I was filling up my phone with pictures of the incredible mountain ranges just outside my window as we flew in to land in Palu, Central Sulawesi. They felt almost within reach. Like much of Sulawesi, these peaks are only one part of a diverse natural landscape that awaits visitors to the province. Coral reefs, rainforest, waterfalls and deep inland lakes…
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 travellers' tastes.
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Rent a beautiful Canggu villa or book a 5 star hotel in Bali, or travel deeper into the lesser known destinations like Maluku, Sulawesi and Komodo National Park.
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Language
Bahasa is Indonesia's official language. However, you will find that in most popular destinations, people will speak English.
Currency
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A Day of Eco Adventure in North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Our boat skimmed the surface of the water rhythmically, helping us slowly settle from running the cobalt boards from one vantage point to the next. Multiple cameras at the ready, our group of travel writers was universally captivated by the breathtaking blues that enveloped us. We were on our way from Manado to Bunaken National Park…
Beating the Crowds to Beautiful Sulawesi, Indonesia
I love Bali. I love it so much I got married on a cliff in Uluwatu, a couple of years ago. But joining more than four million other tourists touching down in Bali each year means walking the streets of Seminyak, with its trendy cafes and hipster crowds feels a little like being back in Bondi. So,…
A Pocket Travel Guide to Maluku, Indonesia
Memories of other magical tropical destinations came flooding back to me while exploring Maluku, Indonesia. From those bewitching blues of the Gili Islands and the Maldives, to Langkawi‘s palm-lined beaches where the jungle meets the sand. Add to that the islands’ rich and fascinating history and friendly local characters and Maluku may just be Indonesia’s best kept secret. …
A Pocket Travel Guide to Sulawesi, Indonesia
The island of Sulawesi in Indonesia was an intriguing mystery to me before I touched down to explore it in person. Sulawesi’s history reads like the pages of a dramatic novel; coloured by tales of pirates, Spice Wars, colonial clashes and civil struggles. Today, it is an exciting frontier of a different kind. With so…
Snorkelling in the Gili Islands, Indonesia
If you were stuck on a desert island, what would you want to take with you? Well, you’re in luck, a trio of desert islands in northern Indonesia called the Gili Islands already have everything you’re looking for. You just have to jump on a boat and get there. When you arrive, make sure a…
A Scenic Ubud Bike Tour through Rice Fields and Villages
Most people who are drawn to the calm of Ubud are in search of raw, organic food and an inviting yoga studio. We did that during our trip too. But when we read about an adventure through the hills on an Ubud bike tour, we couldn’t resist the chance to jump in the saddle. Skye Gilkeson…
A First Timer’s Travel Guide to Bali, Indonesia
As I sit in a Bali cafe, writing as the rain comes down, I can see a couple of Aussie women to my right. One has her holiday reading at the ready; it’s a book titled “Bali: Heaven and Hell”. Now, I don’t know what the book is even about, but it’s a pretty good…
