When you’ve booked premium vacation rentals in an exotic place, you will need to pack accordingly. After all, you’re not off to a safari adventure, nor are you going to Europe flitting from museum to museum. You’re also not backpacking your way to a rundown beach. You’re off to a luxury holiday and you need to make sure you bring your glam stuff with you to make the most out of your stay.  

For the ladies, here are some tips that can help you decide what to pack for your vacation:

1. Forget the labels and prioritize the fit. Just because you’re on a premium vacation doesn’t mean all your clothes need to feature snobby labels. The point is to relax, so you need decent-looking clothes that fit you nicely.
2. Stick to the classics for your wardrobe. Fashion trends can be a finicky issue and what’s cool where you come from may not be considered stylish where you’re going. You will also obviously want to take pictures, and you don’t want to wear something that can looks foolish in just a few years, like 1980s shoulder pads.

So what this basically means is that you may want to go mainly with sheath dresses when you want to go out of your rented villa to have a fun night in town. Dresses are great because they’re very versatile, and you can adhere to any sort of dress code using the right accessories. For more casual occasions, you will just need nicely fitting tops.

• Black is always a safe choice. It’s no coincidence that all ladies need a little black dress in their closet. For a premium vacation, you need at least one in your travel bag too. You won’t look out of place wherever you go, and it’s a classic style that will never go out of fashion. Black seems like a much dressier option, so it’s more suitable for luxury vacations.

Pair even just a basic cotton dress with heels, and you’re ready for a fancy restaurant in the evening. Put on some simple ballet flats with it, and you’ll just look chic exploring the town during the day.

• Don’t forget your accessories. Leave the expensive jewelry at home. Despite the improved security in rented villas, you’re still travelling to another city and you don’t want to lose something you value too highly.

You do need to plan for your activities. Swimsuits will of course be mandatory, since most luxury villas have pools and beach vacations are always nice. But you’ll need cool sunglasses and a floppy hat if you’re planning to stay a few hours on the beach. In fact, just bring great sunglasses especially if you’re staying somewhere tropical. They also tend to compliment your outfits. Scarves are also a good idea for nighttime strolling, when the temperatures become cooler.

1. Consider the right footwear. Since you’re going on a premium vacation, you may as well bring along your footwear with the highest quality. But it’s still a vacation, so you should make sure your heels are comfy. Stick to neutral colors for your shoes so they’ll match any outfit you wear.

Of course, if it’s a vacation you can’t wear heels all the time. That’s hardly relaxing. Try to bring along leather ballet flats and dressy flat sandals. Not only will they keep your feet comfy when you need a timeout from heels, but they also look great whether you’re wearing a dress or a pair of trousers.

The real key to proper packing is to make sure you dress up for your plans. Consult your schedule, and then make sure you have a planned outfit for each activity you’re hoping to do. When you know what you’re going to wear for what you plan to do, the more you will relax on your vacation.

If you are one of the types that want to live something away more different from the well-known and bustling resorts of Indonesia, Lombok, on the east of the island, is a virgin place o and not as touristy yet equally impressive. Tourism has penetrated less threateningly, but this has its negatives, as visitors often feel invaded in a place that is perhaps unwanted or indifferent. Something to change soon, since these travelers who have already visited Mali start for “fresh lands”. This, in addition for the island’s main reason for visiting as a weddings in Bali destination and coupled with recent luxury hotel facilities, means that soon the island will cease to be the “hidden treasure” of Indonesia.
Exploring Lombok

With a variety of beautiful beaches, a larger volcano and a larger variety of scenery make it significantly different. Lombok is divided into three countries with three capitals. Mataram, to the west, which is also its largest city and the capital of Lombok, Praya in the center and Selong in the eastern part of the island.

The culture of the west side of the island is still heavily influenced by Bali. The eastern side is the base of the native Sakas, mainly Muslims. Although the cities are separated, Ampenan, Mataram, Cakranegara and Sweta are actually becoming one, in Lombok’s “city”.Mataram, to the west, which are also its major city and the capital of Lombok, Praya in the center and Selong in the eastern part of the island.

The culture of the west side of the island is still heavily influenced by Bali. The eastern side is the home of the native Sakas, mainly Muslims. Although formally separate cities, Ampenan, Mataram, Cakranegara and Sweta are actually becoming one, in Lombok’s “city”. Mataram is the largest city, Cakranegara is the old royal city and Sweta is the transport center and largest market on the island and Ampenan on the west, sometimes the main harbor, is now a point where one can find cheap accommodation and food.

At Mataram there are several local souvenirs, markets .You can also buy handmade sarongs made with hand-made and foot-operated looms as if nothing has changed. The Mayura Royal Palace is a lovely place for relaxation. The large artificial lake with the open gazebo in the center is connected to the coast with an elevated path. Statues and fountains decorate the park that surrounds it. Pula Meru, the largest Balinese temple, is located just opposite the palace. As in any mall, Lobok’s outdoor market is filled with people, locals and tourists, discovering small hidden treasures from spices and herbs to folk art and antiques.

Lombok’s most touristic area is Senggigi Beach. The route is full of steep turns, hills and stunning coastal views. The view is amazing but swimming is forbidden. At Sengiggi there are many restaurants, bars and discos, souvenir shops and all-inclusive accommodation.

The first acquaintance with the island is through the exploration of the island’s volcano. Gunung Rinjani is Lombok’s tallest mountain and active volcano and the third largest volcano in all of Indonesia, a popular destination for those who love hiking and locals flocking to hot springs in the northeast side of the caldera, in an effort to take advantage of Lopocti’s excellent healing properties. The holy Segara Anakan Lake is located lower than the crater’s periphery. Daily trips are organized at the foot of Mount Rinjani and the beautiful mountain village of Tetebatu, another area chosen for trekking in the volcano. The compass leads to the southern part of the island and Sukarara, a place with unusual houses made of local stone. It is located in an area with many rice fields, filled with small villages with wooden houses and almost every house has an old wooden loom. Most of the materials are built in houses in the surrounding villages and there is so much variety. The bazaar is a pleasant process. Dine with the locals, have a cup of coffee or try boiling sweet potato and relax.

Lombok beaches are quieter than those of Bali. Kuta beach in Lombok is a resort that the surfists prefer. Apart from the main tourist season in August, you will find peace and relaxation. A beautiful white sandy beach, blue sea and verdant hills to surround it, make up the scenery, which is considered the most idyllic.

The Pantai Segar is about 10 minutes on the east of Kuta and if you climb on the huge rock you will thank God for these spectacular views, especially when the sun rises. Gerupak is also a beach which is the ultimate destination for surfing and fishing. A beautiful sandy beach,Selong Blanak Bay, offers surfing, along with the beaches of Mawan, Tampa and Mawi. There are many good waves in the coral reefs of the island, many hidden secrets left and right from the beach Kuta, and east of Tanjung Aan. The local fishermen will take you with only a few rupees to take you there.

As for scuba diving, the Gilis Islands always come first. There are several instructors that can guide you with the necessary equipment. You can spend the night in bungalows, Gili Air has the largest population of locals and offers the possibility of greater contact with the inhabitants’ culture, which is absent from the other islands.

The best time to visit Lombok is the drought period, from June to October. On the other hand, the rainy season, from October to May, is warmer and, of course, wetter, but the landscape is green and surely more beautiful.

Are you planning a long distance road trip in the near future? Any travel entails a lot of planning to make sure that it would be enjoyed by everyone going. One of the most important aspects of the road trip is, of course, the transportation.

Aside from making your transportation is well-maintained, it is also a good idea to make sure that it has a dashboard camera. Years ago, dashboard cameras were considered just a luxury for many car owners. But nowadays, more and more people have installed dashboard cameras in their automobiles. Not only can they help in insurance frauds, but sometimes you can capture some very interesting things on your dashboard camera.

If you have never purchased one and you don’t know which features are important, check out some tips below on what you need to in order to purchase the best dashboard camera for your long distance trip.

1. Do your own research – there are so many dashboard cameras in the market today, and you might be swayed by advertising tactics into buying one that might be too expensive but you’ll find out later that you are not happy with your purchase. Make sure you do your research on what a dashcam can and cannot do and list down the features that you require on your own dashboard camera so that you will know what to look for once you begin your search.

2. Ask for recommendations from friends – do you have any friends who already have a dash cam installed in their vehicles? If so, their first-hand suggestions would be best. You can be sure that they will be honest with their recommendations. You can even ask your friend to teach you how their own cameras work and demonstrate the different features so you can see first-hand how it functions.

3. Read articles from magazines or newspapers – it would be impossible not to see any articles on magazines or maybe even newspapers about dashboard cameras. Go to your local library or bookstore and purchase magazines that are specifically tailored for car owners. You will be able to find some honest reviews by car enthusiasts about what dashboard cameras will work well for your need.

4. Look through forums for suggestions – you can go to forums like Reddit and see if there are people who have recommended specific brands and models. Just make sure that whoever is posting is actually reliable as there are some who lie about their answers in the forum.

5. Go to review websites for more options – if you don’t want to buy a magazine just to look for an article about dashboard cameras, the good thing is that there are websites that put dashcam reviews to help consumers with what they can choose to purchase. These websites have reviewed hundreds of models and came up with what can be considered the best of the best list. You’ll be able to compare features and prices which will surely make your decision easier.