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La Guaira, Venezuela 🇻🇪
#1319
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Nomad Score:
42%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards due to economic conditions and currency devaluation.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality and safety vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer cheap fresh produce, but imported goods can be expensive or scarce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and local taxis are very inexpensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but limited in variety and quality.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less equipped; memberships are relatively cheap.
💱 Currency Stability
12%
Weight: 30
Highly unstable currency with frequent inflation and devaluation.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
34%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally slow and unreliable, with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces available.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is poor.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
18%
Weight: 30
Lack of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of digital nomads due to infrastructure and safety concerns.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Cultural emphasis on family and social life, but economic stress impacts balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Pollution and waste management issues affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
32%
Weight: 10
Public spaces often suffer from poor cleanliness and maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
38%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is moderate to high, especially near industrial zones.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and safety concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
20%
Weight: 20
Healthcare system is under-resourced with limited access to quality care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality and availability are concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
25%
Weight: 20
Limited reliable healthcare services for expats and nomads.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though humid.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and occasional storms; low seismic activity.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas nearby but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not widespread or reliable in all accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
30%
Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant local traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities; some local bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches and natural parks offers good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Spanish locally, though formal classes may be limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available, but infrastructure is basic.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness options beyond basic gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are available, but organic and specialty foods are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC-4 time zone is convenient for North and South American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance infrastructure or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
12%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is very nascent and challenged by economic instability.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Relatively high crypto adoption due to currency instability.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
La Guaira has a nearby international airport but limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Basic bus services available but unreliable and overcrowded.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure and safety concerns limit walking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited or unreliable.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited and unreliable intercity bus services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally available but can be spotty in some areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but may be slower due to internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
20%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa policies are moderate; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited incentives for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Restricted media and political expression environment.
🏛️ Political Stability
15%
Weight: 20
Ongoing political and economic instability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to strict regulations and banking crisis.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process with corruption risks.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and safety issues make it unfriendly for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
Almost no nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or support groups for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
20%
Weight: 100
High crime rates and safety concerns for foreigners.
♀️ Female Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Safety and cultural issues pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some social prejudices exist.