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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Budapest 🇭🇺
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Buenos Aires 🇦🇷
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Chiang Mai 🇹🇭
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Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Prague 🇨🇿
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Seoul 🇰🇷
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,768,073 | 2,900,000 | 1,166,978 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 9,963,452 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Hungarian | Spanish | Thai | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Korean | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | High | High | High | Low | Moderate | Very High | High | Moderate | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | March - June, September - November | September - December | November - April | January - May, October - December | May - September | June - October | March - May, September - November | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | THB - Thai Baht (฿) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1230 | $1321 | $974 | $2143 | $1759 | $1806 | $2184 | $1976 |
| Rent | $932 | $499 | $844 | $274 | $923 | $717 | $780 | $797 | $869 |
| Groceries | $121 | $108 | $98 | $169 | $127 | $148 | $158 | $356 | $146 |
| Dining out | $403 | $202 | $121 | $108 | $207 | $280 | $240 | $211 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $29 | $25 | $45 | $42 | $45 | $53 | $69 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $120 | $95 | $95 | $160 | $96 | $175 | $222 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $9 | $11 | $11 | $21 | $21 | $24 | $40 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $36 | $9 | $60 | $17 | $95 | $61 | $40 | $38 |
| Taxis | $48 | $27 | $9 | $20 | $9 | $25 | $33 | $41 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $13 | $14 | $10 | $49 | $10 | $19 | $13 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $24 | $8 | $97 | $45 | $19 | $39 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $7 | $4 | $8 | $217 | $24 | $35 | $6 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $43 | $23 | $62 | $77 | $66 | $50 | $93 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $37 | $14 | $41 | $42 | $56 | $56 | $69 | $34 |
| Yoga | $93 | $48 | $19 | $55 | $54 | $82 | $66 | $112 | $87 |
| Massage | $59 | $26 | $10 | $10 | $101 | $48 | $37 | $75 | $45 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Telenor | Movistar, Claro, Personal | AIS, DTAC | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | 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 | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Bolt, Fotaxi | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Uber, Kakao | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | 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. | Magyar cuisine makes extensive use of creams, cheeses and sauces primarily in beef, chicken and pork dishes, mixed with seasonal vegetables, fruits and rich desserts. | 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. | 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. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | 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 | 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 | Paella, fideuà, esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | 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 | 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 | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 47 options on HappyCow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 90 options on HappyCow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |