[jrallison]

Did almost exactly this for all of 2014 (part of 2015). With a US citizenship, and visited 10 countries for a month+.

Working remotely for a foreign corporation generally isn't against the terms of a tourist visa (consult the specific country you're visiting). All officials I asked had no problem with it, from South America/Asia/Europe (Germany will actually let you stay longer, up to 2 years, if you're a remote worker/freelancer). You do need a work visa if you're planning to do work for a company that exists locally (competing with the locals, etc).

It was hugely income tax advantageous. There's a huge US tax credit if you aren't living in the US (your first $95-120k tax free), and I wasn't staying long enough in any country to meet their reporting requirements.

[11thEarlOfMar]

What types of places did you stay in?

I had forgotten the income tax advantage for expatriates. Makes it even more compelling.

[jrallison]

Mostly Airbnb's, an occasional hostel/hotel if I didn't plan ahead.

My routine when arriving in a new country would be to quickly find a place to stay and a coworking space, then explore the city/country when I wasn't working.

[pimlottc]

Does this mean you did not have to file for local income tax in any of your host countries?