Digital nomads feel powered by their lifestyle, but recognise inevitable downsides as well

laptop on a garden table
A digital nomad office in a garden in France.

Many people who like to travel may dream about the life of a digital nomad, such as working in a cottage next to a pristine beach, having incredible dinners in local restaurants far from tourist eateries, and exploring the nearby exciting … Read >

The best practices for getting work done when traveling in a campervan

You may have seen pretty photos or viewed flashy video clips that show the sunny side of #vanlife when traveling and working in a motorhome or camper van. The reality is a bit more complex than Instagram photos because anything can happen on the road, and completing work assignments by … Read >

Europe travel news: where to ski, more night trains, Northern Lights, hotels for remote workers

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Åre in Sweden.

News from Europe to travelers

A new class of night trains connect European cities

More choices for train trips is good news for travelers who are concerned about the carbon footprint they leave behind on their journeys. A 500 million euro investment in night trains in Central … Read >

Considering a new remote work destination? Here are the smartest cities in the world

When someone is planning a move to a foreign city, considering a new destination where to work remotely, or simply scanning exciting cities to visit, a factor that may have an impact on the decision is how smart a city is. IMD, a leadership development consultancy, has published Smart City … Read >

Ensure safe internet access at Airbnb rentals, and other security tips for travelers

North Portugal, office of a digital nomad on kitchen table

Every remote worker and digital nomad who works and travels knows the satisfied feeling when a reliable and secure internet connection has been successfully setup in a new destination. It is a big relief. Work, getting information about the new environment, connections to friends and family depend on access to … Read >

Ebook news digest: audiobooks, remote work, business of writing, Instagram for writers

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Photo by Konstantin Dyadyun.

News on ebooks, writing and business of publishing

Instagram for Writers

Brevity’s Nonfiction Blog shares tips for writers who are trying to use Instagram for marketing. An interesting piece of information about Instagram: if you achieve 1% engagement (people who comment or contribute to your Instagram … Read >

5 travel and tourism megatrends reflect the rise of new technologies, businesses and prospering nations

Travel and tourism is already one of the largest, yet also one of the fastest growing global industries. It was estimated to account for about 10% of global GDP in 2017. Entire regions depend on the arrival of tourists, like Bali or Southern Portugal. Since the world is changing, … Read >

Ebook news digest: the honor of ebooks, free writing contests, translating a book

News on ebooks, writing and remote work

Apple iPad on bookshelf with books
Defending the honor of ebooks (and innovation)
No Shelf Required

A quote from the article hits right into the core benefits of ebooks: “The promise of the digital medium is to democratize and equalize access to knowledge, which, like information, wants to be … Read >