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Union Island, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 🇻🇨
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major cities, but higher than mainland due to island logistics.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
51%
Weight: 80
Limited options with moderate prices; beachfront and vacation rentals tend to be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
58%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported goods and specialty items are expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on taxis and rental scooters, which are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and somewhat costly due to island setting.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships tend to be expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Eastern Caribbean Dollar is relatively stable, pegged to USD.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds can be inconsistent and slower than urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces on the island.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for working remotely.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and natural surroundings with minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
72%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, though some areas may have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
88%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, easing communication for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to ocean breezes and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited schooling and family amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require travel to larger islands or mainland.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but limited services may increase expenses.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; suitable for minor health issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
93%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and plenty of sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Located in hurricane zone; risk during hurricane season is significant.
🏞️ Green Spaces
89%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green areas and beaches.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning available in most accommodations but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains fairly consistent.
🔊 Noise Pollution
80%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; peaceful island atmosphere.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Caribbean culture with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and beach gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, snorkeling, sailing, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; English is dominant language.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, boat trips, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly outdoor-focused activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Good local Caribbean cuisine; limited international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes may be available seasonally.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and produce available; limited health-focused restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Atlantic Standard Time is convenient for North and South American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs must be sourced externally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity or support ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic banking services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Union Island Airport has limited flights; connections often require transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system on the island.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Small size allows walking in some areas but limited sidewalks.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps like Uber or Lyft available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but limited cycling infrastructure and hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Boat and ferry services connect to nearby islands but are infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Good coverage on main island areas; some dead zones in remote spots.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with stable internet.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur; backup generators common in accommodations.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in hotels or cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; stays up to 6 months.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
No income tax locally; favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Generally free and open society with respect for speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking can be bureaucratic and requires local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate process; not fully digitalized but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Union Island nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Respectful culture; standard precautions advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
80%
Weight: 50
Diverse and tolerant society with Caribbean multiculturalism.