I'm a travel expert - you MUST stick to these rules when holidaying in Spain or risk £25k fine

Around two million Brits are expected to travel abroad over the Easter weekend.

And, for those holidaymakers planning to go to Spain, they must be careful of these seven rules or risk being slapped with a £25,000 fine.

From when to not splash around to party warnings, Dom Aldworth, Brand Marketing Coordinator at Slingo, has advised sticking to these rules if you want a hassle-free holiday...

BE RESPECTFUL

Majorca will be fining tourists who behave inappropriately or disrespectfully. This includes a zero-tolerance policy on vandalism, street drinking and fights.

Make sure to familiarise yourself with their local customs, traditions, and laws to avoid causing any trouble for others or yourself.

DON'T BE A NOISY TOURIST

Alicante has announced that they will be issuing heavy fines for noisy tourists.

These regulations are tighter versions of rules the city council implemented in March 2019 and could cost Brits over £25,000.

It's best to avoid playing loud music on the beach and talking too loudly in your accommodation.

PROOF OF ACCOMODATION

Spain has recently announced that they will be issuing fines of up to £8,000 to tourists if they don’t have proof of accommodation when travelling.

Whilst hotels are happy to provide tourists with proof, it might be trickier to gain if you're staying with a friend or family member abroad, so proof of accommodation from the police is now necessary.

It is the host’s responsibility to arrange this statement, and they must be a Spanish national, an EU citizen residing in Spain or a non-EU citizen with legal residence.

Ensuring you have proof of accommodation before travelling will save you fines and guarantee you a stress-free holiday.

CHECK IF YOU CAN GO TO THE BEACH AT NIGHT

Benidorm announced it will be charging tourists between £640 and £1,030 for stepping on the beach between the hours of midnight and 7 am.

This includes swimming in the sea or sleeping on the sand.

This rule has been introduced to reduce the risk of any swimming-related accidents when lifeguards are not available.

Spain also doesn't want to waste the resources of local emergency services, so it’s best to keep beach activities to the daytime.

BE MINDFUL OF NUDE SWIMMING, ALCOHOL AND SMOKING

Taking your clothes off on a non-nudist beach will land you a fine of £560.

But there are nudist beaches available in most Spanish holiday destinations, so if you wish to sunbathe naked, there are places you can swim free.

Drinking alcohol and smoking cigarettes on the beach in Benidorm also is strictly forbidden, with fines of £650 and £1,700, respectively.

This is due to littering issues, as well as health concerns.

ONLY USE REGISTERED TAXIS

British tourists have been warned by the UK government to only use registered taxis in Spain this summer.

Passengers caught travelling with unlicensed taxi services are liable for fines of up to £512.

This is due to transport risks, so make sure you book your taxi or airport transfer through a licensed firm.

AVOID UNLICENSED PARTIES

If you’re travelling to Majorca or Ibiza this summer, be wary of where you’re partying.

Authorities are clamping down on any unlicensed or unruly parties and will issue a fine to anyone involved and could result in a fine of over £25,000.

These parties are usually held at villas and private homes, without the safety measures of emergency exits, capacity limits, and trained security staff that licensed bars have.

Dom finishes: 'Before you pack your suitcase, it’s important to educate yourself on any travel rules, especially as new regulations are announced every year.

'This way, you can enjoy your holiday whilst staying safe and being respectful to local laws.

'By travelling with awareness of the local culture and regulations, you can contribute to a positive travel experience for yourself and others.'