Aussie tourist hotspot Bali has been hit with an outbreak of a dangerous, mosquito-borne brain disease called Japanese encephalitis. Local health authorities have warned Australian tourists to be careful with their travel plans as more cases of the disease are reported. Here's what you need to know if you're in Bali, know people who are or are planning a trip.
On Friday, the Indonesian island of Sulawesi was hit by an earthquake of 7.5-magnitude, followed by a 6m tsunami. More than 1200 deaths have been confirmed, and the city of Palu needs help.
What's better than doing the whole tourist thing? Travelling like you know the place. Here's our pick of the top quirky destinations and travel hacks to have you exploring Indonesia like you've been there a thousand times -- even if it's your first time.
