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An Exotic Wine Dinner AT VIN+ Seminyak, Bali

An Exotic Wine Dinner AT VIN+ Seminyak, Bali

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On Friday, April 24th 2015 VIN+ Seminyak Bali had its’ very first wine dinner, featuring exotic Indonesian dishes by VIN+ Arcadia’s very own Executive Chef, Djoko Sarwono who has won the Iron Chef Indonesia award for 10 consecutive years. The Chef presented amouse bouche of salmon dabu dabu paired with KWV Pearly Bay Celebration Sparkling Rose from South Africa, Indonesian seafood salad with rujak juhi & fresh romaine lettuce paired with Wither Hills Pinot Gris of New Zealand, scallop & barramundi bumbu kuning paired with Chardonnay by Edwards of Margaret River, duo beef comprising of beef tenderloin with rendang sauce and stewed wagyu beef paired with Chateau Cissac from Bordeaux, and to finish a green creamy panna cota paired with El Gallo Dulce Ximenez from Spain. This first win...
Misool Eco Resort

Misool Eco Resort

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In term of ecosystem friendly, Misool Eco Resort has taken their commitment of providing the best leisure accommodation by not changing its amazing surroundings. This is one getaway in the midst of mesmerizing Raja Ampat that anyone would like to spend time in. Built back in 2008 on a former shark-finning camp, the award-winning Misool Eco Resort is an intimate private getaway in a wide archipelago of inhabited island of Batbitim. The nearest port is 165 km away, offering an ultimate sense of seclusion and laid back atmosphere. No pollution of any kind can penetrate the resort’s surrounding area; this includes signals for cell phones, which for many is not a bad thing. It allows one to soak up the natural beauty with the minimum of distractions. The commitment of Misool Eco Resort to ble...
Jeeva Klui

Jeeva Klui

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When a secluded location with all the comforts of modern and opulent facilities is a priority, Jeeve Klui, one of the secret gems of Lombok, should be put on the agenda for the next tropical holiday retreat. Situated at the edge of the Wallace Line, Jeeva Klui, is small luxury boutique resort overlooking the Indian Ocean to the islands of Bali and the sacred Mount Agung volcano. As the flagship of Jeeva Resorts, Jeeva Klui is committed to the use of recycled materials that reflect the architectural traditions and cultural diversity of Indonesia. The resort is one of only two resorts in Lombok that captures and recycles rain and wastewater. The accommodation here is made up of 35 villas and suites divided into several types; beachfront suites, beachfront villas and pool villas that are sp...
Arumdalu Private Resorts, Belitung

Arumdalu Private Resorts, Belitung

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[vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] For those looking for a pleasurable experience combined with the local charm of the Belitung Island, Arumdalu Private Resorts merits serious consideration. As one of Indonesia’s gems, this resort provides an ideal scenic getaway with superb accommodation. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Situated in the Membalong district amongst the beautiful islands of Belitung, just off the eastern coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, Arumdalu Private Resorts offers secluded, private and secure location villas with state-of-the-art facilities. It is designed with contemporary Indonesian art and style to reflect the natural surroundings and local culture with the use of mostly locally sourced materials. Warm earth colours dominate the interior of the villas ...
Bandung

Bandung

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[vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] West Java’s capitol and Indonesia’s third largest city, Bandung lies at the altitude of 768 metres and is surrounded by a verdant cover over the beautiful Parahyangan Mountains. Bandung has long been a popular getaway for the people from Jakarta and nearby regions. Here there are a number of natural sites and plantations to visit for refreshing moments around the city. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] One of the highly recommended natural sites around Bandung is the Kawah Putih Volcano just a short 50-kilometre drive from the city’s southern area. Opened to public since 1987, the volcano’s creator has a large, highly acid lake. This changes colour from blue to white, green and brown tinges depending on the concentration of the water’s ...
Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

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[vc_row][vc_column] [vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] Kota Kinabalu serves as the main city of the Sabah province in East Malaysia on Borneo. The city is a modern capital of warm hospitality and is situated in a spellbinding location of offshore islands with their long white sandy beaches and virgin coral reefs. The city itself has a backdrop of tropical rainforests almost to its back door. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Formerly known as Jesselton, Kota Kinabalu (or popularly reckoned as ‘KK’) is strategically located on the northwest coast of Borneo Island, facing the South China Sea. It is the main gateway and hub for tourist and travelers to reach several of the most sought-out tourism destinations in Malaysia. It lies right on the coastline close to Mount K...