Destination: SPAIN
Essential Info PreTrip Essentials   For Travelers   For Drivers   Addresses Customs/Money Communications Hours/Holidays Health Driving Language National Transportation Offices to Serve You Abroad	ESSENTIAL FOR TRAVELERS Passport Required Visa (check regulations before you travel) Not Required Travel, medical insurance Recommended Round-trip or onward airline ticket Not Required Local currency Recommended Traveler's checks Recommended Credit cards Recommended First-aid kit and medicines Recommended Inoculations Not Required ELECTRICITY Most of Spain has a 220-volt power supply, but in some rural areas the supply is 110 or 125 volts. Electrical sockets take plugs with two round pins; American appliances will need a plug adapter, and either a dual voltage facility or a transformer. RESTROOMS Public restrooms (servicios) can usually be found in large department stores, museums and other places of interest to visitors. Elsewhere, restrooms may not be easy to find, but there is no charge. If you use the facilities in a bar you will be expected to buy a drink. Spanish words are señores for men and señoras for women. PHOTOGRAPHY The Spanish summer sun can be powerful at noon, making photos appear flat; take your pictures early in the morning or late in the evening. Ask permission before taking pictures in museums and churches. Film and camera batteries are readily available from specialist stores and department stores. TIME ZONES madrid 12:00 noon NEW YORK 6 hours behind Spain CHICAGO 7 hours behind Spain DENVER 8 hours behind Spain SAN FRANCISCO 9 hours behind Spain	COUNTRY Introduction Things To Know Survival Guide TimeLine Essential Info REGION CITIES Madrid Barcelona Santiago Seville MAPS World Europe TRAVEL BOOK