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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Bucharest ๐ท๐ด
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Buenos Aires ๐ฆ๐ท
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,830,000 | 2,900,000 | 1,125,316 | 8,850,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Romanian | Spanish | Vietnamese | Spanish |
| Level of English | High | High | High | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | April - October | September - December | February - May | March - May, October, November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1351 | $1321 | $959 | $1867 |
| Rent | $932 | $615 | $844 | $316 | $778 |
| Groceries | $121 | $114 | $98 | $161 | $281 |
| Dining out | $403 | $165 | $121 | $128 | $182 |
| Cafe | $45 | $38 | $25 | $35 | $49 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $133 | $95 | $88 | $159 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $7 | $11 | $4 | $25 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $21 | $9 | $15 | $11 |
| Taxis | $48 | $9 | $9 | $15 | $9 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $25 | $14 | $0 | $24 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $29 | $24 | $6 | $81 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $29 | $4 | $2 | $20 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $45 | $23 | $74 | $64 |
| Gym | $81 | $30 | $14 | $34 | $69 |
| Yoga | $93 | $59 | $19 | $71 | $65 |
| Massage | $59 | $31 | $10 | $10 | $51 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Orange | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Viettel, Vinafone | Telcel, Movistar |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 5% - 10% at restaurants, 5% - 10% tip for services is appreciated but not expected, round up for taxis | 10% at restaurants and cafรฉs is common, not common at bars | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Star Taxi, Uber | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab | Uber |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | 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. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Sarmale, mฤmฤligฤ, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbฤ de burtฤ, covrig, papanasi | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafรฉs for matรฉ and facturas | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Markets, food stalls, menรบ del dรญa (cheap set lunch menus) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 279 listings on Happy Cow |