Tartus, Syria 🇸🇾
#684
34.893622, 35.885167
Nomad Score:
38%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Overall low cost of living compared to many other cities, making it attractive for budget-conscious nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality may vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, and taxi services can be inconsistent and not always affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options available, with few venues for nightlife and cultural activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be high relative to local incomes.
💱 Currency Stability
20%
Weight: 30
The Syrian pound has been highly unstable, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet access is available but often slow and unreliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can be an issue.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Tartus is not a popular destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Local culture promotes a relaxed lifestyle, but work opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Coastal location provides decent air quality, though pollution can be an issue in urban areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely; some areas are well-maintained while others are neglected.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language, and English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable, but can suffer from pollution during certain times.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist, but quality can be inconsistent.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but access to quality care can be limited.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available, but advanced care may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers, generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes, but no major natural disasters are common.
🏞️ Green Spaces
30%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green spaces available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons, but winters can be mild and short.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
40%
Weight: 20
Rich history and culture, but limited modern cultural activities.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches and natural landscapes, but limited organized outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning, especially for Arabic.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
30%
Weight: 10
Limited local tours and experiences available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, with limited activities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but options are limited to traditional dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; options are scarce.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but overall limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be favorable for some remote work, but not ideal for all.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Limited local job market; remote opportunities are scarce.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; few resources available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Non-existent coworking spaces limit quality options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup scene; few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited payment options; reliance on cash is common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; connectivity is not robust.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure can be lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Few options for intercity travel; buses are the primary means.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Coverage exists but can be spotty in certain areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs can be unreliable due to local restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi access.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and restrictive.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and can be burdensome.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government restrictions are prevalent.
🏛️ Political Stability
20%
Weight: 20
Political instability affects daily life and safety.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be challenging due to regulations.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
20%
Weight: 10
Difficult and bureaucratic process for business registration.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific visa for digital nomads.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Not a nomad-friendly environment due to various restrictions.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No events or meetups catering to digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
30%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to ongoing conflict and instability.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms may pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
30%
Weight: 50
Limited tolerance for diversity; cultural homogeneity is prevalent.