Guraidhoo, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1727
3.900774, 73.467564
Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living, but higher than many Southeast Asian destinations due to its remote location.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
51%
Weight: 80
Varies widely; guesthouses are affordable, but resorts can be very expensive.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Local food is reasonably priced, but imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; most travel is by boat, which can add up.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; activities can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
38%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships can be expensive compared to local wages.
💱 Currency Stability
75%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
60%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speed, but can be inconsistent in remote areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; most work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but reliability can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; few meetups.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a focus on leisure and nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural surroundings and clean beaches.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, but some areas can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but some locals may struggle.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available, but advanced services are limited.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are reasonable, but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare facilities, but not comparable to developed countries.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
90%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of flooding and storms, especially during monsoon season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces, but beautiful natural surroundings.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and public spaces due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly warm and humid.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure for tourists.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly quiet after dark.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural beauty; excellent for water sports and exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities to learn Dhivehi; few language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Various tours available, especially for diving and snorkeling.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor activities; mostly focused on outdoor experiences.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but options can be limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Some yoga studios available, especially in resorts.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities outside of resorts.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with Western countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Very few networking events or opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited local job market; mostly reliant on remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance opportunities; most work is remote.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces; quality is generally low.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Almost non-existent startup scene; limited entrepreneurial activity.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in urban areas.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and crypto; limited awareness.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
International airport with decent connectivity, but limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Very limited public transit options; mostly reliant on boats.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small island is walkable, but larger distances require boats.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling options; roads are not well-suited for bikes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Boat services available, but infrequent and can be slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile coverage, but can be spotty in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs work well, but some restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable, but outages can occur during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain, but long-term options are limited.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
No income tax for non-residents; favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions on freedom of speech; some concerns.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable, but political tensions can arise.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Can be challenging for foreigners; documentation required.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic hurdles can make business registration difficult.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; options are limited.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited amenities for digital nomads; not a popular destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe for female travelers, but cultural norms apply.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but cultural sensitivities exist.