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Population | 5,585,556 | 15,520,000 | 8,850,000 | 880,691 | 1,108,700 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Turkish | Spanish | Spanish | Georgian | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | High | Low | Moderate | Low | Low | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | April - June, September and October | March - May, October, November | December - April | March - June | March - June, September, October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) | EUR - Euro (€) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in most places | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $659 | $1867 | $2359 | $1462 | $1976 |
Rent | $932 | $354 | $778 | $1036 | $752 | $869 |
Groceries | $121 | $44 | $281 | $236 | $112 | $146 |
Dining out | $403 | $81 | $182 | $371 | $169 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $18 | $49 | $43 | $45 | $42 |
Coworking space | $213 | $49 | $159 | $157 | $125 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $3 | $25 | $21 | $4 | $16 |
Public transportation | $127 | $6 | $11 | $12 | $8 | $38 |
Taxis | $48 | $6 | $9 | $48 | $14 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $2 | $24 | $0 | $27 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $11 | $81 | $35 | $21 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $15 | $20 | $9 | $9 | $44 |
Nightlife | $112 | $22 | $64 | $117 | $53 | $66 |
Gym | $81 | $9 | $69 | $37 | $33 | $34 |
Yoga | $93 | $23 | $65 | $163 | $37 | $87 |
Massage | $59 | $15 | $51 | $75 | $53 | $45 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Telcel, Movistar | Claro, Movistar | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | BiTaksi | Uber | Uber, Tu Chofer | Yandex, Bolt | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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 | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | Latin American. Emphasis on rice, beans, coconut, and local fruits and vegetables. Pork and beef are regularly used and influence from the islands gives seafood dishes a prominent spot in Panamanian cuisine. | Cuisine of the Caucasus meets regional diversity in Georgia. Emphasis on spices and meats (poultry, beef, pork and mutton) as well as soups and creams. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli | Paella, fideuà , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
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 | Markets, food stalls, menú del dÃa (cheap set lunch menus) | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |