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Is 2 weeks in Spain too long?

The standard two-week vacation is more than enough time to experience the highlights of Spain. This includes art walks in Madrid, flamenco shows in Seville, wine tours of Andalusia, and all the authentic tapas you can eat.



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3 weeks in Spain is perfect. You can visit historical sites, the beach, and even go for a hike or two. The country is also well-connected with flights and buses or trains, making travelling between cities or islands much easier.

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In between nine and 12 days, you can immerse yourself in multiple regions of Spain plus even visit Portugal if you choose. Consider combining the aforementioned excursion to Galicia with a road trip to Basque Country.

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Twelve days in Spain is enough time to discover both the highlights and lesser-known treasures of Spain. A trip to Madrid, Barcelona, and Andalucia is a classic way to discover Spain's vibrant cities and scenic villages.

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How much you'll need for two weeks: €1,150-2,100. Cost per day: €80-150 or USD $95-180.

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How to travel in Spain on a mid-range budget. How much you'll need for two weeks: €1,150-2,100. Cost per day: €80-150 or USD $95-180.

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For budget travelers, you can expect to spend around $50 to $70 per day in Spain, while mid-range travelers can expect to spend around $100 to $150 per day. It's important to plan ahead and research activities and costs to create a budget that works for you.

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Although there is enough to do in Italy to fill a week, we recommend a stay of at least 10 days in Italy for the complete experience. However, if you've only got two or three days in Italy, you will still be able to cover many of the main highlights of the country.

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If you don't leave Spain after 90 days, you would be in an irregular situation. In other words, you would be in the country illegally. Thus, in the eyes of the immigration law, you would be committing a serious infraction that could result in significant penalties and/or fines.

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Italy vs Spain: cost To stretch your travel budget, Spain is typically slightly more affordable than Italy, even in expensive cities like Madrid.

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We recommend budgeting between 800€-1500€ per month to live comfortably in Spain.

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If you're by yourself, you can live on €1,000 per month in Spain. This includes room rent, groceries, health insurance, rare use of public transport, eating out a few times a month and shopping moderately.

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Tipping in Spain works differently: The customer actually has the option to not leave any tip at all. However, restaurants expect a 10% tip on each bill—although it's not a formal rule, and that percentage is much lower than tipping practices in other countries.

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If you wish to be in Spain for longer than 90 days every 180, you must apply for a visa before you enter the country. There's a variety of visa options for both short and long-term stays. Read about long-term Spanish visas.

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