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Istanbul 🇹🇷
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Larnaca 🇨🇾
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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Medellin 🇨🇴
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Seoul 🇰🇷
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| Population | 15,520,000 | 144,900 | 6,578,0179 | 2,427,000 | 8,850,000 | 237,559 | 9,963,452 |
| Official language(s) | Turkish | Greek | Spanish | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Korean |
| Level of English | Low | High | Moderate | Low | Moderate | Very High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Larnaca International Airport (LCA) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September and October | March - May, October - December | March - May, September - November | January - April, December | March - May, October, November | May - September | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in most places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted in some places | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $659 | $1959 | $2498 | $1293 | $1867 | $1759 | $2184 |
| Rent | $354 | $678 | $1174 | $732 | $778 | $717 | $797 |
| Groceries | $44 | $157 | $175 | $87 | $281 | $148 | $356 |
| Dining out | $81 | $261 | $313 | $131 | $182 | $280 | $211 |
| Cafe | $18 | $56 | $51 | $18 | $49 | $45 | $69 |
| Coworking space | $49 | $209 | $196 | $96 | $159 | $96 | $222 |
| Mobile internet | $3 | $35 | $10 | $16 | $25 | $21 | $40 |
| Public transportation | $6 | $63 | $78 | $21 | $11 | $95 | $40 |
| Taxis | $6 | $42 | $44 | $14 | $9 | $25 | $41 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $2 | $45 | $49 | $0 | $24 | $10 | $13 |
| Sport and cultural events | $11 | $28 | $54 | $8 | $81 | $45 | $39 |
| Museums and sights | $15 | $8 | $20 | $9 | $20 | $24 | $6 |
| Nightlife | $22 | $110 | $82 | $73 | $64 | $66 | $93 |
| Gym | $9 | $107 | $44 | $15 | $69 | $56 | $69 |
| Yoga | $23 | $105 | $142 | $54 | $65 | $82 | $112 |
| Massage | $15 | $54 | $64 | $20 | $51 | $48 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
| Tipping | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars | 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Not customary or expected |
| Taxi apps | BiTaksi | nTaxi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | EasyTaxi | Uber | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Kakao |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | A fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish | Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | 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. | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. |
| Local food specialities | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight | Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | 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 | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam |
| Eat like a local | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee | Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. | 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! | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Markets, food stalls, menú del dÃa (cheap set lunch menus) | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow |