Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Berlin ๐ฉ๐ช
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Buenos Aires ๐ฆ๐ท
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Larnaca ๐จ๐พ
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Medellin ๐จ๐ด
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 2,900,000 | 144,900 | 2,427,000 | 237,559 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Greek | Spanish | Portuguese |
Level of English | High | Very high | High | High | Low | Very High |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Josรฉ Marรญa Cรณrdova International Airport (MDE) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | September - December | March - May, October - December | January - April, December | May - September |
Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1321 | $1959 | $1293 | $1759 |
Rent | $932 | $939 | $844 | $678 | $732 | $717 |
Groceries | $121 | $188 | $98 | $157 | $87 | $148 |
Dining out | $403 | $271 | $121 | $261 | $131 | $280 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $25 | $56 | $18 | $45 |
Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $95 | $209 | $96 | $96 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $11 | $35 | $16 | $21 |
Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $9 | $63 | $21 | $95 |
Taxis | $48 | $58 | $9 | $42 | $14 | $25 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $14 | $45 | $0 | $10 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $24 | $28 | $8 | $45 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $4 | $8 | $9 | $24 |
Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $23 | $110 | $73 | $66 |
Gym | $81 | $66 | $14 | $107 | $15 | $56 |
Yoga | $93 | $99 | $19 | $105 | $54 | $82 |
Massage | $59 | $56 | $10 | $54 | $20 | $48 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Claro, Tigo | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10% at restaurants and cafรฉs is common, not common at bars | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | Tip 10% in restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | nTaxi | EasyTaxi | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
Tap water | Drinkable | 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. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafรฉs for matรฉ and facturas | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |