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Chiang Mai 🇹🇭
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Larnaca 🇨🇾
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Prague 🇨🇿
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 1,166,978 | 1,125,316 | 144,900 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 1,108,700 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Thai | Vietnamese | Greek | Portuguese | Czech | Georgian | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | Low | Low | High | Very High | High | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | November - April | February - May | March - May, October - December | May - September | June - October | March - June | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | THB - Thai Baht (฿) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $974 | $959 | $1959 | $1759 | $1806 | $1462 | $1976 |
| Rent | $274 | $316 | $678 | $717 | $780 | $752 | $869 |
| Groceries | $169 | $161 | $157 | $148 | $158 | $112 | $146 |
| Dining out | $108 | $128 | $261 | $280 | $240 | $169 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $35 | $56 | $45 | $53 | $45 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $95 | $88 | $209 | $96 | $175 | $125 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $11 | $4 | $35 | $21 | $24 | $4 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $60 | $15 | $63 | $95 | $61 | $8 | $38 |
| Taxis | $20 | $15 | $42 | $25 | $33 | $14 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $10 | $0 | $45 | $10 | $19 | $27 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $8 | $6 | $28 | $45 | $19 | $21 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $8 | $2 | $8 | $24 | $35 | $9 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $62 | $74 | $110 | $66 | $50 | $53 | $66 |
| Gym | $41 | $34 | $107 | $56 | $56 | $33 | $34 |
| Yoga | $55 | $71 | $105 | $82 | $66 | $37 | $87 |
| Massage | $10 | $10 | $54 | $48 | $37 | $53 | $45 |
| SIM card options | AIS, DTAC | Viettel, Vinafone | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Grab | nTaxi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Yandex, Bolt | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Combines salty, sweet, spicy and sour flavors to create bold and colorful dishes. Meals typically include a mixture of meat and seafood dishes, as well as noodles or soups recipes. Strong emphasis on local spices and vegetables. | 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. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer! | Cuisine of the Caucasus meets regional diversity in Georgia. Emphasis on spices and meats (poultry, beef, pork and mutton) as well as soups and creams. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli | Paella, fideuà, esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 90 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |