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The Chedi Sakala Bali is the luxurious home of a professional and, fast becoming well-reputed, new spa. Located on Tanjung Benoa, it’s in a popular beach area easily accessible to most staying on the southeastern coast of the island. Visiting Chedi Sakala’s Spa f…
Magnificent grounds flourishing with lush tropical gardens and, filled with local sculptures and architecture, make Padma Resort Bali at Legian a superb choice for accommodation not far from the airport. Prime position on Legian Beach and a minute’s walk t…
Celebrity Service Signature Karma Kandara service begins at the airport. I don’t mean at arrivals with resort transfer, I mean from the moment we disembark the plane! I curiously hear my name and realize the smiley man in a collarless suit is addressing me. Wor…
Mozaic has been one of those names synonymous with an exceptional food and beverage experience in Bali for as long as I’ve been visiting the island. Executive chef James Ephraim, formerly sous chef at the highly esteemed Mozaic Ubud, is now in charge of the rela…
Sakala Bali Entrance We enjoyed our lunch so much at Sakala Bali that we’ve decided to return for tapas. For an introduction to this gourmet paradise, see my lunch impressions here. For now though, I jump straight into our evening experience. Sunset Swim Up Bar and …
For an unforgettable and truly magical experience in Bali, we book in for a spa treatment followed by a cliff top candlelit dinner at Karma Spa, at Karma Kandara Ungasan. Karma Kandara Resorts certainly know how to make the most of a location and the cliff spa, ov…
The arrival to Karma Beach is just as much a part of the awe-inspiring experience as the club itself. An 85 metre hill tram glides guests down a striking limestone cliff. An alternative route of 350 steps is too a rewarding path. Dropping from the bluff top, lush g…
It just would not be right to leave Bali without having had a complete spa indulgence, and Heavenly Spa by Westin takes luxuriating very seriously. Newly opened, pale woods, verdant views, contemporary design and, state of the art facilities characterize th…
Jimbaran offers a fine location to view the sunset in Bali and, as such is lined with beach bars, ranging from plastic stools in the sand to sophisticated set ups with cocktails created by world famous mixologists. Sunset Beach Bar and Grill We found ourselves on…
Tenkai Japanese restaurant is located poolside at Padma Resort Bali at Legian. Apparently it’s the only Japanese restaurant in the area so is quite popular with both in house and visiting guests. Dining Area There are a couple of teppanyaki barbecues but also r…
Entering the InterContinental Bali you can’t help but slow your pace of breathing. The grounds are expansive, lined with palm trees and backed with the sea. Smiles and soft bows greet all who arrive. Dining Room We’re here to dine in InterContinental Bali’s Jap…
In search for some of the best dining in Bali, our quest ended with a stunning conclusion at Sakala Bali. On the beachfront directly across from the Chedi Sakala resort, Sakala Bali proffers palm-lined Indian Ocean views from both its chilled indoor setting an…