Hello, what are some of the items you cannot live without as well as those that are essential to having a pleasant digital nomad experience.

Thank you :)

  • No-Purchase-2618@alien.top
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    1 year ago

    all-in-one plug adaptor. Used to have different ones for US, UK and EU plugs till I found the “all-in-one” kind. Lifesaver

    waterproof backpack- I travel with a carry-on only, so a durable waterproof backpack was a must

    multiple bank cards- I’m unlucky when it comes to ATMs. Had my cards swallowed a few times last week in Vietnam, so I always make sure to have at least 2 per account.

    Are we counting apps too?

    WifiMap- to find spots with fast internet in local cafes/restaurants/hotels/wherever in different parts of the world

    Revolut- used to have a “travel-oriented” card with my local bank back home. Still was overcharged between 8-12% per transaction outside the EU. Switched to Revolut and can’t recommend it enough- fantastic support (chargeback claims on debit cards sorted in 2 days!) and low fees

    Dragonpass/priority pass/lounge access- this is a real blessing if you’re at an airport at least once a month.

    • deluded_soul@alien.topBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      Cannot recommend Revolut enough. I know they have kinda shitty customer service but I use the metal plan and the ability to hold multiple currencies is great.

    • DemonHella@alien.topBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      hows Vietnam nowadays? i went in 2017, was my favourite place so far ! would love to go back.

    • alec_eiffel_@alien.topBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      I have a Satechi 160 w power bank. One figure eight C8 cord in and 4 USBC ports out. The most powerful port runs 100 w which is enough to run my laptop. I have US, EU and UK cords but if I need another one the figure eight standard makes it easy & cheap to get.

    • Taronyuuu@alien.topBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      Priority pass changed my flight experience so much in a good way. It is a luxurious thing, but it makes it so much better. Before I would have to pick between stress of missing my flight, or not being able to work. With priority pass I just leave 3.5 hours in advance, travel to the airport no stress and then plop down in a lounge and work while eating and drinking something. That is +/- 1.5 to 2.5 hours every flight I can just be productive while having to ‘wait’.

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      In-flight wifi is also on my list, long haul I never travel without anymore. If I am sitting in a metal tube for 10 hours, I might as well take 8 of those hours and be productive while I am flying. The 30 euro for wifi is a no brainer then.

      • 80sPaleoQueen@alien.topBEnglish
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        1 year ago

        Totally agree! We have the Chase Reserve card with priority pass. We don’t use the lounges all that much, but we use the priority pass for the food credit of $80 for you and a guest. We travel with our 2 kids so they are each our guest, and get we get a total of $160 in food when traveling to or from most airports. It’s awesome! Along with the $300 travel credit each year the card pays for itself many times over for us.

        We have T mobile Magenta Max phone plan which comes with free in flight wifi which is also a great perk if you travel a lot!

      • rlowery77@alien.topBEnglish
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        1 year ago

        Once you add up the meals, coffees, and free internet access Priority Pass looks more like a good investment than a luxury. I’m kicking myself for the years I traveled without it.