A Brit holidaymaker was left stunned after seeing tourists putting their towels on a Benidorm beach at 6.30am.
Michelle Cranston spotted the group claiming their spot as she prepared to fly home.
The 52-year-old had enjoyed a sunny holiday in the Spanish resort with her hubby.
READ MORE: Brit tourist who scoffs ‘20 bags of crisps a day’ reviews local brands while on holiday
- Advertisement -
They were waiting for their airport transfer when they noticed them placing their towels on the sand at a “ridiculously early time”.
She filmed three tourists setting out a long line of deck chairs and beach brollies right in front of the shore.
The rest of the beach seemed otherwise deserted at the time on Sunday (6 Jul).
“My husband and I woke up early to get ready for our airport transfer pick up at 8.30am for our flight to Newcastle,” Michelle, of near Middlesbrough, Teeside, told What’s The Jam.
“We were staying at the H10 Porto Poniente Hotel in the old town of Benidorm in a room with uninterrupted, breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and Poniente Beach.
- Advertisement -
“It was our second stay here, it is perfect for people-watching.
“After getting ready, we sat on the balcony with a coffee and noticed some people were already setting up their chairs and parasols along the water’s edge.
“It was just before 6.30am.”
- Advertisement -
Michelle posted the video online.
She said: “After a giggle about what a ridiculously early time it was to be setting up for a prime spot on the beach.
“I mean, you’re not going to run out of beach in Benidorm – I took a short video and wasn’t thinking no more of it.
“On my return back into the UK, I checked my phone, and to my amazement, it had gained a lot of interest, reactions and replies.
“I never anticipated that the post would be this popular.”
One local said: “They shouldn’t allow it, it’s shameful.”
Carol added: “I would throw those chairs etc in the sea.”
“I live in Mazarron and it’s always like that, I was out on my bike at 7am one morning and I could not believe my eyes,” remarked Donna.
José said: “If they are just going to occupy a public space and leave, they deserve a fine and their belongings should be removed.”
Maru added: “Hahaha, how pathetic.”
READ MORE: Flight attendant reveals BIRDSONG is now played in plane loos to hide embarrassing ‘toilet sounds’
