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Madrid ๐ช๐ธ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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Rio de Janeiro ๐ง๐ท
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Sofia ๐ง๐ฌ
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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| Population | 6,578,0179 | 237,559 | 6,718,903 | 1,270,169 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Spanish | Portuguese | Portuguese | Bulgarian | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | Moderate | Very High | Low | High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Galeรฃo International Airport | Sofia International Airport (SOF) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | March - May, September - November | May - September | January - March, December | April-June, September-October | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | BRL - Brazilian Real (R$) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (ะปะฒ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2498 | $1759 | $1833 | $1289 | $1976 |
| Rent | $1174 | $717 | $1066 | $567 | $869 |
| Groceries | $175 | $148 | $95 | $10 | $146 |
| Dining out | $313 | $280 | $210 | $227 | $292 |
| Cafe | $51 | $45 | $25 | $27 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $196 | $96 | $130 | $140 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $21 | $7 | $10 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $78 | $95 | $33 | $30 | $38 |
| Taxis | $44 | $25 | $14 | $12 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $49 | $10 | $16 | $40 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $54 | $45 | $55 | $18 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $20 | $24 | $26 | $12 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $82 | $66 | $54 | $82 | $66 |
| Gym | $44 | $56 | $31 | $23 | $34 |
| Yoga | $142 | $82 | $40 | $62 | $87 |
| Massage | $64 | $48 | $32 | $29 | $45 |
| SIM card options | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Tim, Claro, Vivo | A1, Telenor, Vivacom | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% usually included in restaurants, 10% at bars and cafes with table service is common | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafรฉs | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber | TaxiMe, TaxiStars | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | 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. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Emphasis on rice, beans, pork and beef with a variety of root vegetables and fresh fruits. Fresh seafood is also very common. | 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. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Feijoada, bolinho de bacalhau, fried sardines, caldo verde, pao de queijo and brigadeiros. | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator | Paella, fideuร , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| 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! | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | 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. | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 54 options on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |