Is Barcelona the new Austin?

Ah, Barcelona. That Mediterranean paradise, where fabulous architecture, beautiful people, and world-class cuisine combine and create an enviable, affordable lifestyle in the sun. Or something like that. I

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Digital Nomad Visa – will Spain become a playground for the wealthy laptop class?

Spain’s new Digital Nomad Visa is the talk of the town. Or at least the talk of all the Facebook groups for expats from outside the European Union.

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The Pathless Path – or, why careers are overrated, and what to do instead

Several years ago I went on a blind date. The girl was Venezuelan, and (stereotypically) quite late for the occasion. I’d selected the venue: a Mexican restaurant off

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Four Hour Work Week… and the truth about being a digital nomad

Several years ago I sat down with a business coach for a strategy session. It was illuminating. He drew all the moving parts of my expanding online empire

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A day in the life of a Digital Nomad – London Edition

I’m a digital nomad – at least a part-time one. And this is a literal day in my life. Yesterday, to be specific. 5:14 AM Suddenly I’m awake

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The Zen of Blogging (Part 2) – Sturgeon’s Law and killing your inner perfectionist

Ok. So. You’ve read the first part of my article on the Zen of Blogging. You’ve thought about a topic. You’ve thought about your audience. You’ve sat down

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The Zen of blogging – How to start a blog in 3 easy steps (and eventually make some money)

I’m a professional blogger. And there aren’t very many of us. I just know a couple of people like me, whose blog and related content is their main

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A conversation between body and soul… or: Just eat the damn donut already!

Just listen to your body, they say. Well, I call bullshit. I’ve spoken with my body. Here’s what he says… Body: Bro. Get up. Soul: Nah… I’m comfortable

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Warning: You Probably DON’T Want to be a Digital Nomad

Ahh, the life of a digital nomad. You wake up late, and are happy to find yourself in Thailand, just a short walk from the beach. You pour

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