New here? Start with these.
A short roadmap through NomadsToolsLab. Pick where you are in the journey and I will point you to the right tools, gear, and resources.
Three steps to a remote work setup that actually works
This is the order I would tackle it in if I was starting today, after 27 years on the road.
Get the foundation right
Laptop, internet, and travel insurance. The three things that will break first if you cheap out. Start with my tested picks.
See the packing list →Sort your money and banking
Revolut, Wise, or both. Multi-currency cards save you hundreds per year in conversion fees. This is where most new nomads bleed cash.
Revolut vs Wise →Lock in your connectivity
Travel router, VPN, eSIM. Three tools that protect your work from bad hotel Wi-Fi and unreliable cafe internet.
Best travel routers →What kind of nomad are you?
Different starting points need different stacks. Pick the one that fits and jump to the right resources.
Remote employee
Working a salaried job from the road. Focus on reliable internet, time zone management, and ergonomic setup.
Remote work tools →Content creator
YouTube, podcast, social. You need a portable studio. Microphones, lighting, cameras, and editing software.
Creator setup →Online entrepreneur
Running a business from anywhere. Software stacks, automation, finance, and team collaboration tools.
Software stack →Vanlifer or off-gridder
Solar power, satellite internet, mobile setups. Build a workstation that runs anywhere with zero infrastructure.
Vanlife →
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The Ultimate Digital Nomad Packing List
Everything I carry after 27 years. Refined over 27 years on the road.
Read the list →How to Work Remotely While Traveling
The full playbook for setting up a location-independent work life that actually scales.
Read the playbook →SafetyWing vs World Nomads
Travel insurance for nomads compared head to head. Which one I actually use and why.
Compare them →Revolut vs Wise
The two best banking apps for nomads. Where each one wins, and which one I would keep if I had to choose.
See the breakdown →