There is a humorous Spanish expression that goes, “Hasta cuarenta de mayo, no te quites el sayo”, which translates to “Until the 40th of May, don’t remove your coat” – sage advic… See more

Card is king in Spain. The main tourist hubs such as Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastián and Ibizaare generally credit card-friendly destinations. In fact, you could go cashless for days an… See more

Think twice about visiting Madrid in August. Most establishments in the Spanish capital close, and Madrileños usually head for the beaches to escape the brutal August heat. See more

Prepare for late Spanish dining times. Many tourists who come to Spain for the first time end up hungry while waiting for restaurants to open. Most restaurants open for lunch from 1pm t… See more