Traveling While Working Remote: My Noma Collective Edition in Belize
Remote work sounds like the perfect way to see the world - and in a lot of ways, it is. But here’s what I’ve learned: it’s easy to travel, hard to connect. Most people I meet are on vacation, in and out before I’ve had time to make a friend, and I end up juggling work with a side of FOMO. Enter Noma Collective: a way to travel while working remote that doesn’t just give you a desk with a view, but a whole crew to share it with.
When I first heard about Noma Collective, the promise was irresistible: bring your job, work from anywhere, build community, have adventures on the weekends, and let someone else take care of the logistics. Their trips are typically 3-4 weeks in amazing destinations, with everything planned for you - accommodation, reliable WiFi, co-working spaces, excursions, and events. They even have community managers (shoutout to Sarah!) who become part friend, part planner, making sure your time there runs smoothly.
The Belize Edition felt like the right time and place to try Noma, and it ended up being so much more than I expected.
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What Noma Collective Is (So You Know What You’re Getting Into)
When you join an Edition, the idea is simple: you bring your work, and Noma handles everything else. That includes:
Comfortable, inspiring accommodation.
Reliable WiFi and co-working spaces designed for remote work.
Weekly wellness sessions like yoga or meditation.
Group dinners and events that bring people together.
Weekend adventures that make traveling while working remote a real thing.
Before you arrive, you’re added to a Slack group with your fellow remote workers. After your Edition, you join an alumni network to keep the connections going long after you’ve packed your bags.
A Typical Day in the Life Working Remotely in Belize
Most mornings started with coffee by the water - sometimes yoga, sometimes a quick walk to wake up before diving into my inbox. My “office” was never the same: one day a shaded co-working table by the pool, the next a hammock, the next my patio overlooking the lagoon. (Productivity tip: hammocks are not ideal for Zoom calls, but they do wonders for morale).
Afternoons were more flexible. If there was time, I’d slip off for a swim, grab lunch with someone new, or head into Placencia Village. Once work wrapped up, evenings turned into unwind hours: organized group dinners, games, and watching the sunset somewhere with new friends. Weekends meant bigger adventures organized by Noma - snorkeling, boat rides, jungle hikes, and immersing in local life together. It felt a little like an adult summer camp…if summer camp also included answering Slack messages and taking client calls.
Excursions in Belize with Noma
On weekends, Noma offers add-on excursions that showcase what makes the destination unique. In Belize, that looked like catamaran trips out to the cayes and a guided journey into the famous ATM Cave. They were so aligned with what I would’ve planned anyway that I ended up saying yes to most of them.
One highlight was the Cockscombs Jaguar Preserve waterfall hike. The hike was strenuous (especially after a night out in Placencia Village!), but our guide was fantastic, and the views/dip in the waterfall at the top was more than worth it. Plus, our group’s collective struggle to hike in 90 degree heat with humidity bonded us in the best way possible. It was exactly what I hoped traveling while working remote could be: work and adventure sharing the same calendar.
A Local Favorite
The Placencia Yacht Club quickly became our unofficial headquarters. We’d wander over after work, order a round, and stay for the sunset without even realizing how much time had passed. Some nights it was just a few of us decompressing by the water, other nights the whole crew showed up, and somehow we ended up closing the place down more than once. It became that go-to spot where the day naturally shifted from work mode to vacation mode, and where some of my favorite memories were made.
What I Took Away
Being in Belize changed how I worked as much as where I worked. I was sharper during the day, not because I was grinding harder, but because I actually wanted to close my laptop and get out into the world.
What stuck with me most wasn’t just the beauty of Belize - it was the way Noma Collective made it possible to work without losing the experience of being somewhere new. They handled the logistics so I could focus on my job and the people around me. I left with more than just memories of sunsets and snorkeling trips - I left with a group of people who became friends, and a community that’s still alive in Slack chats and alumni connections months later.
FAQs about Noma Collective
How is Noma Collective different from solo travel?
Instead of figuring out everything yourself, Noma handles logistics, accommodations, workspaces, and events, giving you the freedom to focus on your job and the adventure.
Do I need a remote job to join Noma?
Yes - Noma is designed for people who can work online. You bring your existing remote jobs, so you can keep your career on track while traveling and working remote. While you may not be remote full time, you need to be able to work for the length of the edition.
Is the WiFi reliable for remote work?
Yes - strong WiFi is a priority. Whether you’re on calls, uploading files, or answering emails, you’ll have what you need to work smoothly.
How long are the editions?
Most run 3-4 weeks. Some people join one, others jump into several back-to-back to keep the rhythm going.
Who is this for?
Remote workers who want more than solo travel - those who want structure, community, and balance while they work and explore.
Is This for You?
If you want to travel, keep your job, and find a crew who actually knows your coffee order by week two, this might be your thing. Bring your laptop. Bring an open mind. Be ready for sunsets, shared meals, Slack pings that turn into group memes, and the reminder that working remotely doesn’t mean working alone.
Check out Noma’s upcoming editions here, or click the button! Don’t forget to use code NOMANICOLE150 for $150 off your first edition.
Thinking about joining a remote work and travel program like Noma Collective? Have questions I didn’t cover in this post, or already planning your next destination? Let me know in the comments below.
