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I spent way too much on a 'co-living' space in Bali that was just a bad hostel
Back in 2019, I paid $800 for a month at a place in Canggu that promised fast wifi and a good community. The internet cut out daily during calls, and my room was right over a loud bar. I basically had to rent a coworking spot anyway, which added another $150. Has anyone found a good way to check if a place's internet is actually reliable before booking?
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willow_ellis6mo ago
What if the problem isn't Bali but your prep work? I mean, you can't just trust a listing's promises. You gotta dig into the recent reviews and specifically ask the host for a speed test screenshot. If the internet is that key, you should be willing to pay extra to secure a good spot or just accept that working from a cafe is part of the deal there. It sounds like you expected a perfect setup for cheap in a place known for spotty infrastructure. Maybe that's just not realistic.
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nelson.dakota6mo ago
That's just the Bali tax, isn't it?
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phoenix2356mo ago
Yeah, the Bali tax is real and hits everyone. Just factor it into your budget from the start so it doesn't ruin a good day. Saves a lot of stress later.
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