There are strict rules you must follow.
Irish tourists are being warned over two easy rule breaks that could cost you hundreds of euro in Spain.
The Department of Foreign Affairs has issued advice for anyone travelling to the holiday hotspots this year to avoid unintentionally breaking the law.
The Department of Foreign affairs said: “Our travel advice helps you to make informed decisions when you’re planning a trip overseas and offers you an objective assessment of the risks you could face.
“Remember, the local laws apply to you as a visitor and it is your responsibility to follow them.
“Be sensitive to local customs, traditions and practices as your behaviour may be seen as improper, hostile or even illegal.”
They advised to be aware that consuming alcohol on some streets in Spain is illegal.
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Any alcohol must be consumed within a licensed premises otherwise you could be slapped with a €600 fine.
In an attempt to stop on excess drinking and anti social behaviour, locals in party hotspots such as Ibiza look set to limit drinks that can be bought in all inclusive resorts.
Wearing a bikini outside authorised areas could also get you in some serious trouble and land you with a €300 to €700 fine.
As for bikinis, they’re acceptable on Spanish beaches, however in Malaga and Alicante, fines for going topless or wearing a swimsuit in unauthorised places range from €300 to €750.
Men without shirts and women in bikinis can face fines up to €300 on the streets of Barcelona and Majorca. Tourists will need to cover up in certain areas to avoid being fined, so it’s a good idea to bring a cover-up to the beach.
Fines can even be issued on streets near the beach, so holidaymakers should keep their tops on until they reach the sand.
Using shampoo and conditioner to wash your hair at some communal showers at beaches could result in a fine of €750.
This is an attempt to protect marine life from harmful chemicals.
Make sure to check for signs around the showers at the beach you’re at to see if using products is permitted.
You may also be whacked with a €2,000 fine if you’re caught smoking on some beaches in Spain, particularly in Barcelona.
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The DFA has also asked tourists to exercise caution on balconies to prevent accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. “Several of these have resulted in the death or serious injury of an Irish citizen,” the DFA confirmed.
They advised: “It is important to exercise caution when using hotel and apartment balconies, particularly if you have consumed alcohol or drugs, and to avoid taking unnecessary risks.
If you suffer a balcony fall while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, your insurance company may refuse to cover any resultant costs.” To curb ‘balconing’, Spain has introduced fines of up to €60,000.
