Barcelona vs Da Nang vs New York City vs Playa del Carmen vs Prague

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Population 5,585,556 1,125,316 8,323,340 259,453 1,305,737
Official language(s) Catalan, Spanish Vietnamese English (de facto) Spanish Czech
Level of English High Low Very high Moderate High
Main airport Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) Da Nang International Airport (DAD) John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Cancun International Airport (CUN) Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Most common months to visit April - June, September - November February - May April - June, September - November January - May, October - December June - October
Currency EUR - Euro (€) VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) USD - US Dollar ($) MXN - Mexican Peso ($) CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč)
Credit cards Accepted almost evewhere Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. Accepted everywhere Accepted almost everywhere Accepted most places (some places are cash only)
Remote worker visa Yes No No Yes Yes
Average monthly costs $2384 $959 $5431 $2143 $1806
Rent $932 $316 $2891 $923 $780
Groceries $121 $161 $383 $127 $158
Dining out $403 $128 $656 $207 $240
Cafe $45 $35 $72 $42 $53
Coworking space $213 $88 $326 $160 $175
Mobile internet $10 $4 $45 $21 $24
Public transportation $127 $15 $220 $17 $61
Taxis $48 $15 $78 $9 $33
Shared bicycles and scooters $24 $0 $30 $49 $19
Sport and cultural events $81 $6 $100 $97 $19
Museums and sights $33 $2 $74 $217 $35
Nightlife $112 $74 $195 $77 $50
Gym $81 $34 $55 $42 $56
Yoga $93 $71 $197 $54 $66
Massage $59 $10 $109 $101 $37
SIM card options Vodafone, Movistar Viettel, Vinafone AT&T, Verizon Telcel, Movistar Vodafone, T-Mobile
Tipping 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars 10-15% for restaurants 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere
Taxi apps Cabify, FreeNow Grab Uber, Lyft N/A Uber, Liftago
Tap water Drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable
Overall cuisine Catalan cuisine makes extensive use of Mediterranean vegetables, legumes mixed with pork in its many varieties, chicken and fish. Regularly mixes sweet and savory flavors in specific dishes. This cuisine is known for being bold in flavor and striking in color, with a variety of specific regional dishes found the culinary hub that is Barcelona. 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. American. Emphasis on comfort and fast food, with some good seafood dishes. Influence from other regions of the US, North America and the world make NYC a cosmopolitan and international cuisine hub that is incredibly diverse. 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!
Local food specialities Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca Pizza, clam chowder, bagels, corned beef, pastrami, cheesecake, hot dogs, and hundred of other international food options. Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky.
Eat like a local Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets Delis, local pizza shops, street food stalls and food trucks, food markets, local bakeries and smaller, authentic international cuisine restaurants Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés
Vegetarian / vegan options 98 options on HappyCow 107 options on HappyCow 309 options on HappyCow 72 listings on Happy Cow 112 options on HappyCow