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Meet a Digital Nomad

DNworld is a global community of travelers seeking to broaden our perspectives and explore the world's wonders. Together, we collaborate by sharing experiences, knowledge, advise and cherishable moments. We strive to enrich the communities we encounter by respecting and preserving their cultural heritage, natural beauty, and way of life. Throughout our journey, we hope our passion serves as a source of inspiration, not only for ourselves but for those we meet along the way, encouraging Each episode we will host a special guest to share their experience and insight about remote work and travel.
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Working as a Product Manager on the Road

What exactly does a product manager do and how can you become one? We dive in with our guest Elina Sokolovska to answer these questions and more! Get the best resources for getting started in product management and discover whetherit might be something you can do as your next online job! 🤝Connect with Elina here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elina-sokolovska-17560b32/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elina_shoko/?hl=en Elina recommends starting here to learn more about product mana...

Jun 15, 202530 min

Hiking around the World – And Getting Paid for It

Imagine hiking around the world…and getting paid for it! That’s exactly what our guest Kelly Floro does, but it happened in a way that you might not expect. Find out how Kelly found her dream job as Managing Editor at The Trek and get her favorite hiking trail recommendations. 🤝Connect with Kelly here: Check out more trails at The Trek: https://thetrek.co/ Check out The Trek’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetrek.co/ Kelly’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kellyfloro/ QUESTION– Wh...

Jun 08, 202534 min

Starting the First Nomad Book Club

Just because we are traveling doesn’t mean that we can’t join a book club! My guest Amy Poulton has started the first nomad book club and shares with us how it works and how you can join! We also discuss how reading books based in the countrieswhere we travel provide a much richer context to our travel experiences! Nomad book lovers, you’re not going to want to miss this! 🤝Connect with Amy here: Amy’s website: https://pagetraveller.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomad.book.club/ TikT...

Jun 01, 202529 min

Why You Shouldn't Sleep on Bitcoin, Digital Nomad or Otherwise

We’re sure that you’ve heard about Bitcoin, but maybe that’s as far as you’ve ever looked into it. Many say it’s a cult. Many say it’s a scam, but Bitcoin continues to be legalized and adopted in more and more places. Two US States have already made it legal. Countries are setting up Bitcoin reserves. Is it timeto take another look at Bitcoin? Our guest Fernando thinks so and explains why it can help set up your financial future. And more financial freedom means more location freedom as a digita...

May 25, 202533 min

How to Travel More Sustainably

Did you know that staying in hostels produces 75% less carbon emissions compared to staying a hotel? Learn this and more ways to travel more sustainably with our guest BeccaMarsh who has traveled much of the world overland as part the Global Convoy . 🤝Connect with Becca here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beccamarsh_/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becca-marsh-frgs/ Water to Go - https://watertogo.eu/ (Use code GLOBALCONVOY to get 15% off) Exploreo- https://www.exploreo.com/...

May 18, 202532 min

How Skydiving Inspired Me to Become a Digital Nomad

Sometimes, our hobbies can take us to unexpected places. In Octavian’s case – a skydiving trip introduced him to his first digital nomads – and the rest was history. If you’ve never been skydiving before, this conversation may just convince you totry it! 🤝Connect with Octavian here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Limitless-Way7 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tavi.ung/ QUESTION– Have you ever been skydiving? Let us know in the comments! ➡️Watch This Next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...

May 11, 202535 min

Traveling the World as a Tattoo Artist

Not all nomads are digital! Some people have created a business through their art. Tricia is now a freehand linework tattoo artist traveling the world and creating beautiful tattoos wherever she goes. Have you ever considered making moneythrough your art on the road? Listen to Tricia’s beautiful story and learn more about setting up a tattoo business while living the life of your dreams. 🤝Connect with Tricia here: Website: https://www.airatattoo.com/ Instagram: https://www. instagram.com/aira.t...

May 04, 202525 min

Don't Be Afraid to Leave the 9-5 - You Will Find Life Beyond It

Are you working a 9-5 job now? Have you ever dreamed of leaving the 9-5 and working from home? Lee Clark left his 9-5, moved to Thailand, and life has never been the same. Don’t be afraid to make a change. You never know what might happen on the other side of the 9-5. 🤝Connect with Lee here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mydigitalnomadguideofficial/ X: https://x.com/MyNomadGuide Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydigitalnomadguideofficial1/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mydigitalnoma...

Apr 27, 202531 min

What Your Digital Nomad Life Looks Like Is Entirely Up to You

Being a digital nomad can look a lot of different ways. You can work just like you did before but be location independent, or you can try to achieve the 4-hour work week. You can rise with the sun or not start until the afternoon. How you craft your digital nomad days is entirely up to you. Learn how Dina made digital nomad life her own. 🤝Connect with Dina here: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@infinidonomadcoaching?lang=en Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pyramidina QUESTION– Have you starte...

Apr 20, 202534 min

Recent Changes in Bansko, Bulgaria That Benefit Digital Nomads

Bansko, Bulgaria has become one of the most popular destinations for digital nomads. Becky Bottjer, the founder of Altspace, a coworking space in Bansko, explains how Bansko continues to improve year after year and is a great place to consider as a place to visit or set up your base as a digital nomad. 🤝Connect with Becky here: Website: https://altspacecoworking.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altspacebansko/ QUESTION– Have you been to Bansko, Bulgaria? Let us know in the comments! ➡️...

Apr 13, 202531 min

Protecting Your Mental Health as a Digital Nomad

Being a digital nomad can be stressful, and it can be difficult to find therapy while on the road. Geleen Antonio is working to change that by hosting online meetups for digital nomads to discuss mental health and finding therapists that canwork with you online. Learn more about how to find the help you need for your mental health as a digital nomad. 🤝Connect with Geleen here: Listen to Geleen’s Travel Not To Escape Podcasthttps://www.travelnottoescape.com/podcast + What's your play personality...

Apr 06, 202532 min

How Facebook Saved My Life and Other Stories from 20 Years on the Road

Over 20 years on the road, Michael “Mikey” Lythcott has done it all, but one night in Bali changed his life forever. Learn about his travel superpower, his life working in the music industry, and how he transitioned to his life on the road as a web developer. 🤝Connect with Michael here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikelythcott QUESTION– What is your traveling superpower? Let us know in the comments! ➡️Watch This Next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64WQSiapdYM&t=16s ✅Subscribe to ...

Mar 30, 202550 min

Opening a Popup Coliving in Hoi An, Vietnam

Mindy and Anil have teamed up to open a pop-up coliving from March 1-May 31, 2025 in one of the biggest hot spots for digital nomads – Hoi An, Vietnam. Located near the beautiful An Bangbeach in Hoi An, the popup coliving has indoor and outdoor working areas, a plunge pool, ensuite rooms, and a communal kitchen. Find out about why Digi Nomad chose Hoi An, activities that will be arranged during the coliving experience, and where Digi Nomad might go next. 🤝Connect with the Digi Nomad community h...

Mar 23, 202528 min

All About Malta as a Digital Nomad Destination

Serial entrepreneur Luca Arrigo shares his home island of Malta with us and why it should be your next stop as a digital nomad. Learn all about what makes this island unique for digital nomads. 🤝Connect with Luca here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luca-arrigo/ QUESTION– Have you been to the island of Malta? Or have we convinced you to visit? Let us know in the comments! ➡️Watch This Next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUUIXFpi0DM&t=3s ✅Subscribe to our Podcast @thedigitalnomadworld About: ...

Mar 16, 202530 min

She Did 50 Interviews and Sent Out 500 Resumes Looking for a Remote Job

Mary Grace Nguyen Guzon, AI-savvy Copywriter & SEO/UX content creator, lost her job in September 2024. She shares her relentless search to find her next remote job. Did she eventually find new work? What can you do to find a remote job? 🤝Connect with Mary Grace in the following places: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marygracenguyen/ https://www.instagram.com/marygoesnomad https://www.tiktok.com/@remote_digitalnomad QUESTION– Have you been able to find remote work online? Let us know in the com...

Mar 09, 202543 min

Kaya Connections Brings Nomads Together for One Month Retreats

Marie Tuason, founder of Kaya Connections, introduces Kaya Connections, which brings digital nomads together for one month retreats. What sets Kaya apart? Guests are guided by digital nomads originally from the retreat location countries. 🎯 Find out when the next Kaya Connections will be and how you can join: https://kayaconnections.framer.website/ https://www.instagram.com/kayaconnections/ ➡️Watch This Next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQw2Qbfh0UE&t=1s ✅Subscribe to our Podcast @thedig...

Mar 02, 202534 min

Here's Why You Should Join "Nomads in Wonderlands" - Coming Soon to Antalya, Turkey

Camille Poiré, founder of Nomads in Wonderlands, explains why she started Nomads in Wonderlands and how it differs from other nomad events. 🎯 Find out when the next Nomads in Wonderlands experience is planned and how you can join https://www.instagram.com/nomadsinwonderlands/ ➡️Watch This Next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYNU6kPuQLo&t=5s ✅Subscribe to our Podcast @thedigitalnomadworld 🤝Connect with Camille and Nomads in Wonderlands in the followingplaces: https://nomadsinwonderlands.c...

Feb 23, 202529 min

Tips for Handling Stress on the Road

Tips for Handling Stress on the Road Astrid Heystee gives practical tips for how to handle stress while traveling. 🎯 Find out planning in advance and remaining calm can help you reduce your travel anxiety for both short-term and long-term trips https://www.instagram.com/roostandrestsa?igsh=MWMwcjlpNTE5Mnp2Zw== ➡️Watch This Next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7pyr6vru04&t=3s ✅Subscribe to our Podcast @thedigitalnomadworld 🤝Connect with Astrid and Palm Tree Moments in the following places...

Feb 16, 202536 min

Creating "Roost and Rest" - an Alternative to Booking.com and Airbnb in South Africa

Roost and Rest is an alternative to Airbnb for booking accommodation in South Africa. 🎯 Find out how Roost&Rest is going to do it better than Airbnb and Booking.com and when it will launch. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/roostandrestsa?igsh=MWMwcjlpNTE5Mnp2Zw==⁠ ➡️Watch This Next:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlZeaA106Ww&t=2s ✅Subscribe to our Podcast@thedigitalnomadworld 🤝Connect with Sam andRoost and Rest on Social Media: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthawolhuter/⁠ ⁠https://www.ins...

Feb 09, 202527 min

We Visited the Biggest Coliving Community in the World in Semkovo, Bulgaria

With Matthias Zeitler, Chairman of Coliving Semkovo Cooperative Matthias Zeitler is a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to fostering vibrant communities for digital nomads and remote workers. He serves as the Chairman of Coliving Semkovo, where he is leading the transformation of a historic mountain resort in Semkovo, Bulgaria, into a 17,000 m² coliving space designed to support the future of remote work. In 2016, Matthias co-founded Coworking Bansko, aiming to establish Bansko, Bulgaria, as a pr...

Feb 02, 202535 min

We Spoke with the Founder of the World’s First Fertility Coliving

With Aliza Virani, Founder, The Fertility Co-Living Aliza Virani is a visionary entrepreneur with over 8 years of global experience creating impactful, high-profile events for brands like Prada, Michael Kors, and the United Nations. Now, as the founder of The Fertility Co-Living, she channels her expertise into creating transformative experiences, empowering women to take control of their fertility journeys. Learn more about The Fertility Coliving including how to apply here: https://www.thefert...

Jan 26, 202537 min

Come and Stay in the Little Forest, a New Eco-Retreat in Chiang Mai, Thailand

With Leah McHugh, Co-Founder of Little Forest Chiang Mai Leah McHugh is the co-founder of Little Forest Chiang Mai, an eco-retreat designed for people to unwind, reconnect with nature, and embrace slowmaxxing. She’s passionate about community, creativity, and building a life (and business) that’s good for both people and the planet. You can follow Little Forest Chiang Mai on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/littleforestchiangmai/ Follow Little Forest Chiang Mai on Facebook here: https:/...

Jan 19, 202527 min

Retiring in Thailand - Here's Everything That You Need to Know

With Ramze, Retired! At 50 years old, Ramze has traveled to 60 countries and lived in 5. He met his wife of 9 years in Cuba while he was traveling and later living there. He retired from online e-commerce and real estate. He has been living in Thailand for the last year with his wife and two dogs. He loves cigars, new foods, travel, and dogs. He has been a man without a country his whole life and he likes it that way. He is making videos to help other people on similar life paths. Want more from...

Jan 12, 202548 min

Should you become a slowmad? Here’s why I’m not slowing down

With Palle Bo, podcast producer and full-time digital nomad At 50, Palle Bo sold everything to begin a nomadic life, traveling the world since 2016 on a mission to visit every country. A veteran radio professional and podcaster since 2006, he documents his immersive travels in The Radio Vagabond Podcast, which won “Travel Podcaster of the Year 2024.” Alongside his adventures, Palle produces podcasts for global clients like The LEGO Group and the TBEX travel conference. Connect with Palle Bo on L...

Jan 05, 202532 min

All About Cape Town, South Africa as a Digital Nomad Destination

With Samantha Wolhuter, CEO at On The Run Agency Samantha Wolhuter is a digital nomad who has explored over 40 countries since 2017, with Cape Town as her home base. As the founder of On The Run brand agency, she helps businesses thrive in the digital landscape. Samantha is also the community manager of the Cape Town Digital Nomads Facebook group, connecting and supporting a vibrant network of over 16,000 location-independent professionals. Connect with Samantha on LinkedIn here: https://www.lin...

Dec 29, 202433 min

Nomad Summit Is Returning to Chiang Mai! - January 17-19 2025

With Christoph Huebner, Bridge Builder at Nomad Summit Christoph is a full-time nomad, serial entrepreneur, offshore sailor, punk rocker, insurance broker, and networker. Together with his Estonian co-founder Kai Isand, he is a co-host of the legendary Nomad Summit in Chiang Mai in Thailand. Bringing back this event (and shaping it into a fresh 2025 format), he is adding the missing piece to the puzzle of everything he does. Get your Nomad Summit tickets here: https://www.nomadsummit.com You can...

Dec 22, 202437 min

I Used to Be a Corporate Slave - Here's How I Escaped

With Kristiaan Hilger, Video & Podcast Producer Kristiaan is the founder and CEO of Macadamia Productions, a video and podcast production agency specializing in crafting compelling video testimonials for coaches, mentors, trainers, and consultants. He left the corporate world to pursue a digital nomad career. Since 2020, Kristiaan has been producing content online and offline for his professional B2B clients, online conferences, and social media, including running his own podcast and YouTube...

Dec 15, 202436 min

I've Been a Nomad for Three Months - Here's How It's Going

With Heather Cairns, Owner/President at Wander Wise Tax Solutions and Heather Cairns Bookkeeping Services Heather Cairns is a digital nomad and entrepreneur specializing in bookkeeping and tax preparation for Canadian small and medium-sized businesses. She runs her business remotely, combining technology and efficient workflows, all while exploring the world and immersing herself in diverse cultures. Connect with Heather on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-cairns-13ab3ba8/ Chec...

Dec 08, 202429 min

Moving Abroad from the USA as a Digital Nomad

Sanjay Paul is an adventurer, traveler, dog-lover, aspiring entertainer, musician, and online instructor! He has taught for about 26.5 years and holds various degrees in various disciplines, mostly social sciences. He loves inspiring students and is wrapping up a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership (DSL) by the Fall of 2025. He is focusing on how to move overseas and begin an entertainment career!

Dec 01, 202441 min

Find Your Next Nomadic Partner with Nomad Soulmates

With Aline Dahmen, Co-Founder of Nomad Soulmates Aline Dahmen is a German entrepreneur and digital nomad known for founding Nomad Soulmates, a community and dating platform designed specifically for digital nomads and remote workers. She started the community in her early 20s after realizing how challenging it was for digital nomads to form lasting relationships while constantly traveling. Nomad Soulmates initially began as a Facebook group but has since expanded to include a dating app and vari...

Nov 24, 202433 min
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