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As we grow older, many of us are told which path to follow. Go to school, get good grades, graduate and then go back to school.
But where do our own personal dreams come into play? If someone told you that it would be possible to live freely with a laptop, a passport and a few pairs of clothes, you should at least weigh the option, right?
‘Work from home’ has taken the workforce by storm, much to the chagrin of narrow-minded bosses. This new trend has resulted in digital nomadism, where employees simply pack their bags with a laptop in tow and head to a fun destination of their choice.
For many, there is no better place than Mexico. It’s close, it’s cultural and it’s more affordable than staying in the United States.
We all know the main destinations, such as Mexico City for a taste of city life, or perhaps Cancun for the ultimate beach holiday.
Mexico has many more places perfect for digital nomads. There’s even a lesser-known beach city emerging on the digital nomad scene.
Throw your life away, boy
If you’ve been told to follow the path the previous generation set before you, digital nomadism may not be for you if you believe that philosophy.
Globally traveling remote workers are breaking new ground and setting new trends by finding great places to call home. The following is Mazatlan, Mexico.
As Edna Gutierrez, marketing director of the Tourist Board of Mazatlán, said: “Digital nomads want to ‘work to live’, as opposed to ‘live to work’.
More and more digital nomads, especially Americans, are finding their way to Mazatlan, a beautiful coastal city in the United States. state of Sinaloa.
Yes, That Sinaloa. This trigger word hasn’t stopped remote workers from coming here, and they absolutely love it.
In fact, locals reading this may squirm knowing their beloved, lesser-known treasure is being revealed to the public.
What makes Mazatlan special
Mexico is such a booming destination that it’s harder to find hidden gems. Oaxaca is a trendy place because of its cultural experiences and history, but that’s about it: it’s trendy and known now.
There are few places left with true authenticity that tourists can experience. Mazatlan may not be a household name like Cabo, so now is the perfect time to take advantage Real Mexico.
Digital nomads are certainly onto something here, but local experts feel like time is ticking. Like any great travel discovery, it can become overrun with tourists, changing the whole experience of what it is agreed up to now What’s.
Besides the beautiful natural landscape and beaches, the heart of Mazatlan is its hospitable people and authentic culture.
Why Mazatlan is a magnet for digital nomads
It’s a little too early to call Mazatlan a ‘digital nomad hub’, but it’s definitely on the radar. True ‘hubs’ such as the world-famous beach destinations Cancun and Playa del Carmen are seeing a large number of digital nomads.
However, many want new experiences and a lower cost of living. Mazatlan holds its own when it comes to scenic beaches, and some say it always feels like you’re on vacation here.
Places like this tend to be expensive, but Mazatlan is one of the most affordable destinations in Mexico for long-term stays.
Plus, the city center is super easy to get around with Uber and their version of a tuk tukwhich are essentially quirky golf cart taxis, if you will.
There are many great photo-worthy locations, like Lover’s Point and the hike to El Faro, to show you’re living the dream in paradise.
Perhaps the most important thing for digital nomads is knowing that you can get your work done. Otherwise, your paycheck could come to a standstill!
The city is equipped with extremely fast internet, including 5G speeds. In common tourist areas, such as downtown and the Malecon, visitors can expect download speeds of over 20% 500Mbps.
The good news is that you can complete your work tasks in a timely manner; the bad news is no more sneaking to the beach pretending the WiFi is bad.
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