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Safety Issues - Stay Safe While in Spain

Travelling in Spain is generally no more dangerous than going about your daily business at home. However, street crime is a problem in some areas and with valuables like digital cameras and passports to lose, it's a good idea to take extra precautions.

What to Do if You are Robbed in Spain?

What to do if you are robbed in Spain.

US Embassy & Consulates in Spain

The location of US embassies and consulates in Spain. Addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses for US consulates and embassies in Spain.

Embassies in Spain

Where to find the embassies in Spain. American, British, Canadian, New Zealand, Australian and South African Embassies in Spain.

Keeping Safe - General Advice for Your Trip to Spain

Sensible tips on how to to stay out of trouble while in Spain.

Tap Water in Spain: Can You Drink It and Should You Pay for It?

Advice on drinking the tap water in Spain and whether you should be charged for it in a restaurant.

Driving in Spain - Stay Safe on Spanish Roads

Spain has among the highest rates of road fatalities in Europe with holiday periods such as Semana Santa (Easter) among the worst. However, driving offers you more freedom than using public transport, so its worth considering. Follow this advice to stay safe and stay legal.

US Embassy & Consulates in Spain

Address for the US Embassy in Madrid, as well as details of American consulates around Spain.

Passports & Visas

Information on passports and visas, from the US Passport Service Guide.

Local laws, rules & regulations in Spain

A handy article on laws and regulations in Spain.

Thieves In Barcelona Spain

Barcelona is one of the Europe's most popular tourist destinations. But sadly an increasing numbers of visitors are finding out how much of an annoyance the threat of petty theft can be there. This is a guide to thieves and their techniques in Barcelona, listing the top ten ways to get robbed in Barcelona Spain. This advice is not meant to make you terrified of walking around Barcelona. The main…

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