Bali interconti gets platinum from tri hiti karana
Recognises sustainable, spiritual, social and environmental principles
The award was presented to recognize the InterContinental Bali Resort’s significant achievements in incorporating sustainable spiritual, social and environmental principles and practices into its daily operation.
The Tri Hita Karana Awards were initiated over a decade ago and endorsed by UNWTO in 2004.
The name is derived from the Hindu philosophical principles of ‘Tri Hita Karana’, a fundamental concept in the Balinese community where balance in life is maintained through the harmonious relationship between man and God, man and fellow man, and man and the environment.
InterContinental Bali Resort has engaged in community initiatives by supporting Bali Life Foundation and Panti Salam Orphanage over the past few years. The resort works closely with the Balinese community and actively maintains the surrounding environment by conducting regular beach cleaning activitiesand more to maintain the surrounding environment.
"We are designed to create this harmonious environment within the tropical landscape that make the guest comfortable including the art and architecture which describe the true Balinese legend and its cultural heritage.The Resort often carries out various religious ceremonies to restore the communal harmony."
"We are proud of the fact that we are able to maintain the authentic Balinese culture and philosophy at our resort.It is indeed a testament to our team’s commitment towards our guests and the community we live in", commented Mr. Michel Chertouh, General Manager of InterContinental Bali Resort.
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