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Lombok, often referred to as Bali’s quieter sibling, has sweeping coastlines, white sand beaches, lust-worthy surf and one of Indonesia’s most sought-after mountain treks. Calling it diverse would be an understatement. It’s...
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According to the international media outlet Travel + Leisure, Gili Islands, West Nusa Tenggara, is the most searched destination on Google by those living in the United States in 2024.Such discovery, first...
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Traveling through Southeast Asia is a rite of passage for many backpackers on a budget, but this stunning region also appeals to vacationers looking for adventure, nature, or to lounge on a...
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Here are the 12 pairs of travelers ready to take part in the ultimate travel challenge. Let’s get to know them better!World Travel Hackers 2024 is upon us: 12 teams of two...
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You’re not alone if you are looking for a spectacular place to visit in July. Around the world, it is a popular month for visiting a new country, because you’ll have some...
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Twelve years ago, I made the difficult decision to travel alone for the first time. I was so scared to do it, but looking back, taking that leap of faith changed my...
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Gaining popularity with intrepid backpackers just a few decades ago, Lombok’s Gili Islands – Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air – have been a budget travel hotspot ever since. While midrange...
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This is a guest post by Luca Saunders. For the intrepid adventurers among us, Indonesia’s island of Lombok is heaven. Off the beaten track and away from the overrated city of Kuta...
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Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discountsGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailThe world’s largest archipelago nation, sprawling more than 5,000km along the equator, Indonesia attracts superlatives....
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What $1,000 can get you is extremely relative. In Manhattan or LA, it could land you a fraction of a one-bedroom apartment for the month, or a weekend in a decent hotel....
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Raw natural magnetism, historic sites and amazing beaches: Lombok is ready to steal the spotlight as Indonesia’s next island darling. Previously recognised simply as Bali’s sister island, Lombok is now a full-grown...
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