One of the things we were warned about on this trip was to make sure we were aware of our surroundings. Pickpocketing occurs all too often and unfortunately, to the least suspecting of us. It is highly recommended that you only carry what you need to get you past the day. Don't carry extra cash or any of your important travel documents. Leave these with your hotel personnel or in your in-room safe if one is provided.
When walking down the historic streets of Barcelona, especially in the Gothic Quarter, hold your bags close to you, never leave them out of your sight and wallets out of the back pockets. The pickpockets are a smart and resourceful bunch and you have to be two steps ahead of them at all times. The lady in this picture is doing the right thing by holding her purse close to her.
Lastly, I strongly suggest not asking folks to take your picture unless it's a cheap camera you're not afraid to lose. Always have a safe strap keeping your camera very secure to your person.
My mother-in-law was almost pickpocketed one late evening on La Ramblas while we were admiring a street artist make these fantastic extra-terrestrial landscapes. Fortunately, my wife caught the guy unzipping her mother's purse and the guy took off. She lost nothing, but stupidly, my mother-in-law had too many Euro's with her and her passport. Don't fall victim to what would have been a very grave mistake!
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