UNDER THE BANYAN TREE Jan-Jun 2016 | Page 6

TA P E S T RY Cultural and sporting events abound this issue, whether you want to learn magic — or listen to music MAKE Created using dye and hot wax as a resist, these intricate handiworks are made into decorative items such as bags, scarves and — most commonly — clothing. The most traditional type of batik, called batik tulis, is hand-drawn and as such indicates the wearer’s social status. PAT T E R N S OF HERITAGE CRASH MY PLAYA JANUARY 22–26 PUERTO DEL CARMEN, MEXICO This four-day beachside musical extravaganza is hosted by country superstar Luke Bryan who will be joined by country music luminaries Dierks Bentley and Cole Swindell along with a multitude of other stars. While the nights are made for music, there are plenty of activities in the daytime to keep adrenalin high, from lazing on a luxury catamaran to discovering the temple of