The wind is blowing. The surf, if its there at all, is at Gerupuk or Mawi, and you just can’t be bothered with the crowds, the paddling, the effort. (Clearly I’m a lazy surfer). So what’s a person to do in Kuta Lombok when there’s stuff all surf or you're that breed... read more

  There are an ever increasing variety of places to lay your head at night here in Kuta, covering all ranges, but listed below are our favourites.   BOMBORA BUNGALOWS First up is the delightful Bombora. These are a small collection of 8 bungalows located on the street going to the main Kuta Beach. They still... read more

Lombok, the sister island to Bali, is fast becoming a popular alternative to Bali. It offers a vastly different cultural experience and is home to a plethora of yet to be discovered beaches, bays and waterfalls. In South Lombok, Kuta, a once sleepy fishing village known for its surf breaks is also coming of... read more

    Quick it's sunny! Head to the beach! Oh, hang on, here come's the rain again...ahhh yes, the joys of the rainy season. So what to do when you're in Kuta, it's pissing down, and you've had enough of binging on TV series and have to get out of the house? Clearly,... read more

  We all have our favourite haunts, and for me, my go to place in Kuta Lombok is definitely Milk Espresso. Located on the strip of cafes, just down from Alfamart, it is instantly recognisable by the stylishly renovated black shipping containers and trendy black and white tones everywhere. Owner Therese Jan... read more

  The Bus Bar Okay I’m biased; the Bus Bar is one of my favourite drinking holes. I’ll be honest, I’m a sucker for ordering drinks from a VW and for me it’s all about music - good house music. The Bus Bar is the brainchild of Ary Craike,... read more