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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 1,125,316 | 8,850,000 | 237,559 | 1,108,700 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Vietnamese | Spanish | Portuguese | Georgian |
| Level of English | High | Low | Moderate | Very High | Low |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | February - May | March - May, October, November | May - September | March - June |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $959 | $1867 | $1759 | $1462 |
| Rent | $932 | $316 | $778 | $717 | $752 |
| Groceries | $121 | $161 | $281 | $148 | $112 |
| Dining out | $403 | $128 | $182 | $280 | $169 |
| Cafe | $45 | $35 | $49 | $45 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $88 | $159 | $96 | $125 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $4 | $25 | $21 | $4 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $15 | $11 | $95 | $8 |
| Taxis | $48 | $15 | $9 | $25 | $14 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $0 | $24 | $10 | $27 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $6 | $81 | $45 | $21 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $2 | $20 | $24 | $9 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $74 | $64 | $66 | $53 |
| Gym | $81 | $34 | $69 | $56 | $33 |
| Yoga | $93 | $71 | $65 | $82 | $37 |
| Massage | $59 | $10 | $51 | $48 | $53 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Viettel, Vinafone | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% usually included in bill, not expected at bars or cafés. |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Grab | Uber | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Yandex, Bolt |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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. | 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. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | 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 | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kachapuri, kuchmachi, khinkali, chikhirtma, kharcho with gomi, jonjoli |
| 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 | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Small local restaurants, open bars, terraces and wine bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 107 options on HappyCow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow |