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Technology To Help You Work Remotely

Below is a list of Worksploring recommended tech and gear to help remote workers and digital nomads stay connected. If you have one to add or if we missed some, drop us a line through the contact page.

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e-Sim

Worksploring recommends e-sim provider Airalo as a great way to save money and stay connected in countries all over the world.
https://www.airalo.com/
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VPN

Virtual Private Networks can be imperative to maintain some caliber of privacy. Here are a few to consider.

ExpressVPN
Cost: $12.95/month (discounts with annual plans)
Value: Fast servers, secure AES-256 encryption, excellent global coverage.
Ease of Use: Simple app interfaces across all platforms.

NordVPN
Cost: $11.99/month (cheaper with multi-year plans)
Value: Robust security features, Double VPN, large server network.
Ease of Use: Intuitive UI with advanced settings.

ProtonVPN
Cost: Free plan available; paid starts at $4.99/month.
Value: Excellent privacy focus, secure core servers.
Ease of Use: Clean interface, easy to set up.

Video Conferencing

Perhaps obvious, but some of the better video conferencing solutions that we at Worksploring like.

Zoom
Cost: Free (40-minute limit); $14.99/month for Pro.
Value: Ubiquitous use, reliable connections, virtual backgrounds.
Ease of Use: Extremely simple setup and invites.

Microsoft Teams
Cost: Free; $6/month (Microsoft 365 Basic).
Value: Integration with Office tools, ideal for collaboration-heavy workflows.
Ease of Use: Seamless for Windows/Microsoft ecosystems.

Google Meet
Cost: Free with Google account; Premium with Workspace starts at $6/user/month.
Value: Strong integration with Google Calendar/Docs.
Ease of Use: Easy access via browser, no extra installs required.

Gear

Working remote means packing. Here. are some great packs to consider.

Nomatic Backpack (Everyday Carry)
Cost: ~$249.
Value: Modular compartments, sleek design, durable materials.
Ease of Use: Great organization for tech gear and daily essentials.

Peak Design Everyday Backpack
Cost: ~$279.
Value: Perfect for photographers; adjustable dividers.
Ease of Use: Easy access with side zippers, stylish.

North Face Recon Backpack
Cost: ~$99.
Value: Affordable, reliable for outdoor and tech use.
Ease of Use: Comfortable padding, laptop compartment.

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Photography

Remote work often inspires photographing our travels. For those looking to go beyond their phone’s camera, here a few to consider.

Sony Alpha a7 III
Cost: ~$2,000 (body only).
Value: Full-frame sensor, excellent autofocus, long battery life.
Ease of Use: Compact and user-friendly for high-quality results.

Fujifilm X-T30 II
Cost: ~$899 (body only).
Value: Great for travel photography, retro design, excellent color science.
Ease of Use: Lightweight and portable with beginner-friendly settings.

Adobe Lightroom (Software)
Cost: $9.99/month (Photography Plan).
Value: Best for organizing and editing photos.
Ease of Use: Intuitive, robust tutorials for new users.

Storage

Whether you work remotely or not, it is important to back up your information. Here are a few of the easier ways to do that.

Google Drive (Cloud)
Cost: Free (15GB); $9.99/month (2TB).
Value: Integrated with Google Workspace, reliable sharing tools.
Ease of Use: Accessible via browser or app.

Dropbox
Cost: Free (2GB); $11.99/month (2TB).
Value: Excellent collaboration and syncing features.
Ease of Use: Simple drag-and-drop and auto-sync.

Samsung T7 Portable SSD (Physical)
Cost: Starts at $109.99 (1TB).
Value: Compact, fast data transfer (up to 1,050 MB/s).
Ease of Use: Plug-and-play for most devices.

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Remote Work Events

Below is a list of events around the world for remote workers and digital nomads. If you have one to add or if we missed some, drop us a line through the contact page.

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Nomad Summit 2025

Nomad Summit unites and empowers people passionate about building. Our mission is to build an open platform where a community of digital nomads, techies, indie hackers, and creators come together to build meaningful ventures, skills, and connections. Nomad Summit focuses on empowering indie hackers and aspiring business owners to create profitable ventures. This theme will spotlight business leaders who have successfully scaled remote-first companies, sharing their invaluable insights and firsthand experiences.

January 17-19, 2025 | Chiang Mai
https://www.nomadsummit.com/
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Nomad Week Cape Town

Nomad Week Cape Town will be the ultimate gathering for digital nomads, providing opportunities for collaboration, networking, and personal growth. By bringing together diverse backgrounds and cultures, this event will facilitate connections that endure beyond the week, empowering participants to thrive in their lifestyle while fostering a sense of belonging in a global tribe.

March 9-15, 2025 | The Bay Hotel, Camps Bay
https://nomadweek.co/

Gartner Digital Workplace Summit

Digital Workplace leaders came together in Grapevine, Texas in March 2024 to discover the insights they needed to prepare for the digital evolution. This included understanding their digital workplace maturity level and how to advance their digital employee experience; how to leverage GenAI for increased workplace productivity; tackling hybrid; collaboration tools and more.

March 12-13, 2025 | GRAPEVINE, TX
https://www.gartner.com/en/conferences/na/digital-workplace-us

Running Remote 2025

The Running Remote leaders community is the source of inspiration and our knowledge grail when it comes to crafting the conference agenda.
50+ speakers and 40+ sessions, our 2-day live event will be jam-packed with value.

April 29-30, 2025 | AUSTIN, TX
https://runningremote.com/
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2025 Bansko Nomad Fest

Bansko Nomad Fest brings together digital nomads, entrepreneurs and industry leaders in a way that maximizes connection, collaboration and interaction. A week-long celebration of the remote lifestyle featuring curated conference sessions, networking, community led skill shares and many fun and interactive activities. The mountain environment provides the perfect atmosphere to build relationships, whether personal or professional.

June 22 – 29 2025 | Bansko, Bulgaria
https://www.banskonomadfest.com/

Costa Brava Remote Conference

Dive into the future of remote work at the Costa Brava Remote Conference 2025! Set against the stunning backdrop of Spain’s Costa Brava, this event is a unique blend of professional development, fun and relaxation.
Over three days, from September 26th to 28nd, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with leading remote work and digital nomad experts, gain insights into the latest trends, and discover innovative tools and strategies.

September 26 – 28, 2025 | Costa Brava Spain
https://conference.costabravahub.com/

The Nomad World

Welcome to the first-ever Nomad World Rio, the largest and most impactful gathering for digital nomads, remote workers, and entrepreneurs in South America! This March 16th-23rd, 2025, we are transforming Rio de Janeiro into a vibrant hub for innovation, connection, and cultural discovery.

We’re bringing together over 500 like-minded changemakers for a week of learning, sharing, and connecting. Think expert talks, hands-on workshops, and real cultural immersion – all with two tracks in English and Portuguese to make sure everyone gets the most out of it. From building your business to tapping into the latest in AI and marketing, you’ll leave with more than just ideas – you’ll have a community.

March 16-23, 2025 | Rio de Janeiro 
https://thenomadworld.org/

Athens Nomad Fest

Athens Nomad Fest is a celebration of the digital nomad lifestyle and a event to meet other nomads, networking and find new collaborations. Our goal is to bring together the brightest minds and the most passionate individuals from around the globe to share ideas, build connections, and inspire eachother. All whilst putting Athens on the map as a digital nomad destination.

26 – 28 SEPTEMBER 2025 | Athens, Greece
https://www.athensnomadfest.com/