It’s no secret that Australian’s have enjoyed a long time love affair with Indonesia’s most famous island, Bali. Over 401, 503 Aussies had graced Bali’s shores by August this year, an incredible 47.18% increase on the same period in 2009. However, the Island of the God’s may need to get used to sharing some of the spotlight after the nearby Gili Islands were named in Lonely Planet’s ‘Top 10 Regions’ in the newly released Best In Travel 2011.
The Gili Island’s were the only South East Asian destination to feature in the ‘Top 10 Regions’ list, which was compiled by Lonely Planet’s staff, authors, and community of dedicated travellers and bloggers. The Gili’s, which came in at tenth place for 2011’s must-see regions were noted for their “irresistible...laid-back vibe overlaid with an anything-goes hedonistic energy”.
The Gili Island’s, a trio of atolls nestled just off the north-west coast of Lombok are enjoying a rise in popularity as news of their palm-fringed, white sandy beaches and impossibly blue waters reaches the ears of discerning travellers. The fact that the island’s have banned all forms of motorised transport also acts as an added incentive for visitors wanting to truly escape the rat race and enjoy a break where the biggest cause of stress is deciding which beach-side bar to frequent for cocktails at sunset.
The most developed and popular of the idyllic island trio is Gili Trawangan. Here visitors can choose from an ever-expanding range of accommodation, enjoy all night parties in one of plethora of reggae bars (except during Ramadan) or hop on a boat for a day’s snorkeling or diving at nearby Gili Meno and Gili Air. With over 25 diving sites surrounding the islands, diving enthusiasts will be blown away by the array of tropical fish, coral, sharks, rays and sea turtles inhabiting the surrounding waters.
Out of the water, the Gili’s still offer plenty of charm with a sea turtle hatchery on Gili Meno, a small handful of spas and an increasing number of beachside cafes and bars, providing the perfect vantage point to view the sunset over Bali’s Mount Agung or the sunrise over Lombok’s Mount Rinjani. Travellers can also complete a circuit of any of the islands by cidomo (horse drawn cart) or, for the more athletic visitor, a lap of Gili Trawangan, the largest island can be completed on foot or by bike in less than two hours.
The Gili Islands are easily accessible via speedboat from Bali (90 minutes) or from nearby Lombok (20 minutes). A number of operators offer daily services to the islands and tickets should be purchased in advance in high season.
For further information contact:
Visit Indonesia Tourism
C/o AVIAREPSThe Gili Island’s were the only South East Asian destination to feature in the ‘Top 10 Regions’ list, which was compiled by Lonely Planet’s staff, authors, and community of dedicated travellers and bloggers. The Gili’s, which came in at tenth place for 2011’s must-see regions were noted for their “irresistible...laid-back vibe overlaid with an anything-goes hedonistic energy”.
The Gili Island’s, a trio of atolls nestled just off the north-west coast of Lombok are enjoying a rise in popularity as news of their palm-fringed, white sandy beaches and impossibly blue waters reaches the ears of discerning travellers. The fact that the island’s have banned all forms of motorised transport also acts as an added incentive for visitors wanting to truly escape the rat race and enjoy a break where the biggest cause of stress is deciding which beach-side bar to frequent for cocktails at sunset.
The most developed and popular of the idyllic island trio is Gili Trawangan. Here visitors can choose from an ever-expanding range of accommodation, enjoy all night parties in one of plethora of reggae bars (except during Ramadan) or hop on a boat for a day’s snorkeling or diving at nearby Gili Meno and Gili Air. With over 25 diving sites surrounding the islands, diving enthusiasts will be blown away by the array of tropical fish, coral, sharks, rays and sea turtles inhabiting the surrounding waters.
Out of the water, the Gili’s still offer plenty of charm with a sea turtle hatchery on Gili Meno, a small handful of spas and an increasing number of beachside cafes and bars, providing the perfect vantage point to view the sunset over Bali’s Mount Agung or the sunrise over Lombok’s Mount Rinjani. Travellers can also complete a circuit of any of the islands by cidomo (horse drawn cart) or, for the more athletic visitor, a lap of Gili Trawangan, the largest island can be completed on foot or by bike in less than two hours.
The Gili Islands are easily accessible via speedboat from Bali (90 minutes) or from nearby Lombok (20 minutes). A number of operators offer daily services to the islands and tickets should be purchased in advance in high season.
For further information contact:
Visit Indonesia Tourism
Level 5 68 Alfred Street
Milsons Point NSW 2061
AUSTRALIA
+ 61 2 9959 4277
www.visit-indonesia.com.au
source : http://www.indonesia.travel
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