# Earn Here, Spend There — city price summaries (October 2026)

One line per city. Local currency with USD in brackets. 'Mid-range day' = per person, no flights. Method: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/methodology/

## Aarhus, Denmark
In Aarhus (Denmark), a local meal costs about kr 140 ($21.9), a coffee kr 48 ($7.5), a 5 km taxi kr 180 ($28.1) and a 3-star hotel kr 1,000 ($156) a night. A mid-range day is about $356 per person without flights ($128 on a shoestring). Paying more than kr 346 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Airport is far out — take the airport bus, or fly to Billund/Copenhagen and go by train
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/aarhus/

## Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
In Abidjan (Côte d'Ivoire), a local meal costs about CFA 3,000 ($5.19), a coffee CFA 2,500 ($4.32), a 5 km taxi CFA 3,000 ($5.19) and a 3-star hotel CFA 45,000 ($77.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $146 per person without flights ($41 on a shoestring). Paying more than CFA 5,760 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check fares on Yango and use booked cars at night rather than walking
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/abidjan/

## Abu Dhabi, UAE
In Abu Dhabi (UAE), a local meal costs about AED 30 ($8.17), a coffee AED 20 ($5.45), a 5 km taxi AED 15 ($4.09) and a 3-star hotel AED 400 ($109) a night. A mid-range day is about $193 per person without flights ($64 on a shoestring). Paying more than AED 29 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: If alerts sound, shelter indoors and never touch drone or missile debris
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/abu-dhabi/

## Accra, Ghana
In Accra (Ghana), a local meal costs about GH₵ 70 ($5.98), a coffee GH₵ 50 ($4.27), a 5 km taxi GH₵ 50 ($4.27) and a 3-star hotel GH₵ 850 ($72.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $126 per person without flights ($44 on a shoestring). Paying more than GH₵ 96 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 1, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check the Bolt/Uber price first, then use it to haggle any street taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/accra/

## Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
In Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), a local meal costs about Br 500 ($3.07), a coffee Br 150 ($0.92), a 5 km taxi Br 300 ($1.84) and a 3-star hotel Br 11,000 ($67.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $99 per person without flights ($35 on a shoestring). Paying more than Br 576 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.6/5 (very hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Politely decline street 'friends' inviting you to coffee ceremonies or shows
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/addis-ababa/

## Adelaide, Australia
In Adelaide (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 24 ($16), a coffee A$ 5.5 ($3.67), a 5 km taxi A$ 17 ($11.3) and a 3-star hotel A$ 170 ($113) a night. A mid-range day is about $235 per person without flights ($97 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The city-center tram stretch is free; see Barossa/McLaren Vale by tour or car
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/adelaide/

## Agra, India
In Agra (India), a local meal costs about ₹200 ($2.38), a coffee ₹180 ($2.14), a 5 km taxi ₹160 ($1.9) and a 3-star hotel ₹2,200 ($26.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $48 per person without flights ($19 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹307 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 5, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy Taj tickets on the official ASI site; use only badge-carrying approved guides
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/agra/

## Alicante, Spain
In Alicante (Spain), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €2.2 ($2.56), a 5 km taxi €10 ($11.6) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $234 per person without flights ($76 on a shoestring). Paying more than €19.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: C6 bus runs straight to the centre; if the taxi queue is long, try Bolt or Cabify
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/alicante/

## Almaty, Kazakhstan
In Almaty (Kazakhstan), a local meal costs about ₸3,000 ($5.77), a coffee ₸1,500 ($2.88), a 5 km taxi ₸1,300 ($2.5) and a 3-star hotel ₸30,000 ($57.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $104 per person without flights ($37 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₸2,500 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never flag private cars — order Yandex Go or inDrive with a set price
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/almaty/

## Amman, Jordan
In Amman (Jordan), a local meal costs about JD 4 ($5.64), a coffee JD 3.2 ($4.51), a 5 km taxi JD 2.5 ($3.53) and a 3-star hotel JD 45 ($63.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $117 per person without flights ($38 on a shoestring). Paying more than JD 4.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ask yellow taxis to run the meter, or book Careem/Uber instead
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/amman/

## Amritsar, India
In Amritsar (India), a local meal costs about ₹150 ($1.79), a coffee ₹150 ($1.79), a 5 km taxi ₹140 ($1.67) and a 3-star hotel ₹1,800 ($21.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $40 per person without flights ($14 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹269 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the Golden Temple's free shuttle from the station; never pay drivers upfront
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/amritsar/

## Amsterdam, Netherlands
In Amsterdam (Netherlands), a local meal costs about €20 ($23.3), a coffee €4.2 ($4.88), a 5 km taxi €18 ($20.9) and a 3-star hotel €165 ($192) a night. A mid-range day is about $378 per person without flights ($128 on a shoestring). Paying more than €34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Tap in and out with the same contactless card on trains and trams; never skip tap-out
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/amsterdam/

## Anchorage, United States
In Anchorage (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $5.7, a 5 km taxi $13 and a 3-star hotel $220 a night. A mid-range day is about $377 per person without flights ($140 on a shoestring). Paying more than $25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Summer rental cars, tours and train seats sell out — book well ahead
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/anchorage/

## Angeles City, Philippines
In Angeles City (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱200 ($3.51), a coffee ₱160 ($2.81), a 5 km taxi ₱200 ($3.51) and a 3-star hotel ₱2,500 ($43.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $82 per person without flights ($26 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Grab over street trikes and never follow friendly strangers to bars or card games
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/angeles-city/

## Annecy, France
In Annecy (France), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €16 ($18.6) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $287 per person without flights ($94 on a shoestring). Paying more than €30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From Geneva Airport take the bus (FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, line 272) — far cheaper than a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/annecy/

## Antalya, Türkiye
In Antalya (Türkiye), a local meal costs about ₺400 ($9.76), a coffee ₺190 ($4.63), a 5 km taxi ₺300 ($7.32) and a 3-star hotel ₺4,100 ($100) a night. A mid-range day is about $194 per person without flights ($66 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₺576 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check the taxi meter is on; the airport tram is the cheap option
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/antalya/

## Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
In Antigua Guatemala (Guatemala), a local meal costs about Q50 ($6.55), a coffee Q25 ($3.27), a 5 km taxi Q45 ($5.89) and a 3-star hotel Q600 ($78.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $142 per person without flights ($45 on a shoestring). Paying more than Q86.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Do the airport–Antigua transfer by daytime shuttle; never travel after dark
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/antigua-guatemala/

## Antwerp, Belgium
In Antwerp (Belgium), a local meal costs about €18 ($20.9), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €17 ($19.8) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $314 per person without flights ($96 on a shoestring). Paying more than €32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From Brussels Airport take a direct train to Antwerpen-Centraal
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/antwerp/

## Arequipa, Peru
In Arequipa (Peru), a local meal costs about S/ 15 ($4.05), a coffee S/ 12 ($3.24), a 5 km taxi S/ 15 ($4.05) and a 3-star hotel S/ 200 ($54.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $98 per person without flights ($34 on a shoestring). Paying more than S/ 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Compare several agencies for Colca tours, and acclimatize a day before going higher
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/arequipa/

## Arusha, Tanzania
In Arusha (Tanzania), a local meal costs about TSh 10,000 ($3.79), a coffee TSh 4,500 ($1.7), a 5 km taxi TSh 6,000 ($2.27) and a 3-star hotel TSh 100,000 ($37.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $74 per person without flights ($23 on a shoestring). Paying more than TSh 11,500 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book safaris only with TATO-registered operators, never through street touts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/arusha/

## Astana, Kazakhstan
In Astana (Kazakhstan), a local meal costs about ₸3,000 ($5.77), a coffee ₸1,500 ($2.88), a 5 km taxi ₸1,000 ($1.92) and a 3-star hotel ₸30,000 ($57.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $102 per person without flights ($35 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₸1,920 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: In winter ride Yandex Go rather than walk; book airport rides in-app too
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/astana/

## Asunción, Paraguay
In Asunción (Paraguay), a local meal costs about ₲40,000 ($6.85), a coffee ₲20,000 ($3.43), a 5 km taxi ₲25,000 ($4.28) and a 3-star hotel ₲350,000 ($59.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $121 per person without flights ($37 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₲48,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Bolt/Uber from the airport and around town; skip city buses (US staff are barred)
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/asuncion/

## Aswan, Egypt
In Aswan (Egypt), a local meal costs about E£ 150 ($3.06), a coffee E£ 60 ($1.22), a 5 km taxi E£ 80 ($1.63) and a 3-star hotel E£ 2,000 ($40.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $66 per person without flights ($24 on a shoestring). Paying more than E£ 154 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pre-book an airport pickup — taxis start high and inDrive can't enter arrivals
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/aswan/

## Athens, Greece
In Athens (Greece), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €7 ($8.14) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $222 per person without flights ($82 on a shoestring). Paying more than €13.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Airport–city taxis charge a legal flat fare — confirm it before you get in
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/athens/

## Atlanta, United States
In Atlanta (United States), a local meal costs about $19, a coffee $5.5, a 5 km taxi $14 and a 3-star hotel $160 a night. A mid-range day is about $315 per person without flights ($125 on a shoestring). Paying more than $26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take MARTA Red/Gold Line from the airport — faster than I-85 traffic
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/atlanta/

## Auckland, New Zealand
In Auckland (New Zealand), a local meal costs about NZ$ 25 ($15.2), a coffee NZ$ 6 ($3.64), a 5 km taxi NZ$ 19 ($11.5) and a 3-star hotel NZ$ 180 ($109) a night. A mid-range day is about $229 per person without flights ($85 on a shoestring). Paying more than NZ$ 36.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never leave valuables in a parked car — lookout and trailhead break-ins are common
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/auckland/

## Austin, United States
In Austin (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $15 and a 3-star hotel $150 a night. A mid-range day is about $310 per person without flights ($113 on a shoestring). Paying more than $28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check event dates (SXSW, ACL, F1) — hotel and Uber prices multiply those weeks
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/austin/

## Avignon, France
In Avignon (France), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €3 ($3.49), a 5 km taxi €10 ($11.6) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $250 per person without flights ($88 on a shoestring). Paying more than €19.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Arriving at Avignon TGV, take the shuttle train to Avignon Centre rather than a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/avignon/

## Ayutthaya, Thailand
In Ayutthaya (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿80 ($2.42), a coffee ฿65 ($1.97), a 5 km taxi ฿120 ($3.64) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,100 ($33.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $64 per person without flights ($20 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿230 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From the station, take the river ferry across and rent a bike instead of a tuk-tuk
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ayutthaya/

## Baguio, Philippines
In Baguio (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱180 ($3.16), a coffee ₱160 ($2.81), a 5 km taxi ₱130 ($2.28) and a 3-star hotel ₱3,000 ($52.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $82 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱250 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book the Victory Liner bus from Manila ahead and avoid weekend traffic
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/baguio/

## Baku, Azerbaijan
In Baku (Azerbaijan), a local meal costs about ₼12 ($7.06), a coffee ₼6 ($3.53), a 5 km taxi ₼6 ($3.53) and a 3-star hotel ₼110 ($64.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $125 per person without flights ($40 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₼11.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy a BakıKart at the airport and ride the H1 Aero Express bus
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/baku/

## Bali, Indonesia
In Bali (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a coffee Rp 40,000 ($2.45), a 5 km taxi Rp 35,000 ($2.15) and a 3-star hotel Rp 800,000 ($49.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $79 per person without flights ($25 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 67,200 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use metered Bluebird or apps; change money only at licensed changers and count it there
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bali/

## Bandung, Indonesia
In Bandung (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 30,000 ($1.84), a coffee Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a 5 km taxi Rp 28,000 ($1.72) and a 3-star hotel Rp 500,000 ($30.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $53 per person without flights ($18 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 53,800 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the Whoosh high-speed train from Jakarta and avoid weekend road trips
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bandung/

## Banff, Canada
In Banff (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 28 ($20.6), a coffee C$ 6 ($4.41), a 5 km taxi C$ 22 ($16.2) and a 3-star hotel C$ 250 ($184) a night. A mid-range day is about $337 per person without flights ($133 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 42.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Moraine Lake is closed to private cars — book the Parks Canada or Roam shuttle early
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/banff/

## Bangkok, Thailand
In Bangkok (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿100 ($3.03), a coffee ฿85 ($2.58), a 5 km taxi ฿115 ($3.48) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,600 ($48.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $86 per person without flights ($32 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿221 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: 'The Grand Palace is closed today' is a scam - cheap tuk-tuk tours end at gem shops
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bangkok/

## Barcelona, Spain
In Barcelona (Spain), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €2.5 ($2.91), a 5 km taxi €11 ($12.8) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $297 per person without flights ($108 on a shoestring). Paying more than €21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Fake 'police' asking to check your wallet is a scam — real police only ask for ID
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/barcelona/

## Bari, Italy
In Bari (Italy), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €1.7 ($1.98), a 5 km taxi €13.5 ($15.7) and a 3-star hotel €95 ($110) a night. A mid-range day is about $241 per person without flights ($69 on a shoestring). Paying more than €25.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the airport train to Bari Centrale — faster and cheaper than a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bari/

## Bariloche, Argentina
In Bariloche (Argentina), a local meal costs about AR$ 25,000 ($17.9), a coffee AR$ 6,000 ($4.29), a 5 km taxi AR$ 10,000 ($7.14) and a 3-star hotel AR$ 130,000 ($92.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $207 per person without flights ($74 on a shoestring). Paying more than AR$ 19,200 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Get a SUBE card — bus 20 runs along Circuito Chico to Llao Llao
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bariloche/

## Batam, Indonesia
In Batam (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a coffee Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a 5 km taxi Rp 35,000 ($2.15) and a 3-star hotel Rp 650,000 ($39.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $63 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 67,200 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Off the ferry, skip taxi touts — book Grab/Gojek with pickup set just outside the terminal
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/batam/

## Bath, United Kingdom
In Bath (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £16 ($21.6), a coffee £3.9 ($5.27), a 5 km taxi £11 ($14.9) and a 3-star hotel £120 ($162) a night. A mid-range day is about $329 per person without flights ($129 on a shoestring). Paying more than £21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't drive into town (one-way jams); arrive by train or use Park & Ride
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bath/

## Batumi, Georgia
In Batumi (Georgia), a local meal costs about ₾25 ($9.26), a coffee ₾9 ($3.33), a 5 km taxi ₾9 ($3.33) and a 3-star hotel ₾150 ($55.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $113 per person without flights ($39 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₾17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book taxis on Bolt to see the fare upfront instead of hailing
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/batumi/

## Beijing, China
In Beijing (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥25 ($3.52), a 5 km taxi ¥18 ($2.54) and a 3-star hotel ¥400 ($56.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $98 per person without flights ($33 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Skip Great Wall buses sold on the street - take bus 877 or the S2 train to Badaling
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/beijing/

## Belfast, United Kingdom
In Belfast (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £14 ($18.9), a coffee £3.7 ($5), a 5 km taxi £9 ($12.2) and a 3-star hotel £110 ($149) a night. A mid-range day is about $288 per person without flights ($111 on a shoestring). Paying more than £17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Flying into Dublin works too: hourly direct coaches run Dublin Airport–Belfast
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/belfast/

## Belgrade, Serbia
In Belgrade (Serbia), a local meal costs about RSD 1,200 ($12), a coffee RSD 300 ($3), a 5 km taxi RSD 850 ($8.5) and a 3-star hotel RSD 8,000 ($80) a night. A mid-range day is about $178 per person without flights ($68 on a shoestring). Paying more than RSD 1,630 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy a fixed-fare taxi voucher at the airport desk; use CarGo in town
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/belgrade/

## Bengaluru, India
In Bengaluru (India), a local meal costs about ₹250 ($2.98), a coffee ₹250 ($2.98), a 5 km taxi ₹180 ($2.14) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,500 ($41.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $74 per person without flights ($23 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹346 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From the airport take the BMTC Vayu Vajra bus or an app cab
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bengaluru/

## Beppu, Japan
In Beppu (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,000 ($13.5) and a 3-star hotel ¥9,000 ($60.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $145 per person without flights ($46 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥3,840 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: A Kamenoi bus 1- or 2-day pass covers the Hells and all central Beppu buses
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/beppu/

## Bergen, Norway
In Bergen (Norway), a local meal costs about kr 250 ($23.6), a coffee kr 58 ($5.47), a 5 km taxi kr 260 ($24.5) and a 3-star hotel kr 1,500 ($142) a night. A mid-range day is about $331 per person without flights ($115 on a shoestring). Paying more than kr 499 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the Bybanen light rail to the airport instead of a costly taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bergen/

## Berlin, Germany
In Berlin (Germany), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €3.8 ($4.42), a 5 km taxi €16 ($18.6) and a 3-star hotel €110 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $265 per person without flights ($98 on a shoestring). Paying more than €30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Validate your ticket before riding — plain-clothes inspectors fine on the spot
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/berlin/

## Bern, Switzerland
In Bern (Switzerland), a local meal costs about CHF 22 ($25.9), a coffee CHF 5.5 ($6.47), a 5 km taxi CHF 27 ($31.8) and a 3-star hotel CHF 190 ($224) a night. A mid-range day is about $463 per person without flights ($152 on a shoestring). Paying more than CHF 51.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Overnight guests get a free Bern Ticket for trams, buses and the Gurten funicular
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bern/

## Bilbao, Spain
In Bilbao (Spain), a local meal costs about €17 ($19.8), a coffee €2.3 ($2.67), a 5 km taxi €10 ($11.6) and a 3-star hotel €110 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $264 per person without flights ($84 on a shoestring). Paying more than €19.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The Uber app also hails licensed taxis here, and Bolt operates too
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bilbao/

## Bintan, Indonesia
In Bintan (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 60,000 ($3.68), a coffee Rp 40,000 ($2.45), a 5 km taxi Rp 50,000 ($3.07) and a 3-star hotel Rp 700,000 ($42.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $85 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 96,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pre-book the resort shuttle from BBT ferry terminal; use the BinBin day pass in Lagoi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bintan/

## Birmingham, United Kingdom
In Birmingham (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £15 ($20.3), a coffee £3.6 ($4.86), a 5 km taxi £12 ($16.2) and a 3-star hotel £80 ($108) a night. A mid-range day is about $264 per person without flights ($104 on a shoestring). Paying more than £23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The airport station is Birmingham International, linked by a free monorail
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/birmingham/

## Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
In Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), a local meal costs about сом 400 ($4.58), a coffee сом 200 ($2.29), a 5 km taxi сом 180 ($2.06) and a 3-star hotel сом 4,800 ($54.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $93 per person without flights ($30 on a shoestring). Paying more than сом 346 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't flag taxis on the street — order Yandex Go or a pre-booked cab
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bishkek/

## Bled, Slovenia
In Bled (Slovenia), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €15 ($17.4) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $302 per person without flights ($102 on a shoestring). Paying more than €28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Lakeside restaurants are overpriced — walk 15 min into town for a local gostilna
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bled/

## Bodrum, Türkiye
In Bodrum (Türkiye), a local meal costs about ₺450 ($11), a coffee ₺175 ($4.27), a 5 km taxi ₺400 ($9.76) and a 3-star hotel ₺4,000 ($97.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $200 per person without flights ($71 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₺768 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Havaş airport buses are far cheaper than a taxi into town
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bodrum/

## Bogotá, Colombia
In Bogotá (Colombia), a local meal costs about COL$ 16,000 ($3.9), a coffee COL$ 7,500 ($1.83), a 5 km taxi COL$ 14,000 ($3.41) and a 3-star hotel COL$ 220,000 ($53.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $94 per person without flights ($32 on a shoestring). Paying more than COL$ 26,900 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never hail street taxis — book by app; use ATMs inside banks or malls in daytime
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bogota/

## Bohol, Philippines
In Bohol (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱250 ($4.39), a coffee ₱160 ($2.81), a 5 km taxi ₱150 ($2.63) and a 3-star hotel ₱2,800 ($49.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $82 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book the Chocolate Hills countryside tour through your hotel for a fixed van price
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bohol/

## Bologna, Italy
In Bologna (Italy), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €1.7 ($1.98), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €110 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $271 per person without flights ($87 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the Marconi Express monorail from the airport — quicker than a cab to Centrale
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bologna/

## Boracay, Philippines
In Boracay (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱300 ($5.26), a coffee ₱170 ($2.98), a 5 km taxi ₱200 ($3.51) and a 3-star hotel ₱3,500 ($61.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $105 per person without flights ($35 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book island hopping via your hotel or an established operator, not beach touts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/boracay/

## Bordeaux, France
In Bordeaux (France), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €11 ($12.8) and a 3-star hotel €95 ($110) a night. A mid-range day is about $239 per person without flights ($85 on a shoestring). Paying more than €21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: A ticket gives 1 hour of unlimited transfers; validate it every time you board
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bordeaux/

## Boston, United States
In Boston (United States), a local meal costs about $23, a coffee $5.8, a 5 km taxi $17 and a 3-star hotel $300 a night. A mid-range day is about $484 per person without flights ($177 on a shoestring). Paying more than $32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From Logan, the SL1 bus is free to board and runs straight to South Station
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/boston/

## Bratislava, Slovakia
In Bratislava (Slovakia), a local meal costs about €10 ($11.6), a coffee €2.8 ($3.26), a 5 km taxi €7 ($8.14) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $217 per person without flights ($76 on a shoestring). Paying more than €13.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Flying into Vienna? Direct buses reach Bratislava in about an hour
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bratislava/

## Brașov, Romania
In Brașov (Romania), a local meal costs about lei 45 ($9.68), a coffee lei 14 ($3.01), a 5 km taxi lei 20 ($4.3) and a 3-star hotel lei 380 ($81.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $152 per person without flights ($60 on a shoestring). Paying more than lei 38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Most fly into Bucharest; trains and shuttles reach Brașov in about 3 hours
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/brasov/

## Brighton, United Kingdom
In Brighton (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £15 ($20.3), a coffee £3.7 ($5), a 5 km taxi £14 ($18.9) and a 3-star hotel £100 ($135) a night. A mid-range day is about $302 per person without flights ($117 on a shoestring). Paying more than £26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book taxis on Uber or the local Streamline Taxis app
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/brighton/

## Brisbane, Australia
In Brisbane (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 24 ($16), a coffee A$ 6 ($4), a 5 km taxi A$ 18 ($12) and a 3-star hotel A$ 180 ($120) a night. A mid-range day is about $248 per person without flights ($97 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Tap your contactless card instead of a go card — and always tap off
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/brisbane/

## Bristol, United Kingdom
In Bristol (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £16 ($21.6), a coffee £4 ($5.41), a 5 km taxi £10 ($13.5) and a 3-star hotel £110 ($149) a night. A mid-range day is about $311 per person without flights ($117 on a shoestring). Paying more than £19.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bristol Airport to centre: A1 Airport Flyer runs 24/7; tap on with contactless
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bristol/

## Brno, Czechia
In Brno (Czechia), a local meal costs about Kč 200 ($9.3), a coffee Kč 70 ($3.26), a 5 km taxi Kč 190 ($8.84) and a 3-star hotel Kč 2,200 ($102) a night. A mid-range day is about $183 per person without flights ($63 on a shoestring). Paying more than Kč 365 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Bolt or Uber rather than taxis waiting at the station
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/brno/

## Bruges, Belgium
In Bruges (Belgium), a local meal costs about €20 ($23.3), a coffee €4 ($4.65), a 5 km taxi €18 ($20.9) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $340 per person without flights ($109 on a shoestring). Paying more than €34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Eat a street or two away from the Markt; prices drop noticeably
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bruges/

## Brussels, Belgium
In Brussels (Belgium), a local meal costs about €19 ($22.1), a coffee €3.6 ($4.19), a 5 km taxi €14 ($16.3) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $303 per person without flights ($98 on a shoestring). Paying more than €26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bag theft from overhead racks is rising on trains, esp. Brussels–Amsterdam
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/brussels/

## Bucharest, Romania
In Bucharest (Romania), a local meal costs about lei 50 ($10.8), a coffee lei 17 ($3.66), a 5 km taxi lei 30 ($6.45) and a 3-star hotel lei 290 ($62.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $148 per person without flights ($53 on a shoestring). Paying more than lei 57.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the airport, order a cab at the touch-screen kiosk or use Bolt/Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bucharest/

## Budapest, Hungary
In Budapest (Hungary), a local meal costs about Ft 4,000 ($11.1), a coffee Ft 1,100 ($3.06), a 5 km taxi Ft 3,500 ($9.72) and a 3-star hotel Ft 33,000 ($91.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $184 per person without flights ($62 on a shoestring). Paying more than Ft 6,720 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check menu prices first; many bills already include service — don't tip twice
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/budapest/

## Budva, Montenegro
In Budva (Montenegro), a local meal costs about €11 ($12.8), a coffee €2.2 ($2.56), a 5 km taxi €6 ($6.98) and a 3-star hotel €80 ($93) a night. A mid-range day is about $187 per person without flights ($65 on a shoestring). Paying more than €11.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Tivat airport is closest; only use licensed taxis showing their rate
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/budva/

## Buenos Aires, Argentina
In Buenos Aires (Argentina), a local meal costs about AR$ 15,000 ($10.7), a coffee AR$ 5,000 ($3.57), a 5 km taxi AR$ 8,500 ($6.07) and a 3-star hotel AR$ 120,000 ($85.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $168 per person without flights ($55 on a shoestring). Paying more than AR$ 16,300 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pay by card or app; if paying a taxi in cash, give exact change to avoid fake-bill swaps
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/buenos-aires/

## Bukhara, Uzbekistan
In Bukhara (Uzbekistan), a local meal costs about soʻm 50,000 ($4.23), a coffee soʻm 30,000 ($2.54), a 5 km taxi soʻm 20,000 ($1.69) and a 3-star hotel soʻm 550,000 ($46.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $82 per person without flights ($26 on a shoestring). Paying more than soʻm 38,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: At Kagan station drivers quote tourist prices — check the Yandex Go fare first
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/bukhara/

## Busan, South Korea
In Busan (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,000 ($3.62), a 5 km taxi ₩8,000 ($5.8) and a 3-star hotel ₩95,000 ($68.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $135 per person without flights ($48 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩15,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Metro Line 2 serves Haeundae and Gwangalli; book taxis via Kakao T or Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/busan/

## Cairns, Australia
In Cairns (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 25 ($16.7), a coffee A$ 5.5 ($3.67), a 5 km taxi A$ 19 ($12.7) and a 3-star hotel A$ 145 ($96.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $227 per person without flights ($88 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 36.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never swim where croc signs are posted; wear a stinger suit in the wet season
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cairns/

## Cairo, Egypt
In Cairo (Egypt), a local meal costs about E£ 220 ($4.49), a coffee E£ 120 ($2.45), a 5 km taxi E£ 80 ($1.63) and a 3-star hotel E£ 3,000 ($61.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $94 per person without flights ($35 on a shoestring). Paying more than E£ 154 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 5, language 3, getting around 2, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ride with Uber/Careem; for camels or carriages fix the total price before you get on
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cairo/

## Calgary, Canada
In Calgary (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 25 ($18.4), a coffee C$ 6 ($4.41), a 5 km taxi C$ 17 ($12.5) and a 3-star hotel C$ 180 ($132) a night. A mid-range day is about $274 per person without flights ($100 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Heading to Banff? Book an airport shuttle — there's no Uber in Banff
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/calgary/

## Cali, Colombia
In Cali (Colombia), a local meal costs about COL$ 17,000 ($4.15), a coffee COL$ 9,000 ($2.2), a 5 km taxi COL$ 14,000 ($3.41) and a 3-star hotel COL$ 180,000 ($43.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $82 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than COL$ 26,900 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't head south to Jamundí/Cauca; inside Cali use app taxis only
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cali/

## Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
In Cameron Highlands (Malaysia), a local meal costs about RM 12 ($2.79), a coffee RM 10 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi RM 15 ($3.49) and a 3-star hotel RM 180 ($41.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $73 per person without flights ($25 on a shoestring). Paying more than RM 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book KL/Ipoh buses two days ahead on weekends; Friday afternoon runs crawl in traffic
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cameron-highlands/

## Can Tho, Vietnam
In Can Tho (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫35,000 ($1.33), a coffee ₫30,000 ($1.14), a 5 km taxi ₫70,000 ($2.66) and a 3-star hotel ₫700,000 ($26.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $47 per person without flights ($15 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫134,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book the floating-market boat through your hotel at a fixed price
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/can-tho/

## Canberra, Australia
In Canberra (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 22 ($14.7), a coffee A$ 5.2 ($3.47), a 5 km taxi A$ 19 ($12.7) and a 3-star hotel A$ 190 ($127) a night. A mid-range day is about $247 per person without flights ($96 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 36.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Major sights are spread around the lake — combine buses, Uber and bikes/e-scooters
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/canberra/

## Cancún, Mexico
In Cancún (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 200 ($10.8), a coffee MX$ 75 ($4.03), a 5 km taxi MX$ 130 ($6.99) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 2,800 ($151) a night. A mid-range day is about $247 per person without flights ($80 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 250 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Walk past airport 'free ride/tour' touts — it's timeshare; pre-book or take ADO
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cancun/

## Cape Town, South Africa
In Cape Town (South Africa), a local meal costs about R150 ($8.57), a coffee R38 ($2.17), a 5 km taxi R60 ($3.43) and a 3-star hotel R1,900 ($109) a night. A mid-range day is about $168 per person without flights ($66 on a shoestring). Paying more than R115 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: After dark take Uber/Bolt even for one block; hike Table Mountain in groups
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cape-town/

## Cappadocia, Türkiye
In Cappadocia (Türkiye), a local meal costs about ₺350 ($8.54), a coffee ₺180 ($4.39), a 5 km taxi ₺380 ($9.27) and a 3-star hotel ₺3,000 ($73.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $152 per person without flights ($57 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₺730 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pre-book the shuttle from Kayseri or Nevşehir airport
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cappadocia/

## Cartagena, Colombia
In Cartagena (Colombia), a local meal costs about COL$ 20,000 ($4.88), a coffee COL$ 9,000 ($2.2), a 5 km taxi COL$ 15,000 ($3.66) and a 3-star hotel COL$ 350,000 ($85.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $136 per person without flights ($43 on a shoestring). Paying more than COL$ 28,800 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Fix the total price before any massage, boat or tour; refuse 'free' gifts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cartagena/

## Casablanca, Morocco
In Casablanca (Morocco), a local meal costs about MAD 60 ($6.32), a coffee MAD 20 ($2.11), a 5 km taxi MAD 25 ($2.63) and a 3-star hotel MAD 600 ($63.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $115 per person without flights ($41 on a shoestring). Paying more than MAD 48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Say 'compteur' in petit taxis; if the driver refuses, just get out
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/casablanca/

## Catania, Italy
In Catania (Italy), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €1.8 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi €13 ($15.1) and a 3-star hotel €80 ($93) a night. A mid-range day is about $221 per person without flights ($62 on a shoestring). Paying more than €25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At night don't walk around the station — call a cab via FREENOW or Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/catania/

## Cebu, Philippines
In Cebu (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱200 ($3.51), a coffee ₱160 ($2.81), a 5 km taxi ₱150 ($2.63) and a 3-star hotel ₱2,100 ($36.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $70 per person without flights ($22 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Metered taxis or Grab only — cars waiting at hotels charge far more
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cebu/

## Chania, Greece
In Chania (Greece), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $231 per person without flights ($76 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the KTEL airport bus; taxis are scarce at night, so book one via FREENOW
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/chania/

## Charlotte, United States
In Charlotte (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $5.8, a 5 km taxi $12 and a 3-star hotel $160 a night. A mid-range day is about $306 per person without flights ($121 on a shoestring). Paying more than $23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: CLT airport is close to Uptown — CATS bus 5 or a short Uber is enough
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/charlotte/

## Chefchaouen, Morocco
In Chefchaouen (Morocco), a local meal costs about MAD 60 ($6.32), a coffee MAD 15 ($1.58), a 5 km taxi MAD 25 ($2.63) and a 3-star hotel MAD 550 ($57.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $102 per person without flights ($35 on a shoestring). Paying more than MAD 48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore bus-station touts offering rooms — their commission gets added to your bill
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/chefchaouen/

## Chengdu, China
In Chengdu (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥28 ($3.94), a 5 km taxi ¥18 ($2.54) and a 3-star hotel ¥320 ($45.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $85 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Chengdu has two airports (Tianfu TFU, Shuangliu CTU) - check which one before you go
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/chengdu/

## Chennai, India
In Chennai (India), a local meal costs about ₹150 ($1.79), a coffee ₹200 ($2.38), a 5 km taxi ₹150 ($1.79) and a 3-star hotel ₹2,800 ($33.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $55 per person without flights ($18 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the Metro straight from the airport to skip taxi haggling
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/chennai/

## Chiang Mai, Thailand
In Chiang Mai (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿80 ($2.42), a coffee ฿75 ($2.27), a 5 km taxi ฿100 ($3.03) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,100 ($33.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $67 per person without flights ($22 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿192 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Agree the fare before boarding a red songthaew - or just book Grab/Bolt
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/chiang-mai/

## Chiang Rai, Thailand
In Chiang Rai (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿60 ($1.82), a coffee ฿60 ($1.82), a 5 km taxi ฿90 ($2.73) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,100 ($33.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $59 per person without flights ($22 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿173 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Reach the White Temple by local bus from the city bus terminal rather than a tour
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/chiang-rai/

## Chicago, United States
In Chicago (United States), a local meal costs about $17, a coffee $5.5, a 5 km taxi $17 and a 3-star hotel $180 a night. A mid-range day is about $334 per person without flights ($118 on a shoestring). Paying more than $32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the 24-hour Blue Line from O'Hare — beats traffic and costs far less than a cab
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/chicago/

## Chongqing, China
In Chongqing (China), a local meal costs about ¥20 ($2.82), a coffee ¥22 ($3.1), a 5 km taxi ¥15 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel ¥280 ($39.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $72 per person without flights ($24 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check level and exit in Amap - map distance means little in this hilly city
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/chongqing/

## Christchurch, New Zealand
In Christchurch (New Zealand), a local meal costs about NZ$ 24 ($14.5), a coffee NZ$ 6 ($3.64), a 5 km taxi NZ$ 20 ($12.1) and a 3-star hotel NZ$ 170 ($103) a night. A mid-range day is about $215 per person without flights ($88 on a shoestring). Paying more than NZ$ 38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Akaroa and Arthur's Pass need a car or tour; book the TranzAlpine train ahead
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/christchurch/

## Cinque Terre, Italy
In Cinque Terre (Italy), a local meal costs about €20 ($23.3), a coffee €2.5 ($2.91), a 5 km taxi €14 ($16.3) and a 3-star hotel €160 ($186) a night. A mid-range day is about $357 per person without flights ($116 on a shoestring). Paying more than €26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Hiking and riding trains? Get the Cinque Terre Treno Card; always stamp paper tickets
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cinque-terre/

## Cluj-Napoca, Romania
In Cluj-Napoca (Romania), a local meal costs about lei 50 ($10.8), a coffee lei 15 ($3.23), a 5 km taxi lei 25 ($5.38) and a 3-star hotel lei 400 ($86) a night. A mid-range day is about $162 per person without flights ($60 on a shoestring). Paying more than lei 48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Bolt or Uber rather than hailing street taxis
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cluj-napoca/

## Coimbra, Portugal
In Coimbra (Portugal), a local meal costs about €10.5 ($12.2), a coffee €1.8 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi €8 ($9.3) and a 3-star hotel €85 ($98.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $190 per person without flights ($68 on a shoestring). Paying more than €15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Fast trains stop at Coimbra-B outside the centre; connect by local train, bus or taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/coimbra/

## Colmar, France
In Colmar (France), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €14 ($16.3) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $260 per person without flights ($89 on a shoestring). Paying more than €26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Visit the Christmas markets Tue–Thu mornings; Friday afternoons and Saturdays are packed
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/colmar/

## Cologne, Germany
In Cologne (Germany), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €20 ($23.3) and a 3-star hotel €110 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $284 per person without flights ($95 on a shoestring). Paying more than €38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Near the Dom and Hbf, be wary of 'lost tourists' with maps — a pickpocket ruse
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cologne/

## Colombo, Sri Lanka
In Colombo (Sri Lanka), a local meal costs about Rs 1,000 ($3.33), a coffee Rs 1,000 ($3.33), a 5 km taxi Rs 600 ($2) and a 3-star hotel Rs 15,000 ($50) a night. A mid-range day is about $87 per person without flights ($30 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 1,150 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore friendly strangers offering tips; book tuk-tuks on PickMe for fixed fares
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/colombo/

## Como, Italy
In Como (Italy), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €1.8 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi €14 ($16.3) and a 3-star hotel €150 ($174) a night. A mid-range day is about $340 per person without flights ($101 on a shoestring). Paying more than €26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: With NaviTap, tap out when you get off, and check the last ferry before dinner
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/como/

## Con Dao, Vietnam
In Con Dao (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫50,000 ($1.9), a coffee ₫50,000 ($1.9), a 5 km taxi ₫100,000 ($3.8) and a 3-star hotel ₫1,000,000 ($38) a night. A mid-range day is about $66 per person without flights ($20 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫192,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: No runway lights: flights stop by 4 pm and weather cancels them, so keep a buffer day
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/con-dao/

## Copenhagen, Denmark
In Copenhagen (Denmark), a local meal costs about kr 150 ($23.4), a coffee kr 52 ($8.12), a 5 km taxi kr 170 ($26.6) and a 3-star hotel kr 1,300 ($203) a night. A mid-range day is about $414 per person without flights ($138 on a shoestring). Paying more than kr 326 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Metro M2 links the airport 24/7 — no need for an expensive taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/copenhagen/

## Cork, Ireland
In Cork (Ireland), a local meal costs about €17 ($19.8), a coffee €3.8 ($4.42), a 5 km taxi €13 ($15.1) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $317 per person without flights ($119 on a shoestring). Paying more than €25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Airport buses 225/226 run every 30 min to the bus and train stations
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cork/

## Coron, Philippines
In Coron (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱150 ($2.63), a coffee ₱140 ($2.46), a 5 km taxi ₱150 ($2.63) and a 3-star hotel ₱2,800 ($49.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $79 per person without flights ($26 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check that island-tour prices include eco and entrance fees, and bring plenty of cash
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/coron/

## Cuenca, Ecuador
In Cuenca (Ecuador), a local meal costs about $4, a coffee $3, a 5 km taxi $3 and a 3-star hotel $50 a night. A mid-range day is about $91 per person without flights ($31 on a shoestring). Paying more than $5.76 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Carry $1–$20 bills — shops and taxis often can't break $50s or $100s
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cuenca/

## Cusco, Peru
In Cusco (Peru), a local meal costs about S/ 15 ($4.05), a coffee S/ 9 ($2.43), a 5 km taxi S/ 15 ($4.05) and a 3-star hotel S/ 230 ($62.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $107 per person without flights ($35 on a shoestring). Paying more than S/ 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book Machu Picchu tickets and trains weeks ahead; at night use only called/app taxis
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cusco/

## Da Lat, Vietnam
In Da Lat (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫45,000 ($1.71), a coffee ₫35,000 ($1.33), a 5 km taxi ₫75,000 ($2.85) and a 3-star hotel ₫700,000 ($26.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $50 per person without flights ($16 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫144,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From the airport, the shuttle bus or a fixed-fare cab is far cheaper than the meter
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/da-lat/

## Da Nang, Vietnam
In Da Nang (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫50,000 ($1.9), a coffee ₫45,000 ($1.71), a 5 km taxi ₫60,000 ($2.28) and a 3-star hotel ₫800,000 ($30.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $57 per person without flights ($18 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫115,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Go to Hoi An by app or shuttle; haggled cabs sometimes hike the fare on arrival
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/da-nang/

## Daegu, South Korea
In Daegu (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩9,500 ($6.88), a coffee ₩4,500 ($3.26), a 5 km taxi ₩7,100 ($5.14) and a 3-star hotel ₩85,000 ($61.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $122 per person without flights ($42 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩13,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Dongdaegu KTX makes Gyeongju and Busan easy day trips; call taxis on Kakao T
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/daegu/

## Daejeon, South Korea
In Daejeon (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩4,700 ($3.41), a 5 km taxi ₩7,000 ($5.07) and a 3-star hotel ₩80,000 ($58) a night. A mid-range day is about $119 per person without flights ($42 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩13,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Daejeon and Seodaejeon are different KTX stations — check your ticket
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/daejeon/

## Dahab, Egypt
In Dahab (Egypt), a local meal costs about E£ 120 ($2.45), a coffee E£ 70 ($1.43), a 5 km taxi E£ 80 ($1.63) and a 3-star hotel E£ 1,800 ($36.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $59 per person without flights ($22 on a shoestring). Paying more than E£ 154 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pre-book the Sharm airport transfer or agree the total taxi fare before leaving
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dahab/

## Dakar, Senegal
In Dakar (Senegal), a local meal costs about CFA 3,000 ($5.19), a coffee CFA 2,000 ($3.46), a 5 km taxi CFA 2,000 ($3.46) and a 3-star hotel CFA 45,000 ($77.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $134 per person without flights ($43 on a shoestring). Paying more than CFA 3,840 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.6/5 (very hard): rip-offs 4, language 4, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Skip airport money-changers and touts; take Yango or a pre-booked pickup
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dakar/

## Dali, China
In Dali (China), a local meal costs about ¥20 ($2.82), a coffee ¥25 ($3.52), a 5 km taxi ¥12 ($1.69) and a 3-star hotel ¥300 ($42.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $72 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Didi, not touting drivers; rental e-bike batteries rarely last a full Erhai loop
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dali/

## Dalian, China
In Dalian (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥25 ($3.52), a 5 km taxi ¥15 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel ¥280 ($39.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $78 per person without flights ($33 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Link your card to Alipay before arriving - small shops expect QR payment
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dalian/

## Dallas, United States
In Dallas (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $11 and a 3-star hotel $140 a night. A mid-range day is about $286 per person without flights ($114 on a shoestring). Paying more than $21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: DFW is far from downtown — the DART Orange Line saves a big Uber fare
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dallas/

## Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
In Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), a local meal costs about TSh 8,000 ($3.03), a coffee TSh 5,500 ($2.08), a 5 km taxi TSh 10,000 ($3.79) and a 3-star hotel TSh 160,000 ($60.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $97 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than TSh 19,200 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Bolt for fixed fares and keep phones away from open car windows
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dar-es-salaam/

## Darwin, Australia
In Darwin (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 20 ($13.3), a coffee A$ 5.5 ($3.67), a 5 km taxi A$ 16 ($10.7) and a 3-star hotel A$ 160 ($107) a night. A mid-range day is about $215 per person without flights ($101 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't swim in the sea or rivers (crocs, box jellyfish) — use pools or the Wave Lagoon
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/darwin/

## Davao, Philippines
In Davao (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱180 ($3.16), a coffee ₱160 ($2.81), a 5 km taxi ₱140 ($2.46) and a 3-star hotel ₱2,000 ($35.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $72 per person without flights ($22 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱269 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: UK/AU warn against travel here — check your travel insurance covers Davao
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/davao/

## Delhi, India
In Delhi (India), a local meal costs about ₹300 ($3.57), a coffee ₹250 ($2.98), a 5 km taxi ₹150 ($1.79) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,500 ($41.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $76 per person without flights ($25 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 5, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore anyone at New Delhi station saying the foreign-tourist ticket office is closed
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/delhi/

## Denver, United States
In Denver (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $15 and a 3-star hotel $180 a night. A mid-range day is about $341 per person without flights ($129 on a shoestring). Paying more than $28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the A Line from DEN and just tap your card — airport fare and day cap apply
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/denver/

## Dhaka, Bangladesh
In Dhaka (Bangladesh), a local meal costs about ৳250 ($2.05), a coffee ৳260 ($2.13), a 5 km taxi ৳280 ($2.3) and a 3-star hotel ৳5,000 ($41) a night. A mid-range day is about $67 per person without flights ($20 on a shoestring). Paying more than ৳538 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Avoid airport transfers at night; book Uber/Pathao cars instead of CNGs
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dhaka/

## Doha, Qatar
In Doha (Qatar), a local meal costs about QR 30 ($8.24), a coffee QR 20 ($5.49), a 5 km taxi QR 15 ($4.12) and a 3-star hotel QR 200 ($54.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $138 per person without flights ($42 on a shoestring). Paying more than QR 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the metro from the airport; in Karwa taxis make sure the meter is running
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/doha/

## Dresden, Germany
In Dresden (Germany), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €3.3 ($3.84), a 5 km taxi €20 ($23.3) and a 3-star hotel €90 ($105) a night. A mid-range day is about $264 per person without flights ($80 on a shoestring). Paying more than €38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: No Uber or Bolt here — use taxi ranks or the FREENOW app
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dresden/

## Dubai, UAE
In Dubai (UAE), a local meal costs about AED 35 ($9.54), a coffee AED 22 ($5.99), a 5 km taxi AED 20 ($5.45) and a 3-star hotel AED 500 ($136) a night. A mid-range day is about $229 per person without flights ($86 on a shoestring). Paying more than AED 38 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Flights get disrupted by the Iran conflict — check your airline app before leaving
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dubai/

## Dublin, Ireland
In Dublin (Ireland), a local meal costs about €18 ($20.9), a coffee €4.5 ($5.23), a 5 km taxi €13 ($15.1) and a 3-star hotel €175 ($203) a night. A mid-range day is about $369 per person without flights ($135 on a shoestring). Paying more than €25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Dublin Bus gives no change; buy a Leap card at the airport first
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dublin/

## Dubrovnik, Croatia
In Dubrovnik (Croatia), a local meal costs about €17 ($19.8), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €170 ($198) a night. A mid-range day is about $341 per person without flights ($130 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy the airport shuttle ticket beforehand — it isn't sold on board
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dubrovnik/

## Dumaguete, Philippines
In Dumaguete (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱150 ($2.63), a coffee ₱130 ($2.28), a 5 km taxi ₱120 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel ₱1,800 ($31.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $58 per person without flights ($18 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱230 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Agree the per-person tricycle fare before riding and carry small bills
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/dumaguete/

## Durban, South Africa
In Durban (South Africa), a local meal costs about R120 ($6.86), a coffee R40 ($2.29), a 5 km taxi R60 ($3.43) and a 3-star hotel R1,200 ($68.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $122 per person without flights ($48 on a shoestring). Paying more than R115 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Uber from King Shaka airport and don't walk the beachfront after dark
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/durban/

## Edinburgh, United Kingdom
In Edinburgh (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £14 ($18.9), a coffee £3.8 ($5.14), a 5 km taxi £11 ($14.9) and a 3-star hotel £120 ($162) a night. A mid-range day is about $313 per person without flights ($112 on a shoestring). Paying more than £21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book August Festival Fringe stays months ahead; room rates spike
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/edinburgh/

## Edmonton, Canada
In Edmonton (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 23 ($16.9), a coffee C$ 5.6 ($4.12), a 5 km taxi C$ 15 ($11) and a 3-star hotel C$ 160 ($118) a night. A mid-range day is about $246 per person without flights ($97 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Uber is easiest to/from YEG; in winter use the downtown Pedway tunnels
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/edmonton/

## El Calafate, Argentina
In El Calafate (Argentina), a local meal costs about AR$ 18,000 ($12.9), a coffee AR$ 6,000 ($4.29), a 5 km taxi AR$ 5,500 ($3.93) and a 3-star hotel AR$ 90,000 ($64.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $152 per person without flights ($60 on a shoestring). Paying more than AR$ 10,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: In peak season book glacier tours and your onward bus as soon as you arrive
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/el-calafate/

## El Nido, Philippines
In El Nido (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱150 ($2.63), a coffee ₱150 ($2.63), a 5 km taxi ₱150 ($2.63) and a 3-star hotel ₱4,000 ($70.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $99 per person without flights ($34 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bring cash before arriving, and keep your ETDF eco-fee receipt — it's valid 10 days
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/el-nido/

## Ella, Sri Lanka
In Ella (Sri Lanka), a local meal costs about Rs 1,000 ($3.33), a coffee Rs 1,000 ($3.33), a 5 km taxi Rs 1,500 ($5) and a 3-star hotel Rs 15,000 ($50) a night. A mid-range day is about $90 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 2,880 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Reserve the scenic train early; ask your guesthouse for fair tuk-tuk rates
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ella/

## Essaouira, Morocco
In Essaouira (Morocco), a local meal costs about MAD 70 ($7.37), a coffee MAD 15 ($1.58), a 5 km taxi MAD 25 ($2.63) and a 3-star hotel MAD 700 ($73.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $124 per person without flights ($45 on a shoestring). Paying more than MAD 48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the port fish grills, agree the price per kilo and watch it being weighed
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/essaouira/

## Faro, Portugal
In Faro (Portugal), a local meal costs about €10 ($11.6), a coffee €2 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi €6 ($6.98) and a 3-star hotel €85 ($98.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $190 per person without flights ($66 on a shoestring). Paying more than €11.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: For Algarve beaches use Bolt/Uber or a rental car — regional buses are infrequent
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/faro/

## Fethiye, Türkiye
In Fethiye (Türkiye), a local meal costs about ₺400 ($9.76), a coffee ₺140 ($3.41), a 5 km taxi ₺400 ($9.76) and a 3-star hotel ₺3,200 ($78) a night. A mid-range day is about $176 per person without flights ($53 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₺768 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Havaş buses from Dalaman airport cost a fraction of a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/fethiye/

## Fez, Morocco
In Fez (Morocco), a local meal costs about MAD 60 ($6.32), a coffee MAD 15 ($1.58), a 5 km taxi MAD 20 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel MAD 700 ($73.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $117 per person without flights ($40 on a shoestring). Paying more than MAD 38 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book a licensed official guide through your riad instead of taking street guides
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/fez/

## Florence, Italy
In Florence (Italy), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €2 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi €14 ($16.3) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $314 per person without flights ($103 on a shoestring). Paying more than €26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ask the total weight and price before ordering bistecca — cuts often top 1 kg
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/florence/

## Florianópolis, Brazil
In Florianópolis (Brazil), a local meal costs about R$ 35 ($6.48), a coffee R$ 10 ($1.85), a 5 km taxi R$ 22 ($4.07) and a 3-star hotel R$ 320 ($59.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $113 per person without flights ($39 on a shoestring). Paying more than R$ 42.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Stay near the beaches you want — crossing the island in summer traffic eats hours
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/florianopolis/

## Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil
In Foz do Iguaçu (Brazil), a local meal costs about R$ 32 ($5.93), a coffee R$ 12 ($2.22), a 5 km taxi R$ 20 ($3.7) and a 3-star hotel R$ 280 ($51.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $99 per person without flights ($40 on a shoestring). Paying more than R$ 38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Uber/99 can't cross into Argentina — take the border bus or a taxi for that side
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/foz-do-iguacu/

## Frankfurt, Germany
In Frankfurt (Germany), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €4.2 ($4.88), a 5 km taxi €16 ($18.6) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $306 per person without flights ($100 on a shoestring). Paying more than €30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pick a hotel outside the Bahnhofsviertel, or avoid its side streets after dark
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/frankfurt/

## Fukuoka, Japan
In Fukuoka (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,000 ($13.5) and a 3-star hotel ¥13,000 ($87.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $177 per person without flights ($57 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥3,840 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: The airport is two subway stops from Hakata — no need for a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/fukuoka/

## Füssen, Germany
In Füssen (Germany), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €3.8 ($4.42), a 5 km taxi €17.5 ($20.3) and a 3-star hotel €130 ($151) a night. A mid-range day is about $293 per person without flights ($102 on a shoestring). Paying more than €33.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book Neuschwanstein on the official shop — on-site tickets are same-day only and sell out
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/fussen/

## Galle, Sri Lanka
In Galle (Sri Lanka), a local meal costs about Rs 1,000 ($3.33), a coffee Rs 800 ($2.67), a 5 km taxi Rs 600 ($2) and a 3-star hotel Rs 15,000 ($50) a night. A mid-range day is about $84 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 1,150 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Walking the Fort ramparts is free — decline 'guides' who ask for a fee
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/galle/

## Galway, Ireland
In Galway (Ireland), a local meal costs about €17 ($19.8), a coffee €3.9 ($4.53), a 5 km taxi €13 ($15.1) and a 3-star hotel €150 ($174) a night. A mid-range day is about $335 per person without flights ($123 on a shoestring). Paying more than €25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: From Dublin Airport take a direct coach to Galway; no need to go via the city
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/galway/

## Galápagos, Ecuador
In Galápagos (Ecuador), a local meal costs about $7, a coffee $3.5, a 5 km taxi $2 and a 3-star hotel $100 a night. A mid-range day is about $169 per person without flights ($67 on a shoestring). Paying more than $3.84 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The park entry fee is cash only — bring plenty of small US bills from the mainland
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/galapagos/

## Gangneung, South Korea
In Gangneung (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,000 ($3.62), a 5 km taxi ₩7,100 ($5.14) and a 3-star hotel ₩100,000 ($72.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $130 per person without flights ($47 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩13,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Weekend KTX trains often sell out — book ahead on the Korail app
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/gangneung/

## Gdańsk, Poland
In Gdańsk (Poland), a local meal costs about zł 45 ($11.5), a coffee zł 17 ($4.36), a 5 km taxi zł 28 ($7.18) and a 3-star hotel zł 400 ($103) a night. A mid-range day is about $196 per person without flights ($69 on a shoestring). Paying more than zł 53.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Validate paper tickets: SKM before boarding, trams right after you get on
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/gdansk/

## Geneva, Switzerland
In Geneva (Switzerland), a local meal costs about CHF 25 ($29.4), a coffee CHF 5.2 ($6.12), a 5 km taxi CHF 23 ($27.1) and a 3-star hotel CHF 180 ($212) a night. A mid-range day is about $440 per person without flights ($159 on a shoestring). Paying more than CHF 44.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Hotel guests get a free Geneva Transport Card — ask for it at check-in
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/geneva/

## Ghent, Belgium
In Ghent (Belgium), a local meal costs about €18 ($20.9), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €15 ($17.4) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $305 per person without flights ($98 on a shoestring). Paying more than €28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Gent-Sint-Pieters station is far from the centre; tram 1 runs straight in
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ghent/

## Gili Trawangan, Indonesia
In Gili Trawangan (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 40,000 ($2.45), a coffee Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a 5 km taxi Rp 150,000 ($9.2) and a 3-star hotel Rp 800,000 ($49.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $95 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 288,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At Bangsal buy boat tickets only at the official office, never from touts on the road
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/gili-trawangan/

## Glasgow, United Kingdom
In Glasgow (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £15 ($20.3), a coffee £3.8 ($5.14), a 5 km taxi £11 ($14.9) and a 3-star hotel £100 ($135) a night. A mid-range day is about $288 per person without flights ($108 on a shoestring). Paying more than £21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From GLA take the 24/7 Airport Express 500 bus; quick and far cheaper than a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/glasgow/

## Goa, India
In Goa (India), a local meal costs about ₹250 ($2.98), a coffee ₹160 ($1.9), a 5 km taxi ₹220 ($2.62) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,000 ($35.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $66 per person without flights ($20 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹422 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the GoaMiles app or the airport prepaid taxi counter to lock the fare
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/goa/

## Gold Coast, Australia
In Gold Coast (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 24 ($16), a coffee A$ 5.5 ($3.67), a 5 km taxi A$ 19 ($12.7) and a 3-star hotel A$ 190 ($127) a night. A mid-range day is about $261 per person without flights ($94 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 36.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Swim only between the red-and-yellow flags — rip currents cause frequent rescues
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/gold-coast/

## Gothenburg, Sweden
In Gothenburg (Sweden), a local meal costs about kr 140 ($13.5), a coffee kr 48 ($4.62), a 5 km taxi kr 180 ($17.3) and a 3-star hotel kr 1,300 ($125) a night. A mid-range day is about $251 per person without flights ($94 on a shoestring). Paying more than kr 346 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: No cash on trams — buy tickets in the Västtrafik To Go app before boarding
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/gothenburg/

## Granada, Spain
In Granada (Spain), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €2.2 ($2.56), a 5 km taxi €8 ($9.3) and a 3-star hotel €80 ($93) a night. A mid-range day is about $199 per person without flights ($75 on a shoestring). Paying more than €15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy Alhambra tickets only on the official site — resellers charge several times more
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/granada/

## Grindelwald, Switzerland
In Grindelwald (Switzerland), a local meal costs about CHF 25 ($29.4), a coffee CHF 5 ($5.88), a 5 km taxi CHF 27 ($31.8) and a 3-star hotel CHF 250 ($294) a night. A mid-range day is about $536 per person without flights ($224 on a shoestring). Paying more than CHF 51.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.0/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ask your hotel for the Guest Card — local buses 121, 122 and 123 are then free
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/grindelwald/

## Guadalajara, Mexico
In Guadalajara (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 100 ($5.38), a coffee MX$ 60 ($3.23), a 5 km taxi MX$ 75 ($4.03) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,200 ($64.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $116 per person without flights ($40 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 144 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the airport buy a prepaid taxi ticket at the booth inside the terminal
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/guadalajara/

## Guam, Guam
In Guam, a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $16 and a 3-star hotel $150 a night. A mid-range day is about $306 per person without flights ($114 on a shoestring). Paying more than $30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Rent a car to go beyond Tumon; roads are poorly lit, so avoid driving after dark
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/guam/

## Guangzhou, China
In Guangzhou (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥25 ($3.52), a 5 km taxi ¥18 ($2.54) and a 3-star hotel ¥350 ($49.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $91 per person without flights ($34 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the official taxi rank or Didi zone - never drivers who approach you inside
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/guangzhou/

## Guayaquil, Ecuador
In Guayaquil (Ecuador), a local meal costs about $4.5, a coffee $3.5, a 5 km taxi $4.5 and a 3-star hotel $65 a night. A mid-range day is about $114 per person without flights ($38 on a shoestring). Paying more than $8.64 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.6/5 (very hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 5 (5 = hardest). Tip: Stick to Malecón 2000, Las Peñas and similar zones; move only by app taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/guayaquil/

## Guilin, China
In Guilin (China), a local meal costs about ¥20 ($2.82), a coffee ¥20 ($2.82), a 5 km taxi ¥15 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel ¥300 ($42.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $72 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never leave your passport as a bike-rental deposit - pay a cash deposit instead
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/guilin/

## Gwangju, South Korea
In Gwangju (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩9,000 ($6.52), a coffee ₩4,500 ($3.26), a 5 km taxi ₩7,500 ($5.43) and a 3-star hotel ₩70,000 ($50.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $108 per person without flights ($36 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩14,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: KTX arrives at Gwangju Songjeong — take metro Line 1 downtown
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/gwangju/

## Gyeongju, South Korea
In Gyeongju (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,500 ($3.99), a 5 km taxi ₩7,300 ($5.29) and a 3-star hotel ₩100,000 ($72.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $135 per person without flights ($48 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩14,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buses 10/11 loop to Bulguksa; a rented bike is best for the central tomb park
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/gyeongju/

## Ha Giang, Vietnam
In Ha Giang (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫50,000 ($1.9), a coffee ₫35,000 ($1.33), a 5 km taxi ₫65,000 ($2.47) and a 3-star hotel ₫650,000 ($24.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $46 per person without flights ($16 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫125,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.8/5 (very hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 5, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Riding without a valid licence (1968 IDP) voids insurance — go with a licensed easy rider
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ha-giang/

## Ha Long, Vietnam
In Ha Long (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫50,000 ($1.9), a coffee ₫45,000 ($1.71), a 5 km taxi ₫70,000 ($2.66) and a 3-star hotel ₫1,000,000 ($38) a night. A mid-range day is about $68 per person without flights ($23 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫134,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Before paying for a cruise, check what's included, Hanoi transfers too
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ha-long/

## Haiphong, Vietnam
In Haiphong (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫40,000 ($1.52), a coffee ₫45,000 ($1.71), a 5 km taxi ₫70,000 ($2.66) and a 3-star hotel ₫800,000 ($30.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $57 per person without flights ($17 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫134,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy Cat Ba ferry tickets at the official counter, not from touts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/haiphong/

## Hakodate, Japan
In Hakodate (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,100 ($7.43), a coffee ¥550 ($3.72), a 5 km taxi ¥2,200 ($14.9) and a 3-star hotel ¥12,000 ($81.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $181 per person without flights ($54 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,220 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy crab at morning-market stalls with posted prices; skip the ones calling you in
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hakodate/

## Hakone, Japan
In Hakone (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,200 ($8.11), a coffee ¥550 ($3.72), a 5 km taxi ¥2,300 ($15.5) and a 3-star hotel ¥25,000 ($169) a night. A mid-range day is about $270 per person without flights ($84 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,420 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: The Hakone Freepass covers trains, ropeway, boats and most buses; go early to beat crowds
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hakone/

## Halifax, Canada
In Halifax (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 24 ($17.6), a coffee C$ 5.8 ($4.26), a 5 km taxi C$ 15 ($11) and a 3-star hotel C$ 220 ($162) a night. A mid-range day is about $293 per person without flights ($109 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: No bus to Peggy's Cove — take a tour, rent a car or use Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/halifax/

## Hallstatt, Austria
In Hallstatt (Austria), a local meal costs about €17 ($19.8), a coffee €4.5 ($5.23), a 5 km taxi €18 ($20.9) and a 3-star hotel €180 ($209) a night. A mid-range day is about $387 per person without flights ($138 on a shoestring). Paying more than €34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Arrive before 9 am ahead of tour groups, and check the last ferry or bus back
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hallstatt/

## Hamburg, Germany
In Hamburg (Germany), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €4 ($4.65), a 5 km taxi €18 ($20.9) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $293 per person without flights ($100 on a shoestring). Paying more than €34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Harbour ferries (e.g. line 62) are covered by HVV transit tickets — skip paid boat tours
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hamburg/

## Hangzhou, China
In Hangzhou (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥30 ($4.23), a 5 km taxi ¥18 ($2.54) and a 3-star hotel ¥400 ($56.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $101 per person without flights ($35 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy West Lake boat and sight tickets at official piers or apps, not from touts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hangzhou/

## Hanoi, Vietnam
In Hanoi (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫70,000 ($2.66), a coffee ₫45,000 ($1.71), a 5 km taxi ₫75,000 ($2.85) and a 3-star hotel ₫800,000 ($30.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $61 per person without flights ($20 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫144,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At Noi Bai airport ignore driver touts — take an app ride or bus 86
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hanoi/

## Harbin, China
In Harbin (China), a local meal costs about ¥25 ($3.52), a coffee ¥22 ($3.1), a 5 km taxi ¥15 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel ¥300 ($42.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $75 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: In festival season book Didi or a private car instead of hailing street taxis
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/harbin/

## Heidelberg, Germany
In Heidelberg (Germany), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €3.6 ($4.19), a 5 km taxi €18 ($20.9) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $287 per person without flights ($98 on a shoestring). Paying more than €34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The castle ticket includes the Bergbahn funicular — don't buy a separate ride
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/heidelberg/

## Helsinki, Finland
In Helsinki (Finland), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €5 ($5.81), a 5 km taxi €15 ($17.4) and a 3-star hotel €130 ($151) a night. A mid-range day is about $302 per person without flights ($114 on a shoestring). Paying more than €28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.0/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: The airport is in zone C — buy an ABC ticket in the HSL app or risk a fine
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/helsinki/

## Heraklion, Greece
In Heraklion (Greece), a local meal costs about €12 ($14), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €7.5 ($8.72) and a 3-star hotel €90 ($105) a night. A mid-range day is about $209 per person without flights ($72 on a shoestring). Paying more than €14.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: City bus 1 links airport and centre; bus 2 goes to Knossos
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/heraklion/

## Hiroshima, Japan
In Hiroshima (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥480 ($3.24), a 5 km taxi ¥2,100 ($14.2) and a 3-star hotel ¥10,000 ($67.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $154 per person without flights ($45 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,030 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Miyajima: JR or streetcar to Miyajimaguchi, then ferry (JR ferry is covered by JR Pass)
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hiroshima/

## Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
In Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫60,000 ($2.28), a coffee ₫50,000 ($1.9), a 5 km taxi ₫70,000 ($2.66) and a 3-star hotel ₫1,000,000 ($38) a night. A mid-range day is about $68 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫134,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book Grab/Xanh SM instead of street taxis, and keep your phone pocketed by the road
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ho-chi-minh-city/

## Hobart, Australia
In Hobart (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 22 ($14.7), a coffee A$ 5.4 ($3.6), a 5 km taxi A$ 18 ($12) and a 3-star hotel A$ 180 ($120) a night. A mid-range day is about $238 per person without flights ($107 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the ferry to MONA; to see Tasmania beyond Hobart, rent a car
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hobart/

## Hoi An, Vietnam
In Hoi An (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫50,000 ($1.9), a coffee ₫55,000 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi ₫75,000 ($2.85) and a 3-star hotel ₫900,000 ($34.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $60 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫144,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: For tailoring, skip hotel referrals and compare quotes from several shops
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hoi-an/

## Hong Kong, Hong Kong
In Hong Kong, a local meal costs about HK$ 75 ($9.62), a coffee HK$ 45 ($5.77), a 5 km taxi HK$ 60 ($7.69) and a 3-star hotel HK$ 1,000 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $225 per person without flights ($76 on a shoestring). Paying more than HK$ 115 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Add Octopus to Apple Wallet before landing; in taxis make sure the meter is running
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hong-kong/

## Honolulu, United States
In Honolulu (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $6.5, a 5 km taxi $17 and a 3-star hotel $230 a night. A mid-range day is about $411 per person without flights ($152 on a shoestring). Paying more than $32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Rough surf and currents are the real danger — swim only at lifeguarded beaches
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/honolulu/

## Houston, United States
In Houston (United States), a local meal costs about $14, a coffee $5.2, a 5 km taxi $11 and a 3-star hotel $150 a night. A mid-range day is about $272 per person without flights ($101 on a shoestring). Paying more than $21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: In heavy rain never drive into flooded underpasses — "Turn Around, Don't Drown"
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/houston/

## Hua Hin, Thailand
In Hua Hin (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿100 ($3.03), a coffee ฿70 ($2.12), a 5 km taxi ฿160 ($4.85) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,500 ($45.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $83 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿307 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the green route songthaews or Grab instead of tuk-tuks - the price gap is big
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hua-hin/

## Hualien, Taiwan
In Hualien (Taiwan), a local meal costs about NT$ 130 ($4.13), a coffee NT$ 110 ($3.49), a 5 km taxi NT$ 200 ($6.35) and a 3-star hotel NT$ 2,800 ($88.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $141 per person without flights ($46 on a shoestring). Paying more than NT$ 384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Much of Taroko is still closed after the 2024 quake — check park notices before going
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hualien/

## Huangshan, China
In Huangshan (China), a local meal costs about ¥25 ($3.52), a coffee ¥20 ($2.82), a 5 km taxi ¥13 ($1.83) and a 3-star hotel ¥300 ($42.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $75 per person without flights ($32 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book shuttles and tickets in the official WeChat/Alipay mini-program with your passport
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/huangshan/

## Hue, Vietnam
In Hue (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫35,000 ($1.33), a coffee ₫35,000 ($1.33), a 5 km taxi ₫65,000 ($2.47) and a 3-star hotel ₫900,000 ($34.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $56 per person without flights ($20 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫125,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: For the royal tombs, a half-day driver beats hunting for app rides back
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hue/

## Hurghada, Egypt
In Hurghada (Egypt), a local meal costs about E£ 150 ($3.06), a coffee E£ 60 ($1.22), a 5 km taxi E£ 80 ($1.63) and a 3-star hotel E£ 2,200 ($44.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $72 per person without flights ($24 on a shoestring). Paying more than E£ 154 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Uber/Careem; with street taxis agree the fare first — don't trust the meter
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hurghada/

## Hvar, Croatia
In Hvar (Croatia), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €3 ($3.49), a 5 km taxi €15 ($17.4) and a 3-star hotel €150 ($174) a night. A mid-range day is about $326 per person without flights ($116 on a shoestring). Paying more than €28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From Split take the catamaran to Hvar town — car ferries dock at Stari Grad, 25 min away
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hvar/

## Hyderabad, India
In Hyderabad (India), a local meal costs about ₹250 ($2.98), a coffee ₹210 ($2.5), a 5 km taxi ₹170 ($2.02) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,500 ($41.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $73 per person without flights ($23 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹326 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the Pushpak airport bus or app cabs; book autos via Rapido or Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/hyderabad/

## Ibiza, Spain
In Ibiza (Spain), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €2.8 ($3.26), a 5 km taxi €11 ($12.8) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $305 per person without flights ($100 on a shoestring). Paying more than €21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Only take taxis from the official rank — anyone offering a fixed price is illegal
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ibiza/

## Incheon, South Korea
In Incheon (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,000 ($3.62), a 5 km taxi ₩7,600 ($5.51) and a 3-star hotel ₩85,000 ($61.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $124 per person without flights ($44 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩14,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: AREX links the airport and Seoul; late at night take limousine buses; book taxis by app
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/incheon/

## Innsbruck, Austria
In Innsbruck (Austria), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €3.8 ($4.42), a 5 km taxi €18 ($20.9) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $293 per person without flights ($97 on a shoestring). Paying more than €34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: The Innsbruck Card covers Nordkette cable cars, sights and city transit
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/innsbruck/

## Interlaken, Switzerland
In Interlaken (Switzerland), a local meal costs about CHF 24 ($28.2), a coffee CHF 5.5 ($6.47), a 5 km taxi CHF 28 ($32.9) and a 3-star hotel CHF 220 ($259) a night. A mid-range day is about $508 per person without flights ($181 on a shoestring). Paying more than CHF 53.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.0/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Jungfrau railway tickets are pricey — check Half Fare Card or pass discounts first
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/interlaken/

## Ipoh, Malaysia
In Ipoh (Malaysia), a local meal costs about RM 13 ($3.02), a coffee RM 12 ($2.79), a 5 km taxi RM 13 ($3.02) and a 3-star hotel RM 150 ($34.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $67 per person without flights ($23 on a shoestring). Paying more than RM 25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book the ETS train from KL in advance — weekend trains sell out
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ipoh/

## Istanbul, Türkiye
In Istanbul (Türkiye), a local meal costs about ₺450 ($11), a coffee ₺190 ($4.63), a 5 km taxi ₺320 ($7.8) and a 3-star hotel ₺3,500 ($85.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $174 per person without flights ($66 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₺614 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Hail taxis via BiTaksi or Uber, and count notes aloud as you pay
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/istanbul/

## Izmir, Türkiye
In Izmir (Türkiye), a local meal costs about ₺450 ($11), a coffee ₺170 ($4.15), a 5 km taxi ₺330 ($8.05) and a 3-star hotel ₺3,200 ($78) a night. A mid-range day is about $179 per person without flights ($55 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₺634 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The İZBAN train is the fast, cheap airport link
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/izmir/

## Jaipur, India
In Jaipur (India), a local meal costs about ₹300 ($3.57), a coffee ₹170 ($2.02), a 5 km taxi ₹150 ($1.79) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,000 ($35.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $64 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Any offer to buy gems to resell abroad for profit is a scam — walk away
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/jaipur/

## Jaisalmer, India
In Jaisalmer (India), a local meal costs about ₹150 ($1.79), a coffee ₹150 ($1.79), a 5 km taxi ₹200 ($2.38) and a 3-star hotel ₹2,500 ($29.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $51 per person without flights ($17 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book a vetted desert camp in advance — rides sold on the spot at Sam dunes cost more
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/jaisalmer/

## Jakarta, Indonesia
In Jakarta (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 30,000 ($1.84), a coffee Rp 38,000 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi Rp 42,000 ($2.58) and a 3-star hotel Rp 650,000 ($39.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $70 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 80,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: From the airport take the rail link or the official Bluebird queue; ignore touts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/jakarta/

## Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
In Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), a local meal costs about SAR 30 ($8), a coffee SAR 17 ($4.53), a 5 km taxi SAR 20 ($5.33) and a 3-star hotel SAR 350 ($93.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $167 per person without flights ($55 on a shoestring). Paying more than SAR 38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Visit Al-Balad in the evening; in daytime heat ride Uber/Careem instead of walking
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/jeddah/

## Jeju, South Korea
In Jeju (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,500 ($3.99), a 5 km taxi ₩7,500 ($5.43) and a 3-star hotel ₩90,000 ($65.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $133 per person without flights ($44 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩14,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Rental cars need an International Driving Permit; otherwise use buses or a taxi tour
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/jeju/

## Jeonju, South Korea
In Jeonju (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,000 ($3.62), a 5 km taxi ₩6,500 ($4.71) and a 3-star hotel ₩80,000 ($58) a night. A mid-range day is about $114 per person without flights ($42 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩12,500 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: KTX from Seoul ~2 h; from the station take a bus or Kakao T taxi to Hanok Village
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/jeonju/

## Johannesburg, South Africa
In Johannesburg (South Africa), a local meal costs about R170 ($9.71), a coffee R42 ($2.4), a 5 km taxi R100 ($5.71) and a 3-star hotel R1,900 ($109) a night. A mid-range day is about $187 per person without flights ($65 on a shoestring). Paying more than R192 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 5 (5 = hardest). Tip: Stay in Sandton/Rosebank; keep car windows up and doors locked at traffic lights
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/johannesburg/

## Johor Bahru, Malaysia
In Johor Bahru (Malaysia), a local meal costs about RM 14 ($3.26), a coffee RM 13 ($3.02), a 5 km taxi RM 10 ($2.33) and a 3-star hotel RM 180 ($41.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $78 per person without flights ($26 on a shoestring). Paying more than RM 19.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Cross the Causeway outside rush hours; use Grab around the city
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/johor-bahru/

## Kagoshima, Japan
In Kagoshima (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥550 ($3.72), a 5 km taxi ¥2,100 ($14.2) and a 3-star hotel ¥11,000 ($74.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $161 per person without flights ($49 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,030 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: The airport is ~1 hour out — take the frequent bus; a taxi costs a fortune
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kagoshima/

## Kampala, Uganda
In Kampala (Uganda), a local meal costs about USh 10,000 ($2.56), a coffee USh 9,000 ($2.31), a 5 km taxi USh 14,000 ($3.59) and a 3-star hotel USh 220,000 ($56.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $90 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than USh 26,900 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 5 (5 = hardest). Tip: US says do not travel (Ebola); if you go, use app cars, not street boda-bodas
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kampala/

## Kampot, Cambodia
In Kampot (Cambodia), a local meal costs about $3.5, a coffee $2, a 5 km taxi $3.5 and a 3-star hotel $35 a night. A mid-range day is about $70 per person without flights ($26 on a shoestring). Paying more than $6.72 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bring plenty of small, crisp US dollar notes from Phnom Penh
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kampot/

## Kanazawa, Japan
In Kanazawa (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,100 ($14.2) and a 3-star hotel ¥10,000 ($67.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $158 per person without flights ($44 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,030 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Get a bus day pass for Kenrokuen and Higashi Chaya — or rent a bike, often faster
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kanazawa/

## Kanchanaburi, Thailand
In Kanchanaburi (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿80 ($2.42), a coffee ฿60 ($1.82), a 5 km taxi ฿120 ($3.64) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,100 ($33.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $64 per person without flights ($22 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿230 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ride the Death Railway train and take the local bus to Erawan - far cheaper than tours
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kanchanaburi/

## Kandy, Sri Lanka
In Kandy (Sri Lanka), a local meal costs about Rs 900 ($3), a coffee Rs 900 ($3), a 5 km taxi Rs 600 ($2) and a 3-star hotel Rs 15,000 ($50) a night. A mid-range day is about $83 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 1,150 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Call PickMe a block away from the station to dodge driver intimidation
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kandy/

## Kansas City, United States
In Kansas City (United States), a local meal costs about $16, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $13 and a 3-star hotel $140 a night. A mid-range day is about $278 per person without flights ($101 on a shoestring). Paying more than $25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: KCI is far from downtown — check the RideKC airport bus before paying for Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kansas-city/

## Kaohsiung, Taiwan
In Kaohsiung (Taiwan), a local meal costs about NT$ 150 ($4.76), a coffee NT$ 120 ($3.81), a 5 km taxi NT$ 190 ($6.03) and a 3-star hotel NT$ 2,300 ($73) a night. A mid-range day is about $126 per person without flights ($41 on a shoestring). Paying more than NT$ 365 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Both the airport and HSR Zuoying are on the MRT Red Line — no taxi needed
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kaohsiung/

## Karachi, Pakistan
In Karachi (Pakistan), a local meal costs about Rs 600 ($2.14), a coffee Rs 650 ($2.32), a 5 km taxi Rs 500 ($1.79) and a 3-star hotel Rs 12,000 ($42.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $66 per person without flights ($22 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 960 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 5 (5 = hardest). Tip: Keep your phone out of sight on the street; book cars via app or hotel
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/karachi/

## Kathmandu, Nepal
In Kathmandu (Nepal), a local meal costs about Rs 300 ($2.22), a coffee Rs 250 ($1.85), a 5 km taxi Rs 350 ($2.59) and a 3-star hotel Rs 5,000 ($37) a night. A mid-range day is about $62 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 672 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the prepaid airport taxi, then Pathao/inDrive to lock in fares
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kathmandu/

## Kazbegi, Georgia
In Kazbegi (Georgia), a local meal costs about ₾25 ($9.26), a coffee ₾7 ($2.59), a 5 km taxi ₾25 ($9.26) and a 3-star hotel ₾150 ($55.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $127 per person without flights ($51 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₾48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: In winter the Gudauri–Kazbegi road often shuts for snow and avalanches; check before going
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kazbegi/

## Kelowna, Canada
In Kelowna (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 25 ($18.4), a coffee C$ 5.5 ($4.04), a 5 km taxi C$ 15 ($11) and a 3-star hotel C$ 210 ($154) a night. A mid-range day is about $283 per person without flights ($107 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Do the wineries on a shuttle tour — BC drink-driving checks are strict
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kelowna/

## Kenting, Taiwan
In Kenting (Taiwan), a local meal costs about NT$ 150 ($4.76), a coffee NT$ 130 ($4.13), a 5 km taxi NT$ 200 ($6.35) and a 3-star hotel NT$ 3,000 ($95.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $152 per person without flights ($51 on a shoestring). Paying more than NT$ 384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Scooter rental needs an IDP covering motorcycles plus your home licence (30 days)
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kenting/

## Khiva, Uzbekistan
In Khiva (Uzbekistan), a local meal costs about soʻm 70,000 ($5.92), a coffee soʻm 25,000 ($2.11), a 5 km taxi soʻm 9,000 ($0.76) and a 3-star hotel soʻm 500,000 ($42.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $78 per person without flights ($33 on a shoestring). Paying more than soʻm 17,300 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From Urgench airport, check the Yandex Go fare to Khiva before haggling with drivers
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/khiva/

## Kigali, Rwanda
In Kigali (Rwanda), a local meal costs about FRw 4,000 ($2.71), a coffee FRw 3,000 ($2.03), a 5 km taxi FRw 5,000 ($3.39) and a 3-star hotel FRw 90,000 ($61) a night. A mid-range day is about $94 per person without flights ($31 on a shoestring). Paying more than FRw 9,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: On moto-taxis wear the helmet provided and agree the fare before setting off
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kigali/

## Kitakyushu, Japan
In Kitakyushu (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,000 ($13.5) and a 3-star hotel ¥11,000 ($74.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $159 per person without flights ($45 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥3,840 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: One IC card (SUGOCA/Suica) covers JR, the Kokura monorail and Nishitetsu buses
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kitakyushu/

## Kobe, Japan
In Kobe (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,300 ($15.5) and a 3-star hotel ¥11,000 ($74.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $169 per person without flights ($48 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,420 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: From Kansai Airport, the Bay Shuttle ferry reaches Kobe Airport in about 30 min
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kobe/

## Kochi, India
In Kochi (India), a local meal costs about ₹200 ($2.38), a coffee ₹160 ($1.9), a 5 km taxi ₹180 ($2.14) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,000 ($35.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $60 per person without flights ($20 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹346 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Hop between Fort Kochi and Ernakulam by ferry or Water Metro — cheap and quick
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kochi/

## Koh Chang, Thailand
In Koh Chang (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿100 ($3.03), a coffee ฿70 ($2.12), a 5 km taxi ฿100 ($3.03) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,500 ($45.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $79 per person without flights ($31 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿192 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take shared songthaews at the posted pier fares; rides after 10 pm cost extra
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/koh-chang/

## Koh Lanta, Thailand
In Koh Lanta (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿100 ($3.03), a coffee ฿70 ($2.12), a 5 km taxi ฿150 ($4.55) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,600 ($48.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $86 per person without flights ($31 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ask your resort for the going tuk-tuk rate, or book its transfer, before hailing one
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/koh-lanta/

## Koh Phangan, Thailand
In Koh Phangan (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿80 ($2.42), a coffee ฿80 ($2.42), a 5 km taxi ฿200 ($6.06) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,500 ($45.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $85 per person without flights ($32 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the Full Moon Party never leave drinks unattended and pre-arrange your ride back
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/koh-phangan/

## Koh Samui, Thailand
In Koh Samui (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿120 ($3.64), a coffee ฿90 ($2.73), a 5 km taxi ฿150 ($4.55) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,800 ($54.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $96 per person without flights ($33 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Fix the taxi fare before getting in - check the Grab price first to compare
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/koh-samui/

## Koh Tao, Thailand
In Koh Tao (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿100 ($3.03), a coffee ฿80 ($2.42), a 5 km taxi ฿400 ($12.1) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,800 ($54.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $112 per person without flights ($35 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿768 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Film the scooter before renting and leave a cash deposit, never your passport
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/koh-tao/

## Kolkata, India
In Kolkata (India), a local meal costs about ₹180 ($2.14), a coffee ₹170 ($2.02), a 5 km taxi ₹150 ($1.79) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,600 ($42.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $65 per person without flights ($22 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the airport prepaid taxi booth or app cabs; make yellow taxis run the meter
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kolkata/

## Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
In Kota Kinabalu (Malaysia), a local meal costs about RM 10 ($2.33), a coffee RM 12 ($2.79), a 5 km taxi RM 11 ($2.56) and a 3-star hotel RM 180 ($41.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $71 per person without flights ($25 on a shoestring). Paying more than RM 21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book island-hopping boats at the official Jesselton Point counters
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kota-kinabalu/

## Kotor, Montenegro
In Kotor (Montenegro), a local meal costs about €12 ($14), a coffee €2.5 ($2.91), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €95 ($110) a night. A mid-range day is about $213 per person without flights ($73 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Agree the total taxi fare before getting in; local minibuses are cheap
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kotor/

## Krabi, Thailand
In Krabi (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿120 ($3.64), a coffee ฿80 ($2.42), a 5 km taxi ฿300 ($9.09) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,600 ($48.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $101 per person without flights ($32 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿576 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy Railay longtail tickets at the Ao Nang beach booth - boats leave once full
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/krabi/

## Kraków, Poland
In Kraków (Poland), a local meal costs about zł 42 ($10.8), a coffee zł 17 ($4.36), a 5 km taxi zł 22 ($5.64) and a 3-star hotel zł 340 ($87.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $166 per person without flights ($62 on a shoestring). Paying more than zł 42.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't follow promoters or friendly strangers into clubs — bills get padded
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/krakow/

## Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
In Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), a local meal costs about RM 12 ($2.79), a coffee RM 14 ($3.26), a 5 km taxi RM 13 ($3.02) and a 3-star hotel RM 220 ($51.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $85 per person without flights ($31 on a shoestring). Paying more than RM 25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take airport taxis only via the coupon counter; use Grab in the city
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kuala-lumpur/

## Kuching, Malaysia
In Kuching (Malaysia), a local meal costs about RM 12 ($2.79), a coffee RM 13 ($3.02), a 5 km taxi RM 11 ($2.56) and a 3-star hotel RM 160 ($37.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $68 per person without flights ($25 on a shoestring). Paying more than RM 21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bako National Park boats run by the tide — set off in the morning
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kuching/

## Kumamoto, Japan
In Kumamoto (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥1,900 ($12.8) and a 3-star hotel ¥10,000 ($67.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $150 per person without flights ($43 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥3,650 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Kumamoto buses no longer take Suica — tap a contactless credit card or pay cash
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kumamoto/

## Kunming, China
In Kunming (China), a local meal costs about ¥25 ($3.52), a coffee ¥22 ($3.1), a 5 km taxi ¥16 ($2.25) and a 3-star hotel ¥260 ($36.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $70 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy train tickets only via official 12306 or stations; use Didi instead of station touts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kunming/

## Kuwait City, Kuwait
In Kuwait City (Kuwait), a local meal costs about KD 3 ($9.72), a coffee KD 1.5 ($4.86), a 5 km taxi KD 2 ($6.48) and a 3-star hotel KD 40 ($130) a night. A mid-range day is about $219 per person without flights ($69 on a shoestring). Paying more than KD 3.84 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Landmines remain in the northern desert and some beaches — stay on marked tracks
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kuwait-city/

## Kyoto, Japan
In Kyoto (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,100 ($7.43), a coffee ¥600 ($4.05), a 5 km taxi ¥2,200 ($14.9) and a 3-star hotel ¥13,000 ($87.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $184 per person without flights ($53 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,220 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use subway/JR instead of packed city buses; start sightseeing early in peak season
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/kyoto/

## La Fortuna, Costa Rica
In La Fortuna (Costa Rica), a local meal costs about ₡4,000 ($8.74), a coffee ₡2,800 ($6.12), a 5 km taxi ₡5,000 ($10.9) and a 3-star hotel ₡36,000 ($78.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $168 per person without flights ($62 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₡9,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: 'Tourist info' desks are tour agents — booking direct with the operator is cheaper
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/la-fortuna/

## La Paz, Bolivia
In La Paz (Bolivia), a local meal costs about Bs 25 ($2.08), a coffee Bs 20 ($1.66), a 5 km taxi Bs 25 ($2.08) and a 3-star hotel Bs 350 ($29.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $51 per person without flights ($17 on a shoestring). Paying more than Bs 48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use radio taxis or apps, and never hand bags or cash to 'police' on the street
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/la-paz/

## Labuan Bajo, Indonesia
In Labuan Bajo (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a coffee Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a 5 km taxi Rp 30,000 ($1.84) and a 3-star hotel Rp 700,000 ($42.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $67 per person without flights ($30 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 57,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book airport pickup via your hotel; check weather and life jackets before any boat trip
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/labuan-bajo/

## Lagos, Nigeria
In Lagos (Nigeria), a local meal costs about ₦4,500 ($2.9), a coffee ₦6,000 ($3.87), a 5 km taxi ₦3,500 ($2.26) and a 3-star hotel ₦75,000 ($48.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $83 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₦6,720 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 1, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 5 (5 = hardest). Tip: Arrange a hotel airport pickup and move only by app car — never on foot at night
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/lagos/

## Lahore, Pakistan
In Lahore (Pakistan), a local meal costs about Rs 650 ($2.32), a coffee Rs 650 ($2.32), a 5 km taxi Rs 550 ($1.96) and a 3-star hotel Rs 11,000 ($39.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $64 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 1,060 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use inDrive/Careem instead of rickshaws; always bargain in the bazaars
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/lahore/

## Langkawi, Malaysia
In Langkawi (Malaysia), a local meal costs about RM 13 ($3.02), a coffee RM 10 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi RM 15 ($3.49) and a 3-star hotel RM 220 ($51.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $85 per person without flights ($34 on a shoestring). Paying more than RM 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Grab for airport and hotel runs; a rental car is easiest for touring the island
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/langkawi/

## Las Palmas, Spain
In Las Palmas (Spain), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €1.8 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi €7.3 ($8.49) and a 3-star hotel €105 ($122) a night. A mid-range day is about $231 per person without flights ($79 on a shoestring). Paying more than €14 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: No Uber or Bolt yet: use the PideTaxi app or metered green-light taxis from ranks
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/las-palmas/

## Las Vegas, United States
In Las Vegas (United States), a local meal costs about $18, a coffee $6.5, a 5 km taxi $16 and a 3-star hotel $150 a night. A mid-range day is about $308 per person without flights ($123 on a shoestring). Paying more than $30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Airport cabs to the Strip use flat zone fares — refuse a metered detour via the tunnel
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/las-vegas/

## Leipzig, Germany
In Leipzig (Germany), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €3.3 ($3.84), a 5 km taxi €19 ($22.1) and a 3-star hotel €85 ($98.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $240 per person without flights ($85 on a shoestring). Paying more than €36.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Stamp pre-bought paper tickets on board, or buy in the LeipzigMOVE app — inspectors fine
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/leipzig/

## Lijiang, China
In Lijiang (China), a local meal costs about ¥35 ($4.93), a coffee ¥25 ($3.52), a 5 km taxi ¥15 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel ¥250 ($35.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $73 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book Jade Dragon Snow Mountain via official channels; skip cheap tours touted at gates
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/lijiang/

## Lille, France
In Lille (France), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €3.3 ($3.84), a 5 km taxi €13 ($15.1) and a 3-star hotel €85 ($98.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $235 per person without flights ($81 on a shoestring). Paying more than €25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Eurostar and TGV from London or Brussels arrive right in the centre
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/lille/

## Lima, Peru
In Lima (Peru), a local meal costs about S/ 20 ($5.41), a coffee S/ 12 ($3.24), a 5 km taxi S/ 12 ($3.24) and a 3-star hotel S/ 200 ($54.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $103 per person without flights ($37 on a shoestring). Paying more than S/ 23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At Lima airport ignore taxi touts — use an app, the official counters or the airport bus
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/lima/

## Limassol, Cyprus
In Limassol (Cyprus), a local meal costs about €17 ($19.8), a coffee €3.8 ($4.42), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $265 per person without flights ($85 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Airport shuttle buses from Larnaca or Paphos cost far less than a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/limassol/

## Lisbon, Portugal
In Lisbon (Portugal), a local meal costs about €12 ($14), a coffee €2 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi €7 ($8.14) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $272 per person without flights ($93 on a shoestring). Paying more than €13.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Tram 28 is a pickpocket magnet — let packed cars pass or ride early morning
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/lisbon/

## Liverpool, United Kingdom
In Liverpool (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £13 ($17.6), a coffee £3.6 ($4.86), a 5 km taxi £9.5 ($12.8) and a 3-star hotel £100 ($135) a night. A mid-range day is about $271 per person without flights ($103 on a shoestring). Paying more than £18.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Airport: 500 bus to town; at rush hour switch to the train at South Parkway
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/liverpool/

## Ljubljana, Slovenia
In Ljubljana (Slovenia), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €2.2 ($2.56), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €110 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $246 per person without flights ($80 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: City buses take no cash — buy an Urbana card at a kiosk or machine first
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ljubljana/

## Lombok, Indonesia
In Lombok (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 30,000 ($1.84), a coffee Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a 5 km taxi Rp 30,000 ($1.84) and a 3-star hotel Rp 500,000 ($30.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $56 per person without flights ($18 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 57,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pre-book airport/harbour pickups via your hotel; skip the touts at arrival
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/lombok/

## London, United Kingdom
In London (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £17 ($23), a coffee £3.7 ($5), a 5 km taxi £16 ($21.6) and a 3-star hotel £180 ($243) a night. A mid-range day is about $438 per person without flights ($159 on a shoestring). Paying more than £30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Tap the same contactless card on Tube and bus; daily fare cap applies automatically
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/london/

## Los Angeles, United States
In Los Angeles (United States), a local meal costs about $18, a coffee $5.5, a 5 km taxi $18 and a 3-star hotel $200 a night. A mid-range day is about $368 per person without flights ($129 on a shoestring). Paying more than $34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At LAX, taxis and Uber/Lyft pick up at the LAX-it lot — take the free shuttle there
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/los-angeles/

## Los Cabos, Mexico
In Los Cabos (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 200 ($10.8), a coffee MX$ 60 ($3.23), a 5 km taxi MX$ 200 ($10.8) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,800 ($96.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $201 per person without flights ($66 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore airport touts and pre-book a shuttle — Uber can't pick up at arrivals
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/los-cabos/

## Luang Prabang, Laos
In Luang Prabang (Laos), a local meal costs about ₭50,000 ($2.27), a coffee ₭40,000 ($1.82), a 5 km taxi ₭60,000 ($2.73) and a 3-star hotel ₭770,000 ($35) a night. A mid-range day is about $61 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₭115,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Watch the alms round quietly from a distance; photograph rental bikes first
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/luang-prabang/

## Lucerne, Switzerland
In Lucerne (Switzerland), a local meal costs about CHF 25 ($29.4), a coffee CHF 5.5 ($6.47), a 5 km taxi CHF 28 ($32.9) and a 3-star hotel CHF 220 ($259) a night. A mid-range day is about $508 per person without flights ($173 on a shoestring). Paying more than CHF 53.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Swiss Travel Pass covers Rigi and lake boats; Pilatus is only half price
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/lucerne/

## Luxembourg, Luxembourg
In Luxembourg, a local meal costs about €22 ($25.6), a coffee €4.2 ($4.88), a 5 km taxi €20 ($23.3) and a 3-star hotel €130 ($151) a night. A mid-range day is about $345 per person without flights ($138 on a shoestring). Paying more than €38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Public transport is free — take the tram from the airport instead of a pricey taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/luxembourg/

## Luxor, Egypt
In Luxor (Egypt), a local meal costs about E£ 150 ($3.06), a coffee E£ 65 ($1.33), a 5 km taxi E£ 100 ($2.04) and a 3-star hotel E£ 2,500 ($51) a night. A mid-range day is about $79 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than E£ 192 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 5, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: For calèche or felucca rides agree total price, duration and stops before boarding
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/luxor/

## Lyon, France
In Lyon (France), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €3.8 ($4.42), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €110 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $266 per person without flights ($93 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Rhônexpress from the airport is far cheaper than a taxi and reaches Part-Dieu
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/lyon/

## Macau, Macau
In Macau, a local meal costs about MOP$ 60 ($7.44), a coffee MOP$ 40 ($4.96), a 5 km taxi MOP$ 60 ($7.44) and a 3-star hotel MOP$ 750 ($93.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $173 per person without flights ($59 on a shoestring). Paying more than MOP$ 115 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ride-hailing like Uber is illegal (passengers get fined) — use the free casino shuttles
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/macau/

## Machu Picchu, Peru
In Machu Picchu (Peru), a local meal costs about S/ 20 ($5.41), a coffee S/ 12 ($3.24), a 5 km taxi S/ 41 ($11.1) and a 3-star hotel S/ 220 ($59.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $129 per person without flights ($70 on a shoestring). Paying more than S/ 78.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy entry only at tuboleto.cultura.pe in your passport name; entry times are strict
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/machu-picchu/

## Madeira, Portugal
In Madeira (Portugal), a local meal costs about €11 ($12.8), a coffee €1.6 ($1.86), a 5 km taxi €8.5 ($9.88) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $213 per person without flights ($77 on a shoestring). Paying more than €16.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check levada closures and weather before hiking — first-timers do better on guided tours
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/madeira/

## Madrid, Spain
In Madrid (Spain), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €2.5 ($2.91), a 5 km taxi €11 ($12.8) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $267 per person without flights ($90 on a shoestring). Paying more than €21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never leave your phone or wallet on a bar or terrace table — a favourite target
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/madrid/

## Malacca, Malaysia
In Malacca (Malaysia), a local meal costs about RM 11 ($2.56), a coffee RM 10 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi RM 10 ($2.33) and a 3-star hotel RM 170 ($39.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $68 per person without flights ($24 on a shoestring). Paying more than RM 19.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The weekend night market is packed — guard valuables; use Grab to get around
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/malacca/

## Malé, Maldives
In Malé (Maldives), a local meal costs about Rf 100 ($6.49), a coffee Rf 50 ($3.24), a 5 km taxi Rf 30 ($1.95) and a 3-star hotel Rf 1,700 ($110) a night. A mid-range day is about $158 per person without flights ($54 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rf 57.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Public ferries to local islands cost far less than speedboats — check schedules
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/male/

## Manama, Bahrain
In Manama (Bahrain), a local meal costs about BD 3 ($7.98), a coffee BD 1.8 ($4.79), a 5 km taxi BD 2.5 ($6.65) and a 3-star hotel BD 40 ($106) a night. A mid-range day is about $188 per person without flights ($54 on a shoestring). Paying more than BD 4.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the airport insist on the meter, or book Careem/Uber instead
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/manama/

## Manchester, United Kingdom
In Manchester (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £13 ($17.6), a coffee £3 ($4.05), a 5 km taxi £11 ($14.9) and a 3-star hotel £140 ($189) a night. A mid-range day is about $339 per person without flights ($116 on a shoestring). Paying more than £21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Hail a black cab or book Uber/Bolt; never take an unbooked minicab off the street
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/manchester/

## Manila, Philippines
In Manila (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱280 ($4.91), a coffee ₱150 ($2.63), a 5 km taxi ₱220 ($3.86) and a 3-star hotel ₱3,500 ($61.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $107 per person without flights ($32 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱422 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Grab or NAIA's yellow airport taxis; avoid hailing street cabs
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/manila/

## Marrakech, Morocco
In Marrakech (Morocco), a local meal costs about MAD 60 ($6.32), a coffee MAD 20 ($2.11), a 5 km taxi MAD 30 ($3.16) and a 3-star hotel MAD 700 ($73.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $123 per person without flights ($44 on a shoestring). Paying more than MAD 58 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.6/5 (very hard): rip-offs 5, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore 'that way is closed' helpers — navigate the medina with an offline map
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/marrakech/

## Marseille, France
In Marseille (France), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €3.3 ($3.84), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €95 ($110) a night. A mid-range day is about $241 per person without flights ($83 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the airport–St-Charles shuttle; book Uber/Bolt for a fixed upfront taxi price
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/marseille/

## Matsuyama, Japan
In Matsuyama (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥550 ($3.72), a 5 km taxi ¥2,000 ($13.5) and a 3-star hotel ¥11,000 ($74.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $160 per person without flights ($48 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥3,840 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: An Iyotetsu day pass covers streetcars to Matsuyama Castle and Dogo Onsen
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/matsuyama/

## Maui, United States
In Maui (United States), a local meal costs about $18, a coffee $5.5, a 5 km taxi $20 and a 3-star hotel $250 a night. A mid-range day is about $420 per person without flights ($156 on a shoestring). Paying more than $38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Haleakalā sunrise needs a recreation.gov booking — released 60 days and 2 days ahead
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/maui/

## Mauritius, Mauritius
In Mauritius, a local meal costs about Rs 320 ($6.96), a coffee Rs 140 ($3.04), a 5 km taxi Rs 400 ($8.7) and a 3-star hotel Rs 4,600 ($100) a night. A mid-range day is about $175 per person without flights ($52 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 768 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Fix taxi fares before getting in and negotiate day-hire rates in advance
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/mauritius/

## Medan, Indonesia
In Medan (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 30,000 ($1.84), a coffee Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a 5 km taxi Rp 35,000 ($2.15) and a 3-star hotel Rp 550,000 ($33.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $57 per person without flights ($19 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 67,200 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the Railink train from Kualanamu and Grab/Gojek in town to skip haggling
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/medan/

## Medellín, Colombia
In Medellín (Colombia), a local meal costs about COL$ 16,000 ($3.9), a coffee COL$ 8,200 ($2), a 5 km taxi COL$ 14,000 ($3.41) and a 3-star hotel COL$ 200,000 ($48.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $90 per person without flights ($31 on a shoestring). Paying more than COL$ 26,900 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Refuse drinks from new acquaintances and don't bring dates to your room (scopolamine)
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/medellin/

## Melbourne, Australia
In Melbourne (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 24 ($16), a coffee A$ 5.6 ($3.73), a 5 km taxi A$ 18 ($12) and a 3-star hotel A$ 190 ($127) a night. A mid-range day is about $255 per person without flights ($103 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ride free inside the CBD Free Tram Zone; beyond it always touch on — fines are steep
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/melbourne/

## Mendoza, Argentina
In Mendoza (Argentina), a local meal costs about AR$ 16,000 ($11.4), a coffee AR$ 6,000 ($4.29), a 5 km taxi AR$ 6,500 ($4.64) and a 3-star hotel AR$ 110,000 ($78.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $154 per person without flights ($53 on a shoestring). Paying more than AR$ 12,500 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bike between Maipú wineries; Uco Valley needs a tour or a car
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/mendoza/

## Merzouga, Morocco
In Merzouga (Morocco), a local meal costs about MAD 70 ($7.37), a coffee MAD 20 ($2.11), a 5 km taxi MAD 50 ($5.26) and a 3-star hotel MAD 700 ($73.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $129 per person without flights ($47 on a shoestring). Paying more than MAD 96 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 4, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book camps directly with inclusions in writing; ignore roadside 'guides' near Rissani
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/merzouga/

## Meteora, Greece
In Meteora (Greece), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €8 ($9.3) and a 3-star hotel €75 ($87.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $188 per person without flights ($66 on a shoestring). Paying more than €15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Each monastery closes one weekday — all six open on weekends; bring cash
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/meteora/

## Mexico City, Mexico
In Mexico City (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 160 ($8.6), a coffee MX$ 70 ($3.76), a 5 km taxi MX$ 100 ($5.38) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,900 ($102) a night. A mid-range day is about $177 per person without flights ($58 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 192 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never hail taxis on the street — use Uber/DiDi or authorized sitio/airport taxis
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/mexico-city/

## Miami, United States
In Miami (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $5.5, a 5 km taxi $16 and a 3-star hotel $200 a night. A mid-range day is about $370 per person without flights ($127 on a shoestring). Paying more than $30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check whether gratuity is already on the bill before tipping again
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/miami/

## Milan, Italy
In Milan (Italy), a local meal costs about €17 ($19.8), a coffee €1.5 ($1.74), a 5 km taxi €14 ($16.3) and a 3-star hotel €150 ($174) a night. A mid-range day is about $332 per person without flights ($112 on a shoestring). Paying more than €26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: If someone tries to tie a string on your wrist at the Duomo, pull away and walk on
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/milan/

## Minneapolis, United States
In Minneapolis (United States), a local meal costs about $21, a coffee $6.1, a 5 km taxi $12 and a 3-star hotel $150 a night. A mid-range day is about $301 per person without flights ($116 on a shoestring). Paying more than $23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: In winter use the downtown Skyway network — street temperatures get brutal
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/minneapolis/

## Mirissa, Sri Lanka
In Mirissa (Sri Lanka), a local meal costs about Rs 1,000 ($3.33), a coffee Rs 900 ($3), a 5 km taxi Rs 600 ($2) and a 3-star hotel Rs 13,000 ($43.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $77 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 1,150 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Whale watching runs Nov–Apr — book a reputable operator through your guesthouse
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/mirissa/

## Miyazaki, Japan
In Miyazaki (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥450 ($3.04), a 5 km taxi ¥2,100 ($14.2) and a 3-star hotel ¥10,000 ($67.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $154 per person without flights ($45 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,030 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Do Aoshima and Udo Shrine on the one-day Visit Miyazaki Bus Pass instead of taxis
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/miyazaki/

## Mombasa, Kenya
In Mombasa (Kenya), a local meal costs about KSh 400 ($3.1), a coffee KSh 300 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi KSh 400 ($3.1) and a 3-star hotel KSh 8,000 ($62) a night. A mid-range day is about $98 per person without flights ($33 on a shoestring). Paying more than KSh 768 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Agree tuk-tuk fares upfront, using the Bolt/Uber price as your benchmark
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/mombasa/

## Monterrey, Mexico
In Monterrey (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 150 ($8.06), a coffee MX$ 80 ($4.3), a 5 km taxi MX$ 90 ($4.84) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,200 ($64.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $133 per person without flights ($45 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 173 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: No metro to the airport yet — Uber or DiDi is the easy option
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/monterrey/

## Montevideo, Uruguay
In Montevideo (Uruguay), a local meal costs about $U 600 ($15), a coffee $U 220 ($5.5), a 5 km taxi $U 420 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel $U 3,400 ($85) a night. A mid-range day is about $192 per person without flights ($63 on a shoestring). Paying more than $U 806 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: See Ciudad Vieja by day; after dark take an app ride rather than walking
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/montevideo/

## Montreal, Canada
In Montreal (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 22 ($16.2), a coffee C$ 5.5 ($4.04), a 5 km taxi C$ 17 ($12.5) and a 3-star hotel C$ 190 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $266 per person without flights ($99 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy the 747 fare at the airport machine by card — it's also a 24-hour transit pass
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/montreal/

## Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
In Mostar (Bosnia and Herzegovina), a local meal costs about KM 15 ($8.93), a coffee KM 2.5 ($1.49), a 5 km taxi KM 8 ($4.76) and a 3-star hotel KM 110 ($65.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $124 per person without flights ($47 on a shoestring). Paying more than KM 15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the Sarajevo–Mostar train: scenic and cheaper than the bus
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/mostar/

## Mui Ne, Vietnam
In Mui Ne (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫70,000 ($2.66), a coffee ₫40,000 ($1.52), a 5 km taxi ₫70,000 ($2.66) and a 3-star hotel ₫900,000 ($34.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $63 per person without flights ($19 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫134,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book the dune jeep tour through your hotel with price and stops fixed
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/mui-ne/

## Mumbai, India
In Mumbai (India), a local meal costs about ₹250 ($2.98), a coffee ₹230 ($2.74), a 5 km taxi ₹170 ($2.02) and a 3-star hotel ₹4,500 ($53.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $87 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹326 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ride local trains outside rush hour; buy first class or use the women's car
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/mumbai/

## Munich, Germany
In Munich (Germany), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €3.9 ($4.53), a 5 km taxi €19.5 ($22.7) and a 3-star hotel €160 ($186) a night. A mid-range day is about $343 per person without flights ($117 on a shoestring). Paying more than €37.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: For the airport S-Bahn buy the Airport-City-Day-Ticket instead of single fares
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/munich/

## Muscat, Oman
In Muscat (Oman), a local meal costs about OMR 2.5 ($6.5), a coffee OMR 1.8 ($4.68), a 5 km taxi OMR 2.5 ($6.5) and a 3-star hotel OMR 28 ($72.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $138 per person without flights ($43 on a shoestring). Paying more than OMR 4.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book taxis on OTaxi, or fix the fare before getting in — meters are rare
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/muscat/

## Mykonos, Greece
In Mykonos (Greece), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €4.5 ($5.23), a 5 km taxi €15 ($17.4) and a 3-star hotel €170 ($198) a night. A mid-range day is about $353 per person without flights ($115 on a shoestring). Paying more than €28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: See a priced menu before ordering — fish sold per kilo balloons the bill
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/mykonos/

## Málaga, Spain
In Málaga (Spain), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €2.2 ($2.56), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €105 ($122) a night. A mid-range day is about $232 per person without flights ($77 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the C1 train from the airport to Málaga Centro — quick and skips the taxi queue
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/malaga/

## Mérida, Mexico
In Mérida (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 150 ($8.06), a coffee MX$ 80 ($4.3), a 5 km taxi MX$ 75 ($4.03) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,100 ($59.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $125 per person without flights ($42 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 144 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Hammocks should be priced in pesos — a dollar quote means you're overpaying
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/merida/

## Nadi, Fiji
In Nadi (Fiji), a local meal costs about FJ$ 18 ($8.01), a coffee FJ$ 8 ($3.56), a 5 km taxi FJ$ 9 ($4.01) and a 3-star hotel FJ$ 220 ($98) a night. A mid-range day is about $171 per person without flights ($58 on a shoestring). Paying more than FJ$ 17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 1, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Fix the taxi fare before getting in, and ignore anyone offering to carve your name
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/nadi/

## Nagasaki, Japan
In Nagasaki (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥550 ($3.72), a 5 km taxi ¥2,300 ($15.5) and a 3-star hotel ¥12,000 ($81.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $176 per person without flights ($49 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,420 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Get a streetcar day pass to hop between Dejima, Peace Park and Glover Garden
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/nagasaki/

## Nagoya, Japan
In Nagoya (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥550 ($3.72), a 5 km taxi ¥2,400 ($16.2) and a 3-star hotel ¥11,000 ($74.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $167 per person without flights ($49 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,610 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: On weekends/holidays the Donichi Eco day pass covers subway and city buses
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/nagoya/

## Nairobi, Kenya
In Nairobi (Kenya), a local meal costs about KSh 600 ($4.65), a coffee KSh 400 ($3.1), a 5 km taxi KSh 500 ($3.88) and a 3-star hotel KSh 9,000 ($69.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $121 per person without flights ($38 on a shoestring). Paying more than KSh 960 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Get a Safaricom SIM with M-Pesa at the airport and use ride apps door to door
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/nairobi/

## Nanjing, China
In Nanjing (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥25 ($3.52), a 5 km taxi ¥16 ($2.25) and a 3-star hotel ¥320 ($45.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $82 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Museums need advance booking (often via WeChat) even when free; most close Mondays
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/nanjing/

## Naples, Italy
In Naples (Italy), a local meal costs about €12 ($14), a coffee €1.5 ($1.74), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $239 per person without flights ($77 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Before a cab moves, ask for the 'tariffa predeterminata' fixed fare listed in the car
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/naples/

## Nara, Japan
In Nara (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,100 ($7.43), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,400 ($16.2) and a 3-star hotel ¥13,000 ($87.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $186 per person without flights ($53 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,610 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Kintetsu gates take a tap of your foreign card, and Kintetsu-Nara is next to the park
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/nara/

## Nashville, United States
In Nashville (United States), a local meal costs about $18, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $14 and a 3-star hotel $180 a night. A mid-range day is about $327 per person without flights ($126 on a shoestring). Paying more than $26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Weekend-night Uber surge is steep downtown — stay nearby and walk
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/nashville/

## New Orleans, United States
In New Orleans (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $5, a 5 km taxi $15 and a 3-star hotel $180 a night. A mid-range day is about $340 per person without flights ($129 on a shoestring). Paying more than $28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At night stick to busy streets and take a cab/Uber even for short hops
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/new-orleans/

## New York, United States
In New York (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $23 and a 3-star hotel $270 a night. A mid-range day is about $467 per person without flights ($156 on a shoestring). Paying more than $44.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Costumed characters in Times Square expect a tip for photos — skip them if you won't pay
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/new-york/

## Nha Trang, Vietnam
In Nha Trang (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫55,000 ($2.09), a coffee ₫45,000 ($1.71), a 5 km taxi ₫75,000 ($2.85) and a 3-star hotel ₫600,000 ($22.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $51 per person without flights ($15 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫144,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Leave valuables at the hotel; after dark take an app car, not a xe om
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/nha-trang/

## Niagara Falls, Canada
In Niagara Falls (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 22 ($16.2), a coffee C$ 5.5 ($4.04), a 5 km taxi C$ 18 ($13.2) and a 3-star hotel C$ 180 ($132) a night. A mid-range day is about $260 per person without flights ($103 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: 'DMF'/'TIF' charges on hotel or restaurant bills aren't taxes — you can ask to remove them
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/niagara-falls/

## Nice, France
In Nice (France), a local meal costs about €18 ($20.9), a coffee €3.4 ($3.95), a 5 km taxi €13 ($15.1) and a 3-star hotel €135 ($157) a night. A mid-range day is about $308 per person without flights ($101 on a shoestring). Paying more than €25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From the airport skip the taxi: tram line 2 runs straight into the centre
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/nice/

## Ninh Binh, Vietnam
In Ninh Binh (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫60,000 ($2.28), a coffee ₫35,000 ($1.33), a 5 km taxi ₫70,000 ($2.66) and a 3-star hotel ₫700,000 ($26.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $51 per person without flights ($19 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫134,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ask whether the tip is included before boarding; firmly refuse onboard sales
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ninh-binh/

## Novi Sad, Serbia
In Novi Sad (Serbia), a local meal costs about RSD 1,200 ($12), a coffee RSD 280 ($2.8), a 5 km taxi RSD 750 ($7.5) and a 3-star hotel RSD 7,000 ($70) a night. A mid-range day is about $154 per person without flights ($54 on a shoestring). Paying more than RSD 1,440 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Order taxis from major firms by phone or app, not touts at the station
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/novi-sad/

## Oaxaca, Mexico
In Oaxaca (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 120 ($6.45), a coffee MX$ 60 ($3.23), a 5 km taxi MX$ 70 ($3.76) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,700 ($91.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $145 per person without flights ($51 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 134 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the airport buy a shared colectivo ticket at the counter instead of a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/oaxaca/

## Ohrid, North Macedonia
In Ohrid (North Macedonia), a local meal costs about ден 400 ($7.55), a coffee ден 120 ($2.26), a 5 km taxi ден 220 ($4.15) and a 3-star hotel ден 3,000 ($56.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $111 per person without flights ($36 on a shoestring). Paying more than ден 422 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buses from Skopje take about 3 hours; bring denar cash
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ohrid/

## Okinawa, Japan
In Okinawa (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥550 ($3.72), a 5 km taxi ¥1,700 ($11.5) and a 3-star hotel ¥13,000 ($87.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $168 per person without flights ($56 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥3,260 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: For the north book a rental car (IDP required) or a bus tour — Yui Rail stays in Naha
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/okinawa/

## Orlando, United States
In Orlando (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $5.5, a 5 km taxi $14 and a 3-star hotel $140 a night. A mid-range day is about $293 per person without flights ($115 on a shoestring). Paying more than $26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy park tickets only from official or authorized sellers — resold tickets often fail
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/orlando/

## Osaka, Japan
In Osaka (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,200 ($14.9) and a 3-star hotel ¥13,000 ($87.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $181 per person without flights ($55 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,220 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Osaka Metro gates take your foreign contactless card — no ticket machine needed
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/osaka/

## Oslo, Norway
In Oslo (Norway), a local meal costs about kr 200 ($18.9), a coffee kr 58 ($5.47), a 5 km taxi kr 200 ($18.9) and a 3-star hotel kr 1,500 ($142) a night. A mid-range day is about $308 per person without flights ($113 on a shoestring). Paying more than kr 384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Vy regional trains to the airport are cheaper than Flytoget and nearly as fast
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/oslo/

## Ottawa, Canada
In Ottawa (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 20 ($14.7), a coffee C$ 5.5 ($4.04), a 5 km taxi C$ 16 ($11.8) and a 3-star hotel C$ 210 ($154) a night. A mid-range day is about $275 per person without flights ($105 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Taxis are pricey — ride O-Train Line 4 from YOW and change at South Keys
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ottawa/

## Oxford, United Kingdom
In Oxford (United Kingdom), a local meal costs about £16 ($21.6), a coffee £3.7 ($5), a 5 km taxi £13 ($17.6) and a 3-star hotel £130 ($176) a night. A mid-range day is about $340 per person without flights ($131 on a shoestring). Paying more than £25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: From Heathrow take The Airline coach straight to Oxford; no need to go via London
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/oxford/

## Pai, Thailand
In Pai (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿60 ($1.82), a coffee ฿70 ($2.12), a 5 km taxi ฿120 ($3.64) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,100 ($33.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $61 per person without flights ($23 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿230 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: If you've never ridden a scooter, don't learn in Pai - use songthaews or tours
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/pai/

## Palau, Palau
In Palau, a local meal costs about $12, a coffee $4, a 5 km taxi $8 and a 3-star hotel $120 a night. A mid-range day is about $219 per person without flights ($86 on a shoestring). Paying more than $15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Rock Islands trips need a permit (valid 5 days); only mineral sunscreen is allowed
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/palau/

## Palawan, Philippines
In Palawan (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱150 ($2.63), a coffee ₱130 ($2.28), a 5 km taxi ₱150 ($2.63) and a 3-star hotel ₱3,000 ($52.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $82 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Withdraw cash in Puerto Princesa before heading to El Nido
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/palawan/

## Palermo, Italy
In Palermo (Italy), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €1.6 ($1.86), a 5 km taxi €11 ($12.8) and a 3-star hotel €85 ($98.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $224 per person without flights ($67 on a shoestring). Paying more than €21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the Prestia e Comandè shuttle or train from the airport; agree any taxi fare upfront
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/palermo/

## Palma de Mallorca, Spain
In Palma de Mallorca (Spain), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €2.8 ($3.26), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €150 ($174) a night. A mid-range day is about $311 per person without flights ($106 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the official airport taxi rank and confirm card payment before setting off
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/palma-de-mallorca/

## Pamukkale, Türkiye
In Pamukkale (Türkiye), a local meal costs about ₺350 ($8.54), a coffee ₺130 ($3.17), a 5 km taxi ₺250 ($6.1) and a 3-star hotel ₺2,700 ($65.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $132 per person without flights ($59 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₺480 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the dolmuş from platform 76 on the lower level of Denizli bus station — every 20 min
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/pamukkale/

## Panama City, Panama
In Panama City (Panama), a local meal costs about $9, a coffee $4.3, a 5 km taxi $5 and a 3-star hotel $80 a night. A mid-range day is about $156 per person without flights ($57 on a shoestring). Paying more than $9.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: If you take a yellow taxi, agree the fare first and refuse shared rides
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/panama-city/

## Paphos, Cyprus
In Paphos (Cyprus), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €90 ($105) a night. A mid-range day is about $236 per person without flights ($77 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bus 612 links Paphos airport with Kato Paphos harbour
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/paphos/

## Paris, France
In Paris (France), a local meal costs about €17 ($19.8), a coffee €4.5 ($5.23), a 5 km taxi €15 ($17.4) and a 3-star hotel €160 ($186) a night. A mid-range day is about $347 per person without flights ($122 on a shoestring). Paying more than €28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Airport taxis charge a flat fare to the city; only take official cabs from the rank
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/paris/

## Pattaya, Thailand
In Pattaya (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿120 ($3.64), a coffee ฿70 ($2.12), a 5 km taxi ฿66 ($2) and a 3-star hotel ฿1,300 ($39.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $77 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿127 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Hop on baht buses along their set route - naming a destination makes it a pricey charter
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/pattaya/

## Penang, Malaysia
In Penang (Malaysia), a local meal costs about RM 12 ($2.79), a coffee RM 12 ($2.79), a 5 km taxi RM 12 ($2.79) and a 3-star hotel RM 170 ($39.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $72 per person without flights ($25 on a shoestring). Paying more than RM 23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Carry small notes for hawker food and get around by Grab
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/penang/

## Perth, Australia
In Perth (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 24 ($16), a coffee A$ 6 ($4), a 5 km taxi A$ 17 ($11.3) and a 3-star hotel A$ 190 ($127) a night. A mid-range day is about $256 per person without flights ($98 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Free CAT buses cover the CBD; take the train to Fremantle
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/perth/

## Petra, Jordan
In Petra (Jordan), a local meal costs about JD 4 ($5.64), a coffee JD 3 ($4.23), a 5 km taxi JD 4 ($5.64) and a 3-star hotel JD 50 ($70.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $125 per person without flights ($59 on a shoestring). Paying more than JD 7.68 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Agree the total incl. tip before any horse or donkey ride — or simply walk
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/petra/

## Philadelphia, United States
In Philadelphia (United States), a local meal costs about $22, a coffee $5.1, a 5 km taxi $15 and a 3-star hotel $175 a night. A mid-range day is about $336 per person without flights ($129 on a shoestring). Paying more than $28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Avoid the Market-Frankford El through Kensington at night — take Uber instead
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/philadelphia/

## Phnom Penh, Cambodia
In Phnom Penh (Cambodia), a local meal costs about $3.5, a coffee $2.8, a 5 km taxi $2.5 and a 3-star hotel $45 a night. A mid-range day is about $81 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than $4.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: In tuk-tuks keep phone and bag inward; carry small, crisp dollar notes
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/phnom-penh/

## Phoenix, United States
In Phoenix (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $5.5, a 5 km taxi $12 and a 3-star hotel $130 a night. A mid-range day is about $275 per person without flights ($108 on a shoestring). Paying more than $23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: In summer hike only at dawn with plenty of water — midday heat kills visitors
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/phoenix/

## Phong Nha, Vietnam
In Phong Nha (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫50,000 ($1.9), a coffee ₫35,000 ($1.33), a 5 km taxi ₫90,000 ($3.42) and a 3-star hotel ₫900,000 ($34.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $58 per person without flights ($22 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫173,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book cave tours and airport pickup via your hotel; pay taxis only on arrival
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/phong-nha/

## Phu Quoc, Vietnam
In Phu Quoc (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫60,000 ($2.28), a coffee ₫50,000 ($1.9), a 5 km taxi ₫80,000 ($3.04) and a 3-star hotel ₫900,000 ($34.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $62 per person without flights ($30 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫154,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Riding a scooter without a valid licence voids insurance — use app rides
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/phu-quoc/

## Phuket, Thailand
In Phuket (Thailand), a local meal costs about ฿130 ($3.94), a coffee ฿80 ($2.42), a 5 km taxi ฿200 ($6.06) and a 3-star hotel ฿2,000 ($60.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $109 per person without flights ($36 on a shoestring). Paying more than ฿384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never hand over your passport as a deposit for a jet ski or scooter rental
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/phuket/

## Pittsburgh, United States
In Pittsburgh (United States), a local meal costs about $19, a coffee $5.3, a 5 km taxi $11 and a 3-star hotel $170 a night. A mid-range day is about $303 per person without flights ($122 on a shoestring). Paying more than $21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bridges and tunnels make driving confusing — rely on a navigation app
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/pittsburgh/

## Playa del Carmen, Mexico
In Playa del Carmen (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 180 ($9.68), a coffee MX$ 70 ($3.76), a 5 km taxi MX$ 120 ($6.45) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 2,500 ($134) a night. A mid-range day is about $223 per person without flights ($75 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 230 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: ADO buses run direct from Cancún airport — far cheaper than a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/playa-del-carmen/

## Plovdiv, Bulgaria
In Plovdiv (Bulgaria), a local meal costs about €9 ($10.5), a coffee €2 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi €6 ($6.98) and a 3-star hotel €70 ($81.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $157 per person without flights ($51 on a shoestring). Paying more than €11.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Order taxis from established firms by phone or app, not off the street
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/plovdiv/

## Pohang, South Korea
In Pohang (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩8,500 ($6.16), a coffee ₩4,500 ($3.26), a 5 km taxi ₩7,200 ($5.22) and a 3-star hotel ₩80,000 ($58) a night. A mid-range day is about $112 per person without flights ($40 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩13,800 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Stuck? Dial 1330 for the free tourist interpretation hotline (English OK)
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/pohang/

## Pokhara, Nepal
In Pokhara (Nepal), a local meal costs about Rs 350 ($2.59), a coffee Rs 250 ($1.85), a 5 km taxi Rs 400 ($2.96) and a 3-star hotel Rs 4,500 ($33.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $61 per person without flights ($19 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 768 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book treks via registered agencies; ultra-cheap deals hide risky shortcuts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/pokhara/

## Portland, United States
In Portland (United States), a local meal costs about $21, a coffee $5.5, a 5 km taxi $13 and a 3-star hotel $150 a night. A mid-range day is about $303 per person without flights ($119 on a shoestring). Paying more than $25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Oregon has no sales tax — save bigger purchases for Portland
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/portland/

## Porto, Portugal
In Porto (Portugal), a local meal costs about €10 ($11.6), a coffee €2 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi €8 ($9.3) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $211 per person without flights ($74 on a shoestring). Paying more than €15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy one Andante card and top it up — it covers metro and buses, airport included
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/porto/

## Positano, Italy
In Positano (Italy), a local meal costs about €25 ($29.1), a coffee €3 ($3.49), a 5 km taxi €55 ($64) and a 3-star hotel €280 ($326) a night. A mid-range day is about $662 per person without flights ($169 on a shoestring). Paying more than €106 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 4, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Confirm the set taxi fare before getting in; in summer the ferry beats the packed bus
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/positano/

## Poznań, Poland
In Poznań (Poland), a local meal costs about zł 45 ($11.5), a coffee zł 15 ($3.85), a 5 km taxi zł 22 ($5.64) and a 3-star hotel zł 300 ($76.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $160 per person without flights ($60 on a shoestring). Paying more than zł 42.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Hotel rates surge during Poznań trade-fair weeks — check the fair calendar
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/poznan/

## Prague, Czechia
In Prague (Czechia), a local meal costs about Kč 200 ($9.3), a coffee Kč 80 ($3.72), a 5 km taxi Kč 160 ($7.44) and a 3-star hotel Kč 2,200 ($102) a night. A mid-range day is about $180 per person without flights ($68 on a shoestring). Paying more than Kč 307 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never change money on the street; at exchange offices confirm the amount you'll get first
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/prague/

## Puerto Escondido, Mexico
In Puerto Escondido (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 100 ($5.38), a coffee MX$ 55 ($2.96), a 5 km taxi MX$ 80 ($4.3) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,100 ($59.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $109 per person without flights ($37 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 154 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the shared colectivo from the airport — cheap and quick
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/puerto-escondido/

## Puerto Natales, Chile
In Puerto Natales (Chile), a local meal costs about CLP$ 14,000 ($14.7), a coffee CLP$ 4,500 ($4.74), a 5 km taxi CLP$ 6,000 ($6.32) and a 3-star hotel CLP$ 100,000 ($105) a night. A mid-range day is about $209 per person without flights ($76 on a shoestring). Paying more than CLP$ 11,500 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Park tickets are sold only at pasesparques.cl at least 24 h ahead — none at the gate
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/puerto-natales/

## Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
In Puerto Vallarta (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 200 ($10.8), a coffee MX$ 75 ($4.03), a 5 km taxi MX$ 100 ($5.38) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,600 ($86) a night. A mid-range day is about $169 per person without flights ($57 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 192 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Airport 'free tour' offers are timeshare pitches — keep walking
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/puerto-vallarta/

## Pune, India
In Pune (India), a local meal costs about ₹200 ($2.38), a coffee ₹180 ($2.14), a 5 km taxi ₹150 ($1.79) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,000 ($35.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $62 per person without flights ($19 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book autos through Uber or Rapido for fixed fares without haggling
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/pune/

## Puno, Peru
In Puno (Peru), a local meal costs about S/ 15 ($4.05), a coffee S/ 10 ($2.7), a 5 km taxi S/ 8 ($2.16) and a 3-star hotel S/ 180 ($48.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $84 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than S/ 15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take day one easy to acclimatise, and pre-book hotel pickup if you arrive at night
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/puno/

## Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
In Punta Cana (Dominican Republic), a local meal costs about RD$ 400 ($6.71), a coffee RD$ 180 ($3.02), a 5 km taxi RD$ 420 ($7.05) and a 3-star hotel RD$ 4,800 ($80.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $150 per person without flights ($58 on a shoestring). Paying more than RD$ 806 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pre-book your airport transfer and fix any taxi fare before getting in
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/punta-cana/

## Qingdao, China
In Qingdao (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥25 ($3.52), a 5 km taxi ¥14 ($1.97) and a 3-star hotel ¥400 ($56.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $93 per person without flights ($33 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: At seafood stalls, watch the weighing and agree the total price before cooking
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/qingdao/

## Quebec City, Canada
In Quebec City (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 22 ($16.2), a coffee C$ 5.3 ($3.9), a 5 km taxi C$ 17 ($12.5) and a 3-star hotel C$ 185 ($136) a night. A mid-range day is about $259 per person without flights ($93 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Open with 'Bonjour' — staff usually switch to English for you
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/quebec-city/

## Queenstown, New Zealand
In Queenstown (New Zealand), a local meal costs about NZ$ 22 ($13.3), a coffee NZ$ 5.5 ($3.33), a 5 km taxi NZ$ 19 ($11.5) and a 3-star hotel NZ$ 200 ($121) a night. A mid-range day is about $232 per person without flights ($93 on a shoestring). Paying more than NZ$ 36.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Milford Road often closes for snow or heavy rain — check road status before driving
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/queenstown/

## Querétaro, Mexico
In Querétaro (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 130 ($6.99), a coffee MX$ 65 ($3.49), a 5 km taxi MX$ 85 ($4.57) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,000 ($53.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $114 per person without flights ($37 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 163 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Do San Miguel or Bernal by bus or tour, and avoid driving at night
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/queretaro/

## Quito, Ecuador
In Quito (Ecuador), a local meal costs about $5, a coffee $3, a 5 km taxi $5 and a 3-star hotel $55 a night. A mid-range day is about $109 per person without flights ($33 on a shoestring). Paying more than $9.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Carry small US bills; take only orange-plate licensed taxis or app rides
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/quito/

## Quy Nhon, Vietnam
In Quy Nhon (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫45,000 ($1.71), a coffee ₫40,000 ($1.52), a 5 km taxi ₫70,000 ($2.66) and a 3-star hotel ₫900,000 ($34.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $58 per person without flights ($19 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫134,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bike the beach promenade; travel between cities by day bus or train
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/quy-nhon/

## Rach Gia, Vietnam
In Rach Gia (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫35,000 ($1.33), a coffee ₫35,000 ($1.33), a 5 km taxi ₫70,000 ($2.66) and a 3-star hotel ₫650,000 ($24.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $45 per person without flights ($14 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫134,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Phu Quoc hydrofoils leave early in the morning; carry enough cash
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/rach-gia/

## Raleigh, United States
In Raleigh (United States), a local meal costs about $18, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $14 and a 3-star hotel $140 a night. A mid-range day is about $286 per person without flights ($110 on a shoestring). Paying more than $26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: GoTriangle buses link RDU airport and downtown cheaply; Uber is easy too
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/raleigh/

## Recife, Brazil
In Recife (Brazil), a local meal costs about R$ 30 ($5.56), a coffee R$ 12 ($2.22), a 5 km taxi R$ 17 ($3.15) and a 3-star hotel R$ 260 ($48.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $94 per person without flights ($32 on a shoestring). Paying more than R$ 32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Boa Viagem has shark warnings — swim only inside the reef pools at low tide
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/recife/

## Reykjavik, Iceland
In Reykjavik (Iceland), a local meal costs about kr 3,200 ($26.5), a coffee kr 750 ($6.22), a 5 km taxi kr 3,500 ($29) and a 3-star hotel kr 25,000 ($207) a night. A mid-range day is about $429 per person without flights ($142 on a shoestring). Paying more than kr 6,720 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check safetravel.is and road conditions before leaving town; roads close often in winter
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/reykjavik/

## Rhodes, Greece
In Rhodes (Greece), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €3.5 ($4.07), a 5 km taxi €8 ($9.3) and a 3-star hotel €110 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $243 per person without flights ($83 on a shoestring). Paying more than €15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Insist on the meter; the higher night tariff only applies midnight–5am
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/rhodes/

## Riga, Latvia
In Riga (Latvia), a local meal costs about €11 ($12.8), a coffee €3.9 ($4.53), a 5 km taxi €6 ($6.98) and a 3-star hotel €75 ($87.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $188 per person without flights ($66 on a shoestring). Paying more than €11.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never follow friendly strangers to a bar they choose — bills can be huge
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/riga/

## Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
In Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), a local meal costs about R$ 42 ($7.78), a coffee R$ 12 ($2.22), a 5 km taxi R$ 25 ($4.63) and a 3-star hotel R$ 450 ($83.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $149 per person without flights ($55 on a shoestring). Paying more than R$ 48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: GPS can route you into favelas — move around by Uber/99, not on foot to unknown areas
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/rio-de-janeiro/

## Rishikesh, India
In Rishikesh (India), a local meal costs about ₹250 ($2.98), a coffee ₹150 ($1.79), a 5 km taxi ₹250 ($2.98) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,000 ($35.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $64 per person without flights ($23 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹480 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Enter the Ganges only at safe ghats and raft only with licensed operators
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/rishikesh/

## Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
In Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), a local meal costs about SAR 30 ($8), a coffee SAR 16 ($4.27), a 5 km taxi SAR 18 ($4.8) and a 3-star hotel SAR 300 ($80) a night. A mid-range day is about $147 per person without flights ($52 on a shoestring). Paying more than SAR 34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the airport ignore drivers soliciting in arrivals — book Uber or Careem
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/riyadh/

## Rome, Italy
In Rome (Italy), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €1.8 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi €14 ($16.3) and a 3-star hotel €130 ($151) a night. A mid-range day is about $290 per person without flights ($98 on a shoestring). Paying more than €26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Fiumicino cabs charge a flat fare into the Aurelian Walls; use white licensed taxis only
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/rome/

## Ronda, Spain
In Ronda (Spain), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €2 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €90 ($105) a night. A mid-range day is about $222 per person without flights ($71 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Málaga–Ronda trains run only ~3 a day with a change at Antequera — book bus or train early
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ronda/

## Rotorua, New Zealand
In Rotorua (New Zealand), a local meal costs about NZ$ 22 ($13.3), a coffee NZ$ 5.5 ($3.33), a 5 km taxi NZ$ 22 ($13.3) and a 3-star hotel NZ$ 150 ($90.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $210 per person without flights ($91 on a shoestring). Paying more than NZ$ 42.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: No car? Book the i-SITE round-trip shuttle to Wai-O-Tapu and Waimangu ahead
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/rotorua/

## Rotterdam, Netherlands
In Rotterdam (Netherlands), a local meal costs about €17 ($19.8), a coffee €3.4 ($3.95), a 5 km taxi €17 ($19.8) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $303 per person without flights ($107 on a shoestring). Paying more than €32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Just tap a contactless bank card on trains and metro; no ticket needed
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/rotterdam/

## Rovaniemi, Finland
In Rovaniemi (Finland), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €4.5 ($5.23), a 5 km taxi €24 ($27.9) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $338 per person without flights ($119 on a shoestring). Paying more than €46.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bus 8 runs town–Santa Claus Village–airport — far cheaper than a taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/rovaniemi/

## Sa Pa, Vietnam
In Sa Pa (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫60,000 ($2.28), a coffee ₫45,000 ($1.71), a 5 km taxi ₫80,000 ($3.04) and a 3-star hotel ₫700,000 ($26.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $56 per person without flights ($20 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫154,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book trek guides through your hotel; carry cash for village entry fees
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sa-pa/

## Sacramento, United States
In Sacramento (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $14 and a 3-star hotel $150 a night. A mid-range day is about $301 per person without flights ($114 on a shoestring). Paying more than $26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: SMF sits well outside downtown — compare the airport bus with Uber before riding
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sacramento/

## Saipan, United States
In Saipan (United States), a local meal costs about $15, a coffee $5.5, a 5 km taxi $15 and a 3-star hotel $110 a night. A mid-range day is about $236 per person without flights ($82 on a shoestring). Paying more than $28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 4, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book a rental car ahead; in Garapan use the free hotel–DFS shuttle buses
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/saipan/

## Salt Lake City, United States
In Salt Lake City (United States), a local meal costs about $18, a coffee $5.8, a 5 km taxi $12 and a 3-star hotel $150 a night. A mid-range day is about $288 per person without flights ($112 on a shoestring). Paying more than $23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Downtown works on TRAX, but national parks and ski areas need a car or shuttle
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/salt-lake-city/

## Salvador, Brazil
In Salvador (Brazil), a local meal costs about R$ 35 ($6.48), a coffee R$ 14 ($2.59), a 5 km taxi R$ 18 ($3.33) and a 3-star hotel R$ 300 ($55.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $105 per person without flights ($37 on a shoestring). Paying more than R$ 34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the Lacerda Elevator between the lower city and Pelourinho — don't walk the hill
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/salvador/

## Salzburg, Austria
In Salzburg (Austria), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €4.2 ($4.88), a 5 km taxi €14 ($16.3) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $310 per person without flights ($100 on a shoestring). Paying more than €26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: The Salzburg Card bundles buses, the fortress funicular and main sights
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/salzburg/

## Samarkand, Uzbekistan
In Samarkand (Uzbekistan), a local meal costs about soʻm 60,000 ($5.08), a coffee soʻm 27,000 ($2.28), a 5 km taxi soʻm 20,000 ($1.69) and a 3-star hotel soʻm 600,000 ($50.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $90 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than soʻm 38,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The station is 5 km out — order Yandex Go instead of using station touts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/samarkand/

## San Antonio, United States
In San Antonio (United States), a local meal costs about $17, a coffee $5, a 5 km taxi $13 and a 3-star hotel $140 a night. A mid-range day is about $269 per person without flights ($102 on a shoestring). Paying more than $25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The four Spanish missions (UNESCO) are free to enter — no paid tour needed
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/san-antonio/

## San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico
In San Cristóbal de las Casas (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 100 ($5.38), a coffee MX$ 50 ($2.69), a 5 km taxi MX$ 70 ($3.76) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 900 ($48.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $94 per person without flights ($36 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 134 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bloqueos (road blockades) are common — travel to Palenque by day and check first
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/san-cristobal-de-las-casas/

## San Diego, United States
In San Diego (United States), a local meal costs about $22, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $14 and a 3-star hotel $180 a night. A mid-range day is about $344 per person without flights ($134 on a shoestring). Paying more than $26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The airport is close — MTS bus 992 or Uber beats a taxi to downtown
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/san-diego/

## San Francisco, United States
In San Francisco (United States), a local meal costs about $25, a coffee $6.5, a 5 km taxi $16 and a 3-star hotel $200 a night. A mid-range day is about $391 per person without flights ($149 on a shoestring). Paying more than $30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Leave nothing visible in a parked car — even an empty bag invites a smashed window
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/san-francisco/

## San José, Costa Rica
In San José (Costa Rica), a local meal costs about ₡5,000 ($10.9), a coffee ₡2,000 ($4.37), a 5 km taxi ₡3,500 ($7.65) and a 3-star hotel ₡37,500 ($82) a night. A mid-range day is about $180 per person without flights ($60 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₡6,720 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At SJO use the orange official airport taxis or an app — never touts' cars
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/san-jose/

## San Juan, Puerto Rico
In San Juan (Puerto Rico), a local meal costs about $15, a coffee $4.5, a 5 km taxi $11 and a 3-star hotel $175 a night. A mid-range day is about $298 per person without flights ($101 on a shoestring). Paying more than $21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ask for the Taxi Turístico flat-rate chart for airport and tourist-zone rides
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/san-juan/

## San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
In San Miguel de Allende (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 150 ($8.06), a coffee MX$ 65 ($3.49), a 5 km taxi MX$ 80 ($4.3) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 2,000 ($108) a night. A mid-range day is about $178 per person without flights ($58 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 154 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pre-book a shuttle from BJX or QRO and avoid arriving late at night
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/san-miguel-de-allende/

## San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
In San Pedro de Atacama (Chile), a local meal costs about CLP$ 12,000 ($12.6), a coffee CLP$ 3,500 ($3.68), a 5 km taxi CLP$ 5,000 ($5.26) and a 3-star hotel CLP$ 100,000 ($105) a night. A mid-range day is about $197 per person without flights ($76 on a shoestring). Paying more than CLP$ 9,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Withdraw pesos at Calama airport — San Pedro's ATMs often run out of cash
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/san-pedro-de-atacama/

## San Sebastián, Spain
In San Sebastián (Spain), a local meal costs about €18 ($20.9), a coffee €2.2 ($2.56), a 5 km taxi €10 ($11.6) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $307 per person without flights ($97 on a shoestring). Paying more than €19.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Uber launched here in 2026 and its app can also call local taxis
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/san-sebastian/

## Santa Marta, Colombia
In Santa Marta (Colombia), a local meal costs about COL$ 17,000 ($4.15), a coffee COL$ 6,000 ($1.46), a 5 km taxi COL$ 12,000 ($2.93) and a 3-star hotel COL$ 180,000 ($43.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $79 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than COL$ 23,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check Route 90 conditions before heading to Tayrona, and only travel it by day
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/santa-marta/

## Santiago, Chile
In Santiago (Chile), a local meal costs about CLP$ 11,000 ($11.6), a coffee CLP$ 3,500 ($3.68), a 5 km taxi CLP$ 5,000 ($5.26) and a 3-star hotel CLP$ 70,000 ($73.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $162 per person without flights ($51 on a shoestring). Paying more than CLP$ 9,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: At SCL airport ignore drivers who approach you; use official counters, apps or airport bus
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/santiago/

## Santorini, Greece
In Santorini (Greece), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €4.5 ($5.23), a 5 km taxi €18 ($20.9) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $321 per person without flights ($99 on a shoestring). Paying more than €34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pre-book airport and port transfers — taxis run out in peak season
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/santorini/

## Sanya, China
In Sanya (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥18 ($2.54), a 5 km taxi ¥18 ($2.54) and a 3-star hotel ¥350 ($49.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $88 per person without flights ($34 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Eat seafood only where per-jin prices are posted; confirm cooking fee, weigh it drained
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sanya/

## Sapporo, Japan
In Sapporo (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥520 ($3.51), a 5 km taxi ¥2,100 ($14.2) and a 3-star hotel ¥14,000 ($94.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $186 per person without flights ($55 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,030 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: At seafood markets confirm crab price per gram first; ignore Susukino street touts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sapporo/

## Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
In Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina), a local meal costs about KM 18 ($10.7), a coffee KM 4 ($2.38), a 5 km taxi KM 15 ($8.93) and a 3-star hotel KM 130 ($77.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $156 per person without flights ($54 on a shoestring). Paying more than KM 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Walk 600m from the airport to the Dobrinja trolleybus, or confirm cab fare
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sarajevo/

## Saranda, Albania
In Saranda (Albania), a local meal costs about L800 ($9.85), a coffee L180 ($2.22), a 5 km taxi L700 ($8.62) and a 3-star hotel L7,000 ($86.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $171 per person without flights ($59 on a shoestring). Paying more than L1,340 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ask prices in lek and pay in lek — euro prices get rounded up
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/saranda/

## Seattle, United States
In Seattle (United States), a local meal costs about $22, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $16 and a 3-star hotel $180 a night. A mid-range day is about $355 per person without flights ($138 on a shoestring). Paying more than $30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Skip the cab from SEA — Link light rail goes straight downtown with no traffic
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/seattle/

## Sendai, Japan
In Sendai (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥520 ($3.51), a 5 km taxi ¥2,200 ($14.9) and a 3-star hotel ¥10,000 ($67.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $156 per person without flights ($45 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,220 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the Loople bus day pass for city sights; take the JR Senseki Line to Matsushima
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sendai/

## Seoul, South Korea
In Seoul (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,500 ($3.99), a 5 km taxi ₩8,500 ($6.16) and a 3-star hotel ₩110,000 ($79.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $150 per person without flights ($47 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩16,300 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use Naver Map, not Google Maps; hail taxis via Kakao T, K.Ride or Uber and pay by card
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/seoul/

## Seville, Spain
In Seville (Spain), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €1.8 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €105 ($122) a night. A mid-range day is about $232 per person without flights ($78 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Airport taxis charge a fixed fare to the centre — don't pay more than the posted rate
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/seville/

## Seychelles, Seychelles
In Seychelles, a local meal costs about SCR 200 ($13.6), a coffee SCR 90 ($6.1), a 5 km taxi SCR 300 ($20.3) and a 3-star hotel SCR 2,000 ($136) a night. A mid-range day is about $278 per person without flights ($86 on a shoestring). Paying more than SCR 576 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Carry small rupee notes for SPTC buses; taxis are pricey — agree the fare first
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/seychelles/

## Shanghai, China
In Shanghai (China), a local meal costs about ¥35 ($4.93), a coffee ¥28 ($3.94), a 5 km taxi ¥20 ($2.82) and a 3-star hotel ¥500 ($70.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $118 per person without flights ($43 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore drivers soliciting at Pudong/Hongqiao - take Metro Line 2, the Maglev or Didi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/shanghai/

## Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
In Sharm El Sheikh (Egypt), a local meal costs about E£ 300 ($6.12), a coffee E£ 100 ($2.04), a 5 km taxi E£ 120 ($2.45) and a 3-star hotel E£ 2,300 ($46.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $91 per person without flights ($28 on a shoestring). Paying more than E£ 230 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Taxi meters aren't used: agree the total in Egyptian pounds before riding, or use inDrive
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sharm-el-sheikh/

## Shenzhen, China
In Shenzhen (China), a local meal costs about ¥28 ($3.94), a coffee ¥25 ($3.52), a 5 km taxi ¥17 ($2.39) and a 3-star hotel ¥350 ($49.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $90 per person without flights ($36 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 1, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Set up Alipay and Didi before crossing from Hong Kong - Uber and Octopus don't work here
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/shenzhen/

## Siargao, Philippines
In Siargao (Philippines), a local meal costs about ₱200 ($3.51), a coffee ₱150 ($2.63), a 5 km taxi ₱200 ($3.51) and a 3-star hotel ₱2,500 ($43.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $80 per person without flights ($26 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₱384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 4, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bring enough cash before flying in — there are only a few ATMs on the island
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/siargao/

## Siem Reap, Cambodia
In Siem Reap (Cambodia), a local meal costs about $3.5, a coffee $2.5, a 5 km taxi $2.5 and a 3-star hotel $35 a night. A mid-range day is about $68 per person without flights ($34 on a shoestring). Paying more than $4.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Fix a full-day Angkor tuk-tuk price via your hotel; use PassApp in town
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/siem-reap/

## Siena, Italy
In Siena (Italy), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €1.8 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi €11 ($12.8) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $272 per person without flights ($94 on a shoestring). Paying more than €21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Drivers: park at an escalator car park outside the walls and walk in
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/siena/

## Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
In Sigiriya (Sri Lanka), a local meal costs about Rs 800 ($2.67), a coffee Rs 900 ($3), a 5 km taxi Rs 800 ($2.67) and a 3-star hotel Rs 13,000 ($43.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $75 per person without flights ($36 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rs 1,540 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 4, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't walk roads after dark (wild elephants); bring cash, the ATM by the rock often fails
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sigiriya/

## Sihanoukville, Cambodia
In Sihanoukville (Cambodia), a local meal costs about $3.5, a coffee $2.5, a 5 km taxi $3 and a 3-star hotel $41 a night. A mid-range day is about $75 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than $5.76 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Leave valuables at the hotel for the beach; ride app cars after dark
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sihanoukville/

## Singapore, Singapore
In Singapore, a local meal costs about S$ 8 ($6.15), a coffee S$ 6.5 ($5), a 5 km taxi S$ 12 ($9.23) and a 3-star hotel S$ 200 ($154) a night. A mid-range day is about $249 per person without flights ($84 on a shoestring). Paying more than S$ 23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.0/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: No transit card needed: tap your contactless bank card on MRT and buses
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/singapore/

## Sintra, Portugal
In Sintra (Portugal), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €2 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €110 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $241 per person without flights ($92 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book Pena Palace timed tickets online in advance and get there before 10 am
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sintra/

## Skopje, North Macedonia
In Skopje (North Macedonia), a local meal costs about ден 450 ($8.49), a coffee ден 120 ($2.26), a 5 km taxi ден 220 ($4.15) and a 3-star hotel ден 3,700 ($69.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $127 per person without flights ($44 on a shoestring). Paying more than ден 422 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the Vardar Express airport bus or a metered taxi into town
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/skopje/

## Sofia, Bulgaria
In Sofia (Bulgaria), a local meal costs about €12 ($14), a coffee €2.6 ($3.02), a 5 km taxi €5.5 ($6.4) and a 3-star hotel €60 ($69.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $164 per person without flights ($54 on a shoestring). Paying more than €10.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the airport, only take a cab from the official OK Supertrans desk
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sofia/

## Sokcho, South Korea
In Sokcho (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,000 ($3.62), a 5 km taxi ₩7,500 ($5.43) and a 3-star hotel ₩100,000 ($72.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $135 per person without flights ($49 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩14,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Sokcho has two bus terminals (express vs intercity) 3 km apart — check which one
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sokcho/

## Split, Croatia
In Split (Croatia), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €2.5 ($2.91), a 5 km taxi €8 ($9.3) and a 3-star hotel €120 ($140) a night. A mid-range day is about $266 per person without flights ($88 on a shoestring). Paying more than €15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Agree the fare before boarding an airport taxi, or just call Bolt or Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/split/

## Stockholm, Sweden
In Stockholm (Sweden), a local meal costs about kr 150 ($14.4), a coffee kr 55 ($5.29), a 5 km taxi kr 200 ($19.2) and a 3-star hotel kr 1,600 ($154) a night. A mid-range day is about $296 per person without flights ($107 on a shoestring). Paying more than kr 384 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Check the yellow comparison-price sticker on the taxi window before getting in
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/stockholm/

## Strasbourg, France
In Strasbourg (France), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €3.2 ($3.72), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $253 per person without flights ($87 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the airport buy the train + tram/bus 24h combined ticket — it covers the whole city
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/strasbourg/

## Surabaya, Indonesia
In Surabaya (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 20,000 ($1.23), a coffee Rp 35,000 ($2.15), a 5 km taxi Rp 28,000 ($1.72) and a 3-star hotel Rp 450,000 ($27.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $47 per person without flights ($15 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 53,800 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From Juanda use DAMRI or apps; refuse any taxi that won't run the meter
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/surabaya/

## Suwon, South Korea
In Suwon (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩9,500 ($6.88), a coffee ₩4,700 ($3.41), a 5 km taxi ₩8,000 ($5.8) and a 3-star hotel ₩90,000 ($65.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $125 per person without flights ($42 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩15,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buses 11/13 run from Suwon Station to Hwaseong; walking the wall takes half a day
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/suwon/

## Suzhou, China
In Suzhou (China), a local meal costs about ¥25 ($3.52), a coffee ¥28 ($3.94), a 5 km taxi ¥16 ($2.25) and a 3-star hotel ¥300 ($42.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $78 per person without flights ($29 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The Humble Administrator's Garden sells out - book online ahead with your passport
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/suzhou/

## Sydney, Australia
In Sydney (Australia), a local meal costs about A$ 20 ($13.3), a coffee A$ 5.5 ($3.67), a 5 km taxi A$ 19 ($12.7) and a 3-star hotel A$ 220 ($147) a night. A mid-range day is about $274 per person without flights ($103 on a shoestring). Paying more than A$ 36.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Tap your own contactless card or phone instead of an Opal; swim only between the flags
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sydney/

## São Paulo, Brazil
In São Paulo (Brazil), a local meal costs about R$ 40 ($7.41), a coffee R$ 12 ($2.22), a 5 km taxi R$ 25 ($4.63) and a 3-star hotel R$ 380 ($70.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $133 per person without flights ($46 on a shoestring). Paying more than R$ 48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't use your phone on the street; at night take Uber/99 door to door
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/sao-paulo/

## Taichung, Taiwan
In Taichung (Taiwan), a local meal costs about NT$ 150 ($4.76), a coffee NT$ 120 ($3.81), a 5 km taxi NT$ 190 ($6.03) and a 3-star hotel NT$ 2,200 ($69.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $127 per person without flights ($39 on a shoestring). Paying more than NT$ 365 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Tap an EasyCard and city buses are free for the first 10 km — don't pay cash
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/taichung/

## Tainan, Taiwan
In Tainan (Taiwan), a local meal costs about NT$ 120 ($3.81), a coffee NT$ 110 ($3.49), a 5 km taxi NT$ 190 ($6.03) and a 3-star hotel NT$ 2,800 ($88.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $138 per person without flights ($44 on a shoestring). Paying more than NT$ 365 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: HSR Tainan is out of town — take the Shalun shuttle train to Tainan Station
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tainan/

## Taipei, Taiwan
In Taipei (Taiwan), a local meal costs about NT$ 130 ($4.13), a coffee NT$ 130 ($4.13), a 5 km taxi NT$ 190 ($6.03) and a 3-star hotel NT$ 2,500 ($79.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $134 per person without flights ($45 on a shoestring). Paying more than NT$ 365 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: One EasyCard handles MRT, buses, YouBike and convenience stores
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/taipei/

## Takamatsu, Japan
In Takamatsu (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,000 ($6.76), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,100 ($14.2) and a 3-star hotel ¥10,000 ($67.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $154 per person without flights ($44 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,030 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Naoshima and Shodoshima ferries leave Takamatsu Port — check the last return sailing first
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/takamatsu/

## Takayama, Japan
In Takayama (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,200 ($8.11), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,600 ($17.6) and a 3-star hotel ¥15,000 ($101) a night. A mid-range day is about $210 per person without flights ($62 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,990 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Nohi Bus to Shirakawa-go/Kanazawa partly needs reservations — book early
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/takayama/

## Tallinn, Estonia
In Tallinn (Estonia), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €4.2 ($4.88), a 5 km taxi €7 ($8.14) and a 3-star hotel €95 ($110) a night. A mid-range day is about $225 per person without flights ($84 on a shoestring). Paying more than €13.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't hail street taxis — book via Bolt and see the fare upfront
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tallinn/

## Tampa, United States
In Tampa (United States), a local meal costs about $20, a coffee $5.4, a 5 km taxi $11 and a 3-star hotel $180 a night. A mid-range day is about $326 per person without flights ($127 on a shoestring). Paying more than $21.1 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: In hurricane season (Jun–Nov) watch forecasts and book refundable rates
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tampa/

## Tangier, Morocco
In Tangier (Morocco), a local meal costs about MAD 50 ($5.26), a coffee MAD 17 ($1.79), a 5 km taxi MAD 20 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel MAD 550 ($57.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $101 per person without flights ($34 on a shoestring). Paying more than MAD 38 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore 'guides' at the ferry port and walk straight to the official taxi rank
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tangier/

## Tashkent, Uzbekistan
In Tashkent (Uzbekistan), a local meal costs about soʻm 40,000 ($3.38), a coffee soʻm 25,000 ($2.11), a 5 km taxi soʻm 25,000 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel soʻm 600,000 ($50.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $82 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than soʻm 48,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Change money only at banks or official booths — street exchange is illegal
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tashkent/

## Tbilisi, Georgia
In Tbilisi (Georgia), a local meal costs about ₾25 ($9.26), a coffee ₾8 ($2.96), a 5 km taxi ₾8 ($2.96) and a 3-star hotel ₾160 ($59.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $118 per person without flights ($42 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₾15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never follow friendly strangers to a bar; book every taxi on Bolt
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tbilisi/

## Tel Aviv, Israel
In Tel Aviv (Israel), a local meal costs about ₪69 ($18.6), a coffee ₪20 ($5.41), a 5 km taxi ₪40 ($10.8) and a 3-star hotel ₪690 ($186) a night. A mid-range day is about $338 per person without flights ($121 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₪76.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 4 (5 = hardest). Tip: Install the Home Front Command alert app and note the nearest shelter
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tel-aviv/

## Tenerife, Spain
In Tenerife (Spain), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €2.2 ($2.56), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $234 per person without flights ($91 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore 'winning' scratch cards — they lead to high-pressure timeshare pitches
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tenerife/

## Thessaloniki, Greece
In Thessaloniki (Greece), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €3.8 ($4.42), a 5 km taxi €7.5 ($8.72) and a 3-star hotel €85 ($98.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $206 per person without flights ($68 on a shoestring). Paying more than €14.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From the airport take bus 01X, or book a taxi on FreeNow or Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/thessaloniki/

## Tirana, Albania
In Tirana (Albania), a local meal costs about L700 ($8.62), a coffee L150 ($1.85), a 5 km taxi L450 ($5.54) and a 3-star hotel L5,000 ($61.6) a night. A mid-range day is about $126 per person without flights ($42 on a shoestring). Paying more than L864 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the Rinas Express airport bus; carry lek cash for small purchases
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tirana/

## Tokyo, Japan
In Tokyo (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,100 ($7.43), a coffee ¥600 ($4.05), a 5 km taxi ¥2,400 ($16.2) and a 3-star hotel ¥16,000 ($108) a night. A mid-range day is about $212 per person without flights ($63 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥4,610 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Never follow street touts into bars in Kabukicho or Roppongi — spiking and huge bills
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tokyo/

## Toledo, Spain
In Toledo (Spain), a local meal costs about €13 ($15.1), a coffee €1.7 ($1.98), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €85 ($98.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $208 per person without flights ($70 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The old town is steep — take a bus or cab from the station up to Plaza Zocodover
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/toledo/

## Tongyeong, South Korea
In Tongyeong (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,000 ($3.62), a 5 km taxi ₩7,300 ($5.29) and a 3-star hotel ₩100,000 ($72.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $140 per person without flights ($48 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩14,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: City buses are infrequent — Kakao T taxis save a lot of time
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tongyeong/

## Toronto, Canada
In Toronto (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 25 ($18.4), a coffee C$ 5.9 ($4.34), a 5 km taxi C$ 17 ($12.5) and a 3-star hotel C$ 260 ($191) a night. A mid-range day is about $336 per person without flights ($119 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: UP Express beats a taxi from Pearson — just tap your credit card
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/toronto/

## Toulouse, France
In Toulouse (France), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €4.2 ($4.88), a 5 km taxi €13 ($15.1) and a 3-star hotel €100 ($116) a night. A mid-range day is about $252 per person without flights ($90 on a shoestring). Paying more than €25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Some buses stop early in the evening; have Uber/Bolt ready for late returns
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/toulouse/

## Tromsø, Norway
In Tromsø (Norway), a local meal costs about kr 200 ($18.9), a coffee kr 60 ($5.66), a 5 km taxi kr 210 ($19.8) and a 3-star hotel kr 2,000 ($189) a night. A mid-range day is about $347 per person without flights ($123 on a shoestring). Paying more than kr 403 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't self-drive aurora hunts in winter — book a tour, and wear ice grips
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/troms/

## Tulum, Mexico
In Tulum (Mexico), a local meal costs about MX$ 150 ($8.06), a coffee MX$ 70 ($3.76), a 5 km taxi MX$ 150 ($8.06) and a 3-star hotel MX$ 1,600 ($86) a night. A mid-range day is about $166 per person without flights ($55 on a shoestring). Paying more than MX$ 288 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Agree the taxi fare first and pay in pesos — dollar payers get charged more
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tulum/

## Tunis, Tunisia
In Tunis (Tunisia), a local meal costs about DT 15 ($5.04), a coffee DT 3.5 ($1.18), a 5 km taxi DT 7 ($2.35) and a 3-star hotel DT 180 ($60.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $100 per person without flights ($33 on a shoestring). Paying more than DT 13.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Insist on the meter from the airport and skip drivers who grab your bags
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/tunis/

## Turin, Italy
In Turin (Italy), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €1.8 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €90 ($105) a night. A mid-range day is about $239 per person without flights ($78 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Cabs aren't hailed on the street — use Wetaxi or FREENOW, or a taxi rank
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/turin/

## Udaipur, India
In Udaipur (India), a local meal costs about ₹200 ($2.38), a coffee ₹150 ($1.79), a 5 km taxi ₹160 ($1.9) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,000 ($35.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $58 per person without flights ($18 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹307 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 2, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use the airport prepaid taxi or hotel pickup, and never pay anyone upfront
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/udaipur/

## Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
In Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia), a local meal costs about ₮19,000 ($5.35), a coffee ₮10,000 ($2.82), a 5 km taxi ₮11,000 ($3.1) and a 3-star hotel ₮230,000 ($64.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $112 per person without flights ($39 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₮21,100 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.4/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 5, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Don't flag random cars as taxis — book UBCab or a hotel taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ulaanbaatar/

## Ulsan, South Korea
In Ulsan (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩4,800 ($3.48), a 5 km taxi ₩7,500 ($5.43) and a 3-star hotel ₩70,000 ($50.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $113 per person without flights ($37 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩14,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: From KTX Ulsan take a 5000-series express bus or a taxi downtown
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ulsan/

## Ushuaia, Argentina
In Ushuaia (Argentina), a local meal costs about AR$ 20,000 ($14.3), a coffee AR$ 7,000 ($5), a 5 km taxi AR$ 7,600 ($5.43) and a 3-star hotel AR$ 140,000 ($100) a night. A mid-range day is about $192 per person without flights ($72 on a shoestring). Paying more than AR$ 14,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: ATMs have low limits and often run dry — pay by card and carry your passport
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/ushuaia/

## Utrecht, Netherlands
In Utrecht (Netherlands), a local meal costs about €19 ($22.1), a coffee €3.7 ($4.3), a 5 km taxi €20 ($23.3) and a 3-star hotel €140 ($163) a night. A mid-range day is about $342 per person without flights ($114 on a shoestring). Paying more than €38.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.0/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Schiphol to Utrecht is one direct train; tap in and out with the same card
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/utrecht/

## Uyuni, Bolivia
In Uyuni (Bolivia), a local meal costs about Bs 25 ($2.08), a coffee Bs 20 ($1.66), a 5 km taxi Bs 15 ($1.25) and a 3-star hotel Bs 480 ($39.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $60 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than Bs 28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.6/5 (very hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 4, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book a well-reviewed operator in advance and check every jeep seat has a seatbelt
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/uyuni/

## Valencia, Spain
In Valencia (Spain), a local meal costs about €12 ($14), a coffee €2 ($2.33), a 5 km taxi €10 ($11.6) and a 3-star hotel €95 ($110) a night. A mid-range day is about $216 per person without flights ($78 on a shoestring). Paying more than €19.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.0/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: From the airport Metro L3/L5 beats a taxi; Bolt and Cabify also work
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/valencia/

## Valletta, Malta
In Valletta (Malta), a local meal costs about €15 ($17.4), a coffee €2.8 ($3.26), a 5 km taxi €12 ($14) and a 3-star hotel €115 ($134) a night. A mid-range day is about $275 per person without flights ($87 on a shoestring). Paying more than €23 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book cabs on Bolt, Uber or eCabs so the fare is fixed before you ride
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/valletta/

## Valparaíso, Chile
In Valparaíso (Chile), a local meal costs about CLP$ 9,000 ($9.47), a coffee CLP$ 3,500 ($3.68), a 5 km taxi CLP$ 5,000 ($5.26) and a 3-star hotel CLP$ 60,000 ($63.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $135 per person without flights ($44 on a shoestring). Paying more than CLP$ 9,600 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Explore the cerros by day; after dark take an app ride home instead of walking
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/valparaiso/

## Vancouver, Canada
In Vancouver (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 20 ($14.7), a coffee C$ 5.5 ($4.04), a 5 km taxi C$ 17 ($12.5) and a 3-star hotel C$ 220 ($162) a night. A mid-range day is about $291 per person without flights ($103 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Take the Canada Line from YVR and never leave valuables visible in a parked car
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/vancouver/

## Vang Vieng, Laos
In Vang Vieng (Laos), a local meal costs about ₭40,000 ($1.82), a coffee ₭30,000 ($1.36), a 5 km taxi ₭70,000 ($3.18) and a 3-star hotel ₭900,000 ($40.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $64 per person without flights ($21 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₭134,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Skip suspiciously cheap spirits; photograph rental vehicles before riding
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/vang-vieng/

## Varanasi, India
In Varanasi (India), a local meal costs about ₹150 ($1.79), a coffee ₹150 ($1.79), a 5 km taxi ₹140 ($1.67) and a 3-star hotel ₹3,000 ($35.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $55 per person without flights ($18 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₹269 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.6/5 (very hard): rip-offs 5, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore anyone at Manikarnika Ghat asking 'donations' for cremation wood
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/varanasi/

## Varna, Bulgaria
In Varna (Bulgaria), a local meal costs about €10 ($11.6), a coffee €2.3 ($2.67), a 5 km taxi €5.5 ($6.4) and a 3-star hotel €75 ($87.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $167 per person without flights ($59 on a shoestring). Paying more than €10.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Stick to big taxi firms like OK Trans or Varna Taxi
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/varna/

## Venice, Italy
In Venice (Italy), a local meal costs about €18 ($20.9), a coffee €1.6 ($1.86), a 5 km taxi €16 ($18.6) and a 3-star hotel €210 ($244) a night. A mid-range day is about $413 per person without flights ($158 on a shoestring). Paying more than €30.7 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.4/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Agree gondola/water-taxi price and time before boarding; a vaporetto pass saves money
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/venice/

## Verona, Italy
In Verona (Italy), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €1.8 ($2.09), a 5 km taxi €14 ($16.3) and a 3-star hotel €130 ($151) a night. A mid-range day is about $308 per person without flights ($94 on a shoestring). Paying more than €26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy bus tickets at tabacchi first — onboard sales cost more and are one ticket only
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/verona/

## Victoria, Canada
In Victoria (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 24 ($17.6), a coffee C$ 5.5 ($4.04), a 5 km taxi C$ 18 ($13.2) and a 3-star hotel C$ 200 ($147) a night. A mid-range day is about $284 per person without flights ($109 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 34.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: BC Ferries plus a bus to Vancouver costs far less than a floatplane
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/victoria/

## Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
In Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), a local meal costs about $8, a coffee $3.5, a 5 km taxi $8 and a 3-star hotel $100 a night. A mid-range day is about $172 per person without flights ($72 on a shoestring). Paying more than $15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 1, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Bring plenty of clean $1 and $5 bills — damaged notes are refused, cards often fail
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/victoria-falls/

## Vienna, Austria
In Vienna (Austria), a local meal costs about €16 ($18.6), a coffee €4.8 ($5.58), a 5 km taxi €15 ($17.4) and a 3-star hotel €125 ($145) a night. A mid-range day is about $302 per person without flights ($102 on a shoestring). Paying more than €28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 1, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy concert tickets at the venue box office or official site, not from street touts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/vienna/

## Vientiane, Laos
In Vientiane (Laos), a local meal costs about ₭60,000 ($2.73), a coffee ₭40,000 ($1.82), a 5 km taxi ₭60,000 ($2.73) and a 3-star hotel ₭700,000 ($31.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $61 per person without flights ($19 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₭115,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy a local SIM at the airport and install LOCA before heading out
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/vientiane/

## Vilnius, Lithuania
In Vilnius (Lithuania), a local meal costs about €11 ($12.8), a coffee €3.6 ($4.19), a 5 km taxi €6 ($6.98) and a 3-star hotel €75 ($87.2) a night. A mid-range day is about $188 per person without flights ($67 on a shoestring). Paying more than €11.5 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: The airport is close — train, bus or Bolt reaches the Old Town in ~15 min
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/vilnius/

## Vung Tau, Vietnam
In Vung Tau (Vietnam), a local meal costs about ₫50,000 ($1.9), a coffee ₫45,000 ($1.71), a 5 km taxi ₫80,000 ($3.04) and a 3-star hotel ₫800,000 ($30.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $56 per person without flights ($17 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₫154,000 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Buy your return hydrofoil ticket in HCMC before you go
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/vung-tau/

## Warsaw, Poland
In Warsaw (Poland), a local meal costs about zł 50 ($12.8), a coffee zł 17 ($4.36), a 5 km taxi zł 25 ($6.41) and a 3-star hotel zł 350 ($89.7) a night. A mid-range day is about $190 per person without flights ($67 on a shoestring). Paying more than zł 48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: When a terminal or ATM offers your home currency, decline — always pay in złoty
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/warsaw/

## Washington, D.C., United States
In Washington, D.C. (United States), a local meal costs about $22, a coffee $6, a 5 km taxi $14 and a 3-star hotel $230 a night. A mid-range day is about $402 per person without flights ($152 on a shoestring). Paying more than $26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are free — never pay for "entry tickets"
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/washington-d-c/

## Wellington, New Zealand
In Wellington (New Zealand), a local meal costs about NZ$ 25 ($15.2), a coffee NZ$ 6 ($3.64), a 5 km taxi NZ$ 17 ($10.3) and a 3-star hotel NZ$ 180 ($109) a night. A mid-range day is about $226 per person without flights ($86 on a shoestring). Paying more than NZ$ 32.6 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Wellington is very windy — ferries and flights get cancelled, so keep buffer time
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/wellington/

## Windhoek, Namibia
In Windhoek (Namibia), a local meal costs about N$ 160 ($9.74), a coffee N$ 40 ($2.44), a 5 km taxi N$ 60 ($3.65) and a 3-star hotel N$ 1,400 ($85.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $157 per person without flights ($50 on a shoestring). Paying more than N$ 115 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 1, getting around 3, payments 2, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Use radio taxis or LEFA over shared cabs, and never leave bags visible in cars
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/windhoek/

## Winnipeg, Canada
In Winnipeg (Canada), a local meal costs about C$ 21 ($15.4), a coffee C$ 5.3 ($3.9), a 5 km taxi C$ 14 ($10.3) and a 3-star hotel C$ 160 ($118) a night. A mid-range day is about $235 per person without flights ($93 on a shoestring). Paying more than C$ 26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 3, payments 1, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: After dark downtown, take Uber or a taxi instead of walking
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/winnipeg/

## Wrocław, Poland
In Wrocław (Poland), a local meal costs about zł 45 ($11.5), a coffee zł 17 ($4.36), a 5 km taxi zł 25 ($6.41) and a 3-star hotel zł 300 ($76.9) a night. A mid-range day is about $162 per person without flights ($60 on a shoestring). Paying more than zł 48 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.4/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: At the airport skip touting drivers — take bus 106 or Bolt/Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/wrocaw/

## Xi'an, China
In Xi'an (China), a local meal costs about ¥25 ($3.52), a coffee ¥25 ($3.52), a 5 km taxi ¥14 ($1.97) and a 3-star hotel ¥350 ($49.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $82 per person without flights ($32 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥26.9 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: The real Bus 306 has a queue and no touts - anyone recruiting you is a fake tour
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/xi-an/

## Xiamen, China
In Xiamen (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥28 ($3.94), a 5 km taxi ¥15 ($2.11) and a 3-star hotel ¥350 ($49.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $90 per person without flights ($30 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥28.8 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 4, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Gulangyu ferry apps need a Chinese number - buy at Dongdu terminal with your passport
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/xiamen/

## Yangon, Myanmar
In Yangon (Myanmar), a local meal costs about K5,000 ($1.25), a coffee K4,500 ($1.12), a 5 km taxi K10,000 ($2.5) and a 3-star hotel K160,000 ($40) a night. A mid-range day is about $58 per person without flights ($19 on a shoestring). Paying more than K19,200 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 4.0/5 (very hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 5, safety 5 (5 = hardest). Tip: Avoid travel; if you must go, bring enough new, unmarked US dollar bills
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/yangon/

## Yanji, China
In Yanji (China), a local meal costs about ¥30 ($4.23), a coffee ¥22 ($3.1), a 5 km taxi ¥10 ($1.41) and a 3-star hotel ¥230 ($32.4) a night. A mid-range day is about $66 per person without flights ($27 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥19.2 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.8/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 5, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Changbaishan is 3–4 h away — book the exact gate (North/West) and transport ahead
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/yanji/

## Yeosu, South Korea
In Yeosu (South Korea), a local meal costs about ₩10,000 ($7.25), a coffee ₩5,000 ($3.62), a 5 km taxi ₩6,600 ($4.78) and a 3-star hotel ₩100,000 ($72.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $138 per person without flights ($48 on a shoestring). Paying more than ₩12,700 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 4, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: The airport is far from downtown — KTX is easier; call taxis on Kakao T
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/yeosu/

## Yerevan, Armenia
In Yerevan (Armenia), a local meal costs about ֏3,500 ($9.02), a coffee ֏1,300 ($3.35), a 5 km taxi ֏1,100 ($2.84) and a 3-star hotel ֏32,000 ($82.5) a night. A mid-range day is about $150 per person without flights ($50 on a shoestring). Paying more than ֏2,110 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.2/5 (moderate): rip-offs 2, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Ignore airport taxi touts and book Yandex Go or GG
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/yerevan/

## Yogyakarta, Indonesia
In Yogyakarta (Indonesia), a local meal costs about Rp 24,000 ($1.47), a coffee Rp 30,000 ($1.84), a 5 km taxi Rp 32,000 ($1.96) and a 3-star hotel Rp 490,000 ($30.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $49 per person without flights ($16 on a shoestring). Paying more than Rp 61,400 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 2.6/5 (moderate): rip-offs 3, language 3, getting around 2, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Decline anyone on Malioboro steering you to a 'government batik exhibition'
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/yogyakarta/

## Yufuin, Japan
In Yufuin (Japan), a local meal costs about ¥1,200 ($8.11), a coffee ¥500 ($3.38), a 5 km taxi ¥2,000 ($13.5) and a 3-star hotel ¥20,000 ($135) a night. A mid-range day is about $225 per person without flights ($68 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥3,840 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 1, language 3, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Reserve the Fukuoka–Yufuin highway bus ahead and carry yen; many shops are cash-only
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/yufuin/

## Zadar, Croatia
In Zadar (Croatia), a local meal costs about €14 ($16.3), a coffee €2.5 ($2.91), a 5 km taxi €9 ($10.5) and a 3-star hotel €110 ($128) a night. A mid-range day is about $246 per person without flights ($79 on a shoestring). Paying more than €17.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Skip airport taxis — take the Liburnija airport bus or call Bolt/Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/zadar/

## Zagreb, Croatia
In Zagreb (Croatia), a local meal costs about €12 ($14), a coffee €2.2 ($2.56), a 5 km taxi €8 ($9.3) and a 3-star hotel €95 ($110) a night. A mid-range day is about $217 per person without flights ($69 on a shoestring). Paying more than €15.4 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.8/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 2, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Skip clubs whose touts approach you on the street; ride with Bolt or Uber
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/zagreb/

## Zanzibar, Tanzania
In Zanzibar (Tanzania), a local meal costs about TSh 12,000 ($4.55), a coffee TSh 5,500 ($2.08), a 5 km taxi TSh 15,000 ($5.68) and a 3-star hotel TSh 200,000 ($75.8) a night. A mid-range day is about $127 per person without flights ($39 on a shoestring). Paying more than TSh 28,800 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.2/5 (hard): rip-offs 4, language 2, getting around 3, payments 4, safety 3 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book tours via your hotel and carry cash — beach villages have few ATMs
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/zanzibar/

## Zermatt, Switzerland
In Zermatt (Switzerland), a local meal costs about CHF 28 ($32.9), a coffee CHF 5.5 ($6.47), a 5 km taxi CHF 50 ($58.8) and a 3-star hotel CHF 250 ($294) a night. A mid-range day is about $631 per person without flights ($254 on a shoestring). Paying more than CHF 96 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.0/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 1, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Park in Täsch and take the shuttle train; Swiss Travel Pass gives 50% off Zermatt lifts
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/zermatt/

## Zhangjiajie, China
In Zhangjiajie (China), a local meal costs about ¥25 ($3.52), a coffee ¥18 ($2.54), a 5 km taxi ¥13 ($1.83) and a 3-star hotel ¥300 ($42.3) a night. A mid-range day is about $73 per person without flights ($34 on a shoestring). Paying more than ¥25 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 3.0/5 (hard): rip-offs 3, language 4, getting around 3, payments 3, safety 2 (5 = hardest). Tip: Tickets are real-name: book 3–7 days ahead in peak season with your exact passport name
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/zhangjiajie/

## Zurich, Switzerland
In Zurich (Switzerland), a local meal costs about CHF 25 ($29.4), a coffee CHF 5 ($5.88), a 5 km taxi CHF 21 ($24.7) and a 3-star hotel CHF 220 ($259) a night. A mid-range day is about $491 per person without flights ($176 on a shoestring). Paying more than CHF 40.3 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.2/5 (very easy): rip-offs 1, language 2, getting around 1, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Pay in francs, not euros — euro prices use poor rates and change comes in CHF
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/zurich/

## Český Krumlov, Czechia
In Český Krumlov (Czechia), a local meal costs about Kč 200 ($9.3), a coffee Kč 65 ($3.02), a 5 km taxi Kč 220 ($10.2) and a 3-star hotel Kč 1,700 ($79.1) a night. A mid-range day is about $163 per person without flights ($55 on a shoestring). Paying more than Kč 422 for a 5 km taxi is a likely rip-off.
Travel difficulty 1.6/5 (easy): rip-offs 2, language 2, getting around 2, payments 1, safety 1 (5 = hardest). Tip: Book Prague buses ahead — in peak season drivers only sell tickets if seats are left
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/city/cesky-krumlov/

# Multi-city trip budgets
Per person, flights excluded. Same method as the app trip planner: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/methodology/#trip

## Japan in 7 days: Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka
About $1,346 per person for 7 days, mid-range (Tokyo 3 days $679; Kyoto 2 days $375; Osaka 2 days $292). Lodging $605, food $391, transport $278, sights $71. Budget $833, comfort $2,185, two sharing $904 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/japan-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-7-days/

## Kansai in 4 days: Osaka, Kyoto & Nara
About $672 per person for 4 days, mid-range (Osaka 2 days $383; Kyoto 1 days $188; Nara 1 days $101). Lodging $271, food $213, transport $157, sights $30.6. Budget $417, comfort $1,091, two sharing $458 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/kansai-osaka-kyoto-nara-4-days/

## Vietnam in 5 days: Da Nang & Hoi An
About $271 per person for 5 days, mid-range (Da Nang 3 days $177; Hoi An 2 days $94.1). Lodging $129, food $92.8, transport $32.3, sights $16.4. Budget $168, comfort $439, two sharing $190 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/vietnam-da-nang-hoi-an-5-days/

## Vietnam north to south in 10 days
About $637 per person for 10 days, mid-range (Hanoi 3 days $193; Ha Long 1 days $79.2; Hoi An 3 days $194; Ho Chi Minh City 3 days $171). Lodging $317, food $208, transport $71.5, sights $39.6. Budget $393, comfort $1,032, two sharing $442 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/vietnam-hanoi-to-ho-chi-minh-10-days/

## Thailand in 10 days: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket
About $902 per person for 10 days, mid-range (Bangkok 4 days $405; Chiang Mai 3 days $214; Phuket 3 days $283). Lodging $428, food $274, transport $106, sights $94.7. Budget $573, comfort $1,437, two sharing $635 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/thailand-bangkok-chiang-mai-phuket-10-days/

## Taiwan in 5 days: Taipei & Kaohsiung
About $619 per person for 5 days, mid-range (Taipei 3 days $435; Kaohsiung 2 days $184). Lodging $320, food $180, transport $77.7, sights $40.9. Budget $382, comfort $1,003, two sharing $420 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/taiwan-taipei-kaohsiung-5-days/

## Italy in 10 days: Rome, Florence, Venice & Milan
About $3,355 per person for 10 days, mid-range (Rome 3 days $924; Florence 3 days $1,033; Venice 2 days $878; Milan 2 days $519). Lodging $1,653, food $1,038, transport $431, sights $232. Budget $2,082, comfort $5,423, two sharing $2,313 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/italy-rome-florence-venice-milan-10-days/

## Spain & Portugal in 12 days
About $3,258 per person for 12 days, mid-range (Barcelona 3 days $985; Madrid 2 days $570; Seville 2 days $501; Lisbon 3 days $871; Porto 2 days $331). Lodging $1,665, food $1,015, transport $329, sights $249. Budget $2,025, comfort $5,257, two sharing $2,261 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/spain-portugal-12-days/

## London & Paris in 7 days
About $2,738 per person for 7 days, mid-range (London 3 days $1,447; Paris 4 days $1,290). Lodging $1,327, food $835, transport $347, sights $229. Budget $1,715, comfort $4,399, two sharing $1,901 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/london-paris-7-days/

## Central Europe in 8 days: Prague, Salzburg, Hallstatt & Budapest
About $1,882 per person for 8 days, mid-range (Prague 3 days $605; Salzburg 1 days $329; Hallstatt 1 days $446; Budapest 3 days $501). Lodging $888, food $579, transport $228, sights $185. Budget $1,191, comfort $3,004, two sharing $1,323 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/central-europe-prague-salzburg-hallstatt-budapest-8-days/

## Türkiye in 8 days: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Pamukkale
About $1,485 per person for 8 days, mid-range (Istanbul 4 days $845; Cappadocia 2 days $359; Pamukkale 2 days $281). Lodging $570, food $464, transport $160, sights $291. Budget $1,004, comfort $2,271, two sharing $1,120 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/turkey-istanbul-cappadocia-pamukkale-8-days/

## US West Coast in 9 days: LA, Las Vegas & San Francisco
About $3,343 per person for 9 days, mid-range (Los Angeles 4 days $1,586; Las Vegas 2 days $683; San Francisco 3 days $1,074). Lodging $1,545, food $1,117, transport $391, sights $289. Budget $2,104, comfort $5,359, two sharing $2,375 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/usa-west-los-angeles-las-vegas-san-francisco-9-days/

## Australia in 7 days: Sydney & Melbourne
About $1,932 per person for 7 days, mid-range (Sydney 4 days $1,221; Melbourne 3 days $712). Lodging $865, food $642, transport $223, sights $202. Budget $1,231, comfort $3,074, two sharing $1,388 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/australia-sydney-melbourne-7-days/

## A month in Southeast Asia: Chiang Mai, Da Nang & Bali
About $2,086 per person for 30 days, mid-range (Chiang Mai 10 days $714; Da Nang 10 days $589; Bali 10 days $783). Lodging $1,112, food $666, transport $192, sights $116. Budget $1,277, comfort $3,396, two sharing $1,434 each.
Source: https://earnherespendthere.com/en/travel-budget-calculator/southeast-asia-month-chiang-mai-da-nang-bali/