Backpackers are advised to get hold of
cheap travel insurance if they plan to visit Lombok island, near Bali.
According to the Wall Street Journal, while Bali has carved out an effective international reputation as one of the most popular holiday destinations in south-east Asia, the nearby island of Lombok also offers eastern treasures for travellers searching for experiences a little more off the beaten track.
The island has been appealing to backpackers for several years but is now branching out to offer a wider range of boutique resorts that cater to crowds beyond the backpacker market.
Lombok's rugged natural environment is one of its chief assets and has proven the major pull for backpackers in recent years, with many simply arriving on fishing boats. Still, horse and carriage remains the island's only form of transport, something which helps to retain the area's natural beauty.
Tourism has suffered around Bali in recent years but the industry is recovering and islands like Lombok present an ideal alternative for travellers seeking adventure and equipped with
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