Pros and Cons of Living in Yemen
Last updated on Jan 06, 2024
Summary: The pros of living in Yemen include its rich cultural heritage, its diverse landscape, and its friendly people. On the other hand, the cons of living in Yemen include its ongoing civil war, its high poverty rate, and its lack of access to basic services such as healthcare and education.
What are the pros and cons of living in Yemen?
Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Yemen responded:
"Expats and digital nomads living in Yemen appreciate the country's rich culture and history, as well as its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. They also enjoy the warm hospitality of the Yemeni people and the low cost of living. On the other hand, they may find the lack of modern infrastructure and the security situation in the country to be challenging. Additionally, the limited access to reliable internet and other amenities can be a source of frustration," wrote one expat in Yemen.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.