Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Bogota 🇨🇴
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Budapest ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
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Buenos Aires 🇦🇷
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Panama City 🇵🇦
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 10,978,360 | 1,768,073 | 2,900,000 | 1,125,316 | 8,850,000 | 880,691 | 237,559 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Hungarian | Spanish | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | High | Very high | Low | High | High | Low | Moderate | Low | Very High | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | El Dorado International Airport (BOG) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | January - March, December | March - June, September - November | September - December | February - May | March - May, October, November | December - April | May - September | March - June, September, October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1097 | $1230 | $1321 | $959 | $1867 | $2359 | $1759 | $1976 |
Rent | $932 | $939 | $480 | $499 | $844 | $316 | $778 | $1036 | $717 | $869 |
Groceries | $121 | $188 | $82 | $108 | $98 | $161 | $281 | $236 | $148 | $146 |
Dining out | $403 | $271 | $174 | $202 | $121 | $128 | $182 | $371 | $280 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $22 | $29 | $25 | $35 | $49 | $43 | $45 | $42 |
Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $77 | $120 | $95 | $88 | $159 | $157 | $96 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $11 | $9 | $11 | $4 | $25 | $21 | $21 | $16 |
Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $23 | $36 | $9 | $15 | $11 | $12 | $95 | $38 |
Taxis | $48 | $58 | $28 | $27 | $9 | $15 | $9 | $48 | $25 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $17 | $13 | $14 | $0 | $24 | $0 | $10 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $22 | $24 | $24 | $6 | $81 | $35 | $45 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $7 | $7 | $4 | $2 | $20 | $9 | $24 | $44 |
Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $46 | $43 | $23 | $74 | $64 | $117 | $66 | $66 |
Gym | $81 | $66 | $15 | $37 | $14 | $34 | $69 | $37 | $56 | $34 |
Yoga | $93 | $99 | $57 | $48 | $19 | $71 | $65 | $163 | $82 | $87 |
Massage | $59 | $56 | $37 | $26 | $10 | $10 | $51 | $75 | $48 | $45 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Tigo, Movistar, Claro | Vodafone, Telenor | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Viettel, Vinafone | Telcel, Movistar | Claro, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10% service included in all bills, not required or expected at bars without table service | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Cabify | Bolt, Fotaxi | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab | Uber | Uber, Tu Chofer | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not 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. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Latin American. Dishes with beef, pork and chicken are often mixed with flour-based foods and fruity desserts. Heavy influence from the Andes and other Colombian regions. | Magyar cuisine makes extensive use of creams, cheeses and sauces primarily in beef, chicken and pork dishes, mixed with seasonal vegetables, fruits and rich desserts. | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. | 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. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Arepas, ajiaco santaferense, buñuelos, patacones, té de coca, changua | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Paella, fideuà , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local family restaurants and those from other regions. Menú del dÃa. Community markets and sports bars. | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafés for maté and facturas | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Markets, food stalls, menú del dÃa (cheap set lunch menus) | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
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