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Berlin 🇩🇪
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Porto 🇵🇹
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| Population | 3,400,000 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | German | Portuguese |
| Level of English | Very high | Very High |
| Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | May - September | May - September |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2491 | $1991 |
| Rent | $1063 | $812 |
| Groceries | $213 | $168 |
| Dining out | $307 | $317 |
| Cafe | $65 | $51 |
| Coworking space | $197 | $109 |
| Mobile internet | $26 | $24 |
| Public transportation | $99 | $108 |
| Taxis | $66 | $28 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $19 | $12 |
| Sport and cultural events | $72 | $51 |
| Museums and sights | $41 | $27 |
| Nightlife | $71 | $74 |
| Gym | $74 | $64 |
| Yoga | $112 | $93 |
| Massage | $64 | $54 |
| SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
| Local food specialities | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
| Eat like a local | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |