Category: Cost-of-Living
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Monthly Breakdown for Solo Female Travelers, Remote Workers, and Slow Movers India was always on my list. But like many solo female travellers, I had safety on my mind. There’s no shortage of stories online about harassment or discomfort, and I wanted my first experience to be one that allowed me to be cautious without…
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Monthly Breakdown for Digital Nomads, Solo Travellers, and Hybrid Workers I have been to Kaohsiung before but that was when I was still a student travelling with my family (which, if you’re from an Asian household, you know means zero freedom). I’ve also explored Taiwan solo and with friends, but mostly in Taipei. So this…
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The math ain’t mathing — and I’ve been thinking about it for a while now. RM13 for bubble tea. RM199.90 for a Uniqlo jacket (on offer). RM230 for a thrifted coat. RM66 for a keychain. And let’s not forget food — RM22 for a chicken chop. All this while advertised salaries for sales associates still…
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Monthly Breakdown for Digital Nomads, Remote Workers, and Realists Seattle had a lot of charm I didn’t expect — Pike Place Market, Lumen Field, and ferry rides to quiet island towns were absolutely worth it. But alongside the beauty, there were moments I couldn’t overlook. The drug and homelessness crisis? Real. I got home by…
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Monthly Breakdown for Solo Female Travellers, Remote Workers, and Slow Movers Sri Lanka wasn’t a country I expected to feel uneasy in. I had always heard about its stunning coastlines and rich culture — and while that still holds true, my experience as a solo female traveller was different. I didn’t feel unsafe in the…
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Monthly Breakdown for Digital Nomads, Hybrid Workers, and Travellers. Ah, Singapore — my home country. A clean, efficient, and incredibly safe city that’s perfect for families, solo travellers, and digital nomads alike. While many locals dream of traveling abroad, I found unexpected joy in rediscovering the city I grew up in. I spent a month…
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Monthly Breakdown for Digital Nomads, Hybrid Workers, and Travellers. I’ll be honest — my last trip to Europe wasn’t great. But this time, I came to Paris for a friend’s wedding and decided to stay for a full month as a solo traveler. And… surprise – I really enjoyed it. From the walkable streets to…
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Monthly Breakdown for Digital Nomads, Hybrid Workers, and Travellers. Osaka, Japan often sits in Tokyo’s shadow — but don’t be fooled. This city packs a punch with vibrant food streets, easy access to Kyoto, and a more relaxed energy. I spent a month here on a mid-range budget, and spoiler alert: I still think about…
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Monthly Breakdown for Digital Nomads, Hybrid Workers, and Travellers. Ah — Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. A city where scooters outnumber street signs, the food surprises in the best way possible, and every day feels like a sensory adventure. It’s modern, cultural, budget-friendly, and surprisingly walkable — if you know where to stay. 💰 Expenses Breakdown…
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Monthly Breakdown for Digital Nomads, Hybrid Workers, and Travellers. Ah — Bangkok, Thailand. A magnet for expat living, digital nomads, and returning visitors alike. But why is it so attractive? If you’re researching Bangkok’s cost of living as a digital nomad, here’s my honest breakdown from one full month of living in the city. From…