English Harbour, Antigua and Barbuda 🇦🇬
#1187
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Nomad Score:
49%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Relatively high cost of living due to island location and import reliance, making everyday expenses more expensive than mainland cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is pricey, especially for quality rentals near the harbor; limited supply drives prices up.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are expensive due to import costs; local produce is limited but available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
61%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and car rentals are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and tend to be on the pricier side, especially tourist-oriented activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but limited; membership fees are moderate compared to global averages.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD) is pegged to the USD, providing good currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are moderate; fiber is available but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or private accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
43%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; options are limited in English Harbour.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads; WiFi and seating can be inconsistent.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
English Harbour is not a well-known digital nomad hub; very few nomads currently choose this location.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance despite limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean air and beautiful natural surroundings with pristine beaches and marine life.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and well-maintained tourist areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
96%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and coastal location.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
42%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for serious conditions, travel to Antigua or abroad is often necessary.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but limited services may require expensive travel for specialized care.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure; adequate for minor issues but not for complex medical needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
93%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with abundant sunshine year-round; occasional rain mostly in wet season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Located in a hurricane-prone region; risk is seasonal but significant during hurricane season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Plenty of natural green spaces and coastal areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations and public places but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate means consistent warm weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Caribbean culture with historical sites and local festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and restaurants.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking, sailing, and marine activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning opportunities due to English dominance.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours focusing on history, sailing, and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly restaurants and small cultural venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Decent variety of Caribbean and international cuisine but limited diversity.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes available in resorts or community centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor fitness is popular.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy food; fresh seafood and produce accessible but imported goods expensive.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Eastern Caribbean Time (UTC-4) aligns well with North American and European working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside the island.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; digital nomads rely on global platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Few coworking options; existing spaces lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity or support infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
32%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for blockchain or crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is V.C. Bird International Airport (~30 min drive); moderate connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
English Harbour is small and walkable, especially around the harbor area.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited infrastructure and hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity transport; mostly taxis or private vehicles.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage across English Harbour with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Power outages occur occasionally, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa-free access for many countries; straightforward entry process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax, making it attractive for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable parliamentary democracy with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads; more suited for vacationers.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to English Harbour digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers, though some caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with good racial tolerance and inclusivity.