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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Cape Town 🇿🇦
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Hanoi 🇻🇳
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Istanbul 🇹🇷
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Larnaca 🇨🇾
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Panama City 🇵🇦
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 4,617,560 | 8,053,663 | 15,520,000 | 144,900 | 880,691 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Vietnamese | Turkish | Greek | Spanish | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Moderate | Low | High | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Ná»™i BÃ i International Airport (HAN) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | March - May, September - November | January, February, October - December | April - June, September and October | March - May, October - December | December - April | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | EUR - Euro (€) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted in most places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1549 | $1167 | $659 | $1959 | $2359 | $1976 |
| Rent | $932 | $618 | $503 | $354 | $678 | $1036 | $869 |
| Groceries | $121 | $129 | $151 | $44 | $157 | $236 | $146 |
| Dining out | $403 | $269 | $134 | $81 | $261 | $371 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $32 | $39 | $18 | $56 | $43 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $151 | $72 | $49 | $209 | $157 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $27 | $4 | $3 | $35 | $21 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $55 | $20 | $6 | $63 | $12 | $38 |
| Taxis | $48 | $21 | $13 | $6 | $42 | $48 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $49 | $0 | $2 | $45 | $0 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $19 | $3 | $11 | $28 | $35 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $15 | $4 | $15 | $8 | $9 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $43 | $89 | $22 | $110 | $117 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $36 | $57 | $9 | $107 | $37 | $34 |
| Yoga | $93 | $56 | $57 | $23 | $105 | $163 | $87 |
| Massage | $59 | $30 | $21 | $15 | $54 | $75 | $45 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | MTN, Vodacom | Viettel, Mobifone | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Claro, Movistar | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10 - 15% at restaurants, round up elsewhere | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Uber, Bolt | Grab, GoViet | BiTaksi | nTaxi | Uber, Tu Chofer | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | South African cuisine has been shaped by a long history of Dutch, Malay, British and Indian settlements, making the food diverse and strong in flavor. There is a strong emphasis on game in all of its different forms, as well as spicy sauces and sautéed vegetables and dry-cured meats. Creamy desserts and liqueurs compliment large and flavorful meals. | 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. | A fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | Latin American. Emphasis on rice, beans, coconut, and local fruits and vegetables. Pork and beef are regularly used and influence from the islands gives seafood dishes a prominent spot in Panamanian cuisine. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Bitlong and droewors, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bobotie, melkert, gatsby, bunny chow | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Paella, fideuà , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Cape Malay shacks, food trucks, street food joints, local grills, small bakeries and food markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 24 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 7 options on HappyCow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |