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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 | 1,768,073 | 8,053,663 | 2,427,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | Very high | High | Moderate | Low |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Ná»™i Bà i International Airport (HAN) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - June, September - November | January, February, October - December | January - April, December |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted in some places |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1230 | $1167 | $1293 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $499 | $503 | $732 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $108 | $151 | $87 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $202 | $134 | $131 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $29 | $39 | $18 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $120 | $72 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $9 | $4 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $36 | $20 | $21 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $27 | $13 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $13 | $0 | $0 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $24 | $3 | $8 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $7 | $4 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $43 | $89 | $73 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $37 | $57 | $15 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $48 | $57 | $54 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $26 | $21 | $20 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Mobifone | Claro, Tigo |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | Tip 10% in restaurants |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab, GoViet | EasyTaxi |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not 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 | 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. | A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, 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 | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 47 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow |