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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Budapest ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Panama City 🇵🇦
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Porto 🇵🇹
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| Population | 3,400,000 | 1,768,073 | 1,125,316 | 6,578,0179 | 880,691 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | German | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese |
| Level of English | Very high | High | Low | Moderate | Low | Very High |
| Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | May - September | March - June, September - November | February - May | March - May, September - November | December - April | May - September |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2200 | $1230 | $959 | $2498 | $2359 | $1759 |
| Rent | $939 | $499 | $316 | $1174 | $1036 | $717 |
| Groceries | $188 | $108 | $161 | $175 | $236 | $148 |
| Dining out | $271 | $202 | $128 | $313 | $371 | $280 |
| Cafe | $57 | $29 | $35 | $51 | $43 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $174 | $120 | $88 | $196 | $157 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $9 | $4 | $10 | $21 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $88 | $36 | $15 | $78 | $12 | $95 |
| Taxis | $58 | $27 | $15 | $44 | $48 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $13 | $0 | $49 | $0 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $64 | $24 | $6 | $54 | $35 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $37 | $7 | $2 | $20 | $9 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $63 | $43 | $74 | $82 | $117 | $66 |
| Gym | $66 | $37 | $34 | $44 | $37 | $56 |
| Yoga | $99 | $48 | $71 | $142 | $163 | $82 |
| Massage | $56 | $26 | $10 | $64 | $75 | $48 |
| SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Vinafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Claro, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, Tu Chofer | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Magyar cuisine makes extensive use of creams, cheeses and sauces primarily in beef, chicken and pork dishes, mixed with seasonal vegetables, fruits and rich desserts. | 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. | Latin American. Emphasis on rice, beans, coconut, and local fruits and vegetables. Pork and beef are regularly used and influence from the islands gives seafood dishes a prominent spot in Panamanian cuisine. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
| Local food specialities | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | 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 madrileña, churros | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
| Eat like a local | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | 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! | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 47 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow | 46 options on Happy Cow |