Author : Mark Sochon

Mark is a freelance writer currently based in Madrid, Spain. He writes about travel and football and has travelled and worked remotely from many locations in Europe and beyond.

Spain’s Free Trains Explained – How Travellers can Benefit

Spain is the latest European country to launch a scheme designed to entice people to its railways whilst reducing costs for existing travellers. You may have heard about it. Since its launch on September 1st, many international media outlets have run stories promoting free travel thanks to Spain’s free trains between now and the end […]

Tarragona Digital Nomad Guide

Situated around 100 km southwest of Barcelona, Tarragona is a lesser known coastal, Catalan city which is consistently overlooked by visitors to the region. With some of the best preserved Roman ruins in Iberia, a historic centre and some wonderful beaches, that continues to be a surprise. Anyone looking for a slightly more local experience […]

Thessaloniki Digital Nomad Guide

Situated on the northern shores of the Aegean Sea, the Greek city of Thessaloniki is closer to Sofia, Skopje and Tirana, than it is its own capital Athens. An important centre for trading and commerce in the Balkans for centuries, it today serves as a major regional student hub with several universities and colleges including […]

The Best Places to Live in Spain & the Cheapest Cities

Spain is one of Europe’s most popular destinations for everyone from digital nomads and remote workers to English teachers and students looking to experience living abroad. It has some fabulous cities and most are really quite affordable. In this post, we’re going to look at some of the best cities and cheapest places to live […]

The Best Places to Live in Portugal & the Cheapest Cities

Portugal ranks as Western Europe’s most affordable destination, both for travelling and living. In this post, we’ll look at the cheapest places to live in Portugal and highlight five of the best cities for remote workers and digital nomads or just about anyone else looking for a new base. Portugal, which also features in our […]

Spain for Digital Nomads & Remote Workers

Spain is one of the most popular countries in Europe for digital nomads or anyone looking for a remote lifestyle. While it may not be the most tech-friendly country, it has many advantages for anyone looking to work remotely with a sunny climate, laid back lifestyle, countless vibrant cities and many diverse regions. Read on […]

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