Indonesia

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali has created A Rendezvous for Two package for your Valentine’s Day escape. For a minimum of two nights’ stay, guests staying in the resort’s intimate Onebedroom Villa will receive lavish perks such as a romantic in-room rose petal set-up, a 90-minute couple’s massage at the Lagoon Spa, a three-course dinner by the beach, and a floating breakfast in the privacy of your villa. The offer is available until 29 February with a starting rate of Rp8,300,000/villa/ night. A candlelit Love by the Ocean fivecourse beach dinner is also available on 14 February for Rp2,500,000/couple, inclusive of a bottle of bubbles. Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua Lot N2, Nusa Dua. Tel: +62 361 771327

Take your Valentine out for a special evening at Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique. Taste the flavourful creation of chef Chris Salans and his team as they expertly weave seasonal local ingredients with modern French techniques. Embark on sensuous culinary journey through a six- (Rp1,250,000/person) or eight-course (Rp1,600,000/person) menu on 14 February. Have a decadent bite of Kaluga Caviar, Egg and Potato for starter as well as the signature Mozaic Table Top dessert made of Valrhona Milk Chocolate, Torch Ginger Flower, and Roses. First serving starts at 6pm. Reservation is recommended. A premium wine pairing is available at Rp990,000/ person for the six-course menu and Rp1,250,000/ person for the eight-course menu. Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Ubud. Tel: +62 361 975 768

Are you looking for a strategically located hotel for your next Ubud getaway? Book a room at the recently opened Adiwana Unagi Suites. Situated within walking distance from some of the town’s main attractions, the boutique hotel offers four room categories to suit your whim and fancy. Each room pays tribute to local artistry and showcases the surrounding lush landscape. Earthy and tactile, the design aims to soothe with its usage of green drapery and wooden furniture. Relax by the pool or book a treatment for two at the hotel’s Tejas Spa. A one-night stay at the Club Room starts from Rp1,800,000.

Jl. Suweta, Ubud. Tel: +62 361 6209999

Come for the beachfront sun bed but stay for the slowcooked cocktails. Sundara at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay gives yet another reason to prolong one’s sojourn in the beach club institution of good food and good times. Meet Sufian Mahmoud, the head bartender in charge of its recently renovated bar and find out more about his unique culinary approach to cocktail-making. Using locally sourced ingredients and fresh produce from the resort’s on-site garden, Sufian managed to create more than 25 naturally flavoured base ingredients for the cocktails. Learn more about Indonesia through the bar’s Liquid History menu (four cocktails for Rp555,000/person). Indulge in the Porto Sour, Dutch Express, and Made’s Margarita; the latter is a zero-waste cocktail made up of tequila, tangerine liqueur, Andaliman pepper, orange marmalade, lime, and smoked salt. Jimbaran Bay. Tel: +62 361 708333

With its emphasis on wellness, The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud, Bali is the perfect addition to the lush hills of Lodtunduh. Situated just a 20-minute drive away from the city centre, the brand new resort offers a peaceful respite in all of its 120 comfortable guestrooms, suites and villas. The family-friendly resort is equipped with a vast infinity pool, a 24-hour The Westin WORKOUT® fitness centre, a picturesque Heavenly Spa by Westin™ with its morning yoga and meditation classes as well as a dedicated Run Concierge team who will accompany you along a five-kilometre trail. Head to Tabia for an international all-day dining treat; have a riverside slowcooked traditional meal at Tall Trees; or enjoy creative cocktails at The Lobby Bar during sundown. Opening offer rate starts from Rp2,088,000/room/night. Jl. Lod Tunduh, Banjar Kengetan, Ubud. Tel: +62 361 3018989

Li Feng’s reputation as one of Jakarta’s finest Cantonese restaurant is undisputed. Situated at the iconic Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta, the opulent restaurant recently welcomed Tan

Kwang Aik as its Chinese executive chef. The Malaysia native is also in charge of Chinese banquet catering. No stranger to Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, he used to work at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur’s Lai Po Heen restaurant. With over 14 years of culinary experience, he is on a mission to develop the restaurant’s modern take on traditional Cantonese cuisine, reflecting the vision of chef Huang Jing Hui from the two-michelin-star Jiang by Chef Fei at Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou, who also oversees the culinary offerings at Li Feng. Jl. MH Thamrin, Jakarta. Tel: +62 21 29938825

If your idea of a perfect Valentine’s date involves good food and a stunning view of the city skyline, reserve a spot at The Ritz-carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place. On 14 February, the hotel offers three different venues to celebrate your affection. Enjoy a slow acoustic performance and a threecourse set menu at PASOLA Restaurant.

For Rp858,000/person, savour an array of appetisers on the buffet that includes Foie Gras Long Pepper Terrine and Beef Rendang Arancini, one main course, a tasting plate of small desserts to share, a glass of sparkling wine, and a gift for her. Alternatively, have an alfresco dinner with a view of Jakarta’s skyscrapers in the hotel’s gazebo on Level 8 with a special three-course set menu and a bottle of Champagne for Rp5,888,000/couple. A poolside dinner seating is also available for Rp2,500,000/couple, which includes a three-course set menu and a bottle of sparkling wine. SCBD, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 52-53, Jakarta. Tel: +62 21 25501888

Treat your loved one to a romantic five-course dinner at Bengawan. Located on the seventh floor of Keraton at

The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Jakarta, this signature restaurant’s indulgent dishes will make your Valentine’s

Day an unforgettable one. Accompanied by a stunning view of the city, diners will experience a sensory feast of Lobster Bisque with King Crab Cake, Fennel and Sambal Matah, and Slow-cooked

Wagyu Tenderloin with Mashed Potato, Foie and Truffle, concluding with a tempestuous bite of White Chocolate with Raspberry Crème Brûlée Heart. The five-course dinner menu is priced at Rp1,600,000/ couple. If you wish to indulge in a weekend staycation, the hotel’s fabulous suites will not disappoint. Jl. MH. Thamrin Kav.15, Jakarta. Tel: +62 21 50680000

Be to the first to experience Padma Hotel Bandung’s recently renovated suites. The hillside resort offers a respite in its lush surrounding, where luxury means waking up to the sounds of nature. The 62 sqm Premier Suite and Family Suite categories come with a plush king-sized bed and a private balcony with a view of the valley. The muted blond wood furnishing and neutral palette give way to a large window where natural light and the cool breeze flow into the suite. It is an idyllic destination for your next romantic getaway or family time. A special offer is available with inclusions such as breakfast, afternoon tea, and complimentary pick-up and drop-off from/to Husein Sastranegara International Airport, train, and bus stations. A one-night stay at the Premier Suite starts from Rp4,650,000. Jl. Ranca Bentang 56-58 Ciumbuleuit, Bandung. Tel: +62 22 2030333