After my Lombok adventures with Edy, I headed to Gili Air. This is where things started to feel like they were falling into place for me in terms of travelling.
On this gorgeous island with its laid back island vibes, cheery locals, coconut trees, clear water, white sand, exotic marine life and sunsets to die for, it’s impossible to be anything but happy.
On recommendation from Vici, who I had met at Serenity, I decided to seek out a more authentic travel experience. I found it, high in the mountains and jungle of Lombok.
I left Canggu last Sunday and boarded a fast boat from Sanur to Nusa Lembongan for the start of a few weeks of island hopping. Nusa Lembongan is an island heralded as a quieter paradise than Bali and the Gilis, so I was excited for some time away from the beaten path.
My out of office is on; my flat is (somewhat haphazardly) packed into boxes and bin-liners; I’ve had all the jabs, dusted off the seriously sturdy backpack I’ve taken on every trip for 13 years and bought an unnecessary amount of swimwear and sunglasses. My sabbatical has started and in three days I’ll be boarding a plane to Bali, returning to London in the New Year. WOOHOO!Read More »
