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When to go?<\/h3>\n\n\n\nOff-Season<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Spain\nis full of beautiful things to see and places to visit, so it\u2019s always filled\nwith tourists, especially in the summer season because of its lovely beaches.\nSummer generally lasts from June to September. So it would be better to go in\nbetween April to June and September to November. If you can plan out your\ndates, then you should try to avoid colliding dates when international events\nare being held because the hotel charges can be double or even triple. Going in\noffseason can get you better deals in flight and accommodation costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When to book\nflights?<\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe earlier, the\nbetter. <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
You can get the cheapest deals on your flights if you book it a few months early. The best prices can be found three months early. Normally it is best to take the cheapest flight to Europe and then take a budget flight to Spain. So be wary because the ticket prices can quickly increase and mess up your budget. If you are not going for a trans-Atlantic vacation, then it is best to stick with hand luggage only. Because you will be charged extra for checked-in bags.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Where to Stay?<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTry to avoid\nresorts, villas, and lavish hotels<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Accommodation\nis one of the most expensive things on any trip. Even in the off-season, it can\ncost you a lot. For a more genuine experience, you should try to lower the\naccommodation cost. After all, you won\u2019t be sitting in your room all day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want to have a fun experience, free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and don\u2019t need complete privacy, then you could try out the youth hostels<\/a>, which are good places to meet the locals or other travellers. You can find the best ones through the website HostelWorld<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want a more southern Spain experience, then you can choose to stay in places like Ronda<\/a>, Cadiz, and Jerez. These places not only offer a cheaper place to stay comparatively than places like Marbella<\/a> and Mallorca but also are amazing places to explore. They also have easy access to coastal areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also look for hotels using Airbnb<\/a>, Blue Lilo, and Hotels.com<\/a> to compare and get the best deals on rooms. And always try to book as early as possible<\/p>\n\n\n\n If\nyou truly want to enjoy your stay, then take things a bit slowly. You don\u2019t\nwant to be running around the whole day and visit every place. You couldn\u2019t\neven if you wanted to. So catch your breath, relax, and blend in with the\nlocals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There\nare tons of things to do in Spain. You can enjoy the beaches of Marbella,\nAyamonte, Formentera, or wander about in the streets of Ronda, Bilbao, and\nGranada. Taste the heavenly foods of Valencia and Seville, or party till the\nsun comes up again in Ibiza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Amidst\nall of the fun things you will be doing, we would like to give you some advice\nso you can keep track and stay within your budget to enjoy a few more\nactivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It might first seem better to use the train for transportation, but buses are a lot cheaper. Train passes are generally for really long distances. So, if you are not visiting places that far apart, then it is better to not opt for the pass. Buses can also take you closer to places where the trains can\u2019t. But to get sweet deals on rail passes, you should try to book yours at least 60 days before. You will get better discounts if you do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to drive around, then it is best to check out the Via Michelin website and check for the best routes. You can find rental car prices here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\ncan also use rideshares to save money and cross distances comfortably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This\nis also a good deal. In some places, you can get a bundle offer of 10 rides on\npublic transportation, only for \u20ac10.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You probably should not get too psyched about buying the passes unless you are a real museum buff. Museum and city passes can be pretty expensive and are not often worth the investment unless you visit all of them. But if you do want to do a lot of city sightseeing and museum tours, then you can get the city passes and discounts. So, it is pretty much up to your preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even if you are no museum or history buff, you should pay a visit or two to some of the museums<\/a>. Spain has a rich history and culture, so museum visits are often fascinating. You don\u2019t have to visit the grand museums that often because most of them can have an entry fee of \u20ac10. Luckily, there are a lot of museums that offer free entry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You\ncan check museum websites to see when and if they offer free entrances. A lot\nof the museums offer free entry in the evening or on Sundays. Museums also\noffer good discounts for senior citizens, children, and students. Be sure to\ncheck those out too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now\nthat you have traveled a lot, seen a lot, and had your fair share of fun, it is\ntime to munch down. But is eating that expensive? Yes and No. Spain is home to\nthe finest cuisines and mouth-watering flavors. Almost every other city has its\nown signature dishes. You might just quickly blow a lot of cash trying to taste\nit all. That is why we have a few tips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Menu of the day is offered by\na lot of restaurants in Spain. This is considerably cheaper than a lot of other\nthings on the menu. You can get a full course meal in only about \u20ac10-\u20ac15.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tapas<\/a> is not just a side dish. In fact, it is a dish with a mixture of food. In some places, tapas are free with a drink, and in some places, it can be called \u201cRaciones\u2019\u2019. Tapas is both cheap and amazing, as it serves a bunch of local delicacies in one small platter. Check out a Tapas tour here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wine can be really\nexpensive in Spain, so it is best to order on the house wines as they seem to\nbe a lot less expensive but great in quality nonetheless. It is also good to\nget your wine from lesser-known areas. It will save you loads, and you will\nnever be disappointed while trying the local specialties as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not go overboard with\ntipping. It is not a custom over there, so you can skip it if you want. But to\ngive you a heads up, tips of \u20ac1-\u20ac2 mean amazing service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you are planning\nfor a long stay or a short one, it is not always necessary to go out for food\nin restaurants. Sometimes you can save up by buying your own food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some top-notch places to\ntry out foods will be Granier, Museo del Jamon, and La Mejor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Spain\nis widely known for its amazing nightlife. With so many places and clubs, it\ngets difficult to choose from. But you should consider going to the clubs a bit\nearly. In a lot of places, they provide free entry up to a certain time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/spain_barcelona_gaudibuilding-400x300.jpg\")
Things to\nconsider while traveling in Spain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Use the Bus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
In case of\ndriving<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ride Sharing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bundled Public\nTransport Tickets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Be wary of buying\nthe museum and city passes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Visit the museums\nin off days <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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How to save on\ndining in Spain?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Men\u00fa del d\u00eda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tapas!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Wine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tipping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Buy food from the\nsupermarket<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Clubbing <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Get the Most out\nof your visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n