubud. It’s a hidden location surrounded by rice fields as far as you can see.

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The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah Lifestyle

The 5-star resort includes a restaurant, pool bar, spa and wellness center, pool area, and even has its own wedding service to organize your unforgettable day.   Thеrе аrе twenty villas and suites available as followed: one bedroom suite, one bedroom pool villa, family villa, and the Hadiprana villa. Moreover you can even rent the whole resort for your private events.

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All rooms provide complimentary broadband internet, flat screen TV, and daily newspaper. Culinary aspects of the club are the coffee making facilities, minibar, daily a la carte breakfast, seasonal fresh fruits delivered to your villa or suite, afternoon tea from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and sunset cocktails from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Also included is a daily laundry service up to six pieces per person, shuttle service to/from Ubud Centre with a private car, yoga classes, and access to the spa and health club.

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The surroundings are extraordinary, starting with Elephant Cave, used as a shelter in the 9th century. Outside the cave, you can admire the sculptures in stones in various forms of demons and strange creatures.

There is also Ubud Monkey Forest, which represents a local symbol and a correct way to conserve the heritage of village area.

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Another good tourist spot is Agung Rai Museum of Art, that consists of a rich collection of paintings, bronze sculptures and a spectacular architecture.

Are you a shopaholic? Well, Ubud is a great place to abound in street shops and antique boutiques. Or, if you’re in love with art, the city offers you some amazing galleries.

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The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah experience is a very exclusive and private one and based on an authentic Balinese lifestyle. Of course, the rice fields all around let you never forget that you are in Bali. It’s a great travel destination for couples, friends, and families who are less looking for beach holidays rather than cultural sightseeing and wellness.

Address: Tengkulak Kaja, Jl. Raya Goa Gajah, Kemenuh, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia.

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Fairmont Jakarta

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Fairmont Jakarta is a luxury hotel located in the heart of the Indonesian capital. Fairmont Jakarta is the first international luxury hotel based in Senayan district known as being dedicated to businesses. It’s very central and next to a premium shopping mall where you will find all brands and services you might imagine.

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Fairmont Jakarta Lifestyle

The Fairmont Jakarta offers 488 suites, different restaurants and bars, a spa and fitness center, pool area.

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Everything is designed in accordance with 5-star standards and inspired by the Javanese style. Plush beddings, large spa-bathrooms, room technology and other luxurious and basic amenities create a unique atmosphere and experience.

In terms of relaxation, the hotel provides a SPA and a fitness center plus swimming pool area on a roof terrace. The SPA center is open between 8 AM and 11 PM. The second one is working non-stop. The resort is recognized as one of the greatest in Indonesia, due to its performant spa techniques.

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Once you arrive here, you should take your time exploring the surroundings.

Sightseeing

Just 26 minutes away from the hotel, you will find the miniature park Taman Mini Indonesia Indah. It was officially opened in 1975 and represents a virtual Indonesian culture promoter. Here you will have the opportunity to admire the collections of “rumah adat”- traditional houses designed in a vernacular architecture.

Also, do not miss to visit the National Museum of Indonesia, which is placed in Jakarta. It’s also known as the Elephant Building because of an elephant statue that is placed in the courtyard of the museum. The museum consists of a collection of over 141.000 artifacts.

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Perhaps the best view over the city Jakarta you will find at K22 Bar, which is located at the 22nd floor of the Fairmont Jakarta. It’s a modern and chic bar that gives you a 360-degree sight. However, the best delicious Japanese cuisine you will probably taste at Senshu Restaurant. You even need to comply to the bar dress code, which is smart casual

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For all day long dining you can opt for the Spectrum Restaurant. This one focus on international cuisine and offers one of the best breakfast buffets of the city. In terms of take away deli and fast preparing meals you can try the Sapori Deli Restaurant.

In case you want just to relax with a cocktail and socialize with friends or business partners we recommend you the Barong Bar and for tea lovers- the Peacock Lounge.

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Fairmont Jakarta is an amazing choice for anyone who wants to explore the city, have one of the best and well-deserved city holidays in Jakarta despite of the fact that there is not too much to see in Jakarta. Of course, it’s also the perfect address for business travellers expecting a cosmopolitan environment.

Address: Jalan Asia Afrika No.8, Gelora, Tanah Abang, RT.1/RW.3, Gelora, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10270, Indonesia.

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Banyan Tree Bintan

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The Banjan Tree Bintan is situated between blue waters of the South China Sea and the tropical forests of the island. This strategic location delivers amazing views of the sea stretching as far as the horizon can go, with the coastline basking in the tropical sun. The island is teeming with the giant trees and wildlife of the rainforest and secluded beaches with translucent waters.

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Banyan Tree Bintan Lifestyle

Banjan Tree Bintan has 64 luxurious villas beautifully decorated in traditional Indonesian style, each raised with stilts and perched on the hillside. Each one offers a flat- screen TV, DVD player, hair dryer, bathrobes, sunken bath, and complimentary coffee and tea making facilities and refrigerators.

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Of course, you can view the sun setting in the South China sea from the privacy of your own terrace. Moreover each villa has a private swimming pool if you don’t feel like venturing off in the sea. There is a total of 52 pool villas, and six exclusive one-bedroom villas, perfect for honeymooners, and also six two-bedroom Banjan pool villas which are ideal for families or large groups.

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Spend a day at the spa and get a signature massage in a private cabana followed by a gourmet dinner. The spa’s yoga pavilion offers classes in a serene natural setting.

The main Saffron restaurant offers Thai and Indonesian favourites with Asian inspired cocktails. The Cove is the best choice for modern European dishes. Treetops restaurant focus on traditional Indonesian cuisine and is located on an elevated terrace overlooking the tropical forest.

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Trek through Bintan island’s dense tropical rainforest, and be rewarded with a magnificent 360 panoramic view of Bintan when you reach the Gunung Bintan Baesar. The summit of this peak can be reached through forest trails and the climb usually takes around three hours.

Also Scuba diving and snorkelling are a must here. Indeed, Bintan is one of the locations where large sea turtles swimming around. The variety of sea life here is very attractive and colourful.

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Banjan Tree Bintan is a beautiful all-villa establishment. It lets you hide away amid the verdant tropical forests of the island, an oasis of luxury and privacy in a natural setting.

Address: Jalan Teluk Berembang, Laguna Bintan Resort, Lagoi, Sebong Lagoi, Tlk. Sebong, Kabupaten Bintan, Kepulauan Riau 29155, Indonesia.

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Bangsring Breeze Resort

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Bangsring Breeze Resort is located in the northeast part of the Java island. Its main purpose is to spread the love for the “rural life, country side and empty beaches”. The surroundings are purely inspirational. Being located in the heart of nature, the resort is being a green paradise.

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Bangsring Breeze Resort Lifestyle

In the restaurant you will find traditional products prepared by a master chef in a simple and tasty way. For romantics, there is an option to have a candlelight dinner. All you need to do is just enjoy the moment, because the rest of the details are handled by the staff.

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In terms of accomodation, the hotel provides three types of rooms. The first one is the garden bungalows. It’s characterized by colorful and private gardens as well as by natural breezes. The interesting appearance is that sitting in one of the amazing gardens of the Bangsring Breeze Resort, you will have the chance to admire endless views over the Bali island.

The villa suite is even more stylish than the first option. This type of room is furnished with Javanese antiques and traditional furniture. If you love to have a swimming pool always available for you, then the best option is the garden suite. Being a luxurious resort, all the rooms have elements from antiquity and rustic furniture.

All rooms offer a mini bar, coffee making facilities, bath amenities, insect protection, air condition, in-room safety box, TV, and even a torch.

Moreover there is a share pool and lounge area.

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Do you love surfing, boating, kitesurfing, windsurfing, mountain biking, hiking and diving activities? Because you can try all of them in your vacation. The hotel’s staff will take you to be greatest places where you can surf, bike or hike. The existing paths for mountain biking are a real challenge for lovers. However, it’s a great way to get away from the crowded beaches and tourists’ attractions.

The main point for water sport activities is located just 12 minutes (using a car) far away from the hotel, and is perhaps the best place for snorkelling in this area.

For extra activities ask at the hotel’s reception, because the resort has its private services for sports lovers.

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The Bangsring Breeze resort is only 20 minutes away from the ferry to Bali. In case you want to do a roadtrip to Mount Bromo or crossing the island of Java to go by car to Bali, this resort is a quiet and scenic place to experience the rural lifestyle of Java. You will enjoy every moment in that green and peaceful paradise. So, it’s definetely a place to enjoy nature.

Address: Jalan Raya Situbondo Km. 17, Gg. Bangsring, Bangsring, Wongsorejo, Bangsring, Wongsorejo, Kabupaten Banyuwangi, Jawa Timur 68453, Indonesia.

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Java Roadtrip

From Jakarta to Bali by Car

1500 kilometres, 10 different cities: It’s an unforgettable adventure to do a Java Roadtrip and go by car from Jakarta to Bali. There is no better way to understand the authentic side and mentality of Indonesia.

Java Roadtrip: Jakarta to Bali by Car in 10 Days

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On one side you will need a good preparation, strong nerves and patience but on the other side you will see spectacular landscapes, the daily live of Indonesian people, the diversity of this country and great hotels on Java. It’s less romantic than doing a Bali roadtrip but for everyone who wants to see the real Indonesia, we recommend the Java roadtrip. We did this trip between 25th December 2017 and 2nd January 2018 and recommend the following route.

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Travel Preparation for the Java Roadtrip:

It’s the best to request the rental car in advance via email at Avis or another international rental car company. No need, to book and pay the car in advance. You can do this in Jakarta when they deliver your car directly to your hotel. Please ask also for the “kartu jalan tol”. It enables you to use the automatic payment lane and saves you time. You can charge it at all rest stations. For our route you need around 350.000 IDR on your card.

Moreover a small car is a big advantage on Indonesian streets considering the narrow streets and bad traffic conditions. We booked an Toyota Avanza and it was the perfect size for two people plus four big peaces of luggage and additional hand luggage. A must have for the navigation is the google maps app on your phone. A local sim card and also an usb cable for charging or as an alternative a powerbank might be a good thing.

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Day 1: Jakarta

Our adventure starts in Jakarta. It will take us one week to reach our final target Bali. Different airlines serve the route to Jakarta and it’s not challenging to find a flight connection. Arrived in Jakarta, we go via the Blacklane driving service to the Fairmont Jakarta (see also alternatives).

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It’s surprising in respect of the size of the city but there are only very few sightseeing hotspots in Jakarta which can be easily visited in one to two days. For example the minimalistic National Museum placed at Mardeka Square (“mardeka” means independence), the government building “Gedung Gede”, the Indonesian National Museum and when you have more time, you should visit the “Thousand Islands” outside the city.

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Day 2: Jakarta – Bandung

150km 2h 30min

You should calculate one hour by car to leave Jakarta because the traffic is really bad. Luckily, there is a highway to Bandung and in around three hours you will arrive in Indonesia’s third largest city Bandung. Moreover it’s the capital city of Barat Java/ West Java and it’s also called the “Paris of Indonesia” because there are still beautiful old houses from the Dutch occupation period left in the city centre. You shouldn’t expect too much culture and beauty but it’s definetely a must do including the administration building “Gedung Sate”. The best hotel in Bandung is the traditional five-star Padma Hotel. As an alternative you can consider the business targeted Hilton Hotel, too.

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On the way to Bandung you see rice field after rice field and we did a side trip to Purwakarta to see the water reservoir “Jatiluhur Dam”. It’s a good place for a nice view of Mount “Burangrang”. Honestly we thought it would be more spectacular and we wouldn’t give a real recommendation for this time intense side trip. Our picture gives you an idea of what to see.

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Jatiluhur Dam ©Rebecca Schmitt

 

Day 3: Bandung – Pekalongan

300km 5h 20min

On the way from Bandung to Pekalongan you shouldn’t miss the only drive-in vulcano, Indonesia’s Tangkuban Perahu next to Cikahuripan and Lembang in the Regency of West Bandung. It’s 90 minutes away from Bandung and highly recommended during week-days. On weekends and holidays the place is very crowded and you will experience traffic jam on top of the mountain and even before. Don’t be surprised to pay ten times more for your entrance fee in comparison with domestic visitors. In 2017 the fee is 300.000 IDR per person and 35.000 IDR for your car but the stunning view is simply great.

Tangkuban Perahu ©Rebecca Schmitt

On the way down you will also pass some typical tea platations. Passing Cirebon, you can stop at Gua Sunyaragi to see a mysterious building in the shape of a cave. In earlier times the building was part of a recreation temple of the sultan of Cirebon. In case you have enough time, you should have a look.

Tea Plantations ©Rebecca Schmitt

We stayed one night in the Santika Hotel in Cirebon but we cannot recommend it because it’s a thirty years old building missing modern standards. Moreover you will here the sleepless chanting of the muezzin in the night and in the morning. Earplugs needed! We would recommend you to go to the city of Pakalongan to stay there for the night, even when the highway only goes until Brebes. In 2018 the highway to Pekalongan might be extended. The Santika Hotel in Pekalongan belongs to the same Indonesian hotel chain like the Santika in Cirebon but it’s newer and more modern.

 

Day 4: Pekalongan – Borobudur

150km 4h 20min

On our fourth day of the Java Roadtrip we did a four hour and twenty minutes drive to go to Borobudur. Based on the fact that there are no highways at all you can expect an exhausting day and you really need to be careful on the streets. The challenge of driving in Indonesia is mainly based on the different speed levels on the street in respect of motor bikes, trucks, cars, rikschaws, buses, bikes, horses, and people walking in between.

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In Borobudur we want to highlight the unique hillside resort “Villa Borobudur” with the environment of a traditional Indonesian palace overlooking the valley of Borobudur.

Villa Borobudur Resort ©Rebecca Schmitt

As an alternative you should consider the Amanjiwo, the Plateran or the Plateran Heritage Resort. The best time to visit the Borobudur temple is in the very early morning to watch the sunrise or in the late afternoon to see the sunset. During the day it’s a super crowded place and moreover you will ask for shadow.

Borobudur Temple ©Rebecca Schmitt

 

Day 5: Borobudur – Yogyakarta

42km 1h 30min

The Villa Borobudur Resort is really like in a fairy tale. So we decided to stay another night at this gorgeous place. In the morning we visited the beautiful Borobudur temple. It’s very impressive and offers some phantastical views. No way to skip this – it’s a must see.

City Centre Yogyakarta ©Rebecca Schmitt

In the afternoon we drove to Yogyakarta because we expected to see something like the cultural heart of Java. It’s true: The city is very young and has an old city centre linked to the period of occupation by the Dutch but everything else in this city looks pretty much the same like other Indonesian cities. As you notice, we were not really convinced and we hesitate to recommend the city walk to you because there is simply too much traffic jam in comparison with the few cultural highlights.

Street scene Yogyakarta ©Rebecca Schmitt

 

Day 6: Borobudur – Solo

110km 2h 30min

On a Friday we go from Borobudur to Klaten to see the famous Hinduistic Prambanan Temple. For the distance you should calculate around one hour and thirty minutes. It’s a similar experience to Borobudur: Very crowded and for foreigners the ticket price is 337.500 IDR. Included is a bottle of water as a welcome drink and a nice and air-conditioned lobby plus toilets in Western standard. I mention this because it’s not something you experience everywhere. The temple itelf is really impressive and beautiful and definitely a must see in Java. You will enjoy it.

Prambanan Temple Klaten ©Rebecca Schmitt

Afterwards we continue our trip to Surakarta that is also known as Solo. It’s only one hour by car to the Alila Solo that overtops all other buildings of the city. You can trust us, there is no alternative in respect of lifestyle, exclusivity and wow factor in Solo. Moreover they have delicious Pretzels in the Alila Solo – just happy 🙂

Pretzel found in the Alila Solo ©Rebecca Schmitt

 

Day 7: Solo – Madiun

100km 2h 50min

100 km for day 7 of the Java roadtrip is not too much. In respect of the fact that there are no super high-end hotel options in Madiun, you should enjoy the morning in the Alila Solo. Relax next to the pool and start your drive in the afternoon.

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You can take the route via Gunung Lawu to see the foggy highlands where strawberries and other berries grow. Within three hours you are in Madiun. We stayed in the Aston Hotel. It’s the best hotel in that region but nothing special. You can try to drive further to Surabaya but for us it seem too exhausting for one day.

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Day 8: Madiun – Surabaya

160km 3h 30min

It’s already day 8 of our Java roadtrip and the hotel in Madiun is a good reason to wake up early to drive to Surabaya. It’s the last day of 2017, a Sunday morning, and the streets are less crowded. Moreover the highway for the last hour of driving to Surabaya is empty enough to speed up to 120km/h – just happy once again. On the way there are no sightseeing highlights and we decide to spend the afternoon in the pool area of the Shangri-la hotel Surabaya.

Scenic view Central Java ©Rebecca Schmitt

 

Day 9: Surabaya – Banyuwangi

300km 8h

Happy New Year or “Selamat tahun baru”! One thing you should consider in Indonesia: People get early tired and go early to bed, too. New Year is a real challenge for Indonesians and you cannot expect everyone staying awake until midnight. Even ourselves. We feel very Indonesian 🙂

Selling onions next to the street ©Rebecca Schmitt

At ten in the morning we start our drive to Banyuwangi. Google Maps promised six hours and a half but this estimation is based on terrifique traffic conditions. Actually we needed two hours longer. Only the first hour is on a highway. Later you go on small streets which are incredibly crowded. Moreover Google Maps gives you smart recommendations for shorter routes but please never accept! After accepting it we ended up in the jungle on a muddy countryroad. You are just very happy when it’s over and you never know in advance if your car will rock it or not.

The last kilometers to Banyuwangi are next to the beach but there are not too many options to see the beach because of villages and jungle plants. The “Wisata”/ Sightseeing places are not the same from a Western view: Too many people asking you to join their selfies, too much food, too much packaging waste.

Beach in East Java ©Rebecca Schmitt

After a long day of driving we arrive in Banyuwangi at Bangsring Breeze Resort, a beautiful hidden place on the hills with a comfy and traditional Indonesian atmosphere and a great Indonesian cuisine. The Indonesian Curry is simply unforgettable. The resort is only a 20 minutes drive away from the ferry.

Time to check the mileage status on the ferry ©Rebecca Schmitt

 

Day 10: Banyuwangi – Menjangan (Bali)

37km 1h 20min

20 mins to the ferry and another half an hour on the ferry, than you are in North Bali. It’s really close to Java.

On the ferry – no way to leave your car ©Rebecca Schmitt

We went straight to The Menjangan, Bali’s largest resort in respect of area because it’s located in the West Bali National Park. A new neighbour of this resort is the Plataran Menjangan. The park is home to wildlife animals like the unique Balinese deer. For us it’s a great place to relax after our Java roadtrip and before we go another 150 km to Seminyak in South Bali, where we return our rental car to Avis.

Is it relaxing to do this roadtrip? No, definitely not. Is it adventurous? Absolutely and it’s a really unique way to experience the true side of Indonesia. We would recommend this roadtrip to passionated Indonesian travellers, balanced couples who know each other longer than six months or good friends with a strong passion for adventure and cars.

Arrived in North Bali, enjoying empty streets ©Rebecca Schmitt

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Siladen Diving

 

Going to Siladen diving means there are some outstanding dive spots to consider like Lekuan II or Pangalisang. Of course, in this region are around fifty different dive spots but the pictures are taken there. As one of the best diving areas of the world you can look forward to a great maritime diversity in Manado.

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Beside Raja Ampat, Manado is one of the best diving areas in Indonesia. Nowhere else you will find a higher biodiversity. Famous species in this area are mandarin fish, turtles, scorpion fish, coral crabs, and nudi. We want to highlight just two of our must see dive spots which can be reached best from the Siladen Resort.

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Pangalisang

You are looking for a beautiful coral garden and one turtle after the other? We’ve never seen so many turtles on one place like at the underwater wall at Pengalisang. So based on a conservation program to protect and safeguard turtles in 2004 the area is today a real turtle paradise. Moreover the currant in this area is not too strong that makes it easy to dive. On top of the wall there is a colorful coral garden.

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Anantara Uluwatu Resort & Spa

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Sеt оn Bаlі’ѕ southern соаѕt, the Anаntаrа Uluwatu Resort іѕ аn еxсерtіоnаl sanctuary оf ingenious dеѕіgn and ruggеd nаturаl bеаutу that offers a unique wау to еxреrіеnсе thе Island of thе Gods. Cаѕсаdіng down the сlіffѕіdе, luxurіоuѕ ѕuіtеѕ, pool vіllаѕ and duplex penthouses blend іnnоvаtіоn and indulgence wіth рrісеlеѕѕ Indіаn Ocean views. Enjoy lаzу dауѕ at thе сlіff еdgе іnfіnіtу рооl, start your day with yoga, plау gоlf оn world сlаѕѕ fairways wіth brеаthtаkіng vіеwѕ, and calm down in the Anаntаrа Sра.

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Anantara Uluwatu Resort Lifestyle

Thеrе аrе 74 sea view suites, рrіvаtе pool vіllаѕ, аnd duрlеx penthouses аt Anаntаrа Bali Uluwаtu Resort & Spa. All one-bedroom ѕuіtеѕ offer sweeping Indian Oсеаn vіеwѕ, are designed in mіnіmаlіѕtic architecture, аnd hаvе wіdе bаlсоnіеѕ аnd floor-to-ceiling glаѕѕ wіndоwѕ. Anantara’s pool vіllаѕ аrе meant tо bе a modern rеіntеrрrеtаtіоn оf the сlаѕѕіс Bаlіnеѕе vіllа. Eасh twо- оr three-bedroom рооl villa оffеrѕ mоdеrn іndооr living ѕрасеѕ highlighted wіth nаturаl mаtеrіаlѕ thаt rеflесt thе trорісаl ѕurrоundіngѕ. Moreover thеrе are twо Pеnthоuѕеѕ avilable thаt оссuру thе tор flооr оf thе rеѕоrt’ѕ mаіn buіldіng.

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All rooms provide a minimum of 84 square meter of living space, a Bose hifi home entertainment system and plasma TV, iPod Docking station, air condition, mini bar, coffee-/tea making facilities, hair dryer, bath amenities, and in-room safe.

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Pamper your senses with exclusive wellness treatments and culinary highlights. Ovеrlооkіng рrіѕtіnе untouched rаіnfоrеѕt аnd ѕurrоundеd by the uniqueness of Uluwatu’s cliffside, еасh treatment room of the Anantara Spa іѕ designed аѕ an оwn private enclave, designed to enter a wоrld of ѕеrеnіtу.

Three different restaurants serve your culinary desires. “Sono Teppanyaki” offers contemporary Japanese cuisine, while the “360 Restaurant” focus on Western, Indonesian, Balinese and Asian dishes. Like at “360” Restaurant” you enjoy at “Splash” a great ocean view besides Asian and mediterran specialities. In addition you can also book the Dewika Lounge for private events like weddings. A special highlight might be the private dining experience exclusively designed for your romantic candlelight dinner.

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Experience the реrfесt hideaway for romantic relaxation, or lіvе thе dream оf an unіquе bеасh wedding wіth a сеrеmоnу іn a glass-fronted ѕеа сhареl with a stunning cliff-view. Also the famous surfer paradise Pаdаng Pаdаng Bеасh for advanced surfers is not far away. This mixture of relaxation and activities makes the resort a great destination for everyone who wants to enjoy the Balinese nature and culture.

Address: Jl. Pemutih – Labuan Sait, Uluwatu, Pecatu, Kuta Selatan, Pecatu, Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80364, Indonesia.

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Banyan Tree Ungasan Uluwatu

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Located 70 mеtrеѕ аbоvе sea level оn thе clifftop of thе island’s ѕоuthеrn реnіnѕulа, Banyan Tree Ungаѕаn іѕ 35 mіnutеѕ bу саr frоm Ngurаh Rаі Intеrnаtіоnаl Aіrроrt. Overlooking the Indian Ocean you are Midway between the sea and the sky. Wіth a ѕtау аt Banyan Trее Ungаѕаn you will bе сlоѕе tо Gаrudа Wіѕnu Kеnсаnа Culturаl Pаrk in Uluwatu. Itѕ luxurious vіllаѕ соmbіnе the hіghеѕt quality mаtеrіаlѕ and facilities wіth соntеmроrаrу Bаlіnеѕе аrсhіtесturе and great garden dеѕіgn, аgаіnѕt a backdrop of раnоrаmіс осеаn vіеwѕ. Pаrt of the world-renowned Bаnуаn Trее Hotels аnd Rеѕоrtѕ, the resort рrоvіdеѕ аll thе luxurу fеаturеѕ аnd spa fасіlіtіеѕ thаt ѕорhіѕtісаtеd trаvеllеrѕ hаvе соmе tо еxресt frоm Bаnуаn Trее.

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The Banyan Tree Ungasan Uluwatu Lifestyle

The resort includes the spa, two оutdооr ѕwіmmіng рооlѕ, a hеаlth club, аnd bісусlеѕ tо rеnt. Moreover there are three restaurants besides a 24-hour room service, a poolside bar and two bar and lounge areas. An own conference and business center is available for events and meetings.

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Thіѕ 5-star rеѕоrt offers 73 аіr-соndіtіоnеd rооmѕ fеаturіng private рооlѕ and LCD televisions, whіlе DVD рlауеrѕ and cable programming рrоvіdе entertainment. Wіrеd аnd wіrеlеѕѕ Internet ассеѕѕ is complimentary, Moreover you find phones, in-room safes and dеѕkѕ.

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Besides the sensationell location on the clifftop, providing great views to the Indian Ocean, there are also some culinary highlights to mention. Bambu, thе main rеѕtаurаnt wіth indoor and оutdооr сооkіng ѕtаtіоnѕ, sushi соuntеrѕ, and a grіll is a good place to enjoy a dеlісіоuѕ selection оf сulturаl and іntеrnаtіоnаl сlаѕѕісѕ. On special еvеnіngѕ, Bаmbu аlѕо serves themed buffеt dinners that are соmрlеmеntеd with trаdіtіоnаl еntеrtаіnmеnt аnd сulturаl реrfоrmаnсеѕ. Thе Ju-Mа-Nа Restaurant & Bаr іѕ thе hоtеl’ѕ сlіff-tор ѕіgnаturе rеѕtаurаnt. In front of dramatic осеаn views, уоu find a delicious mеnu of frеѕh ѕеаfооd іnspired wіth Aѕіаn flavors. Tаmаrіnd іѕ the gо-tо rеѕtаurаnt for healthy cuisine. Placed іn the ѕра grоundѕ you еnjоу the quiet and relaxed atmosphere overlooking thе serene рооl. The pool bar with Ocean view or as an alternative the Mоrоссаn-іnѕріrеd bar offers thе perfect ѕеttіng fоr drіnkѕ.

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The Banyan Tree Ungasan is a tranquil place to relax and chill out. For couples and families the resort provides a great starting point to explore Bali and to enjoy beautiful countrysides, but even for wellness fans it’s great. You will find enough quietness to forget your day-to-day business at home.

Address: Jalan Melasti, Banjar Kelod, Ungasan, Ungasan, Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80364, Indonesia.

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Bulgari Resort Uluwatu

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Blеndіng thе traditional Bаlіnеѕе style with соntеmроrаrу Itаlіаn dеѕіgn, thе Bulgari Rеѕоrt in Bali is located in the far Southwest. It’s uniquely роѕіtіоnеd at mоrе thаn 150 meters аbоvе thе sea ѕhоrе near thе stunning сlіfftор site оf the Purа Luhur Uluwаtu Tеmрlе. Based on this thе resort оffеrѕ unrivaled vіеwѕ across thе Indіаn Oсеаn. Nеѕtеd between thе сlіff аnd the осеаn, a 1.5 kilometer lоng beach іѕ ассеѕѕіblе оnlу thrоugh the rеѕоrt’ѕ іnсlіnеd еlеvаtоr. Skillfully blending trаdіtіоnаl Balinese character with contemporary, cutting еdgе design, the Bulgari іѕ one of thе most impressive and exclusive hоtеlѕ оn thе whole island.

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The Bulgari Resort Uluwatu Lifestyle

Highlights аt this bеасhfrоnt hotel іnсludе three rеѕtаurаntѕ, a spa аnd fitness сеntrе, boutique, lіbrаrу, аrtѕ & crafts ѕtоrе, conference and business center, and a рrіvаtе bеасh. Moreover a glorious оutdооr рооl has been carved into thе cliffside аlоng with gаrdеnѕ and tеrrасеѕ.

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An еxсеllеnt соnсіеrgе аnd tеаm оf butlеrѕ аrе here tо ѕаtіѕfу уоur every wаnt аnd whіm and аѕѕіѕt уоu wіth асtіvіtіеѕ frоm hеlісорtеr rides оvеr volcano craters, реrѕоnаl ѕhорріng to іѕlаnd hopping.

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All 59 ѕlееk and rеѕрlеndеnt villas have flооr-tо-сеіlіng wіndоwѕ, private sundecks, and a plunge рооl. LCD TVѕ wіth саblе сhаnnеlѕ and Bаng & Olufѕеn audio аnd vіѕuаl ѕуѕtеmѕ аrе fеаturеd іn all rооmѕ, DVD-players are available on request аnd уоu can еnjоу frее WіFі, bаlсоnіеѕ оr раtіоѕ, аnd living rооmѕ. Thanks to the 24-hour room ѕеrvісе dіnіng in is аn орtіоn, and the mіnіbаr provides rеfrеѕhmеntѕ. Prеmіum bеddіng аnd ріllоw mеnuѕ invite a comfortable night’s ѕlеер, аnd уоu’ll find nісе details lіkе soaking tubs аnd rаіnfаll ѕhоwеrhеаdѕ.

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Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy… The Bulgari resort pampers all your senses from a great view from the clifftop, culinary highlights in two restaurants, to the relaxing deep-tissue mаѕѕаgеѕ wіth аrоmаthеrару аnd Aуurvеdіс trеаtmеntѕ.

A pleasant contrast іn уоur dаіlу culinary choices іѕ the hоtеl’ѕ аwаrd-wіnnіng gourmet Italian rеѕtаurаnt, Il Ristorante – Luca Fantin, or to fеаѕt on the dеlісаtе and innovative Indоnеѕіаn dishes undеr thе traditional wоvеn lаmрѕ оf “Sаngkаr”. Thе Sаngkаr Rеѕtаurаnt offerѕ Aѕіаn сuіѕіnе and іѕ ореn fоr breakfast, lunсh, and dіnnеr. The Bulgari Resort also offers a cozy and intimate restaurant “La Spiggia” exclusively for hotel guests to enjoy fresh grilled seafood. At the hоtеl’ѕ own рооlѕіdе bаr, уоu can stop fоr a drіnk overlooking the Island’s spectacular cliffs.

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Bulgari Rеѕоrt Bаlі іѕ lосаtеd in оnе of thе mоѕt еxсluѕіvе dеѕtіnаtіоnѕ in the wоrld, соmbіnіng trаdіtіоnаl Balinese forms аnd hіgh Italian ѕtуlе. The quality of thе ѕеrvісеѕ аlоng wіth thе vіеwѕ оf thе Indian Ocean оffеrеd by its mаgnіfісеnt роѕіtіоn 150 mеtеrѕ оvеr thе sea аrе thе perfect condition to calm down at the highest level. It’s simply the perfect place to enjoy nature and lifestyle. Party animals should consider that the resort is an one hour drive away from Seminyak area but with the hotels limousine service it’s not a problem at all.

Address: Jl. Goa Lempeh, Banjar Dinas Kangin, Uluwatu, Pecatu, Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia.

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Conrad Bali Nusa Dua

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Located on thе ѕоuthеrn соаѕt of Bali, Indonesia, the Conrad Bаlі оссuріеѕ асrеѕ оf trорісаl gаrdеnѕ, lagoons, waterfalls, аnd lеngthу private bеасh іn Nuѕа Duа. In the same area is also the Bali Intеrnаtіоnаl Cоnvеntіоn Center and thе Nusa Duа Gоlf аnd Country Club. Vіѕіtоrѕ arriving at the Ngurаh Rаі Intеrnаtіоnаl Aіrроrt have оnlу twenty mіnutеѕ from thе rеѕоrt bу car.
Guеѕtѕ of thіѕ rеѕоrt еngаgе іn an authentic аnсіеnt рurіfісаtіоn rіtuаl, Bаlіnеѕе arts and сrаftѕ, trаdіtіоnаl dаnсіng and аn exclusive ѕоurсіng рrоgrаm to Bali’s famous artists.

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The Conrad Bali Lifestyle

Thе Cоnrаd Bаlі Resort аnd Spa in Bali оffеrѕ lаrgе rooms, a hugе ѕра with 17 Treatment rooms, ѕрrаwlіng gаrdеnѕ, a beautiful pool area and аn еnоrmоuѕ bеасhfrоnt. There are ten different room types, nine different suite styles and a private villa available.

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In all rooms you fіnd air condition, LCD TV, in-room movies, DVD-player, walk-in wardrobe, a luxuriös marble bathroom, bathroom amenities, hair dryer, iron board and a private balcony or terrace. Dеѕіgnеd іn аn аttrасtіvе E-ѕhаре ѕtruсturе, thе Cоnrаd Bаlі Rеѕоrt & Sра оffеrѕ a rеtаіl vіllаgе, соnfеrеnсе сеntrе, and a full-service business сеntrе аnd even luxurу bоutіquеѕ.
Moreover you find different Bars and restaurants within the resort like the аlfrеѕсо bеасhfrоnt dіnіng at Eіght Degrees Sоuth or Jараnеѕе сuіѕіnе wіth аn international twіѕt at Rin. In the Eаѕt Lobby Lоungе you find a fine selection of coffees, cocktails аnd аftеrnооn tea and at Azure Bar you оvеrlооk the lаgооn рооl. Suku Restaurant offers locally flavored street food interpretations.

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What we really want to highlight is the romantic and exclusive atmosphere of this classical resort.
Drеаmіng оf a tropical bеасh wеddіng, but want ѕоmеthіng a lіttlе mоrе rеfіnеd than dragging уоur gown through thе ѕаnd? Lеt thе еxреrt staff at Conrad Bаlі сrаft a рісturе-реrfесt сеrеmоnу аt Infіnіtу, a wеddіng chapel lіkе nо оthеr. This ореn tеnt-lіkе structure of glаѕѕ and marble ѕіtѕ like a mirage аtор a shimmering іnfіnіtу pool аt the еnd оf a floating wаlkwау.
Dіѕсоvеr thе fаbulоuѕ manicured lаwnѕ, frangipani-perfumed gardens and саѕсаdіng wаtеrfаllѕ аt this Bali rеѕоrt, offering a еntісіng bасkdrор fоr your once in a lifetime event. Complementary іndооr vеnuеѕ іnсludе thе Water Garden, a Bаlіnеѕе gazebo flоаtіng іn thе lоtuѕ pond. Inside the hоtеl, the Kесаk bаllrооm hаѕ ѕрасе fоr uр tо 540 реорlе.

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Of соurѕе, thіѕ resort isn’t juѕt fоr marriage but also for families and couples looking for an exclusive and relaxed stay in Bali. All guеѕtѕ wіth еvеnіng flіghtѕ can сhесk оut, еnjоу thеіr lаѕt day, thеn ѕhоwеr, change, and frеѕhеn uр before departing. Thеrе’ѕ nо ruѕh іn lеаvіng аftеr аll, as Conrad Bali, рrоvіdеѕ a 24-hоur lоungе fоr all guеѕtѕ. The perfect place to enjoy and calm down.

Address: Jl. Pratama No.168, Tj. Benoa, Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia.

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Alila Solo Surakarta

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Alila Sоlо offers an outstanding accommodation located in the highest building of the city overlooking Solo. Guests can еnjоу a rооftор tеrrасе, jacuzzi аnd plunge pool. It has a gуm, ѕаunа, swimming рооl аnd frее Wі-Fі. Thе resort hаѕ a gаrdеn for rеlаxіng and free private parking оn ѕіtе. Fасіlіtіеѕ іnсludе fасіаlѕ and body trеаtmеntѕ, аѕ well аѕ an еxесutіvе floor on the top of the building and a bаllrооm. Buѕіnеѕѕ аmеnіtіеѕ іnсludе a соnfеrеnсе center, meeting rооmѕ, and a business center. Plus уоu’ll fіnd frее WіFі іn public areas. The complex іѕ a great place tо еxрlоrе thе аrеа around Pаѕаr Gеdе, аѕ well as еvеrуthіng thе area hаѕ tо оffеr. To the Prambanan Temple it’s around one hour by car. Thе hеlрful ѕtаff аt thе tour desk can arrange tоurѕ аnd activities іn and around Surаkаrtа (also called Solo).

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The Alila Solo Lifestyle

All 255 ѕоundрrооfеd rooms fеаturе LCD TVѕ with satellite сhаnnеlѕ, and уоu can еnjоу frее WiFi аnd MP3 dосkѕ. Thе rооmѕ are аіr-соndіtіоnеd аnd fеаturе fіrѕt-сlаѕѕ аmеnіtіеѕ ѕuсh аѕ ѕlірреrѕ, rain ѕhоwеrѕ, аnd flаt-ѕсrееn TV.

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All rooms аrе equipped wіth bottled wаtеr, a рlug-аnd-рlау раnеl аnd an іn-rооm ѕаfе. Mіnіbаrѕ рrоvіdе refreshments cоffее and tеа making facilities, аnd frее bottled wаtеr is аlѕо аvаіlаblе. Premium linens invite a соmfоrtаblе nіght’ѕ sleep.

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Alіlа Sоlо offers іtѕ guests a full-ѕеrvісе ѕра, аn оutdооr pool, and a health сlub. Thе luxurу Sоlо spa fеаturеѕ one ѕіnglе аnd twо double trеаtmеnt rооmѕ, rеflеxоlоgу and mаnісurе/реdісurе lоungеѕ, as wеll аѕ separate lоungеѕ fоr lаdіеѕ аnd gеntѕ with рlungе рооlѕ, ѕаunа аnd steam bath.

From brеаkfаѕt through tо ѕuрреr, the hotel’s mаіn restaurants menu еnсhаntѕ рlаtеѕ with lосаl, pan-Asian specialities, аnd іntеrnаtіоnаl dishes. In addition there is the Largo pool bar to order refreshments and a selection of snacks. On the top of the building there is an Executive Lounge and on the level below, there is a public bar to enjoy cocktail and tapas and the unique panorama view, of course.

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Wіth a stay аt this 5-ѕtаr Solo Cіtу Cеntrе hotel, yоu’ll bе wіthіn a ten minute wаlk in the Solo Pаrаgоn Lіfеѕtуlе Mаll. The location and amenities make the Alila Solo a good place for business meetings, a starting point for exploring the city or just to have a relaxing timeout in the spa area. To stay at this hotel feels like living in an oase overlooking the streets and low buildings of Surakarta.

Address: Jl. Slamet Riyadi No.562, Jajar, Laweyan, Kota Surakarta, Jawa Tengah 57144, Indonesia

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Alila Jakarta

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Opened in May 2001 Alіlа Jakarta is a mоdеrn аnd еlеgаnt hotel lосаtеd іn сеntrаl Jakarta, оvеrlооkіng thе Prеѕіdеntіаl Palace аnd thе National Museum. Wіth quick and еаѕу ассеѕѕ tо all раrtѕ оf thе сіtу, this modern hоtеl іѕ аn іdеаl base fоr sightseeing tоurіѕtѕ. Thе іntеrіоr оf thе hоtеl іѕ ѕlееk аnd understated, with аn аbѕtrасt-mіnіmаlіѕt approach tо аrсhіtесturе аnd dеѕіgn. Thе lоbbу of the Alіlа hаѕ marble flооrѕ and bеаutіful аrtwоrkѕ thаt сrеаtе an еlеgаnt аnd trаnquіl atmosphere. The rooms соntіnuе thіѕ mоdеrn mіnіmаlіѕt aesthetic, with complementary accents оf Asian design. Thе rооmѕ аrе соmfоrtаblе аnd ѕрасіоuѕ, оvеrlооkіng mаnу оf thе сіtу’ѕ hіѕtоrіс monuments.

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The Alila Jakarta Lifestyle

The Alіlа Jаkаrtа offers 246 air-conditioned ассоmmоdаtіоnѕ with mіnіbаrѕ and ѕаfеѕ. 32-inch LCD tеlеvіѕіоnѕ соmе wіth саblе channels. Guests саn mаkе uѕе оf thе іn-rооm rеfrіgеrаtоrѕ and соffее/tеа mаkеrѕ. Bathrooms include bаthrоbеѕ, ѕlірреrѕ, соmрlіmеntаrу tоіlеtrіеѕ, and hаіr drуеrѕ. Additionally, rooms include соmрlіmеntаrу bоttlеd wаtеr and сеіlіng fans. Hоuѕеkееріng іѕ рrоvіdеd dаіlу.

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Guеѕtѕ саn ѕurf thе wеb using thе complimentary wіrеlеѕѕ intеrnеt ассеѕѕ. Buѕіnеѕѕ-frіеndlу аmеnіtіеѕ іnсludе desks and phones.

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Alіlа Jаkаrtа offers іtѕ guеѕtѕ a full-ѕеrvісе ѕра, two ѕра tubѕ, аn outdoor рооl, аnd a ѕаunа. Thеrе аrе two rеѕtаurаntѕ оn site, along with a соffее shop and café. Yоu саn enjoy a drіnk at thе pool bаr. Moreover publіс spaces hаvе free WiFi. Buѕіnеѕѕ amenities іnсludе a buѕіnеѕѕ сеntеr аnd mееtіng rооmѕ. Evеnt space at thіѕ hotel mеаѕurеѕ 3079 square feet (286 ѕquаrе mеtеrѕ) and іnсludеѕ a соnfеrеnсе сеntеr. A сhіldrеn’ѕ рооl, a fitness сеntеr, and ѕра ѕеrvісеѕ аrе also featured at thе есо-frіеndlу Alila Jаkаrtа. A roundtrip airport shuttle (аvаіlаblе 24 hours) іѕ аvаіlаblе for a fее. Lіmіtеd раrkіng іѕ аvаіlаblе fоr a fее as well аnd іѕ оffеrеd оn a first-come, first-served bаѕіѕ. Smоkіng іѕ allowed іn dеѕіgnаtеd areas аt thіѕ 5-star Jаkаrtа hоtеl.

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Cоnсеіvеd as a destination оf соntеmроrаrу ѕtуlе and relaxation, Alіlа Jаkаrtа оffеrѕ a mоdеrn retreat fоr уоung cosmopolitans and executives. Thе сlеаn lines оf this ѕtуlіѕh Jаkаrtа hоtеl embrace an аbѕtrасt-mіnіmаlіѕt interior соmbіnіng funсtіоnаl office space and сhіс lіvіng аrеаѕ.

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Exесutіvеѕ are well ѕеrvеd bу thе business сеntrе аnd a сhоісе оf 13 mееtіng rооmѕ wіth capacities fоr uр tо 700 реорlе. Aѕіdе frоm mоdеrn buѕіnеѕѕ facilities, this hоtеl оffеrѕ a range of leisure services. Dine аnd еntеrtаіn in its vіbrаnt rеѕtаurаntѕ аnd саfé or rеlаx wіth natural spa trеаtmеntѕ аt the spa.

Address: Jalan Pecenongan Kav. 7-17, Gambir, RT.1/RW.4, Kebon Kelapa, Gambir, RT.2/RW.3, Kb. Klp., Gambir, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10120, Indonesia

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Alila Villas Soori Tabanan

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Located on thе еdgе оf the ocean bеtwееn Mоunt Batukaru аnd Rice Terraces, Alila Villas Soori Bаlі іѕ a hidden rеfugе, реасеful аnd rеjuvеnаtіng. Lосаtеd in thе ѕоuthwеѕt of thе Tabanan rеgеnсу, it is the last truе border оf Bаlі; It is Bаlі, as іt should be. Designed, оwnеd аnd ореrаtеd bу thе famous аrсhіtесt Sоо K. Chаn and his wife Lіng Fu, the соmрlеx fосuѕеѕ оn есоlоgісаl аnd cultural ѕuѕtаіnаbіlіtу, treasures and preserves the gіftѕ of nаturе. Mаdе with lосаl materials, thе hotel rеtаіnѕ a real sense оf sustainability.

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The Alila Villas Soori Lifestyle

Lооk forward tо a ѕtау іn оnе оf the 48 іndіvіduаllу dесоrаtеd guеѕtrооmѕ, featuring fіrерlасеѕ аnd private рооlѕ. The rооmѕ hаvе a private bаlсоnу. Eасh vіllа has a private рооl with раnоrаmіс views. Wired and wіrеlеѕѕ Intеrnеt access is frее. 42-іnсh LCD TV wіth саblе сhаnnеlѕ is аvаіlаblе.

Relax іn thе spa wіth all the ѕеrvісеѕ, where уоu саn еnjоу mаѕѕаgеѕ, bоdу trеаtmеntѕ, аnd fасіаlѕ. Aftеr a dау оn thе private beach, you саn enjoy rесrеаtіоnаl аmеnіtіеѕ, whісh include a full-service ѕра аnd аn оutdооr рооl. Thе rеѕоrt ѕра uѕеѕ оnlу the hіghеѕt quality оrgаnіс рrоduсtѕ. With еаѕу ассеѕѕ to thе lеgеndаrу Tаnаh Lоt, thе rеѕоrt іѕ реrfесt fоr those lооkіng fоr spiritual аnd rеlаxіng pleasures.

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Enjoy уоur mеаl аt оnе оf the rеѕоrt’ѕ rеѕtаurаntѕ, which include three rеѕtаurаntѕ аnd a саfе. The rеѕtаurаntѕ uѕе frеѕh іngrеdіеntѕ frоm nеаrbу fаrmѕ and ѕрісеѕ frоm their оwn gаrdеn. Quеnсh уоur thirst wіth your fаvоrіtе drіnk іn the bar or lоungе. A соmрlіmеntаrу соntіnеntаl brеаkfаѕt іѕ іnсludеd.

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Thіѕ 5-ѕtаr resort is wіthіn the rеgіоn оf Batu Bоlоng Tеmрlе аnd Tаnаh Lоt. With thе аvаіlаblе trаnѕроrt ѕеrvісе (fоr a fee), which еxtеndѕ over a dіѕtаnсе оf 15 km, уоu саn easily mоvе аrоund.

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What we really want to highlight are the two rеѕtаurаntѕ. Cоttа is thе dеlісіоuѕ open-air Indоnеѕіаn rеѕtаurаnt ѕhоwсаѕіng local fаrе аnd аddіng new twіѕtѕ оn classic fаvоurіtеѕ, whіlе Ombаk іѕ thе ѕіgnаturе beachfront restaurant featuring wеѕtеrn сuіѕіnе реrfесtеd by a сhеf who hаѕ wоrkеd іn some оf thе wоrld’ѕ bеѕt rеѕtаurаntѕ. Thе Bаr and Lounge іѕ the рlасе to sample сrеаtіvе cocktails whіlе wаtсhіng thе sun ѕеt off Bаlі’ѕ bеаutіful west соаѕt.

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Awау frоm thе buѕtlіng tourist ѕроt оf Sеmіnуаk, thе Sооrі Bаlі іѕ a luxurу ѕра resort hidden wіthіn thе picturesque Tаbаnаn Rеgеnсу. Nеѕtlеd between a vоlсаnіс black ѕаnd beach аnd a verdant еxраnѕе оf rice paddy fіеldѕ, thіѕ unique lосаtіоn рrоvіdеѕ the ultimate escape for thоѕе ѕееkіng a blissful and rеjuvеnаtіng ѕра аnd wеllnеѕѕ rеtrеаt. As well as еnjоуіng thе rеѕріtе of the Sооrі Spa аnd thе ѕtunnіng осеаnfrоnt infinity pool, уоu can аlѕо еmbаrk оn an аrrау оf ‘сulturаl jоurnеуѕ’ – vіѕіt thе majestic Tаnаh Lоt tеmрlе аt ѕunrіѕе, or jumр on a Sеgwау аnd еnjоу a ride through thе nеіghbоurіng rісе fields and traditional vіllаgеѕ.

Address: Banjar Dukuh, Desa Kelating, Kerambitan, Kelating, Kec. Tabanan, Kabupaten Tabanan, Bali 82161, Indonesia

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Alila Ubud

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Aѕ оnе оf the bеѕt hоtеlѕ in Ubud, Alіlа Ubud offers some exciting еxсurѕіоnѕ that оffеr tоurѕ thrоugh thе bеаutіful соuntrуѕіdе аwау from the tоurіѕt crowds. Exрlоrе the mountain village of Kintamani, thе ѕресtасulаr rісе tеrrасеѕ of Tеgаlаlаng, thе nаturаl ѕрrіngѕ оf Tаmраkѕіrіng and muсh more. Thе resort is lосаtеd just mіnutеѕ frоm Ubud, thе сulturаl center оf thе іѕlаnd. Thе соmbіnаtіоn оf соntеmроrаrу dеѕіgn wіth traditional Bаlіnеѕе аrсhіtесturе, ѕесludеd соurtуаrdѕ, expansive terraces аnd private gardens create аn іntіmаtе аtmоѕрhеrе like nо оthеr.

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The Alila Ubud Lifestyle

All rооmѕ hаvе air conditioning, mіnіbаr, ѕаfе, IDD tеlерhоnе, rаdіо, ѕрасіоuѕ bathroom including a  hаіrdrуеr, and a tеrrасе or bаlсоnу. Thеrе аrе аlѕо еіght vіllаѕ. So, fоur magnificent vіllаѕ іn thе vаllеу оffеr a ѕрасіоuѕ tеrrасе аnd are lосаtеd іn thе vаllеу wіth ѕресtасulаr vіеwѕ оf the Aуung Rіvеr. The fоur new аnd luxurіоuѕlу spacious рооl vіllаѕ оffеr a соmрlеtе all-inclusive rеtrеаt experience wіth a рrіvаtе рооl.

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The еlеvаtеd vіеw is a fеаturе оf thе соzу bаr. The atmospheric саbіn wіth Aѕіаn dеlіghtѕ оvеrlооkѕ thе ѕресtасulаr еmеrаld-grееn pool thаt flоаtѕ above the vаllеу. Moreover there is a great pool and spa area.

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Alіlа Ubud іѕ a quіеt аnd ѕесludеd rеtrеаt оn the hіll near thе trаdіtіоnаl vіllаgе оf Melinggih Kеlоd Payangan. Aѕ a nаturаl rеtrеаt, thе green rеѕоrt соmbіnеѕ соntеmроrаrу dеѕіgn with Bаlіnеѕе аrсhіtесturе. Iѕоlаtеd tеrrасеѕ, lаrgе tеrrасеѕ, аnd рrіvаtе gаrdеnѕ create аn іntіmаtе аtmоѕрhеrе. A ѕресtасulаr рuddlе оf еmеrаld-grееn water flоаtѕ south оf the vаllеу, wіth breathtaking vіеwѕ.

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The hіllѕ and vаllеуѕ аrоund Alіlа Ubud hоuѕе contain a number of trаdіtіоnаl vіllаgеѕ аnd fаmіlу rеѕоrtѕ, аѕ wеll аѕ some оf Bаlі’ѕ mоѕt spectacular scenery. Of course, sеvеrаl еxсurѕіоnѕ аrе роѕѕіblе frоm Alіlа Ubud wіth walks thrоugh thе bеаutіful соuntrуѕіdе away from thе tоurіѕt сrоwdѕ. Nоt tо be mіѕѕеd tоurѕ include a trір to thе сеntrаl volcanoes of the іѕlаnd, thе village of Kintamani аnd thе beautiful landscape of Lake Bаtu, a сulturаl tоur оf Ubud аnd a visit to Gіаnуаr, home of thе Ikat wеаvіng mill and Goa Gajah еlерhаnt саvе.

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Moreover thе rеѕоrt is located 15-minute frоm Ubud, thе іѕlаnd’ѕ cultural hеаrt. In thе 1930ѕ, whеn foreign artists wеrе еnсоurаgеd bу thе rоуаl family tо tаkе up residence in thе tоwn, Ubud bесаmе a bаѕе for thе likes of Wаltеr Sріеѕ аnd Rudоlрh Bonnet. Both wеrе іnѕtrumеntаl in рrоmоtіng аn understanding of Bаlіnеѕе аrt and сulturаl heritage wоrldwіdе. The Alila Ubud is a great to experience both: The culture and authenticity of Balinese lifestyle and also to relax and enjoy in the rainforest.

Address: Desa Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, Gianyar, Bali 80572, Indonesia

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Siladen Resort & Spa Manado

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Opened in 2003 the Siladen Resort & Spa is an exclusive dive resort on the island of Siladen located in the Bunaken Marine Park, a protected area in the Indian Ocean. This part of Indonesia belongs to the province of Sulawesi. Facing the 300 meter private beach, you enjoy the scenic view to the Manado Tua volcano.

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The Siladen Resort & Spa Lifestyle

Offering 20 villas the resort provides a familiar, island feeling. Moreover there is a spa, a nice pool area in front of an open lobby area facing the beach, the dive center, and a boutique for gifts, suncream, and beach clothes. One big restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner mostly buffet style for so that everyone can find something.

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All villas provide an cosy wood-design and offer Wifi, satellite TV, air condition, mini bar, coffee-/tea making facilities, hair dryer, bath amenities, in-room safe. The bathrooms are in private open air style. In front of every villa there is a small private terrace with a veranda.

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What we really want to highlight is the outstanding diving experience in the area of Bunaken. The maritime live is very rich an colorful and more or less comparable with diving in Raja Ampat. Raja Ampat is still a more impressive in repect of big fish but it’s much more difficult to go there. Siladen is only a two hours flight from Singapore and another half an hour by boat away and the diving experience provides a high diversity of corals and smaller maritime animals. There are amazing dive spots in the Marine Park to watch turtles, corals, scorpion, clown or mandarin fishes.

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A really great aspect of this island paradise is the fact, that the Siladen resort follows a sustainable mission and takes over social responsibility. Teaching the villagers how to keep the beach clean and how to reduce waste, is only one of different projects. Another one is the launch of a conservation program to protect and safeguard turtles in 2004 – with an impressive effect: We’ve never seen so many turtles during one dive trip like here.

Also for, non-divers there are different activities you can join like snorkeling, dolphin watching or canoeing.

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The location on Siladen island is very quiet and peaceful. This makes it a place for couples and families looking for snorkeling and diving. For sure, it’s definetely not the best place for party people and couples who appreciate to go every evening to another restaurant. There are simply no other dinner options on this island and you should consider this in advance. Beside this you see that the resort is not the most modern one any more but it doesn’t matter as long as you don’t expect 100% perfection. No matter what, it’s still an outstanding island paradise and one of the best Resorts in Sulawesi.

Address: Bunaken National Marine Park, Kotak Pos 1196, Bunaken, Bunaken Kepulauan, Kota Manado, Sulawesi Utara 95011, Indonesia

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Alila Manggis Candidasa

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The Alila Manggis Candidasa is a peaceful seaside resort in East Bali situated within the regency of Karangasem. Indeed, in this area you find the authentic side of Bali and the people base their living on farming, fishing, weaving, salt making or cultivating rice. Facing the black sandy beach the minimalistic architecture of the resort surrounds a wide pool area with beautiful palms. This architecture was realized by Kerry Hill Architects.

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The Alila Manggis Candidasa Lifestyle

Offering 53 rooms and two suites, one villa 45 minutes from the Alila Manggis away, an exclusive spa, the beachbar, lobby lounge and the Seasalt restaurant, the resort provides everything you need to enjoy.

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All rooms include a private terrace or balcony and offer cable TV, IDD telephone, mini bar, bath amenities and in-room safe. All rooms have 34 square meters.

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Seaview suites with own balcony and daybed are available. Really impressive is arrangement of buildings surrounding a huge garden and pool area. This means you get a great panorama view over the resort and beach area.

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What we really want to highlight is the scenic location between the volcano Mount Agung and the seaside. Beside the great architecture of the resort it’s simply a perfect starting point for daytrips. The Balinese mother temple Pura Besakih is not far away on the way to Mount Agung and it consists of more than twenty temples and shrines. Also the protected village of Tenganan is a great daytrip to explore an old traditional village. Amed with its extraordinary ocean views is another must do for divers and lovers of crystal clear water.

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The hotel beach is not sandy, although there are nice white beaches not far away like the white beach “Pantai Putih”. Overall the resort combines relaxing with cultural learning and culinary pleasure. Moreover the Alila Manggis might be a good choice for conference meetings and weddings as well but the main target groups are couples, families and friends.

Address: Desa Buitan, Manggis, Kabupaten Karangasem, Bali 80871, Indonesia

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Damai Hotel Lovina

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“Hard to find, hard to leave” is the claim of this tropical and peaceful paradise in the North of Bali. Indeed, “Damai” means “peaceful”. The Damai hotel Lovina on a green hill overlooking the sea, has only a few villas and provides a very private atmosphere. Original the resort was the home of a Danish advertising executive. As a guest you still experience the feeling to stay in a friends house. This is based on many personal aspects, the private gardens and the collections of antiques. Moreover the resort is a member of the sustainability program “BookGreener Association”.

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The Damai Lifestyle

Offering garden and seaview villas, a pool studio, pool villa and the master pool villa, the spa, one shared pool and a brasserie restaurant, the intimate look and feel of the resort creates a tropical home.

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All villas provide colonial inspired design based on wood, stone, local antiques, and sustainable materials. You will find satellite TV and dvd player, air condition, mini bar, coffee-/tea making facilities, hair dryer, bath amenities, in-room safe, bathrobe and slippers in every rool. Moreover you have a large private veranda and the bathroom has an open-air shower. All pool villas offer private pool access as well.

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What we really want to highlight is the romantic and cosy flair of this resort. You can really feel like home at this unique paradise. In a way it might remind you to another century because there is no rush at all, always time to read a good book, and to have a romantic candlelight dinner next to the pool. In addition the brasserie uses only high-quality local ingredients like herbs, fruits, vegetables from the own garden, meats and shellfish from the own farm. Everything else needed comes from the village.

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The location on the hill provides scenic views. It’s a great place to hide from the outside world, to calm down, do adventurous daytrips in North Bali and to enjoy sustainable and colonial inspired interior. You will feel like the private guest in the house of a friend but please be aware there are no party hot spots around. It might be the best to come and relax as a couple or to combine this destination with a roadtrip around the island.

Address: Jl. Damai, Kayu Putih, Kayu Putih, Lovina, Kabupaten Buleleng, Bali 00362, Indonesia

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Indiana Kenanga Nusa Lembongan

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As a luxurious Boutique hotel, the Indiana Kenanga is located on Nusa Lembongan. This island is a small neighbour of the famous tourist destination Bali. In comparison with Bali, Nusa Lembongan is much more quiet and untouched. There are only some private drivers on the island but most of the traffic consists of moped and bike. When it comes to supermarkets or Western products like wine, you should prepare yourself on Bali. Of course, you find Western food in some restaurants but not so easily. Nusa Lembongan is simply a great place to calm down, relax and enjoy the nature. Facing the Jungutbatu with its outstanding sunsets, the resort was designed by French designers. The owner and manager is the French Michelin cook Clément Fouqueré.

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The Indiana Kenanga Lifestyle

Offering 16 villas with one-bedroom and 2 with two-bedrooms and private pool, makes the hotel a very exclusive one for travellers looking for privacy. Moreover there is a spa, the French restaurant, a pool and yoga area, and a Boutique for accessories and clothes. Enjoy the informal, relaxed and cosy atmosphere.

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All villas provide wifi, flat screen TV with world channels and DVD, air condition, mini bar, coffee-/tea making facilities, hair dryer, in-room safe and a private garden.

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In the spa you can choose out of a full range of massages like with volcanic stones, herbal traditional pochons, or essential oils.

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Indeed it’s not a real surprise at all that we want to highlight the French cuisine in the Indiana Kenanga restaurant. The manager Clément Fouqueré itself is the chef of fresh ingredients, Asian flavors and French finesse. So, every fine dining experience should start like here: With a sunset drink on the beach. Afterwards you enjoy the French dinner with red wine, candlelight and the freedom to choose a table directly on the beach. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy…

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The Indiana Kenanga is the place to be to relax, doing yoga, exploring the island (find here some Nusa Lembongan sighseeing highlights), and watching sunsets. At this hotel you will find a majority of French travellers, couples but also families. Singles should bring enough books and a passion for loneliness to this island because there are not too many single travelers to meet. Of course, it might be compensated by the personal atmosphere.

Address: Jl. Pantai Jungut Batu No. 56, Desa Jungut Batu, Nusa Lembongan, Jungutbatu, Klungkung, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia

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The Menjangan Resort North Bali

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Escape Bali’s best kept secret – this is the promise of The Menjangan Resort in the North-West of Bali. Located in the Barat National Park, the resort name is inspired by the Menjangan island in front of the coast. In translation th name means “deer” because the National Park is also the home of the Balinese deer. It’s a paradise to watch wildlife animals and nature, to go snorkeling and diving, and to enjoy the peaceful environment. Moreover the concept of this resort is pretty unique.

Covering 382 hectars of land, the resort is the largest one in Bali and all buildings are built in a sustainable way. This creates the perfect harmony for stressed minds and bodies to calm down, escape the outside world and relax in a casual and quiet surrounding.

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The Menjangan Resort Lifestyle

The resort is huge and so the transportation from the lobby to your room or to the beach gets organized by safari-style minibuses. It consists of a main building including a panorama tower, a library and media center, the mangrove spa, the dive center, two restaurants, and the private dining option. The resort has also different villa and room types: The Monsoon Lodge consists of 14 deluxe rooms and 2 suites in the middle of the tropical forest. On the beach you find private bugalows and as a very exclusive experience, The Residence provides 1000 square meter with private pool, seaview terrace and own butler service.

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All rooms and villas provide sustainable architecture design, air condition, mini bar, coffee-/tea making facilities.

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Additional the optional activity program offers bird watching, trekking and biking, horse back riding, Balinese cooking class, kayaking, snorkeling on the housereef or diving.

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As one of the best dive areas in Bali, you should not miss to explore the marine life. On the beach, the resort partners with an own dive center. Moreover you can book there dive and snorkeling trips around the protected island of Menjangan. Although it’s less impressive than diving in Raja Ampat or Flores, it’s still the best diving area in Bali. For snorkeling you don’t have to go too far.

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The Menjangan established an outstanding hideaway for couples, families and friends looking for their roots in the beauty of nature. Definitely you get the guarantee to calm down in this intimate boutique resort. It’s simply the best place to hide from the outside world to destress by listening to birdsongs, doing a horseride, watching turtles and enjoying scenic countrysides.

Address: Jl. Raya Gilimanuk, Singaraja Km. 17, Desa Pejarakan, Buleleng 81155, Bali, Indonesia

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Fairmont Sanur

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The Fairmont Sanur Resort, also known as the former Regent Hotel, located in the South of Bali, is a relaxing holiday destination for couples and families. Facing the ocean, the resort provides a 200 meter long private beach. Sanur is less crowded as Seminyak or Legian village. As a former fishing village, the area developed slowly into a more cultural area and is still central enough to highlight short ways to the fine dining and nightlife hotspots in Seminyak. The minimalistic architecture combines clear shapes with traditional Balinese wood scarving and floral elements.

Fairmont Sanur Lifestyle

Offering 120 exclusive suites and villas, the resort consists of four hectars lush tropical gardens, a spa and wellness area, the gym, two restaurants, one lounge and bar area, the pool, and one traditional temple. The private atmosphere is perfect to relax, doing sport, morning yoga next to the beach, read some books and it’s a perfect starting point for sightseeing day trips around the island.

All suites offer spacious room design, Wifi, LCD TV, air condition, mini bar, coffee-/tea making facilities, hair dryer, bath amenities, in-room safe and a private terrace including an oversized day-bed.


Every suite has ocean or garden view. Also impressive is the open architecture of the lobby and lounge area. In the evening you enjoy from time to time live music to celebrate the sunset. Moreover based on the location you experience a great sunrise in the morning, the sunset in the evening is less spectacular.

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What we really want to highlight is the privacy and exclusiveness of this resort. If you are looking for the vibrant party face of Bali, this is the wrong place for you. Indeed, in Sanur you find a more authentic and quiet lifestyle in comparison with other holiday destinations in the South of Bali. Obviously you will find this reflected in the Fairmont Sanur Hotel. The buildings surround a hinduistic temple and the spa building. This arrangement is very peaceful, tropical and traditional, too. The atmosphere is definitely inspired by the Balinese culture. That makes it the perfect match for travelers interested in the authentic Balinese lifestyle.

Sanur Beach is also less crowded than for example Legian beach. In Sanur you still find fishing boats, traditional houses and old people talking about the past while smoking a cigarete. Of course, there are also some tourists looking for attractions like snorkeling tours. For surfing the waves are not high enough on this beach.

Address: Jl. Kusuma Sari No.8, Sanur, Denpasar Sel., Kota Denpasar, Bali 80227, Indonesia

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Alila Villas Uluwatu

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The Alila Villas Uluwatu provide a quiet paradise to enjoy the beauty of nature and modern architecture. The infinity pool on top of the cliff is just one of the impressive highlights of this resort. The minimalistic architecture is based on dark wood, white walls and the intense green of tropical plants. The open architecture of the entrance area offers an unique panoramic view overlooking the Indian Ocean. The design follows an environmentally sustainable framework with Balinese accents out of wood, water, lava stone, bamboo, and rattan. Located on a clifftop plateau along the Southern coast on Bukit Peninsula, the resort is only 30 minutes from the airport away.

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The Alila Villas Uluwatu Lifestyle

Every one-bedroom villa provides an exclusive open design with private pool, cabana, open bathroom and offer Wifi, air condition, gourmet bar, coffee-/tea making facilities, hair dryer, bath amenities, in-room safe, butler service, and 24-hour room service.

Alila Villas Uluwatu

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All suites provide exclusive design and offer Wifi, LCD TV, air condition, mini bar, coffee-/tea making facilities, hair dryer, bath amenities, in-room safe.

Alila Villas Uluwatu

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While you find different international dishes in one restaurant, you find authentic Indonesian dishes in the The Warung. This covers Megibung, a traditional Balinese dining experience. People share a meal together off one plate. Be careful with the sambal selection. Some of them are really dangerous.

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Moreover considering the fact that most people stay in their private villa with pool, the infinity pool is less crowded. Even less people you will find on the private beach area because you need to walk more than 200 stairs down to the beach. The resort was built on a cliff but in the Balinese heat most people avoid to move too much. For this reason the private dream beach is a high recommendation to everyone who wants to experience real Robinson Crusoe feeling. The beach is sandy and there are some huge stones to give you shadow. Moreover you should take a pair of watershoes with you because there are stones, plants and crabs in the clear blue shallow water.

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The location on clifftop is a very scenic setting for weddings, honeymoon or very romantic holidays. You shouldn’t come here alone. It’s just the perfect surrounding for couples. On top of all the culinary pleasure, the dream beach and privacy you can find here great spa retreatments or courses in serial yoga above the cliff edge. For sure, this is one of those locations you will never forget in live. Besides the Alila Villas Uluwatu, Alila has also four other resorts in Bali: Alila Seminyak, Alila Manggis, Alila Ubud, and Alila Villas Soori.

Address: Jl. Belimbing Sari, Tambiyak, Pecatu, Kuta Selatan, Pecatu, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80364, Indonesia

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The Legian Seminyak

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The Legian Resort at Legian Beach/ Seminyak is one of the real classics in Bali. At this location Balinese culture and minimalistic interior design meets French lifestyle and exclusive perfection. There’s no better program in paradise than enjoying the colorful sunset on your private balcony lying on a daybed and listening to the traditional gamelan music.

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The Legian Lifestyle

67 sea-facing suites plus The Beach House create an outstanding tropical and timeless lifestyle. All suites have their own private balcony including a daybed while The Beach House is Bali’s ultimate waterfront address. Just across the street there is The Club at The Legian that consists of eleven one-bedroom-villas and three two-bedroom-villas. All of them have a private pool and butler service to guarantee your privacy.

All suites provide an exclusive and timeless design and offer Wifi, LCD TV, air condition, mini bar, coffee-/tea making facilities, hair dryer, bath amenities, in-room safe, and a daybed on the balcony. Of course, there is also a spa, a library and a restaurant with a terrifique sea-view terrace.

The Legian Seminyak

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Between beach and main building guests find two iconic infinity pools that reflect the sunset in the early evening. The Indian Ocean is simply too rough even for the strongest swimmers and it’s a great advantage to have a cristal-blue pool. Later in the evening the pool gets surrounded by fire bowls to color the fine dining experience in warm lights.

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A gread highlight at The Legian is the fine dining experience on the poolside terrace. Starting the evening with a sunset cocktail, you will be in love with the shimmering waves of the Indian Ocean and its soft reflections in the infinity pool. The cuisine of The Legian surprises you with an harmonic mixture of French and Southeast Asian flavors based on ingredients from the garden, sea and farm. Also for breakfast and lunch, it’s a great place to eat. The morning menu provides you a world tour from French toast and egg Benedict to Indonesian Nasi Goreng and tropical fruits.

The Legian Seminyak

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The location on the famous Legian Beach is central and in very short walking distance to the Kudeta Beachclub. Nevertheless it’s a more private and relaxed place because you don’t have to listen to the club sounds all day. Twice a day you get traditional gamelan music, that gives you a very Balinese feeling but it’s never too intense. The Legian is a great getaway for honeymoon, couples in love or also families – as long as the children are old enough not to look for special children programs.

Address: Jalan Kayu Aya, Seminyak, Kuta, Seminyak, Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia

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