Side-by-side city decision # Gili Trawangan vs Lisbon. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link Gili TrawanganIndonesia3/6 VS LisbonPortugal3/6 $1,235Gili Trawangan monthly budget $2,275Lisbon monthly budget 35 MbpsGili Trawangan internet 220 MbpsLisbon internet Decision summary No universal winner The result is balanced. Your priorities should decide the better fit. Cost Best budget Gili Trawangan Speed Fastest internet Lisbon Vibe Best nomad vibe Lisbon Safety Highest safety Gili Trawangan Air Cleanest air Gili Trawangan Walk Most walkable Lisbon Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Gili Trawangan](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/gili-trawangan.md) Indonesia 3/6 Budget$1,235 Internet35 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Lisbon](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal/lisbon.md) Portugal 3/6 Budget$2,275 Internet220 Mbps Vibe9/10 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 MetricGili TrawanganLisbon Total estimated budget $1,235 $2,275 1-bed center rent $650 $1,550 Coworking desk $120 $240 Local meal $3.1 $13 Cappuccino $2.6 $2.4 Gym membership $45 $45 Transport budget $35 $45 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricGili TrawanganLisbon Internet speed 35 Mbps 220 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 9/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricGili TrawanganLisbon Safety index 72/100 67/100 Air quality 82/100 78/100 Walkability 8/10 9/10 Female safety 7/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 6/10 9/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricGili TrawanganLisbon Healthcare quality Average Good English proficiency Good Good Climate type Tropical monsoon Mediterranean Best time to visit May - Oct Apr - Jun 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. [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 [Lisbon](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal/lisbon.md) Portugal → ### Strengths * Large, international remote-worker community * Excellent walkability and public transport * Mild climate with abundant sunshine * Reliable high-speed fiber internet * Strong café, food, and cultural scene * Safe city with easy European flight connections ### Trade-offs * Housing costs have risen sharply * Long-term rentals are highly competitive * Winter apartments can be cold and damp * Tourist-heavy central neighborhoods get noisy * Portuguese bureaucracy can move slowly * Wages and services do not always match capital-city prices ### Common visa routes * Portugal Digital Nomad Visa * D7 Passive Income Visa * Schengen short-stay visa waiver or tourist visa 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.