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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Lisbon 🇵🇹
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Panama City 🇵🇦
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Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,125,316 | 517,000 | 6,578,0179 | 8,850,000 | 880,691 | 259,453 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Vietnamese | Portuguese | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Low | Very high | Moderate | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | February - May | March - May, September, October | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November | December - April | January - May, October - December |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted almost everywhere (less for AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $959 | $1984 | $2498 | $1867 | $2359 | $2143 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $316 | $965 | $1174 | $778 | $1036 | $923 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $161 | $136 | $175 | $281 | $236 | $127 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $128 | $271 | $313 | $182 | $371 | $207 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $35 | $37 | $51 | $49 | $43 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $88 | $164 | $196 | $159 | $157 | $160 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $4 | $24 | $10 | $25 | $21 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $15 | $63 | $78 | $11 | $12 | $17 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $15 | $27 | $44 | $9 | $48 | $9 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $0 | $18 | $49 | $24 | $0 | $49 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $6 | $29 | $54 | $81 | $35 | $97 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $2 | $24 | $20 | $20 | $9 | $217 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $74 | $47 | $82 | $64 | $117 | $77 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $34 | $65 | $44 | $69 | $37 | $42 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $71 | $65 | $142 | $65 | $163 | $54 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $10 | $50 | $64 | $51 | $75 | $101 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Viettel, Vinafone | Vodafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | Claro, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | 5-10% for restaurants, not common at bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10-15% for restaurants |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Uber, FreeNow | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber | Uber, Tu Chofer | N/A |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | 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 | 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. | Fresh seafood, meats, soup, sausages and famous pastries | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | 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. | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Bacalhau à bras, sardinhas, petiscos, leitão, polvo à lagareiro, pasteis de nata, bifana | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Tascas, snack bars, seafood restaurants | 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! | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 401 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow | 72 listings on Happy Cow |