Today is travel day as we get the ferry across from Bali to Lombok.

Before leaving Candi Dasa, we had a ‘personalised’ brekkie with our names in oil!

Like most things in Bali, departure times for the ferry are merely a guide and as predicted we left 45mins later than scheduled, however the sun was out and the wind light, which meant for a gentle passage across the Selat Lombok.

After arriving in the port of Lembar, we had a short drive to a traditional village to see where & how the locals live.

Walking around the village was a real eye opener, with the buildings constructed of bamboo with mud & cow dung floors. The spaces were modest in size and layout, with low ceilings and basic amenities although they do have electricity and gas stoves.

All the houses were basic in structure and reminiscent of those found in developing countries across Asia & Africa.

The tour of the village brought home how limited the resources are for a great deal of the Lombok population. I’ve never before seen people living in ‘houses’ with mud floors and little or no toilet and/or cooking amenities.

Tonight’s stay is in Kuta, at Taku, a small hotel across from the beach.

The grounds and pool are excellent, as is our room with its amazon shower & comfortable bed with white sheets.

Our arrival late afternoon meant we got the chance to swim in the pool before the e went on to the hotel dinner for a great food offering, with seafood and chicken.

Tomorrow we are planning another beach day with the intention to pop in and have a look around to see if there are any bargains.

Big enjoyment to our friends, we look forward to seeing you tomorrow for our swansong.