Berlin vs Chiang Mai vs Madrid vs Playa del Carmen vs Porto vs Tbilisi vs Valencia

Berlin ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช
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Chiang Mai ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ญ
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Madrid ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Playa del Carmen ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ
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Porto ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น
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Tbilisi ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช
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Valencia ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Population 3,400,000 1,166,978 6,578,0179 259,453 237,559 1,108,700 834,000
Official language(s) German Thai Spanish Spanish Portuguese Georgian Spanish, Valencian
Level of English Very high Low Moderate Moderate Very High Low Moderate
Main airport Berlin Tegel (TXL) Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) Cancun International Airport (CUN) Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) Valencia Manises Airport (VLC)
Most common months to visit May - September November - April March - May, September - November January - May, October - December May - September March - June March - June, September, October
Currency EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ) THB - Thai Baht (เธฟ) EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ) MXN - Mexican Peso ($) EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ) GEL - Georgian Lari (โ‚พ) EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ)
Credit cards Accepted in some places but cash often preferred Accepted sometimes. Cash preferred in many places. Accepted everywhere Accepted almost everywhere Accepted everywhere Accepted everywhere Accepted almost everywhere
Remote worker visa Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Average monthly costs $2200 $974 $2498 $2143 $1759 $1462 $1976
Rent $939 $274 $1174 $923 $717 $752 $869
Groceries $188 $169 $175 $127 $148 $112 $146
Dining out $271 $108 $313 $207 $280 $169 $292
Cafe $57 $45 $51 $42 $45 $45 $42
Coworking space $174 $95 $196 $160 $96 $125 $152
Mobile internet $23 $11 $10 $21 $21 $4 $16
Public transportation $88 $60 $78 $17 $95 $8 $38
Taxis $58 $20 $44 $9 $25 $14 $42
Shared bicycles and scooters $17 $10 $49 $49 $10 $27 $30
Sport and cultural events $64 $8 $54 $97 $45 $21 $73
Museums and sights $37 $8 $20 $217 $24 $9 $44
Nightlife $63 $62 $82 $77 $66 $53 $66
Gym $66 $41 $44 $42 $56 $33 $34
Yoga $99 $55 $142 $54 $82 $37 $87
Massage $56 $10 $64 $101 $48 $53 $45
SIM card options Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone AIS, DTAC Orange, Movistar, Vodafone Telcel, Movistar Vodafone, MEO, NOS Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline Vodafone, Orange
Tipping Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services 10% at restaurants, not customary or expected elsewhere Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. 10-15% for restaurants 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafรฉs. Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars
Taxi apps Mytaxi, Uber Grab Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now N/A Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify Yandex, Bolt Cabify, FreeNow
Tap water Drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable
Overall cuisine Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread Combines salty, sweet, spicy and sour flavors to create bold and colorful dishes. Meals typically include a mixture of meat and seafood dishes, as well as noodles or soups recipes. Strong emphasis on local spices and vegetables. Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. 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. Cuisine of the Caucasus meets regional diversity in Georgia. Emphasis on spices and meats (poultry, beef, pork and mutton) as well as soups and creams. Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats
Local food specialities Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels Khao soi, khan toke, sai oua, miang kham, nam prik, khanom jeen nam ngiaw, larb khua Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros 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 Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli Paella, fideuร , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols
Eat like a local Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops Street food stalls, local markets, bakeries and smaller, traditional restaurants that serve fresh food Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches)
Vegetarian / vegan options 844 listings on Happy Cow 90 options on HappyCow 85 listings on Happy Cow 72 listings on Happy Cow 46 options on Happy Cow 10 options on Happy Cow 98 listings on Happy Cow