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Cascais, Portugal 🇵🇹
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Nomad Score:
75%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Lisbon, but higher than many other Portuguese cities; good value for Western Europe.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
53%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are above average for Portugal due to coastal location and expat demand, but still cheaper than major Western European cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at reasonable prices; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with good connections to Lisbon; local buses and trains are economical.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for cinemas, theaters, and cultural events; nightlife can be pricier in tourist seasons.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Monthly gym fees are reasonable, with several mid-range gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Euro currency is stable and widely accepted.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber optic internet widely available with speeds averaging 100-300 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
74%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, though fewer than Lisbon; growing community.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable environments for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
76%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes popular with remote workers, especially near the marina and town center.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
68%
Weight: 100
Increasingly popular but still less crowded than Lisbon or Porto.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
Excellent balance with relaxed lifestyle, access to nature, and good amenities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean coastal environment with good air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is primary language; English widely spoken in tourist and expat areas but less so in local services.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and limited heavy industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
74%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
84%
Weight: 20
High-quality public and private healthcare facilities available nearby.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Affordable healthcare compared to Western Europe; private insurance recommended.
🏥 Healthcare
83%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare infrastructure with access to specialists in Lisbon.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters; low rainfall in summer.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and other disasters; occasional storms possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to natural reserves and beaches.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Not universally available in older buildings; newer accommodations generally have AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with pleasant summers and mild winters; limited snow or extreme cold.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with occasional noise in tourist areas during peak season.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
77%
Weight: 20
Rich Portuguese culture with festivals, museums, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Smaller nightlife scene compared to Lisbon; more relaxed bars and restaurants.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking trails, and coastal nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
71%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal opportunities to learn Portuguese.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, surfing lessons, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
63%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and cultural centers available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Strong seafood and Portuguese cuisine presence; growing international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
72%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, swimming pools, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores accessible; Mediterranean diet prevalent.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80%
Weight: 20
Western European Time zone suitable for working with Europe and parts of the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
67%
Weight: 25
Growing expat and digital nomad community but smaller than Lisbon.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
64%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community supported by coworking spaces.
🏢 Coworking Quality
73%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities but fewer options than major cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity compared to Lisbon; some local initiatives.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of cards and mobile payments; good banking infrastructure.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; some local interest but not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Lisbon (about 30 km away) with good international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
71%
Weight: 20
Reliable buses and trains connect Cascais to Lisbon and surrounding areas.
🚶 Walkability
82%
Weight: 20
Compact town center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and Bolt operate in the area with good availability.
🚲 Cycling
74%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure improving; coastal bike paths popular.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
73%
Weight: 15
Frequent trains and buses to Lisbon and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
76%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available, especially in tourist areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
No restrictions on VPN use; reliable connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
88%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
72%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Portugal offers relatively straightforward visa processes for EU and many non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for foreign residents but complex regulations.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
94%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
89%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
68%
Weight: 15
Possible but can require in-person visits and documentation; improving with digital banks.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
77%
Weight: 35
Portugal offers a digital nomad visa facilitating longer stays for remote workers.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Welcoming environment with growing infrastructure for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
65%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events, though smaller scale than Lisbon.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
70%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for Cascais-based nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe public spaces.
♀️ Female Friendly
83%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women; good community support.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Moderate diversity and generally tolerant society.