Work From Anywhere: UK Employees Extend Holidays by Working Abroad

New research shows a growing trend in British workplaces. Employers are increasingly allowing staff to work remotely from holiday destinations. This practice, known as a "workation," lets employees extend their trips without using extra vacation days. Katherine tried it during a trip to Australia. Facing expensive flights for a rare opportunity, she asked her manager to work remotely for two extra weeks. She worked from a friend's house, greatly extending her stay. That experience was her first "workation"—combining work and a holiday. She enjoyed it and now does it regularly. She often arranges pet-sitting in new locations. This allows her to visit family, friends, and new cities over long weekends at little extra cost. Experts say this flexibility is key for modern work-life balance. For many, it makes distant travel more possible.