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Koh Phi Phi, Thailand 🇹🇭
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Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to mainland Thailand, but prices are elevated due to island tourism.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is pricier than mainland Thailand, especially during high season; limited long-term rental options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported groceries and dining at tourist spots are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
No cars on the island; transportation mainly via boats and walking, which are inexpensive or free.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are mostly bars and tours, which can be costly relative to local standards.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
32%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities; those available tend to be small and expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Thai Baht is relatively stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
41%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable due to island infrastructure limitations.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces on the island.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
43%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; most are tourist-focused.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hub compared to Bangkok or Chiang Mai.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easily available at the mainland before ferry or on island.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance, but work infrastructure is limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural environment with clear waters and lush greenery.
🧼 Cleanliness
52%
Weight: 10
Tourism impacts cleanliness; some areas suffer from litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Basic English is widely understood in tourist areas, but less so in local communities.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to ocean breeze and low pollution sources.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented facilities; more suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare facilities on the island; serious cases require transfer to mainland hospitals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Basic healthcare is affordable but limited in scope locally.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Basic medical services available; advanced care requires travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
55%
Weight: 10
Some risk of storms and flooding during monsoon; tsunami risk exists but low probability.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Island has natural green areas and beaches but limited manicured parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations and cafes have AC, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation aside from wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Nightlife and tourist crowds can cause noise, especially in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
73%
Weight: 20
Rich Thai culture with local traditions, though heavily influenced by tourism.
🌃 Nightlife
69%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife focused on bars and beach parties, popular with tourists.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for snorkeling, diving, hiking, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
38%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Wide range of tours and local experiences catering to tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars and small shops.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good variety of Thai and international food, though prices are higher than mainland.
🧠 Yoga Studios
42%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; some guesthouses offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and fruits widely available; some health-focused cafes.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
77%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is favorable for Asia-Pacific and some European time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
28%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
No significant local remote job market; mostly reliant on global online work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
12%
Weight: 30
Almost no coworking spaces; infrastructure not suited for professional work.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and cards accepted in tourist areas; cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption; some interest among tourists but no local hubs.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is on the mainland (Krabi or Phuket), requiring ferry transfer.
🚇 Public Transit
5%
Weight: 20
No public transit system on the island.
🚶 Walkability
83%
Weight: 20
Compact island with most areas accessible on foot.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Possible but limited due to hilly terrain and traffic.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Boat connections to nearby islands and mainland; limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
75%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are common and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
62%
Weight: 20
Coverage is decent but can be spotty in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages during storms; generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; longer stays require extensions or special visas.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Thailand has moderate tax policies; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but with some restrictions on political speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Thailand has occasional political unrest but stable in tourist areas.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners without long-term visa or work permit.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Complex regulations and requirements for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
68%
Weight: 35
Thailand offers a digital nomad visa option, but not specific to Koh Phi Phi.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
42%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure but welcoming community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Few to no organized events on the island.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence compared to major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Safe for solo female travelers with usual precautions.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.