Digital Nomad News
By Kristin Wilson
Weekly Breaking Technology, Careers, Startups, Travel News from the world of Digital Nomads and Remote Work. For travel tips, business advice, and interviews with location independent entrepreneurs, check out the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast.
Digital Nomad NewsMay 01, 2020
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Digital Nomad News Announcement: Moving to Badass Digital Nomads
Digital Nomad News will now become a "Digital Nomad News Minute" on Badass Digital Nomads podcast - every Tuesday at 12pm. Thank you for your support to-date! To keep in touch and continue listening to Digital Nomad News, please subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads podcast - available on all podcast platforms. Find your favorite platform here: www.travelingwithkristin.com/podcast
May 01, 202003:08
Remote Jobs Surge During Coronavirus Pandemic While Airbnb Goes Virtual
The coronavirus has crushed some businesses while others have soared. Find out how the job market has changed, the most popular remote work job postings on LinkedIn, and how to make money with a side hustle on Airbnb Virtual Experiences.
Apr 21, 202003:25
Free New Banking App for Freelancers
Are you a freelancer looking for a free bank account or help getting a small business loan? Meet Oxygen, a new FDIC-insured banking app specifically for US freelancers, with zero-fee personal and business bank accounts, as well debit card and loan options. Accounts have no monthly, overdraft, minimum balance, or ACH bank transfer fees. Learn more or apply for a credit line by visiting Oxygenbank.com. Get $25 free when you open your account with our friend link (in the show notes).
Apr 13, 202002:41
Remote Work Tips: Free Virtual Summit & Online Charity Event - Remote AID by Running Remote
Get remote work tips from the top remote work experts, CEOs, founders, and leaders in the world. Remote AID 2020 is a free virtual summit to be held online April 20, 2020 from 8am-7:30pm PST.
34+ remote work experts, executives, and founders will be offering their advice and expertise at the event, from companies such as:
Basecamp
AppSumo
Auttomatic/Wordpress
Microsoft
Toptal
Monday.com
Microsoft
Doist
AngelList
And more.
Get your free pass today at www.RunningRemote.com
34+ remote work experts, executives, and founders will be offering their advice and expertise at the event, from companies such as:
Basecamp
AppSumo
Auttomatic/Wordpress
Microsoft
Toptal
Monday.com
Microsoft
Doist
AngelList
And more.
Get your free pass today at www.RunningRemote.com
Apr 06, 202001:43
US Tax Deadline Extended to July 15 - Details for Expats, Digital Nomads, Freelancers, and Remote Workers
The US federal tax filing deadline has been extended from April 15 - July 15. Here's what you need to know in
Mar 30, 202002:57
Bansko, Bulgaria Is Quarantined for COVID-19 as Country Shuts Down Borders
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Bulgaria has officially closed its borders to all foreign nationals from March 20 until April 17 - including citizens of EU Member States and Schengen Zone countries.
The popular ski down and expat/digital nomad hub of Bansko is quarantined for at least two weeks, leaving at least 300 foreigners to decide whether to stay or leave through Sofia Airport.
More details in this week's episode of Digital Nomad News.
The popular ski down and expat/digital nomad hub of Bansko is quarantined for at least two weeks, leaving at least 300 foreigners to decide whether to stay or leave through Sofia Airport.
More details in this week's episode of Digital Nomad News.
Mar 23, 202002:37
Coronavirus Impact on Remote Work
Details on which companies are sending employees to work from home due to to COVID-19, the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on remote work, and what to do if you have questions or your organization needs help transitioning to remote work.
Mar 16, 202002:31
New International Health Insurance for Remote Companies and Teams
Remote Health is the world's first health insurance company for remote teams, launched on March 3 by SafetyWing. Find out what the plans include, pricing, deductibles, available countries, and more in this episode of Digital Nomad News.
If you're an individual traveler, freelancer, remote worker, or remote company founder or team leader, you can sign up for travel medical or health insurance coverage in less than 10 minutes with our SafetyWing partner link! bit.ly/SafetyWingIns
If you're an individual traveler, freelancer, remote worker, or remote company founder or team leader, you can sign up for travel medical or health insurance coverage in less than 10 minutes with our SafetyWing partner link! bit.ly/SafetyWingIns
Mar 09, 202002:25
Running Remote - World's Largest Remote Work Conference Headed to Austin April 20-21
Prepare your company and team for the future of work by attending Running Remote conference April 20-21 in Austin, Texas. In its 3rd year, Running Remote brings together 500+ remote work professionals and 30+ speakers to discuss cutting-edge technologies and tactics for thriving in the global, digital economy.
Running Remote is ideal for remote workers, online freelancers, founders & CEOs, HR professionals, team leaders, digital nomads, and anyone who works on or manages a remote team.
Mar 02, 202002:03
Finding Remote Jobs for Military Spouses and Veterans
Instant Teams, a female-led startup that matches military spouses and veterans with remote jobs raises $1.5M.
Source: www.instantteams.com
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Source: www.instantteams.com
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Feb 24, 202002:07
The Best Places for Expats to Live, Work, or Retire Abroad in 2020
The best places for foreigners to live abroad in 2020! Find out the top-ranked countries for expats and digital nomads, plus the Top 10 places for retirees.
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Feb 17, 202005:26
Best New Productivity and Communication Apps for 2020
Do you feel like you waste a lot of time in different Slack channels, meetings, or Zoom calls? If so, this video is for you. Find out about the two new apps that could replace Slack and revolutionize how you communicate at work.
Plus, we have the inside scoop on Costa Rica's new work-from-home bill and the U.S. cities with the most remote workers in the nation.
Plus, we have the inside scoop on Costa Rica's new work-from-home bill and the U.S. cities with the most remote workers in the nation.
Feb 10, 202007:59
The best cities to live or travel for freelancers in 2020
Where to live or travel in 2020? We have the best cities for freelancers or unemployed workers to live in! Plus, the best cities for work according to Airbnb.
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Feb 03, 202005:06
LinkedIn Best Jobs for 2020 (News Clip)
Looking for a new job? Find out LinkedIn's picks for the best jobs in 2020! Full list below:
LinkedIn Emerging Jobs Report
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LinkedIn Emerging Jobs Report
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Jan 27, 202002:08
Why You Should NEVER Charge Your Cell Phone at Airports!
Do you know the dangers of charging your devices in public? Find out in this short news clip.
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👱🏻♀️About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries
Jan 20, 202001:03
Find out highest-paying emerging jobs for 2020
Welcome to another episode of Digital Nomad News! Today we talk about the highest-paying emerging jobs for 2020 and why charging your phone in public places might drain your bank account.
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Jan 05, 202005:09
New Travel Dating Apps, Europe Travel Alert, and a Four-Day Work Week!
Welcome to another episode of Digital Nomad News! Today we talk about a new dating and matchmaking feature on Nomad List, a new electronic authorization to travel to Europe, and a new study on a four-day work week in Japan with higher productivity.
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Dec 23, 201904:58
The 15 Best Places to Travel and FASTEST INTERNET in the World for 2020!
I looked through all of the top travel lists for 2020 and chose the 15 best places that were the highest recommended! Plus - the Top 5 Fastest Countries for Internet in 2019-2020! Find out the best of the best today's episode of Digital Nomad News.
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Dec 16, 201909:13
$50,000 Seed Funding for Remote Startups - Remote First Capital
Looking for funding for your business idea or startup venture? A new group of remote work advocates and venture capitalists led by AngelList executive, Andreas Klinger, are looking for companies to invest in. Get all the details today on Digital Nomad News! 💵 💴 💶 💷
👱🏻♀️About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years.
👱🏻♀️About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years.
Dec 09, 201904:33
The First Global Coworking Space Membership in the World!
You can now co-work in more than 3,000 coworking spaces in 100 countries worldwide with Coworker.com's brand new Global Pass! Launching in January 2020, Coworker's Global Pass will give you access to more than 100 co-working spaces in 100 countries worldwide for one low monthly rate. Plus - we new co-working spaces in luxury hotels in London, coworking apps in India, and co-working spaces in restaurants that offer discounts on food and drinks! Get all the details today on Digital Nomad News.
Dec 02, 201904:36
New startup will PAY YOU $10k to Work-from-Home!
A new company says they will help people find remote jobs for the first time and PAY them a $10k bonus after the first year of remote work. Lose your job? No worries. They'll reimburse you $5k/month + healthcare for 3 months while you find a new one.
👱🏻♀️About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years.
👱🏻♀️About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years.
Nov 25, 201904:29
Why Everyone is Trying out Co-Living
Unaffordable housing have you down? Co-living might be an option for you. Find out why so many people are turning to co-living as a solution.
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👱🏻♀️About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 1
Nov 18, 201903:56
How to Get Paid $10,000 to Work from Home (seriously)
Find out which cities and companies are offering up to $10,000 in cash and incentives to attract remote workers or as part of "de-location" programs to help employees work from home and choose where they live across the US. Plus, we also have the Top 10 Highest-Paying Remote Jobs of 2019.
About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years.
About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years.
Nov 11, 201904:40
Remote Year Expansion & New Millennial Hotel
Would you travel the world for a year? Remote Year has announced that they will now offer 10-day work and travel trips, in addition to 4, 6, and 12-month options. Remote Year just raised $5M in funding to expand their operations around the globe and open new co-working spaces! Check out Remote Year's Travel Packages: bit.ly/RemoteYearTravel
Nov 04, 201905:46
Fiber Optic Internet in Mexico and the Top Industries for Remote Jobs
Digital Nomad News from Reykjavik, Iceland! On today's show, find out when fiber optic internet is coming to Playa del Carmen, Mexico, when 5G is coming to Bulgaria, and the top 10 industries to find remote jobs.
About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years.
Contact her at www.travelingwithkristin.com
About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years.
Contact her at www.travelingwithkristin.com
Oct 28, 201905:58
Luxury Co-Living and Co-Working in Dubai and Singapore (October 7th, 2019)
Brand new luxury co-living residences and co-working spaces in Dubai and Singapore! Open now and coming in 2020. In this episode of Digital Nomad News, we check out three coliving developments planned for Dubai, a brand new coworking space and Dubai Hills Estate, plus the biggest coliving space in Asia - Lyf Funan Singapore (Lyf Hotel by Ascott).
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Contact her at www.travelingwithkristin.com
Oct 20, 201906:04
Arctic Coworking & Coliving with Digital Nomads in Norway & Iceland (September 30th, 2019)
Would you co-live in the Arctic? Check out the newest co-working and co-living spaces in the Norway, Iceland, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands.
About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years. She’s helped 1,000’s of people move and live abroad and now teaches people how to achieve location independence through writing, speaking, workshops, and online content.
About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years. She’s helped 1,000’s of people move and live abroad and now teaches people how to achieve location independence through writing, speaking, workshops, and online content.
Oct 19, 201905:34
Best Freelancing Jobs in 2019 + Thailand News + Digital Nomads in the Arctic (September 23rd, 2019)
Digital Nomad News is your source for weekly trending news in technology, travel, and remote work.
The best freelancing jobs on Freelancer.com and how to find non-tech remote jobs in 2019. Plus, why is Thailand charging foreigners MORE for medical care (Watch out Chiang Mai digital nomads!)? Finally, why are so many digital nomads are moving to the arctic? Find out today on Digital Nomad News.
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The best freelancing jobs on Freelancer.com and how to find non-tech remote jobs in 2019. Plus, why is Thailand charging foreigners MORE for medical care (Watch out Chiang Mai digital nomads!)? Finally, why are so many digital nomads are moving to the arctic? Find out today on Digital Nomad News.
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Oct 18, 201905:38
Expats in Europe Prepare for No-Deal Brexit + Foreign Teachers Arrested in China (September 16th, 2019)
Are you ready for Brexit? How British and European expats can prepare for Brexit and why everyone is making fun of the "Get Ready for Brexit" campaign. Also, in our top story today, expat teachers are getting arrested in China. Why? Find out today on Digital Nomad News!
Time Stamps:
1:00 Get Ready for Brexit for Expats in Europe and UK
2:40 American and Other Expat Teachers Arrested in China
4:20 100 Days of Publishing on Medium
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Time Stamps:
1:00 Get Ready for Brexit for Expats in Europe and UK
2:40 American and Other Expat Teachers Arrested in China
4:20 100 Days of Publishing on Medium
www.travelingwithkristin.com
Oct 17, 201905:45
Nomad Summit 2019 + New Digital Nomad Travel Guide (September 9th, 2019)
Nomad Summit will be held in Cancun, Mexico October 11-14 at Selina Cancún, just 40 minutes from Playa del Carmen, the unofficial Digital Nomad Capital of the Caribbean. Today's guest on Digital Nomad News is Johnny FD, the founder of Nomad Summit Founder. We also have a preview of my new Digital Nomad Destinations video about living in Buenos Aires, Argentina. And finally, a new report on co-living is out.
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Oct 16, 201915:02
Women's Travel News + Co-Working in Prague + New Remote Work Study (September 2nd, 2019)
(1) More women are traveling than ever before! Travel companies like REI are rushing in to meet the demand for female adventure and group travel. (2) Prague is rapidly building new co-working spaces to cater to more digital nomads and tech workers. There are now more than 30 Coworking spaces in Prague, Czech Republic according to Coworker.com (3) In other digital nomad news, a new remote work survey is out for 2019 with lots of amazing insights and stats into the future of work
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Oct 15, 201905:49
WeWork IPO, Y Combinator Remote Office Startup, and a Digital Nomad Hotel (August 26th, 2019)
WeWork prepares to go public with the second-largest IPO of 2019 after Uber, but is it overrated? Recent YC incubator summer graduate, Tandem.chat, reports 50% weekly growth and snags a $7.5M seed round from Andreesson Horowitz's VC fund, a16z. And Selina, a digital nomad hotel and travel lifestyle company, opens their first location in Europe with 500 properties planned. Selina’s valuation is currently at $1B. This is Digital Nomad News - your source for breaking news in technology, remote work, and trav
Oct 14, 201909:01
Work-from-Home Jobs Report (FlexJobs), 5G in Europe, and a Digital Nomad Invasion of Bulgaria (August 19th, 2019)
Digital Nomad News is your source for weekly trending news in technology, travel, and remote work.
80% of people say they want to work from home, 5G launches across Europe, Tokyo tries out Teleworking to prepare for the 2020 Summer Olympics, Nomad Cruise announces surprise sale of tickets from Athens to Dubai, and there are more than 100 digital nomads living in Bansko, Bulgaria right now. This is Digital Nomad News Episode 2!
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80% of people say they want to work from home, 5G launches across Europe, Tokyo tries out Teleworking to prepare for the 2020 Summer Olympics, Nomad Cruise announces surprise sale of tickets from Athens to Dubai, and there are more than 100 digital nomads living in Bansko, Bulgaria right now. This is Digital Nomad News Episode 2!
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Oct 08, 201907:08
E-Residency, Digital Nomad Travel Insurance, Nomad List 5.0 and More Tech News (August 12th, 2019)
Breaking Tech & Travel News: Lithuania announces new e-residency program for digital nomads (similar to Estonia e-residency) effective in 2021. Digital nomad travel medical insurance start-up, SafetyWing, raises $3.5M seed round of funding. Nomad List 5.0 takes over the #2 spot on Product Hunt. Google discontinues their popular trip planning app, Google Trips. Kristin Wilson discusses AI and the future of work on the most recent episode of her podcast, Badass Digital Nomads.
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Oct 08, 201907:37
Welcome to Digital Nomad News
Digital Nomad News is your source for weekly trending news in technology, travel, and remote work.
About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years. She’s helped 1,000’s of people move and live abroad and now teaches people how to achieve location independence through writing, speaking, workshops, and online content.
www.travelingwithkristin.com
About: Kristin is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years. She’s helped 1,000’s of people move and live abroad and now teaches people how to achieve location independence through writing, speaking, workshops, and online content.
www.travelingwithkristin.com
Oct 08, 201901:49