When I first started researching nomad life, the biggest drawback other nomads and travelers mentioned was the loneliness factor. So when I set out for California two years ago, I simply accepted this was a necessary evil of this lifestyle.
Despite hearing about this ahead of time, once I got to L.A., I felt more isolated than I expected. I found myself searching for connections and struggling to form relationships. I even started attending meet-up events and joined a walking club just to find people with common interests. But I wasn’t very successful.
Within three months of my journey, I was battling homesickness and yearning for something familiar – which is when I realized things had to change. If I wanted to continue my nomadic lifestyle, I couldn’t just “deal with” my loneliness. I had to actively find ways to build my own travel community.
Since then, I’ve learned how to combat the loneliness factor and stay connected no matter where I am in the world. I also discovered answers to questions like:
You can form connections and maintain relationships even as a digital nomad who’s constantly on the road. It’s not always easy – and it can take a lot of work.
But I don’t want you to feel discouraged if the social aspects of nomad life aren’t what you expect. That’s why I’m sharing my best advice about building your own travel community. So you can feel connected to friends, family, and loved ones from anywhere in the world.
I’m a slowmad (as the kids call it these days). I love to slow down and really experience each place I visit. By spending at least two or three months somewhere, I can get a feel for the people, community, culture, food, vibe, and way of life.
Obviously, travel. But if it involves exploring, learning, history, and architecture all at once – I'm so there. I also love reading, arts & crafts (anything creative really), cards & board games, and meeting new people.
I exchange postcards with my best friend and my sister because it’s a wonderful memory to look back on years later. Technology is great, but there’s nothing like holding a physical reminder of each other’s adventures in your hand.
Hi, I’m Melanie!
A few years ago, I decided I was done with rushed vacations and short stays in exotic places. I wanted to travel for months (or years!) on my schedule. So I set out to make it happen – and I learned a lot along the way. Now, I want to share my knowledge so you can master long-term travel, too.
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