LIFESTYLE | WORKATION
Workation packages – from city hotels to remote resorts Five-star hotels , resorts , travel companies , tourism boards and even countries the world over have been rolling out the red carpet for those looking to change up their WFH routine with Work From Hotel alternatives .
These packages , programs , visas , villages fuse function ( work ) with frivolity ( play ) and offer safe ( Covid-free ), convenient and work-friendly environments along with five-star perks and the chance to tick off bucket list entries , have out-of-this-world experiences , learn new skills , and even be part of a community .
International hotel brands such as Marriott International , Hyatt , Hilton and Four Seasons have all introduced work from hotel programs with locations stretching from Venice , Bali , Las Vegas and Thailand to Cyprus , Brazil and Egypt ; while travel firms , big and boutique , are also delivering .
Following the introduction of its own ‘ work from anywhere ’ policy for employees , UK-based travel firm TUI recently unveiled a range of ‘ workations ’ with luxury 7 , 14 or 21-day packages at more than 30 all-inclusive hotels across Spain , Greece , Portugal , Morocco and Jamaica . Expect private workspaces , super-fast WiFi and a focus on wellness and family with yoga at sunrise , cooking classes and kids ’ clubs .
For those who want to workation in different locations year-round , the Blueground Pass program offers an innovative solution . Available as a six- or 12-month option , this nomadic apartment lease gives you the freedom to seamlessly move between 250 neighbourhoods in 15 cities across three continents ( the US , Europe , Middle East ). You get access to perfectly placed , high-quality fully furnished apartments with all the work perk mod-cons and experience different places and cultures .
And then there ’ s the world ’ s first digital nomad village , in Madeira , launched last July . Designed as a place to mingle , work and network , the village has already attracted more than 500 entrepreneurs , developers , lawyers , writers and consultants staying from a minimum of one month up to three months . The village delivers access to co-working space , Slack , strong WiFi , a hosting team to facilitate your stay and exclusive daily events , talks and workshops . The village is located in the coastal town of Ponta do Sol , credited with being the island ’ s cultural hub with breath-taking beaches , great dining and good hiking trails . Expect to see the concept replicated throughout Portugal in 2022 .
126 July 2022