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Re:Ask HN: I just got laid off. Now what? by brianwillis on Monday February 14, 2011 @10:31PM (#2220013)
Go to Bangkok. No really.

http://www.expatsoftware.com/articles/2008/05/laid-off-one-t...

If you can do freelance work from anywhere in the world, then this advice is doubly true.

Re:Ask HN: I just got laid off. Now what? by jinfiesto on Monday February 14, 2011 @11:42PM (#2220172)
I would really love to do this, although since I already took some time off of school, this isn't really an option right now :/
Re:Ask HN: I just got laid off. Now what? by notahacker on Tuesday February 15, 2011 @08:00AM (#2221029)
I was also going to post that blog entry.

Don't let budget constraints deter you, particularly if you are able to get some freelance income whilst travelling. You'd be surprised how inexpensive it can be provided you're comfortable in low standard accommodation.