|
Barcelona 🇪🇸
|
Istanbul 🇹🇷
|
Medellin 🇨🇴
|
Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
|
Prague 🇨🇿
|
Seoul 🇰🇷
|
|
| Population | 5,585,556 | 15,520,000 | 2,427,000 | 259,453 | 1,305,737 | 9,963,452 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Turkish | Spanish | Spanish | Czech | Korean |
| Level of English | High | Low | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | April - June, September and October | January - April, December | January - May, October - December | June - October | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in most places | Accepted in some places | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $659 | $1293 | $2143 | $1806 | $2184 |
| Rent | $932 | $354 | $732 | $923 | $780 | $797 |
| Groceries | $121 | $44 | $87 | $127 | $158 | $356 |
| Dining out | $403 | $81 | $131 | $207 | $240 | $211 |
| Cafe | $45 | $18 | $18 | $42 | $53 | $69 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $49 | $96 | $160 | $175 | $222 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $3 | $16 | $21 | $24 | $40 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $6 | $21 | $17 | $61 | $40 |
| Taxis | $48 | $6 | $14 | $9 | $33 | $41 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $2 | $0 | $49 | $19 | $13 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $11 | $8 | $97 | $19 | $39 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $15 | $9 | $217 | $35 | $6 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $22 | $73 | $77 | $50 | $93 |
| Gym | $81 | $9 | $15 | $42 | $56 | $69 |
| Yoga | $93 | $23 | $54 | $54 | $66 | $112 |
| Massage | $59 | $15 | $20 | $101 | $37 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, T-Mobile | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
| 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 | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | Not customary or expected |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | BiTaksi | EasyTaxi | N/A | Uber, Liftago | Uber, Kakao |
| 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 | 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! | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. |
| 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 | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam |
| 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 | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 57 options on Happy Cow |