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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Buenos Aires 🇦🇷
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Medellin 🇨🇴
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Prague 🇨🇿
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 2,900,000 | 1,125,316 | 2,427,000 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 1,108,700 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Spanish | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Georgian | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | High | High | Low | Low | Very High | High | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | September - December | February - May | January - April, December | May - September | June - October | March - June | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places | 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 | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1321 | $959 | $1293 | $1759 | $1806 | $1462 | $1976 |
| Rent | $932 | $844 | $316 | $732 | $717 | $780 | $752 | $869 |
| Groceries | $121 | $98 | $161 | $87 | $148 | $158 | $112 | $146 |
| Dining out | $403 | $121 | $128 | $131 | $280 | $240 | $169 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $25 | $35 | $18 | $45 | $53 | $45 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $95 | $88 | $96 | $96 | $175 | $125 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $11 | $4 | $16 | $21 | $24 | $4 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $9 | $15 | $21 | $95 | $61 | $8 | $38 |
| Taxis | $48 | $9 | $15 | $14 | $25 | $33 | $14 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $14 | $0 | $0 | $10 | $19 | $27 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $6 | $8 | $45 | $19 | $21 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $4 | $2 | $9 | $24 | $35 | $9 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $23 | $74 | $73 | $66 | $50 | $53 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $14 | $34 | $15 | $56 | $56 | $33 | $34 |
| Yoga | $93 | $19 | $71 | $54 | $82 | $66 | $37 | $87 |
| Massage | $59 | $10 | $10 | $20 | $48 | $37 | $53 | $45 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Viettel, Vinafone | Claro, Tigo | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Tip 10% in restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab | EasyTaxi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Yandex, Bolt | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | 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. | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | 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! | 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. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | 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. | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli | Paella, fideuà, esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| 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 | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |