Europe

Europe remains the heartland of the digital-nomad movement, and it's easy to see why. Compact distances and cheap regional flights let you hop between capitals in an afternoon, while the Schengen zone, dedicated nomad visas in Portugal, Spain, Croatia and Estonia, and near-universal fast internet make long stays practical. From Lisbon's sun-soaked hills to Tallinn's e-government efficiency, European cities pair deep culture and walkable old towns with the coworking spaces and English-friendly services remote workers rely on. Costs vary widely — Western capitals run premium, while Eastern and Southern Europe deliver excellent value for money.