Spain, one of the countries most affected by the pandemic in the world with nearly 17,000 deaths.
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En Spain, a sunny destination popular with international tourists, the rules of distance between people to prevent the spread of the coronavirus will have to remain in force this summer even at the beach, warned the Spanish Minister of Tourism on Sunday.
“It is very important that the health recommendations are maintained, we will have to internalize what we are currently doing, hand washing, social distance … Even on the beaches,” said Reyes Maroto, asked about a possible limitation of access to the beaches during the summer season.
“Until we have a vaccine, nothing will be the same as before. Gatherings should be limited to maintain the safe distance, “she added, in an interview published by the daily El Pais.
The beaches are currently closed within the framework of the strict confinement imposed since March 14 in the country and which has been extended at least until April 25. Land borders have also been closed.
“The border issue will be settled according to the evolution of the health crisis. I therefore have no date “as to their reopening, said the minister.
Spain, one of the countries most affected by the pandemic in the world with nearly 17,000 deaths, is the second world tourist destination behind France and tourism weighs around 12% of its GDP. Last year, the country received around 84 million tourists, a record.
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