Budapest vs Chiang Mai vs Da Nang vs Larnaca vs Madrid vs New York City vs Porto vs Rio de Janeiro

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Population 1,768,073 1,166,978 1,125,316 144,900 6,578,0179 8,323,340 237,559 6,718,903
Official language(s) Hungarian Thai Vietnamese Greek Spanish English (de facto) Portuguese Portuguese
Level of English High Low Low High Moderate Very high Very High Low
Main airport Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) Da Nang International Airport (DAD) Larnaca International Airport (LCA) Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) Galeão International Airport
Most common months to visit March - June, September - November November - April February - May March - May, October - December March - May, September - November April - June, September - November May - September January - March, December
Currency HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) THB - Thai Baht (฿) VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) EUR - Euro (€) EUR - Euro (€) USD - US Dollar ($) EUR - Euro (€) BRL - Brazilian Real (R$)
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 everywhere Accepted everywhere Accepted everywhere Accepted everywhere Accepted everywhere
Remote worker visa No No No No Yes No Yes No
Average monthly costs $1230 $974 $959 $1959 $2498 $5431 $1759 $1833
Rent $499 $274 $316 $678 $1174 $2891 $717 $1066
Groceries $108 $169 $161 $157 $175 $383 $148 $95
Dining out $202 $108 $128 $261 $313 $656 $280 $210
Cafe $29 $45 $35 $56 $51 $72 $45 $25
Coworking space $120 $95 $88 $209 $196 $326 $96 $130
Mobile internet $9 $11 $4 $35 $10 $45 $21 $7
Public transportation $36 $60 $15 $63 $78 $220 $95 $33
Taxis $27 $20 $15 $42 $44 $78 $25 $14
Shared bicycles and scooters $13 $10 $0 $45 $49 $30 $10 $16
Sport and cultural events $24 $8 $6 $28 $54 $100 $45 $55
Museums and sights $7 $8 $2 $8 $20 $74 $24 $26
Nightlife $43 $62 $74 $110 $82 $195 $66 $54
Gym $37 $41 $34 $107 $44 $55 $56 $31
Yoga $48 $55 $71 $105 $142 $197 $82 $40
Massage $26 $10 $10 $54 $64 $109 $48 $32
SIM card options Vodafone, Telenor AIS, DTAC Viettel, Vinafone Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN Orange, Movistar, Vodafone AT&T, Verizon Vodafone, MEO, NOS Tim, Claro, Vivo
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 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars 10% usually included in restaurants, 10% at bars and cafes with table service is common
Taxi apps Bolt, Fotaxi Grab Grab nTaxi Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now Uber, Lyft Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber
Tap water Drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable Drinkable Drinkable Not 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. Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. 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. A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. Emphasis on rice, beans, pork and beef with a variety of root vegetables and fresh fruits. Fresh seafood is also very common.
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 Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka 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. Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa Feijoada, bolinho de bacalhau, fried sardines, caldo verde, pao de queijo and brigadeiros.
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 Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. 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 Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars The "snack capital" of Brazil, Rio is a perfect place to try street food as well as the wide varieties of small, traditional eateries and churrascarias easily found across the city.
Vegetarian / vegan options 47 options on HappyCow 90 options on HappyCow 107 options on HappyCow 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available 85 listings on Happy Cow 309 options on HappyCow 46 options on Happy Cow 54 options on Happy Cow