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Kalymnos

Hosts the World Freediving Championships, with a genuine dedicated freediving identity.

In Kalymnos, a mid-range month runs about $1,296 (€1,124) and there is low violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Low

Cheaper day to day than about 55% of cities

Internet1/10

Among the 5% slowest cities for internet

Visas6/10

Easier visas than about 55% of cities

Coworking1.4/10

Among the 5% weakest cities for coworking

English6/10

Less English-friendly than about 65% of cities

Walkability4.7/10

Harder to get around than about 60% of cities

Gyms & Wellness1.2/10

Among the 5% weakest cities for wellness

Getting There3.9/10

Harder to reach than about 70% of cities

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Everything we know

32 categories for Kalymnos, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Outdoor activities

  • Wind & Kite Surfing: not available here. Nearest on Nomadr: Santorini (~150 km) · Ios (~150 km)

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