The Stones Hotel-Legian, Bali, marked its successful 11th-anniversary celebration on November 29, 2023, with a themed event titled "A Journey Through The Sights and Sounds of The Stones." The highlight of the celebration was its photography exhibition "Indonesia Unveiled" by renowned photographer Daniel Kordan, who has made Bali his second home. The exhibition showcased 20 captivating photos of the best destinations in Bali and Indonesia, offering a visual journey through the beauty of tropical forests, beaches, wildlife, and exotic culture.
The 11th-anniversary celebration seamlessly blended the art and culture of Bali and Indonesia, featuring an exclusive dance performance by the Dayak Tribe presented by Poyang and friends from Banjarmasin, Kalimantan. Saung Angklung Udjo (SAU) mesmerized the audience with a showcase of Sundanese arts, culture, and traditions through interactive music, while the legendary Balinese Kecak dance and traditional Sasando music performance from Rote Ndao, NTT, added a unique touch to the event. A Nusantara culinary festival, offering a variety of dishes from different regions such as Jakarta's Sop Buntut, Nasi Padang, and Madura's Sate Kambing, complemented the celebration.
According to Harry Tandjung, Director of Sales and Marketing at The Stones Hotel-Legian, Bali, this event shows the hotel's commitment to supporting Bali's tourism, creating employment opportunities, and serving as a platform for creative young talents. Daniel Kordan's photo exhibition also garnered attention, with limited edition prints available for purchase, starting from IDR 15,000,000 (Fifteen Million Rupiah) to IDR 30,000,000 (Thirty Million Rupiah), allowing anyone to own a piece of Indonesia's beauty captured through Daniel Kordan's lens.
Andika Pratama, Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications at The Stones Hotel-Legian Bali, emphasized that the selection of Daniel Kordan as the main photographer was based on his significant contribution to promoting tourist destinations in Indonesia. His collaboration with local photographers and the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf) highlights Kordan's exceptional role in introducing Indonesia's beauty to the world.
Tjokorda Bagus Pemayun, Head of the Bali Provincial Tourism Office, expressed appreciation for Daniel Kordan's photo exhibition, anticipating its potential to attract more international tourists to Bali. Also present at the event was Niluh Djelantik, a Balinese designer and activist, who showed support for the arts and cultural event promoting Bali and Indonesia to the international stage.
Daniel Kordan's photography exhibition, "Indonesia Unveiled," will be on display for a month at The Stones Hotel, adding a unique value to the successful 11th-anniversary celebration. The culmination of the event also featured cultural performances, providing an unforgettable experience for attendees. This event was fully supported by Marriott Bonvoy Moments.
About The Stones - Legian, Bali, A Marriott Autograph Collection Hotel: The Stones – Legian, Bali located at the Southern tip of Legian Beach, offering you the perfect vantage point to experience all that Bali has to offer, just a short stroll to all the vibrant activity of Kuta, and perfectly located for shopping excursions to Seminyak. A haven of elegance and style with dazzling vertical gardens, oversized pool, entertainment deck, spa, two innovative restaurants, and 307 guest rooms including suites. All is conveniently located in one of Bali’s most popular beaches. The Stones – Legian, Bali is filled with unexpected meaningful little touches. Evoke your innate intuition springs to life, reawakening your senses and granting you the freedom to engage with the world, much like The Stones Legian Bali, which we liken to a dynamic entity. It boasts five sensory systems that come to life the moment guests step foot inside. These encompass Sight, Sound, Smell, Touch, and Taste.
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The Stones Hotel – Legian Bali, Autograph Collection
Jl. Raya Pantai Kuta - Banjar Legian Kelod
Tel. +62 361 300 5888| Fax. +62 361 300 5999