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Lombok Travel Reviews
A short distance of 20-minute flight to the east has safely departed you off Bali to Lombok. The second island, which often receives acclaims as Indonesia's best kept secret, derives the exotic name from Javanese translation of "Chili". Interestingly, Lombok surely rises up the heat when it comes to the indulging notion of traveling pleasure. The island's intact, pristine natural treasure underlines the reasons why avid voyagers would find themselves in jolly amazement on beholding the beauty of this "virgin Bali." Less pestering hawkers, domineering towers, and dirty beaches, Lombok is irresistibly charming with more unpretentious locals, understated luxury, and unspoiled landscapes.
Lombok's wonderful tropical climates flourish abundant harvest of agricultural prosperity. The natives, as a result, enjoy much wealth over food possession and natural pamper on everyday life. It is therefore tourists, mostly backpackers, have become easily accustomed to the scrumptious offerings by the locals whenever they step into the indigenous' modest residences. Since refusals here mostly convey impolite gesture toward the down-to-earth residents, two must-do replies are accepting and returning their sincere smiles with "terimakasih," which simply means "thank you" in Bahasa Indonesia. Furthermore, these people would not tag you along and entreat tips or some moneys for certain favors; what they do is adjusted by their hearts. This is a unique quality which some other beautiful islands have lost their touch.
Unveiled luxury happens to cherish well some shrewd voyagers who have sought Lombok as their splendid leisure spot. You may opt for either Senggigi district, the most developed focal point of tourism highlights, or Gili Islands, the three enchanting mini-islands where a few available parties cater more than just the average all-night-long happy hours. Senggigi, reachable by a short ride with bemo or taxi, is a beachfront idyll that incorporates both irreplaceable cultural heritage and shopping pleasure. Batu Bolong, or familiarly well-known as Brahma's empty throne, has been the most popular site. It is a Hindu temple showcasing impressive sunset view at the stony tip, of which, according to the myth, the chiseled
rocks have served as the seating of Brahma's, the god of creation. Alongside the renowned Senggigi Beach, there lie myriads of seaside hotels ranging from the simple backpacker stay to opulent five stars. Names such Senggigi Beach Hotel, Holiday Resort Lombok, Sheraton Senggigi, and many more can be instantly and easily booked through our brisk service. Beneath these hotels, there are interspersed home industries which sell valuable handicrafts like intricate, Lombok signature weaving. The handmade quality surpasses the budget price, meaning that there would be less sinful guilt yet more items to bring back home.
Three Gili Islands, which are Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air, are the hidden heaven-on-earths you must savor once in a lifetime. 45-minute cruise with the local ferry dashes you away from Lombok to your chosen Gili Island. Coming here, there is one existing golden rule that upholds any of these islands as an ideal getaway is the non-existence of engine vehicles. No traffic, no blaring motor bike, and no loitering taxi honking their horn on your hotel doorstep. The only ride here is cidomo, a horse-drawn open carriage to crisscross in the small number of population. Nonetheless, if floating in rich underwater and holding on to huge tame tortoises resemble your dreamy wishes, Gili Islands will not by any chance let you be disappointed. Play under the sun all day long but return to zealous bars during late nights for "lost paradise" parties are the only booked schedules for your stay in the assuaging isle. Commendable accommodations such Villa Ombak and Villa Almarik, whose owner is an original Italian, may be reserved through our faithful service.
The last venture perfecting Lombok as breathtakingly as possible is Rinjani Mountain. Being the runner-up of the highest mountains in Indonesia dares several fearless risk-takers to take up on the vertical challenge. While the professionals may make it through to the peak in three days and two nights, amateurs could always join the audacious trekking in four days trip. In fact, contacting us to inquire more about the available routes and the service of expedition agents would be the best start to make up this thrilling adventure for real. We ensure simply non-stop euphoria and guaranteed safety during the journey. Appearing as the ending of the dauntless climb later is the absolute pride over standing on top of the world witnessing in the closest distance a humongous caldera with a crater lake, Segara Anak, inside the sterile volcanic zone. All of the hard-work endured is suddenly paid off in an instant; the God's astonishing natural carvings are imbued with the ultimate pleasure of "no pain, no gain" principle. Exceeding adrenaline purifies you as a more resilient person who has conquered this Mother Nature's magnificence. At the same time, the mind-blowing landscape reminds you once again that Lombok is the truly "virgin Bali." Untouched, unforgettable, and unparalleled are what the unsurpassed indulgences in Lombok feel like.
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