I N D O N E S I A

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Transparent, twinkling seas ripple elegantly alongside beautiful beaches and gentle breezes carry serene scents of flowers and spices. From the emerald-green rice paddles of Bali, sculpted into heavenly hills and volcanoes mounting through the sky to the remote island of Sumba, a hidden gem untouched by the modern world and a well-kept secret amongst surfers. Indonesia is a country rich in diversity and its charms are wonderfully diverse.

Lush rainforest, terraced hillsides, jungle-cloaked temples, volcanic ranges and world-renowned diving destinations makes Indonesia, at its heart, a land of adventure. How about a trip to Komodo Island to see the prehistoric Komodo dragon hunt buffalo? Or a picturesque bike ride through Ubud's countryside, past rice paddles and temples? Or perhaps a snorkel with turtles off the idyllic Gili islands? Indonesia has all the answers to satisfy your adrenaline-junkie needs. 

If all this sounds too much, there are plentiful opportunities for a bare-foot luxury holiday. Indonesia is home to some of the world's most luxurious hotels in the Asia Pacific; from clifftop, chic villas with breathtaking ocean views to private-island hideaways in the trees.

Enquire with our travel experts today. There really is something for everyone, regardless of what you identify as the perfect escape. 

When to go?

The best time to visit Bali is during its dry season; between May to September. 

Where to stay?

Amankila, Bali

Standing sentry on a hillside overlooking the cobalt-blue Lombok Strait on Bali's east coast, this is a wonderful place to unwind. Every aspect of the resort makes the most of those views and it's easy to while away days under a pagoda at the edge of the tiered network of infinity pools, on a lounger on the private black-sand beach, or aboard a boat among colourful, tropical fish and coral.

Away from the water's edge, walkways wind through the trees to a series of suitesm designed like thatched Balinese beach huts. Each of the one-bedroom treehouses with treetop terraces feels more like a private home than a private hotel room. The two-bedroom suite has private butler service and its own pool. Dining options range from a private picnic platform in the jungle to poolside tables serving traditional cuisine.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, Bali

Inspired by a village layout, this all-villa beach retreat is arranged into seven small 'villages' each headed by a welcoming Village Chief. Amid 14 hectares of tropical gardens casading down to the ocean and three-mile Jimbaran Beach, its contemporary pool villas are modelled on a Balinese home and richly decorated with artworks, textiles and handcrafted furniture.

Dive into the bay, with exclusive water activities, ride the waves with TropicSurf, and connect to the vibrant pulse of Bali's historic fishing community. Discover the island's cultural heritage through on-site artist workshops and take a tour of the resort's historic temple and shrines with high priest Aji Ngurah. Hone expert skills with Chef Kris at Jimbaran Bay Cooking Academy, embrace the beach lifestyle and Modern Asian cuisine of chic Sundara, restore the spirit at The Healing Village Spa, or venture out for Seminyak's nightlife.

Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Bali

Surrounded by the Ayung River, verdant rice paddles and ancient temples in Ubud, this is a serene retreat for holistic getaway. One to three-bedroom villas have a garden, pool and outdoor shower, and the two suites have a patio and views of rice paddles and forest. Whether staying in a villa or suite, 24-hour butler service comes as standard.

This resort's signature bamboo restaurant has nine romantic cocoons in touching distance of the river, providing a tropical backdrop for its Mediterranean-European menu. Sawah Terrace serves more casual Asian dishes, while the pool bar entices guests with juiceology and tea mixology. The Mandalan Spa offers wellness programmes as well as a yoga pavilion, meditation temple and on-site healers.