Bali’s charm is fading for many long-term remote workers, who cite pollution, infrastructure strain, and rising costs as the tipping points.
What once felt like the ideal remote-work lifestyle—surf breaks, rice-terraced backdrops, coworking over coconuts—has started to wear thin. Even staunch Bali advocates are pulling back. Olumide Gbenro, who lived there for nearly four years, recently left, citing pollution, congestion, and overcommercialization as key reasons.
Cost of Living in Bali Skyrocketing
As more foreigners and investors arrived, housing prices surged—particularly in hubs like Canggu and Ubud. Locals and expats alike point to inflation in imported goods, “nomad-targeted” cafes, and visa uncertainties as driving up weekly living costs.
Mid-Range Living
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