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CANVAS dREAMS
at AMANWANA
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ADVENTURES
IN AFRICA
WATERWORLD
ALL WORK
AND PLAY
CONTENTS
COLUMNS
COVER STORY
CANVAS dREAMS
at AMANWANA
by Fitri
Tresnawida
dREAMSCAPE’s chief travel designer explores
glorious isolation camping under the stars
in the lap of luxury
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CULTURE, ARTS & EVENTS
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KALIMANTAN’S WONDERFUL
WATER WORLD
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TRAVEL UPDATES
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LIFESTYLE ON THE GO
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UNFORGETTABLE SKIING ON
THE SLOPES OF COURCHEVEL
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DIVING BUCKET LIST 2016-2017
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INSIDE LUXURY TRAVEL
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VIP ACCESS
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SHORT CUT
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OWNER POTRAIT
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BIZARRE SPA
A FINER TOUCH - BLIND MASSAGE
AT MANDAPA
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CULINARY LANDMARK
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VISA CHALLENGE
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TIME TRAVEL
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SPORTS ADDICT
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ALL
WORK
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PLAY
TRAVEL ARTICLES
WHERE TO GO THIS SUMMER
TRENDSETTER ITEMS
LUXURY ON TWO WHEELS IN PORTUGAL
H.E. PAKAMISA AUGUSTINE SIFUBA, AMBASSADOR OF SOUTH AFRICA
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FORMULA ONE MONTE CARLO
THERE IS NO BUSINESS LIKE SNOW BUSINESS AT K2 COURCHEVEL
A FEAST OF FUTURE FRIENDS
ADVENTURE TRAVEL INSURANCE
BE A LOCAL
INSIDER TIPS
FOR NISEKO, JAPAN
CONNECTIVITY
Advice from a local affluent individual
on where to eat, hang out, dine and shop
EURO CUP 2016
CLIENT DESTIMONIAL
Destination Testimonial
A healthy dose of exercise and
adventure is a vital part of life at
Institut auf dem Rosenberg, the
world’s most exclusive boarding
school
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WATERWORLD
by BAGUS PEKIK
Rafting, jetboating and deep sea fishing
at the Great Barrier Reef
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EXPERIENCES
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BACK TO NATURE IN NEW ZEALAND
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ICE COOL ADVENTURE IN ICELAND
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THE DIZZY HEIGHTS OF BHUTAN
Once in a lifetime experiences
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MAGNIFICENT ANIMALS OF AFRICA
from climbing Kilimanjaro to hot air ballooning
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ALASKA: BORN TO BE WILD
over the Serengeti, rhino notching and more.
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SUMMER CAMP AND EUROPEAN TOUR WITH ROSENBERG FOR THE YOUNG
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IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE INCAS
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ISRAEL PILGRIMAGE
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HEALTHY PURSUITS IN HOKKAIDO
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REGAL RELAXATION IN RAJA AMPAT
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IN AFRICA
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ROMANCE IN PARADISE AT CHEVAL BLANC RANDHELI MALDIVES
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SKIING FAMILY ADVENTURE IN COURCHEVEL WITH LE K2
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EXPERIENCE THE SMOULDERING
MERAPI VOLCANO WITH AMANJIWO
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INDONESIA ISLAND ADVENTURE
AT NIHIWATU, SUMBA, BALI
BALI WEEKEND ESCAPADE
WITH ALILA RESORT
COVER: DIVING AT AMANWANA
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Since 1889, the Institut auf dem Rosenberg is one
of the world’s finest international boarding schools for boys
and girls aged 6 to 20 years.
Institut auf dem Rosenberg
Höhenweg 60
9000 St. Gallen • Switzerland
Tel. +41 71 277 77 77
Fax +41 71 277 98 27
[email protected]
www.instrosenberg.ch
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“LEARNING TO LIVE IS
THE ULTIMATE AIM OF ALL
EDUCATION.”
Heinrich Pestalozzi (Swiss Educator and Visionary, 1746 – 1827)
I
consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to
nurturing my adventurous side. As a child I was fragile,
easily sick, afraid of many things. At 11 years old,
thinking I was “good enough,” I tried to rollerblade downhill in
San Francisco and ended up with a severely broken kneecap.
By the time I had outgrown my childhood sickness and injury,
my studies and taking care of life's responsibilities had taken
a toll, and I always managed to find an excuse not to embark on any adventures. Does this sound
familiar?
When I finally turned 30, I realized that time is indeed a luxury. And the only way to have time is to
make time. I idealized a more balanced lifestyle where working hard means finding time and outlets
to let off steam. This is the inspiration behind our latest edition, Adventure Travel. A special theme for
hardworking readers who need a holiday with as much adrenaline as their working life.
Our team and travel designers around the world have come up with different levels of adventures for
both beginners and advanced to tick off for your next adventurous dREAM holiday.
Ski lovers with a taste for the luxurious and adventurous will love our introduction to Courchevel, part
of one of the largest ski parks globally, with 600 kilometres of skiing across three valleys. In particular
Courchevel 1850 is one of the most expensive and exclusive world class ski venues in the world, with
its amazing slopes and six Michelin star restaurants, clubs, shopping and resorts, it truly has something
for everyone.
For a more laid back and relaxing adventure, Amanwana in Indonesia is a soft adventure camping
under the stars in absolute luxury. Or, if you're looking to add a little adventure to the education of
your children, our feature on the extra-curricula activities at the world's most exclusive boarding
school, Institut auf dem Rosenberg in Switzerland, will have you rushing to sign up. And then there's
luxury cycling in Portugal, exploring all it has to offer on two wheels, then, when you need a break,
relaxing in a luxury AC cabin while your personal chef prepares your meal and drinks.
Immerse yourself in the
hidden escape of a sacred land.
I hope you share my desire for adventure travel. Not only will you see the world beyond your
doorstep, it will also make your mind more positive and your body healthier. Adventures give us
great memories that we often come back to, an especially valuable exercise these days when we’re
so perpetually busy that most of what we do passes by in a flash and is gone forever. Reliving our
adventures allows us the time — and capability — to learn something from them.
No matter how many steps it takes to get there, the one thing that’s certain about travelling to
spectacular spots is that it soon becomes addictive. Experiencing one wilderness just doesn’t seem
enough; your soul quickly calls for more. And each time you go, you find yourself changing. With
each adventure, you challenge yourself just a little bit more and bring yourself one step closer to your
dreams.
Best Regards,
Fitri Tresnawida
Editor-in-Chief & Chief Travel Designer
dREAMSCAPE Travel Club
Email: [email protected]
www.my-dreamscape.com
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CONTRIBUTORS
Fitri Tresnawida
Fitri is dREAMSCAPE's
Chief Travel Designer and
a connoisseur of adventure
holidays. She makes it her
priority to go diving and
skiing at least three to five
times a year, and is now
learning to surf, which was
her New Year's resolution. A
soft adventure hoilday fan,
she loves ticking off experiences on her bucket list,
and her favourite recent
adventures have been going
to Courchevel and meeting
incredible new friends, and
taking a chartered boat trip
in Kimodo with friends to
celebrate her birthday with
diving and picnics.
Siiri Paas
Philippe Capezzone
Born in Estonia and
studied in Sweden, Siiri
has clocked many hours
travelling places as
diverse as Italy and China.
Her love for adventure
guides her journey, which
eventually brought her to
Indonesia. After satisfying
her sweet tooth for carrot
cakes, you can usually
find her trekking in the
mountains or exploring
the local
music scene.
Philippe is the owner of
the K2 and K1 hotels in
skiing paradise Courchevel,
and is a vastly experienced
ski chalet architect and
designer. Unsurprisingly,
he loves to ski, especially
gliding over the virgin
powder on off the beaten
track slopes. He is also an
experienced helicopter
pilot.
Bernhard Gademann
Across four generations
Bernhard O.A. Gademann’s
family has owned and
operated the Institut auf
dem Rosenberg.
Mr Gademann is the
school’s current President
but previous to this role
he spent time as Global
Business Manager and
Regional Director in
Geneva, London and New
York focused on strategic
partnerships in the financial
services industry.
A dedicated father of two,
Mr Gademann also has an
eye for design, fast cars and a
love of fine food. Whenever
time allows, Mr Gademann
travels the world and goes on
adventures, relishing travel to
all five continents.
“Travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change
that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living. ”
– Miriam Beard
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Michael H. Chen
Yves Abitbol
Michael Is President of
International Marketing
for Crown Resorts Limited,
Australia’s largest casino
entertainment company
and a high net worth
resident of of Niseko. He
gives our readers insights
into his favourite things in
the place he calls home.
Yves is a renowned travel
and adventure specialist.
He knows how to find the
hotel where you will be
welcomed as a real guest
as well as the palaces
where you will be treated
as a prince or princess. An
extreme “gourmand”, he
has registered during each
of his trips the best bars,
restaurants and shops.
Nothing scares him, he has
tested everything for you.
He loves trekking, and
has already accompanied
several of his clients on
the slopes of Kilimanjaro,
over the “Grandes
Randonées” routes and
across the African deserts.
France, however, remains
his favourite playground
and he will find the travel
experience that goes
beyond the biggest names
of Paris and France. Every
time Paris wakes up, his
team opens the doors of
the best kept secrets in
France.
Daniella Templeton
This native South African, born
and living in Johannesburg, is
a professional travel designer
specializing in journeys to
Africa. For over 10 years,
Daniella has had the privilege
of experiencing almost all the
iconic destinations and hotels
on the continent. One of her
recent memorable safari
journeys was sipping Moet &
Chandon whilst relaxing on a
“floatable swimming lounger”
in the middle of the Okavango
delta in Botswana. When she is
not busy designing travel experiences to Africa, Danielle enjoys watching local bands, and
likes the Grammy Award-winner
‘Wouter Kellerman’ because his
music tells an authentic story
of South Africa’s history and
speaks to its future. Spoken like
a true South African!
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Ms. Ivonne
I have heard that Cuba is now
open to visit. How do you get
there? What are its best signature activities? And what
are the travel requirements
for Indonesian passport holders?
Dear Ibu Ivonne,
In the spirit of the latin
phrase, meaning something
for something, we at
dREAMSCAPE welcome
your input and observations,
and are more than happy to
answer any questions you
should have.
Travelling to Cuba has just got a little
easier. However, you will still need
to visit with a licensed tour operator
due to a few restrictions still applying.
That said, and with liberalization
unfolding in the country, it’s an
especially exciting time to be there.
Let the dREAMSCAPE team help you
to interact with local Cuban musicians,
businesspeople, students, artists at
studios, museums, restaurants, and
schools, gaining valuable insights
into the progression of Cuban art and
politics through the country’s history.
Then venture into the beautiful,
multiethnic Viñales Valley, a World
Heritage Site, experience life on a
family tobacco farm, and sample
traditional Cuban dishes in the homes
of welcoming locals. Indonesian
passport holders must apply for a
Cuban tourist visa valid for one single
entrance for a 30-day trip. While
commercial flights with US airlines to
Cuba will be open only from summer
2016, the best way to travel to Cuba is
still via the chartered flights available.
Please let us know if we can have the
pleasure of arranging your exciting trip
to Cuba.
Mr. Benny P
Would a cruise be an interesting
option to take my wife for a holiday?
We are both in our 30s and I have
heard that cruises are often for
retirees. What do you think?
Dear Mr. Benny P,
Interestingly, this is also the question I asked
myself before I fell in love with cruises. As I
discovered, cruises are fun for all ages. The first
thing to consider before taking a cruise is the
duration. For younger travellers I would suggest
a maximum of seven nights sailing. This is the
perfect number as you will have enough time to
explore as the cruise ship takes you from one
stop to another. Less than seven nights and you
will have fewer places to visit, unless you’re
heading for a nearer destination, or cruising on
a river. The secondly thing to consider is the
destination. Sometimes unique experiences
can be found in unexpected destinations.
Cruise itineraries offer calls at major cities
and picturesque villages, all of which will be
regional highlights, so you don't have to do
the research on the best places to visit in an
unfamiliar destination. Try to find exotic places
such as sailing on the Amazon River, or openwater snorkelling and boating in the Galapagos
Islands. Last but not least, avoid the standard
city tours unless they offer VIP access as a
privilege to places it is hard to access on your
own. Several cruises offer shore excursions
as an additional tour, and if you are not sure
what to choose do not hesitate to consult your
travel advisor to ask what is an authentic thing
to do or what should not be missed. Collect as
many experience as possible from the offered
activities during your free time. Unless you
choose the cruises with activities included in
the price, make sure that you are choosing a
cruise offering authentic experiences.
Greyza - Cruise & Boat Specialist
All journeys have secret
destinations of which
the traveller is unaware
~ Martin Buber
Fitri – Chief Travel Designer
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Ms. Ratna Indri
and, on top of that, Ubud is a convenient
location for kids to try cycling on the numerous
paths.
Where should I go and what should
we do as a family with small children
aged six and eight to introduce soft
adventure into the children’s lives
Another memorable choice is encounters
with animals and wildlife. Visiting orangutans
in Kalimantan offers a chance to see the
endangered animals close by in their natural
habitat, and many opportunities to get to know
other wildlife, from birds to plants.
for a long weekend?
Dear Ms. Ratna Indri
As young kids have a lot of energy, I would
recommend a place where there is enough
space and a variety of activities available – all
kids are different! Domestic destinations in
Indonesia have lots to offer, but I wouldn’t be
afraid of longer international travel as well.
Hands-on activities, such as planting trees or
making food from vegetables and herbs they
have picked from the local gardens, give the
children the chance to learn by doing while
engaging just as much as they feel like.
The Green School in Bali is one great example
Water activities are widespread, and the
best beach resorts around Indonesia offer
supervised snorkelling and the first step to
diving – bubble making!
Once the kids are used to such activities and
enjoy spending time in the open air, I would
also encourage you to try longer travels:
unforgettable boat and sea life experiences in
the calm waters of the Maldives, skiing on the
powdery snow of Hokkaido in Japan, or real
adventures in South Africa that have specially
designed kid safaris in Malaria free areas!
Siiri Paas – Technical Advisor
Tweny years from now you
will be more disappointed by
the things you didn’t do than
by the ones you did do.
Explore. Dream. Discover
~ Mark Twain
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dREAMS at
Glorious isolation camping under the stars in the lap of luxury
by Fitri Tresnawida
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CANVAS DREAMS AT AMANWANA
A luxury tent resort in Indonesia? The off
the wall description definitely captured my
imagination. As an Aman resort - a brand that
represents both quality and luxury - I imagine
being delightfully secluded, set in a wilderness
hideaway while sipping champagne and being
truly pampered. But the big question was:
would I get enough adventure or would this be
a “veg and do nothing” style of journey?
GLORIOUS ISOLATION CAMPING
UNDER THE STARS IN THE LAP
OF LUXURY
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Mojo Island
Feeling adventurous, when I first caught a
glimpse of the tent from afar as the boat
gradually approached, part of me wanted to
jump into the ocean and swim straight to it.
After all, this is an Aman resort, famous for its
“we do what we can to make our guest happy”
attitude. So why not let the Aman team deal
with all my bags while I say hello to my natural
home for the next days? See you at my tent,
and please bring a bottle of wine with you I
fantasized. Ah, maybe next time!
Greeted by the General Manager of the resort,
another signature of the Aman style, I finally
Amanwana - a peaceful forest - first opened
in 1993 on the island of Moyo. Getting to the
remote island is quite an experience: after an
overnight stop in Bali, I took a one-hour flight
to Sumbawa island with Transnusa, before
finally boarding the Aman luxury cruise to
plough across the sea for another 45 minutes.
On the boat I expected, and received, nothing
less than the quintessential Aman service travelling in luxury with free flow drinks and
snacks.
The mood was very pleasant; each second of
the journey fuelled my imagination, piquing my
excitement to try this one of a kind luxury tent
resort, the only one in Indonesia. The guests
were all smiling, laughing, definitely feeling the
same!
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meet the tent that has been haunting my
imagination for the past few weeks, days and
nights. And yes, technically it was a tent, with
a canopy roof. But it also had a shower and
electricity, and a small fridge, two basins, a
beautiful double bed, a couple of sofas and a
bowl of succulent tropical fruit, just like you
would find in a luxury hotel.
Lounging in my luxury tent, I gazed across the
crystal water of the Flores Sea. Camping has
surely changed from my early days. Far away
from the incessant drumbeat of work and urban
life, it was how a camp should be. Amanwana
has no swimming pool, no loud jet-skis, no cars
or motorbikes exist on the isle and there are no
daily routines or set mealtimes to stick to.
My new friends, the lizards, the monkeys,
and the deer found their way to greet me.
Although the natural setting is definitely at its
best, for the adventurous freak like myself, I
pondered whether without activities to keep
me occupied; this exotic holiday could turn into
mind-numbing boredom.
Gladly, Amanwana allayed all my fears, and it
is definitely worthy of the cover story of the
dREAMSCAPE adventure edition. The pace of
life at this resort can be as fast or as slow as
you want it to be - enough to yearn to return
and fulfil some of the unfinished fantasies
flowing through my head during my stay. Until
next time, Amanwana!
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GARDEN VIEW:
Located by the rainforest, just slightly behind the ocean tent.
Indonesian resident price starting 8,470,000*
(all year long)
ACCOMMODATION
A spacious 58-square
metre canopy tent
featuring a large king-size
bed, two spacious divans,
a writing desk, Indonesian
art, hardwood floors and
an open-plan bathroom
area, which includes a
shower, toilet and two
basins. A coral-stone
deck surrounds each of
the 20 tents, which are
linked by sandy paths to
each other, reception,
the dining room and the
beach
OCEAN VIEW:
Wake up to wide ocean views. Indonesian resident price
starting at IDR 9,922,000 (all year long)
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FOOD AND BEVERAGES
A compulsory board charge of IDR 2,359,500
per person per day is applicable at Amanwana
to include all meals, non-alcoholic beverages,
laundry, short treks and non-motorised water
sports.
SUNSET WATCHING
Marvel as the crystal clear and unpolluted
sky captivatingly changes colour from pink to
orange to purple and red as the sun sets over
your island paradise for the evening. As it will
every night during your adventure under the
stars.
Other adventure activities are available, ranging
from fishing, bat cave trekking, sport fishing,
bottom fishing, sailing, snorkelling and island
hopping.
"The chef plays an important
role in supporting the resort
with delicious food, as does
the GM in being hands on in
creating a nice ambience"
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SIGNATURE ADVENTURE
ACTIVITIES
HOW TO GET THERE
DIRECT FLIGHT TO SUMBAWA
• Via Lombok by Garuda Indonesia available
MATA JITU WATERFALL
• Via Bali by Transnusa available every
DIVING
Flight times by Transnusa via Bali
Denpasar–Sumbawa Besar by regular flight with Transnusa ETD: 09.30 ETA: 10.20.
Sumbawa Besar–Denpasar by regular flight with Transnusa ETD: 10.40 ETA: 11.30.
Take a boat to the other side of Moyo Island,
journey through the wilderness in an antique
army jeep left behind after the Second World
War, be mesmerized by the gentle, crystal
beauty of the waterfall. Don’t forget to dive
into the natural, cool pool. Take your swimsuit.
Just beyond lies the Flores Sea and only ten
minutes away by boat is a sublime coral reef
within its many jutting and twisted peninsulas.
With plenty of triggerfish, the live coral is also
home to small fish, barracudas, stingrays, and
banner fish. Diving spots: 10-12.
WEATHER
Although Moyo Island enjoys a warm, tropical
climate all year round, it is best during the nonwet seasons.
Dry Season: April-November
Wet Season: December-March
Our Advice: April-June, September - October
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 09.30
am. Price starting from IDR 6,500,000
return including boat transfer.
daily at 09.50 am. Price starting from IDR 6,500,000 return including boat
transfer.
Flight times by Garuda Airlines via Lombok
Lombok–Sumbawa GA 7034 ETD: 09.50 ETA: 10.35.
Sumbawa–Lombok by GA 7035 ETD 11.20 ETA: 12.05.
Upon arrival at Sumbawa, you will be picked up by car to taken to the port to board
the Awanwana luxury cruise for a 45-minute journey to the resort.
Sumbawa–Amanwana boat schedule
Sumbawa Besar–Amanwana by boat transfer ETD: 10.45 ETA: 11.30.
Amanwana–Sumbawa Besar by boat transfer ETD: 08.45 ETA: 09.15.
Alternatively, if you don’t want to go through the hassle, you can book a charter helicopter to
Amanwana from Bali for five people for IDR 127,500,000 each way.
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May 11-22, 2016
Cannes Film Festival
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July 11-13, 2016
August 31, 2016
September 3-October 1, 2016
Macao International
Fireworks Display Contest
Naadam Festival 2016
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
La Tomatina. Valencia, Spain
The legendary Film Festival de Cannes,
considered the most prestigious film festival
in the world, celebrates its 69th incarnation
presided over by Australian director George
Miller, creator of the Mad Max films and director
of their recent reboot, the multiple Oscarwinning Fury Road.
Every July, Mongolians come together to
measure their strength and skill during
Naadam, or the Manly Games, pitting men
(and women) against each other in “The Three
Games of Men” - wrestling (men only), horse
racing, and archery. Reward yourself with a
unique glimpse into the past of a Nomadic
society.
La Tomatina is a festival held in the
Valencian town of Buñol, 19 miles from
the Mediterranean, in which participants
throw tomatoes at each other as a form of
entertainment rather than aggression. Since
1945 it has been held on the last Wednesday of
August, during the week of festivities at Buñol.
For fans of colourful pyrotechnics, whizbangs
and explosions of a myriad of colours in the sky
(plus plenty of ear-splitting bangs) the annual
Macao International Fireworks Display Contest
is one of the best of its kind, and takes place on
the Macau Tower Shorefront. More than 100
international teams from China, the Philippines,
Thailand, Chinese Taiwan, Japan, Korea,
Australia, the UK, Switzerland, France, Germany,
Portugal and Spain have participated in this
world-class pyrotechnic shoot-out.
Although the Film Festival de Cannes is
reserved for film industry professionals, limited
access can still be available if you have the right
channel. Watch the screening of films out of
competition and Cannes Classics under the
stars.
Join the Mongols to enjoy the most widely
watched festival, Naadam. The festival kicks
off in Ulaanbaatar’s Sukhbaatar Square on July
11, with an elaborate introduction ceremony
featuring dancers, athletes, horse riders, and
musicians. Then have a taste of the activities
with locals outside the capital city.
Crazy enough for Spain’s messiest party? The
blood red battle lasts for an hour, after which
the whole town square is covered with tomato
paste. The Tomatina is basically about throwing
tomatoes at each other. Five bulbous, tomatopacked rockets are sent whistling into the sky to
start the festival of La Tomatina. Pick some of
the “squashed” tomatoes and just throw them.
It´s fun and, after all, you only live once!
Take a front seat with your love ones in your
suite to watch the colourful showcase in the sky
with VIP hospitality included - private butler,
room service and cozy seating.
Most of the luxury hotels during the Cannes
Film Festival have been reserved for a who’s
who of Hollywood’s best and brightest
stars. Although it is not impossible to get a
room - if money is no object - an alternative
recommendation is to book a luxury apartment
or villa nearby - and let dREAMSCAPE’s VIP
chauffeur take you to the venue in style.
Book early for 2016 Naadam festival. The
Mongolia Government is hosting the ASEM
11 (Asia-European Meeting) on July 10-18,
with over 50 heads of state, and most of the
hotels and roads have been blocked to secure
the international event. Give the rural Naadam
festival outside of Ulaanbaatar a try. It’s less
people and you will have better opportunities
to mingle with the locals. Check with
dREAMSCAPE’s consultant team for the fixed
schedule of the events, near your travel dates.
Arrive one day prior to La Tomatina, as
international visitors party all night before the
event once they arrive in town. Wear closed
shoes that you do not mind throwing away
afterwards. Do not wear flip-flops. You may find
goggles useful. Do not miss the Palojabon - a
greased pole with a Spanish ham at the top.
Whoever can climb the pole and get the ham
can keep it!
Every long weekend starting September 3 until
October 1 for the 2016 schedule. The annual
Fireworks Carnival, running on each of the five
days during the Macau fireworks festivities, is
spiced up further with traditional music, food
and drink. The best vantage points for this
explosions of colour include: The Macau Tower
and the waterfront at its base; The Peninsula
side, especially Penha Hill; the Macau-Taipa
bridge; and parts of Taipa itself. Or book
your VIP deluxe and suite rooms, watch the
explosions first class.
Walk the famous red carpet as the stars come
out to celebrate the movie that opens the
annual film festival. Last year’s film, The Great
Gatsby, saw Director Baz Luhrmann and stars
like Leonardo DiCaprio, Amitabh Bachchan
and Jay-Z walk the carpet. Price starts IDR
264,160,000/US$20,100 per person for the
opening ceremony and one VIP party. Package
excludes accommodation and other VIP travel
logistics.
11 days/10 nights, luxury private journeys
with an experienced Mongolian guide
during the Naadam, are available through
dREAMSCAPE, starting from IDR 55,580,000/
US$ 4,190 per person. Dine with a Mongolian
family, sing and dance with the locals during
the Naadam festival, ride a horse, and much
more.
The World Famous Tomato Battle is on!! It is
totally crazy. It is totally wild. It's out of control
and an unbelievably fun experience. Quality 5*
central hotel accommodation, top VIP afterparties, private return transfers, pub crawls,
and - most importantly – we will ensure you
are totally prepared to experience the amazing
carnage that is the fiesta La Tomatina with a
local private guide at all times. Starting from
IDR 15,300,000/US$1,150.
Spend 3 days/2 nights in a luxury hotel for
the family with an undisturbed view of the
fireworks, including VIP transfers, dinner for two
adults and four children, four x tickets to VIP
shows and room service hospitality during the
firework session, starting from IDR 26,150,000/
US$ 1,965 per person.
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CLIENT DESTIMONIAL
CLIENT DESTIMONIAL
WATERWORLD
by Mr. Bagus Pekik
Image Courtesy of Troy Moob
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CLIENT DESTIMONIAL
An awesome aquatic
adventure in New Zealand
and Australia mixing
rafting, jet boats, deep-sea
fishing at the Great Barrier
Reef, sailing and taking to
the skies with an actionpacked helicopter ride
Did the adventure in New Zealand
exceed what you imagined ?
Yes, I had never, ever imagined riding in a
helicopter or rafting in New Zealand.
What did you like most
during your visit in New Zealand?
Bagus Pekik, is the General Manager
Marketing of Charoen Pokphand Indonesia
based in Jakarta, a company who entertains
its top clients with dREAMSCAPE services.
He says their clients are into adventures, "so
dREAMSCAPE just solely gives us that - an
adventurous time of our lives."
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The most interesting adventures in New
Zealand for me were the rafting and the jet
boats. The rafting was so good, I can highly
recommended it. We went through caves, a
high difficulty waterfall, and the water was so
cold.
But I was impressed that safety is a very, very
top priority - before we went to the waterfall
the team checked from the top of the hill that
everything was safe. We felt very secure and
safe, without losing any of the challenges to our
sense of adventure.
You went deep-sea fishing at the
Great Barrier Reef.
Have you experience deep-sea
fishing before?
Yes, but only in in the ocean around Indonesia
at Pulau Seribu – Pelabuhan Ratu.
What was the hardest thing to learn
about fishing?
Deep sea fishing is quite challenging, because if
you catch a big fish, it takes some effort to reel
the fish in and pull it out of the water. You must
have excellent physical strength.
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What was the highlight of your trip
to the Great Barrier Reef?
The Great Barrier Reef has huge fish, but if
we caught a small fish the regulations say we
should release it again. It’s very different in
Indonesia, where we can catch and keep big or
small fish.
Is there anything you experienced
that you would not like to repeat?
Well, I will never forget the experience where
we reeled in only the fish head. The captain
said that a bigger fish must have already eaten
the rest. I can’t imagine what that bigger fish
was and if we could catch one. Perhaps it was a
shark.
You went sailing off Sydney. Have
you ever experienced deep-sea
sailing before?
Never, sailing there was my first time sailing.
Describe your feelings sailing for
the first time?
I just had this feeling that when sleeping my
position could go from laying down to standing
up to upside down!
What is the highlight of the sailing
trip?
The boat can tilt by 45 degrees, and it did! It
was awesome. It’s not easy to be a sailor (like
Popeye), even it’s only wind power. Perhaps,
that’s why Popeye has big arms…
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New Zealand is the adventure capital of the world. Hiking, skydiving,
caving, bungee jumping, skiing – everything here is geared toward
getting you outside and doing something good.
Signature Adventure Activities:
• Stay a while in Queenstown – the action capital of the country.
• Crawl through the glacier tunnels at Franz Josef Glacier.
• Get your Lord of the Rings footstepts right. Either hike or drive off
road.
• Adrenaline seeker will do the 500 foot Nevis Bungee Jump outside
of Queenstown.
• Plunge back to Earth from 14,000 foot Lake Taupo, the best place
to sky dive.
Best Time:
At the bottom of the world, the seasons in New Zealand are opposite
to the Northern Hemisphere’s.
• Summer (peak) season: December–February
• Warm and bustling, it is the busiest and most popular period with
high tourist volume.
• Autumn/Fall season: March-May
• Perfect for hiking!! It's a little cooler, a little quieter, but so
beautiful as the leaves on the trees change colour and the first
dustings of snow arrive on the hills.
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Winter: June-August
Try the topmost of the winter ski slopes!
Spring: September–November
The best time to experience its quietness! Spring is an excellent
time to visit New Zealand, especially in November as it tends to be
fairly quiet on the tourist front.
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TRAVEL UPDATES
TRAVEL UPDATES
MEDIEVAL
MUSIC
FESTIVAL
In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Innsbruck Festival
of Early Music, the capital of the Alps in Austria offers visitors
and locals the opportunity to experience jazz from New
Orleans, medieval music from centuries past, classical music at
the Imperial Palace, contemporary dance performances from
all over the world, and indulge themselves in acrobatic dreams,
from July 19–August 27 2016.
POLAR
SNORKELLING
NOW AVAILABLE
Travellers can now discover the underwater world of the
European Arctic as cruises to Spitsbergen and Greenland this
year introduce a new optional activity, “Polar Snorkelling”.
Polar Snorkelling is a unique activity that offers the chance
to discover what lies beneath the icy Arctic waters. From
sea anemones and sea urchins to nudibranchs, crabs and the
occasional polar cod, snorkellers will witness first hand the
Arctic’s surprisingly colourful marine life.
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TRAVEL UPDATES
2017
SOLAR
ECLIPSE
AT
YELLOWSTONE
PARK
On August 21, 2017, totality returns as the
Moon will pass between the Earth and the
Sun, obscuring the image of the Sun from the
perspective of a thin strip of land in the United
States. The Moon's shadow created by the
total solar eclipse will touchdown in Oregon,
Idaho, Wyoming, Nebraska, Missouri, Southern
Illinois, Eastern Kentucky, Tennessee, and South
Carolina. Along a path a little over 100 miles
wide, the Sun will be completely blocked by
the Moon. Unique solar eclipse tours are now
available, varying from golf eclipse to wildlife
safari themes.
TRAVEL UPDATES
DESTINATION
NORTH KOREA
Pohyon Temple, Mount Myohyang. Image courtesy of Mark Fahey,
Sydney, Australia
Countries don’t get much more difficult to visit
than North Korea, but in September 2016 the
Secret Kingdom will open up and give small
group expeditions the opportunity to explore
its wild and remote national parks and highest
peaks. As well as visiting the Myohyangsan and
Kumgang national parks, travellers will also
visit North Korea's monumental architecture
and the troubled southern border known as the
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). All accompanied,
naturally, by a government guide.
SCOTTISH WHISKY CRUISE
Cruise the Caledonian Canal in the Scottish Highlands aboard a hotel barge. On the
taste bud-tingling Whisky Trail Cruise, guests will visit at least three historic distilleries,
each with its own remarkable history. Along the way, the hotel barge will glide across
scenic deep water lakes, including Loch Ness, past spectacular natural vistas, and visit
some of the country’s most famous castles and historic sites that have inspired many
songs and legends.
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LIFESTYLE ON THE GO: ADVENTURE EDITION
LIFESTYLE ON THE GO: ADVENTURE EDITION
SNOW & ICE RUNNING
SHOES
Saucony Razor Ice with award winner Vibram
Arctic Grip sole which grips onto glare ice
especially designed for runners who don’t slow
down when it gets cold outside.
WORLD’S SMALLEST
TRAVEL STEAM IRON
Starting from US$180
Staying looking sharp even in the middle
of nowhere is now possible without
overloading your luggage! This palm-sized
travel iron emits a burst of steam at the
touch of a button to banish all those creases.
Price US$29
PERSONALISED SKIS
Create your own exclusive, handmade, custom ski line with
Heidiskis. Be a trendsetter on the slopes, not a follower!
Starting from US$2,250
TWO WHEELS
IN FLIGHT
BLACK LACROIX SKI
The must-have ski of the moment and the envy
of the piste is the limited edition (only 100 made)
model of Lacroix Ultime Black Skis 2016.
Starting from US$9,500
If you are looking for the ultimate
racing bicycle, check out the Trek
Butterfly Madone, currently the most
expensive bicycle in the world, due in
no small part to the fact that it was
designed by legendary artist Damien
Hirst using real butterflies.
Price US$500,000
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ALL WORK AND PLAY - INSTITUT AUF DEM ROSENBERG
ALL
WORK
AND
PLAY!
A
healthy dose of exercise and
adventure is a vital part of life
at Institut auf dem Rosenberg,
the world’s most exclusive boarding
school
Extra-curricular sports activities help
to balance out a demanding school day
at Institut auf dem Rosenberg. Typical
for a Swiss boarding school, its perfect
geographic location guarantees an ideal
range of activities, including football,
basketball, and tennis (on the school’s
own pitches and courts).
In addition, there is water skiing on
nearby Lake Constance (with the
school’s own boat) in the summer;
and thanks to the pre-alpine location
of the school skiing, snowboarding,
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tobogganing and ice-skating are all
integral activities during the winter
months.
Additional sports on offer throughout
the year include, mountain biking,
rock-climbing, golf, ballet, dancing,
trampoline, trapeze, rollerblading and
fencing.
The Institut’s Enrichment Programme
is designed to raise the students’
aspirations, achievement and cultural
experience by extending their study
beyond the rigorous academic curriculum.
Students are encouraged to learn skills
that would not normally be acquired in
the classroom, to develop new interests
or build on existing passions.
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ARTS AND FASHION DESIGN
Music and singing
At the school’s purpose-built Art Centre with specialist classrooms, and an art and design studio, highly qualified teachers
encourage and instruct the students to express themselves
through drawing, painting and sculpture.
The music courses help students unlock their
potential, whatever their musical background
and whatever part they wish music to play in
their lives. It is offered throughout the school
to both class and individual performers.
“Enjoyment through achievement” is a phrase
Students interested in fashion design have the opportunity to
participate in design courses that teach the idea development
process from inspiration to a complete design project, including
sketch-books, mood boards and fashion illustration.
For those interested in developing their projects into actual
garments, students can develop their pattern cutting and sewing
skills with teachers available to provide one-to-one support
throughout the process.
that sums up the philosophy of the courses,
and earning an ABRSM (Associated Board of
the Royal College of Music) certificate is indeed
perceived as a rewarding experience, providing
students with a real sense of accomplishment.
Clubs and Committees
Joining a club or a committee has many benefits - from finding new friends who
share the same passions and developing one's social skills, to discovering new
interests or even working on one's leadership abilities.
While the list of clubs on offer vary with our pupils' special interests and
commitment three are at the heart of the Rosenberg club “culture” – the Student
Committee; the Culture Club; and the Charity Committee.
These clubs, assisted by competent advisors, generate ideas, organise programmes
and implement projects which all serve good causes.
Many extra-curricular activities are offered free of charge as part of the school’s
programme and include all on-campus sport activities. Private lessons, e.g. in special
sports disciplines or music lessons at the request of a student, as well as larger
excursions like skiing trips will be charged extra.
Image courtesy of Institut Auf Dem Rosenberg
DRAMA AND PUBLIC SPEAKING
Institut auf dem Rosenberg is the only Swiss
boarding school which is registered as a LAMDA
(London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art)
centre. LAMDA is recognised and accredited by
UK universities as well as many international
universities worldwide.
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The courses empower and inspire students
- providing them with a means to develop
strong communication and social skills and
increase self-confidence, regardless of their
experience or ability.
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The Rosenberg Ball
The annual Rosenberg Ball is one of the
highlights in the school’s social calendar, and
serves not only as a creative outlet for students,
but an opportunity to practice public speaking,
perform in front of a large audience, work in
teams and experience group and leadership
dynamics outside the classroom.
Parents, family members, friends and alumni
from all over the world travel to St. Gallen each
year to witness inspiring student performances
and acknowledge their achievements.
Coached by professionals, most students
participate in demanding rehearsals from
September to November following their daily
academic lessons. Setting aside the glamorous
aspect of the ball, it is a platform for the Institut’s
students to gather life-learning experiences in a
safe and controlled environment.
Competitions
The school holds seasonal competitions - tennis
tournaments in the summer and skiing races in
the winter. On dedicated sports days, students
compete against each other in various athletic
track and field disciplines. The school’s football
team regularly plays “friendlies’ against the team
from St. Gallen University.
Orienteering, where students need to work in
teams and find their way by using maps, is another competition which is hugely popular with the
Rosenberg students.
A rather more Swiss adventure and fun event
takes the students to the countryside where they
sleep in the hay and compete against each other
the next day during cow races.
Famous Instructors
‘Gallus Fish’
Every year, around 200 students (from grade
1 to grade 9) from the city of St. Gallen and
surrounding areas compete against each
other for the title of fastest swimmer. The
competition covers two distances - 25m and
50m, respectively. The five fastest students in
each category compete for the title in the grand
final. Students from Institut auf dem Rosenberg
proudly represent their school on an annual basis
and have managed to bring home the coveted
trophy twice already.
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In preparation for the school’s annual Rosenberg
Ball, students are coached and trained for
three months by outstanding professionals
hired especially for the occasion. The coaches,
choreographers and artistic directors join
Rosenberg from renowned dance and ballet
companies including the Melbourne Opera, the
Opera in Graz and Cirque du Soleil.
The sports coaches include a former rowing
world champion and Olympic athlete, a BMX
world champion and for football, a former
German Bundesliga goalkeeper.
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dREAMSCAPE EXCLUSIVE PROMOTION
ROMANCE IN PARADISE
m a l d i v e s
Indulge yourself in the romantic and adventurous ambience of this unique Louis Vuitton island
getaway. Rub shoulders with royalty, celebrities and other high net worth individuals, and savour
a romantic sunset fishing trip with your loved one as the sky turns a multitude of dazzling colours,
the flaming sun disappears beyond the horizon, and the twinkling stars come out to play.
STAY 4, PAY 3 NIGHTS
Starting from per person (based on double occupancy)
May 16-July 31, Sept 1-31: IDR 47,315,000/US$3,600
Aug 1-31: IDR 51,035,000/US$3,883
Oct 1-Dec 19: IDR 60,835,000/US$4,629
Available throughout 2016 exclusively only with
dREAMSCAPE
Inclusive
• Accommodation in a one bedroom villa for four nights
• Daily continental breakfast at the White Restaurant or in the privacy of your villa
• VIP welcome kits for dREAMSCAPE clients
• Complimentary sunset fishing for two people
• Welcome amenities including gourmandises and a bottle of Champagne upon arrival
• Unpacking and packing service
• Complimentary soft drinks from personal minibar
• Daily personalised turndown service and amenities
• Complimentary sunset boat tour for two adults
• 10 percent service charge and 12 percent GST (goods and service tax).
• CIP services offered at the Ibrahim Nasir International Airport on arrival and departure, to
minimize waiting time for formalities to ensure a smooth transfer
• Green Tax of US$6/person/night.
Cheval Blanc resort is managed by LVMH Hotel Management (Louis Vuitton Group)
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INSIDE THE LUXURY TRAVEL
INSIDE THE LUXURY TRAVEL
The routes are checked on a regular basis,
mostly to guarantee the conditions of the
terrain and if any changes have been made.
How fit do your customers have to be?
Our clients don’t need to be extremely fit. For
our leisure, family tours one only needs to be
used to doing just regular exercise. Otherwise
they will feel obviously tired! If you’re planning
on active vacations, a walk or bike ride for half
an hour or an hour two days a week before your
holidays will get your heart and muscles used to
the exercise and will make you a lot happier!
We have a lot of couples where the husband is
an active cyclist and the wife is just a weekend
cycler, and they are able to cycle without any
great difficulties. Also, we are there to give all
the help and support.
by André Martins
and
Ricardo Gonzalez
Customised
and
wine
gastronomic
tours in Portugal
to whet the
appetite of every
traveller
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Founded in 2012 by André Martins and Ricardo Gonzalez,
Bike Tours Portugal was born out of the desire to explore
something that was lacking in Portugal: a luxury approach
to bike tours. Where once there were just entry-level
options, today there are locally managed, true-to-roots
premium experiences for bike lovers from all around the
globe.
What sort of support services
do you offer?
From the moment the client arrives at Portugal
for our bike tours, we take care of all details,
starting at the airport pick up, and, if necessary,
we also take care of pre- and post-tour days.
What makes "Luxury on two wheels"
special and unforgettable for your
customers?
Besides the equipment that we have,
our customized trailer with restroom and
kitchen, the fact that we can organize a
picnic with proper tableware in the middle
of the countryside as if you were sitting at a
restaurant. What makes it so “Luxury on Two
Wheels” is the special team we work with, from
the backoffice to the attention of our guides.
We are always available to our clients and we
give all the attention to every detail or special
request that we need to consider. If our guide
sees someone biking with a lower back, they
go and check with them to adjust the bike. If
they’re not feeling confortable with the terrain
or want extra or less miles, we are also able to
change the itinerary on the spot and adjust it.
If the client wants to visit a special place, or
needs help in other aspects of their trip to
Portugal that no longer include bikes (buying
train tickets, booking a hotel or restaurant),
we end up providing a true concierge service
making every client feel unique.
What inspired you to come up with the Luxury on
Two Wheels concept?
What inspired us was our passion for biking and the
idea of knowing the country in such a honest and true
way, truly connected with nature, but at the same time,
wanting to finish off the day in a nice atmosphere,
enjoying good food and exceptional accommodation. We
felt the need to blend in the passion of both of them: for
the country, for cycling and for the food and the cooking
and slowly the concept evolved to “Luxury on Two
Wheels.”
How do you come up with the routes, and are
they checked regularly?
We design the routes considering a number of interests:
the beauty of the region itself (points of interest, culture,
gastronomy, views); the type of terrain and difficulty; the
quality of the hotels nearby.
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VIP ACCESS
VIP ACCESS
VIP
ACCESS
by His Excellency Pakamisa Augustine
Sifuba, South African Ambassador
His Excellency Mr Pakamisa Augustine Sifuba, South African Ambassador
to Indonesia, sat down for an exclusive one-on-one chat with
dREAMSCAPE.
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VIP ACCESS
VIP ACCESS
What length of stay would you
recommend for visitors to truly
experience South Africa?
With the world class facilities South Africa
offers, the fact that you’ll find it easy to get
around, and the ease with which you can
connect between major cities and regional
towns, for a well-deserved holiday with all the
thrills and fun, I would advised two weeks.
What do you think would be most
rewarding and stimulating for
visitors from Southeast Asia and
Indonesia?
Diverse experiences of the ultimate
combination of nature, wildlife, culture,
adventure, heritage and vibe. We can guarantee
that you’re spoilt for choice. In South Africa,
you can enjoy world-class luxury facilities,
whether you opt for Afro-chic or authentic
Africa. Great weather invites you to enjoy the
outdoors, play golf all year round and take
advantage of the nearly 3,000 kilometres of
coastline.
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For a two week trip, you can: enjoy stunning
views across Cape Town from the top of Table
Mountain; explore the Cape Peninsula and the
Winelands on two full day private escorted
tours; search for the Big Five on a luxury safari
in a private game reserve; view the incredible
natural wonder of Victoria Falls; take a tour
around Soweto and the Apartheid Museum
in Johannesburg to learn more about South
Africa's history.
What other destinations would you
recommend?
South Africa is blessed with spectacular scenery
and natural landscapes - soaring mountain
peaks and passes, dense and ancient forests,
miles of unspoiled coastline, rivers to sooth
or thrill you, and rolling flower fields and
grasslands of every hue. Places to be still,
places to inspire you, places to explore or to
simply revel in the joyous gift of nature.
uKhahlamba-Drakensberg houses a treasure
trove of an estimated 35,000 examples of
San rock paintings, is home to protected
plant and animal species, and contains a highaltitude, RAMSAR-accredited wetland system.
There are many mountain ranges, none more
impressive than KwaZulu-Natal's 200km-long
uKhahlamba-Drakensberg escarpment.
Magnificent marine life. Whether you
visit South Africa’s whale-watching capital
Hermanus or choose a scenic spot along the
Garden Route or Wild Coast, seeing these
marine giants in their natural environment
wither from land or a boat is an experience
that you won’t want to miss. From June until
November, southern white whales are highly
visible along the Cape south coast, making this
the perfect time of year for a whale-watching
trip.
Cultural encounters. Whether you spend a
day in a Zulu village or a city township; a week
in a Xhosa household or escape to a typical
South African farm, you’ll find South Africans
are friendly and their day-to-day lifestyles and
customs accessible. Short or long stay – you’re
welcome!
Wine tasting. With wine regions stretching
from the western to the far northern Cape and
the edge of the Karoo you can almost taste
your way around South Africa. Sample at wellknown estates or seek out little-known gems
– our Port and Brandy routes are renowned
too. Where there’s fabulous wine, great food is
never far behind. Oenophiles, gastronomes and
sybarites – don’t miss our winelands.
What about other cultural aspects –
can you recommend any particular
festivals and events?
Relax and enjoy the lifestyle, South Africa has
a lively cultural life and many opportunities
to meet the locals, be it at a jazz festival, in
nightclubs or at our premier horse race. For
those who want a more relaxed holiday, there
are plenty of places to wind down and be
pampered.
Kaapse Klopse, Cape Town. The streets of
Cape Town come alive on January 2, when the
Cape Minstrels celebrate Tweede Nuwe Jaar
(Second New Year) in style wearing brightly
coloured outfits, sporting umbrellas and singing
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VIP ACCESS
South African foods have their origins in the
indigenous, colonial, and immigrant societies
that, over many centuries, have made this part
of the world their home.
Biltong, a kind of beef jerky, and beskuit,
dried biscuits or rusks, can be traced to the
Afrikaans-speaking pioneers who trekked away
from the Cape during the 1830s and 1840s
and who needed food that was durable and
portable.
traditional songs.
Grahamstown National Arts Festival. In July,
this student town comes to live during the
National Arts Festival – a celebration of song,
dance and creativity.
Namaqualand daisies in spring. The annual
blooming is a major event on the Northern
Cape’s calendar. In springtime millions of wild
daisies sprout after the first rains, a sight to
behold.
The Sardine Run. A race of a different kind!
Thousands upon thousands of silvery sardines
make their way to the South Coast of KwaZulu
Natal, followed closely by sharks and dolphins
Knysna Oyster Festival. We South Africans just
love our food festivals and one of the major
highlights is the Knysna Oyster Festival along
the Garden Route (March).
The Soweto Derby. This yearly clash between
Kaiser Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at Soccer
City is legendary and soccer fans around the
country just love the event.
What is there for the discerning
gourmand in terms of sampling
South African cuisine?
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Malay cooks, who arrived in the Cape colony
as slaves from the mid-17th century onwards,
created what is arguably one of South Africa’s
most popular meat dishes in the form of
bobotie (a spiced mince dish topped with an
egg custard and baked).
Durban in Kwa-Zulu Natal is renowned for its
curries. This is a legacy of the 1860s when
indentured Indian labourers were brought
to this part of the world, with many of their
descendants still settled here. And a visit to
Durban without tasting a bunny chow (a half
loaf of bread hollowed out and filled with curry)
is almost unthinkable.
What about adventure tourism?
Table Mountain.
Adventure Tourism in South Africa means to
take your adrenalin glands on a joyride whether
it’s bungee jumping off the world’s highest
bridge swing, racing ostriches in the Karoo or
paragliding off Table Mountain.
KwaZulu-Natal offers fun in the sun (virtually
all year round) with superb adventures such as
canopy tours in Karkloof, swimming with tiger
sharks at Aliwal Shoal and a range of activities
in the Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park World
Heritage Site.
Scad diving has just been added to the
adventure menu at the Orlando Cooling Towers
Adventure Centre in Soweto. There’s also
cage diving with great white sharks or hot air
ballooning over the Magaliesberg mountains or
stargazing in Sutherland.
In Mpumalanga, Big Five Safaris are available
and there are numerous activities on offer
in Graskop, Hazyview and Sabie, including
abseiling the world’s largest green canyon,
quad biking in the forests and canoeing on the
rivers.
There is lots of choice in the Western Cape –
go diving with great white sharks in Gansbaai,
mountain-biking in the Cedarberg or hiking up
The Northern Cape offers 4x4 trails in
the Richtersveld, extreme activities at the
Augrabies Falls and shipwreck diving along the
desolate coastline. For those visiting Gauteng
you can bridge swing at the Orlando Cooling
Towers, sand board down a mine dump or go
caving at the Cradle of Humankind.
Limpopo is known for its challenging Ivory
Route 4x4 trail and numerous outdoor
activities in the bush, while the Free State is
home to the Golden Gate Highlands National
Park (great hikes and walks) with pony trekking
safaris in the Maluti Mountains on offer close
by.
Township cuisine features dishes like shisa
nyama (braaied meat), chakalaka (hot pickle),
and mngqusho (samp and beans).
Boerewors, a coiled sausage usually made of
beef and pork and spiced with coriander, is
another iconic South African food with as many
regional and cultural variations as there are
braai (barbecue) fires on which to sizzle it. In
fact, cooking over the coals of an open fire is
something that unites all cultural groups in this
country.
Other iconic South African foods retain a strong
sense of place. The Western Cape is the place
to sample dishes like smoorsnoek (a kind of
kedgeree made from snoek, a line fish common
in Cape waters) and waterblommetjiebredie
(a stew of lamb and flowers of an indigenous
pondweed).
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CLIENT DESTIMONIAL
CLIENT DESTIMONIAL
by Siiri Paas
Chill out and relax
in style cruising
Kalimantan’s rivers on
a traditional phinisi boat
while the boat departs and cruises along the
river. Relaxing with a view and a breath of fresh
air gets you in the holiday mood fast after the
early morning flight.
Overall tip: The best experience of the
river cruise is during the rainy season when
the water levels are high and the real jungle
experience comes through. A good guide is
key for orangutan spotting and getting the
most out of local villager encounters, as most
only speak local languages. The food options
are limited, thus the cook on board will make
a big difference. Good for a family or group of
friends to get away for a long weekend.
There are three types of cabin on the boat, two
with air-conditioning, but space is limited. The
best choice is the large ensuite with private
bathroom so there is enough space to move
around after unpacking your luggage. Having
warm water in the shower is a definite plus!
Our Impressions:Meet at Palangka
Raya airport and transfer to your boat in
Palangka Raya harbour to start your journey.
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In the early evening, take a canoe through the
shimmering black water lakes. Keep an eye out
for proboscis monkeys, hornbills, and Brahmini
kites. Return to the boat for a quiet dinner in
the midst of the jungle.
Cruise past the stilted and floating houses of
the provincial capital and continue upriver
along the forest-lined water, passing remote
villages along the way.
you board the boat, don’t forget to greet the
curious local crowd who gather to watch the
departure and guests. Your phinisi is quite large
compared to all the other boats in the area.
Comment: We were welcomed by
a friendly guide, Indra, who gave a brief
introduction to the cruise, boat and crew. As
Tip: The first thing you should do on
arriving,even before unpacking, is spend some
time on the sundeck sipping morning coffee
Comment: The canoe ride is an adventure
in itself! At first we thought our weight would
sink the boat, but it held nicely. We passed
local villagers going about their daily routines
in floating houses, and local fishermen in
similar boats close by. Although there were no
other tourists around, we received a cheerful
welcome everywhere we went. You could enjoy
the calm pace of the community while trying to
spot the jungle wildlife. No water-life could be
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visitors, sharing their shelters with each other
and looking for their companions. At first we
were expecting to see the orangutans close up
and perhaps even have the chance to touch
them, however, in half an hour we came to
understand why it’s better not to – the aim is to
introduce them to nature, not to humans.
Tip: Ask the guardian for the orangutans’
names and stories.
invited to be part of a local wedding celebration
with the whole village! All the food and the
warm welcome would have kept us there for
hours. The dancers wore traditional clothes
and the drumming meant we soon joined in
for some of the more simple moves. We will
definitely be going back for the annual Dayak
festival to see all the regional villages perform
together!
Visit the elder’s house and enjoy the traditional
spiced coffee while sharing stories. Back to the
boat and cruise down to Lake Tahai.
O
seen, though, as the water is pitch black from
the rubber trees.
Tip: Keep an eye out for the illegal gold
mining on the river - local people have very few
industries to rely on for income.
The boat moves up the Rungan River as
you enjoy breakfast. On arrival at Bapallas
Island, take a motorised canoe to observe the
orangutans.
Comment: Finally, we went to see the
orangutans! Since they are being introduced
back to the wild on inhabited river islands, we
had to wait in the boat for a while to detect
their locations by movements in the trees and
sounds. Luckily, our guide had a professional
eye and we were able to get a look at them
while they climbed the trees. One of them
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stopped and stared at us for half an hour
through the bush! They were obviously as
curious of us as we were of them.
Later, the trip continued to the other islands
for feeding time. The newer hosted primates
that were still being schooled to hunt for food
came for the bananas on the beach. The first
to come was the alpha-male, escorted by a
couple of others and small monkeys. Luckily he
took his time and we got to admire the majestic
figure and take photos. What followed was a
game of hide-and-seek between the rest of the
orangutans and the monkeys, all trying to get
their share.
Tip: It can get quite hot while waiting for the
orangutans, so make sure you have a hat with
you or ask for one from the boat crew.
Then continue to the BOSF Education Centre
where adult orangutans are waiting to be
placed on the pre-release islands. Learn about
the BOSF’s rehabilitation programs.
Comment: This was the closest we got to
the orangutans. It was really astonishing to see
how similar their expressions and behaviours
are to humans. They were making faces at the
Tip: When changing locations in the village,
opt for a half an hour of walking instead of a
car. On the way you will see more local village
life and learn about the plants that grow around
the area. To our surprise we found some wild
pineapple bushes and “kacang mede” (cashew)
trees.
Comment: This was another highlight
of the trip. Aside from the elder’s house we
had a chat with probably one of the oldest
ladies in the village at her home – talking
about her hobby of crafting bamboo baskets
and traditional patterned carpets. We couldn’t
believe all the work, patience and precision
that goes into basket making. We gave it a try
ourselves, but despite her teaching we did not
progress nearly as fast, and it would take us a
month to produce a basket.
Enjoy your last breakfast on board as the boat
cruises to Tangkiling Check for transfer to
Palangka Raya. Tour ends.
The food on the boat was fresh and varied,
a mix of Indonesian and International food.
On our way to see the traditional dance
practice for the annual Dayak festival, we were
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TOP 7 ADVENTURES IN AFRICA
RHINO NOTCHING
Phinda and Ngala
Enjoy a once in a lifetime opportunity to
get up close and personal with rhinos at
two &Beyond Private Game Reserves and
Phinda and Ngala, while assisting in the
conservation of this endangered species.
You will witness the capture and darting of
either a black or a white rhino, whereby a
wildlife vet will locate and dart the rhino
from a helicopter, whileguests and ground
crew follow in open 4x4 safari vehicles. Once
darted, the veterinary team will notch the
sleeping animal’s ear for research and security
monitoring, and insert a microchip into
the horn, enabling researchers to correctly
identify different rhino in the reserve. Groups
of up to eight guests can take part in this
conservation initiative and have the never
to be repeated opportunity of touching the
anaesthetised giant during the notching
procedure.
Rhino Notching with Scott and Guy, Courtesy of AndBeyond
Phinda: Subject to availability of the wildlife
veterinarian and helicopter pilot.
Minimum 3 nights, maximum 8 guests,
aged 12 years and older.
Ngala: Subject to availability of the wildlife
veterinarian and helicopter pilot.
Minimum 3 nights, maximum 8 guests,
aged 12 years and older.
GORILLA TREKKING
Bwindi Impenetrable
Forest
Explore mist-covered mountain slopes for
enchanted moments spent watching the
intricate interaction of mountain gorilla families.
Encounter these fascinating primates in the heart
of the World Heritage Site known as the Bwindi
Impenetrable Forest. Track the gorilla groups
protected by this dense network of vines and
shrubs, rewarded by exhilarating moments as
you view their complex social structure at work.
Traverse dense thickets and bamboo forests that
extend over a series of steep ridges and marvel
at the ecological uniqueness and natural beauty
of this secluded mountain haven.
KILIMANJARO CLIMB
LUXURY
WALKING SAFARI
Lemosho Route:
An eight day ascent to the roof of Africa.
Starting at Lemosho on the Western side and
traversing across the most spectacular parts of
the mountain. This route joins the Machame
route above Shira camp on day four, and then
from Barafu camp ascends to the summit via
Stella Point. Descent is via the Mweka route.
For those looking for an active thrill
beyond the excitement of Big Five
sightings on a game drive vehicle, a
walking safari offers the opportunity to
connect with the African bush, interacting
with all its inhabitants. Embark on an
adventure where you walk in the tracks
of zebra and buffalo, your nostrils fill with
the scent of crushed wild grasses and
you push through the brush, and all six
senses re-awake as Africa touches you and
you touch Africa. This safari is offered at
Phinda and Ngala.
Machame Route:
A seven-day Kilimanjaro hike starting at
Machame gate, ascending through Afromontane
Forest, into the heath zone and then on to the
edge of the remnants of the Shira volcano.
The route then circumnavigates the main peak,
Kibo, anticlockwise, en route passing spectacular
features such as giant steps and glacial valleys.
The final ascent is from Barafu camp. It is a
nighttime ascent to Uhuru Peak via Stella Point.
The descent is via the Mweka route.
The costs is per safari per day: minimum
2 night stay, maximum 6 guests; aged 16
years and older.
HOT AIR
BALLOONING
OVER THE SERENGETI
Reach for the clouds and view the
Serengeti from above with this
truly spectacular hot air ballooning
experience. Marvel at the views
and wildlife from above as you
enjoy this experience of a lifetime
that will truly be with you forever.
It is a rare and precious adventure
never to be forgotten.
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WHITE
WATER RAFTING
Take on the mighty Zambezi River
with the greatest white water
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Zambezi carves its way through
one of the great river corridors of
the world. This is the domain of
the Nyaminyami, the River God of
the Tonga people, and is now the
highway for exhilarating rafting
adventures.
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During his explorations of Zimbabwe,
Dr David Livingstone was paddled in a dugout
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which the whole of the Zambezi River plunged.
The Makololo paddlers skilfully landed him on
Goat Island (now Livingstone Island) right on
the lip of the chasm. A few steps through the
small rainforest on November 16, 1855, he
gazed upon one of the most spectacular sights
in the world – ‘Mosi-Oa-Tunya’ (The Smoke that
Thunders). Guests can follow in his footsteps
and visit this historic island during the ‘low
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and goes through to the end of January.
Morning departures from the Royal
Livingstone at: 07:30, 09:00 and 10:30
Duration: 1.5 hours
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Minimum: 2 guests
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OWNER POTRAIT
OWNER POTRAIT
NO
BUSINESS
THERE’S
LIKE SNOW
BUSINESS
by Philippe Capezzone
So, what’s the attraction of
Courchevel, and Hotel Kilimandjaro
and K2, for travellers?
As part of our adventure theme, we
sat down with Philippe Capezzone,
the owner and developing force
behind the K1 and K2 hotels in
Courchevel - one of the most
expensive skiing areas in the world
- to discover his vision and learn
why he builds and runs his luxury
adventure experiences.
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I think it’s a mistake to sell the ski resorts
solely only for advanced skiers. Today you
want to target people who don’t know how to
ski, but then learn to ski, and find the beauty
of skiing, and combine this with gastronomic
delights - there are six Michelin two stars in
Courchevel. I think there are many clients who
want to travel like this. Another important
factor is the shopping. If you don’t know how
to ski, it doesn’t matter. Outside of skiing, we
sell fresh air and nature. We combine skiing,
lifestyle and food.
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OWNER POTRAIT
OWNER POTRAIT
You specialize in chalets, how did
that come about?
I never liked big buildings. Chalets have a
human size. And the materials play around
rocks and wood - you have to adjust to
nature. A chalet has roots for a family. Before
becoming a ski chalet, people used to live
here, a family. People have a chalet, with the
animals, they farm, it’s a way of life. I didn’t
feel it was interesting to build big buildings like
apartments. Family and nature are important as
they give you quality of life.
How did you end up with Tibet as
your main theme for K2?
How long did it take you to learn
the hotel business?
How did you get into the hotel
business?
I was a property developer, building many chalets.
We have roughly 60 chalets in Courchevel. I
developed chalet concepts and had my own
construction company. Some 18 years after it
was first built, the whole Kilimandjaro Hotel
was for sale, and my company bought it. We
bought it because we wanted to build chalets,
but in the end we decided to be a hotel. Back
then we didn’t know the hotel business when
we started, but our concept was chalets which
are run like hotel bedrooms.
I surrounded myself with fantastic people in
the beginning, trusted people, people from the
hotel business. This is where I learned to be a
hotelier. I didn’t want to go into hotels to copy,
I wanted to develop, decorate, be an architect,
and make my own service. When you build
something, you need to build your soul. When
you start something, you need to make it your
signature.
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The hotel business, you never learn totally. You
need to improve all the time. I love another of
my hobbies. I fly helicopters. I compare it to the
hotel business. After 10 years of being a pilot, I
still learn new things everyday. You have to be
humble and be open to new things, you need to
learn new things, you need to learn forever. The
day you don’t learn new things, you’re finished.
If something is too easy, I don’t want to go into
it.
My first hotel is K1 – Kilimandjaro, from Africa.
The name was already there. So, for the second
hotel, I thought, which name is not too far
from that? K2 is a mountain in Tibet. If you
build an apartment on a mountain, you don’t
want it to look like it’s in New York. Tibet is
on a high summit, in a mountain area, so K2
and Tibet seemed perfect for the second hotel
at Courchevel. We then started to develop
the concept of Tibet, did the research, hired a
designer – a French designer. The décor is more
of my wife’s concern, the designer and the
team.
I met one of my clients who is one of the UK’s
top richest. He wanted to buy a chalet, but at
55 he was not sure if he could continue to ski.
He asked me if I had anything, so I told him
that in few months I would let him know. Then
I sold him two chalets at Courchevel. There,
even when he is 80 years old, he can still ski,
because Courchevel has that flat easy going
area up to advanced. Plenty of space to move
and ski to everyone’s skills.
When you build something, you need to feel
the energy of the area. When I bought the K2,
it was a forest. I knew this place was a good
place. I feel the energy; I feel I’m at the right
place. People told me that the area is on the
side of the mountain, so you don’t have the sun
the whole day. But I don’t care; it’s the view
that counts. You will be outdoors anyway. You
have the energy, that was the blessing. The
view is the most important thing.
I saw the mountain turn orange, and felt
“WOW!” In the morning you see the sun.
I feel it’s the right place to develop a project.
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BE A LOCAL
BE A LOCAL
BLO-BLO.
This is tiny little bar in Upper
Hirafu that I particularly like because it feels like
you are walking into a genie bottle. It is small,
intimate and cozy. A great place to chill with a
few friends in a very unique atmosphere that
isn't over-run with drunken youngsters..
ACTIVITIES
SNOWMOBILING. There are a couple
by
Michael H. Chen
Welcome to Niseko, one of the greatest places on earth,
of companies in town that offer snowmobiling
experiences, but if you want a customized
experience with a great variety of equipment
and terrain, I would suggest Ben Clark's
Ekimne. Both on-track and off-track riding
with spectacular views of Mt. Yotei are what I
remember most about this experience.
and a town on Japan’s northern Hokkaido Island on
the slopes of Mt. Niseko-Annupuri.
year James Gallagher opened it back in 2010.
What makes this place so great is that James
drives to the fish market at 5 am very day and
personally selects the best fish and seafood
available. The oysters are always first rate, as are
the Hokkaido uni or sea urchins, and the crab
legs. The braised tuna cheek is also a must.
Rukuichi. Perhaps the most famous soba place
on earth. Tatsuru Rai and his wife Midori have
a 12-seat soba restaurant that is the mother of
all soba places. Rai-san personally hand-makes
and cuts all the soba. No machinery allowed.
The result is soba perfection. The first time I
went, I showed up before 11 am midweek on a
non-holiday week. The shop opens at 11:30 am
for lunch and I already missed the first seating
(more than 12 people in front of me already). For
dinner, the restaurant is already booked out for
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more than a year. For those who always search
for the best, this is it for Soba.
RESTAURANT YO! at Hurry Slowly.
Yo is a traditional Japanese restaurant tucked
away in Lower Hirafu Village. Yo provides a real
authentic Japanese experience in an exclusive
setting.
FAVOURITE BARS
GYU ("FRIDGE") BAR. This is a popular
place, and what I like best about it is this is
truly a bar for adults. The owner Ioanna, has
assembled an incredible selection of Japanese
whiskies. The bar also makes terrific cocktails.
It is always buzzing and the only thing I can be
critical of is that everyone wishes it were open
later than midnight.
The big three major resorts cover most
of the ski slopes and are joined together
at the top so that it is possible to ski
between them.
• Grand Hirafu: The largest of the
resorts, with a sizeable town area
around its main base packed with
a variety of resorts, holiday homes,
restaurants and an active nightlife.
• Niseko Village: Offers two large
hotels, including the Hilton Niseko
Village, townhouses and "the Village"
with a small collection of restaurants,
bars and boutiques.
TO EAT
EZO SEAFOODS. I first went to Ezo the
Niseko is famous for its off-trail skiing
and the world's best ski powder. Its ski
resorts are all located on Mount NisekoAnnupuri at an elevation of 1,308 metres.
POWDER GUIDING. Niseko is one of
those destinations where I continue to discover
new places to ski. No matter what skill level, a
powder guide can help one experience the best
powder that Niseko can offer for one's skill level.
I've gone to places with a powder guide that I
would never have found. Many of these places
gave exhilarating thrills and access to deep, deep
powder. For a luxury winter experience, getting a
powder guide is an absolute must.
•Annupuri: Somewhat less crowded
ski trails with limited accommodation
and scarce in dining choices. Perfect
for family and beginner levels as the
ski slopes are less steep.
TOP 5 SKI SLOPES
IN NISEKO
1.An’nupuri
2. Hanazono, Grand Hirafu
3. Grand Hirafu
4. Niseko Village
5. Mt. An’nupuri
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UNFORGETTABLE SKIING ON THE SLOPES OF COURCHEVEL
Couchevel
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Courchevel
Located in the French Alps, Courchevel is
part of Les Trois Vallees, the largest linked
ski area in the world
Whether you are an advanced skier
in search of an adrenalin rush, or an
adventurous beginner looking to learn to
ski in style, Courchevel has something for
everyone.
With 150 kilometres of alpine ski runs
served by 58 lifts, for beginners fun ZEN (Zones for the Evolution of Novices) areas have
been especially created for you to ski in complete safety, while the 19 green and 35 blue
runs will help you get to grips with the slope. For more experienced skiers, 34 red and
eight black runs enable you to put your technique and skills to the test. Whatever your
level of expertise, choose your itinerary and set off to enjoy some unforgettable days of
skiing.
Gentle slopes surrounded by magnificent landscapes, easily accessible ski lifts, magic
carpet lifts, complete beginners will soon become expert skiers in Courchevel.
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As the best way to learn how to ski is on a wellmaintained piste with a gentle slope in a safe
and enclosed area, there are four ZEN areas:
Courchevel - Pralong ZEN (alongside the ski
tows at La Ferme and the Altiport); Courchevel
- Golf ZEN (accessed by the Jardin Alpin
cable car; two magic carpet lifts in the area);
Courchevel Moriond - Mickey ZEN (alongside
the Mickey ski tow); and Courchevel Le Praz:
Envolée ZEN (alongside the Envolée ski tow).
While for advanced skiing there is the whole
Saulire/Creux sector with its impressive
network of red and black runs at altitudes of
2,000m-2,700m: Grand Couloir (Black); Saulire
(Red); Combe des Pylônes (Black); M (Black);
Marmottes (Red); Suisses (Black); Turcs (Black);
Park City (Red); Creux (Red); Roches Grises
(Black); Jean Pachod (Red); and Chanrossa
(Black).
The black runs towards Le Praz, and especially
Jean Blanc and Jockeys, are beautiful spots and
ideal when visibility is not so good.
All across the Courchevel Valley and Les Trois
Vallees there are a number of dedicated areas
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for discovering freestyle skiing and other new
ways of enjoying the snow.
which constantly strives to satisfy and amaze
its visitors.
The Fun Park - a fun and easy natural canyon to
be enjoyed without reserve (level: 1st star); The
Stop Zone - an area to learn about speed and
stopping distances; The Indian Trail - activities
around an Indian camp with Grey Wolf and
his tribe (tepees, archery, face painting, etc.);
Snake Park - fun and accessible boarder-cross
run; Avalanche Park - an area to raise skiers’
awareness of avalanches and techniques for
searching for victims beneath avalanches;
Wood Park: an area equipped with wooden
modules (rails, tables) for discovering freestyle;
and the Family Park – a snowpark equipped
with a boardercross run, rails, tables and jumps.
Courchevel should be discovered village by
village. There are five of them, which reveal
themselves to visitors as they wind their way up
the pretty mountain road.
Courchevel is multi-faceted with five villages,
and five distinct atmospheres. The resort is
spread over five altitudes and each village
presents a different face, offers a different
view and a different way of approaching
the mountain. The vast array of non-skiing
activities is another plus point for a resort
Saint Bon, the birthplace of Courchevel, and the
original village, at an altitude of 1,100m. The
Lac Bleu, the first hotel to be built in the resort,
has been welcoming guests since 1925. While
there are no ski lifts leaving from the village, a
free shuttle service runs every 20 minutes to
the heart of the ski area from where skiers can
return to Saint Bon along a red ski run.
Courchevel 1300 (Le Praz), has a discreet
charm as an authentic mountain village with its
traditional houses, chalets and narrow streets,
preserving its incredible charm and real village
life village feel which is very much in evidence
365 days a year. It is the bastion of ski jumping
with its majestic Olympic jumps. As for alpine
skiing, those who enjoy skiing through forests
will love the run linking Le Praz directly with
Courchevel 1850.
Courchevel 1550, a young spirit which is the
most family oriented offering excellent value
for money, fast and direct access to Courchevel
1850, as well as the whole of Les Trois Vallees
ski area. The toboggan run, which leaves from
1850 and finishes in 1550, is a thrilling ride for
adults and children alike!
Courchevel 1650 (Moriond). The first ski tow
was created in Moriond (the original name of
this level of the resort), a sector which basks
in the sun thanks to its location on a ledge set
back from the relief. The ski area of Courchevel
1650 is predominantly made up of green
and blue runs. The combination of these two
features makes the resort particularly popular
with families. Conviviality is the order of the
day and the après-ski is particularly appreciated
thanks to the wide variety of activities on offer!
Courchevel 1850, is one big superlative. The
rich and famous flock to this most exclusive
level which has sealed the resort’s international
reputation, with luxury hotels whose excellence
has imbued the whole resort.
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Skiing Family Adventure
in Courchevel with
LE K2
Hit the slopes for some family fun in the world's largest and most exclusive skiing area. Whether a
novice or an expert, or somewhere in between, there is plenty of scope for all the family to live out
their on piste dreams. Then relax afterwards in style with the multitude of apres ski activities, from
shopping to fine foods and wine to scintilating night life, and much more.
Inclusive :
• Four nights in a Family Prestige room
for two adults and two children Return
city transfer from Geneva airport/city to
Courchevel 1850
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VIP welcome kits for dREAMSCAPE clients
Free WiFi access
Free minibar and coffee amenities
Complimentary early check-in and late
check-out, upon availability.
• Stay on half board basis: breakfast and one
meal per day served at Le Black Pyramid
instructor for a full day, ski lift passes,
insurance valid in the Courchevel valley, ski
and ski pole rental)
CHAMBRE PRESTIGE
CHAMBRE PRESTIGE familiale
EXCLUSIVE ONLY
WITH
• Goji Spa by La Prairie offer: 50-minute
January 12-February 11, 2017
IDR 40,250,000/US$3,010
• Half day snowshoeing tour with two private
February 18-March 4, 2017
IDR 60,250,000/US$4,510
• Free access to swimming pool, sauna, steam
March 11-April 9, 2017
IDR 48,250,000/US$3,610
• Complimentary shuttle service within
*Price starts from per person for a family with four members sharing the Family Prestige room
massage for two people
guides (equipment included)
room and fitness area
Courchevel 1850.
• Complimentary family welcome dinner at Le
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Kintessence
One day ski discovery (including ski
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DIVING BUCKET LIST FOR 2016-2017
The ultimate selection of dive sites for
the true connoisseurs of underwater
adventure. These exotic experiences deep
below the oceans’ surfaces are a must for
anyone looking for a once in a lifetime dive!
ICE DIVING AT MCMURDO SOUND, ANTARCTICA
In extreme temperatures that often drop below -40°C (-40°F), where no
insects, plants or major life exist above the ground, people do the unthinkable
and plunge into it’s icy waters! McMurdo Sound Antarctica is where divers
break through the 1.3-3m (4-10ft) thick ice to enter the freezing cold waters,
to be rewarded by stunning visibility of about 300m (990 ft) and a rich marine
life like no other anywhere else in the world.
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DRIFT DIVING AT KOMODO
NATIONAL PARK, INDONESIA
LIFE STARTS AT
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
UNDERWATER VOLCANO DIVING
AT MAHENGETANG, INDONESIA
THE LOST CITY AT YONAGUNI
MONUMENT, JAPAN
Home to the thrilling drift dives due to the
strong currents among the many islands in the
shallow seas, the park's macro life is colourful
and there are lots of dogtooth tuna.
At the Ecuadorian islands that captivated
Charles Darwin, dive with one of the widest
ranges of wildlife in the world, including
penguins, marine iguanas, turtles, sea lions,
whale sharks, dolphins, hammerheads, and rays.
Located between Siau and Sangihe islands, this
is one of the only active underwater volcanoes
you can dive!
Yonaguni contains some of the most stunning
dive sites in the world, including an underwater
ancient lost city known as the Yonaguni
Monument.
INTRA-CONTINENTAL
DIVING AT SILFRA, ICELAND
THE WORLD’S LARGEST
SHIPWRECK AT TRUK LAGOON,
MICRONESIA
THE BIG BLUE, BELIZE,
CENTRAL AMERICA
Head to the infamous World
Heritage Site, The Blue Hole,
and experience reef sharks
and stalactites and stalagmites
that are millions of years old.
At Glover’s Atoll observe eagle
rays, colourful sea fans, large
schools of jack and barracuda,
and loggerhead sea turtles.
When you’re not diving with
nurse sharks at Shark Ray Alley,
you can explore ancient Mayan
ruins, watch toucans fly in the
rainforest, or even go cave
tubing!
The only place in the world where dives
between the American and Eurasian
continental plates are possible.
One of the world's largest wrecks from the 1944
Japanese fleet, and it remains an underwater
museum, with sake cups, skeletons, and fighter
planes still waiting in hangars frozen in time.
The only place in the world where dives between
the American and Eurasian continental plates are
possible.
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EXPERIENCE
the SMOULDERING
MERAPI VOLCANO
WITH
Travel in style with five of your friends for a walk on the wild side to Mount Merapi, known locally
as Gunung Merapi, an active stratovolcano on the border of Central Java and Yogyakarta. Merapi
is Indonesia's most active volcano, and has erupted regulary since 1548, though not since 2014.
Explore the beauty of the volcano and its surroundings, and watch the awe-inspiring sunrise over
Merapi while being luxuriously pampered in true Aman style.
Inclusive for 6 people
• Two nights in two bedrooms at Dalem Jiwo with 2 extra beds
• Airport return transfer
• VIP welcome kits for dREAMSCAPE clients
• Daily breakfast
• Complimentary 60 minute massage per person
• Complimentary sunset martini
• Complimentary Merapi Volcano Experience
• Depart at 21.00 from Amanjiwo with your guide for your 10-hour Merapi Volcano Experience.
Food packages are included
• Inclusive of of 21 percent government tax.
• Valid until October 31, 2016
EXCLUSIVE PROMOTION
FOR KITAS/INDONESIAN RESIDENTS
ONLY WITH
PRICE
dREAMSCAPE
IDR 14,315,000/US$1,098 per person
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With mininum spending of US$5,000 per year, you receive these benefits:
Shopping discount | Room or Flight Upgrade | Complimentary Travel Services
Complimentary Concierge Services | Invitation to dREAMSCAPE Private Events
Annual Travel Insurance and many more
For more information, please visit our website
www.my-dreamscape.com/dreamsmiles
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BIZZARE SPA
BIZZARE SPA
A Finer Touch
at Mandapa,
A Ritz-Carlton
Reserve
M
assage is best known for healing and
reinvigorating the mind and body. But
what is not commonly known is that
some of the best massage therapists in the
industry are actually blind.
Losing the ability to see most often enhances
and magnifies other senses, especially touch.
But finding a good blind therapist among all the
qualified professionals available is not so easy.
Without the ability to see, a blind massage
therapist channels his or her energy to the
client. You feel their attention is solely given
to you. And amazingly, it feels like they are
transmitting their energy to the massage
recipient.
A blind therapist also focuses more on using
pressure points, including the body's ligaments,
tendons, muscles, joints, skin and some
connective tissue for greater effectiveness.
But dREAMSCAPE is pleased to reveal massage
by the blind at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
in Ubud, Bali.
In theory, a blind masseur or masseuse does
not work any differently from those who can
see, they use the same technique. The key
difference is not in the treatment method, but
the sensitivity of their hands.
The therapist cannot rely on visual cues to
see if a patient is flinching, instead they sense
it through how the body reacts, which is
much more instantaneous. And it makes a big
difference.
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A perfect example
of trusting what you
feel, rather than what
you see.
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CULINARY LANDMARK
A Feast
of Future
Friends
CULINARY LANDMARK
In our previous edition, dREAMSCAPE
introduced Chaine des Rotisseurs, the historic
culinary club that can trace its origins back
to the time of French King Louis IX. One of
the main benefits of being a member of this
exclusive global club is that you can instantly
participate in all of their mouthwatering
gastronomic events in over 80 countries around
the world. dREAMSCAPE had the honour and
pleasure of exploring the tastebud-tingling
benefits of being a member of this international
culinary club by attending the Principality of
Monaco Grand Chapitre.
The VIP members who attended the Monaco
event included HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco.
Culinary connoisseurs were entertained with
an evening of divine dishes to please the palate
prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Joël Garault,
who dazzled guests with the meticulous
excellence of his dishes. The exceptional wines
were chosen by our Échanson Dominique
Milard.
The mind-blowing
menu was as follows:
APPETISERS
Monaco oyster “pearl” tartare,
lobster in a sea-flavoured jus
Pouilly-Fumé 2014 – Pascal Jolivet
A STARTER FIT FOR A PRINCE
On a rougail of mango and carrot,
poached foie gras on toast,
pineapple tuile
Pouilly-Fumé 2014 – Pascal Jolivet
FROM THE SEA
Fillet of turbot on a lemongrass-infused
langoustine sauce, crab ravioli
Puligny-Montrachet 2013 – Christophe
Buisson
FROM THE LAND
Veal filet mignon in sage-flavoured
braising juices, sweet potatoes
with ginger
Chassagne-Montrachet 2013 – Olivier
Leflaive
CHEESE
Gouda petals with truffle,
pistachio fougasse
Château Rauzan-Ségla 2008, Deuxième
Grand Cru Classé de Margaux
There were a number of culinary workshops
and different dishes focusing on oysters, foie
gras, pata negra and other delicious meats,
presented by “Le Bouchon” for guests to
savour.
DESSERT
Malt-flavoured chestnut cream biscuit,
iced meringues, calamansi mandarin
Champagne Ayala
The opportunity to make new friendships based
on the love of fine cuisine came at the farewell
event, the new friendship lunch, held at the
world famous Café de Paris.
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CULINARY LANDMARK
Upcoming International
Grand Chapitre
events available through
Indonesian
dREAMSCAPE
ISLAND ADVENTURE
June 09
Grand Chapitre of Spain
June 9-12, 2016 CORDOBA, SPAIN
BAILLI DÉLÉGUÉ : M. AMABLE PRIETO
MONTERO
PROGRAMME - REGISTRATION FORM
June 23
Grand Chapitre of South Africa
June 23-25, 2016 JOHANNESBURG ,
SOUTH AFRICA
For the perfect Indonesian island adventure
in one of the world's top 50 resorts according
to The Guardian newspaper, the luxurious
Nihiwatu Resort on Sumber Island will meet
your every adventure dream and expectation,
and then throw in a few more for surprises for
good measure. Hailed as having Asia's best surf,
it offers a whole host of aquatic and on land
adventure activities that will make you feel like
you've finally found paradise.
BAILLI DÉLÉGUÉ : M. FRANÇOIS FERREIRA
August 26
Grand Chapitre of Norway
Aug 26-28, 2016 TRONDHEIM, NORWAY
BAILLI DÉLÉGUÉ : M. ROLF M. BRAEND
STAY 4, PAY 3 NIGHTS
Starting from IDR 14,235,000/US$1,083
per person based on double occupancy
SEPTEMBER 02
Grand Chapitre of Switzerland
BAILLI DÉLÉGUÉ: MR RENÉ KAMBER
• Four night stay at Lulu Amaha Villa
• Full board for 5 days/4 nights (breakfast, lunch and dinner SEPTEMBER 28
• Complimentary activities: Stand up paddle, snorkeling, Grand Chapitre of Great Britain
• This exclusive promotion is available for travel dates in Sep 2-4, 2016 DAVOS, SWITZERLAND
Sep 2-7, 2016 MANCHESTER,
GREAT BRITAIN
BAILLI DÉLÉGUÉ : M. PHILIP EVINS
PROGRAM & REGISTRATION
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Inclusive
with non-alcoholic drinks all day long)
family beach games, Rua or Lamboya trekking,
September,
October and November 2016; December 120, 2016; January 9-31, 2017; February and March, 2017.
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VISA CHALLENGE
VISA CHALLENGE
ADVENTURE
TRAVEL INSURANCE
People who go on adventure trips are a whole different breed of traveller. So, if you are a seeker of
adrenaline-fuelled outdoor challenges, you will need to look again the risk that comes with your
standard health and travel insurance.
Standard health and travel insurance policies will often cover some level of outdoor activity
- for example, camping, easy trekking and modest sports such as archery. But anything
slightly more extreme than this, such as climbing, jet skiing, scuba diving and zip lines
between trees (even with a safety harness) may often not be covered. And most
adventure operators will ask you to sign a disclaimer before undertaking any activity
– and this relinquishes the firm from responsibility rather than providing insurance
to protect you.
If, on reading the small print, you discover that your health and travel
insurance policy in terms of its risk does not fit your needs, our advice is
that you may also need to supplement your travel insurance plan with a
hazardous sports rider. The purpose is to provide you with coverage for
injuries sustained during activities that would otherwise be excluded
on your policy.
While it is always good practice to shop around for all kinds
of travel insurance - including sports adventure and extreme
sports travel insurance - your priority should be making sure
you are fully covered for all adventure activities, rather
than just snapping up the cheapest quote.
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VISA CHALLENGE
VISA CHALLENGE
Sports and Adventure Travel
Insurance covers accidents in:
Winter Activities
•Skiing
•Snowboarding
• Snow tubing
• Snow rafting
•Snowmobiling
• Glacier walking
Water sports
•Surfing
• Scuba diving
•Snorkelling
• Kite surfing
•Canoeing
• White water rafting
• Water skiing and wakeboarding
• Stand up paddling
Mountain Activities
•Trekking
•Hiking
• Mountain biking
• Fell running
• Sightseeing in caves
Sporting Activities
•Athletics
•Rugby
•Football
•Tchoukball
• Ultimate Frisbee
Biking Activities
• Mountain biking
• Bicycle polo
• Quad biking
• Cycle touring
• Motor biking
Adrenalin Activities
• Bungee jumping
• Tough Mudder
• Zip line
• Fly by wire
• Kite wing
• Land surfing
•Yoga
• Segway tours
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What coverage do you need
as an adventure travel
traveller?
• AD&D coverage provides a lump sum
payment to you or to your family if you are disabled or die on your adventure trip.
• Travel delay coverage provides a per-day
amount for unexpected lodging, meals and transportation when your travel is delayed a certain number of hours for a covered reason.
•
Evacuation and repatriation coverage provides the coordination and funds necessary to arrange for a medically
necessary evacuation or to return your body home for burial.
•
Medical coverage provides advance payments or reimbursement for medical and dental care received on your trip – even in a foreign country.
What adventure activities
waived or included in plan
should I be looking for?
•
Financial default coverage provides
reimbursement for your pre-paid non-
refundable trip costs when a travel supplier ceases operations.
• Medical coverage – at least US$50,000.
•
Trip cancellation coverage provides
reimbursement of your pre-paid non-
refundable trip costs when the trip has to
be cancelled for a covered reason.
• Evacuation coverage – at least US$200,000.
• Baggage coverage – at least US$1,000.
• Trip cancellation coverage at 100 percent.
Type of products:
• Single adventure travel.
• If you are a frequent adrenaline junkie, the annual multiple adventure travel (max 60 days per trip) within 365 days might suit better.
To learn more about the sports and adventure
travel insurance that suits you best, please
contact our visa department at:
For more information or to book, please contact
the dREAMSCAPE team: Via email
[email protected] or
whatsapp +62 818 0888 5901.
• AD&D benefits.
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dREAMSCAPE EXCLUSIVE PROMO
Two Bedroom Pool Villa, Alila Uluwatu
Three Bedroom Villa, Alila Soori
Rediscover the joy of pure relaxation in Alila Resorts with a personal butler to take care of your
every whim. Indulge all of your senses in the culinary delights of the resort's signature fine-dining
and traditional warung-style restaurants, the spectacular pool and bar, or in the sanctuary of Spa
Alila.
Three Bedroom Villa, Alila Soori
exclusive only with
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dREAMSCAPE.
• Complimentary breakfast
• Wi-Fi access in the resort and your own villa
• Host (butler) service and Alila Villas amenities
• Complimentary use of 24-hour gym
Choose to stay either in the
Two Bedroom Pool Villa, Alila Uluwatu
Inclusive
or
Price is IDR 10,850,000 nett per night
inclusive of 21 percent government tax.
This promotion is available only for Kitas
holders/Indonesian residents,
valid in 2016.
• Daily yoga class.
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TIME TRAVEL
TIME TRAVEL
ECOCAPSULE
SIMPLIFY YOUR
TRAVEL
The Ecocapsule micro-home camper trailer is
powered by a built-in low noise wind turbine
and an array of solar cells. This two-powered
system, with a high capacity battery, allows
for energy collection in most climates. The
spherical shape of the off-grid camping
trailer has been designed to collect rainwater
efficiently, with built-in filters available to clean
anything stored in the tanks underneath, and
the body is made from high-capacity, insulated
fiberglass shells overlaid on an aluminium
framework. The user has a warm bed, running
water, hot food, kitchenette, toilet, shower,
diner and work areas, in a space only 2.55
metres high, 4.45 metres long and 2.25 metres
wide.
Steve Jobs once said a computer is like a bicycle for the mind. We love all things high-tech,
and there is a great reason for our love of such gadgets – they make our lives easier, more
interesting, and unlock the potential of our imaginations. Here are three of the latest and
best for the travelling techie.
CHARGEASAP
BLUESMART LUGGAGE
The world’s fastest pocket-sized phone charger
works on all phones, and is an ideal travelling
companion to rapidly repower your phone on
the road – Chargeasap specs say the ASAP
Dash up to 16x faster than rival standard
chargers on the market. It stores an incredible
5,000mAh keeping your phone going for more
Introducing the World’s first smart, connected
luggage. The Bluesmart Carry-on is a high-quality
cabin suitcase that can be tracked anywhere in
the world, powered by 3G-connectivity, a musthave in the event of lost or stolen baggage.
It features a Bluetooth-enabled remote lock
that lets users lock and unlock their bags from
their smartphone sand that locks automatically
when the bag is separated from the user. It also
features a built-in battery charger, and a built-in
scale that communicates the exact weight of the
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than 48 hours – to put this in context, other
rapid charge chargers have a much smaller
capacity of under 2,000 mAh. The Dash is fully
charged within 15 minutes, and as just one
example, has the capacity for three full iPhone
charges.
suitcase to the companion app, helping users
avoid paying extra baggage fees or being
forced to check for extra weight.
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SPORTS ADDICT
SPORTS ADDICT
PLATINUM
EXPERIENCE
The Platinum experience includes a private
skybox, refined gourmet dining and a team of
hostesses and stewards allocated to your party
to provide exceptional and discreet service. The
Platinum programme is also available for shared
hospitality facilities such as the “Le 1938”
restaurant at the Toulouse stadium or the
Panoramique restaurant at the Stade de France
stadium, where you can dine with guests before
making your way directly to your centrallylocated seats.
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Access to hospitality lounge
A glass of champagne on arrival
Seated catering, with a buffet (private table* from 10 people)
Fine wines and spirits served to guests
An official tournament program
A gift for each guest
A match sheet
Parking, subject to availability
OPTION 1 - Opening game and Final
Starting from
IDR 158,400,000*/US$11,950
inclusive two matches, gold hospitality and French 20
percent VAT
Option 1 - Opening game
Starting from IDR 43,000,000 /US$3,250
Option 2 - Quarter final
Starting from IDR 32,500,000/US$2,450
By Yves Abitbol
June 10
–
July 10,
2016
FRANCE
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Enjoy European football’s showpiece
tournament, UEFA Euro 2016, from the
best seats in the house and soak up the
highly charged atmosphere as the region’s
most talented footballers pit their skills
against each other for Europe’s ultimate
football prize.
Held once every four years, and this year
being hosted by France, football’s UEFA
European Championships pits Europe’s
most exciting and powerful national teams
against each other to earn the bragging
rights as the Champions of Europe. And
it’s no mean feat when you consider more
European teams have gone on to win
the World Cup than any other continent.
Second only to the World Cup in terms of
global football reputation, UEFA Euro 2016
is veritable footballing battle of the titans.
Option 3 - Final game
Starting from IDR 109,750,000/USD$8,280
* Prices inclusive of 20 percent French VAT
GOLD
HOSPITALITY
The Gold experience includes a category one
ticket, with access to the hospitality area where
you will find the perfect atmosphere for your
guests for our catering and fine buffet. Upon
arrival at the shared lounge, our dedicated staff
will guide you and your guests to your table.
You will be surrounded by our chefs who will
cook to your tastes. Private tables are possible
for groups of 10 people or more. The shared
lounge is ideal for spending time with friends
and for developing business relationships.
Highlights:
• A category one ticket
OPTION 2 - Three matches of your
team (Germany, Switzerland, Russia,
Spain, Portugal, Italy, Austria, Belgium,
Netherlands)
Starting from
IDR 71,600,000*/US$ 5,400
inclusive three matches, gold hospitality and French 20
percent VAT
EURO CUP LOCATIONS
BORDEAUX STADE DE BORDEAUX
LILLE MÉTROPOLE STADE PIERRE MAUROY
LYON STADE DE LYON
NICE
STADE DE NICE
PARIS PARC DES PRINCES
PARIS
PASS STADE DE FRANCE
Or if you just want to enjoy the ambience you
can purchase a stadium pass, allowing you
to enjoy all the games taking place in your
preferred stadium. (Not valid for Paris stadium,
opening game and final.)
** Prices excluding dREAMSCAPE service fee,
pick up and delivery of tickets.
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dREAMSCAPE ADVENTURE TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
Back to
N
ature in
ew Zealand
Head out into the wilds of Hobbit country and
enjoy the vast open landscapes, or crank up the adventure
a notch by helicopter, plane, raft or quad bike
WHY YOU
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Nature lover
Trekking addict
Sailor
Multiple adventure thriller-seeker
LUXURY level
starting from
IDR 48,000,000/
US$3,600per person
HIGHLIGHT
ACTIVITIES
SHOULD GO
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QUEENSTOWN
WANAKA
LAKE TAUPO
AUCKLAND
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Helicopter sightseeing
Grade 5: River rafting
OCTOBER – MARCH
Fly fishing
11.5 HOURS
Hiking and trekking
Skydiving and paragliding
Trekking
Sailing
Diving in Fiordland
Wineries
10 DAYS/9NIGHTS
Tel: +62 21 57948157
Quad or off-road biking
Mountain bike
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ICE COOL
ADVENTURE
IN ICELAND
WHY YOU
HIGHLIGHT
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REYKJAVIK
OKULSARLON GLACIER
LAGOON
HIGHLANDS
SNÆFELLSNES
LUXURY level l
starting from
IDR 66,785,000/US$5,000
per person
ACTIVITIES
SHOULD GO
• Nature lover
• Fishing and culinary
• Motor off-road hobbyist
Savour volcanic Iceland
with its multitude of ice,
snow and water experiences
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Diving: touch the two continents
Off-road driving
Ice car racing
NOVEMBER-MARCH
16 HOURS
River fishing
Volcano heli-sightseeing
Nature sightseeing
Snowmobiles
Glaciers
10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS
Tel: +62 21 5794815
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the dizzy heights of
Bhutan
THIMPHU
GANGTEY
PUNAKHA
PARO
LUXURY level
starting from
IDR 94,920,000/US$7,100
per person
Make the most of the cultural and scenic magical kingdom
situated at the eastern end of the Himalayas
WHY YOU
SHOULD GO
• Cultural
• Nature lover
• Luxury resort fan
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HIGHLIGHT
ACTIVITIES
SEPTEMBER–DECEMBER
+/- 7 HOURS FLIGHT
TIME WITH 1 NIGHT IN
BANGKOK
• Climb to the Tiger's Nest Monastery
in Paro
• Unique culture
• Spectacular Himalayan scenery
• Visit Punakha's Dzong
10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS
Tel: +62 21 5794815
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Magical
Animal Migration
in Africa
NAIROBI, KENYA
AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
NGORONGORO CRATER
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE
LUXURY level
IDR 86,750,000/US$6,495
per person
AUGUST-APRIL
16 HOURS
starting from
Land and helicopter safaris to bring you back to nature
with Africa’s fierce wild animals
WHY YOU
HIGHLIGHT
ACTIVITIES
SHOULD GO
• Animal Lover,
• Bucklet list enthusiast
• Adventure freak
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•
•
•
•
Safari
Trekking
Heli-sightseeing
Fancy culinary experiences
15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS
Tel: +62 21 5794815
115
From the awesome tranquillity of watching whales,
to the pumped up adrenaline rush of kayaking, dog sledding,
rafting and horseback riding, Alaska has it all
WHY YOU
HIGHLIGHT
ACTIVITIES
SHOULD GO
• Animal lover
• Adventure thrill-seeker
• Nature lover
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ANCHORAGE
EKLUTNA
CHICKALOON
•
•
•
•
•
Wildlife watching
•
•
•
•
•
•
Kayaking
LUXURY level
starting from
IDR 75,465,000/US$5,650
per person
Flightseeing
Jet boats
Rafting
Glacier and Kenai Fjords Whale
Watching Cruise
MAY-SEPTEMBER
(THE ONLY SEASON)
24 HOURS
9 DAYS/8 NIGHTS
Tel: +62 21 5794815
Fishing
Native tribes
Dog sledding
Horseback riding
Adventure driving
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WHY YOU SHOULD GO
• Meeting and mingling with children from
around the world
• Exposure to the world’s elite families
• International cross cultural experiences
• Love to learn new things
HIGHLIGHT ACTIVITIES
SWITZERLAND
JUNE 25 - AUGUST 6
• Language programs and books: English,
French, German
• Full board accommodation, meals and
laundry in Switzerland, France and Italy
• Cultural sightseeing and activities in Switzerland, France and Italy
• Outdoor activities: tennis, golf, water
skiing
DURATION
14 DAYS
• Indoor activities
• Transportation between cities and countries
14 HOURS
Packed with learning opportunities for the children of
the elite, set in Switzerland at one of the world’s most
prestigious schools, Institut auf dem Rosenberg
VIP
IDR 96,997,000/US$7,185*
per person
Tel: +62 21 57948157
Images courtesy of Institut auf dem Rosenberg
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In the
Footsteps
of the
Incas
Take a step back in time and give
your legs a workout trekking to
Manu Picchu
WHY YOU
SHOULD GO
• Culture
• Adventure
• Walking and trekking lover
HIGHLIGHT
ACTIVITIES
•
•
•
•
•
LIMA
RESERVA AMAZONICA
SACRED VALLEY
URUBAMBA
MACHU PICCHU
CUSCO
JUNE-OCTOBER
LUXURY level
starting from
IDR 71,325,000/US$5,340
per person
10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS
Trekking
Wildlife watching
River cruise
Kayaking
Hiking
30 HOURS
Tel: +62 21 5794815
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121
ISRAEL
PILGRIMAGE
Mix the spiritual with the historical and a healthy dose of adventure on this trip
as you stretch your mind checking out the ancient architecture, then push
your body diving and trekking
WHY YOU
SHOULD GO
•
•
•
•
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Historical
Spiritual
Nature
Architecture lover
LUXURY level
TEL AVIV
CAESAREA & ACRE
NAZARETH
JERUSALEM
MASADA
DEAD SEA
IDR 83,500,000/US$6,250
per person
APRIL-MAY
AND
AUGUST-OCTOBER
15 HOURS
8 DAYS/7NIGHTS
Tel: +62 21 5794815
starting from
HIGHLIGHT
ACTIVITIES
• River cruise
• Trekking
• Diving
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OKHOTSK SEA
NATURAL WORLD HERITAGE,
SHIRETOKO
LAKE KUSSHARO
LAKE AKAN
Get on your bike in the northernmost of Japan’s islands
for an adventure mixing cycling, culture, culinary delights
and a spectacular helping of Mother Nature
WHY YOU
SHOULD GO
• Bicycling
• Nature
• Food and culinary enthusiast
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APRIL-SEPTEMBER
HIGHLIGHT
LUXURY level
starting from
IDR 51,560,000/US$3,860
per person
11 HOURS
ACTIVITIES
• Cycling
• Culture
• Food tasting
6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS
Tel: +62 21 5794815
125
Regal
Relaxation
in Raja
Ampat
The “Four Kings” archipelago comprising
over 1,500 small islands, cays and
shoals boast some of the richest marine
biodiversity on the planet
RAJA AMPAT
NOVEMBER–FEBRUARY
7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS
LUXURY level
starting from
WHY YOU
SHOULD GO
IDR 68,120,000/US$5,100
per person
• Diving
• Bucket list
• Nature
HIGHLIGHT
11 HOURS
ACTIVITIES
•
•
•
•
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Diving
Hiking
Snorkelling
Kayaking
Tel: +62 21 5794815
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Our special reviews of the ultimate boats, from passenger to crew ratios to signature routes,
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SeaDream II offers an intimate and luxurious yachting experience with a passenger to crew ratio
of 112 to 95. What makes this cruise line exceptional is the boat marina. It offers glass-bottom
kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, banana boats, snorkel equipment and laser sailboats. You can even
go water-skiing or ride a jet ski.
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