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Budapest ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
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Buenos Aires 🇦🇷
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Seoul 🇰🇷
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 1,768,073 | 2,900,000 | 1,125,316 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 9,963,452 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Hungarian | Spanish | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese | Korean | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | High | High | Low | Moderate | Very High | Moderate | Moderate |
| Main airport | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | March - June, September - November | September - December | February - May | January - May, October - December | May - September | March - May, September - November | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $1230 | $1321 | $959 | $2143 | $1759 | $2184 | $1976 |
| Rent | $499 | $844 | $316 | $923 | $717 | $797 | $869 |
| Groceries | $108 | $98 | $161 | $127 | $148 | $356 | $146 |
| Dining out | $202 | $121 | $128 | $207 | $280 | $211 | $292 |
| Cafe | $29 | $25 | $35 | $42 | $45 | $69 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $120 | $95 | $88 | $160 | $96 | $222 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $9 | $11 | $4 | $21 | $21 | $40 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $36 | $9 | $15 | $17 | $95 | $40 | $38 |
| Taxis | $27 | $9 | $15 | $9 | $25 | $41 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $13 | $14 | $0 | $49 | $10 | $13 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $24 | $24 | $6 | $97 | $45 | $39 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $7 | $4 | $2 | $217 | $24 | $6 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $43 | $23 | $74 | $77 | $66 | $93 | $66 |
| Gym | $37 | $14 | $34 | $42 | $56 | $69 | $34 |
| Yoga | $48 | $19 | $71 | $54 | $82 | $112 | $87 |
| Massage | $26 | $10 | $10 | $101 | $48 | $75 | $45 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Telenor | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Viettel, Vinafone | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Vodafone, Orange |
| 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 | 10-15% for restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Not customary or expected | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Bolt, Fotaxi | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Kakao | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | 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. | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| 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 | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam | Paella, fideuà , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| 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 | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 47 options on HappyCow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |