The Best Destinations for Digital Nomads to Work Remotely

Bored of working from the corner of your bedroom, or even from the coffee shop on the corner? If you’re looking to ditch your desk and add a *little bit of spice* to your standard 9-5 work week, take this as your sign to demo the digital nomad lifestyle. 

But first, you need to pick a place to work remotely. 

From the beaches of Bali to the desert of Dubai, we’ve rounded up our favorite digital nomad destinations for you to check out.

1. Bali, Indonesia

I mean, this one’s pretty self-explanatory – who wouldn’t want to work from Bali? Amazing beaches, beautiful nature, and plenty to explore when you log off from work for the day. Considered the digital nomad dream by many, Bali is the perfect place to work remotely for a few weeks, but soon you could stay for even a few years. 

Indonesia expects to launch its new Digital Nomad Visa soon, allowing remote workers to live in the country tax-free for up to 5 years. 

2. Portugal 

According to KAYAK’s Work from Wherever Index, Portugal received a perfect score for remote workers, topping their list of Best Countries to Work From 2022. The score was based on 22 different factors across 6 categories, including remote work, local prices, travel, health & safety, social life, and weather. The country has a little bit of everything for every traveler, including port towns, bustling cities, beautiful beaches, and the Douro Wine Valley – what more could you ask for?

Portugal’s much anticipated Digital Nomad Visa was recently launched on October 30th, allowing travelers to apply for a 1-year temporary stay visa or 5-year residency.

3. Costa Rica

If laid-back is your game, Costa Rica is calling your name. Our perfect digital-nomad day? Work from a beachfront Airbnb, meet a monkey or two, spend your lunch break taking surf lessons, and chase waterfalls all weekend long. 

Travelers can experience true Pura Vida through Costa Rica’s Digital Nomad Program, which invites international residents to live, work, and explore Costa Rica for 90 days.  

4. Croatia

Croatia is quickly becoming one of Europe’s hottest destinations for tourists and remote workers alike. White sands, turquoise waters, fresh seafood, and charming villages are just a few of the reasons for this – oh, and did we mention it’s home to the iconic film sites of Game of Thrones?

Through Croatia’s Digital Nomad Residence Permit, remote workers can stay in the country for 6 months to 1 year, with the option to renew after it expires. 

5. Spain

Wake up, work, shut laptop, sip sangria, repeat – need we say more? Ranking 2nd on Kayak’s Best Countries to Work From 2022  list, Spain offers travelers the opportunity to work by day and immerse themselves in Spanish culture, cuisine, and history by night. 

Similar to its neighbor Portugal, Spain also recently passed its new Startups and Digital Nomad law, which will soon allow non-EU citizens to live and work within the country for up to 5 years on a visa. 

6. Dubai, UAE

If you're ready to live and work in luxury, Dubai is the destination for you. Although you may pay a premium when it comes to the cost of living, the remote work benefits are way worth it. We’re talking public Wi-Fi, smart parking and power grids, plenty of co-working spaces, and no income tax. Plus, you get to spend your weekends exploring one of the most modern cities in the world. 

Launched in 2021, Dubai’s Virtual Working Program allows travelers and their families to live and work in the UAE for up to 1 year.