Side-by-side city decision # Boracay vs Ljubljana. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link BoracayPhilippines3 VS LjubljanaSlovenia3 $980Boracay monthly budget $1,385Ljubljana monthly budget 20 MbpsBoracay internet 60 MbpsLjubljana internet Decision summary No universal winner The result is balanced. Your priorities should decide the better fit. Cost Best budget Boracay Speed Fastest internet Ljubljana Vibe Best nomad vibe Boracay Safety Highest safety Ljubljana Air Cleanest air Boracay Walk Most walkable Ljubljana Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Boracay](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines/boracay.md) Philippines 3/6 Budget$980 Internet20 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Ljubljana](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/slovenia/ljubljana.md) Slovenia 3/6 Budget$1,385 Internet60 Mbps Vibe7/10 Full comparison ## Compare what matters Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner. Differences only ### Monthly budget and costs 7 signals Total estimated budget $980 $1,385 1-bed center rent $450 $750 Coworking desk $120 $180 Local meal $4 $12 Cappuccino $2.5 $3 Gym membership $30 $45 Transport budget $30 $35 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 20 Mbps 60 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 70/100 85/100 Air quality 75/100 72/100 Walkability 7/10 8/10 Female safety 7/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 6/10 8/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Average Good English proficiency Good Good Climate type Tropical monsoon Humid continental Best time to visit Nov - Apr May - Sep Beyond the numbers ## What each city asks you to trade Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture. [Boracay](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines/boracay.md) Philippines → ### Strengths * Stunning white sand beaches * Affordable cost of living * Friendly and English-speaking locals * Vibrant nightlife and social scene * Delicious local cuisine * Easy to explore by tricycle or scooter ### Trade-offs * Slow and unreliable internet at times * Can be overcrowded during peak season * Limited coworking spaces * High tourist prices in certain areas * Tap water not drinkable * Frequent power outages during storms ### Common visa routes * 30-day visa-free * 59-day visa extension * Tourist visa runs [Ljubljana](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/slovenia/ljubljana.md) Slovenia → ### Strengths * Very safe city with low crime rates * Walkable and bike-friendly center * High-quality tap water and clean environment * Affordable compared to Western Europe * Excellent coffee culture and vibrant cafe scene * Central location for exploring Europe ### Trade-offs * Limited nightlife compared to larger capitals * Winter months are cold and gray * Small expat community can feel cliquey * Public transport stops running early at night * Bureaucracy can be slow for residence permits * Limited coworking spaces outside center ### Common visa routes * Schengen tourist visa (90 days) * Digital nomad residence permit * Temporary residence for freelancers Reading the result ## Use this as a planning benchmark The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices. Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices. Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity. Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.