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Costa Brava travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Costa Brava with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Costa Brava.
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Costa Brava travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to the Costa Brava with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Flight time✝ | 2 hours |
Time difference | UK +1 hour |
Language(s) | Spanish |
Currency | Euro |
Electricity | C plug (230V) |
Driving side | Right |
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Costa Brava weather
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The Costa Brava weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Lloret de Mar.
Costa Brava travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Costa Brava from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for the Costa Brava - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for the Costa Brava - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for the Costa Brava - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for the Costa Brava - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for the Costa Brava - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the Costa Brava - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Costa Brava.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Costa Brava travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Costa Brava with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the Costa Brava - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the Costa Brava - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the Costa Brava - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Costa Brava, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Costa Brava covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in the Costa Brava with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for the Costa Brava - Ministry of Health, Spain
- Coronavirus timeline in the Costa Brava - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to the Costa Brava - Spanish Tourism Institute
Costa Brava travel features
Do you want to learn more about the Costa Brava? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the Costa Brava.
Costa Brava FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Costa Brava including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Spain?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Spain. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to the Costa Brava from the UK?
The flight time to the Costa Brava from the UK is typically 2 hours.
Flights to the Costa Brava
What is the time difference between the Costa Brava and the UK?
The time difference between the Costa Brava and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in the Costa Brava?
The main language spoken in the Costa Brava is Spanish.
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What is the currency in the Costa Brava?
The currency in the Costa Brava is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in the Costa Brava?
Costa Brava uses electrical plug type C (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Costa Brava?
They drive on the right side of the road in the Costa Brava.
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