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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Bucharest ๐ท๐ด
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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Panama City ๐ต๐ฆ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Rio de Janeiro ๐ง๐ท
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,830,000 | 8,053,663 | 880,691 | 237,559 | 6,718,903 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Romanian | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese | Portuguese |
| Level of English | High | Very high | High | Moderate | Low | Very High | Low |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Galeรฃo International Airport |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | April - October | January, February, October - December | December - April | May - September | January - March, December |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | BRL - Brazilian Real (R$) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1351 | $1167 | $2359 | $1759 | $1833 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $615 | $503 | $1036 | $717 | $1066 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $114 | $151 | $236 | $148 | $95 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $165 | $134 | $371 | $280 | $210 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $38 | $39 | $43 | $45 | $25 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $133 | $72 | $157 | $96 | $130 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $7 | $4 | $21 | $21 | $7 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $21 | $20 | $12 | $95 | $33 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $9 | $13 | $48 | $25 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $25 | $0 | $0 | $10 | $16 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $29 | $3 | $35 | $45 | $55 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $29 | $4 | $9 | $24 | $26 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $45 | $89 | $117 | $66 | $54 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $30 | $57 | $37 | $56 | $31 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $59 | $57 | $163 | $82 | $40 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $31 | $21 | $75 | $48 | $32 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, Orange | Viettel, Mobifone | Claro, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Tim, Claro, Vivo |
| 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 | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% usually included in restaurants, 10% at bars and cafes with table service is common |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Star Taxi, Uber | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Tu Chofer | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not 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. | A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | 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. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Emphasis on rice, beans, pork and beef with a variety of root vegetables and fresh fruits. Fresh seafood is also very common. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Sarmale, mฤmฤligฤ, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbฤ de burtฤ, covrig, papanasi | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameรฑos, tostones, ropa vieja | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Feijoada, bolinho de bacalhau, fried sardines, caldo verde, pao de queijo and brigadeiros. |
| 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 | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | The "snack capital" of Brazil, Rio is a perfect place to try street food as well as the wide varieties of small, traditional eateries and churrascarias easily found across the city. |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 54 options on Happy Cow |