Kura Kura Resort

Kura Kura is a resort that boasts a truly unique and wonderful marine park and is located in a truly exclusive context, not easily reachable: in fact, it takes 2 flights from Jakarta of about two hours in total and about forty minutes by boat (obviously everything depends on the weather conditions and does not take into account the timing of the stopovers). We stayed in this structure for 7 days as the final location for our honeymoon and the agency had proposed it to us as an alternative to the Maldives: a really big mistake (either you have never been to the Maldives, or the communication for this structure is really wrong). In fact, the descriptions on the contract reported "the presence of white sand beaches". Unfortunately, once we arrived on the island, the scenario that presented itself was decidedly different: 80% of the island is in a wild state, so much so that the presence of thick vegetation does not allow access to the sea. This area is only accessible at night with small torches as there is no lighting and, whether it is day or night, you still have to be careful where you walk because coconuts could fall on you, given that the entire area is not "managed". In the only frequented areas (the rooms, the restaurant and the pool in front of it) everything is very well-kept and beautiful, but if you think you have to spend a week only here, the situation becomes considerably more complicated. The sea is difficult to access, the island is surrounded by a lagoon where the water reaches your ankles for more than 500 meters and, once you arrive at the pier, you find yourself in the middle of the coral in the open sea. An inexperienced person could easily panic from the currents or cut themselves on the coral. Basically, if you don't like the open sea and the boat, the only solution is to spend a week lying on the loungers on the piers (being careful of the rusty nails on them), settle for getting your ankles wet in the lagoon and taking a dip in the pool. If you really want to enjoy the sea, you need to be accompanied by diving (for a fee) offshore and always weather permitting. Shoes, masks and beach towels are provided free of charge by the facility, the use of fins is prohibited. The beach bungalows are large and well-kept, the cleanliness is excellent: to save money and pollute as little as possible, guests are asked to change towels only when necessary, they do not change them automatically every day. They do not have a TV, but a fridge and a bottle for drinking water. In the ones furthest from the restaurant (from the third onwards) the internet does not work even with e-sim. The facility does not provide Wi-Fi, not even in the common areas and, apart from diving, it does not enjoy other customer services. Basically, there is nothing else to do (so hope for good weather). The beach volleyball court is completely abandoned, a bar in the eastern part of the island is "

I would start with the context. A small island that can be explored in about 15 minutes, in the middle of a crystalline lagoon full of reef fish and coral spots, around which you can snorkel safely with shoes and a mask. Fine white sand, coconut palms and mangroves lap the beaches, numerous and full of sunbeds. There is no fighting to find a place in the sun! Upon arrival, the manager Sandro, from Rome, welcomes us with a general overview of the services, times, what to do and what to expect. Roberta Cecchetto, manager of Diving and Excursions, also introduces herself and invites us to go to the diving center the next day. The rooms, ours had a lagoon view, are spacious and, although basic, are very welcoming and modern with a fridge, safe, mosquito net and a beautiful bathroom. Remember that there is no wifi at the resort but you have to ask for a modem (for a small fee) at the reception, subject to availability. You may have to wait a few departures to have your connection! Personally, it was essential for me due to a family problem in Italy. The staff is all very young and polite, helpful and available. A very positive note to the cuisine that ranges from Indonesian dishes to international dishes and à la carte, for lunch, there are also excellent Italian proposals. Half board includes a plentiful breakfast that offers both sweet (donuts, fruit, croissants, muesli, yogurt, pancakes....) and savory (bread, eggs in all shapes...). Dinner includes a choice between 3 courses out of 4 in which each includes different choices: the main course for example offers 5 different dishes and you choose one. If you take 4 courses, the extra one will be paid for. I can assure you that 3 courses are already very very plentiful and that not only you do not suffer from hunger, but you eat really well! The Indonesian dishes are fabulous! Drinks are extra. As for Roberta Cecchetti / Diving and Excursions, this wonder woman combines practicality and competence with a lot of enthusiasm. The excursions offered are obviously linked to the sea and they are wonderful. The reef is pristine everywhere and there are, just below the surface, immense coral gardens of all types, where thousands of colorful fish swim. With a mask and snorkel you can already see everything! Warm water and therefore snorkeling at ease, even for 45 minutes / 60. The accompanying guys are very attentive and reliable. I did 3 dives, together with my husband, 2 with Roberta and one with a local dive master. I thank Roberta who gave me the refresher (I hadn't dived for many years) and who accompanied me by the hand, every time I didn't feel safe. Surely the island, a destination for non-mass tourism, allows you to receive a lot of attention, in an uncontaminated naturalistic environment. The Spa didn't drive me crazy, the girl I had for the massage, comparing the type of massage to a similar one done in another structure during the trip, didn't