Traveling in Spain

Traveling in Spain

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Print resources on specific topics may be found by searching the Online Catalog.

Databases: Scroll over an image for a complete description.

~ Reference articles--all articles may be translated into Spanish, if desired. Many maps, images, articles, etc. on Spain.

~ Chicago-area newspapers

Example search: click Advanced Search > Enter Spain and Tourism in separate search boxes > Change All Text to In Lead/First Paragraph for both search boxes > Click Search.

~ Clipart, photos, fonts, and more. See a library staff member for the username/password.

~ Magazines and newspapers

Example search: enter Spain and Description and Travel in two separate search boxes > Click search.

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~ The complete Encyclopedia Britannica in Spanish. Many images and maps.

~ Newspaper articles from U.S. and international sources

Example search: click More Search Options > Enter Spain and Tourism in separate search boxes > Change All Text to In Lead/First Paragraph for both search boxes > Click Search.

~ General articles on Spain.

~ World news information.

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Internet Resources

Barcelona ~ The official website of the city of Barcelona.

Countries of the World : From the USA CIA World Factbooks, the United Nations Statistical Office, The Library of Congress Country Studies and other sources

Fodor's Travel Guides ~ "Covering over 300 destinations worldwide, Fodor's guidebooks are written for a variety of travelers who have one thing in common--they are seeking the best travel options available within their budget, including the best places to stay, eat, shop, and see."

Frommer's Travel Guides ~ "The essential online destination for those planning the perfect travel excursion."

Lonely Planet Travel Guides

National Geographic: MapMachine

Portals to the World: Spain ~ from the Library of Congress

Spain Country Guide ~ from the U.S. Department of State

Spain Country Study ~ from the Library of Congress

Tourism España ~ Official tourist information from the Instituto de Turismo de España, TURESPAÑA. Available in Spanish and English.

U.S. Department of State - Information for American citizens traveling abroad or foreign citizens traveling to the U.S.

Virtual Tourist - "VirtualTourist is a worldwide travel community where real travelers and locals share real travel advice and experiences."

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N. Mellendorf, Librarian. Maine South High School, Library Resource Center, Park Ridge, IL
Created: 4/24/08 Last update: 5/12/08 Contact: nmellendorf@maine207.org