Our first stop in Asia was nothing short of unforgettable. In this episode, we take you with us to Lombok, Indonesia—just east of Bali—where we spent one of the most meaningful travel days of our lives. From learning traditional weaving techniques in a quiet village to riding motorbikes through a rainforest (crutches and all), and snorkeling with clownfish off the Gili Islands, this day was packed with adventure, connection, and soul. It was the kind of day that reminded us exactly why we travel—and why Indonesia is so much more than Bali. Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure.
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Episode 140 - Lombok, Indonesia: What Bali Was Like Before the Crowds
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What You’ll Discover in This Episode:


What it felt like stepping onto Asian soil for the first time 


How we planned a private, authentic tour in Lombok (and why we skipped the cruise excursion)


Getting strapped into a loom and weaving with the women of a local village 


The wild motorbike ride that left us breathless and laughing in disbelief 


Scott’s heartwarming chat with locals using Google Translate 


Hiking (and not hiking) to the stunning Kelambu Waterfalls 


The moment we climbed onto the roof of a traditional jukung boat 


Snorkeling off the Gili Islands with thousands of fish—and unexpected clownfish 


The GoPro deal of a lifetime (complete with a private underwater photographer!) 


Why our lunch of nasi goreng and homemade sambal was worth the trip alone 


Dodging a missed cruise departure—and what to know if you’re booking excursions on your own


How Indonesia welcomed us in ways we never expected—and why we can’t wait to return 


Destinations Covered in this Episode:


Lombok, Indonesia 


Kelambu Waterfalls 


Gili Islands 


Traditional Weaving Village in Lombok 


Local beachside warung (restaurant)


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