Hotel review: The Oberoi Beach Resort, Lombok

Ah, dear Oberoi Lombok, where shall I start? Perhaps with the scent of plumerias in your lush green gardens, which will stay in my memory forever? With the massage, that almost made me fall asleep 3 times in one session? Or with the picture-perfect breakfast setting? No matter where or how I start, the Oberoi Beach Resort Lombok review cannot end with anything other but a perfect 10.

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Čudovita Indonezija: Potovanje na Lombok

V Lombok sem se zaljubila leta 2018, ko sva bila zaradi uničujočega potresa takrat ena redkih turistov na otoku. Prijetni spomini na čudovito naravo, odlično lokalno hrano in slastno tropsko sadje so bili močnejši od zbledelih slik podrtih stavb, žalostnih oči obupanih domačinov in praznih letovišč. Tokrat, ko sva po natanko 6 letih otok obiskala ponovno, je potovanje na Lombok v meni pustilo mešane občutke. Kar se od takrat ni popolnoma nič spremenilo, so čudovita narava, odlična hrana in cene, ki so zaradi depreciacije valute ostale res nizke. Pričakovala sem precej več gneče in preporod turizma, naletela pa na precejšen kulturni šok.

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Charming Lombok, Indonesia

Following a business trip to Singapore in September 2018, we decided to visit Lombok as a part of our belated summer vacation. With a good climate, cheap prices, and direct flights from Singapore, Lombok seemed like a perfect alternative to its overcrowded neighbor Bali. Unfortunately, less than one month before our departure, a series of destructive earthquakes happened, and we had some doubts about whether it was safe to travel to Lombok. The situation got stable a couple of days before our departure, so we decided to take a risk and go anyway. This decision turned out to be one of the best ones in my travel “career”, and it led to another Lombok visit in September 2024.

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Izlet z Vršiča na Visoki Mavrinc (1.562 n.m.v.)

Vožnja preko prelaza Vršič že sama po ponuja čudovite razglede, vijugasta cesta pa je tudi izhodišče za številne hribovske in gorske izlete. Eden krajših in ne preveč napornih je pohod na Visoki Mavrinc, ki predstavlja odlično priložnost za učinkovito kurjenje kalorij pred kosilom v Kranjski gori, Trenti ali kakšni izmed bližnjih koč. V članku bom opisala najkrajšo in praktično edino relativno dobro označeno pot na Visoki Mavrinc. Midva sva jo prehodila poleti in pozimi, in obakrat zelo uživala.

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Kratek skok na Trupejevo poldne (1.931 n.m.v.)

Nima najbolj seksi imena, ima pa enega najlepših razgledov v Sloveniji. Trupejevo poldne je vrh v Karavankah, ki ga lahko relativno zlahka osvoji vsak pohodnik, ponuja pa čudovito panoramsko kuliso tako na slovenski kot na avstrijski strani. Greben namreč poteka ravno na meji med državama, njegov vrh, z nemškim imenom Techantinger Mittagskogel, pa zaznamuje velik fotogeničen lesen križ. Trupejevo poldne sva doslej obiskala dvakrat in v tem članku bom opisala najkrajšo pot, ki sva jo opravila letos poleti.

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5 reasons why you should visit New Jersey

If you often travel to New York City, you’ll sooner or later notice that the state of New Jersey is just a stone’s throw away. In fact, the Hudson River, which surrounds Manhattan, is the natural border between the two states. I’ve been to New York City five times, and it is still one of my favorite cities in the world. However, if you have a couple of days to spare, visiting New Jersey while you’re in Manhattan can be a great idea. In this post, I’ll tell you 5 reasons why you should visit New Jersey, even if just for a day.

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Top 5 attractions in Shanghai

Shanghai, China’s largest city and a global financial hub, is a dazzling metropolis that blends historical charm with cutting-edge modernity. With its futuristic skyline, vibrant cultural scene, and rich history, Shanghai offers an array of attractions that cater to every traveler’s interest. In this post you will find the most visited top 5 attractions in Shanghai, each offering a unique glimpse into this dynamic city.

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