Who Says Work and Play Can't Mix?

Thanks to an unstable housing market and an overwhelming desire to live life to the fullest before everything crashes and burns around us, many people are becoming digital nomads. These folks have a desire to see all that the world has to offer, and have been able to balance business and pleasure successfully. If you're feeling trapped, one of these remote jobs may be your way into this exciting world of travel.

1. Blogging/Writing

Blogging or writing is one of the best ways to combine work and travel. Maybe you're a wandering author, looking for inspiration across the globe. Or if you're lucky enough to gain a personal following, your blog or written content can be about whatever travels you take.

2. Web Designer

Get yourself some satellite wifi and you're living the dream. This job blends graphic design and coding, making it the perfect job for the tech-savvy individual. The best part is you can fix your client's websites while overlooking the lake.

3. Front-End Developer

Similar to the web designer, front-end developers focus on building successful websites. They tend to focus more on the website's structure and functionality, instead of the visual elements, meaning this job is very coding-heavy. If you're skilled enough to do both, you've got a very successful business on your hands.

4. Data Entry Operator

Data entry is needed across all industries, specifically healthcare, finance, and administration. This job requires you to input, organize, and verify data from various sources. Some of these jobs can have an in-person element, but if you're lucky enough to find a remote job, you're golden.

5. Virtual Assisstant

This organization-focused job might be a little harder, flexibility-wise, depending on the needs of your clients. But if you can schedule, book, and network for yourself, who's to say you can't do it for someone else?

Let's be honest, you're probably already checking Instagram anyway. Social media managers have the hard-hitting task of organizing, posting, and otherwise engaging with their personal or brand following. You get to come up with fun new memes to post, and you can do it from planes, trains, and automobiles.

7. Data Analyst

Data analysts are kind of the Google Translate for companies. They take raw data from surveys or databases and put it under a microscope. With this raw data, analysts can find patterns, trends, and anomalies that they can present to companies, providing them with valuable insight into business trends.

8. Copywriter

Enjoy being in the writing sphere, but don't necessarily want to work on long articles? Copywriting is just the thing for you. Working primarily in the marketing sector, copywriters focus on written words or slogans for advertising material.

9. Freelancer

Freelancing can be a very lucrative business once you put your mind to it. It can take a lot of work and effort to get your career off the ground, but anything is possible. If you continue to show up for your clients or partners, you could even secure funding for a dream project (travel mandatory, of course).

10. Online English Teacher

Easily used as a side hustle or a full-time gig, depending on your hours, teaching English online is a great way to expand the minds of the youth while making a little bit of bank on the side. If you're located in the Americas, be aware that this job may require you to work very early or very late hours.

11. Graphic Designer

The beauty of being a graphic designer revolves around your independence and creative freedom. And what better way to do that than opening Adobe Premiere in a quiet cafe halfway across the world? Your designs may benefit from all this cultural osmosis.

12. Programmer

Remote or not, this job is for only the most patient of people. Programmers write, modify, and test code for computer software and applications. Typically pretty isolating work, swimming with dolphins after closing your laptop for the day seems like a pretty good tradeoff.

13. SEO specialist

SEO, or search engine optimization, exists to help websites show up when you type something in the search bar. Anyone who has worked in media at some point in their life is definitely familiar with SEO and all its uses. Again, becoming a specialist in this highly sought-after skill can make you an invaluable team member, even if they never see you in person.

14. Content Creator

Content creator, influencer, YouTuber, whatever platform you choose. This is likely the most lucrative option if you want to travel like an A-lister, but probably one of the hardest climbs to make. If you're lucky enough to have found your niche, enjoy your 15 minutes of fame and the five-star hotels while you can.

15. Translator

If you're lucky enough to be fluent (or fluent enough) in more than one language, a translator job may be perfect for you. Translators are needed across all fields and sectors regularly, and you'll be able to put that second language to good use!

16. Podcaster

Anyone, and we mean anyone, can be a podcaster these days. Similarly to content creation, it's all about finding your niche. Maybe it's a passion project of yours, or you love talking about Star Trek, but whatever the reason, someone out there will want to hear what you have to say.

17. Pet/House Sitter

Not exactly remote in the traditional sense, but a great option for travel nonetheless. Pet and house sitters can visit another city, state, or country and care for someone's space while still getting the opportunity to travel. You could likely pair this job with your other travel-friendly remote job, meaning you get free room and board, and you still get paid!

18. Software Developer

Similar to a programmer, software developers create, modify, and test mobile apps, video games, and enterprise software. With long hours in front of a computer screen. You'll find rest and reprieve at your hotel's swim-up pool bar.

19. Telehealth Nurses

Thanks to the pandemic, online nurses are all the rage these days. The job is exactly what it sounds like, providing medical advice remotely by way of phone call, text, or video, making it a great option for the remote worker.

20. Online Yoga Teacher

If teaching is more your speed, and inner peace is your passion, this job is a fantastic way to blend personal and professional life. Online yoga teachers can work from anywhere, but you'll probably get bonus points if your camera setup is on a beach somewhere.