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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Istanbul 🇹🇷
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Larnaca 🇨🇾
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Porto 🇵🇹
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| Population | 3,400,000 | 15,520,000 | 144,900 | 6,578,0179 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | German | Turkish | Greek | Spanish | Portuguese |
| Level of English | Very high | Low | High | Moderate | Very High |
| Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | May - September | April - June, September and October | March - May, October - December | March - May, September - November | May - September |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in most places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2200 | $659 | $1959 | $2498 | $1759 |
| Rent | $939 | $354 | $678 | $1174 | $717 |
| Groceries | $188 | $44 | $157 | $175 | $148 |
| Dining out | $271 | $81 | $261 | $313 | $280 |
| Cafe | $57 | $18 | $56 | $51 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $174 | $49 | $209 | $196 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $3 | $35 | $10 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $88 | $6 | $63 | $78 | $95 |
| Taxis | $58 | $6 | $42 | $44 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $2 | $45 | $49 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $64 | $11 | $28 | $54 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $37 | $15 | $8 | $20 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $63 | $22 | $110 | $82 | $66 |
| Gym | $66 | $9 | $107 | $44 | $56 |
| Yoga | $99 | $23 | $105 | $142 | $82 |
| Massage | $56 | $15 | $54 | $64 | $48 |
| SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | BiTaksi | nTaxi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | A fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | 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 variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
| Local food specialities | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | 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 | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | 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! | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |