Where to go in Spain
Spain travel information
When to visit Spain
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- Time zone: GMT +1
- Flight time: 2 - 4 hours
- Recommended airlines: British Airways, Iberia, Eayjet, Jet2
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Tipping guideline: 10% to 15%
- Health considerations: travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/203/spain
- Capital: Madrid
- Population: 4.74734e+007
- National languages: Spanish
- Electricity and plugs: Type C/F<br>230V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain/entry-requirements
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