My Opinion on the Bali Digital Nomad Controversy - Reporting Live from the UK
Kristin’s Thoughts & Analysis of the Bali Backlash
“There’s a way to go to Bali and enjoy it without being a part of the problem and I don’t think that these are reasons to avoid Bali completely.”
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Kristin comes to you live from Manchester in the United Kingdom after a rocky start to the trip. She shares what to look for when renting a property abroad (to avoid similar problems), then reflects on last week's viral video about a digital nomad's controversial feature in Business Insider about why Bali’s “not worth” living in anymore.
Although many people agree with the writer's position, Bali locals and foreigners alike are offended. Listen to Kristin's thoughts and analysis on the Bali backlash and how how we can be part of the solution.
After listening to the podcast, you can watch the original video here and make sure to comment to join the conversation!
“The first time I went to Bali was 2008 and I did find it quite relaxing and like a magical paradise,” Kristin says. When I went back in 2015, I kind of felt how Olu feels now, that it was too overcrowded and too commercialized. So, that was four years before he arrived, so this is all really about personal perspective and I’m sure that the locals have a much different perspective.”
What You’ll Learn:
What to look for when renting a property abroad.
Why there’s controversy around digital nomads living in Bali.
Culture shock & The Cultural Adaptation Curve.
How influencer culture is affecting Bali and other destinations.
Why perpetual tourism is a serious problem.
Pros and cons of living in Bali as a digital nomad.
The income disparity between locals and foreigners living in Bali.
The state of the Bali real estate market.
The cost of living in Bali.
Kristin’s perspective of the Bali digital nomad controversy.
How to be a respectful tourist in Bali or any other country.
QUESTIONS ANSWERED:
What is it like to living in Bali as a digital nomad?
What do Bali locals think of tourists and digital nomads?
Is Bali overcrowded?
Are digital nomads to blame for Bali becoming overcrowded and polluted?
Is there more crime and tourist scamming in Bali than other countries?
What is the cost of living in Bali?
and more!
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Resources mentioned:
Business Insider Bali Feature: "Why Digital Nomads Should Stop Living in Bali"
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