Here at Nomad Deals, we uncover the latest travel bargains and hacks…but not everyone is happy about it.

“Make this the last post so you don’t ruin [it] for the people already here,” one viewer pleaded on the recent Japan video.

As they say, don’t shoot the messenger!

This Week in Nomad Deals

🛂Taiwan Nomad Visa: Taiwan’s digital nomad visa is officially open for application.

📈Trending Destinations: These under-the-radar hotspots are seeing more interest from travelers in 2025.

💰Country Bargains: Japan and Brazil are two big bargains for 2025.

Visas

Taiwan Nomad Visa Launches

Taiwan officially launched its new digital nomad visa yesterday 🥳

This visa aimed at remote workers will allow holders to stay for six months. Requirements include the following:

• a minimum salary of $40,000 ($20,000 if under age 30).

• bank deposits averaging at least $10,000 over the previous six months.

• proof of health insurance.

Note that this visa is distinct from Taiwan’s existing Gold Card, which caters to a more exclusive group of foreigners in skilled occupations.

Read More: Visit the official Taiwan government website for more info, and check out our ultimate guide to digital nomad visas for the full list.

Trends

Airbnb’s Trending Destinations for 2025

Digital nomad hotspots are getting hotter than ever, which is why we predict that there will be spillover to lesser-known locales in 2025.

Airbnb recently released its list of destinations with the biggest increase in search activity in 2025 vs. last year. Some of these names will be familiar to Nomad Deals readers (we flagged a few of them in 2023 and 2024), but remain under-the-radar for many digital nomads and world travelers.

Be sure to book your accommodations… before the Instagram crowd finds out 🤫

Exchange Rates

Two Country Bargains for the New Year