Uploaded September 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Which island would you visit, if you have to pick one?

I've spent extensive time on both Bali and Lombok, as well as their surrounding islands. Here's a comprehensive comparison between the two, when it comes to crowd, cultures, accommodation options, experience, food and activities available, to help you decide which island is better suited for your next holiday in Indonesia. If you have visited both, let me know which was your favorite in the comments!

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Nusa Penida guide: youtu.be/1X39TPsyI84?si=R0QUkYG5i8WcfwRU
Nusa Lembongan + Ceningan guide: youtu.be/l1BeNMv3GHE?si=0OxfY1ygbw59Hp0n
Lombok with a local guide: youtu.be/RxCh5lOmtVc?si=v3tRmOHV7w8cJubT

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Chapters:

0:00 - intro
0:26 - Crowds
1:28 - Traffic
1:52 - Things to do
2:32 - Culture
4:08 - Facilities
5:04 - Vacation style
6:30 - Seasonality
7:03 - Nature
8:06 - Transportation
8:23 - Which island is better?