Spain
España
Passion for Life
Essential Phrases
Hello
Hola
Oh-la
Thank you
Gracias
Grah-thyas
Yes
SÃ
See
No
No
No
Excuse me
Perdón
Per-dohn
Sorry
Lo siento
Lo see-en-toh
Please
Por favor
Por fah-vor
Help!
¡Ayuda!
Ah-yoo-da
Where is...?
¿Dónde está...?
Don-deh es-ta
How much?
¿Cuánto cuesta?
Kwan-toh kwes-ta
Cheers!
¡Salud!
Sah-lood
Goodbye
Adiós
Ah-dee-os
Emergency Contacts
Police
091
Police
Ambulance
061
Medical emergency
Fire
080
Fire
Tourist Police
902 102 112
Tourist police
US Embassy Madrid
+34 91 587 2200
Calle de Serrano 75, 28006 Madrid
Money & ATM Reality
Currency
Euro
EUR
1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR (approximate)
ATM & Card Access
ATM Fees: 0-3 EUR
- • Tip 10% in restaurants
- • Siesta time - many shops close 2-5pm
Internet & Connectivity
- • Vodafone
- • Orange
- • Movistar - Tourist SIM: €15-30
Popular Apps
Safety Index
Crime Overview
Transportation
Safe - watch for pickpockets
Common Scams
- •Pickpocketing
- •Rose scam
- •Taxi overcharging
Areas to Avoid
- • Some areas of Barcelona at night
Natural Disaster Risks
- • Heat waves in summer
Note: Safety ratings are based on Global Peace Index, US Department of State Travel Advisories, and local government sources. Ratings are subjective and should be used as a general guideline only. Always verify current travel advisories before your trip.
Solo Women Travelers
Night Safety
Dress Code
Casual - cover shoulders in churches
Harassment Risk
Tips
- •Generally safe
- •Beach areas very friendly
Note: Women safety ratings are based on solo female traveler experiences, TripAdvisor reviews, and US Department of State advisories. Every woman's experience may vary. Trust your instincts and research specific destinations.
Festivals & Events
Fallas
culturalValencia fire festival
Impact: Book ahead
La Tomatina
culturalTomato throwing festival
Impact: Very crowded