El Corte Inglés is my favorite store, especially in February when they offer the end of the season sales. After shopping there and spending $100 american (more than 15000 pesetas) go with your receipts and passport to the "Atención al Cliente". You will be credited up to 16% of what you spent. The 16% is the value added tax (VAT) or IVA in Spanish). Before collecting the 16%, you must file paperwork at the Aduana as you leave the country. The 16% is either credited to your credit card, or mailed by check to your home address.

El Corte Inglés has everything. I am usually in a hurry to shop fast, fast. In this store I can buy a lot in a little time. The clerks are always helpful. I especially love the perfume department and the grocery store in the basement.

NOTE: Only non-EU citizens may apply for the tax return.



[This message has been edited by Sofia (edited 06-25-2000).]