Sri Lanka ranked second-best for digital nomads in 2021

Sri Lanka has been ranked the second-best, ahead of Singapore and several other countries, for digital nomads in 2021 by the influential French travel and tourism operator Club Med. Thailand was ranked first in the survey.

Club Med said as more work from home and say goodbye to cramped commutes and limp office plants, the idea of switching home offices for sunshine, lush landscapes and an explosion of culture is becoming increasingly popular.

This desire to roam whilst working remotely has led to a rise in digital nomads – people who travel the world whilst working virtually. Hence Club Med has created an index of the best places and countries around the world to become a digital nomad. This data was collected and assessed with the growing demand for the nomadic lifestyle. It consciously put beautiful landscapes before bustling cities to limit and restrict stress, allowing workers to fully embrace the world – the ethos behind digital nomadism.

In the latest study, Club Med looked at cost of living, safety, average internet speed, presence of nature and wellness spots, as well as the number of both relaxing and adventurous activities in each country.

In doing so, it allocated each place a total ‘digital nomad score’, which it uses to rank both the best countries and the best areas for remote working.

In describing Sri Lanka, which ranks second, Club Med said: “The colourful country of Sri Lanka is a paradise for nomads.”

“Sri Lanka came high up on our list as the second-best country for digital nomads to visit. With low living costs and a beautiful working backdrop of lush green mountains, coral reefs and powdery sand, it’s clear to see why Sri Lanka offers such a great remote working experience,” it said. 

The country had a total score of 238 out of 320, boasting average temperatures of 30°C along with ample activities and landmarks for visitors to enjoy, Club Med added.