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Bangkok 🇹ðŸ‡
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Medellin 🇨🇴
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Rio de Janeiro 🇧🇷
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,680,000 | 3,400,000 | 1,125,316 | 6,578,0179 | 2,427,000 | 237,559 | 6,718,903 | 1,108,700 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Thai | German | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Portuguese | Georgian | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | Low | Very high | Low | Moderate | Low | Very High | Low | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Galeão International Airport | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | January - March, November, December | May - September | February - May | March - May, September - November | January - April, December | May - September | January - March, December | March - June | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | THB - Thai Baht (฿) | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | BRL - Brazilian Real (R$) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $1560 | $2200 | $959 | $2498 | $1293 | $1759 | $1833 | $1462 | $1976 |
| Rent | $616 | $939 | $316 | $1174 | $732 | $717 | $1066 | $752 | $869 |
| Groceries | $191 | $188 | $161 | $175 | $87 | $148 | $95 | $112 | $146 |
| Dining out | $168 | $271 | $128 | $313 | $131 | $280 | $210 | $169 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $35 | $51 | $18 | $45 | $25 | $45 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $127 | $174 | $88 | $196 | $96 | $96 | $130 | $125 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $23 | $4 | $10 | $16 | $21 | $7 | $4 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $32 | $88 | $15 | $78 | $21 | $95 | $33 | $8 | $38 |
| Taxis | $19 | $58 | $15 | $44 | $14 | $25 | $14 | $14 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $17 | $0 | $49 | $0 | $10 | $16 | $27 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $46 | $64 | $6 | $54 | $8 | $45 | $55 | $21 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $21 | $37 | $2 | $20 | $9 | $24 | $26 | $9 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $50 | $63 | $74 | $82 | $73 | $66 | $54 | $53 | $66 |
| Gym | $96 | $66 | $34 | $44 | $15 | $56 | $31 | $33 | $34 |
| Yoga | $98 | $99 | $71 | $142 | $54 | $82 | $40 | $37 | $87 |
| Massage | $11 | $56 | $10 | $64 | $20 | $48 | $32 | $53 | $45 |
| SIM card options | AIS | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Viettel, Vinafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Claro, Tigo | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Tim, Claro, Vivo | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 10% for restaurants, bars and services | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | Tip 10% in restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% usually included in restaurants, 10% at bars and cafes with table service is common | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | EasyTaxi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber | Yandex, Bolt | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Meat and fish dishes, vegetables, noodles and soup | 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. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Emphasis on rice, beans, pork and beef with a variety of root vegetables and fresh fruits. Fresh seafood is also very common. | 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 | Pad thai, tom yam, kway teow reua, som tum, sooan | 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 | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Feijoada, bolinho de bacalhau, fried sardines, caldo verde, pao de queijo and brigadeiros. | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli | Paella, fideuà , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Food stalls, local markets, shophouse restaurants | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | 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! | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | 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. | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 416 listings on Happy Cow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 54 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |