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Traveling Around Lombok Posted by sasha on Dec 6, 2017
While Bali gets all the attention when it comes to tourism in Indonesia, its neighbor to the east has a lot to offer as well. Lombok is a fascinating island with so much to see and do. From trekking the 2nd highest volcano in the country, to diving off of idyllic tiny islands, to riding…
Beach Hopping in Lombok Posted by sasha on Nov 30, 2017
There are two Kutas in Indonesia, and they are not at all alike. While Kuta, Bali is incredibly touristy and crowded, Kuta, Lombok is exactly the opposite. Spend a few days here cruising around to the stunning beaches, surfing, hiking, or just relaxing. Let’s see what it’s like beach hopping in Lombok. Check it out…
Exploring Ende Posted by sasha on Jun 22, 2016
After hiking up for sunrise at Mt. Kelimutu, the next stop of our trans-Flores journey was Ende. Capital of the Ende regency, this town is different from much of Flores in that it’s home to a substantial Muslim population; most of the island’s inhabitants are Catholic. It’s not exactly the most scenic place – it’s…
Streets, Beats and Eats – Gili Air Posted by sasha on Mar 3, 2016
Explore the tiny island of Gili Air – take a horse-drawn carriage ride, go scuba diving, watch the sunset with a fresh juice, hit a psy-trance bar, and enjoy a fresh grilled fish.
A Video Tour of Gili Air Posted by sasha on Feb 22, 2016
Explore beautiful Gili Air in this short video. Go diving, relax on the beach, walk through the village, enjoy a sunset, and check out some of the nightlife.
Gili Air Posted by sasha on Feb 18, 2016
This is our final post in our Gili Islands series. We’ve already looked at the “party island” Gili Trawangan and the “honeymoon island” Gili Meno. The last stop on our journey is Gili Air, the closest of the three to the main island of Lombok. If you’re visiting all three Gili Islands from Bali on…