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Population | 926,426 | 5,585,556 | 10,978,360 | 1,768,073 | 1,166,978 | 8,053,663 | 8,323,340 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 1,108,700 |
Official language(s) | English (de facto) | Catalan, Spanish | Spanish | Hungarian | Thai | Vietnamese | English (de facto) | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Georgian |
Level of English | Very high | High | Low | High | Low | Moderate | Very high | Moderate | Very High | High | Low |
Main airport | Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | El Dorado International Airport (BOG) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
Most common months to visit | March - May, September - November | April - June, September - November | January - March, December | March - June, September - November | November - April | January, February, October - December | April - June, September - November | January - May, October - December | May - September | June - October | March - June |
Currency | USD - US Dollar ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | THB - Thai Baht (฿) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | USD - US Dollar ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $3484 | $2384 | $1097 | $1230 | $974 | $1167 | $5431 | $2143 | $1759 | $1806 | $1462 |
Rent | $1650 | $932 | $480 | $499 | $274 | $503 | $2891 | $923 | $717 | $780 | $752 |
Groceries | $243 | $121 | $82 | $108 | $169 | $151 | $383 | $127 | $148 | $158 | $112 |
Dining out | $396 | $403 | $174 | $202 | $108 | $134 | $656 | $207 | $280 | $240 | $169 |
Cafe | $66 | $45 | $22 | $29 | $45 | $39 | $72 | $42 | $45 | $53 | $45 |
Coworking space | $331 | $213 | $77 | $120 | $95 | $72 | $326 | $160 | $96 | $175 | $125 |
Mobile internet | $40 | $10 | $11 | $9 | $11 | $4 | $45 | $21 | $21 | $24 | $4 |
Public transportation | $110 | $127 | $23 | $36 | $60 | $20 | $220 | $17 | $95 | $61 | $8 |
Taxis | $73 | $48 | $28 | $27 | $20 | $13 | $78 | $9 | $25 | $33 | $14 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $96 | $24 | $17 | $13 | $10 | $0 | $30 | $49 | $10 | $19 | $27 |
Sport and cultural events | $54 | $81 | $22 | $24 | $8 | $3 | $100 | $97 | $45 | $19 | $21 |
Museums and sights | $11 | $33 | $7 | $7 | $8 | $4 | $74 | $217 | $24 | $35 | $9 |
Nightlife | $124 | $112 | $46 | $43 | $62 | $89 | $195 | $77 | $66 | $50 | $53 |
Gym | $62 | $81 | $15 | $37 | $41 | $57 | $55 | $42 | $56 | $56 | $33 |
Yoga | $139 | $93 | $57 | $48 | $55 | $57 | $197 | $54 | $82 | $66 | $37 |
Massage | $89 | $59 | $37 | $26 | $10 | $21 | $109 | $101 | $48 | $37 | $53 |
SIM card options | AT&T, T-Mobile. | Vodafone, Movistar | Tigo, Movistar, Claro | Vodafone, Telenor | AIS, DTAC | Viettel, Mobifone | AT&T, Verizon | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
Tipping | 15-20% at restaurants, 1USD or more per drink at cafes and bars | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10% service included in all bills, not required or expected at bars without table service | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars | 10-15% for restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
Taxi apps | Uber, Lyft | Cabify, FreeNow | Uber, Cabify | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Lyft | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Yandex, Bolt |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable |
Overall cuisine | Emphasis on barbecued meats (beef and pork) as well as corn-based dishes and tex-mex, and rich American-style desserts. | Catalan cuisine makes extensive use of Mediterranean vegetables, legumes mixed with pork in its many varieties, chicken and fish. Regularly mixes sweet and savory flavors in specific dishes. This cuisine is known for being bold in flavor and striking in color, with a variety of specific regional dishes found the culinary hub that is Barcelona. | Latin American. Dishes with beef, pork and chicken are often mixed with flour-based foods and fruity desserts. Heavy influence from the Andes and other Colombian regions. | Magyar cuisine makes extensive use of creams, cheeses and sauces primarily in beef, chicken and pork dishes, mixed with seasonal vegetables, fruits and rich desserts. | Combines salty, sweet, spicy and sour flavors to create bold and colorful dishes. Meals typically include a mixture of meat and seafood dishes, as well as noodles or soups recipes. Strong emphasis on local spices and vegetables. | A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | American. Emphasis on comfort and fast food, with some good seafood dishes. Influence from other regions of the US, North America and the world make NYC a cosmopolitan and international cuisine hub that is incredibly diverse. | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer! | Cuisine of the Caucasus meets regional diversity in Georgia. Emphasis on spices and meats (poultry, beef, pork and mutton) as well as soups and creams. |
Local food specialities | Frito pie, queso, apple pie, kolaches, BBQ ribs, tacos | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Arepas, ajiaco santaferense, buñuelos, patacones, té de coca, changua | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Pizza, clam chowder, bagels, corned beef, pastrami, cheesecake, hot dogs, and hundred of other international food options. | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
Eat like a local | Local tex-mex restaurants, lunch BBQ joints, taquerias, food trucks, local breweries | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Local family restaurants and those from other regions. Menú del día. Community markets and sports bars. | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Delis, local pizza shops, street food stalls and food trucks, food markets, local bakeries and smaller, authentic international cuisine restaurants | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 30 options on HappyCow | 98 options on HappyCow | 104 options on Happy Cow | 47 options on HappyCow | 90 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 309 options on HappyCow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow |