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Population 3,400,000 1,125,316 15,520,000 517,000 8,850,000 237,559 9,963,452
Official language(s) German Vietnamese Turkish Portuguese Spanish Portuguese Korean
Level of English Very high Low Low Very high Moderate Very High Moderate
Main airport Berlin Tegel (TXL) Da Nang International Airport (DAD) Istanbul Airport (IST) Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) Mexico City International Airport (MEX) Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Most common months to visit May - September February - May April - June, September and October March - May, September, October March - May, October, November May - September March - May, September - November
Currency EUR - Euro (€) VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) EUR - Euro (€) MXN - Mexican Peso ($) EUR - Euro (€) KRW - South Korean won (₩)
Credit cards Accepted in some places but cash often preferred Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. Accepted in most places Accepted almost everywhere (less for AMEX) Widely accepted (less with AMEX) Accepted everywhere Accepted everywhere
Remote worker visa Yes No No Yes Yes Yes No
Average monthly costs $2200 $959 $659 $1984 $1867 $1759 $2184
Rent $939 $316 $354 $965 $778 $717 $797
Groceries $188 $161 $44 $136 $281 $148 $356
Dining out $271 $128 $81 $271 $182 $280 $211
Cafe $57 $35 $18 $37 $49 $45 $69
Coworking space $174 $88 $49 $164 $159 $96 $222
Mobile internet $23 $4 $3 $24 $25 $21 $40
Public transportation $88 $15 $6 $63 $11 $95 $40
Taxis $58 $15 $6 $27 $9 $25 $41
Shared bicycles and scooters $17 $0 $2 $18 $24 $10 $13
Sport and cultural events $64 $6 $11 $29 $81 $45 $39
Museums and sights $37 $2 $15 $24 $20 $24 $6
Nightlife $63 $74 $22 $47 $64 $66 $93
Gym $66 $34 $9 $65 $69 $56 $69
Yoga $99 $71 $23 $65 $65 $82 $112
Massage $56 $10 $15 $50 $51 $48 $75
SIM card options Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone Viettel, Vinafone Turkcell, Turk Telekom Vodafone Telcel, Movistar Vodafone, MEO, NOS KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus
Tipping Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars 5-10% for restaurants, not common at bars 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars Not customary or expected
Taxi apps Mytaxi, Uber Grab BiTaksi Uber, FreeNow Uber Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify Uber, Kakao
Tap water Drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable 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 fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish Fresh seafood, meats, soup, sausages and famous pastries Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese 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.
Local food specialities Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight Bacalhau à bras, sardinhas, petiscos, leitão, polvo à lagareiro, pasteis de nata, bifana Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas 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
Eat like a local Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee Tascas, snack bars, seafood restaurants Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets
Vegetarian / vegan options 844 listings on Happy Cow 107 options on HappyCow 59 listings on Happy Cow 401 listings on Happy Cow 279 listings on Happy Cow 46 options on Happy Cow 57 options on Happy Cow