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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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New York City ๐บ๐ธ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Sofia ๐ง๐ฌ
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| Population | 6,578,0179 | 8,323,340 | 237,559 | 1,270,169 |
| Official language(s) | Spanish | English (de facto) | Portuguese | Bulgarian |
| Level of English | Moderate | Very high | Very High | High |
| Main airport | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Sofia International Airport (SOF) |
| Most common months to visit | March - May, September - November | April - June, September - November | May - September | April-June, September-October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | USD - US Dollar ($) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (ะปะฒ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2498 | $5431 | $1759 | $1289 |
| Rent | $1174 | $2891 | $717 | $567 |
| Groceries | $175 | $383 | $148 | $10 |
| Dining out | $313 | $656 | $280 | $227 |
| Cafe | $51 | $72 | $45 | $27 |
| Coworking space | $196 | $326 | $96 | $140 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $45 | $21 | $10 |
| Public transportation | $78 | $220 | $95 | $30 |
| Taxis | $44 | $78 | $25 | $12 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $49 | $30 | $10 | $40 |
| Sport and cultural events | $54 | $100 | $45 | $18 |
| Museums and sights | $20 | $74 | $24 | $12 |
| Nightlife | $82 | $195 | $66 | $82 |
| Gym | $44 | $55 | $56 | $23 |
| Yoga | $142 | $197 | $82 | $62 |
| Massage | $64 | $109 | $48 | $29 |
| SIM card options | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | AT&T, Verizon | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | A1, Telenor, Vivacom |
| Tipping | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafรฉs |
| Taxi apps | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, Lyft | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | TaxiMe, TaxiStars |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | American. Emphasis on comfort and fast food, with some good seafood dishes. Influence from other regions of the US, North America and the world make NYC a cosmopolitan and international cuisine hub that is incredibly diverse. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Vegetables and mild spices are often mixed with dairy products to create rich chicken and pork products. Seafood dishes also popular in some regions of the country, making them popular in the capital. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros | Pizza, clam chowder, bagels, corned beef, pastrami, cheesecake, hot dogs, and hundred of other international food options. | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator |
| Eat like a local | 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! | Delis, local pizza shops, street food stalls and food trucks, food markets, local bakeries and smaller, authentic international cuisine restaurants | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 309 options on HappyCow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow |