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If you’re planning a business trip to Latin America starting next year, but you’re not exactly excited about the finished Mexico City, Buenos Aires, Medellin and the like, you might be wondering where exactly to go. already oversaturated with digital nomads.
You know how it goes: as soon as the nomads come in, prices start to rise considerable in response.
That was the case in Lisbon, Portugal and the (former) budget-friendly hotspot Tbilisi, Georgia, and as the number of nomads increases, the phenomenon will definitely arrive soon in all your favorite Latin American destinations.
Coincidentally, there are a number of alternatives that have yet to be discovered but are becoming increasingly popular lately, so you better get to them quickly before everyone else does:
San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
A cool coastal town in southwestern Nicaragua, surrounded by beautiful beaches on the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by lush jungles.
San Juan del Sur is one rising rapidly destination Nomad lista popular thermometer for measuring the popularity of individual destinations among remote workers.
It is especially popular for surfing and sunbathing, with Maderas Beach offering high waves, while Marsella Beach endless miles of soft, undisturbed sandand weather-wise it is always a pleasant average of 82.4°F outside.
Nomads also love San Juan for its no-nonsense environment, its ‘fun’ fun, with plenty of beach bars and youth hostels contributing to a thriving social scene, and affordable prices: according Nomad listit only costs $1,505 a month to live.
Looking for the best digital nomad cafe in town? Try brunch Ding Repair Café: their avocado toast and coffee is all the boost you need every morning the staff is friendly, and you’re sure to meet like-minded people hanging out.
Cuenca, Ecuador
This one is for the history buffs at the slightest sight of legendary buildings that have remained virtually unchanged over the centuries. lively city markets with unique flavors and aromas, and ancient ruins that even predate Columbus: welcome to Cuenca!
It is one of Ecuador’s most beautiful cities, located in the southern half of the country at the foothills of the Andes, and is best known for its intact colonial-era Old Town, dotted with historic monuments and casual eateries serving traditional dishes serve .
Whether it is to cherish the glory of a 16th century Cathedral Viejaexploring a beautiful Park Calderonor tasting local variations on ceviche Mercado 10 de Agostothis one is for the well-read nomads who love a bit of cultural immersion themselves.
With all this varied tourist offering and an endless list of attractions, you could easily spend an entire month exploring Cuenca in depth and still not see everything it has to offer. Luckily for you, it’s one of those affordable cultural outings that hold you back only $1,722 per month average.
La Paz, Bolivia
La Paz, one of Bolivia’s two capitals, is the highest administrative center in the world, located atop the Andean Altiplano plateau, over 3,500 meters above sea level. It will take you some time to acclimatize, but once you do, you will never want to leave:
Apart from the beautiful nature a short drive from the city itself, it is a vibrant metropolis with many possibilities miraclesflea markets, colonial masterpieces and colorful neighborhoodsand a country we wouldn’t leave anytime soon as digital nomads.
Thanks to its great choice of coworking centers, with Cowork Sopocachi and Nexo Cowork to name a few, fantastic street food for under $2, and total monthly fees totaling a whopping $1,353, it’s a work hub that stands to happen.
Oh, and we know the Witches Market is probably high on your list to visit, and it should be, given the variety of crafts and quirky souvenir stalls, but don’t forget to stop by Mercado Lanza too, especially if you’re looking for cheap food.
Curitiba, Brazil
Forget a crowded, increasingly dangerous Rio! Curitiba is an equally incredible alternative where safety levels are higher (as is the quality of life), and you don’t need 15 Brazilian reais for some coconut water.
Granted, it doesn’t have the glitz and glamor of Copacabana, but it does have the elegant skyline features some of the most prominent architectural wonders of ancient Brazil, including an ornate Art Nouveau-inspired one Paco da Liberdade and the iconic glass conservatory of the French-inspired Botanical Gardens.
In addition to the beautiful cityscape, so is Curitiba one of the safest state capitals in Brazil, with lower than average crime rates for its own country, as verified by Numberbeo: It doesn’t necessarily mean it’s ultra-safe, but by Brazilian standards it’s as safe as it can get.
Most importantly for the budget-conscious nomad, life here is cheap even by Brazilian standards, with remote workers spending an average of $1,251 per month. It is no wonder that it is now the fifth highest destination in terms of tourism. Nomad list‘S Latin America Ranking.
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