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Whether you loved or loathed Elizabeth Gilbert’s seminal solo travel memoir Eat, Pray, Love, there’s no denying it: Bali’s artistic and spiritual center – where the author found love (and presumably ate and prayed) – remains a wonderful place for solo travelers to relax, reflect and recharge. Nestled among emerald rice fields ringed …

From navigating the crowds to being monkey-savvy, there are a few tricks to getting the best out of a trip to Bali. We’ve rounded up 16 top tips to bank for your next visit to the Island of the Gods. 1. Expect crowds One of the most touristed islands on earth, …

Fringed by white-sand beaches and coconut palms, the Gili Islands, located off the northwest coast of Lombok, are a vision of paradise. Looking for a holiday paradise? Or maybe you’re desperate to get away from the crowds? Each island has a distinct personality. Find the one that matches yours. Gili Trawangan: the …

If you only visit one museum in Ubud, make it this one. Founder Agung Rai built his fortune selling Balinese artwork to foreigners in the 1970s, and during his time as a dealer he also built one of Indonesia’s most impressive private collections of art. This cultural compound opened in …

From navigating the crowds to being monkey-savvy, there are a few tricks to getting the best out of a trip to Bali. We’ve rounded up 16 top tips to bank for your next visit to the Island of the Gods. 1. Expect crowds One of the most touristed islands on earth, …

Forget Bali and head to Raja Ampat in Indonesia where the Misool Eco Resort feels like the middle of nowhere with just 40 guests at any one time. An exclusive dive resort and conservation centre, the entire place is built from driftwood and naturally fallen wood. The overwater villas have …