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| Kartini Day |
Born into Javanese aristocracy on 21 April 1879, Raden
Adjeng Kartini developed an interest into the thinking of western women from
books/magazines and the company of the female Dutch colonialists at that time.
She herself attended school until the age of 12 and as dictated by Javanese
tradition, spent her days in isolation until her arranged marriage. While in
seclusion, she penned letters to friends abroad and these were then compiled
into a book called “Habis Gelap Terbitlah Terang” (“Out of Darkness Into
Light”) and published after her death in 1904.
A year before her death to childbirth complications,
she opened the first Indonesian primary school for local girls, regardless of
their social status, inside her father's home, and provided a progressive,
Western-based curriculum which encouraged empowerment and enlightenment.
In 1964, Raden Adjeng Kartini was declared a National
Hero of Independence and her birthday was to be commemorated every year as
Kartini Day. On Kartini Day, Indonesians pay tribute to the legacy of this
extraordinary woman, who championed the rights of women, with various
activities.
At Bintan Lagoon Resort,
female employees form nearly 40% of the total staff force. Indonesians are
generally known for their warmth and hospitality while the Indonesian women
epitomize poise and charm. They are given generous maternity/menstrual leave
privileges, housing and training in grooming and communications.
“From the female caddies
on the golf courses to the chefs in the kitchen, we are proud of our female
employees. They bring grace and strength to their role. They are loyal and work
tirelessly, always ready with a smile,” remarked Gerald A Hendrick, Senior Vice
President and General Manager, Bintan Lagoon Resort.
Bintan Lagoon Resort celebrates Kartini Day with a
hi-tea cum fashion show showcasing the traditional kebaya outfits worn by the
female staff with a prize given to the best kebaya outfit. Priced at IDR250,000
person, the delectables comprise a sumptuous spread of delicious Indonesian
savouries such as Javanese smoked salmon wrap, opor ayam pie, rendang burger, laksa
station and sweet treats such as cinnamon scones as well as local and western
pastries.
A special Hari Kartini
BLR Staycation Package
is available
for Indonesians at IDR 900,000
nett per person from 21-22 April for a minimum of two persons per room.
Package includes:
• 2D1N Stay in Deluxe
Room for two persons
• Welcome drink upon
arrival
• Hari Kartini High Tea
Celebration
• Buffet breakfast at
Fiesta!
• 10% off Food &
Beverage
• 10 % Off Recreational
Activities
• 10% Off Kedaton Spa
• Complimentary
activities including Billiards, Snooker, Basketball, Beach Soccer, Futsal,
Table Tennis, Mahjong, Darts, Powerhouse Gym and Board Games
• Free cover charge to
SILK Nightclub
Terms & Conditions
apply.
About
Bintan Lagoon Resort
Sprawled over 300
hectares of beachfront gardens in the tropical paradise of Bintan, Bintan
Lagoon Resort is the premier lifestyle destination for leisure, golf and
corporate meetings & incentives with its own ferry terminal. A 75-minute
direct ferry ride from Singapore, Bintan Lagoon Resort boasts 450 contemporary
rooms, suites and villas complemented by an impressive range of 14 wining &
dining options, nine function rooms and a dedicated MICE (meetings, incentives,
conventions and exhibitions) Centre. For leisure, there are two world-renowned
18-hole golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus and Ian Baker-Finch comprising
the Bintan Lagoon Golf Club and a slew of over 50 sea sports and land
activities including a day spa.
Tel: (62) 770 691
388/ (65) 62233223
Fax: (62) 770 691 300
Singapore Corporate
Office
Tel: (65) 6750 2280
Fax: (65) 6534 5157
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2 comments
yuk kita para cewek nginap disana... pas banget tuh weekend minggu depan :)
ReplyDeleteYuuuuk kak, jgn lupa bawa kebaya biar makin berasa Kartini nya
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