Digital Nomad Stories

Have you ever dreamt of escaping the 9-5 grind, packing your bags and living life on your own terms? Let me introduce you to Maira, who did just that. Founder of The Wowness Club and a successful entrepreneur, Maira swapped the hustle of London for the holistic health and wellness opportunities in Tulum, Mexico.  In this episode, she shares her experiences and lessons learned, offering invaluable...

Ever wondered about the pros and cons of living out of a suitcase? Or how to find a sense of community while constantly on the move? Kelly walks us through her travel tales, which range from falling in love with Valencia, Spain, to watching a volcanic eruption in Antigua, Guatemala, margarita in hand.  Tune in to learn more about making yourself at home, no matter where you are in the world, and t...

Imagine being able to pack up your work and take it anywhere in the world. That's the life of our guest, Dorothy Ilson, co-founder of the Gig and a true digital nomad.  Dorothy's compelling journey from a regular 9 to 5 job to freelancing and then building her own agency is full of inspiring moments. She took the bold step to leave her comfortable job in 2017 and since then, she's n...

Imagine harnessing complete control over your focus while living a nomadic lifestyle. That's precisely what you'll learn in this engaging episode with focus coach, Timo Clasen.  We pull back the curtain on Timo's journey and his unique approach towards boosting productivity for digital nomads. We venture into the realms of digital organization, self-management, and the strategic use...

Ever thought about escaping the 9-5 grind? Get ready to be inspired by our guest, digital nomad Sharon Zaks! He's been living a life of exploration, working his own hours, and experiencing cultures around the globe for the past two years.  Transitioning from a traditional digital marketing job, it was networking and niching down that propelled Sharon into a successful freelancing career. He s...

Does the fear of change paralyze you? You'll find solace in Mike's candid account of overcoming fear and embracing action. He shares his unique strategy of making his vision of a coaching and retreat business a reality. Discover how he learned to juggle the ups and downs of a digital nomad's life and managed to stay financially afloat by keeping a few backup projects. You'll be...

Ever wondered how stress and pressure can lead to an eating disorder? This episode unearths this intricate relationship as our co-host, Kendra, candidly shares her personal battles with eating disorders and the unique challenges digital nomads face in this sphere. As a digital nomad herself, she uncovers the stress of fulfilling expectations and the overwhelm of various food choices in new locales...

Ever wondered what it's like to live and work on a stunning Portuguese island? Join me as I share my personal experience of spending two months on Madeira Island at the end of 2022. I dive into the island's weather, cost of living, and the two main places to stay for digital nomads: the vibrant city of Funchal and the more laid-back Ponta Do Sol. Tune in to discover valuable insights and...

Ever wondered how digital nomads balance work and play while traveling the world? Kendra sat down with Aly Nagel, a social media strategist and digital nomad, who recently returned from a trip to Costa Rica and has big plans for Central and South America next year.  Aly shares her experiences, from meeting other digital nomads at Selina, to the discipline needed to maintain a work-life balance on...

Do you struggle with staying fit and healthy while working remotely or traveling the world? Remote fitness coach Marlon Schadeck joins us this week to share his unique approach to helping clients build healthy habits, even when they're on the go.  Marlon shares a powerful yet simple habit that can make all the difference in your fitness journey: the "Sunday habit."  Don't miss...

Are you craving a life of freedom and exploration, but don't know where to start? Buckle up as we chat with Vic Halley, production manager for Mind Valley and founder of an artistic community in Tallinn, whose digital nomad lifestyle has taken him from Slovenia to India and beyond.  Vic shares his insights on finding the perfect balance between the chaos of travel and the order of routine, an...

Living the digital nomad lifestyle comes with its own unique blend of flexibility and structure, something Paul has truly embraced. We discuss the similarities and differences between nomadic life and a more traditional existence, as well as the challenges and rewards of building new connections with each move. Get ready to be inspired by Paul's experiences and learn how to make the most of y...

How to go from partying backpacker to digital nomad who makes money online? In this episode, Ambr shares all the ways she's made money online, and how she started her nomadic lifestyle through volunteering. She also updates us on her newest project: a clean and sober wellness coliving in Medellin, Colombia. Mentioned in this episode: Feeling At Home Wherever You Are - Kendra's Experience...

4 years ago, Ben graduated college and started traveling without a remote job. He kept applying to jobs until he eventually found the remote job that really kicked off his digital nomad life.  After a while, Ben noticed that staying in touch with nomadic friends was really difficult. So he decided to build an app to solve that problem, Nomadago. Something cool in this ep: Ben had to balance workin...

Bianca is a podcaster, author, blogger, and marketer. On her blog, she shares tips on how travelers can have a positive impact on the places they visit, both from an environmental perspective and also from a social perspective. In this episode, she shares her own story, how she became a digital nomad 5 years ago, what she has learned on the road, and how we can travel sustainably. Connect with Bia...

Let's talk about one of the challenges we as digital nomads face regularly; feeling at home on the road. In this episode, Kendra shares her experience living at Selina as a Community Resident and how she makes sure she feels at home in her next nomad bases. Connect with Kendra: @selflove_journey_ on instagram On her website Leave a review or voice message at digitalnomadstories.co

Colton Chorpenning is a part time digital nomad, author, and Senior Interactive Producer at Google. In this episode, we talk about the framework Colton developed with his dad to help everyone who thinks "What the F is next?"; travel; digital nomad life; and his work at Google. Connect with Colton: Get his book at  thefisnext.com On LinkedIn Connect with Anne: Leave a review or voice mess...

Luca has been a digital nomad for 2 years. He has a home base in Italy, and his last trip was a 10 months stay in Latin America, where he lived in Costa Rica, Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Colombia, and Honduras. Listen to this ep to find out what he liked about the countries he traveled to. While traveling, Luca got aware of the huge pollution, and all the trash at the nice beaches... These experience...

Derrick Morgan is a left his job at a law firm to become a freelance attorney and travel the world as a digital nomad. In this episode, I asked him how he got started, what he learned since starting his freelance journey, and how he balances traveling and working at the same time. Connect with Derrick: Check out Derrick's Fiverr profile morganbusinesssolutions.com @donedealderrick on instagra...

Traveling and eating out every day does not always make you feel your healthiest, I experienced that firsthand. So I asked nomadic Health & Nutrition Coach Veronika to share her secrets with us. And the best thing about Veronika's tips is that they're easy and flexible - so you really don't want to miss these! Connect with Veronika: @seekingvie on instagram seekingvie.com Get a...

The only way a nomadic lifestyle can be sustainable is if your income allows you to travel.  In this week's episode, I asked the Yarbros about their income streams, how they transitioned from teaching to running their own business, and how they manage to travel while building brand new businesses. Connect with Apryl & Rondel: The Yarbros on Youtube @nomadic.wander on instagram Schedule a...

Have you been thinking about moving abroad as an expat or digital nomad, but something is holding you back? There is NEVER a perfect time, sometimes you just have to make it work. In this episode, Jennifer tells her story of moving from the United States to China, and finally getting recognized as an Italian citizen. She now lives in beautiful Sicily for the next chapter of her life.  Connect with...

Moving to China, adjusting to a completely different culture and learning the Chinese language sounds like a huge task to me. Aladin Farré did not just that, he even started his own company in Beijing. In this episode, he shares his remote work story and we talk about the question: is China a destination to consider on your digital nomad journey? + will digital nomadism in China become common in t...

Do you want to work remotely but not sure how to bring this up with your boss? Shaina was the first in her company to work remotely and travel the world. In this episode, she gives her best advice on how to start the conversation and get a positive outcome.  She also shares more about how she used timezones and locations to her advantage instead of seeing it as a problem & a brand new way to s...

Establishing a healthy routine IS possible while travelling and as a digital nomad with different environments. It is all about creating habits and having some knowledge about food and movement. In this episode, Avery Leigh will share her experience as a nomadic health coach. She gives a ton of tips for a healthy nomad life, and also shares how and why she became a digital nomad. Connect with Aver...