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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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Istanbul ๐น๐ท
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 8,053,663 | 15,520,000 | 6,578,0179 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Vietnamese | Turkish | Spanish | Portuguese |
| Level of English | High | Moderate | Low | Moderate | Very High |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | January, February, October - December | April - June, September and October | March - May, September - November | May - September |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | TRY - Turkish Lira (โบ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted in most places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1167 | $659 | $2498 | $1759 |
| Rent | $932 | $503 | $354 | $1174 | $717 |
| Groceries | $121 | $151 | $44 | $175 | $148 |
| Dining out | $403 | $134 | $81 | $313 | $280 |
| Cafe | $45 | $39 | $18 | $51 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $72 | $49 | $196 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $4 | $3 | $10 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $20 | $6 | $78 | $95 |
| Taxis | $48 | $13 | $6 | $44 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $0 | $2 | $49 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $3 | $11 | $54 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $4 | $15 | $20 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $89 | $22 | $82 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $57 | $9 | $44 | $56 |
| Yoga | $93 | $57 | $23 | $142 | $82 |
| Massage | $59 | $21 | $15 | $64 | $48 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Viettel, Mobifone | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafรฉs and bars | 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, GoViet | BiTaksi | 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. | 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 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 | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Dรถner, ฤฐรงli Kรถfte, Dondurma, Karnฤฑyarฤฑk, Turkish delight | 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 | 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! | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |