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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Chiang Mai ๐น๐ญ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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New York City ๐บ๐ธ
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Panama City ๐ต๐ฆ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,166,978 | 8,850,000 | 8,323,340 | 880,691 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Thai | Spanish | English (de facto) | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Low | Moderate | Very high | Low |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | November - April | March - May, October, November | April - June, September - November | December - April |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | USD - US Dollar ($) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $974 | $1867 | $5431 | $2359 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $274 | $778 | $2891 | $1036 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $169 | $281 | $383 | $236 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $108 | $182 | $656 | $371 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $45 | $49 | $72 | $43 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $95 | $159 | $326 | $157 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $11 | $25 | $45 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $60 | $11 | $220 | $12 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $20 | $9 | $78 | $48 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $10 | $24 | $30 | $0 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $8 | $81 | $100 | $35 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $8 | $20 | $74 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $62 | $64 | $195 | $117 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $41 | $69 | $55 | $37 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $55 | $65 | $197 | $163 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $10 | $51 | $109 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | AIS, DTAC | Telcel, Movistar | AT&T, Verizon | 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 | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Uber | Uber, Lyft | Uber, Tu Chofer |
| Tap water | Drinkable | 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 | 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. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | American. Emphasis on comfort and fast food, with some good seafood dishes. Influence from other regions of the US, North America and the world make NYC a cosmopolitan and international cuisine hub that is incredibly diverse. | 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 | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Pizza, clam chowder, bagels, corned beef, pastrami, cheesecake, hot dogs, and hundred of other international food options. | 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 | Markets, food stalls, menรบ del dรญa (cheap set lunch menus) | Delis, local pizza shops, street food stalls and food trucks, food markets, local bakeries and smaller, authentic international cuisine restaurants | 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 | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 309 options on HappyCow | 7 options on HappyCow |