Quote: (08-22-2011 09:37 AM)rinestone Wrote:
Barcelona may be more helpful because of how many pickpockets there are there and how common it probably is. I' not speaking from first hand experience, only what I've been told but while a copy of a passport is not a valid ID at the embassy, it does make things a lot easier when you need to replace one that is lost/stolen.
Copying passport is the best move- then keep the thing in you room or apartment and roll with the copy only.
As I was waiting for my new passport, an Asian girl came in who had hers heisted on La Rambla.
So you may be correct in saying they are more helpful because it is so common place there.