Originally posted on April 4, 2017 @ 9:28 am
Taking your first trip to Spain is something that a lot of people look forward to. The warm climate, the kind people, the lively culture, and of course the love for eating and celebrating. Many people say that Spain is one of their favorite destinations on Earth, and rightfully so.
Some of the greatest artists were born there, some of the greatest love stories happened there, and some of the most beautiful settings are located there. Make sure that your trip is just as magical as you want it to be and don’t let a moment slip away. Here are some of the best tips for maximizing your first trip to Spain and having a wonderful trip.
Stay In Airbnb’s
Rather than finding yourself in debt after charging your credit cards up with hotel after hotel during your journey, opt for the more economical option and use Airbnb instead. More and more people are choosing this option because it not only offers a more authentic experience on your travels, but it is also much more affordable for a much better space to stay in.
Take a look on the Airbnb website and familiarize yourself with the areas. You will want to stay somewhere central that is easy to get to attractions and restaurants by foot. Rather than taking public transportation and stressing over taxis, walking will save you so much hassle.
Use Tripadvisor
When it comes to finding the best places in town, Tripadvisor is a one stop shop. You can find the best-reviewed locations for just about anything. Usually, the reviews are moderated so that they reflect a pretty accurate representation.
When looking at reviews make sure that you read the positive and negative reviews so that you can make the fairest assessment based on the opinions coming from both ends of the spectrum. Many people say terribly negative things just to be picky when there really wasn’t any negativity merited.
Learn a Few Basic Phrases
Before departing on your trip try learning a few basic phrases to get by with on your journey. It isn’t appropriate to assume that everyone you meet in the world is going to speak English. Rather than just assuming you will be understood, make sure that you have a few phrases ready to go such as asking for directions, or where the bathrooms are.
Be Aware of Crime
As wonderful as Spain can be there are a few high crime areas that are known for pickpocketing. In areas such as Barcelona, tourists can be big targets for theft and are advised to pay particular attention to where their wallets are at all times.
You never want to allow yourself to be put in a vulnerable situation which ends up ruining your trip.