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The mandatory work from home situation has led to an interesting new discovery of the freedoms and dynamism our schedules deserve, and has brought up debates on whether companies should even underwrite employee travel to various cities and places to keep themselves fresh and motivated with new experiences.
If that prospect has got you excited, read on for the seven best places to visit in Australia if you can work remotely (we've included accomodations with wifi and weekend activity suggestions too!) - pick between a bustling city, a lush rainforest, a tranquil beach, or really just visit them all:
- Margaret River, WA
- Hobart, TAS
- Byron Bay, NSW
- Esperance, WA
- The Blue Mountains, NSW
- Melbourne, VIC
- Cairns, QLD
1. Margaret River, WA
Work in the week, wine on the weekends! Need we say more? With over hundreds of wineries, Margaret River is the place to get your dose of rosé.
Plus, Busselton Jetty is only a mere hour away - where you can pay a visit to the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern hemisphere. Board the train and travel 1.7km to the end of the Jetty to visit the Underwater Observator and you can then descend 8 metres to the ocean floor via a spiral staircase to discover an awe-inspiring forest of vividly coloured tropical and sub-tropical corals and fishes!
Where to stay with high-speed wifi?
Waking to the sound of the ocean is truly one of the best pleasures in life - and you can get just that at this airbnb that's situated right across the beach! Equipped with a pizza oven and fire pit, you know you’d be in for a good time.
Best cafe to work from?
Grounded is the cafe to go to if you're into greenery and great coffee - you can kick back and relax in this light and airy space for hours.
Best thing to do there?
Don’t leave without booking a whale watching tour! Between June and December, an estimated 35,000 whales migrate just off the Margaret River coast.
How do I get there?
If you're a local - just pack the car and hit the road!
If you live in other states - the borders are not quite open yet, but set to open in the next phase and will be contingent on locally acquired infection rates in the eastern states, you can keep posted here!
2. Hobart, TAS
The capital of Tasmania may not be an obvious choice here, but hear us out - with Mount Wellington right in your backyard as your WFH view, and hidden gems like Cradle Mountain, Wineglass Bay and Bay of Fires within reach, Hobart may have more charm than you think!
Its seaside location and relatively laid-back atmosphere where you could stroll the Salamanca Market and visit MONA on the weekends is exactly why it has laid Hobart on this list.
Where to stay with high-speed wifi?
This cabin for two with uninterrupted mountain views will definitely add to a true Tasmanian experience - you could jump in a car and be at the top of Mount Wellington in just 30 minutes.
Best cafe to work from?
If you're looking for a bit of a funky space, Shoebox is the place for you - this little Tassie cafe is perfect for a day of typing away.
Best thing to do there?
No car? No problem! See the best of Bay of Fires with this small group tour where you’ll get to fall in love with Bay of Fires’ gorgeous beach, crystal clear waters, and orange lichen-covered granite rocks, visit Bridestowe Lavender Farm and see different kinds of flowering lavenders plus enjoy a stop at Lease 65 and taste fresh oysters straight from their farm.
How do I get there?
If you're a local - just pack the car and hit the road!
The Tasmanian border is now open, but 14 day quarantine required, keep up to date here.
3. Byron Bay, NSW
When the chills start to hit Sydney and Melbourne, you know it’s time to head up north in search of more sunshine. Plus, we’re always hopeful about the possibility of catching a glimpse of Chris Hemsworth just kicking back at a local cafe as we grab our morning cuppa before work!
Now’s the time to live out your vegan, active and wholesome lifestyle dreams! Imagine starting each day with a surf on Main Beach, grabbing an Acai bowl and then having beachside bliss and stunning headlands as your working view - not too shabby eh?
Where to stay with high-speed wifi?
The Atlantic Byron Bay is a boutique style accommodation that's the perfect little nook to work from in the day with plenty of palm trees and lounge chairs by the pool.
Best cafe to work from?
Free WiFi and some cheery cheap food = good combo for a workspace, and you can find that at Manna Haven.
Best thing to do there?
Jump on a kayak and paddle out to sea where you can catch a glimpse of the dolphins and whales during this migration season!
How do I get there?
The NSW border is now open and no quarantine is required for interstate travel!
4. Esperance, WA
If you’re a water baby, then this should be at the top of your list - as soon as you lay your eyes on the very many white-sand beaches in Esperance, it’ll become clear why it's often regarded as the most beautiful coastline in the whole of Australia! With the opportunity to now work from anywhere, why not here?
With five national parks surrounding Esperance with plenty of activities like hiking, fishing and off road four-wheel drives nearby, you can bet that your weekends will be filled with plenty of fresh air and adventure.
Where to stay with high-speed wifi?
This Airbnb with ocean views and free WiFi and a spa bath should be a pretty good spot to camp out and work from on weekdays, and you could potentially rent a car or camper van and hit the road on weekends.
Best cafe to work from?
Remember to take breaks! Check out Break Away cafe for some great coffee and cheesecake.
Best thing to do there?
You can’t miss the Pink Lake if you’ve made it all the way here!
How do I get there?
If you're a local - just pack the car and hit the road!
If you live in other states - the borders are not quite open yet, but set to open in the next phase and will be contingent on locally acquired infection rates in the eastern states, you can keep posted here!
5. The Blue Mountains, NSW
A pretty good one to work remotely from we’d say - with incredible views from giant gorges, quaint little historic towns, bush walks aplenty and even outdoor climbing experiences, the Blue Mountains would make for a truly special Aussie spot to hang out at for a week or two.
Where to stay with high-speed wifi?
The Bilpin Guest House Cabin on airbnb has cosy written all over it - fully equipped with a fireplace and a spa waiting for you when you get back after a long day of Mountain activities.
Best cafe to work from?
Red Door Cafe in Leura is a comfy and cosy cafe - perfect to grab a coffee and find a little spot to work away.
Best thing to do there?
The three sisters, bush walking, camping and mountain biking just to list a few! If you’re up for more of an adventure and something a little different, we recommend the beautiful Juggler Canyon Experience from Katoomba where you can go on a spectacular canyoning experience and abseil from exhilarating heights! All with round-trip transfers from Katoomba taken care of.
And after that, if you want a nice soak, the Japanese Bath House is well worth a visit!
How do I get there?
The NSW border is now open and no quarantine is required for interstate travel!
6. Melbourne, VIC
Don’t think anyone would be surprised to find the world’s most liveable city on this list! Diverse art scene, amazing alleyways that could instantly transport you to Europe, and the amazing coffee, anything else you could ask for? To top it all off, there are cafes aplenty with free wifi that would make working remotely just that much easier! Different day, different cafe?
Where to stay with high-speed wifi?
Inspired by and dedicated to Australian contemporary artists, we don’t think there would be any other accommodation more appropriate than Art Series Melbourne! Original artworks and prints adorn the walls and halls here, plus The Cullen, Art Series is located in Prahran, where you could roll out of bed and stroll across to Prahran Market for some fresh flowers and coffee in the morning!
Best cafe to work from?
You won't be strapped for choices, but we have to recommend Little Rogue for quite possibly the best Matcha latte in all of Melbourne!
Best thing to do there?
100% make sure you spend a weekend at Yarra Valley and jump aboard a hot air balloon to take in the sensational views of the vineyards from above!
How do I get there?
The Melbourne border is now open and no quarantine is required for interstate travel!
7. Cairns, QLD
Cairns really is the only large city in Tropical North Queensland, and is a great gateway to explore some of the best natural landscapes - from Cape Tribulation, the Great Barrier Reef to the Daintree Rainforest!
Imagine getting off work then having the option to go scuba diving on the largest reef system on the planet or visit an Aboriginal community in the rainforest!
Where to stay with high-speed wifi?
To truly experience the tropical vibes of Cairns, you’d have to stay in a treehouse right?! We bet with an airy space filled with greenery like this, work productivity levels are bound to go up!
Best cafe to work from?
The Chamber Room is a specialty espresso and brew bar for all you coffee snobs out there- the espresso bar uses specialty coffee blends from Code Black Coffee Roasters — a Melbourne favourite.
Best thing to do there?
See Australia’s beautiful rainforest, lush valleys and rolling hills up close- we recommend giving the horse riding experience through Cairn’s lush rainforest a go.
How do I get there?
If you're a local - just pack the car and hit the road!
If you live in other states - the QLD border is set to open 10th July (except to Victorians, sorry!) keep up to date here.
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