Indonesia

Large, diverse, and enchanting, hidden gems abound in Indonesia, and many are overlooked in favor of the usual Ubud, Lombok, and Komodo.

Indonesia hosts all manner of tropical creatures beneath its waves, including every member of the aquatic Big Five: the whale shark, manta ray, mola mola, hammerhead shark, and the tiny pygmy seahorse.

Beach, island, camping – there are so many choices for Indonesian holidays; so, why not all three? For those who’d rather not sacrifice resort-style service for a shot at calm and quiet, there is glamping.

Venture into beautiful Indonesia to discover its very heart and soul. A country of long and fascinating history, diverse cultures and rich traditions, Indonesia’s visual arts play an integral role in day-to-day life and special occasions.

Bali has over 3,000 hotels scattered all over the compact but diverse island of over 6 million people. There are many different regions of Bali, and figuring out which areas and hotels to choose is confusing at best. Here’s our guide.

Melo Village is an interesting destination in Flores, Indonesia that hosts an authentic Caci festival.

Torajaland is a place unlike any other, both for its unique culture and stunning landscapes.

It is the most vital monument in all of Indonesia and the largest Buddhist temple anywhere on the planet; a private breakfast with an unobstructed view of this wonder is an opportunity not to be missed.

Labuan Bajo and the Komodo area of Indonesia is a micro-version of a trip to Jurassic Park. Getting a huge dragon to come onto the beach for a photographical essay was a major, integral part of my adventure.