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Barbados 🇧🇧
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Medellin 🇨🇴
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Panama City 🇵🇦
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Sofia 🇧🇬
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| Population | 110,000 | 3,400,000 | 1,125,316 | 6,578,0179 | 2,427,000 | 880,691 | 237,559 | 1,270,169 | 1,108,700 |
| Official language(s) | English, Bajan Creole | German | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Bulgarian | Georgian |
| Level of English | Very high | Very high | Low | Moderate | Low | Low | Very High | High | Low |
| Main airport | Bridgetown/Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
| Most common months to visit | November - May | May - September | February - May | March - May, September - November | January - April, December | December - April | May - September | April-June, September-October | March - June |
| Currency | BBD - Barbadian dollar ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | EUR - Euro (€) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (лв) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places, cash also needed for smaller businesses | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2702 | $2200 | $959 | $2498 | $1293 | $2359 | $1759 | $1289 | $1462 |
| Rent | $1054 | $939 | $316 | $1174 | $732 | $1036 | $717 | $567 | $752 |
| Groceries | $234 | $188 | $161 | $175 | $87 | $236 | $148 | $10 | $112 |
| Dining out | $345 | $271 | $128 | $313 | $131 | $371 | $280 | $227 | $169 |
| Cafe | $75 | $57 | $35 | $51 | $18 | $43 | $45 | $27 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $321 | $174 | $88 | $196 | $96 | $157 | $96 | $140 | $125 |
| Mobile internet | $49 | $23 | $4 | $10 | $16 | $21 | $21 | $10 | $4 |
| Public transportation | $35 | $88 | $15 | $78 | $21 | $12 | $95 | $30 | $8 |
| Taxis | $106 | $58 | $15 | $44 | $14 | $48 | $25 | $12 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $0 | $17 | $0 | $49 | $0 | $0 | $10 | $40 | $27 |
| Sport and cultural events | $37 | $64 | $6 | $54 | $8 | $35 | $45 | $18 | $21 |
| Museums and sights | $36 | $37 | $2 | $20 | $9 | $9 | $24 | $12 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $96 | $63 | $74 | $82 | $73 | $117 | $66 | $82 | $53 |
| Gym | $86 | $66 | $34 | $44 | $15 | $37 | $56 | $23 | $33 |
| Yoga | $130 | $99 | $71 | $142 | $54 | $163 | $82 | $62 | $37 |
| Massage | $99 | $56 | $10 | $64 | $20 | $75 | $48 | $29 | $53 |
| SIM card options | Digicel | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Viettel, Vinafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Claro, Tigo | Claro, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | A1, Telenor, Vivacom | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
| Tipping | 10 - 15% usually included in restaurants, add 10 - 15% at bars | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafés | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
| Taxi apps | None available | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | EasyTaxi | Uber, Tu Chofer | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | TaxiMe, TaxiStars | Yandex, Bolt |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Bajan cuisine features an eclectic mix of European, Asian, and Caribbean styles resulting in bold, tasty and crunchy meat or fish dishes with lots of spices, lime juice, thyme and salads laden with local vegetables and hot side dishes. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | Latin American. Emphasis on rice, beans, coconut, and local fruits and vegetables. Pork and beef are regularly used and influence from the islands gives seafood dishes a prominent spot in Panamanian cuisine. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Vegetables and mild spices are often mixed with dairy products to create rich chicken and pork products. Seafood dishes also popular in some regions of the country, making them popular in the capital. | 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. |
| Local food specialities | Cou-cou and flying fish, fish cakes, cutters, pudding and souse, macaroni pie, conkies, Bajan black cake, sea eggs | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
| Eat like a local | Food trucks, pubs, seaside street food, roadside carts, local seafood restaurants, smaller traditional restaurants and rum shops | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | 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! | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 14 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow |