workcations

A workcation is a arrangement in which a person combines work and leisure by working remotely from a location away from their home. Typically undertaken in a vacation destination, a workcation might involve using a hotel, resort, vacation rental, or coworking space as a temporary base while continuing to perform job tasks via internet connectivity. The term implies a shift from the traditional office setting to a location that offers leisure experiences alongside work duties.

The concept gained prominence as remote work became more widespread in the early 2020s, with companies and employees seeking flexible arrangements that maintain productivity while enabling travel. Digital nomads and location-independent workers often pursue longer stays, while employers experiment with small-scale programs to reduce burnout and attract talent.

Common models include short stays of several days to a few weeks in rental accommodations with dedicated workspaces, stays at hotels with business facilities, or stays at coworking spaces. Some programs are organized as corporate incentives or policies that allow employees to work remotely from approved destinations, sometimes under set guidelines.

Potential benefits include improved work satisfaction, reduced burnout, and exposure to new environments that can foster creativity. Drawbacks include distractions, variable internet quality, time zone differences, legal or tax considerations, higher travel costs, isolation, and blurred boundaries between work and leisure.

Planning considerations emphasize reliable connectivity, suitable workspace and ergonomic arrangements, alignment with team schedules, visa and tax implications, health and travel insurance, data security, and sustainability concerns for both host communities and travelers.