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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 2,900,000 | 1,166,978 | 8,850,000 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 9,963,452 | 1,108,700 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Spanish | Thai | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Korean | Georgian |
| Level of English | High | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Very High | High | Moderate | Low |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | September - December | November - April | March - May, October, November | January - May, October - December | May - September | June - October | March - May, September - November | March - June |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | THB - Thai Baht (฿) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1321 | $974 | $1867 | $2143 | $1759 | $1806 | $2184 | $1462 |
| Rent | $932 | $844 | $274 | $778 | $923 | $717 | $780 | $797 | $752 |
| Groceries | $121 | $98 | $169 | $281 | $127 | $148 | $158 | $356 | $112 |
| Dining out | $403 | $121 | $108 | $182 | $207 | $280 | $240 | $211 | $169 |
| Cafe | $45 | $25 | $45 | $49 | $42 | $45 | $53 | $69 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $95 | $95 | $159 | $160 | $96 | $175 | $222 | $125 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $11 | $11 | $25 | $21 | $21 | $24 | $40 | $4 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $9 | $60 | $11 | $17 | $95 | $61 | $40 | $8 |
| Taxis | $48 | $9 | $20 | $9 | $9 | $25 | $33 | $41 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $14 | $10 | $24 | $49 | $10 | $19 | $13 | $27 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $8 | $81 | $97 | $45 | $19 | $39 | $21 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $4 | $8 | $20 | $217 | $24 | $35 | $6 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $23 | $62 | $64 | $77 | $66 | $50 | $93 | $53 |
| Gym | $81 | $14 | $41 | $69 | $42 | $56 | $56 | $69 | $33 |
| Yoga | $93 | $19 | $55 | $65 | $54 | $82 | $66 | $112 | $37 |
| Massage | $59 | $10 | $10 | $51 | $101 | $48 | $37 | $75 | $53 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Movistar, Claro, Personal | AIS, DTAC | Telcel, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10-15% for restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | Not customary or expected | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab | Uber | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Uber, Kakao | Yandex, Bolt |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | 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. | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | 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. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer! | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. | 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. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafés for maté and facturas | Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 90 options on HappyCow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow |