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Population | 5,585,556 | 1,768,073 | 8,053,663 | 144,900 | 6,578,0179 | 880,691 | 1,305,737 | 6,718,903 | 9,963,452 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Greek | Spanish | Spanish | Czech | Portuguese | Korean | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | High | High | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Galeão International Airport | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | March - June, September - November | January, February, October - December | March - May, October - December | March - May, September - November | December - April | June - October | January - March, December | March - May, September - November | March - June, September, October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | BRL - Brazilian Real (R$) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) | EUR - Euro (€) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1230 | $1167 | $1959 | $2498 | $2359 | $1806 | $1833 | $2184 | $1976 |
Rent | $932 | $499 | $503 | $678 | $1174 | $1036 | $780 | $1066 | $797 | $869 |
Groceries | $121 | $108 | $151 | $157 | $175 | $236 | $158 | $95 | $356 | $146 |
Dining out | $403 | $202 | $134 | $261 | $313 | $371 | $240 | $210 | $211 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $29 | $39 | $56 | $51 | $43 | $53 | $25 | $69 | $42 |
Coworking space | $213 | $120 | $72 | $209 | $196 | $157 | $175 | $130 | $222 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $9 | $4 | $35 | $10 | $21 | $24 | $7 | $40 | $16 |
Public transportation | $127 | $36 | $20 | $63 | $78 | $12 | $61 | $33 | $40 | $38 |
Taxis | $48 | $27 | $13 | $42 | $44 | $48 | $33 | $14 | $41 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $13 | $0 | $45 | $49 | $0 | $19 | $16 | $13 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $3 | $28 | $54 | $35 | $19 | $55 | $39 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $7 | $4 | $8 | $20 | $9 | $35 | $26 | $6 | $44 |
Nightlife | $112 | $43 | $89 | $110 | $82 | $117 | $50 | $54 | $93 | $66 |
Gym | $81 | $37 | $57 | $107 | $44 | $37 | $56 | $31 | $69 | $34 |
Yoga | $93 | $48 | $57 | $105 | $142 | $163 | $66 | $40 | $112 | $87 |
Massage | $59 | $26 | $21 | $54 | $64 | $75 | $37 | $32 | $75 | $45 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Mobifone | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Claro, Movistar | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Tim, Claro, Vivo | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10% in restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in restaurants, 10% at bars and cafes with table service is common | Not customary or expected | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab, GoViet | nTaxi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, Tu Chofer | Uber, Liftago | Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber | Uber, Kakao | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not 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. | Magyar cuisine makes extensive use of creams, cheeses and sauces primarily in beef, chicken and pork dishes, mixed with seasonal vegetables, fruits and rich desserts. | 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. | 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. | 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. | 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! | Emphasis on rice, beans, pork and beef with a variety of root vegetables and fresh fruits. Fresh seafood is also very common. | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Sancocho de gallina, carimanola, empanadas, tamales panameños, tostones, ropa vieja | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Feijoada, bolinho de bacalhau, fried sardines, caldo verde, pao de queijo and brigadeiros. | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam | Paella, fideuà, esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | 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! | Fondas (roadside stalls), smaller local restaurants, local markets, food trucks | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | The "snack capital" of Brazil, Rio is a perfect place to try street food as well as the wide varieties of small, traditional eateries and churrascarias easily found across the city. | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 47 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow | 112 options on HappyCow | 54 options on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |