The explosion of digital nomads in the Azores has caused a huge boom in local accommodation.

According to a report in Fast Company, telecommuting is increasing the number of digital nomads. One in five nights booked on the Airbnb platform during the third quarter of 2021 was for stays of 28 days or more. This is a huge boom for the Azores, because it means that travelers are staying longer and spending more money. Travelers who visit the Azores are often looking for an authentic experience of local life in a beautiful setting. They want to enjoy the stunning landscape and explore nature without having to worry about getting stuck in traffic.

The 2020s will be a decade of unprecedented change in how and where we work. Many predict that it will become, in fact, a new way of life for a significant number of people who will become digital nomads working anywhere in the world.

Nomads and digital nomads looking for work on the internet now have a paradise where they can stay in the winter because of its affordable cost of living. Researchers found that about 1 out of every 5 nights booked on Airbnb was for stays longer than 28 days. Nearly half of nights booked in the 3rd quarter was for stays at least 7 days, up from 44% in 2019.

People want to continue exploring new countries and this is already reflected in the way bookings are made. On Airbnb, long-term family stays grew by 75% between summer 2019 and summer 2021. And the proportion of users booking long-term stays to continue their nomadic lifestyle grew from 9% in 2020 to 12% in 2021.

“More people will start living abroad, others will travel throughout the summer and some will even give up their rental contracts and become digital nomads”, advocates in the Airbnb analysis released.

As a digital nomad, you’re seeking a place where you can work and live with purpose, surrounded by beauty and community. That’s why the Azores is the right place for you. This archipelago of nine volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean is a place where nature thrives and the people are warm and welcoming. With great internet connectivity, a low cost of living, and a relaxed lifestyle, the Azores is the perfect destination for those who want to escape the hustle and embrace a life of meaning. Don’t settle for just any place to call home, choose the Azores and experience a balance of work and play that will inspire you to live every day.

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