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Some tips for the trip to Spain
About The Country
Spain is famous worldwide for its flamenco dancers and bullfights. The architecture reflects the Moroccan style. cave paintings, renaissance cathedrals, Moorish palaces prove the diversity of the country. Spring, fall and early summer are very nice here, but the summers are warm.
Culture
Spanish is the regional language of Spain. English is widely spoken here. During the period of time, the Spanish have become modern in order to gel with the changing times and are no longer conservative. But that has not changed values, traditions and customs of the locals. People here have two surnames, the surname can be used to refer to the person. A greeting someone, shaking hands can do the job. Take along a small gift when visiting someone's home. Save the flowers for special occasions. The dinner is usually late at night. People casuals uses most of the time. Men must wear jackets at some restaurants. Swimwear should be confined to the pools and beaches. Recently, the ban was applied on smoking in public places.
Shopping
The shops open early in the morning and stay open late at night. By the afternoon, close for lunch or siesta. Porcelain and leather goods are famous and they will be good gifts for friends and family at home. Bills must be paid together with the service charges, so tipping is a matter of gratitude.
Electricity
The voltage is 220 volts and frequency is 50 Hz
How reach
Iberia is the national airline of Spain. Many other low cost airlines offering services in the country. There are about thirty international Airports in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Alicante and Malaga are famous.
Madrid is located at 13 km from the city has a good bus service every fifteen minutes. Underground service also works to transport passengers to their destinations. Other services offered at this airport are duty free shops, bank, restaurant, tourist information and hotel reservations.
Barcelona is very close to the city, situated at a distance of 3 km only. Buses are available every 15 minutes and trains are available every 20 minutes. Taxis are available throughout the day. duty-free shops, restaurants, banks, car rental and tourism information are available here.
There is a good network of roads connecting Spain north to south. Toll booths are installed in some parts the country. Carrying few Euros will help you navigate seamlessly into the toll booths. If driving a private vehicle, it would be better if the travel insurance covers medical expenses as well. Carry a medical kit can be of some help.
Duty Free Items
1. 200 cigarettes 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars or 250g of snuff (300 cigarettes, 150 cigarillos, 70 cigars and 400 grams of snuff for EU citizens)
2. 1 liter of alcoholic beverages if more than 22 percent by volume or 2 liters of alcoholic beverage not exceeding 22 percent by volume and 2 liters of wine (1.5 liters over 22 percent and up to 3 liters 22 percent and 5 liters of wine for EU nationals)
3. 250ml eau de toilette and 50g of perfume
4. 500 grams of coffee or 200g of coffee extract (1000 g 4000 g coffee and coffee extract for EU citizens)
5. 100g tea or 40g tea extract
6. Gifts to the value of approximately € 37.26.
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