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Meal times may be later than you are used to, and a bar being open does not always mean its full kitchen is serving. Check the actual restaurant hours, reservation requirements and menu before relying on it for a late arrival or an early family dinner. Keep a simple backup on travel days rather than assuming the same timetable everywhere.

Ask how dishes are served and how much is appropriate for your group. Share plates when it suits the meal, but do not assume every menu follows the same format. If allergies or dietary restrictions matter, communicate them clearly and confirm ingredients with the venue. A translated menu alone may not answer cross-contact questions.

Spain includes distinct languages and local traditions. For example, Catalan and Valencian appear alongside Spanish in their respective regions. Place names on signs, tickets and maps may have more than one form. Check the exact address rather than deciding that a different spelling must mean a different town.

Learn a greeting, ask before photographing people closely and respect quiet residential streets when returning late. In religious and cultural venues, follow the local dress, photography and visiting rules. A festival is a community event as well as a visitor attraction; check its official programme and give residents room to use their own neighbourhood.

Choose places for what they offer rather than an unsupported claim that they are the only authentic option. Ask accommodation hosts or tourist offices for suggestions that match your budget and interests, then check current opening details yourself. Tipping is voluntary; it is a choice, not a compulsory national percentage. Save the name and what you enjoyed in your Diary so a personal recommendation remains tied to an actual experience.