How to Make a Workcation Work—for You and Your Family - As Featured in Fast Company
- Christianne Klein
- 6 hours ago
- 2 min read
The idea of the workcation- a blend of work and vacation- isn’t new, but it's officially gone mainstream. I was recently quoted in Fast Company about how families like mine are embracing this lifestyle, and I wanted to expand on what really makes a workcation work.
At FoodFamilyTravel, we believe travel doesn’t have to mean stepping away from your responsibilities- it can mean bringing your life with you, intentionally. That’s exactly what we’ve done: working remotely around the globe, world-schooling our daughter, and balancing business with adventure.
Here are a few quick tips to make your next workcation smoother and more successful:
Choose your destination strategically: Look for strong Wi-Fi, time zone alignment with your clients or team, and services that simplify your stay.
Build a realistic schedule: Don’t try to do everything every day. Alternate “work-heavy” days with “explore-and-connect” days.
Set clear boundaries: Establish when you're “on” and when you're unplugged. Use visual cues for your family (like headphones or a designated workspace) to signal when you need focus time.
Plan ahead for child care or learning: If you're traveling with kids, have a mix of structured educational activities and downtime built in.
Here’s what I shared with Fast Company:
“Treat workcations like a rhythm.”My family and I just returned from two months at sea—all while working remotely and world-schooling our then-6-year-old daughter. My top tip? Having set “office hours” on sea days helped us maintain structure while still leaving room for the spontaneity and joy of travel. Even better, not having to manage the daily demands of our at-home lifestyle—cooking, cleaning, and laundry, all of which were taken care of on board—gave us a surprising amount of extra free time we hadn’t anticipated. Treat workcations like a rhythm, and be willing to make adjustments. By clearly separating time for work, time for exploration, and planning ahead with your clients or team, you can be both present and productive.— Christianne Klein, Founder, FoodFamilyTravel.com
You can read the full article here: Fast Company – How to Make Workcations Work
If you're ready to try it yourself, start small. Maybe a long weekend with flexible work hours, or a week abroad where the setting inspires productivity. It’s not about perfection- it’s about creating a life where work and wonder can co-exist.
—Christianne Klein, Emmy®-winning journalist and founder of FoodFamilyTravel.com
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