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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.
Best Places To Stay In Kuta Lombok For Female Solo Travellers

Best Places To Stay In Kuta Lombok For Female Solo Travellers

BySilvia Gentile Polese May 23, 2026May 23, 2026

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Where To Stay in Gili Air: My Honest Guide After Living On The Island

Where To Stay in Gili Air: My Honest Guide After Living On The Island

BySilvia Gentile Polese May 19, 2026May 20, 2026

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17 Best Things To Do In Gili Air (2026 Guide + Local Tips)

17 Best Things To Do In Gili Air (2026 Guide + Local Tips)

BySilvia Gentile Polese May 17, 2026May 19, 2026

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17 Best Things To Do In Tokyo For Female Solo Travellers (2026)

17 Best Things To Do In Tokyo For Female Solo Travellers (2026)

BySilvia Gentile Polese April 19, 2026August 21, 2026

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How To Get From Lombok Airport To Gili Air

How To Get From Lombok Airport To Gili Air

BySilvia Gentile Polese March 16, 2026May 23, 2026

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21 Things To Do In Chiang Mai For Female Solo Travellers

21 Things To Do In Chiang Mai For Female Solo Travellers

BySilvia Gentile Polese January 11, 2026January 11, 2026

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Full Guide To Mae Kampong Village

Full Guide To Mae Kampong Village

BySilvia Gentile Polese January 2, 2026January 11, 2026

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Panpan Hostel Review: Affordable Private Rooms in Bangkok

Panpan Hostel Review: Affordable Private Rooms in Bangkok

BySilvia Gentile Polese December 19, 2025July 30, 2026

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How I Get from Narita Airport to Tokyo Every Time

How I Get from Narita Airport to Tokyo Every Time

BySilvia Gentile Polese December 5, 2025August 21, 2026

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Best Hostels In Tokyo And Mt Fuji For Solo Travellers

Best Hostels In Tokyo And Mt Fuji For Solo Travellers

BySilvia Gentile Polese November 28, 2025October 8, 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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