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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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| Population | 1,125,316 | 8,850,000 | 8,323,340 | 1,305,737 | 9,963,452 |
| Official language(s) | Vietnamese | Spanish | English (de facto) | Czech | Korean |
| Level of English | Low | Moderate | Very high | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
| Most common months to visit | February - May | March - May, October, November | April - June, September - November | June - October | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | USD - US Dollar ($) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $959 | $1867 | $5431 | $1806 | $2184 |
| Rent | $316 | $778 | $2891 | $780 | $797 |
| Groceries | $161 | $281 | $383 | $158 | $356 |
| Dining out | $128 | $182 | $656 | $240 | $211 |
| Cafe | $35 | $49 | $72 | $53 | $69 |
| Coworking space | $88 | $159 | $326 | $175 | $222 |
| Mobile internet | $4 | $25 | $45 | $24 | $40 |
| Public transportation | $15 | $11 | $220 | $61 | $40 |
| Taxis | $15 | $9 | $78 | $33 | $41 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $0 | $24 | $30 | $19 | $13 |
| Sport and cultural events | $6 | $81 | $100 | $19 | $39 |
| Museums and sights | $2 | $20 | $74 | $35 | $6 |
| Nightlife | $74 | $64 | $195 | $50 | $93 |
| Gym | $34 | $69 | $55 | $56 | $69 |
| Yoga | $71 | $65 | $197 | $66 | $112 |
| Massage | $10 | $51 | $109 | $37 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Viettel, Vinafone | Telcel, Movistar | AT&T, Verizon | Vodafone, T-Mobile | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
| Tipping | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | Not customary or expected |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Uber | Uber, Lyft | Uber, Liftago | Uber, Kakao |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | 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. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | 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. | 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. |
| Local food specialities | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Pizza, clam chowder, bagels, corned beef, pastrami, cheesecake, hot dogs, and hundred of other international food options. | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam |
| Eat like a local | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | Delis, local pizza shops, street food stalls and food trucks, food markets, local bakeries and smaller, authentic international cuisine restaurants | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 107 options on HappyCow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 309 options on HappyCow | 112 options on HappyCow | 57 options on Happy Cow |