November 20 to December 4, 2000

            "My goal is to share the charm, natural beauty, and elevated fruitarian life I experienced on a recent two month trip to Bali and Lombok, Indonesia. I would like to create a sympathetic and sensitive raw community, where like-minds can relax, share the joy of our raw lives, and enjoy one of the most beautiful and human places on Earth." -- Rob Miller

On the grounds at Puri Lumbung: lush greenery and tranquil ponds

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Abundant Balinese Fruit- Papaya, Salaks and Frangipani Flowers

            Bali is a lush, mountainous island in the Indonesian archipelago boasting dramatic volcanoes, white and black sand beaches, fresh water springs, ample sunshine, cooling breezes, fertile land, and an incredible abundance and variety of delicious tropical fruits. It is not only a tropical paradise, but a fruitarian paradise as well.

            Balinese are warm, friendly people with a fascinating and unique Hindu culture. Their sense of spirituality permeates all aspects of life; there are actually more temples in Bali than houses! Art of all types is deeply interwoven with the fabric of their communal and spiritual life. It seems almost everyone is either a musician, dancer, weaver, sculptor, painter, or some other type of artist.

            The Raw Foods Vacation in Bali is an opportunity for raw foodists, or anyone seriously interested in a raw foods experience, to relax and enjoy a vacation in the company of like-minded people. Different from an intensive or retreat, our emphasis is on creating a safe, natural, raw environment for quality leisure time.

            There will be a small number of daily classes and discussion groups centered around raw food diet and lifestyle, yoga, a tropical fruit trek, options for many other interesting treks and tours, performances by Balinese musicians and dancers, a Wayan Kulit (shadow puppet) show, classes and options for private instruction on various aspects of Balinese culture, and best of all, plenty of unstructured free time to do as much or as little as you like.

            Puri Lumbung Cottages is located just outside the peaceful village of Munduk on the hilly slopes below Lake Tamblingan. It is a sparsely populated area of tremendous natural beauty. Puri Lumbung is a unique eco-sensitive and community-sensitive project that combines the efforts of the people of Munduk and the School of Tourism Bali. The traditional Balinese style cottages and facilities are surrounded by lush greenery and tranquil ponds, and provide western amenities without pretension.

            Munduk village is in the heart of one of the most fertile fruit growing areas on the island. The Raw Foods Vacation will take place at the height of the fruit season. One finds exquisite rambutan, salak, papaya, mangosteen and much more. Munduk is just 5 km from Bestale village, known throughout Bali for having the best durians.

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Balinese Topeng dancer

Mountains and lake near  Puri Lumbung

            Most classes, yoga and performances will take place in the Wantilan Victoria, a large traditional open-air pavilion.

Yoga for Raw Foodists:
            Yoga translates loosely to "union". It emphasizes our connection to ourselves, the natural world, and the Life-energy which binds all. This class is open to all participants and emphasizes the energetic connections between raw foods and yoga. It is one of the most powerful combinations to attain truly vibrant health on all levels. Each day will begin with a 90 minute yoga session geared toward people of all ages and levels of experience. It will include Kriyas (cleansing actions), Pranayama (breath/energy work), Asanas (poses), and meditation-concentration exercises.

Raw Foods Diet and Lifestyle:
            Classes devoted to a wide variety of topics concerning raw foods such as: Balancing The Raw Food Diet, Proper Food Combining and Sequential Eating, Long-Term Health Planning, Chewing, Digestion, Natural Beauty Care, Healing Events and Cleansing, Creating Great Raw Food Dishes, Fasting, Simplicity, Environmental and Sociological Benefits of the Raw Food Diet, and more.

Discussion Groups:
            These moderated discussion groups will likely be one of the greatest sources of learning during the vacation. In an open, easy and supportive environment, participants will be free to share their experiences, suggestions, ask and answer questions.

Balinese Culture:
Classes taught by locals will be offered in Balinese dancing, musical instrument making, wood carving, bamboo and palm leaf weaving, Balinese Hindu spirituality, and the local favorite, spinning top game. Private lessons or additional group classes can be arranged.

Private Raw Food Health Lessons:
            Optional private sessions giving in-depth info about the raw food diet and lifestyle. These lessons focus on the individual, their particular needs and issues, and assist in laying a solid foundation for a vibrant raw life.

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More Balinese fruit:  rambutan, mangos, and bananas

Treks, Walks And Tours:
            A three hour tropical fruit trek is included with the vacation package. The trek starts in Bestale, which is famous throughout Bali for its delicious durians. It continues through the heart of this fertile, fruit growing region at the height of harvest time.

            There are options for a wide variety of guided treks, walks, and tours. Many are to areas of tremendous natural beauty such as waterfalls, hot springs, lakes, volcanoes and rice paddies, and generally have ecological or cultural emphasis.A sampling includes:
 

Performances:
            Art of all types has a prominent place in Balinese life. It is an integral part of their spiritual practice and communal culture. There will be performances by local artists of gamelan music, dance, and Wayan Kulit (shadow puppet theatre).

Massage:
            Options are available for Shiatsu, Swedish massage, and traditional Balinese healing and relaxation massage.
 
 

Interior of Balinese style cottages at Puri Lumbung

All Raw Foods:
            All meals are 100% raw. This vacation is geared towards those practicing or seriously interested in the raw foods diet. Simplicity will prevail in food preparation. Most foods will be served whole, natural and unprocessed. For the benefit of the group we ask that all participants follow a 100% raw vegan diet for the full 2 weeks. It will transform your life if it hasn't already.

Costs:
            Price per person, double occupancy is $1950 ($1700 if registration form and deposit are received before July 31).

            Children under 12 are half price with accompanying adult at full rate.
A $500 single supplement will apply for singles in a double cottage.
Singles who would like a double cottage will be paired if possible.
Three family cottages for 3 to 6 people and 2 bungalows (2 single beds each) are available. Please call or for rates and details.

Price Includes:
            Three raw meals per day, accommodation for 14 days and nights (November 20 to December 4, 2000), scheduled classes and discussion groups, scheduled performances, airport transfers Denpasar-Munduk-Denpasar, and a tropical fruit trek. Additional classes, private or group lessons, massages, treks, tours, guides, automobile rental and more are available at very reasonable rates. Airfare is not included.

Plane Flights:
            Transportation to/from Denpasar, Bali should be arranged by each participant. A group flight is being arranged from New York City. Call or for details.

Space Limit and Deposit:
            Accommodation is limited to 34 persons.A $500 deposit per person is required to reserve space.

Location and Weather:
            Bali is an island approximately 140km (88 miles) by 80 km (50 miles). It is located amidst the Indonesian Archipelago 8 degrees South of the Equator. The climate is warm and tropical year-round with temperatures around 30ûC (85ûF). Munduk is situated in the hills in the north of Bali in the Singaraja region 85 km (53 miles) north of the capital Denpasar. Temperatures, particularly at night, can be cooler than at sea level.

	Rob Miller           Saxophonist, flutist, composer, writer, speaker, world traveler, avid yoga practitioner, and enthusiastic raw foodist. He studied Yogatherapy and Nature Cure with Dr. V.P. Khanna in the foothills of the Indian Himalayas, in addition to years of intense personal study, experimentation and introspection. Rob is the principal organizer of the monthly Brooklyn(New York) Raw Food Potluck Dinners and the Brooklyn Raw Food Lecture and Support Groups. He recently penned the new introduction to the 15th edition of Prof. Arnold Ehret's RATIONAL FASTING, as well as articles in raw food and vegetarian publications including Just Eat An Apple and SATYA.
	Stacie Cohen           Portland, Oregon based Gourmet Raw Food Chef, who having grown up in the restaurant business, has a life-long love for creating delicious, eye-pleasing foods.  She was in charge of food preparation at the first Spring Festival of Raw Foods in Portland, and will work with Cherie Soria at the Raw Food Masters Culinary Showcase in Jamaica. Deeply committed to true health and healing, she is a partner in "Raw Health" with Kris Pletschke, and arranges raw food gatherings, teaches raw and living food prep classes, does event catering through "Ripe and Raw" her Raw Roving Residential Restaurant, in addition to therapeutic massage & Young Living Oils aromatherapy. Visit their web site http://www.rawhealth.net "Where Health and Spiritual Consciousness Thrive!"
	Anna Fryer           (L.M.T.) is a massage therapist specializing in Shiatsu and Swedish massage. Originally from Eugene,OR and now living in Brooklyn, New York, she is also a dancer, dedicated raw foodist, organizer of Brooklyn Raw Food events, and aspiring Peace Pilgrim.