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Apps to organize your life, $2k off European river views, & how to protect yourself from unbilled work

Hereās whatās inside this weekās issue:
The best travel, finance, and work apps for digital nomads (not just the usual suspects)
$2K off a luxe river cruise through Europe (with free perks)
Freelance script: how to push back on āquick favorsā without sounding harsh
The 2FA key that saves your logins and your sanity ā no codes, no stress
Some of the links featured in this issue are affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a small commissionāat no extra cost to you.
š² 15 Must-Have Apps for Digital Nomads in 2025
Managing life on the move isnāt easy ā but the right tech stack can make it feel a whole lot smoother. Nomad Gossip just dropped a curated list of 15 essential apps for digital nomads in 2025, covering everything from travel planning to team communication to keeping your money safe overseas.
This list isnāt just the basics. It includes smart, underrated tools that help you stay organized with task managers, collaborate across time zones, and even track your work hours automatically so you donāt lose billable time. There are travel apps to map your next stop, navigate offline when your Wi-Fi dies, and route multi-leg trips like a pro.
On the finance side, youāll find digital banks with low fees, apps to help avoid ATM surcharges, and VPNs to keep your data secure when hopping between networks. And for your well-being? A few wellness and community tools made the cut ā so youāre not just surviving on the road, but thriving.
If youāve ever caught yourself thinking, āThereās got to be a better way to handle this,ā ā this is your shortcut.
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Ready to take control of your finances, but not sure where to start? Money Pickleās free tool makes it easy. Get instantly matched with the best financial advisor for your needs from a nationwide pool of trusted professionals.
Just answer a few quick questions about your goals, and youāll be connected to an advisor who can help with investing, retirement planning, or tackling debt. Schedule an appointment & take control of your finances today!
š¦ 9 Amazon Prime Perks You Need to Be Using
Are you taking advantage of your Prime perks? Whether youāre already a member or considering signing up, here are 9 Prime benefits you should be using!
Free music/podcasts, access to lightning deals, and Whole Foods discounts are just a few of the many lesser-known perks that Amazon Prime has to offer. Make sure you're not missing out, and get the most out of your Prime membership with these 9 Amazon Prime perks you should be using!
š Discover Your Perks
š Kayaks, Jungles, and a Kids Discount
7 nights, jungle hikes, and $500 off for kids.
Kayak through Costa Ricaās tropical fjords and snorkel warm waters. Donāt forget to spot monkeys in the wild! This cruise goes full eco-mode.
Parents, youāll love the $500 kids discount. Thereās nothing left to do but sit back, relax, and explore. Nature handles the rest.
š¬ Say This, Not That
Scenario: A client asks for ājust one small thing.ā
š« Donāt say:
āSure, Iāll just do it quickly.ā
Why? It trains clients to expect free extrasāand chips away at the boundaries youāve set.
ā Say this instead:
āHappy to helpāthis falls outside the current scope, so Iāll send over a quick add-on estimate.ā
Why this works:
You set a boundary without sounding rigidāand reinforce that your time has value.
š In Other News
Steamy Kitchen is giving away a lightweight, high-performance ASUS laptopāideal for work or travel. Enter now for a chance to upgrade your tech setup.
SkyLux Travel offers up to 77% off business class fares through exclusive deals with major airline alliances like Star Alliance, Oneworld, and SkyTeam. Enjoy flexible payment options, lost baggage protection, and 24/7 expert support for destinations worldwide.
Browse free, customizable resumes designed for curator roles ā with clear layouts and role-specific examples that teach you how to tailor your resume to your employer's exact desires.
This guide breaks down simple, stress-free steps for planning your next trip ā from picking a destination to organizing your itinerary.
Metaās new toolsālike AI-powered ad formats and better sales trackingāare built to attract retail media dollars. If you run ads or sell online, these changes could shape where and how you spend your budget.
Looking for your next adventure? This curated list of 52 global destinations offers fresh ideasāwhether youāre into culture, nature, or hidden gems. Browse through exactly what makes each of these cities the perfect destination for you.
Until next week,
The Nomad Cloud Team ā ļø