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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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| Population | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 8,850,000 | 259,453 | 1,305,737 | 9,963,452 | 1,108,700 |
| Official language(s) | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Czech | Korean | Georgian |
| Level of English | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low |
| Main airport | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
| Most common months to visit | February - May | January, February, October - December | March - May, October, November | January - May, October - December | June - October | March - May, September - November | March - June |
| Currency | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $959 | $1167 | $1867 | $2143 | $1806 | $2184 | $1462 |
| Rent | $316 | $503 | $778 | $923 | $780 | $797 | $752 |
| Groceries | $161 | $151 | $281 | $127 | $158 | $356 | $112 |
| Dining out | $128 | $134 | $182 | $207 | $240 | $211 | $169 |
| Cafe | $35 | $39 | $49 | $42 | $53 | $69 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $88 | $72 | $159 | $160 | $175 | $222 | $125 |
| Mobile internet | $4 | $4 | $25 | $21 | $24 | $40 | $4 |
| Public transportation | $15 | $20 | $11 | $17 | $61 | $40 | $8 |
| Taxis | $15 | $13 | $9 | $9 | $33 | $41 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $0 | $0 | $24 | $49 | $19 | $13 | $27 |
| Sport and cultural events | $6 | $3 | $81 | $97 | $19 | $39 | $21 |
| Museums and sights | $2 | $4 | $20 | $217 | $35 | $6 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $74 | $89 | $64 | $77 | $50 | $93 | $53 |
| Gym | $34 | $57 | $69 | $42 | $56 | $69 | $33 |
| Yoga | $71 | $57 | $65 | $54 | $66 | $112 | $37 |
| Massage | $10 | $21 | $51 | $101 | $37 | $75 | $53 |
| SIM card options | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Telcel, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, T-Mobile | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
| Tipping | 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%. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10-15% for restaurants | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | Not customary or expected | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber | N/A | Uber, Liftago | Uber, Kakao | Yandex, Bolt |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | 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. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | 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! | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. | 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. |
| Local food specialities | 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 | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
| Eat like a local | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow |