Unpretentious metropolitan style meets stunning natural beauty…Jacksonville captures the essence of a lifestyle and landscape reflecting the real Florida. Discover the heart of the city and endless stretches of pristine beaches, while exploring the region’s unique shopping, numerous dining options and warm Southern hospitality. The area also offers nature trails, parks, tennis courts, water sports, and of course, the opportunity to bike, walk or just relax and enjoy the sun on the beaches along Jacksonville Beach. The beach area is home of the Tournament Players Championship which brings in top golfers in May of each year and during the fall and winter months our NFL Football Team, the Jaguars, are active on the football fields both here and across the nation.
As we had been greeted at the dozens of warungs that we had passed, a team of local Indonesian guys wearing smart “Jimbaran Beach Cafe” polos ushered us to a plastic table about 20 feet from the water. Other guests included a large family of locals and tourists from all over. Jogging is widely practiced sport in Jimbaran beach and is especially tempting in the covered glow of sunset. Jimbaran is also an admired spot for windsurfing and sailing small craft, which are obtainable for rent. The organic salads are perfect for warm, sultry Balinese lunches, or try a fresh catch from nearby Jimbaran beach. Asam Garam is the perfect setting to share the local fare, notably the Balinese Roasted Duck with Water Spinach, an Indonesian Rijstafel (Seafood variety thoughtfully offered as well as a Balinese kind) - a combination meal of various dishes, or the ubiquitous Nasi Goreng.
