• Beach and island holidays

The fabulous side of Bali still waiting to be discovered

Bali offers untold depth for the thinking traveller. But how many of us go deeper? These six experts live on the island and reckon we could do a lot better.

• Sue Williams

• ★★★½
• Airline reviews

When ‘the flight is full’ is what you want to hear before boarding

Strong passenger numbers increases the likelihood of more flights from Australia’s newest international airport.

• Sheriden Rhodes

• ★★½
• Airline reviews

This business class has one of the worst seats – and one of the best meals

I’m channelling my inner Cher as I step aboard, turning back time to see a dated business class seating layout.

• Chris Chamberlin

• Adventure holidays

Forget Bali. Indonesia has 17,000 islands – here are 10 of the best

For decades, many Australian travellers have treated Indonesia as though it begins and ends with Bali. It’s time to move on.

• Nina Karnikowski

• Cruises

Port Guide: Jakarta, Indonesia

This full-on, throbbing city isn’t for the fainthearted, but it does hide a softer historical core and dishes up great food.

• Brian Johnston

• Travel tips

The 20 countries to put on your