As the world becomes more globalized, many people are beginning to see the benefits of living in different countries. One of the ways people are benefiting from this is by becoming digital nomads — people who travel from country to country while working.

United States – January 1, 2023 —

The first image that springs to mind when people think of a digital nomad is a young, wealthy millennial lounging on a tropical beach, working from his laptop. The truth is that digital nomads come from all walks of life and are of all ages. Parents, retirees and everyone in between can benefit from their lifestyle.

Digital nomadism has been one of the new buzzwords on the Internet for several years. As the term becomes more popular, it is accompanied by a growing collection of myths. Many things need to be clarified, what it means to be a digital nomad and how someone can make this lifestyle work for them. To demystify some of these common myths, I’ll explain what I think are the key ways in which most digital nomads are similar and different from regular employees. The conclusions are based on what I’ve seen while living as a “digital nomad” in many different countries around the world.

Digital nomadism, a term that has gained popularity in mainstream media over the past year, is a way of life that allows people to travel over the internet and work remotely, usually on projects related to their industry. A digital nomad can range from a startup CEO to an online author or blogger. While there are many perks to being a digital nomad, its lifestyle and jobs are often misunderstood by those who embrace more traditional notions of homeownership and employment.

The digital nomad lifestyle is about having more choices; it means being able to live anywhere, do what you love, and be free from the usual constraints of a full-time job. It’s about working for yourself…