Presenting the 2019 edition! Imagine living the lifestyle you want while making money and working anywhere in the world. Imagine enjoying the beaches in Thailand one day, then trying the best pizza in Italy the next. It sounds like a dream -- travel anywhere you want, make money doing something you enjoy, and live life to the fullest. It's not a dream, though -- a growing number of digital nomads are leaving the 9-to-5 life and choosing to take control of their life. What's a digital nomad? A person who travels at will, lives where they want, and does their work digitally. They have no cubicle and no dress code. Digital nomads are young, old, male, female, single, married, have children, and are from almost every country on this planet. If you want to become a digital nomad, nothing can stop you.Becoming a Digital Nomad offers a proven step-by-step guide to test and transition into the digital nomad lifestyle. It's one part travel guide and one part how-to. Steps build on each other in chronological order, and a dozen worksheets guide you with specific questions to answer. (These are freely available to save and print offline or online, whatever works best for you.) Step 1: know yourself and what you want focuses on you, good reader. We have some work on do on understanding you, the person you see in the mirror. Step 2: clarify your desires and acknowledge limitations does two important things in gearing you up for your journey. Nomadus interruptus: just a test, please is an interim chapter dedicated to setting up a good test of the digital nomad lifestyle. Step 3: making money puts together a list of the many ways digital nomads can make money along with some notes on how to manage your money across borders. Step 4: get affairs in order focuses on what needs to be done before leaving your country. Step 5: gear up and slim down focuses on what to pack and how to deal with the rest of your stuff, depending on your choices from earlier steps. Step 6: the big move and settling in counts you down from your last few days at your old place to your first few days at your new place. Step 7: start enjoying your new life helps establish new habits, make new connections, and helps to make the lifestyle a sustainable one. Step 8: going home -- or making a new home for yourself anywhere you choose to go. Learn from dozens of digital nomads, get how-to advice on every aspect of the transition, or learn how to test the lifestyle out before committing to it. About the author Chris Backe has lived as a digital nomad since 2013, and taught English in South Korea for five years before that. He is a travel blogger, a web developer, a guidebook writer, and a digital nomad consultant. He's married to an awesome Canadian, and together they've traveled across Asia, Europe, South America, and North America.

Escape the nine-to five and learn how to live and work on the road with the latest addition to Lonely Planet's Handbook series, a practical guide inspiring and motivating people to achieve their goal of travelling more, starting a whole new way of living and creating a flexible work/life balance. Divided into two sections, this informative book firstly explains the practicalities of working on the road, such as income generation, managing career changes, keeping in touch with family and maintaining relationships, what to do with your stuff, overcoming common pre-departure fears, keeping healthy on the road and much more. The second showcases a number of ideal destinations for digital nomads, offering invaluable travel insights and information about the location in question, pros and cons, as well as inspirational tales from digital nomads out on the road. From the palm-fringed beaches of blissful Bali to the bright, neon-lights of dynamic Seoul, aspiring nomads will be inspired to make the move and start a whole new way of living. Written by some of Lonely Planet's very own nomadic experts, this book is packed with top tips, insights and real life tales on what it's really like to be working on the road. Chapters throughout include: 10 perks of being a digital nomad What jobs do digital nomads do? 15 items every digital nomad should carry 10 ways to overcome loneliness Top destinations for digital nomads Learning the lingo About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Do you dream of becoming a digital nomad - working remotely while traveling the world -but you're not sure where or how to start? The Digital Nomad Survival Guide is for you. This book provides useful and specific knowledge about travel, housing, work, and socializing to help you set up and manage your new lifestyle as a digital nomad. So whether you can't wait to network while in Chiang Mai on the cheap, live the healthy lifestyle in Bali, or traverse the European landscape, The Digital Nomad Survival Guide is the perfect tool to help you make your dreams into a reality. This book pulls together practical advice from our experience, conversations with 20+ successful digital nomads, and tips from hundreds more nomads across 70+ countries. Included are packing lists, sample budgets, app recommendations, website suggestions, and more. The Digital Nomad Survival Guide will teach you: How to determine your budget and what financial resources are most useful abroad The best and worst places to visit as a digital nomad while you travel the world How to find the best travel and housing options for your lifestyle What pieces of technology you absolutely need and how to work from wherever Where to find friends and how to avoid being lonely on the road What should you pack for months on the road ... and more. Peter and Katherine are experienced digital nomads, with a collective 5 years on the road. They've traveled to over 30 countries on 5 continents while maintaining their jobs. They co-authored this book remotely while traveling separately around SE Asia. This is the book we wish we had read a few years ago. We had jobs, we had dreams, and we had travel experience - but we didn't really know how to go from "normal life" to being a digital nomad. And while there is a lot of information available for people about how to travel or work remotely, it's hard to know where to start and what will work best for you. So whether you dream of freedom from your desk, are hoping to become a suitcase entrepreneur, or are just excited to explore the world, you'll find practical advice and helpful resources in our chapters: Finances Location Scouting Housing Travel & Transportation Jobs & Working Technology Packing & Possessions Lifestyle Local Culture Social & Relationships The Digital Nomad Survival Guide includes: Our personal experiences and anecdotes Specific references from blogs and other digital nomads Suggestions for tools + apps + places Digital Nomad Pro Tips Examples of budgets and packing lists, checklists, and more Interviews with digital nomads (a travel vlogger, developer, and illustrator) A Digital Nomad Tool Kit (the self-assessment, budget, packing list, and all our recommendation + resource links together) Data from our Digital Nomad Census

How to Become a Digital Nomad is the most practical, step-by-step guide to living a location independent, digital nomad lifestyle - regardless of your career - while making money and doing the work you love. This book is not written in the hypothetical. It is not motivational and philosophical fluff. It is not for backpackers who simply want to teach English. It is not for the independently wealthy travelers or Instagram stars. It is written by real digital nomads who have made a life and career doing what they love - where they love doing it. For those who like their job, we provide an actionable guide to help you convince your employer and transition your work to be remote. For those who don't like their job, we will teach you how to find location independent jobs, start a business, earn money as a freelancer or consultant, and sell your digital nomad lifestyle as a perk to potential clients, customers, or employers. We dive in deep on the following topics: * Turn any skill into a location independent career * Find a remote job or consulting/freelance clients * Start and run a business abroad * Best places to travel and work as a digital nomad * Co-working spaces and digital nomad hubs communities around the world * Organized digital nomad programs like Remote Year * Visa requirements for digital nomads * Packing and preparing to become a digital nomad * Important resources for digital nomads * Required technology hardware and software * Staying productive while traveling * Overcoming the inevitable psychological impacts * Common barriers (e.g., kids, pets, debt, and medical concerns) * Manage and collaborate with distributed teams effectively * Legal, tax, and financial implications of the digital nomad lifestyle * How to sell your digital nomad experience to potential employers or customers * Insights from some of the world's most successful digital nomads The relationship between the work we do and where we do it has changed. With productivity moving to the cloud for nearly every industry, the days where work is a place are over. We believe that what you do no longer depends on where you do it, so you should do it wherever you are most productive, creative, and happy. We will help you create a life that you don't need a vacation from. "Konrad Waliszewski is a modern-day Marco Polo." - Forbes

"A Guide to becoming a Digital Nomad" is a comprehensive and practical guide that serves as a roadmap for individuals looking to embrace the digital nomad lifestyle. The book delves into the intricacies of transitioning from a traditional work environment to a location-independent career, offering valuable insights, tips, and resources for aspiring digital nomads. Through meticulous research and analysis, readers will gain a deep understanding of the benefits and challenges associated with the digital nomad lifestyle. The book explores the growing trend of remote work, providing statistics and trends related to this lifestyle choice. Keyword research has been conducted to optimize readers' understanding of key concepts within the digital nomad community. By incorporating popular terms throughout the book, readers can enhance their visibility and knowledge in this field. The guide sets itself apart by offering unique perspectives, practical advice, and actionable steps for readers. Expert insights from professionals in remote work are integrated into the book, covering topics such as building a remote career, managing finances while traveling, maintaining work-life balance, and overcoming common challenges faced by digital nomads. Overall, "A Guide to becoming a Digital Nomad" aims to be an essential companion for anyone considering or already living the digital nomad lifestyle. It provides practical advice and inspiration to help navigate the exciting world of digital nomadism.

Distance is an illusion. We are lucky to live in an age where planes and communication technologies have made the world smaller than ever. There are new opportunities galore. We are at the brink of a revolution that changes the way we live, work and play. And the good news is - you can be part of it. Life doesn't have to be a rat race. Why toil away in an office when you could be working from a hammock? Why postpone that round-the-world trip until your retirement? Why retire at all when work can be fun? A growing army of digital nomads are finding their own answers to these questions. Armed with a laptop, they follow their dreams and live unforgettable adventures. Are you ready to join in their footsteps and make the world your playground?

Discover the secret to being productive and successful no matter where you are with this essential guide to remote work. During COVID-19, working from home became the new normal. Now, both employers and employees find that the remote work they were forced to adjust to may be, well, better—financially, sustainably, and even in terms of overall morale and productivity. But working from home is not without its challenges. It can be difficult to eliminate distractions, strike a solid work/life balance, and maintain social connections that are crucial in the workplace. Whether you’re trying to find and land a job from the comfort of your home, learning to manage a virtual team, or dream of living a digital nomad lifestyle, The Everything Guide to Remote Work has everything you need to be successful. You’ll learn to optimize your own workplace culture, whether it’s in your home office or a constantly changing backdrop. So whether your company continues to work remotely full time or you only have to go to the office a few days a week, you’ll be armed with all the tools you’ll need to make the most out of this new lifestyle.

Digital Nomad tells us how current and future technological possibilities, combined with our natural urge to travel, will once again allow mankind to live, work, and exist on the move. This is what just some of the world?s major company leaders and thinkers are saying about Digital Nomad. "The book provides us with a deep insight into the lifestyle in the future" Kazuo Kashio, President, Casio Computer "The book is fun to read and the technical content is sound and perceptive" John G. Linvill, Professor of Electronic Engineering at Stanford University, California "This book answers the question ?What is the value of information for human beings??" Hiroo Toyoda, Chairman (former President), NTT Electronics "From a new perspective, based on fact, two famous authors describe a dramatic lifestyle change: global nomadism" Jürgen Knorr, President, Siemens Semiconductors, 1983?96 ("for 13 years one of those Digital Nomads") "Success in 21st century business will indeed depend on the ability to master the nomadic environment. A guide to this emerging world is therefore highly welcome" Pasquale Pistorio, President and CEO, SGS-Thomson Microelectronics "At heart we are travellers and explorers, unnaturally constrained to our place of work. This book?s unique insight into modern technology shows how we can be freed to roam again" Doug Dunn OBE, Chairman and CEO, Phillips Sound and Vision

Discover a step-by-step guide for aspiring lifestyle entrepreneurs to live, work, and play anywhere in the world. This step-by-step guide will show you how to unleash yourself from the conventional lifestyle and live a life based on your terms! Living a nomadic lifestyle comes with many benefits. For 3example, you'll: - be able to travel the world - have incredible experiences - meet amazing and diverse people - have legendary stories to tell - grow as a person - develop your skills as an entrepreneur - have a taste of true freedom - be able to do work that you find truly enjoyable and rewarding - learn to become completely self-reliant - learn more about yourself and about what you really need to be happy - be joining a huge, growing community of like-minded individuals - be a pioneer - working in a fashion that would have been unthinkable even a decade ago - improve your happiness, your health and your perspective Being a digital nomad is something that was unthinkable even 20 years ago. Taking on this lifestyle makes you a pioneer - and it's one of the greatest adventures you can embark upon in the 21st Century... To start with, it's not easy, otherwise everyone would be doing it! It will require work and effort on your part. But once you've established these basic foundations, you'll be on your way to a "nomadic lifestyle"! The good news is I've written a handy Book to help you get started -- even if you are a true beginner. I've put it all into one easy-to-understand course - "Digital Nomad Secrets."

If you want to discover how to become a digital nomad traveling the world while working remotely, then check out HowExpert Guide to Becoming a Digital Nomad. HowExpert Guide to Becoming A Digital Nomad is a radical hands-on companion that will teach you everything you need to know about starting in the digital sphere. The digital revolution has sparked a race to the top by innovative entrepreneurs who are actively changing modern working habits. As a result, the culture of work is shifting faster than we realize and altering our perceptions of fulfillment. Digital nomads are taking advantage of the digital boom and are traveling around the world in search of their nomadic dream. They are using their legacy skills to embark on new adventures abroad while gaining vital cultural experiences that will catapult them to the top of the hiring roster. This guide provides hands-on experience from a seasoned digital nomad with more than six years of public and private sector experience. This guide is a culmination of knowledge, insight, and understanding, all from a seasoned professional who has genuine lived experiences relating to living and working abroad. HowExpert Guide to Becoming A Digital Nomad is your one-stop-shop for everything you need to know about digital life abroad. Make sure you follow my 101 handy tips dotted throughout the book. They are your best chance of securing long-term financial freedom in the age of digital! Check out HowExpert Guide to Becoming a Digital Nomad to discover how to become a digital nomad and travel the world while working remotely! About the Expert Ashley Mangtani is a freelance technical writer and digital marketing strategist from the UK. He worked for the British Government for six years as a creative industries policy advisor. He's now a digital nomad based in South East Asia and helps individuals and businesses to adopt digital transformation strategies of their own. He writes for the distinguished multinational SaaS company WalkMe. He is currently working on his own charitable art and humanitarian hub called Humanity in Reality, which aims to give voices to those who have been silenced through investigative journalism. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides by everyday experts.