Category: Minimalism

Two gadgets that make life easier as a digital nomad

On By Nicole HennigIn Minimalism, Tech, Travel1 Comment

Those of you who know me, know I love gadgets! I buy them, try them, use them, sell them… a constant stream of techie gadgets flows through my life.

Here are two that I’m really glad I bought recently, because they are useful for my “location-flexible life!”

1. ZuniConnect Travel Router
ZuniConnect travel router

and

2. HMDX Audio JAM Bluetooth Wireless Speaker

HDMX Audio JAM Bluetooth Speaker

First let’s talk about the router. Have you ever been somewhere where the wifi just wasn’t strong enough? Maybe you had to move around to different locations within a room to get enough signal bars? This device solves that. Continue reading “Two gadgets that make life easier as a digital nomad” →

Getting rid of stuff and feeling happy about it

On By Nicole HennigIn Location flexibility, Minimalism4 Comments
my bags are packed for 6 months in Mexico
Packed for 6 months in Mexico. 1 checked bag, 1 carry-on backpack, 1 smaller carry-on bag.

I’ve always been inspired by stories of people who live with fewer possessions. Now I’m finally doing it. As of tomorrow I will have pruned all my belongings down to what fits in one large rolling suitcase, two backpacks, and a few shelves of papers, photos and tools (stored in the basement of my rented-out condo). Oh, and a duffle bag of winter clothes that I’m leaving with friends in Boston.

Since I’ll be living in Mexico for the next six months, I’m bringing only what I need to work online and live in a furnished apartment with cookware provided. Continue reading “Getting rid of stuff and feeling happy about it” →

Cheaper than staying home – researching places to live

On By Nicole HennigIn Living abroad, Living in the U.S., Minimalism, Work & money1 Comment

Like many people with professional jobs, I spent most of my salary every year for quite a few years. I saved some money in short-term savings and contributed to my 401K, but I didn’t really save a big portion of my income. I live in the Boston area, where housing costs are high. Continue reading “Cheaper than staying home – researching places to live” →