Making the Most of Remote Work: Travelling as a Digital Nomad

*Collaborative Post

There are plenty of obvious advantages to remote working. From saving money and time on the commute to getting to optimise your own working environment, there’s a reason why it’s becoming such a popular option nowadays.

One important advantage that a lot of people forget to make the most of is how easy it is to travel. If your company allows it, you could be working on a mountain resort one week, from a cocktail bar on a beach the next. 

If that sounds alluring, then you should probably read on for our tips on how to make the most of the digital nomad lifestyle.

Take spontaneous flights

If you’re able to work from anywhere, then it’s worth just keeping an eye out for cheap flights every other day or so. It doesn’t take long to have a quick browse of the main aggregate sites, or you can set up email alerts for a few routes you’re interested in.

If you spot a flight that interests you, embrace a spontaneous spirit and just take it and see where you end up. Make sure you’ll have the facilities to carry out your job of course, but in most cases, all you’ll need is steady wifi and a comfortable environment – that shouldn’t be too tricky to sort out in most locations.

Research the overall cost of living

If you’re looking to save money while also spending time somewhere stunning and relaxing, then you’ll want to make sure that you do a bit of research into the overall cost of living before you book your flight. There are handy sites that list the price of basics like milk, beer, coffee, rent and taxi fares, which allow you to get a pretty good idea of how pricey things will be in just a few minutes. 

Find digital nomad communities

You’re not alone in this journey – there are plenty of other people going through the same process, and you should try to connect with them. Look for digital nomad communities in capital cities around the world, and they can provide you with advice and a base to start off from when you arrive. You don’t have to stay there, but it can make it all feel a bit more comfortable.

Be aware of remote working regulations

Lastly, while remote working is still somewhat of a grey area where it’s possible to get away with a lot of things, you still need to be careful about not breaking labour laws. Perhaps most importantly, you need to make sure that you’re paying taxes in the right places, to avoid facing investigations and fines further down the line.

In most cases, it’s worth consulting with an accountant who has experience working with remote workers in a similar situation to yours. Check forums and blogs run by digital nomads as well, so that you can learn from their insights and mistakes.

Making the most of your newfound freedom shouldn’t be too difficult at all – it just requires a bit of planning and a sprinkle of initiative. With little more, you should find yourself in a stunning location in no time at all.

*This is a collaborative post. For further information please refer to my disclosure page.