BusinessAugust 27, 2026

workations

wer-KAY-shunz

Definition

Extended stays in a travel destination that allow an individual to continue working remotely while vacationing.

Etymology

A portmanteau of the words 'work' and 'vacation,' the term emerged in the early 21st century to describe the blending of professional responsibilities with leisure travel.

In the news

The article questions how the rise of workations might influence the structure and duration of travel itineraries for travelers in the winter season.

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