Ed Linsley, New General Manager of Ayana Resort and Spa Bali

Ayana Resort and Spa Bali has announced the appointment of Ed Linsley as their new General Manager. Horst Shulze, founder and chief executive of Capella Hotel Group, personally led the selection process.

Mr. Linsley, a veteran industry leader with more than 22 years experience in hotels and resorts – 21 years of which were with Four Seasons Hotels – was previously Resort Manager of Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, before moving to Vietnam last year as General Manager of The Nam Hai Resort. He was drawn back to Bali by its people, and the opportunity to be part of what he considers a most visionary and inspiring hotel management company, Capella Hotel Group.

Alila Manggis Refurbishment Announcement

Alila Manggis in Candidasa will carry out room refurbishment project on 9 rooms. The project will commence on 10th November and is estimated to be completed on 10th December 2012. The project will be isolated from public view, fenced-in by elegant bamboo screens and will not disrupt the serenity of the resort.

Bali Mandira Renovation Update

Bali Mandira Beach Resort and Spa will commence new swimming pool renovation in one month time, on the 15th of November for a 6-months period. During the renovation, the infinity pool on top of the spa will still operate normally and there is a temporary pool area on the garden behind parasol restaurant.

During the 6-months period renovation, Bali Mandira will give complimentary half-board (lunch / dinner) buffet. The exception for this inclusive half board is special event dinners which are Christmas Eve dinner on the 24th of December, Christmas Brunch on the 25th December, and New Years Eve Gala dinner on the 31st December during 2012 period. The daily complimentary lunch buffet will be at Celagi main restaurant from 12.30 - 3.30 pm and daily complimentary dinner buffet will be also at our Celagi main restaurant from 6 - 10 pm.

Refurbishment at Intercontinental Bali Resort

Intercontinental Bali Resort has announced the refurbishment of Taman Gita Restaurant from 25th November to 10th December 2012. Taman Gita Restaurant will be closed during the renovation thus breakfast will be served at beautiful Jimbaran Garden Restaurant by the main pool and at Bella Cucina, facing the pool and beach. Taman Gita Restaurant will re open on 11th December 2012.

Amaroossa Suite Bali, New Hotel Collection of Kagum Hotels

Kagum Hotels management has opened their new hotel in Bali, Amaroossa Suite Bali, on 30 October 2012. This luxurious suite is located on Nusa Dua Hill, Taman Mumbul – Nusa Dua Bali, only 15 minutes drive-away from Ngurah Rai International Airport and only short driving distances from Jimbaran Bay and Nusa Dua shopping district. It is designed for optimal comfort and luxurious living with 4 different types of suites from executive suite to Royal Suite. There also special opening rate for booking period until 20th December 2012 (blackout dates on 23 December 2012 – 5 January 2013).

Regent Bali to Open on Early 2013

Regent Bali, a luxury resort situated on the eastern part of the Bali coastline and in the exclusive Sanur district, is scheduled to open March 2013. The resort features ten acres of tropical gardens with two hundred meters of golden beach, 94 suites, 1 beachfront Regent Villa, 25 Regent Residences, a Spa and two premier dining options. Contact us for bookings with special opening rate and details of the resort.

25% Discount from Matahari Beach Resort and Spa

Matahari Beach Resort and Spa on Desa Pemuteran, Seiririt – Gilimanuk, offers 25% discount for new bookings valid from 26th November until 21st December 2012.

The Mulia New Year Eve Program

The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas - Nusa Dua, Bali closes the year 2012 with a big bang and ready to shock the world with an exclusive New Year's Eve party featuring the global superstar Adam Lambert in his first ever performance in Indonesia at its brand new Grand Ballroom on 31 December 2012. American Idol 2009 alum, Adam Lambert was simply chosen due to his remarkable popularity and truly amazing powerhouse vocals ruled the stage, making him the perfect Mulia artist to end this year. Therefore The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas - Nusa Dua, Bali, offers their New Year Eve packages as below:

Mulia Resort at USD 2.300++
Inclusions : 5 nights stay at Mulia Grandeur Garden, daily breakfast at The Café and New Year Eve Dinner with Adam Lambert

The Mulia at USD 3.969++
Inclusions : 5 nights stay at Baron Suite Garden, daily breakfast at The Lounge or The Café and New Year Eve Dinner with Adam Lambert

Mulia Villas at USD 5.238++
Inclusions : 5 nights stay at 1-Bedroom Villa Garden, daily breakfast at Living Room or The Café and New Year Eve Dinner with Adam Lambert

Villa Taman di Blayu Renovation Announcement

Villa Taman di Blayu announces minor renovation of their villa's roof

The schedule is as follow :

• January 1st until January 31st, 2013 – 3 villas at west wing
• February 1st until February 28th, 2013 – 3 villas at east wing

During the renovation period, they will operate with 3 Deluxe and 2 Superior Villas available.