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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,830,000 | 2,900,000 | 2,427,000 | 259,453 | 9,963,452 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Romanian | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Korean |
| Level of English | High | Very high | High | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | April - October | September - December | January - April, December | January - May, October - December | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted in some places | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1351 | $1321 | $1293 | $2143 | $2184 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $615 | $844 | $732 | $923 | $797 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $114 | $98 | $87 | $127 | $356 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $165 | $121 | $131 | $207 | $211 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $38 | $25 | $18 | $42 | $69 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $133 | $95 | $96 | $160 | $222 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $7 | $11 | $16 | $21 | $40 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $21 | $9 | $21 | $17 | $40 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $9 | $9 | $14 | $9 | $41 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $25 | $14 | $0 | $49 | $13 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $29 | $24 | $8 | $97 | $39 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $29 | $4 | $9 | $217 | $6 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $45 | $23 | $73 | $77 | $93 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $30 | $14 | $15 | $42 | $69 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $59 | $19 | $54 | $54 | $112 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $31 | $10 | $20 | $101 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, Orange | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5% - 10% at restaurants, 5% - 10% tip for services is appreciated but not expected, round up for taxis | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants | Not customary or expected |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Star Taxi, Uber | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | EasyTaxi | N/A | Uber, Kakao |
| 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 | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Sarmale, mămăligă, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbă de burtă, covrig, papanasi | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafés for maté and facturas | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow |