Benidorm - Avoid getting SCAMMED - part 1

[@benidormstuff3337]

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[@billymartin1842]

Great information Lucy...keep the videos coming

[@nickknowles1981]

Always a useful and helpful post done by you, thank you Lucy, see you next month x

[@electroshed]

Another one, when paying by card, and the terminal asks you whether you want to pay in EUR or GBP, opt to pay in the local currency, Euro's, as you get the VISA exchange rate. If you opt to pay in GBP, you'll get the card terminal merchant's exchange rate, which is always worse than the VISA exchange rate, as that's how they score a quick buck. On a large hotel payment, it could save you or cost you quite a lot of beer money if you are not careful.

[@poppyrose4077]

This was the question I was going to ask. Do I select GBP or Euro. Thanks. We went to a few shops for things. My friend was told to select GBP. Lesson learnt 🙂.

[@georgedunham1180]

Cracking video lucy good sound info keep them comming

[@johnmcaulay5938]

Thanks Lucy for another informative video.

[@markreardon7520]

Brilliant advice, thanks for saving us a few quid while we’re over there 👍

[@robertfinchan5033]

Thanks for that information Lucy. Was tempted to draw some cash out of ATM but changed my mind and went to our bank instead so glad I did after seeing your video. Take care Robert.

[@stephaniewhite9526]

A wonderfully informative and helpful video.

[@yvonnejones9262]

Great advice, I always go to the indoor market to change my money, thanks Lucy,

[@gavinhodgkins6643]

Always use Shelia's in Indoor Market. Used it many times and always the best for me.

[@normancobbett2891]

Great information Lucy. Take care xx

[@markhurley253]

Thanks Lucy great advice, see you next week 👍😎

[@josephmurphy6553]

As always Lucy great video. One of the best ATMs to use is Sabadell. Branch by indoor market and 2 in Old Town. They offer you the going rate and their charge is 1.80€ per transaction.

[@tonyadams7206]

Yes, I am down the road in Fuengirola and was pleasantly surprised by the ATM charge at Sabadel in Los Boliches.

[@josephmurphy6553]

@Tony Adams As a follow on from earlier post it is worth checking what your home bank charges for foreign exchange, whether cash or paying for goods in local currency, as they all differ. Some people I know have had a nasty surprise "extra" charge in their bank statements.

[@marymcknight3252]

Thanks Lucy another very useful video

[@johndawson7302]

Another great & helpful video. We always get our euros from Sheila's in indoor market. On our first visit to benidorm 25 years ago we stopped at the dynastic hotel. Also stopping there, was Sheila's mam who told us about her daughter's exchange. This was the only exchange business in market at this time. Have used them ever since, hundreds of times with no complaints. Back at dynastic later in year, can't wait !! Will pop into winners bas well to say hello. Keep up great work Lucy. Kind regards, john

[@josephmalone9386]

Hi Lucy thanks for the info cheers 🥂😃👍

[@peterarmstrong2048]

Cheers for brilliant advice lucy

[@dospalmascb]

I remember when it used to be the pay phones that were tampered with to keep your change or unused coins. Showing my age now lol

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Haha i remember that too!

[@stevehart5151]

GREAT VIDEO WILL HELP A LOT OF PEOPLE 👍🏻

[@alisonsweeney7638]

As a tourist, I always make sure I take enough Euro cash , too much is better than too little...i shop around the u.k. exchanges and take It there. I'd never use airport exchanges. Love your videos Lucy, keep up the good work. Xx

[@chrisgolding9675]

Great advice lucy cheers 👍

[@kennethwalsh8804]

Hi Lucy, another very helpful video. Having been ripped off in the past in various country's, here is what I do. I show them, say £100, and ask, " How much will you give me for this amount ". The reputable ones, will show me the amount, or print it off on a small slip of paper. ONLY THEN, do I hand over my cash. I usually walk from my Hotel to the indoor market, change my cash, safely, and enjoy a nice cup of coffee. Job done 👍

[@gintymcginty7764]

Thanks for advice I always change my money at home before I come out now got scammed 4 years ago never again nice one for doing great videos see you in September

[@grahameaton2329]

Always decline or press No to the offered conversion and always opt to pay in the local currency. Before proceeding check the charge fee. And don’t assume banks are free. The highest charge fee I found in Benidorm was at the Santander bank.

[@michellegregory3665]

Just come back yesterday santander wanted to charge €7

[@dianeforster151]

Oh! I was told that if Santander is your bank, they won’t charge, isn’t that right?

[@littlenemo14]

Great. Very helpful. You’ve got a new subscriber.

[@shaneD7378]

A very helpful video I have heard warnings about the euronet ATMs from other people

[@tonyflaherty4921]

Very helpful, cheers Lucy.🍻

[@markbailey286]

Sound advice as always, nothing worse than being ripped off while on holiday that you've worked hard to pay for. Generally speaking if you're sensible what's the level of crime like? phone/bag snatching, pick pockets etc. I suspect no worse than anywhere else, always nice to be made aware of the local scams, much appreciated 🙂 First class channel!

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Yes it happens, as a tourist hotspot there are some scumbags ready to pray on people, we'll be doing another video soon on what to look out for regarding pickpockets etc

[@amandawatson6969]

Heading to bennii in August was gunna use ATM in hotel but now will take ur advice thank u x

[@marktilley2513]

Thank you very much for this useful information before I travel abroad I always go to my local exchange and have the money with me before I travel

[@sirbrian9404]

Great insight lucy well done thank you. And you and your partner stay safe 👍

[@danielbel5154]

As a Benidormer, I have to say... great job!

[@michaelfraser8826]

really informative for those not in the know... any cashpoint with "euro net" on it is a rip off and will give a rubbish rate and then charge you again for using it and they are everywhere. as you said the main bank machines are best and i have found if one wants to charge you find another bank as they dont all charge...

[@skippercaship]

Thank you Lucy good to know! I arrive tomorrow so will look out for these cons.

[@jeanlowe8879]

Hi Lucy brilliant information thank you 🤙🏻🍺

[@maconescotland8996]

Best deal for Euros in Spain is a Santander UK Everyday Current Account - use the debit card to withdraw currency only at local Santander ATMs - and always choose the No Conversion option (rather than pay in GBP) - no fees involved.

[@dianeforster151]

Yes that’s what I’m been told as I already bank with Santander. But when I was in Benidorm in April, I couldn’t find a Santander bank or ATM! 🤷‍♀️I’d love to know for next time 😊

[@dospalmascb]

I’m surprised at XE as they are a very reputable money transfer company. Great video Lucy. Pretty sure it’s useful info for the newbie’s and a reminder for the oldies too.

[@davidludlam1335]

Excellent advice, it's about time someone showed up these crooks

[@gorsmy]

Euronet will give you exchange rate decline and opt for bank exchange rate don't let it fool you I always try and use the Spanish Bank ATM even if I have to walk to the old town but the best way is to use your credit card and pay in total at end of the month I travel Europe for years as a truck driver and the credit card is the better option

[@davegrimes7247]

I've walked past that spot many times will definitely be calling there soon thanks for the info Lucy keep the great work have a great Sunday u 2 😎👍

[@Frank-.]

Excellent information Lucy. I've always used Tony's at the indoor market never ever got ripped off. And like you said never used an atm. Crack on my lovely. X

[@jacquelineross3998]

Very informative 👀😘

[@bruce445]

Thanks for sharing Lucy. We've all been guilty of letting our guard down whilst on holiday, and certain parasites prey on this.

[@tinadavies4195]

Good info Lucy. 👍

[@wendyHew]

Yes pay in local currency with card so always choose euros. Also it's often easier to just use your card in the shops, restaurants and bars nowadays and let your bank do the conversion

[@jamesguy9298]

Hello Lucy - I was scammed once. Back in 2009 I had to use 2 Atm's. my son in law used one of the Atm's I used but he was only visiting for 1 week. I was there for 3 months. My bank wrote me and wanted to know was I in some foreign city as there was an attempt to spend 620 euro on my Debit card. I live in Liverpool. I answered NO! so they erased my card and sent me another one. I immediately contacted my Son in Law and asked him about the attempted scam and he said no!. And now the BAD NEWS. The ATM where my card was ILLEGALLY READ WAS IN AN ENCLOSED AREA in the BBVA bank at the Rincon end of the MEDITERRANIO . The other ATM we both used is the battered looking one by McDonalds also at the Rincon end. It cost me NOTHING.

[@stevej8037]

Thanks for the very informative video.

[@paulneave2041]

If you have a Monzo card, you can withdraw cash without any fees from Banca March ATMs but I'm not sure if there are any branches in Benidorm. Of the other banks when using Monzo; Bankia and BBVA have the lowest fees. Avoid Santander ATMs if you have Monzo as the fees are huge.

[@mama9048]

BBVA last cost me €6 with Monzo

[@paulaemartin674]

People on holiday let their guard down .Remember you are on HOLIDAY THE THIEVES ARE NOT. Your holidays are the thieves. Busiest time..

[@tonemc6047]

Thankyou Shaw Taylor

[@qualitygoldfish2198]

@@tonemc6047 Take your dog out for a walk ffs

[@hansvanrijswijk409]

Go to Banco Santander , or BBVA . You can find them on the Avenida Mediterraneo.

[@phoenix1722]

Hey lucy there are some connected to hotels like for example the one thats right outside the Flamingo Beach Resort, Im guessing we should avoid them aswell?

[@LucyYoungTBE]

sounds like a pop up machine that, im guessing its nothing to do with the hotel

[@manuelfg2902]

Alarm, alarm!! Avoid all kinda pop up atms, specially if they are in the middle of nowhere........

[@jimmydempsey6857]

@@manuelfg2902 There usually home made ones 😂🤣😄

[@manuelfg2902]

@@jimmydempsey6857 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@douglasking2973]

Driving over in November in motorhome. What's the campsites like

[@malcolmwinn4300]

Good information,will definitely not use atms,stay safe from malcolm in hove England.

[@marsharoberts1469]

When we were there we got followed by a guy near our hotel. We found the hotel said we as young females should be careful walking late at night.

[@adampeach9403]

Love the videos Lucy it’s been very helpful to know everything as it’s been years since I’ve been and you’ve helped me decide where to stay as I’m coming out in august for a week , I think I’m pretty close to winners also , I’m at sandos Monaco !! Definitely pop in winners for a beer 🍺 hope I bump into you 👍🏼

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Just round the corner 😁 see you soon.

[@scottwilliamclarke6442]

The outside of the Nereo is a great place to watch the potato men at work, we went so many times to benidorm we could recognise the lookouts and the stooges!

[@lizmiller8455]

We go to the indoor Market Tony or shelly you on need to take you passport once to Tony give you a wee card so when you need to change more money you don't have to take you passport you get what it say no charge great place to go

[@gaz19831892]

I used one of those euronet ATM in Portugal. I drawed out £100 and got charged £20

[@LucyYoungTBE]

😱

[@johncorner9295]

You do dont you...love benidorm....

[@clairepaton4461]

Hi thank you lucy for showing us were to go to change money.Well i will make sure i bring anoth euros out with me next year or i will go to the indoor market thank you lucy for saying about agms that s was a good blog keep smiling and keep safe

[@paulroberts5859]

Hi can anyone recommend a reliable/reasonably priced Taxi from Alicante to Benidorm please for 4 people and luggage, hope it’s ok to ask on here, many thanks Paul

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Best Benidorm Transfer

[@jeffgillen1847]

Ring the black chicken bar they will sort u out out

[@lizmiller8455]

Been going for years

[@kevinancell1510]

Nice vid Lucy. However, I think it would be great to name and shame the bad foreign exchange places and ATMS for balance as you did mention which were the good ones. Keep up the good work you do for everyone! :)

[@LucyYoungTBE]

oh yes and put a big target on my head for dodgy people to come and give me a good hiding 👍

[@kevinancell1510]

@@LucyYoungTBE Fair comment, you live there after all!

[@dazzamason3353]

👍

[@essexranger]

Prepare before you go and use global interchangeable cards. There are a few out there, some a bit better than others but if you’re WISE you might pick the right one for you 😉

[@frankiefrankie7421]

Hello cracking channel i have just subscribed. I have a question. Can you tell me if the Alsa bus from Alicante Airport to Benidorm stops on Europa ave beside Calle Ibiza, total random question i know...cheers.

[@LucyYoungTBE]

That's where you get it from so i would think so

[@frankiefrankie7421]

@@LucyYoungTBE Thank you Lucy much appreciated.

[@jheath17]

L go to a British owned bar and ask if they want to buy any £ notes.

[@Saints1890]

Lucy do the indoor Market exchange stalls take card when buying Euros ?

[@LucyYoungTBE]

I'm not 100%, i think it's just a cash exchange

[@joaquincastello6174]

I guess the spanish banks are the best if you have a credit card. Banco Santander or BBVA are the two most important here in Spain and i am sure they will accept credit cards.

[@barbaraneville5036]

@@joaquincastello6174 I bank with Santander in the UK So in Spain will always use a Santander ATM got to be safer

[@fill1013]

@@barbaraneville5036 not the same company

[@barbaraneville5036]

@@fill1013 Santander UK plc is a long-established UK bank, part of a major global group From their website

[@thomasohara8811]

Hi Lucy Tam from Bathgate here we try and take enough euros with us but always use indoor Market if we need to you never mentioned the you know what men but maybe a no no for you I understand x

[@manuelfg2902]

Lucy, are you yet absolutely famous in Benidorm? 🤣

[@beherenowz]

Safest place to change your money is to get it out the hole in the wall in Santander

[@markoneill8188]

Just bring enough euro with you is one good tip lolol

[@jonathanaston176]

Off to Benidorm in 4 weeks. What ,if any do I need to travel covid passport at this present time?

[@johngowers8045]

Atms tested this week Caixa bank €7 i said no Santander bank €7 i said no Santanderatm in hotel €5 i said no Atm euonet €3.75 i said yes

[@benidormstuff3337]

i think sabadell is only 1.80

[@NNC93]

Sheila’s is the best always gone there

[@andreww4489]

Hola. See you Lucy on Monday at the Dove Park. Put my phone away and so were you. Next time I'll get you. A couple of times when paying at a restaurant by card. The server has presented the reader without showing you the bill which they have in the hand. When you do see the bill it is for a higher amount/another table. A mistake? the reaction of the server says NO, and a couple of establishments making the same mistake. Questionable! You decide. I would like to know the law for smoking in an outdoor part of the restaurant. Before Covid one could smoke, now it seems to be at the discretion. Keep up the good work

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Officially you can't smoke on any terraces at the moment... bar or restaurant

[@hansvanrijswijk409]

Beware ! You loose ATM ! All The Money !!!!!😜

[@stevenmcconnell6247]

Lots of bars scamming with there spirits

[@kevinwilliams1421]

Worst scam is avoid the newly installed Indians/Pakistani bar tours trying to flog shite bugle

[@kykslr]

Dont forget the gangs of pickpockets, usually women with backups looking on who prey on guys late at night

[@aa77655]

Why not use ATM

[@lizmiller8455]

Yes but you get less for the pound

[@aa77655]

🤥

[@cantagiousca5220]

AVOID BENIDORM

[@ianbishop1964]

so many scams and rip offs . thanks i’ll go elsewhere

[@fill1013]

You wasn't comming here anyway

[@paulc180]

Why oh why would anyone go to Benidorm, if you want to see Spain in reality go to Valencia. Benidorm seems to just be Blackpool with a lot of men trying to be women in pub acts. FFS go to somewhere like Valencia and see the real Spain with Spanish people and Spanish food.

[@fill1013]

Then you obviously have not been. It's a bit more than one night club street. Old town is very spanish

[@Ben-ks5bm]

Just avoid the place, it’s a utter hole.