What I use
🏠 Accommodations
Where I stay when traveling long-term or short-term:
🏡 Airbnb – Ideal for mid-range stays and monthly bookings
🏨 Trip.com – Especially good for last-minute hotels
Pro Tip: Look out for early bird deals and monthly discounts for longer stays.
📡 Mobile and internet
Stay connected anywhere:
📶 SIMBA SuperRoam – Covers many countries in SE Asia
🛡️ NordVPN – Keep your connection private and secure, no matter which café or country you’re in.
💻 Cafes with WiFi – I list good work-friendly cafes in each blog post!
🧾 Budget and money
Manage your finances while abroad:
💳 Revolut – Budgeting + exchange rate hacks
🌍 Wise – Send/receive money across borders
🍽️ Dining
Local food tips from personal experience:
🍜 Check out my food add-ons in each country guide
💰 Dining guides with mid-range pricing and local favourites
📸 Tools I use
For content creation and staying productive on the go:
🎙️ ElevenLabs – My go-to for voiceovers
🎞️ CapCut – For editing Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube
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Bonus Tip: If you’re planning your trip and haven’t locked in your activities yet, here are my go-to platforms:
💸 Not quite the vibe you’re looking for? Totally fair — we all spend differently, and I’m all for doing what makes life feel rich in your own way.
So have a scroll through the other places I’ve lived — whether you’re on sabbatical, reclaiming your time, or just out here to veg out in peace, we’ll find the one that feels like home (or at least a good month).