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Spain to avoid (Image: Getty Images) Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter More Newsletters Subscribe Please enter a valid email Something went wrong, please try again later. More Newsletters We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. More info Thank you for subscribing! We have more newsletters Show me See Our Privacy Notice See Our Privacy Notice × Group 28 Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Sign Up No thanks, close We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. More info × Group 28 Thank you for subscribing! We have more newsletters Show Me No thanks, close See our Privacy Notice Brits holidaying in Spain have been issued a warning about a common street scam that they should "avoid like the plague". The advice was shared by a
British expat on Reddit, cautioning tourists to be extra vigilant when exploring the streets and markets, or they could find themselves paying for a service they didn't request. The concerned local advised: "Avoid like the plague anyone trying to hand you flowers, bunches of rosemary or hell-bent on reading your palm. Don't even acknowledge their presence." Read More Related Articles Scots tourists in Spain warned to stop drinking sangria and eating paella Read More Related Articles Jet2, Ryanair, Easyjet, TUI passengers urged to think about wearing certain footwear This tip was given in response to a question from a tourist on the platform who asked: "Just wondering if there are any culture shocks and social norms/socially acceptable things to be aware of for a Canadian couple travelling to Spain (travelling to Europe) for the first time? Things like hotels (if the procedure is different - someone told me that towels are not provided? ), tipping culture at restaurants, friendly or rude locals (maybe tired of tourists? ), scam artists! Anything would help." Many locals were quick to offer useful advice. One individual suggested that party-goers shouldn't bother hitting the clubs and bars until 1am when the nightlife really kicks off, while also noting that an afternoon siesta is often part of the daily routine due to the hot and sunny weather. Top Trending Stories Today When to see solar eclipse tonight easyJet luggage warning Scotland's best secondary schools Plane passengers urged to consider shoes Another recounted: "I went to Madrid around 2008. At a bar we ordered a few drinks and hung out for a while, then asked for the check. The server then brought the check (and either before or after we paid-- sorry it's been a long as time I don't remember exactly) and another round. "The first time this happened we freaked out because we thought we somehow accidentally ordered more instead of asking for the check. We were like no no sorry and the guy was like no it's ok it's free. Turns out this is pretty common and they just give you an extra on the house. This happened to us a bunch of times and after the first time we knew what to expect." Tourists must be mindful of the new entry requirements post-Brexit as it's not just about ensuring your passport is valid for at least three months from your date of travel and issued within the past decade. Top Life
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UK Foreign Office has issued guidance to British travellers that they may need to carry additional documentation with their passport when going through border control. This includes having a valid return or onward ticket, like the return portion of a flight, and possibly evidence of accommodation, such as a hotel booking confirmation or an address if staying at a second home or with
Friends or family. Travellers can present a physical copy of their reservation or show an email confirmation on their mobile device, reports Birmingham Live . However, that's not the end of it - according to EU regulations, holidaymakers might also need to demonstrate they have sufficient funds for their entire stay. The Spanish government's website indicates that the current minimum amount required per person per day is 113.40, roughly equating to £97. Join the Daily Record
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