The coronavirus pandemic has brought about the mass-adoption of remote working, but not everyone is working from home. As travel restrictions lift, a number of people are taking advantage of their newfound flexibility and living the WFH life in far-flung parts of the globe.

In a bid to remove the hassle of dodgy Wi-Fi, Airbnb has added Wi-Fi speed and quality as part of their accommodation listings. At a time when the pandemic has made remote working the norm, the brand is making ‘work from Airbnb’ a much more seamless experience for those on the go.

The pandemic has dramatically accelerated the shift to remote work and the majority of employees are happy to abandon the office. With a country estate, loneliness-beating coworking community, best-in-class amenities, and a packed events calendar, Birch could spell the future of bleisure.

COVID-19 saw the hustle and bustle of city life grind to a halt, sparking fears of job losses and a financial downturn. Yet many people welcomed the slower pace of life. From embracing a commute-free work day to getting better acquainted with their neighbourhood, urbanites are switching gears and staying closer to home.