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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Buenos Aires ๐ฆ๐ท
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 2,900,000 | 8,053,663 | 144,900 | 6,578,0179 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Vietnamese | Greek | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Very high | High | Moderate | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | September - December | January, February, October - December | March - May, October - December | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1321 | $1167 | $1959 | $2498 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $844 | $503 | $678 | $1174 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $98 | $151 | $157 | $175 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $121 | $134 | $261 | $313 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $25 | $39 | $56 | $51 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $95 | $72 | $209 | $196 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $11 | $4 | $35 | $10 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $9 | $20 | $63 | $78 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $9 | $13 | $42 | $44 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $14 | $0 | $45 | $49 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $24 | $3 | $28 | $54 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $4 | $4 | $8 | $20 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $23 | $89 | $110 | $82 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $14 | $57 | $107 | $44 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $19 | $57 | $105 | $142 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $10 | $21 | $54 | $64 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Viettel, Mobifone | 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 | 10% at restaurants and cafรฉs is common, not common at bars | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | 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 | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab, GoViet | 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 | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | 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. | 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 | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | 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 | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafรฉs for matรฉ and facturas | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street 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 | 79 options on Happy Cow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 85 listings on Happy Cow |