Digital nomads' shifting landscapes

Two Hainan cities, emerging havens for the increasing group of remote workers, are also reaping economic benefits, Chen Bowen reports in Haikou.

Picture this: Trading the monotonous hum of fluorescent office lights for the soothing rhythm of tropical ocean waves or the quiet buzz of a cozy cafe in a centuries-old village. This is reality for digital nomads, a growing community of remote workers who blend work, passion and travel into a seamless lifestyle. In South China's Hainan province, this trend is rapidly evolving from a niche movement into a thriving way of life.

Digital nomads are location-independent professionals who leverage technology to work from anywhere: be it home, a coffee shop or even a beach.

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