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Budapest ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Hanoi 🇻🇳
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Sofia 🇧🇬
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| Population | 1,768,073 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 237,559 | 1,270,169 |
| Official language(s) | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Portuguese | Bulgarian |
| Level of English | High | Low | Moderate | Very High | High |
| Main airport | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nội Bà i International Airport (HAN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) |
| Most common months to visit | March - June, September - November | February - May | January, February, October - December | May - September | April-June, September-October |
| Currency | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (лв) |
| Credit cards | 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 | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $1230 | $959 | $1167 | $1759 | $1289 |
| Rent | $499 | $316 | $503 | $717 | $567 |
| Groceries | $108 | $161 | $151 | $148 | $10 |
| Dining out | $202 | $128 | $134 | $280 | $227 |
| Cafe | $29 | $35 | $39 | $45 | $27 |
| Coworking space | $120 | $88 | $72 | $96 | $140 |
| Mobile internet | $9 | $4 | $4 | $21 | $10 |
| Public transportation | $36 | $15 | $20 | $95 | $30 |
| Taxis | $27 | $15 | $13 | $25 | $12 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $13 | $0 | $0 | $10 | $40 |
| Sport and cultural events | $24 | $6 | $3 | $45 | $18 |
| Museums and sights | $7 | $2 | $4 | $24 | $12 |
| Nightlife | $43 | $74 | $89 | $66 | $82 |
| Gym | $37 | $34 | $57 | $56 | $23 |
| Yoga | $48 | $71 | $57 | $82 | $62 |
| Massage | $26 | $10 | $21 | $48 | $29 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | A1, Telenor, Vivacom |
| Tipping | 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%. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafés |
| Taxi apps | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | TaxiMe, TaxiStars |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | 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. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Vegetables and mild spices are often mixed with dairy products to create rich chicken and pork products. Seafood dishes also popular in some regions of the country, making them popular in the capital. |
| Local food specialities | 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 | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator |
| Eat like a local | 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 | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 47 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow |