Have you ever wanted to go to Lombok? Lombok is a beautiful area located West of Indonesia. If you are knowledgeable about Indonesia, then you should know that it is very near Bali. Bali differ from Lombok because Lombok has a more untouched twist into it.
Lombok Sights
Lombok is famous for its breathtaking areas. One of these is its beaches which takes you to paradise when you’re there. One of the most known places is Tanjung A’an which is an area within the vicinity of Kuta Beach. Along the beach are people making a living with sarongs and coconuts which you can enjoy as you witness the waves and feel the sun on your skin.
And if that is not enough, you can also go to the pretty Narmada Park. This is a Hindu temple with a swimming pool. If you desire to relax in a harmonious air, then this is the place for you. Entrance fee is affordable which is only about Rp 10,000 for foreigners and Rp 4,000 for natives. If you went to Lombok to witness the locals then this may be the perfect area to witness its people interact with each other.
But if you desire to learn more about Lombok’s culture, then the perfectplace to be in is Desa Sukarana or Sukarana village. Here, you will watch the natives doing their weaving and you can even purchase their products at a much affordable price compared with Sengigi.
Things to Do
Lombok is a perfect location to be one with nature. It is a perfect place for daring stuff such as scuba diving, surfing, fishing, biking and trekking. Aside from these, you can also kick back as you listen to the sounds of nature. Native women provide massage services which is usually located near your accommodation.
Accomodations
You will see that a cheap hotel in Lombok is not hard to find. In fact, there is an abundance of them in the location. Places like Kuta have cheap hotels everywhere. This is the reason why the place is very famous with younger or eco-friendly crowds. Other areas where you can chance upon a cheap hotel in Lombok are in the Cakranegara or Sweta area. Hotel murah di Lombok is the best accommodation you can get in Lombok.
But if you are not looking for a cheap hotel, then you should go north of the airport around the Senggigi strip. There are also some resort hotels in Tanjung. You can also rent out villas with staff the same with Bali. These usually cost around 0-00 a night. But it is worth it if you want a place that is secluded.
If you are out of ideas on where to stayfor the night, then you can use the Internet to search for a cheap hotel in Lombok. There are a variety of websites which can show you the prices. This is great especially if you have a particular budget arranged.
So if you want a different type of adventure or you simply want an escape from your job and enjoy nature, then Lombok is the perfect place for you. Also known as the ‘Unspoiled Bali’, it can offer you amazing nature and culture while giving you some excessive relaxation time and memorable experiences.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Travel to Lombok
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