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Sitting pretty to the east of Bali, Lombok is the chilled-out little sister of the Indonesian islands, favoured by those-in-the-know and a couple of digital nomads too. It’s tranquil, quiet and (for the moment) an escape from the well-trodden path. On a trip, you’ll find exploration and relaxation in equal measure in a landscape of rice fields, waterfalls and powdery beaches. Dominated by Mount Rinjani, Indonesia's second highest volcano, there are trekking and hiking opportunities galore, whilst the Gili Islands, a trio of white sand droplets, each offer their own unique charms including fabulous snorkelling and diving. Accommodation-wise, choose from a selection of utterly beautiful boutique hotels and resorts dotted along the coast and sink into laidback island life…
Beach havens like this don't come around every day and, whilst perched upon one of Lombok's, the view is nothing short of ethereal.
For the ultimate in serene, head to the south coast where beaches like Mawun and Selong Belanak remain nearly undiscovered.
Lombok may evoke a more laid-back atmosphere than its famous neighbour and it's important to remember that certain parts are still developing in terms of infrastructure. Adjust expectations and embrace the adventure!