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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Chiang Mai ๐น๐ญ
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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Playa del Carmen ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,166,978 | 144,900 | 8,850,000 | 259,453 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Thai | Greek | Spanish | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Low | High | Moderate | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | November - April | March - May, October - December | March - May, October, November | January - May, October - December |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $974 | $1959 | $1867 | $2143 |
| Rent | $932 | $274 | $678 | $778 | $923 |
| Groceries | $121 | $169 | $157 | $281 | $127 |
| Dining out | $403 | $108 | $261 | $182 | $207 |
| Cafe | $45 | $45 | $56 | $49 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $95 | $209 | $159 | $160 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $11 | $35 | $25 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $60 | $63 | $11 | $17 |
| Taxis | $48 | $20 | $42 | $9 | $9 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $10 | $45 | $24 | $49 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $8 | $28 | $81 | $97 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $8 | $8 | $20 | $217 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $62 | $110 | $64 | $77 |
| Gym | $81 | $41 | $107 | $69 | $42 |
| Yoga | $93 | $55 | $105 | $65 | $54 |
| Massage | $59 | $10 | $54 | $51 | $101 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | AIS, DTAC | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Telcel, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10-15% for restaurants |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Grab | nTaxi | Uber | N/A |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices |
| 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 | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole |
| 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 | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Markets, food stalls, menรบ del dรญa (cheap set lunch menus) | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 90 options on HappyCow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow |