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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Playa del Carmen 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Prague 🇨🇿
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | High | Very high | Moderate | Very High | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | January - May, October - December | May - September | June - October | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $2143 | $1759 | $1806 | $1976 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $923 | $717 | $780 | $869 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $127 | $148 | $158 | $146 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $207 | $280 | $240 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $42 | $45 | $53 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $160 | $96 | $175 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $21 | $21 | $24 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $17 | $95 | $61 | $38 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $9 | $25 | $33 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $49 | $10 | $19 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $97 | $45 | $19 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $217 | $24 | $35 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $77 | $66 | $50 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $42 | $56 | $56 | $34 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $54 | $82 | $66 | $87 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $101 | $48 | $37 | $45 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 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 | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | 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 | 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! | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | 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. | Paella, fideuà, esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | 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 | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |