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Liquica, East Timor 🇹🇱
#2093
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, especially outside the capital.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options, mostly basic but sufficient for budget travelers.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
88%
Weight: 20
Minimal public transport costs; motorbike taxis are cheap and common.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs are low but options are sparse.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
34%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership tends to be expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
East Timor uses the US dollar; stable currency but local economic volatility affects prices.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
37%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable in Liquica; better speeds found in Dili.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces in Liquica; nomads must rely on cafes or remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Very few cafes with WiFi; connectivity often unstable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
10%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
8%
Weight: 100
Liquica is virtually unknown among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
71%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with low stress but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural surroundings with minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
Basic sanitation present but infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Tetum and Portuguese are official; English is limited, posing communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Quiet environment but limited facilities for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
28%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic and limited in Liquica.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality is low.
🏥 Healthcare
28%
Weight: 20
Limited access to advanced medical care; serious cases require travel to Dili or abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some rainy season months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green areas and coastal landscapes.
❄️ Air Conditioning
32%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in most accommodations and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
80%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels due to small population and rural setting.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional ceremonies and Portuguese influence.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, beaches, and exploring natural beauty.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available focusing on culture and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
57%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine available; few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios in Liquica.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
23%
Weight: 15
Few fitness facilities; mostly informal or outdoor exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is widely available; limited processed or specialty health foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+9 timezone is moderately favorable for Asia-Pacific digital nomads.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Almost no professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local job market is limited; remote work depends on global internet access.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces; no infrastructure for professional remote work.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem in Liquica.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Cash is king; limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
20%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is in Dili; Liquica lacks direct airport access.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; mostly informal minibuses and motorbike taxis.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Small town layout allows walking but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps operational in Liquica.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but roads are basic and safety infrastructure limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services connect Liquica to Dili and other towns.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some motorbike rentals available but limited options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Basic 3G/4G coverage; spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet instability can affect connection.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Simple tax system but limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities remain.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional local tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking system is basic; foreigners face bureaucratic hurdles.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Process exists but is slow and complex for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Not currently a destination tailored for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for nomads in Liquica.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; traditional culture may pose challenges but no major safety concerns.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some ethnic diversity.