As the world reawakens and travellers start to rediscover the wonders beyond their own borders, one enchanting Indonesian island is gearing up to welcome guests back to paradise with a wide smile and a wealth of world-class, eco-sensitive activities.Lombok is a tropical wonderland that exudes exotic charm and serenity. Just across a sparkling sea from Bali, this verdant isle is a vibrant centre of adventure that lets lifestyle-conscious guests unwind in a stunning setting, amid a landscape of lush jungles, volcanic peaks, pristine beaches and cerulean seas. From mindfulness moments such as seafront yoga sessions, spiritual temple visits, cultural encounters and rejuvenating spa therapies to invigorating activities such as surfing, snorkelling, water sports and jungle treks, Lombok is an island that soothes the soul and ignites the imagination.For a truly exhilarating experience, the world s top riders will head to Lombok s Mandalika International Street Circuit from 18-20 March 2022 fo
Meliá Hotels International, a world leader in premium resort hotels, looks to bring a touch of Spanish luxury to Indonesia with the opening of Gran Meliá Lombok in 2024. Already one of the hotel group s most sought-after destinations, the new opening will mark the first Gran Meliá property on the paradise island of Lombok and its second in Indonesia.
Indonesia real estate: Covid-19, relaxed foreign ownership laws and MotoGP are drawing property investors to tourist islands Bali and Lombok over Jakarta PETA TOMLINSON Government moves and new offerings – such as these villas at Selong Selo Resort & Residences, Lombok – are stirring interest in Indonesia’s property market. Photo: handout
Indonesia s moves to make it easier for foreigners to own property have been welcomed by the industry and end users alike. The Minister of Agrarian and Spatial Planning, Sofyan Djalil, whetted appetites when he reportedly told Indonesian property tycoons during a webinar in July that impending new rules would provide foreigners with similar ownership rights as locals. While that has not quite happened, the passing of the omnibus Law on Job Creation in October, which seeks to leverage foreign property investment as one of the pillars to reboot the nation s economy after the pandemic, has made the pathway clearer.