Download Google Translate offline for each country before you arrive! Also learn "hello," "thank you," and "how much?" in the local language - locals light up when you try 😊 #DigitalNomad #SEA

Bowing slightly when greeting elders in Thailand, removing shoes before entering homes across SEA, and always using both hands when receiving business cards - small gestures that show huge respect ✨ #DigitalNomad

Just survived 3 months across Thailand, Vietnam & Malaysia! Pro tip: Buy SIM cards at airports - way better coverage than tourist shops in cities. Malaysia had the most reliable internet overall 📶 #DigitalNomad

Renting a motorbike in SEA? Always check brakes & tires first. Carry your passport copy, not original. Night riding = extra risky on rural roads. #DigitalNomad

Coworking spaces in Thailand/Vietnam saved my productivity! AC beats the heat, reliable wifi, and the coffee shop vibe keeps me focused. Pro tip: book morning slots before the afternoon crowds 🌴 #digitalnomad

Just swapped my 5th SIM card this month hopping through SEA 🤳 Pro tip: Get unlimited data plans locally vs expensive roaming. Thailand's AIS & Singapore's Singtel = gold standard. Vietnam's Viettel works great too. Always grab airport kiosks for instant activation! #DigitalNomad

Just tested internet speeds across 6 SEA countries as a nomad. Thailand's AIS and Singapore's Singtel were rock solid. Malaysia's Hotlink surprised me with great coverage. Pro tip: Buy SIM cards at airports - they're legit and often cheaper than tourist areas! #DigitalNomad

Just got hit with a $25 ATM fee in Bangkok 😤 Pro tip: Open a Charles Schwab account before you travel - they reimburse ALL ATM fees worldwide. Also, Wise beats bank transfers every time for moving money between countries. Learned this the expensive way! #digitalnomad

SEA apartment hunting reality check: Always visit in person (photos lie!), check water pressure & wifi speed first thing, and negotiate rent - it's expected. Most importantly, ask neighbors about noise levels. Learned this the hard way in Bangkok 😅 #DigitalNomad #SEALife

Just did my 3rd Vietnam border run this year 🇻🇳 Pro tip: Always carry extra passport photos and have backup accommodation bookings ready. Immigration loves to see your "plan." Also, that 3am bus to Cambodia hits different when you're scrambling before visa expires! #digitalnomad