Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Buenos Aires ๐ฆ๐ท
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Playa del Carmen ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Seoul ๐ฐ๐ท
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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Population | 5,585,556 | 2,900,000 | 1,125,316 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 9,963,452 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Spanish | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese | Korean | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | High | High | Low | Moderate | Very High | Moderate | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | September - December | February - May | January - May, October - December | May - September | March - May, September - November | March - June, September, October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | KRW - South Korean won (โฉ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1321 | $959 | $2143 | $1759 | $2184 | $1976 |
Rent | $932 | $844 | $316 | $923 | $717 | $797 | $869 |
Groceries | $121 | $98 | $161 | $127 | $148 | $356 | $146 |
Dining out | $403 | $121 | $128 | $207 | $280 | $211 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $25 | $35 | $42 | $45 | $69 | $42 |
Coworking space | $213 | $95 | $88 | $160 | $96 | $222 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $11 | $4 | $21 | $21 | $40 | $16 |
Public transportation | $127 | $9 | $15 | $17 | $95 | $40 | $38 |
Taxis | $48 | $9 | $15 | $9 | $25 | $41 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $14 | $0 | $49 | $10 | $13 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $6 | $97 | $45 | $39 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $4 | $2 | $217 | $24 | $6 | $44 |
Nightlife | $112 | $23 | $74 | $77 | $66 | $93 | $66 |
Gym | $81 | $14 | $34 | $42 | $56 | $69 | $34 |
Yoga | $93 | $19 | $71 | $54 | $82 | $112 | $87 |
Massage | $59 | $10 | $10 | $101 | $48 | $75 | $45 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Viettel, Vinafone | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 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 | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Not customary or expected | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Kakao | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | 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. | 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. | 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. | 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 tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | 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 | 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 | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam | Paella, fideuร , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
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 cafรฉs for matรฉ and facturas | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | 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 | 79 options on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |