Remote Work and Travel-How to Find the Perfect Balance

Are you the type of person who enjoys both travel and work? Do you consider where to travel based on if you can work? Do you travel more because you work from home? You aren’t alone! Thanks to the growing number of telecommuting and freelance jobs, many people around the world are managing to balance the two perfectly. Whether it’s working at home during your lunch break or using an internet café once you get where you are going, there are ways to make sure you don’t miss out on an adventure just because your employer expects to hear from you at certain times.

How has remote work changed the way we travel

There’s no doubt that remote work has changed the way we travel. For one, it’s made it possible to work from anywhere in the world. No longer are we tied to a 9-to-5 job in a specific location. We can now pick up our laptops and work from anywhere with an internet connection. Plus, with the massive move to working from home during the pandemic, many employees are not returning to in office work. Does this mean we can travel more?  Yes and no. Yes because we have more freedom to go where ever the WIFI is strong enough to keep us online; but no because we still need to consider where there is good connectivity so that our jobs don’t suffer.

The freedom of working remotely

Working remotely gives you the freedom to travel wherever you want, whenever you want. No more being tied down to one location! But how do you find the perfect balance between work and travel? Here are a few tips for getting the most out of your experience:

• Consider where you can work from home when you’re planning your trip 
• Spend as much time working as possible before your trips 
• Figure out where you’ll be staying while working so that you can still enjoy yourself 
• Talk with other remote workers about their experiences

What is Bleisure Travel

Bleisure travel is the perfect way to combine work and play. By finding a destination that offers both business and leisure amenities, you can make the most of your time (and money!) while getting some work done. Working from home may also increase productivity; it’s been shown that people who telecommute are more productive and less stressed than those who go into an office every day. Consider how much downtime you want for each day- if you like a lot of down time for yourself, consider working in an environment with few distractions so you can have some alone time with yourself.

5 common challenges with Remote Work while traveling

1. Finding a place to work can be difficult, especially if you don’t have an office or co-working space.
2. Staying focused can be a challenge when there are so many new things to see and do.
3. Time differences can make it difficult to stay in touch with team members or clients.
4. There is no one person on your team who can cover for you when you need help because everyone is working remotely. 
5. Don’t forget to unplug! Take breaks throughout the day and turn off notifications while traveling.

These challenges are all obstacles that can make remote work challenging, but they’re not insurmountable ones.

Finding balance between working and traveling

For many people, the idea of working remotely is a dream come true. No more commuting, no more office politics, and the freedom to travel wherever you want, whenever you want. But finding the perfect balance between work and travel can be a challenge.

• Set boundaries on your time. Just because you can work 60 hours a week doesn’t mean you should
• Turn off your laptop when you’re not working and store it out of site. When you’re exploring, try to be in the moment. Remember it’s why you’re there.
• Keep to a budget. It’s easy to overspend while traveling for work because you’re not incurring the normal expenses at home. If you are combining work and travel, try to keep your expenses the same as you would while at home.