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Bangkok 🇹🇭
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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Bogota 🇨🇴
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Hanoi 🇻🇳
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Prague 🇨🇿
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| Population | 5,680,000 | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 10,978,360 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 1,305,737 |
| Official language(s) | Thai | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Czech |
| Level of English | Low | High | Very high | Low | Low | Moderate | High |
| Main airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | El Dorado International Airport (BOG) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) |
| Most common months to visit | January - March, November, December | April - June, September - November | May - September | January - March, December | February - May | January, February, October - December | June - October |
| Currency | THB - Thai Baht (฿) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $1560 | $2384 | $2200 | $1097 | $959 | $1167 | $1806 |
| Rent | $616 | $932 | $939 | $480 | $316 | $503 | $780 |
| Groceries | $191 | $121 | $188 | $82 | $161 | $151 | $158 |
| Dining out | $168 | $403 | $271 | $174 | $128 | $134 | $240 |
| Cafe | $45 | $45 | $57 | $22 | $35 | $39 | $53 |
| Coworking space | $127 | $213 | $174 | $77 | $88 | $72 | $175 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $10 | $23 | $11 | $4 | $4 | $24 |
| Public transportation | $32 | $127 | $88 | $23 | $15 | $20 | $61 |
| Taxis | $19 | $48 | $58 | $28 | $15 | $13 | $33 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $24 | $17 | $17 | $0 | $0 | $19 |
| Sport and cultural events | $46 | $81 | $64 | $22 | $6 | $3 | $19 |
| Museums and sights | $21 | $33 | $37 | $7 | $2 | $4 | $35 |
| Nightlife | $50 | $112 | $63 | $46 | $74 | $89 | $50 |
| Gym | $96 | $81 | $66 | $15 | $34 | $57 | $56 |
| Yoga | $98 | $93 | $99 | $57 | $71 | $57 | $66 |
| Massage | $11 | $59 | $56 | $37 | $10 | $21 | $37 |
| SIM card options | AIS | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Tigo, Movistar, Claro | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Vodafone, T-Mobile |
| Tipping | 10% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10% service included in all bills, not required or expected at bars without table service | 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% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Cabify | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Liftago |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Meat and fish dishes, vegetables, noodles and soup | 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. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | 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. | 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. | 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! |
| Local food specialities | Pad thai, tom yam, kway teow reua, som tum, sooan | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Arepas, ajiaco santaferense, buñuelos, patacones, té de coca, changua | 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 | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. |
| Eat like a local | Food stalls, local markets, shophouse restaurants | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local family restaurants and those from other regions. Menú del día. Community markets and sports bars. | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 416 listings on Happy Cow | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 104 options on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow |