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Cape Town 🇿🇦
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
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Prague 🇨🇿
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| Population | 4,617,560 | 6,578,0179 | 259,453 | 1,305,737 |
| Official language(s) | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Spanish | Spanish | Czech |
| Level of English | Very high | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| Main airport | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) |
| Most common months to visit | March - May, September - November | March - May, September - November | January - May, October - December | June - October |
| Currency | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | EUR - Euro (€) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $1549 | $2498 | $2143 | $1806 |
| Rent | $618 | $1174 | $923 | $780 |
| Groceries | $129 | $175 | $127 | $158 |
| Dining out | $269 | $313 | $207 | $240 |
| Cafe | $32 | $51 | $42 | $53 |
| Coworking space | $151 | $196 | $160 | $175 |
| Mobile internet | $27 | $10 | $21 | $24 |
| Public transportation | $55 | $78 | $17 | $61 |
| Taxis | $21 | $44 | $9 | $33 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $49 | $49 | $49 | $19 |
| Sport and cultural events | $19 | $54 | $97 | $19 |
| Museums and sights | $15 | $20 | $217 | $35 |
| Nightlife | $43 | $82 | $77 | $50 |
| Gym | $36 | $44 | $42 | $56 |
| Yoga | $56 | $142 | $54 | $66 |
| Massage | $30 | $64 | $101 | $37 |
| SIM card options | MTN, Vodacom | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, T-Mobile |
| Tipping | 10 - 15% at restaurants, round up elsewhere | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere |
| Taxi apps | Uber, Bolt | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | N/A | Uber, Liftago |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | South African cuisine has been shaped by a long history of Dutch, Malay, British and Indian settlements, making the food diverse and strong in flavor. There is a strong emphasis on game in all of its different forms, as well as spicy sauces and sautéed vegetables and dry-cured meats. Creamy desserts and liqueurs compliment large and flavorful meals. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | 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 | Bitlong and droewors, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bobotie, melkert, gatsby, bunny chow | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. |
| Eat like a local | Cape Malay shacks, food trucks, street food joints, local grills, small bakeries and food markets | 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! | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 24 options on HappyCow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow |