Matt Kepnes
American budget-travel writer who publishes as Nomadic Matt. Author of How to Travel the World on $50 a Day; runs nomadicmatt.com, a long-running site of destination guides, packing advice and gear recommendations.
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Self-employed people lack the safety net protections that come with a corporate job.
when you work for yourself, you lack the kind of safety net protections you get with a corporate job.
nomadicmatt.comSaid 18 Jun 2026This on korrents
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Travel insurance is the most important thing to take on a trip, because it protects everything else
While not technically a piece of gear, travel insurance is something you need on the road. In fact, it’s the MOST IMPORTANT thing you need, because it protects all your other gear.
nomadicmatt.comSaid 26 Mar 2026This on korrents
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From one piece Nomad Citizen: A New Social Safety Net for Entrepreneurs 2 beliefs · nomadicmatt.com
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Freelancers and sole traders working across borders are essentially uninsurable for income loss through conventional schemes, such as government assistance.
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when you work for yourself, you lack the kind of safety net protections you get with a corporate job.
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Travel insurance is the most important thing to take on a trip, because it protects everything elseTheir words
While not technically a piece of gear, travel insurance is something you need on the road. In fact, it’s the MOST IMPORTANT thing you need, because it protects all your other gear.
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Trtl PillowTheir words
That’s why I love the Trtl Pillow. It’s one of the only travel pillows that offers unparalleled neck support.
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Moleskine NotebookTheir words
I never leave home without one of these. Not only do I use them for work (I'm constantly taking notes and writing down ideas) but I also use them to keep track of my travels so I have something to look back on.
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Celiac Travel CardsTheir words
If you or someone you love has Celiac disease, these travel cards are a useful resource! (Use the code NOMADICMATT for 10% off!)
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DryFoxTheir words
Instead, get a travel towel. They're a compact, quick-drying solution that every backpacker needs. (Use code "nomadicmatt" for 15% off your purchase!)
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LifeStrawTheir words
LifeStraw is an awesome brand that sells bottles with built in water filters. The filters last 5 years so you save money on changing them too.
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Lovedaffiliate linkrcmnd.app
SuavsTheir words
They are flexible, light, washable, and breathable. I love them!
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Lovedaffiliate linkrcmnd.app
Flash 55Their words
My favorite bag is the Flash 55 from REI (I actually prefer the slightly smaller Flash 45, but it's been discontinued).
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Unbound MerinoTheir words
I really love the material, they're comfortable, they hardly ever need a wash, and they last forever!
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AwayTheir words
Away is my go-to brand for durable, quality luggage. Their hard shell carry-on suitcases are lightweight and fit perfectly into overheard bins, ensuring you have plenty of room for all your gear while still letting you travel carry-on only.
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KindleTheir words
Personally, I prefer physical books when I travel. However, I can't argue against the convenience and simplicity of the Kindle.
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GoProTheir words
If you want something better than your phone but still easy to use, get a GoPro. They're durable and take incredible photos and videos without a steep learning curve.
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Bose QuietComfort 45Their words
The wireless Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones are fan favorites and my go-to brand. They are comfortable, rechargeable, and do an amazing job at removing background noise.
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Self-employed people lack the safety net protections that come with a corporate job.
when you work for yourself, you lack the kind of safety net protections you get with a corporate job.
Nomad Citizen: A New Social Safety Net for Entrepreneurs Said 18 Jun 2026
Freelancers and sole traders who work across borders are effectively uninsurable for income loss through conventional schemes like government assistance.
Freelancers and sole traders working across borders are essentially uninsurable for income loss through conventional schemes, such as government assistance.
Nomad Citizen: A New Social Safety Net for Entrepreneurs Said 18 Jun 2026
Travel insurance is the most important thing to take on a trip, because it protects everything else
While not technically a piece of gear, travel insurance is something you need on the road. In fact, it’s the MOST IMPORTANT thing you need, because it protects all your other gear.
My Favorite Gear for Travelers Said 26 Mar 2026
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Recommends Bose QuietComfort 45
The wireless Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones are fan favorites and my go-to brand. They are comfortable, rechargeable, and do an amazing job at removing background noise.
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Recommends GoPro
If you want something better than your phone but still easy to use, get a GoPro. They're durable and take incredible photos and videos without a steep learning curve.
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Mixed on Kindle
Personally, I prefer physical books when I travel. However, I can't argue against the convenience and simplicity of the Kindle.
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
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Recommends Away
Away is my go-to brand for durable, quality luggage. Their hard shell carry-on suitcases are lightweight and fit perfectly into overheard bins, ensuring you have plenty of room for all your gear while still letting you travel carry-on only.
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Loved Unbound Merino
I really love the material, they're comfortable, they hardly ever need a wash, and they last forever!
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Loved Flash 55
My favorite bag is the Flash 55 from REI (I actually prefer the slightly smaller Flash 45, but it's been discontinued).
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Loved Suavs
They are flexible, light, washable, and breathable. I love them!
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Recommends LifeStraw
LifeStraw is an awesome brand that sells bottles with built in water filters. The filters last 5 years so you save money on changing them too.
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Recommends DryFox
Instead, get a travel towel. They're a compact, quick-drying solution that every backpacker needs. (Use code "nomadicmatt" for 15% off your purchase!)
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Recommends Celiac Travel Cards
If you or someone you love has Celiac disease, these travel cards are a useful resource! (Use the code NOMADICMATT for 10% off!)
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Uses Moleskine Notebook
I never leave home without one of these. Not only do I use them for work (I'm constantly taking notes and writing down ideas) but I also use them to keep track of my travels so I have something to look back on.
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Loved Trtl Pillow
That’s why I love the Trtl Pillow. It’s one of the only travel pillows that offers unparalleled neck support.
nomadicmatt.com 26 Mar 2026
affiliate link
Where they publish
Blog nomadicmatt.com Kepnes's budget-travel site: destination guides, packing advice and his gear recommendations.
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- Holafly Plans: The Best eSIM Plan for Long Term Travelers 28 Jul 2026 There are a lot of eSIM companies in the world. They all work a similar way: you download their app, pick your package, install the eSIM into your smartphone, and off you go. There’s many I like. But one I like more tha…
- Nomad Citizen: A New Social Safety Net for Entrepreneurs 18 Jun 2026 If you’re a digital nomad or a location-independent business owner, you’re either overpaying for fragmented insurance coverage (travel, medical, etc.) or just badly underinsured. You have a health plan, travel insurance…
- Faye Travel Insurance: The Best New Company Out there 3 Jun 2026 We may receive compensation from Faye as an advertising partner. However, this does not influence our evaluations. Our opinions are our own. I’ve been writing about travel for nearly two decades and, in that time, I’ve…
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- Madrid 5-Day Itinerary: A Guide to Culture, Gastronomy, and Local Life 6 May 2026 Home to some 3.5 million people, Madrid is the capital of Spain and the country’s largest city. Though it’s somewhat sprawling, the city boasts stunning architecture, incredible food, and an energetic nightlife that str…
- Capital One Venture Business Card Review 1 May 2026 If you’re a traveler like me, chances are you’re always on the lookout for ways to make your trips more affordable. That’s why I collect points and miles: they help me lower my travel costs so I can spend my money on wh…
- Outsite Review: The Best Place to Stay for Digital Nomads 24 Apr 2026 Balancing travel and remote work will always be one of the biggest challenges on the road. When you’re a digital nomad, it’s always a struggle to balance sightseeing and also get your work done in a nice, quiet environm…
- How the Antigravity 360 Drone Will Change Your Travels 23 Apr 2026 Drones are huge. And, while there’s lots of restrictions around them, a lot of travelers take them on road because they produce some amazing sweeping aerial shots. There’s lots of amazing brands out there but one that I…
- Why This Company is One of the Best for Finding Work 3 Apr 2026 Most travel is extractive and passive. You show up somewhere, take photos of the same landmarks everyone else takes photos of, eat at a restaurant the guidebook recommended, and hit up some bars. You take some tours to…
- Don’t Visit Ko Lipe 23 Feb 2026 After 19 years, I finally went back to Ko Lipe, the Thai island I spent close to a month on in 2006. Back then, it was one of those super off-the-beaten-path destinations that few but the most intrepid travelers visited…
- How I Got My Visa to France 16 Feb 2026 I’ve been in love with France ever since my first trip to Bordeaux in 2010. Friends I had met back in Thailand showed me around the area and introduced me to French culture. It was my first time in France and I loved th…
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