Australian chefs are turning the island into a global food-lovers' favourite.IN THE 2½ years since former Sydneysider Kath Townsend took on the executive chef role at luxury Ubud resort Maya, she has witnessed a momentum that shows no signs of slowing.''This season has been insane … and my first one was a record for Bali, despite the global financial crisis in Australia,'' Townsend says. ''The high season used to start at the end of June; now it starts at the beginning, even in Ubud, and we're supposed to be the village, boutique area.''Townsend has worked in Vietnam, Sri Lanka and the Maldives, and spent several years as Bill Granger's right-hand woman at Bills in Darlinghurst.Ubud duck, three ways, at Maya. She says there has been an influx of Australian chefs in Bali. It can feel as if there are more award-winning foreign chefs and restaurateurs there now than there are surfers, at least in the busiest areas of Seminyak, Legian and Ubud.Townsend reels off a few names: Stephen Moore, a former Rockpool guy at Cocoon Beach Club in Kuta; and in Ubud, Nicolas Lazzaroni, a chef who made a name for himself in Byron Bay and ''takes his food very seriously at Bridges''.''The general managers here really like Aussie chefs,'' Townsend says. ''They think we have a 'give it a go' attitude. I've been employable in Asia because they tell me I'm not like some European chefs; I don't have the 'this is my kitchen, stay out' attitude. We get on with it.''A dish at Davenport's Ku De Ta. Photo: Christopher LeggettThere are many theories about the flourishing dining scene. One highlights the ''new'' money coming in from Jakarta, China, Russia and India. There is also the fact that Italians and the French have always loved Bali and, as economic woes dog Europe, the island's value for money, great weather and exoticism make it a perfect alternative.Australian interest is also part of the picture: the number of Australian tourists choosing Bali for their holidays rose about 27 per cent (on the previous year) and was nudging 350,000 in the first half of last year.New Zealander Phil Davenport is executive chef at Ku De Ta in Seminyak. Like many of his island-bound colleagues, Davenport was known in Australia - as head chef at Bondi's Hugo's - before taking his career on the road, including a stint at a private club in London's Mayfair and at a boutique resort on the Caribbean island of Antigua.The lounge and restaurant at Metis. Davenport says he sees ''different people in different seasons''. July for Australians, for example, August for the French and Italians, January for the Russian Christmas revellers and Chinese New Year for guests from Singapore and Hong Kong. Then there is the local community, which includes a considerable French expat population of about 25,000.Prahran-based architect Charlie Salter designed the stunning Metis restaurant in Kerobokan, next to Seminyak, with Denpasar-based, Australian-educated Shinta Siregar from Nexus Studio. He has another theory: ''Bali is like the Gold Coast for people with money in Perth. It's just a three-hour flight, so plenty of Aussies own properties there. Consequently, you'll see the restaurants full of an older crowd, who are after an elegant, complete dining experience. They're the kind of people you'll see at Sarong.''Also in Kerobokan, Sarong is the opulent restaurant-cum-lounge from Will Meyrick, former chef at Sydney's Jimmy Liks and Longrain. It's a bit like Donovan's sexier, hot-blooded sister, with plush furniture, juxtapositions of style and plenty of room for lounging.Maya Sari restaurant in Ubud. Metis is fine dining as envisioned by Nicolas ''Doudou'' Tourneville and Said Alem, two men known for another popular place, Warisan. The downstairs section of the restaurant is arranged in a U shape. Tuck into sashimi-style scallops, or stuffed zucchini flowers, as you look out over lily-filled ponds, which are spotlit at night. Metis mixes food, shopping and design with boutiques and galleries through the complex, a concept Warisan pioneered.But it is catering that Salter says the Metis guys have really tapped into. There is big business to be had in Bali, with customers coming from Jakarta, China, India and elsewhere. From wedding receptions and cocktail parties to anniversaries or corporate events, people are looking for places outside of big hotels to host large functions. This could mean somewhere such as Metis but also at the large walled villas popping up all over the island.Regular visitors to Bali have their favourites, depending on where they stay, and new ones are constantly appearing. La Lucciola, the thatched-roof grand dame on Seminyak beach, remains a romantic and sentimental favourite, the kind of place at which one might pop the question.Gado Gado, also by the water, is a beautiful spot to tuck into a nest of angel-hair pasta with chilli crab or a smoked-salmon sandwich with hand-cut coleslaw for lunch. The venue's huge deck looks out on swimmers and men selling kites and it appeals to couples and families alike. A large tree grows up through the deck, its long, low arm reaching down over the waiters' station, meaning the serving staff have to limbo to get to their equipment; there's also a bar that beckons for a sunset cocktail.Sarong is a gorgeous night out, welcoming and serving Asian street food that's had a million-dollar makeover. Try the twice-cooked pork belly with mandarin slices on the side, the salt-and-pepper squid or the naan stuffed with lamb and yoghurt.Ku De Ta has a reputation as the place where Bali goes to party. An elegantly sprawling design means serious diners remain undisturbed by the drinkers on the rooftop beer garden.What drives chefs such as Davenport to go to so much trouble to create dishes of a standard that appeals to the Miele Guide?''We're professionals,'' he says. ''We're going to give the best we've got. I'm employed to do a good job. It's my career, my legacy and reputation. We want to be known as a food destination. Chefs don't want to just work at beach bars.''Bebek betutu or babi guling? Best of Balinese is worth the huntMANY of Bali's hippest restaurants concentrate on Mediterranean cuisine or fusion styles - indigenous Balinese cooking is rarely the focus. Shinta Siregar, who helped design Metis in Kerobokan, says this might be because the Asian clientele snaps up local chefs for their private villas. ''This food is often superb and you wouldn't be able to find it in any restaurant,'' she says. Siregar's own live-in Javanese cook is so popular she caters for the architect's friends and colleagues. At lunchtime she heads off on her motorbike to deliver food.Siregar loves Padang food of West Sumatra and cites as favourites La Pau at Sanur, where ''mum does the cooking, great beef rendang'', and Warung Batavia in Seminyak.Phil Davenport enjoys eating at Bambuku in Kuta where ''they make stuff for lunch and, once it's gone, it's gone''. He says Jimbaran Bay, home of seafood grilled with Balinese sauces, is worth a sundown visit - Menega Cafe is a favourite.Maya's Kath Townsend likes Ubud's healthy eating options - Bali Buddha and Naughty Nuri's. She says these are popular with ''the EPLs'' coming to Ubud (EPL refers to visitors inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert's book Eat, Pray, Love). She likes to eat nasi champur, Indonesian mixed rice, and the distinctive Balinese Bumbu spice mix - ''highly medicinal''.A member of the Slow Food movement and its founder in Ubud, Townsend loves slow-roasted Balinese duck, bebek betutu. ''It's marinated in a special spice mix, using the lean ducks from the rice paddies, wrapped in banana leaves, then wrapped in coconut husks and baked in the ground. You need to order a day in advance.''Babi guling is Bali's famous roast pig. Townsend's diners enjoy a version ordered in from a local roaster. Ubud is also home to Ibu Oka, the place where Anthony Bourdain had what he called ''the best pig ever''.Expensive dropWINE prices remain a sticking point everywhere you go in Bali - in the range of $75 for a bottle of Peter Lehmann shiraz at Metis.While Bali is Hindu, Indonesia is a Muslim country, so the sale of alcohol, and the taxing of it, remains tricky. Those in the know suggest trying Chilean drops or something from California as alternatives. The island is overpopulated with ''mixologists'', so cocktails are plentiful and inexpensive.If beer is more your thing, it's available at many convenience stores. The original local tipples, Bali Hai and Bintang, are (thankfully) now up against newcomer Storm Brewing, a pale ale full of hoppy goodness, similar to Fat Yak. Many places also sell Carlsberg, San Miguel and Heineken.Source: EpicureRead more: http://www.theage.com.au/entertainment/restaurants-and-bars/bali-rides-a-new-wave-of-flavour-20120114-1pzy3.html#ixzz1jrx1GNNO

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa is proud to present three exceptional women painters: Ardha P. Koto, Tjok Mas Astiti and Agnes Yulinawati. During the month of December 2011 they will exhibit their latest works titled “Enchanting Colors by Trio Women Painters”.Ardha Prihandono Koto has exhibited her works widely in Indonesia and overseas since 1974. She likes to experiment and express her thoughts in many creative ways. Ardha, a former lecturer of the Art & Design Faculty in Institute of Technology Bandung (ITB) is known for live painting performance and her poetic titles. She is active in teaching and consulting young artists and women artists. Tjokorda Istri Mas Astiti is originally from Payangan, Gianyar and currently teaches at the Institute of Art Denpasar. Tjok Mas has been painting and participating in exhibitions since 1965 in Denpasar, Yogyakarta, Bandung, Jakarta, Germany, London and Australia. In her work Tjok Mas focuses on the lives and feeling of women, especially Balinese woman with particular cares and responsibilities, not only for her children, but also in other roles of life, such as dancing, teaching and as a wife and mother. Agnes Yulinawati gained insight into the flourishing Japanese art world in 1980-1981 as an overseas technical trainee before graduating from Udayana University in 1983. Her first painting exhibition was in 1977 “Exhibition of Young Indonesia Painters” at Taman Ismail Marzuki, Jakarta. Since then Agnes has exhibited her works in various cities of Indonesia and Japan. As Agnes matured as an artist, her landscapes metamorphosed from painstakingly accurate renditions of scenes to a more evocative, spiritual expression of landscapes. “Enchanting Colors by Trio Women Painters” exhibition will be held in the Lobby of Maya Ubud Resort & Spa during the month of December 2011.

Annemarie KiparThe Gallery Boutique of Maya Ubud Resort & Spa, during the month of August will feature a unique collection of jeweled batik tapestries designed by Annemarie Kipar.German-born Annemarie Kipar decorates her beautiful batik selection with beads,sequins and stones piece, creating beautiful glittering tapestries. Annemarie found Indonesian batiks to be magical in their intricate design with motifs ranging from imaginative to naif; mystical to primitive.Each piece of art takes three to four months to complete. Over the years Annemarie's tapestries have become collector's items throughout the world and adorn the homes of celebrities. Apart of the proceeds from this exhibition will be donated to Smile Foundation Bali and Metropolis in Tirta Gangga, Karangasem, Bali. 

The award winning Maya Ubud Resort & Spa opened its new Fitness Center and Yoga Pavilion on Friday, July 15, 2011. Located on the western side of the resort adjoining the tennis court and overlooking the pitch & putt golf green.The fully air-conditioned Fitness Center features the latest state-of-the-art exercise equipment offering our resort guests the opportunity to enjoy their regular workout whilst on vacation. On the upper level, a generous 187 square meter space provides an excellent venue for daily yoga in a tranquil atmosphere, with stunning views over the resort gardens and the adjacent rice terraces.The Fitness Center is open from 06.00 to 21.00 and offers the services of a Personal Trainer. As part of our wellness program on the floor above, a one hour complimentary "Yoga for Beginners" session is conducted each morning for all to join. Following this, the pavilion is available for private yoga lessons, group sessions or yoga retreat activities. These new facilities complement the resort's other holistic wellness programs."Since the inception of Maya Ubud, we have constantly striven to upgrade and improve our product to meet the every growing requirements of our guests," commented Paul Blake, General Manager.Other recreational facilities and activities available in Maya Ubud Resort & Spa include two infinity-edge swimming pools, a hard surface floodlit tennis court, pitch & putt golf green, Pilates lessons, Balinese cooking classes, nature walks, village trekking excursions and mountain biking.For further information please contact:Julita ChandraMarketing Communications ManagerTel. +62 361 977 888Fax. +62 361 977 555marketing@mayaubud.comwww.mayaubud.com

Traditional Life of Bali that is the theme of the Solo Painting Exhibition by Wayan Pendet, held at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa Lobby from the 1st July to 31st July 2011.Wayan Pendet, born in 1939 in Peliatan ubud. He graduated from junior high school in Ubud in 1956 and then studied painting techniques under Anak Agung Raka Turas from 1956 - 1959.Apart from painting, Wayan was also parcitipated in wood carving and soft stone sketch and relief projects. Together with his mentor, Anak Agung Raka Turas he was involved in the creation of Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (Indonesia Miniature park) Jakarta in 1975. He was also participated in creating two monuments at museum Purna Bhakti Pertiwi in Jakarta in 1990.Wayan Pendet uses acrylic, water color on paper and canvas for his paintings. In his daily life Wayan is also a farmer and it is from here he has acquired inspiration for many of his paintings. His charming artworks reflect much of the traditional Balinese way of life, dances, temple ceremonies and the colorful traditional market.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa is featuring a painting exhibition by Ubud artists, entitled “United Colour of Art” during the month of June. The paintings being exhibited will include traditional and classic subjects such as a beautiful Oleg Tambulilingan Dancer, Kecak, Baris, Pendet; and other works in a more modern style.All artists were born and raised in Ubud, the center of classical Balinese art. Talented from birth, all were introduced to art at very young. They explore the island’s rich cultural heritage and express it in their creative paintings. All are actively exhibiting their works in various places Bali and overseas.The most senior painter is I Dewa Putu Mokoh, 75 years old. He was a student of I Gusti Ketut Kobot, whose work was influenced by Rudolf Bonnet (1895-1978). In the 1970’s Mokoh found his own style of painting which is renowned for its simplicity, detail and humor.Wayan Eka Partama is the youngest of the painters in this exhibition. Nevertheless he is a prolific artist and has already participated in 23 exhibitions in Bali and Jakarta and was one of the best graduates of ISI Denpasar (Art Institute of Indonesia in Denpasar) in 2008.These outstanding works of acrylic on canvas can be viewed during this exhibition at the Lobby of Maya Ubud Resort & Spa during the month of June. fz-2011

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa will feature a solo painting exhibition by I Ketut Teler, titled “Welcome to Paradise” from January 8 - February 8, 2011.Teler will display 22 of his unique artworks themed “Welcome to Paradise”, which are the testimonies to the various phenomena of costumes, culture, tradition & religions that occurred in Bali. The paintings show various forms of acculturation and cultural adaptation that grow harmoniously in Bali.Born in 1971 in the village of Bangli, Bali, Teler graduated from the Institute of Fine Arts Indonesia in Denpasar. Since 1992 he has been active in group exhibitions in a number of galleries and museums in Bali, Yogyakarta and Jakarta. In 1995 he participated in The Artist Residence in Boston, USA. In the same year he was awarded the First Prize Kamasra by the ISI in Denpasar.Since 2002, Teler has been interested in icons and Buddhism which is often reflected in his works. He pursues the philosophy of Mahayana Buddhism, and the rituals of Vajrayana. “Through the middle way, I want to search and find the essence of dualism, which is able to bring about an attitude of tolerance and harmony in life. The middle way it also inspires a lot of my works,” he said.Teler’s exquisite works can be viewed during this exhibition at the Lobby of Maya Ubud Resort & Spa from January 8 - February 8, 2011.

A Palebon Agung, the cremation ceremony of Ida Dwa Agung Peliatan IX was held on November 2, 2010 in the vicinity of Ubud. The procession started around 1 p.m. with a mass of local community carried out 8.5-meter-high white bull with golden horns, a 6-meter-high dragon bridge (nagabanda), and a 25-meter-high 11-tier cremation tower (bade). The body of the royal Ida Dwa Agung Peliatan IX was placed in this tower and transported to the Pura Dalem from Peliatan Palace.

Dadik Isbandono displays eleven (11) of his unique paintings at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa. In this exhibition he roamed realism using different materials, such as: coffee, tea, pencil colour and acrylic on canvas.Dadik shared that the technique he uses for painting with tea is similar with painting with water-colour. We can see the water marks from the brush. While painting with coffee will create an end result a rough surface. It’s interesting to know that the quality and way to handle these paintings are the same as painting using other materials.Born in 1969 in Kediri - East Java, Dadik Isbandono studied fine art painting in IKIP Malang – East Java and was graduated in 1992. In 1998 Dadik moved to Bali and do a lot of human portrait paintings. He captures natural human expression in daily life in most of his works.Dadik’s beautiful works can be viewed during this exhibition at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa from October 6 to November 15, 2010.

Maya Ubud is supporting a local non-profit conservation organisation, Friends of National Parks Foundation (FNPF), to restore forest cover on the Bali adjacent island of Nusa Penida from only 5% to 30%.Trees combat global warming by extracting CO2 from the atmosphere. Trees reduce soil erosion and bring higher rainfall. Trees provide habitat for wildlife.Maya Ubud invites guests to plant-a-tree and restore 1 hectare of a 100 hectare reforestation project. A plaque listing all Maya Ubud donors will be placed on the land. Donors will receive the FNPF annual newsletter describing the progress of the reforestation project. $20 donation will cover the cost of growing 4 saplings from seeds in the FNPF nursery, planting on the land, and then 3 years of care (mulch & water)FNPF is a local non-profit conservation organisation that combines Wildlife Protection, Habitat Restoration and Community Wellbeing (www.fnpf.org). FNPF has converted Nusa Penida into a unique “island bird sanctuary”. Endangered Indonesian bird species are released onto the island to build up their numbers free from the threat of poachers. FNPF runs day trips from Ubud to Nusa Penida to visit the conservation project. If interested, please contact our Resort Guide at extension 1901. All proceeds and donations are used to fund the project.

On Thursday the 28th of September, Maya Ubud began visitation to several homes of orphan in Bali. The first visit was the Balinese orphanage known as Seeds of Hope, located in Dalung and founded by Tommy and his wife Sandra. This orphanage provides care to 67 children from the age of 10 months up to 18 years. Benih Harapan was the second orphanage visited in the same day.In the following days, Saturday the 2nd of October, Maya Ubud visited more orphanages, Darma Jati a privately run Balinese orphanage for more than 200 children and Tat Wam Asi an orphanage for 45 girls. Yayasan Senyum, a non profit, independent organization working to bring health care to people with craniofacial disabilities was visited as well during the day.During this visitation, some donation of useable stuff has been handed to them by Maya Ubud management. Further donation will be given to the other organization that provided care to orphans and poor and homeless children.

The Balinese temple ceremony called Piodalan was held on September 8, 2010 at Maya Ubud's temple. Hotel staffs and management presented banten and gebogan as an offering to the Hindu deities. The ceremony has been also filled with the hotel guests who are interested in attending the ceremony. Balinese Mask Dance and Shadow Puppet were performed followed by the procession with Ida Pedanda Gede Jelantik Giri, Balinese high priest.

The Gallery Boutique of Maya Ubud Resort & Spa during the month of September will feature a unique collection of jeweled batik tapestries designed by Annemarie Kipar along with a collection of fabric collage by Helga Fiedler.German-born Annemarie Kipar decorates her beautiful batik selection with beads, sequins and stones piece by piece, creating beautiful glittering tapestries. Annemarie found Indonesian batiks to be magical in their intricate design with motifs ranging from imaginative to naïf; mystical to primitive. Each piece of art takes three to four months to complete. Over the years Annemarie’s tapestries have become collector’s items throughout the world and adorn the homes of celebrities such as Elizabeth Taylor.Inspired by Annemarie’s unique collection, her long time friend Helga A. Fiedler, whose hobbies included painting, doll making, patchwork & quilting, began creating her own wonderful pieces of collage from the extensive array of fabrics and beads collected over her many years in Bali. These intriguing pieces of artwork will also be displayed during this exhibition.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa will feature a group painting exhibition featuring water colours artwork of 20 selected painters titled “Look Back, Reflect on Nature” from August 1 – 31, 2010.The twenty (20) artists of Agus Budiyanto Aquarelle Studio through their beautiful paintings invite us to return to the environment, for viewing the paintings one will be able to look back, reflect and be encouraged to make every effort to maintain the balance of nature.The Aquarelle’s beautiful works can be viewed during this exhibition at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa from August 1 – 31, 2010.Part of the proceeds from this exhibition will be donated to the Bali International Women’s Association (BIWA) to support their social and environmental projects.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa’s special eight day package: A Spiritual Journey, has been an exceptional experience for its participants. See what they say about it.Since the beginning of the year when first introduced, demand for this package has seen a steady increase by those wishing to discover the real essence of the life of the Balinese, and experience their unique culture and spirituality.The Spiritual Journey package is a unique package that introduces and assists participants to better understand the spiritual aspects of Balinese life and customs, whilst creating a rejuvenating and healing experience for participants. The Spiritual Journey commences with a warm welcome from our caring staff, each one allocated to meet the needs of clients to ensure their stay is a memorable and enlightening one.Each enlightening day commences with morning yoga and meditation sessions in a picturesque setting, followed on different days by exploring nearby temples and visiting a traditional Balinese healer (Balian), or even a spiritual consultation and priestly blessing. Another option is to learn with village ladies the art of making traditional temple offerings as our guide carefully explains the meaning of the offerings, which can later be presented during the village temple visit. On another morning clients will be taken for a walk to a traditional village to be greeted by local village people and experience how they start a typical day. Throughout the Spiritual Journey program, the designated resort guide will share with participants various aspects of the philosophy of the Balinese people, which will enlighten and help them better understand the unique practical, cultural and spiritual essence of Balinese life.Each day is planned to ensure a relaxed pace with plenty of time in between scheduled activities to also enjoy free time . . . such as relaxing by one of the beautiful pools, taking the free shuttle bus to Ubud market, or simply being spoilt with one of several (all inclusive) spa pampering treatments that awaits you in the legendary riverside Spa at Maya.Those who have participated in and experienced the Spiritual Journey package write only heartfelt comments following their stay.“To say that participating in the Spiritual Journey program has been profound is an extreme understatement. In actual fact it is very hard to encapsulate in words the most blessed, healing, and magical, experience that I’ve had. From my day of arrival, I’ve been made to feel very special and this has been very soothing to my soul and healing for my heart… I truly am blessed!” said Ms Mary Rutledge (www.angelsartalchemy.com) at the end of her stay with Maya Ubud early last month, “I believe that this package is too important for people not to know about it,” she continued.Ms Suzanne Hart of Australia (www.SHE.net.au) summarized her experience and that of her clients by saying; “The Balinese blessing ceremony was another highlight. Wayan our personal resort guide did such a great job of explaining the ceremony and guiding us through it. The ladies loved it!”Ubud has always had strong spiritual healing elements related to the confluence of the two sacred rivers, the Oos and the Pakusera and an abundance of natural healing plants and herbs that thrive in the area, as well as the numerous balians (natural healers) that practice here, not to mention its ancient temples, revered priests and mystics.Ubud is truly a place where one feels spiritually inspired, revitalized and loved.

Born in 1939 in Peliatan, Ubud. Wayan Pendet graduated from junior high school in Ubud in 1956 and then studied painting techniques under Anak Agung Raka Turas from 1956-1959. Apart from painting Wayan was also participated in wood carving and soft stone sketch and relief projects. Together with his mentor, Anak Agung Raka Turas he was involved in the creation of Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (Indonesia Miniature Park) Jakarta in 1975. He was also participated in creating two monuments at Museum Purna Bhakti Peritwi in Jakarta in 1990.Pendet uses acrylic water colour on paper and canvas for his paintings. In his daily life Pendet is also a farmer and it is from here he has acquired inspiration for many of his paintings. His charming artworks reflect much of the traditional balinese way of life, dances, temple ceremonies and the colorful traditional markets.Wayan pendet displays eighteen (18) of his unique works of art at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa consisting mainly of traditional balinese style paintings inspired by colourful traditional life of Bali.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa was chosen as an Expedia Insiders’ Select™ hotel, one of Expedia’s top-ranked properties.The Expedia Insiders’ Select list is an annual award recognizing the very best hotels available in Expedia’s global marketplace, as judged by the experiences of Expedia®’s customers. Based on more than one million hotel reviews submitted by our travelers, Maya Ubud Resort & Spa was identified as consistently delivering superior services, an exceptional guest experience and notable value. The Expedia Insiders’ Select program includes only a small percentage of the top-ranked hotels offered globally across Expedia sites.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa recently celebrated its 9th anniversary. The event began with a luncheon attended by management and staffs of the hotel. The celebration also took the opportunity to thank and award the outstanding staffs with the annual distinguished award, MYSTAR 2009 for their contributions in previous year to the hotel. MYSTAR OF THE YEAR 2009I GUSTI NGURAH YUDAWIJAYA (Front of House)I NYOMAN KOLIN MARIASA (Back of House)2nd Winner MYSTAR 2009Kadek Dwi Asta Kamanadhi (Front of House)Dewa Made Budiasa and Ketut Lupana (Back of House)3rd Winner MYSTAR 2009I Nyoman Parnata (Front of House)I Wyn Abdi Eka Widana (Back of House)4th Winner MYSTAR 2009I Ketut Gunarsa (Front of House)Rasitha Willy N, Made Sutapa, Putu Ardikawan, Jastiasa, Dewa Ayu Martin, Dewa Ayu, Ratningsih H, I Made Lanus, I Wayan Sumantra, I Made Pastima (Back of House)5th Winner MYSTAR 2009I Wayan Wahedi (Back of House)Quarter Period Winner MYSTAR 2009I Gusti Ngurah Juli Artawan (Front of House)Congratulations to the winners of MYSTAR 2009.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa has been recently visited by 14 students and a teacher of Sanur Independent School. The purpose of this visit was to participate in Maya Ubud program to support the environment’s preservation and protection, tree planting.A tree of mango was voted by the students to be planted in the resort’s ground. A plaque installed with the name and special message engraved on it. Fund donated by Sanur Independent School will be passed on to FNPF (Friends of National Parks Foundation, non profit organization working to preserve Indonesia’s wildlife and its habitat for her people and for the world).

On February 10, 2010, Maya Ubud Resort & spa was held the Piodalan of its temple in the resort area.The ceremony was conducted by Ida Pedanda commencing at 17 pm, attended by all staffs and management as well as guest in house who were also very interested to see the procession of the ceremony.