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2023 Guide to Renting for Digital Nomads
Renting an apartment as a digital traveler without proof of income may seem challenging, but with the right approach, it's entirely achievable.
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9 Best Activities to Try Around Berlin
Whether you're in Berlin for a week or as your new home, you can't deny that the city of two halves really does have everything.
Creating Mountain Design at Home
Bring the coziness and serenity of the mountain home with you.
Living the Spanish Mediterranean Diet
Experience the flavors of the Mediterranean diet by doing exactly what you need to do. Eating.
Paris’ 10 Best Activities
Our guide to 10 of the best things to do in Paris, France
Creating a Quality Office Environment
Work productively wherever you’re living
9 Storage Tips to Make the Most of Small Spaces
Let's help you solve the lack of space in your apartment
8 Summer Activities to Do in Lisbon
Here's how to have a fun filled summer in Lisbon
The Hidden Side of Paris
Discover all of Paris’s hidden gems
How to Move an Apartment From Berlin to Paris with Ukio
Ready to continue your Ukio journey to a new city?
Summer Fun in Madrid
Here’s how to have a fun-filled summer in Madrid.
6 Top Parisian Hobbies for Expats
Moving to Paris? Pick up these top hobbies to enhance your Paris stay
Sarrià - Sant Gervasi: A Neighborhood Guide
Our resident's guide to getting to know Sarrià and Sant Gervasi, Barcelona
How to Find the Best Rental Apartments in Paris
9 tips to help you secure the Paris rental apartment of your dreams
Paris Rental Tips: Paperwork
Our guide to renting an apartment in Paris
5 Benefits of Apartment Rentals for Remote Work
Find the perfect balance between work and travel with medium term rental apartments.
5 Tips for Measuring Apartment Square Footage
Calculating the square footage of your rental apartment is a valuable skill that empowers you to optimize your living space.
2023 Guide to Renting for Digital Nomads
Renting an apartment as a digital traveler without proof of income may seem challenging, but with the right approach, it's entirely achievable.
How to Find Corporate Rentals?
Corporate rentals offer a range of benefits that cater to the needs of business travellers. Discover how to find the best ones on the market.
Discover the Spectrum of Rental Properties
Learn about different types of monthly rental properties and their unique advantages to make an informed decision for your living needs.
Best European Cities for Digital Nomads
In this quick guide, we run through the top European cities that offer residence opportunities & fantastic work-life balance for digital nomads.
5 Benefits of Furnished Rentals for Students: A Study Abroad Guide for Parents
Artwork Makes a Difference: The Importance of Art at Home
A house isn’t a home until you add art.
Creating Beach House Design at Home
Revel in the fresh and relaxing beach from the comforts of your home.
Immigrating to Spain from the US: What You Need to Know
Everything you need to know for living in Spain as an American
10 Top Things to Do in Barcelona
Get the full Barcelona experience with these activities.
Moving to Paris as an American: What you Need to Know
Everything you need to know for moving in Paris from the US.
Moving to Berlin
The complete guide to living in Berlin short term
5 Appliances to Look for in a Modern Luxury Apartment
Ensure your luxury apartment interior has everything necessary for smooth living.
The Best Guide to Paris: 10 Amazing Activities
Our Paris guidebook to 10 of the best things to do around the city.
10 Cool Things to Do in Lisbon
Looking for unique experiences in Lisbon?
10 Things to do in Madrid
Our guide to 10 of the best things to do in the capital of España
5 Benefits of Living in Corporate Housing in Madrid
Find the perfect balance between work and travel by living in corporate housing.
Which Spanish City is the Best for Digital Nomads?
Our comparison guide Madrid vs Barcelona for remote workers
Paris Olympics 2024: Your Ultimate Accommodation Guide
The Paris Olympics are here, so where are you staying?
The Ultimate Bucket List for Those Living in Paris
Discover your new home with these can’t miss Parisian sites.
Spending Christmas in Barcelona? Here’s What’s in Store for You
The best traditions, festivities, markets, and events to get in the holiday spirit in Barcelona
Spending the Holidays in Madrid
The complete guide to celebrating the winter season and Christmas in Madrid, Spain
How to Spend a True Lisbon Christmas
Here's your guide to experiencing an authentic Lisbon Christmas.
Best Day Tours from Lisbon
Explore the stunning Portuguese countryside with these day excursions from Lisbon.
Best Countryside Escapes from Berlin - Home wherever you go.
Discover the countryside from right outside Berlin.
Charlottenburg: A Neighborhood Guide - Home wherever you go.
Our resident's guide to getting to know Charlottenburg, Berlin
Top 7 Scenic Spots to Catch a Lisbon Sunset
Golden Hour is a ritual in Lisbon. Everyone heads for a "miradouro" and soaks in the sunset. We're giving away our favorite Lisbon sunset spots.
Kreuzberg-Neukölln: A Neighborhood Guide
Our resident's guide to getting to know Kreuzberg and Neukölln, Berlin
The 2nd Arrondissement: A Neighborhood Guide
Our resident’s guide to getting to know Bourse, Paris’ 2nd Arrondissement
Best Countryside Escapes from Madrid
Escape the Spanish capital with these top countryside escapes.
Malasaña - La Latina: A Neighborhood Guide
Our resident’s guide to getting to know Malasaña and La Latina, in Centro, Madrid
A Snowy Escape: Barcelona’s Best Weekend Ski Trips
Barcelona is the perfect culmination of sun and slopes. Plan a weekend getaway at any of these top ski resort recommendations.
Sustainability like a Madrileño
An eco-friendly guide to life in Spain's capital
Berlin's Sustainability Guide
How this supremely cool city combats climate change.
Our favorite Eco-Shops in Madrid
Discover the best sustainable shops for Christmas in Madrid.
Príncipe Real: A Neighborhood Guide
Our resident's guide to getting to know Príncipe Real, Lisbon
Baixa-Chaido: A Neighborhood Guide
Our resident's guide to getting to know Baixa and Chiado, Lisbon
Moving to Barcelona
The complete guide to living in the city short term
Moving to Madrid
The complete guide to living in the city short term
Best Countryside Escapes from Barcelona
Escape from the city with one of these breathtaking countryside getaways near you.
Five Cozy Cafes for a Wintry Madrid Morning
Escape the cold with Madrid's specialty coffee experts. For a balmy beverage or an aromatic workspace, here are five of Madrid's best coffee shops.
The Ties that Bind Us: An Interview with Ukio's Founders about Community
Stanley and Jeremy Fourteau share their thoughts on how community impacted their upbringing and influenced Ukio.
Salamanca: A Neighborhood Guide- Home wherever you go.
In this resident's guide, we tell you why you should choose Salamanca if you move to Madrid, what you can do there, and the best places to eat and drink.
Which European city is the best for Digital Nomads?
Our comparison guide to Europe's best cities for remote work
Paris Rental Tips: Paperwork
Our guide to renting an apartment in Paris
A Day in the Life of a Ukio Justiciano
Exploring the gems of Madrid's Justicia neighborhood
5 Appliances to Look for in Furnished Apartments
Ensure your new apartment is move in ready by checking these appliances before moving abroad.
Get Lost in Berlin: Top 7 Bike Routes
Berlin breathes life into all things art, culture, and cycling. Here are the 7 best Berlin bike paths.
Telltale Signs of a Quality Apartment for You
Don’t stay in a bad quality apartment, make sure wherever you’re living is the best of the best.
Moving to Lisbon
The complete guide to living in the city short term
Day and Weekend trips from Barcelona
Barcelona is beautiful, no denying that. But sometimes we all need a change of scenery....
Barcelona's Sustainability Guide
An eco-friendly introduction to this Catalonia capital
How to Find the Best Rental Apartments in Paris
9 tips to help you secure the Paris rental apartment of your dreams
El Born: A Neighborhood Guide
Our resident's guide to getting to know El Born, Barcelona
8 Expert Tips for Creating a Feng Shui House
Want to incorporate feng shui into your home? Read below for some easy tips on how to feng shui your living space.
Relaxing Designs to Bring Peace to Your Home
Leave anxiety at the front door with these serene designs.
Sitges Carnival: Spain's Take on Mardi Gras
Live music, spectacular floats, and outrageous costumes only skim the surface of Sitges' Carnival festivities.
Indoor Plants For Your Mental Wellbeing
Decorate with plants, thrive from their benefits.
Five Funky Record Stores Berlin
Music runs through the veins of Berlin. We're diving into the underground music scene to bring you the five best record shops in Berlin.
Relocation vs. Vacation: How Long-Term Travel Helps the Planet
Environmentally conscious travel is here to stay.
Feng Shui: Bring Balance to Your Home
The beginner’s guide to the basic principles of feng shui
Ukio's Design Inspiration
Learn more about where we draw inspiration for our signature apartment designs.
5 Benefits of Monthly Apartment Rentals for Remote Workers
Find the perfect balance between work and travel with medium term rental apartments.
How to Add Rustic Charm to Your Home
Want to add the perfect rustic charm to your home? The designers at Ukio will tell you how
The Best Eco Shops for Christmas in Lisbon
Get the tree decorated, the presents wrapped, and the table set for a sustainable Christmas in Lisbon
Best Places to Work from in Barcelona
Where to work and grab tasty treat
A Rainy Day Well Spent in Madrid
Madrid reigns in art, culture, and, above all, inside activities. When the weather starts to turn, here’s what to do.
Learning Community through Amazigh Culture
What does it mean to incorporate community and culture in design?
Set Yourself Up for Success While Working Abroad
You can never be too prepared when moving to a new country.
The Hidden Side of Berlin
Where locals really go to hang out in the German capital.
How to Stay Cozy at Home in Winter
Make sure your home and yourself stay warm and cozy inside during the cold months.
A Day in the Life of a Ukio Designer
A sneak peek into the design process and the work of an interior designer.
Architect by Day, Artist by Night: Inside This Guest's Ukio Life
Learn how this guest juggles the roles of founder, artist, and student all from her Ukio home.
Christmas in Barcelona: Healthy Restaurants
Celebrate the holidays in healthy and festive way at some of our favorite Barcelona healthy spots
Eco & Electronic: Berlin's Love Parade Festival Goes Green
How this festival combines love for techno and the environment.
Feeling Sporty?
Work up a sweat with our Barcelona Sports guide
Sustainability in Paris
A look at Paris' journey to being a world leader in sustainability
The Hidden Side of Barcelona
Explore some of Barcelona’s best hidden gems.
Gràcia: A Neighborhood Guide
Getting to know Gràcia with Ukio
Essential Tapas Tour of Barcelona
A culinary adventure through the Catalan Capital
A Warm Willkommen to Berlin
Ukio lands in the German capital. Here are our tips and tricks to navigating this trendy city.
Barcelona Barbecues and the Tradition of the Calçotada
How do Catalans pass the winter? With a fiery hot barbecue, of course! The calçots tradition is not one to be missed during your Barcelona stay.