The 5 Best Cities with Lightning-Fast Internet for Digital Nomads

I’ve been a digital nomad for the last three years and have worked in many places around the world. Some were excellent, others… not so much. I’m happy to share with you five of my favorite cities for remote working. Having fast and reliable internet is one of the most critical things to consider when … Read more

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I’ve been a digital nomad for the last three years and have worked in many places around the world. Some were excellent, others… not so much. I’m happy to share with you five of my favorite cities for remote working.

Having fast and reliable internet is one of the most critical things to consider when deciding where to base yourself as a digital nomad. It can be – and, in my experience, often is – the difference between a dream remote working experience and a digital-induced nightmare.

I’ve done my best to include a range of locations across the world for this list. I considered several important factors, including internet speed and reliability, cost of living, access to quality coworking spaces and cafes, food scene, things to do, transport links, and overall lifestyle and livability.

1. Chiang Mai, Thailand

It’s not difficult to see why Chiang Mai has been a favorite among digital nomads ever since digital nomads were a thing. The internet here is fast and reliable, with average speeds close to 100 Mbps. Many coworking spaces offer even faster private connections, so it’s a great place to get stuff done.

Chiang Mai has a huge digital nomad community making it easy to meet and socialize with other remote workers. The weather is hot year-round, prices are still relatively low (although quite a bit higher than when I first visited 15 years ago!), and Thai food is absolutely delicious.

As you’d expect, there are many high-