Koh Phi Phi, Thailand 🇹🇭
#1512
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major cities, but prices are higher than mainland Thailand due to its tourist island status.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is relatively expensive for Thailand, especially during high season; budget options exist but limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but groceries and imported goods are pricier due to island logistics.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
No motorized public transport; transportation mainly by boat or walking, which is low cost or free.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are mostly tourist-oriented with moderate pricing; nightlife can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
32%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities; those available tend to be expensive and basic.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Thai Baht is relatively stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
51%
Weight: 100
Internet can be inconsistent; speeds vary with occasional outages and slower connections compared to urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but lack power outlets and comfortable workspaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
47%
Weight: 100
Less popular than mainland hubs like Chiang Mai or Bangkok; attracts more tourists than long-term nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and activate local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
69%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural environment but suffers from pollution and waste management issues during peak tourist seasons.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered, especially during high season; cleanliness varies widely.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
Basic English is common in tourist areas but limited outside; Thai language skills helpful.
💨 Air Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to sea breezes, though occasional pollution from boats and fires.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families; more suited to singles and couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
41%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare facilities on the island; serious cases require transfer to mainland hospitals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
74%
Weight: 25
Basic healthcare is affordable but limited in scope.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is minimal; not ideal for those with chronic conditions.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from May to October can be heavy.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of tropical storms and occasional flooding; tsunami risk exists but low probability.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and beaches; limited urban parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and cafes have air conditioning, but power outages can affect availability.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
43%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in tourist areas and nightlife zones; quieter in off-season.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Thai culture with local traditions, though heavily influenced by tourism.
🌃 Nightlife
63%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife focused on bars and beach parties; limited variety beyond tourist spots.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent for outdoor activities like snorkeling, hiking, and beach exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
37%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
84%
Weight: 10
Wide range of tours and local experiences catering to tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
39%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars and small shops.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
71%
Weight: 25
Good variety of Thai and international food, though prices are higher than mainland.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; mostly small and seasonal.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
38%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor fitness more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Healthy options available but limited compared to larger cities.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is favorable for working with Asia and Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
31%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events; mostly social meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community; reliant on online platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Almost no startup ecosystem on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
64%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and e-wallets are growing but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; some interest among tourists and expats.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
33%
Weight: 30
No airport on the island; nearest airports are on the mainland requiring ferry transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit system; walking and boats are primary transport.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Compact island with most areas accessible on foot.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
15%
Weight: 15
No Uber or Grab on the island; taxis and motorbike rentals available.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Possible but limited due to hilly terrain and narrow roads.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
37%
Weight: 15
Limited to boats and ferries connecting to mainland towns.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
76%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals widely available and popular for island travel.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage but occasional dead zones in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with stable connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in tourist areas but often slow and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Thailand offers tourist visas and extensions; digital nomad visas limited but improving.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Thailand's tax system is moderate; no special tax incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; generally safe for digital nomads but sensitive topics avoided.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political unrest in mainland Thailand.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners without long-term visas; requires local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
38%
Weight: 10
Complex procedures and restrictions for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
50%
Weight: 35
Thailand has introduced digital nomad visa options but not widely implemented on islands.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
56%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure compared to major nomad hubs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
34%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
48%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online communities focused on island life.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
77%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
69%
Weight: 50
Safe for solo female travelers but caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination in tourist areas.