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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Budapest ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Hanoi 🇻🇳
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Porto 🇵🇹
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,768,073 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 6,578,0179 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese |
| Level of English | High | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Very High |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nội Bà i International Airport (HAN) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | March - June, September - November | February - May | January, February, October - December | March - May, September - November | May - September |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1230 | $959 | $1167 | $2498 | $1759 |
| Rent | $932 | $499 | $316 | $503 | $1174 | $717 |
| Groceries | $121 | $108 | $161 | $151 | $175 | $148 |
| Dining out | $403 | $202 | $128 | $134 | $313 | $280 |
| Cafe | $45 | $29 | $35 | $39 | $51 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $120 | $88 | $72 | $196 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $9 | $4 | $4 | $10 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $36 | $15 | $20 | $78 | $95 |
| Taxis | $48 | $27 | $15 | $13 | $44 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $13 | $0 | $0 | $49 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $6 | $3 | $54 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $7 | $2 | $4 | $20 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $43 | $74 | $89 | $82 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $37 | $34 | $57 | $44 | $56 |
| Yoga | $93 | $48 | $71 | $57 | $142 | $82 |
| Massage | $59 | $26 | $10 | $21 | $64 | $48 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | 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. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | 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. | 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. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | 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 | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | 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! | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 47 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |