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Practical Travel Tips & Advice

Buying a stamp in Spain, cashing travelers checks, making international phone calls - all the practical advice you need to make your time in Spain a whole lot easier.
What are the Special Rate Telephone Numbers in Spain?
Find out which numbers in Spain are charged differently from the standard rate.
What are the Telephone Area Codes in Spain?
Find out information about the different area codes in Spain
What is the Spanish Country Calling Code?
Find out about the telephone country code for Spain.
Packing Tips - Pack A Suitcase to Thwart Wrinkles
Illustrated packing tips from my sister site, Europe for Visitors. Pack in a way that clothes won't wrinkle.
Paying for Your Shopping in Spain
Information about paying for your shopping in Spain. Advice on credit cards, debit cards, ATMs and travelers checks in Spain.
Money Matters in Spain
Information and advice on withdrawing money from Spanish ATMs and cashing travelers checks (including American Express travelers checks) when in Spain. Plus, information on bank charges when in Spain.
Will my American electrical appliances work in Spain?
Electricity in Spain. Information on bringing electrical appliances into Spain. Will your American electrical appliance work in Spain and the rest of Europe?
Numbers in Spanish, Catalan, Basque & Galician
How to count to ten in Spanish, Catalan, Basque & Galician.
Sticking to a Budget in Spain
Some figures to help you budget yourself on your Spanish vacation
Electricity in Spain
Electricity in Spain. Voltage information on Spanish power supply and information on if you can use your electrical appliance in Spain.
Planning a Trip to Spain With the Help of the Internet
Excellent advice covering many aspects of travel to Spain, from getting accustomed to the language to booking accommodation.
Practical Advice for Travel in Spain
Even some of the simplest things can seem like hard work when you are in a foreign country. Practical Advice on matters like buying a stamp, making an international phone call and whether or not you should tip in Spain.
Top Ten Useful Phrases in Spanish Basque Catalan & Galician
Essential phrases you'll find useful when traveling through Spain. Phrases that will get a nod of appreciation from Spanish Basques Catalans & Galicians.
US Embassies & Consulates in Spain
Addresses and contact details for US Embassies and Consulates in Spain.
Embassies in Spain: US, UK, Aus, NZ, Can, S African Embassies
Addresses of embassies and consulates in Spain.
Buying Tickets to the Alhambra
Buying Alhambra tickets can be a pain - read about how to beat the queues.
Electricity in Spain - US Electrical Appliances in Spain
Electricity in Spain - what to do when bringing US, UK or Australian electrical appliances to Spain.
Buying a Stamp in Spain
Where to buy a stamp in Spain.
Making an International Call in Spain
How to make an international call in Spain.
Making a Complaint in Spain - How to Complain in a Spanish Shop
Making a complaint in a Spanish shop. What to do, what to ask for and what it does for you.
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