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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.
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 ...
Why a Yoga Retreat in Lombok Can Transform Your Practice More Than Weekly Classes

Why a Yoga Retreat in Lombok Can Transform Your Practice More Than Weekly Classes

If you already go to yoga classes at home, you might wonder whether spending a week on a yoga ...
Do I Need to be Super Fit to Join a Surf Retreat or Learn to Surf?

Do I Need to be Super Fit to Join a Surf Retreat or Learn to Surf?

One of the most common concerns we hear from first-time surfers is: “I want to learn, but ...
What Can I Expect From My First Beginner Surf Camp?

What Can I Expect From My First Beginner Surf Camp?

If you’ve never surfed before, booking your first beginner surf camp can feel exciting, but ...
Surfing Lombok During Dry Season: A Great Time to Challenge Yourself

Surfing Lombok During Dry Season: A Great Time to Challenge Yourself

One of the questions we get asked most often is when the best time to surf in Lombok is, ...
The Board Doesn’t Feel Right. How Do I Know If I Need a Different Surfboard?

The Board Doesn’t Feel Right. How Do I Know If I Need a Different Surfboard?

One of the most common conversations we have during our surf coaching weeks goes something ...
Longboarding in Lombok: 15 Things That May Surprise You

Longboarding in Lombok: 15 Things That May Surprise You

If you’ve been researching longboarding in Lombok, you’ve probably already read plenty of ...
Longboarding in Kuta Lombok: 21 Questions Every Longboard Surfer Asks

Longboarding in Kuta Lombok: 21 Questions Every Longboard Surfer Asks

Planning a longboarding trip to Kuta Lombok? Whether you’re looking for mellow point ...
Surf IQ: Why One Coached Surf Can Be Better Than Three Free Surfs

Surf IQ: Why One Coached Surf Can Be Better Than Three Free Surfs

One of the questions we get asked most often is: "How many times a day do we surf?" It's ...
Surf IQ: Surfboard Volume Explained – How to Choose the Right Litres for Your Surfboard?

Surf IQ: Surfboard Volume Explained – How to Choose the Right Litres for Your Surfboard?

Ever seen that little number in litres written on a surfboard? 34L? 58L? 70L?  Perhaps ...
The Art of Doing Nada (and Why a Surf & Yoga Retreat in Lombok Might Be Exactly What You Need)

The Art of Doing Nada (and Why a Surf & Yoga Retreat in Lombok Might Be Exactly What You Need)

At our boutique surf & yoga retreat in Lombok, we see something that happens time and time ...
Learn Surfing in Lombok: Why Lombok Is One of the Best Places in the World to Start Surfing

Learn Surfing in Lombok: Why Lombok Is One of the Best Places in the World to Start Surfing

More and more travelers are choosing Lombok over other surf destinations to begin their ...
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