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Bangkok ๐น๐ญ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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| Population | 5,680,000 | 6,578,0179 | 8,850,000 | 237,559 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Thai | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Very High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | January - March, November, December | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November | May - September | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $1560 | $2498 | $1867 | $1759 | $1976 |
| Rent | $616 | $1174 | $778 | $717 | $869 |
| Groceries | $191 | $175 | $281 | $148 | $146 |
| Dining out | $168 | $313 | $182 | $280 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $51 | $49 | $45 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $127 | $196 | $159 | $96 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $10 | $25 | $21 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $32 | $78 | $11 | $95 | $38 |
| Taxis | $19 | $44 | $9 | $25 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $49 | $24 | $10 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $46 | $54 | $81 | $45 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $21 | $20 | $20 | $24 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $50 | $82 | $64 | $66 | $66 |
| Gym | $96 | $44 | $69 | $56 | $34 |
| Yoga | $98 | $142 | $65 | $82 | $87 |
| Massage | $11 | $64 | $51 | $48 | $45 |
| SIM card options | AIS | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 10% for restaurants, bars and services | 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 | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Meat and fish dishes, vegetables, noodles and soup | 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. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Pad thai, tom yam, kway teow reua, som tum, sooan | 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 | Paella, fideuร , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Food stalls, local markets, shophouse 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) | 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 | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |