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Nusantara.

Asia’s new $50 billion capital city is open. Shame it’s not finished

Indonesia’s new capital city promises luxury hotels, flying taxis and more … but you won’t find any of these things there yet.

  • by Ryan Ver Berkmoes
The carriage caters to a maximum of eight people occupying four couches in an open compartment.

On board Indonesia’s most indulgent luxury train journey

Train travel is an excellent option for travelling around Java, but it’s only the fortunate few who will enjoy this five-star experience.

  • by Penny Watson
Forestis is located on Plose mountain in the Dolomites, 1800 metres above sea level.

Traveller Awards: 10 outstanding places to relax and rejuvenate

Some experiences require an open mind; others a deep pocket. But all of these unique experiences put relaxation and self-care front and centre.

  • by Traveller team
The ship’s pool deck.

I can’t live like this: The cruise ship that ruined life on land for me

Returning to normal life is difficult after spending a week on board one of the world’s most luxurious ships.

  • by Craig Platt
Balinese women in traditional dress, rice paddies … the real Bali.

The ‘other’ Bali still exists, and it’s only an hour from the airport

The holiday isle’s east coast offers a step back in time for disillusioned visitors.

  • by Craig Tansley
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Koji pudding at Lovacore NXT, Ubud.

The 20 bucket-list restaurants you must try in Bali

Who needs a Michelin guide? There are plenty of star-worthy places in Bali that don’t need approval from France.

  • by Penny Watson
Curvy creation … Tree House, a  whimsically turreted castle of bamboo sitting high in the branches.

This wondrous Bali resort is a work of art

There are few resorts in Bali that manage to be both luxurious and authentically sustainable, but this one does.

  • by Penny Watson
Jeddah’s historic old town, Al Balad.

Five of the most awe-inspiring tours on Earth right now

Leave the logistics to the experts on these escorted adventures in exotic locations.

  • by Belinda Jackson
Sabah is full of wild adventure opportunities Bali was famous for two decades ago.

Give Bali a break: Nine amazing places you should visit instead

There are plenty of beach getaways that offer far more than the island we have all loved too much.

  • by Craig Tansley
The arrivals hall at Bali’s airport.
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You’ll need a holiday after tackling Bali’s nightmare airport queues

Planeloads of people all ahead of you in lines, wandering bewildered or hopping from queue to shuffling queue, questioning “Am I in the right line?” Who knows?

  • by John Borthwick