Spain

Welcome to Spain

Spain is known for it’s mountainous region and diverse culture. The elegant buildings, amazing food and beautiful cities are what draws a lot of tourism to this spectacular country.

Travel Tips  

– Unsure if you need a visa to enter? Click here and you can find out 

– Have some change on you because in certain parts of Europe the public washrooms are not free. They typically cost about 0.50 – 1 euro. 

– Be very careful about your phone and wallet on public transit and big crowds as pickpocket is an issue

– Cant hurt to bring a portable battery pack in case your phone runs out of battery

– Pack comfortable shoes, lots of walking

– Learn a few key/useful phrases as English prior to visiting as English is not widely spoken 

 

Thing to Know

Travel Documentation: Canadians and US citizens do not need a visa for up to 90 days. Please note passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of travel

Language: The official language of Spain is Spanish. English is not widely spoken in Spain, even in high tourist area English speakers are limited

Money: The official currency of Spain is the EURO.  Having some cash on hand is helpfu

Outlet: Be sure to purchase a travel adapter as the voltage if different in Europe than Canada/US. In Europe it is 220V – 240V whereas in Canada it is 120V