Category Archives: Travel

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Growing digital nomad population signals new frontier for travel

For the longest time, there has been the widespread, and frankly incorrect, notion that travel was something that the clear majority of people could only afford in between working. For decades, people have been playing this insane but understandable game of ping pong, bouncing between working to go on holiday, and going on holiday to escape work. For a long time, many people genuinely believed that this was their only option if they wanted to travel. However, in recent years all that is changing. That misconception is being blown apart, as more and more individuals join the ever-expanding global remote workforce.

The allure of travelling never dies

Travelling is something that we all (well, most of us, anyway) love to do. There is something undeniably exhilarating about getting on a plane, or a train, or a bus, or even into a car or onto a bike, and taking off to explore the big, wide world. That sense of pure exhilaration is only intensified when you arrive in your destination, surrounded by a whole new experience, and excited to take it all in. The best part about travelling is that it awakens the adventurous wild one in us, and it makes us want to work harder so that we can have more of it. We want it all, and travelling reminds us of why we want it all so badly.

The rise of a workforce that allows the best of both worlds

Gone are the days where people had to work for their vacations, and take time off work to enjoy said vacations. While there is nothing wrong with that, this is no longer the only option – and it is quickly becoming the less popular option, at that. Remote work allows you to travel the world and work simultaneously, successfully bridging the gap and quite literally having it all, without having to sacrifice one for the other in an ongoing see-saw activity spiral. Working remotely gives you direct control over how you work and where you work, and all you need is a reliable device, your device charger, a back-up system, and a steady internet connection.

Remote work is the future workforce for the adventurous

If there is one thing that remote work has taught the world thus far, it is that this is without a doubt the future workforce for the adventurous at heart. Sure, remote work technically is branching out to become exactly that right now, but the iteration has not yet come full circle. Soon enough, the remote workforce will welcome career-driven individuals from all different backgrounds, with all different qualifications and skill sets, and all different professional goals. Whether you want to be the owner of a walking tours agency, travelling the world to expand your brand and your business model, or a writer that works for themselves, anywhere in the world, or any other manner of career pathways, the remote workforce is for you.

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Using Tech to Travel Smarter

Technology has been changing every industry—including the travel industry. There are tons of ways to use technology to your advantage when looking to make your travel plans seamless, more fun and organized. Here are some tips to traveling smarter with technology: 

Use Online Hotel and Apartment Booking  

When traveling, you can book hotels online in advance. You can read reviews and look into the amenities that hotels have to offer. Google maps allows you to look at the location. This way, you can plan your hotel in proximity to your travel activities.

There also is a chance to use sites like Airbnb to book your room for cheaper. This is a great option if you are staying with a big group and want to book a house where you can all stay. Airbnbs also can be cheaper if you are traveling solo. You can book a private room in a house. There are tons of ways to plan ahead and get exactly what you want when looking at your stay.

Take Advantage of Airline Websites and Their Useful Travel Resources  

There are tons of airlines that have frequent flyer programs with no cost to sign up. If you travel a lot, look into some of the best airlines to sign up with. This will help you decide which airline to fly with. These sites also offer online flight check-ins and boarding passes you can download on your phone. Using these resources on your phone or laptop will keep you from losing track of your travel documents.

Read Up on Travel Blogs Before Embarking on Your Trip

Check out a frequent flyer blog before your trip to make the most out of the money you are dropping on travel. There are tips from some pros on how to save money through your travels. Bloggers go crazy about travel and can help you when planning your trip and deciding where to go as well. Start by checking out your favorite blog’s travels sections. You also can resort to a simple Google search to find some top-ranking travel blogs. Take advantage of the information that is out there. 

Pack All Your Technology Essentials for Entertainment Purposes

Kindle offers the ability to read without the hassle of packing a million heavy books. Bring a Kindle and download some books to read in the airport and lounging on the beach. Reading is a great travel activity that helps you wind down.

Also, invest in some nice bluetooth headphones. This will keep your cords from getting tangled up while on the trip. Music makes a great background noise when traveling. Noise cancelling headphones also can help if you need to sleep in the car or on the airplane.

Technology can make your travel experience a million times easier. Take advantage of these resources out there on your next big trip. You can’t go wrong by being smart and reducing the amount of hassle—traveling is stressful enough without technology.