Hi! I’m Nico.
Welcome to my little slice of the web 🙂
I am an expat & remote worker based in Colombo, Sri Lanka who has been working in tech for over 10+ years. This is where I write about travel, expat life, remote work and technology!
LATEST POSTS
34 FREE Things To Do While Self Isolating At Home (Updated With More Options!)
Here’s 27 things to keep you occupied while self isolating at home. The best part? They are all FREE!
GROUNDED – Life In Self Isolation In Colombo, Sri Lanka
The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we live our lives for better and worse. In Sri Lanka, the recently…
Villa Review – Stafford Bungalow (Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka)
It is a bit of a trek to get to Stafford Bungalow, but once you are there, the peace and quiet will make you want…
Blog Updates – March 2020 (Introducing HeyNico.com!)
With a new URL and a cleaner look, here’s to the relaunch of Nico In Real Life!
How To Get A Tourist Visa For Sri Lanka (2020 Update)
Getting a Tourist Visa (Electronic Travel Authorization) to visit the beautiful country of Sri Lanka is super easy. Here’s a step by step guide on…
My Next Adventure With Customer.io
It’s time to come out of my inadvertent online hiatus to announce my next adventure! Greetings from Portland, Oregon! I’ve…
Blog Updates – June 2019
Greetings from Missoula, Montana, in the USA and welcome to another blog update for Nico In Real Life! I am…
Where To Eat, Stay, & Have Fun In Boracay (2019 Edition)
Headed to the famous Philippines island paradise? If you are, this list is going to come in handy with recommendations…