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With temperatures plunging across the Northern Hemisphere and parts of the United States and Europe bracing for freezing weather, it’s no wonder people are eager to escape to a land of forever summer, especially if they’re digital nomads:

Lounging on a sandy beach under an umbrella as they sip a tropical drink, partly relaxing, partly catching up with work, to the gentle sound of crashing waves in the distance, seems to be the end goal of every remote worker…

Not being locked up at home in their suburban home or big city apartment as rain pours outside.

Romantic for some, a literal prison for others: well, thanks to new research published by Printful, featured on Startups UK, you needn’t look further if it’s an escape from the winter blues you’re desperately craving.

Here are 5 of the (literal) hottest digital nomad destinations right now:

Jakarta, Indonesia

Indonesia may be most sought-after for its paradisiacal Bali, but its capital Jakarta should not be so quickly dismissed: the complete opposite, it is a sprawling metropolis best known for its diverse architecture and fast-paced city life.

On a cultural level, it’s a mix of native Asian, Arab and European influences, with a Dutch-build Old Town, a vibrant Chinatown (Glodok), and ornate mosques composing the cityscape, and as it pertains to nomads, the affordability and balmy temps are the main attraction.

As the study indicates, the average temperatures from November to March are 79°F, and the cost of living is $608 a month: you can eat for as cheap as $3, get a monthly gym pass for $29, and rent a 1-bedroom apartment in a residential area for roughly $265 (Numbeo).

Manila, Philippines

Over in the Philippines, Manila ranks as the fourth hottest destination this winter, distinguished by its skyscraper-dotted business districts and a Spanish-colonial Old Manila, a walled historic center filled with Baroque churches and European-style forts.

Other than the uniqueness of character, with an architectural style that is far more common in Latin America, Manila is on track to become a ‘workcation’ hub due to offering a comfortable lifestyle to dollar-earning nomads:

According to the research, you’ll get set back by $615 per month living in Manila, owing it to the cheap food prices ($5 for a meal in a local restaurant) and inexpensive rent (from $235)––oh, and if you’re wondering what to pack, it’s 80°F out.

Hanoi, Vietnam

The cultural and administrative capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, is an unlikely combination of French buildings dating back to the colonial period, Buddhist pagodas and Chinese temples, and communist-style Brutalist monuments.

With buzzing streets lined with food stalls, merchant shops, and charming cafes serving world-famous Vietnamese coffee and catering to an international clientele, it’s no surprise Hanoi ranks as one of the top 3 cities for nomads in 2025.

Finally, as Startups UK remarks, Hanoi is also not as unpleasantly hot and humid as its Southeast Asian counterparts, with an average temperature of 66°F, not to mention its inexpensiveness, with the cost of living per month being roughly $624.

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Yet another Southeast Asian capital, Phnom Penh is Cambodia’s heart and soul, sitting at the junction of two historic rivers, the Mekong and Tonlé Sap, with a walkable riverfront interspersed with lush parks, traditional eateries, and stately monuments.

Two of Cambodia’s most-visited tourist attractions are located on Phnom Penh’s river promenade, namely the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, and not far from the fast-flowing watercourse, the colonial art deco Central Market is great for street food.

With 81 degrees in winter and living costs under $770 a month, it is one of the world’s new trendiest nomad hotspots, and it probably helps that getting a visa to stay in Cambodia for 30 days is easy if you’re an American: it’s fully online, and it costs $30.

Bangkok, Thailand

It’s a recurring theme at this point that Bangkok, Thailand ranks at the top of every digital nomad list we published: regarding both affordability and pleasant temperatures between November and March, this would be no exception.

The most popular destination for remote work globally, as seen on Nomads, Bangkok ticks all the boxes, from the vibrant nightlife to the multicultural scene and then the culture, with magnificent stupas and royal palaces and overall budget-friendliness.

Printful notes that the average high temperature is 87.8, with minimal rainfall as this is not monsoon season, and if you’re on a strict budget, you can easily call Bangkok home while leading a comfortable life on earnings of $876 a month.

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Cancun is the most sought-after destination for Americans going abroad: with its all-inclusive resorts, buzzing shopping scene, and beautiful beaches lapped by turquoise seas, there is no doubt it is set for yet another record-breaking season.

That being said, a week in paradise does not come with its own share of good old bureaucracy.

In April 2021, the state of Quintana Roo, where Cancun is located, introduced VISITAX, a tourist fee required for all arrivals.

The tax applies to tourists landing in Cancun, though since its introduction, authorities have been very lax in enforcing the new law, which is no longer happening moving forward––and for that dodger out there, you might want to think twice:

Not paying this fee could get your passport flagged.

What Is The Cancun VISITAX?

First of all, what is exactly VISITAX?

This is a tourist tax with the aim to generate revenue for new infrastructure, with some examples being new technology to keep the coast sargassum-free, the revitalization of the Tajamar boardwalk, and even road improvements.

We know you’re already wondering why you have to pay the Quintana Roo state on top of your already-expensive all-inclusive resort, but personally, we can’t even be mad at it when we’re seeing the advancement of projects, and the fact it costs only 271 Mexican pesos.

In U.S. dollars, that’s a negligible $13.40, and all travelers aged 15 and over must pay.

Also, Cancun is not the only destination to have added a tourist fee in recent years: you can no longer even board a U.K.-bound flight without applying first for their new travel authorization, and just south of Mexico, Belize is the latest to have introduced a similar requirement.

For three years now, however, airport officials have not bothered checking whether tourists have paid the tax or not, with Americans either being completely ignored or let off altogether.

As reported by the Cancun Sun, this changes with immediate effect.

What Are The Consequences For Not Paying?

Starting this season, tourists who do not show proof of paying the tourist tax might face consequences.

For starters, agents have been stopping tourists departing from Cancun Airport to ensure they have paid the tax before flying out of the state, either to other destinations in Mexico or to their home country.

In most cases, they are simply asked to pay the fee on the spot before leaving, without serious repercussions, but according to the Cancun Sun, others who attempt to leave without paying could be in for an unpleasant surprise coming back to Cancun.

Whether it’s fines or something else, the full extent of the consequences hasn’t been formally detailed––still, one that has been mentioned explicitly is the addition of an ‘observation’ to your passport.

We don’t know what this means exactly, but we do know we don’t want to get our passports flagged by any authorities, particularly when it’s such a minor inconvenience, such as forking out as little as $13 bucks and a few cents.

Should you choose to ignore the requirement, and manage to get away with it, it is probable you will have to pay double the fee returning to Cancun, as border agents will have access to your passport observations, or even be issued a fine, which is unspecified at this point.

Trust us, you don’t want to get handed a fine in a foreign country, where laws are different than your homeland, and values can be quite hefty.

Moral of the story, just pay the fee.

How To Pay Cancun’s VISITAX Fee

How do you pay the VISITAX fee?

There are two simple ways to do it: online through the official VISITAX website or upon arrival at one of the kiosks located inside Cancun Airport, Tulum Airport, or other entry points into the state of Quintana Roo.

Needless to say, paying online in advance is the most convenient alternative as you’ll be avoiding waiting in line.

The process is very straightforward. You’ll fill out a simplified form, where you’ll be asked to enter your name, birth date, departure date, and preferred payment method (currently, you can only pay with a credit or debit card).

Once payment is confirmed, you’ll be issued a QR code to show to agents when the time comes.

Oh, and beware of scammers!

These are the only two ways you can legitimately pay your VISITAX contribution: do not trust scammers waiting at the arrivals hall or outside the airport, asking for three to four times the actual fee.

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As the world reopens, restrictions vanish, and attractions fully reopen—Americans are visiting their favorite destinations despite rising gas costs and increased flight prices.

And according to Google, these destinations are the top-searched destinations in summer 2022 for Americans: 

1. Yellowstone National Park 

Yellowstone National Park was the world’s first national park and is perhaps America’s most splendid. It was the most searched destination among Americans this summer.

Yellowstone National Park stretches over 3,472 square miles—with the highest peak at 11,358 feet. The park is so vast it’s bigger than the states of Delaware and Rhode Island combined. In 2019, over 4 million tourists visited the national park.

Yellowstone National Park is also home to 67 species of mammals, 285 species of birds, 5 species of amphibians, and 16 species of fish. 

Best Things To Do In Yellowstone National Park

• Hike to the Old Faithful Observation Point 
• Visit the Upper Geyser Basin and Geyser Hill
• Marvel at the Fairy Falls 

Opening Times:

Entry Fees:

• Private non-commercial vehicle – $35 (valid for 7 days)
• Motorcycle – $30 (valid for 7 days)
• Single entry – $20 (valid for 7 days)
• Annual pass – $70 (valid for 365 days)

2. The Glacier National Park 

The second most searched destination for Americans in the summer of 2022 is the Glacier National Park. Located within the incredible Rocky Mountains—often referred to as The Rockies—the Glacier National Park spans 1,583 square miles. 

Furthermore, the Glacier National Park is notorious for its incredible hiking trails. Popular trails include the Grinnell Glacier Trail, Avalanche Lake via the Trail of the Cedars, Highline Trail: Logan Pass to Granite Park Chalet, the Hidden Lake Trail, and the Iceberg Lake Trail. 

There are currently—although the number is decreasing—26 glaciers in the Glacier National Park. The largest glacier is the Blackfoot Glacier. However, the 25 other glaciers are stunning. The national park remains incredibly popular; it attracted 3.05 million visitors in 2019. 

Best Things To Do In Glacier National Park 

• Visit Grinnell Glacier 
• Walk around Lake McDonald 
• Drive down Going-to-the-Sun Road

Opening Times:

Entry Fees:

• Private vehicle entrance fee – $35
• Individual entrance fee – $20 
• Motorcycle entrance fee – $30
• Annual pass – $70

3. Disney World 

After two years of COVID-19 restrictions, Disney World is open without restrictions.

Disney had a mask mandate at its theme parks for almost two years. But masks are now optional at Disney World. In addition, travelers don’t need to be fully vaccinated to enter Disney World. 

However, Disney World suggests travelers presenting symptoms of COVID-19—such as fever, chills, fatigue, aches, shortness of breath, and congestion—should not enter the theme park. 

Best Things To Do At Disney World 

• Ride on Space Mountain
• Enjoy views on Thunder Mountain
• Go on the Pirates of the Caribbean indoor cruise

Opening Times:

• Magic Kingdom Park – 9 am to 11 pm
• EPCOT – 8 am to 8 pm
• Disney’s Hollywood Studios – 8.30 am to 9 pm
• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park – 8 am to 8 pm
• Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park – 10 am to 6 pm

Entry Fees:

• 1 Park Per Day Ticket – $109 per ticket
• Park Hopper Option – $169 per ticket
• Park Hopper Plus Option – $194 per ticket

4. Lake Tahoe 

Americans seeking a peaceful summer vacation should look no further than Lake Tahoe. The extensive freshwater lake is within the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The lake is over 2 million years old, and experts have tested the water as 99.994% pure. 

If you’re looking for gorgeous beaches but don’t fancy heading to Florida, California, or Mexico, Lake Tahoe is an excellent spot.

The lake receives around 15 million visitors yearly, making it one of the most popular destinations in the United States. It’s not hard to see why!

Best Things To Do At Lake Tahoe 

• Visit Emerald Bay 
• Hike at South Lake Tahoe 
• Enjoy the Lake Tahoe Boat Cruise 

Opening Times:

• Sand Harbor – open 365 days a year between 7:00 AM and one hour after sunset.
• Spooner Lake – open from sunrise to sunset each day.
• Cave Rock – open from sunrise to sunset each day.

Entry Fees:

• Sand Harbor, Spooner Lake, and Cave Rock – $10.00 for Nevadans and $15.00 for everyone else.

5. Hershey Park

Last but not least, Hershey Park is the 5th most searched destination in the United States in the summer of 2022. Situated in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Hershey Park is a family theme park 95 miles west of Philadelphia. 

In addition, the theme park includes an impressive 121 acres of outdoor activities mixed with green spaces, shady trees, and gorgeous summer sunshine.

The park also has a zoo, museum, 13 roller coasters, 15 water attractions, and 26 children’s rides. 

Best Things To Do At Hershey Park 

• Explore the Hershey Gardens
• Visit Chocolate World
• Ride on Laff Trakk

Opening Times:

• 11 am to 7 pm on weekdays or 11 am to 8 pm on weekends

Entry Fees:

• 1-Day Ticket (Ages 9 – 61) – $56.95
• 1-Day Ticket (Ages 3-8 / 62+) – $54.95
• 2-Day Ticket (Ages 9 – 61) – $49 per day
• 2-Day Ticket Junior & Senior (Ages 3-8 / 62+) – $48 per day

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If you thought New Orleans was the only Bayou beaut filled with European flair, you’d be mistaken!

The timeless streets of Louisiana’s oldest city are illuminated by its very own vibrant “French Quarter”, with its color-wheel facades, wrought-iron balconies, and old-timey inns for a glimpse into the past.

With less hustle and bustle and a calmer atmosphere void of thumping nightclubs and impromptu jazz performances, this quaint town of 17,000 has all the charm of New Orleans’ most popular district without the headaches.

Enjoy scrumptious Cajun cuisine, comfortable stays, and picturesque streets all packed into a tight squeeze without the Bourbon Street chaos or safety concerns, as New Orleans is ranked #6 in the latest report of the ‘Most Dangerous Places in the U.S’.

You can swap the city grind for small-town charm in Natchitoches, an affordable escape with a name that’s harder to spell than it is to pronounce (“nack-a-tish”).

The City ‘Where History Lives’

Natchitoches’ slogan is ‘Where History Lives,’ and it fits the bill.

Established in 1714 (beating New Orleans by four years), it is Louisiana’s oldest city.

The original ‘French Quarter’, founded by French explorer Louis Juchereau de St. Denis, is right here.

There may be no such thing as a time machine (yet), but visiting Natchcitoches is as close as it gets for Louisiana.

Visitors can peruse the Natchitoches National Historic Landmark District for free, so make your camera roll has plenty of space to snap all the French and Spanish Creole architecture.

While it’s easy to compare this historic town to Europe, it’s truly a down-sized New Orleans a dupe in terms of what many tourists come to experience: stunning architecture, savory Creole cuisine, and yes, even Mardi Gras!

Except in Natchitoches, things don’t tend to get too out of hand; they are more of a cultural delight than an all-night rager.

More seasonably relevant, however, is the town’s nearly century-old Christmas Festival taking place now through January 6th.

To deep dive into Natchotoches fascinating timeline, the most informative experience may be the Northwest Louisiana History Museum, touching on Native American history to modern times.

Ultimately, you’ll want to venture away from the French flair to the Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site, a flawless replica of the 1716 French fort and drawing rave reviews, where one patron said, ‘All I can say is wow! Highly worth the stop. Only $4 per person and worth every penny.’

Step Back in Time: Enjoy A Nice Stay At A Historic Inn

Despite the temptation of posting selfies from a 5-star resort in a “pics or didn’t happen” world, there’s nothing wrong with stepping back in time to enjoy a nice stay in an old-timey inn.

Just because there’s no swim-up bar or plush robes and slippers doesn’t mean you won’t have an unforgettable trip.

In fact, in today’s information age, you can enjoy the irony of something old being something new. Dotted through town are a variety of historic inns and bed and breakfasts, all receiving positive accolades.

These 5 historic inns/bed and breakfasts are postcard-worthy and hold impressive Google ratings of 4.6 and up:

• Sweet Cane Inn
• Judge Porter House Bed & Breakfast
• Andrew Morris House Bed & Breakfast
• Queen Anne Bed & Breakfast
• Church Street Inn

You could also test your fate at the (allegedly) haunted Chateau Saint Denis Hotel, a conveniently located downtown boutique hotel.

But many bed and breakfasts are set in revamped century-old homes, providing a comfy stay and a unique, historical experience with or without spooky ghost stories.

Fun fact: The popular movie Steel Magnolias was filmed in Natchitoches. You can stay at the Steel Magnolia House, where many of the iconic scenes were filmed.

Phenomenal Cajun Cuisine (Including An Overlooked Local Favorite!)

We all know New Orleans is the mecca for Louisiana cuisine, but don’t sleep on the food scene here.

You can delight your tastebuds with many, if not all, the same famous dishes, but there’s one local favorite that doesn’t get enough hype.

Despite being closer to Texas’ mainland than the Gulf coast, seafood here is still phenomenal, but it’s meat pies that locals and visitors rave about.

Known for their flaky crust and savory filling, you can’t have enough of these handheld treats. Check out Lasyone’s Meat Pie Restaurant for this local delicacy consisting of beef and pork.

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