What if your working day began overlooking the Mediterranean, among the streets of Lisbon or within reach of Costa Rica’s wild Pacific coastline?
Remote working has made it possible to experience the world differently – staying longer, travelling slower and turning somewhere extraordinary into home for a while.
At Bailey Robinson, we analysed some of the world’s most desirable destinations for remote professionals, considering visa flexibility, living costs, digital infrastructure and lifestyle.
The result? Spain ranks as the world’s best destination for digital nomads.
Digital Nomad Score: 88/100
Few places blur the boundaries between working and living well quite like Spain.
Spend mornings in Barcelona before disappearing into its restaurants and galleries, settle beside the Mediterranean or escape to Mallorca for hidden coves, mountain villages and long lunches.
With an overall score of 88/100, Spain takes the top spot in our research.
Digital Nomad Score: 85/100
Portugal lends itself beautifully to a slower way of travelling.
There’s Lisbon’s historic streets and contemporary restaurants, Porto’s unmistakable atmosphere and the beaches and retreats scattered along the Algarve and Atlantic coastline.
For those who want every working day to end somewhere memorable, Portugal is difficult to resist.
Digital Nomad Score: 82/100
When the laptop closes, Croatia opens up.
Base yourself beside the Adriatic and weekends can mean sailing between islands, wandering through Dubrovnik or Split, or finding a secluded stretch of coastline to call your own for the afternoon.
It’s easy to see why Croatia ranked third in our study.
Digital Nomad Score: 81/100
For somewhere a little less familiar, look towards Georgia.
Tbilisi is creative and cosmopolitan, while beyond the capital lie dramatic mountains, centuries-old traditions and an exceptional food and wine culture.
Accessible entry requirements and affordability helped Georgia secure fourth place in our ranking.
Digital Nomad Score: 80/100
Imagine swapping the morning commute for rainforest, ocean and tropical wildlife.
Costa Rica offers a rhythm entirely of its own, where working remotely can sit alongside surfing, cloud forest hikes, secluded beaches and extraordinary biodiversity.
For those looking for more than simply a change of scenery, it’s an enticing place to stay awhile.
The rest of our top ten reveals just how varied the digital nomad lifestyle can be.
Malaysia combines contemporary cities with tropical escapes, while Greece offers Mediterranean living from Athens to the Aegean islands.
Colombia brings together vibrant cities and remarkable landscapes, while Estonia stands out for its digital infrastructure. And in Indonesia, islands such as Bali continue to offer a gentler, tropical pace of life.
Choosing somewhere to live and work requires more than finding a beautiful backdrop.
As Katy Rodgers, Marketing Director at Bailey Robinson, who has lived in both Dubai and Singapore, explains:
“Choosing a destination isn’t just about finding somewhere attractive. Visa eligibility, income requirements, tax residency rules and local regulations can all affect whether a move is practical in the long term.”
Before travelling, consider visa requirements, tax obligations, healthcare and insurance, internet connectivity and how well the destination fits the lifestyle you’re looking for.
Visa, tax and residency requirements can change, so always check current official guidance before relocating.
Perhaps the greatest luxury of remote working is simply having more time.
Time to find favourite restaurants, explore beyond the obvious places and return to the same beach, café or market until somewhere unfamiliar begins to feel like home.
Whether you’re imagining several weeks beside the Mediterranean or a much longer journey through the places you’ve always wanted to explore, Bailey Robinson’s Travel Designers can create a journey shaped entirely around you.
Ready to spend longer somewhere extraordinary? Get in touch with Bailey Robinson to start planning your journey.
Spain ranked as the best destination for digital nomads in Bailey Robinson’s study, with an overall score of 88/100. Portugal, Croatia, Georgia and Costa Rica completed the top five.
Consider visa requirements, tax implications, healthcare and insurance, accommodation, internet connectivity and the lifestyle you want while living abroad.
Spain, Portugal and Croatia took the top three positions in Bailey Robinson’s research, while Greece and Estonia also featured in the global top ten.
Requirements depend on your nationality, destination and length of stay. Some countries offer dedicated digital nomad visas. Always check current official requirements before travelling.
Bailey Robinson analysed destinations across six weighted criteria: visa accessibility and duration (25%), cost of living (20%), tax benefits on foreign income (20%), digital infrastructure (15%), lifestyle appeal (10%) and application ease (10%). Data was collected from publicly available sources and was accurate as of June 2026.
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