
Region
Indian Ocean & Islands
Indian Ocean & Islands
The Maldives and Bali: two very different kinds of island time. One is water and silence; the other is rice terraces, temples and long lunches.
Destinations in Indian Ocean & Islands
When to go, from India
The Maldives
November to April is the dry season with calm seas. May to October is greener and wetter, with lower rates and good diving.
Most visited: North & South Malé atolls, Baa Atoll, Outer atolls.
Bali
April to October is the dry season. July and August are busiest; May, June and September are ideal.
Most visited: Ubud, Uluwatu, Seminyak & Canggu, Nusa Penida.
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