In a scene that has become all too familiar at resorts across Tenerife, British tourists have been captured on video making a mad dash at the crack of dawn to secure the best sunbeds by the pool.
The footage shows eager holidaymakers sprinting through the hotel grounds, towels in hand, as they race to claim their spot for the day. Some even resort to throwing their towels over multiple loungers to reserve them for family and friends.
The Early Bird Gets the Sunbed
This daily ritual, often referred to as 'sunbed wars', has become a hot topic among travellers. Many argue that the practice is unfair, while others see it as a necessary part of holiday strategy.
One onlooker remarked, 'It's like the Olympics out here! People are up before sunrise just to get a good spot by the pool.'
A Common Holiday Dilemma
The issue of sunbed reserving has long been a point of contention in popular holiday destinations. Some hotels have implemented time limits or removal policies for unattended towels, but the practice persists.
Tour operators suggest that guests who want to avoid the morning rush should consider hotels with a no-reserving policy or alternative relaxation areas.
