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Claire and Valia Gontard - Somewhere Real, Somewhere Special, Somewhere Lombok

Claire and Valia Gontard share the story behind Somewhere Lombok, from their family connection to the island to building a boutique resort rooted in nature, community and thoughtful hospitality

GT World Challenge Asia at Mandalika International Circuit, Indonesia

A photographer’s perspective on GT World Challenge Asia at Mandalika, capturing the speed, precision and atmosphere of GT3 racing against Lombok’s coastline.

Teak Sundays: The Island's Favourite Weekly Tradition

Every Sunday, Gili Teak brings locals, travellers and island regulars together for a themed beachfront buffet, sunset drinks and an easy-going community atmosphere.

By Order of The Peaky's Barbers

Step into Peaky’s Barbershop in Gili Air, where vintage 1920s-inspired style meets modern grooming, from precision fades and beard trims to classic razor shaves.

Finding My Voice: A Conversation With Rizal Alfaro

From busking on the streets of Mataram to performing across the Gilis, Rizal Alfaro shares his journey, musical influences and dreams of taking his music around the world.

Buffalo Pond - The Ripple Effect: A Movement Born on Lombok’s Shore

From the shores of Lombok to the communities of Sumbawa, Buffalo Pond is redefining what it means to create meaningful impact in paradise.

Ahmad Arifin Ilham, butler at Tampah Hills

You could say that Ahmad Arifin Ilham, known as Arifin, knows exactly how to give every guest at the Tampah Hills - Seaside Society Lombok the ‘royal treatment’. And he’s probably had the best type of training for the job. For more than a year he has been a butler at the resort and he loves it.

Anak Benoa Sailing Trimaran - Island Hopping at Your Own Pace in Lombok’s ‘Secret Gilis’

Explore Lombok’s Secret Gilis aboard Anak Benoa, a 26-foot trimaran offering flexible island-hopping cruises, hidden coves, snorkelling spots, beach stops and sunset sailing.

How one solar company is making Lombok's blackouts a thing of the past

From solar-powered villas to electric boats, Smart Energy Technology is helping Lombok embrace cleaner, more reliable energy while reducing reliance on diesel generators.

Project Why Not

Project Why Not has supported children in Lombok since 2017, working with the local community to provide education, nurture confidence and create opportunities for a brighter future.

Glaze Spa - House of Wellness Feature

Glaze Spa brings beauty, relaxation and holistic wellness together in a distinctive glass block building in Kuta Lombok, combining thoughtful design with a modern approach to self-care.

Soma Vita Spa - Vitality of Body Mind and Spirit

Soma Vita brings a holistic approach to wellness on Gili Air, combining recovery therapies, longevity-focused experiences, community and mindful island living.

Ibu Rahun Suparman's Pizza

Ibu Rahun - Partner and co-founder of Suparmans Pizza - a lovely little warung, but with a great concept that cares for the island that they so dearly love. Pak Suparman and Ibu Rauhun are both crazy about planting trees. We co-founded Suparmans Treevolution together, planting trees across the 3 Gilis, but mainly she is famous for her soto ayam - grows all the herbs, etc. herself and has a big buffet (nasi tampung) celebration frequently for tree planting volunteers.

Raising the Frequency - Seth Vadar Emerick’s Life on Gili T

From quiz nights at the Irish to live performances with The Frequency and charity events across Lombok, Seth Vadar Emerick has become a familiar face in the Gili Trawangan community over the past 14 years.

Home essentials with a touch of luxury

High Tyyde supplies and shipping

Laga Padel Club - Where coastal living meets the future of padel

Opening early 2027 | Kuta Beach, Lombok