See How Pickpockets Operate in Europe (5 Real Videos) One of the biggest mistakes travelers make in Europe is assuming pickpockets are easy to spot. In reality, they often look like ordinary tourists, students or even well-dressed couples. And… Johnny Jet , May 25, 2026
‘I Can’t Imagine Leaving My Child Behind’: Parents Abandon Son at Airport Over Expired Passport A shocking incident at Spain’s Barcelona–El Prat Airport has left airline staff and police stunned after parents abandon son at airport. A couple allegedly left their 10-year-old son behind… Johnny Jet , July 31, 2025
Tourists squirted with squirt guns by anti-tourist protesters in Barcelona A few weeks ago, Jaume Collboni, the mayor of Barcelona, announced that the popular tourist city will ban apartment rentals to tourists by November 2028. That’s over 10,000 apartments that… Johnny Jet , July 8, 2024
I Got Mugged in Barcelona: Here Are 12 Tips To Help You Travel Safe Editor’s Note: This article has been updated since its original publication in 2009. Here’s the back story: After hearing my friend’s horrific story about being mugged in Barcelona, I asked… Cynthia Cunniff , February 23, 2024
Trip Report: Toronto to Barcelona in Air Canada’s Premium Economy If you follow me on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) or get my free daily travel tip newsletter, then you know that my wife, kids and I just returned home… Johnny Jet , July 2, 2023
Reader Roundup: Barcelona Travel Tips I’m very fortunate to have an amazing network of well-traveled friends and readers on Facebook. When I ask them for travel advice, they never disappoint—as seen this past week when… Johnny Jet , August 17, 2018
What City Has the Worst Pickpocket Problem? Pickpockets are a threat to travelers in many places across the world. We’ve written about them in Paris, about “pickpocket-proof pants” and the jackets I wear to keep safe, but a… Johnny Jet , August 16, 2018
