Spain: The country with 328,000 bars
November 16, 2006
In the last five years, Spain has seen the opening of 33,000 new bars and restaurants, according to the Economic Annual Report from La Caixa. The hospitality industry growth is impulsed by the increase in population, the tendency to eat away from home and the Spanish culture, with its desire to live doors outwards. The heavy competition in the sector increases the business transfers and halts the business of groups and franchises. Read more
Contracts for a deposit
August 24, 2006
There is a very important principle of contractual law in the Spanish Civil Code that states: ��?The contracting parties can establish all the agreements, clauses and conditions that they may find necessary, provided they are not against the Law, the morals or the Public Order��?. It is called the “Autonomy of the will Principle��?. Read more
Labour costs in Spain
April 21, 2006
The National Statistics Institute, or INE’s quarterly survey on labor costs (ETCL) measures the quarterly development of labor costs facing companies and the gross salaries which employees have to live on.
The survey’s data is taken from questionnaires completed by sample of 19,500 establishments with workforces of over 500 throughout Spanish territory. Read more
Dressing for business in Spain
April 11, 2006
Spaniards are extremely dress-conscious and will perceive your appearance as an indication of your professional achievement and relative social standing.
It is important to dress con elegancia, which means top-quality, conservative clothing in relatively subdued colours. Men should wear dark woollen or linen suits and silk ties with white cotton shirts and women should wear well-cut suits [including trouser suits] or business dresses made of high-quality fabrics. Designer clothes and brand names will be noted with approval. Read more
A view on Barcelona’s property and culture
April 11, 2006
Barcelona is one of the world’s most dynamic cities, with a rich blend of cultural delights and 24 hour hedonism. It’s situated between the Costa Brava and the Costa Daurada, which is a rugged and beautiful region, located on Spain’s north eastern tip. The Catalan capital, Barcelona resides on a coastal plain that stretches away into the hills beyond, and blesses the city with breathtaking views.
Journey up the coast and you’ll discover long, sandy beaches and rugged clifftops, while inland there are mountains, plains, marshlands and forests. As well as offering boisterous beach resorts that cater to the bucket and spade brigade, the coastal area is also sought after for its secluded coves and villages. Most notably, of course, the region is home to the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona, famed for its cultural heritage, as well as its party atmosphere. Read more
