The Lombok Guide Issue 124

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Issue 124 | 17 September – 1 October 2012

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SHERATON 75TH ANNIVERSARY

IN GOOD TASTE

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

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KUNINGAN IN LOMBOK! Balinese temples throughout Lombok were beautifully decorated and busy with crowds as our island’s Balinese Hindu community celebrated Galungan on 29 August and Kuningan on Saturday, 8 September.

Batu Bolong Temple, just south of Senggigi, is an important historical landmark, with the temple perched on top of a rocky outcrop (from which it takes its name) and fantastic views across the sea to Bali.

In Lombok we have a saying: “You can see Bali in Lombok, but you can’t see Lombok in Bali”... and that’s certainly been true over the past couple of weeks!

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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, Dili, 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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HOT TASTE, COOL VENUE

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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.

Climbing Mt Rinjani by Iwan Haryanto

Mawun Beach by Barbara

BEACHES

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

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.

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.

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.

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

DIVING 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

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

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

Ekas Bay has two surf breaks: Inside Ekas and Outside Ekas, which are suitable for beginners to experts, depending on different peaks and tides.

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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ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES Aik Kalaq (Hot Spring Water) near Segara Anak Lake at Mt Rinjani by Koes Nadi

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.

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 eco-tourism 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

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 hand-woven 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.

Pura Suranadi (Suranadi Temple) by Barbara

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

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Tourism Information

Senggigi

Senggigi Bay by Iwan Haryanto

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WEST COAST RESORT

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 on the island is the sunset viewed from Senggigi Beach, with the bright orange sun sinking into the sea to the west and Bali’s Gunung Agung volcano silhouetted on the horizon like a giant pyramid floating in the ocean.

Senggigi Reef, off the southern point, has good coral for snorkelling and, in the right conditions, some decent surf breaks.

Canoes can be hired from the beach on the weekends and during peak tourism

times. Local outrigger boats (prahu) can be chartered from the beachfront for trips along the coast or out to the Gili Islands.

The main road in Senggigi is lined with small attractive hotels catering to all budgets, shops, tour agencies, restaurants, bars and nightclubs; many of which have live music in the evenings. There are a couple of supermarkets, numerous ATM’s and moneychangers, a post office and all the normal tourist facilities.

Senggigi is a relaxing and attractive place to stay, with a good range of luxury hotels and resorts, as well as mid-range and budget accommodations.

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

Malimbu by Koes Nadi

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.

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 and Holiday Resort Lombok are located in Mangsit.

Furthest north are Klui and Lendang Luar, with two hotels – Jeeva Klui and Hotel Bulan Baru – and long stretches of pristine beaches.

Mainly deserted white sand beaches, flanked by coconut groves and untouched by hotel development, continue all the way north along the main coastal road.

Malimbu and Nipah are two picturesque bays less than half an hour from Senggigi, which are good for snorkelling, swimming and getting away from it all.

Teluk Nara and Teluk Kodek are on a large bay that forms a natural harbour, about 25 kms north of Senggigi. All the main dive operators have boats here, which transfer guests to the Gili islands, as an alternative to nearby Bangsal Harbour.

Bangsal Harbour, less than 5km further north, is reached by turning left at the crossroads in Pemenang and from there it is easy to catch the public ferries (actually 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 beauty of Lombok.

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What’s Hot!

18 It’s going to be a big weekend for football fans on the 29 and 30 September and, for those wondering where is the best place to catch all the action, look no further than The Beach Club.

This popular bar and café on the beachfront in Batu Bolong will be screening both matches live on the big screen. You can catch the AFL Grand Final on 29th September and the NRL Grand Final on 30th September.

Join the lively crowd at the bar for a big weekend of footy, complete with ice cold beers and good Aussie food, such as meat pies, burgers, fish and chips, and imported steaks. Ph: 693637.

Sempiak Villas in Selong Belanak just keeps getting better and better. The exclusive villas overlooking the wide white sands of one of the most beautiful beaches on the south coast has now added in-house massage to their impressive list of personalised services.

Guests can enjoy an “Indulge Massage” plus manicures and pedicures in the privacy of their villa or on the dedicated massage balé perched on the side of the hill with panoramic views over the ocean and stunning coastline. www.sempiakvillas.com Good news in South Lombok too, with the long-promised road works finally being carried out along the 3 km road from Selong Belanak to Lancing. The road between Lancing and Tampah to Are Guling and the Mawun Beach turn-off has already been completed and is all new and wonderfully smooth!

Unfortunately, the section from Are Guling to Kuta (near the bottom of Ashtari hill) is still atrocious and there is not much sign of anything happening there as yet. Hopefully this is next on the Public Works Department’s list. At least, with much of the road

now in good condition, the trip by car from Selong Belanak to Kuta is around 40 minutes instead of 1+ hours… that’s very good news for those travelling around the beautiful south coast!

Bean bags – those throw backs from the ‘70’s – are now all the rage again! But the humble bag of slippery, slidey beans have now been re-incarnated in a whole new range of shapes and styles, from big comfy single chairs to long sun lounges with pillows, to wedges and seats of all shapes and sizes.

The Puri in Duduk Garden (the housing estate at Kampung Duduk, just off the main road in Batu Bolong), has a fantastic selection of all the latest styles, saving us a trip to Bali to stock up on these must-have beach, bar and pool accessories.

Made from sturdy, water-resistant materials, these high-quality bean bags are very competitively priced and available in a huge range of colours from The Puri. Ph: 0813 3955 5456 As part of their 75th Anniversary celebrations, Sheraton is offering a great value price of just Rp 75,000 for entry to the Sheraton Airport Lounge at Lombok International Airport.

The stylish and comfortable lounge is located upstairs, immediately before the public check-in lounge, and is the perfect place to while away the time while waiting for your flight.

Relax in the comfortable air conditioned lounge, and indulge in free coffee, tea and cool drinks, and delicious snacks, while enjoying the excellent facilities such as free WiFi, magazines and newspapers, and satellite TV… all for just Rp 75,000!

MENINTING TO SENGGIGI ROADWORKS

Work has commenced on the long-awaited roadwork project which will upgrade the main road from Meninting to Senggigi.

Roadwork is being carried out by the Public Works Department and the bridge is being constructed

by PT Waskita Karya (Persero) at an estimated cost of Rp 14,989,000,000.

The local government has been promising to widen and repair the main road linking Senggigi to Ampenan and the cities for a number of years. The project will include repairs to the existing road, widening the lanes on both sides of the road verges and resurfacing.

The project is expected to take 145 calendar days (or around 6 months) to complete, so expect delays when travelling this section of road for some time to come.

The final result, however, will be well worth the inconvenience!

A major part of the project involves the building of a second bridge across the Meninting River, which will create a dual carriageway to ease congestion on this notoriously dangerous section of road.

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Special Feature

THE WEDDING MARCH…

Lombok Style!

In the West, we’re all familiar with the ‘bridal march’ up the aisle but here in Lombok you may have a chance to see the wedding party march up the road!

Weddings are happy occasions anywhere, but visitors to Lombok have a unique opportunity to see weddings celebrated nearly every weekend, in the traditional style of the local Sasak people.

A Sasak wedding is a loud and colourful event, often involving the whole community, with intricate decorations to be made and special food to be prepared, costumes, traditions, blessings, and a lively procession to the village for all to join in.

In the local kampung (small village) the preparations are being made to host the wedding of one of the daughters. There is a quiet air of controlled excitement as the women work together preparing special food for the wedding, while the children laugh and dance in anticipation of the activity to come.

The earth surrounding the modest homes has been swept clean, the chickens have been shooed away, and a special area has been set aside and decorated for the bride and groom to sit in during the ceremony.

This area, called a “Pelaminan” is the place of honour for the newly-weds, and the chairs are framed on each side with elaborate “janur” –woven decorations created from coconut leaves, and adorned with colourful fruits and vegetables.

Marriage in Lombok, as in western societies, can take place in several different ways. One way can be as an

arranged event, after a courtship approved by both sets of parents.

The wedding can take place in the village as a traditional ceremony; everyone wears their best traditional clothing and the celebrations are accompanied by music ranging from gentle gamelan to the popular dangdut. The party will be as small or as large as the family can afford.

More modern and wealthy families these days hire halls, hotels and convention centres, elaborately decorated and orchestrated by event organisers and with professionally catered buffet dinners. The bride may choose to wear traditional dress or an expensive western-style gown, and be accompanied by bridesmaids and close family members dressed in similar finery.

These types of weddings are large celebrations that must be organised for months in advance, usually with hundreds of guests from the extended families attending. This can be extremely expensive and many times places a large financial burden on the families.

The less costly and more traditional alternative is to elope!

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Live Music! Great Food!

Good Times!

Every Friday ‘Ary Juliyant and Friends’ from 7.30 pm in the garden Delivery menus available at Asmara or sent by e-mail

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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!

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THE WEDDING MARCH… Lombok Style!

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The groom is proud and handsome, wearing his traditional Sasak uniform of a black jacket with gold buttons, sarong and sapuk. The bride is enchanting; beautifully dressed in traditional clothes, with make-up carefully applied and many hours spent in decorating her hair, which is crowned with a traditional golden headdress (“hiasan kepala”).

Together with friends, family and bridal party, they stand nervously awaiting the commencement of the wedding procession along the road to the bride’s village and waiting family.

From across the village, almost a kilometre away, the sound of drums is heard, followed by a discordant burst of sound from a keyboard. The procession is about to begin – the “nyongkolan” or the wedding march to the bride’s home.

Music is an important part of the wedding festivities and traditionally the procession was accompanied by the sound of large drums, known as “Gendang Beleq” and gamelan music.

Elopement (kawin lari) is common in Lombok and has been practiced here for centuries. Kawin Lari is usually a tacit agreement, with at least one of the parents of the bride or a family member being aware of what is going to happen.

The girl is “kidnapped” by her groom-to-be, to the “amazement” of their parents, and spends a night away from her family home.

The following day, the parents meet to decide what to do about this state of affairs, and a simple wedding is usually hastily arranged (to the relief of all concerned)!

Today’s wedding is the result of an elopement and the bride’s village is preparing to welcome the family of the groom to their community.

Everyone is neatly dressed, even the excited children, and many are wearing traditional sarongs; the men proudly wear their cloth headscarves or “sapuk”, while the women show off their beautiful lace “kebayak” blouses.

More often these days, the young people are choosing the newer “Kecimol” music for their celebrations.

Kecimol is a raucous fusion of drums with an almost military marching beat, overridden by wild keyboard playing in an Arabic style, and wailing flutes lending Eastern tones to the mix. It is an unmistakable sound, played at high volume, announcing the parade to all the villages and homes it passes along the way.

The children run to join in the parade and all along the road the people come out of their homes to watch, or to join in the joyful crowd; dancing to the music and adding their best wishes to the happy couple: “Blessings for your marriage!” they call: “Selamat!”

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Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort’s New Airport Lounge Indulgence is invited. Celebrating 75 years with RP 75,000 entry until mid-November. Now open, the Sheraton Lounge at Lombok International Airport (BIL) offers comfort and relaxation. Delicious snacks, cool drinks, fresh coffee and teas, a range of reading materials, free WiFi and laptop use, separate smoking room and VIP lounge. Because you don’t just wait here... You belong.

Book now at sales.senggigi@sheraton.com or call +62 370 693 333

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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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LIVE MUSIC 9pm - midnight Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

HAPPY HOUR 6pm to 8pm Buy 1 Large Angker Get 1 Free Small Angker

COCKTAIL SENZATION Buy 1 Get 1 Free

New Menu!

Delicious Meals and Snacks Authentic Lombok Dishes Daily Specials Jl Raya Senggigi Km.8 Senggigi, Lombok | Phone: 0370 693616 | Email: rsvp@papayalombok.com

The Gandari Villa Residence

The Gandari Villa Residence is currently under development and consists of 3 luxurious Villas within a peaceful and secluded compound, just 5 minutes from Senggigi and 2 minutes from the beach.

Each of the 2-storey Villas features:

“The Superior Craftsmanship, Quality Of Building Materials And Stylish Design Speaks For Itself.”

• 3 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms • Master has Ensuite Bathroom and Pool Access • Modern Kitchen with Built-In Appliances, • Store Room and Separate Service Access • Luxury Dining with Indoor / Outdoor Features • Spacious Living Areas and Upstairs Gallery • Private Study / Home Office with Balcony • Separate Maid’s Quarters • All Utilities (Private Road Use, State Electricity and Water Connections, STP Sewerage Treatment System and Phone Land Line) • 600sqm Land with Freehold (Hak Milik) Certificate • Landscaped Swimming Pool • Outdoor Entertaining Terrace • Garden Bale and Fish Pond • Separate Entrance and Covered Car Park

Putu Anggreni Beck, Jalan Raya Senggigi, Duduk Garden No.6 Batu Bolong, Lombok, 83355, Indonesia Phone: +62 370 619 4273 | Fax: +62 370 619 4123 | HP: +62 821 4777 7705 (English & Indonesian) email: reni@gandari.com / info@gandari.com / www.gandari.com

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CELLAR PARTY @ SQUARE RESTAURANT 3 ½ hours of free-flow imported red and white wines, a fabulous buffet including excellent sashimi, sushi and other delicious dishes prepared

by Executive Chef, Made, and the delightful service and ambiance of Senggigi’s top fine dining restaurant.

No wonder the Cellar Party was packed last Friday night!

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Bean Bags!

Many styles and colours!

PURI Leisure Furniture Jl. Raya Senggigi Duduk Garden No.6 Batu Bolong (Kampung Duduk) Phone / Fax: +62 (0) 370 6194 123 / 0813 3955 5456 | www.gandari.com

Comfortable Air Conditioned Dining Inside Sidewalk Al Fresco & Private Smoking Terrace Delicious Asian and Western Meals & Snacks Fresh Juices, Cool Drinks, Coffee and more!

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Every day 10am to late

Jalan Raya Senggigi, Galleria Shops (between Rambo Petshop and Anna’s Gift Shop) Phone: 0370 692070 | Email: papabesar_cafe@yahoo.co.id | Find us on

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Local News

SALE OF GILI NANGGU BANNED

Controversy has been raging this week, with the owner of the Gili Nanggu Cottages and Bungalows and the West Lombok government being questioned about websites advertising the island of Gili Nanggu for sale.

The main controversy seems to centre on the advertisement on the www. privateislandsonline.com website, which offers the island of Gili Nanggu, a total of 4.99 hectares, for sale at Rp 9,999,999,999 (approx. USD 1,053,325).

Gili Nanggu is a small island located just off the coast near Tawun, Sekotong, in southwest Lombok.

The owner of Gili Nanggu Cottages and Bungalows, Ida Bagus Oka, who lives in Jakarta, has denied that he is offering the island for sale and has stated that the website is falsely advertising the island for sale.

The issue was brought to the attention of West Lombok Regent, Zaini Arony, and was questioned by members of Commission II Parliament. Under Indonesian Law No. 5 of 1960 and Law No. 27 of 2007, islands may not be sold or privately owned.

Indonesia has long banned the sale of islands in Indonesia due to concerns of state sovereignty. The government only gives permission to lease islands for the sake of tourism.

Shares of a resort business, however, can be sold to anyone.

Gili Nanggu Cottages and Bungalows, the only business located on the island, has a number of facilities, including 10 cottages, 7 bungalows, a restaurant, and a turtle breeding area.

for islets off Lombok to a number of individuals and companies, West Lombok administration spokesman Ispan Junaidi told AFP reporters last year, when similar questions were raised about ownership of Gili Nanggu, Gili Renggit and other islands in the West Lombok regency.

The Coordinating Minister for Politics, Law, and Security Affairs, Djoko Suyanto firmly stated that the national government has a policy that forbids the sale of any island throughout the country.

Local newspapers report that the West Lombok Regency has offered to support Ida Bagus Oka if he wants to sue the website owner and has said they will be investigating the matter.

However, Agus Dermawan, Director of Conservation at the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, clarified that the sale refers to the resort on the island and not the island itself.

However, a quick Google search of “Gili Nanggu for sale” shows that Gili Nanggu is being advertised for sale on other websites.

Agus said that, based on data from the National Land Agency (BPN) about Gili Nanggu Island, around 12 hectares of the total 14.2 hectares area of the island is managed by two people who have secured the land use certificate (HGB) to build hotels and resorts on the island.

On the Ray White Kuta website (www. raywhitekuta.com) Gili Nanggu is advertised under the banner: “Island for sale in Lombok” and headed with the words, “The whole island is for sale!”

The National Land Agency (BPN) has been accused of giving ownership papers

This is not the first time that Gili Nanggu has been advertised for sale and the issue has drawn attention in Jakarta, where ministers are calling for an investigation.

SPACIOUS 4 BEDROOM HOME FOR SALE Large 2-storey home – approx. 200sqm / 1,800 square feet of living area.

Many windows, light and airy. Nice views from 2 upstairs balconies.Telephone, WiFi, and all appliances included 4 Bedrooms - 1 bedroom with ensuite on ground floor, large Master Bedroom upstairs with ensuite and air conditioner, 2 smaller bedrooms, (one with ensuite, the other currently used as a home office).

3 Bathrooms - all with hot water connections Large, dine-in kitchen with built-in storage cabinet and adjoining laundry room Large stainless steel water storage tank Front privacy wall. Solid wood rolling gate and swinging door for security and access to front lanai and interior of home Contacts: English: 0819 1593 8097 Indonesian: 0815 5817 0752 Email: teragram96714@yahoo.com

Situated in an established BTN in Montong, located between Sengiggi and Ampenan, with friendly neighbours Neighbourhood reflects pride of ownership

Rp 250.000.000

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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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Open 9am to 8pm, 7 Days a Week

NOW OPEN!

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NOW AVAILABLE IN SENGGIGI! Imported products, pastas, herbs, cooking oils, lentils, nuts, butter, cheeses, jams and sauces, Lindt chocolates, juices, and fresh vegetables

Try our home-cooked foods without MSG: fresh garden salad, chicken sandwich (grilled chicken breast and salad in toasted bread), spaghetti bolognese, spring rolls, or our delicious burgers with the meat patty made from fillet steak and based on a Slavic “cevapcici” recipe – all from Rp.15,000 to Rp.25,000!

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Fresh Salads Garden

Jl Raya Senggigi (30m from Asmara Restaurant) | 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 (next to Deli Senggigi)

Phone: 0370 693177

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

Lunch daily 11am - 3pm Freshly baked breads and homemade pastas, delicious sandwiches, salads and burgers

Dinner from 4pm til late Fine cuisine and fresh ingredients Steak, seafood, pasta and Asian specialties

Art Market Senggigi, Lombok +62 370 693694

www.dequake.com

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Exotic Style Treasure Chest Gift Shop

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

RETAIL AND WHOLESALE

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

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

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

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

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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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Per Week IDR Per Month IDR

3 700 000 4 500 000 6 300 000

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

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.

MARSHANDER SPA & SALON PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY & HEALTH CARE

Hair and Beauty – Trained Hair Stylist Facials and Skin Care – Body Shop and Biokos Products Waxing and Nails Massage, Reflexology and Body Treatments Spa Packages OPEN DAILY 10am to 9pm

Great Prices and Trained Therapists...

Come in and try our full range of services for beauty, health and relaxation!

Senggigi Square Blok A/05 (next to Cafe Lombi), Jl Raya Senggigi. Ph: 0878 6228 0693

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The Studio

Bookings:

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

info@thestudiolombok.com

Anna’s

Giftshop

http://www.thestudiolombok.com

Looking for nice presents or home decorations?

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

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

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3 EXCLUSIVE FREEHOLD VILLAS Located in peaceful estate 5 minutes to Senggigi 3 minutes to beach

2 spacious double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, open living areas, private swimming pool, sun deck and barbeque terrace.

Nearing completion... View now!

Prices from IDR 1,6 Billion / Approx USD 168,000 (offers considered)

Phone: 0819 1593 2899 (Indonesian) / 0819 3676 6611 (English) Email: wouter.linden@gmail.com

Great Bumbu Service | Tasty and Varied Menu | Delicious Thai Specialties!

Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner - On Senggigi main street, just south of the Art Markets Enjoy our fine foods, comfortable atmosphere and friendly service!

Phone: 0370 693 166 / 0818 0523 7126

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1 HOUR MASSAGE ONLY Rp 60 000

Complete Spa Services at Local Prices!

Open every day from 10am to 10pm Phone: 0819 1593 2899 Two convenient locations in Senggigi Senggigi Plaza Blok 3 No.9 (Senggigi Beach Road)

Galeria Shops (Near Rambo Petshop)

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Contemporary Furniture Outdoor and Indoor Furniture Highest Quality Synthetic Ratan Jl. Raya Senggigi Duduk Garden No.6 Batu Bolong 83355 Lombok Phone/Fax: 0370 6194 123, HP: 0813 3955 5456| www.gandari.com The

LOMBOK GUIDE

The most popular and comprehensive English language guide to Lombok ides rism Gu u s o T 0 0 35 o week w t y r e ted ev distribu

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Attractive advertising rates and effective solutions to your marketing needs Contact us now and be part of our success in “Taking Lombok to the World�!

Ph: 0370 659 4005

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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

Fashion doesn’t have to be expensive 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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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

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SHERATON CELEBRATES 75TH ANNIVERSARY

The Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort joined Sheraton Hotels worldwide in celebrating their 75th Anniversary this month.

here,” Alysha continued, “But I never expected to be lucky enough to do it!”

“We are proud to have our turtle conservation programme here and I thought it would be a great idea to release 75 of the turtles as a special occasion to mark our anniversary,” said Sheraton General Manager, Dominique Duvivier.

Special events were held on Thursday, 6 September to celebrate the anniversary and included games and competitions for staff and guests on the beachfront at the resort, a staff party and media gathering, and the release of 75 turtle hatchlings into the sea.

“We are celebrating our 75th anniversary throughout the world, with a total of 400 Sheraton hotels. Five of them are in Indonesia,” said Jelantik Suharta, Director of Sales and Marketing at the Sheraton Senggigi. “But we are the only resort to celebrate with a special turtle release.”

the hatchlings in a special purpose-built hatchery before releasing them into the sea.

Staff and hotel guests gathered on the beachfront as the small three monthold turtles were brought from the turtle hatchery located at the resort. As part of their conservation commitment, the Sheraton rescues turtle eggs and raises

Some of the hatchlings were hesitant at first – not sure about the waves and the prospect of all that water, after being raised in the sheltered pool of the hatchery – but eventually all found their way into the deep, bobbing over the waves and disappearing into freedom.

Cradling the tiny creatures in their hands, guests walked to the water’s edge and placed them on the sand to find their way into the ocean.

“This is amazing… really special!” exclaimed mother and daughter, Heather and Alysha, holidaying at the Sheraton from Melbourne, Australia.

“I had read about maybe being able to release turtles

“Celebrations at the Sheraton will be held for 75 days, from 1 September until 14 November, and guests will receive special discounts on food, beverages and accommodation. We are also offering entry to our new Sheraton Airport Lounge at Lombok International Airport for just Rp 75,000,” Dominique said.

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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. Raya Senggigi Km.4, Montong, West Lombok Ph: 0370 692106 / 0818 544 921 / 0813 3954 6558 | Fax: (0370) 621588 | Email: tj_lombok@yahoo.com

LOMBOK PEST CONTROL TERMITE CONTROL RODENT CONTROL PEST CONTROL FOGGING

TERMITE TRAP (recommended

by Australian Government)

For Minimum 1 Year Contract GET 1 Month FREE! Jl. Raya Senggigi Km.4, Montong, West Lombok

Ph: (0370) 692106, Fax: (0370) 621588 | 0818544921 (Edy), 08175751643 (Muzahar)

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PASAR CLASSIFIEDS

GOLF PLAYERS WANTED SENGGIGI HACKERS AMATEUR GOLF SOCIETY (SHAGS) Friendly, non-profit golf Games every week – Monthly Cup New members, tourists and casual games Discount rates!

ALL WELCOME!

Ph: 0813 398 11140 (Jim) | www.golf-lombok.com

LOMBOK ALUMINIUM We are seeking a Energetic Sales Person for our young growing company.

Fantastic opportunity Jl Raya Senggigi Km 4 Batu Layar Lombok Husna: 0819 3316 4360 | Terry: 0878 6155 1001 E: lombokaluminium@hotmail.com

FUTURE BY DESIGN

Interiors: Villas, Hotel Rooms, Homes, Yachts, Container Conversions.

Client perspectives, workshop drawings.

Contact Randall 0812 3776 1277 Email: randall@randall.asia

PT MULTIGRAHA KELOLAVALAS Authorized Money Changer (Pedagang Valuta Asing Berijin)

The Best Rate in Lombok !

Senggigi: Next to Taman Rest. Phone: 0370 693 680 Cakranegara: Toko Mas Melati, Jl. Pejanggik No. 1-3, Phone: 0370 631 567 / 633 748

Lombok’s International Standard School LANGUAGE COURSES FOR ADULTS BAHASA INDONESIA – Beginner BAHASA INDONESIA - Intermediate 10 week term commencing October 10, 7 - 8:30pm For Information or to register Phone 0370 647514, nusaalam@yahoo.com

RESTAURANT SUPERVISOR REQUIRED

Laut Biru Café in Selong Belanak is looking for a capable restaurant supervisor with good English, restaurant experience, energy and enthusiasm. Can start immediately.

Contact Clive on 0852 5321 3172

CONTAINER FOR SALE 40 FT – HIGH CUBE Excellent condition. Would suit: Storage, office, or house conversion.

Conversion drawings and 3D perspectives available (extra). Located in Lembar.

Phone: 08 12377 61277 Email: randall@randall.asia

Nyoman Transport

Safe and professional English-speaking driver with comfortable air conditioned car (seats 5 - 6).

Private airport transfers or airport to Kuta, Mataram, Senggigi, Gilis, etc Available for private charter and Lombok tours.

Competitive rates and friendly service!

Phone: 0819 1701 3714 Email: nyoman.mance@yahoo.co.id

WRITERS WANTED! For more details see Page 97

Discount Vouchers

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IMMIGRATION SERVICE FOR ALL YOUR IMMIGRATION

your personal business to Indonesia Indo-Ned will help you in running your business in Indonesia. Assistance for foreigner who have, or intend to have, property in Indonesia. Indo-Ned will also be your partner for business and administrative affairs including business reports, and monthly and annual tax.

AND INVESTMENT SOLUTIONS

Visas and Residency Permits Work and Business Visas Retirement Visas Police Permits Land Certificates Land and Building Permits Foreign Investment (PMA) Company Documents

OUR SERVICE INCLUDE: Company Registration: – PMA (BKPN, Act of Notary, Comicile License, Tax Register, SK-Kehakiman, TDP) – PT Local – Representative Office in Indonesia Other Licenses: Stay and Working Visa, Import License, SRP & NPIK Legal Documents: Tax Reports and Administration Assistance Our Offices: – Jl Raya Kuta No.68 - R16 Istana Kuta Galeria, Central Parkir Kuta, Bali. P/F: 0361 769 102 | M: 0821 4795 7755 – CIK’s Building 2nd Floor Suite 215 Jl Cikini Raya No.84-86 Menteng, Jakarta Pusat. P/F: 021 314 5614 | M: 0813 1593 5911 – Kopelslager 2, 6641 GS Beuningen (Gelderland) - The Netherlands.

M: (+31) 630 368 263 | P: (+31) 024 677 0324 | F: (+31) 024 675 0862 Email: asimbolon@indo-ned.com / info@indo-ned.com

VOA Extensions up to 60 days

Office: 0370 692 253 / 0818 360 415 / 0858 5822 3619 perwiralombok@yahoo.com / damsiah@yahoo.com

DISCOUNT VOUCHERS www.thelombokguide.com PASAR CLASSIFIEDS & DISCOUNT VOUCHERS BOX (9,5cm X 4,9cm) ONLY Rp 50,000 / ISSUE PHONE: 0370 659 4005 EMAIL: kitadesign@hotmail.com

Valid 17 Sept – 1 Oct 2012

Present this coupon or quote “Lionfish” for either:

10% Discount on Fun Dives 10% Discount on Snorkel Tours 5% Discount on PADI Dive Courses.

Please book in advance by phone: (0370) 693 719 or visit our offices at the Holiday Resort / Senggigi Beach Hotel * Discount applies to a min 2 people – Not in addition to any other promotions or discount offers

Bring this voucher in for

10% Discount on all meals

Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner Gili Trawangan, Lombok. Ph: (0370) 642 217 Email: wrapasnapper@dps.centrin.net.id

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Valid 17 Sept – 1 Oct 2012

Real Fish ‘n’ Chips, Fresh Seafood, Salads and much more...

“3 Day Package Deal” Standard Double Room + 2 breakfast, + free use of double Kayak, Rp 400.000 On presentation of this coupon Phone: 0818 0376 2001 secretislandresort@xl.blackberry.com | www.secretislandresort.com

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EL NIÑO LIKELY AGAIN THIS YEAR

Official forecasts are for the development of an El Niño weather pattern during September 2012, possibly persisting through to December-February, 2012-13.

The big unknown is how intense and how long the developing El Niño phenomenon will be.

El Niño is a warming of sea-surface temperatures in the equatorial Pacific that occurs every four to 12 years. It is the opposite of the very closely related La Nina pattern, which often triggers floods in Australia and parts of Asia.

Officials said that a normal to weak El Niño weather pattern in Indonesia will persist until the end of the year and will potentially reduce rainfall in the eastern parts of the country, As the warm water oceanic currents that define El Niño shift across the Globe, weather patterns can change dramatically, wreaking havoc with either too much rain, or not nearly enough.

The weather phenomenon can bring drought and floods to parts of the world, and could trigger widespread disruption in global food supplies, raising alarm over a possible repeat of a 2008 food crisis.

Coffee, cocoa, rice and sugar output in Southeast Asia can also be hit.

The worst El Niño on record in 1997-8 killed more than 2,000 people and caused property damage estimated at $33 billion.

The long dry season is already causing water shortages and crop failures in an estimated 22 villages in Lombok.

Parts of the island, particularly in East Lombok, have already been receiving clean water supplies from the government for over a month.

The state water company, PDAM, has been stretched trying to supply clean water for drinking and washing, with a limited number of water tankers available to service the area.

Some villagers have been forced to buy water from traders at a cost of around Rp 350,000 per tank.

Water shortages affect around 20,000 people in Lombok every year, mainly in the eastern and central Lombok regencies.

Most of the problem areas do not have water reservoirs and rely on village wells and nearby streams for water.

During the dry season, many of these dry up, leaving the communities with no water.

The Pandanduri dam project, launched by President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in 2010 in East Lombok, and estimated to cost around Rp 500 billion to construct, has yet to eventuate.

Similarly, a project to divert water from the north of the island to the south via the Tereng Wilis pipeline in East Lombok has also not been realised.

The dry periods prior to the first planting season are becoming longer and less predictable, with greater frequency and intensity; most likely due to climate change and periodic El Niño events.

Lombok utilizes about 80% of its water for crops and rice production has increased in both area and yield over the past 50 years.

Similarly, the population in the province has also increased dramatically.

These two factors, rice area increase and human population increase, are major contributors to the current water stresses that are found in the region.

In Lombok, the Mount Rinjani catchment is more accessible and perhaps in better condition than others, but during the last twenty years, more than 400 springs have dried up on Mount Rinjani, most likely from de-forestation.

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Tongue-in-cheek answers to your personal and building problems

bread on the side. A friend of mine has persuaded me to end the evening meal with a glass of whiskey as a night cap and this has now become a regular ritual. Is there any danger to my health by doing this?

MR FIXER: A professor of chemistry wanted to teach his 5th grade class a lesson about the evils of alcohol, so he produced an experiment that involved a glass of water, a glass of whiskey and two worms.

QUESTION: My wife and I are holidaying in the fun filled town of Senggigi with its many bars and restaurants where we have “Now, class, observe closely the worms,” said the professor putting a worm first into started to go from bar to bar in search of the water. The worm in the water writhed friends and fun. about, happy as a worm in water could be.

We always seem to end up in the Happy The second worm, he put into the whiskey.

Café where I can get my sinuses cleared It writhed painfully, and quickly sank to the for free. Inevitably, one drink can lead to bottom, dead as a doornail. another and it is sometimes difficult to know where to stop. What do you suggest “Now, what lesson can we derive from this the drinking limit should be? experiment?” the professor asked.

MR FIXER: My friend George Little Johnny, who naturally sits at recommends only one drink for his wife the back, raised his hand and wisely, all night. There is a good reason for this. responded... “Drink whiskey and you won’t Apparently, after only one drink she can get worms!” feel it. After two drinks…. anyone can!

You have been warned!

QUESTION: The holiday town of Senggigi QUESTION: My wife and I have been on has many attractions with its bars and the delightful holiday island of Lombok restaurants. We even have three new with its blue sky and swaying palm trees supermarkets (2 of which are now open for several weeks now and we have 24/7) to add to the original two. decided to buy some land and build the Most restaurants serve wine with meals villa of our dreams. on offer. My personal favourite is a glass We have looked at land on a hill with a of red with a pizza and olives, with garlic

sea view and flat land with rice field views and land with valley views. We have also looked at beach front land and cliff top land.

It seems that inland plots (especially those with rice field views) are susceptible to mosquito infestations, especially during the latter part of the rainy season.

All these choices seem to add to the confusion and we are unable to make this difficult decision. Can you help?

MR FIXER: It is a personal choice that only you can make. It is true that the further inland you go, and on land where standing water is present for long enough for the mosquito to breed, the more chance there is of being bitten by the little devils.

In addition to malaria (of which there are several types), the mosquito can carry dengue, which can be just as deadly.

My friend George was faced with a similar dilemma during a long inland trek in the jungles of Borneo. After several exhausting days of hacking through the undergrowth, and with water and other supplies dwindling, he decided to pitch a tent and rest.

He arranged his mosquito net and settled in for the night. He was suddenly awoken by the unmistakable whining drone of a mosquito which landed right on his testicles. He said it was the most difficult decision he has ever had to make.

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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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Manfaat Kontrol Gula Darah Saat Hamil Sebagian besar calon ibu umumnya mencemaskan dampak diabetes terhadap kesehatan diri dan bayinya. Sejatinya, ibu dengan diabetes dapat tetap menjalani kehamilan yang sehat. Mengontrol kadar gula darah adalah cara terbaik untuk mencegah komplikasi diabetes. Bahkan, ketika hamil, kontrol gula darah menjadi lebih penting dari saat sebelum hamil pada penyandang diabetes.

Manfaat Kontrol gula darah saat hamil: •

Mengurangi risiko keguguran dan kelahiran mati Kontrol gula darah yang baik akan mengurangi risiko keguguran dan kelahiran mati.

Ini menjadi perhatian utama untuk kehamilan dan diabetes.

•

Mengurangi risiko kelahiran prematur Semakin baik kontrol gula darah Anda, semakin sedikit kemungkinan Anda untuk mengalami persalinan prematur.

•

Mengurangi risiko cacat lahir Kontrol gula darah yang baik selama awal kehamilan sangat mengurangi risiko bayi lahir cacat, terutama yang mempengaruhi otak, tulang

belakang dan jantung.

Mengurangi risiko pertumbuhan berlebih. Jika kontrol gula darah yang buruk, kelebihan glukosa dapat melewati plasenta. Hal ini memicu pankreas bayi anda untuk membuat insulin tambahan, yang dapat menyebabkan bayi tumbuh terlalu besar (makrosomia).

Bayi yang besar membuat persalinan pervaginam sulit dan menempatkan bayi pada risiko cedera selama kelahiran. • Mencegah Komplikasi Bagi ibu Kontrol gula darah yang baik akan mengurangi risiko tekanan darah tinggi, preeklampsia

(tekanan darah tinggi dan kelebihan protein dalam urin setelah 20 minggu kehamilan) dan komplikasi kehamilan yang serius. • Mencegah Komplikasi Bagi Bayi Terkadang bayi dari ibu yang mengidap diabetes mengalami gula darah rendah (hipoglikemia) segera setelah lahir karena produksi insulin mereka sendiri tinggi. Kontrol gula darah yang baik dapat membantu mempromosikan tingkat gula darah yang sehat untuk bayi, serta tingkat yang sehat kalsium dan magnesium dalam darah. Kontrol gula darah yang baik juga membantu mencegah perubahan warna kekuningan pada kulit dan mata (jaundice) setelah lahir.

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In Good Taste...

Welcome to Lombok! As an expat working here in Lombok, I want to share with all our valuable visitors a few of the recipes that you will try around our lovely island, so hopefully you can take more than just a great memory home and show your friends that – apart from beautiful scenery, sexy beaches, amazing weather and friendly people – we have some exquisite food available here and Lombok people do take their food seriously! Selamat Makan!

By Bryce Adamson, Chef and Beverage at Qunci Villas.

This is a recipe from Rizal Subhan, Chef de Partie garde Mange (cold kitchen) at Qunci Villas:

GADO-GADO

The history of Gado Gado: Gado-gado (in Indonesian or Betawi language), also known as Lotek (in Sundanese and Javanese), is an Indonesian salad consisting of boiled vegetables served with a peanut sauce dressing.

Gado-gado is part of a wide range of Indonesian dressing and salad combinations, along with lotek, pecel and karedok. It is differed from lotek atah or karedok because of its fresh and raw version of the vegetables covered with peanut sauce. Another similar dish is Javanese pecel.

Gado-gado is thought to have originally been a Sundanese dish. It is widely served from hawker’s carts, food stalls (warung), as well as in restaurants and hotels both in Indonesia and worldwide.

The peanuts originally came from Mexico, Spain and Portugal about 600 years ago during the trading heydays and have been a staple in Indonesian cuisine ever since.

In many places, to retain authenticity in both the production and flavor, the peanut sauce is made in individual batches per order, in front of the customers, to suit customers’ personal preference on the degree of spiciness (the amount of chili added).

10 gram Green Beans (blanched)

However, since the dish has gained popularity (because of the increase of Asian-themed restaurants), Gado-gado sauce is now mostly made ahead of time and cooked in bulk, although this is probably more common in Western restaurants rather than in Indonesia.

Sauce

Compared to Western and Indonesian salads, Gado-gado has much more sauce in it. Instead of being used as a light dressing, the vegetables should be well coated with the sauce.

½ tsp Shrimp paste

3 pieces Prawn Crackers 3 half slices Cherry Tomato ½ Red Onion (fried crispy) ½ cup White Rice (cooked) 50 gram Peanuts (roasted) 1 small Sweet Pepper or Capsicum (10gm) 2 pieces Chili ½ tsp Salt 75 ml warm water Preparation:

Many shops now offer Gado-gado dressing in dried blocks to which hot water is simply added, making it easier and cheaper to cook at home.

Assemble all vegetables on a plate, as shown in the picture or be creative and invent a new style. In the picture, we roll the carrots and beans in cabbage and assemble the vegetables around the rice.

Ingredients:

For Sauce

50 gram Water Spinach or substitute regular spinach, if needed. (Washed, sliced and boiled)

Combine all ingredients (except the water) and mash with a mortar and pestle, or blend in a food processor until fine. Add the water to the desired thickness, put in a pan and bring to a simmer. Ladle the sauce over the vegetables and serve immediately.

20gram Bean Sprouts (Cleaned and Boiled) 1 piece (20gm) Tofu (diced and fried in olive oil 1 piece (20gm) Tempe (sliced into fingers and fried) 1 piece Boiled Egg (cut into quarters) 20 gram Cauliflower (blanched) 20 Gram Broccoli (blanched) 15 Gram Carrot (julienned and blanched) 20 Gram Cabbage (blanched) 10 gram Long Green Bean or Snake Beans (blanched)

As always if this is too complicated or tedious for you, we welcome you to Qunci Villas and Chef Rizal will be more than happy to make this wonderful dish for you!

If any Lombok chefs would like to contribute a local recipe, please contact me at brycethechef@gmail.com

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PALM BEACH... Magnificent Land and Property for Sale

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The Southwest

Secret Islands, Pristine Beaches!

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.

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.

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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.

Back on the main road and slightly further south is Sundancer Resort, with its distinctive blue roofs dotted on the Secret Island has comfortable budget hillside overlooking another white sand accommodation, including a unique beach.

The hotel development is still under Along the roadsides you will see people bungalow perched on a pier over the reef – construction. building and repairing boats, laying the only one in either Lombok or Bali. The out hand-made bricks to dry in the sun, Resort offers a host of activities that all the Across the road from Sundancer, on the working in the fields, and sometimes family will enjoy, while also being a place beachfront, is Dive Zone – currently guiding primitive wooden ploughs where you can get away from it all. the only diving facility in this part of harnessed to huge water buffalo, as they Lombok and the experts on diving around prepare the fields for planting.

Secret Island can also organise fishing trips the southwest islands, having pioneered and island hopping excursions to the other The peaceful village of Taun (or Tawun), is development of previously unknown dive beautiful islands in the area, most of which sites in this area. situated on a wide, placid bay in Sekotong. are deserted, about their comfortable 9m The ocean is sparkling turquoise and the custom-built boat “Scorpio”.

Dive Zone offer dive trips around dazzling white sand stretches in a wide Sekotong and the islands, as well as To the south of Gili Gede, the islands of sweep around the bay, while the hills in three locations in South Lombok – Gili Ringgit, Layar and Asahan are lined behind form a perfect backdrop to this including challenging world-class diving up like secret treasures in the calm sea. idyllic setting. off southeast Lombok.

Bounty Cruises, a Bali-based company, Just out in the calm bay are the three Past Dive Zone another few kilometres is own much of the land on Gili Ringgit and lovely islands of Gili Nanggu, Gili Cocotinos Boutique Beach Resort on the have constructed a boat mooring and pier Tangkong and Gili Sudat – all easily secluded beach at Tanjung Empat. With accessible by local outrigger boats. A small 28 rooms, including beachfront villas with on the island. There is good snorkelling on the west side of Gili Ringgit, accessed by sign in the nearby village will direct you private swimming pools, Cocotinos is the boat. Large gardens of hard and soft corals to the local boat hire area, where you can only luxury accommodation in the area. lay just beneath the surface and the reef arrange boat trips out to Gili Nanggu and extends along most of the island’s coast.

At the next intersection there is a the other small islands offshore. signpost to the right for Labuhan Poh and The other side of the island, where the Of the three, only Gili Nanggu has Pelangan, the site of Bola Bola Paradis. pier is located, has a fantastic white sand accommodation for visitors, with Gili This is a small hotel, situated right on Nanggu Cottages providing simple beach and is a favourite for guests from the beachfront with comfortable and cottages on the beach and a restaurant, as Secret Island Resort and Dive Zone, as the clean rooms at reasonable prices. The well as deluxe rooms further back from the hotel also organises snorkelling tours and scenery and beach here are so lovely. beach. The island is small and the beach is a popular choice for those surfing at It’s easy to snorkel offshore just north of here has soft white sand and a good reef Bangko-Bangko. the pier and, although the reef isn’t as large just off the beach for snorkelling.

The largest of these islands is Gili Gede, as on the other side of the island, there is Travelling a little further south, before the appropriately meaning “Big Island”. The still plenty to see. marine culture complex (Balai Budaya island lays just offshore and is so large Bright blue starfish drape themselves Laut), there is a small dirt road leading out visitors often mistake it for part of the across patches of coral, and bright yellow onto a white peninsular of sand that juts mainland. Gili Gede is easily reached by into beautiful clear waters. Drive to the boat from the village of Tembowong and is and black Moorish Idols dart through end for superb views and a close up look the water. Schools of hundreds of small only minutes across the water. at Gili Genting. iridescent fish swim past and weirdly Gili Gede is one of the few islands in the shaped squid drift by in the deeper areas.

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66 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!

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.

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 boutique hotel with charming and welldesigned bungalows here looking out over a breath-taking beach.

Of a much higher standard than most of the accommodation in the southwest, each bungalow is spacious with a private terrace and western standard bathrooms with hot water showers.

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

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

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.

Pearl Beach is perfect for romantic escapes The southwest is slated for tourism and for those seeking the tranquillity of a development and it’s easy to imagine private island resort. hotels and resorts on all these beaches and Leaving Gili Asahan and back on the islands in the future, as well as yachts, mainland there are small home-stays and fishing boats, windsurfers, dive boats and private accommodations spaced out along the like. But for now, the Southwest is the road to Bangko-Bangko – the surfing unspoilt and the Gilis remain the secret Mecca for those in the know, located on islands… stunningly beautiful, pristine and the far southwest tip of Lombok. The unique; and known only to the lucky few.

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KUTA AND THE SUBLIME SOUTH COAST

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

Kuta by Barbara

South Lombok has views that inspire artists and photographers and leaves visitors from around the world speechless at the sublime panoramic beauty that unfolds beach after beach, bay after bay, all along the coast.

The proximity to the airport has already sparked an investment boom in the area and major developments are expected over the coming year. For now, the south is uncrowded, pristine and spectacular.

Slightly further south is Sade, an 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.

The beaches of the south 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 (sometimes spelt Kute) 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.

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.

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

Since the Lombok International Airport opened in late 2011, many of the major roads have been upgraded and the main road to Kuta is very good. The new airport is located only 25 minutes’ drive north of Kuta and has made access to the south very easy.

Traditional Sasak Village Sade

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.

Kuta itself is a small town with 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.

Weaving

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, or rice barns, and traditional homes made of thatch and bamboo, with hardened cow and buffalo dung floors.

There is a good variety of accommodation, restaurants and facilities for travellers and – with investment taking off –more options are opening all the time. There are plans for a luxury beachfront resort in central Kuta this year and smaller developments are already under construction.

At present, Kuta boasts just one luxury resort: the Novotel Lombok. The Novotel has a range of accommodation, from comfortable hotel rooms to spacious suites and luxurious villas, some with private swimming pools. Designed to blend in with the environment, and with a stunning beachfront location, the Novotel is a wonderful example of traditional Sasak architecture.

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Heading west from 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.

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; look for the three startling pinnacles of rock jutting out of the ocean.

Kuta Cowboy

Nearby Mandalika Beach is named after the legendary Princess Mandalika, a beloved character in Sasak folklore. 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.

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 organic gourmet snacks that are truly out of the ordinary. Open Tuesday to Sunday, for breakfast and lunch only.

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!

At Bumbang, Bumbangku Beach Cottages has simple thatched cottages and comfortable brick deluxe rooms right on a beautiful deserted beach.

There is a good restaurant, serving fresh fish and seafood caught by local fishermen, and easy access to the best surfing spots nearby.

Even for non-surfers, Bumbangku is a delightful place to spend a few days, swimming, strolling along the wide calm bay and relaxing in the peaceful natural surroundings.

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Kuta attracts thousands of visitors every year for the great surf locations at Gerupuk, Tanjung Aan, Ekas, and the beaches to the west. 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. Hire a car or motorbike and you can spend days visiting beautiful, mainly deserted beaches, both to the east and west of Kuta.

Selong Blanak is a long sweeping bay framed on each end by headlands and surrounded by rolling hills. Sempiak Villas has plush villas perched on the hillside with breath-taking panoramic views.

Laut Biru Café at Sempiak Villas is a popular place for a stop – or justifies a day trip in itself – and serves fresh and delicious snacks and meals throughout the day in a pretty restaurant overlooking the beach. Spend a day exploring the area, with lunch and a swim here as the highlights of your trip.

Further west are picturesque Sepi and Blongas bays, and many more scenic beaches along the way; all are mostly deserted.

The road deteriorates rapidly and the going can be rough at times. For exploring this remote area it’s best to use an experienced local guide with a good vehicle.

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.

Further east, Heaven on the Planet and Ocean Heaven (collectively known as HOTPlanet) currently has the monopoly on accommodation in the southeast, although there are plans to develop the Tanjung Ringgit area.

For now, however, these two exclusive properties provide the chance to really escape from the outside world in sublime surroundings. The resorts feature comfortable accommodation, good restaurants, swimming pool, a Spa and Wellness Centre and a host of water activities, such as surfing, snorkelling,

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General Information (Directory Assistance): (0370) 108 BANK / ATM Bank Central Asia (BCA) Jl. Pejanggik No.67, Mataram, Lombok Phone: 0370 632588, Fax: 0370 622347 ATMs - Jl. Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, W. Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - MGM Plaza, Jl. AA Gede Ngurah, Mataram - Jl. Airlangga, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Jendral Sudirman, Praya, C. Lombok - Jl. Langko, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl Raya Senggigi (Senggigi Square) Bank Danamon Indonesia Jl. Pejanggik No.117, Mataram, W. Lombok Phone: 0370 631322, Fax: 0370 633068 ATMs - Jl. Koperasi 1, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, W. Lombok - Komplek Ruko B1, Sweta, W. Lombok Bank International Indonesia (BII) Jl. AA Gede Ngurah No.48, Mataram, W. Lombok. Phone: 0370 635027, 633347 ATMs - Jl. Airlangga No.25, Mataram, Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Raya Senggigi, Senggigi, W. Lombok Bank Mandiri Jl. Pejanggik No.20-22, Mataram, W. Lombok. Phone: 0370 631311 ATMs - Jl. Pejanggik No.20, Cakranegara, Lombok - Jl. Taruna Jaya, Mataram, W. Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - Selaparang Airport, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl Raya Senggigi (In Front of Santosa) Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) Jl. Langko No.64, Mataram, W. Lombok Jl. Raya Senggigi, W. Lombok Phone: 0370 631046, Fax: 0370 631005 ATMs - Jl. Langko No.64, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Pejanggik No.68, Mataram, W.Lombok - University of Mataram (UNRAM) - Jl. Sandubaya, Sweta, W. Lombok - Jl. Selaparang No.37, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Raya Senggigi, W. Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Jendral Sudirman 51, Praya, C. Lombok Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Jl. Pendidikan No.16, Mataram, Lombok Phone: 0370 632246, Fax: 0370 633084 ATMs - Jl. Airlangga, Mataram, W. Lombok - Mataram Mall, Mataram, W. Lombok - Jl. Pahlawan No.92, Selong, E. Lombok MEDICAL / HEALTH CARE Medika Husada Clinic Jl Raya Senggigi. Phone: 0370 6644820 HOSPITALS Rumah Sakit Harapan Keluarga Jl Ahmad Yani 9 Selagalas. Ph: 6177000, 670000. Emergency (24hrs): 6177009.

Mataram Public Hospital (Rumah Sakit Umum Mataram) Jl. Pejanggik No.6, Mataram, W. Lombok Phone: 0370 623498 / 6604605 New Mataram Public Hospital (Rumah Sakit Umum Mataram) Jl. Bung Karno 1 Mataram. Phone: 0370 645045 Central Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Jendral Basuki Rachmad, Praya, Central Lombok. Phone: 0370 654007 East Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Professor M. Yamin No. 55, Selong, East Lombok. Phone: 0376 21680

Biomedika Clinic Jl. Bung Karno 143 Mataram. Phone: 0370 645137 Risa Clinic Jl. Pejanggik 115 Cakranegara. Phone: 0370 625560 / 632117

Fire Brigade: Phone. 0370 672013. In emergency call 113 Hospital UGD (Emergency Unit Service): Phone: 0370 622254 Ambulance: Phone. 0370 623498. In emergency call 118

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IMMIGRATION Jl. Udayana, Mataram, Phone: 0370 632520 PUBLIC SERVICES ELECTRICITY PLN Mataram. Ph: 0370 632182 PLN Senggigi. Ph: 0370 693535 WATER PDAM Mataram. Ph: 0370 632 510 PDAM Senggigi. Ph: 0370 693886 POST OFFICES Mataram: Jl. Sriwijaya, Phone. 0370 632645 Senggigi: Jl. Raya, Phone. 0370 693711 CONSULATES AUSTRALIA (incl. New Zealand, Canada) Phone: 0361 241118, Fax: 0361 221195, Email: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au BRAZIL Phone: 0361 757775, Fax: 0361 751005.

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The Gili Islands Unique tropical escapes!

Gili Trawangan

Three perfect coral islands – Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air – fringed with white sands and swaying palm trees, lay in the sparkling ocean just off the north-west coast of Lombok.

diverse range of visitors – serious diving enthusiasts, sun-seekers looking for the perfect beach getaway, singles, families, and couples of all ages find something to attract them to the Gilis.

An impressive array of sea life can be seen, including green and hawksbill turtles, morays, barracuda, reef sharks, occasionally leopard sharks and manta rays, and much more.

Every year the Gilis attract tens of thousands of visitors from around the world for their pristine waters, great diving and snorkelling opportunities, and laidback charm.

There is a good selection of accommodations, restaurants and bars on all three islands, with the biggest range on Gili Trawangan.

Visibility is very good and commonly in the 15-30 m range; and water temperatures average 23°C (73°F) to 29°C (84°F).

Currents around the islands can be quite strong and drift diving is the norm.

The word Gili actually means “small island”, and so these islands have come to be known as “The Gilis” by travellers. The Gilis are Lombok’s most popular islands and are consistently rated as top SEA island destinations by travellers and travel publications.

Although previously popular mainly with backpackers, the Gilis now attract a

While nobody comes to the Gilis for shopping, each island has many small shops selling essentials such as sunscreen, mosquito repellent, toiletries, cold drinks, snacks and more. In addition, there are cheap clothing and t-shirts, sarongs and local handicrafts stalls.

Activities include walking, riding bikes, horse riding and kayaking on Gili T, yoga, massage and beauty treatments, glass bottom boat trips and island hopping, live-aboard dive trips and cruises to nearby islands, fishing, sailing, surfing and all kinds of water-based activities.

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

Snorkelling is easy in the calm waters directly off the beaches, with plenty of colourful fish to see. At greater depths and at specific 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.

Many of the popular dive companies are owned and operated by westerners and PADI and SSI licensed dive operators, with professional standards of safety and environmental awareness, exist on all three islands.

Each Gili has 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 Trawangan is the most developed and popular of the three, with the greatest range of facilities and activities; while Gili Air has a relaxed, laid-back style and is popular with couples and families. Gili Meno is the quietest of the three, perfect for really getting away from it all.

Choose the island that suits you most, or it’s easy to combine an island-hopping holiday to sample the best of all three!

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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.

Blue Water Express, operated by Blue Water Safaris, provides transfers between Bali and Gili Trawangan. BWS operates two boats, with 28 and 30 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) 841 3421-24 / 0813 3841 8988. www.bwsbali.com

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

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.

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.

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

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

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GILI ISLANDS FAST FACTS

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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!

To find out more about Eco-projects and to support GET programmes, visit: www.giliecotrust.com

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The Beach House on Gili Trawangan is an innovative and contemporary resort set amidst tropical gardens, facing the sparkling turquoise waters of the Lombok Straits.

Accommodation choices include a range of private villas, each with their own freshwater pools. Pool suites sharing a freshwater plunge pool, and 12 bungalows set in tropical gardens.

The Beach House provides a range of facilities, including a beachfront freshwater resort pool and bar, and a beachside bar and restaurant serving international cuisine.

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The most well-known and popular of the three Gilis, Gili Trawangan is the largest island and the furthest from the mainland, but easily reached in less than an hour by local boat and only 10 minutes by speedboat from Lombok.

and Bali, together with singles, couples and families from all over the world.

The island itself is around 3km long and 2km wide, so walking is easy and you can cycle around the island in around 1 1/2 hours (but will need to get off and push Previously tagged “the party island” by the your bike through sandy sections on the Lonely Planet, Gili T (as it is affectionately west side). known) has moved on and up.

This is the only Gili to rise significantly above sea level and the hill in the south Gone are the days when backpackers is a great lookout from which to enjoy flocked to the island for Rp 20,000 a the spectacular sunsets across the ocean night huts on the beach and Rp 5,000 to Bali; or in the mornings, the brilliant Bintang beers. Today, Gili T has a sleek sunrise over Gunung Rinjani on mainland sophisticated side that becomes more Lombok. evident every year.

That’s not to say that the original charms that attracted tourists in the beginning are gone. The perfect white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters and laid-back island style are still there in buckets.

On the far south end of the hill are the remnants of old WWII Japanese gun emplacements and crumbling bunkers, but the hand-dug tunnels have been blocked up.

But the island has cast off its grungy origins and now combines the best of a tropical island paradise with a touch of chic and all the mod cons of a top holiday destination.

The main development on the island is on the east coast, particularly southeast in the area called “Sentral”, where the boats dock. The tracks inland are through coconut groves and pockets of development.

Gili T still hosts backpackers and budget travellers, but these days they are joined by expatriates and trendsetters from Java

Development runs all along the east coast with swish places rubbing shoulders with

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the older bars and accommodations. The north coast is quieter and offers peaceful alternatives to the central area.

Such is the appeal of the island, the south and west coasts are now dotted with small hotels, home-stays, private villas and a couple of larger resorts. This part of the island is the quietest and, although the beaches aren’t as nice as those on the east, the sunsets looking across to Bali are magical.

Accommodation on Gili T ranges from basic home stays to luxury hotels and villas. The old style bungalows with woven bamboo walls and thatched roofs are slowly disappearing, to be replaced by simple cottages with western style bathrooms to suit the budget crowd.

At the other end of the scale, boutique hotels and luxurious villas boast all the comforts of 5 star resorts, including designer furnishings, private swimming pools or Jacuzzis, WiFi internet, iPod docks, satellite TV and DVD. Restaurants rival Bali in quality, if not numbers. There are lounges and sophisticated bars, Internet cafés, movie “theatres” and beachside cafés galore.

Most restaurants and bars are located along the east coast, although the north coast has some lovely low-key options.

Dining choices range from the typical Indonesian nasi goreng to sushi; barbecued seafood on the beach to international fine dining; and everything between.

There is a lively bar scene at night and the island has a rotating party roster, where some of the top places have licences to host a party on one night of the week (hence the “party island” reputation).

These, and the full moon parties that take place on the beach during high season, are a big draw-card for the crowds of younger people who come to the island.

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Continued from Page 87 For those who prefer quieter entertainment, there are sophisticated dining opportunities, particularly at places such as ko ko mo, Scallywags Resort, and on the beachfront at Hotel Vila Ombak.

Cocos has an upbeat café scene during the day and Horizontal is the coolest place to chill out, day or night. The social options are virtually unlimited.

The best snorkelling on the island starts on the northern end of the east coast, where you can wade to the reef just offshore. The water is calm and there is a drift from north to south, making it easy to lie on the surface and float down the coral outcrops. Although much of the coral is damaged, there is still an abundant variety of tropical fish species to enjoy and patches of colourful coral.

These days, Gili T is a serious tourist destination with a good infrastructure and range of tourist facilities. Many of the larger restaurants, hotels and dive shops accept credit cards; there are ATM’s in front of Vila Ombak on the east coast and further north, near Horizontal, as well as on the west side at Ombak Sunset.

Internet cafés with Wifi are readily available, as are money-changers, tour operators and a large number of fast boat services. There is a tennis club and fitness centre at Kelapa Villas and a medical centre at Vila Ombak with emergency facilities and a doctor on call.

Horses can be hired from The Stud on the southeast coast; sea kayaking is available at Karma Kayak on the north coast; yoga, meditation, massages and other health and beauty treatments are available at numerous places around the island.

There is even shopping at the Pasar Seni (Art Markets) in Sentral and at any number of shops and kiosks all around the island, selling everything from pearls to sarongs to hammocks. Innuendo has some upmarket resort wear and Silver Dragon sells beautiful silver jewellery.

But it is the beaches and the diving that remain the main draw card for Gili T. People flock here to sunbathe on white sand beaches and swim in clean blue waters, to dive the fabulous reefs and to bask in the hedonistic pleasures of a tropical paradise.

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Further off shore, the island is famed for its vast gardens of coral and is one of the best dive spots in Lombok, which is why thousands of divers visit Gili T every year.

It is also one of the safest and easiest places to learn to scuba dive, with warm water temperatures, calm seas and excellent visibility almost all year round. There is a very good selection of professional western-operated dive shops and a range of dive locations suitable for beginners through to thrill seekers.

It’s been a slow evolution over the past 20 years for Gili Trawangan, but the island’s time has come. While the backpackers will no doubt lament, there’s a whole new scene unfolding on Gili T. A world-class tourism destination is emerging – without the traffic and pollution – set down on an idyllic tropical island.

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PROJECT MOMENTUM… Protecting our Sharks and Mantas Over 5,500 people voted for the project they believed should be put into motion, from shark and manta ray protection to cleaning up the ocean from the growing onslaught of trash.

The winning Ocean Action Projects are: Photo by Blue Marlin Dive

Congratulations to the Gili Eco Trust and Aquatic Alliance who have just won a grant from Project AWARE to support their marine conservation efforts in Indonesia.

Working together in a joint initiative called “Project Momentum”, Gili Eco Trust and Aquatic Alliance were selected as one of the five winners in the grant contest – and were the only project in Indonesia to win.

Project AWARE – a group of environmental advocates at the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) – received an overwhelming number of applications for their first ever Ocean Action Project.

Five winners were officially announced on 5 September after supporters and the public were given the opportunity to vote for their favourite projects via Facebook.

1. Semporna Shark Sanctuary, Malaysia: Scuba Junkies 2. Project Momentum: Working with local fishing communities to help protect Indonesian Manta Rays, Tigers and Bull Sharks, Indonesia: Gili Eco Trust and Aquatic Alliance 3. Koh Tao Debris Master Plan, Thailand: Save Koh Tao Group 4. Marine Debris Action Teams Create Plastic-Free Sea Turtle Habitat,Costa Rica: Dr. Chris Pincetich & PRETOMA 5. Community Based Shark Conservation Research to Guide Marine Protected Area Design, Galapagos Islands, Maximilian Hirschfeld

fishing and the impact their marine ecosystems will sustain by the loss of these fish.

2. Make recommendations to villages how to successfully shift focus away from shark and manta fishing towards more sustainable fishing practices that will benefit the entire community, versus a select few.

3. Gather fishery information on two key species of sharks (bull and tiger) and both species of manta rays to quantify these shrinking populations in order to provide the appropriate government officials with solid information in order for them to make responsible decisions regarding the protection of these jeopardized animals.

The winning projects receive funding and support from Project AWARE to make their conservation projects a reality.

The joint effort by the Gili Eco Trust, Aquatic Alliance, and many other divers, dive shops, and concerned locals aims to: 1. Create and present educational materials to several local fishing villages explaining the pitfalls of long-term shark and manta

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GILI MENO Gili Meno is the middle and the smallest of the three Gili Islands, with the lowest population and the least number of visitors.

The island has not developed as quickly as Gili T or Gili Air and suffered unpopularity when, in the mid-90’s, The Lonely Planet wrote that the salt lake on the island created mosquito problems.

This was untrue – mosquitoes are no more prevalent on Gili Meno than anywhere else – but the damage was done.

Many would say that the bad publicity was a blessing in disguise. Today, Meno is probably the prettiest of the three Gilis, with the laid-back and uncomplicated charm of a true castaway tropical island.

The water surrounding the island is clear turquoise and the beaches are covered in brilliant white sand, fringed with groves of coconut palms.

Although investors are steadily buying up land, especially on the west coast facing Gili T, there is no major development on the island as yet. There are a few upmarket villas, but no large resorts.

Fortunately, much of the investment taking place here is low-key and – perhaps recognising the pristine nature of the island – development tends to be along environmentally and ecologically sound concepts.

For now, small hotels and basic beachside bungalows provide accommodation for those seeking a peaceful place in the sun with un-crowded beaches, clean waters and peaceful nights under the star-filled skies. There is no rowdy bar scene and no

noisy full moon parties here.

Like all the Gilis, the best swimming beaches and most tourist facilities (including boat docking and departure) are along the east coast.

Although there are small places dotted all around the island, many of the hotels and restaurants are located along the southeastern coast, with beautiful views over Gili Air and Mt Rinjani to the east.

It is possible to walk around the whole island on a small beachside track in around 90 minutes. Those seeking total tranquillity head to the north and west coasts, where more development has been quietly taking place over the past year.

Mahamaya on the northwest coast has the most luxurious accommodation on the island, with two exclusive beachfront villas and more planned for later in the year. The restaurant is earning accolades

Good mid-range options include Tropical Hideaways and Adeng-Adeng. Tropical Hideaways, located a short stroll from the best beaches on the east coast, has comfortable and modern air conditioned rooms and a good restaurant and bar, serving delicious and well-priced meals.

Set in shady gardens, Tropical Hideaways has one of the few swimming pools on the island.

Adeng-Adeng is a new resort being developed along ecological lines on the north coast. Rooms and dining pavilions are set on unique islands surrounded by small canals in a pretty garden shaded by conifers.

Accommodation includes air conditioning and lovely open-air bathrooms, while the garden café and beachfront bar are already attracting popularity for excellent quality cocktails and delicious freshly-prepared meals.

There is good snorkelling in front of Adeng-Adeng and along the northwest coast, where it is often possible to see Green, Leatherback and Hawksbill turtles.

To swim with the turtles – these huge creatures that are so awkward and ungainly on land but move through their natural element with a breath-taking dignity and grace – is perhaps the most special underwater experience of all and a major reason for visiting Gili Meno.

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There is also good snorkelling off the west coast near the now-defunct Bounty Resort. Swim out to where the old pontoon has sunk and become a home for many fish.

Inland from the beaches, the island is quite dry with small homes scattered through the coconut groves. In the middle, toward the west coast, is a salt lake from which the local people still harvest salt on a small scale. It can be quite full in rainy season but dries up in the summer.

Also inland, on the main track from the east coast, Gili Meno Bird Park has some tropical birds and a few interesting animals. There is accommodation here and a great display of Beatles memorabilia collected by the owner.

Casual beachfront cafĂŠs and bars serve Indonesian and popular western meals, with fresh fish and woodfired pizzas being Gili Meno specialties.

Some provide low-key entertainment in the evenings, more so in the high season, but visitors to Gili Meno largely come for romantic escapes and a chance to rejuvenate in the natural beauty of the island’s deserted beaches, which some argue are the best of all three Gilis.

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GILI AIR

Gili Air is the island closest to the mainland and can be reached in around 20 minutes by local boat or five minutes by speedboat. Gili Air has the largest local population of the three islands, combining the charm of a tropical island with access to the people and culture that make Lombok unique.

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accommodations and restaurants have sprung up, with more to open in the next year.

roofed bungalows with basic amenities, close to white sand beaches and at relatively low prices.

Most development is on the east coast and towards the south. Scallywags, who have another popular resort on Gili Trawangan, own Scallywags Organic Beach Club on the southern end of the east coast with excellent swimming in front and a friendly atmosphere. The restaurant has taken island dining to a new level with its excellent menu and guest facilities.

There is a good variety of small restaurants and beachside cafés on the island, with many offering traditional Indonesian dishes and basic western fare. The beach barbecues with freshly caught fish are particularly good.

At present, Gili Air is a laid back little island with a beachfront lined by simple cafés and bars made from bamboo and thatch. Its main appeal is in its unspoilt nature, with few of the swanky restaurants The Australian owners of the successful and villas that have sprouted up on Gili Senggigi business, The Beach Club, will T… and that’s why so many people love it. also open The Beach Club Gili Air in midHowever, with some believing that 2012. Plans include charming bungalows, Gili T is becoming over-developed, similar to their Senggigi accommodations, Gili Air is taking off as an alternative with large bedrooms, private terraces and destination. Over the past couple of years, semi-open air bathrooms, as well as a investors have been snapping up land restaurant serving above-average island on Gili Air and a number of up-market fare.

Existing accommodation on the island is generally simple and until now, has mainly been the domain of the backpacker crowd; although the Gili Air Hotel on the north of the island has a variety of rooms and a swimming pool, and Manta Dive has nice bungalows with a swimming pool.

Many of the older places offer thatch-

The bar scene can get pretty lively in the evenings and, during high season, the island kicks into high gear with Full Moon parties on the beach.

Activities include walking and cycling around the island, sun bathing, and swimming, snorkelling and diving in the crystal clear waters. Yoga and meditation, together with relaxing massages and body treatments, are available at H2O Yoga and Meditation.

For exploring, there is a path running parallel to the beach and it takes around 90 minutes to circle the whole island. The interior is criss-crossed with a maze of tracks that can get confusing, but all lead back to the beach.

There is a good surf break with a barrelling right hander known as “Play Gili” off the south coast that attracts crowds when it is pumping. It breaks over sharp coral, so check with local surfers about conditions and board hire.

Diving opportunities abound and there is a good selection of reliable dive operators on the island, including Blue Marlin, Dream Divers, Oceans 5, Karang Divers and Manta Dive.

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The calm waters and good visibility make Gili Air an ideal place to learn to dive or to upgrade diving skills. There are a number of popular dive sites that attract divers from the other Gilis, including Air Wall off the west coast, Hans Reef and Frogfish Point off the north coast.

The water surrounding the island is of a colour hard to describe – a clear, translucent turquoise, made even more pure by the sparkling white sand beneath.

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Gili Air still boasts living reefs off much of its coast and there is wonderful snorkelling directly from the shore, particularly from the east and northeast beaches.

The coral starts within metres of the beach, making it easily accessible to anyone – even novices who have never snorkelled before.

Because the island is protected by reefs, there are few waves and the ocean is amazingly gentle, allowing snorkellers to drift in a dreamy daze above this

panorama of aquatic shapes and colours.

As is the case on all the Gilis, there are no cars or motorbikes allowed on the island, thus there is no pollution to spoil the clean air and the peaceful atmosphere.

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