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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Seoul ๐ฐ๐ท
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Sofia ๐ง๐ฌ
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| Population | 3,400,000 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 6,578,0179 | 237,559 | 9,963,452 | 1,270,169 |
| Official language(s) | German | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese | Korean | Bulgarian |
| Level of English | Very high | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Very High | Moderate | High |
| Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) |
| Most common months to visit | May - September | February - May | January, February, October - December | March - May, September - November | May - September | March - May, September - November | April-June, September-October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | KRW - South Korean won (โฉ) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (ะปะฒ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | 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 | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2200 | $959 | $1167 | $2498 | $1759 | $2184 | $1289 |
| Rent | $939 | $316 | $503 | $1174 | $717 | $797 | $567 |
| Groceries | $188 | $161 | $151 | $175 | $148 | $356 | $10 |
| Dining out | $271 | $128 | $134 | $313 | $280 | $211 | $227 |
| Cafe | $57 | $35 | $39 | $51 | $45 | $69 | $27 |
| Coworking space | $174 | $88 | $72 | $196 | $96 | $222 | $140 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $4 | $4 | $10 | $21 | $40 | $10 |
| Public transportation | $88 | $15 | $20 | $78 | $95 | $40 | $30 |
| Taxis | $58 | $15 | $13 | $44 | $25 | $41 | $12 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $0 | $0 | $49 | $10 | $13 | $40 |
| Sport and cultural events | $64 | $6 | $3 | $54 | $45 | $39 | $18 |
| Museums and sights | $37 | $2 | $4 | $20 | $24 | $6 | $12 |
| Nightlife | $63 | $74 | $89 | $82 | $66 | $93 | $82 |
| Gym | $66 | $34 | $57 | $44 | $56 | $69 | $23 |
| Yoga | $99 | $71 | $57 | $142 | $82 | $112 | $62 |
| Massage | $56 | $10 | $21 | $64 | $48 | $75 | $29 |
| SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | A1, Telenor, Vivacom |
| Tipping | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 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% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafรฉs |
| Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Kakao | TaxiMe, TaxiStars |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | 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. | Vegetables and mild spices are often mixed with dairy products to create rich chicken and pork products. Seafood dishes also popular in some regions of the country, making them popular in the capital. |
| Local food specialities | Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | 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 madrileรฑa, 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 | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator |
| Eat like a local | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | 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 | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow |