In before the tourists
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Bali's persistent sunshine has to start somewhere. Why not ease into a day of swimming, surfing, or snorkeling with a gentle sunrise on a quiet beach? Here on Nusa Penida—an island in Indonesia's Bali province that's many times smaller than the main island—you might even get a nice swath of seashore to yourself. Plus you'll be getting a sneak preview of the sunny day to come, since Nusa Penida lies east of most of Bali's tourism hotspots.
A natural 'cathedral'
The lonely island
Little reserve, big game
Sunset-scorched shores
A mirrored massif
A mirrored mountain
Bird meets beach
Second City skyline