For some remote workers, being a digital nomad is all about geo-arbitrage: moving to a developing country where their currency, often the U.S. dollar, can go further. But this can have drawbacks, such as the lack of a pathway to permanent residency or a growing inequality between digital nomads and the local population.
Even LGBTQ-friendly destinations like South Africa and Thailand have signifiant challenges like poor air quality, unreliable electricity, and higher levels of violent crime, which may make it difficult to picture living there long-term.
Australia has long been a popular destination for vacationers, but its high cost of living makes it a less obvious choice for expats and digital nomads with a tight budget. Why should LGBTQ+ nomads consider calling it home?
Here’s are a few reasons why Australia is an under-appreciated destination for LGBTQ+ digital nomads — and how it could even become your future home.
