issue 002 - Christmas Edition

Happy Sunday, fellow digital nomads—how are we feeling?

Christmas is just three days away, and with it comes a mixed bag of emotions

For us nomads, the holidays can be a weird time

Some of us are back home, surrounded by family and enduring endless rounds of "so, what is it you actually do?"

Others are waking up solo on the other side of the world, sipping coffee and wondering if a bowl of spicy Buldak and a beer counts as Christmas dinner (it absolutely does).

There is close to zero normality in this life we live, so enjoy it your way.

Okay, let’s dive in.

remote roles of the week:

I have zero affiliation with these roles & companies, I simply want to see you win and if the opportunity fits, great.

Spotlight Job Posts This Week: 3️⃣

Nomad Diaries: Luís

Digital Nomad Profile
home city/country: São Paulo, Brazil 🇧🇷
current base: Bali
role/profession: Front-end developer
# of years as a digital nomad: 3

why Bali? Bali isn’t just the beaches or the sunsets–though those are awesome–it’s the balance this place offers. I know Bali has a rep for being super basic, but there actually is a reason why people love it here. Aside from the crypto bros and wannabe influencers, it’s a good spot.

what has been the biggest challenge as a digital nomad?  Finding balance. Constantly moving means adjusting to new time zones and getting a new routine. 

what’s your biggest digital nomad hack? A portable hot spot for sure. Too many times the wifi in cafes suck. It has saved me one too many times.

biggest digital nomad f*ck up? My biggest digital nomad f*ck up was not double-checking visa requirements before heading to a new country.

what’s your non-negotiable item when travelling? A solid power bank. I feel like my batteries are always low on my phone and laptop.

favourite & least favourite destination?

Fav: Surf, sunset, and beer. This goes to Bali.

Least fav: Phuket bro, especially the touristy areas like Patong, felt overwhelming with its endless bars, shops, and party scenes. Don’t go. 

okay last one, one piece of advice for a new nomad? Embrace flexibility. Things won’t always go as planned—whether it’s missed flights, bad Wi-Fi, or unexpected changes—so being able to adapt and roll with it makes life a lot smoother. 

📍Pin It: Tbilisi, Georgia

Maturing as a digital nomad is realizing you don’t always have to choose the sunny beachy destination and instead opt for the bustling city in the Caucasus mountains like Tbilisi, Georgia.

At a glance:

• average monthly cost of living: $1,500 USD

• a fast-growing community of digital nomads and no shortage 24/7 co-working stations. Some that stand out: The Hub, Impact Hub, and my favourite, Digital Jungle (for real, this place is crazy)

• narrow cobblestone streets, thousand-year-old structures, and Sulfur baths

• offers a visa that allows remote workers to stay for up to 1 year

• no minimum income requirement

• hit the slopes at Gudauri only 2 hours away ⛷

• maybe even do some insane training with Tbilisi’s own, UFC Bantamweight Champion, Merab Dvalishvili

Are you ready to tell your friends that you’re not in Georgia, the state in the US but in Georgia, the former Soviet republic?

If co-living isn’t your vibe, here is the Airbnb find of the week for Tbilisi. You can’t tell me the vibes aren’t immaculate here.

My TikTok feed has been flooded with videos using this song lately, (iykyk) and I was reminded of just how damn good it is. For that reason only, it’s the jam of the week.

If you made it to the end, you’re a true warrior.

Appreciate you, stay frosty.

ps. We want to hear how you’re spending your Christmas. Hit the reply and let us know!