LANGUAGE - SPANISH/CATALAN

English is becoming more widely known but more among the younger generations and those trying to be trendy. It is useful to know a few numbers and short phrases in Spanish to get you around, the locals will understand you even if they speak Catalan. See our printable phrase guide to help you along.

CURRENCY - EURO €1EU =$1.48USD =£0.71GBP (11/07)

Cash machines or ATMs are easily found throughout the main shopping district. These accept all major credit cards and any with the PLUS, CIRRUS or MAESTRO logos.

TIME - CENTRAL EUROPEAN TIME (GMT+1HR)

Daylight savings (+1) starts the last Sunday in March and ends(-1) the last Sunday in October. 24hr time commonly used.

PHONE - COUNTRY CODE 0034

Local phone boxes can take credit cards or you can buy international phone cards and 'Telefonica' cards from a Estancos/Tabacos outlet ( they have the big 'T' sign).

EMERGENCIES

OTHER NUMBERS