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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Budapest ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Seoul 🇰🇷
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,768,073 | 1,125,316 | 8,850,000 | 9,963,452 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Spanish | Korean |
| Level of English | High | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | March - June, September - November | February - May | March - May, October, November | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1230 | $959 | $1867 | $2184 |
| Rent | $932 | $499 | $316 | $778 | $797 |
| Groceries | $121 | $108 | $161 | $281 | $356 |
| Dining out | $403 | $202 | $128 | $182 | $211 |
| Cafe | $45 | $29 | $35 | $49 | $69 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $120 | $88 | $159 | $222 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $9 | $4 | $25 | $40 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $36 | $15 | $11 | $40 |
| Taxis | $48 | $27 | $15 | $9 | $41 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $13 | $0 | $24 | $13 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $6 | $81 | $39 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $7 | $2 | $20 | $6 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $43 | $74 | $64 | $93 |
| Gym | $81 | $37 | $34 | $69 | $69 |
| Yoga | $93 | $48 | $71 | $65 | $112 |
| Massage | $59 | $26 | $10 | $51 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Vinafone | Telcel, Movistar | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
| 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 | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | Not customary or expected |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab | Uber | Uber, Kakao |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. |
| 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 | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam |
| 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 | Markets, food stalls, menú del dÃa (cheap set lunch menus) | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 47 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow |