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Torremolinos Life and Torremolinos Visitor Travel Tips
(Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain)





Torremolinos is amongst the most famous resorts along Spain's spectacular Costa del Sol and the Torremolinos tourist industry began to thrive during the 1960s, when this impressive coastal spot quickly gained popularity. These days Torremolinos is known for its spotless sandy beaches, clear waters, array of restaurants and hotels, and lively nightlife - especially during the summer months.

Life in Torremolinos is led at a fairly relaxed pace and with its close proximity to nearby Malaga, Torremolinos has much to offer both the visitor and holidaymaker. Out of season, Torremolinos takes on a whole different feel and charm, with life being led at a much more relaxed pace. Here are some useful travel tips about life in Torremolinos.




Torremolinos Life and Travel Tips: Torremolinos Tourism and Torremolinos Tourist Information (Oficinas de Turismo) - Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain
A major tourist resort located in the heart of the Costa del Sol, visitors are well catered for in Torremolinos, with the main tourist information bureau being located on the central Plaza Pablo Picasso, where you will find a selection of travel guides and leaflets, maps of the area, accommodation advice and festivals listings. There are also a number of tourist information booths and kiosks situated throughout the Torremolinos area, dispensing useful brochures. Here is the main tourist information centre in Torremolinos.

Torremolinos Tourist Office - Plaza Pablo Picasso, Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain
Tel: +34 952 379 512
Torremolinos tourist information centre open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 13:30

Torremolinos Life and Travel Tips: Language in Torremolinos - Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain
Spanish is the third most widely spoken language in the world, following Chinese and English. Although Spanish is the main language in Torremolinos, English, French and German are generally spoken and understood at most tourist sights, hotels and restaurants that cater for visitors, with many restaurants providing menus in a selection of languages. In smaller towns and villages outside of the Torremolinos area, a phrase book may be necessary to assist with translation.

Torremolinos Life and Travel Tips: Tipping in Torremolinos - Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain
Tipping is quite discretionary in Torremolinos and throughout the Costa del Sol, with taxi drivers usually being given a small tip of a few Euros, although this is by no means compulsory and you should never feel pressured into tipping. Restaurants always include service charges by law and these should be clearly displayed on all of the menus, although a tip will still be expected and very much appreciated. Hotel staff, such as luggage handlers, happily accept a small tip. Generally, no other public service workers in Torremolinos expect to be tipped.

Torremolinos Life and Travel Tips: Torremolinos Places of Worship - Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain
The national religion of Torremolinos and throughout Spain is Roman Catholic, although many other faiths and major religions are also represented in Torremolinos, including Protestants and Muslims. There are plenty of churches present in the area holding regular services, where visitors are always welcomed, regardless of religion.

Torremolinos Life and Travel Tips: Smoking in Torremolinos - Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain
As from 2006 in Torremolinos, smoking is restricted in buildings and on public transport, with prominent no-smoking signs in place. Spanish legislation now makes it illegal to smoke in many public places, where food is served, and in places catering for children. Restaurants in Torremolinos must have smoke-free areas, with the rights of non-smokers tending to prevail over the right to smoke. However, most pubs and bars in Torremolinos welcome customers, who can either smoke in designated areas or outside.

Torremolinos Life and Travel Tips: Tips for Using the Euro in Torremolinos - Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain
The Euro is made up of eight coins and seven paper notes and was introduced on January 1, 2002. The 12 original members of the European Union - Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, and Spain - planned the event for many years in advance, deciding upon a specific conversion rate for each country's national currency. The colourful Euro bills, which include holograms and shades of green, yellow, blue, mauve, and orange, are identical throughout Europe. Coins have one common and one national side, but they can be used in any of the member countries, regardless of the country of issue. Old currencies are no longer accepted as legal tender, although major banks will happily convert them into Euros.

Torremolinos Life and Travel Tips: Torremolinos Telephones / Emergency Numbers - Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain

• Emergencies in Torremolinos - for police dial 091 (national) or 092 (local)
• For fire emergencies in Torremolinos - dial 080 or 085 and for an ambulance dial 409 5530
• To call from one city code to another in Torremolinos- first dial '0' followed by the Spanish city code and the main telephone number

Torremolinos Life and Travel Tips: Torremolinos Safety - Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain
Torremolinos, as with all busy holiday destinations, is a pickpockets paradise, particularly in large crowds. Always be careful with hand baggage, wearing handbags and cameras across your body when walking around in Torremolinos. Also, consider using discreet money belts, park cars in well-lit parking areas or hotel car parks, and never leave valuables on display in parked cars and hotel rooms.

Torremolinos Life and Travel Tips: Torremolinos Taxes - Torremolinos, Costa del Sol, Spain
VAT (IVA) is always included in the price and refunds are unusual in Torremolinos and throughout Spain. Tourists visiting Torremolinos from countries outside of the EU may claim a refund on this tax if the item was bought for personal use and cost more than a certain amount. For further information regarding taxes, ask the shopkeeper.

 
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