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Penny Watson is travel writer currently in Bali.

Ten beautiful parts of Bali you won’t find crowds (or bogans)

Ten beautiful parts of Bali you won’t find crowds (or bogans)

Bali is on track to have its busiest tourism year on record, but 70 per cent of visitors flock to the hot spots of Canggu, Seminyak, Uluwatu and Nusa Dua.

  • by Penny Watson
A rarity in Tokyo, this new hotel is one of the city’s best
★★★★½
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A rarity in Tokyo, this new hotel is one of the city’s best

Trunk (Hotel) Yoyogi Park encourages guests to explore one of the city’s biggest natural spaces.

  • by Penny Watson
Bali all-villa stay on par with the best

Bali all-villa stay on par with the best

This revived Bali property comes with fresh interior design and finessed service, which is a match for Bali’s other top luxury all-villa stays.

  • by Penny Watson
Ship review: If space is a priority, then this Mekong cruise is for you
★★★★½
Ship reviews

Ship review: If space is a priority, then this Mekong cruise is for you

The new, spacious Serenity should be the cruiser of choice for anyone planning a trip down the Mekong.

  • by Penny Watson
On board Indonesia’s most indulgent luxury train journey

On board Indonesia’s most indulgent luxury train journey

Train travel is an excellent option for travelling around Java, but it’s only the fortunate few who will enjoy this five-star experience.

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The 20 bucket-list restaurants you must try in Bali

The 20 bucket-list restaurants you must try in Bali

Who needs a Michelin guide? There are plenty of star-worthy places in Bali that don’t need approval from France.

  • by Penny Watson
South-East Asia’s version of the Orient Express is back, better than ever

South-East Asia’s version of the Orient Express is back, better than ever

It might not enjoy the same history as the original Orient Express, but the five-star service and opulent decor have the same appeal.

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This wondrous Bali resort is a work of art

This wondrous Bali resort is a work of art

There are few resorts in Bali that manage to be both luxurious and authentically sustainable, but this one does.

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Historic former bank exudes homey opulence as luxury hotel

Historic former bank exudes homey opulence as luxury hotel

Banks once advertised their wealth by way of grandiose architecture and opulent interiors. And boy, does this Edinburgh property make for a jaw-dropping canvas.

  • by Penny Watson
A serene journey down the Mekong on a new luxury ship

A serene journey down the Mekong on a new luxury ship

A voyage aboard a floating castle, of sorts, from Vietnam to Cambodia can’t help but remind Australians of the classic film The Castle.

  • by Penny Watson

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