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What main languages are spoken here?:

The main language of Valencia is Spanish; however, there are many dialects, such as Valenciano, which the majority of the population speaks. Public signage is written in Valenciano as the primary language followed by Spanish. English is common in Valencia, as well; however, it shouldn't be assumed that people will speak it here. 

What type of money is used here?:

In Spain the currency is the euro. One euro has slightly more value than the U.S. dollar; however, the ratio is approximately 1:1.  

How much does a bottle of water cost?:

The price of a bottle of water will depend on the area of the city that you are in, but the average cost would be between $0.75 and $1.00. 

What was the best meal this week?:

We ate out in the city center at a restaurant called VIPS, where I ordered a chicken poke bowl. It featured carrots, peppers, rice, peanuts and broccoli. It was absolutely delicious.

What music did I listen to this week?:

This week, we heard a lot of popular American pop songs while shopping and eating. This is because the center is a tourist attraction spot, and by using English, they are able to reach a larger audience. 

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