If you’re in the second group, we have a few suggestions for items to tote with you to these rural areas. We know part of being a digital nomad is traveling light, but trust us: you don’t want to be caught in a tricky situation without these essentials. We suggest that digital nomads traveling off the beaten path always bring the following things. Carrying a snack is an easy fix to keep your energy (and mood) up. We recommend healthier things that won’t melt (nuts, dried fruit, dried meat) but honestly, anything you can comfortably carry and that doesn’t need refrigeration is game here. Snacks are especially important if you have a medical condition, like diabetes, pregnancy, or significant dietary restrictions. But even if you don’t, it’s a great idea to keep food on hand, just in case. If you have other, bigger electronics that you use throughout the day, you might also want a dedicated power bank. We suggest including things like band-aids for cuts, aloe for sunburns, and over-the-counter pain medications. These items might be harder to find in more rural locations. If a credit or debit card doesn’t work somewhere, cash should, and vice versa.
IDProof of insuranceProof of COVID-19 vaccination
This includes everything you might need in a car-related jam, such as:
Spare tire Tire jack Jumper cables Road flares Ice melt Shovel
The best service depends on where you’re located and where you’re planning to go. Apart from other practical reasons, if your phone service fails in an emergency, you’ll have another form of contact if you also have Wi-Fi. If mobile Wi-Fi isn’t an option, you can also try a mobile hotspot or cell signal booster.
