Indonesia

Vaccination tours

Travel agents offer vaccination tours to anyone willing to pay

The surprisingly affordable tours include accommodation, flights and either the J&J, Pfizer or Moderna vaccines.

UNUSUAL PLACES: The abandoned Chicken Church of Java

You won’t believe the bizarre story behind Java’s Chicken Church and what the building was actually supposed to look like.

5 Mother's Day traditions around the world

5 Mother’s Day traditions around the world

Mother’s Day traditions around the world are quite varied, with interesting origins and meanings behind the holiday in different countries.

Bawah Reserve

Beyond Bawah: the eco-resort on its own private island

At Bawah Reserve in Indonesia’s South China Sea, luxury tourism helps Indonesia communities build sustainable livelihoods.

6 of the best off the beaten track backpacking destinations

6 off the beaten track backpacking destinations

We’ve found 6 of the best off the beaten track destinations to inspire your next holiday, plus your chance to win an Osprey backpack!

5 of the best properties on Airbnb Luxe

5 of the best properties on Airbnb Luxe

Airbnb’s new luxury arm, Airbnb Luxe, has just launched with over 2,000 homes around the world. Here are our picks for 5 of the best luxury properties.

Rote Island Villas

These villas offer the perfect place to relax, surf, eat and release.

Surf your way to remote Rote Island in Indonesia

Indonesia’s Rote Island serves as a true escape from it all

First look at Ayana Komodo Resort in Flores

The first and only five-star resort on the Indonesian island of Flores has flung open its doors and is welcoming guests to the property.

Banyan Tree Bintan

Private villas, beachside pools and quality cuisine abounds at Banyan Tree Bintan, which hugs the Indonesian island’s coastline

Traditional feast at Rimba 

Experience Rimba Jimbaran Bali by Ayana’s Kampoeng Bali, a traditional Balinese village setting and cultural performance

Tropicola to open on Bali beachfront

Bali beach club, Tropicola, embraces old-school vibes and offers guests the promise of carefree beach days and the chance to recharge