Destination guide
Bali
Your guide to where to stay, eat and the must-see highlights. Tourists flock to this Indonesian island for many reasons: the stunning green rice paddies; ancient temples; warm waters and endless beaches. Got a travel tip for Bali? Share it in the comments below.
The best times to visit
Being so close to the equator means Bali is warm year-round, but it has two distinct seasons. So when is the best time to go?
The best places to stay
Whatever your budget, Bali's best stays can offer immersion in local culture, cuisine, architecture and aesthetic.
Where to eat and drink
The multicultural traveller scene has heavily influenced its food output, and diners on the Island of the Gods can travel the world via the menu.
The must-do highlights in three days
Time-poor travellers will be surprised by just how much of Bali they can see three days.
Ten beautiful places you can escape the crowds
Bali is on track to have its busiest tourism year on record, but 70 per cent of visitors flock to the hot spots of Canggu, Seminyak, Uluwatu and Nusa Dua.
20 things that will surprise first-time visitors
Beyond Kuta there is plenty that will surprise, and delight.
Six of the best adults-only resorts
Hear that? It’s the sound of sweet, unadulterated silence... Bali is especially good value for families-at-full-decibel, but it offers exclusivity for adults, too.
Bali’s top wellness retreats
After the pandemic Bali has become entrenched as a destination focused on the importance of self-care.
Six underrated attractions most visitors miss
From island-hopping and manta spotting to getting muddy in a rice paddy, here are six Bali experiences that fly under the radar.
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Tips for staying safe in Bali
On the Island of the Gods, these simple steps will give you the best chance of returning home unscathed.
An expert expat’s tips for Canggu
A local iconic attraction actually worth visiting, a rainforest eco lodge, Indonesia’s first natural wine bar, and more.
Don’t be a bogan: 11 ways to be a better tourist in Bali
As the holiday island shifts away from its reputation as a cheap backpacker haven, here are some ways you can do good while having a good time.
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Ten things we will never understand about Bali
It’s one of our most popular destinations, but there are still things about Bali that make us wonder if we really get what it’s all about.
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Denpasar: The town every Australian knows, but few ever actually visit
No one would ever mistake Bali’s capital for a pretty town, but it offers its own unexpected charms.
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.
‘The next Ubud’ in Bali is, thankfully, nothing like the actual Ubud
Sidemen on the east coast of the island offers a quieter, more immersive Bali for those who relish a slower mode of travel.
No crowds or chaos: These three Bali escapes are a step back in time
Overdevelopment is rife on the south-west coast, but these satellite island stays offer a step back to more mellow times.