"For one, the COVID-19 pandemic forced many employees to work from home, while the rise in improved internet connectivity, mobile devices, and a strong desire from workers to do their jobs remotely has resulted in a surge of digital jobs, which has also boosted the number of digital nomads. According to data published by Nomad Stays, the number of nomads has increased to 50 million worldwide, and the trend doesn't seem to be slowing down."
"In many cases, digital nomads are flocking to affordable cities as popular remote work hubs become too expensive, and in 2025, the most affordable destination is India, with its bustling cities and beautiful beach escapes. However, choosing a spot for the nomadic life involves more than just saving money on rent, food, and utilities. Also, popular hotspots like Bali or Portugal are becoming saturated, according to nomads on Reddit."
"However, the country has come a long way from its complicated past, and now it's one of South America's most affordable countries for tourists, which is why it's risen to the top spot for the digital nomad life. A big reason for Colombia's popularity is that it has started offering a two-year digital nomad visa. To qualify, you must have a passport from a country that is exempt from short-stay visas, such as the U.S., the U.K., and many European Union countries."
Remote work has expanded rapidly due to the COVID-19 pandemic, improved internet connectivity, mobile devices, and worker demand, producing a surge in digital jobs and boosting the number of digital nomads to around 50 million worldwide. Many nomads now prefer affordable cities as traditional remote-work hotspots become too expensive. India was the most affordable destination in 2025, offering bustling cities and beach escapes. Google identified top trending destinations for digital nomads for 2026, highlighting surprising options. Colombia ranks highly because of increased affordability, improved safety, and a new two-year digital nomad visa with passport and foreign-employment eligibility requirements.
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