Planning a vacation in Spain usually starts with deciding where you want to go. As a country it's quite big and has many different environments, from coastal resorts, stunning cities and quaint villages. It's well connected to the rest of the world with airports in major cities and close to many towns.
As a country, the official language is Castilian Spanish. Some regions also have their own languages and in some, this is considered their mother tongue. Many employees in hotels, airports and tourist attractions can speak English, but it's always useful to learn a few basic phrases as this is always welcome, and appreciated.
There are many online booking sites for those who want to book their accommodation ahead. Many hotels and chains also have their own websites for reserving direct. However, if you haven't made prior reservations, there are plenty of places that can assist on your arrival, such as tourist offices.
Generally the cheapest way of getting around the country is by public transport. Trains tend to be faster than buses and the national and regional rail networks are pretty comprehensive. If you're going to be traveling over long distances and short on time, the best option may be to take internal flights.
For those who prefer to rent a car, there are lots of companies to be found, local, national and worldwide brands. On motorways you'll have to pay tolls, which can be quite pricey. There are alternatives though, like slower roads, which generally make for a more scenic, if longer journey.
There's always a fiesta going on somewhere in the country. Saints days are celebrated and in many towns and cities special celebrations are held on and around the day of their patron saint. Some fiestas have captured a worldwide audience and people come from far and wide to join in. If you're planning a vacation in Spain during one of these times it's definitely best to book well ahead.
As a country, the official language is Castilian Spanish. Some regions also have their own languages and in some, this is considered their mother tongue. Many employees in hotels, airports and tourist attractions can speak English, but it's always useful to learn a few basic phrases as this is always welcome, and appreciated.
There are many online booking sites for those who want to book their accommodation ahead. Many hotels and chains also have their own websites for reserving direct. However, if you haven't made prior reservations, there are plenty of places that can assist on your arrival, such as tourist offices.
Generally the cheapest way of getting around the country is by public transport. Trains tend to be faster than buses and the national and regional rail networks are pretty comprehensive. If you're going to be traveling over long distances and short on time, the best option may be to take internal flights.
For those who prefer to rent a car, there are lots of companies to be found, local, national and worldwide brands. On motorways you'll have to pay tolls, which can be quite pricey. There are alternatives though, like slower roads, which generally make for a more scenic, if longer journey.
There's always a fiesta going on somewhere in the country. Saints days are celebrated and in many towns and cities special celebrations are held on and around the day of their patron saint. Some fiestas have captured a worldwide audience and people come from far and wide to join in. If you're planning a vacation in Spain during one of these times it's definitely best to book well ahead.
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