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Spain Costs and Money

Like many other countries in the EU, Spain now uses the Euro as its main currency, as opposed to its older peseta. This makes it possible to holiday on $100 comfortably. Be careful, though – banks in Spain have very short hours and charge for ATM use, so make sure you have enough funds for the day.

Spain Currency

Euros

Up until 2002, the currency in Spain was the peseta. Then Spain adopted the Euro as its main monetary form, and this is the currency it uses today. For those travelling into Spain, there ...
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Costs in Spain

Costs and Money

With the introduction of the Euro in 2002, costs in Spain have changed from the days of the peseta. Whilst other countries in the EU have benefited, Spain has seen a slight increase in ...
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Credit Cards in Spain

For any traveller in Spain, one of the best ways to enjoy it is to use credit cards for your expenses. Not only is it more convenient, but you don’t have to worry about carrying a lot of ...
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Tipping in Spain

Tipping

One question any traveller to Spain always asks is “should they tip for meals and drinks?”
Although you don’t have to, the choice is down to you.
Unlike Canada or the US ...
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