Readers of Travel & Leisure magazine have for the sixth time voted Bali the Best Island in the World, which is a pretty big deal when you consider that there are over 17,000 islands in Indonesia alone and probably 100,000 inhabited islands around the world. Last year, Bali lost the top spot to the Galapagos Islands, but in 2009 it regained the title with ease. That popularity was reflected in August as the island swelled with an influx of visitors, the more discerning of whom stayed at Karma Jimbaran and Karma Kandara, both of which were thronged with guests. And September has barely let up. In the wake of such a prestigious award, now seemed like a good time to reflect on Bali and all the island has to offer. And speaking of prestigious awards, di Mare at Karma Kandara was honoured as one of the best restaurants in Indonesia by Tatler magazine – once again a feature seemed timely.
We also take a closer look at the new Oyster Lounge at Mead’s at Karma Jimbaran and a cause that’s close to Karma Chairman, John Spence’s heart, Christel House in Bangalore India, which has a genuinely forward approach to support disadvantaged kids. Plus some exciting new appointments, celebrity sightings and some special offers you won’t want to miss...
CLINTON ALBUQUERQUE
GROUP CREATIVE DIRECTOR
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Why was Bali voted World’s Best Island 2009 by readers of Travel & Leisure? Was it the beaches? The iridescent rice paddies? The influx of high end restaurants, boutiques and resorts perhaps? Or is it all the leisure options on offer? It’s all of the above, plus a little something called culture...
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The human race’s culinary love affair with this most hallowed of bivalve molluscs, dates back to prehistory. It is difficult to say whether our hunter-gatherer ancestors were susceptible to the oyster’s alleged aphrodisiac properties; what is certain is that they could never enjoy them on ice with a crisp chardonnay. Thank heaven, then, for progress – and for the new Oyster Lounge at Mead’s...
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Karma chairman John Spence may be an outstanding entrepreneur and hospitality pioneer, but he’s also a keen philanthropist. Christel House is one charity that is particularly close to his heart...
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There are a lot of things to consider when it comes to creating an exceptional fine dining restaurant. You need to serve great food, in the right environment, with attentive yet unobtrusive service. We’ve been trying to get all these things right at di Mare, Karma Kandara since opening a year and a half ago and it seems to be working – at least Tatler Indonesia magazine seems to think so – they just voted us one of Indonesia’s Best Restaurants...
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This month, we report on two exciting new appointments across the Karma Collection, in the realms of food and beverage, sales and marketing. Margarita Bellchambers joins us as the new F&B manager at Karma Samui, while Ms.Patcharee Saphanurat takes up the Financial Controller role for Karma Samui...
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Karma Collection is no stranger to celebrity. Perhaps it’s the combination of 5 star boutique hotel service, magical location and the exclusive privacy of our villas that sends them our way...
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Warren Mead, progenitor of Mead’s at Karma Jimbaran and perhaps Perth’s most famous restaurateur is the subject of an extensive feature in the Sunday Times this month. There’s also a glowing review of Karma Kandara in UK lifestyle magazine Karen. Plus we’d like to draw your attention to the Karma Blog, where you can find up to the minute news on all things Karma. It also offers a great way to send us your feedback via the comments section...
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We’re constantly coming up with new ways for you to get the most out of Karma – from a range of packages designed for couples, families and groups including extra benefits to our Dutch Auctions, where if the dates fit you could enjoy a stay at Karma at drastically reduced prices...
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In the October edition of Karma Chronicles we unveil the much anticipated Karma Kameleon Card, which will open up a world of privileged services to members. We’ll be explaining exactly what Karma Kameleon can do for you and will give news of the launch, which will take place in conjunction with the launch of the exclusive Karma retail line, which will include luxury items specially commissioned from lead designers. Plus for the celebrity spotters out there, we’ll soon be welcoming seven famous – and we might add extremely fit – guests at one of our resorts. Keep Karma...
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