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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Budapest ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
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Hanoi 🇻🇳
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Larnaca 🇨🇾
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Rio de Janeiro 🇧🇷
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,768,073 | 8,053,663 | 144,900 | 237,559 | 6,718,903 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Greek | Portuguese | Portuguese |
| Level of English | High | Very high | High | Moderate | High | Very High | Low |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Nội Bà i International Airport (HAN) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Galeão International Airport |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - June, September - November | January, February, October - December | March - May, October - December | May - September | January - March, December |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | BRL - Brazilian Real (R$) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1230 | $1167 | $1959 | $1759 | $1833 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $499 | $503 | $678 | $717 | $1066 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $108 | $151 | $157 | $148 | $95 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $202 | $134 | $261 | $280 | $210 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $29 | $39 | $56 | $45 | $25 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $120 | $72 | $209 | $96 | $130 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $9 | $4 | $35 | $21 | $7 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $36 | $20 | $63 | $95 | $33 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $27 | $13 | $42 | $25 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $13 | $0 | $45 | $10 | $16 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $24 | $3 | $28 | $45 | $55 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $7 | $4 | $8 | $24 | $26 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $43 | $89 | $110 | $66 | $54 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $37 | $57 | $107 | $56 | $31 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $48 | $57 | $105 | $82 | $40 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $26 | $21 | $54 | $48 | $32 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Mobifone | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Tim, Claro, Vivo |
| 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 and bars | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% usually included in restaurants, 10% at bars and cafes with table service is common |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab, GoViet | nTaxi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber |
| Tap water | Drinkable | 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 | Magyar cuisine makes extensive use of creams, cheeses and sauces primarily in beef, chicken and pork dishes, mixed with seasonal vegetables, fruits and rich desserts. | A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Emphasis on rice, beans, pork and beef with a variety of root vegetables and fresh fruits. Fresh seafood is also very common. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Feijoada, bolinho de bacalhau, fried sardines, caldo verde, pao de queijo and brigadeiros. |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | The "snack capital" of Brazil, Rio is a perfect place to try street food as well as the wide varieties of small, traditional eateries and churrascarias easily found across the city. |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 47 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 46 options on Happy Cow | 54 options on Happy Cow |