Indonesia THE DETAILS

Getting There The easiest route is a 55-minute hop from Singapore aboard the high-speed catamarans run by Bintan Resort Ferries ( brf.com.sg) to Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal on Bintan’s northern coast. In the south, the airport at Tanjung Pinang has regular domestic flights from Jakarta aboard carriers like Garuda

( garudaindonesia.com). Where to Stay Cassia Bintan 62-770/693-111; cassia.com; apartments from US$152. The Residence Bintan 62-778/6000-888; cenizaro.com; doubles from US$192. When to Go Though Bintan is a year-round destination, rough seas during the northeast monsoon from December through March restricts most ocean activities. April to November is the best time for swimming, snorkeling, and other water sports.