Welcome to the March edition of Karma Chronicles – our global briefing of the best of Karma Group’s travel and lifestyle culture. In this edition, we celebrate two awards by the esteemed ‘Rethinking the Future Architect Awards’. Explore spiritual Balinese New Year getaways and perfect Easter breaks in top destinations. All this plus win a 2-night spa getaway at Karma Rottnest – one of the most dazzling destinations on earth.

Karma Group’s Sustainable Designs Win Top ‘Rethinking The Future’
Architect Awards

We are honoured to announce P-A-T-T-E-R-N-S has won two prestigious awards for their sustainable designs for Karma Group projects for the 2020 ‘Rethinking the Future Architect Awards’ (RTF).

A First Prize Award in the hospitality concept category was granted to Karma Bequia, a sustainable resort proposed for Bequia island in the Grenadines Islands on Saint Vincents in the Caribbean. A Third Prize Award was for Stiff Chili [Karma Sanctum Bali], a proposed 40-suite sustainable resort in Uluwatu in Bali.

Says P-A-T-T-E-R-N-S Director Georgina Huljich: “Working with John and the entire Karma team has granted us the possibility to challenge our practice by integrating a genuine sense of local vernacular and pushing the boundaries of what represents the conventional. Both projects embrace the highest hospitality AND aesthetic standards framed by both Karma and P-A-T-T-E-R-N-S as brands, along with being unique and full of character.”

The annual ‘Rethinking the Future Architect Awards’ are given to projects showcasing excellence and innovation in architecture and design.

Adds John Spence, Karma Group’s Chairman. “Good architecture is a Vital part of creating a successful resort and is a passion of myself and the company. I am very proud that we have received these awards and want to congratulate Georgina and her team of extremely talented people.”

This year, 1500+ entries were registered from more than 50 countries, spanning architecture, landscape, urban design, product design, and interior design categories.

Karma News

Here’s How Karma Group Is Celebrating Balinese New Year In 2020

When you seek a spiritual Bali getaway…

Pack your bags and head to Bali this March to celebrate Balinese New Year – it’s one of the most unique new year celebrations you’ll ever experience. Observe the Melasti Cleansing Ceremony where entire villages journey down to the sea or holy spring to perform beautiful purification rituals. There’s the dynamic Ogoh Ogoh parade that the kids will love followed by ‘Nyepi’, the Hindu day of sacred silence…

Here’s everything you need to know about Balinese New Year

Exclusive Nyepi Special Offers

Chef’s Corner – Supercharge Yourself With A Spa-inspired Breakfast
at Karma Kandara In Bali

We can’t think of a better way to start your day than breakfast at Karma Kandara’s clifftop di Mare restaurant overlooking the Indian ocean. Chef Joseph’s newly devised menu consists of spa-inspired creations including gluten free quinoa pancakes, vegan almond milk bircher muesli with goji berries and a tropical fruit parfait with homemade coconut yogurt to name a few. If you need a little decadence then explore his playful variations of breakfast classics such as a Balinese Benedict made with bumbu cured pork loin which is smoked over coconut husks and topped with kaffir lime hollandaise.

Another highlight is the Baked Eggs Balado that is a local flavored play on shakshuka. All this plus daily health tonics served by Karma Group’s Jamu lady to get you vacation-ready for another day in paradise.

Discover Baked Eggs Balado recipe here

Wellbeing Alert

Massages are no longer only a luxury pampering experience but an essential way to maintain our health and vitality. From lymphatic health to lowering our blood pressure, and increased circulation, here’s 8 reasons to treat yourself to a massage this season.

Read on… 8 Reasons To Promise Yourself More Massages In 2020!

Hear Them Roar

In celebration of Karma Group’s Animals of Karma Campaign 2020, this month we recognize the Bengal Tiger, India’s national animal. Stay at Karma Sitabani resort situated in the Jim Corbett National Park in the sub-Himalayan belt, and come face to face with these majestic creatures. Renowned for their power and strength, they are thought to be one of the world’s biggest wild cats alive today. Other species to get close up and personal with when staying at Karma Sitabani include elephants, deers, and leopards.

IN THE PRESS

Look who made the headlines in Asia-Pacific’s cream of the crop publications this month. Our founder, John Spence, shares his thoughts on sustainability and travel with the highly-acclaimed Destinasian magazine. Meanwhile, Australia’s leading food, travel and lifestyle blog, Gastrology, discover nirvana at Karma Kandara in Bali…

Read more “A Chat with John Spence of Karma Group” on Destinasian magazine

Read more “Karma Kandara” on Gastrology