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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to urban centers; basic goods and services are affordable.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable traditional and guesthouse accommodations; limited modern apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Minimal local transport costs; mostly walking or occasional taxis.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; cultural tours and local events are affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
31%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are limited and somewhat costly relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Egyptian pound experiences moderate inflation and currency fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable; limited infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or guesthouses.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be spotty.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Limited options for digital nomads; most cafes are traditional and not set up for work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Very low digital nomad presence; off the beaten path.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
78%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easily available with basic data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with emphasis on nature and culture; limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Clean desert environment with minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas have limited waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
37%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to desert location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited amenities for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; advanced services require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities locally; emergency care is basic.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with abundant sunshine; very dry and minimal rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
34%
Weight: 10
Oasis provides some greenery but overall desert environment limits green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in accommodations; some guesthouses have fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently hot and dry.
🔊 Noise Pollution
89%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution; quiet desert environment.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
88%
Weight: 20
Rich Berber and Egyptian cultural heritage with unique traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent for desert exploration, sand dunes, and natural springs.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal Arabic learning possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
87%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural and nature tours guided by locals.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly cultural centers or small museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Traditional Egyptian and Berber cuisine; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; occasional informal sessions.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited fitness facilities; mostly basic gyms or outdoor activities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables available; limited organic or specialty health foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 is convenient for European and Middle Eastern time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
13%
Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking; isolated digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
No established freelance hubs or communities locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
8%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem in Siwa Oasis.
💳 Local Payment Services
32%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant; limited digital payment infrastructure.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness locally.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
10%
Weight: 30
No airport in Siwa; nearest airports are several hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit; reliance on taxis or walking.
🚶 Walkability
79%
Weight: 20
Small town layout makes walking easy and common.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
5%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps available locally.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and hot climate.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services; private taxis common but costly.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal arrangements.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Basic 3G/4G coverage; occasional signal drops.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but some restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages; generally stable but infrastructure is basic.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly in hotels or cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system; no specific benefits for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
45%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; sensitive topics discouraged.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional regional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; requires local residency and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow; not digital nomad friendly.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for Siwa digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates; remote location adds security.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture; women should exercise caution and respect local customs.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural differences may cause challenges.