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Author: Silvia Gentile Polese

Meet Silvia, a solo traveller who left what looked like the perfect life in London with a tech job, a stylish apartment and all the comforts she thought she wanted to live a simpler life in Bali, close to nature and a beautiful culture. Through The Good Observer, she shares honest and practical advice for solo female travellers, from where to find essentials in Bali to how to connect with locals and explore beyond the tourist path.
5 Best Luxury Hotels In Kuala Lumpur Worth Splurging On

5 Best Luxury Hotels In Kuala Lumpur Worth Splurging On

BySilvia Gentile Polese October 13, 2026October 13, 2026

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Best 31 Things To Do In Ubud And What To Avoid

Best 31 Things To Do In Ubud And What To Avoid

BySilvia Gentile Polese October 8, 2026October 8, 2026

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Ayung River White Water Rafting: My Review Of Sobek Bali

Ayung River White Water Rafting: My Review Of Sobek Bali

BySilvia Gentile Polese October 5, 2026October 5, 2026

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Christmas in Bali 2026: What to Do and Where to Go

Christmas in Bali 2026: What to Do and Where to Go

BySilvia Gentile Polese September 30, 2026September 30, 2026

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Shower Facilities At Haneda Airport: Everything You Need to Know

Shower Facilities At Haneda Airport: Everything You Need to Know

BySilvia Gentile Polese August 21, 2026August 21, 2026

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Ubigi eSIM Malaysia Review After My Kuala Lumpur Trip

Ubigi eSIM Malaysia Review After My Kuala Lumpur Trip

BySilvia Gentile Polese July 30, 2026October 13, 2026

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Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur Review After My 4-Night Stay

Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur Review After My 4-Night Stay

BySilvia Gentile Polese July 19, 2026October 13, 2026

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Best Things To Do In Bali In The Summer For Solo Travellers

Best Things To Do In Bali In The Summer For Solo Travellers

BySilvia Gentile Polese July 4, 2026July 6, 2026

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Best Hotels In Okinawa For Solo Travellers

Best Hotels In Okinawa For Solo Travellers

BySilvia Gentile Polese June 14, 2026August 21, 2026

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Best Kecak Dance In Bali 2026: My Top Picks

Best Kecak Dance In Bali 2026: My Top Picks

BySilvia Gentile Polese May 30, 2026May 30, 2026

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Silvia left London for a more meaningful life in Bali and now helps female solo travellers explore the island beyond the usual tourist spots. ๐ŸŒด

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