Side-by-side city decision # Delft vs Gili Trawangan. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link DelftNetherlands3/6 VS Gili TrawanganIndonesia2/6 $2,665Delft monthly budget $1,235Gili Trawangan monthly budget 220 MbpsDelft internet 35 MbpsGili Trawangan internet Decision summary Delft Delft leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Gili Trawangan Speed Fastest internet Delft Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Delft Air Cleanest air Gili Trawangan Walk Most walkable Delft Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Delft](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/netherlands/delft.md) Netherlands 3/6 Budget$2,665 Internet220 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Gili Trawangan](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/gili-trawangan.md) Indonesia 2/6 Budget$1,235 Internet35 Mbps Vibe8/10 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 MetricDelftGili Trawangan Total estimated budget $2,665 $1,235 1-bed center rent $1,780 $650 Coworking desk $290 $120 Local meal $19.5 $3.1 Cappuccino $4.3 $2.6 Gym membership $48 $45 Transport budget $105 $35 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricDelftGili Trawangan Internet speed 220 Mbps 35 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricDelftGili Trawangan Safety index 82/100 72/100 Air quality 78/100 82/100 Walkability 9/10 8/10 Female safety 8/10 7/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 9/10 6/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricDelftGili Trawangan Healthcare quality Excellent Average English proficiency Excellent Good Climate type Temperate oceanic Tropical monsoon Best time to visit May - Sep May - Oct 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. [Delft](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/netherlands/delft.md) Netherlands → ### Strengths * Beautiful compact historic center with canals and excellent cycling * Fast, reliable fiber and strong mobile coverage * Very high English proficiency and international university community * Easy rail access to Rotterdam, The Hague, Amsterdam, and Schiphol * Safe streets, clean public spaces, and drinkable tap water * Calmer and more community-oriented than larger Dutch cities ### Trade-offs * Housing is expensive and long-term rentals are highly competitive * Rain, wind, and gray winter days can feel relentless * Limited nightlife compared with Rotterdam or Amsterdam * Dutch health insurance can be mandatory for some longer stays * Restaurants, gyms, and social activities are costly * There is no dedicated Dutch digital nomad visa ### Common visa routes * Schengen short-stay visa or visa-free entry: up to 90 days in any 180-day period * Dutch self-employed residence permit for qualifying entrepreneurs * DAFT residence permit for eligible United States self-employed citizens [Gili Trawangan](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/gili-trawangan.md) Indonesia → ### Strengths * Car-free island with an easy cycling lifestyle * Beautiful reefs, beaches, and sunset views * Social international community and frequent events * Affordable Indonesian food alongside varied cafés * Warm tropical weather year-round * Compact layout makes daily errands simple ### Trade-offs * Internet can slow down during storms and peak periods * Healthcare is limited and serious cases require mainland transfer * Accommodation prices rise sharply in high season * Party areas can be noisy late into the night * Fresh water is scarce and tap water is unsafe to drink * Boat crossings and rough seas can disrupt travel plans ### Common visa routes * Visa on Arrival / e-VOA, typically 30 days and extendable once for up to 60 days * B211A Visit Visa for longer stays, commonly issued for 60 days with extensions * Indonesia E33G Remote Worker Visa, subject to current eligibility and application rules 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.