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Solo travel will continue to grow in 2023 as people seek adventure and alternative lifestyles.
And Latin America remains one of the most popular places to do this, thanks to hugely popular destinations like the three shown below.
All three of these hotspots generally have favorable weather, relaxed lifestyles, fantastic food, and vibrant communities of remote workers.
Additionally, these three locations recently ranked among the fastest growing, already established hubs for digital nomads, according to new data from nomadlist.com.
Mexico City Its popularity as a remote working hub is said to have increased by 152 percent since 2018 Playa del Carmen growing by 129 percent and Medellin grew by 123 percent in the same time frame.
Why are these destinations so popular with solo travelers right now?
Mexico City, Mexico
On your first visit, the enormous metropolis of Ciudad de México (CDMX) can be a bit overwhelming.
It is one of the largest and most populous cities in the world and is packed with fantastic sights, such as the striking Palacio de Bellas Artes, the former tallest building in Latin America, the Torre Latinoamericana, and the Metropolitana Cathedral.
One of the things that solo travelers and digital nomads love about CDMX is that it’s vibrant: there’s always something happening in one of the trendy neighborhoods.
Some of the best examples are the city’s Roma, Juárez, and La Condesa neighborhoods.
These neighborhoods allow you to live a more authentic city existence and are packed with cool bars, hip restaurants, fantastic nightlife and thriving arts scenes.
Despite what you may think, CDMX does not is among the most unsafe places in Mexico.
The most recent Mexico Peace Index ranked the city 17the the safest state in the country out of 32, ahead of popular states like Quintana Roo and Baja California Sur.
To help you stay safe and enjoy a positive experience in the city, simple actions such as being careful with your belongings, staying in tourist areas until you get your bearings and not using public transport alone at night can help .
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Nestled in the heart of the Riviera Maya’s stunningly beautiful and hugely popular coastline, Playa Del Carmen is a beach town that individual travelers have taken into their collective hearts.
From trendy beach clubs like Martina and Mamita’s to cool craft beer lounges like Chela de Playa and Colectivo Mexicano Cervecero, this city has tons of places where you can meet interesting and like-minded travelers.
Playa has a very international feel due to its popularity with travelers around the world and is subsequently welcoming and friendly to LGBTQ+ visitors.
For digital nomads based here who need a break from work, the sparkling seas offer fantastic diving and stand-up paddleboarding.
You can even take a dip in a freshwater cenote, such as the nearby Cenote Azul or Cenote Tula.
Playa is super easy to get to, with Cancun airport just a 45-minute drive away, and is also ideally located to visit nearby historic Mayan sites such as Chichen Itza and Tulum.
Best of all, you can stay in Mexican locations for up to 180 days without a visa if you are a US citizen.
Medellin, Colombia
Let’s face it: weather can have a huge impact on how much we as travelers love a destination.
This is probably one of the reasons why Medellín is popular in Colombia; it is known as the City of Eternal Spring due to its temperate and comfortable climate all year round.
The city has many lively and colorful festivals, such as the Feria de Las Flores (Flower Festival), which takes place from late July to early August and showcases the hundreds of species of orchids that are famous in the region.
Medellín’s neighborhoods are lined with cool cafes and trendy restaurants, but perhaps the hippest spot is Laureles.
This part of the city was recently voted the coolest neighborhood in the world for its chilled parks and cafes during the day and vibrant culture and nightlife after dark.
Medellín is generally safe. However, some crimes against tourists have been documented in recent months, but we have some tips to avoid becoming a statistic and enjoy your time in the city.
One thing that can help you get along better in Medellín and the two Mexican destinations mentioned above is learning a little Spanish. Not only will it make interactions flow more smoothly, but you will also understand more of what is being said around you.
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