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Roquetas Del Mar
This former fishing town is a relatively new addition to the resorts in the Costa de Almeria, and its charm will be sure to win over many first time visitors. The cobblestone streets and Moorish architecture creates a delightful setting, and the 3km stretch of beach provides enough space for everyone to enjoy it. There are plenty of activities for visitors to participate in, from diving to horse-riding to golf, and families can take their children on the miniature road train which travels around the resort. Spend the evenings trying local dishes in the tapas bars on the promenade, or sipping local wine in the laid-back beachside bars. To find great deals on Roquetas Del Mar holidays, visit Travelwasp.com.
Currency:
Spain’s official currency is the Euro often signified by € or EUR. One Euro is divided into 100 cents. Money can be exchanged at bureaux de change and major hotels, but banks give the best rates. All major credit cards and travellers cheques are widely accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and shops. ATMs are widespread and are generally the cheapest and most convenient method of obtaining money. The Euro is used in 12 members of the European Union. Countries and territories using the Euro include: Belgium, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Finland, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, The Vatican, Martinique, Guadalupe, Reunion, Montenegro, and Kosovo.
Roquetas Climate:
Temperatures in the high season can reach into the mid 30’s so making the most of the wonderful beaches and refreshing ocean is recommended. Typically the Costa de Almeria enjoys up to 12 hours of sunshine in high summer and balmy evening temperatures allow you to make the most of Spain's famous Al-Fresco lifestyle. Cooling breezes rolling in from the Ocean help keep the air clear but in summer you can generally expect dry, hot days and wonderfully warm evenings.
Time :
Local time is GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).
Language :
Spanish is the official language, but English is widely understood in areas frequented by tourists. Catalan, Galician and Basque are spoken in the relevant areas.
Electricity
Electrical current is 220 or 225 volts, 50Hz.
European-style two-pin plugs are standard.
Tipping
Hotel and restaurant bills usually include service charges, but additional tips are welcomed for services rendered. In established restaurants tips of about 10% are expected. Drivers of metered taxis expect small tips and it is customary to tip usually 5-10% for most services, including guides.
Communication
The international access code for Spain is +34. The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 0044 for the United Kingdom).
