HOTEL TUGU BALI

Sssshhhh....Nyepi is approaching and total silence is required. This Indonesian holiday falls this year on 16 Mar, and is a holiday dominated by absolute quiet...no traffic is seen anywhere, no lights are lit. A day for introspection for locals, but a deliciously indulgent one for you when you stay at Hotel Tugu. What better way to reconnect with someone you love than ensconcing yourself in your own private retreat, watching the Indian Ocean sunset from your bedroom window, dipping into your own private plunge pool or rejuvenating in your outdoor bath, falling asleep to the songs of the whispering rice fields and tropical birds. Evenings provide guests with the opportunity to dine in the lavish garden, poolside, or in your own private dining retreat decorated with beautiful antiques. Or, how about a picnic in bed, on the beach or a beautiful BBQ under the stars? They've pretty much thought of everything, all you have to do is decide what ingredients you want to create your own perfectly blended experience.

But, it doesn't have to be Nyepi for you to be able to enjoy the sensual sensation of solitude, it's naturally gorgeous any time of year. Take time to reflect and indulge in this perfectly peaceful place. http://www.tuguhotels.com/

EXPLORATEUR EXCLUSIVE- Complimentary one hour spa treatment at Waroeng Djamoe Spa on property, when staying at Hotel Tugu. Click HERE for more information and as always, be sure & tell 'em The Explorateur sent you!

*Offer valid for travel now through 14 July and 01 September - 19 December 2010

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If you're going to head all the way over to Bali, you may as well luxe it up as best as possible- especially since it's one of the few places in the world these days where the US Dollar actually goes super far! We've found an incredible collection of Bali's finest private villas with ALL of the extras. Not only are they spectacularly beautiful, but wow...what they consider standard features is exactly what we want to hear:

-Full time private staff including personal butlers

-Private chef

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-Free use of car and driver to go anywhere you want

-Chilled Balinese sparkling wine in villa upon arrival

-Welcome Pack including maps, guide book, what to see/do

-Audio CD with relaxing tunes

-DVD showcasing complete Balinese cooking course & 70 recipes to take home as souveniers.

EXPLORATEUREAN EXCLUSIVE- Early check-in and late check-out + plus one traditional Rijsttafel dinner for all guests in your party at the best Balinese restaurant on the island, or one free two-hour spa treatment. Visit http://www.balivillas.com/ or email info@balivillas.com - and be sure and tell 'em The Explorateur sent you!
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