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How to dress in Spain in the spring? People are still wearing dark colors in March – although the brighter colors creep in their spring wardrobes by April. If you’re out all day until evening, bring another layer in your purse or backpack. Tourists stick out if they’re wearing strappy dresses with sandals in April. […]

Barcelona essential pickpocket safety tips: Don’t carry your wallet in a back pocket. Don’t put phones, cameras on table at cafes. Wear your backpack on the front in touristy areas. Always keep bags closed and on your lap at cafes/coffee bars. Be wary of any strangers approaching you or touching you. How can I avoid […]

Women should wear dresses or skirts for business and a conservative cotton blouse. As a general guideline, the more casual your clothes are (shorts, vests, flip flops) the more you are likely to stand out as a tourist. Barcelona is a vibrant multi-cultural city with a good variety of clothes and styles. What should I […]

In general, we can say that Marbella is no place for discretion. People come here to be seen, especially to Puerto Banus, and for that reason, colorful looks are essential, especially during the night. Near the beaches and in the old town, there is a more casual code for dressing though. Can you wear shorts […]

Three districts to avoid in Barcelona Want to be on the safe side? Then consider avoiding Ciutat Vella. This covers the area of the Barri Gotic, El Born, El Raval, and Barceloneta. What should I avoid in Barcelona? What Not To Do in Barcelona: Top 10 Tourist Fails To Avoid Expect people to speak English. […]

We highly suggest you avoid flip-flops, sporty sneakers, sleeveless shirts, and short pants. Always remember that the better and smarter your outfit, the higher your possibilities of gaining entrance. YouBarcelona Guestlist has a guest list at the most fashionable & desirable clubs in Barcelona! What do people wear to nightclubs in Spain? The Spain dress […]

Barcelona fashion in general In general, Catalan locals dress pretty conservatively. They stick to mostly dark colors during the winter (e.g. black parkas), then wear lighter fabrics and colors in the summer – without going overboard by showing too much skin. What should I pack for Barcelona in the summer? What to Pack for Barcelona […]

What Not To Do in Barcelona: Top 10 Tourist Fails To Avoid Expect people to speak English. Leave a tip. Pay for basic tapas. Pay for a walking tour. Go to a Flamenco show. Show up at La Sagrada Familia without a ticket. Buy anything on Las Ramblas. Order paella that’s advertised with stock photos. […]

Here’s how to NOT look like a tourist in Madrid, Spain Do make sure to drink beer. Do eat a big lunch then tapas late at night. Don’t go to a night club before 1am. Do have a go at jogging in Retiro Park. Don’t bother wearing flip flops. Do always wear or carry sunglasses. […]

Are there lockers for bag and luggages at La Sagrada Familia? A. Only small bags and rucksacks can be temporarily stored while visitors go up in the towers. For safety reasons no suitcases can be stored at the venue. Can you bring water into Sagrada Familia? It is not permitted to take any food or […]

Michelin don’t specify a dress code but each restaurant may. Broadly speaking, smart casual is *usually* fine, but that’s so broad as to be almost unhelpful, in others you may well need a jacket. Is there a dress code for Paris restaurant? For most restaurants and bars, the dress code is dressed-up casual. So, if […]

At Michelin-starred restaurants tipping can go as high as 10% to reflect what should be a higher level of service. Bars Bartenders don’t expect any kind of tip. If you’re getting table service, it’s worth rounding up the bill to the nearest euro. Do you tip at Michelin star restaurants in Paris? It’s important to […]

Clothing that reveals too much cleavage, chest, back, stomach, feet or underwear is not befitting for a place of business, nor is it for a business-casual-type setting. What should you not wear for dinner? From crop tops to head-to-toe black, here are the fashion girl go-to looks to avoid during your family’s holiday meal. 1) […]

The Spain dress code for a night involves dressing up! You’ll see heels, nice sandals, dress shoes, loafers, leather shoes or nice sneakers. Whether you’re visiting a club or bar you can’t go wrong dressing up. It’s best to be overdressed. What should you not wear in Spain? Nix the dirty denim, sports t-shirts and […]

watch it as you would any bag and keep it closed and you should be fine. Please also when you are getting on crowded bus or train, take ti off and hold it or put it on the floor between your feet to make space for the rest of us, (That said, some attractions will […]

There’s no single dress code in New York City. You can dress however you like, whether you want to go classic chic, punk, or girly. Street harassment is an issue for women in New York City, but don’t let this deter you from wearing what you want. What is the dress code in NYC? Some […]

How to Act Like a New Yorker Walk fast, with your head straight ahead or down. Don’t gawk or make eye contact. When crossing the street, don’t obediently wait on the curb for the light to change. Just raise your hand to hail a cab. Avenue of the Americas? What makes a person a New […]

Things Not to Do in New York City 01 of 09. Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Directions. 02 of 09. Don’t Stand in the Middle of the Sidewalk. 03 of 09. Don’t Lean on the Subway Poles. 04 of 09. Don’t Try to Skip Your Fare in the Subway. 05 of 09. Don’t Dress […]

The most common bar attire is however smart casual or casual. And usually more towards smart casual as the night wears on. What do people wear going out in NYC? If you have plans to go out in New York, you’ll want to wear a nice dress or a nice suit as people get dressed […]

New York City, like many another colossal old crowded city is dingy dirty rusty and grimy. Dirt and soot rub off the fences and railings and benches onto your clothes. Ash and smog and dust fall from the sky onto your hat and coat and pants. Black clothes show less of this detritus than any […]