Harry Poulton, 24, has lived in Benidorm for the last six years and he’s shared the top places Brits should avoid
A TikTok star has shared three places to avoid in Benidorm(Image: Getty Images)
While a favourite holiday spot for many Brits, Harry Poulton loved it so much he decided to move there.
It remains a glittering lure for the 24-year-old, but as the old saying goes, there are rough bits everywhere.
Harry is warning Brits to be vigilant at the Spanish holiday destination, as he’s shared three locations that they should avoid.
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The TikTok creator has a following of 40,000, and he regularly updates them on the do’s and don’ts of Benidorm, including his his latest video, which details the three most treacherous zones in the bustling city.
The first location is the ‘Yellow Brick Road’, a strip including bars, restaurants, and entertainment.
Harry said: “The Yellow Brick Road – this little public pathway […] leads all the way up to the Rio Park. Now, it has been known for a few things, mainly small thefts like pickpocketing.
“Generally, during the day, it’s absolutely fine. I’d recommend avoiding it at night.”
Pueblo Alley by the Hotel Pueblo, adjacent to Levante Beach made the second spot.
The social media star continued: “This is one I definitely recommend avoiding, especially late at night, as you do get the pickpockets hanging around this area.”
“You also get the odd lady of the night. There are plenty of other ways around.”
Finally, ‘Mugger’s Alley’ rounded out the list due to it notoriety for pickpocketing.
“It is the most notorious – it’s the one we all know,” Harry said. Adding: “Known for pickpocketing, ladies of the night, it’s just an area I would avoid.
“They’re even doing these new taxi scams. It’s crazy. Save yourself the hassle and cross the road.”
A public Facebook post also warned about the area, writing: “It’s located at the start of the strip opposite the Hotel Flash and runs behind the white ‘SATE’ building, near Morgan Tavern.
“It’s safe enough in the day but late at night you’ll likely get approached by ‘hugger muggers’ (individuals who will invade your space pretending to know you whilst swiping your valuables), prostitutes and robbers.”
“Men on their own are the main target so stay together and walk in front of the sate building, not behind it.
“Remember most crimes in Benidorm are non violent, it’s your phone and cash they’re after, so keep both out of site and if you do get robbed you need to visit the SATE office (opposite the hotel Flash) in office hours to make a police report.”