British tourists warned over Spanish holiday hotspot branded 'marriage killer'
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Couples are being warned to reconsider their holiday plans to a Spanish resort that's been infamously labelled as the "marriage killer."
IllicitEncounters, a dating site for those looking for extramarital encounters, has conducted a survey revealing Magaluf as the top spot for Brits seeking affairs while on holiday, according to MirrorOnline.
Magaluf, already famous for its budget-friendly drinks, sun-drenched beaches, and vibrant nightlife, is now attracting attention for a more notorious reason.
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The poll, which involved over 2,000 users of the affair-seeking website, found Magaluf to be the preferred choice for those planning to cheat, reports Birmingham Live.
Consequently, the site has branded it the "marriage destroyer of Europe."
IllicitEncounters spokesperson Jessica Leoni said that Magaluf's allure isn't solely due to its party scene; it's the blend of a break from daily life, warm climate, and readily available booze that sets the stage for romantic escapades or secret liaisons.
Leoni referred to this combination as a "trinity" that ignites passion, whether lasting or temporary.
The impact of these holiday romances extends beyond the trip, with 87 percent of those who had an affair in Magaluf maintaining contact with their fling after returning to the UK.
Additionally, the site's annual Infidelity Index has brought to light some unexpected findings back on British soil.
Cheltenham, renowned for its regal allure and the esteemed Cheltenham Festival, has been dubbed the UK's "new adultery capital."
The latest figures reveal that last year, 6.98 percent of Cheltenham's residents were involved in extramarital affairs.
Hot on its heels are Farnham in Surrey with 5.99 percent, Motherwell in Lanarkshire at 5.63 percent, Warwick at 5.61 percent, and Braintree in Essex with 5.55 percent indulging in infidelity.
Other towns with notable rates of cheating include Rhyl in Denbighshire where 5.36 percent of the population had affairs, and Borehamwood in Hertfordshire with a rate of 5.35 percent.
Meanwhile, Newbury in Berkshire (5.23 percent), Frome in Somerset (5.18 percent), and Wilmslow in Cheshire (5.12 percent) also featured as towns with significant levels of adultery.
Commenting on the statistics, Jessica observed that while areas like Cheltenham may seem tranquil and sophisticated, the reality of many relationships behind closed doors is quite different.
Conversely, Swindon earned the title of the UK's most faithful town, with a mere 0.35 percent of its inhabitants reportedly straying.
Close contenders for fidelity included Bracknell in Berkshire at 0.36 percent, Dewsbury in West Yorkshire with 0.39 percent, Castlereagh in County Down at 0.44 percent, and Rotherham in South Yorkshire with 0.58 percent.
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