The siesta still exists (sort of)
Small shops close 2–5pm. Big chains don't. The tradition is fading in cities but alive in smaller towns. Use the time for a long lunch, not fighting closed doors.
🏠 Daily life in Spain
Daily life in Spain comes down to small habits — laundry, groceries, schedules, household routines — that locals do on autopilot and newcomers learn by watching.
In Spain, daily life comes down to a few things: the siesta still exists (sort of), pharmacies are marked with green crosses, and cash is still useful.
Pharmacies are marked with green crosses
They diagnose minor ailments, recommend treatments, and sell medications that would require prescriptions elsewhere. There's always a 24-hour pharmacy on rotation in each district.
Cash is still useful
Cards are widely accepted, but small bars, market stalls, and rural areas prefer cash. Many places have a €5–10 card minimum.