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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Bogota 🇨🇴
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Cape Town 🇿🇦
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Hanoi 🇻🇳
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Seoul 🇰🇷
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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| Population | 3,400,000 | 10,978,360 | 4,617,560 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 6,578,0179 | 237,559 | 9,963,452 | 1,108,700 |
| Official language(s) | German | Spanish | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese | Korean | Georgian |
| Level of English | Very high | Low | Very high | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Very High | Moderate | Low |
| Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | El Dorado International Airport (BOG) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nội Bà i International Airport (HAN) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
| Most common months to visit | May - September | January - March, December | March - May, September - November | February - May | January, February, October - December | March - May, September - November | May - September | March - May, September - November | March - June |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2200 | $1097 | $1549 | $959 | $1167 | $2498 | $1759 | $2184 | $1462 |
| Rent | $939 | $480 | $618 | $316 | $503 | $1174 | $717 | $797 | $752 |
| Groceries | $188 | $82 | $129 | $161 | $151 | $175 | $148 | $356 | $112 |
| Dining out | $271 | $174 | $269 | $128 | $134 | $313 | $280 | $211 | $169 |
| Cafe | $57 | $22 | $32 | $35 | $39 | $51 | $45 | $69 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $174 | $77 | $151 | $88 | $72 | $196 | $96 | $222 | $125 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $11 | $27 | $4 | $4 | $10 | $21 | $40 | $4 |
| Public transportation | $88 | $23 | $55 | $15 | $20 | $78 | $95 | $40 | $8 |
| Taxis | $58 | $28 | $21 | $15 | $13 | $44 | $25 | $41 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $17 | $49 | $0 | $0 | $49 | $10 | $13 | $27 |
| Sport and cultural events | $64 | $22 | $19 | $6 | $3 | $54 | $45 | $39 | $21 |
| Museums and sights | $37 | $7 | $15 | $2 | $4 | $20 | $24 | $6 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $63 | $46 | $43 | $74 | $89 | $82 | $66 | $93 | $53 |
| Gym | $66 | $15 | $36 | $34 | $57 | $44 | $56 | $69 | $33 |
| Yoga | $99 | $57 | $56 | $71 | $57 | $142 | $82 | $112 | $37 |
| Massage | $56 | $37 | $30 | $10 | $21 | $64 | $48 | $75 | $53 |
| SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Tigo, Movistar, Claro | MTN, Vodacom | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
| Tipping | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10% service included in all bills, not required or expected at bars without table service | 10 - 15% at restaurants, round up elsewhere | 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%. | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Not customary or expected | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
| Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Cabify | Uber, Bolt | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Kakao | Yandex, Bolt |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Latin American. Dishes with beef, pork and chicken are often mixed with flour-based foods and fruity desserts. Heavy influence from the Andes and other Colombian regions. | South African cuisine has been shaped by a long history of Dutch, Malay, British and Indian settlements, making the food diverse and strong in flavor. There is a strong emphasis on game in all of its different forms, as well as spicy sauces and sautéed vegetables and dry-cured meats. Creamy desserts and liqueurs compliment large and flavorful meals. | 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. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. | 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 | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Arepas, ajiaco santaferense, buñuelos, patacones, té de coca, changua | Bitlong and droewors, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bobotie, melkert, gatsby, bunny chow | 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 | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
| Eat like a local | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local family restaurants and those from other regions. Menú del dÃa. Community markets and sports bars. | Cape Malay shacks, food trucks, street food joints, local grills, small bakeries and food markets | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | 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! | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 104 options on Happy Cow | 24 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow |