J’AIME DECEMBER 2021
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us much of the history of the island of<br />
Lombok as we drove past idyllic deserted<br />
beaches. The island is fairly undiscovered<br />
now but it is due for a rise in tourism in the<br />
coming years. Much of these stunning bays<br />
filled only with palm trees will soon be large<br />
resorts, so we enjoyed seeing the island in its<br />
raw state.<br />
As we drove throughout the capital city,<br />
Mataram, Asier offered to show us his<br />
home and his family’s tempeh business. He<br />
said that he takes many visitors here when<br />
they express an interest in the daily lives<br />
of those on the island. As we parked up at<br />
his community many of the local children<br />
came out to greet us. As we walked to his<br />
home, many of the children shouted hello<br />
while the teenagers tried out some of their<br />
learnt English phrases. At our driver’s home<br />
we met his wife, parents, and extended<br />
family. Everyone had a role to play in their<br />
tempeh business and it was so interesting<br />
to see the process, as I had grown fond of<br />
this amazing vegetarian friendly dish. We<br />
were presented at the end of our tour with<br />
still warm fresh tempeh and it was such an<br />
honour to have been able to have met his<br />
family.<br />
We left Lombok with an unforgettable local<br />
experience and more knowledge of the<br />
place we had briefly explored. I would love<br />
to go back in the future and spend some<br />
more time here.<br />
Our trip in Indonesia was at an end and<br />
we reflected on the different aspects of<br />
our trip. We started in Jakarta for a quick<br />
24 hours. This city was intense, and we<br />
never got to truly experience it, I think it<br />
would have been a little too much for my<br />
Dad! Ubud in Bali was full of culture and<br />
was jam-packed with activities. I loved this<br />
town though and felt very comfortable<br />
here. Gili Air was a perfect end to the trip<br />
full of relaxation and will be remembered<br />
for the amazing marine life and bonding<br />
time with my family.<br />
I headed back to Australia reignited with<br />
excitement for the continuation of my<br />
travels and the adventures that awaited me.<br />
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