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Population 3,400,000 1,125,316 15,520,000 2,427,000 8,850,000 880,691 9,963,452
Official language(s) German Vietnamese Turkish Spanish Spanish Spanish Korean
Level of English Very high Low Low Low Moderate Low Moderate
Main airport Berlin Tegel (TXL) Da Nang International Airport (DAD) Istanbul Airport (IST) José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) Mexico City International Airport (MEX) Tocumen International Airport (PTY) Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Most common months to visit May - September February - May April - June, September and October January - April, December March - May, October, November December - April March - May, September - November
Currency EUR - Euro (€) VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) COP - Colombian Peso ($) MXN - Mexican Peso ($) PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) 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 in some places Widely accepted (less with AMEX) Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. Accepted everywhere
Remote worker visa Yes No No No Yes Yes No
Average monthly costs $2200 $959 $659 $1293 $1867 $2359 $2184
Rent $939 $316 $354 $732 $778 $1036 $797
Groceries $188 $161 $44 $87 $281 $236 $356
Dining out $271 $128 $81 $131 $182 $371 $211
Cafe $57 $35 $18 $18 $49 $43 $69
Coworking space $174 $88 $49 $96 $159 $157 $222
Mobile internet $23 $4 $3 $16 $25 $21 $40
Public transportation $88 $15 $6 $21 $11 $12 $40
Taxis $58 $15 $6 $14 $9 $48 $41
Shared bicycles and scooters $17 $0 $2 $0 $24 $0 $13
Sport and cultural events $64 $6 $11 $8 $81 $35 $39
Museums and sights $37 $2 $15 $9 $20 $9 $6
Nightlife $63 $74 $22 $73 $64 $117 $93
Gym $66 $34 $9 $15 $69 $37 $69
Yoga $99 $71 $23 $54 $65 $163 $112
Massage $56 $10 $15 $20 $51 $75 $75
SIM card options Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone Viettel, Vinafone Turkcell, Turk Telekom Claro, Tigo Telcel, Movistar Claro, Movistar 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 Tip 10% in restaurants 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere Not customary or expected
Taxi apps Mytaxi, Uber Grab BiTaksi EasyTaxi Uber Uber, Tu Chofer Uber, Kakao
Tap water Drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable Not 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 A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese 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. 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 Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja 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 Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks 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 153 listings on Happy Cow 279 listings on Happy Cow 7 options on HappyCow 57 options on Happy Cow