Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Cape Town 🇿🇦
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Larnaca 🇨🇾
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Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Prague 🇨🇿
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Ubud 🇮🇩
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Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 4,617,560 | 144,900 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 112,490 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Greek | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Indonesian and Balinese |
Level of English | High | Very high | Very high | High | Moderate | Very High | High | Low |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPA) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | March - May, September - November | March - May, October - December | January - May, October - December | May - September | June - October | May - October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | EUR - Euro (€) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | IDR - Indonesian Rupiah (Rp) |
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 | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted in some places |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1549 | $1959 | $2143 | $1759 | $1806 | $1363 |
Rent | $932 | $939 | $618 | $678 | $923 | $717 | $780 | $658 |
Groceries | $121 | $188 | $129 | $157 | $127 | $148 | $158 | $150 |
Dining out | $403 | $271 | $269 | $261 | $207 | $280 | $240 | $10 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $32 | $56 | $42 | $45 | $53 | $28 |
Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $151 | $209 | $160 | $96 | $175 | $106 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $27 | $35 | $21 | $21 | $24 | $3 |
Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $55 | $63 | $17 | $95 | $61 | $53 |
Taxis | $48 | $58 | $21 | $42 | $9 | $25 | $33 | $13 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $49 | $45 | $49 | $10 | $19 | $33 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $19 | $28 | $97 | $45 | $19 | $14 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $15 | $8 | $217 | $24 | $35 | $9 |
Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $43 | $110 | $77 | $66 | $50 | $118 |
Gym | $81 | $66 | $36 | $107 | $42 | $56 | $56 | $72 |
Yoga | $93 | $99 | $56 | $105 | $54 | $82 | $66 | $87 |
Massage | $59 | $56 | $30 | $54 | $101 | $48 | $37 | $10 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | MTN, Vodacom | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Telkomsel, XL Axiata |
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 | 10-15% for restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | Tip 5 - 10% in restaurants if service charge is not included in the bill |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Bolt | nTaxi | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Grab, GoJek |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | 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 | 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.. | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer! | Balinese foods revolve on the complex flavors from certain ingredients like fresh vegetables, meat, coconut milk, and time-tested spices mixture. |
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 | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Satay, nasi goreng, gado-gado, martabak, bubur sumsum |
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. | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Warung for authentic babi guling and bebek betutu, cafes for kopi luwak, street stalls for pisang goreng, nasi campur, and sate lilit |
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 | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 255 listings on Happy Cow |