Asynchronous work has gone from buzzword to default in less than two years. There’s a particular exhaustion that comes from back-to-back Zoom calls. You’ve been “at work” for eight hours and accomplished nothing. Your calendar is a wall of coloured blocks. Your actual work happens in the cracks between meetings,…
Thailand has always been a magnet for those of us looking for adventure, a lower cost of living, and a truly unique cultural experience. For years, the dream of living and working long-term in the Land of Smiles felt just out of reach for many independent contractors. Visa runs were…
A summer workation used to be a hard sell to HR departments. Now most remote-friendly companies actively encourage it. Work from somewhere sunny, get your stuff done, come back recharged. The logic is simple enough. We’ve sent team members and helped clients set up summer workation bases in dozens of…
Costa Rica. Just saying the name conjures images of lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and that famous “Pura Vida” vibe. For years, it has been a magnet for tourists, adventurers, and those seeking a slower pace of life. But in 2026, it’s more than just a vacation spot. It’s rapidly solidifying…
Remote team time zones are the hardest thing to get right when you go global. At mydigitalnomads, our team spans 19 countries across 5 continents. On any given day, someone is starting their morning coffee while someone else is wrapping up dinner. It sounds romantic on paper. In practice, it…
Greece. Just the name conjures images of ancient ruins, cerulean seas, and plates piled high with fresh feta. For years, it’s been a dream vacation spot. But with the rise of remote work, Greece has swiftly transformed into an enticing option for digital nomads seeking a long-term base. The big…
The digital nomad visa market has exploded. When we wrote our first article on the topic in 2023, about 25 countries offered them. Three years later, over 70 do. Sounds brilliant until you realise that many of these digital nomad visa programmes are more trouble than they’re worth. We’ve spent…
Eco-Conscious Digital Nomads: Making a Difference on the Road The world is shifting. We see it in everything from what we eat to how we power our homes. And now, it’s firmly planted in how we travel. For us, the digital nomads, who often live a life of constant movement,…
The Portugal Flip Flop: Why 2025 Nomads Are Sleepwalking into a Tax Disaster Let’s cut right to it: if you’re a digital nomad eyeing Portugal for its sunshine, vibrant culture, and supposed tax benefits, and you’re planning to move there from 2025 onwards, you need to hit the brakes. Hard.…
Portugal Digital Nomad Visa: Why Everyone Wants a Piece of the Action in 2026 It’s 2026, and if you’ve been paying any attention to the digital nomad scene, you know Portugal is still the reigning champion for remote workers looking to set up shop in Europe. The country launched its…