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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Lviv 🇺🇦
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Population | 5,680,000 | 5,585,556 | 1,830,000 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 731,387 | 8,850,000 | 1,305,737 |
Official language(s) | Thai | Catalan, Spanish | Romanian | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Ukrainian | Spanish | Czech |
Level of English | Low | High | High | Low | Moderate | Low | Moderate | High |
Main airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | Lviv Danylo Halytskyi International Airport (LWO) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) |
Most common months to visit | January - March, November, December | April - June, September - November | April - October | February - May | January, February, October - December | May - September | March - May, October, November | June - October |
Currency | THB - Thai Baht (฿) | EUR - Euro (€) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | UAH - Ukrainian Hryvnia (₴) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted almost everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) |
Remote worker visa | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $1560 | $2384 | $1351 | $959 | $1167 | $922 | $1867 | $1806 |
Rent | $616 | $932 | $615 | $316 | $503 | $400 | $778 | $780 |
Groceries | $191 | $121 | $114 | $161 | $151 | $91 | $281 | $158 |
Dining out | $168 | $403 | $165 | $128 | $134 | $151 | $182 | $240 |
Cafe | $45 | $45 | $38 | $35 | $39 | $21 | $49 | $53 |
Coworking space | $127 | $213 | $133 | $88 | $72 | $79 | $159 | $175 |
Mobile internet | $23 | $10 | $7 | $4 | $4 | $4 | $25 | $24 |
Public transportation | $32 | $127 | $21 | $15 | $20 | $5 | $11 | $61 |
Taxis | $19 | $48 | $9 | $15 | $13 | $12 | $9 | $33 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $24 | $25 | $0 | $0 | $16 | $24 | $19 |
Sport and cultural events | $46 | $81 | $29 | $6 | $3 | $13 | $81 | $19 |
Museums and sights | $21 | $33 | $29 | $2 | $4 | $9 | $20 | $35 |
Nightlife | $50 | $112 | $45 | $74 | $89 | $43 | $64 | $50 |
Gym | $96 | $81 | $30 | $34 | $57 | $22 | $69 | $56 |
Yoga | $98 | $93 | $59 | $71 | $57 | $30 | $65 | $66 |
Massage | $11 | $59 | $31 | $10 | $21 | $27 | $51 | $37 |
SIM card options | AIS | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Orange | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Vodafone, Kyivstar | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, T-Mobile |
Tipping | 10% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 5% - 10% at restaurants, 5% - 10% tip for services is appreciated but not expected, round up for taxis | 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% in restaurants, not expected elsewhere | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere |
Taxi apps | Grab | Cabify, FreeNow | Star Taxi, Uber | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Uklon | Uber | Uber, Liftago |
Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | 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. | Slavic. Emphasis on frilled meats combined with potatoes, carrots, pickles and cabbage. Creamy deserts often elaborated with cottage cheese. Lviv enjoys culinary influences from Kiev (traditional with an emphasis on chicken) and Odessa (various seafood dishes). | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | 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 | Sarmale, mămăligă, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbă de burtă, covrig, papanasi | 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 | Lviv cheesecake, fish Zupa, Tsivikli, Karmanadli, Banosh, Borscht, Salo, Syrnyky | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | 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 | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Local grills, themed taverns, local breweries, small bakeries | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 416 listings on Happy Cow | 98 options on HappyCow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 9 options on HappyCow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow |