Tallinn, Estonia–Digital nomads, forming a workforce exceeding 35 million people, are revolutionizing the concept of work globally. While several locales have emerged as hotspots, new territories are continuously being explored, and the Baltic states have recently captured considerable attention.
According to a Travel Off Path report, Europe’s diversity and rich history have always enticed digital nomads. Still, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have recently gained momentum, particularly for those who wish to diverge from the usual European tourist track.
The report noted that Tallinn has notably emerged as one of Europe’s best cities for digital nomads. Renowned as one of the countries offering an excellent quality of life for digital nomads, Estonia provides unique attractions for the adventurous.
Tallinn, a well-preserved medieval city and Estonia’s capital, is celebrated for its retained original charm due to fewer visitors than other European cities. Recognized as one of the world’s safest cities, it presents an ideal base for digital nomads.
The report noted that labeled as Europe’s Silicon Valley, Tallinn welcomes remote workers, particularly in tech. With advanced online systems for everyday tasks like banking and voting, Estonia’s embrace of technology surpasses many countries.
Estonia, one of the early adopters of the digital nomad movement, has had a digital nomad visa scheme in place since August 2020. This allows digital nomads to work and live in Estonia for up to a year, given they meet certain requirements.
As per the report, Tallinn is comparatively the most expensive city in the Baltics. Still, it remains cheaper than similar cities in the U.S. or U.K. Living costs are on par with popular European cities such as Italy and Spain.
Tallinn’s location is on the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Finland, making it an ideal base for exploring the Baltic region and beyond. It is well connected to numerous European cities by low-cost carriers. It is just a short ferry ride from Helsinki.
However, the report noted that it’s crucial to consider potential downsides. Estonia’s unpredictable weather and long winters can be daunting, and the country’s low wages for nationals have led to a ‘brain drain.’ However, this may not directly impact digital nomads.
Learn more in the full Travel Off Path report.
