‘I am heading to the Edge of Wilderness’, says my driver as I arrive at the tiny airport of Sumba. In my head, after some research and website stalking, I am sure I am heading to a piece of heaven, but alas, the Edge of Wilderness will do for now. As I cover my face…
Battle commences during Pasola – a February harvest ritual borne of cultural pride – where horsemen astride Sumbawa ponies clash on rugged flatland and the ground flows red. Yet the spilled blood is said to fertilise the soil, ensuring a good harvest: the true victory for these warriors. Words by Laura Brown for World Traveller…
For Laura Brown, it’s yoga on the shores of the surfers’ Playgrounds in Mentawai Islands, Indonesia As I love exploring new Asanas, I am also one to wander around and opt for new things I haven’t yet tried. Yoga brings Zen and calm in my hectic everyday life. And so, my travel destination needs to…
