Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Tbilisi ๐ฌ๐ช
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 144,900 | 6,578,0179 | 1,108,700 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Greek | Spanish | Georgian | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | High | Very high | High | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - May, October - December | March - May, September - November | March - June | March - June, September, October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | GEL - Georgian Lari (โพ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1959 | $2498 | $1462 | $1976 |
Rent | $932 | $939 | $678 | $1174 | $752 | $869 |
Groceries | $121 | $188 | $157 | $175 | $112 | $146 |
Dining out | $403 | $271 | $261 | $313 | $169 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $56 | $51 | $45 | $42 |
Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $209 | $196 | $125 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $35 | $10 | $4 | $16 |
Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $63 | $78 | $8 | $38 |
Taxis | $48 | $58 | $42 | $44 | $14 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $45 | $49 | $27 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $28 | $54 | $21 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $8 | $20 | $9 | $44 |
Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $110 | $82 | $53 | $66 |
Gym | $81 | $66 | $107 | $44 | $33 | $34 |
Yoga | $93 | $99 | $105 | $142 | $37 | $87 |
Massage | $59 | $56 | $54 | $64 | $53 | $45 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline | Vodafone, Orange |
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% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafรฉs. | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | nTaxi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Yandex, Bolt | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | 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. | 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. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
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 | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli | Paella, fideuร , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
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! | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
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 | 10 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |