The Laguna, Bali Goes Dark for Earth Hour 2011

By spending an hour in the dark, The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali joins millions around the world to send a powerful message about a brighter future for the planet. The hotel turn off its lights in observance of Earth Hour, the global environmental awareness event created by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).

Last year, Earth Hour 2010 became the biggest Earth Hour ever. A record 128 countries and territories joined the global display of climate action. Iconic buildings and landmarks from Asia Pacific to Europe and Africa to the Americas switched off. People across the world from all walks of life turned off their lights and came together in celebration and contemplation of the one thing we all have in common – our planet. Saturday, 26 March 2011 8.30P.M. – 9.30P.M.

Activities include minimising lighting in various areas and reducing the consumption of energy in other areas including turning off water falls, laundry machine and pump circulation. During this time you will notice a change in the resorts lighting, Restaurants and Bars will be full displayed by candles as well as the Lobby.
To enhance the guest Earth Hour 2011 experience, a special Food & Beverage and Spa treatment package has been designed to experience the sanctuary of the moment. A delightful romantic candlelight dinner at The Laguna’s Gazebo by the beach and moonlight massage at gazebo are not to be missed. To explore more about the resort, please visit www.luxurycollection.com/bali

Michelin Star Chef Marcello Fabbri at The St. Regis Bali Resort and The Laguna

Marcello Fabbri first gained experience in the kitchen of his Aunt’s hotel in Rimini at the age of 9 and when he turned 13, the Italian resolved to make a career of his passion for cooking. Marcello has worked under world class chefs such as Gino Angelini, who is today accepted as the best Italian chef in Los Angeles, Gualtiero Marchesi in Sardinia and Mario Gamba in Munich.

Marcello has been with Weimar’s historic Hotel Elephant since 1993 in the capacity of head chef at the Anna Amalia Restaurant and has established the restaurant as the top gourmet restaurant in the eastern part of the German Federation and with his enduring excellence; he led the restaurant to win an award in the Michelin Guide in November 2010. With this award, Anna Amalia is, for the eight time in a row, the only restaurant there to possess the coveted star in a long time.

Some prominent guests who have dined on Marcello’s creations include the German Chancellor Schroder, Russian Federation President Putin and singer Jennifer Lopez.

The St. Regis Bali Resort

Signature Beachfront Restaurant Kayuputi presents, for the second year running, an opulent and sumptuous a la carte menu on Saturday, 12 and Sunday, 13 February 2011, showcasing the defined creation of Michelin Star Chef, Marcello Fabbri together with the restaurant’s expert chefs.

Marcello will create an unforgettable dining experience as he invents a culinary extravaganza with his creative flair which extends from hand made lobster tortellini and lemon risotto with scallops Carpaccio and Karat oscetra caviar to an inspiring selection of main courses which include Tasmanian salmon gently poached in olive oil, slow braised local pigeon as well as grain fed Australian lamb loin bone-in, culminating in a decadent dessert of caramelized mango phyllo tart with pannacotta and peach-rosemary sorbet.

Guests can indulge in the Michelin Star Chef’s a la carte dishes or create for themselves a 3, 4 or 6 course set menu from the chef’s recommended a la carte dishes.

For more information or to make your reservation:
Email Secretary stregisbali@stregis.com or call Kayuputi direct at +62 361 300 678.
Alternatively visit www.balibeyondgourmet.com


The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali.

Be part of an epicurean journey with Michelin Star Chef Marcello Fabbri, who skillfully unfolds, for the second time, his culinary masterpiece, beginning with a unique cooking class on Sunday, 20 February 2011 at Café Lagoon at 12.00pm, where guests will meet Marcello and get an insight into techniques of cooking, learn all about the intrinsic of ingredients and flavours, and savour the 7 varieties of pasta dishes once prepared.

Guests can also partake of a delightful private dinner with a 7-course truffles menu specially created and prepared by the Michelin Star Chef on both Sunday, 20 and Monday, 21 February. The night commences with cocktails at 6:30pm followed by dinner at Mayang Sari restaurant.

20 February
Cooking class
Rp. 850,000

20 & 21 February
7-course dinner
Rp. 850,000
Rp. 1,200,000 (with wine pairing)

Prices are per person and NOT INCLUSIVE of 21% Government Tax and Service Charge.

For a culinary experience, please contact Food & Beverage Department
at tel +62 361 771327 or email thelaguna.nusaduabali@luxurycollection or visit www.luxurycollection.com/bali

Who had the First Taste at Starfih Bloo?

W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak has recently hosted a media and guests sneak preview of Starfish Bloo menu, specially curated by Jack Yoss-in the W Kitchen itself!

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The Laguna Bali Resort Welcomes The First Villa Guests

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali Warm Welcomes The First Villa Guests.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali welcomes the first villa guests on 16 December 2010. The guests are staying for two weeks at the new Laguna Pool Villas that recently opened.

Mr. Mark van Leeuwen, the Hotel Manager of The Laguna Bali had the pleasure to warm welcome the guests in the villa lobby accompanied by Executive Committees and Department Heads and toast with the guests.

The Laguna Bali Resort supports the Elementary School – SDN No. 6 Benoa with a set of Nature and Environment Book Series.

 

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali supports the Elementary School – SDN No. 6 Benoa by providing a set of Nature and Environment Book Series. The book presentation on Tuesday, 21 December 2010 presented by Human Resources Department on behalf of The Laguna Bali and was well received by the Head Master and Teachers of the school.

The book donation is part of the Starwood Cares “Care for Community” with the funds raised to the value of AUD 1,000 by FoodLink Pty Ltd Australia and officially presented by Mr. David Addison, the Managing Director of Avanti Event who organised the FoodLink event at The Laguna Bali last 28 October 2010. This gesture of goodwill by FoodLink Pty Ltd included text books and stationery to the SDN No. 6 Benoa, The Laguna’s mentoring school for the education of the children and is an intend of corporate social responsibility offering direct benefits to the children in the continued education.

The President of Republic of Indonesia, H.E. Dr. H. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono stays at The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua for specially opening the Bali Democratic Forum

The President of Republic of Indonesia, H.E. Dr. H. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono stays at The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua for specially opening the Bali Democratic Forum at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali’s Convention Centre from 8 December 2010 until 10 December 2010.

H.E. Dr. H. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Madame Ani Bambang Yudhoyono were welcomed by Mr. Frank Beck, the Managing Director of The St Regis Bali Resort and The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali together with Executive & Department Head members as well as the ambassadors of the resort at the VIP Entrance of The Laguna Bali.

On departure from the resort, H.E. Dr. H. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Madame Ani Bambang Yudhoyono were given an exceptional farewell by the Hotel Manager, Executive & Department Head members and various ambassadors with an indigenous Balinese experience.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali Receives A Gold Medal in The 11th Tri Hita Karana Tourism Awards Ceremony

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali was awarded with a second Gold level recognition in the prestigious the 11th Bali’s Tri Hita Karana Tourism Awards (THK) ceremony that took place at the Art Centre Building in Denpasar, Bali on Saturday, 4th December 2010. The award recognizes many resorts, hotels, schools, government institutions and tourist attractions in Bali organised by Bali Travel News. The award process is based on recognising accommodation operators, institutions and tourist attractions in Bali that embody high levels of service professionalism while at the same time embracing the indigenous spiritual and community values of Balinese culture.

The Gold recognition of Tri Hita Karana Awards recognizes the resort’s commitment to continue the effort to preserve the sustainable environment and Balinese culture to build a harmonious living in the resort and its surrounding communities. The Laguna Bali promotes the core of 3 pillars of Balinese concept of including; Parhyangan, Pawongan and Palemahan. The pillar of Parhyangan is the concept that relates to the harmonious relations between human to their God, Pawongan relates to the harmonious relationship between human to human and Palemahan which highlights the relations between human to its environment. These pillars are very similar to many of the hotels very own ‘Starwood Cares’ pillars including ‘Care to Associates’ (employees), ‘Care to Guests’, ‘Care to Business’ and ‘Care to Community’ which are actively promoted and applied in the resort.

This exceptional award recognition brings The Laguna Bali to the next level of luxury accommodation to position it amongst others in Bali with high attention, efforts and an ongoing effort to preserve Bali’s natural and cultural heritage to build and maintain a sustainable tourism environment in Bali.

The Laguna, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali Recognised 2010 Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali has been recognised by TripAdvisor for 2010 Certificate of Excellence with high score 4.5 rating. The 2010 Certificate of Excellence is specially signed by Ms. Christine Petersen, the President of TripAdvisor for Business.

We think a 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor is something you can be proud of and we hope you do too. So by placing this 2010 Certificate of Excellence where your guests can see it, you will be displaying one of the most powerful recommendations – the endorsement of other guests”, said Ms. Christine Petersen.

The Laguna Bali is committed to continue the service excellence by always providing a unique and indigenous experience to all guests while staying in the resort with warm and genuine Balinese hospitality.

Starwood Bali Hosted A Wonderful Evening with Executive Members of Flight Centre Australia

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali together with The St Regis Bali Resort, W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak and The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali recently hosted the Infinity Holidays Team Leader Conference from Flight Centre Australia for a wonderful cocktail and dinner.

Full choice of cocktails and mocktails were served at the Kul Kul Bar by the beach hosted by W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak followed by an exquisite buffet dinner at the Ocean Terrace by the beach hosted by The St Regis Bali Resort and The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali. The choice of appetisers, main course and desserts prepared by culinary team from both resorts which is lead by the award-winning Oscar Perez, the Director of Kitchens of The St Regis Bali Resort and I Made Putra, the Executive Chef of The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali. The evening concluded with after diner cocktails served at the Temple Garden of The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali with many Westin brand elements to lounge around on. This event is enhanced the strong partnership between Starwood Bali and Flight Centre Australia which is already established from years.

The FIRST W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak Happening at WooBar!

W Retreat & Spa Bali-Seminyak was held on Sunday, Nov 21 in conjunction with the very talented young Indonesian designer Arantxa Adi, hosted the sunset party to celebrate his 10th year in the fashion industry. The WooBar “Iced the minds” of 150 attendees including Media, Fashion savvy, Social elites, Actresses and Actors from Jakarta sipping cool bubbles and signature cocktails with tasty nibbles enjoying the spins of DJ Nanda.


More happenings to come….to be continued!

Hello Bali! Magazine featuring The Last Cocktail inspired by The Laguna Bali

It is pleased to share with you that our The Last Cocktail is featured by Hello Bali magazine in December edition. The Last Cocktail is one of the cocktail collections specially designed by The Luxury Collection and the cocktail is one of the highest selling drinks amongst others at our resort.

Hello Bali magazine is printed monthly for 20,000 copies and is circulated all around Bali and Lombok islands as well as key city in Indonesia such as Surabaya.

What is The Last Cocktail?


The Last Cocktail. The Luxury Collection signature cocktail embodies the wondrous experiences and memories of distinctive hotel destinations. Just as with each hotel and resort, The Last Cocktail unlocks an experience to be remembered and savored. As you sip on this lofty creation, the tastes and smells of the Italian countryside come to life. Combining the spiciness of dusted clove, the aroma of Italian juniper berries, the intoxicating flavor of fresh pear and rosemary, and the crisp light bubbles of locally produced prosecco, this uniquely subtle and complex concoction will give you a sensation synonymous with the elegance of The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts worldwide.

The Laguna, Bali Unveils New Luxury Private Pool Villas.

Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, November 2010, - The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa announces the new and luxurious private pool villas, debuting in 15 December 2010. The ten new luxurious private pool villas are in addition to the current 271 rooms and suites and each offer a unique tropical residence set apart from the crowd with an expansive garden area and a lavish private pool with a minimum 48 sqm size. The Villas will cater for the most discerning of global travellers seeking an opulent stay in private luxury, with exceptional personalised service and indigenous contemporary Balinese culture.

The Laguna Pool Villas consists of eight elegant one-bedroom Villas (462 sqm total space with 141 sqm of built area) and two luxurious two-bedroom Villas (750 sqm total space with 273 sqm of built space). Guests will be treated to an exceptional range of amenities for a memorable experience. The inviting pools are complimented by an enchanting private balè (gazebo) with comfortable lounge chairs to sink into by the pool, and a massage bed for a private outdoor massage treatment. The main entrance leads into a sublime vista of tranquil ponds and lush tropical gardens inside the villa grounds, exuding a peaceful atmosphere to relax and unwind within the privacy of these villas.

Upon arrival, guests are welcomed to The Laguna by their own personal butler with genuine local hospitality. A unique Balinese style in-villa check-in by the butler or private check-in at the lobby of the villas provides an extraordinary and memorable welcome experience for guests. In-room indulgences include full air-conditioning and attractive ceiling fans, with en-suite bathroom and an outdoor luxurious Balinese rain shower. Each villa features a cutting-edge Bose lifestyle entertainment centre, DVD/CD player including iPod dock, high-speed WiFi Internet access with broadband connection, 42-inch interactive flat screen plasma TV and range of DVD/CDs for use during the stay. Direct dial telephones with one-touch service are a feature of every Villa, meaning the personal butler can be summoned with a push of a button.


The Villa design luxuries include individually carved wall features incorporating locally sourced Palimanan stone and a refined marble and polished teak flooring. In addition, a signature, custom-made king bed with rich cotton linens and a ten layer smooth duvet with a pure smooth cotton bathrobe and slippers, exceptional Salvatore Ferragamo toiletries in a spacious bathroom and powder room and an additional indoor shower further enhance the comfort of the Villas. Guests traveling with a large amount of luggage will be happy to find a spacious walk-in wardrobe with a full size mirror, coupled with a large wooden writing table.

As part of The Luxury Collection®, The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali is a haven of relaxed luxury offering the highest level of personalised service to discerning travellers. Located in the exclusive Nusa Dua resort area, on Bali's most beautiful beach, a tranquil haven of tropical gardens and sparkling lagoons, the resort features 271 guestrooms and suites reflecting a contemporary Balinese style. The Lagoon Access Rooms allow guests to step from their private balcony directly into crystal-clear lagoon waters. The resort also features a 24-hour personalised Butler service, 3 restaurants and bars, meeting facilities and spa. www.luxurycollection.com/bali

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Mydaily.co.uk featuring The Laguna, Bali

The Laguna, Bali have been featured by MyDaily.co.uk and have been included in a round-up of the ten best film locations – Bali.



This is the following the recent ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ film. The Laguna’s epicurean package, to coincide with Galungan and Kuningan Day, is also included.

Odalan, a Hindu Temple Ceremony

Odalan, a Hindu Temple Ceremony at The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali is celebrating a traditional “Odalan” Hindu celebration on Wednesday, 15 September 2010 at the resort’s Temple. There are various activities organised by the Hindu Committee during the day including: joint prayer, Balinese offering making, Balinese dancing performances and many other associated Balinese rituals.

During the ceremony, The Laguna was invite in-house guest to experience these indigenous Balinese rituals starting from 19.00hrs and engage with many Balinese Ambassadors. All participants were advised to wear appropriate outfit during the ceremony to enjoy the celebration.

The Beauty of Giving

A Rhythm of Paradise by Gus Teja at The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali presents “The Beauty of Giving – A Rhythm of Paradise by Gus Teja” on Thursday, 23 September 2010 at Cascade Bar at 17.30hrs.

Agus Teja, known as Gus Teja, is a talented Balinese young musician from Junjungan village in Ubud, Bali, who creates his own musical instruments with specialisation in bamboo. Guitar, ancient bamboo flute and percussion provide a voice to wisdom and illumination. Gus Teja invites you to join his performances at The Laguna and receive a complimentary CD of Gus Teja’s latest album “Rhythm of Paradise”. Experience like Balinese as we will provide you traditional Balinese sarong, Balinese hat (udeng) or Balinese sash.

Savour the lavish cocktails and exquisite snacks while you enjoy the performances. A choice of 60 minutes authentic spa treatments; Balinese massage, Kelapa (Coconut) scrub or Lengis Nyuh (Coconut Oil) hair treatment using indigenous products enhance your memorable night to remember.

US$ 85++/person/package and price is subject to 21% government tax and service charge

For information and reservations, please contact:

• tel 62 361 771327 or
  
• e-mail: thelaguna.nusaduabali@luxurycollection.com

The event above is also designed in conjunction to support The Laguna’s annual UNICEF Check Out for Children Challenge 2010 which is a part of the annual fundraising challenge among the staff at Starwood Hotels and Resorts Asia Pacific. A photo exhibition showcased the award – winning Balinese artists specially photographed by young Bali based local photographer, Doddy Obenk and traditional Batik demonstration from Balibatiku followed by Batik exhibition and auction enhance the charity support experience. 100% of proceeds from the auction will be donated to UNICEF and the items sold from the exhibition, 50% of all proceeds will be donated to UNICEF.

Thousands of children are set to benefit from The Laguna’s latest fundraising event where vital funds will be raised for UNICEF immunisation projects in the Asia Pacific region.

A Show of Hands

The exceptional team of The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali are ready for “A Show of Hands” for the upcoming Business Development Week commencing 27 September until 1 October 2010.

Lead by Sales & Marketing Department, key ambassadors in the resort will provide full support in planned joint sales calls to key partners with the objective to shift the business to Starwood.

Blitz efforts started today with a coordination meeting, including the mandatory training session, followed by a joint prayer of success at The Laguna’s Temple. We are all ready for a fun “Show of Hands”.

Feasting Balinese Style

From the Lobby.com Starwood Preferred Guest


When you're staying at an exclusive resort, it's easy, sometimes, to forget that you're in a country — one with its own unique foods and culture. Fortunately the Laguna Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali does a fine job of bringing Bali into the resort through its centerpiece restaurant, Mayang Sari. The restaurant serves a modern Balinese menu crafted by award-winning chef Made Putra. It's the rare resort restaurant at which locals might join you for dinner.

Off the resort, make a reservation at one of the two locations of Bumbu Bali, where you'll feast like royalty on the rijstaffel, a traditional Balinese communal meal that in this case includes three appetizers, soup and seven main courses, along with vegetables, rice and multiple desserts.

Should you care to learn more about Balinese and Indonesian cooking, the Laguna Resort offers an Epicurean Expeditions package that includes a cooking class with Chef Putra, dinner at Mayang Sari, and a coffee table-worthy cookbook.

Destination Spotlight - Bali - Shred the Waves Like an Expert

From the Lobby.com Starwood Preferred Guest.

Destination Spotlight - Bali - Shred the Waves Like an Expert
Since the late 1960's, Bali has become one of the most popular surfing destinations in the world, with perfect waves, gorgeous beaches, and plenty to do when you hang up the board for the day.

For decades, its more than 20 top quality breaks have enticed some of the best surfers in the sport, but it's an ideal place for beginners as well. For travelers hoping to experience those tasty waves for themselves, there are many top-notch surf schools to choose from, where novices can get their feet wet and experienced surfers can improve their skills in one of the world's most beautiful tropical paradises.

• Odysseys Surfing School on Kuta Beach will teach surfers as young as seven years old with expert instruction on the fine arts of paddling out, catching a wave, and making frontside and backside turns.
• ProSurf School Bali at Halfway Kuta Beach specializes in the advanced skills necessary for shortboard surfing, teaching enthusiastic young surfers the rad moves that will get them noticed in the crowd.
  
• And Double D surf school on 66 Beach, Seminyak offers everything from half-day short courses to four-day immersion programs for you to pick up whatever surf skill you want, from riding goofy-footed to hanging ten.

What's Balinese for cowabunga? Starwood has three hotels in Bali, the The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, the Laguna Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali, and the St. Regis Bali Resort. The new W Retreat & Spa Bali - Seminyak will open its doors to guests on December 15, 2010.

Bali Celebrates the Annual Family Day with Fun-filled Activity

Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, August 2010,- The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali celebrates the annual family day in fun-filled setting by the beach of Nusa Dua.

The event was started with an aerobic session by 07.00am at the public square of Bali Tourism Development Corporation followed by Executive Committees, Department Heads, ambassadors and family including their children. The aerobic session was lead by professional female instructor which made all participants had fun with the early morning excitements.



The journey continued with a healthy walk back to the resort with all children receiving various coupons for lucky draw, meal, souvenir by the committees at the resort entrance, and then followed by a movie highlighting the indigenous Balinese life and profile of The Laguna at the lavish Balai Raya Ballroom.



The walk continued to the main venue at Bali Tourism Development Corporation’s public beach at Nusa Dua where music, dance and singing performances enhanced the celebration to all that attended. Children’s singing and fashion show competition are part of the excitements during the family day. A number of lucky draw prizes and awards of recognition was presented to the star children with great achievement at their schools and winner from various competitions at the community.



This annual event was organised by The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali to celebrate togetherness between the hotel and ambassadors including their family.

As The Laguna continue to make a harmonious living environment with its family and in respect to one of the pillars of Hindu religion Balinese concept, Pawongan which is related to the harmonious relations between human to human and also reflects to one of Starwood Care pillars, Care to Community.



These pillars are actively applied by the management and ambassadors of The Laguna Bali. With its continued commitment to the surrounding community and ambassadors, The Laguna Bali awarded Gold Medal in the 10th Tri Hita Karana (THK) Tourism Awards organised by Bali Travel News.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali Celebrates 10th Starwood Cares Anniversary

Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, July 2010,- The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali has recently celebrating the 10th Starwood Cares Anniversary with all Ambassadors in the elegant of Balai Raya Ballroom of the resort. There were series events organised which initiated by Learning & Development Department supported by other divisions of the resort, the event was completed in a memorable experiences. Quiz, Starwood Cares song competition, refreshment products knowledge and Starwood Cares and awards ceremony was presented to recognised number of Ambassador who have done exceptional performance on various areas which highlights the Starwood Cares pillars such as; care for Associates, care for Guests, care for Business and care for Community.

The 10th Starwood Cares Anniversary Ceremony officially acknowledged by Mr. David Cuddon, the General Manager of the resort, followed by video presentation from the Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ Leaders in the world highlighting the essence of Starwood Cares philosophy supporting the performance of the resort.