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Budapest ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
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Buenos Aires 🇦🇷
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Hanoi 🇻🇳
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New York City 🇺🇸
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Porto 🇵🇹
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| Population | 1,768,073 | 2,900,000 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 8,323,340 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | Hungarian | Spanish | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | English (de facto) | Portuguese |
| Level of English | High | High | Low | Moderate | Very high | Very High |
| Main airport | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nội Bà i International Airport (HAN) | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | March - June, September - November | September - December | February - May | January, February, October - December | April - June, September - November | May - September |
| Currency | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | USD - US Dollar ($) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | 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 | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $1230 | $1321 | $959 | $1167 | $5431 | $1759 |
| Rent | $499 | $844 | $316 | $503 | $2891 | $717 |
| Groceries | $108 | $98 | $161 | $151 | $383 | $148 |
| Dining out | $202 | $121 | $128 | $134 | $656 | $280 |
| Cafe | $29 | $25 | $35 | $39 | $72 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $120 | $95 | $88 | $72 | $326 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $9 | $11 | $4 | $4 | $45 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $36 | $9 | $15 | $20 | $220 | $95 |
| Taxis | $27 | $9 | $15 | $13 | $78 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $13 | $14 | $0 | $0 | $30 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $24 | $24 | $6 | $3 | $100 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $7 | $4 | $2 | $4 | $74 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $43 | $23 | $74 | $89 | $195 | $66 |
| Gym | $37 | $14 | $34 | $57 | $55 | $56 |
| Yoga | $48 | $19 | $71 | $57 | $197 | $82 |
| Massage | $26 | $10 | $10 | $21 | $109 | $48 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Telenor | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | AT&T, Verizon | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at 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%. | 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Bolt, Fotaxi | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Lyft | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| 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. | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | 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. | 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. |
| Local food specialities | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | 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 | 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 |
| Eat like a local | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafés for maté and facturas | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | 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 |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 47 options on HappyCow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 309 options on HappyCow | 46 options on Happy Cow |