4 things you need to know before taking a workation

RESEARCH from overseas jobs specialists at Anywork Anywhere shows that Google searches for the term “workation” have risen by 455% globally, suggesting more people are looking to work abroad.

With a growing number of countries opening their doors for business and remote work becoming the new norm, many of these countries are also offering a “digital nomad” or “remote work” visa to workers.

There are more than 30 countries offering a “digital nomad visa”, and as that list continues to grow, so do Google searches.

Anywork Anywhere also found that in the last 12 months there’s been a 209% increase in global searches for this specific term. The search for the term “remote work visa” has also increased by 122% globally in the last 12 months.

That being said, here are four things you need to know about a workation before you hop on a plane.

What is a ‘workation’?

It’s taking a long or short-term trip away from home while still working remotely. The destination can be overseas or in your country of residency and can last from days to months.

An increasing number of companies now allow their employees to work remotely, from anywhere in the world, which is one reason why this concept is growing in popularity.

What’s a ‘digital nomad visa’?

It’s a document or programme that gives someone the legal right to work remotely while living in another country. It’s often called a remote work visa and by no means just applies to digital nomads. These visas are a great option for those who want to earn while they travel as they allow remote workers to stay longer than they could with an ordinary tourist visa without the commitment of applying for permanent residency.

What are the benefits?

There are a number of ways one could benefit from changing their work environment, which include enhanced creativity, increased productivity and more time for self-care.

You escape from your usual home commitments. There’s no daily commute, and there are fewer chores waiting to be done. These short-term solutions can also benefit anyone who struggles to switch off from work.

Being in a new environment means you’re less likely to respond to emails after hours, as you’ll be busy exploring your new destination.

What to consider before making the leap

While the idea of taking a working holiday is appealing, it’s not the right move for everyone. It can be daunting moving to a new destination, and a workation requires a lot of logistical planning.