TownHall at InterContinental Bali Resort

It is our internal regular event where the executive committee engaged with all employees. Held at our Puri Kencana Ballroom on Thursday 06 March 2014, this event was host by Front Office department. Opening by acoustic Raka Sidan Band and Sexy dancer by Front Office department that make the event event more entertaining. Our General Manager, Mr. Michel Chertouh gave the opening speech followed by other executive committee’s presentations. It is a good chance to know the development of our company where we work. After…Continue Reading “TownHall at InterContinental Bali Resort”

#FamilyHoliday: Activities

HOLIDAYS. Kids love the word as it speaks to them of freedom and fun. Parents have a love-hate relationship with holidays. Going away on a #FamilyHoliday is fun but holidays cannot cover the entire break. So, here are some activities at InterContinental Bali Resort that help you keep your kids engaged and happy through the holiday break. Check our offer: http://bali.intercontinental.com/special-offers#family-time-out

#FamilyHoliday: WHERE TO STAY

So you’ve picked Bali as your destination and booked your flights, but exactly where are you all going to bed down? When it comes to accommodation, pick the type that genuinely appeals to you. Pick a hotel that both you and your children will enjoy, a family friendly hotel. Be realistic about what you can do with children in tow, you may need to compromise some of your ambitions to ensure that your kids enjoy the holiday too. There are no hard and fast rules…Continue Reading “#FamilyHoliday: WHERE TO STAY”

Travelling with Family. How to Make you #FamilyHoliday Runs Smoothly

Hello families from Singapore! Singapore school holiday will come very soon. Keen to have #FamilyHoliday in Bali? The first time you contemplate hitting the road as a family can feel fraught with potential disaster – you envisage being stuck without vital wet wipes, or seeing your precious toddler getting sucked into the chaos of an art market. Relax. It will be okay. It’s actually very satisfying exploring the world with your younger charges in tow. Some tips to help you having a smooth holiday with your family:…Continue Reading “Travelling with Family. How to Make you #FamilyHoliday Runs Smoothly”

Balinese New Year: Nyepi Day is Coming….

Every religion or culture all over the world has their own way to define and celebrate their new year. The Chinese have the Imlek year last month. The Moslem societies have their Muharam year, and any of the people over the world using the Gregorian calendar, celebrate the New Year on January 1st. Westerners open the New Year in revelry, however, in contrast, the Balinese open their New Year in silence. This is called Nyepi Day, the Balinese day of Silence. Although Nyepi is primarily…Continue Reading “Balinese New Year: Nyepi Day is Coming….”

Balinese Offerings

During your visit in Bali , you will undoubtedly step on a basket filled with rice and flowers or two. These are small offering baskets called ‘canang sari ‘ that Balinese offer to their Gods three times a day. What are these baskets for, and why do people place them on the sidewalks? These little tributes are perched all over the city and could be as simple as a small and fragrant frangipani adorning each and every step leading into a housing compound. The offerings…Continue Reading “Balinese Offerings”

Top Ten Must Visit Temples in Bali

No visit to Bali would be complete without a trip to see at least one of Bali’s temples. There are over 20,000 ‘pura’ (Balinese for temple) in Bali at last count, a widespread marker of Bali’s exuberant culture; you don’t have to make an effort to see all of them, but you do have to see at least a few of the temples listed below. Some temples can be seen within a single trip (Tirta Empul and Pura Gunung Kawi are both near Tampaksiring, for…Continue Reading “Top Ten Must Visit Temples in Bali”

Dos and Don’ts in Bali

Bali’s culture is one of the island’s main attractions – but tourists can unwittingly offend local Balinese by violating tenets of this culture without ever intending to. If you’re planning to mingle with the locals – and if you’re planning to visit one of Bali’s temples, this is definitely going to happen – follow the dos and don’t’s in this article to make sure you promote smooth interpersonal relationships wherever you go in Bali. Best Bali Etiquette Tip: Dress modestly before entering a temple in Bali. Temple…Continue Reading “Dos and Don’ts in Bali”

Another Award Another Recognition!

Spa Uluwatu at Intercontinental Bali Resort nominated as 2014 world luxury spa. VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE SPA NOW The 2014 World Luxury Spa Awards Voting is now underway. To cast your valuable vote Please go to: http://www.luxuryhotelawards.com/vote-spa

THE ART OF GIVING for #PerfectBusinessDinner

In some countries, presenting of gifts is common and expected. In others, it is considered impolite. It is necessary to understand the occasion and setting to decide if gifts should be prepared, and which types are befitting of the cultural backgrounds of your hosts or guests. While expectations and practices will differ in each country, it is always appreciated when you present a gift brought from your own country. There are certain restrictions you will need to be mindful of though. In China, avoid wrapping gifts in white or black as these colours symbolize death and tragedy. You…Continue Reading “THE ART OF GIVING for #PerfectBusinessDinner”