Spain

Spain

Deep rooted traditions, a passion for cuisine, dance and fiestas, a laidback love of life

If it's good weather and great food that you want then Spain is definitely the place to be. Famous for tapas, paella, flamenco, fiestas, and siestas, Spain, is not just about the sun, sea and sand, but is also a country with rich history, culture and traditions. The arts are also flourishing in Spain and many of the most famous European artists, authors, dancers, actors, designers and film directors at the moment are Spanish. With Vibrant party cities like Madrid and Barcelona and quiet, traditional villages in Andalusia, Spain has the full spectrum, and there is always something new to discover.

Fast Facts

Capital city
Madrid
Government
Spain is a parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy. The monarchy was reinstated after Franco's dictatorship was over. The current monarch is King Juan Carlos I. The current president is José Rodríguez Zapatero.
Languages
The official language is Castilian. Other recognised languages include Catalan, Galician and Basque.
Religion
Roman Catholic
Population
The population of Spain is 45.2 million.
Currency
Euro
International dialling code
+34
Time zones
GMT +1

Money Tips

Approximate exchange rate
Despite an increase in prices since the adoption of the Euro, Spain is still a relatively cheap European country. Areas less frequented by tourists such as Extremadura and smaller towns in Andalusia are significantly cheaper than areas such as Marbella and Barcelona. If you stay away from the main tourist streets, even in Barcelona and Madrid you will pay significantly less and probably find that the food is more authentic! As for accommodation, the cheapest option would be hostels or campsites.

Weather and Climate

Spain Today
The weather in Spain varies significantly in the different regions of the country. The south of Spain is renowned for its year round sun and warm weather, the northern regions have variable weather conditions but in general if you visit anywhere in Spain in its Spring/ Summer you should have very pleasant weather. In most areas of Spain, from April to September/October there is a good chance of very good weather.

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Language Assistant Spain

Experience a true cultural immersion by living with and teaching English to a host family in Spain.
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Hospitality Work Experience Spain

Improve your Spanish whilst gaining valuable work experience in the hospitality sector.
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