Spain remains a “safe” destination for tourists despite a worrying rise in coronavirus infections in some parts of the country, the government insisted on Tuesday, according to AFP.

The remarks came after Britain reimposed a 14-day quarantine on anyone arriving from Spain, and France and Germany warned against travel to certain parts of the country following a spike in cases.

“We want to send a clear message of confidence in our country,” said government spokeswoman Maria Jesus Montero after the weekly cabinet meeting.

“We are a secure destination that has made preparations and strengthened itself to deal with the virus and any outbreaks.”

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