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Austin 🇺🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Istanbul 🇹🇷
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Larnaca 🇨🇾
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Rio de Janeiro 🇧🇷
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Sofia 🇧🇬
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 926,426 | 3,400,000 | 1,125,316 | 15,520,000 | 144,900 | 6,578,0179 | 8,850,000 | 6,718,903 | 1,270,169 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | English (de facto) | German | Vietnamese | Turkish | Greek | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Bulgarian | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | Very high | Very high | Low | Low | High | Moderate | Moderate | Low | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Galeão International Airport | Sofia International Airport (SOF) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | March - May, September - November | May - September | February - May | April - June, September and October | March - May, October - December | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November | January - March, December | April-June, September-October | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | USD - US Dollar ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | BRL - Brazilian Real (R$) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (лв) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in most places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $3484 | $2200 | $959 | $659 | $1959 | $2498 | $1867 | $1833 | $1289 | $1976 |
| Rent | $1650 | $939 | $316 | $354 | $678 | $1174 | $778 | $1066 | $567 | $869 |
| Groceries | $243 | $188 | $161 | $44 | $157 | $175 | $281 | $95 | $10 | $146 |
| Dining out | $396 | $271 | $128 | $81 | $261 | $313 | $182 | $210 | $227 | $292 |
| Cafe | $66 | $57 | $35 | $18 | $56 | $51 | $49 | $25 | $27 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $331 | $174 | $88 | $49 | $209 | $196 | $159 | $130 | $140 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $40 | $23 | $4 | $3 | $35 | $10 | $25 | $7 | $10 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $110 | $88 | $15 | $6 | $63 | $78 | $11 | $33 | $30 | $38 |
| Taxis | $73 | $58 | $15 | $6 | $42 | $44 | $9 | $14 | $12 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $96 | $17 | $0 | $2 | $45 | $49 | $24 | $16 | $40 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $54 | $64 | $6 | $11 | $28 | $54 | $81 | $55 | $18 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $11 | $37 | $2 | $15 | $8 | $20 | $20 | $26 | $12 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $124 | $63 | $74 | $22 | $110 | $82 | $64 | $54 | $82 | $66 |
| Gym | $62 | $66 | $34 | $9 | $107 | $44 | $69 | $31 | $23 | $34 |
| Yoga | $139 | $99 | $71 | $23 | $105 | $142 | $65 | $40 | $62 | $87 |
| Massage | $89 | $56 | $10 | $15 | $54 | $64 | $51 | $32 | $29 | $45 |
| SIM card options | AT&T, T-Mobile. | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Viettel, Vinafone | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | Tim, Claro, Vivo | A1, Telenor, Vivacom | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 15-20% at restaurants, 1USD or more per drink at cafes and bars | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10% usually included in restaurants, 10% at bars and cafes with table service is common | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafés | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Uber, Lyft | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | BiTaksi | nTaxi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber | Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber | TaxiMe, TaxiStars | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Emphasis on barbecued meats (beef and pork) as well as corn-based dishes and tex-mex, and rich American-style desserts. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. | A fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | Emphasis on rice, beans, pork and beef with a variety of root vegetables and fresh fruits. Fresh seafood is also very common. | Vegetables and mild spices are often mixed with dairy products to create rich chicken and pork products. Seafood dishes also popular in some regions of the country, making them popular in the capital. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Frito pie, queso, apple pie, kolaches, BBQ ribs, tacos | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Feijoada, bolinho de bacalhau, fried sardines, caldo verde, pao de queijo and brigadeiros. | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator | Paella, fideuà , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Local tex-mex restaurants, lunch BBQ joints, taquerias, food trucks, local breweries | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! | Markets, food stalls, menú del dÃa (cheap set lunch menus) | The "snack capital" of Brazil, Rio is a perfect place to try street food as well as the wide varieties of small, traditional eateries and churrascarias easily found across the city. | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 30 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 54 options on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |