Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Panama City 🇵🇦
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Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
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Prague 🇨🇿
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,125,316 | 880,691 | 259,453 | 1,305,737 | 1,108,700 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Czech | Georgian |
Level of English | High | Very high | Low | Low | Moderate | High | Low |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | February - May | December - April | January - May, October - December | June - October | March - June |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $959 | $2359 | $2143 | $1806 | $1462 |
Rent | $932 | $939 | $316 | $1036 | $923 | $780 | $752 |
Groceries | $121 | $188 | $161 | $236 | $127 | $158 | $112 |
Dining out | $403 | $271 | $128 | $371 | $207 | $240 | $169 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $35 | $43 | $42 | $53 | $45 |
Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $88 | $157 | $160 | $175 | $125 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $4 | $21 | $21 | $24 | $4 |
Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $15 | $12 | $17 | $61 | $8 |
Taxis | $48 | $58 | $15 | $48 | $9 | $33 | $14 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $0 | $0 | $49 | $19 | $27 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $6 | $35 | $97 | $19 | $21 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $2 | $9 | $217 | $35 | $9 |
Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $74 | $117 | $77 | $50 | $53 |
Gym | $81 | $66 | $34 | $37 | $42 | $56 | $33 |
Yoga | $93 | $99 | $71 | $163 | $54 | $66 | $37 |
Massage | $59 | $56 | $10 | $75 | $101 | $37 | $53 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Viettel, Vinafone | Claro, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
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 | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10-15% for restaurants | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Uber, Tu Chofer | N/A | Uber, Liftago | Yandex, Bolt |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not 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 | 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. | 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 | 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! | Cuisine of the Caucasus meets regional diversity in Georgia. Emphasis on spices and meats (poultry, beef, pork and mutton) as well as soups and creams. |
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 | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
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 | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 7 options on HappyCow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow |