Technology

Technology is everywhere in Spain! The technology and conservation of technology here makes the US look like the stone age. It's incredible to see the advancement of technology that Spain has to offer. Here is a list of a few things that startled me:

• Mc Donalds kiosk, so customers can place their order quickly without having to stand in a long line
• The playgrounds are incredible! There are ropes, trampolines, 360 seesaws, giant swings, and all kinds of different contraptions
• Escalators and elevators on the mountains instead of walking up 92034892 stairs
• Public transportation- there are buses, trams, and metros. There is no need for a car!
• Vending machines that say 'gracias' after you grab your snack
• Due to the high cost of utilities in Spain, everyone is about conserving energy
• Light switches that automatically turn off after a certain time
• Escalators that run slowly if nobody is on them and then speed up
• Doors on the metro only open if you press the button
• Some toilets have two buttons, one is more energy efficient b/c it uses less water

Conserving energy is so important, and the little things count.

• Always turn the lights off when you leave a room, even if it's for a few minutes
• Don't run the shower water unless you're rinsing
• If you buy something small at a store, you probably won't get a bag
• No clothes dryers! Everyone just hangs their clothes outside.
• Only buy groceries that you need for the moment. Don't buy in bulk.
• Don't waste food. Use leftovers to make other food.