The New Nomad: How Travel is Becoming an Integrated Part of Life
We are watching a fascinating shift unfold. Travel, once a way to step outside your life, is becoming an integral part of it. It’s not just about vacations anymore. It’s about creating a life where work, exploration, and life move fluidly together.
Let’s dive into what’s happening, what it means, and where we might be headed.
Work, Life, and the Rise of the New Nomads
Not long ago, the idea of leaving behind a 9-5 job to work remotely from a beach in Bali or a cabin in the Alps seemed… impossible. Today? It’s a reality for millions. Remote work has exploded, and people are discovering that they can take their lives—and their laptops—anywhere.
Enter, the digital nomad. We’ve all heard of them by this point. Maybe even some of you identify as them. If so, you know that as soon as you get the idea to leave the 9-5 to start traveling something deeper changes inside of you - your identity starts shifting. You’re faced with questions such as:
What is my purpose now?
Who am I without the traditional career identity?
What do I value most in life?
How do I balance freedom with structure?
This, however, is not another blog post about the digital nomad.
I mean, personally I think the digital nomad label is great to quickly explain to someone how I live and work BUT the “digital nomad” is just an example, or maybe the epitome, of the bigger flexibilisation that our society is going through. Everyone is facing more opportunities today when it comes to flexible work and living. And not only that, we are expecting it. A survey by Indeed revealed that 54% of Gen Z workers would decline a role without flexible scheduling, while a LinkedIn study found that 72% of Gen Z employees have left or considered leaving a job due to lack of flexibility. And for many, high up on that list of things they want to spend their new found time doing is.. traveling.
A New Definition of “Home”
As people move around more freely, the concept of “home” is changing too. Is it where you were born? Where you pay rent? Or is it something you create, wherever you are?
For many, home is becoming fluid. Having multiple bases instead of one is becoming a reality for more and more people. Some families are embracing “worldschooling,” turning the world into their children’s classroom. Professionals are finding community in co-working spaces from Mexico City to Lisbon. Relationships are thriving across borders, as couples and friends meet in “third places” to share life and work.
But while this freedom is exhilarating, it also comes with challenges. How do you build stability when everything feels in motion? How do you create meaningful connections when your environment is constantly changing? These are the questions we hear from our community all the time—and the ones we’ve had to answer for ourselves.
The Challenges of a Flexible Life
Let’s not romanticize it: this shift isn’t easy. Breaking free from the 9-5 is one thing. Designing a life that actually works outside of that structure is another.
The challenges are real. Time zones can wreak havoc on schedules. Moving constantly can lead to burnout. And without a clear sense of purpose or direction, the freedom that comes with a lifestyle on the go can feel more like being untethered than empowered.
This is where self-leadership becomes critical. We call it Life Design—a process of aligning your values, priorities, and goals so that you can create a life that supports your well-being, no matter where you are. It’s about finding stability within yourself, even when everything else is in flux.
Why This Movement Feels So Natural
If this new way of living feels exciting, it’s because it taps into something deeply human. For most of our history, humans were nomadic. We moved to survive, to explore, to connect. The urge to wander—to see what’s beyond the horizon—is built into who we are.
And while the digital age may have sparked this new wave of mobility, it’s also our biology, our curiosity, and our need for growth that are fueling it.
At the same time, the tools we have today—from remote work platforms to global co-living spaces—are making it easier than ever to embrace this lifestyle. What was once reserved for a small group of adventurers is now available to anyone willing to take the leap.
Building the Future Together
Here’s the thing: this shift isn’t just about travel. We believe this shift is an opportunity to rethink how we work, live, and connect. It’s about creating a world where we’re not bound by outdated structures but free to design lives that align with who we truly are.
That’s what excites us most: the possibility.
But we know it’s not something anyone can figure out alone. God knows we had our ups and downs figuring out who we were in this new lifestyle and what we wanted. It took time. But it gets to take time. It should take time. Because figuring out what you truly want from life shouldn’t be something you take lightly - it’s your life.
That’s why we’re here—not just as a business, but as fellow travelers on this journey. Whether it’s through coaching, retreats, or simply starting a conversation, we’re committed to helping you navigate this exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) new reality.
So, what does this shift mean for you? How do you see travel, work, and life fitting together? What excites you about this movement—and what challenges are you facing?
Because at the end of the day, this is a future we’re all building together. And we can’t wait to see where it takes us.
Hedda