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Barcelona is the capital of the Cataluna region of Spain, which has its own language.
Language
Catalan
Visas
No visa required for UK citizens.
Getting there
The international airport is 14km south-west of the city centre at El Prat de Llobregat. There are bus and train services between the airport and the centre of Barcelona.
Flying time from London
Two hours
Getting around
The metro is the easiest way of getting around the city. Buses are frequent during the day and run until 3am or 4am. A free, comprehensive metro and bus map is available from the main tourist office on Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 658.
Currency
Euro
Costs
Bottle of beer 75p, a roll of film £2.50, meal for two with wine £12, a litre of petrol 45p, taxi from the airport £5.50. All prices will vary.
Weather
Summer 21C(70F)-29C(83F). Winter 6C(43F)-15C(58F).
Time difference
One hour ahead of GMT.
International dialling code from the UK
00 34 93
Voltage
220V. Take an adaptor if you will be using electrical appliances brought from the UK.
Opening hours
Monday - Friday 9am-2pm, 4.30pm-8pm for shops and travel agencies. Most keep the same hours on Saturdays. The big department stores don't close for lunch and are open 9am-9pm.
Health - Before you go
No vaccinations are required. Pick up an EHIC form from a Post Office for free medical treatment.
Health - When you are there
The tap water is OK to drink. Take the usual precautions in the sun.
Warnings
Keep an eye on your belongings at all times because pickpockets operate, especially on La Rambla.
Emergency
The emergency number is 091. British Embassy, Calle de Fernando el Santo 16, Madrid. Tel: (0034 91) 700 8200.
Customs
Night-owls should be happy. In cities the evening tends to begin around 10pm and end in the small hours. The afternoon siesta can become a must.
Pets
Spain is taking part in the Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) but documentation takes a while to set up. See your vet for details.
Tipping
Service charge is included in restaurants, so tipping is a personal choice - 5% is plenty, or odd change in cafes and bars.
Tourist office
Spanish National Tourist Office, 22-23 Manchester Square, London W1M 5AP. Tel: 020 7486 8077. Brochure line: 09063 640630 (60p per minute).
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| | Available rental properties in Costa Tropical - Granada |
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| |  | | La Concha at Los Piedaos
One of three enchanting holiday cottages on four hectares (10 acres) in the Alpujarras, near Granada, Southern Spain.
|  | | El Azahar at Los Piedaos
One of three enchanting holiday cottages on four hectares (10 acres) in the Alpujarras, near Granada, Southern Spain.
|  | | Las Palomas at Los Piedaos
One of three enchanting holiday cottages on four hectares (10 acres) in the Alpujarras, near Granada, Southern Spain.
|  | | La Rama at Los Piedaos
Enchanting holiday villa designed by architect owner, wheel chair friendly, in the beautiful Alpujarras valley,between Granada and the sea.
|  | | CASA PEQUEÑA
Pretty cottage - close rugged Granada Coast, Motril & Port. Wonderful lush gardens, pool, sea/mountain views. FREE Wi-Fi & BSKYB. Dogs welcome.
### PERFECT WINTER BREAKS ### Ideal couples.
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