Indonesia West Nusa Tenggara Regency
Gili Islands
A trio of serene, car-free isles off the northwest coast of Lombok, known for coral reefs, dive sites, and laid-back beach vibe.
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Hold the phone, folks! Tropical paradise beckons. At least that’s how most people talk about the Gilis: a chain of three tiny specks of land in the Bali Sea, they are best accessed from Lombok on a fast boat transfer. The main island is Gili Trawangan, which has garnered a rep for hedonism on account of its rambunctious Irish bars and tri-weekly parties. Then there’s Gili Meno and little Gili Air, where mangroves frame lux resorts that offer yoga pads and hammocks. Whichever you choose, you can look forward to alabaster sands and seas of azure blue, ringed by some of the most pristine coral gardens for miles around.
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