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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, but prices can be higher for imported goods.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Modest rental prices, but limited availability of modern apartments for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable; imported food items are expensive and less accessible.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is very cheap, though options are limited and sometimes unreliable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but inexpensive when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Few gyms with basic facilities; memberships are affordable but options are scarce.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Cuban Peso and Convertible Peso have fluctuated; currency controls affect stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
24%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and often unreliable; public WiFi hotspots are limited and expensive.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; digital nomad infrastructure is minimal.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
20%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connection quality is poor and inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
17%
Weight: 30
Scarce options for cafes suitable for working remotely.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
12%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads due to infrastructure limitations.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
60%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are available but require ID and can be costly.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with emphasis on social and cultural activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and water quality; low industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Varies by neighborhood; some areas are clean, others less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Some family-friendly activities but limited modern amenities for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is accessible; advanced treatments require travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
85%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is low-cost or free for residents; tourists may face higher fees.
🏥 Healthcare
62%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited for specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional heavy rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season (June-November) is significant.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas, but urban green space is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations lack it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; nightlife and street activity can be loud in some areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
90%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with music, dance, and history deeply embedded.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with live music and social venues, but limited variety.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, parks, and natural reserves nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn Spanish through immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Authentic cultural tours and experiences available, though sometimes informal.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Traditional Cuban cuisine is flavorful but limited in variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; wellness scene is underdeveloped.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited in number and equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables available; processed healthy options are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Eastern Standard Time (UTC-5) aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; facilities are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is very limited due to economic and regulatory constraints.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; digital payment options are limited and unreliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but adoption is still in early stages with regulatory uncertainty.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Holguín has an international airport with limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit exists but is infrequent and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No formal ride-sharing apps; informal taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Bus and shared taxi options available but slow and infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Coverage is patchy; 3G/4G available but speeds are slow.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but can be slow and sometimes blocked.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages occur, especially in rural areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi hotspots are limited and often require payment.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa process is straightforward but limited to short stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited clarity for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Restricted freedom of speech and press under government control.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Stable government but with limited political freedoms.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to strict regulations and bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
15%
Weight: 10
Highly regulated and complex process for starting a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and services catering to digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Holguín.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe for women; cultural norms are conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Cuba is generally tolerant and diverse, with a history of racial integration.