The Lombok Guide Issue 114

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Issue 114 | 30 April – 14 May 2012

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IN THIS ISSUE Getting to Lombok Attractions & Actitvities Lombok Map Special Feature Senggigi Senggigi Map What’s Hot Local Scene Mr Fixer Special Feature Local News Discount Vouchers Pasar Classifieds Distribution The Cities Cities Map Southwest Kuta & The South The Gilis Getting to the Gilis Gili Islands Fast Facts Gili Bytes Gilis Map

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TAKING LOMBOK TO THE WORLD!

It’s that time of the year again, as we prepare to release this year’s edition of our popular annual full colour magazine. The Lombok Guide 2012 International Magazine contains 120 pages of useful information about Lombok and magnificent photos of our island in all its stunning natural glory.

5000 copies of our magazine will be distributed over the next month to international travel agents throughout Europe and the UK, Japan, Singapore, China, Australia, New Zealand and more. Copies are also distributed at international and national trade fairs throughout the year.

TLG 2012 International Magazines are available at Garuda Airlines sales offices world-wide, Qantas, Silk Air, and Merpati airlines offices, and in every Blue Bird taxi throughout Lombok, as well as major hotels and selected travel agencies in Lombok, Bali, Jakarta and other national capitals.

If you are planning a holiday to Lombok soon, ask your travel agent for a copy!

To find out more, pick up a copy of The Lombok Guide from the locations listed on page 52 or visit www.thelombokguide.com and discover the magic of Lombok for yourself…

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GETTING TO LOMBOK

GETTING TO LOMBOK

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS

It’s easy to get to Lombok from Bali – flight time is only 25 minutes European connections are easy via Jakarta (the capital city of and fares start from around Rp 300,000 (approx US $33) one way. Java) or Bali. Direct flights from Jakarta to Lombok are available Buy tickets direct from the airline counters at the domestic airports, every day and are usually timed to connect with European flights. or contact local travel agents, in both Bali and Lombok.

Lombok is easily accessible from Jakarta, Bali, Jogyakarta and Lombok International Airport (or Bandara Internasional Lombok, Surabaya and is an important connection for travel to the eastern commonly abbreviated to BIL) is the only airport on Lombok. The islands, in particular Sumbawa, Komodo and Flores. airport is approximately 40km south of the city of Mataram, and Garuda Indonesia has direct flights between Lombok, Bali and around 1 ½ hours’ drive from Senggigi and 25 minutes from Kuta.

Jakarta every day, Call Center : 0 804 1 807 807, Sales Office : Airport departure tax is Rp 25,000 for domestic departures and Rp +62 370 642303, 649999. www.garuda-indonesia.com 100,000 for international departures.

Lion Air has daily flights between Lombok, Bali, Jakarta and BALI TO LOMBOK BY AIR Surabaya. Ph: +62 370 664009. www.lionair.co.id In Lombok, flights depart and arrive at Lombok International Aiport. In Bali, flights arrive and depart at Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) Domestic Airport.

Merpati Airlines has flights available between Lombok, Bali, Bima, Deli, Bandung, Flores and Kupang. Lombok, ph: +62 370 621111. www.merpati.co.id

Garuda Airlines has direct flights between Lombok, Bali and Trans Nusa Air flies between Lombok, Sumbawa and Bima once Jakarta every day, Call Center : 0 804 1 807 807, Sales Office: +62 a day. Lombok, ph: +62 370 624555. www.transnusa.co.id 370-642303, 649999. www.garuda-indonesia.com Batavia Air has flights between Lombok, Jakarta every day.

Merpati Airlines flies direct between Bali and Lombok four times a Lombok, +62 804 1 222 888 / +62 21 38 999 888. day. Lombok, ph: +62 370 621111, Airport: +62 370 633637 / +62 www.batavia-air.co.id 87864253577. Bali, ph: +62 361 420999. www.merpati.co.id Sky Aviation offers flights to remote and difficult to get to Trans Nusa Air operates two flights between Bali and Lombok destinations, including Labuhan Bajo on Flores, Batam, daily. Lombok, ph: +62 370 624555. Bali, ph: +62 361 8477395.

Pekanbaru, Jambi and more. Ph: +62 370 630787 or see their www.transnusa.co.id website for full details. www.sky-aviation.co.id Lion Air flies between Bali and Lombok with three flights daily.

BALI TO LOMBOK BY SEA The company share-codes with Wings Air, so you may purchase a Lion Air ticket and find yourself on a Wings Air flight! Lombok, Padang Bai Harbour (Bali) provides the sea link between mainland Call Centre: +62 80 4177 8899. Bali, ph: +62 361 765132. www.

Bali and Lombok. Lembar Harbour (Lombok) is approx. 1 hour lionair.co.id south of Senggigi, Lombok.

Sky Aviation operates morning and afternoon flights between Bali and Lombok every day. The company also offers private charter flights between the islands, as well as other destinations throughout Indonesia. Lombok, ph: +62 370 630 787. Bali, ph: +62 361 936 8320. www.sky-aviation.co.id

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS Lombok International Airport has full Visa on Arrival facilities, with efficient and fast visa processing.

Silk Air (a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines) flies direct between Lombok and Singapore, three times per week. Lombok, ph: +62 370 628254 / 628255. www.silkair.com Garuda Airlines flies between Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia and Lombok every day, with a short stop-over in Jakarta. Call Centre: 0 80 418 07807. Airport: +62 370 649100. www.garuda-indonesia.com

Arrange your own transport and buy tickets direct from the harbours, or use a reputable tour company to provide a transfer service.

Public Ferries depart every hour for the sea voyage between Padang Bai Harbour (Bali) and Lembar Harbour (Lombok).

The crossing between the islands costs Rp 36,000 per person and takes approx. 4 to 5 hours. Lembar Harbour ph: +62 370 681 209.

Padang Bai Harbour ph: (+62 363) 41849 / 41840

FAST BOATS There are now numerous “fast boat” services operating between Bali and Lombok. Most serve Gili Trawangan, but several also call at Teluk Kodek on mainland Lombok, making fast boats from Lombok to Bali (and vice versa) an option to flying.

See the “Getting to the Gilis” section for details.

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ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES

Getting around Lombok is easy by car or motorbike and you can hire these in all the main tourism areas, with an International Drivers License. The roads are generally in good condition and traffic is light.

Alternatively, hire a car and driver for exploring or take part in the tours and day trips offered by the many tour agencies on the island.

Surfing by Gretah Gray

BEACHES The whole island is surrounded by fantastic beaches, most of which are covered in clean white sand and fringed by coconut palms. Drive just north of Senggigi to Malimbu or Nipah and enjoy deserted beaches with fine snorkelling and swimming. The southwest coast also has fine beaches, especially around Sekotong and Taun.

Visit the small island of Gili Nanggu for rustic accommodation and great snorkelling just off shore or stay at Secret Island Resort on Gili Gede to explore the twelve other undeveloped islands in the southwest. The beaches around Kuta are breathtakingly beautiful. Visit Gerupuk for fantastic scenery, Kuta for long stretches of white sand and turquoise waters, or swim in the peaceful lagoon at Mawun.

DIVING

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Tiu Kelep Waterfall by Ghani Novianto

With so many beaches and small islands, Lombok offers a myriad of diving and snorkelling opportunities. The best known locations are around the Gili islands Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan.

Snorkelling is easy from the shore and all three islands are well served by professional dive operators who offer full PADI certification courses, day and night dives to the many sites around the Gilis, as well as specialised courses and live-aboard adventures to exotic locations. For the more adventurous, there is superb diving around the islands off the southwest coast, as well as near Kuta on the south coast and the small uninhabited islands off the east coast.

SURFING Lombok is becoming a world-renown surfing destination amongst surf enthusiasts world-wide. Huge waves and challenging surf lure die-hards to BangkoBangko (also known as Desert Point) on the south-western tip of Lombok.

Kuta, on the south coast, is surf-central and has a range of accommodations and services catering specially to surfers.

Here you can hire a board, get board repairs and take surf lessons from the professionals.

The waves at Gerupuk and Kuta offer a variety of challenges from beginners to sheer madness!

TREKKING Much of the island is still covered by natural rain forest and jungles, making Lombok ideal for ecotourism and adventure tours.

There are a number of spectacular waterfalls on the island which provide lovely trekking opportunities, whether travelling independently or as part of a tour. Sendang Gile on the slope of Mt Rinjani in the north is an easily accessible waterfall in a stunning jungle setting and popular with visitors.

Air Jeruk Manis, near Tetebatu is reached by walking through pretty rice fields and forests.

The awesome Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu waterfalls, in central Lombok, are located within a short trek of each other and make a perfect day trip for those who appreciate truly magical natural surroundings.

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Segara Anak Lake & Mt Baru Jari by Ghani Novianto

ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES

MOUNTAIN CLIMBING Mt Rinjani, Lombok’s famous volcano, soars 3726 m above sea level and is the second highest volcano in Indonesia, attracting thousands of trekkers and climbers annually. The huge crater near the top contains a beautiful lake, Danau Segara Anak (Child of the Sea Lake) and a smaller volcanic cone, Gunung Baru Jari, which was formed a couple of hundred years ago. There are a number of caves, small waterfalls and hot springs located around the volcano.

In 2004 Rinjani won the World Legacy Award and the volcano is recognised internationally as an important ecotourism destination. Two, three and four day treks on the volcano are offered by tour companies and trek organisers in all the main resort areas of Lombok.

HISTORIC SITES & TEMPLES There are a number of interesting temples around the west coast, many of which are Hindu or ancient animist sites of worship.

Pura Lingsar is possibly the only place in the world where Hindus and Moslems come together to pray and celebrate. Built around 1714, Pura Lingsar was originally based on the

prevailing animist beliefs of the time, and some of the original animist statues remain today. Perang Topat, is an annual festival held at Lingsar and features a ritualised war with rice cakes, which also serve as an offering to the Gods.

Pura Narmada (or Narmada Temple), around 10 km east of Cakranegara in Narmada, was created circa 1805 as a replica of Gunung Rinjani and Segara Anak, the lake within Rinjani’s crater.

The gardens at Narmada are beautifully maintained and surround the pools and lake.

Pura Suranadi, a complex of three temples located a few kilometres north of Narmada in Suranadi, is the oldest and holiest of the Balinese temples in Lombok, founded by the 16th-century Javanese priest, Danghyang Nirartha.

Underground streams bubble up into restored baths, used for ritual bathing. Huge sacred eels live in the pools and streams here, and can sometimes be lured out with an offering of boiled eggs (purchased at a nearby stall). To see a sacred eel is considered very lucky!

HANDICRAFT VILLAGES Lombok is famous for its traditional earthenware pottery made from local clay with distinctive “Lombok primitive”

designs. You can also purchase handwoven sarongs and fabrics (ikat).

Pringgasela in central Lombok is a small village which is steeped in tradition and is a major centre for weaving ikat. Visit the small houses and shops here to purchase traditionally woven, colourful fabrics.

Masbagik, close to Pringgasela, is a small pottery village. Wander the streets and see the pottery being made in the small yards behind the simple homes here and purchase the wares for amazingly cheap prices.

Sukarara is 5 km to the west of Praya, heading south towards Kuta. This is a weaving village where quality ikat and traditional cloth is displayed and sold.

Weavers work outside many of the shops, using antiquated “back strap looms” to painstakingly produce works of art.

Some of the larger pieces can take several months to weave, and collectors from around the world visit this village to purchase the blankets, sarongs and cloth produced here.

Banyumulek, easily reached on the road south to Lembar Harbour, is an important centre for pottery on Lombok. The small village is packed with shops selling pottery produced in the area, as well as from the other main pottery-making villages such as Penujak and Masbagik. Lombok pottery, with its distinctive terracotta styles, has become famous internationally and is exported throughout the world.

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Special Feature

What a load of…RUBBISH!

What happens when the western world starts flocking to a third world island? One of the problems in developing areas that suddenly face an influx of tourists is that the infrastructure that we take for granted in the west usually doesn’t exist.

And while growth is good for the economy and for the local people, it brings a new set of problems… not the least of which is rubbish and waste management.

Most western countries have already been through the cycle of growth starting with the advent of plastics in the 50’s – through mass consumerism and the overuse of plastics and other chemicals used in packaging and bottling – to the realisation of what those chemicals do to our environment and how difficult they are to get rid of.

Concepts such as littering, using biodegradable products and recycling are already ingrained in the western psyche, thanks largely to education and to laws regarding littering and environmental waste.

But in a country like Indonesia, where the traditional materials used for wrapping and packaging used to consist of banana leaves, paper and other organic products, the advent of plastics has had disastrous results.

Except for those pulling up fishing lines tangled in junk, and snorkellers and divers getting a wet plastic bag plastered over their goggles. Walk along the beach after the rains and see how many lonely single rubber sandals are washed up on the shore.

In the west, we can be satisfied that the rubbish we throw in the bin will be collected by the men in the big rubbish truck and taken away to some out-ofsight place, where it will be sorted into different bins for recycling and dealt with responsibly, in accordance with our laws on environmental protection. So where are the rubbish trucks and recycling centres in our local area? For that matter, most of the time, where are the rubbish bins?

While you may find these in the larger cities, most villages and kampung where the majority of the populations of Bali and Lombok live don’t have rubbish collection and, even on a relatively developed island like Lombok, there are no recycling centres away from the cities.

Rubbish in the villages is dealt with in the traditional way – by burning. While Cheap and convenient, plastic bags and that may have been fine in the past, with bottles now take the place of banana leaves fires made from leaves swept up around and clay pots. Look anywhere in Indonesia the homes and waste such as used banana and you will see plastic bags, bottles leaves and paper providing the fuel, now and wrappers laying on roadsides and the fire is likely to consist of plastic bags, dumped in rivers. Shampoo packets litter bottles and wrappers, doused in kerosene the waterfalls, snack bags and cigarette to make it all burn. Drive past any of these packages are thrown from car windows, on your motorbike and get a face full of toxic plastic smoke and you will realise and the entire archipelago looks like a what a hazard this is to the environment. giant rubbish dump.

While there’s no doubt the local people are the major cause of the rubbish problem, tourists must also shoulder part of the blame. We expect to buy cans of Coke and cylinders of Pringles; we demand that our water comes in plastic bottles and that the “tamper proof” plastic on the cap is intact; we expect that our purchases will be hygienically wrapped and packaged in plastics, foil and other non-organic materials. But very few people on holiday think about where all this packaging is going.

The option for communities living near rivers is simply to dump all the rubbish in the river bed. Talk to divers and fishermen about the havoc wreaked by plastic bags and other rubbish in the ocean.

Never having been told otherwise, most Indonesians will use dry streams and riverbeds as dumping grounds for their rubbish. Over the dry season, the rubbish mounts up and, with the start of the monsoonal rains, the rubbish is swept down the flowing rivers and out to sea. Out of sight and out of mind.

Those of us who live in Bali and Lombok know exactly what I’m talking about. Tourists gush about the beautiful scenery, the lovely people, the fantastic beaches, but lament the rubbish littering every landscape. “Why don’t they do something about it?” they ask.

Well, who is “they”? While we can all agree that it’s a shame and the government, the village heads, the schools – somebody!

– should do something about it, the likelihood is that this will take a long time to change, if left to the usual Indonesian “system”.

In reality, we can’t blame a system where education often comes a poor second and waste management is low down on the list of necessary skills.

People struggling to exist can’t be expected to care about where they throw their rubbish; when food, shelter and safety are the primary concerns.

Governments concerned with building roads and supplying electricity don’t have rubbish trucks and recycling centres as high priorities.

However, those westerners who live here and those tourists who visit, have the education and awareness to make a difference.

Western-owned businesses can set the example by using organic packaging, such as paper bags and re-usable cloth shopping bags. Every person, expat or tourist, can say “No” to plastic bags and take their own bags when shopping.

In our homes, all household staff can be taught to recycle, even if it means giving glass bottles to petrol vendors; and finding someone in your village who will collect steel, metal and aluminium cans. Organic kitchen waste, paper, garden waste and other organic rubbish can be made into compost and provide a good fertiliser in your garden.

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Senggigi Bay by Koes Nadi

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Tourism development runs north along the coastal road for about 10 km, with many hotels and restaurants positioned along the beautiful beaches that line the entire west coast.

About 2 km north of central Senggigi Kerandangan Valley has a popular beach nearby and some small boutique hotels, such as Puri Mas Spa Resort and Villa Campi Sorga, situated in a pretty valley.

Dream Estate Park comprises private villa accommodation for owners and investors, and has villas available for short and long term rental in a secure, well-managed estate.

At the end of the road through Kerandangan Valley is the Taman Wisata Alam – Kerandangan Nature Reserve – with clearly marked hiking paths leading through the rain forest along the river.

There is a small Ranger’s hut and visitors centre near the entrance, and picnic areas with basic concrete tables along the paths.

The park boasts a small waterfall, pretty river scenery, families of local monkeys, and a variety of tropical plants and birdlife.

Further north, Mangsit has developed as an accommodation alternative to Senggigi, with boutique style hotels positioned along the breathtaking beaches of this section of coast. The popular Qunci Villas, Puri Mas Beach Resort, Windy Beach Resort on the island is the sunset viewed from Senggigi Beach, with the bright orange sun and Holiday Resort Lombok are located in Mangsit. sinking into the sea to the west and Bali’s Gunung Agung volcano silhouetted on the Furthest north are Klui and Lendang horizon like a giant pyramid floating in the Luar, with two hotels – Jeeva Klui and ocean.

Hotel Bulan Baru – and long stretches of pristine beaches.

Senggigi Reef, off the southern point, has good coral for snorkelling and, in the Mainly deserted white sand beaches, right conditions, some decent surf breaks. flanked by coconut groves and untouched Canoes can be hired from the beach on by hotel development, continue all the the weekends and during peak tourism way north along the main coastal road. times. Local outrigger boats (prahu) can Malimbu and Nipah are two picturesque be chartered from the beachfront for trips bays less than half an hour from Senggigi, along the coast or out to the Gili Islands. which are good for snorkelling, swimming and getting away from it all.

The main road in Senggigi is lined with small attractive hotels catering to all Teluk Nara and Teluk Kodek are on a budgets, shops, tour agencies, restaurants, large bay that forms a natural harbour, bars and nightclubs; many of which have about 25 kms north of Senggigi. All the live music in the evenings. There are a main dive operators have boats here, couple of supermarkets, numerous ATM’s which transfer guests to the Gili islands, as and moneychangers, a post office and all an alternative to nearby Bangsal Harbour. the normal tourist facilities.

Bangsal Harbour, less than 5km further Senggigi is a relaxing and attractive place north, is reached by turning left at the to stay, with a good range of luxury hotels crossroads in Pemenang and from there it and resorts, as well as mid-range and is easy to catch the public ferries (actually budget accommodations. large outrigger boats) out to the Gilis, or to charter boats for island hopping.

Whether you are seeking luxury accommodation at a top resort with fine dining and spa facilities, or a budget holiday with days spent exploring – or all the choices in between – Senggigi caters for all tastes and budgets.

From Senggigi, it’s easy to explore the attractions of the stunning south coast or to hop on a boat to the famous Gili islands lying just offshore. Swim, snorkel, dive, hike, lie in the sun, have a massage, eat and drink at some of the great restaurants and bars in town; or just take a break and be enchanted by the peace and Setangi by Koes Nadi beauty of Lombok.

Senggigi

WEST COAST RESORT

Just over one hour from Lombok International Airport, Senggigi is the main tourism centre on Lombok and, apart from the Gili islands, the most developed tourism area on Lombok.

The town of Senggigi is about 10 km north of Ampenan, and about 30 minutes drive from Teluk Nara and Bangsal – the harbours to the Gili Islands.

Nowhere near as large or as busy as its Bali counterparts, Senggigi is a great base for exploring the rest of the island. The pace is laid-back, with activities centred on the beaches and day trips to places of interest, which are all within a few hours drive from the town.

At night, Jalan Raya Senggigi (the main street) comes alive. Dine in the many restaurants catering to all tastes and budgets, listen to live music at the bars, or dance the night away at the nightclubs.

Senggigi Beach is the large bay that forms the centre of Senggigi, with the main road running parallel to the beach, and large resorts occupying the space between. The Senggigi Beach Hotel, Santosa Villas and Resort, and the Sheraton Senggigi Resort all line the curved bay of Senggigi Beach and offer a full range of resort facilities, equally attractive for singles, couples and families.

The beachfront is currently undergoing “revitalisation” by the West Lombok Tourism Department, which threatens to ruin the natural beauty of the beach. It can become very crowded and is best avoided on Sundays and public holidays.

However, many more beautiful beaches exist just minutes away to the north.

One of the most spectacular sights

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18 We’re loving the new café outside Deli Senggigi in the Galleria Shops (on Senggigi main street just south of the Art Markets). The simple roadside eatery is set up with tables under the trees, lit by glowing lamps at night, and surrounded by birds and the eclectic pet collection housed in cages outside Rambo Pet Shop.

Owner, Ibu Aam, who is a whiz in the kitchen, has set up a basic menu with the emphasis on fresh and healthy ingredients. Try a fresh garden salad, a chicken and salad sandwich with grilled chicken breast on toasted bread, or one of the delicious burgers for a tasty lunch or dinner. The burgers are made from scratch, with the meat patty made from fillet steak and based on a Slavic “cevapcici” recipe. At Rp 25,000, including a serve of home-made fries, it’s a delicious bargain!

It’s also good to see more of the Galleria shops coming to life and some of the more messy tenants leaving the shopping strip.

Orchid Spa has recently re-located to the Galleria shops from their previous premises in Senggigi Plaza. The Spa offers body and beauty treatments, including massages, at their new shop just south of Rambo Pet Shop. Another of the shops is currently undergoing renovations and will house a new restaurant shortly.

Although the rainy season is mostly over and we are enjoying beautiful weather in the lowlands and on the coast, it is still monsoon season on the mountains in north of the island and heavy rains have created a dangerous environment on Mt Rinjani with recent landslides obscuring trekking trails on the volcano.

Mountain climbing season was closed last December, as is usual, when monsoonal rains made trekking too dangerous. Trekking season was

What’s Hot! opened again on 1 April but the unusually heavy rains caused last month by cyclone activity in the Indian Ocean, combined with more recent rains, have caused landslides on the mountain, uprooting trees and obliterating trails.

Thousands of local people and tourists visit north Lombok every year to make the challenging 3,726 metre trek up Mount Rinjani. According to official data, 4,800 foreign tourists and 6,500 domestic tourists visited Mount Rinjani in 2011, ascending the mountain via three different trails: Senaru and Timbeno in West Lombok and Sembalun in East Lombok.

The Head of Mount Rinjani National Park Centre, Agus Budiono, said that since trekking was re-opened at the beginning of this month, many domestic and foreign visitors had started to trek up Rinjani but they were not able to ascend to the summit or descend to Segara Anak, the crater lake in the centre of the volcano because several routes are closed by landslides.

“The railings are also damaged and we are currently repairing them,” he said.

Agus added that the repairs and clearing of the landslides would be completed by the end of the month and trekking could fully resume in early May. This is disastrous for the local businesses in Senaru, Sembalun and other routes up the mountain, which have a limited trekking season each year (usually April until around November). However, safety is paramount and trekkers are advised to avoid climbing Rinjani until May, when repairs are expected to be complete and rains have usually stopped.

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The Gandari Villa Residence complex, Lombok, is currently under development and consists of 3 luxurious Villas. Each of the 2-storey Villas features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a kitchen, a store-room, a dining room and a maid’s quarter. The splendor of the Villa extends to a balcony and terrace with a swimming pool, outdoor shower, Bale (Berugak), a fish pond and covered car park. The superior craftsmanship, quality of building materials and design speaks for itself and can be viewed at any time.

Each Villa is nestled in its own compound with a size of 600sqm and a separate main entrance and an entrance from the covered car park.

The Villas have been uniquely designed and feature a Master Bedroom on the ground floor with direct access to the swimming pool. In addition, this bedroom also has a walk-in wardrobe and an indoor and outdoor shower.

The kitchen has an adjacent store-room with a separate access to deliver goods through a separate entrance, leaving the main entrance to the living room for guests. It is centrally located and offers easy access to serve dinners in the dining area or living room.

The dining room is designed as part of the gardens, covered by a roof, but can be enclosed with open folding doors and is air-conditioned as a part of the indoor area.

A very unique feature is the open ceiling of the living area; from the ground floor to the first floor, into a gallery with an open study. The study has direct access to a cozy covered balcony and also another balcony leading directly down to the pool and garden.

Both upper bedrooms have an individual bathroom and through the gallery, direct access via a outdoor staircase to the pool and garden.

The complex houses a maid’s quarter as well as an area for an emergency generator.

The Gandari Villa Residence complex features individual road access for each villa and offers, at an extra monthly charge, security, gardening, pool and Villa maintenance services to ensure optimal comfort and convenience for owners.

www.gandari.com

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Villa Residence

PRICE: ONLY US$ 645,000 PER VILLA (B, C, D) Down payment 50%, Upon 50% completion another 40% and 10% before handover. * The above price excludes VAT according to government regulations.

VILLA INCLUSIONS: - Hak Milik Land certificate - Road use certificate - PLN (Electricity connection) - PDAM (City water connection) - Aircon Split Unit in the 3 bedrooms - STP Sewage treatment system - Administration cost (Notary)

- Built-in Kitchen with Oven (Gas), Fridge, Exhaust & Dishwasher - Bathroom fixtures and bathtub - Phone (Landline) - Proper Architectural design and planning documents

OPTIONS AT EXTRA CHARGE: - Power Generator - Deep Water Well - Loose furniture and interior design, furniture/curtains - Burglar alarm system - Air condition for Living room - Intercom (phone system to all bedrooms and living areas) - WIFI and internet connection through Speedy - Separate air condition split unit for the dining area ADDITIONAL SERVICE OPTIONS AT EXTRA CHARGE: - Security, gardening and maintenance service at a fee - We can take care of the service for a fee, if the owner wishes to rent the Villa, we can assist through dedicated agents and arrange housekeeping and service staff for guests LEGAL DOCUMENTS AND OWNERSHIP : The land certificates are all Hak Milik – which means that the land with the villa will be owned by the purchaser and not leased. As an Indonesian citizen you can own the land and Villa personally, while as a foreigner you will need to use a “nominee” which is a common practice as foreigners cannot own land in Indonesia.

Our legal consultant will be happy to brief anyone on the Indonesian regulations and will professionally handle all necessary documents and legal requirements.

www.gandari.com

Please contact: Putu Anggreni Beck The Gandari Villa Residence Jalan Raya Senggigi, Duduk Garden No.6, Batu Bolong, Lombok 83355, Indonesia Phone: +62 370 619 4273 Fax: +62 370 619 4123 HP: +62 815 5810 0450 or +62 821 4777 7705 (English & Indonesian speaking) email: reni@gandari.com / info@gandari.com

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What a load of…RUBBISH! Some people make big differences by setting up recycling programmes themselves, or by organising clean ups, or by training other people in responsible waste management.

Delphine Robbe and the Gili Eco Trust have made big differences on the Gili Islands, particularly on Gili Trawangan, by teaching waste management and recycling to local students at the community school.

The Trust organises clean-up days on land and in the ocean, and is responsible for installing rubbish bins on the islands and implementing effective disposal and recycling programmes.

Britta Slippens and the team at Blue Water Cruises did similar when she established her Mentigi Bay project in northwest Lombok, by teaching local children about the problems of rubbish and getting them involved in keeping their local area clean.

Soon the entire community joined in and are now enthusiastic about rubbish management in their village.

Special Feature Continued from page 10 employed at these resorts.

Some of us don’t have the time to get this involved, but we can still make a difference by supporting waste management programmes and education financially.

Most of all, we can set an example to those in our immediate circle by adopting practices that don’t contribute to the rubbish problem.

Sakinah and Iwan at Asmara Restaurant initiated regular “Gotong Royong” (Cleanup days) in Senggigi which saw business people shovelling rubbish alongside locals on the road verges. Iwan now owns a private rubbish and recycling business.

Most of the larger hotels, particularly the Holiday Resort in Mangsit, run education programmes for staff and practice recycling and responsible waste management, which in turn brings awareness to thousands of local people

If we can teach just one other person, particularly if they are local people who may not have any idea about these concepts, they in turn will be able to teach others.

Ghandi said: “You must be the change you wish to see in the world”. If we look around, there’s a lot we can do individually. The first important step to making this change is to ask yourself whether you are part of the solution or part of the problem.

SINTA PEST CONTROL

Melayani Pengendalian: Nyamuk DB / Malaria / Cikungunya Lalat, Kecoa, Semut Hama Tikus Rayap Hama Gudang

Controlling: Dengue, Malaria & Cikungunya Mosquito Fly, Cockroach, Ants Rats Termites Spiders and Other Pests & Bugs

PT SINTA AGRO MANDIRI (Ijin Dikes No: 03/52.71/PC/VII/11) Jl. TGH Hambali No 8, Mataram, Lombok | Phone: 0370 631176 / 627991

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Living in Style * Own Private Pool * Huge Bath Room

* Private Villas

* Comfortable Bed

* Bamboo Restaurant

* Spacious Dining

* Garden Lounge Café

& Living Room

* Billiard Bar

* Lush Surroundings

Jln. Raya Senggigi Km. 8, Lombok, Indonesia | Telp: +62 370 692 999 | Fax: +62 370 692 888 Email: booking@mannavillas.com | Website: www.mannavillas.com

Live Music!

Great Food!

Good Times!

Friday - ‘Ary Juliyant and Friends’ from 7.30 pm in the front garden

Free Fast

Available

Jl. Raya (Main Street) Senggigi, Lombok 0370 693619 restaurant@asmara-group.com

www.asmara-group.com

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Italian Beachfront Restaurant Delicious Fresh Seafood, Authentic Italian Dishes Oriental Food, Barbecue on the Beach Wood Oven Pizza, Homemade Pasta and Italian Bread

Jl. Raya Batu Bolong, Senggigi | Phone: 0370 693039 / 693313 info@cafealbertolombok.com | www.cafealbertolombok.com • Imported Meats, incl Harvey Beef • Home-baked Breads, Cakes & Pastries • Dairy – Yoghurt, Cheeses, Butter, Cream • Wide Range of Imported Products • Open Every Day for your Convenience!

Ask us about our Catering Services, Wedding & Birthday Cakes!

Jl Palm Raja No 5, BTN Green Valley, Senggigi. Phone: 0370 693251

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THE SUMMIT

Luxurious Villa perched at the very top of The Hill with 360 degree Panoramic Views 3 bedrooms each with private ensuite bathrooms Extensive living and entertaining areas, Bar, Designer Kitchen, and all mod cons Infinity Pool with magnificent Ocean and Mountain Views Available for short and long-term rental Bukit Batu Layar, Senggigi, Lombok | Phone: 081 33 99 00 754 | Website: www.holidayvillaslombok.com

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LOSMEN

Cover Yourself in

TJABE MERAH

Jl. Saleh Sungkar, Gg. Sawah, Ampenan, Lombok Ph: +62 370 636150 - Fax: +62 370 637635

THE RED PEPPER INN New season swimwear now in store!

New designs every two weeks!

Clean and comfortable. Located in the middle of the”kampung”near the local Kebon Roek traditional market you immediately have a sense of the real Indonesian life. Ampenan is near Mataram and Cakra and only 7 kilometers away from Senggigi.

Room rates (smoking & non smoking) Standard room with fan – Rp 80 000 Standard room with TV & AC – Rp 130 000

OOK NEDERLANDS SPREKEND AMPENAN BEACH JALAN SALEH SUNGKAR KEBON ROEK MARKET

Gang Sawah

TO MATARAM

TO SENGGIGI

LOSMEN TJABE MERAH

www.hotel-lombok.nl

CV. ANANTA GUNA LESTARI OUR SERVICES: Pest Control | Rodent Control Termite Control | Fumigation Employee Recruitment (Out Sourcing) PROPERTY MAINTENANCE: Cleaning Service | Painting | Plumbing Pool Maintenance | Floor Repairs Rubbish Removal | Carpentry Stone Coating | General Maintenance Work

Jl. Raya Senggigi (next to Senggigi Jaya Supermarket) ciokolataclothing@ymail.com

www.ciokolata.com

Jl. Alpa Raya Blok IV No. 4 BTN Sandik - Lombok Mobile: 0812 3693 5382 / 0818 0363 6609 Phone (0370) 6657069 / Fax: (0370) 621627 Email: anantagl@yahoo.co.id

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Puri Bunga Beach Cottages

Luxury and Tranquility Privately positioned on terraced slopes of beautiful flowers, overlooking Senggigi Bay and the Lombok Strait to Bali Standard, Deluxe and Suite Cottages with air conditioning, hot water, television, mini bar, telephone and internet access

Sea view cottages

From US$40* / room!

(Incl breakfast)

* tax and service charge and high season surcharges may apply

Enquire about our special offers!

Jalan Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, Lombok, Indonesia, Ph: +62 (0) 370 693013 Fax: +62 (0) 370 693286 | info@puribungalombok.com | www.puribungalombok.com

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Open 9am to 8pm, 7 Days a Week

Now available in Senggigi!

Imported products, pastas, herbs, cooking oils, lentils, butter, cheeses incl fresh mozzarella, jams and sauces, Lindt chocolates, fresh milk, juices and daily needs

Jl Raya Senggigi (next to Rambo Petshop) | Phone: 0370 693177

Complete pet supplies in Senggigi!

We carry a large selection of quality Dog and Cat Foods Pet Accessories (Collars, leads, cages, bowls, toys, etc) Pet Care Products (Vitamins, shampoos, flea and tick powders, coat conditioners and pet medicines) Hamster and fish foods and more!

Open 7 days a week

Jl Raya Senggigi (30m from Asmara Restaurant)

Phone: 0370 693177

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Individual and Group Pearl Farm Tours Pearl and Jewellery Showroom Private viewings welcome

Showroom and CafĂŠ Open Daily

PT Autore Pearl Culture, Teluk Nara, Malaka, Lombok Phone: +62 370 6844 895 / 0813 3992 0020 | Email: pearlfarm@pearlautore.com.au

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SENDOK

GUEST HOUSE, BAR & RESTAURANT

Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner 10am – 11pm Live music every Tue, Thurs, Fri & Sat

For a Memorable Stay in Lombok Modern colonial interior design concept in “Tempoe Doeloe” style Clean and comfortable with friendly staff

TV, Air Conditioner, Safety Box, Free WiFi Hot & Cool Water, Swimming Pool Jl Raya Senggigi Km 8, Senggigi, Lombok | P: 0370 693176 | F: 0370 692270 E: info@sendokbali.com | W: www.sendokbali.com

delasan LOMBOK STYLE GIFT SHOP

Fashion, Accessories, Lombok Snacks, Souvenirs, Swimwear, etc

Jl Raya Senggigi (next to Sendok Bar & Restaurant) Lombok | Phone: 0370 693176

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The Little Shop Unique Gifts with Reasonable Prices We Sell: Wood Bowls, Shells, Accessories, Paintings, Statues, Bronze, Candles, Frames and Many More...

Exotic Style Fashion - Bags - Accessories

We Sell Nice Resort Wear, Hand Made Bags From Natural Materials and Many Kind of Accessories For Your Style at Tropical Island

For your gift choices to your family and friends when you back home from our island Phone: 0370 693 647 | Art Market, Jl Raya Senggigi, Lombok

Treasure Chest Gift Shop

RETAIL AND WHOLESALE

Phone: 0370 692 183 Art Market, Jl Raya Senggigi Lombok

Phone: 0370 693 358 | Art Market, Jl Raya Senggigi Lombok

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EASTER @ HORIZONTAL

Local Scene Horizontal on Gili Trawangan is best known for its chic beach and party scene but a softer side comes out for the kids! Happy children (and their mums) from Lombok and the Gilis celebrated Easter with an Easter Egg hunt, fun games and prizes, and an Easter Sunday party.

Photos by Jumi

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BLUE MARLIN DIVE SENGGIGI ...DIVE THE DIFFERENCE!

Lombok’s premier PADI 5 Star Dive Centre Senggigi’s most time efficient daily return trips Professionally trained dive and snorkel staff We do not combine our Senggigi-based guests with our other dive centres providing a more personalised service for you We ensure small groups for your comfort and safety Daily transfers direct from your hotel Excellent Restaurant and Facilities to enjoy during your break on Gili T

PADI Dive Courses Daily Dive & Snorkel Trips - Gili Trawangan Transfers - Hotel Dive and Stay Packages

Please email and quote “Lionfish” for special discount offers

HOLIDAY RESORT & SENGGIGI BEACH HOTEL +62 370 693 719 www.bluemarlindive.com | senggigi@bluemarlindive.com

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“De Quake is One of the Most Enjoyable Places to Eat in Senggigi” – The Lonely Planet

Art Market Senggigi Lombok - +62 370 693694

www.dequake.com

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The Studio

Bookings:

a natural touch of luxury The Hill - Bukit Batu Layar - Senggigi

thestudio.lombok@gmail.com

Anna’s

http://the-studio-lombok.page4.me/

Giftshop

Looking for nice presents or home decorations?

We sell: Salt and Freshwater Pearls, Lombok Pottery, Hand Painted Modern Wooden Statues and Masks, Paintings, Handwoven Ikats, Sarongs and much more!

Jl Raya Senggigi (next to Rambo Petshop) | P: 0817 5730 012 | E: lombok_annasgiftshop@hotmail.com

Mr Fixer

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MR FIXER: Don’t take too many. You might

QUESTION: I have recently arrived in the sunny island of Lombok for a short vacation and have started smoking again.

It is so easy to smoke here and fags are unbelievably cheap!

Tongue-in-cheek wake up facing north! answers to your personal and building QUESTION: It was my wife’s birthday last You can even smoke French here – that’s problems week. I asked her what she wanted and she eating and smoking at the same time. said: “I want a divorce.”

I wasn’t planning on spending that much, so we came to the sunny holiday island of Lombok instead to see if we could make a go of it.

QUESTION: My wife and I are recently divorced. I don’t think she liked me very much. When I had a heart attack, she wrote for an ambulance.

The problem seems to have started when I bought my wife some sexy underwear for her birthday. Panties are not the best thing on earth, but they are next to the best thing.

That’s why I came to the paradise island of Lombok. I have only been here for a few weeks and I have just received news that my mother-in-law has just died. The family is asking what we should do for her burial arrangements. Shall we have her embalmed, cremated or buried?

She refused to wear them and accused me of wanting to turn her into a sex object.

What do you think I should do about my marriage?

MR FIXER: Don’t take any chances; give her the lot!

QUESTION: Whilst waiting in line at one of the new ATM machines in the holiday resort of Senggigi last week, a man and his wife were in front of me and he punched her. I said, “How dare you punch a lady?!

You should only punch men!” I don’t remember anything after that.

MR FIXER: Despite the old saying: “Don’t take your troubles to bed”, many men still sleep with their wives.

Every time I light up I am saving a fortune!

Packets of cigarettes in Europe have horrific pictures of gum disease or, even worse, a picture of a pair of cancer-ridden lungs on the packet with warnings about how dangerous to your health the habit can be.

I recently tried anti-smoking tablets without success. Nicotine patches were no good either and were hard to light. What do you recommend?

MR FIXER: Personally, I play it safe and only smoke the ones which are harmful to pregnant women.

Marriage is the only war where you get to sleep with the enemy. My friend George has the same problem in reverse about his wife turning into a sex object: every time he asks for sex she objects.

Got a question for Mr Fixer? He’s always got a quirky answer your personal building problems! Just email your problem to “Mr Fixer” at kitadesign@hotmail.com

For more information: Jalan Wisata Alam Kerandangan 0813 3868 8524 | 0813 3972 1541

PLOTS and VILLAS

Models available starting from IDR 525.000.000 Sqm Building

Sqm Ground

IDR Price from

Studio

60

200

525.000.000

Kerandangan

80

200

615.000.000

Wine

118

200

950.000.000

Dream + Pool

243

8 are

2.534.000.000

Heca + Pool

360

10 are 3.900.000.000

Model

*All prices are 10% tax included and subject to (currency) change

Models for rent starting from IDR 3.700.000 pw Model Studio Kerandangan Wine

Per Week IDR Per Month IDR

3 700 000 4 500 000 6 300 000

8 500 000 11 000 000 15 400 000

*All prices are 10% tax included and subject to (currency) change Including electricity, water, gas, daily towel change and cleaning.

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[ Yo u r K e y to an I d yllic Lombok ]

Lombok’s Boutique Hotel [ The Lonely Planet: “Top Choice for Lombok” ] [ Cosmopolitan: “Lombok’s Hidden Beauty” ] [ Guide du Routard: “Le Reve!” ] Jl. Raya Mangsit, Senggigi, Lombok | Phone: +62 370 693 800, Fax: +62 370 693 802 Email: stay@quncivillas.com | Website: www.quncivillas.com

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NOW OPEN IN SENGGIGI! MAMAS, NIKMAT, CATER PRODUCTS Sirloin, Tenderloin, Fillet Steaks Cold Cuts and Deli Meats Salami, Ham, Chicken and Turkey Sausages - Breakfast, Pork, Chicken, Beef, Herb and Mixed Dry Pasta and Sauces Gandari Purified Ice Cubes

Open 9am to 10pm every day

Jl Raya Senggigi, next to Sendok Bar & Restaurant | Ph: 0370 693 531

UD. GANDARI ICE SOLUTION

Pure refreshing ice cubes made from UV sterilised and purified spring water.

Hygienically packaged for your convenience Supplying hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes & private villas

FREE DELIVERY EVERY DAY Jl Raya Senggigi, Duduk Garden No.6 Batu Bolong

www.gandari.com

Hotline: Hp: 081 836 8731 | Ph: 0370 619 4273 | Flexi: 0370 668 1958

Special Feature

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TAKING LOMBOK TO THE WORLD… AGAIN!

There’s much excitement at our office this month as we prepare to once again distribute the latest edition of The Lombok Guide 2012 International Magazine.

such as Flight Centre, Travel World and Jetset Tours in all Australian capital cities.

Interest in Lombok by those living in Bali is now huge, as evidenced by the demand for our fortnightly newspaper, distributed by Peter and Febri of True Brochure Distribution, at prime locations in Bali every issue.

The Lombok Guide has been publishing its annual full-colour magazine independently for the past five years. Publication of the magazine receives no support from the government and is funded entirely by advertising revenue from local businesses.

This year’s magazine contains 120 pages of useful information about Lombok and magnificent photos of our island in all its stunning natural glory by local photographers who participated in The Lombok Guide 2012 Photography Competition we conducted at the beginning of the year.

We first started publishing our annual magazines in 2008, frustrated with the lack of professional international-standard marketing resources available for Lombok.

Until then, there was no magazine or similar resource about Lombok available to travel agents or members of the travel industry to use in promoting Lombok internationally and nationally.

Although the regional government and Dinas Pariwisata (the Tourism Department) receives an annual budget for promoting our island, they have never produced an English language magazine about the island. Publications by the government are generally low-quality brochures in either Bahasa Indonesia or poor quality English translations.

With the inspiration and support of Scott Coffey and Qunci Villas, we decided to take matters into our own hands and published the first edition of The Lombok Guide Magazine in 2008.

Since that time, our magazine has grown into a full-sized magazine of international standards that is distributed throughout the world and used by travel industry partners in promoting Lombok at all key domestic and international events.

This year, 5000 copies of our magazine will be distributed to international travel agents throughout Europe and the UK, Japan, Singapore, China, Australia, New Zealand and more.

Copies of the magazine are also distributed

to members of The Lombok Hotels Association, who use them for promotion of Lombok at international and national trade fairs throughout the year.

In the past year, the magazines have been distributed at ITB Berlin and ITB Singapore (major international travel expos), the World Travel Market in London, NATAS (Singapore), MATTA (Malaysia), PATA (Macau, China), Perth Travel Expo (West Australia), Sydney Travel Expo and Melbourne Travel Expo (Eastern Australia) and at dozens of trade shows and expos conducted throughout the nation every year.

Help in “Taking Lombok to the World” is also generously provided by Garuda Indonesia General Manager NTB, Pak Sudarmadi, and Sales and Marketing Manager, Pak Sapto. Garuda Indonesia flies copies of our magazine to every Garuda Indonesia Sales Office throughout the world, from Tokyo to New Zealand, and Amsterdam to Sydney.

Additional copies are air-mailed by us to selected international travel agents nominated by The Lombok Hotels Association, and comprise agencies around the world who consistently sell Lombok as a destination.

With the incredible growth of Australian tourist arrivals in Bali over the past few years, we focus a large percentage of our distribution on Australia, in particular Perth (the capital city of Western Australia). Copies of the magazine are mailed to Qantas, Jetstar, Air Asia and other major airlines serving Bali, as well as well-known Australian travel agencies

In addition to our distribution to key travel agents in Bali, for the past two years we have received support from Sophie Digby, co-owner of ultra-successful THE YAK Magazine, who is distributing The Lombok Guide 2012 Magazines to key expatriate markets in Bali.

The Lombok Guide 2012 Magazines are now available at Garuda Airlines sales offices world-wide, Qantas, Silk Air, Merpati and Trans Nusa airlines, as well as major hotels and selected travel agencies in Lombok, Bali, Jakarta and other national capitals. Permanent copies are also placed in every Lombok Taxi throughout Lombok.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who are involved in this massive project, which takes around three months of hard work to compile every year.

Without the contributions of our talented photographers and writers, the generous help by Garuda Airlines, Blue Bird Taxi Group, True Brochure Distribution and THE YAK in distribution – and especially THE SUPPORT OF OUR ADVERTISERS – publication of this important resource would not be possible.

IndonesianTourism & Culture Minister, Sapta Nirwandar (centre)

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CV. TUNGGAL JAYA GENERAL CONSTRUCTION Served Property Maintenance

• Gypsum / Calsiboard • Alang Alang • Teraso • Matt Wall • Painting • Plumbing • Water Proof • Floor Repair • Carpenter • Stone Coating • Metal Roof • Landscape • Metal Truss

Provided Out Sourching Employees House Maid • Room Maid • Pool Attendant • Gardener, etc

Jl. Lestari Gg. Bakri No. 23 Moncok Karya - Ampenan Ph: 0818 544 921 / 0813 3954 6558 | Fax: (0370) 621588 | Email: tj_lombok@yahoo.com

LOMBOK PEST CONTROL TERMITE CONTROL RODENT CONTROL PEST CONTROL FOGGING

For Minimum 1 Year Contract GET 1 Month FREE! Jl. Lestari Gg. Bakri No. 23 Moncok Karya - Ampenan

Ph: (0370) 621588, Fax: (0370) 621588 | 0818544921 (Edy), 08175751643 (Muzahar)

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Puri Mas Gallery The Essence of Tradition, Luxury & Style

Fine Arts and Collectibles From Around the Archipelago

AT PURI MAS BOUTIQUE RESORT

Just 5 minutes north of Senggigi Phone 693831 for free pick up and drop off service in Senggigi area Jl. Raya Mangsit Beach, Senggigi, Lombok NTB Indonesia | Tel: 0370 693831 | Fax: 0370 693023 info@purimas-lombok.com | www.purimas-lombok.com | Skype: purimasreservations

Swiss Bakery & Cafeteria • High Quality home roasted Arabica, Robusta and Luwak coffee beans • Coffee Machine Rental and Maintenance • Oven fresh, made to order bread, pastry & cookies • Bread Supplier for Hotels & Restaurants • Aircon * Library * Notebooks • Best Cappucino - No Foam = Money Back!

Oven fresh Baguettes every morning at 9:30am!

TRY THE WORLD’S MOST EXCLUSIVE COFFEE!

Visit us at Senggigi Square Blok A/04. Ph: 0370 692085 / 0818365790 | Email: info@cafelombi.com

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PALM BEACH... Magnificent Land and Property for Sale

Palm Beach Garden Residential Plots - Palm Beach Garden is situated 5km north of Senggigi, in Klui - a quiet valley surrounded by hills and open to the nearby sea. Astonishing panoramas, natural beauty and always a nice cool breeze from the many palm trees. Easy access from main road near Jeeva Klui. Shared services and facilities such as garden maintenance, cleaning, laundry, catering, security and staff housing are available.

Palm Beach Hill - A new residential development next to Palm Beach Garden! Located on the hills above Klui Valley with wonderful views over the valley and Klui Beach, and across the ocean to Mt. Agung on Bali. Level plots with access roads and electricity connections are ready to build.

Everything you need to start building your own dream villa! But hurry.... five lots have already been sold!

Villa Senja Ayu Perched on the hilltop, this luxurious and modern designed villa consists of 3 bedrooms built to the highest standards, set around a with large infinity swimming pool. Stunning panoramic views across the sea and amazing sunsets! Must be seen!

Villa Gajah Mujur This superb quality villa is surrounded by 1549 sqm of peaceful tropical gardens and privacy walls. The main residence has a total floor area of 260 sqm with a huge living room, dining area, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a lobby, an open garage and large swimming pool.The villa also has a separate 55sqm guest house.

A comfortable and secluded villa in a lush valley setting.

Office: Gallery Intan Laguna No 3, Jl Raya Senggigi, Lombok NTB Indonesia | www.lombokrealestate.com Phone: +62 370 693 796 | Hp: 0818 544 731 / 0813 5341 4121 | Fax: + 62 370 693 872

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Special Feature

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LOMBOK WELCOMES ITS FIRST LICENSED Q-GRADER!

Since its opening, Café Lombi has become a well known place for coffee lovers within our expat community, as well as amongst tourists often desperately wandering around Senggigi trying to find a good place for coffee.

ratio, grinding size and roasting levels, which are all defined. Then we all use the same cupping form and quality scale from 1 to 10.

Starting out as a bakery, after a few months Café Lombi slowly began to shift its main focus towards the coffee sector. Because of his own interest and preference for coffee, Martin the Manager of Café Lombi had already build up a huge amount of coffee knowledge; from learning the correct definitions of the most common coffees, to roasting and blending, up to servicing and repairing all types of coffee machines.

The total points given are then subtracted by eventual taints and faults, leaving you with a final score of either below 80 (not considered a Specialty Coffee) or above 80, which leads to the Specialty Coffee grade. This common cupping system allows you to calibrate and discuss coffee profiles with other Q Graders all over the world.

Often he was asked where he got all that knowledge from and had to admit that it was all autodidactic accumulation of knowledge through the internet, books and lot of practicing.

Then through his main supplier he was made aware of the third “Indonesian Q grader” course held in Bali last November. The six day course and examination was limited to only 24 students and Martin found himself lucky to be one of these students.

After the successful completion of all exams, Martin now is one of only 34 licensed Q Graders in Indonesia, amongst a fast growing worldwide Q Grader community – and the only one in Lombok.

We caught up with Martin last week to discuss his love of coffee and what this Q Grader buzz is all about.

TLG: What is a Q Grader?

Martin: Q Grader is a skilled and credible coffee cupper who is able to grade coffee quality, both cup and grade, for samples submitted or any coffee which has to be evaluated.

A Licensed Q Grader is trained and certified by the Coffee Quality Institute to identify the quality level of coffee and grade the lots into Commercial, Premium or Specialty. He can identify attributes of basic flavors, detect defects and understand how to describe the cup profile of a coffee.

There are 10 attributes to be evaluated at a certain stages of coffee temperature; from Fragrance/Aroma, Flavour, Aftertaste over Acidity, Body, Uniformity, Balance, Clean Cup, and Sweetness, through to overall impression.

TLG: What was the course like?

Martin: I was surprised by the professionalism of the whole course. I mean, I expected a good course because it was very expensive but it exceeded my expectations.

There were 24 students all from the coffee industry; one of them came even from Singapore. The participants included roasters, baristas, coffee dealers, farmers and coffee shop owners.

I was able to connect with a lot of important people in the coffee business, so the course actually paid off before it even began.

Classes started at 7am and ended at 6pm every day, and were fully packed with information and examinations. It was a hard week, topping anything I have ever experienced, even in my years at University.

The course was conducted in English by Mr Rocky Rhodes, the Head Principal of the CQI and SCAA (Specialty Coffee Association of America), and assisted by staff of the SCA Indonesia and a lot of helpers. For one whole week we all had just coffee on our minds!

TLG: What tests or exams did you have to pass?

Martin: The examinations were very comprehensive. There were a total of 22 tests, which all had to be passed to get the certification. We were tested in all facets of coffee – from the plant, through to green beans, roasting, and brewing, with the focal point on cupping.

Martin: Q Graders all over the world speak a common language, defined by the Q Grader Institute; they have all passed the same tests and are calibrated. Therefore they have the ability to grade a coffee accurately and supply market demand through important feedback to farmers.

There was a General Knowledge Test, three Sensory Skill Tests, four Olfactory Tests, and five Triangulation Tests, where we had to identify different coffees in a darkened room only by the smell, and define its origins.

There were also Organic Acids test, Roasted Sample identification, Green Coffee grading, Roasted Coffee grading, and five cupping tests, where we cupped and graded coffees from Brazil, Indonesia, East Africa, Central America and Colombia. Aaah, we had some of the best coffees there – it was a treat!

Significant improvements can be made throughout the supply chain, which leads to more quality coffees. The “Q” stands for quality and the main purpose of Q Graders is to work to improve coffee quality. Farmers get better prices for better quality beans, producers get better green beans for roasting and blending, and consumers get a better product.

Martin: First, there are a lot of protocols that must be followed in preparation of cupping to guarantee a quality outcome. In order to speak the same cupping language, a cupper in any part of the world must follow the preparation guidelines exactly. Basically it’s about water temperature, water-to-coffee

TLG: What are the main benefits of the Q Grader System in the coffee business?

TLG: What does professional cupping mean?

TLG: What are the main advantages as a Q grader in your daily work?

Martin: Mostly I am more confident. I have earned a strong basic knowledge and I understand how to select green beans, and that leads automatically to better quality.

After my exams I realized that I was more respected by suppliers and producers, as they know about my qualification.

I have gained important knowledge about correct roasting, which I use every day to improve my roasting of our specialty coffees at Café Lombi. I now have the tools to produce Specialty Grade coffees which are accepted all over the world. I have already changed the roasting profiles for each and every single-origin Arabica coffee that I roast at Café Lombi. I roast only small batches and can bring the best out of every coffee I roast.

I am now able to blend special coffees for “Hotel Branding” correctly. We have also implemented a quality breakfast coffee blend, which is affordable and competitive with other brands. We try to convince as many hotels as possible to switch from very bad coffees (local coffee is often mixed with rice, corn or other ingredients), to use our breakfast blends. I believe every hotel guest likes a good cup of coffee for breakfast and the difference is only a few cents.

I like to share my knowledge and pass it on to as many people as possible. I have started training my staff, Mr Guna and Mrs Mila, and soon we will open a barista school where students can gain certification, giving young people the opportunity to learn the correct art of brewing coffees on all kind of manual and automatic coffee machines.

You know – I have the best job in the world.

My office always smells like fresh coffee and home-baked bread!

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The Cities The three main cities in Lombok – Ampenan, Mataram and Cakranegara – have expanded over the years and now merge together to create what is, for Lombok, an urban sprawl of shops, administrative centres and residential areas.

A visit to the cities makes an interesting day trip, exploring the numerous small shops selling everything imaginable at low prices. There are numerous pearl shops in Ampenan selling unset pearls and pearl jewellery at cheap prices. These are genuine pearls from the pearl farms on Lombok and Sumbawa and, if you bargain the price, are a good deal. Gold shops are also popular in both Ampenan and Cakra, with 24 kt gold being sold by the gram, regardless of the design.

For cheap and interesting food choices, explore the many restaurants, warungs and food stalls in the cities. Or just wander around the streets to soak up the atmosphere and discover fascinating insights into Lombok city life!

Ampenan was the original old port in Lombok during Dutch colonial times and some of the old architecture is still visible around the town, particularly toward the beach to the west. This area becomes a market at night, filled with warungs and kaki lima (food carts) for cheap, tasty food and local flavour. With its numerous shops, cheap hotels, dusty roads and plentiful cidomo (horse carts), gold and pearl shops, and its Arab quarter, Ampenan is a colourful town to explore.

Kebun Roek, just near the traffic lights in Ampenan on the road from the airport, is the site of the local markets. Every day traders set up stalls selling fresh produce from around the island, local snacks and products, live chickens and fresh fish in the afternoon when the fishing boats

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Mataram Mall come in. A stroll through the markets is a pungent and enlightening experience!

Mataram, about 3 km to the east of Ampenan, is the administrative centre for Lombok and Sumbawa (NTB Province), with government offices, banks, mosques, schools and colleges, bookstores, the main post office, and Mataram University downtown.

In Mataram, the Nusa Tenggara Barat Museum houses historical and cultural artefacts from Lombok and Sumbawa.

It’s an interesting place to visit and occasionally hosts special exhibits.

Displays include exhibits on geology, history and culture. Address: Jl Panji Tilar. Ph: 632159 for opening times.

There is a small admission fee. Also worth visiting is the cultural centre, Taman Budaya on Jl Majapahit. Music and dance performances are presented here regularly. Phone: 622428 for details.

Mataram Mall, on the main street in Mataram, has an upstairs food court for cheap local meals. Lombok’s only real mall, there are four floors of shops and stalls selling a vast selection of goods.

Particularly good buys are shoes, jeans, and copy brand bags and belts.

There is a department store, several electronics stores, and shops selling clothing, CD’s and DVD’s. Hero Supermarket, on the ground floor, is useful for some western goods, food and toiletries. The Chemist next door has imported toiletries, supplements and medicines. McDonalds and KFC have outlets on the ground floor.

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Cakranegara (usually abbreviated to “Cakra”) is Lombok’s main shopping area. It is also home to many Chinese and Balinese, who make up over 50 percent of the city’s population. The streets of the city make an interesting tour with gold

shops, sporting goods, clothing stores and very good fabric stores selling imported silks, laces and cottons, to name a few.

Many of Lombok’s weaving and basket making industries are located near Cakra; turn left at the central traffic lights and look for the market on the right near the bridge. The baskets in particular are sold in Bali at many times the local price.

The next large town east of Cakra, Sweta, has a huge market every day near the Bertais bus terminal, with all kinds of goods on sale, from foodstuffs to clothing, exotic birds, handicrafts and more.

Nearby Temples and Places of Interest Pura Meru on Jl Selaparang, Cakranegara, was built in 1720 by Balinese Prince Anak Agung Made Karang and is the largest temple on Lombok. Its three meru are for the Hindu trinity – Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. This is an important temple for the Balinese here and its annual Pujawali festival, held over five days during the full moon in September or October, is the biggest Balinese Hindu event on Lombok. The outer courtyard hall has large drums used to announce ceremonies and festivals. In the central courtyard are two buildings with raised offering platforms. The interior enclosure has 33 shrines as well as the three multi-tiered meru.

Pura Mayura, just across the street from Pura Meru, was built in 1744 as the court temple of the last Balinese kings in Lombok. An open hall or bale kambang (floating pavilion) stands in a large artificial lake here and is used as a place for meetings and to relax. Today the palace gardens are a playground for children. The temple sits behind the sedate water gardens and is open daily; admission is by donation.

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Sectio Caesar (Bedah Caesar) Apa yang dimaksud dengan bedah Caesar?

Sectio Caesar, Cesarean Section (C-section), seksio sasarea atau bedah Caesar adalah sebuah operasi dimana bayi dilahirkan melalui pembedahan/potongan (irisan) di perut ibu dan rahim.

Jika anda sedang hamil, kemungkinan besar anda dapat melahirkan bayi anda melalui jalan lahir (pervaginam). Tapi ada kasus-kasus tertentu ketika tindakan Section Caesar diperlukan untuk keselamatan ibu dan bayi. Meskipun anda berencana melahirkan melalui vagina, ada baiknya juga anda mengetahui dan belajar tentang Caesarean Section, karena hal-hal tak terduga bisa saja terjadi.

Kapan Sectio Caesar dibutuhkan?

C-section mungkin bisa direncanakan atau tidak terencana. Dalam kebanyakan kasus, dokter melakukan Sectio Caesar karena masalah yang muncul selama persalinan. Alasan anda mungkin memerlukan Sectio Caesar yang tidak direncanakan meliputi: • Keluarnya bayi lambat (labor delivery) atau berhenti sama sekali.

• Bayi menunjukkan tanda-tanda marabahaya, seperti detak jantung yang sangat cepat atau lambat.

• Masalah dengan plasenta atau tali pusat menempatkan bayi pada risiko.

• Bayi terlalu besar untuk dilahirkan melalui vagina.

Ketika dokter tahu tentang masalah persalinan akan datang, mereka mungkin dapat menjadwalkan dilakukannya seksio sesarea. Alasan yang mungkin dilakukannya (indikasi) Sectio Caesar yang direncanakan meliputi: • Bayi tidak dalam posisi dekat turunnya kepala dengan tanggal jatuh tempo persalinan.

• Anda punya masalah seperti penyakit jantung yang dapat diperburuk karena stres kerja.

• Anda memiliki infeksi yang bias menular ke bayi selama kelahiran vagina.

• Anda mempunyai lebih dari satu bayi (kehamilan multiple).

• Anda punya riwayat Sectio Caesar sebelumnya, dan anda memiliki masalah yang sama saat ini atau dokter anda berpikir bahwa persalinan pervaginam dapat menyebabkan luka akibat robekan Rahim (rupture uteri).

Dalam beberapa kasus, seorang wanita yang memiliki riwayat Sectio Caesar di masa lalu mungkin dapat melahirkan bayi berikutnya melalui jalan lahir. Ini disebut vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). Jika anda sudah memiliki riwayat Sectio Caesar sebelumnya, tanyakan kepada dokter anda apakah mungkin VBAC menjadi pilihan saat ini. Untuk informsi lebih lanjut bisa menghubungi poli kebidanan RSHK.

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The Southwest Floating in the sparkling turquoise waters just off the southwest coast are twelve small islands called the Southwest Gilis.

Unlike the famous Gili islands in the northwest of Lombok, the Southwest Gilis are largely uninhabited and have yet to be discovered by most travellers, thus they are often called “The Secret Islands”.

The Sekotong region starts just south of Lembar Harbour and features stunning beaches and bays set against a backdrop of rolling hills. The drive itself is a worthwhile trip, meandering through villages where life is largely untouched by tourism and where the people are involved in their day-to-day activities of farming, fish cultivation, boating and fishing, brickmaking and other traditional pastimes.

Along the roadsides you will see people building and repairing boats, laying out hand-made bricks to dry in the sun, working in the fields, and sometimes guiding primitive wooden ploughs harnessed to huge water buffalo, as they prepare the fields for planting.

The peaceful village of Taun (or Tawun), is situated on a wide, placid bay in Sekotong.

The ocean is sparkling turquoise and the dazzling white sand stretches in a wide sweep around the bay, while the hills behind form a perfect backdrop to this idyllic setting.

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Secret Islands, Pristine Beaches!

Laut), there is a small dirt road leading out onto a white peninsular of sand that juts into beautiful clear waters. Drive to the end for superb views and a close up look at Gili Genting.

Gili Genting sits just off the tip of the peninsular and at low tide you can walk across the sandbar and explore this uninhabited island. Old volcanic rocks and stone carved from centuries of tides create small caves and alcoves, providing shelter for picnics and interesting nooks and crannies to explore.

Back on the main road and slightly further south is Sundancer Resort, with Just out in the calm bay are the three its distinctive blue roofs dotted on the lovely islands of Gili Nanggu, Gili hillside overlooking another white sand Tangkong and Gili Sudat – all easily beach. The hotel development is still under accessible by local outrigger boats. A small construction. sign in the nearby village will direct you Across the road from Sundancer, on the to the local boat hire area, where you can beachfront, is Dive Zone – currently arrange boat trips out to Gili Nanggu and the only diving facility in this part of the other small islands offshore.

Lombok and the experts on diving around Of the three, only Gili Nanggu has the southwest islands, having pioneered accommodation for visitors, with Gili development of previously unknown dive Nanggu Cottages providing simple sites in this area. cottages on the beach and a restaurant, as well as deluxe rooms further back from the Dive Zone offer dive trips around Sekotong and the islands, as well as beach. The island is small and the beach in three locations in South Lombok – here has soft white sand and a good reef including challenging world-class diving just off the beach for snorkelling. off southeast Lombok.

Travelling a little further south, before the Past Dive Zone another few kilometres marine culture complex (Balai Budaya is Cocotinos Boutique Beach Resort on the secluded beach at Tanjung Empat. With 28 rooms, including beachfront villas with private swimming pools, Cocotinos is the only luxury accommodation in the area.

Labuhan Poh, Sekotong by Didiek Hariadi

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Labuhan Poh and Pelangan, the site of Bola Bola Paradis. This is a small hotel, situated right on the beachfront with comfortable and clean rooms at reasonable prices. The hotel also organises snorkelling tours and is a popular choice for those surfing at Bangko-Bangko.

The largest of these islands is Gili Gede, appropriately meaning “Big Island”. The island lays just offshore and is so large visitors often mistake it for part of the mainland. Gili Gede is easily reached by boat from the village of Tembowong and is only minutes across the water.

Gili Gede is one of the few islands in the area that has accommodation, at Secret Island Resort on the south, Via Vaccare on the northwest and Madak Belo on the east.

Gili Gede is large enough to provide a range of activities such as hiking to the hills in the centre for fantastic views across the other islands, exploring deserted beaches and hidden coves and meeting the people living on the island, who are very friendly and, as yet, unspoilt by tourism.

Secret Island has comfortable budget accommodation, including a unique bungalow perched on a pier over the reef – the only one in either Lombok or Bali. The Resort offers a host of activities that all the family will enjoy, while also being a place where you can get away from it all.

Secret Island can also organise fishing trips and island hopping excursions to the other beautiful islands in the area, most of which are deserted, about their comfortable 9m custom-built boat “Scorpio”.

To the south of Gili Gede, the islands of Gili Ringgit, Layar and Asahan are lined up like secret treasures in the calm sea.

Bounty Cruises, a Bali-based company, own much of the land on Gili Ringgit and have constructed a boat mooring and pier on the island. There is good snorkelling on the west side of Gili Ringgit, accessed by boat. Large gardens of hard and soft corals At the next intersection there lay just beneath the surface and the reef extends along most of the island’s coast. is a signpost to the right for Continued on Page 66

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66 The other side of the island, where the pier is located, has a fantastic white sand beach and is a favourite for guests from Secret Island Resort and Dive Zone, as the scenery and beach here are so lovely.

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It’s easy to snorkel offshore, just north of the pier and, although the reef isn’t as large as on the other side of the island, there is still plenty to see. Bright blue starfish drape themselves across patches of coral, and bright yellow and black Moorish Idols dart through the water. Schools of hundreds of small iridescent fish swim past and weirdly shaped squid drift by in the deeper areas.

We met a boat load of happy tourists on Gili Ringgit, out for the day with Dive Zone, who described the diving as some of the best they’ve ever experienced. Most couldn’t stop gushing about the huge school of turtles they had just seen near Gili Layar!

boutique hotel with charming and welldesigned bungalows here looking out over a breath-taking beach. Of a much higher standard than most of the southwest accommodation, each bungalow has a private terrace and western standard bathrooms with hot water.

All around these Southwest Gilis, abundant coral reefs lay just below the surface waiting to be explored, filled with thousands of brightly coloured tropical fish, huge sprawling blue starfish and magical turtles gently gliding through the water.

There is also a beachfront bar and restaurant serving western and Indonesian meals, and good snorkelling directly from the beach.

Slightly south of Gili Gede, beautiful Gili Asahan attracts visitors with deserted white sand beaches, clear calm waters and swaying palm trees.

Pearl Beach Resort, the only accommodation on the island, is a lovely

The resort is popular with divers and can arrange diving and snorkelling trips, as well as island-hopping tours.

Deserted white sand beaches call visitors from the sea to picnic on the beaches and swim in the clear turquoise waters. Pearl Beach is perfect for romantic escapes and for those seeking the tranquillity of a private island resort.

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Leaving Gili Asahan and back on the mainland there are small home-stays and private accommodations spaced out along the road to Bangko-Bangko – the surfing Mecca for those in the know, located on the far southwest tip of Lombok. The wide white sand bay is lined with fisherman’s huts and draws hundreds of surfers every year from as far away as Hawaii and Brazil to challenge the huge waves of Desert Point, just offshore.

Although the road deteriorates after Labuhan Poh, it is still passable for most vehicles in the dry season. During the surfing season, from mid-May to September and again in December, the beach is buzzing with surfers, but otherwise it is a remote and peaceful area.

Bali is clearly visible, with the island of Nusa Penida only about an hour’s sail away.

The drive to the point is dotted with bucolic scenery and tiny villages, making it a worthwhile trip even for non-surfers.

There is basic surfer accommodation in the area and plans for development in the near future.

The southwest is slated for tourism development and it’s easy to imagine hotels and resorts on all these beaches and islands in the future, as well as yachts, fishing boats, windsurfers, dive boats and the like. But for now, the Southwest is unspoilt and the Gilis remain the secret islands… stunningly beautiful, pristine and unique; and known only to the lucky few.

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Indonesia boasts some of the most magnificent scenery in the world and the south coast of Lombok rates as being among the best.

South Lombok has beaches that inspire photographers from around the world and draw crowds to bake on the blindingly white sands, swim in the crystal clear oceans and challenge some of the best surf breaks in Indonesia.

Kuta is the main town and tourism centre on the south coast of Lombok, and is the hub for exploring the fantastic southern beaches and the many points of interest in the region.

Located around 60 km south of Mataram and about one and a half hour’s drive from Senggigi, Kuta (sometimes spelt Kute) makes for a wonderful day trip from other points in Lombok, or an alternative holiday destination for travellers exploring Lombok.

With the Lombok International Airport currently under construction in the area, all the major roads are being renovated and the main road to Kuta is very good.

The new airport is located only 15 minutes north of Kuta and is expected to spark major development in the area. For now, the beaches are pristine and spectacular.

Kuta and the surrounding beaches have gained an international reputation for some of the best surfing destinations in Southeast Asia. It is here that the gentle waters surrounding Lombok meet the currents of the Indian Ocean, forming

great swells and surf breaks. Kuta attracts thousands of visitors every year for the great surf locations at Gerupuk, Tanjung A’an and nearby beaches. It’s easy to hire a board and a surf guide from here to learn surfing or, for experienced surfers, to access the more challenging surf breaks in the area.

The drive down to the south coast is an interesting rural tour of small villages and farming communities. Fields of tobacco, corn and peanuts line the roadsides and farmers till the fields using antiquated ploughs pulled by large water buffalo.

Just before arriving in Kuta, the road passes two traditional Sasak villages – Sade and Rambitan. On the east side of the road is Rambitan, a village that caters

to tourists and has authentic clusters of thatched Lumbung (rice barns) and traditional homes made of thatch and bamboo, with hardened cow and buffalo dung floors.

Nearby, on the hilltop, is one of the oldest mosques in Lombok, Mesjid Kuno. The small building with a thatched roof is considered holy and many believers make pilgrimages to pray here.

Slightly further south is Sade, a hilltop village with more Lumbungs and traditional homes. Both villages have been renovated and cater to the tourist market, but are still interesting examples of traditional Sasak architecture and communal living within the compounds, where life continues as it has for centuries.

Residents, who act as guides for a small fee, encourage walks through either of these villages and are happy to share a glimpse of their lifestyles with visitors.

The south coast itself provides plenty of opportunities for exploring beaches and coastal scenery of such breath-taking beauty it is hard to describe. Hire a car or motorbike and you can spend days visiting beautiful, mainly deserted beaches, both to the east and west of Kuta.

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Kuta itself is a small, relatively unattractive town of hotels, home-stays and backpacker’s hostels that cater mainly to the thousands of surfers from around the world who are drawn to the area every year to surf the left- and right-hand breaks out in the bay.

There is a good variety of hotels and restaurants for budgets travellers and one luxury resort: the Novotel Lombok Resort.

Designed to blend in with its environment, and with a stunning beachfront location, the Novotel is a wonderful example of traditional Sasak architecture.

Situated just to the east of the main Kuta area is Mandalika, named after the legendary Princess Mandalika. It is near here that thousands of people gather every year to celebrate the colourful ritual of Bau Nyale, when masses of sea worms spawn in the waters offshore.

Around 4 km east of Kuta is Tanjung A’an, with perfect white sand beaches and good waves for surfers.

Slightly further east is Gerupuk, well known as a top surf location and situated on a peninsula of land that juts out into the ocean, with stunning views of the sea, and the surrounding islands and bays. There is a good surf school here and no fewer than five surf breaks.

The beaches and scenery continue all the way to the east coast, with fantastic places such as Bumbang,

Awang Bay, Ekas and Pantai Sorga (Heaven Beach)… the name says it all!

Simple beach cottages and a charming restaurant sit right on the sands of Bumbang beach, for those wishing to stay a few days, surfing and exploring the eastern beaches.

To the west of Kuta are another series of beautiful beaches and bays hidden behind headlands and rolling hills, providing peaceful and secluded spots for picnics and swimming. All are within easy day trips of Kuta.

Ashtari, around 2km west of Kuta, stands out from the usual Kuta cafés and is a “must stop” for those touring in the area.

Perched on top of the hill with spectacular views over Kuta and the surrounding beaches, Ashtari serves exquisite teas and juices, and delicious vegetarian meals and

snacks that are truly out of the ordinary.

Mawun Beach is around 30 minutes drive to the west and is a picturesque, almost circular bay with small green headlands rolling into the ocean from either side. It is a spectacular beach with calm blue waters, perfect for swimming and spending a day lazing on the white sand.

Mawi, around another 7km to the west, has good right- and left-hand barrels for surfing when the swell is large enough.

At other times, it is a lovely beach with impressive views of Gili Lawang just offshore; with three startling pinnacles of rock jutting out of the ocean.

Further west are picturesque Selong Blanak, Sepi and Blongas, and many more scenic bays and beaches along the way; all are mostly deserted. The road deteriorates rapidly and the going can be rough at times. Be sure to use an experienced local guide with a good vehicle. The recently opened Sempiak Villas in Selong Blanak has a restaurant and several comfortable villas for those wishing to stay in this secluded region.

Steeped in history and legend, surrounded by beaches of almost surreal beauty, the south coast is a fascinating area to visit, whether your interests are historical, cultural or just the opportunity to see and explore some of the most beautiful and pristine coastal scenery in Indonesia.

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The Gili Islands Pearls in The Ocean

Gili Trawangan Three perfect coral islands, fringed with white sands and swaying palm trees, lay in the sparkling ocean just off the north-west coast of Lombok. For many years the Gilis have attracted visitors from around the world for their pristine waters, great diving and snorkelling opportunities, and laidback charm.

The word “Gili” actually means “small island” and so these islands have come to be known as “The Gilis” by travellers, who have long considered them to be at least equal to the appeal of Thailand’s and India’s south coasts.

The Gilis have sparse vegetation and rainfall, and it can seem much hotter than on the mainland. This means there is sunshine most days of the year, even when it’s raining in Lombok and Bali. Water is mainly drawn from wells or shipped from the mainland, so there is a need for conservation to preserve the limited resources. Be prepared for salty showers in most of the small hotels and homestays, although the larger hotels and villas provide fresh water.

There are no cars or motorbikes on the islands, and the main form of transport, apart from walking, is by horse and cart (locally called cidomo). There is a

good selection of restaurants, bars and accommodation on all three islands, with the biggest range on Gili Trawangan.

Telephone and internet facilities are available, and most of the normal tourist amenities, although there are no banks and only the larger hotels and dive operators accept credit cards. Moneychangers exchange at a slightly lower rate than the mainland, so it’s wise to change your money before going.

The islands provide ample opportunities for visitors to swim, sunbathe, snorkel or scuba dive with the many internationally accredited dive operators based in Lombok.

Popular dive companies are owned and operated by westerners with PADI qualifications, and professional standards of safety and environmental awareness.

Blue Marlin Dive, Dream Divers and DSM Dive Centre are probably the biggest dive companies, with offices on the Gilis and in Senggigi on the mainland. Manta Dive, Big Bubble, Trawangan Dive and Vila Ombak Diving Academy on Gili Trawangan also have good reputations.

Snorkelling is easy in the calm waters directly off the beaches and, although much of the coral in the shallow waters has been destroyed, it’s still enjoyable,

with plenty of fish to see.

At greater depths and at dive locations around the three islands, the pristine waters are home to an abundant variety of corals, aquatic life and thousands of species of tropical fish, at least comparable to the top dive locations in Thailand.

All three islands have developed independently and at different paces, giving each a different personality or style, and catering to different types of holidaymakers and travellers. This means that travellers have a good choice, depending on their individual tastes and what type of island escape they prefer.

Gili Air is closest to the mainland and the most quickly accessed of the three Gilis.

This island has the largest local population of the three and combines the charm of a tropical island, with access to the people and culture that make Lombok so special.

Diving facilities abound and there is nice snorkelling directly from the shore, particularly from the east and northeast beaches. The south of the island has some good surf, in the right conditions.

Gili Meno is the middle and smallest island of the three, with the lowest population. It is not as developed as Trawangan or Air, but has its own special tranquil style.

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The pace is a much slower, with the laidback charm of a true castaway tropical island experience. Small hotels and basic beach-side huts provide accommodation for those seeking a peaceful place in the sun, with unpopulated beaches, clean waters and quiet walks under the star-filled skies at night.

reached in less than an hour by local boat or 10 minutes by speedboat.

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While this reputation refers to the many fun parties held at different bars and restaurants on the island, it is a misleading description of this lovely place.

Gili Trawangan is the largest island and furthest from the mainland, but easily

There is a wide variety of accommodation on Gili Trawangan, ranging from simple

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The Gilis are easily reached from Bali via the numerous fast boat services now operating between Bali and Gili Trawangan. Alternatively, you can fly to Lombok and travel across to the Gilis.

Fast Boats: With Lombok’s airport now based further away in central Lombok, the fast boat services are a popular option, providing fast and easy transfers between Bali to Gili Trawangan.

The crossing between the islands can be treacherous in bad weather, so choose a reliable operator and avoid companies that practice “over loading” in busy times.

Gili Cat departs Padang Bai Harbour on Bali at 11.30am every day for Gili Trawangan & Lombok (Teluk Kodek) and has an excellent safety record. The return voyage departs Gili Trawangan at 9.00am.

With a crossing time of just over 1 hour, Gili Cat provides the quickest sea crossing between Bali and Lombok of all the fast boat operators. Price includes free transfers between Padang Bai, Ubud, Kuta, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua and Sanur – Bali.

Other locations are available with small additional surcharge. Ph: (0361) 271680. www.gilicat.com Blue Water Express, operated by Blue

Gilis. There are many different options, as described below. Tour companies and dive operators in Senggigi also provide transfers daily.

head directly to the ticket office on the beachfront. Public ferry and charter boat prices are posted clearly on the wall of the ticket office.

HOTEL TRANSFERS: Many of the larger hotels on the islands now provide speedboat transfers for guests, as well as pick up services from the airport – enquire when you make your booking.

Be aware that public boats leave when there are enough passengers to warrant the trip, so you may have to wait for a while. Best times are between 8am and 4pm. If you don’t want to wait, it doesn’t cost very much to charter a boat, especially if you have a few people in your group.

FROM TELUK NARA AND TELUK KODEK: Teluk Nara is a large peaceful bay on the west coast, about 25 minutes’ drive north of Senggigi. Most of the dive companies and many businesses on the Gilis have their boats moored in the bay and transfer guests to the islands every day from Teluk Nara.

Gili Cat, Blue Water Express and Island Getaway also operate fast boat services between Lombok and Bali from this harbour.

It is possible to negotiate private boat trips (including fast speed boats) out to the islands with local boat owners here, thereby avoiding the hassles of Bangsal.

Water Safaris, provides transfers between Bali and Gili Trawangan. BWS operates two boats, with 25 and 15 passenger capacities, departing from Serangan (near Benoa Harbour) at 8am and 10am, and from Padang Bai Harbour at 11.15am every day. Return transfer from Gili Trawangan is at 11am. Fares include air conditioned hotel transfers in Bali. Ph: (0361) 723 479. www.bwsbali.com Gili Getaway is a comfortable fast boat departing from Benoa Harbour, Bali (only 20 mins from Kuta) daily at 8am. The crossing takes around 2 hours to Gili Trawangan and Teluk Kodek on Lombok.

Ph Bali: (0361) 751570 / 726 523; or Bali: 0819 1673 3051; Gili T: 0878 6432 2515. www.island-getaway.com Gili Bookings.com is an online booking service offering easy reservations with the leading fast boat operators between Bali and Lombok. Availability checks, schedules and e-ticketing, as well as accommodation options and more, are all available online from their website: www.gilibookings. com

By Plane: Fly to Lombok and either stay on the mainland before making a trip out to the Gilis or travel to Senggigi (1 hour 15 minutes) to arrange transport to the

At the northern end of the bay is Teluk Kodek, where Vila Ombak, The Beach House, ko ko mo and Scallywags have bases for transferring their guests by speedboat to the Gilis.

MENTIGI BAY: Also on the west coast, a few kilometres before Teluk Nara, Mentigi Bay is a base for Blue Water Cruises.

The company offers relaxing day cruises around the Gilis onboard a beautiful traditional phinisi boat, with plenty of opportunities for swimming and snorkelling.

Boats depart daily at 9am. There is a small café at the bay and a variety of fun water sport options available.

Blue Water Cruises also operate regular cruises to Komodo Island and other islands to the east, as well as dive and cruise packages. Visit their website for details: www.bluewatercruises.com.

FROM BANGSAL HARBOUR: Catch a taxi or bemo to Bangsal Harbour, the small harbour on the north-west coast, about 30 minutes from Senggigi.

Public ferries (really just large outrigger boats) depart regularly to all three islands and charters are available, with prices depending on the number of passengers and your bargaining skills.

Unfortunately, the area is plagued by touts and scams, so ignore them and

Don’t let anyone carry your bags or, if they offer to carry baggage, negotiate a price first.

Ignore people who tell you that there are no return public transfers… there are; or that there is no water, mosquito repellent, etc., on the islands. All the essentials are readily available at shops on all three islands. Bangsal is a pretty area; it’s a shame some of the touts try to ruin it for everyone.

If you get stuck at the harbour in the evening, there are some basic home-stays on the road from the beach.

Arnel is a nice option with pretty rooms at reasonable prices. The attached Salero Minang restaurant serves delicious Minang meals and the friendly owners can help with everything from vehicle hire to travel information and laundry services.

FROM SENGGIGI: You can charter local outrigger boats from the beachfront in Senggigi (in front of the Art Markets). The trip out to the islands takes around one and a half hours.

The journey up the coast in the morning is very scenic, but you may get wet on the way back. Make sure you negotiate a price with the boatman first!

A good alternative is to check out the many dive centres on the main street in Senggigi who offer reasonable rates for transfers, usually including pick up from your hotel.

Arranging snorkelling and dive trips inclusive of island transfers is a good way to save time, money and hassles.

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GILI ISLANDS FAST FACTS Gili Trawangan by Didiek Hariadi

There are numerous fast boat services operating between Bali and the Gilis. In good weather, fast boats can make the crossing in around 80 minutes but in heavy seas the trip can take two hours or more.

Make sure you choose a reputable company who care about passenger comfort and safety, rather than “pack them in and profit”. Check weather conditions before going – the Lombok Strait is one of the deepest bodies of water in the world and seas can get very rough, with waves up to 5 metres in bad weather. Refuse to board overloaded boats.

It is also possible to fly to Lombok and transfer to the Gilis from the mainland. See “Getting to Lombok” and “Getting to the Gilis” sections for details.

Electricity on all three Gilis is supplied by generators and blackouts are sometimes a problem. Many places have their own emergency generators but the smaller businesses may rely on candles and lanterns when the power goes out.

Water is a scarce resource on the islands and fresh water is shipped from the mainland daily. A business on Gili T now supplies desalinated water and fresh water showers are becoming common. However, smaller hotels and home-stays may only

provide salt water showers. Use bottled water to rinse off.

The tap water on all the islands is not suitable for drinking but bottled water is cheap and readily available.

Internet is available on the Gilis at internet cafés and most larger hotels and restaurants. Connections can be intermittent and speeds are generally slow.

ATM machines are available on Gili Trawangan and Gili Air. Credit cards are accepted at most dive shops and larger hotels and restaurants. Money changers are available on all the islands, although the rate is lower than on Lombok.

Health services on the islands are limited.

There is a 24-hour Clinic at Hotel Vila Ombak on Gili T, and small local clinics on Gili Meno and Air. Dive shop staff have emergency first aid training and basic medical supplies but for anything serious, get to the mainland as fast as possible.

Weather is generally hotter on the islands than mainland Lombok. Make sure you drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and use sun protection, even on cloudy days.

There is no motorised transport on any of the islands. Walk, ride a bicycle or ride in a cidomo (local horse cart). None of

the islands is very large, so walking is an easy option. Bicycles can be hired for between Rp 25,000 and Rp 50,000 per day, depending on the type and condition of the bike. Some hotels provide bikes free of charge for guests.

Cidomo fares are now fixed by law and fares are displayed in the front of the cart.

Generally, short distances will cost around Rp 40,000; a round-the-island tour costs Rp 125,000 on Gili T. Dress is casual on the islands and it is normal to see tourists walking around in swimsuits, sarongs and shorts. Remember that the islands’ residents are Muslim and nude or topless sunbathing is frowned upon. Please respect island sensibilities and keep clothes on!

Mosquitoes can sometimes be a problem, especially during rainy season. DEET repellents are the best protection and local products such as “Autan” and “OFF!” are relatively cheap and readily available in the shops.

The Gili Eco Trust (GET) is a non-profit organisation based on Gili T that works to protect and conserve the environment.

GET activities include reef conservation, resource management, waste management and education programmes, to name a few. To date, the Eco Trust has installed 63 Bio Rock structures around the islands. The metal frame structures create artificial reefs using low voltage current to promote new coral growth and provide homes for schools of fish and reef creatures.

The Eco Trust raises funds for its programmes through an Eco-tax of Rp 50,000 collected from divers on the islands.

Clean-up days, to collect rubbish from the beach and sea, take place on the first Friday of every month on Gili T. Register at Gili T dive shops and join in the fun!

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89 When you are learning to dive, if there are lots of students in your group there is less time that the instructor can spend with you. This means you can often tell which divers were trained in large groups: they are the ones flapping their arms around while you take action to avoid them hitting you in the face. (In the interests of fairness though, some people are naturals, so this is not always the case).

Cute coconut shell turtles for sale The interesting thing about the Gilis is that pretty much all the dive shops have a “small group policy” and most have a maximum of four in a group.

The island is still quiet, which is really making me question if Gili Air actually has There are not many places in the world a ‘busy season’. On the other hand, there where this is the case. In fact, off the top are plenty of established bars on this island of my head, I can’t think of anywhere else and, for the last six months, many places that does, apart from those places where no-one really wants to dive. I learnt to dive in February in a flooded quarry in the UK a very long time ago. I had one-onone tuition but that was because no-one else was stupid enough to dive at that time of year!

Turtle off Gili Air have been building new accommodation.

This leads me to believe that, at some point, the island does have moments that are really busy.

I am sure that July and August must have lots of tourists. However, this is only two months and, unless it’s so busy that you can’t see sand for people, the amount of tourist facilities on the island suggests that June and September are busy, too, and maybe even May. At our dive shop, we have seen enquires steadily picking up and now have people booked in for the next few months. The tourists must arrive enmasse at some point.

Alex and I run, perhaps, the smallest dive shop on the island. Our aim is to provide a truly personal service and train excellent divers. We keep our groups very small and always do our best to do that little bit extra.

If a photo is not enough of a memento of your dive, the excellent craft stall five minutes up the road from Villa Karang offers some very cute turtle ornaments.

They are made out of coconut and shells and are very pretty. There are lots of souvenirs to choose from there, too. You can even ask for things like necklaces to be made to order if you want something truly original.

The young man who runs that stall, Masin, is friendly and approachable, so say “Hello” to him if you see him. If you have any special requests for a unique piece of jewellery, I’m sure he would be happy to help.

I would hate to tempt the fates but the rainy season appears to be over. Apart from one five-minute downpour, it has not rained now for over two weeks.

In fact, it seems to be getting hotter and hotter all the time; I always have a fan with me now. He just yells, “Dante, you’re amazing!” which does nothing for the heat but is great for my ego!

some of the colours that disappear due to how water affects light quality as you go deeper underwater.

If you read my column last issue, you’ll know that our shop cat, Bones, had four lovely little black, girl kittens plus one adoptee tabby boy. Thank you to all the people who called in to say “Hello” to them!

In case you were wondering (and we are asked this a lot), the Gilis aren’t full of injured cats, as one customer assured me the other day.

There is a genetic trait that runs through the cats in Indonesia, which accounts for their tails being of various lengths and, sometimes, bent. My favourites are the cats that have curly tails like piglets!

If you are on the island feel free to pop in with name suggestions for the kittens and, if you see me on my sunny step outside the shop, come in and say “Hello”.

There are perhaps two other unique things about diving the Gilis. There are many dive sites where you’ll see very few, if any, other divers.

We have a motto about wanting to see fish rather than divers and do our best to plan our dive trips so that we arrive at the sites at different time slots to other dive shops.

The second thing is that you have a 99% chance of seeing turtles at several of our dive sites. The turtles are generally friendly and let you get nice and close to them – no touching, of course.

They are actually so friendly that it is very easy to get a decent photo of a turtle on your dive. We have a camera at our shop that we hire out to divers and snorkellers and they always seem to come back with some great shots.

We put their ten best pictures through Photoshop as part of the hire price to ensure that the quality is perfect, but we don’t add any fish; we just bring back

Puffer Fish seen last week

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