The Modern Nomad
Personal Madrid
A personal account of my two months in Madrid, mostly focusing on the friends I made and gruesome details of my poor health you'll wish you'd never read.
International Money Transfers
Nomads often have to move money from one country to another. But what is the best way to do so? Find out in this experiment-based article.
Remote vs Office Work
What are the pros and cons with remote working versus office work? I have the fully incomplete list right here!
Phoenix Gay Rodeo to Zion’s Angel
On my latest U.S. roadtrip, I competed in the Phoenix Gay Rodeo, squeezed through Antelope Canyon, gazed out over Horseshoe Bend and climbed Angel's Landing in Zion.
Virtual Private Networks
Virtual Private Networks greatly improves your online privacy. Find out how, and why this is particularly important for nomads.
Podcasts
Podcasts are a great way to turn ironing, queuing and other boring times into a chance to enjoy comedy shows, news or investigative journalism. You’ll never be bored again!
Year Review 2014
A year review of 2014, where I look at where I've been, accomplishments, failures and a highly scientific take on numerology and the year.
Salvation Mountain and Slab City
Join me in the Californian desert to explore the surreal Salvation Mountain and the deeply disturbing Slab City.
Rio de Janeiro, part 2
The second half of my travel guide to Rio de Janeiro, featuring downtown sightseeing and cycle routes.
Rio de Janeiro, part 1
The first half of my travel guide to Rio de Janeiro, featuring the five must-see things to see and do, safety advice and some general advice.
Dealing with Physical Violence
I've been the victim of a violent robbery. This post is partly an account of the assault and partly some hard-earned lessons on dealing with physical violence.
Nomadtopia Interview
Too tired to read another article? Then sit back, close your eyes and listen instead to this interview I gave to Nomadtopia Radio!
São Paulo & Belo Horizonte
Guides to Brazil's Sao Paulo and Belo Horizonte. Six new friends over five weeks, and a ton of pictures await!
Packing Like a Nomad
My collected "wisdom" on packing from almost four years of living out of a suitcase.
Burning Man 2014
An image gallery from Burning Man 2014 as well as a gallery for my post-BM trip through California.
Year Finances 2014
Can you afford to be a nomad? What does it cost? Am I broke yet? Find out in my third annual financial review as a nomad!
Berlin and Tuntenhaus
I spent ten days in Berlin, living at a east-Berlin ex-squat all-gay community house. Also includes the Jewish Memorial.
Warsaw Wedding
A short update from my time in Warsaw. I attended a wedding and learnt more of the dark history of Warsaw.
Ljungby vs. London
If there was a war between London and my childhood home of Ljungby, which would win? Find out!
Greenwich Festival
London’s best festival is the Greenwich and Dockland International Festival, where performers from all around the world to put on a superb and free outdoor festival packed full of theatre, dance and experiences that defy classification.
Lake Havasu
A personal account of my trip to Lake Havasu and El Mirage dry lakebed. Lots of photos and an animated GIF inside!
Brandon & Yaron’s Wedding
I was honoured to attend the wedding between Brandon and Yaron. This post is my personal account of these two amazing guys.
Personal Vancouver
A personal account of my three months in Vancouver, one of the happiest long-term stays I've had.
Vancouver Travel Guide
Vancouver has a lot to offer, such as snow sports, nude beaches, gaming bars, museums and a couple of suspension bridges. Find out more in this Vancouver Travel Guide.
Whistler
Whistler is a renowned Canadian ski resort. Does it live up to its reputation as the alpine resort of the north Americas? Find out in this video-and-picture heavy article!
Vancouver Arrival
A quick video blog where I tour my new place in Vancouver, Canada, and recount the horrors of room 101 of the Canadian border police.
The Want/Act Disparity
How is it possible that we want one thing, but then do another? If we are our minds, then this disparity is a riddle. How can we overcome this want/act disparity? Is it even desirable?
Year Review 2013
A year review of 2013 where I look at where I've been, accomplishments, failures, numbers and the future of The Modern Nomad.
Gaming in Antwerp
Why did I travel 9000 km to play board games? Find out in this article on board games and Antwerp.
Philadelphia
Conjoined foetuses, broken bells, declarations of 'screw you' are all to be found Philadelphia.
Friendship Observations
My experiences of how communication with my friends diminished after becoming nomadic. I offer no advice on how to deal with this, for I have none. Yet. Only hope.
I got a job!
I have gotten a job! Where? How? Does it mean the end of my nomadism? Read on to find out.
Burning Man 2013
A few memories and lessons from Burning Man, but mostly some wicked-awesome photos!
Year Finances 2013
Can you afford to be a nomad? What does it cost? Am I broke yet? Find out in my second annual financial review as a nomad!
Stockholm Pride
Find out why Stockholm Gay Pride is the best pride in the world, the state of GLBT politics and social issues as well as yours truly wrestling in pink slime. My gayest article so far, by far.
Play Week
Do you have groups of friends in far-off places that you aren't spending much time with anymore? A simple but effective remedy is the Play Week.
Preparing Your Post-Mortem
What will happen to your digital accounts e.g. Facebook when you die? Nomads have additional concerns such as detection of death in foreign lands and notification of disparate friends.
Life as a Board Game
Life is a board game, but is it the ruthless Monopoly or a finely balances Eurogame? I say the latter, and Eurogames can teach us important lessons on how money is only a tool - not a goal - and how we should focus on what really matters - our victory points.
Finding vs Creating Yourself
Should we search for ourselves? I say no. There are fatalistic undertones to the concept, and I suggest that we should actively create and evolve instead.
Madam Rodeo of Ghostly Memorial
A visual summary of last month's adventures in Palm Springs, Vegas and Long Beach Island, including rodeos, sailing, mad RV riders, Hoover Dam and Calico ghost town.
Homes and Identities
A home and the objects within reflect and shape the identity of the inhabitant. Nomads, however, have no home and very few possessions. How does this affect our ability to grow, maintain and change our identities?
Rationing the Internet
Learn how to ration your data when travelling with limited Internet plans, allowing only your essential applications access while blocking others.
Cogs in the Civilization Machine
Imagine civilization as a great machine, and every person is a cog, playing some part. Is there room for a nomadic cog? There may be, but it is hard to find, and whilst searching, one’s sense of self-worth suffers.
New Zealand (Part 2)
Second part of the New Zealand South Island travel guide, featuring classic Nintendo games, timeless mines, dolphin swims, helicopters, earthquakes and much more.
New Zealand (Part 1)
Join me on a road trip through New Zealand's dramatic south island. This first part includes mysterious boulders, tragic castles, ancient petrified forests, daring swings, fjords and a lost gypsy bus.
Justify Your Roots
Help me understand your decision to live a geo-static life by answering two quick questions about your decision to do so.
Sydney inFAQ
Infrequently Asked Questions about Sydney. Find answers to what might kill you, the sex-appeal of the locals and what mental disorder the Sydney Opera House suffers from.
Mardi Gras
Your guide to Sydney’s world famous Mardi Gras, including little black dresses, leather straitjackets, bishops, fair days, parades, harbour parties and an explanation of LGBTQI.