Holidaymakers at a bustling Lanzarote resort found themselves in a heated battle for the best poolside sunbeds, as early-morning races to secure prime spots turned into a full-blown tourist showdown.
Eyewitnesses reported scenes of chaos as guests dashed to claim loungers before sunrise, with some even resorting to placing towels and personal items on multiple beds to reserve them for the day.
The Great Sunbed Scramble
The daily ritual has become so competitive that some visitors set alarms for pre-dawn hours, determined to beat their fellow holidaymakers to the most desirable spots. "It's like the Hunger Games out here," one exhausted tourist remarked.
Resort Rules Ignored
Despite clear resort policies against prolonged sunbed reservations, enforcement remains lax, leading to growing frustration among guests. "I saw one family place towels on six sunbeds at 5:30am then disappear until lunchtime," reported another holidaymaker.
A Cultural Divide
The situation highlights a cultural divide in vacation behaviours, with some nationalities known for their aggressive sunbed strategies while others prefer a more relaxed approach. Local staff often find themselves caught in the middle of these international disputes.
As temperatures rise in the Canary Islands, so do tempers around resort pools. The sunbed wars show no signs of abating, leaving many to wonder if the perfect holiday compromise exists.
