I've actually used Sojourn Travel Consultants last year when I was planning my transition to a digital nomad lifestyle. Going into it, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I found their process to be surprisingly thorough and tailored. They started with an in-depth consultation where they took the time to understand my professional commitments, personal interests, and travel goals. This helped them craft a personalized plan that included recommendations for destinations that were aligned with my work-life balance needs and personal interests.
One of the unique insights they offered was about tax implications and legal considerations for remote work in various countries, which isn't something I had fully considered on my own. They provided access to a network of local experts who helped me navigate the bureaucracy, which was invaluable. In terms of work logistics, they also advised on co-working spaces and digital infrastructure in each location, which saved me a lot of trial and error.
The plans they provide are quite customizable. They offer options to tweak destinations and durations based on your preferences, and they were open to incorporating spontaneous changes I wanted to make. This flexibility was a key factor for me since I value the ability to adapt my plans as new interests or opportunities arise.
Regarding cost versus value, while their services weren't cheap, I found the investment worthwhile. Their expertise saved me a considerable amount of time, and potentially costly mistakes, that could have resulted from arranging everything independently. If you're someone who prefers to have a structure that still allows adaptability, then they may be suitable for you.
If you're just getting started with the digital nomad lifestyle, I think their guidance can provide a strong foundation. However, if you're more experienced, you might weigh the cost against your capacity to self-organize.
Have you already decided on specific countries or regions where you're looking to spend your time? They had some particularly good insights for Southeast Asia and South America that might be useful for you. Let me know if there's any specific part of the process you'd like more information about!