Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
First Time Barcelona
Checklist
To get the best deal, be sure to check all airlines before booking a flight.
Find out if you can use your phone in Spain and ask about roaming charges.
At the very least, book your first few nights of accommodation to ensure an easy
start to your stay.
Check the calendar to figure out which festivals to attend or avoid.
Organise travel insurance.
What to Pack
Passport and/or national ID card (EU citizens)
Driving licence
Phrasebook
Money belt
Mobile phone (and charger)
Earplugs for noisy weekend nights
Good walking shoes
A bathing suit
Swim towel
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Hat
Reading material (try page-turners by Carlos Ruiz Zafón or Manuel Vázquez Mont-
albán)
A rain jacket or umbrella
