Drawn by sun, sea and speedy Wi-Fi, remote workers are converging on Europe's southernmost islands to try "workcationing" before employers order them back to the office, giving battered tourism businesses a welcome boon. Olga Paul, 34, came to the Spanish island of Gran Canaria in May to work remotely for the first time, after long pandemic months cooped up in her flat in Munich, where she is a business analyst for one of Germany's largest car manufacturers. "I think I'm more productive now," she said, delighted with the sea view from her rooftop, where she goes for breaks. "I can concentrate on my work and explore the islands on the weekends ... it feels great." Olga Paul, a 34-year-old from Germany works remotely from Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, relaxes in hammock, amid the cor...
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India is home to some of the most majestic works of architecture (think Taj Mahal), and with charming, quaint hillsides and exotic beaches, it’s no wonder Indian travellers are rejoicing in hybrid work. Amadeus, the world’s leading travel technology company has released its latest Travel Trends, detailing four key trends that are shaping up travel. Indian travelers are embracing the workcation, one of the key trends that offers city dwellers a chance for remote working whilst holidaying. The report identifies two key findings: 1. This year Indian travellers are searching for their destination just one day before departure 2. These travellers are searching for long-term stays with a duration of 14 to 30 days and sometimes more Both of these in contrast to 2019, where travel...
Read MoreWhatever you call it —bleisure, bizcation, short-term digital nomading or workcation — the trend of working remotely while relocating with your laptop to somewhere inspiring is catching on. As the world gradually eases travel restrictions, a growing number of countries is starting to offer digital nomad visas to those looking to exchange the office grind for a more scenic WFA (work from anywhere) set-up. To meet the demand from visitors ready to decamp to a sunny or otherwise exciting workplace, hotels and resorts in the Avani portfolio are offering all-inclusive workcation packages that focus on seamless internet connectivity, streamlined workspace and productivity-boosting meals. Couples who want to enjoy the recently reopened island nation of Sri Lanka while getting some work...
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