Why Hoi An is a ‘permant stay’ place for digital nomads?

Hoi An is a popular destination for digital nomads who wish to mix online work with local living due to its affordability, stunning scenery, and architectural design.

After COVID-19, “digital nomads” have become a work trend. The majority of digital nomads are from wealthy nations, and they aim to work and travel while residing for an extended period of time in a place with a respectable standard of living and tourism potential. The spending budget is the primary determinant of where digital nomads travel, with local cultural identity and tourism services coming in second and third.

According to travel news website Travel Off Path, digital nomads from all over the world are taking an interest in Hoi An city. The reasons why foreign visitors choose to live and work remotely in Hoi An for several months or perhaps a year were also highlighted by this news source.

In general, travelers from the West find Vietnam to be appealing. Visitor quality of life is readily high enough for visitors from rich countries because of the low cost of living. Food costs and rental fees are quite modest in Hoi An. Furthermore, guests can extend their stay without having to reapply for a visa once a month thanks to the open visa policy.

According to the American travel news website, the monthly cost of living in Hoi An is approximately 840 USD (21 million), which includes the rent for the housing and other daily expenses. This is a lot less than the rent in any well-known American or European city. Hoi An is known for its wonderful and affordable food. Pho costs less than $2 a bowl.

Digital travelers find Hoi An attractive due to its unique culture and ancient architecture. This ancient town, with its gilded walls and “maze-like” lanes, is a perfect fusion of several civilizations. The most stunning historic Hoi An in Vietnam is reviewed on the American travel news website, bolding the allure of the past.

The next site is Hoi An, which is close to the coast and boasts a stunning beach encircled by verdant hills and mountains.

The growth of tourism services is the fourth. Hoi An offers a wide variety of cozy lodging options as well as both traditional and Western-style dining establishments.

Hoi An scored 73.94 out of 100 on the Nomad List ranking, a global digital nomad trend update platform, which was released at the start of the year. The city was noted for its clean food and beautiful weather. When international visitors come to Vietnam, their primary concern is always food safety.

The concern for safety and security is the fifth reason Hoi An received a point. There isn’t the busy traffic scene found in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City; instead, the atmosphere is calm here. Even while Hoi An’s pace of life is far slower than that of other cities, there’s still a certain buzz to the tourist-filled ancient town.

Hoi An is also less likely to commit fraud, robbery, or dispute. According to a US travel news website, there is virtually little safety risk in Hoi An. Locals are thought to be polite and nice.

According to Travel Off Path, foreigners with valid passports can spend three months exploring a tranquil city like Hoi An. About 2,520 USD (64 million VND) is the entire cost, which is significantly less than in other Asian nations. Visitors must budget roughly 2,961 USD (75 million VND) per month in Tokyo, Japan, and roughly 4,233 USD (107 million VND) per month in Singapore.

Bich Phuong (Travel Off Path)