Tired of travel headaches? Jeff and Marisa spill the beans on insider tips that every digital nomad needs to know. Think you’ve mastered the art of travel? Think again! We dive into: 👉 3 a.m. meeting disaster you need to avoid—and the one hack that makes it a non-issue. 👉 Stuck in a middle seat? Learn the psycho middle seat trick to score an entire row for yourself. 👉 How to unlock secret travel perks like first-class experiences on an economy budget. 👉 The truth about airport currency...

In this episode Jeff and Marisa dive into the pros and cons of living and working remotely across all seven continents. From the thriving nomad hubs in Southeast Asia to the allure of Africa’s stunning landscapes, they break down each region's unique offerings, challenges, and digital nomad potential. With insights on cost, time zones, cultural highlights, and safety, Jeff and Marisa share personal stories and tips to help you decide where to start your digital nomad journey or where to...

In this episode Jeff and Marisa dive deep into the concept of success beyond traditional metrics. Jeff and Marisa explore redefining success from the perspectives of time freedom, lifestyle choices, and personal fulfillment. They discuss the challenges and rewards of moving beyond high-paying jobs in corporate America to embrace a digital nomad lifestyle, balancing income with the freedom to explore the world and prioritize health and happiness. You will hear personal stories about...

In this episode of the Digital Nomad Experts podcast, we’re excited to be joined by Eric and Marissa, longtime listeners and seasoned digital nomads, who have been traveling the world full-time with their four children. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to live a nomadic lifestyle with a family, this is the episode for you! Eric and Marissa share their journey from life in Ohio to adopting two of their children, adjusting to homeschooling, and embracing a digital nomad lifestyle...

Join Jeff and Marisa in this episode as they tackle rapid-fire questions from their listeners. From unexpected health challenges as a nomad to how to stay connected with loved ones back home, they share personal experiences and insights into navigating the highs and lows of the nomadic lifestyle. Whether you're curious about balancing adventure with work, finding reliable Wi-Fi, or handling time zones with clients, this episode is packed with practical tips and real-life stories....

Join us in this episode as we finally tell the story of how the three of us—Marissa, Jeff, and Diego—met as digital nomads. We’ve hinted at it before, but this time we’re sharing the full journey of how our paths crossed in some unexpected places and ways. Not only will you get a behind-the-scenes look at how our friendship and partnership developed, but you’ll also gain insights into how digital nomads meet others on their travels. From nomad cruises and WhatsApp groups to accidental...

The concept of "remote work" is not a new idea by any means - people have been working remote for decades. There was never any controversy over this small group of people working from home "telecommuting." It's just been over the past ten years when both technology and the pandemic thrust tens of millions of people into an entirely new work environment with no nearly zero guardrails. Companies had no idea how to structure their policies around an entirely remote workforce, so they winged...

Job boards give you the illusion that there are more job opportunities than actually exist. If you hop on LinkedIn or a remote job board you'll find hundreds and sometimes thousands of job listings depending on the role you're looking for. The problem is that about 50% of them are "ghost listings", meaning the role isn't real. And of the job listings that are real, each posting will get hundreds of applicants. With so many candidates applying for so few actual positions, how do you...

Imagine flying first class for 13 hours in your very own cabin, with a lie-flat bed, shower, and an onboard chef who brings you delicious food whenever you want...all for less than $20. Elliot Rosenberg has mastered "travel hacking", a strategy for getting deals on flights and accommodations at a fraction of their cost. There is a small world of people who understand travel hacking, and are able to travel in luxury everywhere they go in the world. In this episode, Elliot explains 1....

Dev Chandra is a rare digital nomad who created a job for himself that would give him the freedom to travel the world. Instead of a finding a job with a fully remote company like most, he quite literally sculpted the life he wanted. He definitely did things the hard way, but it's resulted in Dev being able to take on amazing adventures as a digital nomad. He started his journey by living in several cities in Mexico. Since then he has traveled the world, living in South America, Asia, and...

What does the future of remote work look like? The Beach Commute team nows has fresh data that clearly explains the direction things are moving for employees.  Will companies pull employees back into the office for good? Will we see employees push for fully remote work freedom? Will companies compromise with hybrid structures?  What about employee perks? Why are companies starting to offer free laptops, health & wellness stipends, 4 day work weeks, and paid sabbaticals?  The Beach...

Is the digital nomad lifestyle sustainable for the planet, indigenous cultures, and nomads themselves? Some people accuse digital nomads and the lifestyle they bring with them of gentrifying impacted nomad hubs, raising the local cost of living, pushing out local businesses, and being culturally insensitive. But is it justified? What are the facts? What can digital nomads do to minimize their global footprint? In this episode Jeff and Marisa use data and personal experiences to help...

There is a growing list of digital nomad hotspots all around the world! But, when you're traveling as a digital nomad, sometimes you want to venture off the beaten path and explore some less-commonly traveled places. In some cases for better, and in other cases for worse. In this episode, Jeff and Marisa talk about six destinations that they lived for a significant amount of time as digital nomads. They review the highs and lows of each destination and rate them on how well they may...

Most people who become digital nomads are looking for more from life. Whether it's seeking more freedom in life in their lives, cultural experiences, adventure, community, or checking new locations off their bucket list, everyone became a digital nomad with some sort of goal. Usually, "becoming happier" in life isn't a primary goal. But, it tends to be a surprising byproduct. There was a statistic published that stated within one year of moving to a different location your happiness can...

LinkedIn looks like an absolute gold mine for finding remote jobs, no? A quick search will generate up to thousands of job listing opportunities. But are these jobs REAL? Are they actually FULLY REMOTE? Do they have a RETURN TO OFFICE policy? In this episode Jeff and Marisa walk you through a live attempt to find a legitimate remote job on LinkedIn. You will learn: How to search for jobs on LinkedIn. Specific language to look for in a listing. How to scrutinize careers...

In this episode Jeff & Marisa picked out 3 awesome companies directly from Beach Commute's Anywhere Atlas database of 300+ organizations that let their employees work from anywhere in the world. Jeff introduces Automattic, Bejamas, and Outseta, highlighting their unique cultures, flexible work environments, and innovative approaches to remote employment. The episode aims to inspire listeners with real-life examples of remote-friendly companies and provides insights on the perks,...

Listeners constantly write into Beach Commute with the question, "Are there specific organizational characteristics that make them more likely to hire digital nomads?" While there is no perfect model for a company that allows its employees to work from anywhere, there are some specific traits that make them more likely to be digital nomad-friendly. Jeff and Marisa discuss 5 specific traits within organizations that you should look for. The size of the company: While not an absolute...

Rosie Bell is an amazing example of someone who felt trapped working in an office every day, but had the courage to take a leap of faith and realize her dream of travel and location independence. Rosie is now a freelance writer and location independence mentor & author of Escape to Self. Rosie has been featured on Forbes, National Geographic, Huffington Post and many others. Rosie started her journey working in an office at a soul crushing advertising agency in the early 2010s. She...

Natalie Thomas is a mindfulness coach and digital nomad with a deep interest in how geography and astrology are interrelated. Like most digital nomads, Natalie started her career in a typical corporate job and "followed the signs" that led her to a life of travel. In this episode Natalie talks about how she was able to shift her career path in a way that supported her dreams of travel. She also discusses astrocartography (travel astrology) and how it influences her understanding of...

One thing that you never get from your standard two week travel vacation is a truly cultural experience. Typically you get stuck in the tourist loops - expensive hotels, overpriced restaurants, crowded attractions, and lots and lots of other vacationers. When you live life as a digital nomad you tend to get way outside the tourist bubble. In this episode Jeff and Marisa discuss 15 awesome events around the world that you can plan digital nomad trips around as anchor points. These events...

Beach Commute has launched a database of 300+ fully-remote companies that let you work from anywhere! This is the result of 3+ years of filtering through tens of thousands of companies from remote job boards, LinkedIn, and Beach Commute's personal and professional networks. Only about 1% of remote job listings you find on job boards ACTUALLY let you work from anywhere. Most companies come with a catch: Geographical location restrictions, hybrid requirements, or quarterly meetups. Not...

Most people assume that they can get a remote job by directly applying to job listings they find on job boards.  It’s VERY rare that people actually get jobs this way. The majority of the time these job applications get lost in the abyss of hundreds of applications.  As a matter of fact, if your application DOES get looked at, the average amount of time a recruiter will spend on it is 6 seconds. 6 seconds is all you get! You need to completely reframe the way you think about getting a job...

Most people assume that being a digital nomad will cost similar to what they spend on a typical vacation. That CAN be the case, but typically it's not. Counterintuitively, most digital nomads spend LESS money when they are traveling than when they were stationary. In this episode Jeff and Marisa walk you through 7 surprising ways that they and other digital nomads manage to save more money while traveling than while being stationary. Make sure you get on the email list to get access...

This is a listener requested episode! The dating world for digital nomads is very, very different than that of a "normal" life living in one location. In some ways it's better, and in other ways it can be more logistically challenging. Jeff and Marisa both have experience dating as digital nomads, and have hundreds of friends/acquaintances who have dated as digital nomads. In this episode, they explore: Do you need to wait to have a significant other before starting to travel? ...