Left it a bit late and looking for places to go for Christmas? Instead of a pricey white Christmas holiday destination, why not celebrate the festive season and New Year in Bali. Here’s a glimpse at what’s coming up at the InterContinental Bali Resort in Jimbaran Bay!
6 Places to go for Christmas feasts and New Year in Bali
#1 Bella Cucina
Let a live jazz quartet set the mood for your celebration! On Christmas Eve, there’s a dinner set featuring Italian and French fare. Then on Christmas Day you could start with a lazy morning followed by a Riviera brunch spread, sparkling wine and fine vintages.
Bella Cucina is also hosting guests for an experience celebrating the New Year in Bali. Inspired by the rolling hills of Tuscany, the intimate and elegant venue is focusing on Italian cuisine for New Year’s Eve and pairing dishes with favourite wines. Alternatively, you can kick-start 2025 with their Mediterranean brunch selection.
#2 KO Restaurant
If sizzling Teppanyaki sets, sushi and sashimi sound more up your alley, have a Japanese Christmas Eve feast or celebrate the New Year in Bali with a sit-down dinner. The venue will also have live piano performances and singing.
#3 Taman Gita
Sorting out places to go for a big Christmas feast is a must when it comes to travelling for the holidays. At Taman Gita, the Christmas Buffet is showcasing a spread of festive dishes across a range of cuisines. Plus, while you dine you can enjoy a show of traditional Balinese dances.
For New Year’s Eve dinner, the buffet theme is “Around the World”. Expect everything from Asia’s rich spices and Europe’s savoury classics to the bold flavours of Australia. Plus, there’ll be a live quartet band playing in the background.
#4 Jimbaran Gardens
Embrace this tropical holiday destination and dine with ocean views beside the Nirwana pool for your Christmas Day brunch. The buffet will have a spread of international and local selections and a live DJ and saxophone to create a fun festive atmosphere.
Then, on 31 December, step into Jimbaran Gardens for a New Year’s Eve celebration featuring traditional dancers.
#5 Sunset Beach Bar & Grill New Year’s Eve party
The Night at The Sea Countdown Party will have a live DJ and promises to combine glamour and culture for a night to remember. If you love a countdown party as much as us, why not usher in 2025 with an extravagant celebration?
#6 Spa Uluwatu Packages
Available from December 2024 until January 2025, there are two different spa packages to book at the InterContinental Jimbaran Bay, with discounted rates for two. The Holiday Radiance Ritual is a 90-minute experience, while Glow Into the New Year is a 120-minute package that might just be the rejuvenating start to 2025 that you need!
A top holiday destination for families
Parents, it’s the end of the year and time to take a moment to relax. This is where a stay at the InterContinental, Jimbaran Bay can really help. The resort’s Planet Trekkers facility is for youngsters between 4 and 12 years of age. This kids’ club is open from 9am to 7pm, fully supervised and has a range of indoor and outdoor activities. Healthy meals are also included. For families with kids under the age of four, you can opt for the professional nanny service.
Kids here will have plenty of fun playing games and learning about Balinese culture and conservation initiatives. Some examples of activities include kite making, Balinese dance and language classes, decorating cookies and fishing. What’s more, it’s all under the supervision of an all-female team trained in child-care and first aid. The facility itself has a video security system too.
Where you’ll stay
For taking the stress out of the big day, the InterContinental Bali Resort is one of the best places to go for Christmas in Indonesia because of its position. Located on the shores of Jimbaran Bay, it’s also only a 15-minute drive from the airport. This five-star property is away from the hustle and bustle, and in an area with a quiet village feel.
The resort has 425 rooms, suites and private villas housed in six separate wings. Each blends traditional Balinese architecture and décor into its design. Within these accommodation options are three tiers to suit different budgets: Deluxe, Premium and Club InterContinental.
With uninterrupted views over Jimbaran Bay, plenty of restaurant options – particularly for seafood buffs – and also direct access to a long sandy beach, it’s a great holiday destination. And if you feeling like heading out, you can easily book a day trip to Ubud, or get a cab to the surf beaches in the south, or the shops and nightlife spots in Seminyak.
Book your stay and find out more about this holiday destination for Christmas and New Year in Bali at the bali.intercontinental.com.
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