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Bangkok ๐น๐ญ
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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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| Population | 5,680,000 | 5,585,556 | 144,900 | 237,559 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Thai | Catalan, Spanish | Greek | Portuguese | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | Low | High | High | Very High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | January - March, November, December | April - June, September - November | March - May, October - December | May - September | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $1560 | $2384 | $1959 | $1759 | $1976 |
| Rent | $616 | $932 | $678 | $717 | $869 |
| Groceries | $191 | $121 | $157 | $148 | $146 |
| Dining out | $168 | $403 | $261 | $280 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $45 | $56 | $45 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $127 | $213 | $209 | $96 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $10 | $35 | $21 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $32 | $127 | $63 | $95 | $38 |
| Taxis | $19 | $48 | $42 | $25 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $24 | $45 | $10 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $46 | $81 | $28 | $45 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $21 | $33 | $8 | $24 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $50 | $112 | $110 | $66 | $66 |
| Gym | $96 | $81 | $107 | $56 | $34 |
| Yoga | $98 | $93 | $105 | $82 | $87 |
| Massage | $11 | $59 | $54 | $48 | $45 |
| SIM card options | AIS | Vodafone, Movistar | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 10% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Cabify, FreeNow | nTaxi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | 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. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Pad thai, tom yam, kway teow reua, som tum, sooan | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Paella, fideuร , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Food stalls, local markets, shophouse restaurants | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 416 listings on Happy Cow | 98 options on HappyCow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 46 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |