Spain expert urges UK tourists to follow five 'unwritten rules' to not anger locals

An expert in Spain has warned UK tourists and holidaymakers over five unwritten rules which you desperately need to follow while in the European Union holiday hotspot. Writing for the Daily Express, Connor Wilson had a string of tips for UK expats and Brit tourists abroad.

Discussing visiting bars, Connor said: "The classic stereotype of the pink skinned larger lout ordering “Dos beers, por favor” still exists in some parts of Europe. Often, a little goes a long way and with the abundance of language apps available on the market for little to no cost, there is no excuse for not knowing simple phrases. Often, knowing simple phrases such as "hello" and "thank you" go a long way to aiding Anglo Spanish relations."

"Avoid the Starbucks, don’t shop in the Spar and walk a little further to find the local equivalent. Often, it will even be cheaper meaning a win for your pocket and a win for local businesses," he added, as he called on UK tourists to shop local instead.

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As well as the importance of supporting domestic businesses, Connor also urged Brits abroad to reduce their noise pollution. As well as keeping noise levels to a minimum so as not to disrupt the atmosphere in the holiday hotspots, Connor warned to think about the environment as well.

He explained: "Spain, like the rest of Europe and many countries across the world is in the midst of record temperatures and drought. If you can avoid contributing to problems that are only going to get worse in the coming years, then do so.

"A little can often go a long way. One of the anti-tourist campaigner’s biggest gripes is the noise caused by tourists in largely residential areas, used by visitors more thanks to the rise of sites such as Airbnb.

"There is very rarely a need to sing in the streets in the middle of the night, regardless of what country you’re in. Consider your volume and impact on locals and if you wouldn’t do it at home, don’t do it aborad." In a fifth and final warning, he also urged Brits to "dress appropriately".