For remote workers and digital nomads: The Top 5 cities with fast internet

All digital nomads have a couple of things in common. They are usually free-spirited people who enjoy traveling from place to place, meeting new people and enjoying different cultures. Sadly, that won’t pay the bills. Because of this, most nomads take their job with them, where ever they go, all they need is a laptop, and a steady internet connection.

Actually, a lot of people just enjoy internet so much, that they won’t be able to function without a high speed connection, but they also enjoy traveling. If you are one of these "techno geeks", no need to worry. In this article you will see a list of cities with the fastest internet connection that have something to offer to tourists as well. So, let’s get cracking. Here's Standard's picks for top cities:

5. Stockholm, Sweden

If you like hot climates, this might not be the place for you. However, if you can handle the cold weather, this city has a lot to offer. There aren’t that many free WiFi hotspots around, but providers offer some good deals with a very steady internet connection up to 60 Mbps. Stockholm is full of historic places you should visit, and people are very friendly to foreigners. They might seem quite reserved, but it's just their culture, they are still always willing to help. If you are looking for a place to spend your Christmas, you might have found it.

4. Singapore

For all of you who were wondering what was the place with super-fast internet connections you need to visit, here is your answer. How fast? Up to 120 Mbps! That would be enough to download a blue ray movie in a couple of minutes. Free internet can be hard to come by, but every coffee shop or a hotel offer internet at affordable prices. It is a place full of friendly people, that are willing to help, and their English isn’t all that bad. However, not everything is perfect, as the cost of living can really go through the roof in no time at all, so be ready for that.

3. Nice, France

Looking for a posh place with great beaches? Nice is the town for you. Digital nomads will love the fact that there are plenty of free WiFi hotspots to be found, and the speed is quite good, it goes up to 55 Mbps. The city is well known for crazy night life and wild parties, along with some great restaurants you can visit during the day. You won’t be able to find this level of luxury anywhere in the world. Just be sure to bring your credit card, cause all this beauty doesn’t come cheap. Still, if you like to travel a lot, this is the place you should visit sooner or later.

2. Osaka, Japan

It wouldn’t be fair to skip Osaka when talking about the top cities with fast internet for digital nomads. Why? Free high-speed internet! This place is literally filled with WiFi hotspots. Besides that, it offers a unique mix of historic monuments you should check out, along with modern day buildings. Nightlife is OK, and locals are friendly to visitors, although their English could do some work. It is also not terribly expensive, so along with free internet, you will be able to save a couple of bucks. The best thing about being a digital nomad is that when you get bored, you simply move on to the next place.

1. Dunedin, New Zealand

A gorgeous little town in New Zealand that offers internet with speeds up to 75 Mbps, what’s not to like? You won’t have any problems with communication, as English is the native language here. It is not a noisy industrial city, and you will have plenty of places from where you could work. Beautiful people are everywhere, so you might even meet the love of your life here, why not? Even if you’re not that lucky, you will still love this paradise on Earth for digital nomads.