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Lombok is an emerging digital nomad base with significantly lower costs than Bali. Kuta Lombok is the main hub with cafes offering 10-20 Mbps WiFi. Monthly costs range from $600-$1,200 including accommodation, food, scooter, and coworking. The main challenge: internet is unreliable outside Kuta, Senggigi, and Mataram. No dedicated coworking spaces yet — cafes are the default.