Spain is an evergreen destination for tourists. It may be viewed by many as merely a place to get some sun and sand but it is also popular for backpackers who want to see a little bit more of the country than the beach. Here are a few pointers for those who would like to see more of Spain and backpack their way around.

Ok, so the first tip if you really want to see Spain warts and all, is to learn to speak Spanish. With this said, even if you are planning to stay in the big cities for most of the time, speaking Spanish will be an indispensible aid for your stay.

It may be true that many people in Spain, particularly Madrid, Barcelona and many of the tourist resorts will speak English you shouldn’t expect people to speak English (and indeed most won’t or may object to having to speak English). Even simple phrases will make a big difference. If you make an effort the locals will make more of an effort to accommodate you too.

Now, try organizing your travel plans. Being spontaneous about your travel arrangements is certainly more exciting but it will also be more costly. If you are back packing, your money may be tight so you want to limit the expensive. If you have a plan of where you will be on such a date you can pre-book trains, planes and buses. You can save upwards of 50% on advance bookings if you do this. Saving money means more time can be spent in Spain which is even better.

Don't let the weather ruin your stay in Spain. Spain is one of the better parts of Europe for weather. Indeed, parts of southern Spain get more days of sunshine per year than most parts of the world. Think about starting your vacation or traveling during spring or the start of summer. The north is more likely to be cooler and have inclement weather so try starting in the north and work your way down to the south. This should limit the extent that the weather plays in your travels. Even though the odd rainfall or shower can actualy be a pleasant change from time to time.

Madrid and Barcelona are the two major cities that you want to spend some time in. There is plenty to see and do in these two cities. In reality you could spend a couple of weeks in each city but if time is not your friend, a few days will probably be sufficient. If you only have a few days get organized and see the things you really want to do.

Although these two cities are a must see, there are plenty of other things to see and do. And Spain is a large country. The best way to see other parts of Spain is to use the fast train. You can travel throughout the country in a few hours and it is probably one of the more stress free ways to travel and see the country as you go. This is something that you miss out on in an airplane.

Spain is a great place to visit and you will have a wonderful time if you make some simple plans before hand.

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