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Nomad Score: 58%

πŸ’° Cost & Affordability

πŸ’Έ 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.
πŸ‹οΈ Gym Membership Cost
43% Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships tend to be pricier relative to local income levels.
πŸ’± Currency Stability
67% Weight: 30
Philippine Peso is moderately stable but can be affected by regional economic factors.

πŸ’» Digital Nomad Essentials

πŸš€ Internet Speed
51% Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially during peak hours.
πŸ‘₯ Coworking Spaces Availability
20% Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces; mostly reliant on cafes or accommodations.
β˜• Cafes with WiFi
55% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies widely.
πŸ’»β˜• 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.
πŸ“± Local SIM Card Availability
80% Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable with good data packages.

🌟 Quality of Life

βš–οΈ 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.
πŸ—¨οΈ Language Barrier
75% Weight: 30
English widely spoken, especially in tourist and service sectors.
πŸ’¨ Air Quality
87% Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family Friendly
60% Weight: 25
Suitable for families seeking nature and quiet; limited schools and healthcare.

πŸ₯ Healthcare

πŸ₯ Healthcare Quality
40% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
πŸ’‰ Healthcare Affordability
70% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
πŸ₯ Healthcare
45% Weight: 20
Limited medical facilities; adequate for minor issues but not for emergencies.

🌿 Climate & Environment

β˜€οΈ Weather
83% Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from June to November.
πŸŒͺ️ 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.
πŸ‚ Seasonal Variety
25% Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation aside from wet and dry seasons.
πŸ”Š 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.
πŸŒƒ 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.
πŸ—£οΈ 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.
πŸ‹οΈ Fitness Facilities
40% Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities more common.
πŸ₯— Healthy Food Options
70% Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; healthy eating possible but limited variety.

πŸ’Ό Work Environment

πŸ•°οΈ 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.
πŸ’» Remote Job Opportunities
40% Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
πŸ†“ 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.

πŸ“ˆ Business & Economy

πŸš€ Startup Scene
25% Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; most entrepreneurial efforts centered in Manila or Cebu.
πŸ’³ Local Payment Services
60% Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant; limited international payment options.
πŸ”— Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40% Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited infrastructure and acceptance locally.

πŸš† Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
55% Weight: 30
Coron has a small airport with limited domestic flights; international connections require transfers.
πŸš‡ 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.
πŸš— 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.
πŸš„ Intercity Travel Options
40% Weight: 15
Limited options; mostly boats and small planes to nearby islands and cities.
πŸ›΅ Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
75% Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals widely available and affordable.

πŸ“‘ Connectivity

πŸ“± Mobile Network Coverage
60% Weight: 20
Coverage is decent in town and tourist areas but patchy in remote locations.
πŸ”’ 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.
πŸ“Ά Public WiFi Availability
45% Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.

βš–οΈ Legal & Administrative

πŸ›‚ Visa Ease
78% Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available; extensions possible but bureaucratic.
πŸ“Š Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Complex tax system; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
πŸ—£οΈ Freedom of Speech
70% Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
πŸ›οΈ 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.
πŸ“„ Ease of Business Registration
50% Weight: 10
Process is possible but slow and paperwork-heavy.
πŸ“„βœˆοΈ 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.
🌐πŸ‘₯ Online Community Presence
35% Weight: 20
Small online presence for Coron digital nomads; mostly informal groups.

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety & Tolerance

πŸ›‘οΈ 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.

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