Summary
Thousands of horse racing fans are traveling to Benidorm, Spain, to watch the Cheltenham Festival from afar instead of attending in person due to lower costs and a relaxed environment. The Cheltenham Festival is a major horse racing event in England, and locations like Benidorm are becoming popular alternatives as people seek better value for their money.
Key Facts
- The Cheltenham Festival is a major jump-racing event in England.
- Thousands of fans are choosing to watch the races from Benidorm, Spain, to save money.
- Bookings for Cheltenham week in Benidorm are up 65%, with hotel bookings increasing by 225%.
- People say they enjoy the sunshine and cheaper prices in Spain compared to the UK.
- Some fans attended the event in person before but switched to traveling to Spain for financial reasons.
- The cost of accommodation and tickets at Cheltenham has increased, pushing some fans to seek alternatives.
- Despite some rain in Benidorm, many continue to choose it for the cost benefits and relaxed atmosphere.
