Spain
Spain64 guides across 11 destinations — where to go, when, what it costs and what to eat.
Destinations in Spain
Practical essentials for Spain
Euro (EUR)
Spanish, with Catalan co-official in Catalonia and the Balearics, Basque in the Basque Country and Galician in Galicia; English is workable in tourist settings but not assumed
Type C/F, 230V 50Hz
Every city has a metro and bus network with fast Renfe trains between them; in Barcelona and Madrid you can tap a contactless bank card straight onto metro and bus, while smaller cities still use their own local card.
Spaniards mostly do not tip - leave the coins from your change or round the bill up, and reserve 5-10% for a good meal in a proper restaurant.
Tap water is potable throughout Spain; on parts of the coast and the islands it tastes heavily treated, which is why locals often buy bottled.
Right-hand side; an EU or UK licence is accepted as it stands.
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Country-level guidance, checked against official sources. Currency, fares and entry rules change — confirm anything time-critical before you travel.
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Mallorca for First-Timers: The Complete Guide
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Is Mallorca Worth Your Week Off? A First-Timer's Briefing
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