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Diego Suarez, Madagascar 🇲🇬
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Nomad Score:
49%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to global standards, especially outside major urban centers.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
81%
Weight: 80
Low rental prices for basic apartments and guesthouses, though quality varies.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, though limited in frequency.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable local entertainment options, but limited variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees are moderate but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
43%
Weight: 30
Malagasy Ariary is subject to moderate inflation and currency fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
37%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally slow and unreliable, with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces in Diego Suarez.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
21%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with ample natural surroundings supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural environment with minimal industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be untidy; infrastructure for waste management is limited.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
French and Malagasy are primary languages; English is rarely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
32%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; lacks advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable but limited in scope.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare; serious conditions require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
92%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks, beaches, and green areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with occasional noise from markets and traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Malagasy culture with unique traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
28%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, beaches, and wildlife exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
42%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
77%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours focusing on nature and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local Malagasy cuisine is flavorful; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios known in the area.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Few basic gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood are common; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 time zone suitable for European and African clients; less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces; informal setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
12%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem with limited resources.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but are not widespread; cash dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
15%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Diego Suarez airport has limited international flights; mostly regional connections.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited and informal public transport options.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small city center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operating in the city.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but infrastructure and safety are limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Limited bus and taxi-brousse services connecting to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal and limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet instability affects performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain but no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex with limited incentives for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but occasional government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest and instability in recent years.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to documentation and bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process with limited digitalization.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence or groups related to Diego Suarez.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms may pose challenges; caution advised especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some cultural differences exist.