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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Cape Town ๐ฟ๐ฆ
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 4,617,560 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Vietnamese | Vietnamese |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Very high | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - May, September - November | February - May | January, February, October - December |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1549 | $959 | $1167 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $618 | $316 | $503 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $129 | $161 | $151 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $269 | $128 | $134 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $32 | $35 | $39 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $151 | $88 | $72 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $27 | $4 | $4 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $55 | $15 | $20 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $21 | $15 | $13 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $49 | $0 | $0 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $19 | $6 | $3 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $15 | $2 | $4 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $43 | $74 | $89 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $36 | $34 | $57 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $56 | $71 | $57 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $30 | $10 | $21 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | MTN, Vodacom | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 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%. |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Bolt | Grab | Grab, GoViet |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | 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. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | 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 sautรฉed 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. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | 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 |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | 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 |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 24 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow |