Indonesia
Opinion
Savvy traveller
My advice on drinking cheap spirits in Bali? Just don’t
Recent incidents in Laos and Fiji have stirred fears about alcohol safety in Bali, which has its own history of bar poisonings.
- by Jenny Hewett
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
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
★★★★½
Hotel reviews
Five-star Indonesian resort is a dream base for famous national park
Sea views from every room, exceptional service and the famous Komodo dragons await in this tropical paradise.
- by Sheriden Rhodes
Asia’s new $50 billion capital city is open. Shame it’s not finished
Indonesia’s new capital city promises luxury hotels, flying taxis and more … but you won’t find any of these things there yet.
- by Ryan Ver Berkmoes
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.
- by Penny Watson
Traveller Awards: 10 outstanding places to relax and rejuvenate
Some experiences require an open mind; others a deep pocket. But all of these unique experiences put relaxation and self-care front and centre.
- by Traveller team
I can’t live like this: The cruise ship that ruined life on land for me
Returning to normal life is difficult after spending a week on board one of the world’s most luxurious ships.
- by Craig Platt
The ‘other’ Bali still exists, and it’s only an hour from the airport
The holiday isle’s east coast offers a step back in time for disillusioned visitors.
- by Craig Tansley
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
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