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Byblos, Lebanon 🇱🇧
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Beirut, but inflation and economic instability in Lebanon impact prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than Beirut but have increased due to economic factors; limited high-quality options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce; imported goods are expensive due to currency issues.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis and shared services are affordable but inconsistent.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
59%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; local cafes and cultural sites are inexpensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available with moderate pricing; quality varies.
💱 Currency Stability
13%
Weight: 30
Lebanese Pound is highly unstable with ongoing devaluation and inflation.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable due to infrastructure issues.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or work from accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
51%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are nomad-friendly but lack power outlets and consistent internet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Byblos is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; few nomads choose it.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
78%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Relaxed coastal town atmosphere supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Coastal location with good natural environment but occasional pollution from nearby urban areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
43%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; waste management is inconsistent.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
Arabic is primary; many locals speak French and some English, but communication can be challenging.
💨 Air Quality
69%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal breezes, though occasional pollution spikes occur.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with cultural activities but limited child-focused amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
52%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; advanced medical services require travel to Beirut.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality varies widely.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local facilities; serious cases need referral to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters; generally sunny and pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes and minor flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
63%
Weight: 10
Some parks and coastal green areas, but limited urban greenery.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and cafes, but not universal in all accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild winters and hot summers; limited extreme variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
44%
Weight: 10
Traffic noise and occasional construction can be disruptive.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich historical heritage with ancient ruins and vibrant local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
41%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings with some bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Access to Mediterranean coast, hiking trails, and historical sites.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some Arabic and French language schools available, but limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, historical site visits, and local crafts.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; mostly cafes and small cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Strong Lebanese cuisine presence with fresh seafood and local specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
39%
Weight: 10
Very limited yoga studio options in Byblos.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Few gyms and fitness centers; limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and Mediterranean diet options widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
GMT+2, convenient for European and Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local job market is weak; most remote work comes from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
29%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
31%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not well developed.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
27%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Byblos compared to Beirut.
💳 Local Payment Services
42%
Weight: 10
Cash remains dominant; digital payment adoption is slow and limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but infrastructure and regulation are lacking.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Beirut (approx. 40 km away); moderate connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
38%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; mainly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
67%
Weight: 20
Compact old town area is walkable; outskirts less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are available but not widespread.
🚲 Cycling
36%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hilly terrain can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect to Beirut and other cities; schedules irregular.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
32%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal and seasonal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
64%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G; occasional outages due to infrastructure.
🔒 VPN Reliability
58%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but can be slow or blocked intermittently.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
21%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and load shedding are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex and unstable fiscal policies.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
56%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities and censorship exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
24%
Weight: 20
Ongoing political and economic instability affects daily life.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking system is complicated with strict requirements and currency controls.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
41%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow processes; corruption can be an issue.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
18%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Byblos digital nomads; mostly regional groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists but occasional petty crime and political unrest.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution, especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
62%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant but occasional discrimination can occur.