A recent study by OnePoll found that 79% of Americans report being more interested in workcations now compared to two years ago. This is an ongoing trend where professionals work remotely while enjoying a vacation-like environment, contributing to improved work-life balance.
The study reveals Jacksonville, Florida, as the best U.S. city for a wellness workcation. The town ranks top for quality of life and internet download speed and ranks highly among U.S. cities for climate, commuter time, and cost of living.
These cities represent the top 10 U.S. locations for a wellness workcation.
Jacksonville, Florida, tops the list with an overall wellness workcation score of 75.3 out of 100. As Florida's largest city, Jacksonville is known for its stunning beaches, architecture, and restaurants.
San Diego, California, with a score of 75, claims second place, closely trailing Jacksonville. The city is renowned for its favorable climate and has many attractions to offer. Some popular attractions include Balboa Park, which is a cultural park with museums, gardens, and theaters, and the San Diego Zoo, which is one of the most famous zoos in the world.
Not far behind, Kansas City, Missouri, secures the third position with a score of 72.7. As Missouri's largest city, Kansas City is well known for its vibrant music scene, particularly jazz and blues, and its distinctive style of barbecue.
Top Cities for Quality of Life
Securing the top position, Jacksonville receives recognition for its excellent park system and education scene, achieving a score of 173.7. This ranking, evaluated on the Quality of Life Index out of 240, considers factors such as infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and education.
Top Cities for Health and Safety
Best Cities for Digital Connectivity
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New York City, NY
Each city offers a unique work-life balance that caters to the needs of modern remote workers. Icelandair encourages professionals to consider these destinations for their next wellness workcation.
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Methodology: To reveal the best cities for a wellness workcation, we collated a list of top U.S. cities and ranked them based on the following factors:
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