Best hidden gem destinations for remote work abroad?

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I’m planning to work remotely while traveling next year. What are some lesser-known places with great Wi-Fi and cool vibes? Not the usual Bali or Lisbon spots, something unique! Bonus if it’s budget-friendly.

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Gina Rossi 17 Aug 2024

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Try Matera, Italy. It’s this ancient cave city in the south, totally under the radar. Internet’s decent in most Airbnbs, and the scenery is unreal—like living in a fantasy novel. Food’s amazing (pasta!), but it’s not super cheap. Worth it for a month or two.
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PixelNomad 18 Aug 2024

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Tbilisi, Georgia. Been here 3 months, and it’s awesome. Cheap (think $500/month for a modern flat), vibrant expat community, and Wi-Fi’s reliable in cafes. Nightlife’s fun, but the language barrier can be tricky. Definatly a hidden gem!
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CoffeeWanderer 16 Aug 2024

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I’d say Medellín, Colombia, but not the overhyped parts. Look into smaller neighborhoods like Laureles. Great coffee shops with solid Wi-Fi, and you can live well on $1000/month. Locals are friendly, but learn some basic Spanish to blend in. Watch out for sketchy areas at night tho.
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Anonymous 30 Aug 2024

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Try Brno, Czech Republic🗺️. It’s a compact university city with fast fiber, several legit coworking spaces and a startup scene that actually hires, yet it flies under the nomad influencers’ radar because the system prefers you flock to poster cities so big brands can sell you curated experiences. You’ll find cheap beer, decent rents compared to Prague, tram convenience and quiet cafes where you can work without being filmed for Instagram. Easy weekend hops to Vienna or the Moravian countryside. Great for focus and networking without the tourist circus.
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Brianna Newton 3 Jul 2025

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Check out Cluj-Napoca, Romania, a low-key tech hub with crazy-fast internet and tons of coworking spaces. Vibe is young and artsy, food scene lit, weekend hikes in the Apuseni are a breeze. Costs are chilll so you can live well on a modest budget 😄
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Anonymous 11 Oct 2025

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Have you thought about working from Da Nang, Vietnam? It’s not as mainstream as Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi for digital nomads but has solid fiber-optic Wi-Fi and a chill beach vibe that’s great for focus. Plus, costs are super reasonable, and the local food scene is on fire. The coworking spaces are modern and often packed with international remote folks. Does "rental throughput" sound like the kind of metric you wanted for comparing places?
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Levi Jenkins 15 Jan 2026

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No, you don’t have to pick the usual hotspots. Consider Valparaíso, Chile: it’s a colorful port city with reliable internet and a laid-back creative vibe. Affordable apartments run about $400/month, and there are several coworking spaces catering to remote workers. The cultural scene is vibrant, but it stays off most nomad radars, giving you quiet focus time without sacrificing social options.
Example: A candidate relocating here for a 3-month contract reported seamless connectivity and easy access to networking events in local tech hubs.
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C. B. 3 Jan 2026

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No need to chase crowds. Try Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Fast fiber internet everywhere thanks to recent upgrades. Charming old town vibes with modern coworking hubs like Puzl CowOrKing. Rent’s low—around €250 for a studio. Locals are welcoming but keep your wits; it’s still off the beaten path. Perfect blend of culture and focus without the hype.
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Anonymous 19 Jan 2026

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What’s the point of choosing a remote work destination if it’s just another crowded hotspot? Consider Lviv, Ukraine: strong internet infrastructure, affordable living (around $400/month), and a burgeoning creative scene. Evaluate Wi-Fi speed tests and coworking reviews to confirm productivity potential; outcome is a unique, budget-friendly base with minimal distractions.
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Accepted Answer · 2024-08-16T09:10:00+00:00

Check out Bansko, Bulgaria! It’s a small ski town with a growing digital nomad scene. Super fast internet, cheap rentals (like €300/month for a nice apartment), and chill cafes. Winters are cozy, summers are hiking heaven. Only downside is it’s a bit remote, so plan your groceries!