Nomads, what food do you crave from the destinations you've visited? I can't stop thinking about Indonesia's gado-gado.
Piotrek Bodera
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Time zones stopped being an obstacle the day I learned to write clearly. From the start of my career, I focused on one skill: written communication. Clear emails. Solid documentation. Precise client chats. When your message is crystal clear, calls become optional. That's my leverage. While others struggle
Work never stops when your office is everywhere. That's the trap I fell into as a nomad. No commute means no mental switch between work and life. I learned this the hard way in Bali, answering emails at midnight because “it's just one more thing.” Now
Geo-blocking isn't just about missing your Netflix shows. It cuts deeper for creators like me. For example, in China, Cambodia, Indonesia, my audience can't access YouTube, Spotify, or Instagram. Local policies block them out. That means my content never reaches them. That's why I
The Social Web is happening. One handle. Multiple platforms. No gatekeepers. My @piotrek@nerdontour.net works everywhere. Threads. Mastodon. Ghost. Flipboard. This is how the internet was meant to be. Interoperable, decentralized, diverse. Early days? Absolutely. But I'm thrilled about the possibilities. Follow me wherever you are.
Think of nomading like camping. You pack up, explore the world, and collect experiences. But the tent can come down whenever you want. There's no shame in returning home. I've seen too many nomads force themselves to keep moving when they're clearly done. Do
Teens are ditching social media. Facebook dropped from 71% to 32%. Instagram's stalling. Even TikTok is slowing down. That's wonderful! They see through the ad-driven engagement traps. Instead of endless scrolling, they're choosing Discord hangouts, gaming sessions, and actual face time with friends. That&
Building a location-independent business isn't about escaping the office. It's about designing freedom on your terms. I've learned that remote income requires: 1. Globally universal skills. 2. Clients who value results over presence. 3. Systems that run without you. The digital nomad lifestyle sounds
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Previous PostsCycling in Copenhagen 2025
September 16, 2025
Pedaling past royal palaces, sweeping canals, and wind-powered skylines, we discovered Copenhagen’s soul from a bike saddle — seamless trains to Sweden, street food in shipping containers, and lanes built for two wheels. Dive in and ride along on our Danish detour.
One week in Vienna in 2025
September 9, 2025
From soaring above Prater in a sunset swing to tapping my iPhone to tip our storyteller guide, Vienna felt like a love letter to thrill-seekers and history buffs alike. Continue reading to check out my nomad friend’s 6th reunion, chase Habsburg echoes, and film “Walking with Piotrek” in Schönbrunn.
Visiting Poland in 2025
September 2, 2025
Back in Poland after years away felt like unlocking a new Euro gem: views from Warsaw’s Palace, horseshooves echoing Kraków cobbles, Auschwitz’s hush, sugar-dusted pączki in Katowice, gnome hunts in Wrocław, glitchy trains, tap-to-pay ease, and pierogi-powered reunions. Hop in and taste the ride.
Through the stomach, to the heart — tasting Polish delicacies
August 26, 2025
Nostalgia meets wanderlust as I guide my partner — wide-eyed and hungry — through Poland’s bar mleczny ritual: steaming soups, delicous pierogi, tangy kompot. Each bite rekindles my own roots while weaving hers. Check how “through the stomach to the heart” becomes more than a saying.
European reunions and new tools
August 19, 2025
Roller-coaster years: pandemic, Ukraine war, moves from Tenerife to Kuala Lumpur—and now we’re finally back in Poland! Follow our family reunions, vegan eats in Warsaw, and the digital tools (Ghost 6.0, Hey email) that turbo-charge full-time nomading.
1-2-3 Backup Method: a simpler version of the 3-2-1 backup
August 12, 2025
Data loss still hurts—but backups need to match how we really live: mobile, cloud‑first, and always on the move. Discover the 1‑2‑3 Backup Method: every 1 file, 2 copies, 3 places. Simple, flexible, and built for nomads, it keeps your work and memories safe—wherever life takes you.
One month in Da Nang
August 5, 2025
We spent a wonderful time in Da Nang! Loved relaxing at our quiet apartment, exploring sandy beaches, and discovering tasty vegetarian cuisine. Beyond famous sights, our highlights were gaming sessions and an incredible herbal spa.
Backblaze: set it and forget it laptop backup for digital nomads
July 29, 2025
Every digital nomad knows the laptop is the heart of work and life. One accident or failure can erase it all. I've tested backups from external drives to cloud storage. Here, I share the approach that stopped my data worries, so you can focus on adventures.
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