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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Cape Town 🇿🇦
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Medellin 🇨🇴
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Sofia 🇧🇬
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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| Population | 3,400,000 | 4,617,560 | 1,125,316 | 6,578,0179 | 2,427,000 | 237,559 | 1,270,169 | 1,108,700 |
| Official language(s) | German | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Bulgarian | Georgian |
| Level of English | Very high | Very high | Low | Moderate | Low | Very High | High | Low |
| Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
| Most common months to visit | May - September | March - May, September - November | February - May | March - May, September - November | January - April, December | May - September | April-June, September-October | March - June |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (лв) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
| Credit cards | 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 everywhere | Accepted in some places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2200 | $1549 | $959 | $2498 | $1293 | $1759 | $1289 | $1462 |
| Rent | $939 | $618 | $316 | $1174 | $732 | $717 | $567 | $752 |
| Groceries | $188 | $129 | $161 | $175 | $87 | $148 | $10 | $112 |
| Dining out | $271 | $269 | $128 | $313 | $131 | $280 | $227 | $169 |
| Cafe | $57 | $32 | $35 | $51 | $18 | $45 | $27 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $174 | $151 | $88 | $196 | $96 | $96 | $140 | $125 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $27 | $4 | $10 | $16 | $21 | $10 | $4 |
| Public transportation | $88 | $55 | $15 | $78 | $21 | $95 | $30 | $8 |
| Taxis | $58 | $21 | $15 | $44 | $14 | $25 | $12 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $49 | $0 | $49 | $0 | $10 | $40 | $27 |
| Sport and cultural events | $64 | $19 | $6 | $54 | $8 | $45 | $18 | $21 |
| Museums and sights | $37 | $15 | $2 | $20 | $9 | $24 | $12 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $63 | $43 | $74 | $82 | $73 | $66 | $82 | $53 |
| Gym | $66 | $36 | $34 | $44 | $15 | $56 | $23 | $33 |
| Yoga | $99 | $56 | $71 | $142 | $54 | $82 | $62 | $37 |
| Massage | $56 | $30 | $10 | $64 | $20 | $48 | $29 | $53 |
| SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | MTN, Vodacom | Viettel, Vinafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Claro, Tigo | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | A1, Telenor, Vivacom | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
| Tipping | 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 customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | Tip 10% in restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafés | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
| Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Bolt | Grab | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | EasyTaxi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | TaxiMe, TaxiStars | Yandex, Bolt |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | 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 sautéed 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. | 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 blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | 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. | 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, spätzle, königsberger 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 | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
| Eat like a local | 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 | 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! | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 24 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow |