Benidorm to restart beach ‘squares’ which tourists have to reserve – despite hour long queues last summer

BENIDORM is relaunching their beach “squares” which tourists have to reserve, despite them causing long queues last summer. The scheme was originally launched to allow social distancing at the popular beaches, and is restarting from March 1. Mayor Toni Pérez explained it was an “an extension to the organisation and operation model that we implemented in June 2020 under the 'Benidorm Beach Safety' project.” While the initial plans will only be in place from March 1 to April 30, due to the busy period with two local holidays, it is likely to be introduced again during the peak season when Brits descend to the beaches. The proposal includes “the subdivision of the sandy areas, with spaces of 16 square metres (4×4 metres) to ensure physical distancing and personal observance of these measures,” which is the same as last year’s initiative . Sunloungers and umbrella rental services will also be suspended. Mr Pérez said: “The implementation of all these services is one more example that the city as a tourist destination is fully prepared for the enjoyment of beach users while always keeping health security at the core of all actions and strategies that are undertaken by the City Council.” Last… Read full this story

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