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Huraa, Maldives 🇲🇻
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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, making daily expenses higher than average.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
25%
Weight: 80
Limited accommodation options mostly targeted at tourists; prices are high compared to mainland cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
30%
Weight: 40
Food is costly due to import dependence; fresh local produce is limited but seafood is fresh and available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Transportation mainly by boat or small vehicles; costs are moderate but limited options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
38%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and often pricey, mostly centered around water sports and resorts.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
20%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are expensive and facilities basic.
💱 Currency Stability
75%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with government backing and pegged to the USD.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Decent internet with fiber connections in resorts and some guesthouses; speeds can vary and sometimes unstable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces on Huraa; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi available, mostly in guesthouses or resorts; limited variety.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for working; seating and power outlets are scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
22%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hub; mostly tourists and resort workers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance despite limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Pristine marine environment and clean air; excellent natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Generally clean due to small population and tourism standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Dhivehi is local language; English widely spoken in tourism and service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality with ocean breeze and minimal pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available on islands; serious cases require transfer to Malé or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs moderate but limited facilities increase reliance on expensive transfers.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited local healthcare infrastructure; adequate for minor issues but not emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some monsoon season rain but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
35%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and storms, but vulnerable to sea-level rise and occasional cyclones.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Natural island greenery and beaches abundant, but no formal parks or urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and resorts have AC; outdoor public spaces do not.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons but no temperature changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
88%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution; peaceful island environment.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local Dhivehi culture with Islamic influences; limited cultural events on small islands.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with occasional resort events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for snorkeling, diving, beach activities, and nature exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, fishing trips, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly resort-based activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Seafood-focused cuisine with some international options; limited variety on small islands.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios or classes available, mostly in resorts.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; some resorts offer facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited vegetarian or specialty health foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
GMT+5; moderate overlap with Europe and Asia, less convenient for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Minimal networking events or professional meetups for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
No established freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; working from cafes or accommodation.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem on small islands.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment services available but limited compared to major cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport in Malé; requires boat transfer to Huraa, adding travel time.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit system; transport mainly by boat or walking.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes walking easy and common.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Possible to cycle around the island; limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Boat transfers to Malé and neighboring islands; limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available for local transport.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage on main islands; 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Power generally reliable but occasional outages due to island infrastructure.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in resorts and guesthouses.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward but limited duration.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax in Maldives.
🗣️ 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
35%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; requires local presence and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Somewhat bureaucratic; foreign ownership restrictions apply.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums for digital nomads in Huraa.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; safe for solo travelers and women.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but conservative culture requires respectful behavior.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; tourism promotes openness but local culture is conservative.