Ever heard of work-cation? It is a relatively new concept that stems from the words; work and vacation. The idea is that you can take a break and holiday anywhere without sacrificing your commitment to your 💼work. It is made possible with the emergence of virtual meetings. You can also say that the trend has been popular ever since the covid-19 outbreak when many people were unable to work in their offices as they usually did. This is especially suitable for bosses, social media managers, and basically, anyone who can work remotely. If you are interested in trying out the concept, here are 8 places within Malaysia that you can check out!
If you plan to work while surrounded by nature, Tiarasa Escapes is a pretty good choice. It comes with free high-speed 📶Wi-Fi and has 5 types of villas for you to choose from. With a total of 20 tented villas and 5 treetop villas that evoke an era of White Rajah (James Brooke) adventure, you will be surrounded by rustic decor and greeneries only. When you are tired of sitting in front of your 💻laptop, you can get up and walk around the vast greenery or dip in the oasis-like pool.
This retreat serves as a quiet getaway for people who are looking for a quiet place (well, not as quiet as in the movie…you know what I mean) like a writer facing writer’s block or an 🎨👩🎨artist looking for the muse. This place is also highly recommended for 👨👩👧👦families with kids. So if you plan to come here with your family but want to work, your other family members still get to enjoy their time here. It’s like killing two 🐦🐦birds with a stone.
📞Phone: 012-887 7777
📧Email: [email protected]
📍Address: Persiaran Enderong, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang
Dash Box Hotel Cyberjaya is a unique hotel with an artistic and stylish design that can inspire you to be more creative. The dynamic and vibrant surrounding with a mesmerizing pool makes everything look so calm and zestful, all at the same time. If you are hungry, you can just head to their cafe and fill your tummy.
One good thing about Dash Box Hotel Cyberjaya is that the 🚗parking space is right in front of your accommodation, which is very convenient. They also have a scanning and photocopy service so that you can utilize it for your work. Of course, there is also free Wi-Fi. However, the Wi-Fi can get a bit weak sometimes, so you might want to rely more on your 📱phone’s data.
📞Phone: 03-8322 7171
📧Email: [email protected]
📍Address: Persiaran Apec, Cyber 8, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor
If you prefer a work-cation station that feels 🏡homey, you should try out Port Dickson Tasik Villa International Resort. Each villa is equipped with it's own private dip pool so that you can relax while working. This 5-star⭐ accommodation comes with free Wi-Fi.
When you are 😖hungry, there are a few cafes and restaurants for you to enjoy your meals. It is quite far away from the accommodation, but you can utilize their free buggy service. At night, you can have a stroll🚶♂️ and enjoy the musical fountain show from 9pm to 9.15pm.
📞Phone: 06-644 8888
📧Email: [email protected]
📍Address: Jalan Tasik Villa, Pusat Pelancongan Antarabangsa, Kota Lukut, 71010 Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan
Here is a 🌳rainforest retreat for those who want a private and quiet work-cation. You can work from the comfort of your own room or on the verandah overlooking the lush rainforest and river. In the morning, the ⛅sunlight will peak through the mists and clouds, giving you a spectacular and otherworldly panorama. When you need a break after working all day, you can throw paper planes from the veranda! Yes! This is totally allowed on the grounds of Rest Pause Rainforest Retreat.
Local breakfast is served upon waking up. If you want to prepare your own meal, there is a fully equipped kitchen. On top of that, the caretakers are only 1-minute away, so you can conveniently call upon them if you need any assistance. However, this remote work-cation is only suitable for those who don't require much use of the internet connection (like a writer, music composer or an artist) as the line is unstable.
📧Email: [email protected]
📍Address: Lot A293, Sum Sum, Jalan Tanarimba Pine, Tanarimba, 27540 Kampung Janda Baik, Pahang
Long-term work-cation is a thing, and there are times when you probably want to enjoy a long vacation. If that is the case, then Komune Living is for you. It has all the facilities you can enjoy while staying at a hotel without staying in a hotel, all at a minimal price. You also have access to regular room cleaning, linen & towels, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, standby concierge, 24/7 security and many more. If you are too tired to cook, you can even head to the Komune Cafe and order the food you want.
It is located in the city with a strong internet connection, making it suitable for you to work comfortably. It also raises your opportunity to widen your network with their co-living spaces, such as the community kitchen, alfresco area, game base, infinity pool, etc. Besides, there are also weekly and monthly community events that you can join! At Komune Living, you can seamlessly blend live, work and play.
📞Phone: 03-2742 5788
📧Email: [email protected]
📍Address: 20, Jln Kerinchi Kiri 3, Kampung Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur
Another retreat hidden within the cradle of nature, Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa is a secluded resort that features 48 traditional Bornean architecture villas made of timber, overlooking a beach with white sand. Sitting in front of the 💻laptop for too long can cause your muscles to become tight. For that, you can enjoy some 💆♀️relaxing treatments by the expert therapists at Echo Wellness Spa.
Since this place is a bit secluded, there is no 🚫📶Wi-Fi in the room. However, you can request mobile Wi-Fi from the staff. The rental for a 500MB mobile Wi-Fi costs RM 36 /day. On the bright side, Celcom and Digi users will have an upper hand here as these 2 telco providers have strong signals. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant, so you can utilize it while enjoying your meal.
📞Phone: 088-380 390
📧Email: [email protected]
📍Address: Polish Bay, Gaya Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Work remotely in the middle of nowhere by staying in a container overlooking the vast paddy field. It is a very chillax place away from the 🌃skyscrapers and bustle of the city. The vista here is pleasing to the eyes, especially during 🌄sunrise and sunset.
It has decent Wi-Fi to boot. All you have to do is request the Wi-Fi password from the receptionist. Since the accommodation is in the middle of a paddy field, there will be insects at 🌛night, and you might want to bring along an insect repellent. For food, you’ll have to get around by 🚗car or by 🚲bike. There is also a shared pantry where you can make your own drinks.
📞Phone: 019-320 5688 (WhatsApp & Phone)
📧Email: [email protected]
📍Address: Jalan Tali Air 4, Kampung Parit Empat, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor
Ever thought of bringing your work-cation to another level by staying on a boat? At Sailor’s Rest, you can stay on a boat accommodating up to 2 people. The interior looks no different from an ordinary landed house except for certain slanted corners that follow the shape of the boat. It comes with a queen-sized bed and its own 🚽toilet and 🚿shower.
Besides that, there is a beautiful garden and other facilities such as a playground, surau, etc. This quaint accommodation comes with breakfast and is the only unit available at the resort. The line connection here can be bad. Well, the good thing is, there is free Wi-Fi. The boathouse is situated deep in a secluded area and away from the main road. You can barely hear the sound of motor vehicles. There is only the sound of flowing streams and the chirping of 🐦birds.
📞Phone: 011-2104.1659 (Hazlan), 012-360.9227 (Hazman)
📧Email: [email protected]
📍Address: Lot 8592, Lorong Dato Panglima, Kg. Sg. Lurau, Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang
What do you think about this work-cation concept? Is it something that you would try out? If yes, you can always start with one of the 8 places recommended on this blog post.
