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Austin 🇺🇸
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Budapest 🇭🇺
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Hanoi 🇻🇳
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Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Prague 🇨🇿
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Seoul 🇰🇷
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 926,426 | 1,768,073 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 9,963,452 | 1,108,700 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | English (de facto) | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Korean | Georgian | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | Very high | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Very High | High | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | March - May, September - November | March - June, September - November | February - May | January, February, October - December | January - May, October - December | May - September | June - October | March - May, September - November | March - June | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | USD - US Dollar ($) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $3484 | $1230 | $959 | $1167 | $2143 | $1759 | $1806 | $2184 | $1462 | $1976 |
| Rent | $1650 | $499 | $316 | $503 | $923 | $717 | $780 | $797 | $752 | $869 |
| Groceries | $243 | $108 | $161 | $151 | $127 | $148 | $158 | $356 | $112 | $146 |
| Dining out | $396 | $202 | $128 | $134 | $207 | $280 | $240 | $211 | $169 | $292 |
| Cafe | $66 | $29 | $35 | $39 | $42 | $45 | $53 | $69 | $45 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $331 | $120 | $88 | $72 | $160 | $96 | $175 | $222 | $125 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $40 | $9 | $4 | $4 | $21 | $21 | $24 | $40 | $4 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $110 | $36 | $15 | $20 | $17 | $95 | $61 | $40 | $8 | $38 |
| Taxis | $73 | $27 | $15 | $13 | $9 | $25 | $33 | $41 | $14 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $96 | $13 | $0 | $0 | $49 | $10 | $19 | $13 | $27 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $54 | $24 | $6 | $3 | $97 | $45 | $19 | $39 | $21 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $11 | $7 | $2 | $4 | $217 | $24 | $35 | $6 | $9 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $124 | $43 | $74 | $89 | $77 | $66 | $50 | $93 | $53 | $66 |
| Gym | $62 | $37 | $34 | $57 | $42 | $56 | $56 | $69 | $33 | $34 |
| Yoga | $139 | $48 | $71 | $57 | $54 | $82 | $66 | $112 | $37 | $87 |
| Massage | $89 | $26 | $10 | $21 | $101 | $48 | $37 | $75 | $53 | $45 |
| SIM card options | AT&T, T-Mobile. | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 15-20% at restaurants, 1USD or more per drink at cafes and bars | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | 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 | Not customary or expected | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Uber, Lyft | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab | Grab, GoViet | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Uber, Kakao | Yandex, Bolt | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | 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. | 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. | 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 mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | 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! | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. | 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. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Frito pie, queso, apple pie, kolaches, BBQ ribs, tacos | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | 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. | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli | Paella, fideuà, esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Local tex-mex restaurants, lunch BBQ joints, taquerias, food trucks, local breweries | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | 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 | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 30 options on HappyCow | 47 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |