Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$250.00
$1,200.00
$70.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$80.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$30.00
$70.00
$5.00
|
Daily SIM/data packages available |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$150.00
$400.00
$15.00
|
Mostly meals out, minimal self-catering |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$50.00
$150.00
$10.00
|
Daily taxi or scooter rental |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$40.00
$400.00
$25.00
|
Daily meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$20.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Daily tours, beach activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$30.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Usually covered by travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
One-time or annual fees, not monthly |
| Total |
$650.00
$2,720.00
$135.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$350.00
Prices vary by proximity to ferry terminal and beach; central areas can be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$2.00
Specialty coffee shops charge more; local roadside cafes offer cheaper options around $1.20.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$3.00
Local beers are more affordable; imported brands cost up to 50% more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$5.00
Local eateries offer meals at this price; tourist spots may charge more.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$6.50
Limited fast food chains; combos priced slightly higher due to import costs.
per meal