After skipped year of 2020, Ubud Village Jazz Festival (UVJF) did its very successful ‘revival’ in October 2021 with all restrictions and limitations and aligned with all of the pandemic protocols. Even though was a small and presented only national line ups, yet it became a milestone of the return of jazz concert, festivals and live music in Bali and Indonesia. This year, UVJF is ready to jazz up the island again and this one is going to be the 9th year consecutively. Taking place at ARMA Museum, Pengosekan, Ubud on August 12th – 13th 2022, UVJF is starting to invite international line ups again along with the travel relaxations policies and flight connections availability. This was further strengthened by the selection of the Ubud Village Jazz Festival as one of the events that passed the Kharisma Event Nusantara as an International Scale Event from the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of The Republic of...

The Westin Resort Nusa Dua in Bali is pleased to host two talented chefs and one outstanding mixologist, who will enhance the dining experiences of our guests. The culinary team will be led by the recently hired leader, Matthias Mittnacht, who will also be in charge of the Bali International Convention Center, the pride of the island. Next in line is the renowned cookbook author, Jason Licker, who incorporates sweet, salty, sour, and bitter flavors while combining textural contrast and temperature difference to enhance the property’s pastries and desserts. Marlon Hermanto, completing the trio, will take the guests on an extraordinary journey while they sip cocktails made from locally sourced and fresh ingredients. Chef Jason Licker Chef Jason Licker began his career with an internship at the Union Square Café in New York while enrolled in the Pastry Arts Program at the French Culinary Institute. Then, he offered to work for free...

A new destination that strengthens the small medium businesses (UMKM) and tourism economy of Bali for the better ATLAS Beach Fest, a new and iconic island-cosmopolitan experience like no other heads towards becoming the #1 Bali’s best destination, aiming to indulge visitors by providing an overall holiday experience through a remarkable lifestyle center of the fun, entertainment, and leisure. ATLAS Beach Fest opens its gates to the public on Tuesday, 19 July 2022. Wonder and amazement serenade visitors as they pass through the gates of the grand colosseum-like walls only to be excited and refreshed by the beauty of the majestic waterfall within. ATLAS Beach Fest itself is located with an area of 29,000 m² with various unique destinations for visitors to explore. In addition to culinary delights, ATLAS Beach Fest also has a beach club, department store and soon a nightclub. With a cultural range of more than 1,500 employees coming...

From 14 July to 14 August 2022, Meilleur Ouvrier de France ChefJean-Yves Leuranguer and Michelin-starred chefs join the resort’sculinary experts for a series of iconic programmes. Chef Eric Cocollos, The Apurva Kempinski Bali’s director of culinary, and Meilleur Ouvrier de France Chef Jean-Yves Leuranguer have invited four esteemed professionals for a world-class culinary celebration. The series of events, which are going to be held from 14 July to 14 August 2022, will provide a stage for Michelin-starred chefs Chef Olivier Elzer, Chef Damian Piscioneri, Chef Marc Lahoreau and Chef Gaetan Fiard, all of whom were once a student of Chef JeanYves Leuranguer. From a six-hands degustation dinner at Koral Restaurant and a fine omakase at Izakaya by OKU, to a special Brunchcation and afternoon-tea delight at Selasar Deli, the series of events will reunite the internationally acclaimed Chef Jean-Yves Leuranguer with his mentees. July will see...

31 assortments of dumplings are offered with full access to The Apurva Kempinski Bali facilities Bai Yun, the Chinese restaurant at The Apurva Kempinski Bali, announces its new Weekend Dim Sum Brunch offer. Featuring over 31 assortments of homemade steamed, fried and sweet dumplings, as well as gluten selections, this special menu is available at IDR 468,000++ per person from 12:00 to 15:00. Guests will also gain access to the 60-metre infinity pool and children’s slides, family watersports programme and beach activities. Chef’s specialities such as Peking duck are offered in addition to everyone’s favourite shrimp dumpling and shumai, fried selections such as wagyu spring roll and sweet plates and desserts. Meanwhile, side dishes such as congee and crab meat soup will complete the Cantonese experience. “We are excited to share this new programme with the guests,” General Manager Vincent Guironnet shared. “This all-you-can-eat...

A joint-venture initiative with Indonesia’s sustainable brands, in their efforts to reduce weddings’ carbon footprint The Apurva Kempinski Bali and partners have come together to inspire and seek ways of addressing the important topic of sustainability with another breakthrough at the resort, this time in the form of a Sustainable Wedding Package. To promote the activation of this movement, similar-minded key partners are invited. They are Designmill Co., SukkhaCitta, Puri Ata, Taga Woodcraft, Plaga Farm, Tanamera Coffee and Balian Water. Designmill Co. joined the project to lend their expertise with the decoration. Recycled paper papeteries, wooden chairs and potted plants are utilised to decorate the venue, with hanging natural fabric and printed customised motifs. The event decorator has brought fashion label Kaeen, who are known for sharing Indonesian creativity through their fabric. Another partner from the fashion industry is...

Often referred to as Bali’s younger sibling, Lombok is an unspoiled paradise: a laid-back island escape surrounded by some of the most picturesque palm-fringed beaches in Indonesia. Kempinski Hotels has been selected to become one of the first international hotel groups to operate a luxury resort on the island after signing a management agreement with Indonesian developer PT. Teluk Agung Alami to operate The Apurva Kempinski Lombok. The signing follows more than three years’ successful collaboration with the company at The Apurva Kempinski Bali, which opened in February 2019. Set on 14.3 hectares of spectacular beachfront in a secluded bay on the southwestern coast of the island, The Apurva Kempinski Lombok will be home to 200 suites and villas starting from a generous 65 sq m, placing them among the largest entry-level rooms in Indonesia. A world-class integrated spa and wellness facility will tap into Indonesia’s deep connections...

This 2022 programme portrays the rich diversity of Indonesia’s seven main regions translated through indigenous guest experiences The Apurva Kempinski Bali unveils its 2022 brand campaign entitled ‘Unity in Diversity’ – a celebration of the rich cultural diversity, heritage and philosophy of Indonesia’s seven main regions: Sumatra, Java, Nusa Tenggara, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Maluku and Papua. These will be part of the guest experiences throughout the resort, which portray mystical stories from those regions, their holistic treatments, culinary diversity, craftsmanship and traditional games. Throughout the year, there will be distinctive bi-monthly programmes, special events, exhibitions and displays by highly acclaimed artisans, all adding to the dizzying picture of Indonesia’s diversity. Each of the resort’s eclectic dining venues will invite guests to explore the traditional dishes of each region, while holistic wisdoms from...

The world-class French graffiti artist Cyril Kongo joins the resort in celebrating art and craftsmanship Establishing its distinctiveness as a true embodiment of Indonesia’s culture, diversity and craftsmanship, The Apurva Kempinski Bali is set to debut its avant-garde atelier in June 2021. This time, this award-winning resort is partnering up with highly acclaimed international graffiti artist Cyril Kongo, who has made headlines in the art world with his collaborations with Hermès, Richard Mille, Daum, La Cornue and Chanel. Ideally situated at the highest level of the resort, this Asian-French artist will transform the 144 sq m space into an iconic, bold and artistic atelier. Inspired by the unity in diversity of this majestic resort, Cyril Kongo has discovered the perfect stage to bring his art and effortless savoirfaire to Indonesia. “I feel grateful to have the opportunity to share my contemporary vision and savoir-faire with...