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Canggu Bali
It’s very tempting to simply spend all day around the pool.

Bargain resort has everything you need in a Bali break

The decor might be a bit dated, but there are multiple pools, great food and it’s only $162 a night.

  • John Borthwick
Chocolate and teal seats: 1980s vibe.

Alternative route to Japan offers great food and service – plus it’s cheaper

The economy seats might give off ’80s vibes, but the food, service and extraordinary baggage allowance make up for it.

  • Belinda Jackson
Brooding Mount Bromo is an active volcano in East Java.

It may depart from Bali, but this holiday takes in some of Asia’s wildest wonders

Climbing a volcano, swimming with whale sharks and trekking with Komodo dragons – all while enjoying luxurious comfort.

  • Jane Richards
A different view … rice terraces in Tabanan.

I’ve always said ‘I hate Bali’. It’s time for a rethink

I’ve fallen into the trap of viewing the island negatively because my past couple of times there were less than wonderful. Perhaps I’m just not doing it right.

  • Lee Tulloch
Travellers are keen to invest in rest – inside a suite at Mana Sanctuary Bali.

A world away from Kuta: New Bali resort’s big selling point? Sleep

This Indonesian resort promises the one essential thing we all need but increasingly can’t get at home.

  • Julietta Jameson
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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