10 Best Places in the World for Digital Nomads: Is Indonesia on the List?

Digital nomadism is becoming increasingly popular due to the growing number of people working from home or outside of traditional offices. A digital nomad is someone who works without being bound by time or location.

Club Med has created an index of the best countries worldwide as digital nomad locations. This data was collected and assessed based on the increasing demand for a nomadic lifestyle. Club Med considered cost of living, safety, average internet speed, the presence of nature and healthcare facilities, and the number of leisure and adventure activities in each country.

According to this study, Phuket, Thailand is the best place in the world for digital nomads, scoring 299 out of 320. Phuket received high marks for safety and internet speed.

Tourists in Phuket can work while enjoying 251 relaxing experiences in the surrounding area. Furthermore, Phuket offers 750 adventure activities to explore.

Second place is Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. This city, with a temperature of 34 degrees Celsius, offers a vibrant culture, energetic atmosphere, and a low cost of living of 716 pounds sterling (approximately Rp 14,550,600) per month.

Krabi Island in Thailand ranks third. This island, with its limestone cliffs, caves, and lush forests, offers many recreational activities for digital nomads.

Fourth on the list of the best places in the world for digital nomads is Colombo, Sri Lanka, with a total index score of 238 out of 320. This city is also an affordable destination for remote workers, with an average cost of living of 645 pounds per month.

Indonesia, One of the Best Countries for Digital Nomads

Indonesia is one of the best countries for digital nomads. Jimbaran is ranked fifth as the best place for digital nomads in Indonesia.

This fishing village in Bali is an ideal destination for digital nomads who want to experience Indonesian culture. From ancient sea temples to local fish markets on the beach, visitors will experience a vibrant local culture.

The cost of living in Jimbaran is relatively low at around 479 pounds sterling (approximately Rp 9,729,463) per month, making it an affordable place to explore.

Jimbaran has a safety score of 4.28 out of 5, making it one of the safest places for digital nomads and a good choice for beginners.

Top 10 Best Places in the World for Digital Nomads

1. Phuket, Thailand
2. Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
3. Krabi, Thailand
4. Colombo, Sri Lanka
5. Jimbaran, Indonesia
6. Singapore
7. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
8. Cancun, Mexico
9. Siem Reap, Cambodia
10. Canggu, Indonesia

(Also read: [Survey Jobstreet: Majority of Indonesian Workers Want a Combination Work System](https://databoks.katadata.co.id/datapublish/2022/03/09/survei-jobstreet-mayoritas-pekerja-indonesia-inginkan-sistem-kerja-kombinasi))