Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Bucharest ๐ท๐ด
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Lisbon ๐ต๐น
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Seoul ๐ฐ๐ท
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Population | 5,585,556 | 1,830,000 | 1,125,316 | 517,000 | 237,559 | 9,963,452 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Romanian | Vietnamese | Portuguese | Portuguese | Korean |
Level of English | High | High | Low | Very high | Very High | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | April - October | February - May | March - May, September, October | May - September | March - May, September - November |
Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | KRW - South Korean won (โฉ) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted almost everywhere (less for AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1351 | $959 | $1984 | $1759 | $2184 |
Rent | $932 | $615 | $316 | $965 | $717 | $797 |
Groceries | $121 | $114 | $161 | $136 | $148 | $356 |
Dining out | $403 | $165 | $128 | $271 | $280 | $211 |
Cafe | $45 | $38 | $35 | $37 | $45 | $69 |
Coworking space | $213 | $133 | $88 | $164 | $96 | $222 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $7 | $4 | $24 | $21 | $40 |
Public transportation | $127 | $21 | $15 | $63 | $95 | $40 |
Taxis | $48 | $9 | $15 | $27 | $25 | $41 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $25 | $0 | $18 | $10 | $13 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $29 | $6 | $29 | $45 | $39 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $29 | $2 | $24 | $24 | $6 |
Nightlife | $112 | $45 | $74 | $47 | $66 | $93 |
Gym | $81 | $30 | $34 | $65 | $56 | $69 |
Yoga | $93 | $59 | $71 | $65 | $82 | $112 |
Massage | $59 | $31 | $10 | $50 | $48 | $75 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Orange | Viettel, Vinafone | Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 5% - 10% at restaurants, 5% - 10% tip for services is appreciated but not expected, round up for taxis | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | 5-10% for restaurants, not common at bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Not customary or expected |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Star Taxi, Uber | Grab | Uber, FreeNow | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Kakao |
Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable |
Overall cuisine | Catalan cuisine makes extensive use of Mediterranean vegetables, legumes mixed with pork in its many varieties, chicken and fish. Regularly mixes sweet and savory flavors in specific dishes. This cuisine is known for being bold in flavor and striking in color, with a variety of specific regional dishes found the culinary hub that is Barcelona. | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | 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 seafood, meats, soup, sausages and famous pastries | 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 | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Sarmale, mฤmฤligฤ, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbฤ de burtฤ, covrig, papanasi | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Bacalhau ร bras, sardinhas, petiscos, leitรฃo, polvo ร lagareiro, pasteis de nata, bifana | 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 | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Tascas, snack bars, seafood restaurants | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 401 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow |