Everyone dreams of a beach/island getaway; it’s a given. We’re helplessly attracted to the seas and sand, and some fun under the sun. However, for us non-swimmers, this could pose as a problem — or even a risk, at most.But, we can’t help it. We want to dip our toes in the hot sand and experience the clear, blue waters and come out of the sea looking like Halle Berry.So, what’s a person to do?

Lombok is often dubbed as the new Bali, but we don’t quite agree. The island has its own charm and comparing it to its more popular neighbour it’s doing both islands a disservice.One of the reasons why we love Lombok is the untouched beaches. They have not been overrun with rampant development, and the fact it takes more effort to visit the island’s pristine beaches makes the experience even better.

Bored of the old ‘cocktails after work’ as a way of unwinding with your girlfriends? Here’s another way to spend time with them, and get some proper TLC while you’re at it.Day 1: Tips and toes, and then trips to the shoresUpon reaching Phuket International Airport, the first thing you do after collecting your luggage is to look for a booth that sells SIM cards.