Cost of Living in Uluwatu, Bali — Digital Nomad Guide
A real-life monthly budget for two people living in Uluwatu, Bali, sharing the real cost of our rent, dining, transport, visa, wellness and more. Honest figures, no fluff.
Why The FIRE Movement Wasn’t Right For Us
Your FIRE number is not wrong — it is just not the only path. Here is how we built an alternative that let us start living in Southeast Asia now, without waiting a decade to begin.
Slow Travel: Why Staying Longer Changes Everything
Between backpacking and all-inclusives lies a quieter way to travel — staying longer, moving slower, and actually getting to know a place. Here's why it works.
Living in Labuan Bajo: What Life Beyond the Tourist Trail Really Looks Like
What's it actually like to live in Labuan Bajo? An American entrepreneur shares the real rhythms, costs, and culture of long-term life next to Komodo National Park.
Cost of Living in Hội An, Vietnam — Digital Nomad Guide
Hội An kept us for two and a half months — and we're already planning to go back. At just over $2,000/month for two people, here's exactly what we spent and what it got us.
The Freedom Series: Giorgia Vicedomini on Building a Life Without Limits
Giorgia Vicedomini is building a life of freedom and independence—one decision, one risk, one step at a time. Here’s what that really looks like.
Holafly eSIM Review: Does It Actually Work in Indonesia? (Updated for 2026)
Tried and tested in Indonesia: Holafly's unlimited data, hotspot performance, and whether it holds up when the power goes out. Honest verdict from a remote worker who relies on it daily.
Where to Stay in Phuket: HOMA for Digital Nomads
Looking for long-stay digital nomad accommodation in Phuket? Read our honest review of HOMA Phuket Town, including facilities, pros and cons, nearby highlights, and tips for remote workers.
Money and Meaning: The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Budgeting
A gentle, low-effort approach to budgeting that helps you understand your spending, align it with what makes you happy, and create more joy with your money.
Saily eSIM Review 2026: Is It Worth It for Southeast Asia?
Thinking about using an eSIM on an upcoming trip? Here’s what it’s like using the Saily eSIM and everything you need to know.
The Freedom Series: Smita Bhattacharya on Living Now, Not Later
Smita Bhattacharya shares how she redefined success, choosing a slower, more intentional life through travel, writing, and freedom.
The Freedom Series: Johanna on Returning to Herself on the Shores of Cebu
Johanna left city life behind to return to the ancestral shores of Cebu. What she found was quiet, slowness, and a deeper sense of home.
From Burnout to Balance: Rethinking the Digital Nomad Lifestyle
Discover the hidden challenges of the digital nomad lifestyle and why slowing down, setting boundaries, and creating a base can make long-term travel more sustainable and fulfilling.
Best Destinations to Spend a Month in Asia
Discover the best places to spend a month in Asia — from beaches and rainforests to cultural hubs — handpicked by travellers who’ve lived them.
The Freedom Series: James Fahey on Working for Himself and Wandering Asia
James Fahey shares how he built a life of freedom—working online and travelling through Asia—one honest decision at a time.
Cost of Living in Bangkok, Thailand
Wondering how much it costs to live in Bangkok? Here's a full breakdown of our monthly expenses as digital nomads, from rent to street food and transport.
Where to Stay in Kuala Lumpur: Honest Review of Continew Residensi for Digital Nomads
Looking for digital nomad accommodation in Kuala Lumpur? Read our honest review of Continew Residensi in Pudu, including pros, cons, and what it’s really like to live and work there.
Reflections — Three Years Of Being A Digital Nomad
We’ve now been digital nomads for three years. This year we spread our wings further and invested more. Here’s what we loved, learnt and wouldn’t do again from the last year.
Cost of Living in Malacca, Malaysia
Discover the cost of living in Malacca, Malaysia for digital nomads! Our detailed breakdown covers rent, food, transport, and more for two people. See if Malacca fits your Southeast Asia budget.
Siem Reap, Cambodia Reflections
Here are some of my thoughts of my first impression of Siem Reap, Cambodia. What we loved, what wasn’t so great and always the big questions: would we return?