Palermo feels alive. Narrow streets. Cats on steps. Baroque churches and noisy markets. Summers are hot with sea breeze. Winters are mild. Most travellers enjoy the messy charm here.
I liked working from a small cafe after a morning at Ballarò market. The coffee kept me awake. Wi Fi is good in cafes and coworking spaces. Some old apartments have slow lines, so check first. Rent and food are cheaper than in Rome or Milan. You can eat great street food without breaking the bank.
Things to do are endless. Walk the cathedral. Swim at Mondello. I read online about a beach volleyball pickup there and joined one evening. For some this will be amazing. There are day trips to Cefalù and hikes up Monte Pellegrino.
The nomad crowd is small but social. Coworkings run meetups. You will meet photographers, coders, and chefs. Palermo is a little chaotic. But that is the point.