Safety info for Spain:
General: Felt safe with common sense.
Watch Out: Avoid residential areas at night.
Scams: Overpriced bar touts.
Stay smart, stay safe.
Spain — recent police activity
Started by PhillyFred · 4 Mar 2026 · 2217 views
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at online?
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6 Mar 2026 at 03:18
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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6 Mar 2026 at 15:24
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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7 Mar 2026 at 18:53
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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8 Mar 2026 at 03:04
This matches my experience. Spain is one of my favorites.
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8 Mar 2026 at 23:36
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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10 Mar 2026 at 16:12
This matches my experience. Spain is underrated.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at online?
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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13 Mar 2026 at 20:22
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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