By: Benny Terramar
May 20, 2025
When I first landed in Puerto Escondido, I didn’t expect it to become home. I’d heard whispers throughout the digital nomad community about this surf town on Mexico’s Pacific coast—laid-back, up-and-coming, and full of energy. It checked my only real box: a surf town somewhere in the Americas. So I booked a flight.
I was immediately struck by the vibe. Puerto Escondido isn’t a sleepy beach town, but it’s not an overdeveloped tourist trap either. It sits somewhere perfectly in between—enough infrastructure to live comfortably, enough charm to still feel authentic. For someone who loves an active beach lifestyle, it’s an ideal balance. The town pulses with life, creativity, and people who genuinely want to connect, grow, and try new things.
Remote work fits naturally into the rhythm here. Mornings usually start with a coffee and a quick yoga session, often with an ocean view and a breeze on your face. By late morning, I settle into work—yes, in air conditioning, because let’s be honest: it gets hot. But in a strange way, the midday heat keeps you focused. No one’s rushing out for long lunches or errands. Everyone’s getting things done.
Then comes sunset—and that’s when Puerto Escondido really comes alive. The beach turns into a community playground: volleyball, spike ball, surf sessions, people hanging out and catching up. It’s a daily ritual that makes the remote work-life balance feel real and tangible. There’s something grounding about closing your laptop and heading straight into nature, surrounded by people doing the same.
Evenings are for dinner, catching up with friends, and making plans for the weekend’s adventure. Beyond surfing, Puerto Escondido has something for everyone. In the past few months alone, I’ve tried salsa dancing, rock climbing, boxing and joined a run club. If you’re looking for a community, you’ll find it here.
With Puerto becoming increasingly popular among remote workers and digital nomads in Mexico, it’s no surprise that accessibility has improved, too. With its own airport just 10 minutes from La Punta and multiple daily flights from Mexico City, it is surprisingly accessible for a town that still feels off the radar. Even better, there’s now direct international flights from Houston on United Airlines, and American Airlines is expected to launch its own nonstop route soon.
I’ve returned to Puerto again and again, each time staying longer. That’s what led to Amplitude—a space designed for coliving in Puerto Escondido. Accomodation that makes it easy to get things done, meet great people, and enjoy everything Puerto has to offer.
If you’re looking for a remote work base that offers more than just fast Wi-Fi—one that offers connection, community, and endless things to do—Puerto Escondido might be the place for you.