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Melia Bali Hotel and The Garden Villas

 Rooms: More than 100

Offering guests luxurious resort accommodation in a sanctuary setting, Melia Bali is nestled amidst a luxurious garden of lush tropical flora and fauna through which winds a large lagoon style swimming pool. The lovely Melia Bali resort won the Gold Rating Commendation Award 2000 conducted by the Governor of Bali and the Regional Environmental Impact Agency (BAPEDAL) Bali as it has been a pioneer in supporting the Eco-Hotel Rating Programme, has implemented a zero discharge program, meeting Indonesian cleaner production standards and has also made excellent efforts in environment management. From the recently installed new filter and salt chlorinator system for the swimming pool (it is one of the few resort hotels in Indonesia, which has this environmentally friendly practice in order to avoid super chlorination in the swimming pool), bird sanctuary and organic gardens to the use of old coconut branches and leaves for brooms and napkin rings, Melia Bali allows its guests to enjoy and at the same time preserve the environment of the Bali Island. In 2000, Melia Bali also won the Tri Hita Karana Award held by the Governor of Bali and the Environmental Impact Management Agency in cooperation with SOCEI (Study of Cumulative Environmental Impact) Project and Non Governmental Organization i.e. Pusaka Bali and Bali Travel News. Tri Hita Karana is the Balinese philosophy, which seeks to find a balance between human and God, between human and human and human and environment. The Management of Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort "is fully aware that tourism and support services have an enormous positive and/or negative impact on the environment. We realize that many tourism professionals (travel partners) consider environmental quality as essential to the delivery of their products or services. We are very fortunate in having the strong co-operation and support of the local community and private businesses in our work."

 Function Capacity: More than 100

 Location: Coastal

 Pool: Yes

 Spa: Yes

 WWW Discount: No

Gecko Travel

Our extensive knowledge of the region enables us to offer original itineraries, including places far removed from the well trodden tourist trails. We will–share with you some of South East Asia's best kept secrets and give you a real insight into its fascinating cultures, history, landscapes and natural world.–Respect for local cultures and positive environmental impact is essential to our tours. We contribute to local economies in various ways, for example, by–working with local guides, using public transport and staying in independently run guest houses and hotels. Our tours emphasise individual responsibilities–for the environment and we are developing links with local conservation projects in Thailand.

Intrepid Travel

Committed to culturally and environmentally responsible eco-tourism, Intrepid's grass-roots style of fun, imaginative, budget holidays take you overland through every one of South East Asia's destinations and further afield - Thailand, Cambodia, India, China, Nepal, Vietnam, Borneo, Tibet, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan and more using local accommodation and transport. So, if you want to escape the beaten track to learn about Asia and its people - on elephants, longboats, bicycles, rickshaws, camels, trains, buses or donkey carts - then hitch a ride with the experts. With over 170 different trips and flexible itineraries to choose from (including Small Group Adventures, Exploratory and ROAM Asia trips). Intrepid offers an experience you'll never forget and they are now offering tours in Europe too.

The Adventure Company

Our style of travel in small groups goes a long way to reducing the impact on host communities. We use local accommodation, local transport and encourage contact with the local people as much as possible and our group leaders are there to help and advise you on the purchase of locally produced products and are trained and briefed according to our Responsible Travel policy. We take special measures to protect the natural environment when trekking or visiting sensitive eco-systems. So what are you waiting for - check out The Adventure Company TODAY!

Nomad Travellers Store and Medical Centre

Everything you can possibly need when travelling! Founded in 1990, 'Nomad Travellers Stores' have been kitting out travellers with clothing, equipment, books and maps, medical supplies and vaccinations for 10 years. Nomad is also very aware of its responsibility to local heritage and culture and is currently setting up a health clinic for locals on the Nepal and Sikhim Border.