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Gili to Bali – Our Wahana Fast Boat Saga (and a Near Miss with Ekajaya!)
After an unforgettable island escape on Gili Trawangan (seriously, the highlight of our Bali trip!), it was time for our gili to bali return journey. As we shared in our last post, “Bali to Gili with Kids: Booking a Fast Boat with Komang & Wahana Virendra (2025 Family Review)”, getting to Gili T with Wahana via Komang was a breeze.…
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Bali to Gili with Kids: Booking a Fast Boat with Komang & Wahana Virendra (2025 Family Review)
If you’re planning a family trip from Bali to Gili Trawangan, you’ve probably already noticed how confusing fast boat options can be. Prices are all over the place, schedules are vague, and “official websites” don’t always give you the best deal. According to GiliTickets.com’s guide on how to get to the Gili Islands from Bali,…
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My Wise Card Limit Scare: Why Custom Spending Controls Are a Traveler’s Best Friend
A Scary Moment at an ATM in Gili I was in Gili Trawangan, Indonesia, and I needed some cash. I used my Wise card at a BNI ATM. The first withdrawal—2,000,000 rupiah—worked. But when I tried to take out another 1,450,000 rupiah, the machine gave my card back without any money. I panicked. Was my…
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Gili Trawangan to Bangsal Local Boat Guide: How My Family Did It(No Tourist Traps!)
Many travelers heading to Gili Trawangan take fast boats from Bali. But if you want to explore Lombok’s mainland—especially with kids—and keep things affordable, there’s a better way: take the local public boat between Gili Trawangan and Bangsal. It’s cheap, simple, and gives your family a little adventure on the way. In our case, we…
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Family Stay in Gili Trawangan: Honest Review of Jambuluwuk Oceania Resort (2025 Guide)
Stay in Gili Trawangan with kids and wondering if it’s worth the hype—or the budget? After two peaceful nights in Sanur, we ferried over to this sandy slice of paradise for the next part of our 18-night Indonesia journey. Our first stop on the island: Jambuluwuk Oceania Resort—and let’s just say, it set the bar…