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Going abroad? Beware hefty fines (or worse) for dressing up as private parts, peeing in the sea or feeding pigeons.
You've booked your trip, packed your bags and learned a bit of the lingo... but have you checked up on any local laws or customs that might catch you out on your holiday? While some may seem strange based on the culture here, they may of course be perfectly sensible based on cultures elsewhere – though we're not sure what to make of compulsory 'budgie smugglers' in some swimming pools in France.
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29 June 2026

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