WiFi is not that common, especially in cheaper hotels. You may need to use Internet cafes to use the Internet. If you are on the Internet, your apps will all work, but if you plan to bring an iPhone or something like that, check to make sure you won't get hit with massive roaming charges.
ATMs are very common and it's no problem finding one.
Most people do not speak English, but it's not hard to get around with English, and most of the sights will have English signs, brochures, audio guides, etc.
It's a pretty safe country. Pickpocketing and bag snatching can be a problem in Barcelona, so watch your stuff and you may want to wear a money belt.
"Do most 3, 4, and 5 star hotels have WiFi? "
Yes.
"Is it free?"
Usually no.
"Is WiFi in most public places? (restaurants, museums, libraries, etc...)"
In libraries and museums- yes. In restauants- only for the clients, and not in all of them.
"Are there plenty in-door ATM's around to use? "
The concept of "plenty" is open to interpretation, but there are more than enough.
"Do most people speak English as well as Spanish?"
No. And do you speak Spanish as well as English? After all, it′s you who come to their house, not them to yours.
" For all I know, Spain is just as modern as America."
It′s not so.
there was wifi in every hotel i've been in in europe (i studied abroad in spain, and traveled to many other coutnries)
Pick pocketing is a huge problem in barcelona. just be aware of your stuff, make sure if you carry a purse or a wallet you are well aware of it whenever you're out in public especially on the metro. put it in a front pocket and carry your purse in front of you.
besides that its very safe!
there are ATMs everywhere.
in the tourist areas everyone speaks english.
Don't expect refills on your drinks and don't overtip the waiters. 5% will suffice.
Do most 3, 4, and 5 star hotels have WiFi? Is it free?
Is WiFi in most public places? (restaurants, museums, libraries, etc...)
Are there plenty in-door ATM's around to use??
Do most people speak English as well as Spanish?
Any tips regarding security, money, food or anything else?
I am going to Spain for 2 weeks with my high school and I leave tomorrow. For all I know, Spain is just as modern as America. I am 99% ready, but I will be 100% ready when someone answers these questions. I am going to Barcelona, Madrid, Granada,?Valencia, and Sevilla in a group of 15.?
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
P.S. ?Please add if you live in Spain or how many times you have been there!
