TRAVEL GUIDE
Spend your holidays in Santa Posa when you go for your trip to Spain. This is just one the many places that you can visit when you go here for your holidays. There are plenty of beautiful places that you and your loved ones can visit when your travel here. Spain's culture and history is so rich that it's impossible to visit a place that isn't interesting. You should definitely go to Spain if you are planning a European getaway with your family and friends.
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Spain is a country of outstanding cultural contrasts. Renown for its Bullfighting, Flamenco Dancing, beautiful beaches and tons of sunshine, Spain has a lot more to offer. Ancient cities and towns steeped in history adorn beautiful countryside where both old and new architecture sits comfortably side by side. Its various regions are different in so many ways, none more fascinating than the different styles food and preparations that can be found. It is a fantastic country to know and learn about. And then you have the nightlife! Spain buzzes in the evenings.
Fiestas and parades are common place in the summer months and many tourists and nationals mix together harmoniously well into the early hours celebrating local saints and virgins. Over the last few years many Northern Europeans have become aware of what Spain has to offer and more and more have decided to buy property to either use as a holiday home, for investment or even live here. Many people are attracted by the low property prices and the value you get for your money, endless blue skies and a more relaxed way of life and low cost of living.
In Spain, prepare for late lunches and dinners and lovely long evenings. If you taking a siesta in the afternoon it help's you adjusted to the Spanish schedule.
DO'S AND DON'TS
Don't be surprised at how quickly people speak, your Spanish speaking skills tested buy you find the Spanish more than happy to help when you go wrong.
Don't complain about cigarette smoke in restaurants and bars. There is no such thing in Spain as "No Smoking".
Do not wear shorts in churches; wear them only on beaches and at beach resorts.
Women may be the object of unwanted attention, particularly if they're travelling alone. The best thing to do is give no response, as any attention is likely to be misinterpreted.
Do be aware that penalties for drug possession are strict, and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences.
Tipping
Tipping is a great tradition in Spain, though it is not obligatory and no one will hold it against you if you don't.
Smoking
Smoking is commonplace amongst men and women in Spain, and is common in most places including restaurants, shops and all bars.
You probably won't get a polite answer if you ask someone to stop smoking for whatever reason you may have.
FOOD
Eating out in Spain is relatively cheap. The Spanish tradition of tapas is a really good way to experiment with the local food. Tapas are small dishes of food that is served anytime, especially in small bars. They cover various types of foods from meat, seafood and vegetables. Another of Spain's favourites is Serrano Ham, and Spanish are famous for its fish delicacies which simply must be tried, especially if you get to a coastal area. Paella has for a long time been one of the Spanish favourites, based on either seafood or meat. Every region of Spain has its own specialities.
Spanish people tend to eat traditional continental breakfasts, a light lunch and a late evening meal.
DRINK
Primarily Spain is a wine drinking country with each region producing its own The principal table wines are the riojas and valdepeñas, these are named after the regions they are produced. There are several large breweries within Spain producing the light, lager-like beers that are quite popular everywhere. Sherry is a favourite in Spain along with Cider and some popular brandy which is 103, Mango and Carlos.
A great deal of coffee is drunk in Spain. Cafe solo is served in small cups, and is a black coffee, which comes very strong and thick. Cortado is a Café solo with a little milk, Cafe con leche is coffee with milk. A large amount of bottled water is also drunk; there are two types which are con gas - fizzy water and sin gas - still water.
CONFORMITIES
Many of the old customs and traditions have not faded. Handshaking is the customary form of greeting and kisses on both cheeks are normal with the women. If you get invited to someone's home, a small gift is appreciated. Beachwear should be confined to the beach or poolside and shirts should be worn in public places. Smoking is widely accepted virtually everywhere but not on public transport.
FIESTAS
Everywhere from the big city's to the small villages in Spain dedicates a couple of days to celebrating the local fiesta. Usually the local Saint provides the reason for the celebrations, but any excuse will do.
There are also a couple in the Catholic events, most popular being the Semana Santa which stand for Holy week and is held in Southern Spain, you will see religious floats being carried through streets in a theatrical style which is then followed by hooded penitents atoning for the year's sins.
Every fiesta is different, in Pamplona in Basque Country they celebrate the 'running of the bulls' which is held in July; in Andalucia , horses, flamenco and guitars are integral to the celebrations. The fiesta of Las Fallas in March is held in Valencia, they have huge bonfires and fireworks displayed form the base of the party. The fiestas can get quire strange, with parades of devils or full blown water and tomato fights, which is loads of fun.
