Bali is full of solo travellers, especially women; many of them digital nomads setting up residence here to escape the winter months back home. Several come here on their own each year, meeting up with friends from around the world and are more than willing to meet new people. Not only is the nomad community welcoming, but the locals are known for being incredibly friendly and there’s a big focus on wellness throughout the island.

What to do

If you’re lucky enough to have a job where you can work from anywhere in the world, Ubud is a great place to base yourself with its large community of digital nomads. Those wishing to detox and unwind can choose from a vast variety of yoga retreats, anyone craving action can learn how to surf and sun junkies can simply lie on the beach and soak up the sun. There’s also temples to explore, monkeys to meet and volcanoes to climb.

Where to stay

If you’re planning a long stay, base yourself in Ubud and join the co-working space, Hubud to immerse yourself in a welcoming community surrounded by nature, wellbeing treatments and organic cuisine. Anyone wanting to be close to the beach should book a stay at Uluwatu Surf Villas where they can combine a yoga retreat with surf lessons.

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