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The Must See Spain Blog
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by Kristin Espinar

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Traveling by train in Spain is one of the easiest ways to explore the country. Learn how to book tickets, compare train companies, handle luggage, navigate stations, and plan your Spain train itinerary.

Traveling by Train in Spain: Everything You Need to Know

Traveling by train in Spain on a Spanish railway journey

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Worried about pickpockets in Spain? Learn the most common scams and distraction tricks, where to be extra careful, and how to protect your phone, wallet, passport, and other belongings.

Pickpockets and Scams in Spain: How to Keep Your Belongings Safe

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From Spain’s 112 emergency number to healthcare, pickpocketing, lost passports, and travel alerts, here’s what to know to stay safe and prepared during your trip.

Safety and Emergency Advice in Spain: What Travelers Need to Know

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Wondering what the weather in Spain is really like? Learn about summer heat, seasonal temperatures, regional differences, and the best time to visit Spain.

Weather & Heat in Spain: The Best Time to Visit

Weather and heat map of Spain showing summer temperatures

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Learn the most useful Spanish phrases in Spain for restaurants, tapas bars, transportation, hotels and shopping, plus everyday food and drink words you’ll actually encounter.

Useful Spanish Phrases in Spain: What Travelers Should Know

Spanish food and drink words illustrating useful Spanish phrases in Spain

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Wondering where to find authentic tapas restaurants in Barcelona? Discover the best neighborhoods and traditional tapas bars, what to order, and tips for eating tapas like a local.

Where to Find Authentic Tapas Restaurants in Barcelona

Barcelona

Wondering how to get around Spain without a car? Learn how Spain’s trains, metros, buses, trams, and other public transportation work, plus tips for planning your trip.

Public Transportation in Spain: A Simple Guide

Transportation

Wondering how much to tip in Spain? Learn when tipping is expected, how much to leave at restaurants, cafés, hotels, taxis, and tours, and when no tip is needed.

Tipping in Spain: How Much Should You Really Tip?

Tipping in Spain with euro cash left on a restaurant bill

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Wondering when shops close in Spain or what’s open on Sundays? Learn typical opening hours in Spain, afternoon closures, restaurant hours, and how schedules differ by destination.

What’s Open on Sundays in Spain? Shops, Restaurants & More

Opening hours in Spain for shops and businesses

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Wondering why people eat so late in Spain? Learn typical Spanish meal times for breakfast, lunch, merienda, and dinner, plus tips for adjusting during your trip.