Heating costs in Spain and Andorra are about three times what ours are, and therefore, the apartments may be cooler than you are used to. Bring a sweater or a sweatshirt to layer clothing in the house. Bring warm nightwear.
Electricity is very expensive in Spain and Andorra. Be respectful. Turn off lights when you leave a room. Most hallways and stairways in Spanish apartment buildings have timed switches that you may have to turn on in order to get to and from the main entryway.
Normal meal-times in Spain and Andorra for lunch and dinner are about 2:30 for lunch and dinner is at 9:00pm -10:00pm during the week and 10:00pm – midnight on the weekends. Always let your family know in advance if you won’t be there for dinner!
Sobremesa – friends and family love to spend time chatting – expect to sit at the table discussing all types of topics for extended periods of time. After dinner or during weekend meals.
The kitchen in your homestay belongs to the family. You should ask if it is ok to store food in the family refrigerator or prepare food on your own.
