Want to work from the beach? These are Europe’s best coastal cities for digital nomads

Turning the beach into your office and sending emails from a hammock sounds like something out of a dream.

But it doesn’t have to be. As more countries than ever start offering digital nomad visas, working remotely by the seaside could be a reality.

From bustling party towns to quiet unspoilt stretches of sand, Europe has a whole range of different coastal towns and cities to choose from.

So if you are looking for somewhere to catch some sun while replying to emails, here are Europe’s best digital nomad destinations by the sea.

Alicante, the gateway to Spain's Costa Blanca, is surrounded by some of the country’s most beautiful beaches. Sitting between the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains, you’ll have the best of both worlds whether you want to lounge in the sun or go for a hike.

The city’s biggest draw is its nightlife, however, with more bars and clubs than you could ever need. If you are looking for a more lively scene to spend your days by the beach then party the night away, Alicante could be for you.

Despite its reputation as a holiday destination, the city has a relatively low cost of living compared to the rest of Spain. An apartment on the outskirts of Alicante could cost you less than €600 a month.

Most of the city can be covered on foot with multiple different neighbourhoods, each with its own character, to choose from when you’re looking for a place to stay.

As the city looks to set itself up as a digital nomad destination, a variety of co-working spaces and virtual offices are starting to pop up. If you fancy something a little less formal, there are hundreds of cafes dotted around the city that serve incredible coffees and cakes.

When Croatia first launched its one-year permit for digital nomads in 2021, it