When, after an air-conditioned pick up in Ubud, you’re greeted with open arms by a hostess the second you arrive in Canggu, before being offered a cold flannel and a freshly squeezed juice, you know you’re in for a good week. So began my time at Bali’s Bliss Sanctuary for Women in Bali. Lucy Pearson…
Indonesia
Indonesia is a country of wonderful contrasts.
From the chaotic capital, Jakarta to the most popular destinations in Indonesia like Bali, there is something to suit most travelers' tastes.
Indonesia is a destination that caters to backpackers and budget travel, family travel, wellness travel, or luxury travel.
Rent a beautiful Canggu villa or book a 5-star hotel in Bali, or travel deeper into lesser-known destinations like Maluku, Sulawesi, and Komodo National Park.
Our Indonesia travel guides include:
- Tips on what to pack for a trip to Bali
- Where to Stay in Indonesia
- The best hotels in Bali and beyond
- Indonesia travel photography to inspire you to travel further than the most popular tourist destinations in the country.
We have a selection of comprehensive travel guides for Bali:
How to Plan the Perfect Family Trip to Bali
Where to Find the Best Coffee in Bali
A Local's Guide for Things to Do in Canggu
14 Incredible Things to Do in Ubud Bali
Language
Bahasa is Indonesia's official language. However, you will find that in most popular destinations, people will speak English.
Currency
The Indonesia Rupiah is the currency of Indonesia
Flights to Indonesia
Accommodation in Indonesia
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Fivelements: A Luxury Boutique Ubud Retreat
We live in a time when tourism is rife, travellers are rampant and thanks to the many social media channels available at the touch of a button, few places stay untouched for long. With Instagram at its peak popularity, the second a so-called Influencer posts an image of a tropical paradise, people flock there in…
Jungle Retreat Hotel at Kupu Kupu Barong, Bali
Set amidst tropical greenery and palm trees just a short drive from the centre of Ubud, Kupu Kupu Barong offers a quintessentially Balinese experience. The 5-star property nestled in the heart of the Indonesian jungle is ideal for guests hoping to be close to Bali’s cultural hub without being in the busy thick of it. It’s the…
A Luxury Detox Retreat at Blue Karma Resort, Bali
As someone with a fairly sizeable appetite, and the kinda girl who orders a smoothie, a latte, and an extra side of avocado on top of an already generous brunch, the whole ‘detox’ thing has never really been well, my thing. My mind is almost always on when and from where my next meal is coming,…
The Amala, Seminyak, Bali
Tucked down a tree-lined avenue, away from the hustle and bustle of Bali’s shopping streets and swanky bars, those looking for a refined stay will love The Amala Seminyak, Bali. Perfectly fusing east with west, combining Balinese tradition with modern living and providing visitors with a heady oasis in which to retreat, The Amala offers the…
20 Photos of Indonesia to Inspire You to Travel Beyond Bali
Like many, my first travel experiences in Indonesia were based in Bali. While I still visit Bali often and even got married on the island, I have been fortunate to have travelled well beyond Bali, discovering that Indonesia has so much more to offer visitors than the one, very busy destination. I hope this Indonesia photo gallery…
Life-Changing Travel Experiences Across Asia
As I’ve adapted travel as a lifestyle, it’s also become a very important part of my yoga practice. In the same way that asana (postures), pranayama (breathing) and meditation have led to self-discovery and internal awareness, these natural wonders have offered me a profound feeling of connection with the world. Mary Tilson In Matthew Remski’s…
The Samata Sanur, Bali
The Samata Sanur is an ideal destination to retreat for a complete wellness experience. Nestled within long stretches of rice fields, the resort has managed to escape the background noise of motorbike traffic and busy streets, which tend to fill the more touristy areas of Bali. Although the Samata Bali is located slightly inland from…
Weekend Wellness at Desa Seni Village Resort, Bali
The moment you step onto the property at Desa Seni village resort, preferably barefoot, a feeling of relaxation begins to set in. This conscious community brought back fond memories of my time teaching at Hariharalaya Retreat Center in Cambodia where Integral Yoga is taught as a science of living, encompassing everything from your own self-care to the way you interact with the world. Mary Tilson Desa…
Sailing Komodo: Exploring Indonesia’s Incredible Komodo National Park
Sailing Komodo by traditional phinisi sailing ship was something I had never planned on doing in my life as a traveller. But, as often happens with these unplanned travel adventures, our time on a cruise around Komodo National Park turned out to be the most memorable times I have spent travelling around Indonesia. Skye Gilkeson…
Why Flores and Komodo Should be on Your Indonesia Bucket List
I had pored over photos of Komodo National Park long before I was invited to see it in person. So when I received an invitation from the Indonesian Ministry for Tourism to explore Flores along with Jakarta, Bali and Bintan Island, I grabbed the opportunity with both hands. Since returning from the whirlwind trip around Wonderful Indonesia,…
A Photo Journal from Bintan Island, Indonesia
A fast ferry ride from Singapore, Bintan Island in Indonesia is a popular getaway destination for resort-style holidays where visitors can sit poolside at a Bintan Island resort, sipping on cocktails, cool off with water sports and sleep the afternoon away under the shade of a palm tree. While we got a taste of that typical itinerary, we…