After two years, the Southeast Asian island nation has finally completely opened its borders again. After a successful test phase in March of this year, it is now possible for travelers to enter Indonesia without quarantine. A valid proof of vaccination and a negative PCR test upon arrival are sufficient to enter. Indonesian resorts can thus open their doors again for the first time after a two-year break. While they are happy to finally be able to welcome visitors again, large tourist flows are not yet expected this season. So if you have always dreamed of the Southeast Asian islands, you should seize the opportunity and plan a trip to Indonesia this year to experience the country in peaceful tranquility.

Indonesia is the perfect place to practice yoga and meditate. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

Back to Bali

For years, the paradisiacal island has been an absolute highlight that knows how to convince with its diversity: dreamy nature, exciting cultural heritage and exhilarating nightlife ensure that you never get bored in Bali. Those who are emotionally burnt out after two years of the pandemic will find inner peace again on the island of the gods and come back to their center. The two Aman resorts in Bali are intimate retreats with the charm of gracious private homes, where you will receive a warm and loving welcome. The hotel chain specializes in offering a holistic experience that is beneficial for the mind, body and soul.

Bright blue waters of the Lombok Strait, the strait between Bali and Lombok in Indonesia. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

Amankila

On the coast along the Lombok Strait, this stunning resort sits on a verdant hillside at the foot of the sacred Agung volcano. The suites offer indescribable views and are connected by waxflower-strewn walkways. The heart of the resort awaits visitors with a three-story infinity pool and beach club with access to the property's private beach.

A resort on stilts: the Amankila is nestled into a verdant mountainside, offering ultimate peace and relaxation. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

Located on the east coast of the island, from here you can experience the unspoiled nature up close and explore the "old" Bali. The hotel's kitchen specializes in the best of the sea and offers its guests only the highest quality dishes from Indonesia. Cooking classes, private candlelight dinners, and barbecues on the beach are also available to perfectly round off the culinary experience.

Dreamy togetherness: whether by the private pool or at a candlelight dinner on the beach, romance is the top priority here. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

The spa specializes in holistic therapies and works with only the best healing practitioners. Its specialty is Cinta Therapy, where both body and mind are completely cleansed and soothed. A range of yoga classes are also offered and are tailored to beginners as well as advanced yogis.

Yoga on the beach, with the sound of the sea in the background. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

The suites are built like small private houses in a village and offer absolute privacy. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

The seasonal dishes of Western Balinese cuisine can be enjoyed here in the open air overlooking the Ayung River Valley or in the comfort of your own suite. The bar near the pool serves refreshing drinks and sweet treats in the afternoon.

Whether in the bedroom or at a private cooking class, the Amandari Hotel knows how to impress with the treasures of nature. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

The resort's fitness offerings are also impressive: Ashtanga as well as Hatha yoga classes, a fully equipped gym, and a tennis court with private trainers are available on a daily basis. The 28-meter swimming pool overlooking the valley motivates guests to swim extensive lengths. For relaxation, the spa offers personalized massages, beauty treatments, saunas and steam rooms.

Pure relaxation: here you can unwind and forget the outside world. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

Peace of mind in Jawa Tengah, Indonesia

While Bali is no longer an insider's tip, the province of Jawa Tengah may not yet be a household name to some. All the more reason to explore the beautiful region with its world-class monuments like the Prambanan and Borobudur temples.

Borobudur, a historic temple dating back to the 9th century, is the largest Buddhist temple in the world. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

Amanjiwo

It is not without reason that this resort is called "peaceful soul": Due to its quiet location in the cultural heart of Central Java, the Amanjiwo is the ideal retreat to experience the historic area.

As majestic as a holy temple: the Amanjiwo Resort in Jawa Tengah. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

The stunning hotel was built entirely of local limestone. The 36 suites are arranged around the main building in a semicircle, shining in warm tones with fine wood. Most of them have a private terrace with a private pool to enjoy an undisturbed swim and listen to the silence.

The suites at the luxurious Amanjiwo resemble a palace flooded with light. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.

In the restaurant, on the terrace and in the pool club, you will be served regional delicacies from morning to night. You'll also be pampered extensively at the spa, where you can enjoy the traditional Indonesian treatments Mandi Lulur (the classic ritual for preparing Javanese brides) and Lulur Hitam (the masculine version). Yoga and meditation can also be practiced both in peaceful indoor spaces and outdoors.

Even the restaurant's dining room inspires with opulent design. © Aman Group S.a.r.l.