Members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club can earn more Qmiles according to the fare family they select
The airline will offer exclusive discounts at Qatar Duty Free retail and food and beverage outlets for customers booking through certain channels
Qatar Airways has launched new, simplified fare families across all travel classes in a bid to offer greater choice and flexibility to its passengers. From today, Qatar Airways will offer a total of six fare families.
By travel class, these are:
Business Class: Classic, Comfort, Elite
Economy Class: Classic, Convenience, Comfort
Each of Qatar Airways’ new fare families offers passengers a clear, distinct set of products and services designed to meet the different needs of its broad range of customers. For example, passengers booking Economy Class tickets will receive an additional five kilograms of checked baggage allowance for each incremental fare family.
Those booking an Economy Class Comfort ticket can enjoy complimentary preferred seating, while those purchasing Economy Comfort or Business Elite tickets can also make unlimited, complimentary changes to their travel date and are entitled to a fee-free refund. Across all classes, valued members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club can earn more Qmiles according to the fare family they select.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: “Our new fare families are designed to offer greater simplicity, choice, and flexibility to our passengers and further our ambition to offer a best-in-class retail experience. With these new categorisations, it is very clear to the customer what they are buying – there are no hidden fees or additional charges. We are also giving our valued Privilege Club members the opportunity to earn more Qmiles with us to unlock additional benefits or tier upgrades.”
Qatar Airways will reserve a number of ancillary products and services across each of its fare families to customers booking directly with the airline. These include the option to exchange tickets for a future travel voucher and discounts of up to 40 per cent at Qatar Duty Free (QDF) retail and food and beverage outlets at Hamad International Airport (HIA).
A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways was named ‘World’s Best Airline’ by the 2019 World Airline Awards, managed by Skytrax. It was also named ‘Best Airline in the Middle East’, ‘World’s Best Business Class’, and ‘Best Business Class Seat’, in recognition of its ground-breaking Business Class experience, Qsuite.
It is the only airline to have been awarded the coveted ‘Skytrax Airline of the Year’ title, which is recognised as the pinnacle of excellence in the airline industry, five times. HIA was recently ranked ‘Third Best Airport in the World’, among 550 airports worldwide, by the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2020.
Under the title “Porsche Unseen”, Porsche is for the first time publishing design studies from 2005 to 2019 which have until now been kept under lock and key. The sports car manufacturer is showing spectacular visions of 15 differ- ent cars. The early studies cover the segments “Spin-offs“, “Little rebels“, “Hyper cars“ and “What’s next?”. In this way, Porsche is offering an exclusive insight into its design process – from the very first drawing to the finished model ready for series production.
“People all over the world love the timeless and innovative design of our sports cars,” says Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board at Porsche AG. “Visionary con- cept studies are the foundation of this success: they provide the pool of ideas for the Porsche design of tomorrow, and combine our strong tradition with trailblazing future technologies.”
The previously unpublished design studies are being presented exclusively by the Por- sche Newsroom in a series of articles. The 911:Magazine web TV format has also dedicated an episode to selected studies and examines the connection between the studies and the current production models together with Porsche Chief Designer Mi- chael Mauer. For fans of the brand, the book entitled “Porsche Unseen” is released today by the Delius Klasing publishing house. Interested readers are given a detailed look behind the scenes of Style Porsche. A selection of studies will also be on display later for fans to admire live: the Porsche Museum will be integrating the models in the exhibition in 2021.
The design process: from the first drawing to the drivable prototype
The design process starts with a sketch. This is visualised in the next step as a 3D model. As soon as an idea is to be developed further, small models are produced in a scale of 1:3, then followed by hard models in the scale 1:1. “The virtual world is the first step, but you especially have to experience the unusual models in reality in order to understand whether a car has small, large or surprising proportions,” says Michael Mauer, Vice President Style Porsche. In contrast to the development of a production model where several models are always developed with different styling formats, the vision projects, on the other hand, concentrate on a single vision model which serves as a protagonist for the central idea.
“Porsche intentionally has just a single design studio – located in the direct proximity of development,” says Michael Mauer. “Weissach is our epicentre. Instead of opening advanced design studios in the distant metropolises of North America and Asia, our designers come from all over the world to Porsche in Weissach in order to create the latest production sports cars and automotive visions at the heart of the brand. More than 120 designers, experts for interior, exterior, colours and materials, model builders, modellers and study engineers work in the Porsche Design Studio.
The design studies: on a journey of the mind into the future of mobility
“When it comes to the visions we develop, it is not about bringing every car onto the road. Instead, it is more a question of establishing creative space and a relationship with the future,” says Michael Mauer when describing the design process and adds: “There are two possibilities for continuing to develop as a brand: either you improve your products from the present, that is to say step-by-step. However, it is difficult to be really innovative in this process. Or you give free rein to your creativity. The idea is to let your thoughts jump to the day after tomorrow, and to then move back from there to tomorrow.”
Based on this idea, Porsche develops the product and brand identity which charac- terises and secures the appearance of all models in the long term. The design lan- guage for future models develops from the long-term vision. In this process, the higher-level goal is to combine the Porsche design DNA with state-of-the-art vehicle engineering. On the one hand, this secures the innovative capability of future Por- sche models and, on the other, also provides an evolutionary reference to the rich history of Porsche. A closer look at some examples:
The Porsche 919 Street (2017; 1:1 clay model) was developed on the basis of the technology used in the Porsche 919 Hybrid, promising to make the exhilarating driving experience of the LMP1 race car available to amateur drivers. Under the outer shell are the carbon monocoque and powerful 900 PS hybrid racing drivetrain that helped the Porsche 919 to achieve numerous victories at Le Mans. The dimensions and wheelbase were also the same as on the race car.
With its spartan, puristic cockpit, the characteristic radiator grilles over the mid engine, red graphic elements and the suggested fins at the rear, the compact Porsche Vision Spyder (2019; 1:1 hard model) clearly calls to mind the Porsche 550-1500 RS Spyder from 1954. At the same time, the study was intended to further develop the design identity of Porsche and provide a pool of ideas for future details – for example, the ultra-modern roll bar.
The Porsche vision “Renndienst” (2018; 1:1 hard model) is the free interpretation of a family-friendly space concept for up to six persons. The design team designed a futuristic “space shuttle“ with exciting proportions. The study shows how the Porsche design DNA with its characteristic surface modelling can be transferred to an un- known vehicle segment for the brand. In the interior, passengers find a comfortable and modular travel cabin. The driver sits in a central driver’s seat. The all-electric drive technology is located in the underbody. As a result, passengers can enjoy an unexpectedly generous space and travel experience combined with Porsche-like flair.
The book “Porsche Unseen” is now available from retailers with the ISBN number 978-3-667-11980-3. The design studies are presented in detail over 328 pages with impressive photos from Stefan Bogner and informative text by Jan Karl Baedeker. It is published by Delius Klasing Verlag and is also available in the Porsche Museum shop.
Ubud’s finest restaurants join hands for a unique gastronomic trilogy.
Aperitif, Locavore and Mozaic restaurants, all located in Ubud Bali, have decided to collaborate on a series of 3 incredible dinners, creating a unique gastronomic trilogy over a 3-month span. Each dinner will feature all of the chefs (Nic Vanderbeeken of Aperitif, Ray Adriansyah and Eelke Plasmeijer of Locavore and Chris Salans of Mozaic).
The three dinners will be scheduled as follows:
Mozaic restaurant: December 12th 2020
Aperitif restaurant: January 23rd 2021
Locavore restaurant: February 20th 2021
For each of the dinners, the chefs will collaborate to offer a distinctive dining experience which none of the three restaurants have ever performed before.
The four chefs quote “We are joining forces in order to offer our guests three incredible dining experiences which, in normal times, would not be possible. By doing this we are guaranteeing all of our guests three exciting gastronomic experiences over the next three months.”
Chris Salans (Mozaic)
The chefs have also arranged for guests who will join all three events to win a surprize hamper to be specially curated by the four chefs.
Information about all of the events will be available on each of the restaurant’s platforms – Aperitif (aperitif.com/events) and Mozaic (mozaic-bali.com/events) websites and Locavore’s social media (@restaurantlocavore).
Menus details, pricing and reservations for each event is available through each individual restaurant.
For the first dinner taking place at Mozaic restaurant, Ubud, on December 12th 2020, the chefs will be presenting an exciting menu of modern and creative dishes focused on bringing as much interaction with the guests as possible. Prepare to be surprised and to meet the chefs in person!
Eelke Plasmeijer (Locavore)
Also, Chris Salans will be inviting a special guest chef for this first of the series Gastronomic Trilogy. Chef Mandif Warokka of Blanco par Mandif will be joining the dinner and cooking up some magical dishes along with the chefs.
The price for the 8-course dinner will be IDR1,250,000++ per person. Menu details will be available on Mozaic’s website at mozaic-bali.com/events. An optional All Premium wine pairing
including champagne will be available to complement the dinner for IDR1,250,000++ per person. Dinner reservations will be available from 6pm until 9.30pm.
Seating is limited so please book ahead of time.
Mandif Warokka (Blanco Par Mandif)
About Aperitif
Set amid Ubud’s lush mountain valley setting, Apéritif offers an alternative and unique fine-dining experience in Bali. Housed in an elegant, spacious standalone building overlooking the verdant jungle landscape, the 1920s inspired restaurant offers sophisticated seasonal degustation menus that are representative of the culinary team—led by Executive Chef Nic Vanderbeeken— and their respect for ingredients.
The menu explores the world by way of the Indonesian archipelago; an eclectic journey of global gastronomy with the added influences of the old Spice Islands. It couples high-grade produce sourced globally, locally and from the Apéritif greenhouse with the finesse of Modern European culinary techniques.
About Locavore
Situated in Ubud, the heart of Bali’s art and culture communities. Locavore is a small and unassuming restaurant that seats just 36 for lunch and dinner. We serve modern, creative cuisine through our tasting menu, which often features more than 20 dishes. The menu changes frequently to accommodate our concept to only use Indonesian sourced ingredients.
Ray Adriansyah (Locavore)
About Mozaic
Since its founding in 2001, Mozaic has become renowned for its pioneering concept of combining ingredients and flavours from the Indonesian archipelago with fine imported ingredients using modern French techniques of cooking and presentation. This culinary approach has earned Mozaic multiple international awards such as World Top 50 by San Pellegino, top 5 in Asia by Miele guide, etc…
Mozaic is also a member of Les Grandes Tables du Monde (The Grand Tables of the World), so far one of only three in Southeast Asia.
Chef Owner, Chris Salans, hailed from three Michelin-starred restaurants in France and in the USA before creating his pioneering style of French cuisine-meets-Balinese flavors. Chris is a dedicated mentor and one of Bali’s top culinary ambassadors, representing Indonesia in print, television, and at international food events.
Challenging times highlight the need for leadership. Porsche CEO Oliver Blume explains how he is guiding the company smoothly through the Covid-19 crisis, which principles are helpful to him in the process — and what team sports has got to do with it.
Mr. Blume, Covid-19 presents a huge challenge to the economy and society at large. How has Porsche been handling the crisis thus far?
We have mounted a robust response. That’s also reflected in the positive results from the first half of the year, which put us among the leaders in the industry. The key to our success is our team. We’ve mastered the crisis together—with our health and safety measures, our business focuses, and our digital communications. While always keeping an eye on our customers. Ultimately it’s about them, and we want to fulfill their dreams.
What makes Porsche different?
Porsche has always been different, and it is a special brand. Our team is highly motivated, full of commitment and passion, and very cohesive. The pioneering spirit that fueled the work of Ferry Porsche is alive and well today. We made strategic decisions early on, supported them wholeheartedly, and view this crisis as an opportunity. We’re supported by the appeal of our products, whether we’re talking about the iconic 911, the new Cayenne Coupé, or the all-electric Taycan sports car that was recently declared the most innovative car in the world. All in all, we’re optimistic.
It sounds like you have very clear ideas. But how do you put them into practice under Covid-19 conditions?
By focusing on the essentials. What is the essence of Porsche, what is truly important to us? Crises quickly show how stable and flexible companies are. We devoted intensive efforts to our cost structure. We’ve used the time to further develop our strategies, processes, and products. Generally speaking, we’re making greater use of digital methods than ever before. That applies not only to our internal work at the company, but also to what our customers experience.
To what extent has Covid-19 affected your marketing and communications?
There’s a new reality here too — and it’s much more digital. We celebrated the world premieres of the 911 Turbo S and the 911 Targa online, in authentic, informative, and innovative ways. The feedback has all been positive. Digital formats are also working in sales.
At the same time, however, that emotionally evocative quality you get from actually driving a car is missing. Customer consultations are considerably more disciplined, focused, and targeted. But here too, what’s missing is the personal touch. My overall conclusion remains positive, though. Digital options make life more flexible, while personal contact continues to be valuable.
How did you guide your team through the critical stage of the Covid-19 crisis? Blume: Calmly, systematically, and with a focus on the team. Covid-19 changed how we act as a society, which led to uncertainty. I myself tend to become calmer in critical situations. And then I concentrate all the more on providing support, orientation, and security for the team. At the same time, it’s also important to make clear, quick, and pragmatic decisions.
What decisions had to be made?
Our crisis management team discussed numerous issues every day and made its decisions based on the facts. Our priorities were on protecting health and jobs and on ensuring liquidity and profitability, but also and especially on our customers and partners. Thanks to our IT team, we could do most of our work remotely right from the first day of the lockdown. And we continued to work at the plants wherever possible. When the number of global supply chain shortages kept growing, we ultimately had to suspend production for six weeks. Always with a view to the future and in preparation for starting up again.
Sporting spirit: commemorations of Porsche victories in Le Mans are testaments to teamwork.
During that difficult period the company didn’t concentrate only on itself …
That’s true. It’s important to know how others are doing, and where our help is needed. In a crisis, people need to close ranks. Everyone has to contribute what they can. That led to the Porsche Hilft (“Porsche helps”) program.
In Germany, we assisted the government crisis management teams of the states of Baden-Württemberg and Saxony and used our worldwide supply chains to help procure personal protective equipment. We substantially raised our level of donations in order to help people in trouble. Our employees also made a lot of donations. All kinds of initiatives were launched at our international sites. Our colleagues in the USA auctioned the last 991 Speedster and donated the proceeds to a good cause. Others provided home-cooked meals to seniors every day—there was a wonderfully wide range of activities.
So the Porsche company is not an end in itself, but instead has a function in society?
That’s our basic mindset. Our idea of sustainability covers economic factors and environmental considerations, but also and especially social responsibility. For me personally, it’s a huge motivation to make sure the world remains liveable for our society and future generations.
You’re speaking not only as the CEO of Porsche but also as a human being. Can you tell us who helped to shape your values?
Primarily my parents, family and friends. For example, during the refugee crisis my wife decided to assist the people who were arriving in Germany with literally nothing. So she has been helping them get started, and she teaches German to children. The first ones have already completed high school or job training programs. Education is key. And every individual counts. That type of attitude influences me.
How did you get started in life?
I had a great childhood, and grew up under ordinary circumstances. My father worked at a supermarket, and my mother at a bank. They gave me a solid outlook on life. I take people the way they are. At the company it’s irrelevant to me whether the person I’m talking with is a production worker, a fellow board member, or a supervisory board member. I respect everyone, and know I can learn from everyone. And that’s how I’d like to be treated as well. Those are the basic values I was raised with. Respect and appreciation are very important to me.
Are you an optimist?
Absolutely! I’m always looking for opportunities and imagining what’s possible. A positive attitude is half the battle. I learned that from playing sports. A confident team with a single-minded desire to win will ultimately end up on top.
How important is the leader, and how important is the team?
The quality of a team depends on how it’s led. That’s true in business as well as in sports. At Porsche I see myself as the coach of a top-level team. For me, leadership is a service that is closely related to responsibility, organisation, and orientation. I set up clear guiding principles. But in a way that gives everyone enough room to exercise their own individuality, creativity, and flexibility.
Like in sports, it starts with the team’s lineup. Not everyone can play every position. What counts is that everyone can contribute their strengths in the best possible way. Then you have the formation and the tactics, which are similar to a company’s processes and strategy. And the most important thing is team spirit. With a strong team I can move mountains.
Porsche celebrated great success with the legendary 919 Hybrid.
Have you had inspiring role models?
I haven’t had any specific role models. My inspiration comes from people with outstanding abilities, whether in my personal life, in society, sports or the business world. I’ve had very good superiors, and have learned from each one of them and benefited from their experience.
I’ve always found it important to keep developing as a person and to remain authentic in the process. It doesn’t work to copy other people. In sports I’m fascinated by coaches like Jürgen Klopp, who uses mental and emotional means to get his team members to give their all. That is what quality looks like in leadership. It’s really inspiring.
Does that mean Oliver Blume is still developing as a human being?
Without a doubt. Personal development is a lifelong process. It never stops. A good thing about getting older is that you can integrate previous experiences with new ones. You become more mature, more insightful, and more thoughtful. And you can give a lot of this to other people. That’s one of my biggest motivations in life.
We gain a lot of experience under pressure. How do you deal with these situations?
With a positive outlook, an inner balance and courage. Pressure creates a positive type of intensity in me. It’s important for me not to pass the pressure on to the team. Obviously a road is never going to be completely straight. But with the right attitude, you can reach any goal.
Projects like the new 911 and the Taycan are good examples. There are always obstacles along the way that the team has to overcome. What’s crucial is to be well prepared, to be fit at any given time, and to fight every step of the way—with each team member working for the benefit of everyone else.
How do you find your inner balance?
Playing sports and working out is my favorite way to relax. I go jogging and mountain biking, and also swim and play some tennis. That clears my mind and gives me energy, which makes it easier to reflect on things I maybe should be handling differently or on tasks that need to be prioritized and tackled. That great feeling you get after a workout is a real boost.
Has the Covid-19 crisis changed you personally?
My life feels more conscious and deliberate. Because I’ve been traveling less, I’ve had more time in the evenings for my family. My children were always there, and we’ve had a lot of opportunities to talk. People are what make life worth living, and that’s even clearer to me now. And the fact that you only need a few rather simple things to be truly happy.
Have you missed your otherwise quite intensive travels?
Not really. On the contrary, it has even been a good experience. I’d never had as much time to concentrate on the core of the Porsche business, and I’ve been looking at details more intensively and comprehensively. I wasn’t able to do that as much with my previous schedule and all the activities in the Volkswagen Group.
During the critical period you were basically alone at the factory in Zuffenhausen. What was that like?
I wasn’t entirely alone because a few colleagues were there every day—at a safe distance, of course. But it was a strange feeling to walk through empty production halls. The heart of our work consists of making sports cars; that’s what we live for. And then to be confronted with this void — it was like finding myself in a weird fantasy series, and sometimes I wondered whether it was real or just a bad dream.
Covid-19 prompted people to view cars as protected spaces again. Has that helped their image?
For me, cars have always been a symbol of freedom. A lot of people are feeling this freedom even more strongly now, along with the protective quality. I see a great future for cars as long as they’re sustainable and environmentally friendly. Our shared mission is to make sure that happens.
Speaking of sustainability and the Taycan … Do you remember your first moment in a Taycan?
Of course. It was during one of the early prototype stages, and we were full of suspense. How much of a sports-car sensation can you get with an electric drive? But when I experienced this electric Porsche feeling, the incredible acceleration and driving dynamics, I was exhilarated. The Taycan accelerates faster than the acceleration of gravity. It was like diving into a pool from the ten- metre platform. The Taycan is a milestone in high-performance electric vehicles and sustainable mobility.
And what does this milestone mean for the future of Porsche?
Electromobility is a huge opportunity for us. Creating the Taycan was a tough haul and a demonstration of our pioneering spirit. It was a big challenge, but we also learned a lot. It’s tremendously motivating for our team to see how well the car has been received. In the future we’ll have a flexible combination of powertrains. We’ll be expanding our electric options, but also focusing equally on our emotive combustion engines and powerful hybrid powertrains. Our guiding principle is to provide the right sports car for the right purpose. So Porsche will always remain Porsche.
Text first published in the Christophorus magazine, issue 396. Copyright: The image and sound published here is copyright by Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Germany or other individuals.
Aviary Bintaro is providing an interesting treats in this November with a wide selection of food and beverage promotions from Starling Eatery. After the extension of Large Scale Social Restriction in the South Tangerang, they are limiting our time and space in order to make all guest feel comfortable and safe. Throughout the month of November, there will be an exciting experience for those who wants to dine in safely and comfortable at Starling Eatery.
Starling Eatery Opening Hours
For coffee late fans its coming back with the new Red Coffee Latte flavor which is a combination of coffee, white milk and red velvet which displays a unique color of gradation from the bottom to the top of layer. Enjoy while its cold for only Rp49.000 nett and you may take away.
Red Coffee Latte
To warm your body whe it rains, Honey Ginger Coffee will the one. Combination of black coffee with ginger and honey for only Rp49.000 nett.
Honey Ginger Coffee – Enjoy The Combination of Warm Black Coffee with Ginger and Honey
For choices of food, we have Bebek Goreng Sambal Ijo for only Rp 70.000nett, you may enjoy dry fried duck combined with grilled rice, chili sauce and salad. Iga Bakar will be another choices of our promotion’s, it’s a marinated grilled beef ribs served with savory rice, salad and sambal penyet with only Rp 100.000nett. Enjoy our special food promotion during this month.
Iga Bakar – The Tenderness of Ribs is served with Sambal Penyet and Savory Rice
Experience for your own safety and comfortable while dinning at Starling Eatery. We are limiting our occupancy until 50% and time from 06.00 AM – 10.00 PM every day. We also strive to maximize our healthy procedures, include Swimming Pool, Kid’s Playground and Gym without exception.
Continuing their story in Italy, renowned hotel brand Aman has signed a partnership agreement with Rosa Alpina Hotel & Spa in San Cassiano in Italy’s monumental Unesco listed Dolomiti mountains. Aman’s second hotel in Italy, Rosa Alpina will follow in the footsteps of Aman Venice which has been home to the Arrivabene Family for over 200 years. This forthcoming Aman will echo this family spirit under the ownership of the Pizzinini family who have been firmly at the helm for three generations, residing at the property since 1939.
Under the terms of the agreement, Aman will integrate marketing services and sales, as well as operations on the ground in an initial phase that will span the next 18 months. Evolving judiciously over the years to come, and after significant investment, the long-term partnership will see Rosa Alpina become a fully branded Aman in December 2022 – in time to welcome guests for the winter season.
Very much in line with the Aman philosophy, Rosa Alpina offers subtle glamour, exceptional service and expansive spaces providing a sanctuary for guests wishing to explore the hotel’s breathtaking surroundings.
Rosa Alpina, Italy – Dolomites in Winter
“Aman has always prided itself on offering unique experiences in remarkable settings and our partnership with Rosa Alpina will deliver just this. We are fortunate to have the opportunity to work with the Pizzinini family, in particular Hugo and Ursula, and we look forward to maintaining and celebrating the history of the property all while uniting it with Aman’s philosophy. We will unveil Rosa Alpina as Aman Rosa Alpina in 2022 in what will be our 14th UNESCO site,” said Vladislav Doronin, Chairman and CEO of Aman.
Rosa Alpina’s 52 rooms and suites afford visitors 1,200 kilometers of ski slopes within the Dolomiti Superski region, while in summer and autumn, visitors can unearth the Dolomites’ dramatic valleys on foot, bike or by climbing their vertical walls. While adventure is at the heart of the matter, the on-site 3 Michelin restaurant, St. Hubertus is an indulgent foray into Italian cuisine, where the hotel’s Executive Chef, Norbert Niederkofler is set to continue his journey with Aman, having served as a consultant at Aman Venice since 2019.
Meanwhile the garden-level spa, indoor pool, gym and hammam provide a place of peace, synonymous with that of an Aman.
Speaking on the partnership Hugo Pizzinini, Rosa Alpina Managing Director, commented “Having long followed Aman’s pioneering approach to hospitality, we are proud to be partnering with a brand whose family ethos aligns so well with ours. We look forward to embarking on this new chapter for Rosa Alpina, with Aman as the trusted guardians of our legacy.”
A family affair, Aman’s partnership with Rosa Alpina will extend the brand’s European portfolio in a location where adventure and escapism combine, creating a sanctuary in one of the world’s most unassuming locations.
Rosa Alpina will open for the winter season on 11 December 2020, closing 5 April 2021.
Aman was founded in 1988 with the vision of building a collection of intimate retreats with the unassuming, warm hospitality of a gracious private home. The first, Amanpuri (place of peace) in Phuket, Thailand, introduced the concept and, since then, Aman has grown to encompass 33 exquisitely serene hotels and resorts in 20 destinations across the world, with a further eight under construction. The next Aman to open will be Aman New York.
The introduction of Aman Skincare in 2018 and SVA in 2020 has continued the holistic journey beyond the perimeters of Aman’s havens. Offering a soothing journey to a place of beautifully scented repose and respite, Aman Skincare represents the spirit of Aman in a bottle. Meanwhile, SVA’s range of all-natural food supplements allow Aman guests to maintain optimum health, supporting one’s wellness journey from the comfort of their own home.
In 2020, Aman welcomed a new hotel brand, Janu – meaning ‘soul’ in Sanskrit. Janu offers a unique take on hospitality where genuine human interaction, playful expression and social wellness are at the core of the experience. Janu aims to bring balance to the head and heart and rekindle the soul. Janu launches with three forthcoming hotels which are already under construction: Montenegro (2022), Al Ula in Saudi Arabia (2022) and Tokyo (2022), as well as a robust pipeline of future hotels. Janu Montenegro will be the first hotel to incorporate the brands serviced residence concept, enabling guests to wholly embrace the Janu lifestyle.
A bounty of new specials awaits guests at the luxury escape on the Bukit Peninsula.
Immerse yourself in a summer to remember courtesy of Karma Beach Bali. The acclaimed Bukit Peninsula resident has welcomed a bounty of promotional treasures to treat its incoming guests. Begin your day with a breakfast seaside, with Karma Beach now serving morning meals on the sand.
Enjoy a specialty breakfast dish, like the decadent Croissant French Toast or healthy Vegetarian Omelettes. Each comes accompanied by sliced tropical fruit, traditional favourite jamu, a freshly squeezed juice and a coffee for just IDR 250k.
Edible offerings don’t end there – salute the sunset at the day’s end with a glass in hand courtesy of the Golden Hour special. From 5.30-6.30pm daily, Karma Beach Bali will be treating guests to a series of drinks specials, including Sangria and Mojito Cocktail Jugs for 440K++.
On Sundays the attention turns instead to live music. Savage Sundays has just been introduced, hosting a rotating collection of international and resident DJ talent. Dance the weekend away, stopping to enjoy the fusion of local and international cuisine on offer, and the bonfire at sunset. Savage Sundays will take place from 11.00am until late, with Happy Hour held from 2.00-4.00pm.
There are a number of Gold, Silver, and Family packages available, with reservations available via [email protected]
Or keep things more casual with Movie Night. Taking place every Monday eve, this is a chance to enjoy a film with your loved ones (children included) from the comfort of the sand. Movies are screened from 6.45pm with table reservations available on request.
Discover more about the promotional specials available at Karma Beach Bali online.
BACKGROUND ON KARMA GROUP
Karma Group is an award-winning international travel and lifestyle brand offering extraordinary experiences in the world’s most beautiful locations and is headed by Chairman and Founder, John Spence, former Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year and member of the judging panel for the Ernst & Young World Entrepreneur of the Year.
John has been honored by being awarded the Edward P. Bass Honorary Fellowship at Yale in the Fall Semester of 2019 in the School of Architecture, marking the first time Yale has extended this to the same person more than once. He has also been awarded a Distinguished Visiting Fellowship at UCLA as well as working with students from the University of Pennsylvania to design a chateau development in Carcassonne.
Karma Group comprises Karma Resorts, Karma Retreats, Karma Royal, Karma Estates, Karma Beach, Karma Spa, Karma Boutique, and Karma Kasa. Karma Group is currently operating 33 resorts in more than 10 countries, including Australia, Italy, France, Germany, Greece, India, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and the United Kingdom. There are currently five properties in development and the Group is negotiating three separate acquisitions in Scotland (a golf resort), Cyprus, and Bulgaria.
In 2016, Karma Group and Sanctum Hotel Group announced a joint venture to develop a series of authentic rock ‘n’ roll styled and orientated hotels in strategic locations around the world, accompanied by an exclusive private membership club, now with over 85,000 members.
In 2017, Karma Group were awarded the contract to manage and develop the golf course on Rottnest Island in Western Australia and in Greece, RCI, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange, selected Karma Group to manage its operations in the Greek market.
Ship equipment is said to be a means of support when the ship sails in the waters. The type of equipment that must be installed is ship navigation and communication equipment. Useful for determining the direction of the ship so that it gets to its destination safely.
Navigation tools were popular in use since the time before Napoleon Bonaparte’s voyages. However, in the past, sailors relied on conventional or natural navigation. Like celestial bodies, stars and the sun are considered the most accurate directions.
In addition, it is very important for ships to have a means of communication that connects crew members with ship operators and other vessels. Check out the following reviews regarding ship navigation and communication equipment that must be checked before a ship sails.
Marine Navigation Equipment
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Onboard ship equipment and navigation resources along with ship equipment and supplies are mandatory when sailing. One of the most important things is the navigation equipment that a cargo ship should ideally have, namely:
1. Marine Radar
Its main function is to detect the weather, clouds, and the presence of other ships in front. So that the crew and ship passengers avoid danger. Radar is an acronym for Radio Detection and Ranging which consists of a detection system, distance measuring and display of the ship’s track map.
Radar works to send radio waves that have a strong frequency and the receiver hears the echo back. Then an analysis of the reflected signal is carried out. The echo reflector will indicate the location of the ship.
Radar is considered to be effective in detecting long-distance objects that have not been detected by sound and light. The most widely used marine radar is the Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) with the following functions:
show the navigation direction of the ship,
operation automatically acquiring targets and enabling manual performance,
digital acquired target readings, sighting range, vessel speed, bearing, and closest point of approach (CPA),
displays detailed information regarding collisions and direct assessment of the PPI using vectors,
capable of maneuvering the ship, changing speed, and automatic ground stabilization for navigation needs,
speed up the process of obtaining radar information.
2. Ship satellites
The ship’s satellite uses radio signals that are transmitted to receivers or operators on land. So, the captain is able to determine the location of the ship easily. Ship satellites that are widely used by sailors are Global Positioning Satellite or GPS. Its function is used as a search tool for accurate and direct Earth coordinates.
3. Map
Maps are classified as the main equipment that must be present during a voyage. Generally, the map used by ships is two-dimensional and the projections use a certain scale. The captain and crew must know cartography to read maps. The map projection is divided as follows:
a. Map projection according to the projection plane:
Zenithal Projection
Cylinders Projection
Cone Projection
b. Map projection according to the position of the projection plane:
Normal projection
Transverse projection
Oblique projection
c. Map projection according to distortion-free elements:
Projection conform
Projection equivalent
Equidistant projection
4. Compass
Compass is a navigation equipment for pointing and determining the direction of the ship. Usually the compass arrows are magnetic and aligned with the earth’s magnetic field. The cardinal directions shown by the compass are north, south, east and west. Sailors generally use a compass along with a clock and a sextant.
The compass has a type of pointer or direction that follows a sundial. This type of compass variation tends to be fragile in structure. There is also a compass that is used as a direction, namely the Gyrocompass.
5. IRS (Inertial Reference System)
The Inertial Reference System is a navigation equipment for modern ships. The installation is in the form of a system that functions to find out the coordinates of the ship based on the inertial effect.
The IRS system differs from the Ship GPS system in that it does not require ground observation stations or operator assistance. Modern IRS systems are usually equipped with a digital map for optimal operation.
Ship Communication Equipment
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In addition to the use of ship navigation equipment, ship communication equipment is also needed. This is because ships cannot sail alone without coordinating with operators on land. Some of the minimum ship communication equipment must be available, including:
1. Telegraph
Telegraph, a ship communication tool which has the function of sending and receiving messages remotely. The system in the telegraph uses Morse Code to capture radio frequency waves.
Morse code is a method for sending information according to standard data for sending light and tone. There are various dot and dash taps in messages in the form of sentences, words, letters, numbers, and punctuation marks.
There is also morse code notified by the flag, whistle, light, and morse beat. Messages from the telegraph are sent by operators using Morse code known as telegrams. Crew members and sailors more often call it a wire or cable message.
2. Marine VHF Radio
Marine VHF radio, a ship communication tool installed as a means to call rescue teams, bridges and marines, as well as port operators. The operation of this communication tool uses VHF frequencies, between 156-174 MHz.
Marine VHF radio set is a combined transmitter and receiver that is operated to international standards. This radion frequency points to an international channel, namely Channel 16 (156.8 MHz).
An innovative holiday solution – which allows travellers to purchase into a holiday trust providing them with access to a variety of resorts for the next 20 years at today’s prices – has launched in Indonesia.
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Members of IHC pay an upfront fee and gain usage rights at IHC resorts for 20 years and, as part of their membership currently, the ability to utilise other vacation clubs across the Wyndham Destinations network and more than 4,200 resorts through exchange partner RCI. Unlike most vacation clubs, members of IHC only pay annual levies when and if they holiday.
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A wonderfully comforting Christmas interior that speaks of a simpler time on the Devonshire coast
Internationally renowned interior designer Katharine Pooley will be celebrating this Christmas in her cottage The Weatherstone House located on the windswept Devonshire coast. For Katharine, December by the sea means bracing beach walks, fortifying dips in the sea, tobogganing on the dunes, a hot bath by candlelight, cosy chats by the fire and a charming, informal and thoughtful Christmas lunch with the family.
Katharine Pooley
For this Christmas, Katharine has created a wonderfully comforting Christmas interior that speaks of a simpler life. The cottage is beautifully decorated and full of candles, natural garlands of ivy, pine and festive greenery from the grounds of her home in Oxfordshire, children’s toys and stones and shells from the surrounding beaches.
It is both relaxing and stylishly simple. Luxurious and original elements abound reflecting Katharine’s renowned design sensibilities with a pervading sense of peace and comfort as the main objectives.
The cottage’s entrance is framed with an archway of seasonal foliage, while the deep blue front door is festooned with a simple loose wreath. Boots line the hall ready for a dog walk; mistletoe hangs in readiness upon heavy winter coats and foliage falls from each wall light.
In the living room, the light blue interior is warmed by a candlelit mantelpiece, roaring fire, and softly twinkling lights upon the Christmas tree. Early white daffodils add their fresh blooms and delicate scent to the coffee table. Paper chains from The Shop Floor Project, plates of gingerbread men and presents wrapped in beautiful marble papers from Payhembury Marbled Papers tied together with velvet ribbons add whimsical and charming detail.
Decorating the tree is a joy to be shared with Katharine’s two sons. Baubles new and old combine with the soft patina of natural starfish, a recurring theme in the decorations throughout, while marbled orbs from Cox and Cox are a standout feature.
As Christmas lunch by the sea is an intimate and informal occasion, the dining table is strewn with foliage, oranges, and handmade tapered candles set in Katharine’s antique brass candlesticks. Details include handmade brown paper crackers tied with raffia and linen & velvet ribbons while wicker placemats from ‘William Yeoward’ sit below the elegant blue plates.
Linen napkins with a raw edge detail are perfectly partnered with the rough natural beauty of the Oyster shells Katharine uses to hold salt and pepper. Cockleshells collected by the boys are scattered across the ivory linen tablecloth. A final detail: Name places are marked with simple initials in ink on brown paper held in place on each napkin with a bright white starfish.
In the hallway, a quiet corner by the stairway is the perfect place to enjoy a cup of tea and a mince pie! Armfuls of foliage follows the rising treads of the staircase above – this time studded with subtle white starfish and clusters of pinecones. “My favourite detail is the glass lamp base and shade from ‘Fermoie’ with its delicate gathered shade,” says Katharine.
Katharine has worked foliage between the rails of the bunk beds to create a magical Christmas grotto effect. Details include the boys Steiff Bears with tartan and velvet ribbons, fun hand block printed cotton quilts from ‘Wicklewood’, Soldier Cushions from ‘Chelsea Textiles’, and most importantly the boys’ unusual hand knitted stockings which await Father Christmas’s arrival.
A miniature tree on the windowsill is decorated with tiny Victorian glass miniature baubles from Katharine’s collection and is surrounded by small presents with contrast velvet ribbons. Toy soldiers add to the fun while paper stars hang prettily above.
Finally, the master bathroom is designed to become a calming retreat and place of recovery after freezing cold swims in the sea. A loose arrangement of branches and leaves hangs above the blue roll cast iron bath, the timber stool to one side perfectly positioned for reading a good book by candlelight.
