Lombok, the island that God smiles upon

Malimbu Hill, located near the tourist district of Senggigi, is the perfect spot to enjoy the view of Lombok's pristine blue waters. It is also considered the best place on the island to watch the sunset. Photos: The Star/Akil Yunus

In Lombok, they say that God created the island when he was smiling – and it’s not hard to imagine why.

A media trip earlier in the year to this lesser-known Indonesian enclave revealed some hidden wonders that, in my opinion, makes it a preferred destination.