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Bangkok 🇹ðŸ‡
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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Bogota 🇨🇴
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Medellin 🇨🇴
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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| Population | 5,680,000 | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 10,978,360 | 1,125,316 | 2,427,000 | 8,850,000 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | Thai | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese |
| Level of English | Low | High | Very high | Low | Low | Low | Moderate | Very High |
| Main airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | El Dorado International Airport (BOG) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | January - March, November, December | April - June, September - November | May - September | January - March, December | February - May | January - April, December | March - May, October, November | May - September |
| Currency | THB - Thai Baht (฿) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $1560 | $2384 | $2200 | $1097 | $959 | $1293 | $1867 | $1759 |
| Rent | $616 | $932 | $939 | $480 | $316 | $732 | $778 | $717 |
| Groceries | $191 | $121 | $188 | $82 | $161 | $87 | $281 | $148 |
| Dining out | $168 | $403 | $271 | $174 | $128 | $131 | $182 | $280 |
| Cafe | $45 | $45 | $57 | $22 | $35 | $18 | $49 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $127 | $213 | $174 | $77 | $88 | $96 | $159 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $10 | $23 | $11 | $4 | $16 | $25 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $32 | $127 | $88 | $23 | $15 | $21 | $11 | $95 |
| Taxis | $19 | $48 | $58 | $28 | $15 | $14 | $9 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $24 | $17 | $17 | $0 | $0 | $24 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $46 | $81 | $64 | $22 | $6 | $8 | $81 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $21 | $33 | $37 | $7 | $2 | $9 | $20 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $50 | $112 | $63 | $46 | $74 | $73 | $64 | $66 |
| Gym | $96 | $81 | $66 | $15 | $34 | $15 | $69 | $56 |
| Yoga | $98 | $93 | $99 | $57 | $71 | $54 | $65 | $82 |
| Massage | $11 | $59 | $56 | $37 | $10 | $20 | $51 | $48 |
| SIM card options | AIS | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Tigo, Movistar, Claro | Viettel, Vinafone | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | 10% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10% service included in all bills, not required or expected at bars without table service | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Cabify | Grab | EasyTaxi | Uber | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Meat and fish dishes, vegetables, noodles and soup | 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 | Latin American. Dishes with beef, pork and chicken are often mixed with flour-based foods and fruity desserts. Heavy influence from the Andes and other Colombian regions. | Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
| Local food specialities | Pad thai, tom yam, kway teow reua, som tum, sooan | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Arepas, ajiaco santaferense, buñuelos, patacones, té de coca, changua | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
| Eat like a local | Food stalls, local markets, shophouse restaurants | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local family restaurants and those from other regions. Menú del dÃa. Community markets and sports bars. | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Markets, food stalls, menú del dÃa (cheap set lunch menus) | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 416 listings on Happy Cow | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 104 options on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |