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Palangkaraya
Borneo belongs to three countries: Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei. The largest portion is Indonesia’s, known as Kalimantan. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word Kalamanthana, meaning ‘burning weather island’, describing her hot and humid tropical climate.
Jambi
Envisage a place where nomadic people live in the rainforest, practising ancient customs; where beautiful highlands are fragrant with the rich aroma of coffee, and a mist-shrouded lake is set among mountains. Merangin, in Sumatra’s Jambi province, is not well known among travellers – but that is part of its appeal.
Sydney
With its picture-postcard beaches, stunning harbour and almost-year-round perfect weather, Sydney has something of a reputation as a relaxed destination, free from airs and graces.
Venice
An island community where exceptional blown glass has been produced for more than seven centuries, Murano is a haven of tranquillity minutes from the busiest attractions of Venice.
Selayar
Colours explores a group of islands at the tail-end of South Sulawesi, where pristine white-sand beaches meet turquoise waters rich in marine life, from baby turtles to splendid coral. Conservation and tourism can co-exist.
Palembang
Once called the ‘Venice of the East’, Palembang
is the ancient former capital of the powerful Srivijaya maritime kingdom. As the Sumatran city prepares to co-host the 2018 Asian Games, Ayos Purwoaji explores its dynamic combination of old and new.
Yanesen
In the world’s most futuristic city, one area retains strong links to the Japan of bygone eras. Traditional arts and lifestyles are thriving in the shadow of Tokyo’s towering skyline.
KAMILA ANDINI FROM PASSION COMES GREATNESS
Despite being the daughter of award-winning Indonesian film director Garin Nugroho, Kamila ‘Dini’ Andini took a while to realise she had the same passion in her blood.
OMAN
Oman once traded frankincense with Rome and spices with Zanzibar. Tristan Rutherford drives through the Arabian Gulf nation to witness dawn storms, desert sunsets and knockout cuisine.