Important information before traveling to Spain

ArabiaWeather.com - Ismail Qasimi - If you are thinking of visiting Spain, this topic interests you, whether you are visiting for the purpose of tourism, work or study, so that you know well these European countries and be in the true picture of them.

documents

Traveling to Spain is an exciting experience, but like any other country in the world it requires some documents such as obtaining a visa from the nearest Spanish embassy or consulate, through which you can learn about the specific admission requirements, but if you are a citizen of the United Arab Emirates, you do not need a prior visa, which is The only Arab country exempted from the "Schengen" visa to enter the European Union.

the climate

Although most people think of Spain as a Mediterranean destination given its geographical location, it is a country that enjoys at least six different climatic zones; The Balearic Islands and southeastern coasts, particularly the Costa Blanca, Costa Brava and Costa del Sol, enjoy a Mediterranean climate with mild temperatures all year round.

In the central plateau of Castile-La Mancha, Castile-Leon, Extremadura and part of Aragon and Navarre, you will find a continental climate characterized by cold winters and hot summers, while in the south-east of Spain (Murcia and a small part of Andalusia) you will find little rain in a semi-arid climate.

As for northern Spain, where the Basque Country, Asturias, Cantabria and Galicia are located; The regions have an oceanic climate with extensive precipitation. The Pyrenees, Cordillera Biteca and Granada Sierra Nevada are regions characterized by a snowy alpine climate with cold winters and mild summers.

The Canary Islands also enjoy a subtropical climate characterized by relative changes in temperature between the winter and summer seasons, hence the islands' nickname "eternal spring".

languages used

It is true that Spanish also known as "Castilian" is the official language in Spain, but some areas across the country have a special language or at least a dialect. Other languages recognized in Spain are: Basque, Catalan and Galician.

work hours

Working hours in Spain vary by season and region, but the normal working day is fragmented as the siesta period still prevails in most parts of the country. Where you find the majority of stores open between 9 am and 02:30 pm, and then between 5 and 9 pm from Monday to Saturday. As for banks and public services, they operate from Monday to Friday until 2:00 pm.

Leadership

Traffic in Spain is on the right side of the road, most roads are toll free but there are a number of toll roads marked with "peaje", documents required include driver's license, insurance policy, payment receipt, title or lease documents, vehicle registration document (V5) and insurance certificate on cars.