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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Budapest ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,830,000 | 1,768,073 | 2,900,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Romanian | Hungarian | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Very high | High | High | High |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | April - October | March - June, September - November | September - December |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1351 | $1230 | $1321 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $615 | $499 | $844 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $114 | $108 | $98 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $165 | $202 | $121 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $38 | $29 | $25 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $133 | $120 | $95 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $7 | $9 | $11 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $21 | $36 | $9 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $9 | $27 | $9 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $25 | $13 | $14 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $29 | $24 | $24 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $29 | $7 | $4 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $45 | $43 | $23 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $30 | $37 | $14 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $59 | $48 | $19 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $31 | $26 | $10 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, Orange | Vodafone, Telenor | Movistar, Claro, Personal |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5% - 10% at restaurants, 5% - 10% tip for services is appreciated but not expected, round up for taxis | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Star Taxi, Uber | Bolt, Fotaxi | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not 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. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | 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 |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Sarmale, mămăligă, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbă de burtă, covrig, papanasi | 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 |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | 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 |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 47 options on HappyCow | 79 options on Happy Cow |