Digital Nomad Life in Fortaleza, Brazil
Summary: Digital nomads like living in Brasilia, Brazil because of its low cost of living, vibrant culture, and excellent infrastructure. Brasilia has a population of approximately 3.1 million people. The monthly cost of living for a digital nomad in Brasilia is estimated to be around $1,000 USD. The cost to rent a centrally located, one-bedroom apartment with high-speed internet access in Brasilia is around $500 USD per month. The best neighborhood to live in is Asa Sul, as it is centrally located and has a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops. The weather in Brasilia, Brazil is generally warm and humid, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to the mid-90s Fahrenheit.
What do people appreciate most about the culture in Fortaleza?
"I think the Brazilian people continue to amaze me with their resiliance! Their lives, in most cases, are very hard, from our point of view, but as I noticed when I first came here, and had heard from others before I arrived, they still find a way to laugh, party and socialize with friends and family, particularly on weekends," remarked one foreigner who made the move to Fortaleza.
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What do people find most challenging about the culture in Fortaleza?
"In my case, trying to adapt from the North american mentality, where we worry most about making more and paying bills and relaxing more. It has to do partly with the fact that life for many Brazilians is much harder than middle class North Americans experience," said one person in Fortaleza.
What cultural blunders should I try to avoid making in Fortaleza?
We asked people in Fortaleza if they could share any humorous cultural blunders they commited. They wrote:
"You do have to remember things like the "this is my space" issue with Brazilians. They are different from us in that way. Also in conversations, they seem to interrupt all the time without even thinking about it," remarked one member in Fortaleza.
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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