Berlin vs Da Nang vs Hanoi vs Madrid vs Porto vs Seoul vs Tbilisi

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Madrid ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Seoul ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท
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Population 3,400,000 1,125,316 8,053,663 6,578,0179 237,559 9,963,452 1,108,700
Official language(s) German Vietnamese Vietnamese Spanish Portuguese Korean Georgian
Level of English Very high Low Moderate Moderate Very High Moderate Low
Main airport Berlin Tegel (TXL) Da Nang International Airport (DAD) Nแป™i Bร i International Airport (HAN) Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) Incheon International Airport (ICN) Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
Most common months to visit May - September February - May January, February, October - December March - May, September - November May - September March - May, September - November March - June
Currency EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ) VND - Vietnamese Dong (โ‚ซ) VND - Vietnamese Dong (โ‚ซ) EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ) EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ) KRW - South Korean won (โ‚ฉ) GEL - Georgian Lari (โ‚พ)
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 Yes
Average monthly costs $2200 $959 $1167 $2498 $1759 $2184 $1462
Rent $939 $316 $503 $1174 $717 $797 $752
Groceries $188 $161 $151 $175 $148 $356 $112
Dining out $271 $128 $134 $313 $280 $211 $169
Cafe $57 $35 $39 $51 $45 $69 $45
Coworking space $174 $88 $72 $196 $96 $222 $125
Mobile internet $23 $4 $4 $10 $21 $40 $4
Public transportation $88 $15 $20 $78 $95 $40 $8
Taxis $58 $15 $13 $44 $25 $41 $14
Shared bicycles and scooters $17 $0 $0 $49 $10 $13 $27
Sport and cultural events $64 $6 $3 $54 $45 $39 $21
Museums and sights $37 $2 $4 $20 $24 $6 $9
Nightlife $63 $74 $89 $82 $66 $93 $53
Gym $66 $34 $57 $44 $56 $69 $33
Yoga $99 $71 $57 $142 $82 $112 $37
Massage $56 $10 $21 $64 $48 $75 $53
SIM card options Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone 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 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 cafรฉs.
Taxi apps Mytaxi, Uber Grab Grab, GoViet Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify Uber, Kakao Yandex, Bolt
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. 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, 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 Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli
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 Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars
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 10 options on Happy Cow