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Population | 5,585,556 | 2,900,000 | 8,850,000 | 1,305,737 | 6,718,903 | 1,108,700 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Czech | Portuguese | Georgian |
Level of English | High | High | Moderate | High | Low | Low |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | 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, October, November | June - October | January - March, December | March - June |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | BRL - Brazilian Real (R$) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1321 | $1867 | $1806 | $1833 | $1462 |
Rent | $932 | $844 | $778 | $780 | $1066 | $752 |
Groceries | $121 | $98 | $281 | $158 | $95 | $112 |
Dining out | $403 | $121 | $182 | $240 | $210 | $169 |
Cafe | $45 | $25 | $49 | $53 | $25 | $45 |
Coworking space | $213 | $95 | $159 | $175 | $130 | $125 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $11 | $25 | $24 | $7 | $4 |
Public transportation | $127 | $9 | $11 | $61 | $33 | $8 |
Taxis | $48 | $9 | $9 | $33 | $14 | $14 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $14 | $24 | $19 | $16 | $27 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $24 | $81 | $19 | $55 | $21 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $4 | $20 | $35 | $26 | $9 |
Nightlife | $112 | $23 | $64 | $50 | $54 | $53 |
Gym | $81 | $14 | $69 | $56 | $31 | $33 |
Yoga | $93 | $19 | $65 | $66 | $40 | $37 |
Massage | $59 | $10 | $51 | $37 | $32 | $53 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Telcel, 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% for restaurants, bars and services | 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 | Uber, Liftago | Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber | Yandex, Bolt |
Tap water | 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 | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | 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 | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | 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 | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | 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 | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 54 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow |