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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Bucharest ๐ท๐ด
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Cape Town ๐ฟ๐ฆ
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,830,000 | 4,617,560 | 144,900 | 237,559 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Romanian | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Greek | Portuguese | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | High | High | Very high | High | Very High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | April - October | March - May, September - November | March - May, October - December | May - September | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1351 | $1549 | $1959 | $1759 | $1976 |
| Rent | $932 | $615 | $618 | $678 | $717 | $869 |
| Groceries | $121 | $114 | $129 | $157 | $148 | $146 |
| Dining out | $403 | $165 | $269 | $261 | $280 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $38 | $32 | $56 | $45 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $133 | $151 | $209 | $96 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $7 | $27 | $35 | $21 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $21 | $55 | $63 | $95 | $38 |
| Taxis | $48 | $9 | $21 | $42 | $25 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $25 | $49 | $45 | $10 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $29 | $19 | $28 | $45 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $29 | $15 | $8 | $24 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $45 | $43 | $110 | $66 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $30 | $36 | $107 | $56 | $34 |
| Yoga | $93 | $59 | $56 | $105 | $82 | $87 |
| Massage | $59 | $31 | $30 | $54 | $48 | $45 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Orange | MTN, Vodacom | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, Orange |
| 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 | 10 - 15% at restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Star Taxi, Uber | Uber, Bolt | nTaxi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | 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 sautรฉed vegetables and dry-cured meats. Creamy desserts and liqueurs compliment large and flavorful meals. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| 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 | Bitlong and droewors, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bobotie, melkert, gatsby, bunny chow | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Paella, fideuร , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | Cape Malay shacks, food trucks, street food joints, local grills, small bakeries and food markets | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 24 options on HappyCow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 46 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |