Sumba - The New Bali (Surfers and Divers' Paradise)
Source: http://www.audleytravel.com/us/destinations/asia/indonesia/places-to-go/sumba/pantai-nihiwatu.aspx Flipping through my Conde Nast Traveller magazine may not give me much advice for adventure or budget-friendly travel options, but it sure does oust some locations that I have never heard of before. Most recently, the island of Sumba was brought to my attention. Known as the ‘new-Bali’ (which means Bali is ‘out’, unfortunately, as a hip place to visit), Sumba is another, smaller island within Indonesia. Sumba Island is located in the eastern array of Indonesian islands, and access can come from a 55-minute charter flight from Bali. This untouched land mass is only 11,000 km 2 , with one major resort for which guests looking for an intimate, secluded adobe can languish in its luxury. Owned by one of the Tory Burch founders, Nihiwatu Beach Resort provides ultimate relaxation, privacy and breathtaking views of the natural wonders surro...