Imagine if you could leave the parameters of your desk and work from wherever you wanted in the world. Well thanks to the new HP Spectre x2, that dream is now closer than ever. The Spectre x2 is HP's thinnest detachable laptop yet, making it perfect to take on your next adventure. The Spectre x2 doesn't just look good -- it has the creds to back it up. It's durable, fast and has up to 10 hours of battery life. So where would you go if you had no limits? Here are our top five spots:
1. Huacachina, Peru
Escape to your own oasis in the middle of the Peruvian desert. Located five hours south of Lima, this tropical town is home to 96 residents and can only be accessed by a dune buggy ride. Think perfect, picturesque, blue lagoon, surrounded by palm trees, nestled between giant sand dunes in one of the world's driest climates. It's an easy feat to explore the whole town, but you'll still want to stay here as long as you can -- we promise it's not a mirage! Spend some time savouring the sunset over the desert, or if you're more of the active type, stretch out your legs with some sandboarding on the dunes before heading back into town.
2. Jiuzhaigou Valley, China
In the north of China's Sichaun province, hiding at the edge of the Tibetan Plateau, lies Jiuzhaigou Valley. Here, your co-workers will be the local fauna -- if you can find them! Keep an eye out for golden snub-nosed monkeys or even a giant panda hiding between the rhododendron and bamboo. Besides some amazing wildlife, Jiuzhaigou's best-known feature is its jewel-like lakes. There are dozens of these oases in varying shades of blues, greens and turquoise with water so clear you can see straight to the bottom. While you might not be able to access your emails lake-side, Jiuzhaigou is the perfect place to finish off a project. Oh, the tranquility!
3. Monsanto, Portugal
Escape the big city and delight your inner geologist in Monsanto. Instead of moving the giant boulders on the land, the founders of this mountaintop village in eastern Portugal built it around the rocks. Some of Monsanto's houses date as far back as the 16th century and have made use of the rock walls, floors and, in some cases, ceilings. Despite the unusual rock formations, Monsanto was named the “most Portuguese village of Portugal” in 1938. The 800 residents of Monsanto favour the donkey as their method of transport and -- let's face it -- finding a mechanic at 2,486ft above sea level is probably a little tricky!
4. Ilulissat Icefjord, Greenland
While you might get a little cold staying on the icefjord itself, the nearby Ilulissat town is an iceberg paradise. Dogsledding is a favourite activity in this wintery town, alongside hiking and whale watching. We're told that there's a lot of stunning camping spots, but we're not sure if we're brave enough to pitch a tent in the snow! If you're looking to see the Aurora Borealis, Ilulissat offers waterfront views of the natural light shows -- you definitely won't see this from your desk.
5. Siquijor, Philippines
Sit down on the sand of Salagdoong Beach and feel the stress of presentations and deadlines melt away. The mysterious island of Siquijor is covered in lush forestation that spreads all the way down to the white sand beaches. When you're not working beachside with a cocktail in hand (Shhh -- we won't tell!), make sure you explore Cantabon Cave. Journey underground to see the stunning underground pools and waterfalls, surrounded by stalactites and stalagmites. Be careful though -- according to local mystery and folklore, Squijor is a place of magic, witch doctors and sorcerers!