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Guraidhoo, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1727
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Generally expensive due to island location and reliance on imports, especially for food and goods.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Limited options mostly in guesthouses or resorts; prices are high compared to mainland areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable but imported groceries and dining out can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Boat transfers are necessary and can add up; no public transport on the island itself.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; most activities are resort-based and pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
15%
Weight: 10
No formal gyms on the island; fitness options are minimal and informal.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Reasonably good 4G coverage; fiber internet limited but improving in guesthouses.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces on the island.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi, mostly in guesthouses or small eateries.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Emerging destination but still niche and low in nomad numbers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches and marine environment with minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Generally clean due to small population and tourism focus.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is local language; English widely spoken in tourism sector.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality with ocean breeze and no industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited facilities for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require transfer to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Affordable for basic care but limited services on the island.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities; emergency care requires evacuation.
🌿 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
75%
Weight: 10
Natural greenery and palm trees abundant but no formal parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Available in most guesthouses and resorts but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains warm year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution; peaceful island setting.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Islamic traditions and islander lifestyle.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent for snorkeling, diving, beach activities, and nature exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Dhivehi.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, fishing trips, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine with some international options in guesthouses.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few yoga offerings, mostly in resorts or guesthouses.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal formal fitness facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and fruits available; limited variety of health-focused eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+5; convenient for Asia and parts of Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited digital nomad community and networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
No local job market; reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic mobile payments and card acceptance; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited adoption or infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is Velana International Airport in Malé; requires boat transfer.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit on the island.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes walking easy and common.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Boat transfers to Malé and nearby islands; limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage across the island.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well with stable internet.
⚡ 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 guesthouses and resorts.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
85%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
No income tax in Maldives, favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; sensitive topics avoided.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; strict requirements.
📄 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 available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly due to visa ease and environment but limited infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Small online presence among digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; generally safe for travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Respectful culture but conservative norms; women should be mindful of local customs.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity.