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Lifestyle · Opinion

Is the Digital Nomad Dream Dead?

The hype has faded, but the lifestyle is more real than ever. A grounded 2026 reality check on visas, costs, burnout and what actually works, from Phuket.

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Lifestyle

What Expat Life in Phuket Is Really Like

The best neighbourhoods, real monthly costs, and the trade-offs nobody tells you about.

9 min read · Phuket
Families

Expat Families: Schools & Schooling in Phuket

International schools, real fee ranges, and how to choose for 2026.

10 min read · Guide
Opinion

Is the Digital Nomad Dream Dead?

A 2026 reality check on the DTV visa, costs, loneliness and what lasts.

8 min read · Lifestyle

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