Hello Occu V !
I'm heading to Finland in a few days, and I'm really *not* looking forward to finding out what's the deal with airports these days. Many people lose their luggage, deal with flight delays, and so on these days... and I really hope we'll have a smooth experience.
That said, it's going to be like a trial for us, because we're flying to Thailand in September.
Now, you might want to learn more about these new digital nomad visas... so keep reading to learn more!
⚡ New on the blog ⚡
Expat guide: The best cities to live in Asia
Thinking of living in Asia, but overwhelmed by how large it is? There are so many incredible places on the continent to lay roots for a while, so we're talking you through 13 amazing cities 🌇 to help you figure out which one fits your needs. Read now ➡
Perfect 2 days in Mallorca itinerary
Only got 48 hours to enjoy the Balearic Island? Tick tock ⏳. You might not be able to explore the entire island in 2 days, but you can see a surprising amount of it, including the important stuff — beaches, tapas, and views that will blow your mind. Read now ➡
5 best places to live in Australia
There are so many picture-perfect destinations in Australia that you can have a hard time deciding where to live. I've broken it down into the top 5 cities, based on the cost of living, jobs, atmosphere, and climate, to make it a little easier for you to decide. Read now ➡
Complete guide: Malta travel cost
Want to avoid nasty surprises on arrival? Check out how much it costs to vacation in Malta BEFORE boarding your plane. From flights to accommodation to local meals, I've added it all up to let you know how much you need to set aside. Read now ➡
6 best places to live in Egypt
Imagine looking out your window and seeing an ancient pyramid. Pretty cool right?! 🤩 Egypt is chock-a-block with fascinating ancient landmarks, vibrant markets, and a surprisingly large ex-pat scene. Check out the best places to live as a foreigner. Read now ➡
⚡ Travel news ⚡
Montenegro digital nomad visa announced
Here comes another one 🙌. Countries are announcing digital nomad visas left, right, and center at the minute, and this time it's the underrated European country of Montenegro. Affordable? Tick. Gorgeous scenery? Tick. No income tax? Tick. Yep, you read that last one right 👀. Read now ➡
A peek into Brazil's new digital nomad village
If you're looking to make more digital nomad friends that you can geek out with over internet speeds and laugh about crazy clients, try staying in a digital nomad village. "But they're all in Europe and I want to go further afield…" I hear ya. Does Brazil sound exotic enough for you? Read now ➡
⚡ Travel deals ⚡
Get $10 off your Worldpackers plan
Save $10 when purchasing an annual plan with Worldpackers, and get the best volunteering opportunities from around the globe.
Get 5% off your Holafly ESIM card
Sort your SIM card out BEFORE your trip and avoid looking like a lunatic holding your phone above your head and wandering around the airport in circles. Plus, get 5% off. It's a win win situation.
Save up to 25% on luxury vehicle hire
What's the best way to say goodbye to summer? With one final road trip! 🛻 Don't drive a beat up old truck that's about to give out. Instead, treat yourself with 25% off a luxury car.
Explore the eco-friendly range from The North Face
Get luggage that looks great AND does good things for the world too with the sturdy yet sustainable range at The North Face.
Find out more details of all the deals here.
If you're planning a trip in the upcoming weeks, you should know that many travel websites offer flexible bookings!
☑ Lots of hotels offer free cancellation depending on your destination. You can browse on Booking.com to find deals that you can cancel at any time if you need to. (I already got a few free upgrades myself!)
☑ Some airlines offer free cancellation and a flexible booking policy at the moment.
☑ SafetyWing (travel insurance that I use myself) covers Covid-19. So, that's great news for us! They are covering quarantine too! 😷
Need more inspo? Take a look at our destination guides here.
Chat soon,
Melissa 👋
