During the holidays, most people lose all desire to work, instead dreaming of vacations or family time. For those lucky enough to work remotely it’s the best time of year for traveling to seamlessly integrate work and leisure time this holiday season.
This blend of work and relaxation, often termed as a “workcation,” is becoming increasingly popular among remote workers, digital nomads, and freelancers. As collaborative technology continues to improve and companies become more comfortable with remote work, the appeal of workcations is expected to increase.
A recent report published by Coworking Cafe analyzed over 400 U.S. locations and listed the best holiday destinations for remote workers looking to catch up on work in-between holiday visits this winter. The cities were chosen based on factors such as the number of leisure establishments, restaurants, and coworking spaces in the area — as well as regional price parity.
The top 15 destinations listed by Coworking Cafe were:
- Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
- Greenville, S.C.
- Spring, Texas
- Miami, Fla.
- Boca Raton, Fla.
- Atlanta, Ga.
- Wilmington, Del.
- Orlando, Fla.
- Santa Monica, Calif.
- St. Louis, Mo.
- Newport Beach, Calif.
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Boulder, Colo.
- Asheville, N.C. and Miami Beach, Fla. (tied)
- Pittsburgh, Penn.
The rise of highly viable flexible work destinations in diverse areas of the U.S. shows how destinations are beginning to cater to nomadic employees who are no longer tethered to a single city or location.
Work location flexibility allows for a better work-life balance, as remote and even hybrid professionals can combine productivity with personal enjoyment and relaxation this holiday season. The availability of coworking spaces in the top destinations ensures that workers also have access to professional office environments, even while traveling.
