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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,768,073 | 8,053,663 | 2,427,000 | 8,850,000 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 1,108,700 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Georgian |
| Level of English | High | High | Moderate | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Very High | High | Low |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) | José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | March - June, September - November | January, February, October - December | January - April, December | March - May, October, November | January - May, October - December | May - September | June - October | March - June |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted in some places | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1230 | $1167 | $1293 | $1867 | $2143 | $1759 | $1806 | $1462 |
| Rent | $932 | $499 | $503 | $732 | $778 | $923 | $717 | $780 | $752 |
| Groceries | $121 | $108 | $151 | $87 | $281 | $127 | $148 | $158 | $112 |
| Dining out | $403 | $202 | $134 | $131 | $182 | $207 | $280 | $240 | $169 |
| Cafe | $45 | $29 | $39 | $18 | $49 | $42 | $45 | $53 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $120 | $72 | $96 | $159 | $160 | $96 | $175 | $125 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $9 | $4 | $16 | $25 | $21 | $21 | $24 | $4 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $36 | $20 | $21 | $11 | $17 | $95 | $61 | $8 |
| Taxis | $48 | $27 | $13 | $14 | $9 | $9 | $25 | $33 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $13 | $0 | $0 | $24 | $49 | $10 | $19 | $27 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $3 | $8 | $81 | $97 | $45 | $19 | $21 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $7 | $4 | $9 | $20 | $217 | $24 | $35 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $43 | $89 | $73 | $64 | $77 | $66 | $50 | $53 |
| Gym | $81 | $37 | $57 | $15 | $69 | $42 | $56 | $56 | $33 |
| Yoga | $93 | $48 | $57 | $54 | $65 | $54 | $82 | $66 | $37 |
| Massage | $59 | $26 | $21 | $20 | $51 | $101 | $48 | $37 | $53 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Mobifone | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
| 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%. | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants, 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 | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab, GoViet | EasyTaxi | Uber | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Yandex, Bolt |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | 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. | 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. | 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 | 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! | 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 | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | 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. | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
| 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 | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | 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 | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 47 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 10 options on Happy Cow |