1. “¿Qué tal, tío?” (How’s it going, man?) – A casual Spanish greeting.
2. “Una paella, por favor.” (A paella, please.) – To try the famous rice dish.
3. “¿Cómo llego a la Sagrada Familia?” (How do I get to the Sagrada Familia?) – For visiting Gaudí’s masterpiece in Barcelona.
4. “Una caña, por favor.” (A draft beer, please.) – For ordering a small beer.
5. “¿Dónde está la Plaza Mayor?” (Where is the Plaza Mayor?) – For finding the main square in Madrid.
6. “¿A qué hora es la siesta?” (What time is the siesta?) – About the traditional afternoon rest.
7. “Mola mazo.” (It’s really cool.) – A very Spanish expression of approval.
8. “¿Dónde puedo ver un espectáculo de flamenco?” (Where can I see a flamenco show?) – For experiencing traditional dance.
¡Buen Viaje! Essential Phrases for Traveling in Spain
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