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Cultural Discovery
The cultural diversity of Southeast Asia remains staggering. On a visit to any one of these countries you can discover everything from highly developed, artisan societies descended from ancient civilisations -- such as the Srivijaya (c. 650 AD) or Angkor (c. 800 AD) Empires -- to jungle nomads still dressed in loincloths and penis gourds, toting bows and arrows, spears and blowpipes.
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Wellness Retreat with MesaStila in Central Java
Cycling Bali, Island of the GodsMesaStila - previously known as Losari Spa Retreat and Coffee Plantation - offers an escape from the demanding daily grind. Hidden-away in twenty-two hectares of gardens and pristine coffee plantation, MesaStila sits - encircled by eight magnificent volcanoes in Losari village (Central Java)
The lush, towering, rice terrace-bedecked, volcanic island of Bali is a cyclist's paradise. Climb winding country lanes for spectacular views, visit temple-strewn villages rich in Hindu culture, navigate narrow dirt tracks & trails, snorkel kaleidoscopic reefs and soak on tropical beaches.
Off limits to Westerners till relatively recently, Vietnam is the South East Asia that Elvis knew.
A visit to a longhouse is often the highlight of a trip to Sarawak, offering a glimpse into the lifestyle of the various tribes who have for generations lived in the remote interior of Borneo. While there are many areas in Sarawak where longhouses can be visited, Ulu Ai is one of the best.
