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Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan is frequently ranked among the world ’ s finest properties — especially by honeymooners and luxury seekers . From the iconic suspension footbridge entrance to opulent teakwood villas with private pools , the design is truly impressive — but it ’ s not just the aesthetics that make this place distinct . The resort also strives to take an environmentally friendly approach , managing conservation projects and food waste donation programs as well as purifying its own water on site and eliminating single-use plastics . The on-site herb and vegetable gardens are irrigated by harvested rainwater while
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan is offering a chance to experience a day in the life of a Balinese farmer
SUSTAINABILITY AND STYLE IN BALI
Green living and immersive cultural experiences are at the core of the luxurious , eco-friendly Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
other ingredients are sourced from local micro-farmers and used cooking oil is recycled into biodiesel .
Culture immersion is high up on the resort ’ s priority list , too . Guests can arrive by one of the world ’ s only river-raft transfers , enjoy entertainment by local Balinese performers or indulge in ancient healing traditions performed by a former Buddhist nun . When it comes to local cuisine , the seven-course chef ’ s table dinner is just one way to experience Balinese dishes — there ’ s also the option to join the chef for a local market tour and cooking class or experience a day in the life of a Balinese rice farmer to learn traditional harvesting techniques .
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High-speed train between L . A . and Las Vegas Construction has begun on America ’ s first high-speed train between Southern California and Las Vegas . Reaching speeds more than 186 mph , the train has the potential to cut travel time between the two areas in half . Completion is targeted just in time for the 2028 Summer Olympics . images : Ken Seet ; getty
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