Building your own business doesn’t mean you can’t take a break and indulge your inner explorer. Stepping away from the grind can fuel your next big idea. Whether you’re taking a well-earned digital detox or are hopping on Zoom between cappuccinos, Europe offers the perfect blend of inspiration, culture, and girlboss energy for your next getaway.
By Michelle van den Boom
1. Dubrovnik, Croatia – For the dreamy creator who loves a good view and an even better story
Think Terracotta rooftops, sunlit stone streets, and Adriatic blues that’ll make your camera roll weep with joy. Dubrovnik is where ancient charm meets coastal calm. Whether you’re journaling by the sea, brainstorming your next launch while sailing the Dalmatian coast, or sipping local wine in the Old Town, this city is perffect for slowing down without losing momentum.
Power move: Unplug during a sunset swim at Sveti Jakov Beach, a tucked away gem just outside the city walls.
2. Lisbon, Portugal – For the visionary who thrives on colour, culture and community
Lisbon is magnetic. Pastel buildings, bold tiles and trams climbing steep streets–it’s impossible not to fall in love with this city. Beyond the aesthetics, Lisbon is one of Europe’s rising stars for remote work and startup culture. You’ll find like-minded creatives and founders swapping ideas over espressos and fresh pastéis de nata in every corner of this bustling city.
Power move: Drop in at Second Home Lisboa, a botanical-filled co-working dream that sparks innovation energy.
3. Paris, France – For the romantic strategist who dreams big in bold lipstick
Paris isn’t just pretty–-it’s powerful. Between world-class museums and corner cafés that practically demand journaling, this city invites you to romanticize your ambitions. Whether you’re pitching a client from a rooftop bar or sketching out your next offer beneath the Eiffel Tower, Paris invites you to lead with style and substance.
Power move: Spend an afternoon wandering the Shakespeare and Company bookstore and grab a seat at their café. This is the perfect place to plot your next big move.
4. London, England – For the girlboss who’s always ten steps ahead–and dressed for the part
London is hustle. It’s also high tea, heritage, and a multicultural melting pot where big ideas feel right at home. Whether you’re meeting collaborators or soaking in the culture, London reminds you that your ambitions belong everywhere. The pace is fast, but so are the opportunities.
Power move: Attend a live panel or networking event at The Wing Londen (or other female-focused spaces), where ambitious women gather to share ideas, insights, and inspiration.
5. Rome, Italy – For the soulful planner who believes in passion, pasta, and purpose
Rome moves at its own pace–-and maybe that’s exactly what we need more of. Between ancient ruins and buzzing piazzas, this city teaches us to take it all in, to savor the now, and to lead with the heart. Rome is for thinking big, resting well, and finding beauty in every corner.
Power move: Take your strategy session to Villa Borghese gardens with an espresso in hand before unwinding at a local pizzeria.