And that’s especially true in Indonesia.

The journey has been long, but the results grand.

They dont offer swimming with horses like Nihi Sumba, and they dont do floating breakfasts.

The pool and exterior of Cap Karoso on Indonesia’s Sumba Island

Credit:ALEX GRABCHILEV/Courtesy of Cap Karoso

Sumba is twice the size ofBali which is reachable via a 1.5-hour flight but it has one-fifth its population.

And beyond these walls are pages worth of excursions and experiences to try.

Those making the long trek to Sumba should get out and explore the unexplored.

Exterior of a Villa at Cap Karoso on Indonesia’s Sumba Island

ALEX GRABCHILEV/Courtesy of Cap Karoso

Every detail matters to the Ivaras.

Indo favorites like fried rice and fried noodles are also available morning until night.

Past the football fieldsized infinity pool is restaurant Julang.

A villa living room at Cap Karoso on Indonesia’s Sumba Island

ALEX GRABCHILEV/Courtesy of Cap Karoso

And if thats not a perfect hospitality experience, I dont know what is.

The beach club at Cap Karoso on Indonesia’s Sumba Island

ALEX GRABCHILEV/Courtesy of Cap Karoso

A bathroom in a Beachfront Suites at Cap Karoso on Indonesia’s Sumba Island

ALEX GRABCHILEV/Courtesy of Cap Karoso

A bedroom in a Terrace Studios at Cap Karoso on Indonesia’s Sumba Island

ERIC MARTIN/Courtesy of Cap Karoso