With the summer season fast-approaching many will be looking forward to jetting off on holiday in the coming weeks and months.
And an always-popular destination is Spain, from the history and culture of Madrid to the picturesque beaches of the Balearic Islands. However, over the past year some regions in Spain have been putting additional regulations on foreign travellers who want to holiday in the European country.
In many cases, these rules seek to crack down on disruptive tourism that negatively impacts locals, but some have also been set in place to ensure that travellers can afford their trip without Spanish Government support.
With that in mind, the Mirror has listed some of the recently-introduced rules in order to make sure you don't get caught out while holidaying.
Passports - Spain-wide
Brits heading on Spain holidays must make sure that their passport was issued in the past 10 years at the time of entry. It must also be valid for at least three months on the date that you leave the country.
The passport must be stamped on your way in and out of the country, as a missed stamp may make it appear as if you have overstayed on your trip, which could see you banned.
Under current rules, you can stay in Europe's Schengen area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Having enough money- Spain-wide
Holidaymakers must provide proof of accommodation, evidence of a return flight or onward ticket, and at least €100 each day of their holiday - alongside an additional minimum of €900 (£766.94).
The Spanish Ministry del Interior added: "Foreigners from third countries must prove if required to do so by the officials in charge of controlling the entry of people into Spanish territory, that they have economic resources for entering the country, through cash, travellers' cheques, payment letters, or credit cards, which must also be proven to have sufficient funds available on them."
Covid rules - Spain-wide
People travelling from the UK do not need to be vaccinated if they wish to enter Spain. If you develop symptoms or test positive for Covid-19 while in Spain you do not have to self-isolate but you should inform people you have come into direct contact with of your situation.
It is also recommended that you wear a face mask, reduce social interactions, and avoid contact with people at high risk such as the elderly and pregnant people.
Illegal parties - Balearic Islands
Police in Ibiza and Majorca have been given powers to shut parties down and they are able to issue fines at the end of the night.
If a party takes place in a protected natural space or too close to homes, everyone involved in organising, marketing and advertising - as well as participants - can be fined up to £25,000, local media reports.
Smoking - various areas
A smoking ban is now being extended to all ten beaches along Barcelona's coastline.
Similarly, 28 beaches on the Balearic Islands have now banned people from smoking in a bid to improve people's health and slash littering.
Noise pollution - Alicante
Tourists face huge fines if they fall foul of the anti-nuisance laws, with fines ranging from 600 euros (£526) to 30,000 euros (£26,000).
The city council is revising rules put into place in March 2019 which will reportedly be expanded and strengthened to include noises such as the scraping of furniture on bar and restaurant terraces and music on beaches.
Restaurant no-show penalty - Majorca
In a bid to stop too many tables from remaining empty, Majorca's restaurant association, Restauración CAEB, has introduced a new policy that will see customers asked for a credit card number when reserving.
If the diners fail to turn up, they will be charged 20 percent of the average anticipated bill.
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