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favourite things
a collection of the programs, products, and services that keep our co-founders going
RECOMMENDATIONS FROM US, FOR YOU
A curated collection of the businesses, programs, products, and services for life and business that our co-founders swear by.
Everything we share is personally used, loved, and relied on in Erin or Chelsea’s day-to-day life. From business subscriptions and contracts to travel tours and must-haves for digital nomads or freelancers, we love them and know you will too.
We tried and tested it all so you can decide with peace of mind (and get a lil discount to sweeten the deal).
*Please note that this page includes discount codes and affiliate links. Purchases made via these will provide a small kickback to Erin and Chelsea, allowing them to travel further and grow this community while sharing about the things they love at a discounted rate for you! We aim to be fully transparent and appreciate your support if you purchase anything via one of our links.
xx Erin & Chels
CHELS’
COLLECTION
Our resident digital nomad and world explorer. When it comes to her favourite things, you can expect anything and everything that makes running an online business smooth, legal, and remote so you can travel further.
For business:
Wise
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Wise is the GOAT for travellers and for accepting payment from global clients in any currency. It essentially allows you to open multiple bank accounts in different currencies, giving you local bank details to accept transfers and/or use when in that country. It gives the best currency exchange rates and minimal transfer fees and has saved me tens of thousands of dollars over the last 5 years of using it.
ShowIt
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ShowIt is top tier when it comes to drag-and-drop website platforms available right now. It’s a designer’s dream with endless customisation options and utilises the WordPress back end for blogging - making it the perfect combination of all the best things of its competitor website platforms. My business’s website, travellerbytrade.com, has always been on ShowIt and I’ll never change!
Canva
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Need I even explain? If you know, you know. And yes, the Pro account is defo worth it!
Contract Templates
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Contracts are necessary, but hiring lawyers is expensive and writing your own without a single day of law education is just not smart business decisions, so - templates. These have been written by a real lawyer, come with step-by-step instructions on how and where to customise the template to your business, and have been written specifically with digital nomads and freelancers working with global clients.
For life, adventure, and travel:
One Life Adventures
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I’m a bit biased because not only was this was my first ever group tour, but I was brought on the trip as a content creator, either way this was defo not my first trip with them and they have set the bar soo high for any future group tours I go on. I absolutely fell in love with South Korea, our tour group, and the whole One Life Adventure team. Smaller groups, more local immersion, and an experience that leaves you wanting more, 10/10 recommend!
FoldUP Yoga Mat
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The ONLY yoga mat that can fit in your backpack or suitcase - because it folds into a square. I first discovered foldUP when I was scrolling on Instagram one day and instantly ordered one! It’s perfect for yoga, stretching, a workout, or even sitting on a beach or for a picnic while you’re travelling, is light enough to not put too big a dent in your luggage weight, and is a small female-owned business.
ColorfulKoala
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When I say this is the ONLY brand of activewear that I own I literally mean it is the ONLY brand. I worked as their social media manager for 4 years and still work as one of their content creators to this day. I swear by their leggings and biker shorts and I have at least 1 of each with me everywhere I go! Think Lululemon feel and fit, but like a third of the cost.
Worldpackers
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When I first started travelling (enjoy baby backpacker Chels’ in the photo) I was broke AF, so to travel longer and further I would volunteer or do work exchanges for a place to live and/or daily meals. It’s the ultimate hack, and Worldpackers is the ultimate membership to help you secure legit, safe, and secure volunteer opportunities all over the world.
ERIN’S
COLLECTION
Our resident freelance educator and children’s book author. When it comes to her favorite things, you can expect anything and everything that makes your freelance career more enjoyable and sustainable.
For business:
Contract Templates
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Berkley is an experienced lawyer who left the corporate world behind to start her own business. Her contracts and trademark services help freelancers and creatives legally protect the business they’ve built.
Freelance Platform
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Contra makes it easy to hire or get hired. Scroll through (or list) job opps, manage your portfolio, and even run projects through the platform. From contracts and proposals to project management and payments, Contra's platform handles it all.
For life, adventure, and travel:
Willow's Goodknight Lights
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She wrote it! Beyond that, it's a children's book filled with whimsy and magic all about chasing your dreams. It makes it the perfect bedtime read for K-2nd graders who want to be inspired to tackle the next day (and life) with confidence!
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