Digital Nomads

I am extremely frustrated that so many services require a US phone number for two-factor authentication. A lot of platforms, including banks and services like PayPal, keep forcing additional verification steps even after I have already completed identity checks like facial...

I’m looking for recommendations for quiet areas in Mexico that are close to nature. Ideally, I want a standalone place rather than an apartment, and I want to avoid party areas or busy city environments. My main requirements are a very peaceful setting with access to basic...

I moved to the UK in 2021 and honestly had no idea that US citizens still need to file US tax returns while living overseas. Since I’ve been employed by a UK company and paying taxes here the whole time, I assumed that covered everything. Recently I found out that the US still...

A pair of Australian “vanlife” YouTubers have been ordered to pay more than AU$1.2 million after a legal dispute with a caravan manufacturer escalated into content posted on their social media channels. Jackson and Kyla Cartwright, known for travel and camping content on their...

I’m planning to leave my home country and move somewhere I can live comfortably on a budget of around $500 to $1,200 per month, with about $10,000 in savings. The countries I’m currently considering are Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and Albania. My main priorities are: Low cost...

I want to share my experience in Medellín to help others avoid potential problems when renting through LIV Realty Medellín. In my case, I experienced several issues that I believe others should be aware of. Extra charges were added that did not seem justified, including inflated...

I need to leave the US as soon as possible due to a personal situation. I work remotely and have sufficient financial resources, so cost is not a major constraint. I’m looking for suggestions on where I could go to stay for a while that offers a sense of peace and stability, but...

Turkey has officially published a new tax regulation in the Resmi Gazete expanding its existing “export of services” incentive, and it now reportedly allows a 100% tax deduction for qualifying foreign-sourced remote work income. This update applies to individuals or businesses...

I’ve had my belongings in storage for a few years now, and dealing with not having a fixed residence has become pretty inconvenient. The storage costs are also adding up. I’m considering whether it might be easier to rent a cheap apartment in a no-income-tax state, move my stuff...

I’ll preface this by saying I genuinely love Spain and I do recommend it as a place to live. But if you are on the fence about whether the Digital Nomad Visa is worth pursuing, let me save you some pain. I’ve done visas for probably 10 countries at this point. I have permanent...

Just a warning for anyone using Wise while living or working abroad. My business account was suddenly closed in December without any prior notice. I was initially told I would receive my funds back within a few days, but instead it turned into an “internal review” process with...

Interesting article from The New York Times on Americans moving abroad for lower living costs and then finding it difficult to afford returning home.

I saw this question on Twitter but it was mostly Americans mentioning US cities, so I thought it would be interesting to ask here among travelers and digital nomads. Which city have you visited that felt like it had a kind of “dark energy” or unsettling vibe overall? For me, I’d...

I’m posting a warning for other freelancers on Upwork who work while traveling. My account was permanently banned on April 9 after 11 years on the platform, 53 completed contracts, and a perfect job success score. I had multiple active clients who even contacted support on my...

Hi everyone, I’ve done quite a bit of research already, but I’m still looking for advice from people with real experience. I’m a German/EU citizen planning to base myself in Southeast Asia with a maximum monthly budget of around $1200–1300 (about €1100). This budget needs to...

I split my time between Toronto and the Los Angeles area for work and already travel fairly often alone. Last year, I took my first non-work solo trip to Mexico City for five days with no fixed plans, and I ended up loving the experience. I went again a few months later and...

I recently lost my biggest client, who made up around 65% of my income, just six months into my digital nomad journey. I feel like I relied too heavily on a single source of income, and now I’m rethinking my plans. I’ve really enjoyed being a digital nomad, but I’m starting to...

I’ve been reading that Bali has become more expensive recently and I’m trying to get a realistic idea of current living costs before planning a longer stay. I’m particularly interested in staying in a green area where it’s easy to get around by scooter or walking. Canggu is one...

I’ve been living the digital nomad lifestyle for some time now, and I’m starting to see both its positives and drawbacks. On one hand, it delivers what people expect, freedom, flexibility, and the ability to experience new places without being tied to one location. On the other...

I’m trying to plan a trip where I can combine a short vacation with a thorough medical checkup. Ideally, I’d stay around two weeks and get everything done in one place. A few years ago, I remember people going to Turkey for full packages around $800, but now I’m seeing similar...

I’m trying to understand how the ongoing fuel situation is impacting costs and day-to-day living for digital nomads in different parts of the world. I’ve come across several YouTube videos suggesting that prices are significantly rising in places like Thailand and parts of East...

I’ve thought about this before and it really comes down to how much you trust the WiFi. Cruise internet has gotten better, especially with Starlink, but it’s still not something I’d fully rely on for a full 8 hour workday. It can be fine one hour and then randomly slow or drop....

Been in Bangkok about a year now and honestly it’s hard to imagine anything beating it. Only real downside is dealing with EST work hours, that part gets rough. But everything else just works. Cheap healthy food anytime, deliveries at like 3am, random 7/11s everywhere (even...