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Hi there! I am Max, a web programmer and a musician from Montreal that enjoys traveling the world while working. It's been over 5 years since I left my home to become a digital nomad, living and working all over the world. With a passion for exploring new places, I've visited 56 countries so far. My goal is to share my authentic traveling experiences, my wonderful ( and not so great :) ) times while living in exotic and far-flung places to help and encourage other people to achieve their travel dreams affordably and with ease.

Travel more, live authentic experiences in the most remote areas of the world. Discovering the world affordably, safely, in comfort (and even in luxury) is absolutely possible! You just need to know how...

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