Lodging Review- Jungle Hideaway Bungalows

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  Lombok, Indonesia
Sunday, March 1, 2009

The Jungle Hideaway at Kuta Beach on Lombok is incredible value.  The bungalow---there's only one--is nestled privately on the sand in Kuta Beach.  It has A/C,  furnished with local ikat  and built with quality craftemsnship, has a western toilet and shower, a fridge, and a view to die for from the front porch.

In the US this kind of luxurious seclusion would cost hundreds of dollars a night, but in Kuta Beach, it's about US $14 at current exchange rates.  It is true-- you can find cheaper accomodation in Kuta Beach-- some for under $10 US, but you will not be on the beach and enjoy the creature comforts you can find here.

Here are some photos I took from the bungalow, as well as pics of heh owner Greg and his son Willie.. Greg supports every local good cause there is, and is a soft touch for folks who are down on their luck.  He hires ricefield workers at the Bungalow, (salary in the paddy is .80 cents US per day),  gives them a salary, a place to live, meals, and medicine, and teaches them English. I have met many of his former employees who are now attending University.   Also some photos of "downtown" Kuta Beach.  It's a quiet fishing village with good surfing, nice beach, and friendly people.  Getting there is a bit of a challenge , but isn't that true of everywhere worthwhile you've ever gone?

Wandering_man says check it out.  Enjoy your Gaugin moment here.

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Willie	Remote Controlled A/C	Western Toilet and Sink	Shower
Shower knobs	Greg, the owner	Fridge	View from the bed
Downtown Kuta	Downtown Kuta	Downtown Kuta   Comments!	Downtown Kuta
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