Bali

<p>Bali, Indonesia's 'Island of the Gods', is one of Southeast Asia's most enduringly popular destinations, blending a distinctive Hindu culture found nowhere else in the mostly-Muslim archipelago with dramatic natural scenery. Iconic sea temples like Tanah Lot and cliffside Uluwatu punctuate a coastline of world-class surf breaks, while inland, the terraced rice paddies of Tegallalang and the cultural hub of Ubud -- with its art markets, sacred monkey forest, and traditional dance performances -- reveal Bali's deeper spiritual and artistic character. An active volcano, Mount Batur, draws pre-dawn trekkers for sunrise views over the crater lake below. Between the temples, terraces, beaches, and legendary hospitality, Bali has built a well-earned reputation as one of the world's most complete island destinations.</p>