Accommodation engines

Accommodation engines

Airline links

    AIRLINE LINKS, CHARTERS, COURIERS - AIRLINES - CHARTERS - COURIERS AIRLINES - LOW COST AIRLINES TO/FROM SPAIN - SPANISH NATIONAL AIRLINES LOW COST AIRLINES TO/FROM SPAIN Rynair www.ryanair.com Easyjet...

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Airplane

  Getting around in Spain by plane is an expensive but viable option, and it is the fastest means of travelling long distances. Look for special bargain rates that can defray costs. Train and bus connections between airports and city centres...

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Alternative problems

If you are faced with any problems during your trip you should have a safety plan in mind. Here are some things you should consider: * Someone should always know your whereabouts and intended route. Make sure you check in with them every few...

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Backpackers tours in Spain

Backpackers tours in Spain

Bathroom and Hygiene

Bathroom and Hygiene

Bike

  Cycling around Spain can be fun, inexpensive and flexible. Not only will you see a lot of the country but you’ll meet a lot of people too. Many towns in Spain have bicycle-hire shops and Spaniards themselves are keen cycle fans so...

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Budget sleeps

  Spain has accommodation for all budgets and tastes. It is generally more expensive in the city or coastal resorts than the country, but accommodation away from the coast is harder to find.   Budget Accommodation The budget options for...

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Bus

  Bus travel in Spain is sometimes considered more extensive than the train system as it serves both remote towns and villages as well as the major routes. Bus travel can also be cheaper than the train and somewhat shorter. However it is...

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Cheap flight tactics

    Getting around in Spain by plane is an expensive but viable option, and it is the fastest means of travelling long distances, such as Barcelona to Granada. Look for special bargain rates that can defray costs. BUYING A TICKET...

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Currencies

  Use any of the following currency links to find up to date currency conversions plus the ablity to check conversions from dates passed. There are also other business tools on these websites to help you with other transactions you need to...

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Dress and Customs

    DRESS As in most parts of Europe you will probably feel quite under dressed in Spain. Eating out and going out is a major social occasion (although frequent) and people dress the part. However Spaniards are very tolerant of foreigners...

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Driving

    There are definitely a few issues to contend with when deciding to drive in Spain and for some the hassle may not be worth your while. For example Spain is almost as notorious as Italy and other European centres for its fast driving,...

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Embassies

  British and US consulates are in all major cities. If you need assistance in an emergency, you can go to your country's embassy. Proof of identity and citizenship are generally required to enter. If your passport has been stolen, get a...

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Festivals

  JANUARY La Tamborada de San Sebastian, San Sebastian (Jan 1) La Tamborada de San Sebastian is a local fair featuring drums and...

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Festivals

Festivals

Food and Drinks

  The guide to eating in Spain, its intricacies, methods and secrets. If you feel you can improve or add to this section please email us at backpackspain@backpackglobe.com Eating in Spain is all part of the travelling experience and very...

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Guidebooks

    In this section we have detailed some of the guidebooks on the market from various countries to suit your budget and needs. We encourage you to purchase these books through our site utilising Amazon. Why? Because any revenue raised goes...

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Health / Safety

    Travel in Spain does not present any more problems than elsewhere in Europe. Most visitors should be aware of pickpockets and petty thieves, particularly on the trains and metros. Keep all valuables well hidden and ensure all your bags...

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Hitch Hiking

  Advice about hitch hiking, where you should do it and when. We welcome your contributions. Please check the city guides for specific information for hitching to and from particular locations. Please e-mail us at:...

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Hostels

Hostels

Itineraries

1-3 days If you've only got a few days in Spain it would be best to base around one of the main cities. Most people would choose to make this either Barcelona and San Sebastian in the north, the capital Madrid in the centre or Seville and...

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Maps

    Here is a useful compilation of links on Spanish city, regional and other maps. Feel free to email us your suggestions to info@backpackspain.com ViaMichelin Maps, driving directions in Europe, including Spain. ...

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Membership cards

  In Spain hostel cards and student / youth cards can save you money on travel (bus, train and domestic air fares), accomodation and museum entry. A European passport if you are under 25 years or over 65 years can also be used for discounts....

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Money and Trip Insurance

  How to effectively organise your money, banking and budget. To guard against theft, loss of money or other circumstances travellers should ideally have several sources of money in Spain, for example they may choose to carry euro cash or...

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Other

  We have outlined on other pages travel by foot, road, sea, air, hitchhiking, bike, train, bus etc but there are other alternatives if you want a really different holiday in Spain. MOTORCYCLE / MOPED / THREE WHEELER A very simple...

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Packing

  WHICH PACK? If you are hostelling in Spain take a backpack as they are more suitable for walking, hiking and are easy to maneouvre on and off transport. Check they have adjustable and padded straps, lower back support (particularly for...

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Passports and visas

    Links to help your passport and visa application. A passport is essential for travel within Spain (unless you are from an EU country) and must be applied for well in advance, generally in your home country. All travellers to Spain...

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Phone Codes

    The international code for Spain is +34. All numbers in Spain are nine digits long, the first three are the area code. Public pay phones Public pay phones in Spain are blue and easy to use, you can find them in hotels,...

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Plan Your Trip

  Let us help you. Tell us where you are going, what you would like to see and we can recommend places to stay and things to visit. Chances are we have been there or know someone that has so ask any questions you like and we’ll try to...

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Problems

  Travel in Spain does not present any more problems than elsewhere in Europe. In fact Spain has one of the lowest incidences of rape reported in Europe. Euskadi Ta Askatasuna or ETA (which means Basque Homeland and Freedom), is an armed...

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Ship

  Ferries are an easy means of access to Spain's outlying islands and across to Morocco if you want to avoid more expensive air fares. Ferries also cross to the UK, however with cheap flights available through Ryan Air and Easy Jet to UK...

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Spain Guide

BP Spain Guide     This guide is designed to help you plan your travel through Spain. It includes information about what to eat, what to wear, where you can work, when you should travel, how to budget for your travels, pack your bag and...

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Special Needs

  DISABLED TRAVELLERS Accomodation Unfortunately not all hostels and hotels in Spain have wheelchair or disabled access. If you do find wheelchair access it usually won't be in the budget category. It is obviously important to check this...

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Train

  Train travel in Spain is reliable but buses can be faster and more economical and it's always best to compare schedules and prices before going. Sometimes the bus routes are faster, although not always as the high speed AVE train from...

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Travel Guidebooks

Travel Guidebooks

Travel passes

    BackpackSpain encourages you to buy travel passes through our site. Why? Because we earn a tiny commission that helps us upgrade and improve our pages for you! We have also limited the number of passes we advertise to those companies we...

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Travel Tips and tools

    If you are on a tight budget here are some ideas that may help and some other travel resources: ACCOMODATION - consider camping (you can save almost half your accommodation costs) - if you are aiming to stay somewhere for a few...

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Travel Websites

Travel Websites

Walking

  Walking and hiking in Spain are great ways to experience culture, landscape and local traditions. Here are some tips about walking and what to take: WHAT TO TAKE As little as possible goes without saying. Packs somehow seem to weigh...

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Weather

  Weather Online meteorological information including predictions, warnings, satellite maps, digital imaging, and educational information about climate and the environment  

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When to travel

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Work and study

Work and study

Working , Study and Long Term Stay

  If you know of any work going in Spain or have some tips to give fellow travellers please email us: backpackspain@backpackglobe.com WORKING In Spain anyone with an EU (European Union) passport may work. Try looking for English...

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