FabSwingers.com forum: PDI newbies guide

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I have an idea that there used to be a newbies guide to pdi on this forum, but searching doesn't return anything like that - where to go, places to meet, good bars/clubs etc. Even Google wasn't very helpful.

Basically thinking we would want to avoid looking like a pair of virgins at an orgy - 'fresh meat'

Thanks

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We would love to follow this thread.

We have just booked up for our first holiday there and also would be interested in any advice.

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

We had posted this a good while back. It’s a couple of years out of date so a few adjustments taking November 19 and November 20 into account. Enjoy:

A post intended to share our views on the swinging clubs/bars we attended in November 15, April 16, November 17 and April 18.

We’ve used our previous guide as a template, but removed old clubs and updated the information based on our last trip. We visited 12 swinging venues during the holiday, including a swinging crawl where we did 12 in 48 hours.

Naturally this is subjective and any given day, at any given venue can be different. But with an abundance of venues, there is definitely something there for everyone. Our personal favourites are Imagine Bar and Secrets.

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2x2 - CC La Sandia (Located East Side, below ground level)

Visited Monday night as it was couples only. Registered online for a VIP pass where you get BOGOF drinks for their 10-11 happy hour.

No charge, nicely done out open bar area with friendly staff. The taller female makes a mean strawberry mojito and 3 years on, still makes a fantastic one.

Second section play area including a car to play in.

A nice add-on is that they have an outside smoking area, very unique as most clubs smoke inside.

Definitely couples not looking for single men, a Monday is recommended, as discussions with locals and tourists suggest it can be a bit full on with single men on other nights. So if you are looking for single men, a night outside Monday would be worth considering.

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Secret - CC Cita

From the leaning tower side (East Side - Av. de Alamania), the first club on the right when heading to the basement. Minimum €10 spend for couples and 10-11 happy hour, buy one get one free.

Over 900m2 of club, probably the biggest club and very nicely kitted out.

Staff are friendly and OCD, which is great in a club as you know it is going to be clean and hygienic. The team go out their way to welcome you and we have nothing but positive words to share about this club.

Hottub available, you pay €5 for a locker with two towels.

As a mixed venue, There is a couples only area.

Smoking is inside, but as a large club it isn't as noticeable as smaller venues. Highly recommend a visit here and possibly our favourite club.

We think the atmosphere at Secret is a young vibe. The staff behind the bar are warm, friendly and mischievous. Plenty of banter between them and also with guests. The music is predominantly Latin beats and typically current. With Latin music hitting our mainstream, it’s music you can feel familiar with.

The weekends are typically busier and have a European mix. Plenty of playing in the couples rooms.

They make fantastic cocktails and the sugar sweet and piña colada are two of our recommendations for the sweeter tooth swingers.

Update: Secret was renovated in the summer of 2019 and looks very swank. A couple of vip areas and a separation of couples play (the left side) and singles/couples to the right. You now pay at the door and for couples a €20 entry will also include a couple of drinks, or €30 entry and 4 drinks. You will be given a wrist band and once you’ve had your four drinks, a tab will build up for further drinks (average €8 for a branded spirit & mixer or a cocktail). During Covid restrictions, temperature tested at the door and details recorded for track and trace. They also promoted wearing face masks and regularly sanitised areas, though we never visited the play areas so cannot comment on this, as we chose not to play on this holiday. (Review November 2019/November 2020).

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Fun4All - CC Cita

Next door to Secret.

Again a mixed venue and minimum €10 couple spend.

Smaller environment but very friendly.

Plenty of couples, appeared more sociable than some places like 2x2 where play is a higher focus, in our experience of one visit in each place.

We have found the mix is typically British, Irish, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish, German and Dutch.

It is a small venue but this isn’t a bad thing as it brings people closer together and becomes a social arena with lots of dancing. My biggest criticism would be the playlist of music is a bit dated. However, it is music that all nations seem to know and sing along to. Summer of 69 belted out by 5 different nations may not be a bad thing after all.

As a smaller venue, we find it can be a little bit smoky, even in the no-smoking area.

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Gatsby - The Couples Club CC Cita (Av de Francia/Eiffel Tower side).

Located on the outside of the Cita, next door to Chiringos.

As the name suggests, this is a couples club that is currently closed, but when opened it is open on a Friday and Saturday. Will review once it’s open. (Review November 2020)

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Eternity - CC Nilo (now closed but venue will open as a new club called Eden in 2021)

Where most clubs are situated in Cita and Sandia is only 400 metres away, the Nilo centre is in the North part of PDI.

Ideally it is best to visit from 11pm, as it gets busier from 12 onwards. Of all the clubs, this definitely has a more Spanish/Local feel and if you want to swing with the locals, then Saturday is a good night to attend. We do find that Eternity does get attended by quite a few German couples also.

It’s €20 to attend as a couple and includes 2 drinks. Lockers are €1, which is returned out of the locker when you put you key in. You’re warmly greeted at reception and also by Jose once downstairs.

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Moonlight Dreams - CC Nilo

Next door to Eternity and is relatively new. They have different theme nights each day including a €35 unlimited drinks night on Wednesdays and Fridays. And couples night on Sundays.

The owners are friendly and welcoming.

We assume that quite a few German Swingers reside close to the Nilo, as we’ve met quite a few in this area.

The club is fresh, clean and have around 5 swinging summer huts with beds and condoms. Some are lockable.

They charge €5 for a locker

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Kiosk4 - Nudist Beach Maspalomas (Now Hut 6)

Situated on the south side. Walk through the archway of the riu hotel then through the dunes for 15 minutes and you will see a kiosk with a rainbow flag. This is the gay nudist beach and to the right of this is the "swinging" nudist beach and Kiosk4.

Alternatively walk east from the lighthouse for about 20 minutes and you will arrive at Kiosk4.

Simple and great for a drink in the open air and sun. Plenty of dunes around for people to have fun in, though we didn't experience. A meeting point for swingers during the day.

We’ve went to Kiosk4 a few times and each time the bar was heaving, the beds packed out with lots of nudists and swingers. A good vibe and plenty of socialising at the bar from people of all nations. We drank Kopparberg Cider for €4.

Just make sure you put plenty of sun cream on as it can get windy and it’s deceiving. Windbreakers are an idea to avoid being sandblasted.

Update: The old dated Kiosk has been removed and replaced with a swanky large orange one with the number 6. Closed during 2020 but hopefully we will see it open some time in 2021. No seating area as yet. (November 2020)

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Comeback bar - CC Cita (top floor)

A small bar and typically a meeting point for swingers before they venture off to the clubs or stay and mingle.

The bar is under new ownership (Richard and Angel from Fun4All) We’ve seen to observe more Europeans than British/Irish but I think that could be down to Imagine Bar being more aligned to our culture. In 2020, we did observe a good number of British/Irish there also.

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Imagine Bar - CC Cita (Top floor)

Best way to find Imagine Bar is to come in from Av. de Alamania (Leaning Tower entrance) and go straight up the stairs (stairs going down are to the swinging clubs). You’ll see Mach bar in front of you. Immediately turn left, past Marco Polo and Carlos V, then turn right. Keep walking and it’s on your left.

Imagine Bar is for us THE meeting point and THE place to be before hitting the clubs. A good size, with nice decor and an excellent choice of drinks. The bar is for us the missing piece of the Cita Center. Now there is an excellent meeting point before going on to a club, or even to stay back and enjoy a social night. The owners, Saskia & Tonny, are fantastic and have given the place a very British/Irish/North European feel.

Personally, if possible, I would love to see Imagine Bar offer some hot/cold snacks.

Saskia and Tonny are affable and approachable, so any advice and guidance, they are more than happy to share.

Update: I’m not sure whether they read this review, but they now offer snacks and we will certainly endorse this. Having worked for a Dutch company, I was often in the Netherlands networking over a beer and bitterballen (small croquettes type grounded meat balls). I’m please to say that they offer bitterballens and they’re very tasty.

However, the signature meal for us is their burgers. The most amazing tasty gourmet burgers, which we would highly recommend. If you advise them the night before that you’re coming in for a burger, they will even get the ingredients on the day and make it fresh to order. The flavour is unbelievable and the caramelised onions really complement the burger. Imagine Bar also temperature test before entry. (November 2020)

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Patricia’s Swing Inn - CC Cita (Basement)

Head past Secret and Fun4All, straight past the sex cinema and turn left towards the bottom. Halfway on the left hand side is Patricia’s.

It’s open from 10pm (closed on Sundays). It’s a new place, with a couple of beds but nicely decorated.

Patricia used to work in Venus (in Cita) before it closed down and German swingers encouraged Patricia to open a place. Therefore, it’s a bit more German than Imagine and Comeback (and similar to Bude 4 and Cäsars in Sandia). Nevertheless, she is a warm and endearing woman who also speaks English.

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Bude 4 - CC La Sandia (Located East Side, below ground level) (I understand this is now CLOSED - Nov 2020)

To the right of 2x2. Was toying between defining this as a pub or a club. Opted for a pub, as it’s quite a relaxed feel. It is immaculate and very impressive in decor. The owner has put in a lot of effort and self pride into her club.

It is very German and we personally found the owner warm and friendly.

It’s a minimum €10 spend.

We definitely would recommend using it as a pitstop before 2x2 and if you speak some German, you’ll definitely have a better experience here.

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Cäsar’s Kontakt Bar - CC La Sandia (Located East Side, top floor, above ground level)

Very similar to Bude 4 & Patricia’s. Small but cosy and more targeted at German swingers.

An outside area, then inside a bar and a couple of beds. Friendly and welcoming.

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Maclennans Sports Bar - Jardin del Sol passage

Ok not exactly a swinging venue, but one worthy of a mention in this category as the owners will certainly look after you. Coming up from Avenida de Gran Canaria, pass the Galway Girl and continue to just before the bridge and one of the last places on the left.

Maclennans is a great hang out and we spent many a good night (and day) in here. Two TVs playing sports, every sport and match you could ask for. They were kind enough to even put my club on the three times they played. We watched champions league and also the boxing.

They have a dart board and a pool table. Beer on draft, great mojitos and daiquiris to die for. It is the perfect pub from home experience.

They have food to order, so you can really spend a good day and night here. We popped in on a Saturday afternoon to watch the football and ended up leaving at 1am the next day!

I should also compliment their toilets as the probably the cleanest ones we have ever seen in a bar!

We mention Maclennans as we envisage that once normality resumes, there’ll be many starting a night here and then going over the bridge to Eden, as an alternative to the Yumbo, Cita and Kasbah. (Review November 2020)

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Hotels/Resorts

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Venus Resort

Non guests are welcomed to join them for their nudist BBQs on Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons.

We were advised to arrive before 12, as the sunbeds can get taken up early.

On arrival, you ring the bell and can wait between 1 & 5 minutes depending how busy they are.

It’s €50 per couple and you are allowed to stay until 21:00. You go downstairs to pay and given a locker. They request you strip naked (though we saw people clothed when we came upstairs). Also downstairs is a couple of beds.

The centre is a pool, surrounded by double sunbeds and then bungalows. Quite cosy and pleasing to the eye, there’s also a couple of playbeds, and a bar.

Around the corner is a jacuzzi, playbed, and sauna.

A few things to note. The all inclusive is between 14:00 & 17:00. Drinks before and after are charged (average €6). The all inclusive drinks are wine, beer, sangria, soft drinks and coffee. Long drinks and Cocktails are not part of the all inclusive and will be charged.

The BBQ starts at 14:00 and whilst it is eat all you want, you may want to stack your plate because it isn’t a continuous cooking period. It’s cooked and once it’s gone, it’s gone (usually by 15:00).

For the above reasons, we felt the €50 was a bit excessive.

You can also stay at €109 per night (minimum 3 night stay).

Venus Resort is rumoured to increase in side late Autumn 2018.

Other hotels that are popular with swingers are Mirage and Gold.

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I hope the above provides some good information for people planning to visit Playa Del Ingles and Gran Canaria.

There are many great places including the Yumbo Centre to eat, drink and party. This is a lot of gay clubs and cabarets such as Ricky's and Sparkles that you can enjoy the drag queen shows. If you are a straight man, then the cruising clubs are not for you and you may want to give them a miss.

The China Town buffet is fantastic value for money and do a fantastic sangria. Really friendly staff. China Town make smaller portions & is very busy. Therefore food is turn around constantly and is always fresh.

Divinity is a karaoke bar for a song and a laugh. Cheyenne’s next door is also a good hang out.

Near Burger King is Fiction and Mardi Gras. Also good for a drink.

Also in the Yumbo, which we would recommend is Gourmet Street Food (great burgers and chips) We visited GSF in November 2019 and November 2020. In 2020 we visited the English Bakery who also make great homemade chips but for us the winner was the delicious desserts and scones with jam/clotted cream).

Slightly north of pdi centre, near CC Ronda, there’s a fantastic eat all you want Chinese called Asia House. It’s about €14. The main difference is it’s not served buffet style but rather made to order. We would recommend, as others have recommended us.

A more expensive Chinese towards the Nilo, is Miss Asia. We haven’t visited but the locals who recommended Asia House, also recommended here.

The Kasbah Centre has a Brasilian club, if you fancy some salsa and dancing and close by is Little Brasil for a churroscaria (eat as much meat) experience. Also in the Kasbah is the Irish Tavern that is busy, happy hour every hour and a karaoke. There’s also the Chinawhite and Pacha nightclubs. Sultan Kebab make an excellent Dürum Kebab.

Other places to eat that we would recommend are Marco Polo’s in the Cita Center. The €21 fillet steak is to die for. Unfortunately it closed during the pandemic but Carlos V next door isn’t bad a for a steak with 3 courses for €14. Cheap and cheerful.

Tango Tapas make fantastic sangria and amazing tapas in a great surrounding.

If after Secret & Fun4All are closed and you fancy a “one for the road”, then going into the basement of the Cita passed Fun4All, turn left at Klamotte and halfway down on the right is VIP Bunny Club. Although a gentleman’s club, we were welcomed as a couple with another couple to go for a drink (€5 beer, €10 spirit/mixer). The girls were warm and welcoming.

Finally, if you’re looking for a bite to eat after leaving the Cita, there is a takeaway called Pepe Chiringo on the outside (Av de Francia/Eiffel Tower side).

Hotels: Personally, we would always recommend somewhere in and around the Yumbo Center, as it’s central to everywhere you would want to go. The beach is about a 15 minute walk (with the Tipsy Hammock a decent watering hole), so if you prefer to be on the beach, then you may want to look for a different hotel. But if being in the centre of everything is more for you and you want somewhere clean, cheap and cheerful, then playa del sol, eo las gacelas, and Mur Hotels Buenos Aires are all decent. A bus from the airport will take you outside the Yumbo for €3.50.

Whilst trying to remain objective, please appreciate that there will be some subjective views. Like everyone, we do have our preferences and for us in 2020, our preferences were Maclennans, Imagine Bar and Secret. Please feel free to mail us if you want to know more about our personal preference or any advice.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

Excellent ^^^^^! Thank you, a good balanced review

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What a review couldn’t of asked for any more. Very detailed and just what we were after.

Thank you

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"We had posted this a good while back. It’s a couple of years out of date so a few adjustments taking November 19 and November 20 into account. Enjoy:

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Just what we were looking for - very helpful thank you. (we've now booked for October..

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By *FB123Couple
over a year ago

north wales

Wow that is a really good guide we’re hoping to go in early April fingers crossed

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By *unloversCouple
over a year ago

rotherham

Haven’t people got to have a vaccine first?

We wanna book too but been told this

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Haven’t people got to have a vaccine first?

We wanna book too but been told this"

I don't think so, but when we are allowed to travel and when they allow us in, you will no doubt need a negative test . Xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

This is the reason why we have booked December in hope we have all had the vaccine in the UK by then and restrictions across Europe hopefully eased.

We know it’s ages away but once things ease everyone will be Booking holidays and we reckon prices will start to go up

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We,booked,for December

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By *ensual but naughtyCouple
over a year ago

somewhere

"Haven’t people got to have a vaccine first?

We wanna book too but been told this"

Although the W.H.O. say they don't want countries to impose having a vaccine before you travel (and it would probably have to be done at least 12 weeks before travelling for full effectiveness of two jabs) companies may impose this rule anyway. SAGA have been the first to impose compulsory vaccines after a survey of their customers (of which 98% said they wanted this). Some insurers and tour operators and airlines may insist on it as well but there will be those that will not impose it either.

But as the vaccine doesn't stop the spread of the virus (as far as we know) you will almost certainly need a Covid test before travelling and isolation may still be required when returning.

Assume travel will be difficult this year and early part of 2022 and if it's not as bad as last year then that's a bonus!

If being vaccinated before travelling is required then to arrive in PDI in October you will need your first jab early July so plenty of time as yet as all 50+ should have been done a couple of months before then.

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By *leasureOrbitCouple
over a year ago

city centre

Excellent post folks!

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By *ature guy.Man
over a year ago

leeds

Thank you Justusboth2013

I am sure that will be saved by a lot of folks here.

Judith Chalmers would be proud of you

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By *ndiancouplexxxCouple
over a year ago

milton keynes

Great post

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Thank you Justusboth2013

I am sure that will be saved by a lot of folks here.

Judith Chalmers would be proud of you

Well if we see her in PDI, we know what forum she’s been in.

Thanks all. Hopefully gives you some insight.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Thank you Justusboth2013

I am sure that will be saved by a lot of folks here.

Judith Chalmers would be proud of you

Well if we see her in PDI, we know what forum she’s been in.

Thanks all. Hopefully gives you some insight."

Haha

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By *umptuous DuoCouple
over a year ago

Teesside

Excellent information, we’re sure it will help lots of people with planning there PDI stay,

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By *lassy_coup1eCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool

We love your guide justuaboth2013

Thanks for sharing, and we agree with you guys on most. Would be great to have Klamotte listed in the pub/bar section. It's a great meet bar before Fun4all or Secrets

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"We love your guide justuaboth2013

Thanks for sharing, and we agree with you guys on most. Would be great to have Klamotte listed in the pub/bar section. It's a great meet bar before Fun4all or Secrets

You’re welcome guys. Glad you like.

Ah yes, I missed that one out (it’s on our photos as well), my bad, but yes another bar in the basement of the Cita, typically frequented by our German swinging friends, but also one to add to the list

Hopefully catch you there sometime in the future x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I believe imagine bar is now closed,and the owners,have plans to open a new bar in the yumbo.

Studio 69

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By *ueenbeetipp43Woman
over a year ago

my own world

Great thread to follow, thanks guys.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We are booked for late April hopefully

It go’s ahead but interesting to see people’s comments as our first time also

At PDI normally go to Tenerife but unfortunately only the one club

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By *ecretpassion100Couple
over a year ago

Walsall

Just a few updates

Kiosk 4 is renamed kiosk six same place

Imagine bar will move to yumbo centre and re named studio 69 above six pack zone

Finally eden will not be spanish themed when open all we will tell you is the look there going for is amazing ..we seen the work in progress and its looking good xx

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By *ecretpassion100Couple
over a year ago

Walsall

Any questions you have please feel free to message us were here now xx

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By *ecretpassion100Couple
over a year ago

Walsall

This on the whole sums up pdi and well informed well done guys xx

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By *den_GCCouple
over a year ago

San Fernando, Gran Canaria

"Just a few updates

Kiosk 4 is renamed kiosk six same place

Imagine bar will move to yumbo centre and re named studio 69 above six pack zone

Finally eden will not be spanish themed when open all we will tell you is the look there going for is amazing ..we seen the work in progress and its looking good xx"

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By *unloversCouple
over a year ago

rotherham

Can’t wait for this one

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Can’t wait for this one

Me too

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By *unloversCouple
over a year ago

rotherham

Hope our paths collide _amiss

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By *izzy n WillCouple
over a year ago

swansea

Following

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Hope our paths collide _amiss

Xx"

Ooh I hope so, it's been a long time

Xxx

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"This on the whole sums up pdi and well informed well done guys xx"

Cheers guys

Great to have roving reporters to share the latest and greatest from pdi.

Stay safe and enjoy the climate xx

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By *ecretpassion100Couple
over a year ago

Walsall

"This on the whole sums up pdi and well informed well done guys xx

Cheers guys

Great to have roving reporters to share the latest and greatest from pdi.

Stay safe and enjoy the climate xx"
lol reporting live from pdi ha ha see you soon xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Spain is finished,time to move on xx

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By *exygalWoman
over a year ago

sevenoaks

Wow what a ray of sunshine you are !!!!!

Such negativity is not really needed - is it ????

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We just hope to fook we get there in may.

It’s been far far too long.

It’s going to be one hell of a fook fest when the restraints come off, or go on, depending on your preference

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By *appytoadsCouple
over a year ago

West Dublin

Brilliant post well done booked for Oct and Christmas, hopefully we can get there, xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

thanks for the post

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

Looking forward to getting to GC and updating this list.

As well as all the usual suspects, looking forward to adding Studio 69, Eden, Temptation and Meeting to the reviews. And hopefully getting into Gatsby, which was sadly closed last year.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Thank you! great info for a newbie in GC ??

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Looking forward to getting to GC and updating this list.

As well as all the usual suspects, looking forward to adding Studio 69, Eden, Temptation and Meeting to the reviews. And hopefully getting into Gatsby, which was sadly closed last year."

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By *J73Couple
over a year ago

Bolton

As newbies heading out on 30th September, this review has been fantastic reading. Thank you very much for taking the time to write it xx

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By *weeny_toddMan
over a year ago

Dumfries

Thank you for reposting this review it was really handy on our first visit to PDI now we’ve just got to decide what month to visit next

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

Thank you for your kind words guys. Delighted it has been of value.

We’ll do a reiteration later this year off the back off our pending visit.

Gutted to hear that Gatsby will not be on the list though.

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By *nG BlackburnCouple
over a year ago

Blackburn and Bolton Areas

Great Post guys ... we are booked to go in June 2022. Can't wait ... are there any no go areas

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By *rslikesitCouple
over a year ago

Dunfermline

"Great Post guys ... we are booked to go in June 2022. Can't wait ... are there any no go areas"

Usually a bit quiet mid summer for swinging fun

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By *hilled sexy guyMan
over a year ago

dublin

Does anybody know of hotels in PDI with nude terraces to sunbath on that are adult only. Great post guys with all that info. Thks.

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By *atherjackhackettMan
over a year ago

Tipperary

Any one know whats a good place to stay for a single guy? Somewhere that they might do a good single person rate. Hotel or apartment. I'd be open to sharing too.

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By *ensual but naughtyCouple
over a year ago

somewhere

"Does anybody know of hotels in PDI with nude terraces to sunbath on that are adult only. Great post guys with all that info. Thks. "

HOTELS - Popular with swingers/naturists.

Note: none allow public ‘play’ or are classed as swinger hotels!

• Abora Catarina Hotel (5 mins walk to Cita)- Family hotel. Nudist rooftop terrace.

• Artika Natura Suites (next to La Mirage - Taxi to PDI centre) - Naturist hotel ONLY

• Gold Hotel (5 mins walk to Yumbo) - Adults only. No nudist area.

• Green Field Aparthotel (15 mins walk to Yumbo) - Family hotel. Nudist Solarium.

• Hotel Gran Canaria Princess (15 mins walk to Yumbo) - Adults only.

• HL Suites - Adults only. Nudist rooftop terrace.

• Magnolias Natura - Naturist hotel ONLY - No day visitors.

• Neptuno (Near Yumbo) - Adults only

• Playa Del Sol Apartments - Adults only. Nudist sun deck.

• Suite Hotel - Adults only. Nudist area on rooftop

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Hotels by Fabbers popularity (Sep-Dec 2021)

IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII - Gold Hotel

IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII - Venus Star

IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII - La Mirage

IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII - Catarina

IIIIIIIIIIIII - Playa del Sol

IIIIIIIII - Suite Hotel

IIIIIII - Gran Canaria Princess

IIII - Greenfields

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By *IDZCOUPLE2020Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

Great guide!

our first time 23/10 for a week.

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By *hilled sexy guyMan
over a year ago

dublin

Guys thanks so much for that great information regarding the hotels. Am travelling as a couple. Thanks.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We have booked playa del sol for March,cannot wait.x

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By *hor and FreyaCouple
over a year ago

Asgard

Newbies to PDI 20 - 27th November, looking for the best clubs/ bars to go too… any advice lol

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Newbies to PDI 20 - 27th November, looking for the best clubs/ bars to go too… any advice lol

We’ve all got our preferences and our preferred clubs/bars were Secret, Imagine (Studio 69 this year), Eternity (Eden this year). But equally you will have many tell you 2x2, Comeback and Fun4All, plus the new ones popping up.

Best advice is to visit them all, as they’ve all got a strong argument why they are the best. They’re all easy to get to and for the most part, just a drink or two each is the cost to enter.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Newbies to PDI 20 - 27th November, looking for the best clubs/ bars to go too… any advice lol

Best advice is to visit them all, as they’ve all got a strong argument why they are the best. They’re all easy to get to and for the most part, just a drink or two each is the cost to enter."

totally agree with this, something for everyone and they are welcoming to all new comers!

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By *hor and FreyaCouple
over a year ago

Asgard

"Newbies to PDI 20 - 27th November, looking for the best clubs/ bars to go too… any advice lol

Best advice is to visit them all, as they’ve all got a strong argument why they are the best. They’re all easy to get to and for the most part, just a drink or two each is the cost to enter."

Many thanks for your advice!!! Cannot wait to visit them all now xx

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By *enny_bigboobsCouple
over a year ago

Norwich Bury St Edmunds

This is great, thanks for the guide as newbies of Gran canary and PDI this will help us lots, We can’t wait.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We are looking to go in March next year first timers. Can't decide where to stay just yet though any recommendations. X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"We are looking to go in March next year first timers. Can't decide where to stay just yet though any recommendations. X

We are going in March too,first time,last week of March,staying in the playa del sol,it’s adults only,supposed to be good place and great location.xx

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By *edonist 2Couple
over a year ago

Fylde Coast.

We’re there early March with sexy friends….maybe we need to start a March thread?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"We are looking to go in March next year first timers. Can't decide where to stay just yet though any recommendations. X

Fully recommend Venus star

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"We’re there early March with sexy friends….maybe we need to start a March thread?

We're going in April, be sure to add us to the March list please

lol Good luck

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By *edonist 2Couple
over a year ago

Fylde Coast.

"We’re there early March with sexy friends….maybe we need to start a March thread?

We're going in April, be sure to add us to the March list please

lol Good luck

Haha!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just booked for Feb next year, be our first time as a swinging couple too so this is a great thread to follow!

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By *ussianbabeWoman
over a year ago

Belfast

"We’re there early March with sexy friends….maybe we need to start a March thread?

We're going in April, be sure to add us to the March list please

lol Good luck

Ha ha ..me too 23 rd April.. lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Brilliant! We're heading out there on Friday next week for a four night break, and it'll be our first swinging trip. We've just spent some time checking out the websites of the clubs you've mentioned and we've got our nights all planned now.

Truly invaluable intel.

Thank you so much.

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By *I TwoCouple
over a year ago

PDI 12-26th Nov 24

"Brilliant! We're heading out there on Friday next week for a four night break, and it'll be our first swinging trip. We've just spent some time checking out the websites of the clubs you've mentioned and we've got our nights all planned now.

Truly invaluable intel.

Thank you so much. "

Your a beautiful couple, you'll be popular in the clubs

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Thanks all for the recommendations

a March thread sounds good

we are looking to go 3rd week of march right now x

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By *edonist 2Couple
over a year ago

Fylde Coast.

"We’re there early March with sexy friends….maybe we need to start a March thread?

We're going in April, be sure to add us to the March list please

lol Good luck

Ha ha ..me too 23 rd April.. lol"

Get your own April thread you two!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"We’re there early March with sexy friends….maybe we need to start a March thread?

We're going in April, be sure to add us to the March list please

lol Good luck

Ha ha ..me too 23 rd April.. lol

Get your own April thread you two!!

Maybe even an April List? Wonder why no one's ever thought of a List before

Might give it a go

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Truly invaluable intel.

Thank you so much.

Your a beautiful couple, you'll be popular in the clubs

Aww, thanks so much! We're hoping so

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

This thread and a playmate on here have convinced me that going to PDI in a couple of weeks is a good idea.

So, as a solo male traveller, are there better places to stay/visit ?

Is there a better area ?

I don't play in clubs so that is not an issue. I just want to relax with easy going people.

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

Anyone with tips for a solo male who isn't bothered about chasing sex ?

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Anyone with tips for a solo male who isn't bothered about chasing sex ?

Probably the same advice we give to anyone about going to PDI.

First and foremost it’s a holiday, and a holiday resort. It’s not a swinging resort, but a resort that is very open, liberal, diverse and tolerant.

As such, this means that it’s frequented by many communities including the swinging community, and for this, it has a number of venues for swingers to enjoy.

My advice to you would be to enjoy them all as if you’re going to a bar/club over here.

If I was heading over as a single man, then one place I would definitely visit is Maclennans. And the reason being is that as a sports bar, you can go and watch the footy, have a game of pool or darts. Good ice breakers for a holiday.

I would also keep an eye in the forums as quite often you’ll get updates from places like Eden & Studio 69, to name a few, for events and welcome parties. From here, if you be yourself and have conversation, then simple questions during conversation like “how long have you been swinging for?”, “what you into, looking for?” will give you some indication and allow you to react accordingly without feeling awkward or making people feel awkward.

Hope this helps.

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

"Anyone with tips for a solo male who isn't bothered about chasing sex ?

Probably the same advice we give to anyone about going to PDI.

First and foremost it’s a holiday, and a holiday resort. It’s not a swinging resort, but a resort that is very open, liberal, diverse and tolerant.

As such, this means that it’s frequented by many communities including the swinging community, and for this, it has a number of venues for swingers to enjoy.

My advice to you would be to enjoy them all as if you’re going to a bar/club over here.

Hope this helps.

Yes, thank you.

I have regularly holidayed alone and had no issues. I love Benidorm because it is very accepting and liberal and had fun chatting to everyone.

I was more concerned about PDI as I don't want to appear to be one of "those guys", if you know what I mean.

I look like, but am not, a blokey bloke. I am not a fan of football and there is a fair chance that I will buy a bottle of wine or a GnT rather than a pint. So I wasn't sure where I would fit in.

Thanks for thenadvice and any more would be welcomed.

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

No worries

To be honest, the “single man” reputation that you elude to in “those guys”, if I’ve understood correctly is standard worldwide.

The key is that it’s a vacation and a holiday resort, and if you go with the same approach as you do to Benidorm, you’ll be just fine.

From what I’ve seen, the British and Irish men that go to PDI, aren’t really tarnished with the “those guys” brush and tend to mix with the couples that go to PDI as ultimately everyone is on holiday. Whether there’s anything sexual that happens, well that’s no different to a swinging night at a club for us. Sometimes it happens, sometimes it doesn’t.

There’s quite a few single men that go to PDI and I’m sure they can vouch for this.

I suggested Maclennans and regardless if you like the footy or not, people will be chilling having a beer/wine/cocktail and chatting or a game of pool and it’s a good meeting point.

If GnT is your tipple, then Studio 69 in the Yumbo would be the first place that comes to my head. They are single men friendly, and they have a good collection of branded gin.

Get yourself booked chap. You’ll have a blast!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Anyone with tips for a solo male who isn't bothered about chasing sex ?

Probably the same advice we give to anyone about going to PDI.

First and foremost it’s a holiday, and a holiday resort. It’s not a swinging resort, but a resort that is very open, liberal, diverse and tolerant.

As such, this means that it’s frequented by many communities including the swinging community, and for this, it has a number of venues for swingers to enjoy.

My advice to you would be to enjoy them all as if you’re going to a bar/club over here.

Hope this helps.

Yes, thank you.

I have regularly holidayed alone and had no issues. I love Benidorm because it is very accepting and liberal and had fun chatting to everyone.

I was more concerned about PDI as I don't want to appear to be one of "those guys", if you know what I mean.

I look like, but am not, a blokey bloke. I am not a fan of football and there is a fair chance that I will buy a bottle of wine or a GnT rather than a pint. So I wasn't sure where I would fit in.

Thanks for thenadvice and any more would be welcomed. "

I have to say, we have never met any of 'those guy's in PDI. All the single guys have always been lots of fun and very respectful and fit in well with most people, in any situation. I hope you decide to go, it's a great, fun place with lots of friendly people. I think you would enjoy any of the bars mentioned and there are plenty to choose from. Good luck!

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

Thanks both of you...or is it all 4 of you ?

I am going...just where to stay now.

Are they all good places or any to avoid ?

Heading to trip advisor next but any help

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Thanks both of you...or is it all 4 of you ?

I am going...just where to stay now.

Are they all good places or any to avoid ?

Heading to trip advisor next but any help

All four of us. I’d say we’re all a swinging family if it didn’t sound wrong, but I guess you know what we mean.

There is an October/November thread where there are a list of people going to PDI along with the hotels they are staying. A wonderful couple have even gone through the trouble of counting them all up, so you get a measure of popularity.

That said, we always aim for cheap and cheerful in and around the yumbo centre. There’s a place called playa del sol, which appears popular with swingers and naked bathing on the roof.

Otherwise trip, or booking. Stick a date in and put your search for Yumbo (as this is central) and see what returns. You can then look in map view to get an idea on bearings and location.

Avoid is hard to say to be honest. For example, we avoid hotels around the Irish Quarter and Maspalomas. Not that they’re bad, quite the opposite. We stayed in one that we really enjoyed and a lovely villa in the lovely looking Maspalomas, but we avoid based on the reason that we like to be smack bang in the centre of everything.

Some people may avoid the yumbo as they prefer somewhere that is less than 15/20 minutes to the beach. Where as we didn’t want to walk 15/20 minutes to the yumbo, rather have it on our doorstep for our type of holiday.

Other than this, most places have similar layouts and are clean.

Hope this makes sense.

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

Yes, that is helpful. I will want to go to the beach a few times but will go out most nights.

Think AI will be my option so off to see what I find.

Thankyou for your valuable time and kindness. X

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By *unloversCouple
over a year ago

rotherham

Abora catarina is one of our favourite hotels

Naked roof terrace…..walking distance to beach and cita centre for bars and clubs

Nice food…nice rooms and not bad prices

Xxx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Wow that was helpfull I was about to post something similare

I booked my ticket in next year September

I hardly could wait

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By *ndyman76Man
over a year ago

Glasgow

Another recently single guy here whos having serious sun and fun withdrawal sypmtoms. Im looking to get a holiday booked, will be on my own which to be honest is a bit daunting, just want a place where i wont look out of place and a chance of having some fun. Have been to Pdla in tenerife many times and PdI in Gran Canaria as a teenager. Just need a break from the crap here, is Playa del Ingles the better choice here?

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By *tan38Man
over a year ago

nuneaton

Yes 100% PDI, I’m a single guy and this place is great to just be who you want and do what you want… (Within the law obviously)

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Have been to Pdla in tenerife many times and PdI in Gran Canaria as a teenager. Just need a break from the crap here, is Playa del Ingles the better choice here?"

Both places are great, but travelling as a single in this lifestyle, I would give PDI the edge.

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By *lirty05Couple
over a year ago

Norwich

This is a fab idea x

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By *ndyman76Man
over a year ago

Glasgow

"Have been to Pdla in tenerife many times and PdI in Gran Canaria as a teenager. Just need a break from the crap here, is Playa del Ingles the better choice here?

Both places are great, but travelling as a single in this lifestyle, I would give PDI the edge."

Thanks for the reply looks like Gran Canaria it is then. Reading this forum, there certainly seems a great choice of places

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

This guide is super super useful, thank you!!

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By *uckandbunnyCouple
over a year ago

The Wild Wetness

Went to gran canaria for a long weekend a few years back and secrets was a great club.

Really enjoyed the nudist beaches and bunny has just suggested we go back next year.

Might try a swingers hotel this time as last time we had a great hotel but not near the main areas for fun.

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By *pcplCouple
over a year ago

Ipswich

Hi there, just arrived and we’re wondering what the situation was regarding nudist beach? Is kiosk 4 open and are there sun beds, got the drift that it’s not yet opened up? Thanks in advance

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By *xperimental CoupleCouple
over a year ago

Fab

Not open yet, but some bring towels

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By *lubcouple4135Couple
over a year ago

Selby

We will probably go 18-23/11. Now we thinking what hotel will be best, but we would like allinclusive and thinking about Abora Catarina... Any one been and can recomend or not please?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Quick question for any regulars. Do the bars over there prefer to be paid in British pound or the euro?

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By *den_GCCouple
over a year ago

San Fernando, Gran Canaria

"Quick question for any regulars. Do the bars over there prefer to be paid in British pound or the euro? "

We prefer Euro if paying by card. Otherwise we get charged for the change of currency

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By *I TwoCouple
over a year ago

PDI 12-26th Nov 24

"Quick question for any regulars. Do the bars over there prefer to be paid in British pound or the euro? "

Not sure about a bars point of view but we use a Santander credit card and the conversion rates are brilliant

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By *xperimental CoupleCouple
over a year ago

Fab

We usually use revolut card when away. Just top up before add pay in local currency and get great exchange rates

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Quick question for any regulars. Do the bars over there prefer to be paid in British pound or the euro?

Not sure about a bars point of view but we use a Santander credit card and the conversion rates are brilliant "

We’re exactly the same.

Take cash out of the wall with our Santander card at the Yumbo or other Santander banks. Choose Euros and this year’s rate is taking £30 less out my account for €500.

About 0.84 whether using card or taking money out.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"We usually use revolut card when away. Just top up before add pay in local currency and get great exchange rates"

On recommendation of friends, we now have a Revolut card, to try out, see how much(if any) handier/better it is

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By *xperimental CoupleCouple
over a year ago

Fab

It's really handy, can also use it on the phone to.

Can also block with your phone to if you lose it.

Get notifications when it's used. Rate is better, loads of other we features.

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

Good topic. It’ll be good to see some comparisons. I also use TransferWise (now Wise) for my business as I also deal in Euros and Dollars, but never used it as a personal account.

Might need to review.

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By *I TwoCouple
over a year ago

PDI 12-26th Nov 24

"Quick question for any regulars. Do the bars over there prefer to be paid in British pound or the euro?

Not sure about a bars point of view but we use a Santander credit card and the conversion rates are brilliant

We’re exactly the same.

Take cash out of the wall with our Santander card at the Yumbo or other Santander banks. Choose Euros and this year’s rate is taking £30 less out my account for €500.

About 0.84 whether using card or taking money out."

We hardly ever use cash the Santander card is loaded on my watch and phone

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By *uckandbunnyCouple
over a year ago

The Wild Wetness

We normally take cash, so will have to look into some alternatives.

Think we used our nationwide debit card last time.

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By *den_GCCouple
over a year ago

San Fernando, Gran Canaria

We used a Post Office card one year. You can top it up using your debit card. It's usually a Mastercard so is accepted most places

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By *lubcouple4135Couple
over a year ago

Selby

Just thinking-is there any facebook group or messanger or maybe WhatsApp, where all, who going to GC is chatting?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Just thinking-is there any facebook group or messanger or maybe WhatsApp, where all, who going to GC is chatting? "

We would be interested in this also

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

This is a very couples friendly area. Very relaxed and welcoming of all.

But where are the available ladies to have a flirt with?

I have sat on the patio watching the world go by and none have passed me.

A few ladies have wandered by, hand in hand, but I am yet to see any who appear single.

So, is there a hiding place or is that just the nature of the resort ?

I guess Pride has something to do with it as well?

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By *xperimental CoupleCouple
over a year ago

Fab

None showing on who's near?

Could try other apps that use location

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

I like a laugh with all sorts of people...I am not choosy, so they don't need to be swingers.

I walked around last night and didn't see any obvious place where non couples meet.

I am not on the pull, I just like to socialise with the opposite sex.

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By *I TwoCouple
over a year ago

PDI 12-26th Nov 24

Try tinder

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

That is not what I meant.

Justly looking for a bar with a cross section of average peeps.

Never mind.

Carry on folks.

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By *xposedInTheSunCouple
over a year ago

Cambridgeshire

"This is a very couples friendly area. Very relaxed and welcoming of all.

But where are the available ladies to have a flirt with?

I think it's also half-term, so mainly families. From what I've seen it's not really a singles resort.

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By *den_GCCouple
over a year ago

San Fernando, Gran Canaria

Next week will be more people coming as Half Term is over and the kids and families will leave. Then it's Filth Time!

Plus Pride as well. This island os going to be rocking

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

I get that. As I said, not "on the pull", I was just wondering. Anyway, I will top up the tan and exercise in the sun.

Very pretty here.

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Good topic. It’ll be good to see some comparisons. I also use TransferWise (now Wise) for my business as I also deal in Euros and Dollars, but never used it as a personal account.

Might need to review."

So to offer a comparison, I used both the Santander ATM (at Yumbo) and my Santander Visa Debit card when out in PDI. Always dealing in the local currency (ie Euros).

Over the last 9 days, it would appear I get a bit more for my pound if I take cash out the wall. The rate was 0.84x. If I paid using the card, then the rate was 0.85x.

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By *abcouple1Couple
over a year ago

Glasgow

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By *athnBobCouple
over a year ago

sandwell

So to offer a comparison, I used both the Santander ATM (at Yumbo) and my Santander Visa Debit card when out in PDI. Always dealing in the local currency (ie Euros).

Over the last 9 days, it would appear I get a bit more for my pound if I take cash out the wall. The rate was 0.84x. If I paid using the card, then the rate was 0.85x."

Same rate but you pay a commission on using the card as a debit card but no commission on using it as a hole in the wall card. (zero commission only applies at santander cash machines)

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By *exy BeckyCouple
over a year ago

near Agde, France

Not newbies to GC, but just tagging onto this thread.

We'll be spending the winter there and happy to meet couples and singles...!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

First time for us heading December

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By *oupleNorwayCouple
over a year ago

Ålesund, Norway

Excuse our stupid question, but do people have anal sex in clubs there?

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By *ot Wife BeckyCouple
over a year ago

Near Agde

"Excuse our stupid question, but do people have anal sex in clubs there?"

Don’t know, but it’s a great chat-up line..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It's big in the Gay clubs, a little less so in the Swinger clubs but if you ask nicely

lol

Seriously though, pretty much anything consensual takes place in the clubs there

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By *oupleNorwayCouple
over a year ago

Ålesund, Norway

Thats nice to hear. Just love to see how my wife having rough anal. Really cant wait our vacation in beginning of January

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By *exwaterCouple
over a year ago

waterford

Thinking of a break to some part of Spain shortly. Any tips or hints please guys

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By *lubcouple4135Couple
over a year ago

Selby

10 days to go

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By *lubcouple4135Couple
over a year ago

Selby

We booked tickets for ryanair from Manchester to GC 18/11 and return 23/11. We decided to fly from stansted insted so bought new tickets.

If some one want to fly from Manchester on that dates you can pay for name change and get the tickets.. We no want any thing for a change

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By *imon2016Man
over a year ago

Dublin

Very nice thing to do. Fair play.

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By *lubcouple4135Couple
over a year ago

Selby

"We booked tickets for ryanair from Manchester to GC 18/11 and return 23/11. We decided to fly from stansted insted so bought new tickets.

If some one want to fly from Manchester on that dates you can pay for name change and get the tickets.. We no want any thing for a change"

Any body?

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By *aidbare5Couple
over a year ago

down the road

Great post

Booking a few days in March.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Thank you so much OP for all the info for newbies.

One question I have that doesn’t seem to be covered, it’s a bit girlie but what do people wear in the clubs out there? Are they dress down or normal clothes? Ty

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Thank you so much OP for all the info for newbies.

One question I have that doesn’t seem to be covered, it’s a bit girlie but what do people wear in the clubs out there? Are they dress down or normal clothes? Ty"

Typically the pubs/meeting points are normal clothes. You can be smart casual, dress up. You’ll get a feel for this during your visits.

Then the clubs are pretty much the same, but once in, you can dress down.

Best rule of thumb is treat them as you would if you went out on holiday with no swinging footprint. But if you like dressing down, have you best undies on.

Hope this helps. xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thank you so much OP for all the info for newbies.

One question I have that doesn’t seem to be covered, it’s a bit girlie but what do people wear in the clubs out there? Are they dress down or normal clothes? Ty

Typically the pubs/meeting points are normal clothes. You can be smart casual, dress up. You’ll get a feel for this during your visits.

Then the clubs are pretty much the same, but once in, you can dress down.

Best rule of thumb is treat them as you would if you went out on holiday with no swinging footprint. But if you like dressing down, have you best undies on.

Hope this helps. xx"

Perfect!! Thank you

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By *ilk_manMan
over a year ago

dublin

"Quick question for any regulars. Do the bars over there prefer to be paid in British pound or the euro? "

I’m puzzled by this query. Why would the bars prefer to be paid in a foreign currency?

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By *ockandrollaMan
over a year ago

Birmingham

Flying out in my own tomorrow morning for 5 nights x

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By *urlitlesecretxCouple
over a year ago

Glasgow

Great thread, loads of useful info. We are hoping to head over this year x

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By *arryOMan
over a year ago

Woolowich

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By *orny1969Man
over a year ago

blackburn

Flying out on my own 13th jan for a few nights staying at Abora caterina

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By *ighlander80884Man
over a year ago

Inverness

"Quick question for any regulars. Do the bars over there prefer to be paid in British pound or the euro?

I’m puzzled by this query. Why would the bars prefer to be paid in a foreign currency?"

Because if they charge a higher rate and swap it into euros to get more money than they would if they just charged in euros.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Quick question for any regulars. Do the bars over there prefer to be paid in British pound or the euro?

I’m puzzled by this query. Why would the bars prefer to be paid in a foreign currency?

Because if they charge a higher rate and swap it into euros to get more money than they would if they just charged in euros. "

Why don't you try going into your local pub and pay in Euro's, that'll go down well I'd imagine

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Quick question for any regulars. Do the bars over there prefer to be paid in British pound or the euro?

I’m puzzled by this query. Why would the bars prefer to be paid in a foreign currency?

Because if they charge a higher rate and swap it into euros to get more money than they would if they just charged in euros. "

I understand where you’re coming from. But the answer is no. They’ll take your Euros happily and if you pay by card, make sure you pay in Euros, not GBP.

What you’re saying I have experienced, but this is when currency is all over the place. Take Yugoslavia in 1989 when inflation was going out of control and the dinar collapsed. At this point they’d happily take your Sterling as a strong stable currency.

You might experience this in Turkey currently with Erdogan’s governing. My mom bought £1000 of Lira when the rate was crazy. From 2 to around 8 lira to the £1. That is probably worth around £500 now, if she’s lucky.

So based on this, locals wouldn’t want to hold savings in Lira and before the yeni Turkish lira (when you’d be a millionaire overnight), they would keep their money in US Dollars or Deutschmark.

The same with the Dominican Peso, locals would trade in US Dollar and so on.

As you probably know, the Euro is relatively stable as if the Pound.

Long winded I know but to answer your question, Euros is the currency that’s typically traded.

Just thought I’d add some additional explanation as I think this was the route you were going down.

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By *isfits behaving badlyCouple
over a year ago

Coventry

This thread all very useful. It's our first time in time in March.

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By *hropsGuy69Man
over a year ago

telford

Awesome effort gone into this ! Thankyou Op !

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Great info. Going with the Mrs this September and never done the swinging scene but hoping it’s something she considers

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By *morous twosomeCouple
over a year ago

Northeast

Recommendations please everyone

Hotels

And places to go

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By *I TwoCouple
over a year ago

PDI 12-26th Nov 24

"Recommendations please everyone

Hotels

And places to go

Scroll up and read,most of what you want is already in this thread

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By *it for TattCouple
over a year ago

Taunton

We stayed at Venus last year, we didn’t know what to expect, but had an awesome week!! Lying naked in the sunshine with likeminded people. No pressure, just did what we fancied

Back again 12-19 February happy days

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By *ugbyLad0Man
over a year ago

Limerick

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Excellent info thank you

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By *riSiMan
over a year ago

Nottingham

Great thread, very useful. Thanks to all contributers.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Thank you xx a great guide

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By *etergemmaCouple
over a year ago

South Dublin Area

Its on the to do list year.

Thinking of going in spring some time.

Thanks

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By *xBelMorriganMan
over a year ago

Dublin

Really helpful thread! Thank you to all contributors. I'm hoping to book a trip in September this year though it seems from a lot of posts that October is more popular?

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

You should try to get there for the Pride week.

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By *iddyandherCouple
over a year ago

Benidorm

Thanks for the info

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just Tee

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By *ustTeeWoman
over a year ago

Carrickfergus

Thanks

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By *ouncy BabyWoman
over a year ago

Leicester

Very informative thank you. Going there 5th July for a week with hubby

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By *emptd2Man
over a year ago

City centre

Thanks for this, very helpful.

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By *orcouple CCouple
over a year ago

Manchester

*bump*

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

This is such a helpful thread!!

Do you think PDI is safe enough for a single female? I’m thinking of booking in April. Little nervous xx

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By *obel42Couple
over a year ago

North Lancashire

I’d say definitely!!

What would cause you to feel unsafe?

E (F)

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By *I TwoCouple
over a year ago

PDI 12-26th Nov 24

"This is such a helpful thread!!

Do you think PDI is safe enough for a single female? I’m thinking of booking in April. Little nervous xx"

Yes it is, the bars, clubs and the areas they are in are extremely safe we have never seen a problem anywhere in PDI even walking back from the Nilo centre at 3am

I'd maybe suggest you use taxis from the clubs to the hotel they are really cheap anyway.

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"This is such a helpful thread!!

Do you think PDI is safe enough for a single female? I’m thinking of booking in April. Little nervous xx"

Sharing our thoughts, we would certainly say PDI is a safe resort. But like anywhere in the world, just adhere to best practice and common sense, as there are opportunists everywhere, be it Swansea, Brum, The Bronx, Beverly Hills or PDI.

For example, I wouldn’t get off my face d*unk, unable to walk and stagger down the street be it a main road or a quiet alleyway even as a man. I wouldn’t do this anyway, as I’m not a huge drinker. But just an example.

You do get a fair few single ladies that do go over alone. And they drink, dance, have a good time. And they are repeat offenders. Hopefully that’s testament to PDI.

If you head to the clubs in the UK on a couples/females night, then you’ll know that more and more females attend these events alone, simply because they feel safe in the hands that couples do look out for them, be it hubby or wife. And feel more safe than some of the vanilla places.

By coming in the forums, you’ve made a good start, as you’ll see who’s going over in April and can start to build some rapport.

There’s also quite a few single guys that head over to PDI and are all part of the PDI family. I know single males do get the rough end of the stick from time to time, due to a small number that then ruin the reputation for the majority. But rest assured, some decent guys head over with the right mindset of getting over for a holiday, chilling, socialising, beers and fun should the night go in that direction.

So based on this, I would confidently say you’ve got plenty of options to put your mind at ease to go over. Get your holibobs booked, get networking and we’ll see you in April for a few cheeky cocktails.

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By *everyoungCouple
over a year ago

sheffield

Very well said and I’m sure this will help many people

New and old ??

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By *den_GCCouple
over a year ago

San Fernando, Gran Canaria

It's probably worth adding that as safe as PDI is, you should never leave your drink unattended (as applies to any other country) this applies to couples as well as singles.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"It's probably worth adding that as safe as PDI is, you should never leave your drink unattended (as applies to any other country) this applies to couples as well as singles."

Have to agree, we had a drink spiked in one of the Clubs, a few years back. It was MsSoutherns but as it was the end of the night, I drank it. Knew within 10/15 minutes I wasn't right and was out of it within 20 minutes(thankfully we usually stay 5 minutes from Cita). I wasn't right for at least 48-72 hours. We would never leave a drink unattended now....even with a beer mat on top of it!! lol

Be sensible, were there are d*unk people, there will always be people looking to take advantage...and not in a good way

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Thank you so much for the info!

I’ve booked 28th March- 6th April. Can’t wait to make some connections. I’ll be needing a dancing buddy

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By *ustusboth2013Couple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"Thank you so much for the info!

I’ve booked 28th March- 6th April. Can’t wait to make some connections. I’ll be needing a dancing buddy

Great news!

You’ve had some great advice and anecdotes from regulars and Miss Eden who lives over there.

Sadly our dancing shoes will only be dusted and polished for the 20th April, but rest assured adhere to the great advice, and at a great resort with great people there, you’re in for a great time.

Have fun and we might see you in October when you book your second trip to the wonderful island of Gran Canaria and join the serial holiday makers.

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By *our LamourCouple
over a year ago

'near that London'

"Thank you so much for the info!

I’ve booked 28th March- 6th April. Can’t wait to make some connections. I’ll be needing a dancing buddy

You will have a great time. PM us if you need any help or advice

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By *exy BeckyCouple
over a year ago

near Agde, France

Becky had a solo trip there a couple of years ago.

Whether driving or walking, she felt totally safe the whole time.

As has been said, you should take the same precautions as you would anywhere, be that at home or abroad, male or female.

She will be back several times later this year.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Great thread

We arrive on Friday and all the info on here has been very helpful, thanks to all

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By *AZMIKCouple
over a year ago

Newton le Willows

"Great thread

We arrive on Friday and all the info on here has been very helpful, thanks to all

We’re there at the same time if you fancy a drink let us know

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