Hulhumalé, Maldives 🇲🇻
#1962
4.220419, 73.542408
Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Higher than many Southeast Asian destinations, but still affordable compared to Western cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Limited options lead to higher prices, especially for beachfront properties.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Local food is reasonably priced, but imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but taxis and local ferries are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options can lead to higher costs for activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Basic gyms available, but prices can vary significantly.
💱 Currency Stability
75%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speed, but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
30%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but the quality can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer community events.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a focus on leisure, but work opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural surroundings with a focus on conservation.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, but some areas can be littered due to tourism.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but local language knowledge can enhance experiences.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are adequate, but advanced care may require travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Costs are reasonable for basic care, but specialized services can be pricey.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available, but limited specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
90%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though humidity can be high.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Vulnerable to rising sea levels and occasional storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Limited parks, but natural beauty is abundant in the surrounding areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Common in most accommodations and public spaces due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; primarily warm and humid year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
50%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure for tourists.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily focused on resorts.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural beauty with abundant opportunities for water sports and exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities to learn the local language.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Various tours available, but can be expensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor activities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, but high prices for dining out.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios catering to tourists and locals.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but limited in variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy food options, especially in resorts.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for coordination with Western countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Few local job opportunities; mostly reliant on remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities available locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces with low quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem; mostly reliant on tourism.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in other regions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
International airport with decent connectivity to major cities.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; reliance on taxis and ferries.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure can be lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Ferries and domestic flights available, but can be costly.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile coverage, but can be spotty in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable, but some restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages, but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options; mostly found in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain, but longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
No income tax for foreign workers, making it attractive.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable, but political tensions can arise.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Can be challenging for foreigners to open accounts.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic hurdles can complicate the process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists, with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but cultural differences may exist.