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As digital nomads who travel the world, we’re always looking for destinations based on the cost of living, whether hard-earned dollars can go the furthest, and of course, based on how nice the weather is. especially this time of year.
For this reason, Europe (and much of the Northern Hemisphere) is immediately ruled out during the colder months: while it’s much cheaper to live in when it’s not peak season, the freezing temperatures can be a bit of a downer for most.
It also goes without saying that many digital nomads are young entrepreneurs whose small online businesses have yet to make huge profits, and believe us, while that may be the goal for some, we know that not everyone has the unlimited resources to build a luxurious lifestyle in Ibiza. or Dubai just recently.
Where does the sun still shine and can you save a lot of money with it? living on less than $1,000 a month while experiencing some culture?
Hoi An, Vietnam
Our first choice is Hoi An, a charming town in tropical Vietnam with a history dating back at least two millennia.
Over the centuries it was the center of a power struggle between Asian and European forces as a strategic port on the banks of the ‘Mother River’.
Hoi An has been influenced by different cultures over the centuries, and it is one of the few places in Southeast Asia where you can… colonial structures left by the Japanese, Chinese and French alike, including a 16th-century bridge pagoda and yellow-washed houses.
Besides delving into this hot melting pot, you’ll soon find that the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town is not only packed with ancient temples and picturesque corners, but also plenty of work-friendly cafes where you can sit in peace and work on your work. while enjoying a freshly squeezed fruit smoothie.
Hoi An is also one of the cheapest sunny destinations in the world it only costs $889 per month on average to live there, with delicious street food sold for the negligible price of less than a dollar, and rental through Airbnb varying from $146 to $169 per week.
Senggigi, Indonesia
Elsewhere in Southeast Asia, on the lesser-known island of Lombok, Bali’s ‘other sister’, the small coastal town of Senggigi is attracting a growing number of nomads with its attractive natural sights. still largely untouched by mass tourism and relaxed living.
The island of Lombok as a whole is becoming increasingly popular as a cheaper, more authentic alternative to Bali since the historic island became overrun by Westerners and millennial wellness seekers, but Senggigi especially steals the spotlight for its natural beauty:
The High Street is without a doubt the settlement’s liveliest spot, lined with tall palm trees interspersed with restaurants, local houses and shops, but a short scooter ride takes visitors to the beautiful white sand strip of Senggigi, between a protected reserve and waters. of the shiniest blue.
If you stay in Senggigi for a month, you should expect that live comfortably on $916 a monthmaking it over a thousand dollars cheaper to stay than in overdeveloped Bali, where the average monthly expenditure is easily $1,964.
Matara, Sri Lanka
The medium-sized city of Matara, located on an island off mainland India, has long been one a favorite with backpackers in South Asia for its stunning coastal scenery and awe-inspiring traditions, but it seems to have found its calling as a nomadic hotspot in recent years.
Nomads flock to Sri Lanka and to Matara, especially because of the affordable consumer prices, the simple way of life and of course the warm weather all year round, which rarely drops below 75.2.°F. In a way, it’s everything budget-conscious nomads can hope for:
It is safe, with lower crime levels compared to the Sri Lankan capital Colombo, the internet is fast (average 62 Mbps) and the air quality is considered ‘good’, a rare achievement for an underdeveloped Asian destination. Then there is the enormous cultural value of Matara:
Much of the colonial architecture, dating from periods of Portuguese and Dutch settlement, has been preserved, including a star-shaped fortress and an 18th-century Reformed church 18th century: culture, the ocean, friendly locals and a high level of security, all for less than $974 per month.
Luxor, Egypt
Luxor is an Egyptian city on the Nile River and is best known for its impressive concentration of historical sites, including the man-made wonder that is the Luxor Temple, an ancient complex built 3,423 years ago.
For that reason, it has been fascinated by Egyptolians and wide-eyed tourists for centuries, but lately it has been reinventing itself as a hub for digital nomads, with a more temperate climate compared to the scorching, arid Egyptian interior. better air quality than Cairoand crime levels within an acceptable range.
Luxor has a growing expat community, a clear indication that the country is friendly to foreigners, and although it is not yet as developed – poverty remains a widespread problem throughout Egypt – it offers Westerners, especially Americans who earn in dollars, greater purchasing power.
This is directly related to the depreciation of the local currency. Sure, bad news for the locals, but not something that nomads are generally upset about when they trade their powerful dollars for Egyptian pounds. According to estimates of Nomad list, digital nomads spend about $860 per month in Luxor.
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