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| Population | 8,053,663 | 6,578,0179 | 2,427,000 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 1,270,169 |
| Official language(s) | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Bulgarian |
| Level of English | Moderate | Moderate | Low | Moderate | Very High | High | High |
| Main airport | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) |
| Most common months to visit | January, February, October - December | March - May, September - November | January - April, December | January - May, October - December | May - September | June - October | April-June, September-October |
| Currency | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (лв) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $1167 | $2498 | $1293 | $2143 | $1759 | $1806 | $1289 |
| Rent | $503 | $1174 | $732 | $923 | $717 | $780 | $567 |
| Groceries | $151 | $175 | $87 | $127 | $148 | $158 | $10 |
| Dining out | $134 | $313 | $131 | $207 | $280 | $240 | $227 |
| Cafe | $39 | $51 | $18 | $42 | $45 | $53 | $27 |
| Coworking space | $72 | $196 | $96 | $160 | $96 | $175 | $140 |
| Mobile internet | $4 | $10 | $16 | $21 | $21 | $24 | $10 |
| Public transportation | $20 | $78 | $21 | $17 | $95 | $61 | $30 |
| Taxis | $13 | $44 | $14 | $9 | $25 | $33 | $12 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $0 | $49 | $0 | $49 | $10 | $19 | $40 |
| Sport and cultural events | $3 | $54 | $8 | $97 | $45 | $19 | $18 |
| Museums and sights | $4 | $20 | $9 | $217 | $24 | $35 | $12 |
| Nightlife | $89 | $82 | $73 | $77 | $66 | $50 | $82 |
| Gym | $57 | $44 | $15 | $42 | $56 | $56 | $23 |
| Yoga | $57 | $142 | $54 | $54 | $82 | $66 | $62 |
| Massage | $21 | $64 | $20 | $101 | $48 | $37 | $29 |
| SIM card options | Viettel, Mobifone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | A1, Telenor, Vivacom |
| Tipping | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafés |
| Taxi apps | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | EasyTaxi | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | TaxiMe, TaxiStars |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | 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. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | 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! | 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 | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator |
| Eat like a local | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 20 options on HappyCow |