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Bali and Lombok: The best islands in Asia 2025 chosen!
Phuket came 8th in the Best Asian Islands of 2025, according to Conde Nast Traveller's Readers' Choice Awards.
Bali and Lombok: The best islands in Asia 2025 chosen!
Good news from Asia: Bali and Lombok are at the top of the list of the best islands for 2025. In the prestigious Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, Bali took first place with an impressive 96.86 points, while Lombok secured second place with 94.86 points. This award, published on October 7, 2025, makes travelers' hearts beat faster. Over 757,000 readers cast their votes to make this announcement possible, which celebrates the diversity and appeal of travel experiences worldwide. As Tempo reports, the best islands also include Phuket and Koh Samui, which are listed in eighth and ninth place.
Bali is not just a feast for the eyes with its beautiful beaches, lush rice fields and a rich culture. Balinese hospitality and the variety of activities, from traditional ceremonies to ancient temples, attract millions of tourists every year. Over 4.6 million foreign guests visited the island between January and August 2025 alone, and the number is expected to rise to around 7 million by the end of the year. Lombok has also made a remarkable leap, rising from 10th place last year to the current second place, thanks, among other things, to its untouched nature and an emerging tourist infrastructure.
The best islands in Asia 2025
| Place | Iceland | country | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bali | Indonesia | 96.86 |
| 2 | Lombok | Indonesia | 94.86 |
| 3 | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka | 93.57 |
| 4 | Boracay | Philippines | 92.65 |
| 5 | Koh Lanta | Thailand | 92.64 |
| 6 | Koh Chang | Thailand | 92.14 |
| 7 | Langkawi | Malaysia | 91.84 |
| 8 | Phuket | Thailand | 91.43 |
| 9 | Koh Samui | Thailand | 89.19 |
| 10 | Penang | Malaysia | 88.57 |
But the successes of Bali and Lombok are not just limited to the Conde Nast Traveler Awards. As Kompas reports, Brazil has already been named in the DestinAsian Readers' Choice Awards named Best Island in Asia. Here Bali came in first, followed by Phuket and the Maldives. This underlines Bali's undisputed pioneering role, which is reinforced by the region's natural beauty and cultural diversity. Deputy Minister of Tourism Ni Luh Puspa thanked people for choosing the island and emphasized the outstanding hospitality of the Balinese people.
Conclusion
The rise of Bali and Lombok as the top islands in Asia is not just a win for tourism, but a testament to the region's commitment to showcasing its unique offerings. This not only motivates travelers, but also shows how important culture and tradition are in tourism development. This award encourages travelers around the world to visit these paradisiacal destinations and experience the rich culture of these regions first hand. The international awards are a reason to celebrate and show how valuable these destinations are for the tourism industry. Bali and Lombok are already well-known in the travel world, and those who have not yet visited them may have the opportunity to discover the beauties of the Indonesian islands in new ways in 2025.
For more information on the best travel destinations in Asia 2025, take a look at CN Traveller.