Stay safe in Barcelona!

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A lot of tourists are heading to mainland Europe, visiting cities such as Barcelona, Rome and Paris as opposed to the previously more popular destinations on the coast. However, you must stay safe when abroad, as there are a lot of risks of going to big cities like these, namely crime. Here are some tips to help you avoid pick-pocketing in these major places:

� Wear your normal clothes, to avoid �standing out�. There are a lot of tourists that go about wearing football shirts or other branded goods � these simply identify you as an easy target.
� Keep maps and guidebooks out of sight. These again will identify you as a tourist, and if you have bought some Barcelona tickets for a football match, keep these concealed.
� Wear your bag on your front. Known as a �bum bag� in the UK or a �fanny pack� in the USA, this allows you to keep your belongings safer by having them in full sight as opposed to on your back.
� Avoid physical contact. Some people might �accidentally� bump into you whilst slipping a hand into your pocket or handbag. A lot of collisions will probably be very innocent and accidental, but be wary anyway.
� Avoid street games. Many of these will appear entertaining, but some will just be a con or set up to attract your attention whilst people eye up your belongings.
� Don�t carry all your belongings around with you at the same time. Just carry as little cash as possible, with a little more in case of emergencies. Using your credit card can be the most secure method because if you lose it then you can ring your bank and cancel it immediately.
� Avoid using public transport. When possible, book the trip with your travel operator as you will be surrounded by other tourists and also have a guaranteed way of getting to and from your destination.