Spain - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

The U.S. Department of State reissued its Spain travel advisory after a periodic review with minor edits, keeping the country at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to terrorism and civil unrest. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain, which may occur with little or no warning and target tourist locations, transportation centers (airports/train stations), markets and shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs and restaurants, places of worship and educational institutions, parks, and major sporting and cultural events. Demonstrations are common and may occur over political or economic issues, on politically significant holidays, and during internat…