Denpasar (ANTARA News) - Bali exported as many as 750,000 paintings in various types and sizes in the January-September period in 2008 earning some US$ 2.5 million in foreign exchange from the activity, according to a report released by the province`s industry and trade office.
The cited figures meant the province`s fine arts business had grown by 62 percent compared to a corresponding period in 2007 when it earned only US$ 1.5 million from painting exports.
With the gain, it was expected local artists, young ones in particular, would be motivated to improve their creative works and increase their welfare at the same time.
Made Sunarta, a young painter from Ubud, said he hoped Bali`s security conditions would remain good and stable so that local and foreign collectors would feel safe to come to Bali to hunt paintings.
He said Bali`s artist community now realized the vital importance of good security conditions because they were also severely affected by the downturn in tourist arrivals following the terror bomb attacks on their island a few years ago.
Bali artists now welcomed the increasing number of visiting tourists that was expected to have a positive effect on the sale of various art works including paintings, he said.
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November 24th, 2008
InterContinental Bali Resort takes great pleasure in announcing the recent appointment of Ms. Saraswati Subadia as Director of Sales. She is replacing Ms. Justina Puspawati who was promoted to Director of Sales, Bali Resorts following the formation of a new sales cluster to support the IHG resorts in Bali.
Born and raised on the island of Bali, Saraswati graduated with a diploma in Tourism Management from the STP College Nusa Dua. She first embarked on a career within the hospitality industry in 2000 working as an Account Executive for Dimension in Bali, a reputable destination management company. Saraswati was later promoted to Senior Account Executive for the same establishment and also had the opportunity to work briefly for a local Event Organiser as Business Development Manager.
In 2004 Saraswati joined Hard Rock Hotel Bali as Assistant Sales Manager for Banquet & MICE where she was instrumental in generating business and coordinating all aspects of events staged at the property. Saraswati was soon rewarded for her efforts and embraced the challenge of a more senior role at the hotel as Sales Manager Corporate & Banquet.
Saraswati decided to develop her skills at a larger corporate property and accepted a role at InterContinental Bali Resort as Senior Sales Manager in 2006. Her dedication and abilities were soon recognised and she was quickly promoted to Associate Director of Sales MICE, a position that she has held successfully up until this latest appointment.
As Director of Sales, Saraswati will assume responsibility for all aspects of the sales department and manage a team of five staff members. Her wealth of knowledge regarding not only the MICE and wholesale travel sectors, but also the cultural and artistic attributes of Bali is a solid grounding for her new role. Saraswati will report directly to Ms. Suzette Deveau, Area Director of Sales & Marketing for IHG Indonesia/Malaysia Resorts.
Blessed by an endless stretch of white sand beach overlooking the tranquil waters of Jimbaran Bay, InterContinental Bali Resort features 418 guest rooms in three unique levels of accommodation. The property embraces a 14 hectare tropical landscape that is a blend of indigenous flora, gentle waterways and stone statues reflecting the island’s artistic heritage. There are six swimming pools, Planet Trekkers children’s resort, a fitness centre and plenty of recreational activities to keep guests occupied throughout the day. Spa Uluwatu is a dedicated healing and beauty facility for individual sessions, while the exclusive Villa Retreats promises indulging spa packages for couples. A superb choice of restaurant venues make every dining experience an adventure in culinary excellence.
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has over 150 hotels, located in more than 60 countries with local insight that comes from over 60 years’ experience. At InterContinental we believe that superior, understated service and outstanding facilities are important, but what makes us truly different, is the genuine interest we show in our guests. Our desire is to help guests make the most of their time. We connect our well-traveled guests to what’s special about a destination, by sharing our knowledge so they enjoy authentic experiences that will enrich their lives and broaden their outlook.
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November 24th, 2008