Stunning places in Himachal that are perfect for working remotely

If you have been stuck in an apartment in one of the cities, working from home during the COVID lockdown, this is for you. With India entering Unlock 4.0 and most states lifting restrictions on inter-state travel, it is time to cut off from cities and give your brain some respite. Make friends with Workcations, vacations where you can easily work as well, walking the fine line between work and vacation.

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Himachal Pradesh has emerged as a favourite in North India when it comes to a world from home destination, a fact that is hardly surprising. Given the state’s natural bounty and the majestic Himalayas around, the state is home to places that have modern infrastructure, work conditions and everything that you can seek for a safe environment away from your home.

Here is our pick of the perfect work from home destinations in Himachal Pradesh.
Palampur
Palampur and the surrounding areas of Bir-Billing are great fits if you are keen for a long-term stay; all these places have usually efficient internet coverage, cafes that have started home delivery, and finer roads to ensure that you are never cut off even as you maintain social distancing. A number of homestays are planning to open up for long-term visitors by October.

Manali & Naggar
Manali has never been off the radar for tourists. Now, with COVID-19 changing the ways of travel, it still is one place that tourists are keen to return to. While the Mall Road will not be as happening as it was in the days before Coronavirus, Manali and the surrounding areas such as Naggar and Jagatsukh plan to open to visitors from October 1. The nearby hamlet of Jibhi is also opening up for long-term vacation rentals. The hotels and homestays here are gearing up with the required facilities to make it convenient for people to work from their premises.

Kasauli
Anyone seeking a hill town to work from home in a more solitary place as the nation grapples with Coronavirus, need not to look further than Kasauli. Ease of access from Delhi and Chandigarh, better road connectivity and lesser tourists make it a perfect Himalayan destination for remotely working. Most of the hotels and homestays in Kasauli offer decent to efficient Wi-Fi, food and other essentials to help you stay productive while you are here.

Mcleodganj
If you have always been keen on visiting Mcledoganj when it sees less tourists, this is the time. Apart from scenic settings, it is one place that offers very efficient Wi-Fi connectivity within a comfortable distance of bigger cities including Chandigarh and Delhi. A few homestays, BnBs, and hotels have already opened up for people who are looking for long-term accommodation to work remotely.

We request our readers to not travel unless essential. If travelling, please follow all the health and safety guidelines by Central and State governments as well as local bodies.

Social distancing is essential for your safety as well as for the locals of these places.

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Workcations are not regular vacations and are not meant for sightseeing or any such activities; please stick to the conditions laid out by your hosts if you venture outside the premises.