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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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Porto 🇵🇹
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Tbilisi 🇬🇪
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Valencia 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 8,850,000 | 237,559 | 1,108,700 | 834,000 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Georgian | Spanish, Valencian |
| Level of English | High | Moderate | Very High | Low | Moderate |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | March - May, October, November | May - September | March - June | March - June, September, October |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | GEL - Georgian Lari (₾) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1867 | $1759 | $1462 | $1976 |
| Rent | $932 | $778 | $717 | $752 | $869 |
| Groceries | $121 | $281 | $148 | $112 | $146 |
| Dining out | $403 | $182 | $280 | $169 | $292 |
| Cafe | $45 | $49 | $45 | $45 | $42 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $159 | $96 | $125 | $152 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $25 | $21 | $4 | $16 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $11 | $95 | $8 | $38 |
| Taxis | $48 | $9 | $25 | $14 | $42 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $24 | $10 | $27 | $30 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $81 | $45 | $21 | $73 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $20 | $24 | $9 | $44 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $64 | $66 | $53 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $69 | $56 | $33 | $34 |
| Yoga | $93 | $65 | $82 | $37 | $87 |
| Massage | $59 | $51 | $48 | $53 | $45 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Magti GSM, Geocell, Beeline | Vodafone, Orange |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 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. | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Uber | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Yandex, Bolt | Cabify, FreeNow |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Not drinkable | 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. | 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. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | 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 | Paella, fideuà, esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | 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 | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 10 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |