Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Hanoi 🇻🇳
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Istanbul 🇹🇷
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Medellin 🇨🇴
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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New York City 🇺🇸
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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Population | 5,585,556 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 15,520,000 | 6,578,0179 | 2,427,000 | 8,850,000 | 8,323,340 | 237,559 | 1,108,700 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Turkish | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | English (de facto) | Portuguese | Georgian |
Level of English | High | Low | Moderate | Low | Moderate | Low | Moderate | Very high | Very High | Low |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Ná»™i Bà i International Airport (HAN) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | February - May | January, February, October - December | April - June, September and October | March - May, September - November | January - April, December | March - May, October, November | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - June |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | USD - US Dollar ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted in most places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $959 | $1167 | $659 | $2498 | $1293 | $1867 | $5431 | $1759 | $1462 |
Rent | $932 | $316 | $503 | $354 | $1174 | $732 | $778 | $2891 | $717 | $752 |
Groceries | $121 | $161 | $151 | $44 | $175 | $87 | $281 | $383 | $148 | $112 |
Dining out | $403 | $128 | $134 | $81 | $313 | $131 | $182 | $656 | $280 | $169 |
Cafe | $45 | $35 | $39 | $18 | $51 | $18 | $49 | $72 | $45 | $45 |
Coworking space | $213 | $88 | $72 | $49 | $196 | $96 | $159 | $326 | $96 | $125 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $4 | $4 | $3 | $10 | $16 | $25 | $45 | $21 | $4 |
Public transportation | $127 | $15 | $20 | $6 | $78 | $21 | $11 | $220 | $95 | $8 |
Taxis | $48 | $15 | $13 | $6 | $44 | $14 | $9 | $78 | $25 | $14 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $0 | $0 | $2 | $49 | $0 | $24 | $30 | $10 | $27 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $6 | $3 | $11 | $54 | $8 | $81 | $100 | $45 | $21 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $2 | $4 | $15 | $20 | $9 | $20 | $74 | $24 | $9 |
Nightlife | $112 | $74 | $89 | $22 | $82 | $73 | $64 | $195 | $66 | $53 |
Gym | $81 | $34 | $57 | $9 | $44 | $15 | $69 | $55 | $56 | $33 |
Yoga | $93 | $71 | $57 | $23 | $142 | $54 | $65 | $197 | $82 | $37 |
Massage | $59 | $10 | $21 | $15 | $64 | $20 | $51 | $109 | $48 | $53 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | AT&T, Verizon | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Grab | Grab, GoViet | BiTaksi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | EasyTaxi | Uber | Uber, Lyft | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Yandex, Bolt |
Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | 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. | 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 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 | 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 blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | American. Emphasis on comfort and fast food, with some good seafood dishes. Influence from other regions of the US, North America and the world make NYC a cosmopolitan and international cuisine hub that is incredibly diverse. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | 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. |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Pizza, clam chowder, bagels, corned beef, pastrami, cheesecake, hot dogs, and hundred of other international food options. | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee | 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! | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Markets, food stalls, menú del dÃa (cheap set lunch menus) | Delis, local pizza shops, street food stalls and food trucks, food markets, local bakeries and smaller, authentic international cuisine restaurants | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
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