The Downsides of Living in Bali (6-Month Honest Review)

After 6 months of living in Ubud, Bali - and first visiting back in 2018 - I've seen both the beauty and the challenges. Bali has changed a lot in recent years and while it's still stunning, it's not always a picture-perfect paradise. In this video, I'm sharing the downsides of living in Ubud from daily struggles such as mold, humidity, and Bali Belly to bigger issues like pollution and traffic. I'll also talk about how Bali has changed since I first visited in 2018. I had people both in real life and on YouTube ask to hear about the challenges. Bali is still wonderful in so many ways (as seen in my other videos), but I'm sharing some of the realities of what it's like traveling or living here. ✨ Watch next: Finding My Rhythm in Ubud: https://youtu.be/UT08J8PjAs0 How I Moved to Bali Alone: https://youtu.be/fYLnaUCzIto Breaking My Routine in Bali: https://youtu.be/MWEM5tFLDq4 Elevate your videos with Musicbed 🎶 (it's by far my favorite music platform). Sign up for your free 14-day trial: https://www.musicbed.com/invite/0Jh3U If you enjoy these videos, you can help support my channel with a tip! paypal.me/jessicaimage •What’s in my Camera Bag• Main Camera: https://amzn.to/4lnLhM6 Main Telephoto Lens: https://amzn.to/4lwkgpU Telephoto Lens: https://amzn.to/45vd8nL Favorite Wide Angle Lens: https://amzn.to/3HBVDtL Favorite Vlogging Lens: https://amzn.to/4mgsymG Shotgun Mic: https://amzn.to/4mL43Ox Lav Mic Set: https://amzn.to/4fHgbxG 360 Camera: https://amzn.to/3HBVDtL Drone: https://amzn.to/4mG9LB5 Variable ND Filter: https://amzn.to/3UZFzoO Travel Tripod: https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=2538 •Travel Gear• Travel Bag: https://amzn.to/3VpQjgm Daily Backpack: https://tidd.ly/460bA5d Photography Bag: https://tidd.ly/4lQYo8K Toiletry Bag: https://amzn.to/4n1hr0V Packing Cubes: https://amzn.to/41oMVpG Sleep Eye Mask: https://amzn.to/3HxphRa Portable Keyboard: https://amzn.to/4lM6bVf Laptop Stand: https://amzn.to/427lh0u Electronics Organizer: https://amzn.to/4pgiUmj Air Tag: https://amzn.to/41slQlm Type C Travel Adapter: https://amzn.to/3HXmgtl Travel Health Insurance: https://genki.world/?with=2852 •Socials• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessthewanderess Website: www.jessicalinderman.com Business inquiries: info@jessicalinderman.com Links included in this description might be affiliate links. I may receive a small commission if you purchase a product through my links. Thank you for supporting my channel! :) ___________________________ Hey, I'm Jess :) I've been living in Bali since March 2025 after I left California during some major life shifts. I started this channel with the intention of making travel films, but it's already become more personal than I expected. I’m on a journey to live with more intention and creative freedom, and although the places may change, the heart of this channel will remain the same. I hope that by sharing my journey, you’ll feel inspired to hit the road, take that risk, or spend more time outdoors in nature.