Bali, Resorts and Diagono Aluminium LE "Bali"
Kong
Hope this post provides some inspiration for friends who are taking their summer vacations.
Last month, visited the exotic island of Bali. The weather was much cooler than earlier in the year. For some of you planning your summer holidays, Bali should be on your list. Bali is sort of a magical venue, somehow when the plane touched down at Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport, the load and tension on my shoulder just disappeared. Yes, unexplained and perhaps psychological too.
The fantasy island offers both exciting, happening and tranquil stay depending on the which locations on the island. This round, the area chosen was at the quieter and peaceful southern part of Bali - Uluwatu, the southern tip of the Jimbaran peninsula.
We stayed in two absolutely fantastic resorts. First stop at the Alila Villa Uluwatu and followed by BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts Bali. Both resorts are situated on the clifftop plateau along the southern coastline of Bali facing the majestic Indian Ocean.
The journey from Ngurah Rai Airport to Alila Villa Uluwatu took about 40 minutes.
Arrived at the destination ...
Infinity pool seems to flow towards the Indian Ocean.
Spectacular architecture in the whole villa. Taking the main stand is this Sunset Cabana suspended above the cliff.
Definitely the place for a beautiful sunset.
A view from the sunset cabana.
Next stop to the BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts Bali.
The journey from Alila to BVLGARI Bali is just a close 10-minutes away...
After two security inspection, our limousine arrived at the Arrival-Pavillion ...
A magnificent view of part of the BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts Bali built on a sloping land.
A buggy came shortly and fetched us to the villa.
Each of 59 villas has both indoor and outdoor spaces. The total size ranges from 300 and 500 square meters.
Once entered the main door, one passes a small garden. Next will reach the a patio, an open-air living room and a plunge pool which end a couple of metres before the edge of the cliff.
For those who like cigars, this is your choice spot
Calm and quiet, with the constant company of gentle cool breeze brushing against your face, be it in the afternoon or evening.
Absolutely tranquil.
The serene sky and a bright blue sea with the sound of wave hitting the shore is pretty therapeutic.
The interior is luxuriously decorated and built with mahogany woods. The glass-paneled perimeter allow natural light to come in during the day and overlooking the Indian Ocean in the comfort of air-conditioning.
The bed, one of the most comfortable I've slept on!
A vanity area specially for the Lady
The impressive bathroom - have a choice of shower, tub or rain shower (both indoor and outdoor)
Smells good whole day as all toiletries are BVLGARI.
One of the must-do in BVLGARI Bali besides the spa and the restaurants is a visit to their private beach, and hopefully it is low tide when arrived.
To reach the exclusive beach, 150 metres from the clifftop, must board a funicular (inclined elevator).
The rail from the base to the cliff top ...
Upon arriving at the base, will pass by the La Spiaggia, a restaurant and bar which you could enjoy a drink or meal with the company of the refreshing sea-breeze and the song of the waves.
After which you could take a stroll on the private white sand beach of BVLGARI.
If the tide retreats further, you could access the another area beyond the huge boulders!
Alternatively, you can drinks and relax at the terrace Bar. This Bar is extremely popular to even non-residents of the resort, especially around the sunset hour!
Within a short 50 metres, there are two restaurants, Il Ristorante and Sangkar Restaurant which offer a wide range of choices from Italian to the local Indonesian dishes.
A stone throw from the restaurants (towards the reception area) is the gymnasium, business centre, a boardroom, a gift shop and a BVLGARI Store!
Inside the BVLGARI Store, there is a quite a comprehensive collection of watches and jeweleries!
Another surprise finding - a special limited edition watches for the Bulgari Hotels and Resorts, Bali - Diagono Aluminium limited edition “Bali".
Only available on this island and this BVLGARI resort !
A few shots with my travel lens (no macros) ...
Both pieces of the 44mm Diagono Aluminium limited edition “Bali” are mechanical self-winding.
Understand both the movements are ETA based.
The automatic Time-only with date Diagono Aluminium limited edition “Bali” is limited to 350 pieces.
Dial is printed with the word "Bali".
Solid caseback with the limited edition number engraved.
Guessed the movement could be an ETA 2824-2.
The Diagono Aluminium Chronograph limited edition “Bali” is limited to 150 pieces.
Similarly like the time-only version, the caseback is engraved with the limited edition number.
The movement is likely ETA 7754 with "Tricompax" layout (subdials at 3H, 6H and 9H).
Time to enjoy the sunset
Words could not fully describe the experience and you have to feel it, be surrounded by the great hospitality, the nature, the breathtaking view of the sea and the fabulous architecture.
Before leaving the resort, I was thinking of a return visit
Kong
Corrected typo.
This message has been edited by Kong on 2011-07-16 11:01:43 This message has been edited by AnthonyTsai on 2011-07-18 14:12:21 This message has been edited by Kong on 2011-07-22 01:08:00 added bathroom pics. This message has been edited by Kong on 2011-09-01 02:20:17
Last month, visited the exotic island of Bali. The weather was much cooler than earlier in the year. For some of you planning your summer holidays, Bali should be on your list. Bali is sort of a magical venue, somehow when the plane touched down at Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport, the load and tension on my shoulder just disappeared. Yes, unexplained and perhaps psychological too.
The fantasy island offers both exciting, happening and tranquil stay depending on the which locations on the island. This round, the area chosen was at the quieter and peaceful southern part of Bali - Uluwatu, the southern tip of the Jimbaran peninsula.
We stayed in two absolutely fantastic resorts. First stop at the Alila Villa Uluwatu and followed by BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts Bali. Both resorts are situated on the clifftop plateau along the southern coastline of Bali facing the majestic Indian Ocean.
The journey from Ngurah Rai Airport to Alila Villa Uluwatu took about 40 minutes.
Arrived at the destination ...
Infinity pool seems to flow towards the Indian Ocean.
Spectacular architecture in the whole villa. Taking the main stand is this Sunset Cabana suspended above the cliff.
Definitely the place for a beautiful sunset.
A view from the sunset cabana.
Next stop to the BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts Bali.
The journey from Alila to BVLGARI Bali is just a close 10-minutes away...
After two security inspection, our limousine arrived at the Arrival-Pavillion ...
A magnificent view of part of the BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts Bali built on a sloping land.
A buggy came shortly and fetched us to the villa.
Each of 59 villas has both indoor and outdoor spaces. The total size ranges from 300 and 500 square meters.
Once entered the main door, one passes a small garden. Next will reach the a patio, an open-air living room and a plunge pool which end a couple of metres before the edge of the cliff.
For those who like cigars, this is your choice spot
Calm and quiet, with the constant company of gentle cool breeze brushing against your face, be it in the afternoon or evening. Absolutely tranquil.
The serene sky and a bright blue sea with the sound of wave hitting the shore is pretty therapeutic.
The interior is luxuriously decorated and built with mahogany woods. The glass-paneled perimeter allow natural light to come in during the day and overlooking the Indian Ocean in the comfort of air-conditioning.
The bed, one of the most comfortable I've slept on!
A vanity area specially for the Lady
The impressive bathroom - have a choice of shower, tub or rain shower (both indoor and outdoor)
Smells good whole day as all toiletries are BVLGARI.
One of the must-do in BVLGARI Bali besides the spa and the restaurants is a visit to their private beach, and hopefully it is low tide when arrived.
To reach the exclusive beach, 150 metres from the clifftop, must board a funicular (inclined elevator).
The rail from the base to the cliff top ...
Upon arriving at the base, will pass by the La Spiaggia, a restaurant and bar which you could enjoy a drink or meal with the company of the refreshing sea-breeze and the song of the waves.
After which you could take a stroll on the private white sand beach of BVLGARI.
If the tide retreats further, you could access the another area beyond the huge boulders!
Alternatively, you can drinks and relax at the terrace Bar. This Bar is extremely popular to even non-residents of the resort, especially around the sunset hour!
Within a short 50 metres, there are two restaurants, Il Ristorante and Sangkar Restaurant which offer a wide range of choices from Italian to the local Indonesian dishes.
A stone throw from the restaurants (towards the reception area) is the gymnasium, business centre, a boardroom, a gift shop and a BVLGARI Store!
Inside the BVLGARI Store, there is a quite a comprehensive collection of watches and jeweleries!
Another surprise finding - a special limited edition watches for the Bulgari Hotels and Resorts, Bali - Diagono Aluminium limited edition “Bali".
Only available on this island and this BVLGARI resort !
A few shots with my travel lens (no macros)
... 
Both pieces of the 44mm Diagono Aluminium limited edition “Bali” are mechanical self-winding.
Understand both the movements are ETA based.
The automatic Time-only with date Diagono Aluminium limited edition “Bali” is limited to 350 pieces.
Dial is printed with the word "Bali".
Solid caseback with the limited edition number engraved.
Guessed the movement could be an ETA 2824-2.
The Diagono Aluminium Chronograph limited edition “Bali” is limited to 150 pieces.
Similarly like the time-only version, the caseback is engraved with the limited edition number.
The movement is likely ETA 7754 with "Tricompax" layout (subdials at 3H, 6H and 9H).
Time to enjoy the sunset
Words could not fully describe the experience and you have to feel it, be surrounded by the great hospitality, the nature, the breathtaking view of the sea and the fabulous architecture.
Before leaving the resort, I was thinking of a return visit
Kong
Corrected typo.
This message has been edited by Kong on 2011-07-16 11:01:43 This message has been edited by AnthonyTsai on 2011-07-18 14:12:21 This message has been edited by Kong on 2011-07-22 01:08:00 added bathroom pics. This message has been edited by Kong on 2011-09-01 02:20:17
Comments:
ED209 July 15th, 2011-16:39
Bulgari vacation in Bali Wow, the Bulgari resort in Bali looks amazing. Pretty cool to learn that they have a special edition watch just for the resort. During IGOTT2, Guido Terreni and the nice folks at Bulgari raffled off a trip to this exact Bulgari resort in Bali! Unfortunate...
Kong July 16th, 2011-11:02
Wow! Congrats to the lucky winner ! Absolutely fabulous price. It is really generous of BVLGARI. Kong This message has been edited by Kong on 2011-07-16 11:03:42
SALMANPK July 15th, 2011-16:55
Fantastic Pics and Watches, thank you for sharing nt nt
Davo July 15th, 2011-17:18
Wow! It looks amazing. I've heard about this resort but this is the first real look for me. I'm definitely putting it on my list of must go to destinations. Thanks for sharing.
Kong July 16th, 2011-11:08
+1 :-) Hi Davo Plan at least 4D3N. Good time just passes fast! The resort is really beautiful and classy. Still yet to finish exploring the whole resort yet Kong
patrick_y July 15th, 2011-20:50
An amazing trip! An incredible trip Kong! I hope to have the chance to visit such a beautiful resort someday. I trust there are no mosquitos or other terrible creatures crawling around that pristine resort! I mention this because when I stayed in Phuket's Khao Lak resort,...
Kong July 16th, 2011-11:53
No mozzie, wow! Hi Patrick You got to put it in your to-do (and then travel to Singapore) Thinking about it, we did not have any mozzie issue both indoor and outdoor for whole trip! But the 'original owners of the land' do appear once in a while, but behaved well If you ...
DRMW July 15th, 2011-22:51
cool! Looks relaxing and nice to be able to get a nice special edition Bulgari watch as a souvenir. Wasn't there an earthquake out there recently? -MW
Kong July 16th, 2011-11:58
Indeed! Hi Ming Think there was one recently at North Sulawesi, related to the active Mount Lokon. Bali is quite a distance from there. One thing for sure, in BVLGARI, 150m above sea-level, there's no concern of giant waves. Kong
micro July 16th, 2011-08:36
Beautiful shots, thank you! I've never been to Bulgari but Alila have ( I think) 4 places on Bali and all of amazing value. The hotels in Ubud and Manggis are well worth a visit. I watched that Bulgari cliff escalator being built with astonishment! Now I'm feeling the pull to go bac...
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