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Just a bunch of articles about Lombok, surfing, collabs and lifestyle, which we hope you’ll find useful.

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Surf IQ

The Surf IQ Collection is a curated series of articles designed to deepen your understanding of surfing.

Yoga

Yoga goes beyond flexibility.

Wellness

Wellness isn’t a trend — it’s a rhythm. And it’s a big part of the rhythm of Xanadu.

Culture & Arts

Culture is the layer beneath the lifestyle.

Interviews

Every meaningful journey is shaped by people.

 

Lombok

Lombok is more than a surf destination — it’s a landscape of contrasts.
Fewer Crowds. Cleaner Waves. A More Authentic Lombok. Welcome to the Wet Season

Fewer Crowds. Cleaner Waves. A More Authentic Lombok. Welcome to the Wet Season

Most people avoid travelling to Indonesia during the wet season. We think that’s a ...
Yoga vs Mobility for Surfers: Do You Really Need to Choose?

Yoga vs Mobility for Surfers: Do You Really Need to Choose?

Not that long ago, if you asked a surfer what they did to complement their surfing, the answer ...
Wet Season Surfing Lombok / Everything You Need to Know

Wet Season Surfing Lombok / Everything You Need to Know

Lombok's wet season runs November to April. Contrary to what most surfers assume, we reckon ...
Can Surf Camps Cater for Food Allergies, Vegetarians and Special Diets?

Can Surf Camps Cater for Food Allergies, Vegetarians and Special Diets?

Booking a surf camp is exciting, but if you have food allergies or follow a specific diet, ...
What Does a Typical Day at a Surf Camp Look Like? Here’s What to Expect at Xanadu Retreat

What Does a Typical Day at a Surf Camp Look Like? Here’s What to Expect at Xanadu Retreat

If you’ve never been to a surf camp or a surf & yoga retreat before, you’ve probably ...
Surfing Together: Why a Family Surf Holiday Creates Memories That Last

Surfing Together: Why a Family Surf Holiday Creates Memories That Last

One of the things we love most about surfing is that it doesn’t really have an age ...
Lombok Surf Lessons: What You Should Know Before Booking

Lombok Surf Lessons: What You Should Know Before Booking

Type “Lombok surf lessons” into Google and you’ll find dozens of surf schools promising to get ...
Is Lombok a good place to learn to surf?

Is Lombok a good place to learn to surf?

Honestly... when people ask us whether they should surf Lombok, Indonesia, as their first-ever ...
Advanced Surf Coaching in Lombok: Technique, Equipment and Level 4 Training

Advanced Surf Coaching in Lombok: Technique, Equipment and Level 4 Training

Does this sound familiar? You can catch your own waves. You can get down the line and even ...
Travelling Solo to a Surf Camp as a Woman: What to Look For

Travelling Solo to a Surf Camp as a Woman: What to Look For

If you’re thinking about booking your first surf camp on your own, you’re not alone. In ...
Why the Food at a Surf Camp Matters More Than You Think

Why the Food at a Surf Camp Matters More Than You Think

When people are choosing a surf camp, they usually compare the obvious things. The ...
Surf and Wellness Camp Lombok: Why We’ve Enhanced the Xanadu Village Experience

Surf and Wellness Camp Lombok: Why We’ve Enhanced the Xanadu Village Experience

Learning to surf isn’t just about spending more hours in the water. Real progression comes ...
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