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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major cities; imported goods can be pricey but local produce is cheap.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but limited options; beachfront or premium properties can be costly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh and affordable produce; imported items are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport but low-cost taxis and local buses available; fuel prices moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and somewhat pricey due to remoteness.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees are moderate but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Fijian dollar is relatively stable but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are slow to moderate; occasional outages reported.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; nomads rely on cafes or accommodation setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited options with reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with beautiful natural surroundings supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with clean air and water.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
Generally clean town with some areas needing improvement.
🗨️ Language Barrier
76%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken, but some locals primarily speak Fijian or Hindi.
💨 Air Quality
98%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but limited services may increase expenses.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure; suitable for minor ailments only.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
97%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces, forests, and gardens.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not widespread; many rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains warm year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
88%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and natural surroundings.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich indigenous and colonial cultural influences; welcoming local communities.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
99%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, reefs, hiking, and natural attractions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, snorkeling, and eco-tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small community events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Local Fijian and Indian cuisine available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
21%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios; occasional classes may be available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities preferred.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; processed foods less common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
63%
Weight: 20
GMT+12 time zone is favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking due to small expat and nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote work depends on external clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; reliant on global platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity or support infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
42%
Weight: 30
Savusavu Airport has limited domestic flights; international connections require travel to Nadi.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit; reliance on taxis and private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small town center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps like Uber or Lyft available.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services; travel mostly by private car or domestic flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in town; rural areas less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional slowdowns.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; stay extensions possible but no specific nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
No income tax on foreign income; simple tax system.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some cultural sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable government but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local presence and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic processes can be slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
Almost no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for digital nomads in Savusavu.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft possible.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Respectful culture but some traditional gender roles persist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with good racial tolerance.