I have arrived!
But before digging into my new location, I am first going to try and explain the difference between:
-Artist Residencies
-Retreats
-Co-living Communities

My words are based on personal experience and chats with fellow residents while staying at various places.

An artist residency often involves a selection process; some are easy and some challenging. This means you submit a proposal beforehand, explaining what you aim to work on and which skills you wish to grow or improve. Once there, through group presentations, artist visits or meetings with gallery owners, the residency can help you evolve as an artist and grow your network. You get your own workstation or studio during your stay, depending on your field. Some residencies focus on a specific art, such as writing residencies, while others cater for a mix.

A retreat is literally what it says: You retreat somewhere so you can dedicate all your time to the activity you choose to do there. This can be in a rented cottage, a room, a hotel or BnB, or in a community. The focus is on quietly working -often alone- and less on networking, or developing your skills. You choose where and when you go and book.

Co-living communities are popping up fast as they offer a perfect working environment for Digital Nomads. You can usually book a stay for a month or more, and they will provide a private room, solid internet, workspaces and meeting rooms. This is a good lifestyle for people who work remotely and love travel while meeting people from all over the world. Meals are often shared, and group activities add to a cohesive household.