A designer golf course, an international-class resort with a sandy beach and tropical rainforest, endless activities and holistic wellness. All these add up to a perfectly relaxing holiday.

FOR centuries, Damai, on the northwest coast of Borneo, has been a magnet for all kinds of travellers. Its history is rich with tales of wealthy merchants, romantic adventurers, explorers and pirates. Today, Damai attracts travellers of a different kind - holidaymakers looking for peace and seclusion in an idyllic setting on the shores of a tropical sea, surrounded by the rainforest-clad slopes of Mount Santubong. However, Damai - just about 40 minutes' drive from Kuching, the capital of Sarawak - offers visitors far more than peace and seclusion.

Perfect Holiday Setting

Think international-class resort, glorious sun and sea, an award-winning world-class 'living museum', an Arnold Palmer-designed golf course (the first in Malaysia), an adventure in the world's oldest tropical rainforest and a host of exciting recreational and sightseeing opportunities right at your doorstep.

It's all here at the Damai Beach Resort set on Teluk Bandung's sandy beach facing the South China Sea and nestled within the world's oldest tropical rainforest. Its outstanding architecture is one of harmonious variations modelled on a fishing-village theme.

Days are often too short to experience all the activities the resort has to offer. Tropical nights are no less intense, with enthralling cultural shows, accompanied by pulsating rhythms and theme events such as the mysterious Headhunters' Night and Hawaiian Luau. The resort is a window to many experiences - a highland retreat, beach paradise and the ultimate rainforest living experience.

Different Packages

Fancy having breakfast in the rainforest or in the mountains with a clear view of the South China Sea? Well, there's more. You can also get close to nature by cruising along the mangrove swamp and watch brilliant firefly colonies. At sea, you may spot dolphins and turtles. These are merely a fraction of what Damai Beach Resort has to offer.

With its many retreat packages and close proximity to local attractions like the famous 'living museum' of South East Asia, Sarawak Cultural Village, Bako National Park and Satang Island, one is indeed spoilt for choice of things to do and see.

For the golf enthusiast, the Damai Golf Retreat package is a must-experience. Joining forces with the Damai Golf and Country Club, the resort offers a package with unlimited golfing on an Arnold Palmer-designed course surrounded by a breathtaking view of the ocean and lush rainforest. With its Mountain 9 and Ocean 9 offering spectacular golfing contrast, its accolades of the '3rd Scenic Golf Course' in Malaysia and 'Best Golf Course in Sabah and Sarawak' (2005 - 2006), it presents the finest test for golfers.

Nature lovers will love the Damai Nature Retreat packages. From scheduled trips to the Bako National Park and Semenggoh Orang Utan Sanctuary to dolphin and turtle watch, there?s ample opportunity to make a date with Mother Nature.

Holistic Retreat

For those in search of relaxation and holistic wellness, the Damai Spa Indulgence Retreat and Damai Holistic Wellness Retreat packages are a must-try. Comprising spa treatments based on ancient secrets of the Ledang Spa, customised personal fitness activities, all natural meals and supervision of registered naturopaths, one will be on a journey towards total relaxation and rejuvenation.

Busy executives will find the Damai Executive Time-Out Retreat and Damai Ultimate Escapade Retreat packages a treat. With the range of activities such as golf, relaxing spa sessions and interesting water sports, they go a long way in renewing one's zest. The Damai Family Retreat package offers time for some serious family bonding. Share some fun time as a family with its Robinson Crusoe Island Adventure, island picnics and cultural rendezvous at the Sarawak Cultural Village. For couples, celebrate your love with romantic Precious Moments packages, designed to give you the memory of a lifetime. From its signature Damai Beach Wedding Package to the exclusive Damai Romantic Escapade package, it can be the most beautiful testimonial of love.

Colours And Flavours

There are five food and beverage outlets. The main restaurant, Cafe Satang, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets. Fishermen's Catch, a seafood haven, is the choice of many. It faces the sea and dinner is a candle-lit affair.

The Clifftop Pool Terrace offers light snacks including American-portioned sandwiches, complimented by an interesting array of tropical cocktails and a spectacular view of the sea. An alternative to a quiet, absolutely tranquil, exclusive dining surrounded by lush greenery is Trees.

Opening its doors solely for dinner and private functions, Trees presents an exclusive, comfortable and private dining experience. Santubong Bar is the place to wind down after a hectic day while the Mango Tree Terrace, an open-air bar, serves practically every beverage concoction under the sun. From Slippery Senoritas to Honey, Shaken Not Stirred, they are something to go for.

For details, contact the resort at Tel: 082-846 999, email general@damaibeachresort.com or go to http://www.damaibeachresort.com