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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 8,053,663 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 1,270,169 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Vietnamese | Portuguese | Czech | Bulgarian |
| Level of English | High | Moderate | Very High | High | High |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | January, February, October - December | May - September | June - October | April-June, September-October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (лв) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1167 | $1759 | $1806 | $1289 |
| Rent | $932 | $503 | $717 | $780 | $567 |
| Groceries | $121 | $151 | $148 | $158 | $10 |
| Dining out | $403 | $134 | $280 | $240 | $227 |
| Cafe | $45 | $39 | $45 | $53 | $27 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $72 | $96 | $175 | $140 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $4 | $21 | $24 | $10 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $20 | $95 | $61 | $30 |
| Taxis | $48 | $13 | $25 | $33 | $12 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $0 | $10 | $19 | $40 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $3 | $45 | $19 | $18 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $4 | $24 | $35 | $12 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $89 | $66 | $50 | $82 |
| Gym | $81 | $57 | $56 | $56 | $23 |
| Yoga | $93 | $57 | $82 | $66 | $62 |
| Massage | $59 | $21 | $48 | $37 | $29 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Viettel, Mobifone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | A1, Telenor, Vivacom |
| 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%. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafés |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Grab, GoViet | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | TaxiMe, TaxiStars |
| Tap water | 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. | 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 variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer! | Vegetables and mild spices are often mixed with dairy products to create rich chicken and pork products. Seafood dishes also popular in some regions of the country, making them popular in the capital. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 20 options on HappyCow |