20 Incredible Europe Workation Destinations to boost your productivity [2024]

We have been in Palma de Mallorca twice in the recent period and at two different times of the year. Unfortunately, the island is crowded with tourists in summer, making the location overrated. However, visiting Palma de Majorca in winter will give you a taste of local life and authentic mallorquine traditions.

The beautiful town is served by an international airport, well-connected with the rest of the continent. Palma itself seems small but is very large and diverse, with unique features and stunning architecture. Unwind and relax in Palma de Mallorca, an Arab Bath ideal for your time off. The vibrant bars offer the opportunity to take your laptop away from the accommodation and explore the city and local food in the breaks.

During the weekend, rent a car and explore the rest of the island. Discover the fine wineries in Binissalem, the ancient market at Inca, the beautiful beaches and golf clubs in Alcudia or get the best postcards in Pollença.

Work Remotely from East Europe

This is the first city on our guide of the best destinations for a workation in Europe that does not include nice weather. Budapest is most appreciated in spring or autumn and very cold in winter. The Hungarian Capital is beautiful and rich in history and culture. It’s becoming a vibrant hot spot for digital nomads mainly attracted by low cost for goodies, products and attractions, and good choices in terms of spaces, accommodations, co-working spaces and communities.

If you are thinking of a workation retreat in Budapest, go and check out the incredible coffee scene, with prices below the average. Coffee in a classic shop in the main streets is about €1.20. The rent might vary from €500 to €700 for a month’s stay for accommodation about 20 minutes away from the city centre. Budapest is very cheap, is the ideal opportunity for workers that want to stay close enough to European standards without flying to South East Asia.

After Budapest, Bucharest is another hot spot to look for. While organizing your escape from the most significant municipalities, watch the Romania Capital. The city is not the most modern in terms of structures and apartments, but it is cheap and very inspiring.

Bucharest is often in the top five cities for a European workation. The bustling capital has made its name thanks to the investment in fast Wi-Fi, with fibre internet spread all over the city.

The city’s very cheap for daily life, for a cappuccino you will spend an average of €1.50 and for a pint about €2.50. Accommodation can cost lower than in Budapest, with a 28 m² flat for €400 per month.

Staying on the east side of Europe, Belgrade is another excellent option for your next Europe Staycation or Workation. The Serbian Capital is also figuring in the top ten of the European ranking for workation in Europe. Belgrade workation is one the hot spots of the ranking because it adapts to every kind of traveller and offers a wide range of opportunities. In addition, the city is rising after years of war, and the result is an entirely new city opposite a gorgeous old town.

The city is lively and cheap, with vibrant nightlife and new coffee shops ideal for remote workers. The cost of living is pretty reasonable and on average on this side of Europe. The typical flat outside the city centre comes at a meager price, costing about €400 for a typical Serbian house (check this), not far from the city centre in a traditional environment.

Prague is very famous among remote workers, and it’s always the right idea. It is your first time experimenting with this lifestyle; you might go for Prague. There is a considerable community of remote workers in Prague, and the city is boosting in coffee shops that offer discounts on meals.

In Prague, you will find the most balanced life, easy access to the internet and an excellent market to buy your local goodies. The city also has nice bars where you have fun and meet new friends. While planning a workation in Prague, it is good to know that living is cheap, but renting raises the prices.

On average, you can rent a €1,000 per studio flat for two people in Prague 8, about 25 minutes from the city centre.

Berlin is another excellent choice for first-time nomads working remotely. Berlin is a great city with great attractions, nice cafes and vibrant nightlife. The Capital is definitely one of our favourite destinations in Germany. We love the town a lot and often thought about relocating all our activities there. Many friends work and live in Berlin and talk about the city as one of the most exciting and vibrant places they have experienced so far.

Away from the classic touristic things to do in Berlin, you should indulge in the local markets and explore the local life. One of the selling points of Berlin for a perfect workation in Europe is the chance to organize day trip easily using trains and buses. In addition, the Internet speed is above the average, and the international communities are similar to London in terms of numbers and events organized.

Warsaw is one of the oldest cities in Poland; we love the architecture of the city and the massive inequality between the former soviet part and the new buildings.

The old town might be your way to explore the city in your free time. Explore the local bars and take advantage of the low prices. You can eat at a local restaurant an entire meal for about €7.00; breakfast comes to about €3.00.

The low selling point is the rising access to co-working spaces and less international networking. However, planning a workation in Warsaw can enrich your knowledge and boost your inspiration. Check out our guide to Warsaw in 2 days.

The Capital of Bulgaria is one of the most exciting cities in our 20 Top Europe Workation Destinations list. Unfortunately, not many consider Sofia a destination for digital nomads, mainly because of the weather conditions.

However, Sofia is not very touristic, which will take you to interact with Locals most of the time, and this is for many a good selling point. In recent years we have seen many events in Bulgaria and mainly in Sofia. Bansko Digital Nomads’ festival takes place in the rural part of Bulgaria, typically in summer.

Workation Italy

Rome is one of the most popular cities for digital nomads and is easy to see on a Workation Destinations in Europe list. The ancient city attracts many people and tourists, mainly because of culture, cuisine, traditions and Italian attraction. Rome’s neighbourhoods are diverse and full of opportunities.

Living in Rome for a bit, you will enjoy the Italian vibes and enjoy a unique lifestyle. However, not many know that you can also discover the surrounding area from Rome, taking many trips in your free time. From Rome, you can enjoy the cliffs of Amalfi Coast within 3 hours, discover the beautiful hills of Tuscany and the gorgeous Florence, take a fast train to Milan, or drive up to Cinque Terre.

Thinking about Italy for a workation in Europe, we are proud to introduce you to Naples. The southern city is cheaper than Rome and can give you a different taste of Italy.

We will remind you that having a workation means staying on vacation and working in regular hours. Naples offers the opportunity to work from a short distance from some of the best beaches in Italy, favourable weather conditions and very low costs.

A Studio Flat near the city centre can come to about €700 per month, a typical espresso in a local bar costs just €1.00 and a small pizza €1. Naples is our city, and we have extensive guides on how to enjoy it. Check our guides about Naples and where to find the best beaches in the Amalfi Coast.

Living an intense escape in Italy, you should discover hidden gems more than in well-known cities. These small cities, less touristy, offer low prices with authentic Italian taste. It is the case of Bari, located in the South-East, in the lovely region Puglia.

Bari is a big city and offers an excellent opportunity for remote workers, is on the seaside and so ideal for spring and summer. The great selling point of Bari is the authenticity of the place, with its rich gastronomy and low rent prices.

The living costs in Bari are similar to Naples, and the lifestyle is about the same. For example, taking a studio flat in Bari, Murat District will cost about €700 per month per two people.

Also, you can plan incredible excursions to the coastline, exploring Polignano a Mare or Monopoli. However, you can get into the skin of Puglia, exploring Valle d’Itria. Discover more information about Bari as your next workation destination. Bari in Apulia Region is included in our guide to the best spring destinations in Italy.

From the Port of Bari, you can reach Greece by ferry. Why don’t you consider Athens as your workation destination? The Greek Capital is one of the most buzzing and inspiring in Southern Europe. Greek food is delicious and comparable to Italian one. If the selling point is not enough, include cheap rents, a market with a wide range of products from local farms, good wine and buzzing nightlife.

Athens is today one of the most vibrant international cities in Europe, attracting remote workers thanks to fast internet and an incredible lifestyle. Many events are attended in Athens every week, making the city vibrant and exciting. Take your time after work to check out some of the best rooftop spaces with a view over the Acropolis.

Speaking already about the ferry, you should know that staying in Athens, you might be interested in taking a short trip to the paradisaic island surrounding the Capital and making great the Attica Peninsula.

Croatia working Vacation

Dubrovnik is a dream city, recently famous for throwing some of the best spring breaks in Europe and being an affordable destination in Europe for remote workers.

Your working routine should completely change while staying in Dubrovnik for a little while. Croatian city has one of the most gorgeous Unesco listed old towns, enjoy yours after work with a drink on one of the beautiful terrazzo looking at the Mediterranean Sea.

Dubrovnik is very affordable, especially in the low season. We suggest you plan a trip around Eastern Europe, visiting multiple cities in the Balkan Area. Consider starting a tour in Slovenia, including Dubrovnik and Croatia, and moving then to Montenegro and Albania, to understand the diverse aspect of this region.

Remaining in Croatia, we can’t miss introducing you to Split, the second city in the nation after Zagreb. Split is another city on the coast, and boosting the beautiful beaches is the leading way to convince you to move there with your work. However, the Dinaric Alps surrounding Split protects the region from the cold wind and also offers a good alternative for winter sports. The temperatures are mild all year round, with nice winter and special summer.

Spending your workation in Croatia is very cheap, and Split is the real bargain on this list. A studio flat in the city centre of Split costs just about €20 per night, per two, all-inclusive. This bargain makes you think about staying more than a month. In addition, the local life is cheap, with coffee for less than €1 and a complete meal in a local restaurant for about €10. Check our guide off the beaten track in Croatia.

Estonia’s capital is the ideal combination of the modern and old styles. The Medieval town is what attracts tourists from all over. If you are considering taking a workation in winter in Europe, you should know that Tallinn knows how to make you feel winter. The temperature goes below zero; however, locals are well-equipped for it, and your life will be mainly indoors. In spring and summer instead, the temperatures are more mitigated, and you might enjoy the city and the surrounding. Internet connection in Tallinn is fast, the cuisine is incredibly rich, and the culture is vibrant alongside local traditions.

While working in Tallinn, you will discover a great environment and network with like-minded remote workers. Being located on the Baltic Sea, you can enjoy a few days out in the region, exploring other cities like Helsinki just 2 hours by ferry from Tallinn. Tallinn has low prices with high standards for the number of services, incredible office spaces, and cosy houses.

Workation Rules

• You must be able to work from anywhere in the world
• You must have an income that justifies your lifestyle
• Travel light is essential
• Keep a positive attitude
• Book in advance
• Set specific goals for every move

The first rule to consider for a workation is to be able to work anywhere you want. This location might be the sofa of your city or from another part of the world. Also, you need to convince your boss (If you have one) to give you this time to concentrate on your work instead of being in your house in the centre of London.

Some of the most common jobs that allow you to work from anywhere are freelancing as writing or VA (Virtual Assistant) duties. Other works to consider include tech skills that will enable you to be the remote support, or programmer, or website builder. Another exciting activity includes a list of marketing jobs, from analyst to designer.

We must remark that being a workationer can move their usual work location somewhere else on the globe, and not somebody that finds an occasional job at the place they are moving.

Being specific on the requirement to participate in this new movement of workation people, you should consider earning more money than you spend.

This simple rule allows you to constantly move, just switch places, willing to discover new cultures and new destinations. The ideal workationer is somebody consistent in this lifestyle, and to do so, you should be able to earn the right that makes you afford the chosen lifestyle.

What you earn will help you consider the next destination, and this might vary if you have an income, depending on the monthly target.

Having a light suitcase is one of the critical factors in this workation rules. Minimalism is the key. We had all our friends’ eyes on us when we arrived in Palma de Mallorca for a conference and our workation in Barcelona, holding only a backpack.

You are constantly moving; you have to sacrifice some comfort and take only the essentials. If you are going for a digital nomad lifestyle, you need to get comfortable travelling light. It’s not ideal for carrying around heavy luggage, waiting longer at the airport and risking of losing your luggage in one of the many layovers around to reach your destination.

The alternative to minimising and buying stuff on-site is to learn how to pack your luggage smartly. It is easier than you expect.

We think that positivity is the key to life, generally. While travelling extensively and having to cope with deadlines, a boss that thinks you are on holiday while on his pay cheque hustle and bustles to organize trips at the last minute, take a flight, accommodation, and transport. It’s not easy to organize your life over and over again, changing routine, friends, and usual places. However, if you keep a good attitude even in the worst circumstances, Karma will love you back.

Book in advance is the key for every trip we do independently. Booking in advance gives you the chance to relax more and enjoy any single activity. While embracing the digital nomad life, you need to know that booking as early as possible will save some bucks.

Not only, but some of the most interesting accommodations can also be gone for just one day in the middle of the month, and so not any more appealing for your longer stay.

Attractions are often fully booked, and you should wait at the end of your workation to see that sightseeing.

Living this lifestyle will make you think you have a lot of time available, but days go faster, and you will quickly lose track of it.

Instead, one of our main goals was to achieve a certain number of blog posts, learn new skills, go all-in on affiliate marketing and many others.

Setting specific targets will make you accountable and measure your progress. Not only, definitely changing work location at the rhythm of changing bed sheets weekly will sometimes make you dizzy and lose track of the ending goal. Organize every move with specific targets to reach and measure it. After all, you are on a workation, not a vacation.

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