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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Cape Town ๐ฟ๐ฆ
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Playa del Carmen ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 4,617,560 | 8,053,663 | 144,900 | 259,453 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Vietnamese | Greek | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Moderate | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | March - May, September - November | January, February, October - December | March - May, October - December | January - May, October - December |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1549 | $1167 | $1959 | $2143 |
| Rent | $932 | $618 | $503 | $678 | $923 |
| Groceries | $121 | $129 | $151 | $157 | $127 |
| Dining out | $403 | $269 | $134 | $261 | $207 |
| Cafe | $45 | $32 | $39 | $56 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $151 | $72 | $209 | $160 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $27 | $4 | $35 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $55 | $20 | $63 | $17 |
| Taxis | $48 | $21 | $13 | $42 | $9 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $49 | $0 | $45 | $49 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $19 | $3 | $28 | $97 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $15 | $4 | $8 | $217 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $43 | $89 | $110 | $77 |
| Gym | $81 | $36 | $57 | $107 | $42 |
| Yoga | $93 | $56 | $57 | $105 | $54 |
| Massage | $59 | $30 | $21 | $54 | $101 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | MTN, Vodacom | Viettel, Mobifone | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Telcel, Movistar |
| 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%. | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 10-15% for restaurants |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Uber, Bolt | Grab, GoViet | nTaxi | 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. | 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. | 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. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | 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 | Bitlong and droewors, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bobotie, melkert, gatsby, bunny chow | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole |
| 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 | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 24 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 72 listings on Happy Cow |