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Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 10,978,360 | 880,691 | 259,453 | 1,108,700 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Georgian | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | High | Very high | Low | Low | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | El Dorado International Airport (BOG) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | January - March, December | December - April | January - May, October - December | March - June | March - June, September, October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) | EUR - Euro (€) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1097 | $2359 | $2143 | $1462 | $1976 |
Rent | $932 | $939 | $480 | $1036 | $923 | $752 | $869 |
Groceries | $121 | $188 | $82 | $236 | $127 | $112 | $146 |
Dining out | $403 | $271 | $174 | $371 | $207 | $169 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $22 | $43 | $42 | $45 | $42 |
Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $77 | $157 | $160 | $125 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $11 | $21 | $21 | $4 | $16 |
Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $23 | $12 | $17 | $8 | $38 |
Taxis | $48 | $58 | $28 | $48 | $9 | $14 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $17 | $0 | $49 | $27 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $22 | $35 | $97 | $21 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $7 | $9 | $217 | $9 | $44 |
Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $46 | $117 | $77 | $53 | $66 |
Gym | $81 | $66 | $15 | $37 | $42 | $33 | $34 |
Yoga | $93 | $99 | $57 | $163 | $54 | $37 | $87 |
Massage | $59 | $56 | $37 | $75 | $101 | $53 | $45 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Tigo, Movistar, Claro | Claro, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 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 | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10-15% for restaurants | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Cabify | Uber, Tu Chofer | N/A | Yandex, Bolt | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
Overall cuisine | 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. | Latin American. Emphasis on rice, beans, coconut, and local fruits and vegetables. Pork and beef are regularly used and influence from the islands gives seafood dishes a prominent spot in Panamanian cuisine. | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | 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 | 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 | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli | Paella, fideuà , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
Eat like a local | 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. | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 104 options on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |