Sapanca, Turkey 🇹🇷
#2008
40.691613, 30.267383
Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Overall affordable compared to major cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
81%
Weight: 40
Inexpensive local cuisine and grocery prices, especially for fresh produce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, but limited options compared to larger cities.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options, but fewer choices compared to urban centers.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Reasonably priced gym memberships available, with various fitness options.
💱 Currency Stability
50%
Weight: 30
The Turkish Lira has experienced volatility, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
72%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds, though not as fast as in major metropolitan areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces available, but some options exist for remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, providing a conducive atmosphere.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, but growing interest.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
A relaxed pace of life contributes to a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Surrounded by nature, with a generally clean environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Varies by area; some neighborhoods are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency among locals can pose challenges.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though can vary with traffic.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are decent, with both public and private options.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available, but may lack advanced facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Mild climate with warm summers and pleasant winters, ideal for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk due to seismic activity in the region.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and natural areas for recreation and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Common in urban areas, but not universally available in all accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Experiences four distinct seasons, providing variety in activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities, but some bars and cafes exist.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities available nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language courses available, but local interaction can aid learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and experiences available, but not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine, with many affordable options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Various fitness facilities available, though quality may vary.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy food options, especially in urban areas.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be favorable for European and Middle Eastern connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not a major hub for tech jobs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
55%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies; some good options exist.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem, with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Common payment methods available, but cash is still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity to major cities, but fewer international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Basic public transit options available, but not very extensive.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but others require transportation.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is limited, making it less bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Decent options for intercity travel, including buses and trains.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Power supply is generally stable, with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be straightforward, but vary by nationality.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly favorable for expats.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; some restrictions in place.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Moderate political stability, with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Can be straightforward, but may require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly to nomads, but not a primary destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but cultural norms may vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance, but experiences may vary by individual.