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Coron, Philippines 🇵🇭
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to major cities, with low prices for food and local services, though imported goods can be pricier.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and mid-range hotels available; limited options for long-term rentals but prices remain reasonable.
🍎 Food & Groceries
81%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; eating out is inexpensive, especially local cuisine.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Tricycles and boats are cheap; limited public transport but overall low transportation expenses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
64%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; island tours and diving are moderately priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships tend to be pricier relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
67%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso is moderately stable but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
51%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially during peak hours.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces; mostly reliant on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Still an emerging destination for digital nomads, less popular than other Philippine cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance with plenty of leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with clean beaches and clear waters.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
Generally clean tourist areas but some waste management issues in less developed parts.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken, especially in tourist and service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families seeking nature and quiet; limited schools and healthcare.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited medical facilities; adequate for minor issues but not for emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from June to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Vulnerable to typhoons and occasional earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
91%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces, forests, and marine parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning common in hotels and some cafes but less so in local establishments.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation aside from wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution outside of town center and tourist hotspots.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with indigenous influences and strong community traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
31%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and beach parties.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent for outdoor activities including diving, hiking, and island hopping.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Filipino languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
87%
Weight: 10
Wide range of tours including diving, snorkeling, and cultural visits.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small local bars and restaurants.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Good variety of fresh seafood and local dishes; limited international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some resorts offer occasional classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; healthy eating possible but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+8 time zone suitable for Asia-Pacific clients; less ideal for Europe or Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; few local platforms or support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; makeshift setups in cafes or accommodations.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; most entrepreneurial efforts centered in Manila or Cebu.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant; limited international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited infrastructure and acceptance locally.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Coron has a small airport with limited domestic flights; international connections require transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
28%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on tricycles and boats.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Town center walkable but limited sidewalks and infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
15%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operating; transport mainly via tricycles.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated lanes and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited options; mostly boats and small planes to nearby islands and cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
75%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Coverage is decent in town and tourist areas but patchy in remote locations.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available; extensions possible but bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional regional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Requires local presence and documentation; can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Process is possible but slow and paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination but lacks infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Coron digital nomads; mostly informal groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime can occur but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; cultural norms conservative but tourists generally respected.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.