The Selective Edit
Be inspired by Indonesia
Explore a hand-picked selection of our favourite journeys, articles, experiences and special places to stay in Indonesia. Not one to be read in a rush, it’s time to grab a cuppa, and see where it takes you…
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A Fresh Look at Java
Java’s sits strong at the helm of Indonesia’s diverse archipelago. This complex island, once its own kingdom, is a heady mix of shared culture, power struggles, volcanic landscapes, ancient traditions, compelling stories and incredible food. It would be easy to brush over Jakarta, Java’s major hub and Indonesia’s confident capital, as simply a jumping off point for exploring the rest of the island, and indeed the whole archipelago, but this weighty city has a huge amount of culture and history, both traditional and modern, to explore. Read on for volcanic contemplation and fried bananas; batik painting and streetside song; early-morning trains and fairy-lit evening markets…
Snorkelling in Indonesia
Pull on a pair of fins, position your mask and snorkel, and wade into the gently-lapping sea… Depending on where you stay, you can access this underwater wonderland from secluded shoreline spots, from your resort beach, on a day trip by boat, or even on a longer boat-based journey through the seas surrounding Indonesia’s incredible islands.
Taste Indonesia
Indonesian cuisine focuses on community and shared experience, serving everyone from the same dish and dining slowly, digesting the day along with each other’s stories. Food in Indonesia is both medicine and comfort, and central to every occasion from festivals and national celebrations to family gatherings.
Ancient Temples and Spiritual Sites in Indonesia
Indonesia’s islands are punctuated with peaceful temples and spiritual sites; poignant markers of the country’s religious culture and history. Walk among intricately-carved stones, witness sacred ceremonies and learn about Indonesia’s diverse beliefs.
There must have been something in the 9th century Indonesian air, when both Borobudur and Prambanan's - Java’s two colossal temple complexes - were built. They stand as enduring testaments to the island’s spiritual culture and history.
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