Paris has always been a magnet for travelers from all over the world, it is one of the most iconic cities in the world, with more than its fair share of romantic locations, thriving neighborhoods and a unique Parisian feel that you just can't get anywhere else. It's no wonder Paris is at the top of everyone's travel bucket list, and if you're a digital nomad too, it's worth seriously considering Paris as your independent home for a while. Sure, it may not be the cheapest destination, but it's by far the most iconic and memorable. Here's a guide to help you set up store in Paris and make the most of your time there.
Despite being a tourist hotspot and a busy business city, there is a wonderfully vibrant scene in all corners of the city. There is also a growing number of "digital nomads" who, like many other communities around the world, are very supportive of each other and hold regular gatherings to help newcomers make like-minded friends. It's worth checking out the "Paris Digital Nomads" meetup group and getting involved. They have lots of great advice to get you started and with regular meetups you'll soon be surrounded by lots of people willing to help you. In my experience, this is very valuable and can make your experience a great one."Nomades Digitaux", like many other communities around the world, support each other and hold regular meetups to help newbies make like-minded friends. It's worth checking out the "Parisian Digital Nomads" meetup group and getting involved. They have lots of great advice to get you started and with regular meetups, you'll soon be surrounded by people willing to help you out. In my experience, this is very valuable and can make your experience a great one.
When you finally fly to Paris to begin your adventure, there are many things to arrange. I recommend making this transition as easy and painless as possible. First impressions make all the difference and you will want to arrive in style, relaxed and ready to take on this new challenge. So let's start at the airport and pre-book your airport transfer on a site like Black Lane so it's a breeze to get to your short term rental and plenty of time to take advantage of public transportation later, but trust me, it's worth spending a little extra to keep morale high when you first arrive.
I recommend booking a short term rental for at least a week, or two weeks if you can, to give yourself time to acclimate. There are many amazing apartments to choose from on sites like AirBNB and Wimdu. Don't stay in a hotel as they are not the experience you want in Paris and you will have to transition to an apartment anyway, so it's best to start in that environment. Two weeks should give you plenty of time to find the right long-term apartment for rent. I always say that the beginning of any new place is the most crucial, so spending money on a comfortable arrival and a comfortable environment will help you make a better decision. You don't want to start off stressed out and make rash decisions just to make a quick change.
Another option in Paris is to use myDriver. this is a car service that will take you from A to B easily with your own driver. You can easily book a car 24 hours in advance through myDriver's app or website, and the price is fixed. You pay in advance, so you won't have any unexpected costs.
This may seem like a strange suggestion, but when you are working in Paris, make sure to get outside. Your apartment is likely small and a perfectly comfortable home, but not the best environment to work in. If there's one thing Paris does well, it's cafes! All cafes now have great wifi. All cafes now have pretty good WIFI, and public WIFI services covering the entire city center are on the rise. The metro in Paris is cheap and very accessible, so you have plenty of opportunities to explore the city and work on some of the most iconic landmarks in the world. Paris is really about immersing yourself in the history, culture and romance of the city, and there's really no reason to call Paris home if you don't enjoy it all.
