Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt 🇪🇬

Nomad Score: 55%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
78% Weight: 150
Overall affordable compared to many Western cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65% Weight: 80
Variety of options available, but prices can be higher in tourist areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72% Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60% Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis and ride-sharing can add up.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68% Weight: 15
Affordable options for entertainment, especially local attractions.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55% Weight: 10
Moderate prices for gym memberships, but options may be limited.
💱 Currency Stability
45% Weight: 30
Egyptian pound can be volatile, affecting purchasing power.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
57% Weight: 100
Decent internet speed, but reliability can vary by location.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42% Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, mostly in tourist areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60% Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50% Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38% Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, but growing interest.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle, but work culture can vary.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50% Weight: 15
Mixed quality; some areas are clean, while others suffer from pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
52% Weight: 10
Varies greatly; tourist areas are generally cleaner than local neighborhoods.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40% Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language; English is spoken in tourist areas but less so elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
45% Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor, especially in urban areas.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
60% Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are available, but quality can vary.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75% Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable compared to Western standards.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
85% Weight: 80
Warm and sunny climate, ideal for outdoor activities most of the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, though occasional flooding can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40% Weight: 10
Limited green spaces, mostly in tourist areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80% Weight: 15
Common in most accommodations and public spaces due to the heat.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30% Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; mostly warm and dry.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
75% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historical sites and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
60% Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife in tourist areas, but quieter in local neighborhoods.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80% Weight: 15
Beautiful natural landscapes and opportunities for water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45% Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70% Weight: 10
Numerous tours available for exploring local culture and history.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50% Weight: 10
Limited indoor activities; mostly focused on outdoor tourism.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
70% Weight: 25
Diverse food options, especially local cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40% Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly in tourist areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55% Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but options are limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60% Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but local cuisine is often rich.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50% Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with Western clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40% Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50% Weight: 20
Growing remote job market, but still limited.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45% Weight: 20
Emerging freelance opportunities, but not well established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40% Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is variable and often limited.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
35% Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem; few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
55% Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in other countries.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30% Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
65% Weight: 30
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport offers decent connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
40% Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; taxis are more common.
🚶 Walkability
50% Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but many require transportation.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55% Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available but not widely used.
🚲 Cycling
30% Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a bike-friendly city.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50% Weight: 15
Buses and taxis available for intercity travel, but options are limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40% Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60% Weight: 20
Decent mobile coverage, but can be spotty in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65% Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55% Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but are not frequent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
50% Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic but manageable.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly favorable for expats.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40% Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government control over media.
🏛️ Political Stability
50% Weight: 20
Generally stable, but occasional unrest can occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45% Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic and challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35% Weight: 10
Complex process with significant red tape.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
35% Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25% Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30% Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
60% Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
55% Weight: 50
Mixed experiences; some areas are more welcoming than others.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences can vary.