Astrid and I met at an ecstatic dance party in a forest meadow in Bulgaria. Really! Not only do we love to dance like hippies but we also love dogs. If you do, too, consider supporting Bansko Street Dogs, which provides neutering, shelter, and feeding programs for stray dogs.
Finding Friends on the Road
Astrid is really plugged into the global nomad community, regularly attending nomad festivals, cruises, and meet-ups around the world. Below, she shares how her connections with like-minded travelers feed her soul.
9 Fun Facts
First name: Astrid
Age Range: 40s
Nationality: The Netherlands
Nomadic Stance: Part-Time
Last Corporate Job: Marketing & Events Manager
Current Job: Business & Human Design Coach
Favorite Country: New Zealand
Next Stop: Japan
What do you like best about the nomadic life? Freedom
2 Questions
1) What are the advantages of being part of a nomad community? Being part of a nomad community is not only a great way to combat loneliness while traveling, but also fulfills a human basic need to ‘belong’. Being surrounded by like-minded people, you don’t have to explain your lifestyle, and it’s a great way to experience new perspectives, (business) connections, and resources you won’t get if you fly solo.
2) Any tips on making friends / connecting with folks on the road? Dancing Salsa or Bachata is a great way to find a digital nomad community! Dancing is a universal language and dance socials happen all around the world, especially in destinations where digital nomads gather. 🦋
Are you interested in attending a nomad event? What is stopping you from checking one out? What would tempt you to attend?
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Christened “Wander Woman” by National Geographic, Erin Michelson is a professional speaker and author of the Nomad Life™ series of travel books and guides, including the #1-ranked “Explore the World with Nomads.”
As a Bulgarian, I am curious where exactly was that ecstatic dance party in a forest meadow?