Those who are on vacation in Albafeira, Portugal this summer should be familiar with the brand new code of conduct officially introduced on June 24th.
The new measures approved by the Albafeira City Council earlier this month will introduce a wide range of fines for actions primarily from local tourists, deemed inappropriate in certain public areas. Before the fine was introduced, local councils agreed to have clear signs set up throughout the town, promoted the rules and served as a warning to new visitors in the area.
Introduction of these changes is part of a much broader push to try to protect the reputation of municipalities. Not only this, it aims to maintain its appeal as one of the most visited destinations for tourists, including young British people, as well as families and young British people.
By doing this, you manage your tourist expectations and give them the opportunity to receive warnings before receiving immediate and unexpected fines. “We are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that we are pleased to announce that “People have to start thinking and behaviouring differently. Our goal is to prevent these issues and not have to act after they happen,” reported a Portuguese resident.
The doctor's document states, “It is urgent to establish measures that will enable effective response to the adoption of abusive behavior, particularly by those seeking the municipality of Albufeira as a tourist destination.
One important fine is wearing a bikini or swimsuit outside the approved area, making it a representative from between 300 and 1,500 euros. This also includes fines for drinking alcoholic beverages and urinating or defecation in public spaces.
Other fines are issued to those who discover camps in unauthorized areas, spend the night on public roads or see spitting, and the fee ranges from 150 to 750 euros. In more extreme cases, public members will be fined between 500 euros and 1,800 euros for participating in, simulating, or practicing public nudity.
Albafeira's Code of Conduct has been in the pipeline for years, but its implementation was promoted by local governments after several serious incidents of “overbehavior” last year. Rules makers are urging local businesses in the area to inform tourists and help implement these changes, particularly changes that work within the nightlife scene.
For other travel advice, tourists should follow when it comes to Portugal, so Brits should consider purchasing appropriate travel insurance, as advised on the Gov.uk website. This type of insurance should cover all aspects of your trip, including itinerary, planned activities, and costs required in emergencies.
The government also advises that you take a vacation before traveling to Portugal, as there is a major threat that will affect the interests of the UK and the British citizens worldwide. “Terrorist attacks in Portugal cannot be eliminated,” he said, advises that all visitors from the UK “should always be careful of their surroundings.”
