Bali & Lombok Insight Guide

Bali and Lombok are tiny islands in the world`s largest archipelago, but they are home to incredible diversity, taking in ancient temples, landscapes dotted with rice terraces and waterfalls, world-class surfing and traditional villages. Whether you want to relax on a beach, immerse yourself in Bali`s unique spiritual culture, or shop for traditional crafts, Insight Regional Guide Bali and Lombok will guide you to the perfect experience. Features by local writers delve into topics including the diverse cuisine, performing arts, and beach activities, while evocative accounts of each area of the islands bring them to life, from Bali`s cultural hub of Ubud and the black sand beaches of Lovina to Lombok`s central villages. Full-colour photography and maps help you navigate with
ease, and our detailed Travel Tips gives you all the practical information you need to plan your trip, including our selection of the best and most authentic hotels and restaurants. Plus, the pull-out touring map suggests 10 fantastic tours of the island of Bali.Insight Guides are dedicated to exploring the destination in detail with a selection of glossy illustrations. Extensive introductory sections look at the region’s history and culture and there are also short articles written by locals about distinctive local issues, whilst selective photo-features illustrate the variety of the place. The ‘Places’ section is grouped geographically and provides details of the area including places to visit, suggestions for tours and other activities. Each section has its own listings of
the best restaurants, bars and cafes. Essential practical information is provided in the Travel Tips chapter on accommodation, shopping and local activities. A useful location finder and travel tip index with relevant page numbers are given on the inside covers. Overview street plans are also provided for the main cities in the region or country, plus a free touring map.