Posts Tagged ‘Unique Travel Destinations’

By Dian Hasan | Mary 19, 2010

Julia Roberts’ upcoming 2010 summer movie, “Eat, Pray, Love”, based on the hugely successful novel by Elizabeth Gilbert, will no doubt help promote the travel destinations depicted in the novel.

Regardless of whether the movie will be a commercial success, Tuscany, India, and the undeniable star attraction – BALI – are already gaining traction. Initial interest in the book, and now the movie, has already seen an increase in tourist arrivals in Bali. Led by female travelers, for whom the book is intended for, the novel’s theme of self-discovery and actualization, in search of life’s balance and – most importantly – the balance of body, mind and soul – strikes a chord with Bali’s offering.

Therefore, boutique resorts & hotels, gourmet cuisine, yoga, meditation, spa, herbal remedy, traditional markets, organic spa treatments, ecotourism practices, Bali’s Green School… are all key word searches that are popping up in the Googledom search universe.

For North American female travelers, their search for what Bali has to offer might just have ended, with a travel package designed specifically with this novel in mind.

Women’s Retreat from Wake Up in Bali, is a travel-program laden with activities that attempt to remain faithful to the novel. Designed as a wholesome approach to journey of self-discovery, Women’s Retreat is positioned as a transformational experience that is unique and life-enhancing. Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | May 17, 2010

Bali is synonymous with world-class resorts, luxurious villas and even quaint traditional losmen guesthouses.

Regardless of choice of accommodation, you can be assured that it comes with the personal level of service from the warm-hearted Balinese people with their intoxicating culture and distinctive style. The grace in which they extend their hospitality is of course legendary across the world.

The last decade has seen a mushrooming of luxury villa offerings across the island. Each villa with its look and feel, but share in common the Bali Design Style that has evolved into a recognizable style that is emulated around the world.

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By Dian Hasan | January 15, 2010

Calling out all Biking Adventure lovers: Destination Sulawesi, a 525 km adventure route in and around Tana Toraja (Feb 1 – 13, 2010)

Indonesia is renowned as the last eden on earth, home to the second largest rainforest biodiversity after the Amazon. Adventure awaits at every corner, replete with among the friendliest people in the world and a culture and fiery cuisine like no other.

They say the closer you get to the ground and to the people, the better to appreciate their culture. Such is the philosophy behind Cycle Sulawesi, a 13-day biking adventure tour organized by Jakarta & Sydney-based Cycle Indonesia.

Colin Freestone, Founder of Cycle Indonesia, is avid cyclist, die-hard Yoga practitioner, and old Indonesia hand, will be your guide par excellence. Mr. Freestone, who happens to be my uncle, will lead the group tour through Tana Toraja’s famed natural beauty and her unique culture. This is Cycle Indonesia’s second year, after last year’s successful debut (see pictures below), which was a much longer trip covering Makassar to Tana Toraja (27 days, 1,200 km)

Other activities include: Daily Yoga Sessions lead by in-house guru, Mr. Freestone himself. Trekking, Rafting, Village Stays and a chance to dabble into Bahasa Indonesia.
ARE YOU GAME? To learn more about pricing and registration, click here. Or email Colin Freestone of Cycle Indonesia at: cycle_indonesia@bigpond.com.au Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | December 22, 2009

One of America’s premier urban parks, The Golden Gate Park in beautiful San Francisco, is now home to one of the country’s greenest buildings and San Francisco’s hottest attraction: California Academy of Sciences. This wonderfully-conceived museum, designed by world-acclaimed architect, Renzo Piano, features an aquarium, a planetarium, a natural history museum and a four-story rainforest all under one roof!

The California Academy of Sciences is devoted to in-depth research, educational outreach and will engage you in its many exhibits and programs. Filled with hundreds of exhibits and thousands of animals, the California Academy of Sciences has something for everyone to enjoy. Ideal for a family day out, prepare to be amazed and taught about the planet’s diversity and biology. Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | December 23, 2009

The hallmark of any great city is its urban park! Commonly located at the center of its core, urban parks play a significant role in providing traffic-choked cities with much-needed green lungs. As well as recreation, sporting and cultural venues for residents and visitors alike.

Here’s a look at some of the larger urban parks from across the world, as seen in through the lens of Google Earth. Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | December 23, 2009

The hallmark of any great city is its main urban park! Commonly located at the center of its core, urban parks play a significant role in providing traffic-choked cities with much-needed green lungs. As well as recreation, sporting and cultural venues for residents and visitors alike.

Here’s a look at some of the larger urban parks from across the world. Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | November 28, 2009

The hallmark of any great city is its main urban park! Commonly located at the center of its core, urban parks play a significant role in providing traffic-choked cities with much-needed green lungs. As well as recreation, sporting and cultural venues for residents and visitors alike.

Here’s a look at some of the larger urban parks from across the world. Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | November 24, 2009

The hallmark of any great city is its main urban park! Commonly located at the center of its core, urban parks play a significant role in providing traffic-choked cities with much-needed green lungs. As well as recreation, sporting and cultural venues for residents and visitors alike.

Here’s a look at some of the larger urban parks from across the world, as seen in through the lens of Google Earth. Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | December  23, 2009

The hallmark of any great city is its main urban park! Commonly located at the center of its core, urban parks play a significant role in providing traffic-choked cities with much-needed green lungs. As well as recreation, sporting and cultural venues for residents and visitors alike.

Here’s a look at some of the larger urban parks from across the world, as seen in through the lens of Google Earth. Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | November 24, 2009

The hallmark of any great city is its main urban park! Commonly located at the center of its core, urban parks play a significant role in providing traffic-choked cities with much-needed green lungs. As well as recreation, sporting and cultural venues for residents and visitors alike.

Here’s a look at some of the larger urban parks from across the world, as seen in through the lens of Google Earth. Read the rest of this entry »