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Koh Phi Phi, Thailand 🇹🇭
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major cities, but higher than mainland Thailand due to its tourist island status.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
53%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is pricier than typical Thai cities, especially during high season, with limited budget options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but groceries and imported goods are more expensive due to island logistics.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
No cars allowed; transport mainly via boats and walking, which is inexpensive but limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment is mostly nightlife and tours, which can be pricey relative to local standards.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
34%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities with higher prices; many rely on outdoor activities instead.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Thai Baht is relatively stable with moderate inflation.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often unstable and slower compared to urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
63%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to nomads but lack power outlets and consistent internet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
48%
Weight: 100
Less popular than Phuket or Chiang Mai; attracts nomads seeking nature and beach life.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
86%
Weight: 30
Excellent balance with beautiful natural surroundings and relaxed lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment but affected by tourist waste and occasional water pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
52%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; tourist areas are maintained but some parts suffer from litter.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
Basic English is common in tourist areas, but less so in local communities.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to sea breeze and lack of heavy traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented facilities; more suited for solo travelers or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare facilities on the island; serious cases require transfer to Phuket.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
71%
Weight: 25
Basic healthcare is affordable but limited in scope.
🏥 Healthcare
47%
Weight: 20
Basic services available; advanced care requires travel off-island.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from May to October.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
56%
Weight: 10
Some risk of tropical storms and occasional flooding during monsoon season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green areas and forests surrounding the island.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and cafes, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation aside from wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
42%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in tourist areas and nightlife zones; quieter in residential parts.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich local Thai culture blended with international tourist influences.
🌃 Nightlife
64%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife focused on bars and beach parties, but limited compared to bigger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent for outdoor activities like snorkeling, hiking, and beach relaxation.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
41%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
82%
Weight: 10
Wide range of tours and local experiences focused on nature and marine life.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars and small shops.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Good variety of Thai and international food, though pricier than mainland.
🧠 Yoga Studios
46%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; more common in nearby Phuket.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
39%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor fitness preferred.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Healthy options available but less diverse than in larger cities.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is convenient for Asia and Australia, less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
32%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking due to small nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
29%
Weight: 20
No significant local remote job market; nomads rely on global opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with few local resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Very limited coworking infrastructure and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available; cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption; some interest among tourists but no local hubs.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
37%
Weight: 30
No airport on the island; nearest is Phuket International Airport, requiring ferry transfer.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit; island is small and walkable.
🚶 Walkability
87%
Weight: 20
Highly walkable due to small size and pedestrian-friendly paths.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
5%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps; transportation mainly by boat or walking.
🚲 Cycling
62%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited by hilly terrain and narrow roads.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
41%
Weight: 15
Limited to boat transfers to nearby islands and mainland.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
79%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals available on nearby islands but restricted on Koh Phi Phi itself.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G available; occasional dead zones.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
68%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages during storms but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
54%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi limited mostly to cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
69%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; longer stays require extensions or special visas.
📊 Tax Friendliness
43%
Weight: 30
Thailand tax system complex for foreigners; no special nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some restrictions under Thai law.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest in Thailand.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
47%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners without long-term visas or local sponsorship.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
39%
Weight: 10
Complex process with restrictions for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
50%
Weight: 35
Thailand offers a special visa for long-term stays but with strict requirements.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
56%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but limited infrastructure for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
28%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence compared to major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
69%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers, though caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
71%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant due to diverse tourist population.