Resources

Revolut

Given that Revolut is a digital bank that lets you spend money all over the world without any hidden fees, it’s mighty popular with long-term travelers and digital nomads. You can easily link accounts, buy stocks and cryptocurrencies, and withdraw money from ATMs at no cost up to £200. No brainer, right? Sign up here.

Wise

Save on international transfers with Wise (formerly Transferwise). Fees always tend to be less than traditional banks, and with their Borderless Bank Account, you can benefit further with local bank details to do business and receive fee-free payments in multiple currencies.

Monzo

Monzo is a bank that lives on your smartphone. With your Monzo debit card, you can spend with no transaction fees anywhere in the world and get free cash withdrawals in the EEA (European Economic Area) and up to £200 per month thereafter.

Budbud

Buses might not be glamorous, but they get you where you need to go affordably, efficiently, and without the headache of airport security. Use Busbud to easily compare and book the best bus routes across the globe.

Siteground

Time and time again, SiteGround is commended for its brilliant customer service. This web hosting service is unrivaled for WordPress sites, security, and speed (it uses the same data center as Google, Apple, and YouTube), and beginners will love their free transfer wizard. Sign up for SiteGround here.

HostGator

HostGator has lots of little nice touches, like a free domain name when you sign up for an annual hosting plan. It’s also beloved for its generous storage space and impeccable uptime, which is naturally advantageous for any competitive business that needs a strong online presence.

Bluehost

Where Bluehost excels is in price and storage capacity. There is an array of annual pricing plans for their shared hosting, but all grant 24/7 support. Choice Plus is the most popular plan, and it offers unlimited storage, unlimited websites, and free automated backups. Join Bluehost here.

Fiverr

Need something done, fast? Fiverr is the world’s largest marketplace for digital services. Use it to easily find professionals for all your business needs, from freelance web designers and copywriters to programmers and life coaches. Join Fiverr here and hire professionals now.

Discover Cars

With Discover Cars, you can compare different car rental companies in different companies and check ratings for different factors like efficiency, pick-up procedure, and overall value.

Airalo

No more worrying about buying a new SIM card when you get to a new country. Get a digital SIM card (also known as a “virtual SIM” or “embedded SIM”) from Airalo, and you can get coverage anywhere in the world. Country-specific and regional sims are available (super handy when you’ll be in various destinations). Airalo is a game-changer. Sign up right here and get your first e-SIM.

Skyscanner

The best feature about Skyscanner, undoubtedly, is that if you aren’t quite sure where you want to go, you can use their ‘Everywhere’ feature and see all the prices listed per destination for your required dates. The ability to search by entire month is pretty neat, too.

Google Flights

Google Flights has a number of specific advantages, including a map-based search, multiple airport search, and a calendar-based fare view that shows the cheapest flight prices for the next 12 months.

Booking.com

Did you know you can now book flights directly on Booking.com, alongside your hotels and experiences? It’s a one-stop shop that helps you compare airlines, save time, and manage your entire trip in one place.

OneWayFly

OneWayFly provides a temporary return ticket as proof of onward travel, which is required for entry to many countries, including the US, Panama, Brazil, and the UK. Tickets are valid for 14 days from the date of purchase. You’ll be glad you found out about this.

Priority Pass

Get Priority Pass and relax in over 1,300 luxury airport lounges worldwide, no matter your airline or ticket class, with perks like free Wi-Fi, refreshments, and comfortable seating.

Noma Collective

Noma Collective runs group work and travel programs for remote workers to some of the world’s most resplendent destinations, perfect if you’d like to travel with a community of like-minded people. Catch them here and use code “DISCOVERYSESSIONS150” for discounts.

WiFi Tribe

Every month, a mix of passionate, wild, and free people from all corners of the world embark on a journey of work and travel with the appropriately named WiFi Tribe. This is great for those just starting off as nomads and would like a pre-planned trip.

Nomad Base

Nomad Base is a wonderful community that reunites in different places around the world every few months. Membership gives you access to successful professionals from a variety of industries, all thriving and incorporating travel into their lives. The founders of Nomad Base also run Nomad Cruise, a groundbreaking conference at sea for location independents and the nomad curious.

Digital Nomad Safari

Digital Nomad Safari is perfect for professionals, startups, and entrepreneurs who want to stay connected for four, 10 & 14-night coworking and coliving safaris while finding the balance between work, life, wellness, and adventure with South Africa as the setting.

Skillshare

Skillshare is essentially an all-you-can-learn education platform focusing predominantly on creative courses. For a set monthly fee, you can watch every single class that your heart desires. Better yet, you can test it out with a free trial.

Udemy

Udemy is another massive online marketplace for classes of every variety, starting at $9.99.

RemoteOK

Find your dream remote job on Remote OK, a job board founded by long-term nomad and entrepreneur Pieter Levels. You can find non-tech jobs, too, as well as read up on remote work statistics and the top remote companies.

We Work Remotely

We Work Remotely is the largest remote work community in the world, with over 2.5 million monthly visitors. There’s a wave of new jobs daily, and they’re listed according to category.

Viator

From hot-air balloon rides over Cappadocia to pasta-making in Tuscany, Viator flings open the doors to the world’s most thrilling experiences. With flexible bookings and 24/7 support, all you have to do is show up and make the memories.

GetYourGuide

GetYourGuide is your backstage pass to the world, connecting you with skip-the-line wonders, secret spots, and tours that go beyond the obvious. You can literally find tours anywhere to do anything using their easy-to-book interface.

SafetyWing Travel Insurance

SafetyWing was made by nomads, for nomads. Their Nomad Insurance provides coverage for people from all over the world when outside their home countries. Ever generous, SafetyWing also produces the Borderless weekly newsletter, which curates informative nomad-friendly articles.

World Nomads Travel Insurance

World Nomads insurance gives unrivaled flexibility for long-term travelers and is thus perfect for location-independent remote workers. You can start and stop your cover when you like or even extend it while you’re already away. Investigate the best option for you and read their riveting blog while you’re at it.

Google Translate

Google Translate puts the world of language in your pocket. This quick and free translator cuts the confusion in 108 languages. With the app, you can download entire language sets to be able to use without wifi, and it’s got a brilliant scan option that lets you hover your camera over text for instant translation.

PhotoAiD

PhotoAiD solves the problem of getting pictures for official documents like passports. This tool helps you to take a photo at home without wasting time searching for and visiting an on-site photographer. You’ll also be sure the photo will be accepted by a foreign government.