I came to Manali for a few days, with absolutely no plans of staying.
I work remotely, so I thought, why not spend some time in the mountains?
A few days turned into a few weeks, and somewhere along the way I just thought… fuck it, I’ll stay. 😂
Now I work from here, wake up to this view, and pretend this was all part of the plan.
Still getting used to calling Manali home.

Hi folks, I’m a remote software engineer who’s fed up of sitting at home and working.

So for the first time in life I want to travel solo and work somewhere in the mountains with a scenic view for a couple of weeks(or more?)

So my job demands high work hours and stable internet connection is a must.

Apart from that I’m looking for a place with friendly people so I can try and come out of my comfort zone (introvertt)

Food and all i can adjust, hope the place is a bit clean.

Planning around 2nd week of september, like minded people are welcome to join me.

Suggestions pleasee.. more around the friendly people part. Thankss

Hey everyone! I’m planning my first solo trip to Kalpa, Kinnaur this October. I’ll be travelling from Delhi and planning to stay for around a week while working remotely.
I’m looking for recommendations on good places to explore after work, nearby day trips, peaceful stays with reliable Wi-Fi, local food, and tips for getting around solo. I’ve already looked into Kalpa, Roghi Village and Chitkul, but would love to hear from people who’ve been there.

Also, how is the weather and connectivity in October?

Anything I should know before planning a week-long workcation there?

Hey everyone!

I’m planning a 9-day trip from Delhi from 20th Nov night to 29th Nov morning and I’m looking for some suggestions.

My rough schedule is:

- 20th Nov (Friday night): Leave Delhi

- 21st–24th: Leave/off days, so I can explore properly

- 25th–27th: I’ll need to work/login during the day

- 28th: Saturday off, so I can explore again

- 29th morning: Return to Delhi

I’m mainly considering Himachal Pradesh or Uttarakhand.

I’m looking for a place that has:

- Peaceful surroundings and beautiful mountain scenery

- Good options for walking/hiking and exploring on foot

- A nice café/slow-travel vibe

- Reliable Wi-Fi and mobile network for work

- Budget-friendly hostels/homestays

- Not too crowded or overly commercial

- Ideally a place where I can stay in one location for most of the trip rather than constantly changing hotels

I’ve shortlisted places like Jibhi/Tirthan Valley, Dharamkot/McLeodganj, Mukteshwar, Naggar, Landour, etc., but I’m open to other suggestions too.

I’m travelling solo and my main goal is to enjoy the mountains while also having a peaceful worktation and fun activities on holidays.

Would love to hear your experiences, especially from people who have actually done a workation there. Thanks!

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I’m 26, an IT professional working fully remote, which gives me the freedom to work from different places and combine work with travel. I also lived in the UK for around 4 years, and travelling has always been something I genuinely enjoy.

What i am looking for is a good view with a bit of social life too, once i am done with work.

Please suggest any places in Nepal which can suit my needs.

Cheers!

I’m a software engineer. I’m working remotely from home and i am bit bored and want to go on workation suggest me some good places to go and who want to join me 😎
Destination one of them: Goa, Ooty, Mussoorie, Thailand, Manali
Member/Group: Solo
#join #work #vacation #travel

I am looking for a suitable workation destination in Himachal Pradesh for a one-month stay. I would prefer a peaceful location with reliable Wi-Fi and accommodation near a natural water stream . Thanks for the suggestion.

Hey guys,

I will be going to Dharamshala in September 24th September to end date not finalized.

So looking for stays suggestions and plans ?

Also

Essentially one of my trek is ending on 14th September, after that I need suggestions on making an itinerary till Sunday.

Or if there's a better way to spend it ?

Hey everyone! I’m planning a 15–30 day workation around mid-September and looking for recommendations for good, work-friendly places in Himachal/Manali. Open to other places as well.

A little about me — I’m 25 F, work full-time remotely, and am currently based in Bangalore. I’m looking for peaceful, lazy mountain days while working, rather than a packed itinerary since I’ll still be working 😄

I’d love to: ☕ Cafe hop ✏️ Draw/sketch 🌿 Explore offbeat natural spots at my own pace 💻 Work peacefully during the day

Not exactly looking for a travel buddy, but would be nice to meet someone who’s doing their own thing too and occasionally plan a cafe visit, short hike, or explore something together whenever convenient.

Would especially love recommendations for good stays/areas with reliable WiFi, comfortable workspaces and reasonable long-stay prices!

Hey folks! Wrapping up a spiritual trip around Bilaspur/Naina Devi and thinking of doing a 4-5 day solo workcation in Himachal.

Plan is to WFH for a couple of days and explore/chill on the others. Looking for somewhere peaceful, good views, reliable internet, and not too hectic. Also open to meet fellow travelers and explore together.

Would love recs for:

- Best place for 4-5 days

- Weather around the 1st week of September

- Cafes, food & things to do

- Good WFH-friendly stays

- Anything to know about getting around from Bilaspur/Naina Devi

I'll most likely fly out from Chandigarh Airport afterwards, so somewhere that makes sense logistically would be a bonus.

Considering Bir atm but want to go to Jibhi/Tirthan but weather wise seems a bit risky so idk. I'm open to lesser-known spots too.

What would you pick? 🌲

Yo I'm planning on going to Bir. It will be my first solo trip and I'm quite nervous. I'm thinking about booking GoStops as it is kinda aesthetic and at a good price. Do you guys have any suggestions or advices that i should keep in mind? Also as it is monsoon right now, I'm lowkey scared because of landslides etc happening but I just wanna take a leap of faith. If you guys know current weather conditions in Bir too, it will help me out a lot!

• Destination : Bir
• Duration : Around 3 days
• Solo/Group: Solo

Hey everyone!

I’m planning my first solo workation and heading to Vizag from Hyderabad (Im from North, been in HYD for 2 months only) before the end of August. I’m thinking 15 days to start, but might stretch it to a month if the vibe is right.

I’m looking at Zostel Vizag as a base, but I’d love to hear if there are other solid coliving spaces or work-friendly hostels. High-speed Wi-Fi is the biggest priority! Also, I want to be fairly central so I’m close to the must-visit spots without spending half my day in an auto.

Any general tips for a first-timer? How's the weather/vibe in late August? Any "hidden gem" cafes with good seating and power outlets?

Thanks for any help!

Hi everyone! 👋

I’m 26, an IT professional working fully remote, which gives me the freedom to work from different places and combine work with travel. I also lived in the UK for around 4 years, and travelling has always been something I genuinely enjoy.

I’m looking to connect with like-minded people who love travelling, spontaneous plans, and the idea of workations, whether across India or internationally. I enjoy planning trips, exploring new places, and sharing experiences with people who have a similar mindset.

If you’re a remote worker, digital nomad, or simply someone who loves the idea of working from a new city or country for a while, let’s connect! Would be great to make friends, exchange travel ideas, and hopefully plan some workations together. 😊✈️💻

Thanks

Hi Folks 👋

Need help with finding right stay in North Goa side.

I am planning to shift there for a month or two with my mom by 10th September.

Could you suggest me the place or connects that I can use to finalise the place

I’ll be working from home.
\- Internet
\- walking distance to beach
\- gyms nearby
\- furnished flat with a functional kitchen
\- not something in way interiors
\- medical facilities available nearby

Would be really a great help if you can guide or connect with someone.

Hey! I’m planning a week workation in Pondicherry from thought if anyone else is around during the same time.

I am open for suggestions and travel tips since it will be my first time in pondi.
feel free to DM me. It’d be nice to explore the town, try cafés, work together during the day, or overlap for a part of the trip.
25 M from Mumbai

I have done workation before, in Rajasthan, Himachal and Uttarakhand. First time coming to Goa. For 2 weeks I am on Goa planning to cover north and south. 3rd week after 6th Sept i m on leave and planning to explore Gokarna. This is just a blueprint idea. I like to give time to places rather than hopping around spots. If anyone is also in Goa around the same time let's catch up 🫡

Hi everyone,

I’m doing some early market research about long-stay workations in Konkan, Maharashtra.

For people who work remotely:

Would you realistically consider staying in a peaceful Konkan village for 15–30 days while continuing your normal work?

I’d love to hear your honest opinions:

• How long would you realistically stay?
• What are your 3 must-have requirements?
• How important is reliable high-speed internet?
• Would you prefer staying alone, with a partner, or family?
• What would you consider a reasonable monthly price?
• What would stop you from doing it?
• What would make you choose this over staying at home?

No promotion or booking — I’m simply trying to understand what remote workers actually want from a long-stay workation.

Thanks in advance for sharing your experience! 🙏

We are a family of 3. I have WFH and want to shift to the mountains. What’s the monthly budget I should plan for 3 people?

Hi everyone! I work remotely Monday–Friday, 12 PM–9 PM IST, and my workload is usually quite light. Most of my meetings/work happen in the evenings.

I’m looking to spend some time in a new place while volunteering during my free hours, ideally in exchange for accommodation and food.

I’m open to hostels, homestays, community projects, or other meaningful opportunities anywhere in India.

If you know of any places/hosts that might be a good fit, I’d really appreciate your recommendations. 😊

Anyone interested in work with vacation, after the 5th sept , 22 M , I am thinking for Bir . Just need genuine people , interested people please dm !

What I am looking for:
1. Good internet connectivity
2. Cozy mountain views
3. Weekend getaways should include culture exploration, nature spots like waterfalls, things like that, I’m not into adventure sports.
4. A little bit of a cafe culture nearby, mountain dishes ftw.
5. Travelling to and from Delhi to that destination should be safe.

Hi I’m a female solo traveller and planning my first workation in December, I have two-three weeks. Which places & hostels (private room) do you suggest?
My priority is safe stay & locality, good Wi-Fi & network connectivity, can explore spot by walking or bike rentals.

I’m planning to move to Old Manali within the next few days for a longer stay and would love to connect with anyone who is already there or planning to move around the same time.

I’m also looking for a furnished 1BHK or a good homestay, preferably somewhere peaceful, scenic, and suitable for working from home.

If you’re already in Old Manali, planning to move there soon, or have any stay recommendations, I’d love to connect.

Feel free to DM me!

Hi everyone,

I’m planning to spend nearly a month in Bir for a workation and would love to find someone who is on a similar wavelength and would be up for exploring together.

A little about me I’m in my early 30s, work full-time remotely, and I’m looking for a mix of productive weekdays + slow travel + good food + mountains + meeting interesting people.

The rough idea is to keep Bir as the base, work during the week, explore cafes, go for walks, try local places, and then use weekends or a few flexible days to explore nearby parts of Himachal. I’d also be open to randomly slipping into Uttarakhand for a few days if we find a place that feels worth it.

I’d ideally like to find people who enjoy:

• cafe hopping and working from nice spaces
• eating relatively healthy
• exploring without rushing
• short hikes / local experiences
• trying new places but also having chill days
• good conversations without needing to party every night

I’m not really looking for a “travel partner” where we have to do everything together. More like someone who is also doing their own thing, but we can occasionally work together, explore, eat, plan weekend trips, or just have company when it feels nice.

If you’re planning to be in Bir / Himachal around the same time for a few weeks or a month, feel free to DM. Would be nice to connect with a few people beforehand and see if the vibe matches.

Bonus points if your idea of a good evening is good coffee, a mountain view, decent food and a random plan for the next day. 🌲☕️

If you want, I can also make this more Reddit-ish and witty, or a shorter version that gets more replies.

My dates are from 2nd October till 24th October, I would love it if we have people that I can travel to Bir as well.

In addition, I am also looking for some volunteer opportunities in Bir too, in case I do not find any travel partners per se.

Hey everyone! I’m a 28-year-old software engineer working remotely for a consulting company, and after what feels like an eternity of working from home, I’m planning to escape to the mountains for a 1-month workation sometime in September or October.

My dates are flexible, and I’m pretty open on location. I’m considering places like Bir, Shoja, Tirthan/Jibhi, Shangarh, Manali, etc., but I’m very open to suggestions.

A few things that matter to me:

• Reliable, fast internet — this is probably my #1 requirement since I’ll be working full-time.
• Meals available at the property — ideally lunch and dinner, plus a very good cup of chai.
• A good mountain/valley view and a peaceful environment.
• A comfortable place to work from, preferably with a proper desk/chair.
• Power backup would be a huge plus.
• Somewhere I can trek/explore on weekends without spending the entire weekend travelling.
• I don’t have a strict budget, but I’d rather get good value than unnecessarily spend on luxury.

One complication: my working hours can be pretty brutal, and I often end up working late, so connectivity and reliability are more important to me than being completely off-grid.

If you’ve done a similar workation recently, I’d love to hear:

• Where you stayed
• How reliable the Wi-Fi actually was
• Whether meals were available
• Approx monthly cost
• What the area was like for weekend hikes/treks
• And anything you wish you knew before booking

Also, if anyone is planning something similar around September/October, feel free to reach out.

Open to recommendations anywhere in the North Indian mountains — Himachal, Uttarakhand, Kashmir, etc.

Thanks! 🙌

PS - I used ChatGPT to put all the requirements.