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Chiang Mai ๐น๐ญ
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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Sofia ๐ง๐ฌ
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| Population | 1,166,978 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 1,270,169 |
| Official language(s) | Thai | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Bulgarian |
| Level of English | Low | Low | Moderate | High |
| Main airport | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) |
| Most common months to visit | November - April | February - May | January, February, October - December | April-June, September-October |
| Currency | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (ะปะฒ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | No | No | No |
| Average monthly costs | $974 | $959 | $1167 | $1289 |
| Rent | $274 | $316 | $503 | $567 |
| Groceries | $169 | $161 | $151 | $10 |
| Dining out | $108 | $128 | $134 | $227 |
| Cafe | $45 | $35 | $39 | $27 |
| Coworking space | $95 | $88 | $72 | $140 |
| Mobile internet | $11 | $4 | $4 | $10 |
| Public transportation | $60 | $15 | $20 | $30 |
| Taxis | $20 | $15 | $13 | $12 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $10 | $0 | $0 | $40 |
| Sport and cultural events | $8 | $6 | $3 | $18 |
| Museums and sights | $8 | $2 | $4 | $12 |
| Nightlife | $62 | $74 | $89 | $82 |
| Gym | $41 | $34 | $57 | $23 |
| Yoga | $55 | $71 | $57 | $62 |
| Massage | $10 | $10 | $21 | $29 |
| SIM card options | AIS, DTAC | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | A1, Telenor, Vivacom |
| Tipping | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | 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% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafรฉs |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Grab | Grab, GoViet | TaxiMe, TaxiStars |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | 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. | 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 | 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 | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator |
| 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 | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 90 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow |