Practical Tips for Digital Nomads

Welcome to nama-kai — your guide to thriving abroad.

We share cost-of-living breakdowns, mid-range travel tips, and real advice for digital nomads and hybrid workers.

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At nama-kai, we believe travel isn’t just about seeing the world — it’s about connecting with it.

We blend honest guides, cost insights, and culture-first tips to help you live more intentionally as you explore.

Empowering you to thrive abroad with kindness, clarity, and curiosity.

Explore stories, city breakdowns, and travel reflections crafted for:
💼 Slow travellers
💻 Remote workers
💸 Mid-range explorers

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Cost of Living: How I Spent SGD3,350 in One Month (And Why I Keep Coming Back)24 November 2025
Monthly Breakdown for Singapore Escapees, Practical Shoppers, and Banana Leaf Addicts Originally, I booked KL as a convenient hub — lots of flights in and out, easy transit to other countries. But somewhere between the local eats, shopping deals, and… Read more: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Cost of Living: How I Spent SGD3,350 in One Month (And Why I Keep Coming Back)
🍣 Tokyo Sushi: 3 Places I Always Return To (Even If It Means Waiting Hours)17 November 2025
Let’s be real — sushi in Japan is on another level. And while lists are helpful, some meals are too good to summarise. So here’s a short and honest take: these are the three sushi spots I always return to… Read more: 🍣 Tokyo Sushi: 3 Places I Always Return To (Even If It Means Waiting Hours)

Simple, honest travel advice — made for the way we actually live.

Real monthly expenses from real stays. Less guesswork, more clarity.

Where I actually ate (and would go back again). Affordable and delicious.

Think: how I manage currency exchange, get the best transport passes, and stay financially-sane abroad.

Neighbourhoods, culture tips, and must-dos from someone who’s really been there.

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