The pandemic may have locked people down, but it also freed many employees from the office. Increasing numbers of workers have jumped on a plane with their laptops in their hand luggage. Set off in search of a better work-life balance. Of course, we as Digital Nomads already knew that Portugal is the perfect place for digital nomads. But there is also proper research done by some experts.
Best English, political stability, low violence, and great climate
Portugal. The land of wine, beautiful landscapes, one of the largest coats in Europe, and the ideal place if you are looking to spend a couple of months working remotely. Next to sea, sun, and surf, there are a couple of other reasons why this country is quickly becoming a Digital Nomad hub. The high level of English among its population, its political stability, low violence, and great climate are just some of the factors that placed Portugal at the top of the Travel Work Index, revealing the best countries in the world to work and travel in.
Coworking spaces and digital nomad communities in Portugal
Coworking spaces are popping up everywhere, and communities are being formed in almost every corner of the country, from the Algarve to the northern city of Viana do Castelo. Today, Portugal has become one of the best places to go if you want to work remotely.
Momondo analyzed 111 countries as part of this research, focusing on remote working conditions and opportunities for travel experiences, through a total of 22 factors, with scores from zero to 100. Portugal achieved a final score of 100, ranking the #1 country for remote work. Just behind Portugal is Spain, followed by Romania, Mauritius, and Japan, completing the top five best countries for digital nomads.
Top 10 best countries for digital nomads in the world
- Portugal
- Spain
- Romania
- Mauritius
- Japan
- Malta
- Costa Rica
- Panama
- Czech Rep
- Germany
English in Portugal and Viana do Castelo
Especially in touristy areas, you’ll find that most people speak English well. Portuguese people are quite welcoming and friendly. If you need to go to a hospital, don’t worry. You will find English-speaking staff easily. In Viana do Castelo it’s easy to get around and make new friends when you are speaking English.
The weatherconditions in Portugal
The weather in Portugal is another attraction. The winters are mild to cool, and the summers warm. Most tourists generally visit Portugal in the summer. Our personal favorite seasons are spring and autumn. Less crowded, has the best thermal wind, and the country feels more authentic. The climate in Viana do Castelo is perfect because of the cooling ocean breeze, it never feels really hot in the summer. The south of Portugal can be hotter because there is less ocean wind.
Are you planning to travel to Portugal next year as a digital nomad?
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