Guraidhoo, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1727
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Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Guraidhoo is relatively expensive due to its island location and reliance on imports, making daily expenses higher than many mainland cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Limited accommodation options mostly consist of guesthouses and small hotels, often priced higher due to tourism demand.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable but imported groceries are costly; fresh seafood is a highlight but overall grocery prices are elevated.
🚌 Transportation Cost
42%
Weight: 20
Transportation mainly involves boats and ferries; costs are moderate but limited options increase reliance on paid transfers.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and often tied to tourist activities, which can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
18%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are expensive relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with limited volatility against major currencies.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally reliable with speeds around 20-50 Mbps, but can be inconsistent due to island infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces on Guraidhoo; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodation for work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary; limited variety compared to urban centers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
33%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; most are tourist-focused.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Guraidhoo is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; more popular among tourists and divers.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Pristine marine environment and clean air; excellent natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
87%
Weight: 10
Generally clean due to small population and tourism regulations.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is the local language; English is widely spoken in tourism but less so in local communities.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality with minimal pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious medical needs require travel to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but limited services may increase expenses for serious conditions.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on the island; adequate for minor issues but not for emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some monsoon season rain but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Low earthquake risk but vulnerable to sea-level rise and occasional storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Natural island vegetation and beaches provide green and open spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning common in accommodations but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains fairly constant year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Maldivian culture with Islamic influences; limited cultural events on small islands.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent for water sports, snorkeling, diving, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Dhivehi.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, diving, fishing, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic local and tourist-oriented restaurants; limited variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios or classes; some resorts offer sessions.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
22%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness options beyond basic gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited vegetarian/vegan-specific options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
UTC+5; moderately convenient for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking due to small digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
No local remote job market; reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; workspaces are informal.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment options available but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
25%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport is Velana International Airport (Malé), requiring boat transfer; moderate connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit on the island; transport is by foot or boat.
🚶 Walkability
89%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes it highly walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Possible to cycle but limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
38%
Weight: 15
Boat and ferry services connect islands; limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available for tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in resorts and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
80%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
75%
Weight: 30
No income tax in Maldives, favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; political criticism can be sensitive.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; strict requirements and limited options.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic; foreign ownership restrictions apply.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Guraidhoo.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; generally safe for travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Respectful environment but conservative cultural norms require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant due to tourism but some cultural conservatism exists.