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Population | 926,426 | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 2,900,000 | 15,520,000 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 1,108,700 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | English (de facto) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Turkish | Portuguese | Czech | Georgian | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | Very high | High | Very high | High | Low | Very High | High | Low | Moderate |
Main airport | Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | March - May, September - November | April - June, September - November | May - September | September - December | April - June, September and October | May - September | June - October | March - June | March - June, September, October |
Currency | USD - US Dollar ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) | EUR - Euro (€) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted in most places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $3484 | $2384 | $2200 | $1321 | $659 | $1759 | $1806 | $1462 | $1976 |
Rent | $1650 | $932 | $939 | $844 | $354 | $717 | $780 | $752 | $869 |
Groceries | $243 | $121 | $188 | $98 | $44 | $148 | $158 | $112 | $146 |
Dining out | $396 | $403 | $271 | $121 | $81 | $280 | $240 | $169 | $292 |
Cafe | $66 | $45 | $57 | $25 | $18 | $45 | $53 | $45 | $42 |
Coworking space | $331 | $213 | $174 | $95 | $49 | $96 | $175 | $125 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $40 | $10 | $23 | $11 | $3 | $21 | $24 | $4 | $16 |
Public transportation | $110 | $127 | $88 | $9 | $6 | $95 | $61 | $8 | $38 |
Taxis | $73 | $48 | $58 | $9 | $6 | $25 | $33 | $14 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $96 | $24 | $17 | $14 | $2 | $10 | $19 | $27 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $54 | $81 | $64 | $24 | $11 | $45 | $19 | $21 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $11 | $33 | $37 | $4 | $15 | $24 | $35 | $9 | $44 |
Nightlife | $124 | $112 | $63 | $23 | $22 | $66 | $50 | $53 | $66 |
Gym | $62 | $81 | $66 | $14 | $9 | $56 | $56 | $33 | $34 |
Yoga | $139 | $93 | $99 | $19 | $23 | $82 | $66 | $37 | $87 |
Massage | $89 | $59 | $56 | $10 | $15 | $48 | $37 | $53 | $45 |
SIM card options | AT&T, T-Mobile. | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 15-20% at restaurants, 1USD or more per drink at cafes and bars | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Uber, Lyft | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | BiTaksi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Yandex, Bolt | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
Overall cuisine | Emphasis on barbecued meats (beef and pork) as well as corn-based dishes and tex-mex, and rich American-style desserts. | Catalan cuisine makes extensive use of Mediterranean vegetables, legumes mixed with pork in its many varieties, chicken and fish. Regularly mixes sweet and savory flavors in specific dishes. This cuisine is known for being bold in flavor and striking in color, with a variety of specific regional dishes found the culinary hub that is Barcelona. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | A fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer! | Cuisine of the Caucasus meets regional diversity in Georgia. Emphasis on spices and meats (poultry, beef, pork and mutton) as well as soups and creams. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
Local food specialities | Frito pie, queso, apple pie, kolaches, BBQ ribs, tacos | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli | Paella, fideuà, esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
Eat like a local | Local tex-mex restaurants, lunch BBQ joints, taquerias, food trucks, local breweries | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafés for maté and facturas | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 30 options on HappyCow | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |