If you need to carry prescribed medication, carry it in its original packaging and carry the prescription or any supporting documentation from your doctor. Possession of even the smallest quantity of illegal drugs can lead to arrest and detention.
Possession of larger quantities is likely to end in prosecution and imprisonment if convicted. Always protect yourself and your travel companions with and buy travel insurance. Wherever you travel check your Government rules and restrictions before you do so. Globelink International. Staying Safe Its essential to follow the rules of Spanish Customs wherever you are travelling from. Alcohol Because the UK is now outside the EU you have a reduced allowance than previously because the lower limits now apply.
To be safe you best stick to carrying no more than 1 litre of spirits 2 litres of fortified wine eg: Port 4 litres of wine including a maximum of 60 litres of sparkling wines 16 litres of beer Warning: minimum age requirement for carrying alcohol is 17yrs Travelling to Spain from the EU The good news is there are no limits on what you can buy and take with you when travelling between EU countries.
This includes tobacco and alcohol. As a guide, it's best not to carry more than: cigarettes cigarillos cigars weighing maximum 3 grams each cigars 1 kg of tobacco Warning: lower limits can be applied between certain locations for land and sea travellers, so it's best to check the particular rules that apply from your particular location to Spain.
Alcohol The same principles as above apply to alcohol. The suggested maximums are: 10 litres of spirits 20 litres of fortified wine eg: Port 90 litres of wine including a maximum of 60 litres of sparkling wines litres of beer Warning: Carrying quantities above the limits from UK or EU An important fact to remember is if the customs officer thinks that your goods are not for personal use, and you cannot demonstrate that they are not bought for sale or commercial gain, you risk paying hefty duty, or having items seized or confiscated.
You cannot carry Alcohol or Tobacco if you are under 17 years old. Prohibited Items According to the European Commission, travellers may not bring any animal food products into Spain either for their own consumption or as a gift or part of their luggage allowance including meat, meat products, milk, and dairy products.
Drugs If you need to carry prescribed medication, carry it in its original packaging and carry the prescription or any supporting documentation from your doctor. Some of us are also more inclined to take risks by trying local delicacies and eating from various food vendors.
You can prevent gastrointestinal infections when you know the risks, make safe choices, and practice good hygiene. The golden rule is: Boil it, Cook it, Peel it, or Forget it! Always exercise caution with your drinking water. In areas where hygiene and sanitation are challenging to maintain, taking precautions with drinking water is essential.
Tap water quality and access to clean drinking water varies from region to region. The safety of the drinking water at your destination depends on context-specific factors such as the local supply and distribution system as well as the monitoring and enforcement of water quality standards. For example, tap water at your destination will have no ill effect on the local population, but due to different treatment standards there may be higher concentrations or unfamiliar strains of E.
This can cause diarrhea since you do not develop immunity during short-term exposure. If you are unsure about the tap water quality at your destination, bring the water to a rolling boil. Boiling your water destroys pathogens that can cause gastrointestinal infections such as E. Let your water cool in a covered container overnight and pour it into your reusable water bottle before heading out for the day.
Water disinfection methods such as filtration, ultraviolet UV light and chemical disinfection can be used if there is no heating source to boil water. To learn about different treatment methods, see the following resource:. Bottled water is another option. However, bottles may be outdated or tampered with.
Bottled water is also a large contributor to pollution and contributes to the water crisis. If you do purchase bottled water, do so from a reputable source and check that the bottle cap is properly sealed.
Always exercise caution when eating high risk foods. The Canary Islands have the highest point in the Spanish territories. At 3, metres 12, feet high, Mount Teide is taller than any of the mountains on the mainland, including the Pyrenees. Many move there either in retirement or to set up a business focused on tourism. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The best places to live in Spain. At the moment, however, there are no direct flights from the U.
When it comes to ground transportation, all of the airports offer some combination of taxis, car rental agencies and buses. Begin typing your search term above and press enter to search.
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