Bangkok ๐น๐ญ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Lisbon ๐ต๐น
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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New York City ๐บ๐ธ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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Population | 5,680,000 | 3,400,000 | 1,125,316 | 517,000 | 6,578,0179 | 8,850,000 | 8,323,340 | 237,559 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Thai | German | Vietnamese | Portuguese | Spanish | Spanish | English (de facto) | Portuguese | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | Low | Very high | Low | Very high | Moderate | Moderate | Very high | Very High | Moderate |
Main airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | January - March, November, December | May - September | February - May | March - May, September, October | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - June, September, October |
Currency | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | USD - US Dollar ($) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted almost everywhere (less for AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $1560 | $2200 | $959 | $1984 | $2498 | $1867 | $5431 | $1759 | $1976 |
Rent | $616 | $939 | $316 | $965 | $1174 | $778 | $2891 | $717 | $869 |
Groceries | $191 | $188 | $161 | $136 | $175 | $281 | $383 | $148 | $146 |
Dining out | $168 | $271 | $128 | $271 | $313 | $182 | $656 | $280 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $35 | $37 | $51 | $49 | $72 | $45 | $42 |
Coworking space | $127 | $174 | $88 | $164 | $196 | $159 | $326 | $96 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $23 | $23 | $4 | $24 | $10 | $25 | $45 | $21 | $16 |
Public transportation | $32 | $88 | $15 | $63 | $78 | $11 | $220 | $95 | $38 |
Taxis | $19 | $58 | $15 | $27 | $44 | $9 | $78 | $25 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $17 | $0 | $18 | $49 | $24 | $30 | $10 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $46 | $64 | $6 | $29 | $54 | $81 | $100 | $45 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $21 | $37 | $2 | $24 | $20 | $20 | $74 | $24 | $44 |
Nightlife | $50 | $63 | $74 | $47 | $82 | $64 | $195 | $66 | $66 |
Gym | $96 | $66 | $34 | $65 | $44 | $69 | $55 | $56 | $34 |
Yoga | $98 | $99 | $71 | $65 | $142 | $65 | $197 | $82 | $87 |
Massage | $11 | $56 | $10 | $50 | $64 | $51 | $109 | $48 | $45 |
SIM card options | AIS | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Viettel, Vinafone | Vodafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | AT&T, Verizon | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | 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 | 5-10% for restaurants, not common at bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Grab | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Uber, FreeNow | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber | Uber, Lyft | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | 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 seafood, meats, soup, sausages and famous pastries | 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 | 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. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
Local food specialities | Pad thai, tom yam, kway teow reua, som tum, sooan | Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Bacalhau ร bras, sardinhas, petiscos, leitรฃo, polvo ร lagareiro, pasteis de nata, bifana | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Pizza, clam chowder, bagels, corned beef, pastrami, cheesecake, hot dogs, and hundred of other international food options. | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Paella, fideuร , 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 | Tascas, snack bars, seafood restaurants | 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, menรบ del dรญa (cheap set lunch menus) | Delis, local pizza shops, street food stalls and food trucks, food markets, local bakeries and smaller, authentic international cuisine restaurants | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports 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 | 401 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 309 options on HappyCow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |