It was early in 2023 when we realized: eSIMs are a game changer for travelers. We were having dinner with a group of experienced travelers who have been all over the world and have traveled through several decades. They could speak of the many changes that they’ve experienced regarding how travel used to be different…
We think being an engaged citizen is pretty important, so figuring out how to vote in national elections while abroad is a priority. Regardless of what side you fall on, if you’re a U.S. citizen 18 or older, we sincerely hope you’ll vote in every presidential election as well as your local elections. If you…
I can’t imagine traveling without some of our tech gear. From navigating in a new city using Google maps on our smartphones to making sure our devices can be recharged with power adapters, technology has become integral to travel. Since we work remotely while traveling, compact, portable, and effective technology is essential on our trips….
For over 10 years of international travel, we were using regular SIM cards to stay connected while abroad. For each new country, we would have to figure out how to get a SIM card. We had to figure out the best phone companies in the country and how their plans worked. We’d have to physically…
Below is our review of Travel Wifi portable wifi device. We have used the Travelwifi hot spot during our travels as digital nomads, before and after their rebrand from TEP to TravelWifi. Read on to learn the pros and cons of using this wifi dongle for short-term and long-term world travelers. Disclosure: This free article…
We started our own remote freelance business in 2014. Over the years, we’ve narrowed down our favorite digital tools (and a few physical ones as well) that we thought would be useful for other digital nomads, remote workers, small business collaborations, and freelancers. Some quick background: How we make a living includes a combination of…
Updated: Summer 2020. Originally published: Oct 2018. As a digital nomad, working online while traveling, my mobile office setup started with my laptop. It was perfectly portable. But then I realized how much my posture was suffering. And I was getting joint pain in my hand from using my laptop’s track pad so much. I…