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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Chiang Mai ๐น๐ญ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,166,978 | 6,578,0179 | 8,850,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Thai | Spanish | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | November - April | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $974 | $2498 | $1867 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $274 | $1174 | $778 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $169 | $175 | $281 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $108 | $313 | $182 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $45 | $51 | $49 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $95 | $196 | $159 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $11 | $10 | $25 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $60 | $78 | $11 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $20 | $44 | $9 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $10 | $49 | $24 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $8 | $54 | $81 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $8 | $20 | $20 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $62 | $82 | $64 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $41 | $44 | $69 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $55 | $142 | $65 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $10 | $64 | $51 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | AIS, DTAC | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber |
| 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 | Combines salty, sweet, spicy and sour flavors to create bold and colorful dishes. Meals typically include a mixture of meat and seafood dishes, as well as noodles or soups recipes. Strong emphasis on local spices and vegetables. | 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 |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food | 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, menรบ del dรญa (cheap set lunch menus) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 90 options on HappyCow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow |