We have prepared one list of the coolest catch-ups, camps and conferences all over the world where you can meet like-minded people. It’s time to make yours for your future WORK & TRAVEL plans.
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Nomad Island Fest is an annual event that connects fellow entrepreneurs and boosts their business ideas through expert talks and workshops. The program is packed with activities, including training, organized trips and even parties. Should you dedicate yourself to your business? Don’t worry, you’ll also have time to work and relax together afterwards.
Location: Madeira, Portugal
Dates: December 5 – 11, 2024
Price: €1,839 (including accommodation and half board)
Eatinerant retreat is a unique workation where food plays a central role. Enjoy authentic dishes, take part in practical cooking sessions and combine this with coworking and wellness activities. Depending on the cuisine you like, you can choose from different destinations:
Koh Samu, Thailand
Dates: December 6 – 14, 2024
Price: €1,190
Hoi An, Vietnam
Dates: January 17 – 25, 2025
Price: €990
Italy
Dates: March 2025
Price: tba
DNA Beach Meets in Koh Phangan is a five-day informal conference designed for 45 entrepreneurs and digital nomads to connect, inspire each other and grow. If 5 days aren’t enough, extend your experience with flexible coliving and coworking passes available for one-day or one-month stays, provided by DNA.
Location: Koh Phangan, Thailand
Dates: December 17 – 21, 2024
Price: $495 (accommodation not included)
Nomad Summit is a dynamic conference built for tech enthusiasts, indie hackers, digital nomads and creative visionaries. It takes place in the capital of digital nomads – Chiang Mai – followed by Nomad Week with side events and endless opportunities to grow your network.
Nomads in Wonderlands offers working retreats in epic destinations. Currently, two events are planned: a 10-day experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, and a month-long adventure in Antalya. Both retreats combine focused time for deep work, career and self-development, as well as relaxation.
Angkor nomad wonderland
Location: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Dates: February 1 – 10, 2025
Price: €365 (including accommodation)
Nomadic Wonderland
Location: Antalya, Turkey
Dates: March 29 – April 26, 2025
Price: €465 (no accommodation)
NOMAD CRUISE
Nomad cruise has been organizing events for digital nomads for over ten years. The concept is simple: you travel on a cruise ship while the program allows you to work, meet a diverse community of remote workers from around the world, and explore new destinations.
In the coming months you can take the following trips, each offering a unique experience:
Location: Ushuaia – South Shetland – Antarctica – Ushuaia
Date: February 1 – 11, 2025
(Use: “bcnnomads” to get a 100 euro discount.)
Is your schedule a little too tight for multi-day events? The organizers of the Digital Nomad Summit thought about this and came up with a conference tailored to the lifestyle of digital nomads – completely remote. Plus, it’s free (at least for now). Connect to any workshop and talk wherever you want. There can’t possibly be more flexibility than that.
Location: online
Date: February 10 – 16, 2025
Price: Free
Nomad Week brings together more than 300 remote workers in Cape Town, an emerging hotspot for digital nomads. The program is packed with keynotes, unconferences and workshops, as well as exciting outdoor activities, such as climbing Table Mountain and safari drives.
Digital nomad retreats rarely take place in Brazil, making Nomad World in Rio de Janeiro truly unique. And with more than 500 participants it will also be the largest. You delve into topics such as AI, marketing and innovation. Furthermore, the event will take place in both English and Portuguese, so everyone can get the most out of it.
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Dates: March 16 – 23, 2025
Price: €59 (without accommodation and food)
This is a 200-hour training program designed for those who want to become certified yoga teachers without sacrificing their career and nomadic lifestyle. It combines yoga classes, meditation and free time to work, and only 12 participants are allowed for maximum attention and comfort.
Location: Colombia
Dates: April 21 – May 30, 2025
Price: from €3,999
Kaya Connections Retreat is organized by local experts and therefore offers a very authentic experience. You can look forward to island hopping adventures, cultural excursions, social encounters with a thriving community and inspiring masterminds. There will also be a dedicated coworking space so you can stay productive while enjoying Siargao.
Location: Siargao Island, Philippines
Dates: April 6 – May 3, 2025
Price: $1,399 (including accommodation)
Bansko has established itself as one of the largest digital nomad hubs in Europe. And that’s not all. A week-long festival is held every year to celebrate the independent lifestyle. You can look forward to lectures, workshops, mindfulness, sports and other outdoor activities. All that in a beautiful Bulgarian village.
You can expand your skills and network even if you’re short on time (and traveling through Europe next summer). This four-day conference will take place in picturesque rural Ireland and will cover topics such as the future of remote working, sustainable projects and community development. You’ll also get the chance to explore Donegal and socialize as the Irish do. The best part? It is at a pocket-friendly price.
Location: Donegal, Ireland
Dates: September 3 – 7, 2025
Price: €77 (conference special)
Nomads in Paradise is an annual event for anyone interested in digital nomads. It offers networking sessions, coworking, keynotes, yoga and other wellness activities. As usual in Siargao – one of the best surfing spots in the world – there will also be a group surfing lesson.
Location: Siargao, Philippines
Dates: September 14 – 21, 2025
Price: €100 (super early bird)
Athens Nomad Fest may be a short event, but it is an excellent place to network and make new collaborations and friends. The backdrop of ancient Athens adds to the tension. Moreover, you will have the chance to enjoy local cuisine during organized dinners and enjoy a spectacular closing party.
