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As temperatures drop in the Northern Hemisphere and parts of the United States and Europe prepare for freezing weather, it’s no wonder people are eager to escape to a land of eternal summerespecially if they are digital nomads:
Lounging on a sandy beach under an umbrella while enjoying a tropical drink, part relaxing, part catching up on work, with the gentle sound of crashing waves in the distance, seems to be the end goal of every remote worker…
Not being cooped up at home in their suburban home or big city apartment while it rains outside.
Romantic for some, a literal prison for others: well, thanks to new research published by Printdepicted on Startups UK, you don’t have to look any further if it’s an escape from the winter blues you desperately crave.
Here are 5 of the (literally) hottest destinations for digital nomads right now:
Jakarta, Indonesia
Indonesia may be the most sought after for its paradisiacal Bali, but its capital Jakarta should not be so quickly pushed aside: on the contrary, it is a vast metropolis best known for its diverse architecture and fast-paced city life.
Culturally, it is a mix of indigenous Asian, Arabic and European influences, with a Dutch-built old town, a vibrant Chinatown (Glodok) and ornate mosques defining the cityscape, and as it pertains to nomads, its affordability and sultry temporary workers are the main attraction.
As the study shows, average temperatures from November through March are 70°F (23°C) and the cost of living is $608 per month: you can eat for just $3, get a monthly gym pass for $29, and rent a 1-bedroom room . apartment in a residential area for about $265 (Numbeo).
Manila, Philippines
In the Philippines, Manila is the fourth most popular destination this winter, distinguished by its skyscraper-studded business districts and Spanish-colonial Old Manila, a walled historic center full of baroque churches and European-style forts.
Other than the unique character, with an architectural style that is much more common in Latin AmericaManila is on its way to becoming a ‘workcation’ hub, thanks to offering a comfortable lifestyle to dollar-earning nomads:
According to the study, you’ll get back $615 a month if you live in Manila, thanks to cheap food prices ($5 for a meal at a local restaurant) and cheap rent (from $235) – oh, and if you’re wondering Wondering what to pack, it’s 80°F outside.
Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam’s cultural and administrative capital, Hanoi, is an unlikely combination of colonial-era French buildings, Buddhist pagodas and Chinese temples, and communist-style brutalist monuments.
With bustling streets full of food stalls, merchant shops and charming cafes Serving world-famous Vietnamese coffee and catering to an international clientele, it’s no surprise that Hanoi will be one of the top 3 cities for nomads in 2025.
Finally, as Startups UK notes, Hanoi is also not as uncomfortably hot and humid as its South East Asian counterparts, with an average temperature of 26°C, not to mention its low price, with the cost of living per month being around amounts to $624.
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Yet another Southeast Asian capital, Phnom Penh is the heart and soul of Cambodia, located at the intersection of two historic rivers, the Mekong and Tonlé Sap, with a walkable riverfront interspersed with lush parks, traditional eateries and stately monuments.
Two of Cambodia’s most visited tourist attractions are located on Phnom Penh’s riverwalk, namely the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, and not far from the fast-flowing watercourse is the colonial art deco Central Market. great for street food.
With 81 degrees in winter and a cost of living of less than $770 a month, it’s one of the world’s new trendiest nomad hotspots, and it probably helps that it’s easy to get a visa to spend 30 days in Cambodia. stay if you’re an American: it’s entirely online, and it costs $30.
Bangkok, Thailand
It’s a recurring theme at the moment that Bangkok, Thailand tops every digital nomad list we’ve published: in terms of both affordability and pleasant temperatures between November and March, this would be no exception.
The most popular destination for remote work worldwide, as seen on NomadsBangkok ticks all the boxes, from the vibrant nightlife to the multicultural scene and then the culture, with beautiful stupas and royal palaces and general budget-friendliness.
Printful notes that the average high temperature is 87.8, with minimal rainfall as this is not a monsoon season, and if you are on a budget you can easily call Bangkok your home while living a comfortable life with an income of $876 per month.
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