Lombok ~ Indonesia

Today we visited the small island port of Lombok.  Prior to our arrival it had been described to us as ‘rustic’ and similar to Bali before Bali became a tourist destination.  There were a couple of organised day trips available to fellow travellers but Joan and I decided to have a quiet day simply doing our own thing around the town.

On arrival at the port we were met by a troupe of local musicians all banging loudly on their instruments with the main music track playing over a megaphone.  It was the sort of music only a mother would love!  Non the less their instruments and costume made for great pictures.

Off the dock we found ourselves in a small market place with local arts and crafts for sale or barter.  One vendor tried to sell me a single bottle of Bintang beer for $10.  Five minutes later the price was $5, a 50% discount – what a bargain (not).     

Outside the port and all along the main street we were constantly approached by locals trying to sell their services as tour guides and drivers in all manner of transport.

Would I return to Lombok?  Probably not but it was an interesting place to stop and refresh.

Next stop Singapore.

(Still getting used to the pictures with this blog so please bear with me)