a program of the stanford a lumni assoc iat ion

S T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y

Ancient Rain Forests and Diverse Wildlife

October 6 to 20, 2011

Borneo Suitcase Seminar

Since Travel/Study announced the

Borneo Suitcase Seminar in our 2011 catalog,

we have been receiving calls asking just exactly

where Borneo is. I can’t tell you how delighted I am

by these kinds of questions since it affirms that

the unique and off-the-beaten-path programs we

organize year after year resonate with you. The third-

largest island in the world, Borneo includes the tiny

nation of Brunei with the rest of the island flying the

flags of Indonesia and Malaysia. It’s an incredible

island rich in history and natural wonders, so it was

an easy decision to offer a trip during which we will

travel up the mighty Rajang River aboard the well-

appointed RV Orient Pandaw to explore hidden

villages and ancient longhouses. Don’t miss this

incredible and unique adventure!

BRE T T S. THOMPSON, ’83, D IRECTOR, STANFORD TR AVEL /STUDY

HighlightsS T R E A M down the mighty Rajang River and seek out endangered orangutans, rare tropical flowers and exotic birds.

E X P E R I E N C E a miring ceremony in a traditional longhouse and enjoy an Iban warrior dance.

T R E K through the Taman Negara National Park on a guided tour in search of the indigenous proboscis mon-key, found only on Borneo.

THURSDAY & FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6 & 7U.S. / KUCHING, SARAWAK, MALAYSIA

Fly from the U.S. to Kuching on overnight flights, crossing the international date line en route. Arrive in Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, on Friday and transfer to our hotel. This evening enjoy a festive welcome reception at our hotel. KUCHING HILTON

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8KUCHING

This morning enjoy a walking tour of Kuching and relive the history of White Rajah, the dynasty that ruled the kingdom of Sarawak from 1841 to 1946. Headed by Sir James Brooke, the White Rajah is regarded by many historians as a golden age when traditions were strong, the economy improved and violence (piracy and head-hunting) was under control. Under the Brookes, the rights and interests of indigenous people were protected and they were allowed to pursue their subsistence-based lifestyles. Tour the historic Sarawak Museum, which houses one

of the best ethnography collections in Southeast Asia. KUCHING HILTON (B,L,D)

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9KUCHING

Drive to the small Malay village of Bako and venture on a half-hour boat ride to reach the Taman Negara National. As we trek through the Park, we’ll explore flora and fauna at its best. See proboscis monkeys, found only on the island of Borneo, as well as wild boars, silver leave monkeys, macaques, monitor lizards and exotic birds. Return to Kuching in the afternoon. KUCHING HILTON

(B,L,D)

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10KUCHING / SIBU

Depart this morning for Sarawak’s Semenggok Nature Reserve. Speak with rangers who care for once-captive orangutans and enable them to stay in trees and make nests on treetops for sleeping at night. Return to Kuching and board a flight to Sibu where we embark the RV Orient Pandaw, our home for the next eight nights. Enjoy free time upon arrival in Sibu to explore the local markets and vibrantly colored temples. RV ORIENT PANDAW (B,L,D)

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11KANOWIT

Cast off at dawn and proceed up the mighty Rajang. Arrive in Kanowit and visit Fort Emma. Constructed of wood, this fort has stood for over 150 years. By long boat, explore deeper inland up the Kanowit River. Return by long boat or opt to take a jungle trek back to our vessel. RV ORIENT PANDAW (B,L,D)

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12KAPIT

This morning walk through Kapit, the last major administrative post on the Rajang River. Visit the Teresang Market, full of intriguing fresh jungle products, kuih (cakes) and a fascinating mixture of cultures. Tour the Chinese temple and Fort Sylvia. Built in 1880 by Rajah Charles Brooke in efforts to keep peace in the area, Fort Sylvia prevented the Iban from moving upriver and fighting with the Orang Ulu. After a visit to the handicraft and tattoo museum, continue to a longhouse and experience the traditional miring ceremony. Enjoy a taste of the local rice wine and witness the Iban warrior dance. RV ORIENT PANDAW (B,L,D)

Itinerary

Sarikei

Kapit

PelagusThanjungManis

Sibu

SongKanowit

Pelagus Rapids

Rajang River

BalehRiver

South

China Sea

MALAYS I ANBORNEO

Kota Kinabalu

KuchingBORNEO

I N D O N E S I A

M A L A Y S I A

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13BALEH RIVER

Today our vessel navigates through Batang Baleh, a scenic narrow tributary of the Rajang. During our journey into the deep jungle, view modern and forgotten longhouses along with amazingly constructed hillside rice fields. Visit a logging camp at the village of Nagamujong, which has a longhouse, school, clinic and church. Logging is strictly controlled by the local government, which operates a replanting program. RV ORIENT

PANDAW (B,L,D)

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14PELAGUS RAPIDS

Return down the Baleh to rejoin the Rajang and cruise towards Pelagus Rapids. This section of the river is incredibly beautiful with thousands of islands, reefs and shoals. Spend a full day at the resort in Pelagus where we have the opportunity to trek in the rainforest that surrounds the resort. RV ORIENT PANDAW (B,L,D)

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15SONG

Cruise down the Rajang River and stop to visit a rubber plantation. Continue to Song, a small river station between Kanowit and Kapit. Enjoy a boat

trip up the Katibas River and a short jungle trek for wildlife viewing. RV ORIENT PANDAW (B,L,D)

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 SARIKEI

Stop at a local pineapple plantation for a mouth-watering taste of the famous Sarikei pineapple. Continue by boat to Sarikei. Explore the village on our own, with the possibility of visiting the mosque and the market to buy some of the region’s famous pak cheng (herbal soup). RV ORIENT PANDAW

(B,L,D)

MONDAY, OCTOBER 17THANJUNG MANIS

This morning the RV Orient Pandaw enters the agriculturally rich Rajang delta area. A tour of Malay includes a visit to the famous Songkat weaving workshop, which counts the royal family and Sultan of Brunei among its customers. RV ORIENT PANDAW (B,L,D)

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18SIBU / KOTA KINABALU

Dock in Sibu and disembark the RV Orient Pandaw. Transfer to the airport and board a flight to Kota Kinabalu, where we enjoy a tour that includes the Sabah State Museum. SHANGRI LA

TANJUNG ARU RESORT (B,L,D)

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19KOTA KINABALU

Depart our hotel for a two-hour drive to Kinabalu National Park. Amid spectacular scenery, walk on guided nature trails with a naturalist and discover the Park’s numerous species of interesting flora and fauna. Meander through the Mountain Garden and see the rare collection of mountain plants and flowers. This evening at our hotel, enjoy a farewell reception and dinner. SHANGRI LA TANJUNG

ARU RESORT (B,L,D)

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20KOTA KINABALU / U.S.

Transfer to the airport where we connect to our return flights to the U.S. (B)

Sarikei

Kapit

PelagusThanjungManis

Sibu

SongKanowit

Pelagus Rapids

Rajang River

BalehRiver

South

China Sea

MALAYS I ANBORNEO

Kota Kinabalu

KuchingBORNEO

I N D O N E S I A

M A L A Y S I A

Orient enters the agriculturally

rich Rajang delta area. A tour of Malay includes a visit to the famous Songkat weaving workshop, which counts the royal family and Sultan of Brunei

/ KOTA KINABALU

Dock in Sibu and disembark the Transfer to

the airport and board a flight to Kota Kinabalu, where we enjoy a tour that includes the Sabah

LA

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20KOTA KINABALU / U.S.

Transfer to the airport where we connect to our return flights to the U.S. (B)

RV Orient PandawThe delightful RV Orient Pandaw has 28 identical, outside staterooms (each 170 square feet), finished with brass and teak, on two decks. All rooms are airconditioned with individual controls and have fitted windows with insect screens. The bathrooms, for a ship of this size, are roomy with granite basin tops and finished in rich brass and teak. Life onboard the Orient Pandaw provides passengers an authentic river cruising experience and is more like being a guest aboard a private motor yacht than a large cruise ship. Staterooms feature a writing desk, kimono, slippers and private deck space with rattan chairs and a table outside the stateroom for relaxing while enjoying views of the passing scenery. The Orient Pandaw’s executive chefs have evolved a fusion cuisine combining the best of Asian and Western traditions. Where possible, produce is obtained locally and there is a choice of local, European or vegetarian cuisine. Fine dining, excellent service and a hospitable management team come together to make the Orient Pandaw experience truly memorable and special.

Length: 180ft. | Draft: 3ft. | Beam: 34ft. | Registry: Malaysia

Deposit & Final PaymentA $1,000-per-person deposit is required to hold space for the Borneo Suitcase Seminar. A second deposit of $1,500 is due on January 24. Final payment is on due June 8.

Cancellations & RefundsDeposits and any payments are fully refundable, less a $500-per-person cancellation fee, until January 24. Between January 25 and June 8, the cancellation fee is $1,500-per-person. After June 8, refunds can be made only if the program is sold out and your place(s) can be resold, in which case a $2,500-per-person cancellation fee will apply. We recommend trip-cancellation insurance; applications will be sent to you.

InsuranceStanford Travel/Study provides all travelers who are U.S. or Canadian citizens with minimal medical, accident and evacuation coverage under our group- travel insurance policy. Our group policy is intended to provide minimal levels of protection while you are traveling on this program. We strongly recommend that you subscribe to optional baggage and trip-cancellation insurance. A brochure offering such insurance will be mailed with your confirmation about one week after we receive your deposit. The product offered in this brochure includes a special Waiver of Pre-Existing Conditions and coverage for Financial Insolvency and Terrorist Acts if you postmark your

insurance payment within 15 days of the date listed on the confirmation letter.

EligibilityWe encourage membership in the Alumni Association as the program cost for nonmembers is $200 more than the members’ price. Stanford alumni may become Annual ($75) or Life ($495) Members. Stanford parents, faculty, staff, interns, residents and fellows may become Installment Members ($90 down, $115/year for four years) or Life Members ($495). Nonalumni may become Life Affiliates (one-time fee, $650). Parents and their children under 21 may travel on one membership. For more information or to purchase a membership, visit www.stanfordalumni.org/membership or call (650) 725-0692.

ResponsibilityThe Stanford Alumni Association, Stanford University and our operators act only as agents for the passenger with respect to transportation and exercise every care possible in doing so. However, we can assume no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity in connection with the service of any automobile, motorcoach, launch or any other conveyance used in carrying out this program or for the acts or defaults of any company or person engaged in conveying the passenger or in carrying out the arrangements of the program. We cannot accept any responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or

changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, force majeure or other causes beyond our control. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger as tour rates provide arrangements only for the time stated. We reserve the right to make such alterations to this published itinerary as may be deemed necessary. The right is reserved to cancel any program prior to departure in which case the entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on our part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of the program. No refund will be made for an unused portion of any tour unless arrangements are made in sufficient time to avoid penalties. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk entirely. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time that passengers are not onboard their plane or conveyance. Neither the Alumni Association, Stanford University nor our operators accept liability for any carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket in connection with the tour. Program price is based on rates in effect in October 2010 and is subject to change without notice to reflect fluctuations in exchange rates, tariffs or fuel charges. As a condition of participation, all confirmed participants are required to sign a Release of Liability.

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Terms & Conditions

TEL (650) 725-1093 FAX (650) 725-8675 EMAIL TRAVELSTUDY@STANFORDALUMNI.ORG

California Seller of Travel Program Registration #2048 523-50

D A T E SOctober 6 to 20, 2011 (15 days)

S I Z ELimited to 50 participants

C O S T *$6,795 per person, double occupancy$7,945 per person, single occupancy*Association nonmembers add $200 per person

I N C L U D E D5 nights of deluxe hotel accommodations 8-night cruise aboard the RV Pandaw 13 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 12 dinners Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions Bottled water on excursions Gratuities to porters, guides, drivers and ship crew for all group activities All tours and shore excursions as described in the itinerary Internal flight in Borneo from Kuching to Sibu and Sibu to Kota Kinabalu Transfers and baggage handling on program arrival and departure days Minimal medical, accident and evacuation insurance Educational program with lecture series and pre-departure materials, including recommended reading list, a selected book, map and travel information Services of our professional tour manager to assist you throughout the program

N O T I N C L U D E DInternational and U.S. domestic airfare Passport fees Immunization costs Meals and beverages other than those specified as included Independent and private transfers

Trip-cancellation/interruption and baggage insurance Excess-baggage charges Personal items such as email, telephone and fax calls, laundry and gratuities for nongroup services

A I R A R R A N G E M E N T SInternational and U.S. domestic airfare is not included in the program cost. Round-trip, economy-class airfare on Singapore Airlines from San Francisco to Kuching and return from Kota Kinabalu is approximately $1,300 as of October 2010 and is subject to change without notice. Information on recommended flight itineraries will be sent by our designated agent.

W H A T T O E X P E C TWe consider this program to be moderately strenuous. Most of our touring is done by motorcoach and boat. Some excursions involved short walks or jungle treks. Travelers will have ample opportunity to take in the beautiful Malaysian scenery from the comfort of our ship and on foot. Our journey at times requires several hours of travel by motorcoach, the longest drives being up to three hours. Borneo’s tourism industry is in the development stage, thus patience with local service standards will greatly improve one’s enjoyment of the trip. We expect that participants will be a self-selecting group whose interest in the places we visit far outweighs the need for creature comforts. Medical treatment and care are not always available or up to U.S. standards. Participants must be physically fit active and in good health. We welcome travelers 15 years of age and older on this program.

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SCOTT PEARSON has been studying economic change

in developing countries for decades. Between 1968 and

2002, Professor Pearson taught economic development and

international trade at Stanford’s Food Research Institute.

He has co-authored a dozen books, won several awards

for his research and teaching, and advised governments on

food and agricultural policy. He spends four or five months

a year working abroad, mostly in Africa, Southeast Asia and

Southern Europe. Since retiring, Scott has lectured on more

than 40 Travel/Study trips. His passion focuses on gaining

a better understanding of why empires and nation states

have risen and fallen.

Professor, agricultural economics, Food Research Institute, Stanford University, 1968–2002; served five years as director

Dean’s Award for Teaching in the School of Humanities and Sciences, 1978

MA, international relations, Johns Hopkins University PhD, economics, Harvard University

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