As the momentum of remote and hybrid work continues to rise, nomads are actively seeking better living options, armed with a list of desired amenities for their remote working lifestyles. Recognizing these preferences, Savills, a real estate company, conducted a survey, and the results feature some well-known Emirates. Dubai & Abu Dhabi has ranked in the top 5
Dubai Secures Top Most Position For Remote Working
The Savills Executive Nomad Index – top 20 world destinations: https://t.co/BjjMKpDNj9
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In the Savills Executive Nomad Index 2023, Dubai has secured the topmost spot for remote working. This index evaluates sought-after global destinations based on their appeal and accessibility for long-term remote work. Dubai’s elevation to the leading choice for remote workers is attributed to its strong performance in quality of life, air connectivity, and digital infrastructure. Notably, Dubai moved up from its third position in the previous year’s Savills index, gaining popularity among professionals and corporations embracing hybrid work setups post-Covid-19. Seizing this trend, Dubai introduced its digital nomad visa program in March 2021, marking it as one of the Gulf’s pioneering cities to do so. This one-year virtual work initiative propelled Dubai to the second spot on the 2021 Nomad List, an exclusive study spotlighting the fastest-growing remote work destinations.
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Nomads Are Also Preffering The UAE Capital
In contrast, Abu Dhabi is a newcomer on this year’s list, catching the attention of executive nomads from Northern Europe. Its remote work visa and golden visa program are particularly enticing for investors and creative professionals in industries such as finance and startups. Stephen Forbes, head of Abu Dhabi at Savills, highlights the emirate’s evolution into an outward-facing destination. The allure of attractions like Yas Island and the cultural landmarks on Saadiyat Island captivates these nomads.
The Executive Nomad Index assigns each city a score across five categories: internet connection speed, quality of life, climate, air connectivity, and high-end rental housing prices. In this survey, Dubai achieved a score of 34.2 points, while Abu Dhabi secured 31.1 points.
Here is the list of the top 20 global destinations suitable for remote working:
- Dubai
- Malaga
- Miami
- Abu Dhabi
- Lisbon
- Barbados
- Barcelona
- Palma
- Algarve
- St. Lucia
- Cayman Islands
- Dubrovnik
- Malta
- Antigua
- Côte d’Azur
- Mauritius
- Athens
- Cyprus
- The Bahamas
- Tuscany
So the glam city now adds another badge in its stride for being the best destination for nomads working remotely.
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