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SPRING 2023! Top 5 Digital Nomad Destinations In 2023
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The digital nomad community has grown exponentially in the past few years, and many countries and cities have embraced the concept – creating a healthy scene for digital nomads to thrive in.
But with so many cities opening their communities to digital nomads, it can be difficult to decide where to go next.
Here are our Top 5 Digital Nomad Locations to consider during Spring 2023:
#5 - Mexico
Mexico is a great destination for the digital nomad community, since living expenses of the country are low. Paired with the tropical scenery and friendly locals, the country is a favorite travel destination.
Mexico also offers a stay of up to 180 days, sans visa to over 70 countries, and you can also apply for a temporary resident visa if you wish to stay longer. You will feel right at home here, as there are coworking spaces available across the country for the digital nomad community.
Here are the top 3 cities to look at:
Mexico City for Digital Nomads
Mexico City is ranked 3rd on Nomadlist, offering reliable public transport, a vibrant culture scene, great Wifi connectivity, beautiful street art, and amazing local cuisine
Tulum for Digital Nomads
Tulum - With easy access to the rest of the country, as well as the United States, Tulum is a great area for any digital nomad. Multiple coworking and -living spaces are available, and the coastal town can easily be traversed via bicycle. There are also Mayan ruins nearby to explore.
Playa del Carmen for Digital Nomads
Playa del Carmen - Offering a lot to the adventurous digital nomad. Sinkhole diving in the Cenote Chaak Tun rainforest, easy travel to the Mayan ruins at Tulum, beautiful beaches, and great connectivity for your work
#4 - Portugal
Portugal has become a great location for any digital nomad, offering great history, beautiful views throughout the country, and modern amenities mixed with colorful architecture.
Another interesting aspect of traveling to Portugal is that the country allows most nationalities to stay and work for up to 90 days, without a visa. Portugal is also a part of the Schengen agreement, which allows a digital nomad to travel to other European countries who are part of the agreement, sans visa.
As for the digital nomad scene, 3 cities stand out, ranked in the top 50 on Nomadlist:
Lisbon (Portugal) for Digital Nomads
Lisbon - The capital has recently been ranked 12th on Nomadlist. Though the living costs of the city are expensive, it is more affordable than other European capitals
Porto (Portugal) for Digital Nomads
Madeira (Portugal) for Digital Nomads
Madeira - Having recently opened its shores to the digital nomad community in 2021, Madeira has been ranked 4th on Nomadlist. The locals are known to cater for digital nomads, offering free coworking spaces and the ability to join the nomads’ Slack group once there.
#3 - SPAIN
The digital nomad scene is on the rise in Spain, with a large number of startups, coworking spaces, Wifi hotspots and more. The country is also an economical choice for those who wish to travel to Europe.
2 cities ranked in the top 100 on Nomadlist stand out at this time:
Barcelona (Spain) for Digital Nomads
Gran Canaria (Spain) for Digital Nomads
Gran Canaria - One of the Canary Islands, Gran Canaria is ranked 8th on Nomadlist, offering the digital nomad community great internet connections, a small town vibe, and even UNESCO World Heritage sites to visit. Gran Canaria is also very affordable for nomads.
#2 - Chiang Mai (Thailand)
Who can resist the beauty of Thailand?
A once in a lifetime experience, and in-expensive.
Let’s take a look at the top 2 destinations in Thailand for digital nomads to work from:
Chiang Mai for Digital Nomads
With an estimate of 3,000 digital nomads living in Chiang Mai, the city is alway highly ranked on Nomadlist, currently ranked 20th. The city is popular for the digital nomad community for multiple reasons:
- Cost of living in the city is low
- The city is very safe
- There is a subdued pace of life
- Great public transportation
- Vibrant culture
- Great nightlife
- Amazing Thai cuisine.
Many cafes also offer free Wifi to any digital nomad needing a place to set up for a bit of work. Other than cafes, many coworking spaces exist as well. On off days one can explore the jungle, enjoy the market, or visit nearby temples to pass the time
#1 - Medellin (Colombia)
Known as the the City of Eternal Spring, Medellin has quickly become a favorite location for most digital nomads. With a great ex-pat and digital nomad scene the city ranked 11th on Nomadlist. The city has much to offer digital nomads, including:
- Affordable rent
- Low cost of living
- Fast and free Wifi, that is widely available
- Scenic surroundings to explore
- Relaxed, laid-back lifestyle
- Amazing metro system for public transportation
Medellin is the 2nd largest city in Colombia, with a riveting nightlife, if you know where to go. The city also boasts a rich heritage and culture. Many coworking spaces and cafes for working have also been established to accommodate the digital nomad community
[Disclaimer: All rankings from Nomadlist.com shown on May 2nd, 2023 – Rankings may differ depending on the date this blog is viewed]
Whether you are looking for a slow-paced, relaxed vibe, or somewhere with adventure, these destinations have a lot to offer the digital nomad community.
And wherever you choose to go, we wish you safe travels!
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