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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Bucharest ๐ท๐ด
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Chiang Mai ๐น๐ญ
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,830,000 | 1,166,978 | 144,900 | 6,578,0179 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Romanian | Thai | Greek | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Very high | High | Low | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | April - October | November - April | March - May, October - December | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1351 | $974 | $1959 | $2498 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $615 | $274 | $678 | $1174 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $114 | $169 | $157 | $175 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $165 | $108 | $261 | $313 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $38 | $45 | $56 | $51 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $133 | $95 | $209 | $196 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $7 | $11 | $35 | $10 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $21 | $60 | $63 | $78 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $9 | $20 | $42 | $44 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $25 | $10 | $45 | $49 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $29 | $8 | $28 | $54 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $29 | $8 | $8 | $20 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $45 | $62 | $110 | $82 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $30 | $41 | $107 | $44 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $59 | $55 | $105 | $142 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $31 | $10 | $54 | $64 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, Orange | AIS, DTAC | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone |
| 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, not customary or expected elsewhere | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Star Taxi, Uber | Grab | nTaxi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now |
| Tap water | Drinkable | 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. | Combines salty, sweet, spicy and sour flavors to create bold and colorful dishes. Meals typically include a mixture of meat and seafood dishes, as well as noodles or soups recipes. Strong emphasis on local spices and vegetables. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. |
| 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 | Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros |
| 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 | Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 90 options on HappyCow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 85 listings on Happy Cow |