FYI from the press release section of the web site

he Bulgari Resort, Bali, a secluded “all villa” cliffside retreat, will welcome guests in Spring 2006. Set on a 150-meter high plateau overlooking the Indian Ocean, the 59-villa resort is the second property by Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, following the successful 2004 opening of the Bulgari Hotel, Milano. Designed by architects Antonio Citterio & Partners, the Bulgari Resort, Bali is located on the southern tip of the Jimbaran Peninsula, close to the Temple of Uluwatu: an exclusive and intimate setting for guests seeking the ultimate in privacy and luxury. The resort will reflect the traditional Balinese architecture combined with a sophisticated contemporary design, using indigenous stones, native wood finishes and refined craft-made fabrics exclusively created for the Bulgari Resort. The 59 individual villas, freestanding and private, will include an open-air pavilion, terrace and private plunge pool, enjoying spectacular ocean views. The villas, decorated with Balinese antique pieces of art, will offer state of the art technological features. The resort will also include 3 two-bedroom villas of 500 square meters each and the 1300 square meters Bulgari Villa. Reachable by a private access, this will boast two master bedrooms, a large living area with built-in bar, an oversized dining room and a home theatre. An outdoor meditation pavilion, a large lap pool and an extensive terrace complete its unique layout. The oceanfront Spa embraces all of the elements of Balinese tradition. The main pavilion is an antique, hand-carved joglo house from the island of Java, which was dismantled, relocated, then authentically recreated at the Bulgari Resort, Bali. A complete selection of healing and beauty treatments will be provided by an expert staff of professionals. The Spa offers a swimming pool, open air relaxation lounge area, yoga pavilion, hot and cold plunge pools and two private Spa Suites, complete with outdoor garden. Enjoying breathtaking ocean views, a large swimming pool joins an extensive ornamental lake, where the bar, the lounge and the resorts' two restaurants are located. Characterized by an informal ambience, the all day dining restaurant combines authentic Balinese dishes - enriched by various regional influences from the Indonesian archipelago - with a selection of international specialties. The Italian restaurant, open for dinner only, will serve a contemporary interpretation of classical Italian cuisine in a suggestive and formal atmosphere. Andrew Skinner, among the greatest experts in the Asian culinary tradition, will be Executive Chef at the Bulgari Resort in Bali. A pristine private beach, suitable for long walks along the oceanfront and featuring a Beach Club, will be reached via a funicular. Under the direction of General Manager Robert Lagerwey, the Bulgari Resort, Bali will be managed by Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, the joint venture between Bulgari and Marriott International. Rates at the Bulgari Resort in Bali will start at USD 1100.00 per night. Bulgari Hotels & Resorts Bali Jalan Goa Lampeh Banjar Dinas Kangin Uluwatu Bali 80364 Indonesia [email protected] Web site: www.bulgarihotels.com Reservations: Australia 1800 006 484 0011 800 6285 4274 (IDD access) Austria 0800 291 867 Belgium 0800 807 78 Northern China 10 800 650 0369 Southern China 10 800 265 0376 North/South China 00 800 6285 4274 (IDD access) France 0800 970 099 Germany 0800 891 1128 Hong Kong 800 964 962 001 800 6285 4274 (IDD access) Location Located near Uluwatu, on the southern tip of the Jimbaran Peninsula, the Bulgari Resort is uniquely set on a secluded plateau dropping straight to the Indian Ocean. Ngurah Rai International Airport (Denpasar) is a 30-minute drive from the resort. Opening Date Spring 2006 Overview 60 ocean view villas including three 2-bedroom villas and 1 Bulgari Villa Architect Antonio Citterio & Partners Interior Design Antonio Citterio & Partners Hotel Facilities Spa and fitness club Bar Indonesian restaurant Italian restaurant Function room up to 80 persons for dinner Boardroom Business centre Swimming pool Private beach Bulgari store Balinese arts and crafts store Executive Chef Andrew Skinner General Manager Rober Lagerwey Bulgari Corporate Press Office Chiara Albanese Tel: 39 (06) 68810 755 Fax: 39 (06) 68810 360 [email protected]