The 11 real ways digital nomads actually make friends | Ep 211

Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts

In this episode, Jeff and Marisa dive deep into what it really takes to build meaningful friendships while traveling, and the biggest reasons people end up lonely while chasing the dream.

Episode Highlights:

🏡 Coliving Spaces: The Good, the Boutique, and the IsolatedNot all coliving is created equal. How to find the ones that actually build community (and which ones feel like glorified hostels).

🌍 WiFi Tribe: Built-In Friends or Emotional Crutch?Reflections on how structured nomad groups like WiFi Tribe help or hinder your ability to build your own community.

💻 Coworking Spaces: Connection Hub or Just a Desk?We unpack the myth of coworking as a social space—and what actually happens when you're head-down behind a laptop.

🏐 Sports Groups: The Friend-Making Hack You’re Probably IgnoringWhy pickup volleyball, spikeball, pickleball and casual leagues might be the most natural way to meet real friends without trying.

🕵️ [00:50] Debunking the Big Lies of Nomad FriendshipsWe challenge common advice we’ve seen online, from meetups to Facebook groups to coworking-based assumptions.

🎧 Tune in if you’ve ever felt lonely while living the dream, or just want to build deeper friendships wherever you are in the world.

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