Bangkok ๐น๐ญ
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Bucharest ๐ท๐ด
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Chiang Mai ๐น๐ญ
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Tbilisi ๐ฌ๐ช
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Population | 5,680,000 | 1,830,000 | 1,166,978 | 1,125,316 | 6,578,0179 | 8,850,000 | 237,559 | 1,108,700 |
Official language(s) | Thai | Romanian | Thai | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Georgian |
Level of English | Low | High | Low | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Very High | Low |
Main airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
Most common months to visit | January - March, November, December | April - October | November - April | February - May | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November | May - September | March - June |
Currency | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | GEL - Georgian Lari (โพ) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $1560 | $1351 | $974 | $959 | $2498 | $1867 | $1759 | $1462 |
Rent | $616 | $615 | $274 | $316 | $1174 | $778 | $717 | $752 |
Groceries | $191 | $114 | $169 | $161 | $175 | $281 | $148 | $112 |
Dining out | $168 | $165 | $108 | $128 | $313 | $182 | $280 | $169 |
Cafe | $45 | $38 | $45 | $35 | $51 | $49 | $45 | $45 |
Coworking space | $127 | $133 | $95 | $88 | $196 | $159 | $96 | $125 |
Mobile internet | $23 | $7 | $11 | $4 | $10 | $25 | $21 | $4 |
Public transportation | $32 | $21 | $60 | $15 | $78 | $11 | $95 | $8 |
Taxis | $19 | $9 | $20 | $15 | $44 | $9 | $25 | $14 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $25 | $10 | $0 | $49 | $24 | $10 | $27 |
Sport and cultural events | $46 | $29 | $8 | $6 | $54 | $81 | $45 | $21 |
Museums and sights | $21 | $29 | $8 | $2 | $20 | $20 | $24 | $9 |
Nightlife | $50 | $45 | $62 | $74 | $82 | $64 | $66 | $53 |
Gym | $96 | $30 | $41 | $34 | $44 | $69 | $56 | $33 |
Yoga | $98 | $59 | $55 | $71 | $142 | $65 | $82 | $37 |
Massage | $11 | $31 | $10 | $10 | $64 | $51 | $48 | $53 |
SIM card options | AIS | Vodafone, Orange | AIS, DTAC | Viettel, Vinafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
Tipping | 10% for restaurants, bars and services | 5% - 10% at restaurants, 5% - 10% tip for services is appreciated but not expected, round up for taxis | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafรฉs. |
Taxi apps | Grab | Star Taxi, Uber | Grab | Grab | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Yandex, Bolt |
Tap water | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable |
Overall cuisine | Meat and fish dishes, vegetables, noodles and soup | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | Combines salty, sweet, spicy and sour flavors to create bold and colorful dishes. Meals typically include a mixture of meat and seafood dishes, as well as noodles or soups recipes. Strong emphasis on local spices and vegetables. | 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. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | 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. |
Local food specialities | Pad thai, tom yam, kway teow reua, som tum, sooan | Sarmale, mฤmฤligฤ, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbฤ de burtฤ, covrig, papanasi | Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua | 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 madrileรฑa, churros | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
Eat like a local | Food stalls, local markets, shophouse restaurants | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food | 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! | Markets, food stalls, menรบ del dรญa (cheap set lunch menus) | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 416 listings on Happy Cow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 90 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow |