Chiang Mai ๐น๐ญ
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Medellin ๐จ๐ด
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Sofia ๐ง๐ฌ
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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Population | 1,166,978 | 1,125,316 | 2,427,000 | 237,559 | 1,270,169 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Thai | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese | Bulgarian | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | Low | Low | Low | Very High | High | Moderate |
Main airport | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Josรฉ Marรญa Cรณrdova International Airport (MDE) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | November - April | February - May | January - April, December | May - September | April-June, September-October | March - June, September, October |
Currency | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (ะปะฒ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
Credit cards | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | No | No | No | Yes | No | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $974 | $959 | $1293 | $1759 | $1289 | $1976 |
Rent | $274 | $316 | $732 | $717 | $567 | $869 |
Groceries | $169 | $161 | $87 | $148 | $10 | $146 |
Dining out | $108 | $128 | $131 | $280 | $227 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $35 | $18 | $45 | $27 | $42 |
Coworking space | $95 | $88 | $96 | $96 | $140 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $11 | $4 | $16 | $21 | $10 | $16 |
Public transportation | $60 | $15 | $21 | $95 | $30 | $38 |
Taxis | $20 | $15 | $14 | $25 | $12 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $10 | $0 | $0 | $10 | $40 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $8 | $6 | $8 | $45 | $18 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $8 | $2 | $9 | $24 | $12 | $44 |
Nightlife | $62 | $74 | $73 | $66 | $82 | $66 |
Gym | $41 | $34 | $15 | $56 | $23 | $34 |
Yoga | $55 | $71 | $54 | $82 | $62 | $87 |
Massage | $10 | $10 | $20 | $48 | $29 | $45 |
SIM card options | AIS, DTAC | Viettel, Vinafone | Claro, Tigo | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | A1, Telenor, Vivacom | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Tip 10% in restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafรฉs | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Grab | Grab | EasyTaxi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | TaxiMe, TaxiStars | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | 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. | 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 | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator | Paella, fideuร , 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 | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 90 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |