From energetic Tokyo to champagne-fuelled Osaka and gastronomic Kyoto, three boutique hotels prove that Japan’s Golden Route comes with welcome moments of calm. By Amy Van | Photos courtesy of: The Tokyo Station Hotel , Fauchon L’Hôtel Kyoto, CUVEE J2 Hotel Osaka
From Tokyo’s kinetic pulse to Kyoto’s layered history and Osaka’s effervescent food culture,…
In the emerald highlands of Payangan, where mist drifts through the jungle and centuries-old traditions remain woven into everyday life, Anantara Ubud Bali Resort is inviting travellers to experience Bali beyond the familiar. From 22 to 24 July 2026, the luxury retreat unveils Wings & Roots of Payangan, an immersive three-day programme that celebrates the island’s living…
Fisherman’s Club, the beachfront dining destination at Andaz Bali is introducing a new daily golden hour experience, Andaz Twilight, designed to capture the easy-going spirit of Sanur. Runs daily from 5pm to 7pm, this new programme provides a sophisticated take on the traditional happy hour, inviting guests to slow down as the day ends.
Andaz Twilight invites guests…
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali is celebrating a major achievement as team member Deni Alan Hartono takes the top spot in a regional mixology competition. Crafting a sustainable cocktail inspired by the Balinese coast, Deni emerged as the national winner for this year’s competition: Marriott International Sustainable Bartender Championship Indonesia & Malaysia 2026.
Deni Alan…
Following the success of its debut, Miss Fish Bali is bringing back SAKURAN, an immersive dining concept that blurs the boundaries between gastronomy, performance and contemporary art. Returning on Friday, 17 July from 7pm, the one-night-only experience once again transforms the restaurant into a theatrical stage where Japanese-inspired traditions meet modern creativity, inviting guests to savour an…
W Bali – Seminyak is set to elevate the coastal dining scene with the latest installment of its celebrated Brunch Series. On Sunday, 26 July, the resort’s beachfront venue, Starfish Bloo, will host a one-day-only culinary takeover by Osteria GIA, Jakarta’s premier destination for authentic Italian comfort food . Running from 12pm to 3.30pm, this highly anticipated…
Visit epicure at Food & Hospitality Indonesia 2026: Where the Industry Meets, Inspires and Innovates
Hospitality has always been about bringing people together. While products, technology and trends continue to evolve, the industry’s greatest opportunities are still created through conversations. This is precisely why Food & Hospitality Indonesia (FHI) 2026 remains one of Southeast Asia’s most anticipated industry gatherings. Returning to Jakarta International Expo (JIEXPO), Kemayoran from 21 to 24 July 2026,…
This July, Karma Beach Bali is elevating its after-dark appeal with Summer Sessions 2026, an exclusive one-night celebration designed to showcase everything that has made Karma Beach one of the island’s most coveted seaside escapes.
Taking place on 22 July, Summer Sessions 2026 at Karma Beach Bali promises an immersive evening where music, gastronomy and oceanfront ambience…
There are few hotel brands as intrinsically tied to the art of evening ritual as St. Regis. Since the doors of the original St. Regis New York first opened in 1904, the brand has cultivated a legacy of sophisticated gatherings, impeccable cocktails and elegant social occasions. This season, that heritage finds a new home in…
July at The St. Regis Jakarta moves across several directions at once: Indonesian regional cooking at Bel Étage, French dining at Solène, and a Seoul-led cocktail takeover at The St. Regis Bar. Rather than building the month around one headline event, the hotel’s calendar brings together three distinct experiences, each tied to a different way of gathering…

