The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for popular holiday destinations including Spain , Greece , Turkey , and Italy . British tourists are urged to stay informed through the Foreign Office website, which provides the latest "safety and security" guidance as the peak of the summer getaway season arrives. The FCDO said there is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals.
Here's the latest advice...
Spain In Spain, the Foreign Office advises: "Be alert to the risk of street crime. Thieves use distraction techniques and often work in teams. “Make sure your accommodation has adequate security.
Keep all doors and windows locked. If you’re concerned about the security of your accommodation, speak to your travel operator or the property owner.” The Foreign Office highlighted: “‘Highway pirates’ target foreign-registered and hire cars, especially those towing caravans.
They may flag you down, claiming there is something wrong with your car or that you have damaged theirs.” It wrote: "Thieves posing as police officers may ask to see your wallet, claiming they need to see it for identification. Genuine police officers will ask to see ID but will not ask for wallets or purses.
All police officers, including those in plain clothes, carry official ID.” Turkey For those heading to Turkey, the Foreign Office advised: “Most terrorist attacks have occurred in southeast Turkey, Ankara and Istanbul. Attacks could be in.
