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Port Vila, Vanuatu 🇻🇺
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western countries but higher than many Southeast Asian or South American destinations due to import reliance.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but limited supply of quality long-term rentals can drive prices up.
🍎 Food & Groceries
58%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable but imported goods and western-style groceries tend to be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Local transport options are limited but inexpensive; taxis and minibuses are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; prices are moderate but fewer choices.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, membership tends to be pricey relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
67%
Weight: 30
Vanuatu vatu is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
48%
Weight: 100
Internet is improving but still slow and unreliable compared to global standards; fiber is limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; digital nomads mostly work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies and can be slow.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
37%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance with plenty of outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water with abundant natural beauty and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas show signs of limited waste management infrastructure.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
English and French widely spoken alongside Bislama; communication is generally easy for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
39%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but limited facilities and specialists; serious cases require evacuation.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality limitations may require travel abroad.
🏥 Healthcare
41%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure; suitable for minor issues but not for complex medical needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones and earthquakes; infrastructure is vulnerable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
93%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces, beaches, and forests surrounding the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations rely on fans and natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate; mostly warm and humid year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet island atmosphere.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Melanesian culture with unique traditions and festivals; friendly local communities.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and occasional live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking, snorkeling, and other outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Bislama and French.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
76%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, island excursions, and eco-tourism activities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is fresh and flavorful but limited variety; some international options available.
🧠 Yoga Studios
23%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; occasional classes in resorts or community centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor exercise more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; processed and fast food options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
57%
Weight: 20
UTC+11 timezone is favorable for Asia-Pacific but less convenient for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote work depends on external clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community; digital nomads mostly isolated.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem; mostly traditional businesses.
💳 Local Payment Services
42%
Weight: 10
Cash remains dominant; mobile payment services are emerging but not widespread.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption or infrastructure for blockchain or crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
53%
Weight: 30
International airport with flights mainly to Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji; limited direct connections.
🚇 Public Transit
27%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure outside is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operating; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated bike lanes and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited inter-island transport options; mostly boats and small planes.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals available but limited in number and quality.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in urban areas; rural coverage can be spotty.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Frequent outages and voltage fluctuations common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax but some indirect taxes apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free with some cultural sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking can be bureaucratic and requires local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity; processes improving but still slow.
📄✈️ 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
15%
Weight: 25
Very few if any organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to nomads in Port Vila.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; cultural norms are conservative but welcoming.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and multicultural society.