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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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Sofia ๐ง๐ฌ
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 6,578,0179 | 8,850,000 | 1,270,169 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Spanish | Bulgarian | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Moderate | Moderate | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November | April-June, September-October | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (ะปะฒ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $2498 | $1867 | $1289 | $1976 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $1174 | $778 | $567 | $869 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $175 | $281 | $10 | $146 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $313 | $182 | $227 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $51 | $49 | $27 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $196 | $159 | $140 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $10 | $25 | $10 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $78 | $11 | $30 | $38 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $44 | $9 | $12 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $49 | $24 | $40 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $54 | $81 | $18 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $20 | $20 | $12 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $82 | $64 | $82 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $44 | $69 | $23 | $34 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $142 | $65 | $62 | $87 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $64 | $51 | $29 | $45 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | A1, Telenor, Vivacom | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafรฉs | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber | TaxiMe, TaxiStars | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not 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 | 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 | 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. | 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 | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator | 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 | 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) | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |