My final stop on Lombok was Senggigi, on the west coast.
It doesn't have a terribly good reputation these days ("promises a lot but is mostly a bit of a dump," according to Travelfish). The beaches are no great shakes, and the "town" is mostly just a sprawl of tourist-themed development along a few bays, without ever feeling like there's a there there.
But there are patches of bright sky among the clouds.
There are some very good value places to stay (mine had big shady balconies, and a terrace and restaurant built overlooking the sea). There's a decent posh grocery store with a good selection of imported food (for when you've been missing cheese, wine, and strawberries). And there's also a nice seaside temple (Pura Batu Bolong), and half-decent sunsets.
And sometimes, that's all you need for a couple of days.
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| Pura Batu Bolong, as a storm rolls in |
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