In this episode of the Nomad Summit Podcast, Palle and Christoph sit down with Chris Cerra, the founder of Remote Base and Digital Nomad Trip Reports. Chris shares his expert insights on the next emerging digital nomad hotspots for 2025 and beyond.

From unexpected hubs in Africa to the growing appeal of major cities like London and Barcelona, this episode covers what’s changing, what’s staying the same, and what truly makes a destination stand out for nomads.

Chris also unpacks the evolving community of digital nomads, what drives their decisions today, and how to actually start this lifestyle in the simplest way possible.

Key Takeaways:

• Africa could be emerging as a potential new frontier for digital nomads, with places like Tanzania and Morocco catching attention.
• The appeal of major cities is growing as more remote workers have higher incomes and choose vibrant hubs like London and Barcelona.
• Community and adaptability are key factors separating “good” nomad destinations from truly great ones.
• The biggest hurdle to becoming a digital nomad often isn’t logistics – it’s just making the decision and booking that first flight.
• Trends like home swapping and co-living are becoming more structured and appealing as the digital nomad lifestyle matures.

Relevant Links:

• Sponsor: Visit Estonia
  https://www.e-resident.gov.ee/ and https://www.e-resident.gov.ee/nomadvisa/
• Guest: Chris Cerra – Remote Base and Digital Nomad Trip Reports
  https://remotebase.co
  https://www.digitalnomadtripreports.com
• Nomad Summit
  https://www.nomadsummit.com
• The Radio Vagabond (Palle Bo)
  https://theradiovagabond.com/link-tree
• Episode produced by RadioGuru
  https://radioguru.co.uk

In this episode, we talk with Maya Middlemiss – founder of Remote Work Europe and an e-Residency Envoy for Estonia – about her journey into remote work and how Europe’s unique landscape is shaping the future of digital nomadism. From the cultural quirks of working across borders to the power of in-person events like the Nomad Summit in Tallinn, Maya shares insights, challenges, and opportunities for those ready to take the leap.

We’ll also cover:

• How Maya’s own journey started as a young mother working from home in 2000
• The complexities and rich diversity of remote work in Europe
• The rise of Estonia’s e-Residency and what it means for location-independent entrepreneurs
• How to plan and thrive in the evolving world of remote work

Key Takeaways:

• How Europe’s cultural diversity shapes remote work opportunities
• Why in-person events remain crucial for building lasting remote relationships
• Maya’s personal insights on moving from home office to cross-border freelancing
• The latest on Estonia’s e-Residency and digital nomad visas
• How the Nomad Summit in Tallinn is creating real-world connections for remote workers

Relevant Links:

• Nomad Summit Remote Work Edition Estonia 2025:
  https://www.nomadsummit.com/remote-work-edtion-estonia-2025/
• Remote Work Europe:
  https://www.remoteworkeurope.eu/
• Maya Middlemiss on LinkedIn:
  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmiddlemiss
• The Radio Vagabond Podcast:
  https://theradiovagabond.com/
• Sponsor: Visit Estonia – https://www.e-resident.gov.ee/ and https://www.e-resident.gov.ee/nomadvisa/
• The Radio Vagabond (Palle Bo)
  https://theradiovagabond.com/link-tree
• Episode produced by Radioguru
  https://radioguru.co.uk

What happens when a seasoned translator and digital nomad turns a quiet frustration into a startup idea? In this episode, we sit down with Barny Mulcahy, the winner of the Nomad Summit Buildathon 2025 in Chiang Mai, to explore how he's helping authors and creators localize their content for underserved language markets.

Barny shares his journey from legal publishing to digital nomadism, the turning point brought on by the pandemic and AI, and how his new company, My3PO, aims to bridge linguistic and cultural gaps around the world.

You’ll hear about:
– The power of small teams
– The realities of language accessibility
– And how Buildathon gave Barny the push to launch a mission-driven business

This episode is a deep dive into the intersection of tech, language, and impact.

Key Takeaways:

• Why 6 billion people are left out of most digital content
• What makes true localization more than just translation
• How Barny's Buildathon team turned a small idea into a scalable platform
• The challenges of founding a business as a nomad across time zones
• Why his project isn't just about books – but about connection

Relevant Links:

• Upcoming Nomad Summit events: https://nomadsummit.com/upcoming-events
• More episodes: https://nomadsummit.com/podcast
• Buildathon pitch video (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LR-uVMIuquY
• Barny’s pitch deck: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGjwvQRiwU/QLY4nVOhq4-tVmJA9VMYnQ/view
• My3PO website: https://www.my3po.com
• Contact Barny: barny@my3po.com or info@my3po.com
• Jerremy Newsome’s book Money Grows on Trees: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1796451223
• Barny’s book pick: Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Into+the+Wild
• Sponsor: Visit Estonia – https://www.e-resident.gov.ee/ and https://www.e-resident.gov.ee/nomadvisa/
• The Radio Vagabond (Palle Bo) – https://theradiovagabond.com/link-tree
• Episode produced by Radioguru – https://radioguru.co.uk