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Indonesia Wants to Develop Tourism Sites Beyond Bali

More than 6 million tourists visited Bali last year, and Indonesian President Joko Widodo has an ambitious plan to boost tourism and create “10 new Balis.”

August 14, 2019 04:57 PM

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Karin Laub

Indonesia

Overview

July 21, 2025 03:51 PM

Balinesse family rowing the boat to reach Tamblingan Temple for morning worship.

Off The Tourist Trail

How to Experience Bali Without Feeling Like a Tourist

An island resident shares insider tips for avoiding Bali’s busiest spots, with recommendations for quieter villages, lesser-known temples, and local night markets.

March 12, 2026 03:14 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Hotel News + Openings

Far From Bali’s Crowds, a Remote Indonesian Island Resort Just Opened

Opened April 16, 2026, Indonesia’s 21-villa Nihi Rote has oceanfront pool villas, epic surf breaks, and a hospitality academy for local students.

April 16, 2026 11:21 AM

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Kathryn Romeyn

A ship anchored in the bay of a mountainous island in Indonesia

Cruise

This Remote Archipelago Has Become a Secret Hot Spot for Dreamy Island Cruises

It’s the perfect way to fully get off the grid.

November 8, 2024 12:21 PM

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Chris Dong

The bathtubs at Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape face the Balinese jungle.

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Luxury Resorts in Bali and the Indonesian Islands

Surf, sand, culture, and craftsmanship—these are the 15 most incredible properties in Bali and the Indonesian archipelago.

January 10, 2024 01:12 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Taba restaurant faces landmasses that make up the Indonesian archipelago.

Stay Here Next

Looking for an Alternative to Bali? Head to This New Luxury Resort on a Less-Visited Indonesian Island

Dragons. Culture. Overwater bungalows. Ta’aktana, a Luxury Collection Resort, is one of Indonesia’s most exciting new island getaways.

October 17, 2024 12:25 PM

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Chris Dong

Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape is surrounded by Bali's dense green jungle.

Hotels

These Are Bali’s Most Stunning—and Environmentally Friendly—Hotels

Three luxury resorts on the Indonesian island of Bali are getting creative with waste reduction and recycling—and are educating travelers in the process.

March 22, 2023 02:44 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, is located in Bali's jungle interior 40 minutes by care north of Ubud.

Stay Here Next

Bali Without the Crowds? This New Resort Offers a Hidden Side of the Island

This new luxury resort in Bali’s jungle-covered interior is far from the tourist throngs—and immerses guests in nature and local culture.

July 18, 2023 01:40 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Tourists travelling on scooters on a tropical island's dirt road

Sponsored by World of Hyatt

Small Ship Cruises

Exploring Indonesia’s Remote Islands on a 12-Person Luxury Sailing Yacht

Get off the beaten path and far from the summer travel crowds on “Vela,” a UNESCO-protected style of passenger vessel known as a phinisi.

June 13, 2023 08:23 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Make a Splash with Balinese Water Adventures

Packing Tips + Gear

Incredible Water Activities to Do in Bali

Hailed the world over as one of the best travel destinations, this Indonesian island offers invigorating aquatic outings for the young, the old, and everyone in between.

Sponsored by The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless™ Card from Chase

COVID + Travel

With No Tourists to Bully, Bali’s Hungry Monkeys Are Raiding Villages

Indonesian macaques are well-known for their food-aggressive behavior towards humans. But now that the tourists are gone, the problem has only worsened.

September 7, 2021 02:46 PM

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Firdia Lisnawati

Tips + News

Bali Won’t Open to International Travelers Until 2021

The reopening has been moved back from September.

August 24, 2020 03:45 PM

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Tim Chester

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