Expat warns British tourists to stay vigilant in Benidorm nightlife areas

A British expat in Benidorm, Lucy Young, warns tourists to be cautious, especially in nightlife areas. She highlights the risk of pickpockets and advises vigilance, particularly near bars on the strip. Young specifically cautions against a group known for a gambling scam involving a pea under a shell. She emphasizes that these scammers often work in teams to target unsuspecting tourists. Despite anti-tourism protests in other parts of Spain, Young notes that British visitors continue to flock to Benidorm, with record numbers in 2023. She believes the protests have not deterred tourists from choosing this popular destination.