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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Cape Town 🇿🇦
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Larnaca 🇨🇾
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Lviv 🇺🇦
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Porto 🇵🇹
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 4,617,560 | 144,900 | 731,387 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Greek | Ukrainian | Portuguese |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Very high | High | Low | Very High |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Lviv Danylo Halytskyi International Airport (LWO) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - May, September - November | March - May, October - December | May - September | May - September |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | EUR - Euro (€) | UAH - Ukrainian Hryvnia (₴) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1549 | $1959 | $922 | $1759 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $618 | $678 | $400 | $717 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $129 | $157 | $91 | $148 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $269 | $261 | $151 | $280 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $32 | $56 | $21 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $151 | $209 | $79 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $27 | $35 | $4 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $55 | $63 | $5 | $95 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $21 | $42 | $12 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $49 | $45 | $16 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $19 | $28 | $13 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $15 | $8 | $9 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $43 | $110 | $43 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $36 | $107 | $22 | $56 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $56 | $105 | $30 | $82 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $30 | $54 | $27 | $48 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | MTN, Vodacom | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Vodafone, Kyivstar | 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 - 15% at restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | 10% in restaurants, not expected elsewhere | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Bolt | nTaxi | Uber, Uklon | 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 | South African cuisine has been shaped by a long history of Dutch, Malay, British and Indian settlements, making the food diverse and strong in flavor. There is a strong emphasis on game in all of its different forms, as well as spicy sauces and sautéed vegetables and dry-cured meats. Creamy desserts and liqueurs compliment large and flavorful meals. | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | Slavic. Emphasis on frilled meats combined with potatoes, carrots, pickles and cabbage. Creamy deserts often elaborated with cottage cheese. Lviv enjoys culinary influences from Kiev (traditional with an emphasis on chicken) and Odessa (various seafood dishes). | 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 tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Bitlong and droewors, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bobotie, melkert, gatsby, bunny chow | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Lviv cheesecake, fish Zupa, Tsivikli, Karmanadli, Banosh, Borscht, Salo, Syrnyky | 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 | Cape Malay shacks, food trucks, street food joints, local grills, small bakeries and food markets | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | Local grills, themed taverns, local breweries, small bakeries | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 24 options on HappyCow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 9 options on HappyCow | 46 options on Happy Cow |