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Barcelona ๐ช๐ธ
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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Istanbul ๐น๐ท
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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Mexico City ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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Playa del Carmen ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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Seoul ๐ฐ๐ท
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,125,316 | 15,520,000 | 6,578,0179 | 8,850,000 | 259,453 | 9,963,452 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Vietnamese | Turkish | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Korean |
| Level of English | High | Low | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | February - May | April - June, September and October | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November | January - May, October - December | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | TRY - Turkish Lira (โบ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | KRW - South Korean won (โฉ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in most places | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $959 | $659 | $2498 | $1867 | $2143 | $2184 |
| Rent | $932 | $316 | $354 | $1174 | $778 | $923 | $797 |
| Groceries | $121 | $161 | $44 | $175 | $281 | $127 | $356 |
| Dining out | $403 | $128 | $81 | $313 | $182 | $207 | $211 |
| Cafe | $45 | $35 | $18 | $51 | $49 | $42 | $69 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $88 | $49 | $196 | $159 | $160 | $222 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $4 | $3 | $10 | $25 | $21 | $40 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $15 | $6 | $78 | $11 | $17 | $40 |
| Taxis | $48 | $15 | $6 | $44 | $9 | $9 | $41 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $0 | $2 | $49 | $24 | $49 | $13 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $6 | $11 | $54 | $81 | $97 | $39 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $2 | $15 | $20 | $20 | $217 | $6 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $74 | $22 | $82 | $64 | $77 | $93 |
| Gym | $81 | $34 | $9 | $44 | $69 | $42 | $69 |
| Yoga | $93 | $71 | $23 | $142 | $65 | $54 | $112 |
| Massage | $59 | $10 | $15 | $64 | $51 | $101 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Viettel, Vinafone | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafรฉs and bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 10-15% for restaurants | Not customary or expected |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Grab | BiTaksi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber | N/A | Uber, Kakao |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | 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. | A fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | 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 | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Dรถner, ฤฐรงli Kรถfte, Dondurma, Karnฤฑyarฤฑk, Turkish delight | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee | 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! | Markets, food stalls, menรบ del dรญa (cheap set lunch menus) | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow |