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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Seoul 🇰🇷
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| Population | 1,125,316 | 9,963,452 |
| Official language(s) | Vietnamese | Korean |
| Level of English | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
| Most common months to visit | February - May | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | VND - Vietnamese Dong (â‚«) | KRW - South Korean won (â‚©) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | No |
| Average monthly costs | $959 | $2184 |
| Rent | $316 | $797 |
| Groceries | $161 | $356 |
| Dining out | $128 | $211 |
| Cafe | $35 | $69 |
| Coworking space | $88 | $222 |
| Mobile internet | $4 | $40 |
| Public transportation | $15 | $40 |
| Taxis | $15 | $41 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $0 | $13 |
| Sport and cultural events | $6 | $39 |
| Museums and sights | $2 | $6 |
| Nightlife | $74 | $93 |
| Gym | $34 | $69 |
| Yoga | $71 | $112 |
| Massage | $10 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Viettel, Vinafone | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
| Tipping | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not customary or expected |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Uber, Kakao |
| Tap water | Not 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. | 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 | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam |
| Eat like a local | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 107 options on HappyCow | 57 options on Happy Cow |