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Austin, TX - The cost of living can be lower in Austin than in other major US cities, and it has a friendly, modern atmosphere to offer.

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Austin, TX - The city is becoming increasingly popular with freelancers, entrepreneurs, and nomads.

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Charleston, SC - The city is friendly, cultured, and full of museums—an ideal place to spend some time in the spring or summer.

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Charleston, SC - You won’t want to miss out on the great restaurants in Charleston, which should make it easy to get a good meal and a solid connection to the internet.

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Dallas, TX - You can get more bang for your buck in Dallas than in many other major US cities. That alone should be a draw!

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Dallas, TX - But if you need more, know that you’ll find everything from major corporations to small start-ups here, which makes it ideal for a digital nomad.

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Honolulu, HI - Hawaii is paradise. You can surf in the morning, work in the afternoon, and relax with a cool drink at night.

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Honolulu, HI - You can find coworking spaces here, like The Box Jelly, if that’s your style.

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Joshua Tree, CA - It may be a little too off-the-grid to stay here for long, but it’s definitely worth a stop to get out of the city.

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Joshua Tree, CA - If you can find a cabin with wifi on airbnb, you’re all set to enjoy the desert vistas and work to your heart’s content.

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Los Angeles, CA - A storied city full of diverse neighborhoods, boutique coffee shops, young, hip work culture, and excellent nightlife is waiting for you in LA.

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Los Angeles, CA - The popular travel destination draws in lots of freelancers and digital nomads. Maybe it’s the culture, or maybe it’s the beach access.

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Miami, FL -

The weather is beautiful, the nightlife is hoppin’, and the beaches are right at your feet. What could be so bad about spending some time in Miami?

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Miami, FL - Get some work done at Panther Coffee or enjoy Miami’s growing arts scene.

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New Orleans, LA - One of America’s most unique cities, New Orleans has great energy, amazing food, beautiful buildings, and an incredible nightlife.

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New Orleans, LA - As a digital nomad, it might make sense to spend some time in a city that is supportive towards companies involved in transportation, healthcare, finance, defense, oil, and energy. Plus, you can work with coffee and a beignet by your side.

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New York City, NY - Of course, New York City is expensive. But it’s also amazing and unique and totally worth seeing, and for digital nomads, there are plenty of coffee shops with internet.

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New York City, NY - Things you’ll also be able to find  in New York: Coworking spots, lots of people to meet and network with, and incredible culture.

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Portland, OR - Portland is a great city, with lots of coffee shops for working, community events, and general good vibes.

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Portland, OR - There are definitely a lot of entrepreneurs around, and if you love the great outdoors, there’s plenty of natural beauty to be found in the area.

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San Diego, CA - Perfect sunny weather, laid-back vibes, and an up-and-coming tech culture make San Diego a great place to kick it for a few months.

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San Diego, CA - Come for the beaches, stay for the wifi.

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San Francisco, CA - Windy, hilly, and charming, San Francisco is like the American cousin of a favorite digital nomad destination: Lisbon, Portugal. Except San Fran doesn’t require a passport.

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San Francisco, CA - It’s also a thriving, bustling hub for tech companies and start-ups, so you’ll find plenty of inspiration and networking opportunities here.

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Seattle, WA - There’s great access to nature here, if green, beautiful, and a little rainy is your cup of tea. But it’s also a modern city full of ambitious workers.

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Seattle, WA - You can find the headquarters for Microsoft and Amazon here, which could be especially great for tech workers, though companies like Starbucks and JP Morgan Chase also make their home here.

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Tucson, AZ - There are worse cities to be based in than Tucson. The city draws in a lot of tourists, which comes with all the perks… other travelers to meet, coffee shops, restaurants, and of course, sights to see.

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Tucson, AZ - Businesswise, Tucson is an established hub for aviation, aerospace, healthcare, and tech.

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Chattanooga, TN - This is a neat city with fast internet and a pleasant climate… except in the sticky, hot summer.

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The city is full of start-ups always on the lookout for new talent, so it might be a good place to see if your talents are needed.

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