Increase in burglaries of holiday accommodation in Spain

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) are warning British holiday makers to be aware of an increase in theft from holiday accommodation in Spain.

Due to an increase in the reports of burglaries in areas with holiday accommodation and residential areas in major cities, the FCO are advising British Nationals to make sure that their holiday accommodation has adequate security measures in place.

They are also advising holiday makers to keep all doors and windows locked during the night and when they are not in the property and to pay particular attention to the security of their valuable items including their passport.

It is a good idea to keep valuable items on your person when possible, or if not to lock them in a safe.

If you are concerned about the security of your holiday accommodation you should speak to your tour operator or the management/owner of the property.

In the event that you do become a victim of theft or burglary on holiday call 112 within the EU to be connected to the local emergency services.

Travel insurance cover for your personal possessions

The rise in burglaries and theft from accommodation in Spanish holiday resorts highlights the importance of having travel insurance when you go on holiday.

Travel insurance from insurewithease.com can cover your personal possessions up to £2,500 on Platinum policies with a single article limit of £500 and a valuables limit of £500.

See our Policy Summary for full details cover for personal possessions on our Silver, Gold and Platinum travel insurance policies.

In order to make a claim on your travel insurance for theft of personal possessions you will need to obtain a police report to submit along with your claim form when you return from your holiday.

More information on making a claim for personal possessions >>

If your passport is stolen you will need to apply for Emergency Travel Documentation from your nearest British Consulate Office.

More information on replacing a lost passport on holiday >>

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