Indonesia
Indonesia’s thousands of islands hold distinct cultures and landscapes. Our coverage centers on Bali’s villas, temples, jungles, and waterfalls, with practical motorbike advice and side trips toward Lombok.
About IndonesiaBest Time to Visit
May - Sep is dry season across much of Indonesia. Nov - Mar is wetter; conditions vary significantly between islands.
Time Zone
Multiple time zones
UTC offsets vary by region
Currency
Indonesian rupiah (IDR)
Languages
Indonesian
English proficiency varies; tourist areas usually offer the most support.
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Thailand and Bali Motorbike Rental Guide: What You Need to Know Before You Ride
Deciding if you should rent a motorbike in Southeast Asia? A scooter is an incredibly popular mode of transportation for a reason, but it's not the right choice for everyone. Read through everything important there is to know about riding around Thailand or Bali like a local.
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The Time We Got Scammed, Extorted, and Had to Flee Indonesia
When we were first starting out, we flew down to Lombok, Indonesia for a week-long project. Every day became stranger and more dangerous than the last - until finally armed men forced us to a police station, and charged us thousands of dollars. Read on for the full story.
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A Weekend in Bali: Jungles, Temples, Waterfalls, and Tropical Escapes
We fell in love with Bali years ago, and finally made it back for a packed few days through Nusa Dua, the beaches of Uluwatu, and the greenery and waterfalls of Ubud. A quick photo diary of the Island of the Gods
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7 Affordable Travel Destinations for a Luxury Vacation on a Budget
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Batam to Singapore Ferry Guide: Routes, Tickets, and Travel Tips
Discover how the Batam to Singapore ferry with Majestic Fast Ferry offers fast, comfortable, and scenic travel with online booking, terminal access, and practical travel tips for a hassle-free journey.
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Thailand and Bali Motorbike Rental Guide: What You Need to Know Before You Ride
Deciding if you should rent a motorbike in Southeast Asia? A scooter is an incredibly popular mode of transportation for a reason, but it's not the right choice for everyone. Read through everything important there is to know about riding around Thailand or Bali like a local.
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Where to Rent a Villa in Bali: 6 Best Areas for Affordable Luxury Rentals
Bali’s best neighborhoods for a villa vacation or long-term escape combine cheap luxury with character and comfort. Everything you need to know and how to choose between the six areas known for private pools, rice-field views, Balinese beauty, and effortless island living.
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Slow Travel Destinations – The 8 Best Places to Call Home Base Around the World
Thinking about leaving your life behind for a while and taking the time to slow travel? These destinations double as long-stay home bases - where visas are easy, costs are low, and meaningful connections come naturally.
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The Ultimate South East Asia Travel Guide
From Thailand to Taipei, Sri Lanka to Vietnam - where to go, where to eat, and what to avoid.
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A Weekend in Bali: Jungles, Temples, Waterfalls, and Tropical Escapes
We fell in love with Bali years ago, and finally made it back for a packed few days through Nusa Dua, the beaches of Uluwatu, and the greenery and waterfalls of Ubud. A quick photo diary of the Island of the Gods
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Films - New Campaign with World of Hyatt through some of Asia's Greatest Cities
We travelled Asia North to South in with Grand Hyatt for out newest World of Hyatt campaign, to tell the brand's stories through some of the most scenic spots in Seoul, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Bali.
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The Time We Got Scammed, Extorted, and Had to Flee Indonesia
When we were first starting out, we flew down to Lombok, Indonesia for a week-long project. Every day became stranger and more dangerous than the last - until finally armed men forced us to a police station, and charged us thousands of dollars. Read on for the full story.
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Our Second Year of Full-Time Travel - 2018 in Review
Our second year on the road took us to 19 Countries, 7 States, and over 1 Million photos shot. When we started out, we never thought we could last this long, and 2018 has been our biggest year yet! These are our stories.
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Lost in The Archives - Thailand, Lombok, and Angkor Wat Photo Diaries, 1 Year Later
Today, October 14th, marks the first anniversary of the trip that started it all - our Away Lands Inaugural journey. These are a few of the images from our fall abroad that have been lost in the archives, until now.
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Film: Away East: A Cinematic Journey Through Thailand and Bali
We are so, so excited to share this video from our trip to Thailand and Bali and the launch of AwayLands! This is our launching point, and from here, there’s nowhere to go but everywhere.