Telegraf – Marina Bay Sands celebrates its 13th anniversary by launching various programs and a new collection of rooms with unique designs that have been renovated, as well as new partnerships for businesses in the Marina Bay area.

Marina Bay Sands’ latest investment program worth US$1 billion has reached a historic milestone with the completion of the construction of more than 850 hotel rooms, marking a new era of luxury hospitality. This investment program is the largest ever undertaken by Marina Bay Sands to date.

The rooms located in Towers 1 and 2 of this iconic hotel are the first series of luxury accommodations that have been designed specially and inspired by Singapore’s multicultural environment.

Rich marble clad walls greets guests when they step out of the lifts (Credit to Marina Bay Sands)

The new collection of rooms and suites presents a harmony between spaciousness and comfort, offering a glimpse of Marina Bay Sands’ transformation over the past few years that began in late 2021, where the integrated resort began to redefine the future of luxury hospitality and travel.

Paul Town, Chief Operating Officer of Marina Bay Sands, said, “This massive design transformation at this iconic hotel is our commitment to set a new benchmark for ourselves and the industry. The launch of the latest room collection is the beginning of other transformations in the future. Over the next few years, guests will witness luxury in every corner of our property.

From the Lobby atmosphere to several new Sands SkyPark concepts, every corner that guests visit will be significantly reviewed and updated during our 13 years of operation. We are very excited about everything that will happen in the future as we continue to transform to meet the evolving expectations of our guests.”

Taupe as a base colour for various design elements in the bathroom (Credit to Marina Bay Sands)

Currently, over 850 rooms have been renovated, which is almost two-thirds of the total 1,282 rooms that will be produced from the renovation in Towers 1 and 2. Furthermore, the renovation will focus on ultra-luxe suites. To meet the increasing demand for luxury travel, this hotel renovation will increase the number of suites at Marina Bay Sands in Towers 1 and 2 – from 137 rooms to approximately 422 rooms.

After the renovation in Towers 1 and 2, which is estimated to be completed by the end of 2023, Tower 3, Hotel Lobby, and Sands SkyPark will be next. The range of world-class experiences offered by this integrated resort will also include the Executive Club lounge that has been updated, premium luxury dining options, as well as health and wellness offerings.

This new range of experiences will be a new achievement that ensures that this resort will remain a leading destination that is synonymous with the typical Asian hospitality emblem.

The bathroom is an urban retreat with his and hers vanities (Credit to Marina Bay Sands)

This renovation is supported by strong revenue in the first quarter of 2023. In the last period, which was March 31, 2023, Marina Bay Sands’ net revenue more than doubled to US$848 million, with hotel revenue reaching US$97 million – an increase of around 155% compared to the same period in 2022. The hotel occupancy rate also reached 97.6% with an Average Daily Rate (ADR) of US$594.

The casino also reached a record, contributing property revenue of US$549 million, surpassing last year’s revenue of US$275 million. In addition, The Shoppes also recorded revenue of US$53 million.

New Partnerships for Businesses in the Marina Bay Area The integrated resort is also making progress with the launch of the Bay Precinct Strategy, positioning Marina Bay Sands and businesses around the Marina Bay area as centers for international business events.

Telegraf – Sanur, Bali – Villa Svarga, managed by a locally-based select villa management company in Bali, Nakula, is a luxurious home located in the heart of Sanur. With ultra-modern architecture, this contemporary house features five luxurious bedrooms, two living rooms, two dining areas, and an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lush green gardens.

With strong character in interior design, unique antique pieces, and exotic artwork, Villa Svarga promises an unparalleled modern luxury villa living experience on the island. The property layout features three circular staircases that connect the upper and lower floors at opposite ends of the villa.

Each of the five bedrooms has a luxurious ensuite bathroom, with three main bedrooms featuring king-sized beds, balconies, and freestanding bathtubs. One of the bedrooms connects to a unique loft room, making it perfect for relaxation.

Two bedrooms on the lower floor have direct access to the beautiful garden pool area.

The outdoor swimming pool is the focal point of Villa Svarga, sheltered by lush foliage that provides extra privacy and protection from the hot Balinese sun.

Guests can sunbathe on the reclining chairs or relax on beanbags with a good book, just a few steps away from the pool. The tranquil vibes around the pool are further enhanced by the presence of greenery and the size that encircles the outer limits of the villa, providing a soothing natural touch from every viewpoint within the villa.

Villa Svarga is equipped with housekeeping staff and a personal guest assistant, making you feel like you are in a home away from home. Additional services, such as a driver, massage therapist, or chef, are available upon request.

This villa is only a five-minute walk from Sanur Beach, where guests can find renowned restaurants and shops in Sanur. Nearby restaurants such as Soul on the Beach or Naughty Nuri’s offer a dining experience by the sea.

About Nakula Villa Management & Rental

Nakula Villa Management & Rental is a professional Villa Management established since 2012. Along with the tagline #WelcomeHome, Nakula has a mission and vision to provide an unforgettable vacation experience as if you are at home. Spread across several best destinations in Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Seminyak, Kerobokan, Canggu, Berawa, Sanur, Ubud, and Tabanan, Nakula manages 35 villa properties and 2 resorts. Having a market share from domestic and international.

TELEGRAF – Squeeze 90 introduces a new era for sustainable consumption in Indonesia, initiated by 4 entrepreneurs and trademark owners. As brand owners, each originator of Squeeze 90 realizes that ‘deadstock’ or overstocked products is a constant problem in the fashion, beauty and consumer goods industries.

A brand of consumable goods must produce tens of thousands of products to meet the minimum manufacturing needs, but what often happens is that a company cannot sell all of its goods, so that many stocks of goods become expired and fashion products are quickly deemed not to follow fashion trends anymore.

Through a series of conceptual pop-up bazaars, Squeeze 90 wants to give a fresh breath to the world of lifestyle and sustainable art through clearance bazaars and big sales.

Conversation Topic

In May 2023, 30,000 people will gather at Pondok Indah Mall 3, City Hall, Jakarta to attend the Squeeze 90 event for the second time. With more than 160 brands participating in the beauty and fashion categories, live music entertainment and well-known influencers will also be attending, this marks the second win for Squeeze 90 Group. Several brands, such as Monomolly, Avgal, Spring Summer Style, Barekurve, and Byeol, also participated in this lively event.

Squeeze90’s first bazaar was held at Pantai Indah Kapuk in October 2022 which was attended by 10,000 people, making Squeeze 90 one of the most successful bazaars ever held at a mall.

Inspired by Lemonade

The name is inspired by the phrase ‘when life gives you lemon, make lemonade’. Squeeze 90 is an opportunity for fashion brands to turn their deadstock into revenue in an entertaining way, rather than destroying, throwing away, or leaving products in storage. The term deadstock is not the same as ‘B Stock’ or ‘Outlet Stock’, because there is no damage in the product itself.

Inspired by the universe

The aim of this sale concept is to bring customers and shoppers where shopping for branded items with up to 90% off on select items from Squeeze 90 will be a truly luxurious experience.

Telegraf, Fivelements Retreat Bali, a leading, award-winning eco-conscious wellness retreat located 20-minutes south of Ubud, is set to host a bespoke lifestyle retreat program entitled “Pause for the Week – A Woman’s Retreat”. Aimed at women in their advancing years looking to remain balanced while adapting to changes in their lives and bodies, the program will take place from May 26 to May 31, 2023.

“We specifically designed this program to assist women in coping with the physical and emotional changes that come with age,” explains General Manager Hotels & Hospitality John T G Nielsen. “For the duration of the program, we will offer an array of tools and activities to help participants better navigate this often-overlooked challenge and embrace aging and longevity, such as mindful walking, meditation, Monovrata, and informal yoga. In addition, there will also be group workshops, coaching, and private reflection.”

During their time at the retreat, participants are also invited to bask in the splendor of The Organic Garden at Fivelements Retreat Bali, a new, serene, and rejuvenating oasis that embodies the retreat’s philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, which translates to “three causes of well-being” and harbors the spirit of balancing the relationships between humans and the environment, humans and God as well as humans and other humans.

The organic garden stands on a 3,800 square meters plot of land and embodies the retreat’s commitment to sustainability, wellness, and community development by providing food and jobs to the local community. Not only a visual feast for the eyes, the garden’s unique collection of flowers, herbs, and vegetables also offers beauty and diversity that support the garden-to-table concept at the Sakti Dining Room™, where a delectable range of plant-based cuisines will be served and composted afterward.

“Via the garden tours and harvesting program, guests have the opportunity to learn about the culinary arts and explore the garden’s abundant variety of herbs, flowers, vegetables, fruits, and trees,” adds Senior Sous Chef Made Tantra. “Rest assured, our chefs use the freshest ingredients from the garden to create nutritious and delicious meals for guests in the spirit of showcasing the true essence of farm-to-table dining.”

In addition, Fivelements Retreat Bali also incorporates the garden-to-beauty concept into its healing and wellness sanctuary by using the freshest ingredients from the garden to create rejuvenating spa treatments. Aside from their rarity, beauty, and nutritional benefits, the ingredients are also carefully selected, harvested, and processed in the retreat’s healing and wellness laboratory to provide guests with the ultimate healing and wellness experience.

Prior to the women-only retreat, the retreat will also organize a healing and wellness weekend on March 12, a full-day experience that caters to the mind and the body. The holistic journey, entitled “The Art of a Balanced Lifestyle,” will host a series of wellness and rejuvenation activities, including power yoga, yin yoga, a mindfulness & sound healing session, and tarot reading, culminating in the Agni Hotra Fire Blessing Ritual, a traditional Balinese practice that offers a transformative and enlightening experience via purification in the fire. Additional activities such as crafting Canang sari (daily offerings by Balinese Hindus), cooking traditional Balinese cuisine, and making Jamu (traditional herbal drinks) are also available.

Later in mid-September, Fivelements Retreat is part of the global movement, the World Wellness Weekend, https://world-wellness-weekend.org/ a United Nations-supported celebration, via a series of activities that adhere to the Five Pillars of Wellness, namely Purpose and Solidarity, Mindfulness and Serenity, Movement and Vitality, Nutrition and Immunity as well as Sleep and Creativity.

Taking place from September 15 to September 17, the activities include sound therapy, yoga and fitness classes, organic cooking, and many others. “Through this series of activities, we hope to demonstrate that wellness activities are easy to do and encourage people from all walks of life to also take part in the global celebration,” notes John T G Nielsen, who also is the Indonesian Ambassador for the World Wellness Weekend.

“At Fivelements Retreat Bali, we believe in the power of balance and are committed to providing our guests with the ultimate journey of mind, body, and spirit,” concludes our wellness liaison, Pak Surya Suparma.

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