Noma Collective (formerly Hacker Paradise) Reviews 

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ll be honest, I wasn’t sure what to expect of the concept. I heard about Belize and wanted an authentic experience; getting to know the locals, meet some cool/like minded remote workers , but no... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been on five trips with Noma (one after the HP merger) and have loved each and every one. The community mangers are fantastic and have great knowledge of the locations. Many people on the trips... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve done 2 Noma trips, and both have been fantastic. Truly a gift to find a company that wants to help remote workers make the most of our situation, learn about the world, and travel with other cool... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE!! I would not recommend booking with Noma Collective based on my experience. After paying for a trip to Bocas del Toro, I requested a refund as the area had conflict... See more

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Hacker Paradise is a community-based travel program, providing enriching experiences to an inclusive & diverse travel community of remote workers. We work hard and adventure far. Every month we call a different destination home: join us for a whole year, or travel month-by-month. We always opt for “the road less travelled”, bringing you unique shared experiences that you won’t find in the Lonely Planet. Our program includes high-quality accommodations and coworking spaces, engaging local events and workshops, and two on-the-ground facilitators to manage any potential issues. That means you can focus on what matters most: building the career you’ve always dreamed of as you travel the world. Flexible Trip-lengths | A Robust Program | Over 20 Destinations To Choose From


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Looking forward to my next trip with them!

I had an amazing experience with Hacker Paradise. Sharing with a multi-culturally diverse group of nomads makes you grow and learn so much.
The places they choose for their chapters and shared experiences are unique and fun!

Juan & Sam have been the best facilitators ever! They really make a difference! The energy they transmit helps build a sense of community, and they are always available to help you. Hoping to have them as my facilitators again on my next trip.

All in all, I cannot wait for my next HP trip in June :)

7 February 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Not too shabby

Just got back from traveling with Hacker Paradise and it was a total blast! This community-based travel program is all about unique experiences and connecting with a diverse group of remote workers. The destinations were off the beaten path and one-of-a-kind.

But the real MVPs were Juan, the Journey Jedi, and Sam, the young padawan, our travel facilitators. These two were a match made in heaven and made the trip unforgettable. Juan was a pro at keeping the fun going and making sure everything ran smoothly. Sam brought the energy and kept us all pumped up.

Together, Juan and Sam made sure we had unique experiences and non-stop fun. If you're looking for a well-rounded and great travel experience, I can't recommend Hacker Paradise enough. And if you're lucky enough to have Juan and Sam as your travel guides, get ready for a wild ride!

All in all, my trip with Hacker Paradise was a journey to remember and I'd do it all over again in a heartbeat.

4 February 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great option for digital nomads seeking community

Hacker Paradise do a fantastic job of facilitating remote work experiences, creating community, and offering a platform for digital nomads to explore a new location!

The accommodations they organized were excellent and significantly contributed to an experience that I might not have otherwise had. I'm sure I'll join future trips to new destinations with HP in future :)

Trips: Kilifi, Kenya and Cape Town, South Africa

1 October 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Transformational experience // Cape Town 2022

This was our first HP trip: Cape Town in 2022 for one month, facilitated by Sara and Juan, who were stars in creating a safe and fun environment throughout the whole experience.

Sara organized an amazing townhouse for us; very spacious, always clean, and conveniently located. Our co-working space was around the corner at the heart of Green Point, a beautiful and safe neighborhood where we enjoyed the world's best Yoga classes at Yoga Life (alert for all yogis: go there - it is amazing!!).

When it comes to activities, HP offers a wide range of it fitting for introverts and extroverts, ranging from deep, meaningful conversations, cool house parties, and night-outs to insightful skill-shares. Juan also did a stellar job arranging the best weekend adventures and the most mesmerizing hikes.

We loved being productive at work and, at the same time, having once-in-a-lifetime experiences. And above all, because of HP, we not only got to know new places but also connected with diverse and incredible personalities.

The trip inspired us to book already the next adventures with HP. We highly recommend taking the step to book your trip with them too.

Amelia & Roxy

22 October 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hackers Paradise Cape Town 2022

Traveling with Hacker Paradise to Cape Town was an off-the-chart experience. The accommodation provided by them was top-notch so was the coworking space which was only two blocks away (none of the other's accommodations was further away than a few blocks). Coordinators Juan and Sara were extremely helpful and full of positive energy and initiative to improve everybody's experience and attend to any particular need. There is a lot going on, everybody is organizing amazing activities and nobody feels pressure to jump in, completely up to each individual. HP also has activities in place to help people get to know each other which is very useful to break the ice, especially at the beginning.
I would highly recommend HP and congratulate and extend my deep appreciation to Juan and Sara.

1 November 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

HP exceeded every expectation

I joined the Canggu trip in September 22 and Hacker Paradise exceeded every expectation.

I wanted to explore what being a true digital nomad means, but didn't want to do it completely on my own, so I decided to go with HP. I never made a better decision!

They handle everything for you: accommodation, co-working space, SIM card, daily events, adventures, etc. so you can just focus on what matters: work, having fun, making friends and exploring a new country.

The best part for me was having a group of like-minded people ready to share from Day 1 and for an entire month this amazing experience with you, they will quickly become your best friends.
If you go travelling solo it will take you months to make the same connections you make in just a few days with HP.

The facilitators Sara and Dee were absolutely amazing, truly beautiful people that went above and beyond to ensure that everyone in the trip was always having the best time. There are no words to describe how great they are!

A truly life changing experience for me and I'll definitely join again soon.

17 September 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A life changing experience with the best people.

I'd wanted to try taking my remote job on the road for a while but didn't know where to start. Hacker Paradise handled the accommodation, coworking, phone SIM's, adventures, everything.

The trip was the perfect balance between being able to work my full-time remote job and experiencing another country whilst also making new friends along the way. The facilitators Sara and Dee were absolutely faultless and ensured that every person on the trip was having their needs catered for and having an awesome time.

By far one of the best things the trip provides is an excellent base of friends from day one. It just makes it much more palatable to tackle a new country when you're surrounded by an incredible and diverse group of people who are supporting you.

I'll be back.

1 September 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

No doubt there will always be more…

No doubt there will always be more places to explore, more people to meet, more stories to share but .. you will never forget your first.

I kept saying over and over again how glad I am I took this trip. And how an impulsive google search led me to one of the best experiences I had in my life so far.

Alone but not really. It’s no quick fix, but it changes you.

I may not see them again or I may, who knows - life is strange and full of surprises.

All those late night conversations, all the banter and sharing sunsets together for three weeks (some four weeks), appreciating the camaraderie and nuances of each “stranger” who later on you consider as a friend.

If you are stuck somewhere or you feel your happy feet is calling you somewhere - do it! Go for it!

Thank you. @hackerparadise HP Canggu 2022 for the love and friendship 💚

xx:
The nomad life is a dream worth pursuing especially if you have not started a family or have raised children who no longer needs you. If you are raising a family it can be a little tricky.

#hackerparadise #canggu #indonesia #travelsolowithmejer

27 August 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My first but not my last trip with HP!

This was my first trip with HP and it certainly won’t be my last! The trip in Palermo was very well organised from start to finish and the facilitators, Juan and Sara were amazing! Not only did the trip give me an insight into the digital nomad lifestyle, but it helped connect me with likeminded people, share adventures and build some life long friendships! I will definitely be recommending HP to my friends and cannot wait for my next trip with them in Cape Town! Thank you HP team :)

14 August 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great way to travel and make new connections!

This program is great if you are a solo traveler or looking to get into the digital nomad lifestyle. You are connected with a group of people from all over the world and are able to explore new places without worrying about logistics or planning in areas you aren’t familiar with. For anyone looking to connect with other travelers, explore the world for a month while working, or try out a new way of life with a new group of kind, passionate, and exciting individuals, this is the way to go!

7 September 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trip to Lima

Wow! This is just one word to describe how amazed I was with this trip. As a professional that works remotely and wants to travel more but has a balance between home and traveling, this program was a perfect fit for me. I traveled for two weeks with HP, and I enjoyed everything, the facilitators went beyond to make sure everything was working, and we were having the time of our lives. I’m so thankful for the connections I made and the beautiful places I saw. Thanks, Sara and Dee!

21 July 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great first trip!

The HP Lima trip was my first tentative step into a digital nomad lifestyle and this was a great start. The trip was well organized, the people were mature and fun, accommodations were good and centrally located and the coworking space easily accessible and functional. A special shout-out to the facilitators, Dee and Sara, they were awesome. You knew Dee was doing a great job because we didn’t have to deal with any logistics issues. Sara ensured we were always engaged and had fun activities and events planned or had great suggestions for days when we wanted to do our own thing. Both were very connected to the group, highly responsive and friendly and made the experience so much better. I would love to travel with them again.
Overall the trip was a very positive experience and I would highly recommend it.

17 July 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hacker Paradise is King for Digital Nomads

Hacker Paradise knows exactly how to strike the right balance between work and play for digital nomads looking for a tight-knit community to travel and experience the world with. I’ve participated in 3 trips, two in Bali and one in Madeira, Portugal. The experiences and adventures I had on these trips are something I always fondly look back on, but even better is still being in touch with so many of my HP alums!

8 July 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So glad I joined Hacker Paradise!

I’ve done 3 trips with Hacker Paradise and they keep getting better! I love the community aspect and getting to meet other likeminded travelers. It’s made my experience traveling so much better to have a built in community.

23 June 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect to start as a digital nomad

Perfect to start as a digital nomad, I really recommend Hacker Paradise. They will find you accommodations in the best neighborhoods and also a nice coworking place. The community is really nice, people are very friendly and open-minded, including the facilitators who make all events and activities run smoothly.
It's a little more expensive than doing a trip by yourself, however, you will have this amazing community with you, a lot of events/activities, and good places, which make your life way easier so you can focus on work and have fun.

14 June 2022
Unprompted review

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