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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Sofia ๐ง๐ฌ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 144,900 | 6,578,0179 | 1,270,169 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Greek | Spanish | Bulgarian |
| Level of English | High | Very high | High | Moderate | High |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - May, October - December | March - May, September - November | April-June, September-October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (ะปะฒ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1959 | $2498 | $1289 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $678 | $1174 | $567 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $157 | $175 | $10 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $261 | $313 | $227 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $56 | $51 | $27 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $209 | $196 | $140 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $35 | $10 | $10 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $63 | $78 | $30 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $42 | $44 | $12 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $45 | $49 | $40 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $28 | $54 | $18 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $8 | $20 | $12 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $110 | $82 | $82 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $107 | $44 | $23 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $105 | $142 | $62 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $54 | $64 | $29 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | A1, Telenor, Vivacom |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafรฉs |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | nTaxi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | TaxiMe, TaxiStars |
| Tap water | Drinkable | 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 | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | Vegetables and mild spices are often mixed with dairy products to create rich chicken and pork products. Seafood dishes also popular in some regions of the country, making them popular in the capital. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | 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! | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow |