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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Chiang Mai ๐น๐ญ
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,166,978 | 8,053,663 | 6,578,0179 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Thai | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese |
| Level of English | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Very High |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | November - April | January, February, October - December | March - May, September - November | May - September |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $974 | $1167 | $2498 | $1759 |
| Rent | $932 | $274 | $503 | $1174 | $717 |
| Groceries | $121 | $169 | $151 | $175 | $148 |
| Dining out | $403 | $108 | $134 | $313 | $280 |
| Cafe | $45 | $45 | $39 | $51 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $95 | $72 | $196 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $11 | $4 | $10 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $60 | $20 | $78 | $95 |
| Taxis | $48 | $20 | $13 | $44 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $10 | $0 | $49 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $8 | $3 | $54 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $8 | $4 | $20 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $62 | $89 | $82 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $41 | $57 | $44 | $56 |
| Yoga | $93 | $55 | $57 | $142 | $82 |
| Massage | $59 | $10 | $21 | $64 | $48 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | AIS, DTAC | Viettel, Mobifone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| Tap water | 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. | 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. | 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. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 90 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |