7 Biggest Tourist Scams in Spain

[@Alessafresa]

I grew up in Spain and did nursing school there. I just wanted to point out what was mentioned in the video: some beggers have very obvious medical conditions, weird body shapes, etc. But Spain has a really good social and health care system. So most of the times they decide to NOT get treatment in order to get more money from tourists. The rest of the recommendations are also quite true :) but Spain is an amazing country otherwise, specially for tourists 🩷☀️

[@mrn13]

the beggars with obvious medical conditions, are for the most part from Romania and/or Bulgaria and are part of organised crime. Very many of these conditions are totally fake and there are plenty of vids to be found on how they perform their "act". It also needs to be clarified that Romania & Bulgaria have free healthcare.

[@subparnaturedocumentary]

this is a good visual tip!

[@DrVVVinK]

It's the same everywhere. Even in The States, which sadly does not have socialize medicine, the cities where the beggars tend to be are liberal cities that tend to offer Social Services for them including job training, temporary housing, food, and even some medical. However, they tend to refuse treatment. Some of it is because they have mental disabilities where they don't trust the government, etc, or like how you said, they know they'll make more money off of tourists.

[@andreasiven21]

@@DrVVVinK so it is a mental disabilitiy these days if u dont trust the government? :D this sounds so weird to me im sorry :D

[@hoosomio]

Prefieren pedir a trabajar y eso q reciben una paga del gobierno .

[@tatianadiaz1774]

I have one. When in the Costa Blanca area, specifically on the Levante beach Benidorm (or anywhere else you see them), if you’re lounging on the beach, NEVER EVER EVER, buy a cocktail or drink from the guys walking around selling them. Not only are they NOT affiliated with any of the restaurants along the beach, but they prepare those drinks in the back alley, sometimes in a dirty van so they’re not seen. They give you the worst and cheapest alcohol, prepared in horribly filthy conditions with zero regard for hygiene. Avoid them at all costs.

[@PaintrainX]

Indeed. And it might be an opportunity to steal your stuff. Avoid beach vendors at all costs.

[@johnpeene7849]

I live already 33 years in Spain and that is true.

[@davidk3729]

Recent deaths in Far East. Cocktails sold on beach from open containers. Antifreeze is quite sweet but deadly

[@Maria-rv8wb]

Had a “tourist” couple approach us in Nice, said they were just robbed and needed money. We told them to go to the police. They didn’t like that.

[@seamussc]

10:29 Even in my hometown in South Carolina (a regional vacation spot), you have to dodge timeshare salesman in the summer tourist season. Truly an international experience!

[@paulwilcox5011]

Another very useful video blog for those less familiar with Spain. I’ve lived in Spain for 25+ years so would add a couple of minor points: Re ordering food. Yes, tapas is ideal for a light meal for one person, or ordering a couple or more tapas makes a meal for one more varied. And yes, ordering “una ración” of the same maybe far too much food & of course more expensive. However, there’s often the option of a happy medium of “una media ración” - half portion. Just ask the waiter. There’s usually portion sizes to suit everyone. Re the scams involving people claiming they need money to “get back to…” usually because of some concocted emergency, don’t be fooled! As you say, they are very convincing, smartly dressed, & well-versed. But they can also be found in airports, usually in the car parks next to the terminals. I’ve had them approach me at Malaga airport, always well presented. I politely told them I had no cash on me & walked on despite their pleading & sob story, but I can well believe others being taken in. Hope this helps!

[@TerenceJeal]

I'm a Brit living in Spain and I have to say that living here is far safer than living in a UK city. I have never been scammed by a Spaniard - to the contrary, most places go out of their way to make you feel welcome because they want your business. Pick-pockets and bag snatchers tend to be foreigners - immigrants from countries that have a Europe-wide reputation for dishonesty. Spaniards hate them, too! In the tourist areas, Restaurants and shops make their living from visitors to their country, so why on earth would they steal from the tourists who visit their businesses? Of course, sometimes Spaniards can appear to be a bit grumpy when presented with yet another entitled tourist who barks orders at staff in a foreign language and hasn't politely said "Buenos días, or Por Favor". But if you have taken the trouble to learn even 20 words of Spanish before coming here, accompanied by a smile and some good manners, it will go a long way towards getting you good service. Then, just like in any European tourist hotspot, go easy on the alcohol, keep your wits about you and your valuables out of sight, and you'll have a great time in this wonderful country.

[@bdtyui3]

The thing I noticed in Seville was the touristy places always charged for the bread even if you didn't touch it, but instantly dropped it off the bill when you queried it.

[@RoutierNordAmericain]

This is more of a tip for USA travelers: Don't go into a regular restaurant in Spain thinking about asking for "Tortilla Chips & Salsa". Just because Spain & Mexico share the same language, that does not mean that they share the same culture. Look for a Mexican restaurant; there may be a couple in Barcelona or Madrid. I actually overheard an American tourist, at a neighbouring table, asked a waiter this at a Barcelona restaurant.

[@FrontLineNoose]

Ahahah that's hilarious!

[@iansimpkins2570]

I wouldn't call most of this a scam, it's called not being oblivious and paying attention. Agree that your tip regarding ATMs is a good one and don't ever give anyone cash - ever.

[@sarah-phillips]

Scams are different everywhere and it's so great to know what's the scam of the day where you are to be smart and safe.

[@jorgehall8959]

I´ve been watching your videos for years despite not really traveling to those places but Im getting ready to go to Spain so yeayyyyyyyyy , your video is right on time!

[@Davidman3976]

Use your common sense and there won't be a problem. Spain is extremely safe. The turistic areas in Barcelona... no so much.

[@johnpeene7849]

Jamón Serrano per grams or a plate/ ración or tapa / is not a scam. It is the way things work in Spain for everybody. You have to read very good the menu which you can almost find everywhere in English and other languages as well. And if you have some doubts, ask the waiters. They are very helpful.

[@blotski]

I was sitting at a table outside a bar in Alicante a few years ago and a guy wearing a business suit came up to me and asked me where the beach was. A few things I thought were odd. One, why is he going to the beach in his suit? Two, he can't have been looking for the beach for long as it's just round the corner and there are signs everywhere. Also he said ¿Dónde es la playa? which is incorrect. It should be ¿Dónde está la playa? So I knew he wasn't Spanish. Anyway, I told him, he said thank you and left. A few minutes later my wife realised her bag was gone. It had been the old distraction trick. He distracted us whilst his accomplice sneaked up behind and took her bag. I have to say that in decades of going to Spain I've only had that and one other incident so it's not so bad really.

[@Ibraheemmalik-kj1do]

Very amazing vlog 😊😊

[@flower-ss2jt]

The weather warning is so true - take layers (I even include a thermal vest) and a pak a mac (they are now fairly stylish brands - not the old hoodie type pak a mac). My best keep warm item is pashmina - put it round my neck or body and feel warm instantly.

[@meissoun]

We saw the "here's a gift for you" scam in several different Spanish cities and I also had to save my goodhearted boyfriend from one on our first day in Malaga. As for the "wrong clothes" thing: I see it all the time here in my hometown (Zurich, Switzerland). People who walk around in shorts when everybody else is wearing coats and long pants. It screams "I'm a tourist" from miles away.

[@livinglifetothefullest22]

Let everyone dress like they want! We are all unique! I have trained my body not to be cold, so l will dress summerful where you where your skipants! Who cares?? All that matters is that you be happy with who you are! And not what others find you should wear...say... be...!

[@tedsteiner]

​@@livinglifetothefullest22that doesn't change the fact that you look like a tourist.

[@alexcerny5881]

Don’t give to beggars anywhere in the world

[@mlvcbmp]

The free bracelet/flower thing happened to me in Washington DC years ago. I was so mad lol I didn't give her any money but it caught me off guard. Coming from Latin America I used to have the feeling that I can figure out all of the scams and outsmart scammers/pickpockets, but apparently people get creative in other countries too. 😅

[@amberalihamdani3278]

Informative 👍

[@IamVel]

My friend hid in his pockets some fake money. After a day in Barcelona 5 of 7 pockets were empty and he did not even feel how it got emptied.

[@mariallopis8014]

I have to say many of these thieves are not local, there's not much control about what type of people are entering Spain and how many bad illegals are around, so sad.

[@osasunaitor]

Bro I lived in Barcelona for 5 years and never got robbed. You must have attended the worst tourist hotspots and traps

[@IamVel]

@@osasunaitor haha, maybe! I think they see who is tourist and who is not and leave the locals in peace.

[@osasunaitor]

@@IamVel probably... It's still embarrassing that so much crime goes unpunished, tourists don't deserve to go through this shit

[@michaeldunham3385]

​@@osasunaitorbro??

[@ChubbyChecker182]

I spent 3 days in Barcelona about 10 years ago, and nearly got pickpocketed every day... I spent the last half my last day on the Tourist Bus to keep safe, couldnt wait to leave. I was respectful, etc, but as a single guy, and clearly not a resident (reddish hair, Irish looks) i guess i really stood out Beautiful Place, terrible safety wise for solo tourists.

[@Davidman3976]

It is probably twenty times worse now thanks to the (illegal) inmigration from the north of Africa.

[@marisamar3247]

hahahahahaa by the fourth day you should have a fake wallet ready to be stolen, as a decoy for your real wallet! Sorry about your experience, at least you have a funny story to share. It is probably much worse these days, 10 years after. Cheers from Spain!

[@Osutip]

Most pickpockets in Spain are foreign, and they target Spaniards as well as people from other countries equally making no distinctions whatsoever. Remember, no matter how many foreign tourists there may be, internal tourism from Spaniards traveling to other parts of Spain is as important economically as the one by foreign tourists. The Spaniards you see in tourist areas are most often tourists too (from other parts of Spain), and they are equally targeted by pickpockets.

[@vashonm]

Everyone on Facebook need to see your videos! Because boy I tell you I have never seen some of the most uninformed people in my life in those travel group pages lol

[@langh714]

All good advice 👍. Just stay aware, but this probably applies to everywhere you go in the world these days. Keep you eyes on your phone, wallet, watch, jewellery if in busy places or if anyone unknown approaches you and gets rather too close for comfort. If you are driving on the motorways, one scam is that you may see a breakdown (car with a flat-tyre for example, or the bonnet open) and the good-samaritan in you makes you feel you should stop & help. * If you step out of the car and go and see if you can help, another person may try to get into your car and steal any valuables they can easily grab, then jump into the "broken-down" car and speed away. * A variation is that a car may drive alongside you on the motorway and indicate your car has a problem at the rear of the car. When you stop, the passenger of the car may leap out and run to the back of your car, giving you the feeling there is something wrong. When you get out, their accomplice helps themselves to any valuables they can quickly grab. They both then very quickly jump back into their car and drive away. To stop you from quickly following, they may try to dislodge your wing mirrors. Just watch out. It is a shame, but your first reaction often needs to be "be aware" rather than "can I help". But these things can happen anywhere in the world. Spain is a wonderful country as are the people. Don't let a minority of scammers (more often than not, not Spaniards) spoil your experience - just keep alert and stay safe.

[@foxusmusicus2929]

Regarding petitions: usually the belief here is that they want your address and send then some other members to your home. As they are europe wide organized it doesnt matter whether it is in a different country. Quite popular in Berlin by Sinti and Roma

[@irshadbibi1515]

Wonderful 💯

[@johnshort5830]

Mark, as someone who has enjoyed consuming travel and nature docs my entire life, I bestow upon you the honored position of Modern Rick Steves and heir apparent of Rudy Maxa. You get it, and i always enjoy your videos. Thank you.

[@KoRnBaKo]

Great video, Mark. I'm off to Madrid in July for 3 nights (going to see Metallica twice hehe) and I will definitely be keeping these tips in mind. Muchas gracias from Dublin! ;D

[@tobiojo6469]

Hey Mark, great video and very important tips

[@UsmanJutt-w2f]

Nice ❤

[@IshmalFatima-v2b]

Beautiful

[@randallgvideos]

You're right about sangria - worst hangover I ever had. And that was in Vancouver.

[@AtifKhan-fw5jd]

Nice 👍

[@FewTechOfficial]

Great 👍

[@balsera04]

Whenever I travel, I leave most of my stuff at the hotel and I take just my credit card, I.D, medical card some extra money and my cell phone, in a small fanny pack. That’s the way to avoid troubles and to keep your things under control. And also beware if you leave your cell phone at a bar or restaurant table, specially in the terrazas…it can go with the wind. About accommodation scams, that’s a huge issue for locals too, they’re pushing people out of their places. I read a while ago that a fortnight in Rías Baixas (in Galicia) would be around 1.900 euros.

[@IhtishamNawaz-o1t]

Osm❤

[@muhammadrazzaq3086]

Wow wonderful

[@fuoridalsentiero]

This video was really useful and interesting! Thank you friend for sharing such valuable information.We’ve subscribed to the channel to stay updated on more helpful content like this. Great job and keep it up! 👍💛

[@lnr33]

Be careful with pickpockets in the undergrounds of largest cities, such as Madrid or Barcelona. Do never leave bags on the floor unatended or don't wear your wallets in the back side of your jeans/trousers.

[@TahiraSaleem-g1c]

Perfect

[@MisbahHassan-uv8ez]

Nice

The fake bags on the floor sold everywhere (not only Spain) is not a scam. If you believe a you are buying a Louis Vuitton for €30, you deserve to be scammed

[@tayyabakamranwasimiqbal9176]

Amazing

[@adnankhalid316]

Lovely

[@nomigondal3590]

Amazing 😍

[@oilers48]

Still waiting for the friendliest countries video 🙌🏻

[@afhyoutube]

Guard your phone with everything you have in Barcelona.

[@elnaferreira8418]

And be careful of the taxis.....

[@franciscopineda2594]

I'm a Spanish man who has travelled the world. I have only been mugged in Spain

[@paradoxparade1]

And don't take it out needlessly. I've seen so many tourists near La Rambla literally just holding their phones in their hands while walking around and looking at the architecture. If you're not using your phone, put it in your bag. Also, there's no need to take a thousand pictures. Just enjoy the experience without your phone.

[@franciscopineda2594]

@@jdm9251 Sir I have been living in the UK for last 30 years

[@franciscopineda2594]

@@jdm9251 In 30 years in the UK I have never been mugged but last two times I went to Spain I had my phone stolen. Your comment is just silly. In the same way British people move to other countries Spanish people do the same. Next!

[@AfzalAzam-f1x]

Good

[@rossbyrnes1597]

8:20 what and where is this place?

[@MC-jw7ny]

thx for this xcellent video. For ITALY-travelers: All the scams - except food - also apply to all the main cities in Italy

[@daphnelovesL]

Jamie Amsterdam at pickpockets is great

[@observer8736]

We traveled the whole Western countries and spent time mostly in Spain and Italy. We ran into a gas station scam in Malaga off the highway. My husband paid for a full tank and when I started the car, it was less than half. The Good thing is that we noticed that right away and he went back to mention it. The person at the register apologized and filled our gas tank full.

[@Davidman3976]

First time I hear this. Weird. As a spaniard, they would trick me too. You can't be on guard when you don't think you need to.

[@ramayibareh]

As a local from Barcelona, I must stress the ATM scam. Also, do not use ATM's that are not from a bank -that is to say, that are not literally stuck by the door of Santander, Sabadell Bank, whatever. In the town centre there's lots of ATM's randomly in shops, in the street, etc. and the comissions are huge. That's a legal scam but a scam nonetheless

[@cristiancluj2023]

I need a place to stay in Barcelone for 7days in December ,can you recomand something please

[@gingerfelice5830]

We're going to Spain in TWO DAYS! I have a question: if we are four adults traveling together, isn't it best to order "raciones"? Thank you in advance!

[@NoeliaRuiz-ls8yw]

Hola I'm spanish, from Cadiz, and if u are a group of 4, probably better to eat raciones...hope u have a good time and enjoy Spain 🇪🇸

[@pntbreaks6382]

Even on Airbnb I got scammed. Romania. The host accused me of damaging her TV. She sent a fake photo and Airbnb believed her. Another attempt by a host in Portugal - that one they didn’t get away with. But in Romania I was out $600. Don’t think Airbnb knows what they’re doing.

[@alirazamalik459]

Oh no amazing

[@iqrafatima4739]

Love ❤

[@carlosm-kitchen]

Agreed! Most of those tips seem to be for Americans that live in the suburbs. 😂 I live in a decent size city and when my friends that live in the suburbs of smaller cities come to visit, I have to go over things like, no don't talk to that person, let's move on. Don't give money to that person for public transportation, etc... Just y'day I saw an unhoused woman who is always begging on the streets eating at an Indian restaurant I cannot afford. 🤣🤣 She was in the restaurant's patio, with her table full of different dishes, and she can eat.

[@aestheticvibes1517]

nice

[@Nami66148]

Can anyone recommend a hotel close to Center of Madrid but less expensive

[@JPM160658]

The real thing about the jamin iberico is, is that er is so many qualties of this ham. 50 grams may cost €3 or €50. And to the untrained eye it all the Iberico hams looks the same.

[@Entername-md1ev]

I was just in Spain for a week and a half and honestly I felt very safe the whole time I was there. There’s definitely some beggars but that’s in every big city so I’m used to just ignoring them and I wore a crossbody bag the whole time to ensure all my valuables were in front of me and kept nothing of value in my pockets. Good call out on not eating at places on la rambla or plaza mayor, those are definitely tourist traps. Wouldn’t call tapa/racione a scam though…it’s basically the same as restaurants having dishes that come in different sizes (small/medium/large) like you have in USA/UK/Canada

[@Toobaurooj-u6h]

Nice tourist couple

[@ebermtheburn]

Mistake I made for Andalusia in March: not bringing shorts. Andalusia can have summer weather in March. You need to have shorts just in case it happens so you don't sweat in your jeans.

[@franciscopineda2594]

Do you know you can buy a pair of shorts in the € 1 shop? That's what I did last time I went to Spain

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

We can also have snow in March too. This March was cold wet windy and also had a big snow dump here in the Sierra Nevada. Pack for all types of weather. Except maybe July and August. Today is June 11th and here in the mountains it's 17⁰c, cloudy and starting to rain.

[@Sam-Public-UK]

I'd always say NO to random people trying to get me involved in something that looks sketchy. Being like someone making a new friend out of nowhere, or giving a gift etc. I feel theyre boundaries that I would impose to prevent myself becoming a hapless victim while still enjoying the beauty of these places

[@IrshadJani-m6e]

goood condition❤

[@Commendatorilikeacommader]

In barcelona at the moment! Are you coming here anyday soon?

[@HR-wd6cw]

What I've done (even when traveling domestically in the US) is to ask how much you get of something if it's not clear. If there's a picture then that's different but if you're not sure, don't be afraid to ask. I think that many people are afraid to ask for some reason, maybe out of fear of offending the server or something but I've had no issues with it. Sometimes they'll point to the menu because I've missed something, but if you're not sure, ask. I mean if it is a small portion and it's expensive, obviously don't make a big deal about it and either order it or don't. But failing to ask may lead to some surprises -- sometimes good, sometimes bad. For example when I was in Las Vegas I ordered some tacos from a up-scale premium restaurant in one of the casinos and found out the tacos were small like 6 inch tacos and you got three of them about $20. I didn't ask. Similar story, although worked out in my favor, was in Portugal I had ordered some curry, and thinking it was a serving for a large dinner for $20, I ordered it, although it was actaully enough for about 3-4 people, but I didn't ask because it looked like it was just a plate ful, and it was, but there was way more in the bag than for just one plate (tha worked out in my favor as I ate that for dinner for about 3 nights so I got my money's worth out of that one, but not the tacos; I actually ordered another appetizer so basically I ended up spending about $40 at that restaurant and got about as much food as you'd get a Denny's for about 3x the price).

[@mmadmic]

When on vacations, anywhere, I never reply to stranger asking for something, by something I mean everything, money, petition, direction, ... and on top of that all those saying "you win this or that, please follow me", I'm just not interested.

[@shozabmirza5054]

Uncle❤❤❤

[@sydkotar]

I also want to add that today the pickpockets in Barcelona do venture outside of the center. Basically anyone is a target late at night/during the fiesta. It's always good anywhere in the world to be conscious. There are tons of recent stories of locals being robbed or other Spaniards, not just tourists although tourists are an easier target. It's about the phones

[@inquisitive99]

Hi..we are going to barcelona, seville, madrid, day trip to cordoba n granada mid june. Does it get chilly or windy at night or evening? Do we need jacket?

[@bungaIowbill]

Most likely it will just be very warm, but doesn't hurt to bring something. Can be around 20 C some late nights/early mornings

[@MariaJ-López]

Hace calor. Soy de Málaga. Pero trae alguna chaqueta para la noche... Hace días que llevamos ropa completamente de verano, y las playas llenas de gente. Feliz estancia en España 😊

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

Unlikely Perhaps up north but I'm just outside Granada and our night time temperature at the moment ( June 11th ) are around 18⁰c. I would however still bring a coat of some kind as you can never tell what the weather will do, although let's be honest, our summer is pretty predictable to be fair. Today though for example is 17⁰c at 14:00 and cloudy here in the Sierra Nevada and looking like it could rain. So yeah bring a coat incase. Also I suppose it depends where you are travelling from. If you're coming from Saudi Arabia then you'll probably find it cold hey 😂

[@havoc23]

Well, we let our guard down on top of Montjuic in Barcelona and a guy on an E-Scooter ripped my wife's phone out of her hand and dashed away down the road. Luckily we had apple care but this was a major inconvenience and the police was utterly useless. We could even locate the phone in a building in Hospital de Llobregat, but they said there are several parties living at this address and it's impossible to get a warrant.

[@lauramartin-bk9nr]

Ilegal immigrant on a E- Scooter. Many criminals from other nations have come to Spain in the past 20 y to make an easy living due to the soft crime laws. The police truly can not do anything because the liberal legal system favourr thiefs and criminals.

[@anonimofied]

The best part is some police understand what you're saying but pretent to only speaks spanish

[@havoc23]

@@anonimofied this one was super motivated. He even promised that they'll catch the thief 😂

[@johnpeene7849]

If you ask a glass of wine, make sure the waiter fills your glass in front of you and that the waiter doesn´t bring your glass without seeing the bottle of wine. A Rioja wine is more expensive than other wines. Make sure you get the wine you ordened. And not a wine of a worse quality if you ordened a Rioja wine for example.

[@carlosm-kitchen]

For those who don't understand the concept of a Tapa versus a Ración. A Tapa is a taste of something, it's small , it's a bite or two. A Ración is a portion for 1 person, but European style portion. It is not going to be Italian American or Cuban style portions. Remember that the way they eat is , appetizer, first dish, second dish, and desert. Each one of those is small so you can have a full lunch or dinner. Unless you eat paella, many times they don't mix the carbs with the protein in the same plate. They are eaten separately.

[@shannonpierre8714]

Uh where? Italy? Because I live in Spain and there's no first dish, second dish, no carbs and protein mixed.

[@drilltowera]

Nice tips, when in Spain, wear a Spanish Shirt 😂

[@90293Mike]

I had my phone stolen in Chile a couple years ago so now I treat it like it's a stack of $100 bills. Many years ago I fell victim to the Bird Poop scam in Ronda, and I lost about 150 Euros, stupid me. And the scam you mentioned about the weight of the food in grams reminds me of the Tea House scam in China where the tea is priced PER GRAM.and the bill is $500 per cup. (Don't worry I didn't fall for that one.)

[@Spain-t5x]

Spain❤

[@travelvideos]

Are you still using cash ? Most of those troubles go away when you use cards. Last 3-4 years of travel and I have not used cash.

[@daphnelovesL]

Arc de Triomf at 7:04 is in France (Paris) not in Spain

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

Arc de Triomf Ciutat Vella, 08018 Barcelona

[@wendymeulemans708]

Well, I guess I must be the 99% because I just spent three weeks in Spain and none of this happened

[@FrontLineNoose]

Dealing with pocket pickers is quite easy. Have a cheap chinese wallet with a paper inside saying: "hello, i'm a cop and i'm watching you as you read this". Obviously, keep your real wallet in somewhere out of their hands reach. You can always put a gps locating device inside the fake wallet, and when it gets stolen, go the cops and show them the map.

[@mralexsambo]

Don't buy cocktails drink at the beach in Barcelona from the man who pass buy with a bag of them, you don't know how they make them. But is ok to get a can of beer as long they are sealed

[@albertomartin7576]

La flor gratis que después te pide dinero suele ser un negocio de una etnia concreta que no se puede nombrar, son fáciles de identificar, otra carga que tenemos que soportsr los españoles.

[@Michael-r2c8k]

When on holiday put your passport, extra money etc in the hotel safe just take out what you think you will need and don't wear gold or a expensive watch

[@multiyapples]

I loved Spain when I visited minus the food poisoning for most of the treat.

[@edrod7019]

Got pickpocketed my first day in Madrid just crossing gran via to get a coffee. Lost all documents and 500 euros. Survived the rest of the trip paying with my phone and electronic digital driving license. We learned next time i will keep everything under zipper pockets.

[@charliethechaste]

I got really sunburned in Barcelona once. Respect the sun. Big scam.

[@shanethrelfall416]

All wine (mostly) is cheap It’s just taxed to high heaven

[@Philippe.C.A-R]

Too bad if they are charged by the weight for ham! Here We have Chinese tourists from mainland at Wholefoods thinking the $9.99 buffet is for a plate: they literally pile up the food on their plate ( a far lot that they could ever eat), and end up having to pay about $80 …. lol! But they make up for it when they basically fill up their grocery bags with condiments and plastic forks …. Because it free!

[@walkwithwan]

I love Spain too now i learned this language all days

[@SuperSlimshady1]

9:13 so the criminals can jus do what they want?! Why don't the cops do anything about them?

[@TravelonlineWalk]

We are very safe in Altea

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

Yep Barcelona is definitely known for pickpockets.

[@Bartrum]

I've spent quite a bit of time in Spain and have lived in Sevilla the last 2 years and there is not the same level of pickpocketing in Sevilla as there is in Barcelona. I've never had attempts in Sevilla but have had several in Barcelona. Be careful at ATM's, one time I had a kid put up a blank sheet of paper on my screen while I was trying to retrieve cash, fortunately he wasn't good at it and he got nothing. Another time near the Sagrada Familia there was a couple that were working together, one young woman stopped me to ask where McDonalds and I noticed out of the corner of my eye that behind me there was this guy who was reaching for my backpack. They ran off when they realized that I was on to them. So, definitely be aware of distractions. As far as tapas/raciones, that's not a scam, they dont do that to trick you or anything, the pricing is clear. It's your fault if you don't understand how it works. I think this video needs to be split in two, one for true scams and one for things that aren't necessarily scams but things to be aware of.

[@Innocent3882]

Spain

[@wncjan]

Don't bring anything worth stealing. Or keep it in trouser pockets.

[@Lewis_Standing]

You know what pickpocket means right?

[@wncjan]

@@Lewis_Standing Right. Thats whyI keep my wallet in my trouser pocket, and always has my hand in the pocket as well holding on to the wallet

[@wncjan]

@DennisBonich I know and I have one of these but I hate to fumble under my clothes when I have to pay for things. Much easier just to pull my wallet from my pocket, pay and put it back to the pocket.

[@nanemoon9968]

A friend of mine drove her rental car on a motorway. Up comes a car driving side by side and the guy in that car starts frantically pointing at her rear tire. She decides to check at the next rest place, which was coming up really soon. (Other car drives on). She parks and gets out of the car. A good looking man comes an asks in English if she needs help. She is relieved, he beginns the check both rear tires, asks her to hold a little lamp so he can see better from under the car. He is doing the usual conversation stuff, after some minutes he says, he doesnt think there is anything wrong, but she should maybe check at a service station when she is at her destinationm just to be sure. She continues her journey, only later she sees, her purse is gone with passport, cards, everything. The purse had been on the copilot seat The whole show was a distraction, both men operating together. I would have fallen for that.

[@Tramptraveller]

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[@coolalvin2]

Bread on the table isnt free in Europe.

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

It is. Here in Andalucia it is still law that tapas ( quite often served with bread ) comes free with particular drinks. Sure it is calculated into profit margins, but should you ask for a drink sin tapas, you will still pay the same price for the drink.

[@albertomartin7576]

Por desgracia los españoles tenemos que soportar estas cargas no deseadas. Los carteristas son extranjeros no españoles. Los que venden ilegalmente también suelen ser extranjeros.

[@langh714]

Yes, I agree. Not necessarily 100%, but we've spent a lot of time in Spain and have never met anyone who we recognise as being Spanish who has been anything other than enormously friendly and helpful. It is a shame these sort of scams can tarnish a country, but they happen nearly everywhere in the world. Spain is on the whole a wonderful country (every country has it's plus & minus points, Spain is no different) and the Spanish people are amongst the most frienfdly, helpful, relaxed people you will ever meet.