Most will
depend on the
area that you
visit as each
area has its
own particular
specialties
but some of
the most
common are;
Leather
Spain has an
ample supply
of very high
quality
leather and
leather goods
ranging from
the smallest
purse or
handbag to
leather
furniture.
Look out for
the large
factory
outlets
although watch
the prices.
You may find
the range of
goods better
but the prices
will be higher
than those in
the small
shops.
A cake shop
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Lace
Many areas of
Spain are
known
worldwide for
the intricate
lace and
linen.
Qualities do
vary
considerably
and be wary of
street sellers
selling lace
and linen in
sealed packs;
chances are
the set will
not be
complete or
the goods will
be seconds.
You are better
to buy from a
shop where you
can handle the
goods first. |
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| Buying cigarettes and tobacco in Spain - a rough guide here |
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Shop
opening hours in Spain
Most shops
in Spain open at
10.00am and
close for
siesta at
2.00pm,
re-opening at
5.00pm until
8.30 or
9.00pm. Many
shops open
10.00 – 2.00
on Saturdays
and most close
on Sundays.
You may find
several shops
open on
Sundays in
coastal
holiday
resorts. |
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Etiquette in Spain
It is not
normal to
barter in
shops unless
they are very
small
establishments
or on market
stalls. Most
shops now take
all major
credit cards. Foreign debit cards
are rarely
accepted.
Cheques are
not accepted
unless they
are Spanish
Euro cheques and this is becoming rare.
Be prepared to
present your
passport or driving licence if
paying by
credit card.
Queuing is
normal in
Spain and in
general
everyone is
polite and
complies. |
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Types of
shop
Markets
Most towns and
cities have
their own
weekly market
where bargains
can be had as
well as an
insight into
local crafts
and produce.
It is quite
acceptable to
barter prices
at markets and
one should be
careful for
opportunist
thieves who
target
tourists
handbags and
pockets.
See our video of market shopping here |
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Hypermarkets
These are
becoming very
popular
especially in
tourist
resorts and
cities. In the
larger stores
it is quite
common to find
a variety of
small outlets
alongside a
major
supermarket.
Many
incorporate
hair salons,
tobacconists,
dentists, shoe
repairs,
camera shops
etc, etc. |
