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Summer / Winter Clothes   Barcelona

Summer / Winter Clothes, Barcelona

 15 Reviews  A big handbag which doesnt keep falling off your shoulder! Not only is it a pain, it also isnt safe from bag snatchers. Bag should be big enough to carry camera, papers, travel guide, water, juice, a... 

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Clothing   Madrid

Clothing, Madrid

 13 Reviews  There's a craZy obsession in this city among adults and children alike for any kind of bag or case that's attached to wheels and pulled along. There are plenty of unlicensed wheelie-case drivers in... 

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Clothing   Palma de Mallorca

Clothing, Palma de Mallorca

 5 Reviews  1 bag swim suits, flip flops, shorts, nice dress clothes for going out. But if you don't bring any of these items there are places that sell them very cheaply. I'm not kidding. You might want to bring... 

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Comfortable Shoes   Barcelona

Comfortable Shoes, Barcelona

 15 Reviews  COMFORTABLE shoes. Let me say it again--Comfortable shoes. Barcelona and Porto have serious cobblestone streets that will do your feet and body in and kill any form of shoe with a heel!!!!! Two pairs... 

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Weather   Madrid

Weather, Madrid

 9 Reviews  Madrid's climate is known for its pronounced seasonal variations. With cold (if dry) winters and inclemently hot (and even drier) summers, spring and autumn are often recommended as the best months to... 

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Protective Lotions   Palma de Mallorca

Protective Lotions, Palma de Mallorca

 4 Reviews  Depending on the type of trip you are taking on Mallorca, you should adjust your baggage. If you are only coming on a weekend get-away, a large backpack will definitely hold enough. Otherwise, a... 

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Jackets / Umbrellas   Barcelona

Jackets / Umbrellas, Barcelona

 8 Reviews  This depends on the length of your visit. Summer clothes takke up less room and are also lighter in weight. September/early October in the city can still be fairly hot in my experience, but arrive... 

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Cell Phone   Madrid

Cell Phone, Madrid

 2 Reviews  I had lots of trouble with cell phone rates in Spain and used a company called apelcom. I have included my personal blog that talks about my cell phone situation and also the website for the company i... 

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Medical Supplies   Palma de Mallorca

Medical Supplies, Palma de Mallorca

 2 Reviews  don't worry about getting sick over there, the local pharmacies have supplies on everything... I got sick and had to get antibiotics, didn't even need a prescription for that. sun screen, beach... 

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Appropriate Bags   Barcelona

Appropriate Bags, Barcelona

 8 Reviews  when out and about in barcelona it a good idea to have a rucksack with you. not only to put all your water and sunscreen in but to put all your purchases in, it is too dangerous to walk around with... 

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Sun Lotion   Madrid

Sun Lotion, Madrid

 3 Reviews  I was told to bring lots of sunscreen I had been checking the weather before I left for my trip and I kept seeing that is was very hot and sunny. Well, when I finally arrived there, there was rain and... 

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Information / Sources   Barcelona

Information / Sources, Barcelona

 7 Reviews  Just wanted to highly recommend the travel app I took to Barcelona this Christmas on my iPhone called Sutro Media's Barcelona Unbound. You don't have to be online to use it, and it helped us find lots... 

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Photography   Madrid

Photography, Madrid

 2 Reviews  Bring rollable luggage if you plan to travel on the metro and make sure it is not too large because there are lots of stairs Wear comfortable shoes because there are lots of stairs and cobblestones... 

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Sun Glasses / Sunscreen   Barcelona

Sun Glasses / Sunscreen, Barcelona

 9 Reviews  On the last years the climate is changing and Barcelona is warmer and warmer.. the winter as i remembered doesnt exist.. fall season is so warm till mid november.. so wear a jacket is convenient but... 

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Cameras and Extra Film   Barcelona

Cameras and Extra Film, Barcelona

 9 Reviews  Pack light when traveling to Barcelona, especially if you want to use public transportation. It makes your life much easier when jumping on and off the trains for example. Barcelona's climate is quite... 

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A Fan   Barcelona

A Fan, Barcelona

 3 Reviews  Don't go on a city trip in a mediterranean country in summer! Well, that's a nice tip, but most of us can only go on vacation during the summerholidays. Therefore this list to cope with the heat. What... 

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by llollipoppi

A suitcase or backpack is fine in Spain as most people are transferred to there resort by coach so you don't carry your luggage for very long, make sure that you mark your luggage clearly though Plenty of light clothes, shorts, t-shirts and swimwear e.g bikini! as it is hot most of the time , take light trousers and shirt to be safe, and make sure you have flipflops for the poolside as the ground can get very hot You need plenty of insect repellant and a home first aid kit is handy, this is advice i would give for any a country, make sure you have medical insurance as well

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by DCsalsera

Please bring an umbrella!! When it rains in Spain, it rains! And considering you will most likely be walking where you want to go, an umbrella is essential. Also helpful is the travel size antibacterial dissolving gel, but I recommend that for any trip!! Medical supplies are pretty easy to come by in the pharmacies

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by gabriellefox

The usual large duffle with wheels or a backpack will do. When shopping something cool in cotton is nice. I find cotton and lycra mix sundresses are perfect. You will be more comfortable in the heat with sandals or flipflops. I took all my favoutire toiletries and basis medical supplies with me although they are available there. I took all camera equipment with me but they are also readily available. I took a selection of bikinis and sarongs for days at the beach.

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by stopatnothin

When walking around carry as little as possible , it only slows you down though a camera is a must . Wear comfortable walking shoes because most of the attractions require walking . This country is one big KODAK moment so load up on film or you might miss out on great architecture like this. Lounging on the Med. Sea is great so bring that sunscreen .

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by SusanneBeck

There is no rigid dress code in Spain. Like in most places, dress changes with season, venue and circumstances. Near the coast, it's not usually necessary to wear warm clothing whereas further inland, temperatures vary so be prepared. Some winters can be icy cold. FOREIGN CURRENCY:In Spain, Euros are now the official currency. It might be helpful to take some with you, although there are many places in Spain where money can be changed. Traveller's cheques and international credit cards are accepted by most hotels, restaurants and shops. PASSPORTS: A passport is needed to enter Spain although a national ID card will do if entering from Switzerland, Andorra, Monaco or Liechtenstein. ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES: You will need a european round-pinned plug, as electric appliances run on 220 volts ac. TOBACCO AND ALCOHOL: The maximum allowance per person is 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars, 100...

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by Andares

Sun protection cream, sunglasses, a cap. Spain in the summer can get really really REALLY hot. Except for the north, and some mountainous regions, you should expect sun, and more than 30ºC/86ºF degrees everywhere (more than 40ºC/104ºF in many places).Therefore, grab your sun block, cap and sunglasses. And don't worry about your tan, you'll be brown anyway by the end of your vacation, but without risk.

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by Maputosimon

One big bag you won't get too hot carrying around, and not designed to say 'HEY! I'M A LOST TOURIST!' I tend to remove all luggage labels as soon as I get my bags off the plane. A smaller bag to carry everyday stuff in, which allows you a free range of movement and is ideally positioned in front of you or under an arm, with good, noisy fasteners and NO QUICK-RELEASE STRAPS! I wore trainers for the whole trip & was fine, though I would have liked some easy-to-carry sandals for my unexpected beach trip in Valencia - swimming trunks would have gone down well there, too! Erm...not 'gone down' exactly - well, you know what I mean! For once, I am forced to say, take your own! The 'Hostals' in Spain offer nothing more than beds, walls and showers. Buy containers just small enough for how much shampoo, etc, you'll need before going, so you aren't carrying one litre of every cosmetic you might...

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by ombre

pack some dark sunnys as your women will kill you if she see's you checking out all the babes lol.just kidding make sure you have a hat and sun screen as it gets very hot at sticky.keep your bags and other important items with you at all times .

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by dr.firas

Your light handbag! Sure, warm ones, you know coats and stuffs! 100% needed! Your camera equipments, good warming clothes, umbrella, just in case! and your visa card is absolutely so very needed!

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by dr.firas

Camera equipments, and please don't forget the most important thing: Umbrella!!!!some times it is just raining in a wild way, you will certainlly regret not having an umbrella with you!

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