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Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Couple blasted as 'selfish' after they admit to reserving sunbed before going to breakfast
A British tourist has defended putting towels on sunbeds while nipping for breakfast on holiday. Rachel McGuigan and her husband David were enjoying a plush vacation in Turkey at The Residence Hotel in Fethiye, west of Antalya. The couple, who work for a water gardening company, were holidaying with their friends Adam and Hayley. But Rachel divided opinion after they the pair took to Instagram to reveal they'd put their towels on their poolside beds for half an hour while they went for their morning meal. The tourist attracted angry reactions from some holidaymakers on social media for the controversial move. Harry Crumb said: 'I just remove them, if full. I don't care and the hotel doesn't care.' Another added: 'Just throw the towels in the pool. It's not allowed to do this in most hotels and resorts.' But someone else said: 'I don't understand. I thought it was normal to get up, grab your towels, pop them on your bed then go for breakfast.' Rachel was left confused by people's reactions. 'I just thought it was crazy that people were so upset about leaving a towel for half an hour to go for breakfast,' Rachel told What's The Jam. 'They accused me of being selfish and all sorts.' Rachel, from York, then posted about it on her 'Holidays & Hangovers' TikTok page. She then decided to stoke the fires further by posting a joke video of her leaving towels at 5.30am to go on a series of fake excursions that lasted until bedtime. The punchline was that they never got to spend a minute on the sunbeds they reserved at dawn. In the footage, she shared a screenshot of an angry user's message that read: 'Really annoys me that people put towels on sunbeds then go away somewhere? 'Why? Everyone wants to enjoy their holiday.' Rachel captioned her clip: 'Fine, you've all caught me out, this is how our day really looked…' However, many furious Brits took the joke literally and flooded her comments section for a second time. One riled tourist said: 'So you reserved the beds and didn't use them but wouldn't let anyone else use them? Have you ever thought that you may be the problem?' Another raged: 'You go on holiday for a rest but end up getting up early like you do at home just to put towels out. Hotels are not for me, that's why I Airbnb, not having a go, just saying.' 'The most council estate thing ever!' said a third. After managing to ruffle a few feathers, Rachel explained: 'After the first time, I thought it would be funny to play up to it. 'It was a joke and I didn't expect anyone to take it seriously, but I ended up opening a can of worms about sunbed reservations!' She added: 'There wasn't a lack of sunbeds so putting our towels down before going for breakfast wasn't an issue for anyone. 'I was surprised with everyone commenting about it.' Rachel admitted it can be 'annoying' when some tourists leave their towels on sunbeds 'for hours on end'. But she doesn't see it as a problem if it's 'only for half an hour and someone stays with them'.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘YOU are the problem!' holidaymaker slammed as she says it's ‘normal' to bagsy sunbeds before breakfast & hog best spots
A BRITISH tourist has defended putting towels on sunbeds while nipping for breakfast on holiday. Rachel McGuigan and her husband David enjoyed a plush vacation in Turkey. 7 7 The couple, who work for a water gardening company, were holidaying with their friends Adam and Hayley. They stayed at The Residence Hotel in the resort of Fethiye, west of Antalya. But she divided opinion after they put their towels on their poolside beds for half an hour while they went for their morning meal. She got angry reactions from some holidaymakers. One person said said: 'I just remove them, if full. 'I don't care and the hotel doesn't care.' Another added: 'Just throw the towels in the pool. 'It's not allowed to do this in most hotels and resorts.' But one social media user said: 'I don't understand. 'I thought it was normal to get up, grab your towels, pop them on your bed then go for breakfast.' Fuming holidaymakers foil fellow Brits sneaky plans to secure sunbeds seven hours before hotel pool opens 'I just thought it was crazy that people were so upset about leaving a towel for half an hour to go for breakfast,' Rachel shared. 'They accused me of being selfish and all sorts.' Rachel, of York, then posted about it on her 'Holidays & Hangovers' TikTok page. She then decided to stoke the fires further by posting a joke one of her leaving towels at 5.30am to go on a series of fake excursions that lasted until bedtime. 7 7 The punchline was that they never got to spend a minute on the sunbeds they reserved at dawn. In the footage, she shared a screenshot of an angry user's message that read: 'Really annoys me that people put towels on sunbeds then go away somewhere? 'Why? Everyone wants to enjoy their holiday.' Rachel captioned her clip: 'Fine, you've all caught me out, this is how our day really looked…' However, many furious Brits took the joke literally and flooded her comments section for a second time. 7 One riled tourist said: 'So you reserved the beds and didn't use them but wouldn't let anyone else use them? Have you ever thought that you may be the problem?' Another raged: 'You go on holiday for a rest but end up getting up early like you do at home just to put towels out. Hotels are not for me, that's why I Airbnb, not having a go, just saying.' 'The most council estate thing ever!' said a third. And one remarked: 'Some people ain't getting the joke, love it!' After managing to rile a few feathers, Rachel explained: 'After the first time, I thought it would be funny to play up to it. 'It was a joke and I didn't expect anyone to take it seriously, but I ended up opening a can of worms about sunbed reservations!' 7 She added: 'We went to The Residence in Fethiye for two weeks in May for the second year running. 'There wasn't a lack of sunbeds so putting our towels down before going for breakfast wasn't an issue for anyone. 'I was surprised with everyone commenting about it.' Rachel admitted it can be 'annoying' when some tourists leave their towels on sunbeds 'for hours on end'. But she doesn't see it as a problem if it's 'only for half an hour and someone stays with them'. Experts weigh in on whether you should reserve your sunbed with a towel on holiday EVERY summer, hotels become the sites of frantic battles, as guests try to reserve the best loungers with their towels first thing in the morning. But etiquette and elegance expert Katarina, who shares her expert opinions about manners on TikTok at @ says people need to be less selfish and more considerate of other hotel guests. In the footage, she said: "If you're staying at a hotel, avoid blocking the sunbeds if you're not planning on staying. It's disrespectful toward other guests. "Unless the hotel has a reservation system in place, only occupy the sunbeds when you're staying by the pool." Renowned etiquette expert, William Hanson, believes there is a 30-minute grace period on poolside reservations. This is where hotel guests can use a towel or a book to reserve a spot for no longer than half an hour. William told the Sun Online Travel: "In the morning, at the start of the day, and you're by the pool after breakfast, then it's fine at 8.30 to put your towel on the bed to reserve your spot. "But later on in the day after you've used the lounger, and go off for a massage, for example, which is going to be an hour, then you can't use a towel to reserve the sun lounger." If you're grabbing some grub at lunchtime, William said holidaymakers are allowed to eat at the hotel bar or restaurant providing you're not gone longer than 30 minutes. He said: "It also gives your towel time to dry off." William said despite the grace period, "You can't hog the sun lounger for the entire day." Meanwhile, Laura Akano, the Principal Coach and Trainer at Polished Manners doesn't believe holidaymakers have a right to reserve a lounger at all. She told the Sun Online Travel: "I think it should be a first come first serve basis - if the resort doesn't have a booking system."
The Sun
7 days ago
- Climate
- The Sun
Is it safe to travel to Rhodes and Turkey? Earthquake expert shares advice for holidaymakers
Nuria Cremer-Vazquez, SEO Editor Published: Invalid Date, TOURISTS in popular holiday destinations in Greece and Turkey were shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake this morning. The quake struck just after 2am local time off the Turkish coast, with the epicentre 29km north of the island of Rhodes. Around 70 people were injured in Southwest Turkey and a 14-year-old girl is known to have died due to a panic attack in the resort town of Fethiye. 2025 has seen the Greek islands experience significant seismic activity - with multiple earthquakes rattling Santorini back in February causing tourists to flee and a 6.1 magnitude tremor hitting Crete on May 14. Turkey also shook in April when powerful tremors hit Istanbul. With the summer season in full swing, is it safe to travel to the region? Dr Margarita Segou - a seismologist with the British Geological Survey and editor-in-chief of Geophysical Journal International - is an earthquake expert and Greek national. She said: " Greece and Turkey are two very high seismic-prone countries." The countries' locations on a fault line known as the Hellenic Trench mean that they have seen large magnitude earthquakes, such as the 2023 Turkey disaster which left 53,000 people dead. However, speaking of the more recent tremors, she said: "Those magnitudes are well within the standard for moderate earthquakes in this region." Dr Segou explains that as today's quake occurred at a depth of more than 70km, it would be classed as a "deep earthquake", which is not necessarily more dangerous. "Since the earthquake is deep, we have less damage than usual, although it means that it is felt in a wider area. "Also the probability of a large earthquake immediately after is only heightened for a few days." The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)'s travel advice for Greece states: "The area around the Cycladic islands of Santorini (Thira), Anafi, Ios and Amorgos, experienced increased earthquake activity in early 2025. This increase has since subsided and the tourist season is expected to continue as usual." It does not advise against travel to the area and references February's earthquakes in Santorini - something Dr Segou admitted had been "an alarming phenomenon". However, she does not believe that the today's quake warrants cause for concern for anyone planning to travel to Greece or Turkey. 3 "I would not say that we are now facing a situation of increased activity within 2025." Dr Segou revealed the steps holidaymakers should take if they do find themselves experiencing the natural phenomenon. "Tourists and populations should always follow the guidance from the authorities regarding any emerging situations. "If you feel an earthquake, it is better to be outside of the building a few minutes after. But during the strong shaking, one should always take cover beneath a very strong, well-built table, for example." She added that buildings in the region are well-prepared for these natural events and reasonably safe even if a moderate earthquake hits. "Greece has a very strict seismic code and it is always abided by in construction. "The earthquake resistance plan for buildings is something that has proven correct and protective to people many times in previous disasters." The Foreign Office provides further tips for visitors to both countries, including calling 112 for Greek emergency services and checking Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority's earthquake website. Travel company TUI issued the following statement to those holidaying in the affected area: "Please remain calm and follow any safety instructions provided by your accommodation or local officials." EasyJet also confirmed that its customers had experienced minimal impact to their holidays. If you are considering cancelling your trip to Greece or Turkey, bear in mind that as the FCDO has not formally advised against travel there is no guarantee that you will be refunded. Flights to and from both Rhodes and Dalaman airports are operating as usual with no disruption having been caused by the earthquake. 3
The Independent
03-06-2025
- Climate
- The Independent
Is it safe to travel to Turkey or Rhodes after major earthquake injures dozens?
Holidaymakers in southwest Turkey and neighbouring islands in Greece were shaken awake this morning by a strong earthquake. In the early hours of Tuesday, a 5.8-magnitude quake struck just south of the Turkish resort of Marmaris. Tremors were also felt across the water on the Greek island of Rhodes. A 14-year-old girl is said to have died in the resort town of Fethiye 'due to a panic attack', reported Turkish interior minister Ali Yerlikaya on X/Twitter. The minister added that 69 other citizens suffered injuries after they 'jumped from heights due to panic'. Flights to and from Dalaman Airport are operating as usual, and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is not advising against travel to the area. But is it safe to go, and what are your rights if you have a trip booked? Here's everything we know. Where was the earthquake? According to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre, the epicentre of the earthquake was just outside the Turkish resort town of Marmaris at a depth of 69km (42 miles). The 5.8-magnitude earthquake hit at 2.17am local time. Heavy shaking was felt in Rhodes, just 29km to the south, as well as on other islands around the Aegean Sea. The eastern Mediterranean is a seismically active part of Europe, and the region has been struck by multiple aftershocks, ranging from small tremors up to 2.9-magnitude quakes with epicentres near Mugla and Rhodes. What is the latest Foreign Office travel advice? The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has not released any new travel advice relating to the earthquake as of Tuesday morning (3 June). General earthquake advice from the FCDO states: 'Many parts of Turkey regularly experience earthquakes and tremors. These can be high magnitude, cause damage to infrastructure, and pose a risk to life. 'A 6.2-magnitude earthquake, which occurred in the Sea of Marmara in April 2025, was felt strongly in Istanbul. Be aware of the risk of aftershocks.' Similarly, for travel to Greece: 'The area around the Cycladic islands of Santorini (Thira), Anafi, Ios and Amorgos, experienced increased earthquake activity in early 2025. This increase has since subsided, and the tourist season is expected to continue as usual,' says the FCDO. What does the Turkish government say? Turkish interior minister Ali Yerlikaya said on X: 'An earthquake of magnitude 5.8 occurred in Marmaris, Muğla. Regarding the earthquake that was also felt in the surrounding provinces, AFAD and all teams of our relevant institutions continue their field scans under the coordination of our Governor. 'According to initial findings, there is no demolition of residential buildings in the city.' He added: 'I offer my best wishes to our citizens affected by the earthquake. May God protect our country and our nation from disasters.' What do I do if I have a holiday booked in Turkey or Rhodes? Simon Calder, travel correspondent of The Independent said: 'The answer is: continue as normal. I can't see any likelihood that the holiday companies will allow people to cancel their trips without triggering the usual cancellation penalties. 'It is possible that they may, subject to availability, allow you to move your holiday to somewhere else. But to put things into perspective quakes like this are far from unknown.' He added: 'They are disconcerting, but there is no need to take further action.' Can I cancel my holiday or flight for a refund? The Foreign Office has not warned against travel due to the earthquake, so no exceptional circumstances will allow for a full refund on cancelled trips. There is no obligation for companies to refund bookings if you want to cancel, and you will not be able to claim travel insurance due to safety concerns unless FCDO advice changes. Tui, the biggest holiday company in Europe, told holidaymakers: 'Remain calm and follow any safety instructions provided by your accommodation or local officials.' The terms for cancelling your trip depend on your holiday provider, so it's best to contact them if you wish to postpone. Some travel insurance policies will include natural disaster cover for an event that prevents you from reaching your holiday destination – speak to your insurer to find out your rights.
News24
03-06-2025
- Climate
- News24
One dead, dozens hurt as 5.8-magnitude Turkey earthquake felt in Greece, Egypt
A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Marmaris area of southwestern Turkey early on Tuesday, killing one teenager and injuring dozens of people, the interior minister said. The quake, which Turkey's AFAD disaster agency said struck at 02:17 (23:17 GMT on Monday) some 10km off the coast of Marmaris, was also felt in Greece and as far away as Egypt. A 14-year-old girl died following a panic attack and some 70 people were hurt in the Mugla province as they rushed to find safety, including 'some who jumped from a height', Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on X. There were no initial reports of buildings destroyed in residential areas, he said. 'In Fethiye, a 14-year-old girl named Afranur Gunlu was taken to the hospital due to a panic attack but, unfortunately, despite all interventions, she passed away,' Yerlikaya said. Fethiyeh lies around 100km to the east of Marmaris. Of those injured, 14 were treated at the scene, eight were briefly treated then discharged and another 46 were being treated in hospital, he said. Muğla Marmaris'te 5.8 büyüklüğünde bir deprem meydan gelmiştir. Çevre illerden de hissedilen depremle ilgili olarak, Valimizin koordinasyonunda AFAD ve ilgili kurumlarımızın tüm ekipleri saha taramalarına devam etmektedir. İlk belirlemelere göre şehir genelinde yerleşim bulunan… — Ali Yerlikaya (@AliYerlikaya) June 3, 2025 Many popular seaside resorts are located in Mugla province, including Marmaris, Bodrum and Fethiye, which welcomed 3.7 million foreign visitors in 2024, the Anatolu state news agency said. The earthquake was also 'broadly felt' in Greece's Dodecanese islands, the national quake protection authority chief Efthymios Lekkas told the news portal, saying some tourists in Rhodes had been forced to evacuate their hotels. But there were no reports of injuries, he said. It was also felt in Egypt, according to the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics.
