Health & Safety
Vaccines:Routine vaccines
Water:Tap water is safe, though taste varies (coastal areas often desalinated).
“Excellent healthcare. Farmacias clearly marked with green cross.”
🇪🇸 Spain
Where Life is a Fiesta
Barcelona
Mediterranean
Bilbao
Southern Europe
Granada
Southern Europe
Ibiza
Mediterranean
Madrid
Southern Europe
Mallorca
Southern Europe
San Sebastián
Southern Europe
Seville
Southern Europe
Tenerife
Canary Islands
Valencia
Southern Europe
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Essential Travel Info for Spain
Visa Requirements
EU Citizens:Schengen Area (Visa-free).
Others:Schengen Visa required for non-visa-exempt countries.
Internet & SIM
Quality:Fast 4G/5G in cities and coast.
Action:Movistar or Vodafone.
Money & Tipping
Cash vs Card:Cards widely accepted everywhere.
Tipping:Not expected. Round up for good service.
Getting Around
Apps:Renfe, Cabify, Uber
Drive:Drive on the RIGHT.
AVE high-speed trains are fantastic. Metro in Madrid/Barcelona.
Safety: Safe
Very safe. Watch bags in Barcelona/Madrid tourist hubs.
SOS:112
Climate & Weather
Day
32°C (Summer)
Night
22°C
Sunny Hours:11 hours/day (Summer)
Water Temp:23–25°C
Sunny and hot. Best Spring/Autumn. Summer inland is scorching.
Electricity
230V • Type F (two round pins)
Local Etiquette
- •Lunch is late (2pm+), Dinner is late (9pm+).
- •Greet with two kisses (cheek to cheek).
- •Siesta is real in smaller towns.