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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 10,978,360 | 8,053,663 | 2,427,000 | 259,453 | 1,305,737 | 1,108,700 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Spanish | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Czech | Georgian |
| Level of English | High | Low | Moderate | Low | Moderate | High | Low |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | El Dorado International Airport (BOG) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | January - March, December | January, February, October - December | January - April, December | January - May, October - December | June - October | March - June |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted in some places | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1097 | $1167 | $1293 | $2143 | $1806 | $1462 |
| Rent | $932 | $480 | $503 | $732 | $923 | $780 | $752 |
| Groceries | $121 | $82 | $151 | $87 | $127 | $158 | $112 |
| Dining out | $403 | $174 | $134 | $131 | $207 | $240 | $169 |
| Cafe | $45 | $22 | $39 | $18 | $42 | $53 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $77 | $72 | $96 | $160 | $175 | $125 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $11 | $4 | $16 | $21 | $24 | $4 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $23 | $20 | $21 | $17 | $61 | $8 |
| Taxis | $48 | $28 | $13 | $14 | $9 | $33 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $0 | $0 | $49 | $19 | $27 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $22 | $3 | $8 | $97 | $19 | $21 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $7 | $4 | $9 | $217 | $35 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $46 | $89 | $73 | $77 | $50 | $53 |
| Gym | $81 | $15 | $57 | $15 | $42 | $56 | $33 |
| Yoga | $93 | $57 | $57 | $54 | $54 | $66 | $37 |
| Massage | $59 | $37 | $21 | $20 | $101 | $37 | $53 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Tigo, Movistar, Claro | Viettel, Mobifone | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10% service included in all bills, not required or expected at bars without table service | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Uber, Cabify | Grab, GoViet | EasyTaxi | N/A | Uber, Liftago | Yandex, Bolt |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not 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. | Latin American. Dishes with beef, pork and chicken are often mixed with flour-based foods and fruity desserts. Heavy influence from the Andes and other Colombian regions. | A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | 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! | 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 | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Arepas, ajiaco santaferense, buñuelos, patacones, té de coca, changua | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Local family restaurants and those from other regions. Menú del día. Community markets and sports bars. | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 104 options on Happy Cow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow |