Surfs Up!
Gili is unusual in that it is the place for those rare right-handers! While there are spots that break all year round, the dry season of May to October is best. Beware of tides because they can make the [...]
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05, 2019
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05, 2019
The humble Cidomo, the Gilis answer to Motorized Vehicles
When you arrive on the Gilis the unmistakable sound of bells in a slow rhythm might make you think Santa is around the corner. But it’s actually our main form of transport just making you aware that they are [...]
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11, 2018
This is what 5 of the world’s most famous people would take to a deserted island
Asking someone what they’d take to a desert island is one of the most common questions in interviews. Perhaps we think it’ll give us some deeper insight into a person we are interested in getting to know better. The [...]
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11, 2018
8 strange superstitions about the sea
As one can imagine, the rich history of maritime exploration brought with it a number of superstitions about the sea. This can probably attributed to the fact that taking to the seas used to be a particularly dangerous venture [...]
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11, 2018
10 things to do with your kids at the beach
If we had to rank the top 10 beach activities, sunbathing or just relaxing on the seashore would always take the top spot. However, when you have children, you absolutely need a list of beach activities to keep them [...]
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11, 2018
5 books about the ocean that need to be in your beach bag
Not many things are able to match the singular pleasure of lazing on the beach and reading a good book while the waves lick the shore. If you’re looking for literature about the sea to read while you’re close [...]
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11, 2018
Visiting the Gilis: more things you should pack
We have already made it easy for you to pack for your next visit to the Gilis, but upon the advice of someone who recently visited this little paradise, we’d like to add to that list, as the most [...]
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11, 2018
These Instagram posts will inspire you to make Gili Air your next travel destination
There’s no better way to get an impression of a travel destination than to see how people who’ve been there experienced their visit. We’ve checked out the most recent Instagram posts hashtagged, #grandsunsetgiliair, and our jaws dropped. Sure, we’ve [...]
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11, 2018
These 10 songs about travel should definitely be on your holiday playlist
A good playlist makes any commute feel less daunting, yet it’s often the last thing people attend to when preparing for a trip abroad. We’ve made it easier to set up your playlist by compiling a list of ten [...]
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11, 2018
10 travel quotes to ignite the need for your next excursion
Ah, travel. It broadens the mind and the horizons, opening us up to experiences and thoughts we might have never had before. If you need some convincing to pack your bags and head out, these 10 inspiring quotes should [...]