I'm delighted to settle once again into the editorial hot seat here at Karma Chronicles after an extended hiatus during which time I was not to be found sunning myself on the beach, but was concentrating on my role as GM of Karma Jimbaran - a position I thoroughly enjoyed. I have now handed over the reins to a new young man who I'm sure will prove a great asset. More about that in the news section. We have an action packed Chronicles for you this month. Our features section includes some ruminations on the whole Eat, Pray, Love phenomenon and how it relates to some of the latest developments at Karma. We also sit down with our new, dedicated sommelier, Karim Benramdane, who’ll be sharing some things he's heard on the grapevine as it were.
We also spotlight what is perhaps the most luxurious property in Bali (it just happens to be located at Karma Kandara). Our silver-tongued chef Simon Blaby ponders the relationship between 'Feud & Whine' in his regular Simon Says section, while we have a raft of exciting happenings to report on in our events section. We also look forward to a strong focus on wellness later in the year, as Karma welcomes some masters in a range of healing modalities. Karma looks towards sustainability in the news, as well as welcoming an exciting and dynamic new face to the team. There's more, but I don’t need to give everything away. Let me just wrap things up by wishing you a joyous June and more immediately, a riveting read...
ESPERANCA PATRICIO
Group Administration Director - South East Asia
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When US author Elizabeth Gilbert decided to turn a 30-something crisis into an opportunity by hitting the eastbound highway, taking in Italy, India and Bali, she could hardly have imagined just how big an impact her personal conquest would have on the world. If you're not with me, you will be in three words time. Eat, Pray, Love. With the Hollywood adaptation soon to hit cinemas, Bali looks set to go stratospheric...
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The Phase V development at Karma Kandara offers investors more choice than ever before, whilst retaining the five star quality for which the Karma brand is famous...
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Karma is delighted to announce the appointment of our new, dedicated sommelier, Karim Bendrandame. We're expecting big things from the Frenchman, who will be based at Karma Kandara. Karma Chronicles caught up with him as he prepares for a busy high season ahead...
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Bali is not short on spectacular properties - since the seventies it's been something of a magnet for those with a penchant for the grand aesthetic, from well healed bohemians building whimsical tree houses to bankers building faux renaissance palaces. Ranked amongst these remarkable properties is Karma Kandara's Grand Cliff Front Residence. An a propos for this residence, whose luxury is reassuringly understated...
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Feud and Whine
I remember very vividly (which is an event worth celebrating for me) an altercation between a wine waiter and a chef de cuisine at a posh hotel I once worked at. Kinda went like this...
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Following some unseasonably violent downpours over the last few weeks, it does seem that Bali has finally settled into a cradle of soft golden light and cool breezes that will hopefully see us through at least until October! With Bali becoming ever more popular, we're expecting an even greater influx of visitors this year - and those who aim to beat the August rush have much to look forward to this June and July with Karma, from culinary weekends to exciting product launches to wellness retreats...but first, we take a look back at some of the highlights of the last month...
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Zen's the word this month, as we look forward to a very special package showcasing a unique approach to rejuvenation that has been described as better than botox. We also highlight spiritual jewellery of the highest order, available now at all of our resorts...
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With an ever-growing stock of top quality products on its shelves, K-Boutique has all your holiday shopping needs covered...
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In the news this month - we look forward to a post high season month of healing and beautifying at Karma Kandara through the month of September. There's also a new GM at Karma Jimbaran and we report on our latest effort to help protect the environment, while Karma Samui celebrates its 4th anniversary...
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This edition, Perth's Sunday Times has a piece on John Spence and Karma's latest development in the Caribbean as well as reporting on Michelle Masters move from the Richardson Hotel across to Bali. A bit of a scoop for us. Meanwhile, Asia Spa magazine reported on Karma's first 'Spa Season' during the month of May, whilst Prestige magazine listed Karma Spa at Karma Kandara amongst its top Bali picks...
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This edition, we bring you a boy who has a lot to thank Karma for, in more ways than one, plus a UK songstress and a bevy of soccer stars bronzing themselves on the beach...
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Karma invites you to spend an extra night at one of our Bali resorts - on us. Plus a new package at Karma Samui, Romance at Karma Jimbaran and two paeans of luxury, one in the Aegean, one in the Indian Ocean...
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You've already had a brief introduction to our spiritual guides, who'll be joining us in September. We'll be bringing you an exclusive interview with the duo for those who are already intrigued. We'll also be previewing a slew of exciting high season events and taking a closer look at our new Gaia initiative, which is all about blending with the local ecosystem...including those pesky monkeys!...
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