In Reply to: Lombok and the Gillis posted by Photoman on Tuesday, 16. February 2010 at 10:29 Bali Time:
Most of Lombok is quiet and picturesque, compared to Bali anyway. As a first timer I would recommend you spend 3-4 nights somewhere like Mangsit (Qunci Villas) which right on the beach facing Bali - so you will get to watch the sunset behind Mt Agung on Bali. Close enough to Senggigi to be able to go into town at night for a few drinks/entertainment. Then go over to Gili Air or Gili Meno for a couple of nights. Fly over, fast boat back. Or visa versa if staying on the Gilis first.