A WEEK TO SHARE AND APPRECIATE

Marriott Bahrain Celebrates the Associate Appreciation Week 2012

Manama, Bahrain – June 13, 2012 – The Marriott Executive Apartments Manama Bahrain and Residence Inn by Marriott Manama Juffair celebrated "Associate Appreciation Week 2012" (AAW 2012). Starting from 19 to 24 May 2012, all Marriott properties around the world celebrated the week with lots of activities and events.

This week provides the opportunity to thank associates for everything they do every day to embody our enduring core values. Their hard work, commitment and dedication to our business and its people keep our operations running smoothly, our guests coming back, and the communities we serve a better place.

In Bahrain, the 6-days event was filled with various fun activities such as games, competitions, raffles, entertainment and a party on the last day of the week. More than 200 associates from different departments participated in this great annual event.

Also during this week the Marriott Executive Apartments Manama, Bahrain hosted a "Blood Donation Campaign".  The event is part of its corporate core values "Spirit to Serve Our Communities". This is an integral part of the Associate Appreciation Week, giving associates the opportunity to serve their local community.

Working together with Bahrain Blood Bank (BBB), the blood donation campaign started from 9am to 12pm. More than 30 associates, guests and residents of the MEA Bahrain volunteered in the program.

General Manager Sam Van Campenhout said that the event is dedicated for the company's most valuable asset; our associates. "This week, our entire company was very grateful to celebrate our associate's hard work and dedication to serve our guests and communities".

Human Resources Manager Loay Mamdouh said "Appreciation week is one of the opportunities where we show our associates the Marriott philosophy of saying, if we take care of the associates, associates will take care of the guests, and the guests will come back."

"I believe that associates satisfaction is the most important tool to retain our workforce, and we should always focus on this, especially in the present tough competing environment," added Loay.

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Marriott Executive Apartments, the upscale serviced apartment brand of Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) will nearly double in size in the next 36 months to respond to a growing need in many emerging markets for long-term stay lodging for executive expatriates needing spacious housing and hotel amenities.  Including Bahrain, Marriott operates 17 Marriott Executive Apartments in 14 countries outside the U.S., and 14 more hotels are planned in countries such as Qatar, Thailand, Egypt, China, India, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,100 lodging properties in the United States and 66 other countries and territories.  Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club, Horizons by Marriott Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Club and Grand Residences by Marriott brands; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers.  The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Md., and had approximately 151,000 employees at 2007 year-end.  It is ranked as the lodging industry’s most admired company and one of the best companies to work for by FORTUNE^®, and has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with the 2007 Sustained Excellence Award and Partner of the Year since 2004.  In fiscal year 2007, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of $13 billion.  For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com.


Press Contact:

Oriadna J. Ortega (Marketing & PR Executive)

Marriott Executive Apartments Manama

P.O. Box 76151, Al Fateh - Manama

Kingdom of Bahrain

Tel: +973 17 363 999

Fax: +973 17 363 888

Mob: +973 36 200 755

mea.baher.sales.exec1@marriott.com

www.meabahrain.com

THE LUXURY COLLECTION HOTELS & RESORTS CONTINUES REMARKABLE GLOBAL GROWTH ILLUSTRATIVE OF NEW LUXURY TRAVEL TRENDS

Opening Ten Hotels & Resorts in Asia Pacific within Twelve Months,

The Luxury Collection is On Track to Surpass 90 Hotels by 2016

New York, NY – June 11, 2012 – On the heels of the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Asia, The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts announces plans to continue its growth momentum globally with the debut of ten hotels and resorts in vibrant gateway cities and exotic resort destinations including Shanghai and Sanya in China, Jaipur and Chennai in India, the Blue Mountains in Australia as well as Koh Samui, Thailand and Jakarta, Indonesia. With this milestone, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. (NYSE: HOT) continues to stand out as the world’s leader in luxury hospitality, with more hotels in more markets than any competitor in the luxury segment, offering guests exceptional service levels and luxury experiences in a wide range of destinations across the globe.

The Luxury Collection is an ensemble of more than 80 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in 30 countries around the world with new construction and conversion properties that span China, India, Indonesia, Thailand and Australia. Offering the brand’s signature Luxury Collection Concierge service, luxury amenities and indigenous cultural experiences, these spectacular new hotels join the brand’s distinguished portfolio as portals for guests to discover each destination.

“This is a milestone for The Luxury Collection as we open ten new hotels and resorts – the most of any year in the brand’s history,” says Paul James, Global Brand Leader, St. Regis and The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts. “As a new generation of global affluent travelers emerge, we are strategically growing our portfolio beyond the traditional luxury grid and in diverse destinations, like China’s Hainan Island and India’s Chennai, that have become important hubs for business and leisure.”

The Luxury Collection Expands its Portfolio in China
The Royal Begonia, a Luxury Collection Resort, Sanya will debut in August 2012 as the brand’s first resort in China, situated on the idyllic and intimate beachfront of Hainan Island. Surrounded by tropical gardens and lush forested hills on the South China Sea, The Royal Begonia will offer authentic and exceptional experiences that promise to exceed the most savvy global travelers’ expectations. All 142 guest rooms in the seaside retreat blend European elegance with local inspiration and open onto a large balcony, offering unobstructed views of the oceanfront or tropical gardens. Eighteen luxury villas each will feature a private pool, courtyard gardens, sophisticated interiors and high-tech amenities.

In September 2012, Twelve at Hengshan, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Shanghai will open in one of the most historic and romantic areas of Shanghai. The 171-room residential-style hotel is situated on the tree-lined Hengshan Road, drawing inspiration from the area’s rich heritage, updated with contemporary designer flourishes. The exquisite interior design was created by renowned-design duo Yabu Pushelberg, offering an ambiance of distinguished opulence. Italy-based Mario Botta, known for the iconic San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Seoul’s Samsung Museum of Art, led the architecture and design of the exteriors.

The Royal Begonia in Sanya and Twelve at Hengshan in Shanghai will join The Hongta Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Shanghai, which became part of the portfolio earlier this year. The hotel, formerly The St. Regis Shanghai, will undergo a meticulous renovation of $20 million to be completed in phases over the next two years, reaffirming the hotel’s position as Shanghai’s premier luxury destination. Previously named among the top hotels on Conde Nast Traveler’s Gold List and one of the top business hotels in Travel + Leisure, the hotel is celebrated for its unique ability to marry tradition and modernity through its authentic architecture and high standards of refined service. The hotel will continue to feature the 328 sumptuously appointed guest rooms and suites, the award winning Danieli’s Restaurant and a luxurious spa with customized treatments with local ingredients and therapies.

Looking ahead, The Castle, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dalian set in a striking castle design overlooking Xinghai Bay, Northern China’s financial and tourism capital, is scheduled to open in 2014. The 1958, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Suzhou will debut in July 2015.

The Luxury Collection Opens its Tenth Hotel in India
The Luxury Collection will reach ten hotels in India this August with the debut of ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai, making India the brand’s second largest market behind only the United States. Situated in the city of Chennai, the capital of cultural and economic activity in Southern India, ITC Grand Chola has been built to recall the grandeur of a golden era in Indian history. The magnificent edifice consists of three separate wings which house one of the largest banquet and exhibition spaces in the country, a sprawling 27,000 square foot luxury retail center and spectacular recreational facilities, including the WelcomArt Gallery, which boasts an impressive collection from some of the most renowned artists in India.

ITC Grand Chola will join nine celebrated and iconic properties that span all of India: from the cosmopolitan south Mumbai’s ITC Grand Central to the elegant ITC Maratha at North Mumbai, from Agra’s regal ITC Mughal steps away from the Taj Majal to the iconic ITC Maurya situated in the exclusive diplomatic enclave of New Delhi and the ITC Rajputana, Jaipur, which joined The Luxury Collection recently in November 2011.

The Luxury Collection Debuts Second Hotel in Indonesia
Located in the heart of Indonesia’s capital and situated at Jalan Thamrin, one of the most prestigious addresses in the city, Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Jakarta opened in April 2012 joining The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Bali as the brand’s second hotel in Indonesia. Keraton at The Plaza is a distinct and intimate luxury hotel offering a unique, modern interpretation of the rich Indonesian culture. Connoting ‘palace’ in Javanese, Keraton at The Plaza features an intimate 140 sumptuously appointed guest rooms and suites, each a haven of Javanese luxury with floor-to-ceiling windows and state of the art in-room technology.

The Sarasvati, a Luxury Collection Resort, Bali is scheduled to open in January 2014 as an intimate 64 room resort overlooking the crystalline Indian Ocean on a pristine beach, offering complete serenity and indigenous experiences.

The Luxury Collection Grows Portfolio in Thailand
On the heels of the debut of Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket in November 2011, The Luxury Collection has announced that Vana Belle, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Koh Samui will be the brand’s third property in Thailand opening in December 2012. Vana Belle Resort & Spa is an 80-room retreat situated on the Gulf of Thailand and fringed by verdant surroundings. A majestic tropical haven located approximately 50 miles off the eastern coast of Southern Thailand, Koh Samui’s ivory beaches are peppered with characteristic coconut trees and bordered by sparkling turquoise waters; and the resort is poised to redefine luxury for the region.

The Luxury Collection Debuts in Australia
This February, Starwood introduced The Luxury Collection brand to Australia with the signings of two renowned resorts with a rich heritage: Lilianfels and Echoes, both Luxury Collection Resorts in the Blue Mountains, Australia.

Lilianfels is the former residence of New South Wale’s Chief of Justice, dating back to 1889 and now features 85 guest rooms and suites, two restaurants, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a floodlit tennis court and an impressive luxury spa. Lilianfels was named the Leading Resort in Australia by World Travel Awards in addition to being honored on Travel & Leisure’s Top Five Resorts in the Oceana region in 2011.

Adjacent to Lilianfels, Echoes is a former retreat for a renowned Australian writer Thomas Keneally. Perched at the very edge of the Jamison Valley at Echo Point in the Blue Mountains, the resort offers guests an intimate experience with 14 contemporary-designed rooms and suites featuring an uninterrupted and panoramic view of the National Park. Refined facilities include award-winning Echoes Restaurant, the private spa and sauna.

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About The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts
The Luxury Collection® is an ensemble of hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world’s most exciting and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination’s indigenous charms and treasures. Magnificent décor, spectacular settings, impeccable service and the latest modern conveniences combine to provide a uniquely enriching experience. Originated in 1906 under the CIGA brand as a collection of Europe’s most celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble of more than 75 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 30 countries in bustling cities and spectacular destinations around the world. The Luxury Collection includes award-winning properties that continuously exceed guest expectations by offering unparalleled service, style and class while celebrating each hotel’s distinctive heritage and unique character. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world’s finest. For more information, please visit www.luxurycollection.com

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 1,103 properties in nearly 100 countries and 154,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, Aloft®, and ElementSM. The Company boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., a premier provider of world-class vacation experiences through villa-style resorts and privileged access to Starwood brands. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com

Press Contact:
Alethea Lam
DIRECTOR, CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
Phone: 65 6335 4837
Fax: 65 6335 4820
STARWOOD ASIA PACIFIC HOTEL & RESORTS PTE.LTD.
9 TEMASEK BOULEVARD, #24-02
SUNTEC TOWER TWO
SINGAPORE 038989

Sumptuous Mediterranean Delights by Michelin-Starred Chef Lionel Levy

Jakarta, June 11th 2012 – A destination for excellent French cuisine and the ideal place for the arrival of Michelin star chefs in Jakarta, Lyon restaurant is set to serve up distinctive treats for Jakarta’s discerning food enthusiast from one of best and most renowned French chefs in the industry, Chef Lionel Lévy, from 28 to 30 June 2012.

The French are notoriously proud of their cuisine, so it is extra surprising that a new crop of young, ambitious French chefs are beginning to ignore French tradition and look outwards.  Chef Lionel Lévy, whose Restaurant’s Une Table au Sud earned a Michelin star a few years ago, is one such chef.  Making his way from Vieux-Port of Marseille, Chef Lionel Lévy blends in sophistication and edginess in his creations to create an explosion for the senses that surprises both the eye and taste bud.

Chef Lionel Lévy

A man with a lot of curiosity, a taste of risk and an exploratory mind, Chef Lévy spent a lot of his time in his youth at his neighbour’s kitchen, a Moroccan restaurant owner who reminded him of his grandmother.  Later, his childhood experience inspired him to attend hospitality school in Toulouse, but what made him a star chef and where he developed his skills was from his experience of working under great chefs.  From Chef Gérard Garrigues, where he learnt to give the best to everything; Chef Yves Camdeborde where he discovered how to get everything from almost nothing; Chef Eric D’frechon where he learnt to maximize efficiency; to Chef Alain Ducasse where he acquired his sense of perfection, Chef Lévy has never stopped learning.

Inspired by the Mediterranean Sea, its colours, spices and products, Chef Lévy mixes soft and crunchy ingredients with fresh and vibrant flavours ensuring each plate is generously filled with ingenious, unexpected and harmonious mixes to arouse the appetite.  Just a few of the dishes that will appear on the menu include: Revisited Classic Anchoïade with vegetable ratatouille, anchovy espuma and fennel chick pea flour shortbread; Lobster with osso bucco, bisque broth and seasonal carrots; and Crème Brûlée pastis with perserved black olives and green anise biscuit.

Carpaccio de Loup by Lionel Levy

Discover the exquisite taste of Chef Lévy’s specialties in a two-course set menu priced at IDR638,000++, three-course set menu at IDR788,000++, or a six-course degustation menu at IDR 1,588,000++.  For a complete experience, join the Chef’s Table priced at IDR2,588,000++ (for a minimum of four people and maximum of six people) or sign up for a cooking demo offering hands on experience in a Michelin Starred kitchen at IDR 988,000++ includes two-course lunch and certificate.

For further information or reservations, please call Lyon at +62 (21) 2993 8888 or email mojkt-lyon@mohg.com.

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world's most prestigious hotels and resorts. The Group now operates, or has under development, 42 hotels representing over 10,000 rooms in 27 countries, with 18 hotels in Asia, 12 in The Americas and 12 in Europe and the Middle East. In addition, the Group operates, or has under development, 13 Residences at Mandarin Oriental connected to its properties. 

Photography of Mandarin Oriental is available to download, in high and low resolution, in the Photo Library of our Media section, at www.mandarinoriental.com
Visit Destination MO (www.destinationMO.info), the online version of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s bespoke publication, MO. News about our award-winning hotels, the best dining experiences, spa treatments, travel retreats and interviews with the Group’s celebrity fans is now just a click away. 

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Press Contact:

Endamia Karina

Head of Communications

Phone: +62 21 2993 8987

www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta

endamiak@mohg.com

Malinda Yasmin 

Communications Executive

Phone: +62 21 2993 8986
malinday@mohg.com

Penutupan Printemps Français 2012 di Jakarta

CHINESE MAN

Band Pembuka: Dub Youth

Rolling Stone Indonesia

Sabtu, 16 Juni 2012 – 20.00

Chinese Man, kelompok DJ dari Marseille telah menuai sukses internasional dengan dua album “Groove Session” perdananya. Di Album ketiga “Racing with the sun”, mereka memperlihatkan seluruh bakatnya. Grup Dub Youth dari Indonesia yang bertemu dengan mereka di sebuah konser di Yogyakarta pada tahun 2009, berkolaborasi dalam album ini dan memberikan nuansa musik Jawa.

Tiga DJ, yakni Zé Matéo, Sly, dan High Ku, pada tahun 2005 berkomitmen untuk membuat single berjudul “The Pandi Groove EP”. Single ini merupakan campuran dari berbagai pengaruh aliran musik di zaman orang tua mereka: Reggae, Brazilian Baile Funk dan Old School Hip Hop. Dengan keberhasilannya single ini, mereka memperluas kreasinya dengan partisipasi dari Leo Le Bug, seorang produser yang terkenal dengan aliran psychedelic Hip hop era.

Setelah The Indi Groove EP, Chinese Man merilis CD kompilasi perdana mereka di tahun 2007, The Groove Sessions Vol. 1. Album retrospektif ini menggabungkan 12 lagu dari kisah-kisah perjalanan Chinese Man dan para pendengarnya.

Ciri khas Chinese Man mudah dikenali: mereka mencampurkan musik film, etnik, funk, jazz, reggae dan hip-hop. Kreasi musikal mereka membentuk mozaik yang benar-benar hidup, dibawakan di atas panggung dengan penampilan VJ yang luar biasa. Di tengah kegembiraan atas rilisnya volume ke-2 dari Groove Sessions, Chinese Man tidak pernah lelah untuk mempersiapkan gaya baru untuk penampilan panggungnya. High Ku, Sly dan Zé Mateo senantiasa mempertajam kreativitasnya dan siap bersaing dengan musisi-musisi lain.

Kelompok DJ ini mencapai puncak ketenaran berkat single “I’ve Got That Tune,” yang sempat menjadi musik bagi iklan raksasa perusahaan mobil asal Jerman. Single ini juga menjadi lagu tema bagi festival film Prancis di Hongkong.

MUSISI:

DJ           : Zé Matéo

Sly

High Ku

MC          : Taiwan MC

DISKOGRAFI:

Album

·                     Racing With The Sun / Remix With Sun               (2012)

·                     Racing With The Sun                                         (2011)

·                     The Groove Sessions Vol.2                                 (2009)

·                     The Groove Sessions Vol.1                                 (2007)

Single & EP

·                     Miss Chang                                                       (2011)

·                     Hong Kong Dragon Speaking                              (2009)

·                     The Bunni Groove EP                                         (2006)

·                     The Indi Groove EP                                            (2006)

·                     The Pandi Groove EP                                         (2005)

Video

·                     The Groove Sessions DVD                                  (2010)

WEBSITE:

Chinese Man

www.chinesemanrecords.com

www.myspace.com/chinesemanrecords

www.facebook.com/chineseman

www.twitter.com/#!/chinesemanrec

www.mixcloud.com/chineseman

Dub Youth

www.myspace.com/dubyouth

Partenaires officiels | Official partners

Groovia Lite Telkom, Le Méridien Jakarta, Oh La La Cafe, Sheraton Surabaya, Total E&P Indonésie, Weda Bay Nickel

Partenaires associés | Associate partners

Ibis Bandung

Bekerjasama dengan | En collaboration avec | In collaboration with :

Rolling Stone Indonesia, Chinese Man Records, Rane

Didukung oleh | Avec le soutien de | Supported by :

Institut Français + PACA, SPEDIDAM, Aqua Danone

Rekan Media | Partenaires Médias | Media Partners :

Metro TV, Femina, Dewi, Pesona, Men’s Health, Reader’s Digest, CitaCinta, Gadis, Cleo, Grazia, Fit, Parenting, Best Life, U FM, Berita Satu.com, Jakarta Globe, Suara Pembaruan, Kemang Buzz, Student Globe, Campus Life, Media Indonesia, Koran Tempo, Kompas, RRI, NOW!Jakarta, Koran Jakarta, Provoke, Hard Rock FM, Trax FM, Cosmopolitan FM, 8Bars, Kaskus, Djakarta!The Magazine

Untuk informasi lebih lanjut, silakan hubungi:

Ananda Dinanti - Media Relations IFI

T. 390 8585 | M. 0821 24 07 52 25

info.jakarta@institutfrancais-indonesia.com

www.institutfrancais-indonesia.com

Facebook: IFI.Jakarta

Twitter: @IFI_JAKARTA

YM: ifidejakarta

Mandarin Oriental Jakarta Introduces "Business Savvy" Package

Jakarta, 2012 – For guests travelling for business, where time and efficiency are essential, Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta has created an ideal accommodation package that is perfectly suited for business travellers. Located in the heart of Jakarta’s business, government and diplomatic district, where major embassies, commercial buildings and luxurious shopping centres are within mere walking distance, the hotel reveals a perfect location for both business and pleasure.

Deluxe Room - Mandarin Oriental Jakarta

Tailored exclusively to create a zero-hassle experience, the Business Savvy package offers guests the comfort and luxury of time during their entire stay.  Starting from the guest’s arrival at the airport, each guest will receive immigration assistance to avoid the long queue at the immigration counter.  A limo is then ready to take the guests directly to the hotel.

Club Floor benefits are also offered with the package, allowing guest to enjoy cocktails hour in the evening, complimentary use of the Club Boardroom for two hours per day, pressing of two items of clothing and complimentary use of the wireless Internet in the Club Lounge.

With minimum two-night stay, the Business Savvy package includes:

- Accommodation in a Deluxe Room or Premier Executive (different rates apply)

- Daily buffet breakfast at Cinnamon restaurant or Club Floor

- Club Floor benefits

- One-way airport pick-up by Camry

- Immigration assistance

- 30 minutes of back massage at fitness and wellness

Package rates start from IDR339,000 per night based on a two night stay for one person and exclusdes to 21% government tax and service charge.  The package is available from 1 May 2011 to 31 July 2012, subject to availability.

Club Lounge Mandarin Oriental Jakarta

Room reservations can be made by contacting the hotel directly on +62 21 2993 8800, through Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s worldwide sales, your travel professionals or by visiting the tempting offers page on our website at www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta.

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world's most prestigious hotels and resorts. The Group now operates, or has under development, 42 hotels representing over 10,000 rooms in 27 countries, with 18 hotels in Asia, 12 in The Americas and 12 in Europe and the Middle East. In addition, the Group operates, or has under development, 13 Residences at Mandarin Oriental connected to its properties.
Photography of Mandarin Oriental is available to download, in high and low resolution, in the Photo Library of our Media section, at www.mandarinoriental.com.
Visit Destination MO (www.destinationMO.info), the online version of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s bespoke publication, MO. News about our award-winning hotels, the best dining experiences, spa treatments, travel retreats and interviews with the Group’s celebrity fans is now just a click away.

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Press Contact:

Endamia Karina

Head of Communications

endamiak@mohg.com

Phone: +62 21 2993 8987

www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta

Bali’s Subak Becomes World Heritage

Written by Aryani Kristanti of http://www.tempo.co/

The United Nations educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization will recognize Bali’s Subak farms as a World Heritage site in June. This designation comes after 12-year struggle. “The Bali Culture Landscape has been recommended by UNESCO. Its realization is a matter of pounding the hgavel on June 20th,”said Windu Nuryati, the education and culture deputy minister, as quoted from Cabinet Secretariat online statement recently.

The meeting is scheduled to take place in St Petersburg, Russia.

Subak is a traditional farming culture based on Tri Hita Karana, Balinese guidelines that teach people to live in harmony with each other, God and nature.

Subak is used in Balinese irrigation systems. Each member of the village is tasked to regulate water use, keep and repair the irrigation system, control pests and carry out farming innovations and religious ceremonies.

Ramadan Promotions at Le Meridien Jakarta

For reservation and more information, please contact:

Le Meridien Jakarta

Jl. Jenderal Sudirman Kav 18-20

Phone: +62 21 251 3131

Fax: +62 21 571 1574

www.lemeridien.com/jakarta