Sometimes the world just calls. This summer I have decided to fully explore a variety of cultures on the Remote Year program. My adventure will take in four European cities. Each will allow me to live in an local apartment and work from a communal workspace; proving that the virtual connection technology allows us to transcend borders and continue to do good work.
First stop this summer is Belgrade, Serbia. Belgrade is a city on the ascent. It is compact with an unique personality and energy to it. I arrived on Saturday night, greeted promptly by a Remote Year driver and taken directly to my accommodations. The apartment landlady was waiting, complete with house tour, directions and keys. I could exhale, unpack and go to sleep… This was painless!
My apartment is a third-floor walkup (there is an elevator, but the stairs are quicker), it’s an older building with white washed plastered walls, high ceilings, herringbone parquet flooring, spacious bath, modern kitchen and a balcony facing the street. In one direction, the apartment is located a block away from the Republic Plaza (Government seat) and adjacent Pedestrian Street (think super outdoor mall with outdoor cafes and musicians. It is very cool). In the other direction, it is next to the biggest city park and St. Marc’s cathedral. There are two workspaces in Belgrade. Both provide all the amenities necessary to do good work: fast WiFi, tech support, telephone booth, open work space, full kitchens. It’s fun to get up and walk to work. It’s about 5 blocks from apartment to work space (15 minutes total walking time says FitBit).. chance to get a good cup of coffee, pastry (oh, this town knows pastry!) and enjoy your commute. When was the last time you either commuted (I haven’t since 2001!) or enjoyed your journey from home to work? Hummm..be honest…
I know for certain that I enjoyed my commute today. It felt good.
RSVP– I invite you to join me for this summer with Remote Year. My intention is to explore each city, see the sites, engage in the culture, learn some language, discover food & drink, do Pilates and have fun while doing some great work! Let’s have a good summer together!
