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The Wall Street Journal calls them “the travel industry’s equivalent of the Oscars.” The World Travel Awards was established in 1993 and has since developed into the most prestigious and comprehensive awards ceremony in hospitality. So we’re pretty happy to be among the nominees.

Yes, the newest property in the Karma Collection, Karma Kandara, has been nominated in two key categories – Asia’s Leading New Hotel and Indonesia’s Leading New Hotel. The awards ceremony will take place in Mexico on September 21.

For more information on Karma Kandara: http://www.karmakandara.com

We pick up on heaps of mentions from guests and visitors alike packing their beach essentials and heading off for a lazy Sunday afternoon at one of our on-site or nearby stunning beaches.

Sun hat, designer shades and cocktail in hand, guests can disappear into one of our tropical hideaways in which to chill and enjoy culinary delights...

Nammos Beach Club at Karma Kandara

Styled after a whimsical folly on some Greek island in the Aegean, complete with indigenous grass roof and bamboo platform, Nammos Beach Club presides over a pristine sweep of white sand and a tranquil turquoise lagoon whose only access is via Karma Kandara’s private inclinator, which carries guests effortlessly up and down 100 meters of sheer limestone cliff.

Temple Lounge at Karma Kandara

Set on the rooftop of Di Mare Restaurant, Temple Lounge evokes a North African ambience. Plush, colorful banquettes, Shisa pipes and giant Moroccan stained glass lanterns create a Kasbah-like setting where guests enjoy custom cocktails and Mid – East inspired Tapas style dishes served at a whimsical market stall. The perfect location for sundowners, combining lofty vistas with cool sea breezes – the most refreshing of which come in a glass.

'Mead's @ Karma' Jimbaran

(Image provided by Karin Calvert-Borshoff/Sunday Times Magazine)


A new addition to the Karma portfolio, Mead's is situated next to a lagoon swimming pool serving fresh catch of the day and oyster delights.

Rockpool at Karma Samui

Rock Pool is the ideal spot for those wishing to get even closer to the ocean, but without getting their feet wet or sand between their toes.It is the perfect spot for a sunset cocktail accompanied by a selection of global tapas dishes that are perfect for sharing.

With that in mind why not wander down to one of our resort hideaways soon!

Karma Kandara: http://www.karmakandara.com/nammos-beach-club/

Karma Jimbaran: http://www.karmajimbaran.com/meads-at-karma/

Karma Samui: http://www.karmasamui.com/rockpool/




Karma Kandara Resort is excited to announce that we have the soul legend Julie McKnight blasting out her vocals at Nammos Beach Club on Sunday 23rd August from 8pm till late. Her vocals have been described as soulful, big, powerful and deep as the ocean tones. When you hear her sing, you not only hear the song but you feel it and experience every note.


Providing soul stirring lead vocals on the back to back anthems, "Finally, "Home" and "Diamond Life." All produced and penned by maestro Jay "Sinister" Sealee , Julie's musical background is as diverse as music itself. 
Born in 1972 in Pottstown, PA, Julie McKnight is a daughter of a Seventh-Day Adventist Minister. Julie's musical influences begins with her mother Saundra Brooks, who performed at the age of 19 at the Apollo Theatre in New York City after being coerced by her father, Norris Turney, a multi-reed player and member of Duke Ellington's Orchestra. Aretha Franklin may have won that night but Saundra Brooks brought the house down with her rendition of "What A Wonderful World."



Having moved to Los Angeles in the 80's, Julie's charismatic father, Victor Sr., welcomed people of all faiths and backgrounds into their home. During this time, Julie and her family formed lasting relationships with some of the greatest in music history. Some of these legendary artists include: Jazz Singer and Entertainer Extraordinaire, Nancy Wilson, The Original King of Rock and Roll, Little Richard, Nina Simone and Tony-Award Winning Actor, Singer and Songwriter, Clifton Davis. All of whom have given Julie valuable advise, support and guidance when it comes to maneuvering through the business of entertainment on your our terms.



Julie has collaborated with, and supplied guest vocals for the likes of Earth, Wind and Fire, The Emotions, and her former husband, Brian McKnight. Coming into her own in the late 90's, Julie, herself would let her own star shine bright enjoying a variety of accolades to include, winning honors for "Finally" the 2001 MTV2 Dancestar Music Awards Song of the Year, Best vocalist, and Best live PA nominations 2005 Dance Music Awards. Julie has brought down the house performing at the majority of the world's hottest stages, festivals and nightclubs spanning from N.Y. and San Francisco to the Isle of Ibiza. In addition, Julie's versatility as a vocal stylist was also put on the frontline this year while touring with her elder sibling, Victor Brooks, Jr., composer and vocalist for his own brazilian world music oriented CD, "Samba Soul",as well as lending her talents to Ze Ricardo and his band in Brazil respectively.


Julie is currently working own her first solo project set for release in 2008. Providing lead vocal on the Jay Omega produced smash lead single "COMPLICATED" an urban pop stormer with metal overtones, destined for high placement on the pop/rnb/urban charts worldwide, the sky is the limit. With her love for all types of music genres, we can only anticipate that the best is yet to come.
 
Diamond Life video :: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYViuBwWy08

We hope you can join us for a spectacular evening!

For more information on the Soulful Sista's Event and Karma Kandara: http://www.karmakandara.com/events-calendar/julie-mcknight/

Ashley Macedo

As a musician and vocalist Ashley Macedo has an innate ability to capture the spirited emotion of soul music. With a smoky timbre and powerful range Ashley has a connection with soul which is conveyed through her unbridled emotion and unquestionable conviction.

After moving to London to study Performing Arts at the world famous Pineapple Dance Studios, Ashley has since focussed her songwriting and recording here in Sydney. Writing alongside Jhay C (MUSICOZ Award “Best R&B” song 2 years running) from The Innovataz’s, Ashley Macedo has used her experiences to hone her craft to become a figurehead for Soul music in a commercial market.

Ashley performs regularly in Sydney, around Australia and overseas. Having performed at Galleries (NSW Art Gallery), Boutique Resorts (Karma Samui, Thailand), Private Functions and Onstage Live Productions, Ashley continues to push herself through live performance and to form professional working relationships with some of the world’s finest boutique venues.

For the immediate future Ashley is continuing her focus on songwriting and recording sessions while increasing her contacts with songwriting partners, likeminded performers, and taking a journey to find Avant-garde producers with a similar passion for soul.

www.myspace.com/ashleymacedo

DJ Johnny Rad

By day, Aden Mullens is the head of A&R and Compilations for Australia’s most successful dance label, Ministry of Sound. By night he DJs amongst the countries elite under the moniker, Johnny Rad.

Throughout his DJ career Johnny Rad has had the honour to play in Sydney either side of Paul Harris, Mark Knight, Booka Shade, Digitalism, Alan Braxe & Kris Menace, King Unique, Steve Mac, Claude VonStroke, Tiga, Audiofly, M.A.N.D.Y. Bang Gang to name but a few and has contributed to the Sydney nightlife being a resident for such historic club parties as KINK, Sounds On Sunday, Rouge Rock’R, Safari, Electric Disco and more recently for his own party, Clique.

As time gets tight and work becomes more intense, Aden spends most of his waking hours working on compilations for Ministry of Sound, signing and developing new artists and travelling through the northern hemisphere meeting new and exciting producers and labels. The relationships and opportunities that have developed from his role with Ministry of Sound have built Johnny Rad into a well-rounded DJ focused on delivering great experiences for crowds with an abundant amount of repertoire at his fingertips.

Amongst all this Rad still finds the time to dominate local surf comps, take snowboarding holidays to Alaska, enjoy time on his luxury powerboat and play kooky dress-ups with friends at the Pink Palace.

http://www.myspace.com/johnny_rad

Friday 21st & 28th August 2009
Featuring Ashley Macedo & DJ Johnny Rad
Nammos Beach Club, Karma Kandara Resort
8pm to late

Please contact : +62 (361) 848 2222 or email : info@karmaresorts.com for reservations

For more info on Karma Resorts: http://www.karmakandara.com

Young Guns Wine Dinner at Di Mare Restaurant, Karma Kandara

Join us on 21st August for an enchanting evening featuring some of Australia’s best and upcoming winemakers. The night will be hosted by Australian Sommelier Board Member Greg Richardson, who will introduce some of the newest stars on the vinous horizon.

After traveling the globe, making wine in far-flung corners, these wine buffs headed home to start their own projects. Get your palate cleansed for some daring new bouquets from winemakers such as Mac Forbes, Larry Cheribino and Standish Wine Company. The wine evening will take place in Karma Kandara’s ‘Di Mare’ restaurant. Situated on a spectacular cliff-side, the restaurant opens out to views across the Indian Ocean and at night a gentle ocean breeze.

So have your glass ready to toast with some fine wine and delectable accompanying cuisine at Karma Kandara on 21st August.

Limited seating is available

Price : IDR1,200,000 per person

Early bird bookings and for table of 6 pax or more a 10% discount applies

To Reserve: +62 (361) 848 2222 or email info@karmaresorts.com

For more information regarding Di Mare Restaurant: http://www.karmakandara.com/di-mare-restaurant/

Karma Kandara Resort has won an award for ‘Best Development in Indonesia’ at this year’s Asia Pacific Property Awards which were announced last week at a special event in Singapore. The Asia Pacific Property Awards 2009 is part of the International Property Awards which was established 15 years ago. As the world’s most prestigious competition, it seeks out the best real estate professionals across the globe.

Later this year, top scoring winners from the Asia Pacific Property Awards will compete against other winning companies from Europe, the UK, Africa, the Americas and Arabia to find the ultimate World’s Best in each category. Last year, the Asia Pacific region scooped no less than five World’s Best awards – an amazing feat and one which the property industry will be watching with interest to see if it can be matched or possibly even beaten in 2009.

Stuart Shield, organizer of the Property Awards, says, “These awards not only draw the most dynamic companies to participate, they also help identify those in the strongest position to lead the recovery in this important business sector. This year we gave all our winners a platform to meet and network with each other and this was an important step. It allowed those who had been successful to share their ideas and make new business contacts.

“It was worth all the effort to see how positive and energetic an attitude everyone who participated took. Considering the market and that the event ran from 9am to midnight, it was no less than amazing.”

For more information on Karma Kandara http://www.karmakandara.com

As part of its landmark wine series, Karma Kandara presents a celebration of French champagne.

Karma Resorts wine curator, Maria Lurighi, will take us on a fascinating journey through the process of making this temperamental wine and also share some of the stories of this appellation and its history, and of course there will be some surprises.

The selection of French Champagne from the grand houses of Veuve Cliqot, Jacquessin, Billecart and Cattier will be presented with a delectable menu by Chef Raymond Saja and will feature amongst other things citrus cured salmon, carnoli risotto, roastedscallops, and olive poached loin of lamb.

We share champagne to launch ships, on new years eve or on special occasions to celebrate life itself! . This very special evening will give insight in to one of the most fascinating stories in the wine world, and why women in particular have played such an important role in the launching of this wonderful drink!

Let the bubbles make you dance.... dinner includes complimentary entry to the Nammos Beach Bar where the Karma Resorts sponsored DJ Tools competition winners will be strutting their stuff on the decks 'til late.

"too much of anything is bad, but too much Champagne is just right" - Mark Twain

Karma Kandara: http://www.karmakandara.com/contactus/

In his teachings His Holiness The Dalai Lama offers instructions on how to create good karma in life. Reading through them reminds us of both the challenges life evokes and the simple ways in which we can learn to create positive vibes around us in everyday life.

“Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before.”

At Karma Resorts we’d definitely advocate that. We currently have three resorts across Indonesia and Thailand and try to offer our guests a tailored stay in each destination. Providing holidaymakers with unique experiences is at the forefront of Karma’s philosophy.

“Be gentle with the earth.”

By 2010 every Karma Spa aims to be a mostly chemical-free environment inclusive of organic linens & uniforms, amenities and cleaning fluids. Karma Resort’s commitment to local and sustainable ingredients is revealed through a boutique collection of organic spa products. The live kelp ritual treatments, for instance, are made from fresh kelp seaweed farmed from Karma Kandara’s shores & blended on site.

“Spend some time alone every day.”

There’s always a peaceful corner at Karma to curl up in and relax. Whether that be inside a spa shack at Karma Kandara (perched Cliffside against the sounds of the Indian Ocean) or within a private villa at Karma Samui, which itself is nestled inside a peaceful cove.

For more information on Karma Resorts:

http://www.karmakandara.com

http://karmajimbaran.com

http://karmasamui.com

After experiencing all the ‘snakes and ladders’ of life as a restaurateur in Western Australia with series of ‘Black Toms’ restaurants, Warren Mead packed his bags and headed for our sandy Balinese shores to Jimbaran Bay’s Karma Jimbaran Resort.

Enlisting the expert assistance of Bali based Food and Beverage Consultant Andreas Hoffmann, Warren set about transforming the restaurant at Karma Jimbaran resort into something quite unique.

A chic new poolside restaurant has emerged complete with oyster lounge and musical accompaniment from a baby grand piano.Also featuring is a beautifully appointed wine room that will feature Australian wines from Leeuwin Estate, Brookland Valley, Pierro, Mosswood, Sandleford, Salitage amongst others.

Warren decided to stamp his well-known surname onto the new restaurant and so ‘Mead’s at Karma’ was born. We asked Warren what is important to him when running a restaurant within a resort;” My 24/7 promise to guests is to personally be responsible for quality, price balance, service that’s crisp with friendly fluid movement and food you will definitely enjoy and want to come back and enjoy again.”

‘Mead’s at Karma’ Jimbaran is now open for bookings. We’ll let the man behind the name sum it up best “ Have some cocktails, tapas, a game of pool, tell a few lies, it’s just the most unique open space of all time; the finishes are all in white so don’t wear a black shirt, enjoy oysters from South Australia with toppings, you will just love.”

To reserve a table:

Call +62 (0) 361 708 848

Email: guestservices@karmajimbaran.com

For more information on Mead’s at Karma Jimbaran: http://www.karmajimbaran.com