Spain remains an incredibly popular destination for tourists, attracting visitors not just from Britain but from around the globe. Yet, like many countries, there's a stark contrast between the spots cherished by locals and those swamped by tourists.

西班牙仍是备受游客青睐的热门旅游目的地，不仅吸引着来自英国的游客，还吸引着世界各地的游客。 然而，和许多国家一样，当地人珍视的景点与游客蜂拥而至的景点之间存在着鲜明对比。



Tourist traps exist everywhere, but avoiding them requires insider expertise. From Barcelona to Madrid, countless traps can leave holidaymakers feeling frazzled, out of pocket, and as if they've missed the authentic essence of the country.

旅游陷阱无处不在，但要想避开它们，就需要有内行人的经验。 从巴塞罗那到马德里，无数的陷阱会让度假者感到疲惫不堪、钱包受损， 仿佛错过了这个国家真正的精髓。

Fortunately, James Smith, founder of Learn Spanish with James, has revealed his insights on the worst tourist traps - and the alternatives worth visiting, reports the Express.

幸运的是，《和詹姆斯一起学西班牙语》的创始人詹姆斯·史密斯向《快报》透露了他对最糟糕旅游陷阱的看法， 以及值得一游的替代景点。

Top of his list is Barcelona's most renowned thoroughfare: La Rambla. Drawing millions annually, this formerly lively street has become saturated with extortionate restaurants, tourist tat shops and pickpockets.

他列出的首要陷阱是巴塞罗那最著名的街道：兰布拉大道。 这条街道每年吸引数百万游客，如今却充斥着价格昂贵的餐厅、销售劣质旅游纪念品的商店以及扒手。

James said: "La Rambla has become a victim of its own fame."

詹姆斯说：“兰布拉大道已经成了自己名声的受害者。”

"It's so focused on tourists that it's lost any authentic Barcelona character."

“它过于关注游客，以至于失去了任何真正的巴塞罗那特色。”

Instead, he suggests visitors explore El Born or Gràcia.

相反，他建议游客去探索波恩区或格拉西亚区。

He said: "These neighbourhoods pulse with genuine Barcelona energy. You'll find independent cafés where locals actually drink their morning cortados, artisan shops selling handmade goods, and restaurants where the menu is in Catalan first.

他说：“这些街区充满了真正的巴塞罗那活力。 你可以找到当地人早上喝浓缩咖啡的独立咖啡馆、出售手工艺品的工匠店， 以及菜单上首先用加泰罗尼亚语书写的餐厅。”

"The architecture is just as stunning, but you'll actually have space to appreciate it."

“这里的建筑同样令人惊叹，但你有足够的空间去欣赏。”

In Madrid, hordes of tourists descend upon Puerta del Sol to snap selfies with the iconic bear statue, but they must also navigate through throngs of people, pushy street sellers and generic high street shops.

在马德里，成群结队的游客涌向太阳门广场，与标志性的熊雕像自拍， 但他们还必须穿过拥挤的人群、咄咄逼人的街头小贩和千篇一律的商业街店铺。

James explained there's nothing in this corner of Madrid that you couldn't find in any other major European capital.

詹姆斯解释说，马德里的这个角落没有什么在其他欧洲主要城市找不到的东西。

For a truly genuine experience, head to La Latina instead, where winding cobblestone lanes lead past local taverns and authentic markets where you can purchase genuine Spanish artwork and jewellery.

要想获得真正地道的体验，不妨前往拉拉丁区， 那里蜿蜒的石板路两旁是当地酒馆和正宗市场，你可以在那里购买到真正的西班牙艺术品和珠宝。

Rising early also gives you more opportunities to discover the city. James said: "For a genuine Madrid atmosphere, visit Plaza Mayor early in the morning before the tour groups arrive, when market vendors are setting up and locals are having breakfast."

早起也能让你有更多机会探索这座城市。 詹姆斯说：“要想感受真正的马德里氛围，不妨在旅游团到来之前，一大早去马约尔广场， 那时市场摊贩正在摆摊，当地人正在享用早餐。”

His third tourist trap warning is also for Barcelona - the renowned Park Güell. While undeniably beautiful and fantastical, it now operates on restricted entry.

他提醒的第三个旅游陷阱也与巴塞罗那有关——著名的古埃尔公园。 虽然这里无疑美丽而奇幻，但现在实行限流进入。

Visitors must purchase timed tickets, and that allocated slot will likely be spent navigating around other sightseers just to catch a glimpse of the celebrated mosaic benches.

游客必须购买定时门票， 而且很可能在分配的时间段里，你只能穿梭在其他游客之间，才能一睹著名的马赛克长椅的风采。

He said: "Park Guell has become so controlled and commercialised that it's lost the spontaneous joy that Gaudí probably intended."

他说：“古埃尔公园已经变得商业化，以至于失去了高迪原本可能想要的那种自发的乐趣。”

As an alternative, try making your way up to Bunkers del Carmel for breathtaking panoramas across the city.

作为替代，不妨前往卡梅尔碉堡，那里可以欣赏到令人叹为观止的全景。

This former anti-aircraft installation provides 360-degree vistas of the entire metropolis, from the coastline to the mountain ranges.

这个前防空设施提供了360度全景视野，从海岸线到山脉，整个大都市尽收眼底。

Entry is completely free, available around the clock, and it's a favourite spot among locals who congregate here at sunset with wine and pleasant conversation.

这里全天免费开放， 是当地人最喜欢的日落时分带着葡萄酒和愉快交谈聚集的地方。

Benidorm and Ibiza remain firm favourites with British holidaymakers. Yet both destinations can feel overwhelmed by overpriced tourist traps.

贝尼多姆和伊比萨岛仍是英国度假者的热门选择。 然而，这两个目的地都充斥着价格过高的旅游陷阱。

Travel expert James revealed that when it comes to Ibiza, there's far more on offer than simply clubbing. He explained: "The party scene has its place, but it's not representative of what makes Ibiza special."

旅游专家詹姆斯透露，就伊比萨岛而言，它提供的远不止是夜店。 他解释说：“夜店场景有其存在的意义，但它并不能代表伊比萨岛的特别之处。”

His advice?

他的建议是什么？

Take a ferry across to Formentera, or venture to the northern reaches of Ibiza around San Juan and Portinatx. Here you'll discover secluded coves, charming whitewashed villages and a flourishing bohemian scene.

乘渡轮前往福门特拉岛，或者前往伊比萨岛北部的圣胡安和波蒂纳克斯。 在这里，你会发现隐蔽的海湾、迷人的白色村庄和蓬勃发展的波西米亚风情。

Regarding Benidorm, if you're after something genuine, it's best to give it a miss. James said: "Benidorm serves a purpose for certain travellers, but if you're looking for Spanish culture or authentic coastal life, you won't find it here."

至于贝尼多姆，如果你想要真正的体验，最好还是避开它。 詹姆斯说：“贝尼多姆对某些旅行者来说有其用途，但如果你想要寻找西班牙文化或真正的海岸生活， 你在这里找不到。”

His recommendation is to head for villages such as Altea or Guadalest nestled in the mountains, where Spanish families take their holidays and restaurants dish up authentic paella instead of a full English breakfast.

他建议前往像阿尔特亚或瓜达莱斯特这样坐落在山中的村庄， 西班牙家庭会在那里度假，餐厅里供应的是正宗的海鲜饭，而不是全套英式早餐。

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