Digital
Nomad
Resources
As a traveler and digital nomad for the past several years, I’ve learned the value of top travel resources. From packing essentials to the best travel credit cards, it’s always easier when someone else vets it first.
These are resources I use and love. I would never recommend something I do not believe in.
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Smart-Nomad Money Tools
Earn Free Travel
Chase Sapphire Reserve: A travel credit card is the ultimate digital nomad hack since all our expenses go towards extra travel credits which can be used for free flights, hotels, and more!
My favorite perk is free airport lounge access all over the world (+2 guests).
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Transfer Money Around the World
Wise: Choose from 50 currencies to use or keep on hand in your Wise account, and convert them in seconds. Use to get money from overseas without any fees at all.
Or send and receive international money transfers from any bank account around the world.
Digital Nomad Must-Haves
Nomad Mailing Address
Traveling Mailbox: Virtual mailbox services with mail scanning and mail forwarding to help travelers easily and affordably manage their postal mail online.
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Nomad Insurance
SafetyWing: Travel medical insurance for nomads. They cover people from all over the world, while outside their home country. Get a quote today!
World Nomads: the best travel insurance for high adventure travelers! Be protected during 200+ sports and activities.
Genki: Worldwide travel health insurance for digital nomads. Sign-up online in less than two minutes, even if you’re already traveling.
Make Memories
Free Walking Tours
GuruWalk: The best way to get to know a city is to take a walking tour from a local. And the best part? It’s free!
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Tours & Experiences
Viator: Browse and book incredible tours and activities with free cancellation and payment options to satisfy any plan or budget.
I personally book through Viator for all our experiences.
Packing Essentials
Pack Your Bags
Away: Check out their thoughtfully designed luggage and get $20 off your first suitcase or bag!
I traveled for two years with the The Large and The Everywhere Bag in tow. Their suitcases are really high quality.
Travel Light
Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack: Cotopaxi is a brand I love, and their 35L Del Dia backpack is perfect for those traveling light. It’s carry-on compatible and has a padded laptop compartment.
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WFH Uniform
Girlfriend Collective: Ethically manufactured athleisure from recycled materials, like old water bottles and fishing nets.
Their clothes are so comfy too. I live in their leggings, body suits, bike shorts, and workout dresses while traveling.
Get 30% off your first purchase of $95 or more!
Packable Jacket
FP Movement Packable Puffer: The Pippa Packable Puffer Jacket is a wardrobe staple. It’s super comfy and packs up small into itself for easy carrying, packing and travel. I’m obsessed with mine, and when it’s folded up it doubles as a travel pillow.
Plan & Book
Car Rental
Expedia: Whether in the US or abroad, I always book rental cars with Expedia. It’s fast, easy, and I know I’m getting the best rate.
Flights
Skyscanner: A metasearch engine and travel agency, available in over 30 languages. Skyscanner is used and trusted by 100 million people per month!
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Accommodations
Flatio: Flatio is a platform for monthly rentals with hand-picked, deposit-free, and reasonably priced listings in over 300 destinations, with digital nomads in mind!
VRBO: With over 2 million bookable vacation rentals, Vrbo connects homeowners with vacationers and nomads looking for something more than a hotel for their trip
Expedia: Expedia’s Hotel Search makes booking so easy. Choose from thousands of hotel discounts & cheap hotel rooms. Pick the perfect hotel deal & save!
Hotels.com: Find cheap hotels and discounts when you book on Hotels.com. Compare hotel deals, offers and read unbiased reviews.