One of the most rewarding ways to get under the skin of any destination is through its food, and holidays to Bali are no exception. Balinese food is bold, fragrant and deeply tied to the island's Hindu culture and farming traditions. Staple ingredients like lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, shrimp paste and fresh chilli form the backbone of most dishes, giving Bali cuisine a warmth and depth that's instantly recognisable. What's more, food in Bali is notably veggie-friendly compared to much of Southeast Asia, the Hindu influence means plant-based dishes are plentiful, genuinely delicious and easy to find without having to hunt...

Abu Dhabi has quietly become one of the world's best family destinations and once you've seen what it has to offer, it's not hard to understand why. Reliable sunshine, world-class attractions, immaculate beaches and a level of safety and organisation that takes the stress out of travelling with children, it's a combination that's hard to beat. Whether your kids are thrill-seekers, beach lovers or curious about the world, an Abu Dhabi family holiday has something to keep every member of the group genuinely happy. Here are ten of the best things to do with kids in Abu Dhabi.

Ask anyone who's been to Bali what stuck with them most and somewhere between the temples and the sunsets, the Bali rice fields almost always come up. There's something genuinely transportive about standing at the edge of a sculpted green valley, watching the light shift across terraces that have been farmed the same way for a thousand years. It's one of those sights that earns its place on every highlight reel and it belongs on yours too. Whether you're on a Bali holiday for a week or two, visiting at least one rice field should be non-negotiable.

Bali beaches are the stuff of genuine legend. From the volcanic black-sand shores of the east coast to the blinding white coves tucked along the Bukit Peninsula in the south, this island has a beach for every mood and every kind of traveller. A holiday to Bali means you're never far from the ocean but knowing which beaches in Bali are the best makes all the difference. Here's the best Bali beaches to explore.

There's a reason Bali keeps pulling people back. It's one of those rare places that somehow manages to be everything at once, spiritual, wildly beautiful and deeply affordable, culturally rich and effortlessly relaxing. Whether you're after sunrise volcano hikes, sacred temple ceremonies, world-class surf or simply a cocktail on a clifftop at sunset, the Island of the Gods delivers. Here are ten things to do in Bali.

Bali doesn't really have a bad time to visit, that's the island's not-so-secret charm. But if you want to nail the weather, dodge the crowds or catch a specific festival, timing your trip does make a real difference. The dry season from April to October is the most popular window for Bali holidays, with the peak crowds landing in July, August and around Christmas/New Year. The wetter months between November and March bring more rain but also fewer tourists and lower prices.