{"id":5277,"date":"2021-06-09T02:45:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-09T09:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.priceselfstorage.com\/?p=5277"},"modified":"2025-03-21T06:06:22","modified_gmt":"2025-03-21T13:06:22","slug":"how-to-work-remotely-and-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.priceselfstorage.com\/blog\/how-to-work-remotely-and-travel","title":{"rendered":"How to Work Remotely and Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Picture this: You\u2019re sitting on the beach, sand between your toes, and a laptop on the edge of your lounge chair. You\u2019ve been sending emails from this spot all day.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Does this sound like paradise? Well, it\u2019s a real possibility in today\u2019s world. With the internet, remote working opportunities, and personal storage<\/a> options, this dream can be a reality.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you\u2019re wondering how to work remotely and travel or how to become a digital nomad<\/a>, this guide is for you.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Must-Haves<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

While working and traveling isn\u2019t an overcomplicated affair, there\u2019s more to it than picking up and leaving town. From Costa Rica to Casablanca, no digital nomad is ready without these work-and-travel essentials.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. A Remote Job<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Your first requirement is a job that allows you to work remotely. With the COVID-19 pandemic changing work culture, more and more jobs may offer remote possibilities, making the work-travel lifestyle more attainable than ever. For many jobs, as long as there is an internet connection, you can do your work anywhere.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Full-time remote work is an option, although you\u2019ll probably want to stay in or near your office\u2019s time zone to avoid working overnight. This type of digital nomad lifestyle is best for van life or travel within North America.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Part-time and freelance jobs add another level of flexibility. The ability to choose your own hours, hourly rate and projects is an advantage when you want to explore. For those looking to see all kinds of new places, freelance work is ideal.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. A Laptop<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You may have considered the possibility of working strictly from a smartphone or tablet. While this may work for certain small freelance opportunities\u2014a laptop is ideal for larger, more hands-on projects. A full-size keyboard, a wireless mouse, and some noise-canceling headphones can ensure your remote work arsenal is optimized for any work opportunity you encounter during your work-travel.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you\u2019re traveling in a van, RV, or bus, consider allocating resources to a built-in office space. There are plenty of DIY tricks to creating a simple yet robust portable workspace.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

With your laptop, workspace, and work arsenal, you can minimize distractions and maximize time spent on leisurely travel.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. A SIM Card<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Depending on where you are, reliable internet can be scarce. SIM cards are often as cheap as $5-10 per month and allow you to complete some work on buses and trains, too. Plus, a SIM card facilitates communication with your coworkers and your loved ones back home.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You can typically pick one up at the airport when you land or head into town for slightly better deals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. A Storage Unit Back Home<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Unless you plan to move abroad indefinitely, you\u2019ll likely be returning home at some point. While you may not want to pay for a vacant apartment during the time you spend overseas, you\u2019ll undoubtedly want to keep your cherished keepsakes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

A self-storage unit is an inexpensive way to give yourself peace of mind while you\u2019re away. And you\u2019ll be glad all of your stuff is safe and in one convenient place when you return.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

5. An Adventurous Spirit<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The digital nomad life is full of twists and turns, and you need to keep an open mind to pull off a successful working holiday. WiFi will go down; trains will be late; ordering food in a foreign language can be stressful.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Our advice? Take it in stride\u2014it\u2019s all part of the experience.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Remember why you decided to leave your desk in the first place and enjoy the culture wherever you wind up.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Other Considerations for Working While Traveling<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Besides the necessities listed above, there are a few other aspects of being a remote worker that you should keep in mind.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Visas<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you plan to travel outside of the U.S., be sure to look into visa requirements for foreign countries. Americans are lucky\u2014the U.S. passport is one of the most accepted visas in the world. U.S. citizens can visit over 100 countries either visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and working remotely for a U.S. company means you can enter on a tourist visa.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

With that in mind, most countries limit the amount of time you can spend within their borders\u2014even those that don\u2019t require a visa. Make sure you know how long you have, as overstaying your visa can have serious consequences.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Passive Income<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you can find a stream of passive income while you travel, you\u2019ll have more time to spend exploring, meeting new people, and experiencing other cultures.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Here are some different ways you can generate passive income while traveling:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n