In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Canggu, Bali welcomes Regent’s new beachfront property, spend summer in Greece at the Amanzoe resort, and more.
Regent Hotels & Resorts Expands Its Footprint To Bali’s Canggu Beach
Over at the shores of Canggu Beach on Bali’s bustling southwestern coast, Regent Bali Canggu has opened its doors with 150 suites and villas, many offering sea or garden views and direct lagoon access. The beachfront property, which is now in its soft-opening phase, will have one of the world’s first Regent Spa experiences, five exceptional dining venues, nine swimming pools, and a Regent Club. The all-suites-and-villas resort is designed by architects WATG, with interiors by HBA, and landscaping by award-winning Irish landscape architect John Pettigrew. Drawing inspiration from contemporary Indonesian fashion and culture, it uses timber and andesite tone to pay homage to Bali’s abundant resources. Two restaurants will be led by Chef Andrew Walsh, who has worked at multiple Michelin-starred restaurants, where guests can expect a modern European menu infused with Indonesian ingredients as well as classic Spanish fare.
Amanzoe Invites Guests Over For The Summer
Situated in the heart of Greece, the Amanzoe resort reopens for the summer and introduces new experiences for guests to enjoy. Wellness enthusiasts will be delighted to see the arrival of Maria Sharapova, Aman’s former Wellness Ambassador, who aims to treat the body, mind, and spirit as a whole. Couples will have a great time relaxing at the spa with the new Ultimate Couple’s Escape, which includes private amenities and a massage. Meanwhile, adventurers will find a new collection of excursions from guided hikes to island hopping on Amanzoe’s newly enhanced fleet. The resort also features the addition of a three-bedroom property, perfect for larger groups or families with age-tailored activities on offer. Last but not least, a new dining series is in the works as Nura, Aman’s Mediterranean-inspired beach club restaurant, will host exclusive dinners once a month by the beautiful Korakia Beach. The first dining event will feature renowned chef Tom Aikens from England on 9 August 2025.
Bvlgari’s Valenza Expansion Sets A New Global Standard For Jewellery Manufacturing
Bvlgari has unveiled the expansion of its Manifattura in Valenza, Italy, now recognised as the largest single-branded jewellery manufacturing site in the world. Spanning 33,000 sqm, the expanded facility is set to double the site’s production capacity by 2029, creating more than 500 new jobs. It also introduces Scuola Bvlgari, the maison’s first publicly accessible training school focused on jewellery craftsmanship. Designed with a fully sustainable approach, the site operates on renewable energy to maintain a carbon-neutral footprint, featuring a geothermal system and more than 4,100 solar panels. These installations supply up to 50 per cent of the site’s energy needs on-site, with the remainder sourced from eco-friendly, renewable power. This latest development reflects Bvlgari’s long-term strategic vision for future-forward goldsmithing production, where innovation and sustainability converge.
Terry Fox Fun Run Returns To Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur In Support Of Cancer Research
The annual Terry Fox Run, held in honour of the Canadian athlete and cancer research activist, has grown to become the world’s largest one-day fundraiser for cancer research and is held in more than 60 countries. Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur is set to host its third official Terry Fox Fun Run on 18 May 2025 at 7am. The five-kilometre run will take place along DBKL’s Sunday morning car-free route, with the start and finish point at the hotel. Participants of all ages are invited to join the run at their own pace, with 100 per cent of the proceeds going to Cancer Research Malaysia. For those unable to join, they can also buy a T-shirt in support of the run.
For more information, contact the Hotel at +60323828888 or email [email protected]
See The World Through David Beckham’s Latest Eyewear Collection
Eyewear by David Beckham presents its Spring/Summer 2025 campaign, set against the majestic landscapes of the Moroccan desert. Envisioned by David Beckham and crafted by Safilo, the collection captures the spirit of freedom and exploration, spotlighting quintessential British flair. Signature features include the classic Talisman detail—inspired by the wings of a bird—visible from both the front and sides of each frame, along with the DB monogram subtly lasered onto the sun lenses. Colour palette ranges from sleek black variants to havana and forest British green with a marbled finish. The new collection is now available worldwide at select retailers.
The Speakeasy-inspired RYE Recently Opened In Hilton Petaling Jaya
Looking for a cool, refined space in Petaling Jaya to enjoy delicious cocktails and/or amazing whisky? Then head to the newly opened RYE in Hilton Petaling Jaya. It’s a sophisticated space that is gimmick-free and doesn’t succumb to trending hashtags. Whether you want to impress your date or you want to make an impression on colleagues or clients, RYE is a great place to relax, enjoy good food, and savour refreshing drinks. Try the Ryegroni (a reimagined Negroni), Peach Blinders (featuring Bunga Kantan gin), or Resstini (with fat-washed whisky), all of which pairs well with bar bites such as baked salmon potato croquettes, crabmeat spring rolls, cajun-spiced calamari, and plenty more. Rest assured that KL Hilton classic cocktails such as the Junglebird and the Blue Hawaiian are also available at RYE.
Emarque Unveils Malaysia’s First Custom-Built Shark-Inspired PC
The limited-edition Shark X made headlines last year for doing double duty as a PC and an art piece. Emarque, one of Malaysia’s most advanced PC builders, has now unveiled the nation’s first-ever Cooler Master Shark X gaming PC build, which gives a whole new definition to what it means to own a high-performance desktop. The build, which is nearly one metre tall, will make your jaws drop (pun intended) and was customised for a KL-based tech enthusiast. Beyond being an artistic showpiece, it is also a technical marvel as it houses the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 OC, and the Asus ROG STRIX Z890-I Gaming WiFi. The complete Shark X build, including parts and expert customisation, cost approximately RM33,198.
