Can Americans drink the water in Spain?
Can Americans drink the water in Spain? The quick answer is yes: the average traveler absolutely can drink tap water in Spain. Essentially, 99.5% of Spain's tap water is deemed safe for consumption. In fact, Spain has one of the most advanced public filtration and wastewater management systems in the world.
What country is the safest to drink tap water?
Switzerland. Switzerland has been capable of achieving one of the cleanest and best tasting tap water among other countries in the world. Other than the tap water being safe, the quality of water is deemed quite good for drinking.
How do I ask for a bill in Spain?
In Spain, you can simply say la cuenta, por favor (the check, please) when you catch your server's attention. Another common phrase many locals use is ¿Nos cobras cuando puedas? (literally Can you charge us when you can?). Either one is a perfectly fine way to ask your server to bring the bill.
How do I ask for water in Spain?
This is how to order a glass or bottle of water in Spain. “Por favor, ¿puede traerme una jarra de agua del grifo?” – Please can you bring me a jug of tap water?
Do you tip in Barcelona?
Tips aren't expected in Barcelona, but they are always appreciated. Credit cards – tipping is possible with a card, just be sure you ask them to add it to the total as they run your card. There's no space on the credit card receipt when it comes time to sign.
Should I carry a water bottle around Europe?
You can help reduce plastic waste and save money by bringing your own reusable water bottle. You can refill it in destinations where it's safe to drink the tap water, or use the filtered water at your hotel, or drinking fountains and refill stations found across Europe.
Do you tip in Spain?
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.
Why does TSA not allow water bottles?
They prohibit bringing large liquids through security because liquids can be used as bomb components or incendiaries. You're free to bring an empty bottle through security and fill it up on the other side. I do it often.
Will flight attendants fill your water bottle?
A good idea is to fill your reusable bottle just before stepping onto the plane so you have a water supply during your flight, and if you run out of water on long flights you can always ask the flight attendant to refill it for you.