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Useful Information
- Local time is GMT 1.
- Electrical current is 220 or 225 volts, 50Hz. European-style two-pin plugs are standard.
- If tax was included in the purchase price, travellers form EU countries are allowed the following items duty free: €300 (by land) or €430 (by air) gifts/souvenirs, 3200 cigarettes, 400 cigarillos, 200 cigars or 3kg smoking tobacco, 110 litres beer, 90 litres wine or 10 litres spirits, 60ml perfume. Travellers from non-EU countries may have 200 cigarettes, 100 cigarillos, 50 cigars or 250g smoking tobacco, 1 litre spirits or 2 litres wine, 60ml perfume and €200 worth of gifts/souvenirs.
- Costa del Sol weather giving average annual temperatures of 18ºC and over 300 days of sunshine per year.
- The Spanish climate is one of the most stable in Europe.
- English is the second language on the Costa del Sol, and it is spoken to some extent by most people in positions of authority in the province of Malaga, especially in the coastal areas. English is less widely spoken in the interior of the province, except in large towns or tourist areas. Tourism offices usually have personnel capable of communicating in English, French and German.
- Automatic Teller Machines (ATM’s) are available at many places in the city and in restaurants and pubs, offering 24-hour banking.
- 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).
- Smoking in public places is banned and stiff fines will be imposed for smoking in areas such as enclosed public spaces, areas where food is prepared and sold, public transport, designated areas of bars and restaurants, and any places that cater for children.
- Drivers of metered taxis expect small tips and it is customary to tip usually 5-10% for most services, including guides.
- All Town Halls have a lost-objects department, although found objects are frequently handed in at the nearest police station.
- The beaches on the Costa del Sol are largely sandy, but there are also many pebble beaches so foot-ware is advised.
- Shops do not normally accept foreign currency, except in some specific tourist areas like the Costa del Sol, but it is still advisable to pay in euros.
- 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.
