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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Cape Town 🇿🇦
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Larnaca 🇨🇾
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
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Prague 🇨🇿
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Seoul 🇰🇷
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 4,617,560 | 144,900 | 8,850,000 | 259,453 | 1,305,737 | 9,963,452 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Greek | Spanish | Spanish | Czech | Korean |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Very high | High | Moderate | Moderate | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - May, September - November | March - May, October - December | March - May, October, November | January - May, October - December | June - October | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | EUR - Euro (€) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1549 | $1959 | $1867 | $2143 | $1806 | $2184 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $618 | $678 | $778 | $923 | $780 | $797 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $129 | $157 | $281 | $127 | $158 | $356 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $269 | $261 | $182 | $207 | $240 | $211 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $32 | $56 | $49 | $42 | $53 | $69 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $151 | $209 | $159 | $160 | $175 | $222 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $27 | $35 | $25 | $21 | $24 | $40 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $55 | $63 | $11 | $17 | $61 | $40 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $21 | $42 | $9 | $9 | $33 | $41 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $49 | $45 | $24 | $49 | $19 | $13 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $19 | $28 | $81 | $97 | $19 | $39 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $15 | $8 | $20 | $217 | $35 | $6 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $43 | $110 | $64 | $77 | $50 | $93 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $36 | $107 | $69 | $42 | $56 | $69 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $56 | $105 | $65 | $54 | $66 | $112 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $30 | $54 | $51 | $101 | $37 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | MTN, Vodacom | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Telcel, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, T-Mobile | 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 | 10 - 15% at restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10-15% for restaurants | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | Not customary or expected |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Bolt | nTaxi | Uber | N/A | Uber, Liftago | Uber, Kakao |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | 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 | South African cuisine has been shaped by a long history of Dutch, Malay, British and Indian settlements, making the food diverse and strong in flavor. There is a strong emphasis on game in all of its different forms, as well as spicy sauces and sautéed vegetables and dry-cured meats. Creamy desserts and liqueurs compliment large and flavorful meals. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer! | 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 | Bitlong and droewors, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bobotie, melkert, gatsby, bunny chow | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | 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 | Cape Malay shacks, food trucks, street food joints, local grills, small bakeries and food markets | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 24 options on HappyCow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 57 options on Happy Cow |