Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Travel to Lombok

Have you ever wanted to travel to Lombok? Lombok is a breathtaking island located West of Indonesia. If you are knowledgeable about the islands of Indonesia, then you should be knowledgeable that it is very near Bali. Bali is different from Lombok because Lombok has a more untouched twist into it.



Places to See



Lombok is famous for its pretty locations . One of these is its beaches which takes you to paradise when you’re there. One of the most popular places is Tanjung A’an which is an location within the vicinity of Kuta Beach. Along the beach are people selling sarongs and coconuts which you can drink as you watch the waves and enjoy the sun on your skin.



And if that is not enough, you can also visit the amazing Narmada Park. This is a Hindu temple with a swimming pool. If you want to kick back in a quiet atmosphere, then this is the location for you. Entrance is cheap which is only around Rp 10,000 for non-locals and Rp 4,000 for locals. If you visited Lombok to witness the natives then this may be the perfect area to see its natives talk to 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 witness the local people executing their weaving and you can even buy their goods at a much affordable price in comparison with Sengigi.



Things to Do



Lombok is a best place to be one with nature. It is a perfect location for daring activities such as scuba diving, surfing, fishing, biking and trekking. Aside from these, you can also kick back as you savor the sounds of nature. Local women provide massage services which is usually located within the vicinity of your lodging.



Where to Stay



You will find that a cheap hotel in Lombok is easy to find. In fact, there is an abundance of them in the area. Areas like Kuta have cheap hotels everywhere. This is the reason why the place is very popular with younger or budget conscious crowds. Other places where you can find 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 Senggigi. There are also some resort hotels in Tanjung. You can also rent out villas with staff the same with Bali. Prices of these villas can range from 0-00 a night. But it is worth it if you want a place where you can have your own privacy.



If you are do not know where to stay, then you can use the Internet to search for a cheap hotel in Lombok. There are different types of websites which can show you the price range. This is great especially if you have a particular budget in mind.



So if you want a different type of adventure or you simply want an escape from your daily routine and be one with nature, then Lombok is the perfect area for you. Popular for being called the ‘Unspoiled Bali’, it can offer you rich nature and culture while giving you some lavish relaxation time and memorable experiences.

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