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Pura Ulun Danu Bratan temple, with its multi-tiered shrine, and Lake Bratan, is famed Balinese landmark.

The fabulous side of Bali still waiting to be discovered

Bali offers untold depth for the thinking traveller. But how many of us go deeper? These six experts live on the island and reckon we could do a lot better.

  • Sue Williams
Jetstar Aircraft A321LR flight from Newcastle to Bali.

When ‘the flight is full’ is what you want to hear before boarding

Strong passenger numbers increases the likelihood of more flights from Australia’s newest international airport.

  • Sheriden Rhodes
The lie-flat seat is OK on length, but not much wider than a standard economy seat.

This business class has one of the worst seats – and one of the best meals

I’m channelling my inner Cher as I step aboard, turning back time to see a dated business class seating layout.

  • Chris Chamberlin
Getting to gorgeous areas of Indonesia, such as Gili Lawa Darat in East Nusa Tenggara, is becoming easier.

Forget Bali. Indonesia has 17,000 islands – here are 10 of the best

For decades, many Australian travellers have treated Indonesia as though it begins and ends with Bali. It’s time to move on.

  • Nina Karnikowski
The calmer Bogor and its Lake Gede – about an hour from Jakarta by fast train.

Port Guide: Jakarta, Indonesia

This full-on, throbbing city isn’t for the fainthearted, but it does hide a softer historical core and dishes up great food.

  • Brian Johnston
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Poolside at Anantara Ubud.

Find the ‘real’ Bali at this tranquil, immersive retreat

​Ubud gets larger and more raucous, but the rhythm of Balinese country life continues if you look in the right place.

  • Brian Johnston
Flores, Indonesia: enchanting.

Beyond Bali’s crowds: Seven unspoilt Indonesian islands

With the archipelago’s best-known isle struggling under the weight of tourists, opt for one of these magnificent alternatives instead.

  • Lee Cobaj
Nihi Sumba in Indonesia stables native horses.

The world’s 10 best places to relax and rejuvenate in 2025

Go on an inner journey to these locations lauded for restfulness, harmony and peace.

  • Traveller Team
Australians have made more than 800,000 trips to Bali so far this year.

What you need to know about the new entry requirements for Bali

On my last visit, gaining entry to Bali required four separate steps – creating bottlenecks of confused tourists at the airport. As of Monday, things have changed.

  • Jenny Hewett