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Begin your journey in… Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Playa del Carmen, Mexico, is an awesome spot to work remotely and soak in the good life. First off, the place is drop-dead gorgeous – white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and lush jungles everywhere. It's like nature's personal spa day every day, setting the perfect scene for some creative magic to happen. Plus, the soothing sounds of the waves are like a built-in meditation track.You can take great care of yourself here- Playa's got plenty of yoga studios, wellness centers, gyms and organic markets. You'll be surrounded by others who are all about living their best, healthiest lives. And the food – you can find pretty much everything here besides the delicious, local and authentic mexican food, since "PDC" is a common vacation destination, there is a variety of international eats as well. And guess what? Living in Playa del Carmen won't burn a hole in your wallet. It's generally quite affordable, which means you can rent a great place, work from your comfortable apartment, and chow down at awesome restaurants with a pretty modest budget. So you can focus on rocking your yoga or wellness biz while enjoying the good life. Unplug on the weekends for some deep healing in Tulum, or an outdoor adventure, exploring the nearby Cenotes or Mayan Ruins.Three tips to ease the overwhelm of taking your biz on the road? Read on, friend...1) Plan and Prioritize: When starting to travel and work remotely as an entrepreneur, planning is crucial. Create a travel itinerary that aligns with your work commitments and includes essential travel logistics like accommodation, reliable internet access, and time zone differences. Prioritize your work tasks by setting clear goals and schedules to ensure productivity on the road.2) Travel Light and Efficient: As you begin to travel with your biz, it's important to pack efficiently and carry only what you need. Opt for versatile and practical clothing (think about the items that you wear regularly and can't live without), compact travel accessories, and a lightweight laptop. If you have more specific wellness-focused items that you want to bring, consider less clothes= more space for self-care. This will make it easier to move around, reduce travel stress, and allow you to focus on your work without being weighed down by excess baggage.3) Commit to Work-Life Balance: It can be tempting to work around the clock when you're in a new and exciting location, if you don't know anyone, or if you're building or scaling your biz. But it's essential to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Set boundaries and allocate specific work hours, and then make time to explore, relax, and enjoy the local culture. Finding a routine that balances your work commitments with leisure activities will help prevent burnout and make the most of your location independent experience."Who's this mystery woman with all the top-tier travel and biz tips?" I'm glad you asked!Hey, I'm Ali Temple 👋 I've been traveling full-time since 2020, growing my remote Retreat & Mentoring biz from the Tropics since I left my home in Los Angeles over 3 years ago.When I'm not leading sold-out yoga retreats around the world for Empaths and sensitive humans, I'm passionate about coaching and mentoring other yoga teachers and "Wellnesspreneurs" on how to begin building their own remote dream biz and how to get started with a location independent lifestyle (trust me, I've learned a-LOT over the past few years).Many of my clients don't realize that the freedom and flexibility that this lifestyle offers is actually quite attainable. When you have the right support and strategies in place, plus the courage to trust in what is possible for you and start taking action towards your dreams! I'm here to show you the way, so you don't get overwhelmed or burned-out in the process.Looking for a little more guidance? Check out these easy simple and free resources!1) Subscribe to the Traveling Wellnesspreneur Podcast! Where I share weekly inspiration and tips around traveling sustainably while running your remote biz. 2) Join us in the Traveling Wellnesspreneurs Facebook Community You'll connect with other like-minded entrepreneurs who are interested in starting a location independent lifestyle (or already rocking it). Don't forge to share your quiz results with us!3) Connect with me on Instagram. Share your quiz results in your stories and tag me (@alitempleyoga) so I can celebrate your results with you!P.S. Look out for me in your inbox – I'll be popping in with travel and biz tips based on your results!