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Bangkok ๐น๐ญ
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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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| Population | 5,680,000 | 5,585,556 | 1,125,316 | 144,900 | 8,850,000 |
| Official language(s) | Thai | Catalan, Spanish | Vietnamese | Greek | Spanish |
| Level of English | Low | High | Low | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) |
| Most common months to visit | January - March, November, December | April - June, September - November | February - May | March - May, October - December | March - May, October, November |
| Currency | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $1560 | $2384 | $959 | $1959 | $1867 |
| Rent | $616 | $932 | $316 | $678 | $778 |
| Groceries | $191 | $121 | $161 | $157 | $281 |
| Dining out | $168 | $403 | $128 | $261 | $182 |
| Cafe | $45 | $45 | $35 | $56 | $49 |
| Coworking space | $127 | $213 | $88 | $209 | $159 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $10 | $4 | $35 | $25 |
| Public transportation | $32 | $127 | $15 | $63 | $11 |
| Taxis | $19 | $48 | $15 | $42 | $9 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $24 | $0 | $45 | $24 |
| Sport and cultural events | $46 | $81 | $6 | $28 | $81 |
| Museums and sights | $21 | $33 | $2 | $8 | $20 |
| Nightlife | $50 | $112 | $74 | $110 | $64 |
| Gym | $96 | $81 | $34 | $107 | $69 |
| Yoga | $98 | $93 | $71 | $105 | $65 |
| Massage | $11 | $59 | $10 | $54 | $51 |
| SIM card options | AIS | Vodafone, Movistar | Viettel, Vinafone | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Telcel, Movistar |
| Tipping | 10% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Cabify, FreeNow | Grab | nTaxi | Uber |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | 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. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese |
| Local food specialities | Pad thai, tom yam, kway teow reua, som tum, sooan | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas |
| Eat like a local | Food stalls, local markets, shophouse restaurants | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Markets, food stalls, menรบ del dรญa (cheap set lunch menus) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 416 listings on Happy Cow | 98 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 279 listings on Happy Cow |