Budapest vs Chiang Mai vs Da Nang vs Hanoi vs Madrid vs New York City

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Population 1,768,073 1,166,978 1,125,316 8,053,663 6,578,0179 8,323,340
Official language(s) Hungarian Thai Vietnamese Vietnamese Spanish English (de facto)
Level of English High Low Low Moderate Moderate Very high
Main airport Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) Da Nang International Airport (DAD) Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Most common months to visit March - June, September - November November - April February - May January, February, October - December March - May, September - November April - June, September - November
Currency HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) THB - Thai Baht (฿) VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) EUR - Euro (€) USD - US Dollar ($)
Credit cards Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. Accepted everywhere Accepted everywhere
Remote worker visa No No No No Yes No
Average monthly costs $1230 $974 $959 $1167 $2498 $5431
Rent $499 $274 $316 $503 $1174 $2891
Groceries $108 $169 $161 $151 $175 $383
Dining out $202 $108 $128 $134 $313 $656
Cafe $29 $45 $35 $39 $51 $72
Coworking space $120 $95 $88 $72 $196 $326
Mobile internet $9 $11 $4 $4 $10 $45
Public transportation $36 $60 $15 $20 $78 $220
Taxis $27 $20 $15 $13 $44 $78
Shared bicycles and scooters $13 $10 $0 $0 $49 $30
Sport and cultural events $24 $8 $6 $3 $54 $100
Museums and sights $7 $8 $2 $4 $20 $74
Nightlife $43 $62 $74 $89 $82 $195
Gym $37 $41 $34 $57 $44 $55
Yoga $48 $55 $71 $57 $142 $197
Massage $26 $10 $10 $21 $64 $109
SIM card options Vodafone, Telenor AIS, DTAC Viettel, Vinafone Viettel, Mobifone Orange, Movistar, Vodafone AT&T, Verizon
Tipping 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere 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. 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars
Taxi apps Bolt, Fotaxi Grab Grab Grab, GoViet Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now Uber, Lyft
Tap water Drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable Drinkable
Overall cuisine Magyar cuisine makes extensive use of creams, cheeses and sauces primarily in beef, chicken and pork dishes, mixed with seasonal vegetables, fruits and rich desserts. Combines salty, sweet, spicy and sour flavors to create bold and colorful dishes. Meals typically include a mixture of meat and seafood dishes, as well as noodles or soups recipes. Strong emphasis on local spices and vegetables. 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. American. Emphasis on comfort and fast food, with some good seafood dishes. Influence from other regions of the US, North America and the world make NYC a cosmopolitan and international cuisine hub that is incredibly diverse.
Local food specialities Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua 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 madrileña, churros Pizza, clam chowder, bagels, corned beef, pastrami, cheesecake, hot dogs, and hundred of other international food options.
Eat like a local Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food 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! Delis, local pizza shops, street food stalls and food trucks, food markets, local bakeries and smaller, authentic international cuisine restaurants
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