Benidorm - Why do OAPs come in January ?

[@paulmerryman]

An old boy used to come in our local when we were in our teens. He used to go to Benidorm for 3 months at a time in the winter months. He used to stay at the same apartments, in the same room, every year. He loved the place, as do many others.

[@daveyeddie8176]

Cannot blame anyone for getting away during the winter, good on them, I think its brilliant. 👏

[@adeleellie6]

90 days max 😜🤣🤣

[@chrisgolding9675]

Nice to see the older folk enjoying themselves Lucy 👍

[@jesusbencomo3495]

Hello Lucy, everybody loves Benidorm at any season and at any age and you are certainly Benidorm's Angel.

[@haroldlodge6396]

Hello Lucy just saw your Benidorm in January, I am going in September and after seeing your video if I like it I will think about going next Winter.I am82.

[@davidhodgson3901]

What a nice bunch of people 😊

[@ringtonray1507]

Geordies are just the salt of the earth I think those two couples from newcastle where lovely

[@JC-gm3zs]

"Geordies are just the salt of the earth". So I've heard about a thousand times, from Geordies.

[@lesleystewart5882]

Most people above Birmingham are the same, and i live in buckinghamshire

[@ringtonray1507]

@@JC-gm3zs well I’m originally from Kendal but live in a small village on the outskirts of newcastle on the Gateshead side of the river and geordies are absolutely lovely people especially the older folk

[@MatthewChapmanYT]

@@lesleystewart5882 northerners to Benidorm …. Southerners more expensive parts :P

[@SP-ie1vx]

I’m a geordie and I agree 😂

[@Frank-.]

You are an angel Lucy you care for everyone young and old. I'm a pensioner myself and the way you interacted with those was really lovely. Hope to see you soon sweet. Take care and stay safe x

[@LucyYoungTBE]

I absolutely love the crowd we get in January, fun loving and care free ❤️

[@lainey1279]

So lovely to see they’re all enjoying themselves and loving it Lucy ❤ x

[@darrenwilson8042]

any place that puts a smile on so many faces can't be bad can it?

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Spot on 💯

[@aussieanne5718]

Hi Lucy just found your channel,we used to love Spain Mallorca,loret de mar,Arenal and Benidorm we stayed at the Pelicanas and the Pueblo but that was in 1974 yes I was only 20yrs young lol we now live in Australia but not to old to come back for a holiday,thankyou Lucy awesome video❤💯✈

[@ahaunslattery4600]

Great to see people so happy, See you soon in Benidorm.

[@clairepaton4461]

What a lovley blog and what lovley people cannot wait to get over there soon miss benidorm it is such a lovley place to go to keep safe and keep smiling

[@GrahamFoster-lp6jm]

Had so many happy holidays at the Avenida,near the seafront and brilliant staff and food.Back in january.

[@paulfrancis8764]

Respect to the lady who made this film. She really puts the work in!

[@kraigjackson5245]

I love this time of year as it’s quite tor and older folk don’t cause no trouble. Really love Benidorm

[@anthonybuckley5872]

Hi Lucy,well I'm soon to be 63. Live in Gran Canaria,but on my way to Benidorm for a few days at the end of the month.Cant wait,it's been 8 years since I was last there. If I see you out and about I will come and say hello!

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Make sure you do! see you soon 😊

[@fidgetspinner343]

This video is brilliant, some absolutely lovely couples. I'm coming in January now!!

[@seanjamescameron]

Oh to feel that sunshine on my face - London is cooooold.

[@amosingh3593]

That’s great. So good to see people enjoying themselves. Weather looks great. Great vlog Lucy. Quite informative.

[@cherryowen5080]

Thank you for the up date Lucyv and your team. Weather looks amazing. Went out today in Nottingham in a hat, scarfe coat n boots. Would love to be walking along the beach in Benidorm 🙂 Hopefully it will happen around January one year.

[@whiskymacable]

It's great to see people from the next town to us in North Wales in these KZbin vlogs.

[@peterryan7827]

OMG what a brilliant video report,i am 75 this year, and we have been to Benidorm once before but that was summertime and we enjoyed it very much, my problem is wifey is younger and by 11 years and just finds it difficult to be around the older people all the time it sort of brings her down a bit , it's to much of a reminder, she is very young at heart, but for me, the thought of being there all winter would be fabulous, we love mooching about and doing bus or train trips, so thanks for this one,.

[@desgardner7169]

God willing we will be there soon! Its lovely to watch your videos, Thank You..

[@veryveryangryman1]

Having been to Spain dozens of times, I have never been to Benidorm. I am dying to go, as I think it is suitable for anyone any age etc. I like a mixture of their Culture, mixed with British traditions, and I think Benidorm fits that bill. Thanks for the video.

[@LucyYoungTBE]

It certainly does. sure you'll love it x

[@dospalmascb]

Benidorm has something for everyone.

[@veryveryangryman1]

@@LucyYoungTBE Thank you. x

[@veryveryangryman1]

@@dospalmascb Thank you. x

[@johnrudd1868]

Hi Lucy, love benidorm and won,t be long till I,m back. Keep up with the you tube info. X jr

[@janetkellykelly4250]

Good to no this thankyou Lucy.

[@pianoboylaker6560]

I don't know about you guys but I come when ever I want, even though I am over 70.

[@TheCraigmcvey]

I love Benidorm

[@MrToddy31]

Brilliant video, thanks for posting.

[@michaelmccreery8192]

Good health and happiness to all in the vlog life is for living enjoy

[@nataliekelly6270]

Great video Lucy! With the great weather and reasonable prices, Southern Spain is perfect!

[@thewelshbeavis1355]

Great Vlog this will be me in a couple of years time Benidorm is a fantastic place ! 😀 ☀️☀️☀️☀️🏝

[@patriciaobrien7481]

Lovely to meet you the other night with the macmaster...on mike's Birthday we had a lovely night 🤪... Keep up the great work ...

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Aww and lovely to meet you too. Glad he had a good Bday x

[@maximumrnb66]

Another great post 👍looks superb and sunny..fantastic😊

[@thecyclingbean6806]

Love this Chanel concept

[@cheshirehomebrew]

Well I've not been to Benidorm since 1986, Might be time to get back. Brilliant channel, subbed as well. Cheers from Cheshire UK👍🍺

[@g4jnw]

Now retired i would love to have a month away in winter, would love some reviews of apartments at the cost quoted as i would worry about being scammed.

[@bensouthwell1339]

very few banks and hills in Benidorm so walking a bonus I found.

[@dad7720]

-5C here in Scotland, £600 per month to run the central heating, I am so jealous, we could save a fortune wintering in Benidorm!

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Do it then! 👍😁

[@garylivesey7571]

Really informative video Lucy thanks for that looking forward to visiting in the near future😎

[@chriswilcocks8485]

I'm back in march. Cant wait

[@lorrainebennett7528]

You found some lovely people to chat to as always! X

[@LucyYoungTBE]

❤️

[@Bessie66]

What a lovely video. Once went to Benidorm in may - even the locals said it was the coldest may ever - we ended buying the end of season winter jumpers etc🥶

[@essexranger]

I spent a week there one night 😂

[@elizaphe58]

it does get cold I was there in 2001 left early! Travelled up to Lloret de Mar and it was so warm and sunny.I now travel to the Costa Del Sol.

[@carolhodgson3141]

Thanks for the information. We are looking forward to our week in Benidorm from the 7th to the 14th February. See you soon x

[@JideLambo]

Thanks for sharing. I'm so intrigued by the fair rent for apartments.I was looking forward to catching a few names so I can get on the cheap deal.

[@beverleybland392]

Hi Lucy, Bev and Will saying yellow, we are great fans of your and love your channel. We have just subscribed to your channel. We are coming over on the 19th of Feb, look forward to seeing you at Winners Bar. .😎❤

[@LucyYoungTBE]

see you then 😊

[@traceygibbs7744]

Hi Lucy we just subscribed to your channel macmaster told us about you love benidorm x

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Hi Tracey, great to hear. Thanks for subscribing 😁

[@stephenpalmer2762]

Another great vid well done lucy

[@mikesview]

Pensioners paradise any time of year.

[@bryantotten2757]

Great to see people enjoying themselves

[@andrewfoster259]

Great video Lucy, nice to see the older generation having a great time in the sun. I'm there on the 30th and will turn 48 while I'm there So not quite there yet but not young either lol 🤣🤣

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Have a great time, hope to see you around x

[@mickfield5458]

Found you through Lee Lucy, great vid, subscribed now from Leeds. 👍

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Cheers Mick, thanks for subscribing 😁

[@eileengordon4806]

Looks lovely weather for time of year better than England. Can't wait to get back over there x

[@f.jgouda810]

Nice vid Lucy. Greetings from The Netherlands.

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Hi 👋

[@f.jgouda810]

@@LucyYoungTBE 👍

[@georgetootle4853]

Hello hopefully you are well! Can you recommend any Estate Agents !

[@Bealot123]

Loved the video Lucy. Missing Beni.. Bit quiet down here in Mazarrón. Need another road trip ❤️

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Do it! x

[@susanthomas9689]

Great video x

[@butch907]

excellent stuff and great advice

[@mychills123]

Can you give us some links for apartment rental for January thanks

[@S1m0nX386]

The second couple are doing it right, holiday home England averaging £3500 site fees, then benidorm winter months probably the same. So living a whole year 7k - 8k and I'm assuming living off savings from the sale of a house. 👌

[@lesleystewart5882]

Living the dream in a caravan? , sorry if ive worked all my life i want a bit more out of life than that,

[@bazahaza]

@@lesleystewart5882 Some people love living in caravans. No need to be a snooty cow.

[@mark.foster278]

Glad you met up with Lee he lives near me hes a great guy. Your fantastic too tho

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Top bloke 👍

[@ady8097]

Great vlog Lucy. It was great listening to the reasons why they visit Benidorm in January. One thing I noticed though was all those you spoke to were from the North. Don’t southerners tend to visit Benidorm? Hugs from London 😊

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Yes there are some, but it's definitely dominated by Northerners x

[@leonwp60]

It gets dark "oooop t north" in september and doesnt get light again until march

[@rowan7658]

Guessing that’s why it is so friendly ❤

[@LucyYoungTBE]

@@rowan7658 Absolutely 😊

[@splodge57]

Couldn't get a more friendly person than my mum, and she's from down south. 😊

[@petermuggleton5137]

What’s the weather like in April in Benidorm is it shorts and t shirt weather

[@julianroberts698]

Definately

[@johnmcaulay5938]

I wish I was there.

[@stevozrepto5558]

Very cold after 5 pm Great to visit when young kids ie under 25s ☘️✌️🍀🍀✌️🍀☘️🍀☘️☘️

[@andywotjuno9954]

Hi Lucy, I spoke to you to you briefly when you were photographing the motability scooter pictured in the thumbnail. Just out of interest staying on topic, my wife and I stayed half board one week with a last minute booking with Jet2 for £550 for the two of us, however we had to fly back on Friday 13th, just as well we weren’t superstitious like one of interviewees😊, so bargains are out there to be had.

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Great deal x

[@adrianbew4414]

Lucy this was a very good vlog bless you, lots of great info there for us all, what can possibly be better this time of year to ride out the british winter there, and the apartment prices being so good, cant wait for the wife to retire and were on our way!!, gutted we missed you a few weeks ago, but were back very soon! we stayed in the don pancho for a week for the new year, it was amazing!. So enjoyed you with the macmaster too!. would i be right in thinking that poiniente may be cheaper still?? love adrian&issy in a soaking wet windy caerphilly! xx

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Poniente is generally a little more expensive actually as its considered the posh part haha. Rincon de Loix or central Old Town is where you'll find long let Winter bargains

[@jamesguy9298]

Hello Lucy - I am in Benidorm now for 2 months at the NEREO Hotel H/B. This video is very informative - congratulations. Do you know that the Nereo hotel has a Doctor who visits every tuesday at 9 am to see anybody who is a sicko - like me. This is my 15th year in winter to visit. Once again Good Luck and God bless.

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Have a great time! i didn't know that about the Nereo, nice touch by the hotel checking the guests are well x

[@loneranger5928]

Very nice Lucy 👍

[@thomasohara8811]

Hi Lucy Tam from Bathgate here great to see everyone enjoying themselves and the weather is fantastic our gang out on Saturday x

[@LucyYoungTBE]

You'll have to let me know where you're knocking about so i can come and say hi, Winners closing tomorrow for 2 weeks xx

[@thomasohara8811]

@Lucy Young staying in benidorm plaza love to catch you for lunch at the cadilac or the zodiac only 3 nights with Monday club x

[@thomasohara8811]

Let me know for lunch what day 21st to 23rd told the squad how you keep us informed x

[@LucyYoungTBE]

@@thomasohara8811 that would be nice I'll let u know asap x

[@leemcgarrell2356]

Hiii Lucy loving the latest video 🙌🏻 Just a quick one what is the hotel brisa like on the beach front I can’t find any up to date videos and yours are usually top notch best regards see you June 😂🫶🍺

[@LucyYoungTBE]

We've not done a tour of that hotel yet, it's a small hotel, good location

[@leemcgarrell2356]

@@LucyYoungTBE thanks for getting back lucy 👍🏻 looks like riudor up to now first week of june 🤞🏻🔥🍺🍺🍺

[@tinadavies4195]

How on earth do they find apartments soooo cheap.. looks glorious today Lucy.. keep up your good work..always good information 👍 🍻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@paulaemartin674]

Look on line but be careful

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Cheaper than my rent some of them! Round Town Travel do have some great winter let offers if you're looking.

[@thelifeofbatteries2603]

AirBNB but avoid something on the main-ish roads as they like to empty the bins in the early hours....EVERY NIGHT

[@selwynowen6213]

I just checked this video out. As I am presently on my hols in Benidorm. But I always have a winter sun holiday at this time of the year. Especially to get over the winter blues of the British weather. I am now a pensioners I just retired from work at the end of last month, I still find it strange that I’m technically a OAP. But by calling me that makes me feel really old😢😢, I feel too young to be called that though. I’ve booked the same hotel for next year already

[@LucyYoungTBE]

No offence intended, i don't really like the term OAP i think YAH (young at heart) is much better 😊 Have a great time in Benidorm 💛

[@selwynowen6213]

@@LucyYoungTBE non taken as I find it strange that I am now classed as a OAP. But I feel that I still have more to do and give this world, as this society tend to put us on the slack heap when we get to a certain age. But people of our age still have plenty to give

[@hach2023]

76 .... easy paper round you had mate. 👍

[@06sk338]

1:30 welcome home today mate how was the flight

[@paulrumbold2436]

Hi sounds amazing guys . Which site do I go to to look for 3 month stay

[@teammeteamus.8315]

Everyone looked so happy which made me smile, but I’m wondering if Benidorm is good for OAPs who are from other races?

[@woofers46]

Great video ❤

[@stephenpalmer2762]

Lovely day there cor 2 dry days out of 7 in London

[@knobon]

Am i the only person south of London who goes to Benidorm? Every one of your videos when interviewing someone is always for the north of England or Scotland. When there last time a bar owner commented on my accent that they don't have many over there from "down south" is this true?

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Yes very true, we do get Southerners visiting, but it's definitely dominated by the Notherners

[@ryanhardmeat2391]

Hey Lucy great vids they've really helped me as it'll be my first time abroad let alone first time in benidorm so excited is an understatement tbh😁,I was looking for some advice and a chat really as I'm looking to stay a while and need some advice on jobs and just general info as I know you're pretty knowledgeable about all things beni,I'm coming march 10th wondered if your not too busy could i meet you for a chat at winners or wherever cheers Lucy keep up the good work feel like I know my way round already 🇬🇧🇪🇦👍

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Pop by the bar hun although that week will be absolutely mental being Fiesta, Cheltenham and Paddys Day all in the same week. I'll try my best to have a chat with you. As far as a finding a job goes as long as you have the right paperwork for working in the EU there will be plenty around. Without the paper work I'm afraid its pretty much impossible.

[@barbaraneville5036]

With a monthly energy bill in the UK of around £280 (300 euros ) not surprised that those pensioners who are able spend 3 months go to somewhere warmer .Even a Hotel will reduce the rate for a long stay .be it half board or inclusive Love the ex publican stating not much boozing though 🙂 Good tip with the south facing apartment though

[@dad7720]

£280?? Try £600, that's what we're paying!

[@themotorider1]

Definitely tempting to clear off in January. Lucky buggers. You'll still have to leave your heating ticking over at home though, so you'll still run up a bit of a bill. Trust me, if you don't you may come home to a 6 month hotel stay in the UK whilst your home is dried out and rebuilt internally after a frozen pipe type disaster!, 🥶🥶

[@bigdude8470]

@@dad7720 what size of bloody house do you live in? Our 4 bed detached bungalow is £202 per month for gas and electric , £45 for water

[@briansmith2434]

This is our first time back since the lockdown which we escaped by one day, prices are a lot higher but for us the weather cancels that out, we are in an apartment facing the sea which gets the sun all day

[@LucyYoungTBE]

fabulous x

[@alexboyland6359]

We're abouts are you staying we would love to go to benidorm never been and would love sea view thanks Alex and Maggie

[@julierowden6606]

Amazing

[@alexboyland6359]

We're abouts is the apartment you stay in

[@briansmith2434]

@@alexboyland6359 Sorry but it is in a block facing the sea and I would hate to lose it by letting other people know the address

[@stephenlove807]

Enjoy yourself while you can , we are only here once. Good luck 👍

[@samr8603]

How much did they go away for? I heard £200 but not sure if there was a number before it. My hearing not his accent. ;-)

[@urbansafari147]

if we've never been, where should we stay and what to do

[@kevint7851]

👌👌👌👍...............

[@alexboyland6359]

Hi Lucy can you tell us pensioners were they get there accommodation from so cheap are can anyone recommend any cheap ones for Jan feb march just been watching your video people you are talking to are saying how much they have paid we have never been to benidorm but would love to try it at them prices thanks Alex and Maggie

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Have a look at Round Town travel they are based in Benidorm and have some good winter long lets 👍

[@chocksaway100]

It's not cheap ,they are paying the going rate .

[@lazylad8544]

Pity there's a 90 day limit. A lot of British pensioners would benefit from a winter in the sun. It would be beneficial to both the uk and Spain. We got a shit brexxit deal. Thanks for video spot on👍👍

[@lesleystewart5882]

Oh no, brexit is crap because you cant spend over 91 days in the sun. Selfish git

[@enthusiastisch1922]

@@lesleystewart5882 The brexiters are the selfish gits, not the opposite way around lmao

[@petertempestoso8433]

Excellent

[@dospalmascb]

Wow, those apartment prices are crazy, they should have tried Beninter. You never have to pay for electricity or anything like that, seems pretty naive booking somewhere you have to pay extra for electricity and as far as internet goes plenty uk mobile networks still give you really good value eu use.

[@andymullaney1594]

Hi Lucy am new subscriber , greetings from Halifax UK 👍

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Thanks for subscribing, enjoy the channel 😀

[@samanthastephens6363]

The ex Públican couple sold it to me! Been once in the summer but will deffo try winter now, !

[@huddsman69]

New sub here thanks to the MacMaster!!! Will be in Benners in the first week of June. Hope to see you in the Winners.

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Excellent! see you thwn and thanks for the sub 👍😁

[@paulaemartin674]

So there are bargains to be had Hotels or self catering

[@LucyYoungTBE]

yes absolutely 💯

[@keithdonnelly8636]

Love this video... can you give me details of longterm accommodation that allows pets please

[@robertt4176]

Did he say it was £220 for 3 weeks ?

[@55jond]

Brill video only think missing was some links for the apartments. I am always scared of a con on the internet. lol

[@gavinhodgkins6643]

Can't fault the people to be honest Lucy, great weather, company and cheap. What's not to like.

[@christinebaines9472]

Can anybody tell me were to get second hand books in benidorm now the I indoor market has gone