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Villingili, Maldives 🇲🇻
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Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Maldives is generally expensive due to import reliance and tourism focus; Villingili is a resort island with premium pricing.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
21%
Weight: 80
Accommodation on Villingili is mostly resort or luxury villas, very costly for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Food is expensive due to imports; limited local markets; resort dining is pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local transport; reliance on boats and seaplanes; moderate cost but limited options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment mainly resort-based and expensive; limited budget-friendly options.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
25%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; resort gyms are costly; limited alternatives.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable with government controls; pegged loosely to USD.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Good internet in resorts with fiber-optic connections; some variability in speed and reliability.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces on Villingili; mostly resort work areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
20%
Weight: 30
Very limited cafes; most dining is resort-based with WiFi but few casual cafes.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Minimal options for digital nomads; no established nomad-friendly cafes.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Villingili is not a known digital nomad hotspot; Maldives overall is niche and expensive.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Excellent for relaxation and work-life balance due to serene environment and natural beauty.
🌳 Environmental Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Pristine marine environment, clean air, and well-preserved natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Resort islands maintain high cleanliness standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken in tourism areas; Dhivehi is local language but limited outside resorts.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to oceanic location and low pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe and clean environment; limited child-specific amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require evacuation to Male or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
30%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive, especially private and emergency services.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on Villingili; adequate for minor issues but limited specialist care.
🌿 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
Island is lush with tropical vegetation and beaches; limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and resorts have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution; tranquil island environment.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Unique Maldivian culture but limited cultural activities on resort islands.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with resort bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent for snorkeling, diving, beach activities, and marine life exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language classes; limited opportunities to learn Dhivehi.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of marine tours, fishing, island hopping, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly resort-based activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Mostly resort and international cuisine; limited local dining variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Some resorts offer yoga classes; no dedicated studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms; mostly resort fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits available; limited variety beyond resorts.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+5; moderate overlap with Asia and Europe but less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking; no established digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
No local remote job market; reliant on global online opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; isolated from major hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; resort work areas not optimized for productivity.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No significant startup ecosystem on Villingili or Maldives generally.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption; no regulatory framework or widespread use.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport in Male; requires boat transfer; moderate connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit on Villingili; transport mainly by boat or private vehicle.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small island size allows easy walking; limited infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Possible to cycle but limited bike lanes and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited to boat and seaplane transfers; no trains or buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available on resort islands.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage on main islands; reliable mobile network.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power in resorts; occasional outages possible.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
WiFi mostly available in resorts; limited public hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
85%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax; favorable for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; political speech can be sensitive.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; strict requirements and limited options.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic; foreign ownership restrictions.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups on Villingili.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums focused on Villingili for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Very safe with low crime rates; resort security is high.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women; conservative culture but tourism areas are accommodating.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; tourism promotes diversity but local culture is conservative.