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Population | 5,585,556 | 2,900,000 | 4,617,560 | 8,850,000 | 880,691 | 1,305,737 | 6,718,903 | 1,108,700 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Spanish | Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English | Spanish | Spanish | Czech | Portuguese | Georgian |
Level of English | High | High | Very high | Moderate | Low | High | Low | Low |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Tocumen International Airport (PTY) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Galeão International Airport | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | September - December | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November | December - April | June - October | January - March, December | March - June |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | ZAR - South African Rand (R) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | PAB - Panamanian Balboa (B/.) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | BRL - Brazilian Real (R$) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere but not in smaller shops. | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1321 | $1549 | $1867 | $2359 | $1806 | $1833 | $1462 |
Rent | $932 | $844 | $618 | $778 | $1036 | $780 | $1066 | $752 |
Groceries | $121 | $98 | $129 | $281 | $236 | $158 | $95 | $112 |
Dining out | $403 | $121 | $269 | $182 | $371 | $240 | $210 | $169 |
Cafe | $45 | $25 | $32 | $49 | $43 | $53 | $25 | $45 |
Coworking space | $213 | $95 | $151 | $159 | $157 | $175 | $130 | $125 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $11 | $27 | $25 | $21 | $24 | $7 | $4 |
Public transportation | $127 | $9 | $55 | $11 | $12 | $61 | $33 | $8 |
Taxis | $48 | $9 | $21 | $9 | $48 | $33 | $14 | $14 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $14 | $49 | $24 | $0 | $19 | $16 | $27 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $19 | $81 | $35 | $19 | $55 | $21 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $4 | $15 | $20 | $9 | $35 | $26 | $9 |
Nightlife | $112 | $23 | $43 | $64 | $117 | $50 | $54 | $53 |
Gym | $81 | $14 | $36 | $69 | $37 | $56 | $31 | $33 |
Yoga | $93 | $19 | $56 | $65 | $163 | $66 | $40 | $37 |
Massage | $59 | $10 | $30 | $51 | $75 | $37 | $32 | $53 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Movistar, Claro, Personal | MTN, Vodacom | Telcel, Movistar | Claro, Movistar | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Tim, Claro, Vivo | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars | 10 - 15% at restaurants, round up elsewhere | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 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 | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Uber, Bolt | Uber | Uber, Tu Chofer | Uber, Liftago | Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber | Yandex, Bolt |
Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | 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. | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | South African cuisine has been shaped by a long history of Dutch, Malay, British and Indian settlements, making the food diverse and strong in flavor. There is a strong emphasis on game in all of its different forms, as well as spicy sauces and sautéed vegetables and dry-cured meats. Creamy desserts and liqueurs compliment large and flavorful meals. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | 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. | 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 | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Bitlong and droewors, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bobotie, melkert, gatsby, bunny chow | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | 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. | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafés for maté and facturas | Cape Malay shacks, food trucks, street food joints, local grills, small bakeries and food markets | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | 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. | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 24 options on HappyCow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 7 options on HappyCow | 112 options on HappyCow | 54 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow |