Brit in Benidorm shares three things you 'must' do to avoid 'being scammed'

Daily Mirror

5 days ago

A Brit abroad in Benidorm shared there are scams that do the rounds every single day in the Spanish seaside resort – and he ranked them, with number one being the worst
If you're heading to Benidorm this summer, one Brit abroad has warned you may want to look out for some common scams so you don't lose any money. Harry, who posts as @harrytokky on TikTok, regularly shares his advice about the Spanish seaside resort. He's warned about taxis and whether they're legitimate or not, shared where you can get the cheapest pint, and even urged Brits to visit the "nicest McDonald's in the whole entire world".
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But this time, he warned other Brits there are some people who may seem nice in Benidorm, upon first glance. But behind the fun exterior, they may be hiding some scary truths.
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3. Potato man
Harry warned you'll usually see these men in the mornings, and Harry said they're usually "older men on the beachfront, doing these games".
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He said the game can "look like noughts and crosses," but claimed it's best to "avoid them" as they're "known scams in Benidorm".
"Definitely avoid them. You are not going to win money, even though it looks like people are winning. It's all part of their little con," he seethed.
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2. 'Illegal' cocktail drinks
Harry said: "Now this is one I highly recommend avoiding. Those cocktail drinks are illegal, and you have no idea where they're being made.
"It could be on the back of a truck for all you know, so I definitely highly recommend avoiding them."
These drinks are considered illegal because they are not regulated by health or safety authorities. The preparation and storage of these drinks usually do not meet hygiene standards, increasing the risk of contamination.
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Buying from unlicensed vendors supports illegal activity and undermines legitimate businesses that follow the rules to keep customers safe.
Authorities in Benidorm regularly warn tourists and locals to avoid these illegal drinks and to only purchase beverages from reputable bars and restaurants.
The risks outweigh any potential savings or novelty, making it important for visitors to stay vigilant and prioritise their health and safety.
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1. The ladies of the dodgy night
Harry warned: "If you're walking down Benidorm, anywhere in Benidorm, and you're alone, generally alone, and these ladies walk up to you offering special services, avoid them.
"Now, most of the time they're out to rob you, steal your phone, steal your jewellery, that sort of thing."
He warned it's important to be extra vigilant, especially when you're drinking a lot of alcohol and then potentially walking home alone. You should always be aware of your surroundings.
Harry did say he wasn't trying to "put you off" visiting Benidorm, noting "these things happen all over the world," but if you're going to Benidorm, he shared you should avoid these scams.