Secure transportation & Security Drivers in Barcelona & Madrid, Spain

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Secure travel for VIPs across Spain

We provide secure transportation for ultra-high net worth business travellers anywhere in Spain, and often in and around cities such as Barcelona & Madrid.

Barcelona is in Catalonia, on Spain’s northeastern coast. It’s one of the largest cities on the edges of the Mediterranean Sea, an important cultural centre, and major tourist destination.

Madrid is the capital of Spain, and in the central part of the Iberian peninsula. It’s the political, economic and cultural centre of the country, hosting major companies such as Telefónica and Iberia.

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Security drivers in Barcelona & Madrid

Our drivers are trained to be security drivers, not just chauffeurs.

What’s more, they know their way around the local area, will research all planned routes, and will be familiar with the vehicle they’ll be driving so they can handle any emergency.

They speak fluent English, and we can provide Spanish translators if that helps.

All this ensures the principal and their entourage benefit from a safe, comfortable and personal service.

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Security vehicles in Barcelona & Madrid

We’ll do a thorough risk assessment before we recommend which would be the best vehicles to use.

It might be a fleet of luxury limousines, an armoured car (where the law allows), or even a local taxi with a trained security driver – whatever will be most discreet and safest.

For a complete end-to-end service, we can also arrange private air transport by plane or helicopter.

As for getting around…

Barcelona is a major transport hub, with an international airport, busy seaport and easy motorway access. Locals sometimes call it ‘Barna’ or BCN, while the name Barça applies only to the football club.

Madrid has modern infrastructure mixed in with historic neighbourhoods and streets. With an average altitude of 650m (2130ft), it’s the second highest capital city in Europe.

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Overview of Barcelona & Madrid

When you think of Spain, you probably think of bullfighting, tapas, paella and flamenco! Here are are few more details you might find interesting…

Barcelona has a rich diversity of architecture, with acclaimed urban design that features a grid of wide streets and gardens. Starring Gaudi’s famous Sagrada Família church, Barcelona is deservedly the UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture for the 2024–2026 term.

Madrid has elegant boulevards and a wealth of parks and forests, with El Retiro (which is alongside the Royal Botanical Garden) being the most visited. The Museo Nacional del Prado is just one of the key attractions. The city is home to the King of Spain.

Security risks in Barcelona & Madrid

Apart from robberies, crime rates in Spain are low compared to other countries in Europe.

Through the so-called Galician Mafia, it’s the principal route of entry of drugs and narcotics into the EU.

Violent crime

The homicide rate is lower than the EU average.

In 2023, it was 0.68 incidents per 100,000 inhabitants, and the trend is downwards.

Non-violent crime

Spain has the second highest level of theft in the EU.

Beware pickpocketing and mugging, especially in tourist areas.

Terrorism

Many deadly terrorist attacks have occurred in Spain, most notably the 2004 Madrid train bombings, and the 2017 incident in Barcelona when a van was driven into pedestrians, killing 13 people and injuring more than 130 others.

Riots

There have been protests in Spain, most recently, against over-tourism and against Catalan amnesty.

As part of our security driving service, we keep an eye on emerging unrest so we can take evasive action.

Events

Festivals, concerts, marathons and ironman competitions, Grand Prix, show-jumping and football matches – there’s always something exciting going on!

As well as social events, Barcelona and Madrid host exhibitions, fairs and conferences.

We can advise on hotels, restaurants and activities, to make any stay both secure and enjoyable.

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