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Governor's Harbour, Bahamas 🇧🇸
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Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Governor's Harbour is relatively expensive compared to many digital nomad hubs due to import costs and island location.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Limited rental options with high prices, especially for long-term stays; vacation rentals dominate the market.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Groceries are costly due to import reliance; local produce is limited but available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on car rentals or taxis increases costs moderately.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but moderately priced; nightlife is low-key.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
45%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available with moderate membership fees; some outdoor fitness options.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Bahamian dollar pegged 1:1 to USD, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
53%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally reliable but speeds can be inconsistent and slower than urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces; mostly cafes or informal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be spotty and not always suitable for work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad destination; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with reasonable prepaid plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance despite limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches and natural surroundings with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Generally clean environment, though some areas can be affected by tourism waste.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to ocean breezes and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities; limited schools and family services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for serious issues, travel to Nassau or abroad is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
35%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive, especially for private services and without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; adequate for minor health needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with abundant sunshine most of the year; occasional rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
30%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season (June-November) is significant.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Natural green areas and beaches are plentiful, though urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have air conditioning, essential in tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains warm year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and relaxed lifestyle.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich Bahamian culture with music, festivals, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, water sports, and natural beauty.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities beyond English; no significant language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, fishing, boating, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small local venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local seafood and Caribbean cuisine available; limited variety and dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some informal classes or outdoor sessions.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of fresh produce and healthy food; imported processed foods common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5) aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
No significant local freelance ecosystem or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups lack amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity or entrepreneurial ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for blockchain or crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Governor's Harbour Airport has limited direct flights; connections usually via Nassau.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Small town center is walkable but many areas require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No Uber or similar services; taxis are the main option.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited ferry and flight options to other islands; costly and infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Some bike and scooter rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in populated areas; rural spots may have weak signal.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur, especially during storms; generally stable otherwise.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in hotels or cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
85%
Weight: 30
No income tax, capital gains tax, or corporate tax for individuals.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Generally free society with respect for freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable parliamentary democracy with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking regulations are strict; opening accounts can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and fees.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available as of June 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads; more suited for vacationers.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence or forums related to digital nomads in Governor's Harbour.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for women travelers; some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with moderate racial tolerance.