How to Work Remotely and Travel the World Like a Pro
Like anything, travelling and working remotely come with their challenges. But ‘impossible’ isn’t a word in the digital nomad’s dictionary. Everything is possible with the right plan. Here’s how to make the dream work for you.
Set Yourself up for Success
First, you need a reliable income to form the foundation for your adventures. Whether you have permission from your employer to travel and work, or you’ve built your own income streams, find something you can count on. This might take months or even years to sort.
It’s always worth having some savings to fall back on. Spare cash should help if your income dries up or something unexpected happens. Prepare as best as you can.
Choose Remote-Friendly Destinations
Some locations are easier to work and travel in than others. Whether you plan to hop from place to place or stay for longer in certain countries, consider where you’ll be able to continue your work in comfort.
Coworking spaces, internet connections, charging facilities – these are all things you need to think about and plan for.
Visas are always worth considering. Some places, like Indonesia and Costa Rica, offer digital nomad visas which allow you to stay for a certain number of years. You’ll need to consider any tax implications, too.
Master Time Zones and Schedules
If you need to stay in contact with clients or colleagues, scheduling will be key. Without it, you might struggle to make the digital nomad lifestyle work.
Keep note of time zone differences between you and your key contacts. Emails are easy to manage anywhere in the world, but calls may demand more careful planning. Add meetings to your calendar and create reminders on your phone so you don’t miss any commitments.
Stay Safe and Secure
Travelling with expensive tech makes you a target, both physically and digitally. Invest in travel-safe luggage with strong locks. Don’t leave phones, laptops or any equipment out in the open and unattended.
Be careful when connecting to unsecured networks in public. These networks leave your data and devices exposed to hackers looking for an easy target. You can use a VPN to shield yourself, whatever network you’re on. It should also help you switch to a UK IP address if you need to access services, accounts or content from back home.
Balance Work and Travel Your Way
Finding the right balance between work and travel is all about what works for you. You might prefer to do a few hours a day on a consistent basis or dedicate certain days of the week. Experiment and see what works as you go.
Once you’ve found your rhythm, your routine should come more easily.
Digital Nomad Like a Pro
Seeing the world without draining your bank balance can be so fulfilling. That’s the opportunity that comes with working remotely while you travel. Make all the right preparations and see where the journey takes you.
