Dhigurah, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1219
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Generally expensive due to island location and reliance on imports; daily expenses higher than many Asian destinations.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Limited budget accommodation; most lodging is mid to high-end resorts or guesthouses with premium pricing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Local food moderately priced but imported goods and groceries are costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on boats and ferries with moderate costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and tend to be pricey, mostly centered around water activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
20%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, mostly in resorts, with high membership fees.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Decent 4G coverage with some fiber in guesthouses; speeds can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; remote work mostly done from accommodations or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi, mostly in guesthouses and resorts.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited options; cafes not specifically tailored for digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Emerging destination but still low nomad presence compared to other Asian islands.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches and marine environment with excellent natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public areas and beaches maintained well.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken in tourism sector; Dhivehi is local language.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to oceanic location and low pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require transfer to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable but limited; private care is expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on Dhigurah; adequate for minor issues but not emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some monsoon season rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Low earthquake risk; vulnerable to sea-level rise and occasional storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Limited terrestrial green spaces but abundant marine and beach environments.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and cafes have AC due to tropical heat.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Islamic traditions and islander lifestyle.
🌃 Nightlife
23%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with some resort events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent for snorkeling, diving, beach activities, and marine exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; some chance to learn Dhivehi informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, fishing trips, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
28%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly resort-based.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Focus on seafood and Maldivian cuisine; limited variety beyond resorts.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few yoga options, mostly in resorts or guesthouses.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
25%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms or fitness centers; mostly resort-based.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited vegetarian/vegan variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
GMT+5; convenient for Asia and some Europe time zones, less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Sparse digital nomad community; limited professional networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
No local remote job market; reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; mostly international freelancers present.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; work done from accommodations.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic banking services; mobile payments growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; no significant local crypto infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport in Malé; requires domestic transfer by boat or plane.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No public transit on the island; walking and boats are primary transport.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes walking easy and common.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
5%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps available on the island.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited to boats and domestic flights; somewhat inconvenient.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available for tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage on the island with reliable mobile service.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages; generally stable but island infrastructure is limited.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in resorts and guesthouses.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
80%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
75%
Weight: 30
No income tax in Maldives; favorable for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; sensitive topics may be censored.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; strict requirements and limited options.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic and complex for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination but lacks infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for Dhigurah as a nomad hub.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
83%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; generally safe for travelers and nomads.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Respectful environment but conservative cultural norms require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, especially in tourist areas; some cultural conservatism.