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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Bucharest ๐ท๐ด
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Playa del Carmen ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,830,000 | 8,053,663 | 144,900 | 6,578,0179 | 259,453 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Romanian | Vietnamese | Greek | Spanish | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | High | Moderate | High | Moderate | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | April - October | January, February, October - December | March - May, October - December | March - May, September - November | January - May, October - December |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1351 | $1167 | $1959 | $2498 | $2143 |
| Rent | $932 | $615 | $503 | $678 | $1174 | $923 |
| Groceries | $121 | $114 | $151 | $157 | $175 | $127 |
| Dining out | $403 | $165 | $134 | $261 | $313 | $207 |
| Cafe | $45 | $38 | $39 | $56 | $51 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $133 | $72 | $209 | $196 | $160 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $7 | $4 | $35 | $10 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $21 | $20 | $63 | $78 | $17 |
| Taxis | $48 | $9 | $13 | $42 | $44 | $9 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $25 | $0 | $45 | $49 | $49 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $29 | $3 | $28 | $54 | $97 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $29 | $4 | $8 | $20 | $217 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $45 | $89 | $110 | $82 | $77 |
| Gym | $81 | $30 | $57 | $107 | $44 | $42 |
| Yoga | $93 | $59 | $57 | $105 | $142 | $54 |
| Massage | $59 | $31 | $21 | $54 | $64 | $101 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Orange | Viettel, Mobifone | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 5% - 10% at restaurants, 5% - 10% tip for services is appreciated but not expected, round up for taxis | 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 | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Star Taxi, Uber | Grab, GoViet | nTaxi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | N/A |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not 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. | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | 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.. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Sarmale, mฤmฤligฤ, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbฤ de burtฤ, covrig, papanasi | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | 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. | 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! | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow |