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Family adventures in Indonesia

By Melissa Matthews on Feb 10, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Asia, Family Travel, Indonesia, Regions, Speciality Travel

As a mother of three curious children myself, I know that keeping them happy and engaged is the best recipe for a successful holiday. If you are planning to escape en famille this year, a holiday to Indonesia provides the most wonderful experience for everyone; and with the best weather between April and October, it

Two treasures in Bali, Island of the Gods

By Paul Johnson on Jan 23, 2015 in Accommodation, Asia, Family Travel, Going Out, Honeymoons, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Speciality Travel

If you’re looking for somewhere to truly relax, then spare a thought for Bali and the luxurious accommodation on offer from Tjendana Villas – a collection of six unique properties, all finished to a high standard. Among the group is The Club Villas in the heart of Seminyak, combining Balinese living with modern touches, and

9 far-flung destinations for under £500 return

By Paul Johnson on Jan 08, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, China, Ghana, Going Out, Indonesia, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda

I know many of you reading like to save on your flights and splurge once you get to your destination. If you’re thinking of heading somewhere exotic this year, but would like to make the most of a great deal on flights, then take a look at KLM Royal Dutch Airline’s Pack & Go super

5 of the most fascinating historical sites in southeast Asia

By Dave Fuller on Dec 04, 2014 in Asia, Attractions, Cambodia, Going Out, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Regions, Thailand

South East Asia is an incredible region to visit at any time of year, and is known mainly for its stunning beaches, delicious cuisines and friendly local culture, but Asia also is a paradise for ancients temples and religious monuments with Buddhist, Hindu and even Christian temples still in active use to this day. A

Interview with Samantha Chalker, Editor of inBali

By Paul Johnson on Dec 02, 2014 in Asia, Central America, Food and Drink, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Interviews, Regions, Taiwan, Travel Miscellany

Samantha Chalker is a freelance travel writer and marketer. She has been travelling for the better half of a decade, in between failed attempts at office jobs and a home loan. She is often told she’s curious, and sometimes told she’s vegan – apparently it seems that’s a personality trait these days. What is it

Top 10 most romantic luxury honeymoon destinations

By Tom Barber on Nov 17, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Botswana, California, Caribbean, Europe, Greece, Guadeloupe, Honeymoons, Hotels, Indonesia, Italy, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe

Chances are that newly-weds would feel the love even if they spent their honeymoon in a caravan in a parking lot, but most tend to set their sights a little higher. Here are our top ten tips for the most romantic luxury destinations for post-wedded bliss, and without even a car park in sight. Sumba

Recipe of the week: Balinese pork ribs

By Paul Johnson on Oct 10, 2014 in Asia, Food and Drink, Indonesia, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Despite being part of the world’s most populous Muslim nation, the island of Bali is a Hindu enclave where pork is readily enjoyed. It is considered a traditional food source and is eaten in conjunction with religious ceremonies and as well as within the home on a regular basis. Balinese cooking uses lots of exotic

10 of the most enchanting private villas around Bali

By Carmen Anderson on Sep 24, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Regions, Vacation Rentals

Bali is the destination of those seeking the ultimate holiday on this island of the Gods. The island may not be very large, but the choices of places to stay in, are. There are private villas all over the island of Bali, in the more populated areas as well as lesser known ones. These private

10 of the most intimate boutique hotels in South East Asia

By Carmen Anderson on Sep 17, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, Hotels, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Regions, Thailand

There’s nothing quite like enjoying the exclusivity of being in a hotel that caters to just a select few – hotels that are small and intimate. The advantages are many – the best of them being that you are almost family during your stay. More often than not, you will find that the hotel staff

Top 10 luxury beach retreats

By Tom Marchant on Sep 12, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Honeymoons, Hotels, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Middle East, Mozambique, Oceania, Oman, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South America, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Worldwide

We all need a trip to the beach every now and then to relax with a good book and get lost in our thoughts. So we’ve compiled our favourite beach retreats from the dazzling waters of the Maldives to the mystical mountains of Oman. The chilly end to this summer may have left you yearning

4 of the best luxury retreats in Australasia and SE Asia

By Lizi Oldham on Aug 25, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Australia, Hotels, Indonesia, New Zealand, Oceania, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand

From resort spas to holistic retreats there seems to be an ever-growing number of luxury retreats around the world promising impressive results in a short amount of time. Whether you choose to be pampered and relaxed or invigorated and reconnected you can reap the many benefits of a week long stay at one of these

Top 10 places to see the stars

By Tom Marchant on Jul 31, 2014 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Bolivia, Chile, China, Europe, Indonesia, Namibia, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Sweden, USA, Utah, Western Europe, Worldwide

Minimal light pollution, meteors streaking across the sky and the glow of the Milky Way. The dark skies as nature intended are becoming rarer, but as soon as you step out of the luminous cities and into the wilderness, you won’t believe your eyes as you take in over 15,000 shimmering fireballs lighting up the

5 of the best family holiday destinations for 'reconnecting with family'

By Campbell Bevan on Jul 16, 2014 in Asia, Australia, Family Travel, Fiji, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Worldwide

Traveling with my kids allows me the privilege of reliving my childhood – i can see things from a child’s perspective – I get to play like a kid with my kids, doing the things my Dad did with me. Jumping into pools. Diving off his shoulders. Playing tennis, throwing a ball, endless battles of

12 luxury hotel openings to be excited about this year

By Daniel Moran on Jul 16, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, China, Colombia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Hotels, Illinois, Indonesia, Middle East, New York, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Russia, South America, Tanzania, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Every year sees a great many new hotels open and 2014 is no different. The major hotel brands are reacting to the market and diversifying as it is no longer enough to offer one brand and one product. Hilton, Marriott and Starwood amongst many others have different brands to suit different market needs. Whether it

6 of the best bars in Bali

By Lizi Oldham on Jul 14, 2014 in Asia, Bars, Going Out, Indonesia, Regions

Synonymous with tropical luxury, Bali is an urban travelers island dream. As a tourist mecca it seems cutting edge bars and restaurants are invading Bali’s heady streets and lining the beaches at an undeniably fast past. Visitors could literally spend weeks in Bali eating out morning, noon and night and still not touch the sides

5 of the world's best bars with a view

By Matthew Coe on Jul 07, 2014 in Asia, Bars, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, India, Indonesia, New York, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

No matter where you are in the world, there’s nothing quite like enjoying a good ol’ thirst quencher. Whether you fancy knocking back a pint of ice-cold beer or sipping on an expertly mixed martini, you won’t be able to resist our pick of the world’s best bars, all of which boast spectacular views. From

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