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If you’ve been traveling abroad for decades like we have, you probably remember the days of juggling SIM cards – each one tied to a different country, carrier, and plan. We’ve had to navigate local shops, language barriers, and unexpected… - How to Choose the Right Travel Accommodations: Insider Tips for Every Budget
We have been traveling as digital nomads for over a decade, learning the ins and outs of all types of accommodations and how to choose stays that become the highlight of a trip. During our first year back after volunteering… - How to Find Pet-Sitting and House-Sitting Gigs
Pet-sitting and house-sitting has been an important ingredient in our nomadic travel life. Since 2014, we’ve used pet-sitting and house-sitting to reduce accommodation costs in the States and even abroad. If you’re curious about pet sitting or house sitting domestically… - Should Travelers Use eSIMs? International Travel E-sim How To and Tips
It was early in 2023 when we realized: eSIMs are a game changer. After testing connectivity options across five continents – including local SIM cards, international phone plans, and portable WiFi devices – we’ve fully switched to using eSIMs for…