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Population | 3,400,000 | 6,578,0179 | 2,427,000 | 8,850,000 | 880,691 | 1,108,700 |
Official language(s) | German | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Georgian |
Level of English | Very high | Moderate | Low | Moderate | Low | Low |
Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
Most common months to visit | May - September | March - May, September - November | January - April, December | March - May, October, November | December - April | March - June |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
Credit cards | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2200 | $2498 | $1293 | $1867 | $2359 | $1462 |
Rent | $939 | $1174 | $732 | $778 | $1036 | $752 |
Groceries | $188 | $175 | $87 | $281 | $236 | $112 |
Dining out | $271 | $313 | $131 | $182 | $371 | $169 |
Cafe | $57 | $51 | $18 | $49 | $43 | $45 |
Coworking space | $174 | $196 | $96 | $159 | $157 | $125 |
Mobile internet | $23 | $10 | $16 | $25 | $21 | $4 |
Public transportation | $88 | $78 | $21 | $11 | $12 | $8 |
Taxis | $58 | $44 | $14 | $9 | $48 | $14 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $49 | $0 | $24 | $0 | $27 |
Sport and cultural events | $64 | $54 | $8 | $81 | $35 | $21 |
Museums and sights | $37 | $20 | $9 | $20 | $9 | $9 |
Nightlife | $63 | $82 | $73 | $64 | $117 | $53 |
Gym | $66 | $44 | $15 | $69 | $37 | $33 |
Yoga | $99 | $142 | $54 | $65 | $163 | $37 |
Massage | $56 | $64 | $20 | $51 | $75 | $53 |
SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | Claro, Movistar | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
Tipping | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | EasyTaxi | Uber | Uber, Tu Chofer | Yandex, Bolt |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable |
Overall cuisine | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | 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 | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | 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. | 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 | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
Eat like a local | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | 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 | Markets, food stalls, menú del dÃa (cheap set lunch menus) | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow |