After traveling for more than 5 years, it is a good time to reflect on what I learned during the first months and years of my nomadic journey. From starting a web business in Israel to doing yoga in India and discovering coworking in Buenos Aires, every destination is a new challenge and a new opportunity. Listen to hear about the major lessons I learned from my first five nomadic bases. For detailed show notes please visit http://becomenomad.com/insights-first-long-term-travel-destinations/
In this episode, we will discuss the painful topic of how to save your money and ego (if you travel with one) and avoid getting overcharged while traveling. We will go over some basic steps and the necessary mindset to greatly decrease chances of getting overcharged and also discuss the main reasons of why tourists are prone to receiving a higher quote on their transactions.
For detailed show notes please visit http://becomenomad.com/avoid-getting-overcharged-tourist/
This week, we will continue with our review of the most import resources and apps relevant for those living the nomadic lifestyle. Among other topics, we will cover resources which allow you to meet other people while traveling, Transportation and Forums, Health resources and much more. For the complete list and links to the resources mentioned please visit http://becomenomad.com/digital-nomad-travel-resources/
This week we will go over a big list of resources and apps relevant for those living the nomadic lifestyle. Technology has made the nomadic lifestyle more efficient and practical, and I will discuss a list of apps and resources I have been using since 2010 related to different aspects of the nomadic life. I've sorted my resources into categories like Orientation (Hint: Google Maps isn't the only one!), Money (paying and being paid, too), Accommodation and more. For the complete list and links to the resources mentioned please visit http://becomenomad.com/digital-nomad-travel-resources/ We're always open to new suggestions too!
This episode, we go over some alternative quotes related to long term travel and the nomadic lifestyle. Quotes are always a good inspiration, and over the years we have gathered the ones that most relate to the life on the road. Among top quotes are ones from Rolf Potts, the Buddha, Alan Watts, Seal, Fight Club and more. Let's just say our sourcing is diverse. Enjoy! You can also find some of these quotes at http://becomenomad.com/nomad-quotes_/
In this episode we will cover the topic of the skills and mindset needed in order to maintain a successful digital nomad lifestyle. Among things, we will discuss the ability to make quick decisions, avoid attachments and much more. For detailed show notes please visit http://becomenomad.com/necessary-nomad-skills/
In this episode we will discuss the connection between different travel destination and the ability to meet new people while visiting them. We will discuss the social interaction of cities in comparison to villages, and other aspects to take into account if you are interested in meeting people while traveling. For detailed show notes please visit http://becomenomad.com/best-travel-destinations-meet-people/
In this episode we will interview Amy Scott, an experienced digital nomad who has been traveling since 2004. Amy shares insights about the nomadic lifestyle drawn from her own lifestyle and the podcast interviews she has done with many digital nomads. For detailed show notes please visit http://becomenomad.com/location-independent-since-2004-amy-scott-of-nomadtopia
In this episode we will discuss the technical yet important topic of finding the right place to work at with your laptop. As digital nomads, we do a lot of work online, so locating the right location to spend a bulk of your day while working is critical. We will focus on the most important characteristics that you should look for when choosing your workspace outside of home. For detailed show notes please visit http://becomenomad.com/finding-perfect-nomad-workspace-work-laptop/
It is now time to discuss the big list of the disadvantages of the nomadic lifestyle. Before taking the nomadic route, it is important to get acquainted with the challenges you will probably face on the road if you decide to adopt a lifestyle of constant change for years. For detailed show notes please visit http://becomenomad.com/disadvantages-nomadic-lifestyle/