In winter, it gets dark earlier, and especially during the transition from summer to winter, our bodies have to get used to it. With the growing trend of remote working, you can turn part of these cold months into a sunny work adventure. Because even during these months you can reap the benefits of remote working, such as setting your own work schedule, adapting your work environment and boosting your creativity and motivation. In this blog, we share five suitable destinations in Europe where you can enjoy the sun while working remotely.
1. Remote working in Barcelona, Spain
The capital of Catalonia is a great place for a winter workation. The mild Mediterranean climate provides pleasant temperatures even in the winter months. There are plenty of hip co-working spaces, such as Betahaus or OneCoWork. Check out 5 other great places to work here. After a day of work, fold up your laptop and explore the city, go to the beach and/or enjoy Spanish cuisine. I slept in a fairly luxurious hostel that also had its own workspace and a nice rooftop terrace to sit in the sun, this was Unite Hostel Barcelona.
2. On workation in Lisbon, Portugal
A well-known place for a fun city break, but also a fine place to work: Lisbon. Portugal’s capital city has a lot to offer. It is not called the “Digital Nomad Capital of Europe” for nothing. Besides a beautiful coastline, of course, you can enjoy old neighborhoods like Alfama and Bairro Alto after work. A nice and affordable place to stay is WOT Lisbon Nomad. They have several locations, but this one has a pool and nice work spaces, which is very important to me.
Nice places to work are:
- Selina Secret Garden
- Outsite Principe Real
- Outsite Cais do Sodre
Really want to go to co-working space? Outsite work café or Second home Lisbon are recommended.
3. Remote working in Dubrovnik, Croatia
A winter workation on the Adriatic? How does that sound? This historic city not only has a rich history, but also offers plenty of opportunities to work remotely from here. In summer this city is very popular among Game of Thrones fans, in winter it is a lot quieter. This destination is especially suitable from an Airbnb of your own, as there are still few co-working/living spots. Read more about my first workation in Croatia here.
4. Tenerife for a workation, Canary Islands
If you are really looking for a nice place to spend the winter, the Canary Islands are a top choice. Tenerife, the largest island, offers pleasant temperatures year-round. Again, the remote working community is growing and there are many places where you can work. Choose a coliving, good hotel, a comfortable apartment or of course a nice Airbnb. My recommendation here is Sholeo Lodges Los Gigantes, whether you go on workation alone or with a group remote working. In your free time, explore the volcano Teide, go to the beach and discover even more beauty on this island. Want to know more about Tenerife as a suitable work destination? Then read the blog about versatile Tenerife.
5. Workation in Athens, Greece
Athens, the cradle of Western civilization, is a great place to work and enjoy the sun. I was there in July and it was very hot, actually you are better off visiting Athens in the spring or fall. Visit the ancient monuments, like the Acropolis, in your free time and enjoy the Greek hospitality. The food here is also insane, quite affordable and pretty much everywhere to lick your fingers at. Co-working spaces like The Cube Athens offer modern facilities for remote workers. Check out 5 great places to work in Athens.
Looking for the perfect workation accommodation?
Whether you’re looking for a sunny escape in winter or just want to reap the benefits of remote work, there are plenty of places in Europe where you can soak up the sun. These five places offer not only a great work environment, but also plenty of opportunities to relax and enjoy the local culture. Also very good for work-life balance. On our website you will find accommodations perfect for your workation. Whether you are traveling alone, with a partner or with a group. We have checked these extensively and are sure you will have a great time there. They have a nice workplace, reliable internet, friendly owners and are located in the most amazing places!
