A 24-year old who left the UK to live in Benidorm has shared his top tips for tourists visiting the Spanish resort – including three areas where he advises caution

Benidorm is one of the most popular destinations for holidaying Brits and attracts approximately five million visitors annually. Harry Poulton, 24, fell in love with the resort following a trip with mates at 18 and now regards his choice to relocate there as the finest decision he’s ever made.

Nevertheless, he is keen to share his insights with tourists preparing to visit the Costa Blanca resort. Through his TikTok account, where he boasts more than 40,000 followers, he pinpointed three spots in the nightlife hub that he reckons are best steered clear of owing to safety concerns.

First on his list is the ‘Yellow Brick Road’, a cluster of pubs and restaurants that serves as the epicentre of local nightlife, covering streets such as Leanto, Ibiza, and Leerida.

Harry cautioned: “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.”

The second spot Harry suggests swerving is Pueblo Alley, situated close to Levante Beach.

“This is one I definitely recommend avoiding, especially late at night, as you do get the pickpockets hanging around this area,” he advised. “You also get the odd lady of the night. There are plenty of other ways around.”

Topping Harry’s list of places to steer clear of is ‘Mugger’s Alley’, meanwhile.

“It is the most notorious – it’s the one we all know,” he said. “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.”

Despite acknowledging these potential risks, Harry has no regrets about moving his life to Spain.

He argues that many British visitors hold misguided views about Benidorm, insisting that concerns over crafty scams and steep prices are simply wide of the mark.

What’s more, since swapping Brighton for Benidorm, Harry has seen his cost of living drop considerably, with his monthly expenses now falling between £500 and £1,000, including bills.

Harry declared: “If you live here, you get it. Benidorm is paradise – and anyone who says otherwise is lying.”