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Population | 5,585,556 | 15,520,000 | 2,427,000 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Turkish | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech |
Level of English | High | Low | Low | Moderate | Very High | High |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | April - June, September and October | January - April, December | January - May, October - December | May - September | June - October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in most places | Accepted in some places | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $659 | $1293 | $2143 | $1759 | $1806 |
Rent | $932 | $354 | $732 | $923 | $717 | $780 |
Groceries | $121 | $44 | $87 | $127 | $148 | $158 |
Dining out | $403 | $81 | $131 | $207 | $280 | $240 |
Cafe | $45 | $18 | $18 | $42 | $45 | $53 |
Coworking space | $213 | $49 | $96 | $160 | $96 | $175 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $3 | $16 | $21 | $21 | $24 |
Public transportation | $127 | $6 | $21 | $17 | $95 | $61 |
Taxis | $48 | $6 | $14 | $9 | $25 | $33 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $2 | $0 | $49 | $10 | $19 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $11 | $8 | $97 | $45 | $19 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $15 | $9 | $217 | $24 | $35 |
Nightlife | $112 | $22 | $73 | $77 | $66 | $50 |
Gym | $81 | $9 | $15 | $42 | $56 | $56 |
Yoga | $93 | $23 | $54 | $54 | $82 | $66 |
Massage | $59 | $15 | $20 | $101 | $48 | $37 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | BiTaksi | EasyTaxi | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago |
Tap water | Drinkable | Not 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 fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | 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! |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | 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. |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow |