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by Kach Medina Umandap (Author)
For many, the dream of combining work and travel feels impossible, especially when facing the limitations of a passport from the Global South.
Kach Umandap knows these challenges first-hand. The first Filipino to travel to every country in the world solely on a Philippine passport, she has spent over a decade building a location-independent lifestyle. In Career or Travel, Why Not Both? she offers both a game plan and unreserved courage to follow in her footsteps. Whether you are a fresh graduate or a professional seeking freedom, this seasoned digital nomad has you covered with personal stories, expert insights, and hard-earned lessons.Author Biography
Kach Medina Umandap became the first Filipino--and remains the youngest--to visit all 193 UN member countries using solely a Philippine passport at the age of thirty-six, in January 2025. She is now the co-founder of FilipinoPassport.com and TravelwithKach.com, platforms where she shares insights on travel, visas, and remote work. Kach also currently serves as the ambassador of the global community of Filipino World Travelers (FWT).
A global mobility advocate and a digital nomad with bases in Dubai, Palawan, and Montenegro, she believes that mobility is opportunity. Through her work, she advocates for a future where birthplace does not determine access to travel, work, and global opportunities, particularly for people from the Global South.
She has been recognized by the President of the Philippines, and her inspiring story has been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times, BBC, TIME, and Forbes.
