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Spain is one of the most famous Tourist Destinations you cannot miss while you are planning a holiday to Europe. When you plan a trip to a foreign land, you should have some basic information about the country. Here are some handy travel tips, which will help while you are on your trip to Spain.
Tips when you are at the hotel or holiday flat:
Be sure that you haven’t left the money behind, before you go out.
Do not leave the valuable objects lying around.
Always make use of the safe
Lock the doors
Tips when you are on the streets:
Keep your belongings safely and always keep an eye on it
In the crowded places always take care of your handbags and wallets mostly in street markets and buses.
Take only the necessary things with you when you are visiting the beach or swimming pools.
At the places of entertainment protect your video or camera.
The street gambling stalls may be fraud so try to avoid them.
You should not leave valuable objects in the vehicle of any kind.
If you became a victim of any crime then report it immediately.
Call 091
The Spain police are at your service 24 hours a day.
Language
Spanish language is spoken throughout the country. The other languages spoken in some regions are: Gallego in Galicia, Catalan in Catalonia, Valencian in the Valencian Regoin, Euskera in the Basque Country and Mallorquin in the Balearic Isles.
Religion
Majority of people are Catholics in Spain.
Dress:
No rigid dress code is there in Spain. Dressing changes according to the season, circumstances and venue. There is no need to wear warm clothing on the coast, because of the mild climate. The temperature varies from one extreme to another. It is fairly torrid in summer and icy in winter.
Weights & Measures:
Decimal metric system is governed in Spain as the units of weights, distance and measure.
Culture and History:
Spain has a cultural and historical past. So there are lots of museums, national parks and art galleries in Spain. One should visit these including the sun and beaches when they travel in Spain.
Traveling in Spain:
There are many international airports situated in the country. When you reach the city, the best and easiest way to travel is by bus. The bus service provides frequent services to the Tourist Destinations, which is very convenient as well. Nearly all the airports have car hire companies and they also operate in the large cities.
Food and Accommodation
A variety of restaurants are there in the country. The specialty of coastal areas is Sea Food. Meat is very common and you get a variety of fish and meat in many restaurants. Spanish restaurants serve very little frozen food. They use fresh vegetables, meat and other ingredients. Spanish dishes are made from high quality ingredients. Bars can be found anywhere throughout the country.
Lots of accommodations are available in Spain. There is a state owned hotel named Parador. Here you can experience the culture and history of Spain. Some property rentals are also available for those who want a home like atmosphere.
Currency:
The currency used in Spain is Euro. The facility of exchange is available at the banks and international airports for tourists.
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