Singapore has placed fourth spot amongst the best Asian workcation cities for 2025, according to the International Workplace Group’s (IWG) third annual Work from Anywhere Barometer.
The study highlights the increasing trend of ‘workcations’, where professionals combine work and leisure whilst travelling, driven by the rise of hybrid working models. Tokyo, on the other hand, has secured the top spot.
The report reveals that 60% of hybrid workers are more inclined to extend their holidays to work remotely compared to last year. Additionally, 86% of respondents consider the availability of flexible workspaces a crucial factor in choosing their destination. The freedom to work from anywhere is seen as a productivity booster by 87% of employees surveyed.
Singapore excels in several key areas, including food, broadband quality, happiness, culture, and sustainability. The city offers a hyper-connected environment with island-wide 5G coverage and seamless urban mobility, making it an attractive destination for digital nomads. Its blend of cultural richness and modern infrastructure, alongside a vibrant food scene, enhances its appeal as a workcation hotspot.
IWG’s network, with over 4,000 flexible workspace locations in more than 120 countries, supports this growing trend. The report suggests that adopting flexible workspaces as part of a hybrid strategy could boost productivity by up to 11% over the next five years. As companies increasingly embrace flexible working policies, the trend of workcations is expected to continue, offering significant benefits for both employees and employers.
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