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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Chiang Mai ๐น๐ญ
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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Panama City ๐ต๐ฆ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,166,978 | 1,125,316 | 8,850,000 | 880,691 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Thai | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Low | Low | Moderate | Low |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | November - April | February - May | March - May, October, November | December - April |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $974 | $959 | $1867 | $2359 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $274 | $316 | $778 | $1036 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $169 | $161 | $281 | $236 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $108 | $128 | $182 | $371 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $45 | $35 | $49 | $43 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $95 | $88 | $159 | $157 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $11 | $4 | $25 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $60 | $15 | $11 | $12 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $20 | $15 | $9 | $48 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $10 | $0 | $24 | $0 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $8 | $6 | $81 | $35 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $8 | $2 | $20 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $62 | $74 | $64 | $117 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $41 | $34 | $69 | $37 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $55 | $71 | $65 | $163 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $10 | $10 | $51 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | AIS, DTAC | Viettel, Vinafone | Telcel, Movistar | Claro, Movistar |
| 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, not customary or expected elsewhere | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Grab | Uber | Uber, Tu Chofer |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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 | 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. | Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | 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. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameรฑos, tostones, ropa vieja |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Markets, food stalls, menรบ del dรญa (cheap set lunch menus) | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 90 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow |