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This month MyLombok celebrates the exuberance of youth, showcasing Lombok’s emerging young talent in art, fashion, music and street culture. There is a quiet revolution taking hold in Lombok where kids are finding their voice and expressing themselves through their shared experiences of modern urban life, tradition, tourism and lifestyle.

We take a close look at the work of local artists and designers with a profile of street fashion brand Jammin’, and introduce the best young surfers making waves in Lombok at the latest Ripcurl GromSearch. Our fashion shoot this month also has a trend setting surfer theme, and we bring you all the details from a trip south in search of the perfect wave at Ekas Bay.

We also look ahead to sunny skies as the rainy season in Lombok finally comes to an end with the lowdown on all the best spots to stay, play and be pampered. As always you can expect up to date news and views on all the latest happenings on our vibrant island. Enjoy Lombok this May!

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DestinationEkas Bay

Giving Backjammin’

ActivitiesRip Curl GromSearch

Meet the ExpatSublime

SocialAsahan Greets the Earth

FashionNot All Those Who Wander are Lost

Chef InterviewGede Sudana of Chandi Boutique Resort

RecipeOrange White Chocolate Moulleux

SuperfoodDurian

Luxury LivingVilla Atas

Hotel ReviewEka Breaks

SocialNovotel Lombok

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Lotus Bayview Restaurant

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Spaghetti Marinara Prawns CarpaccioSinfonia

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Riding a new wave of popularity

T ucked away in the far southeast corner, Ekas Bay is right up there with Lombok’s very best natural beauty spots. This is the island’s largest natural

bay and a well known surfing destination. It has long been luring adventurous surfers to these parts with awesome waves and an incredibly laid back vibe but Ekas Bay is no one-dimensional surfer haven. There is a well established fishing community here, a series of eye catching beaches of sparkling white sands, and that carefree, back to basics beach lifestyle that we all crave once in a while.

Surfers first discovered the rich wave potential of Ekas Bay a couple of decades ago and it is still very much a go-to stop along the Bali-Lombok-Sumbawa surfer backpacker trail. Over the years a distinct surfer-friendly community has established itself catering to a steady stream of young travellers in search of the perfect wave. In quintessential Lombok style, it’s a tight knit, laid back surfer vibe that seamlessly co-exists with local life. A number of new cafes, homestays, resorts and dedicated surf camps have popped up in recent times catering to the seasonal surfer crowd.

The area boasts several good surf spots and in the bay itself offers two of the best – Inside Ekas and Outside Ekas. Both are quality waves for intermediate and advanced surfers with exceptional barrels in the right dry season conditions. There is also a milder section perfect for newbies with surf lessons available at a handful of resorts. Ekas Bay and the neighbouring ‘Southern Reefs’ are also making a name for themselves in the kite surfing world. Consistent winds roll in over fringing reefs providing top notch conditions for kite surfers here.

The huge waves attest to the area’s wild and rugged beauty – big swells hurtle onto cliffs yet the bay and beyond is dotted with a series of pristine white sand beaches spread out invitingly in front of unruffled, calm waters. Many of the

Once a refuge solely for the adventurous surfer, Ekas Bay has evolved into a well rounded beach destination for ultimate escapism.

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beaches in this area are of the picture postcard horseshoe shaped variety, nestled between forested headlands. This is perfect territory for the dedicated beach bum; check out the captivating scenery of Sungkun beach, Cemara beach and Kaliantan beach. Each offers a wide expanse of dazzling white sand and offshore reefs offer protection from the rolling surf, providing millpond like calm waters for swimming and snorkelling. There is little to distract from the simple pleasures of beach life, with hardly a beach hawker in sight. You are likely to have a wide stretch of beachfront all to yourself.

While surfing and general tourism has been a welcome boon for the local economy, the fishing industry still holds sway as the primary focus for locals. In the water there are dozens of rickety ‘floating’ fisherman’s huts. Fish and shrimp are caught from wooden platforms on the bay, and throughout the village area, there is plenty of industrious activity taking place reeling in a catch of plump lobsters, repairing fishing nets or small scale boat building. Fishing trips out on the water across the bay can also be organised direct with the boatman or at local resorts. There is even an annual fish festival.

On dry land the area’s natural beauty is arguably unsurpassed in south Lombok, offering a compelling contrast of imposing sea cliffs, sugary white sands and tropical greenery. Venturing into the hinterland or along the coast requires transport and it is well worth spending at least a day away from the waves. There are still small tracts of primary rainforest which give way to parched scrubland or rice paddies, while the view from atop the undulating headlands are as captivating as they come. From any elevated position a glance inland will offer far-off views to Mount Rinjani in the north.

As the crow flies, Ekas is actually closer to the coast of Sumbawa than Mataram but what looks like an isolated spot on a map is fairly easy to get to. Thanks to modern infrastructure in the south spurred by Lombok’s new international airport, it is a generally hassle-free two-hour cross island drive down to this sparkling seaside haven.

ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF URIEL TRIGUEL (WWW.EOASIA.COM)

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Lombok has deservedly gained a reputation for its creative arts scene tied to tradition, religion and history. Vibrant artisan communities have been producing top quality

textiles, pottery and pearl jewellery for generations but there is also a new wave of Lombok artists starting to make a name for themselves in a very different way.

Mataram is the epicentre of this latest artistic movement —a thoroughly modern mash-up bringing together creative voices in contemporary music, urban design, art, fashion, and surf and skate culture. It is an underground scene which has developed organically among Mataram's youth, enabling young talent to innovate, take risks and express themselves.

A leading light of this new urban creative class is Jammin’—a T-shirt brand that is both a thriving street fashion business and a community project that helps nurture new talent and provides an outlet for young designers. Jammin’ is the brainchild of Panca Adi Saputra, the frontman of Mataram punk group HURA-HURA. A mainstay of the Mataram underground art and music scene and fresh from time living overseas, Panca established the Jammin brand to showcase local talent and help propel alternative art and fashion to a wider audience.

“ The shop is a place for everyone to meet. Jammin’ provides the motivation and supports local talent to grow,” he said. “We tell all of our friends to bring their drawings to Jammin’ and

we will produce the clothing and sell it and we then share the profit. Many of them come to the shop or send their designs by email.”

Located in Rembiga, Jammin’s street fashion collections showcase Panca’s hoodies, ground-breaking T-shirt designs by Australian Alan Jones, original baseball cap designs and more. There is even an online store which ships to overseas customers. Panca says the focus is on developing and enabling local talent to flourish in Lombok, but Jammin’ has also collaborated with designers throughout Indonesia and in Slovenia, Australia, Brazil and Finland so far.

Jammin’ believes strongly in supporting local talent through skills based education and rewarding success. Designers receive 10% for every T-shirt design of theirs sold and also conducts free recycling workshops for kids at school. A further 10% of proceeds go towards supporting different non- profit community projects in Mataram. Jammin’ also financially supports local underground festivals in Mataram and is instrumental in promoting new music.

Jammin’ has been a catalyst for this burgeoning street culture movement to become more widely recognised in Mataram, yet it retains its roots in contemporary street art, music and urban design. At the heart of this is a desire to share knowledge and provide a platform for a new generation of talent to flourish.

MUSICIAN TURNED DESIGNER PANCA ADI SAPUTRA'S STREET FASHION BRAND IS PROVIDING A PLATFORM FOR LOCAL CREATIVE TALENT TO FLOURISH.

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And so it went at the dream factory known as the 2015 Rip Curl GromSearch held at Seger Beach, Kuta, Lombok in 3-4 foot glassy conditions. “I just got back from the contest site” said Rip Curl’s Pete Matthews after returning from a pre-dawn surf check, “It feels like a WCT down there!”.

And why wouldn’t it? The annual GromSearch is anticipated by every junior surfer in the Indonesian Archipelago. The first in a series of Global GromSearch competitions that gives junior surfers from Indonesia and around the world an all expense paid trip to the International Grand Finals to be held at a secret location at one of the worlds best Surf spots… Could it be Australia? Maybe Brazil? The USA? One thing is for certain Rip Curl will keep the kids guessing until later this year when all regional Winners from all over the globe have earned their respective spots.

This time was Lombok’s turn to show the world what they have…And with nervous parents lining the beach, the young Argonauts, Indonesia’s finest juniors from as afar away as Java, took to the water with a determination and grit worthy of a World title effort.

First up, under blazing equatorial skies, the girls. All bets were on the young goofy-footer Kailani Johnson from Bali, but fate had other ideas. In the end it was Taina Izquerido who just nipped current Champion Cinta Hansel by only one point. “I think it was her Puerto Rican Warrior blood” Said Proud Father Cacho Izquerdio, “She surfed to Kill”

The under 12 division always feels more like the main event. And it appeared that Bali’s Ben Benson was picking on the other kids with

explosive, mature surfing that reflects his recent experience on the North Shore of Hawaii. “The big stuff prepares you for the details” Said Father Brad Benson, “But in the end, at this age, c’mon, it’s all about the fun”. Fun or no, Ben Benson posted a 20.35 overall score as opposed to Kona Eru, his closest threat, at 15.35.

The tide was dropping, the waves…critical. Under 14’s. Tenshi Ishi, winner of Surftime Magazine’s Bali’s hardest charger award up against boys twice his age and weight, paddles out intent on a win. What he did not anticipate was Dhany Widianto, the radical flyweight from Lombok, who started throwing punches from the first sound of the horn. Even competitors Ryuku and Bronson knew their fate was sealed when the two older kids went at it. Dhany dominated. And Tenshi had to dream of next year...

The big kids in the under 16’s category are always interesting, but with Raju Sena topping out at 6’1”, it looked like a World Championship heat with action to match. Raju is not only growing in height, but in power as well. And it showed. Big moves from the big kid took the day over the earnest field of Bali’s Rio Waida, Ketut Agus and Salamat Kathadi. Though flashes of competence were shown throughout, it was Raju’s electric display that took the day. Raju- another young surfer like Ben Benson with North Shore experience, Is this a trend? The other competitors hope not.

A day of energy, of championship surfing and the future. The Rip Curl Gromsearch. Combing the globe for the best junior surfers and giving them an opportunity to achieve their dreams in a professional, safe, and supportive environment.

The power of youth lies in dreams.

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ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF HAMIS HUMPHREYS (@HAM_HUMP)

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ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF HAMIS HUMPHREYS (@HAM_HUMP)

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Craig Allingham from Australia and Gonzalo Villaran from Peru may seem like unlikely business partners coming from opposite parts of the world. However,

surfing and the hotel industry brought them together and kept them together.

Back in 2008 Craig and Gonzalo met on the Gold Coast in Australia where they were both working at one of the Mantra Group Hotels. Being the only surfers amongst the employees they soon got together to go surfing. Both had surfed since childhood - Gonzalo’s brother introducing him to the waves when he was thirteen years old and Craig practically growing up on the beach.

Becoming good friends Gonzalo and Craig got talking about how they would run a hotel. Turned out they had similar ideas and soon they started staying up late at night sketching up ideas for a hotel management company. They wanted to create something that suited them - the board shorts and t-shirt guys. After some time the concept for Sublime Resorts - Surf Lifestyle Retreats was born. It wasn’t until they left Australia for Bali that the company was officially formed though.

The concept of Sublime Resorts is focused around the surfing and yoga lifestyles - nature based activities and healthy, organic, foods. Sublime Resorts is a consultancy company that manage and brand hotels and help them create retreats. They also offer training for new hotels, together with management,financial forecasting and recruitment services. Currently they are developing an online training system.

The idea is to continue to grow the company and manage several hotels in tropical surfing destinations. They stress the importance of offering the opposite of what sterile and corporate hotels offer - a relaxed and laid-back vibe - whilst still offering high quality accommodation, service and food. The hotels they manage offer yoga, massage, organic foods, good music and arts exhibitions. And of course: surfing.

Just as Gonzalo says that surfing helps him stay focused and fit, the brand is very careful to keep their focus on surfing and the vibe they wish to offer - they don’t get involved with hotels that don’t live up to their standards, or that aren’t able to offer the kind of vibe they wish to create.

Today Craig and Gonzalo operate out of Lombok where they moved to a year ago, after living in Bali for one year. They first discovered Lombok when on a surfing holiday themselves and found the place to be ripe for business opportunities. Of course they also love the natural beauty of Lombok –the open green spaces and rolling hills along with the ocean. They describe it as uncrowded and untouched. A natural slice of paradise.

On the other hand the pair have also faced difficulties living in Lombok. On a personal level they have learnt to deal with the fact that the market is only open twice a week and there are only so many restaurants to choose from in Kuta. Professionally they are faced with the limited amount of hotels to work with to offer their retreats. But it all started with the establishment of the Sublime yoga and surf experience center where they came in to offer

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If you are interested in finding out more about doing a Sublime Surf Lifestyle Retreat, management and branding services, online hotel training portals for developers you can check out their website http://www.sublimeresorts.com. We warn you: the images may make you swoon. Or drool. Choose your pick!

their services, bringing their trademark activities with them and have recently expanded that business with a fast boat that can accommodate up to 16 people for surf trips as far afield as Sumbawa.

A great thing with Sublime resorts is that apart from physically going in and helping hotels arrange the retreats they can offer their management services over the internet. They practically take the business with them when they go on vacation. Which is beneficial for other reasons too - one of their resorts is in Bali and the other in Lombok, so they wouldn’t be able to be in both places at the same time! And with several management contracts signed and new Resorts under development in many different locations around the globe, it’s crucial to be able to manage the business online.

The hotels they currently brand and manage are Bali Villa Sublime in Uluwatu and Kies Villas in Kuta with two others under development in Indonesia and Sri Lanka. For Craig and Gonzalo it’s important that a hotel does not have the rigidity of bigger hotel chains. They want to offer something unique.

Currently Sublime Resorts are enjoying happy customers at their properties - those who have been have enjoyed the relaxed, fun and laid-back tone and often come back again and again. Both younger men and women in their twenties and more middle-aged people choose to attend their surf and yoga retreats. Often people working in a suit all day long enjoy the opportunity to kick back and relax when on vacation and those already into the surfing and yoga

lifestyles simply choose to go on vacations that suit their regular lifestyle.

You can participate in whatever level of surfing you are currently at - from beginners to advanced. In Lombok different beaches are used depending on your experience. For example, Gerupuk and SelongBelanak have good beginner waves, whilst Mawi offers waves suited to intermediate level surfers. Dessert Point on the other hand is great for those who can take on any waves and already have advanced surfing skills. In between surfing there’s music, fun by the pool, yoga, snorkeling and stand up paddle boarding.

Gonzalo and Craig have big plans for the future of the brand - not least developing in South Lombok which is now under way.

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"Asahan Menyapa Bumi” — Asahan Greets the Earth was a 3 day programme that took place in Sekotong, South West of Lombok from 21st to 23rd April. The programme organised by the Local Government, is part of an ongoing project to make the ‘Secret Gilis’ a protected Marine Park. Over the 3 days various activities were carried out: cleaning the beaches, planting mangrove seeds and the conservation of coral reefs. The coral plantation event took place on Gili Asahan on 22nd April, co-inciding with Earth Day, and was attended by more than 300 people including CCDP-IFAD, DKP Lombok Barat, POLAIR Resort Lombok Barat and Divezone. Divezone have played a substantial role in this event with the aim of working alongside local fisherman and organisations to raise awareness for more sustainable methods of preserving the coral reefs and natural eco-systems.

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CHEF INTERVIEW

Hailing from Batu Bulan in Bali, Gede Sudana is the Executive Chef at Chandi Boutique Resort. He began his career working in the kitchens of Lombok’s Senggigi

Village Hotel, which is now the Jayakarta Hotel. From there he went on to work at the Oberoi Lombok and Alila Ubud Bali before moving to Mozaic Restaurant in Bali as the Chef de Partie. Three years later he returned to Lombok and worked at the Santosa Hotel as Pastry Chef and Jeeva Klui as the Assistant Executive Chef. He then worked at Sudamala Villas & Suites in both Bali and Lombok before coming to Chandi Boutique Resort one year ago. His style of cooking is Bistro – which involves using fresh, local ingredients to produce delicious and nutritionally healthy meals.

What is the one dish you love and remember from your Mother’s kitchen?Chicken Betutu.

When did you first become interested in food and why? When I finished High School, I went to a school specialising in hotel training. I started in the housekeeping department, which I was not very interested in. One day I went to the kitchen to see what my friends were learning there. I saw everyone cooking and decided that was what I wanted to do.

Who or what has been your inspiration for cooking? Working in Mozaic Restaurant in Bali. This is where I gained a lot of my experience. Working there really inspired me to become creative in my cooking.

Tell us about your concept for your menu at Chandi?My concept is a Bistro style of cooking where I use all fresh produce to produce each meal. The menu has a selection of both Western and Asian dishes with a modern style.

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What inspires you? How do you come up with ideas for the dishes in the restaurant?Through the years I have been working as a chef, if there is a dish I really like, I keep the recipe and take a photo of the dish to remember it and I then recreate the dish with a different style.

What's your favourite dish on the menu and why? My favourite dish on the menu is Tuna Pub & Gazpacho. It is so fresh and has a wonderful flavour.

What are your favourite ingredients to cook with?Coriander for sure! It has a direct flavour and can be used in any dish - beef, fish, salad…

Describe a typical day at work?I arrive at work at 8am, and organise the staff. We work together to prepare the ingredients and food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. From 3pm I take a break for two or three hours. I return to work at 6pm to prepare dinner for the guests. When the kitchen closes for the night, we do the ordering of the stock for the next day. I go home about 11:30pm.

How much of your work is done outside of the kitchen?Not a lot, the majority of my work is done in the kitchen. When creating a new menu I do my work outside of the kitchen.

What is the biggest challenge in your job?I find the biggest challenge is when guests complain about their meal. Thankfully, it doesn’t happen often so when it does happen we have to take control of the situation and try to change it to make the guest happy again.

What are your ‘must have’ cooking ingredients, and why?I must have fresh ingredients to cook with. The concept of my menu is using fresh ingredients.

What are the tools of the trade you use the most? A spatula.

What is your favourite kitchen gadget?Tongs because you can use them for everything, so if you don’t have a fork you can use the tongs as a fork, if you don’t have a spoon in the kitchen you can use the tongs to mix with. They are a very versatile tool.

At Meru Restaurant, what appears to be the favourite dish of your customers?The Slow Roasted Chicken Salad and the Tuna Pub & Gazpacho.

When at home, what do you like to eat? And do you ever cook at home?I never cook at home, my wife does the cooking. I eat local Indonesian food at home.

Are you an adventurous eater? Are there any foods you won't eat or even try?No, I am not an adventurous eater.

If you hadn't become a chef, what would you be doing right now?I think I would probably be running my own warung or restaurant, so it would still be something to do with cooking.

What do you like most about Lombok and why?Competition for business in Lombok is still good while Bali is already saturated with businesses.

What do you like to do in your spare time? I like to take care of my children and I also like to go jogging.

Other than creating great food, what are the most important qualities that make a successful chef?Responsibility – a good chef needs to be responsible.

Any tips for budding chefs?You need to be serious about your profession.

Who is your favourite celebrity chef ?Chris Salans – he was the chef who taught me many ‘tricks-of-the-trade’ at Mozaic in Bali.

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Orange White Chocolate Moulleux

Method

Moulleux1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/gas 6. Butter and flour 160 ml ramekins and line bases with discs of greaseproof or baking paper.2. Boil the Sago until soft and remove from heat. When cooled add the raspberries and freeze.3. Melt the chocolate pieces then remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly while you make the rest of the batter.4. Cream the butter and sugar together until pale and slightly fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the Sago and then gently mix in the melted chocolate. The mixture should thicken quite a bit.5. Divide between the moulds and bake on the preheated baking sheet for 8 minutes. Turn out immediately, dust with unsweetened Dutch cocoa powder and tuck in.

SauceHeat juice from 1 orange and sugar together. Add the coriander seeds and star anise. Once boiling remove from heat.

• 275 gr White Chocolate• 250 gr Unsalted Butter• 5 Eggs• 125 gr Castor Sugar• 200 gr Sago• 200 gr Rasberries

Ingredients

• 65 gr Honey • 1 Orange • 100 gr Sugar• 1 tbs Coriander Seed• 1 pcs Star Anise

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Durian is often referred to as the “king of fruits” but you may know it more as the “king of stink” as it doesn’t smell too pleasant according to most, though some find

the smell to be exquisite. It’s actually been banned (!) on public transport in Southeast Asia because of the smell and some families have bags hanging on the outside of their cars so as to be able to get durian fruits home without having to smell them along the way. Don’t be too alarmed though - it tastes good and if you belong to the people who don’t like the smell, you can always hold your nose while eating it. And when you read about the health benefits you will want to eat it.

For the novice durian eater, how do you explain the fruit? Maybe we should start with the smell as it’s given rise to many interesting descriptions over the years.

It’s been said that the smell you carry with you after eating durian is the same as if you’d been French kissing a corpse. That might be a slight exaggeration, but truth be told it smells awful. In my opinion it smells similar to the Paris metro or rotten eggs due to the high sulfur content, but my nose might not be as well trained as Anthony Bourdain’s who included his dead grandmother in the description: "Its taste can only be described as...indescribable, something you will either love or despise. ...Your breath will smell as if you'd been French-kissing your dead grandmother.” I hope his dead grandmother didn’t get offended. If someone said I smelled like durian I might just have haunted them.

The taste truly is indescribable though and some have likened it to ‘heavenly.’ There’s an old saying that states that durian is like hell on the outside and heaven on the inside. I can only assume they include the odor in the hell bit, but there’s another point to this: it is covered by spikes and looks similar to a medieval weapon. If someone threw it at you it would be akin to being hit by a melon covered by thorns. Ouch.

The heavenly bit refers both to the taste (once described as a combination of custard combined with onions, sherry and cream cheese and altogether heavenly - which only supports the

idea that it truly is indescribable as that combination sounds as far from heavenly as heavenly can be, yet I’ve tried it and can account for the fact that it sort of tastes like that and is sort of heavenly) and the health benefits many claim durian offers. According to folklore it’s an aphrodisiac and according to Chinese medicine it brings heat to the body, which is why the Chinese after eating the insides of the durian fill the shell with water and drink it, or combines it with mangosteen, which is considered cooling.

Whilst claims of it being an aphrodisiac has not been supported by modern science it is true that durian contains a lot of nutrients, which, ultimately will up your sex drive as you’d get sick if you didn’t consume them.

For example it contains extremely high levels of vitamin C which is needed to maintain a healthy immune system and prevent everything from cancer to cardiovascular disease. In fact people who consume more vitamin C seem to have an overall longer lifespan.

Durian (and we are talking about the Durio zibethinus as it’s the one people have researched) also contains many of the B vitamins, a ton of fibre (another necessity for longevity, or so it seems), potassium and an array of other vitamins and minerals. It’s also very calorific and gives a quick energy boost when consumed.

Folklore has it that durian should never be consumed with coffee or alcohol and sure enough eating durian and drinking alcohol is not a good idea as it can lead to indigestion. It seems it may also be harder for the body to break down the alcohol, leading to intoxication as the body can’t get rid of the toxins fast enough.

So if you haven’t already - go have some durian. Just be sure to hold your nose whilst eating it and stay away from alcohol for a while afterwards. You’re in for an utterly indescribable experience.

THE KING OF KINGS

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Villa AtasA hilltop luxury haven making the most of Selong Belanak’s mesmerising seascape.

A rich palate of deep blue ocean, dazzling white sand and lush greenery is a tantalising introduction to south Lombok beach life at little known Selong

Belanak. This is arguably south Lombok’s most enchanting beach haven that remains well under the radar despite its proximity to Lombok’s new international airport. While a steady stream of sun worshippers head straight to Kuta those in the know take the short detour to unspoiled Selong Belanak. For many years the beach was purely a day trip experience, with no accommodation around for several miles. However nowadays there is a handful of eye catching luxury villas offering the chance to enjoy the astounding vistas 24/7.

One such place is the aptly named Villa Atas, perched upon a hill revealing priceless ocean views from every angle. Almost entirely constructed of Kalimantan sourced Merbau wood, Villa Atas has a fresh contemporary feel with a subtle nod toward country style colonial elegance, particularly the wide, wraparound balconies on each of the two separate buildings.

The main house has an airy master bedroom suite and en suite bathroom shaped to capture the expansive views through floor-to-ceiling windows. There is also an open plan living/dining/kitchen area featuring a high ceiling adorned with distinctive Merbau wooden beams and a sprinkling of contemporary artwork as a subtle contrast. The adjacent guest house is also fully equipped and self-contained, with sleeping areas on two levels, a bathroom and kitchenette.

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Bringing the two buildings together as a stylish single entity is an appealing outdoor living and dining area which functions as a breezy social gathering place for sunset cocktails, home cooked food and convivial conversation. From here it is just steps away to a curved infinity edge pool that doubles as a cool, refreshing front row seat to a million dollar sea view.

There is a lot of substance to go with all this style at Villa Atas. This functional retreat comes with private offroad parking, round the clock security and a staff of five to attend to all requests, satellite TV and a rare pleasure for this part of Lombok – Wi-Fi access. There is even a fishing boat available for hire for a snorkelling or scuba diving adventure.

Selong Belanak is still in some ways a closely guarded secret for those in the know, but it surely won’t stay that way for ever. Not when you have scenery as enticing as this and a luxury haven where you can have it all to yourself like Villa Atas.

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In this connected world, tropical beach escapism is a rare find nowadays and any secret hideaway should be savoured. Thankfully Lombok is blessed with numerous hidden gems

and off the radar retreats, but what was once a secret paradise can soon become overrun (and overpriced). It takes ingenuity to strike the right balance – something homely resort Ekas Breaks seems to have done with ease.

It is located in the burgeoning beach haven of Ekas Bay, the southeast corner of Lombok lauded for its untouched beauty, pristine beaches, and most famously, world class surfing. With a name like Ekas Breaks, it positively embraces the area’s surfing acclaim, but it has so much more to offer than your average surf camp resort. Laid back with a very traditional appeal, Ekas Breaks is set back about 1 km from the water’s edge yet still offers captivating glimpses of the ocean. A dozen traditional Lombok style ‘lumbung’ cottages are made entirely from wood, each with an ‘alang-alang ‘thatched roof. Spacious verandas overlook an inviting pool and attractive tropical garden.

The all-wood interiors have bags of character, proving cool, cosy air-conditioned respite from the heat. Just a few steps away is the pool, surrounded by loungers underneath Tiki-inspired parasols. The pool area is the social hub of the resort, a place to kick back, chill and feel nurtured and refreshed in the unspoiled nature. After scoring the perfect wave, it is just

the place for a refreshing dip, sipping a cool drink or simply getting horizontal for the remainder of the day. When pangs of hunger strike there is an on-site restaurant serving up an array of light bites, scrumptious Indonesian and Western favourites through the day.

With the relaxing vibe that exists at Ekas Breaks, it is easy to get lulled into spending a day busy doing nothing. However it definitely helps to come to Ekas Bay armed with a sense of adventure. The awesome waves are the big draw and are just 15 minutes away, while fishing trips, treks and cultural excursions can be easily arranged. You will very quickly notice – and no doubt be astounded by – the sheer natural diversity on show in Ekas. There is pleasure, escape and beauty in abundance in an area featuring towering sea cliffs, rainforest, pristine tropical beaches and lagoons; check with the Ekas Breaks staff for the lowdown on the best hidden spots and activities.

Ekas BreaksA hidden gem without the hype, laid back Ekas

Breaks is making waves in southeast Lombok

Ekas Breaks ResortDesa Sasak, Keruak and Jerowaru 83511

Lombok - NTB - IndonesiaPhone: +62 822 3791 6767

Email: info@ekasbreaks.comWebsite: www.ekasbreaks.com

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Novotel Lombok leads the way in corporate social responsibility efforts on the island, and last month organized its annual Planet 21 event. The hotel’s outreach efforts this year focused on introducing the recycle programme to Yayasan Bahrul Ulum, Rangkep, Kuta, led by General Manager Charles Choi. Later during the day a press conference was held to launch a boat built from 200 plastic bottles, collected from the hotel bins, over a period of 2 months. The boat has been built to introduce the ‘Reduce, Reuse and Recycle’ Programme.

Novotel Lombok takes part in Accors Planet 21 Sustainable Development Programme

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horoscopeofthemonth

ASTROLOGY — MAY 2015

Aries (March 21–April 19)Out of the box thinking, and a sense of self-assurance helps you to navigate some tricky situations. But people in charge are bent on showing who are boss, and Ram, this month, that isn’t you. While you want to strike out and do new things the people near you want to hang out at home. You don’t find this interesting or exciting. But if you want to keep people happy, spend some time paying attention to the needs of others.

Taurus (April 20–May 20)With the planet of love and money in the sympathetic sign of Cancer, you are happy to feather your nest. Giving your digs an extra special spring-cleaning, or setting flowers in your garden warms your home loving heart. The one thing that disturbs your harmony is the drama of that one friend that wants all your attention. It is up to you not to play the martyr. You can give others what they need and honor yours by setting boundaries. Gemini (May 21–June 20)You are on raring to go and on the move prodded by the planet of action Mars in your sign this month. Mercury, the planet of communication sits in your sign also. This means you have no lack of things to do or say. But be careful of what you do and say. There is a potential for confusion or self-delusion on your part. Or others might deceive you. Don’t sign on the dotted line until your lawyers sees the contract.

Cancer (June 21–July 22)Money and love are the issues this month, as Venus, the patron of these two things, cozies up to your sign. But you might find yourself over your head. Unexpected expenses crop up. Your lover starts making some demands on your time and energy that you aren’t willing to give. This month is learning about standing up and taking care of your needs. Set boundaries and expectations. You have right to get what you want.

Sagittarius (November 22–December 21)Mixed messages and deliberate obfuscations have the potential to put up roadblocks. In the love department, you feel all your faults acutely, dinging your confidence in the amore department. What to do to pull you out off this funk? Get together some friends and take off to parts unknown. There is no way to keep an Archer down if he or she is beating their feet on a nice retreat.

Capricorn (December 22–January 19)Situations and people fly at you from out of the blue. Bosses dump projects into your lap, and co-workers are out to lunch. They seem to forget to tell you important pieces of information. Yes, you are expected to handle it all! Fortunately you seem to have resources in reserved, no doubt due to your foresight and planning skills. Maybe, to soothe your frazzled nerves you should consider a couple short trips to rewards yourself for your hard work.

Aquarius (January 20–February 18)Normally the Waterbearer is too much in his or her own head to worry much about what other people think of you. But this month you are craving a bit of attention. Okay, a bunch of attention and you aren’t getting it. The way to amore is a zig-zag line of texts, “have-to-do other things,” and responsibilities towards others. What’s Aqua to do? Look to brighter days ahead and plan some adventures in your own neighborhood to keep you busy.

Pisces (February 19–March 20)Neptune ruled Pisces does better when the day-to-day aspects of life don’t require more than a signature, or better yet a thumbprint to handle. But this month, a stack of paperwork, forms and requirements litter your to-do file. You may be asked to handle sales forms and contracts, and woe to you if so much as a period is out of place. Turn to a trusted Taurus friend to help organize the details.

Leo (July 23–August 22)The planet of abundance, Jupiter continues to grace you with the things you want and desire. But everything is not all sunshine and light. Bosses want you to turn on a dime to handle unexpected situations while your voice mail is flooded with messages. It is time for pampering and stress reduction. Get a couple buddies together, and go do something that is fun for all. Short day trips can be fun, giving you a chance to renew your enthusiasm for work.

Virgo (August 23–September 22)It is good thing for girlfriends, because Virgo, you will need the help of your friends this month. Relationships with children and young men are strained, communications garbled, promises made and then broken. To make it through this month, don’t find fault or hold grudges with what support you can. Your smile and your touch are wonderful healing tools to calm any savage on your doorstep.

Libra (September 23–October 22)Hold onto your credit cards as an enticing Venus in Gemini whispers you can have your cake and eat it too. But just because money is easy to spend doesn’t mean that you’ll replenish your coffers just as easy. You may be asked to curtail your hours at work or take unpaid days off to help your boss balance his budget. On the other hand romance is looking bright, so at least you have one area that you can call a success. Scorpio (October 23–November 21)It’s all too easy for you to feel out of sorts this month, Scorpio. You’ve got BIG THINGS hanging over your head, and a killer to do list. Chiron, the planet of something wrong, allows you to feel more than a touch of the spring flu, or some other nasty bug. Normally the health and fitness guru, you find it difficult to keep to those healthful routines. Do make an effort, as you need to be at your best to tackle the challenges ahead.

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Lombok’s time is here and now, having finally stepped out of Bali’s shadow, showcasing to the world its unique mix of adventure, pristine natural scenery and captivating art and culture. A new airport, international yacht marina and improved roads have made travel to and within Lombok much easier, but it is its untamed natural beauty and traditional charm that captivates. It is an adventure-seeker’s paradise, home to world-class scuba diving, surfing and mountain climbing yet travellers looking for a cosmopolitan beach lifestyle and luxury creature comforts will not be short of options. Experience the best of Lombok with these recommended highlights and hidden gems:

Senggigi and The West CoastSenggigi, just a short drive from the island capital Mataram is Lombok’s premier beach resort, extending along a series of sweeping bays. The main beach strip is fringed by a wide expanse of sand framed nightly by spectacular ocean sunsets. It is a fairly spread out beach town that rarely feels overcrowded yet there is a broad variety of places to stay, eat and socialise. There is a vibrant expat community here with lots of opportunity for sports and leisure, business networking and searching out those hard to find imported goods. Senggigi is the best place to arrange days out and guided trips to other parts of Lombok. The beach road then winds its way north to upmarket Mangsit, dotted with hip boutique hotels and villas among some of west Lombok’s most captivating scenery. In all, the Senggigi area stretches for almost 10 km along the west coast, and away from the main tourist centre, comprises numerous palm fringed beaches dotted with colourful fishing boats.

Gili IslandsA trio of tiny tropical islands off the northwest coast, known simply as ‘the Gilis’ are the go-to place for laid-back island life and the simple pleasures of sun, sea and superb scuba diving. Each of these three islands has its own distinctive atmosphere; the smallest is Gili Meno, a peaceful tropical island haven with few distractions other than deserted white sand beaches and a couple of chilled out beach bars. Legendary ‘party island’ Gili Trawangan is largest and most cosmopolitan of the Gili Islands with no shortage of swanky boutique villas, diverse dining and plenty of action after dark. Gili Air, located closest to the Lombok mainland, sits somewhere in the middle of these two extremes and has the most authentic local atmosphere. The enduring appeal of the Gili Islands is the refreshing absence of any motorised transport making for a pleasant alternative to Bali’s congested beach resorts. Scuba diving is still the main draw and it is one of Asia’s top spots to learn the basics and get qualified. For landlubbers, there are few better places to get horizontal on a tropical beach and soak up the unique island vibe.

Kuta and South LombokLike its namesake in Bali, Kuta Lombok is synonymous with world-class waves but thankfully without the hassle of 24/7 traffic and infuriating beach hawkers. In fact, Lombok’s south coast surf breaks are more than a match for the best in Bali, and savvy surfers are heading here to enjoy miles of uncrowded, adrenaline-fuelled waves. Kuta, invitingly close to Lombok’s new international airport, is the main tourist hub yet remains a fairly tranquil tropical haven favoured by both surfers and adventurous families. It makes for a great base for exploring the rugged southern coastline dotted with numerous breathtaking beaches. Scenic highlights include up-and-coming Tanjung A’an, Gerupak and isolated Ekas Bay.

The SouthwestLombok’s ruggedly beautiful southwest peninsular is largely unexplored by visitors but is now getting serious recognition with the discovery of superb offshore scuba diving and miles of deserted beaches. The main gateway is Sekotong Bay, located just south of Lombok’s main ferry port Lembar and is the jumping off point for Lombok’s ‘Secret Gilis.’ These small offshore islands feature pristine coral reefs and idyllic tropical beaches for a real castaway experience. Heading south, the coastal road winds its way past tiny fishing communities and secluded bays all the way to the tip of the peninsular where the legendary surf breaks of Bangko Bangko (Desert Point) are found — rated among the best in the world.

Mount RinjaniFor an alternative to surf, scuba and sandy beaches, a trek up the immense Rinjani volcano is hard to beat. At over 3,700 meters, this is Indonesia’s second highest volcano and makes for challenging 3–4 day trek but the views are definitely worth all the effort. The mountain dominates much of north Lombok and the caldera alone covers a mind-boggling 50 square kilometres. Most climbers only go as far as the crater rim which offers vertigo-inducing views down into the volcanic lake but the extra effort to get to the summit will be rewarded with views as far as Java and eastwards across to the island of Sumbawa. If this all sounds too arduous for comfort, the mountain’s foothills offer a wealth of leisurely hiking opportunities. Head to Senaru village for easy-going walks through remote weaving villages and dense jungle to uncover a succession of scenic waterfalls.

This is Lombok!

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THE DIRECTORY

EAT

Senggigi and the West Coast

The Ballroom Restaurant+62 370 693 831www.purimas-lombok.com

Bambu Lounge +62 370 693 351

Banana Tree Cafe+62 812 3997 4011

Bumbu Cafe +62 370 692 236

Bawang Putih Grill+62 370 693 333www.starwoodhotels.com

Cafe Alberto +62 370 693 039 / 693 313 www.cafealberto.com

Café Lombi, Senggigi+62 370 692 085www.cafelombi.com

Kebun Anggrek +62 370 693 333www.starwoodhotels.com

La Chill +62 819 0710 4040 www.lachillbar.com

Lotus Bayview +62 370 693 758www.lotus-restaurants.com/lotus-bayview

Square Restaurant & Lounge +62 370 664 4888 www.squarelombok.com

The Taman +62 370 693 842

Kuta and South Lombok

Ashtari +62 877 6549 7625 www.ashtarilombok.com

The Corner Boutique Café+62 877 6560 7373

The Drop In Café, Kuta Lombok+62 819 0723 4673www.dropinlombok.com

El Bazar Cafe & Restaurant+62 819 9911 3026

Gulas Garden+62 878 6492 0120 www.gulasgardenkutalombok.com

Warung Bule+62 819 1799 6256

Gili T

Ecco Cafe+62 878 6027 0200

Kayu Cafe+62 878 6547 2260

Pearl Beach Lounge +62 852 5380 7111 www.pearlbeachlounge.com

Pizzeria Regina+62 877 6506 6255

The Terminal +62 370 638 513www.gilitresort.com

The Thai Garden+62 878 6453 1253

Wilson's Bar & Cuisine+62 370 612 0060 www.wilsons-retreat.com

Wok This Way+62 817 543 168

Gili Air

Classico Italiano+62 819 1604 3357

Chill Out Bar & Bungalows+62 370 620 370 www.chilloutbargiliair.com

Le Cirque+62 370 623432 www.lecirque-giliair.com

The Mexican Kitchen Gili Air+62 877 6550 3931

Mowie's+62 878 6423 1384 www.mowiesgiliair.com

The Waterfrontwww.waterfront-hotel-gili-air.com

Gili Meno

Mahamaya Restaurant & Bar+62 888 715 5828 www.mahamaya.co

Meno Mojo Beach Club+62 877 6048 8539 www.gilimenomojo.com

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Spas and WellnessSenggigi

The Laguna Beach Spa+62 370 693 333www.starwoodhotels.com

Marshander Spa & Salon Senggigi +62 878 628 0693 www.marshanderspa.com

Puri Mas Spa+62 370 693 831www.purimas-lombok.com

Qambodja Spa+62 370 693 800www.quncivillas.com

Gili T

Gili Yoga +62 858 5718 7170 www.giliyoga.com

Marshander Spa & Salon Gili T +62 878 6231 8473 www.marshanderspa.com

Gili Air

H20 Yoga and Meditation+62 877 6103 8836 www.h2oyogaandmeditation.com

Nectar Island Spawww.nectarislandspa.com

Gili Meno

Ocean Spa at Mahamaya+62 888 715 5828 www.mahamaya.co

RetailSenggigi and West Coast

Asmara Collection, Lombok+62 370 693 619

Pink Coconut+62 878 6476 4608

Kuta and South Coast

The Corner Boutique +62 877 6560 7373

Gili T

Casa Vintage+62 819 1724 3808

Health & Leisure / RecreationSenggigi and West Coast

LWN Tours +62 370 693 159+62 817 458 899

Scuba Froggy+62 370 693 901www.scubafroggy.com

Sire & Tanjun

Lombok Golf Kosaido Country Club+62 370 640 137

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Kuta Horses+62 819 1599 9436 www.horseridinglombok.com

Sublime surf retreats +61 423 355 63 www.sublimeresorts.com

Sekotong

DiveZone+62 819 0785 2073www.divezone-lombok.com

Gili T

Aquaddiction+62 813 3979 8555 www.aquaddiction.com

Freedive Gili+62 858 5718 7170 www.freedivegili.com

Gili Cooking Classes+62 877 6324 8215 www.gilicookingclasses.com

Manta Dive+62 370 614 3649 www.manta-dive.com

Gili Air

Gili Kite Surfwww.gilikitesurf.com

Oceans5 , Gili Air+62 813 3877 7144www.oceans5dive.com

Gili Meno

Divine Divers+62 852 4057 0777www.divinedivers.com

Other

Rinjani Country Club Golf Course+62 828 9703 0270 www.lombok-golf.com

Lombok Sailing www.lombokkomodosailing.com

Indonesian Yacht Charters +62 812 4607 6042 www.indonesianyachtcharter.com

Weddings

White Sand Weddingswww.whitesandweddingslombok.com

STAY

HotelsSenggigi and West Coast

The Chandi Boutique Resort & Spa +62 370 692198 www.the-chandi.com

Jeeva Klui+62 370 693 035www.jeevaklui.com

Kebun Villas & Resort+62 370 692 999www.kebunresort.com

Kila Senggigi+62 370 693210www.aerowisatahotels.com/hotel/kila-senggigi-beach-lombok

Living Asia Resort & Spa +62 370 693 519 www.livingasiaresort.com

The Oberoi Lombok+62 370 613 8444www.oberoihotels.com/hotels-in-lombok

Puri Mas Boutique Resort & Spa +62 370 693 831 www.purimas-lombok.com

The Santosa +62 370 693 090 www.santosalombok.com

The Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort +62 370 693 333 www.sheraton.com/senggigi

Sudamala Suites, Lombok +62 370 693 111 www.sudamalaresorts.com

Kuta and South Lombok

Hammerhead Hotel and Spa+62 878 6270 5985www.hammerheadhotel.com

Kies Villas+62 878 6553 4450www.kiesvillaslombok.com

Novotel+62 370 615 3333www.novotel.com

Sekotong

Cocotinos+62 819 0797 2401www.cocotinos-sekotong.com

Gili T

Gili T Resort+62 370 638 513www.gilitresort.com

The Trawangan Resort+62 370 619 4844www.thetrawangan.com

Gili Meno

Mahamaya, Gili Meno +62 370 637 616 www.mahamaya.com

Property

Aquamarine +62 812 4678 7880 www.aquamarine-lombok.com

KUTACon+62 821 4587 2920www.kutacon.asia

Kuta Heights Development +62 821 4587 5594 +62 817 6673 983 www.kutaheightslombok.com

Lombok Eco Developments+62 817 713 708www.lombokecodevelopments.com

Lombok Property & Investment +62 819 0797 4075 www.lp-i.co

NAGAINDO+62 813 5332 9501www.naga-indo.com

Pipe Dream Villas Resort +62 812 3923 9666 www.pipedreamvillas.com

Private Sanctuary +62 821 4741 9919 www.private-sanctuary.com

Tate Developments+62 818 0376 0677www.tatedevelopments.com

Charity

Face This www.facethis.org

Gili Eco Trust+62 813 3960 0553www.giliecotrust.com

Hairdresser Without Borders+62 821 4745 7186www.hwb-nonprofit.org

John Fawcett Foundationwww.balieye.org

Lombok Kids Foundation+62 819 1799 9054lkflombokkidfoundation.wordpress.com

Paradigm Water +62 813 3897 6786 www.paradigmwater.org

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EMERGENCY NUMBERSAmbulance Phone: 0370 623 489 Emergency call: 118 Fire Brigade Phone: 0370 672 013 Emergency call: 113Lombok PoliceJl. Gajah Mada No7, Ampenan Phone: 0370 693 110 Emergency call: 110Tourist Police Senggigi Jl. Raya Senggigi km 1Phone: 0370 632 733

HOSPITALSHarapan Keluarga Jl. Ahmad Yani, SelagalasPhone: 0370 617 7000/617 7009Risa Sentra MedikaJl. Pejanggik No.115, Cakranegara Phone: 0370 625 560New Mataram Public Hospital Jl. Bung Karno No.1, Mataram Phone: 0370 645 045Mataram Public HospitalJl. Pejanggik No.6, Mataram Phone: 0370 623 498Siti Fajar Moslem HospitalJl. Panca Warga, MataramPhone: 0370 623 498Anthonius Catholic HospitalJl. Koperasi, AmpenanPhone: 0370 621 397Police HospitalJl. Langko No.54, Ampenan Phone: 0370 633 701Army HospitalJl. HOS Cokroaminoto No.11, Mataram Phone: 0370 621 420Central Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Jen Basuki Rachmat, Praya Phone: 0370 654 007East Lombok Public Hospital Jl. Prof M. Yamin No.55, SelongPhone: 0376 216 80

HEALTH CLINICSBiomedika ClinicJl. Bung Karno No.143, Mataram Phone: 0370 645 137Medika Husada Clinic Jl. Raya SenggigiPhone: 0370 664 480Sengiggi Beach Hotel ClinicPhone: 0370 693 210Klinik ProdiaJalan Pejanggik No.107, Mataram Phone: 0370 635 010

Hotel Villa Ombak ClinicGili Trawangan Phone: 0370 642 336Jolie Sourire Dental Care Mataram MallJl. Pejanggik, Mataram Phone: 0370 668 1797

PHARMACIESGuardian Pharmacy Mataram MallJl. Pejanggik, Mataram Phone: 0370 629 921Kimia FarmaJl. Sriwijaya No.295, Mataram Phone: 0370 633 211Jl. Pejanggik No.48, MataramPhone: 0370 638 502Jl. Catur Warga, MataramPhone: 0370 634 774Jl. M. Yamin No.155 Selong, East LombokPhone: 0376 220 51

TAXI Bluebird TaxisPhone: 0370 627 000Express TaxisPhone: 0370 635 968Narmada Trans TaxiPhone: 0370 702 5333

IMMIGRATION OFFICEDepartment of ImmigrationJl. Udayana, MataramPhone: 0370 632 520

POST OFFICES Central Post OfficeJl. Sriwijaya, MataramPhone: 0370 632 645Jl. Langko, AmpenanPhone: 0370 631 642Jl. Raya SenggigiPhone: 0370 693 711

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLSNusa AlamJl. Pantai Meninting Phone: 0370 647 514

AIRLINE SALES OFFICES Silk Air Lombok Raya Hotel Jl. Panca Usaha No.11, Mataram Phone: 0370 628 254Garuda IndonesiaJl. Majapahit No. 2, Ampenanphone: 0370 642303/649100

Lion AirJl. Sriwijaya No.81, MataramPhone: 0370 629 111Merpati Nusantara AirlinesJl. Pejanggik No.69, MataramPhone: 0370 636 745TransNusaJl. Panca Usaha No.28, MataramPhone: 0370 624 555

CAR RENTAL COMPANIESLombok Rent CarJl. Raya Senggigi Km 12, Senggigi Phone: 0370 667 7887

FREIGHT/COURIER COMPANIES TikiJl. Anyelir No. 1, MataramPhone: 0370 633 014 DHLJl. Hos CokroaminotoNo.53G, MataramPhone: 0370 639 400

PUBLIC UTILITIESElectricity (PLN) Jl. Langko No. 25, AmpenanPhone: 0370 632 182 Jl. Raya SengiggiPhone: 0370 693 535Water (PDAM)Jl. Pendidikan No.29, MataramPhone: 0370 632 510Jl. Raya SengiggiPhone: 0370 693 886

CHURCH SERVICESBethany Mataram ChurchJl. I Gusti Ketut Jelantik GosaNo.23, MataramPhone: 0370 625 956HKBP Mataram ChurchJl. Gili Air No.4, MataramPhone: 0370 632 924Kristen Tuhan ChurchJl. Ekas No.47, MataramPhone: 0370 621 811Masehi Advent H7 ChurchJl. Kom L Yos Sudarso No.16, MataramPhone: 0370 638 500Pantekosta ChurchJl. Pariwisata No.4, MataramPhone: 0370 631 219Katholik Church Jl. Majapahit No.10, MataramPhone: 0370 634 397

CONSULATES IN BALIAustralia (Also consular service for Canada and New Zealand nationals)Jalan Tantular No. 32, Renon, Denpasar Phone: 0361 241 118

Brazil Jl. Raya Legian No.186, KutaPhone: 0361 757 775Czech Republic Jalan Pengembak No.17, SanurPhone: 0361 286 465DenmarkJl. By Pass Ngurah Rai–PemoganNo. 852, Denpasar Phone: 0361 821 6979FranceJl.Mertasari Gg. II No.8, Sanur Phone: 0361 285 485Germany Jl. Pantai Karang No.17, SanurPhone: 0361 288 535Italy Lotus Enterprise BuildingJl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, JimbaranPhone: 0361 701 005India Jl. Raya Puputan No.42, Renon, DenpasarPhone: 0361 241 987JapanJl. Raya Puputan No.170, Renon, DenpasarPhone: 0361 227 628Mexico Jl.Prof. Moh. Yamin No.1, Renon, DenpasarPhone: 0361 223 266NetherlandsJl.Raya Kuta No.127, KutaPhone: 0361 761 502NorwaySegara Village HotelJl. Segara Ayu, SanurPhone: 0361 282 223RussiaBali Kencana Resort IIBlock Cendrawasih No.18, Ungasan Phone: 0361 279 1560Spain Kompleks Istana Kuta GaleriaBlok Valet 2, No. 1 Jl.Patih Jelantik, Kuta Phone: 0361 769 286Sweden & FinlandJl. Segara Ayu No.2, SanurPhone: 0361 282 223Switzerland Kompleks Istana Kuta GaleriaBlok Valet 2 No.12Jl. Patih Jelantik, KutaPhone: 0361 751 735United KingdomJl. Tirta Nadi No.20, SanurPhone: 0361 270 601United States of AmericaJl. Hayam Wuruk No.188, Denpasar Phone: 0361 233 605

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