Been going to Tenerife for over 30 years and watched it going downhill big time, muggings by foreigners and also by the local prostitutes, pick pockets, phones being stolen, bags being stolen, wallets, jewellery being snatched from people’s necks etc, drugs being sold everywhere day and night, it’s actually worse than Benidorm now and I know as I go to Benidorm 5/6 times a year, Tenerife needs a visual police presence as they have in Benidorm on the strip, they are always driving up and down it and police with sniffer dogs go in the pubs looking for drugs in people’s bags and wallets, pockets etc, it definitely helps!!
Hi Rick, I’ve paused your video, believe me or not, with 16m 27 seconds to go to thank you for this. I may not like it or agree with it but from all I’ve learned in your vlogs you have a fair and balanced view. The world isn’t perfect anywhere and you can’t generate click bait TH-cam safety vlogs highlighting all the incidents but encourage people to hire cars nudge nudge wink wink say no more
Love it Rick, you dont pull any punches and straight to the point allways, you call a spade a spade. Cant wait to see you again in january, and make you blush again by saying big fan here 😂. Keep them coming and snoop says Hi to Rolo😊
The same could happen in any town,any where,at anytime it’s just when you are on holiday your guard is somewhat down and you tend to do things that you necessarily wouldn’t do when at home.Be sensible and aware and you will be safe and enjoy your time.I genuinely feel safer in Tenerife than in places at home
Great video I am coming out in 4 weeks as a solo traveller so this has given me some re-assuarnce. As you say you just need to be careful as you would anywhere.
Hi Rick love the Rick vlog as I’ve told you before .Your making soo much sense thank you for the heads up .Your making me homesick for Tenerife again 🥹🥹🥹🥹but I do love seeing the sunshine and the walks n everything else you pair give us .We will be there in October I can’t wait .Take care you 2 ,xxxxC
Thanks Rick, I started travelling alone last year and my first solo adventure was Los Cris. It's thanks to you and the other Tenerife vloggers, Col, Tim, Kevin, Michael, Tez etc that I knew where I was going. It's all about keeping your wits about you. Cross body man bags are better than baggy pockets, back pockets in trousers and shorts are better left empty. I love people watching but remember to look out for yourself. Keep up the thought provoking vlogs Rick.🤔☺
Wise words Rick. I spent my whole working life in Brixton street market and I can count on the fingers of one hand the number of times I had a major loss, every time because I let my guard down and got complacent. Keep that radar on at all times people!
Great vlog rick talking about the subject in title as described. Not wasting time to get views. Great points and honest experiences which will help lot of people . Well done
Very sensible advice! And completely honest. We've all been guilty about being blase on holiday. The bad uns are not on holiday, they're working. Wherever that may be, Tenerife, Newcastle, Glasgow.....great wee vlog
Last year when leaving a bar and going back to our hotel, Sabila, I clocked 2 guys who were making eyes at mine and my friends watches so headed back to the hotel as quickly as possible, the watches didn’t come out the safe again all holiday……. Great vlog as always Rick 😊
I did wonder when you would touch on this subject Rick and you delivered. Very well explained. It seems to be rife the world over. It's life i think u said... agreed. Thanks again and take care🙏.
We feel as safe as we can we are more wary when around playa las Americas but also anywhere on the island yes proper zipped man bag or handbag.Glad you putting this vlog out there Rick.But we love coming to the island it won’t stop us we don’t drink loads to be unsafe.
hi rickey fantasy vido yes l must agree with u this can happen anywhere u go by the way l am coming to tenerife early in September hope to bump into u great advice Xx
Thanks, Rick very informative, and helpful, been to tenerife several times. Never seen anything out of the ordinary, but know it goes on, especially the looky lookies with the bracelets, will now Never leave unattended bags phones, thanks for the info, and keep up the good work, Mike McDaid.
I got approached by a bag seller in Porto Colon trying to selling me a bag for my wife and when I said no , he offered me Cocaine , I don't do drugs !!🤔
Excellent video, thank you. Don't understand people saying they won't come back to Tenerife 'cos of Jay/Drugs/Pick pockets. That happens all over the world. I was there last September and had an amazing time & will definitely be back when my health improves 🤞😍
Been going Tenerife for 24 yrs now sometimes several times a year, like you say Rick its all about common sense etc.and not putting yourself in that position of leaving phones on tables, wallets in pockets etc. Xx
Very true, you have to look after yourself anywere these days 😢. My husband would have done the same, protecting his family ❤.. We've been coming to Tenerife for over 30 years and have never experienced any problems. It's really good advice, brilliant love, your honesty 😊xx❤
Anyone else see a UFO about 1min 50’seconds in ? On the right …. Anyway this just was on on my recommend feed , so gave it a view , good common sense , was always that way in 90’s , folk would start talking about football then one guy would be trying to get your wallet from your pocket
I have 1 question. Why have you not made 1 video on jay slater, and you have made 4 videos in tenerife in the last 4 weeks and not once have you mentioned him ????
TH-cam makes money! And making money from someone’s loss is a moral compass I cannot condone!! Other than speculation I have no idea what the real story is. So the only other reason to make a video would be to make money and that doesn’t sit well with me. Hope that helps! Rick
Tenerife does seem to have gotten alot worse of late though. The amount of attacks, muggings, thefts and disappearances has definitely increased. I used to live there myself and its on a different level now. What a sad world it is when you can’t carry your owned hard earned cash aside from exactly what you can afford to lose or wear your favourite jewellery.
Well said rick love tenerife won't put me off I visit about two or three times a year Los christanos very safe will be back in September looking forward to it 👍☘️☘️
Brilliant video as always Rick, so honest and genuine, unlike the other "tenerife vloggers". Agree with every single thing and example you mentioned today, ur videos on the channel and together with Shelly are absolutely brilliant. My elderly parents go out to the apartment every year in March and do the exact same things as u say, by not making themselves an obvious target and keeping things safe and not taking big wads of cash out each night. Having been out to visit them there, theres still so many folk who dont think like that and no wonder they are targetted. Loving the channel, the story about the family at the karaoke last week was amazing, hopefully see Shelly sing next March when out for a break in LC. Cheers.
Mate I have been robbed at gun point in Morocco. I have been arrested in Saudi Arabia for drinking a 7up in the street during Ramadan. I was slapped by Garda Civil in Ibiza for refusing to pay a fine. I have an outstanding fine in Turkey for £10 payments for a Uk citizen entering Turkey but I was working in Northern Iraq and Southern Turkey and I payed the first £10 but refused the other 15 times. I was in Tenerife in May 2011 when the woman was beheaded at the Valdez Centre in Los Cristiano’s. I was in Yates at Starco when a guy tried to rob my Oakley sunglasses and my elbow accidentally smashed his face in. I was arrested in Magaluf at 19 for walking into a fight. I walked up the hill as police were moving people down the hill. I eventually became the front of the line and I took exception to the police man hitting me with his batton. They drove us out into the middle of nowhere and it took two hours to walk back to palma nova. If you travel enough you will meet up with criminals and the law at some point in life but it’s never stopped me travelling.
It’s Ok! I like the way my knee caps are facing if that Ok!!lol As mentioned, like all towns and cities. If you want to find trouble within 10 minutes it will present itself. The average to normal holiday maker won’t even see that side.
Never take jewellery away on holiday.. there is a black corner .. as if leaving buddies .. walking down .. then turn left to Mirador strip.. they jump out of cars there. Like you say . Only take out what you need 😊
My sons gold chain got snapped off his kneck new year the worst of it was given to him off his dad he doesn't even drink he was visiting friend's in los cristianos
Absolutely brilliant vlog Rick, as you know we have been coming over for a number of years and if you are aware of what you’re doing you can see all of those scenarios every day. Well done 👍😎
Thanks for this Rick, coming to Tenerife in September and had no Preconceived ideas or worries from recent events, it’s a bl&&dy sh&t show all over the world in varying degrees and as a result common sense must come to the fore?! Great vlogs as always ❤
Wow interesting blog, I never come to Tenerife with my jewellery and we only take out what we can afford to loose, great you’ve put this warning out there 👍
Rick there's Drugs,theft and scumbags everywhere mate .I had my wallet pinched whilst lying by the pool in Castle Harbour about 28 years ago ,it was when there used to be a lot of the timeshare people living there ,so there was a few desperate individuals knocking about . Also a year or two later we were down the strip and a looky looky came up to us at a table trying to sell my wife a watch . Like an idiot I said why does she want a new watch when she has one on that has diamonds in it . Later we get in a cab back to Castle Harbour and notice the watch is gone . I think the looky looky must of tipped off a pickpocket . I was stupid on both occasions . Rick sorry to bring this up but weren't you the one who said it was safe to leave your phone and wallet on the table whilst nipping to the loo in the pub you worked at on the Mirador strip ?
HeyJason. Yes I was pal, but thats different. Thats INSIDE the bar. Its the people who leave them on the street side and then turn away that blows my mind.
We always take out what we think we need for that day/night. If you take all your money out then you are fair game to be robbed in My opinion. Rick see you on Thursday in Hoppy’s if Shelley is better. ❤
Hi Rick, my wife had her bag snatched off her shoulder by a young lad but there was no money or cards in it only makeup I hope the lipstick was his colour, another time someone came up to us outside the Mediterranean palace he was putting his hand near my pocket I shouted in his face and he was off, I always wear shorts with zips on the pocket’s which I bought in Tenerife, when we go out on an evening I only take enough money for the night, we don’t consider Tenerife unsafe crime happens everywhere
Hi Rick, well done on this Vlog, it dosnt matter where you go don’t stand out with lots of rings and jewels on, a wallet with no card , enough money for the evening, some folk take there passports with them as well, a Blackpool Kiss Me quick Hat is sure to stand out in Tenerife 😂😂. Think that Pick pocket on Beach 🏖️ got a sore one. Cheers 👋, enjoy your week .
Two guys tried to pickpocket my older brother once in Birmingham because he probably looks vulnerable because he's only 5'2, but what these two guys did not know 😂 my brother as been training people in all aspects of marital arts for probably over 20 years now,but unfortunately my brother did get arrested but it never went to court,but the two guys went to hospital 😊
Informative. Thank you. When Scotsman in Tenerife posts vlogs with a similar title, it’s just Clickbait with boring content. 9:55 I’d had enough of it and unsubscribed a long time ago. This is more like it. Well done!👍
Just sums up what this planet has become, Tenerife is ust no different from anywhere else, please dont ask me why its has become the planet that it has as I cant give you the answer nor can I offer a solution, what I do know is that it really is a shame and I wonder how much longer can it go on. excellent post. All the best Rick
Tenerife is as safe as you keep yourself safe, just like the UK. Problem is Rick, we can make videos like this until we’re blue in the face but we either get accused of clickbaiting, or folk simply don’t take heed of the advice. I feel safer in Veronicas than I do in the high street of my hometown at Bournemouth at night. Statistically a less chance of getting robbed, stabbed or even worse.
Not once mentioned jay slater. Dose he know more. Fella, i know this affects your buissnes and probably is affecting your business, but a kid has lost his life R.i.p jay slater. Hes only making this because hes losing money b
Absolute despise anyone who made money off that poor lad and the families misery no matter what the lads past was. People profiteering from that are the lowest of the low in my eyes! Hence the reason I remain quiet. Thanks for getting involved.
Great vlog as usual Rick.2 sides to every story ..After what happened in Southport ,England yesterday re 3 innocent little children died after attack ,is Tenerife safe?!A lot safer than England it seems .No more words sorry😢😢
Great vlog Rick. Trouble happens everywhere, look at poor Southport.🙏 Unfortunately Trouble has a knock on effect from Beer, drugs, pickpockets opportunists, it's always linked to something, and as sad as it we just have stay out of it. You can't live your life being scared. Tenerife is as safe as you make it for yourself, act with caution like you do everyday and there's no issue whatsoever.
Yes, But not by choice. What I was trying to say was this singer because of her position was extra alert to her surroundings, as most probably are you when working late.
@@ricktenerife yes but I would also add women are always on alert around men. I think it’s primal instinct. I think reducing the risk helps by either street lamps or police presence. Women don’t know which men are more deviant so they have to assume u til ruled out. This is my personal option and experience
Ive been coming to tenerife for years, never been a victim of theft i dont regard myself lucky but like home am aware of my surroundings and thats why ive not been a victim of theft, am out in september for 3 weeks hope ive not kinxed myself now lol, great vlog rick about a serious topic unlike andy pandys vlogs about it 😅
Hi Rick, every town and city has an underbelly. These people are very tricky and you just need to keep your wits about you at all times. Trust no one 👍
Rick you sure you got this right. The guy giving the thrashing looks like a tramp/pickpocket and the guy being thrashed looks like a young guy at the beach with his family 🤔🤔
Rats 🐀 are everywhere Rick, you just have to be aware of your surroundings. Having said that the drug problem on the island is getting out of control 😢
I always think it's down to peoples own stupidty that creates scenarios like your topic. I love Tenerife, fully aware press will always highlight a story without the full press being shown. Been going to Tenerife for well over 20 years, never once (personally) seen any issues.
@@timevans8902 Just read all your comments on this thread Tim and the true colours have come out I am afraid. and its time to say goodbye. I am not here to be goaded by people. Say hi to Knightstrider whilst drinking in his bar from me. All the best pal.
I’ve been to Tenerife more than 20 times and will always return. Some people let their guard down on holiday and think everyone is a ‘holidaymaker’. Common sense wherever you are. You wouldn’t carry valuable documents about at home or leave your phone or bag unattended, maybe if your in your very cosy local… so why be silly on holidays.
Rick luckily i stopped going to the beautiful island of tenerife when i heeded the warnings from kevin the scotsman.TENERIFE DISASTER,IT DIDN'T END WELL IN TENERIFE, DONT FALL FOR THIS SCAM ,he frightened me for life i used to love going to tenerife..
Andy if u stopped going to Tenerife due to my videos I worry you will feel safe anywhere as I have hundreds of videos praising Tenerife don't be offended by titles .
nothing will stop me coming to Tenerife. I am far more careful now than I was 20yrs ago.though. I always keep myself aware of my surroun ings and the people I see walking about with handbags open and purses on the top. Phones sticking out of pockets,madness.Great video Rick. Re the video of the thief getting hit, I don't blame the man who hit him,The media as always have to make a story about how dangerous Tenerife is, I feel safe there.
We have been coming there since 2005 never had any problems in fact we’re coming Saturday wouldn’t go anywhere else love it ❤️❤️
Been going to Tenerife for over 30 years and watched it going downhill big time, muggings by foreigners and also by the local prostitutes, pick pockets, phones being stolen, bags being stolen, wallets, jewellery being snatched from people’s necks etc, drugs being sold everywhere day and night, it’s actually worse than Benidorm now and I know as I go to Benidorm 5/6 times a year, Tenerife needs a visual police presence as they have in Benidorm on the strip, they are always driving up and down it and police with sniffer dogs go in the pubs looking for drugs in people’s bags and wallets, pockets etc, it definitely helps!!
Brilliant vlog. So well presented and explained. We are all guilty of not being careful at times. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it Heather
Brilliant turned out exactly as expected. If you’re scared to go to Tenerife, where will you go? Safe as houses 👍👍👍
Cheers Gary
Very true, Rick. Great topic discussed here.
Thanks for listening. Hope you are having a great time.
Hi Rick, I’ve paused your video, believe me or not, with 16m 27 seconds to go to thank you for this. I may not like it or agree with it but from all I’ve learned in your vlogs you have a fair and balanced view. The world isn’t perfect anywhere and you can’t generate click bait TH-cam safety vlogs highlighting all the incidents but encourage people to hire cars nudge nudge wink wink say no more
Have to agree with you gary. I hope the video makes sense!
Love it Rick, you dont pull any punches and straight to the point allways, you call a spade a spade. Cant wait to see you again in january, and make you blush again by saying big fan here 😂. Keep them coming and snoop says Hi to Rolo😊
Haha Nice one Des.
The same could happen in any town,any where,at anytime it’s just when you are on holiday your guard is somewhat down and you tend to do things that you necessarily wouldn’t do when at home.Be sensible and aware and you will be safe and enjoy your time.I genuinely feel safer in Tenerife than in places at home
Me also Al
Great video I am coming out in 4 weeks as a solo traveller so this has given me some re-assuarnce. As you say you just need to be careful as you would anywhere.
Glad it was helpful!
Well said Rick & this highlighted that wherever you are … you have to have your wits about you though would never put us off going to Tenerife xx👍👍
Thanks Anne
Hi Rick love the Rick vlog as I’ve told you before .Your making soo much sense thank you for the heads up .Your making me homesick for Tenerife again 🥹🥹🥹🥹but I do love seeing the sunshine and the walks n everything else you pair give us .We will be there in October I can’t wait .Take care you 2 ,xxxxC
You are so welcome Collette. See you in October
Thanks Rick, I started travelling alone last year and my first solo adventure was Los Cris. It's thanks to you and the other Tenerife vloggers, Col, Tim, Kevin, Michael, Tez etc that I knew where I was going. It's all about keeping your wits about you. Cross body man bags are better than baggy pockets, back pockets in trousers and shorts are better left empty. I love people watching but remember to look out for yourself. Keep up the thought provoking vlogs Rick.🤔☺
Thanks so much Tony
Wise words Rick. I spent my whole working life in Brixton street market and I can count on the fingers of one hand the number of times I had a major loss, every time because I let my guard down and got complacent. Keep that radar on at all times people!
Totally agree
Great vlog rick talking about the subject in title as described. Not wasting time to get views. Great points and honest experiences which will help lot of people . Well done
Glad you enjoyed it Lyn
Absolutely spot on...Very well presented .....
Glad you think so! sonic
Great video Rick, I hope alot of people who are wondering this watch your vlog . Well put together 👍🏼
Thanks Alli! All the best
Good vlog as ever Rick.Always 2 sides to a story.Every story!..Well after what happened in Southport,England to these innocent children ,no words😢😢
So sad
Very sensible advice! And completely honest. We've all been guilty about being blase on holiday. The bad uns are not on holiday, they're working. Wherever that may be, Tenerife, Newcastle, Glasgow.....great wee vlog
So true!nThanks Willie
Amazing Rick I like your stories and you have great life experience. Thanks for what you do 😁
I appreciate that thanks
@@ricktenerife no bother Rick you give good advice my friend
Issues everywhere. Stay on guard.
Good vlog Rick I have always felt safe in Tenerife as long as you keep your wits about you
Absolutely Una
Last year when leaving a bar and going back to our hotel, Sabila, I clocked 2 guys who were making eyes at mine and my friends watches so headed back to the hotel as quickly as possible, the watches didn’t come out the safe again all holiday……. Great vlog as always Rick 😊
Very wise
Coming over on Thursday mate and I have no issues with it. As you say, it happens everywhere. Unfortunately. It’s the world we live in.
So true. Have a great time
@@ricktenerife will do as we’re house hunting to move over permanently. So it can’t be that bad.
Excellent video Rik it happens everywhere not just Tenerife 👍👍
Very true
Great advice Rick!
Glad you think so! and thanks for watching
I did wonder when you would touch on this subject Rick and you delivered. Very well explained. It seems to be rife the world over. It's life i think u said... agreed. Thanks again and take care🙏.
Glad you enjoyed it Margaret
Well said Rick. Lovely to meet you and Shelley yesterday at Hoppys. Sam
Nice to meet you Sam
Great one Rick .Thanks For The Heads Up 👍.
Welcome Dave
We feel as safe as we can we are more wary when around playa las Americas but also anywhere on the island yes proper zipped man bag or handbag.Glad you putting this vlog out there Rick.But we love coming to the island it won’t stop us we don’t drink loads to be unsafe.
Nice one Donna. thanks
You are right rick it can happen anywhere
You just to be careful.
I have to agree there Angela thanks
Well said Rick great video! 👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Thanks Andy
Great vlog rick real topics unlike some that constantly boost there own business not real❤
Glad you enjoyed it
Well put rick , be aware keep valubles in front pockets
Absolutely
hi rickey fantasy vido yes l must agree with u this can happen anywhere u go by the way l am coming to tenerife early in September hope to bump into u great advice Xx
Have a great time
Thanks, Rick very informative, and helpful, been to tenerife several times. Never seen anything out of the ordinary, but know it goes on, especially the looky lookies with the bracelets, will now Never leave unattended bags phones, thanks for the info, and keep up the good work, Mike McDaid.
Cheers Mike
Never seen anyone robbed in Ibiza
Cant see that from thé uk
I got approached by a bag seller in Porto Colon trying to selling me a bag for my wife and when I said no , he offered me Cocaine , I don't do drugs !!🤔
It's unfortunate but they just move on.
Excellent video, thank you. Don't understand people saying they won't come back to Tenerife 'cos of Jay/Drugs/Pick pockets. That happens all over the world. I was there last September and had an amazing time & will definitely be back when my health improves 🤞😍
Nice one Carol thanks
We come to Tenerife 2s a year and always have your wits about people but just like you said Rick just like Newcastle and any were ❤
So true Lesley
Been going Tenerife for 24 yrs now sometimes several times a year, like you say Rick its all about common sense etc.and not putting yourself in that position of leaving phones on tables, wallets in pockets etc.
Xx
Have to agree Jackie. Thanks
Thank you
You're welcome
Rick you are right people need to be aware its up to us to keep safe I've seen it to often woman leave their bags i always take my bag with me ❤❤❤❤😊😊😊
Nice one Jackie
Very true, you have to look after yourself anywere these days 😢. My husband would have done the same, protecting his family ❤.. We've been coming to Tenerife for over 30 years and have never experienced any problems. It's really good advice, brilliant love, your honesty 😊xx❤
Thanks Jeanette
Anyone else see a UFO about 1min 50’seconds in ? On the right …. Anyway this just was on on my recommend feed , so gave it a view , good common sense , was always that way in 90’s , folk would start talking about football then one guy would be trying to get your wallet from your pocket
Haha you had me looking
Great video good advice being to los cristanous few times loved it no problem's hope to return 👍.
Glad you enjoyed it
💯A good tanking Rick my hubby would have done the same
I would have done it without thinking. As did he I believe.
I have 1 question. Why have you not made 1 video on jay slater, and you have made 4 videos in tenerife in the last 4 weeks and not once have you mentioned him ????
TH-cam makes money! And making money from someone’s loss is a moral compass I cannot condone!! Other than speculation I have no idea what the real story is.
So the only other reason to make a video would be to make money and that doesn’t sit well with me. Hope that helps! Rick
Tenerife does seem to have gotten alot worse of late though. The amount of attacks, muggings, thefts and disappearances has definitely increased.
I used to live there myself and its on a different level now.
What a sad world it is when you can’t carry your owned hard earned cash aside from exactly what you can afford to lose or wear your favourite jewellery.
Well said rick love tenerife won't put me off I visit about two or three times a year Los christanos very safe will be back in September looking forward to it 👍☘️☘️
Have a great time
Brilliant video as always Rick, so honest and genuine, unlike the other "tenerife vloggers".
Agree with every single thing and example you mentioned today, ur videos on the channel and together with Shelly are absolutely brilliant.
My elderly parents go out to the apartment every year in March and do the exact same things as u say, by not making themselves an obvious target and keeping things safe and not taking big wads of cash out each night.
Having been out to visit them there, theres still so many folk who dont think like that and no wonder they are targetted.
Loving the channel, the story about the family at the karaoke last week was amazing, hopefully see Shelly sing next March when out for a break in LC.
Cheers.
Thanks so much for the kind words. Appreciate it
Great job Rick just what people want to hear. We go there 4,5 times a year 😊😅
Mate I have been robbed at gun point in Morocco. I have been arrested in Saudi Arabia for drinking a 7up in the street during Ramadan. I was slapped by Garda Civil in Ibiza for refusing to pay a fine. I have an outstanding fine in Turkey for £10 payments for a Uk citizen entering Turkey but I was working in Northern Iraq and Southern Turkey and I payed the first £10 but refused the other 15 times. I was in Tenerife in May 2011 when the woman was beheaded at the Valdez Centre in Los Cristiano’s. I was in Yates at Starco when a guy tried to rob my Oakley sunglasses and my elbow accidentally smashed his face in. I was arrested in Magaluf at 19 for walking into a fight. I walked up the hill as police were moving people down the hill. I eventually became the front of the line and I took exception to the police man hitting me with his batton. They drove us out into the middle of nowhere and it took two hours to walk back to palma nova. If you travel enough you will meet up with criminals and the law at some point in life but it’s never stopped me travelling.
Haha remind me never to be your wing man lol.
You could write a book!
Thanks Angry
@@ricktenerife as iceman told Maverick, you can be my wingman any day 😂 😂
opinion on the jay slater case 🤔🤔🤔
It’s Ok! I like the way my knee caps are facing if that Ok!!lol
As mentioned, like all towns and cities. If you want to find trouble within 10 minutes it will present itself.
The average to normal holiday maker won’t even see that side.
Great one rick 👍
Thanks 👍
Never take jewellery away on holiday.. there is a black corner .. as if leaving buddies .. walking down .. then turn left to Mirador strip.. they jump out of cars there. Like you say . Only take out what you need 😊
Have to agree Ann. Thanks
This is exactly right, you just have to be extra vigilant and savy that you don't fall victim to it because as you say it would happen at home. Xx
Of course it would! thanks
Amazing post!!!!
Thanks John
My sons gold chain got snapped off his kneck new year the worst of it was given to him off his dad he doesn't even drink he was visiting friend's in los cristianos
Yeah…. That’s such a shame
Couldn't help but thinking los criminalos would be a better name for the place.
Yes it is safe I've been twice now no problems❤❤
Absolutely brilliant vlog Rick, as you know we have been coming over for a number of years and if you are aware of what you’re doing you can see all of those scenarios every day. Well done 👍😎
Thanks Denny. I agree with you.
Well done Rick, it needed to be said.stay take care and stay safe. 😘
Thanks for this Rick, coming to Tenerife in September and had no
Preconceived ideas or worries from recent events, it’s a bl&&dy sh&t show all over the world in varying degrees and as a result common sense must come to the fore?! Great vlogs as always ❤
Thanks so much Lorraine. Have a great time.
Wow interesting blog, I never come to Tenerife with my jewellery and we only take out what we can afford to loose, great you’ve put this warning out there 👍
Thanks for watching Karen
Same here Karen,great advice😊
Wise words Rick 👍
Thanks Sharon
have you found my phone yet from 3 years ago lol
🤣
Rick there's Drugs,theft and scumbags everywhere mate .I had my wallet pinched whilst lying by the pool in Castle Harbour about 28 years ago ,it was when there used to be a lot of the timeshare people living there ,so there was a few desperate individuals knocking about . Also a year or two later we were down the strip and a looky looky came up to us at a table trying to sell my wife a watch . Like an idiot I said why does she want a new watch when she has one on that has diamonds in it . Later we get in a cab back to Castle Harbour and notice the watch is gone . I think the looky looky must of tipped off a pickpocket . I was stupid on both occasions .
Rick sorry to bring this up but weren't you the one who said it was safe to leave your phone and wallet on the table whilst nipping to the loo in the pub you worked at on the Mirador strip ?
HeyJason. Yes I was pal, but thats different. Thats INSIDE the bar. Its the people who leave them on the street side and then turn away that blows my mind.
What a brilliant vlog Rick, very interesting xx
Glad you enjoyed it
Hi m8 ,I agree 💯, with all you just said ...well done
Cheers Webby
Id rather go somewhere there arent pick pockets. Its looks a dump
Your loss! All the best
Nice one Ricky boy time the police got more time to get rid of these gits and the scooters lookie lookie men and night clubs close bit early 🤩🤩
Its gotten to far gone for that unfortunately, But I am not out after 11pm unless I am working so it doesnt effect me.
We always take out what we think we need for that day/night. If you take all your money out then you are fair game to be robbed in
My opinion. Rick see you on Thursday in Hoppy’s if Shelley is better. ❤
She is a lot better Mike. See you then!
Hi Rick, my wife had her bag snatched off her shoulder by a young lad but there was no money or cards in it only makeup I hope the lipstick was his colour, another time someone came up to us outside the Mediterranean palace he was putting his hand near my pocket I shouted in his face and he was off, I always wear shorts with zips on the pocket’s which I bought in Tenerife, when we go out on an evening I only take enough money for the night, we don’t consider Tenerife unsafe crime happens everywhere
Have to agree Reeds. Thanks
Hi Rick, well done on this Vlog, it dosnt matter where you go don’t stand out with lots of rings and jewels on, a wallet with no card , enough money for the evening, some folk take there passports with them as well, a Blackpool Kiss Me quick Hat is sure to stand out in Tenerife 😂😂. Think that Pick pocket on Beach 🏖️ got a sore one. Cheers 👋, enjoy your week .
Well said John. All the best
Two guys tried to pickpocket my older brother once in Birmingham because he probably looks vulnerable because he's only 5'2, but what these two guys did not know 😂 my brother as been training people in all aspects of marital arts for probably over 20 years now,but unfortunately my brother did get arrested but it never went to court,but the two guys went to hospital 😊
Justice served in my eyes
Informative. Thank you.
When Scotsman in Tenerife posts vlogs with a similar title, it’s just Clickbait with boring content. 9:55 I’d had enough of it and unsubscribed a long time ago.
This is more like it. Well done!👍
Glad you enjoyed it Thanks
Exactly what I did. Kevin’s clickbait was and still is OTT. Unsubscribe ages ago
To be fair i think i have hundreds if not thousands of videos promoting Tenerife dont be offended by clickbait lol @craiglancaster1882
Great video ,valuable information 😊
Glad it was helpful!
Well said, I get so sick of hearing how bad Tenerife is yet nobody is prepared to take responsibility for their own actions.
So true Neil
Just sums up what this planet has become, Tenerife is ust no different from anywhere else, please dont ask me why its has become the planet that it has as I cant give you the answer nor can I offer a solution, what I do know is that it really is a shame and I wonder how much longer can it go on. excellent post. All the best Rick
Thanks so much
Tenerife is as safe as you keep yourself safe, just like the UK.
Problem is Rick, we can make videos like this until we’re blue in the face but we either get accused of clickbaiting, or folk simply don’t take heed of the advice.
I feel safer in Veronicas than I do in the high street of my hometown at Bournemouth at night. Statistically a less chance of getting robbed, stabbed or even worse.
So true Col. thanks
Yes it is i love it there can't wait to come back next year with my friend people will never put me oof coming over there x
Great stuff Julie
Not once mentioned jay slater. Dose he know more. Fella, i know this affects your buissnes and probably is affecting your business, but a kid has lost his life
R.i.p jay slater. Hes only making this because hes losing money b
Absolute despise anyone who made money off that poor lad and the families misery no matter what the lads past was.
People profiteering from that are the lowest of the low in my eyes!
Hence the reason I remain quiet.
Thanks for getting involved.
Great vlog as usual Rick.2 sides to every story ..After what happened in Southport ,England yesterday re 3 innocent little children died after attack ,is Tenerife safe?!A lot safer than England it seems .No more words sorry😢😢
So so sad Linda
Great vlog Rick. Trouble happens everywhere, look at poor Southport.🙏 Unfortunately Trouble has a knock on effect from Beer, drugs, pickpockets opportunists, it's always linked to something, and as sad as it we just have stay out of it. You can't live your life being scared. Tenerife is as safe as you make it for yourself, act with caution like you do everyday and there's no issue whatsoever.
Totally agree Nikki. Thanks
So do I put myself in a compromising position being a nurse finishing a backshifts?
Yes, But not by choice. What I was trying to say was this singer because of her position was extra alert to her surroundings, as most probably are you when working late.
@@ricktenerife yes but I would also add women are always on alert around men. I think it’s primal instinct. I think reducing the risk helps by either street lamps or police presence. Women don’t know which men are more deviant so they have to assume u til ruled out. This is my personal option and experience
Ive been coming to tenerife for years, never been a victim of theft i dont regard myself lucky but like home am aware of my surroundings and thats why ive not been a victim of theft, am out in september for 3 weeks hope ive not kinxed myself now lol, great vlog rick about a serious topic unlike andy pandys vlogs about it 😅
Have a great time John. As I mentioned Negative sensationalism sells
@@ricktenerife oh I will as usual and 100% correct rick
Good on him
Absolutely. Justice served
Hi Rick, every town and city has an underbelly. These people are very tricky and you just need to keep your wits about you at all times. Trust no one 👍
Very true
Rick you sure you got this right. The guy giving the thrashing looks like a tramp/pickpocket and the guy being thrashed looks like a young guy at the beach with his family 🤔🤔
It was defo a thief getting the kicking Buster. It was well publicised on the island
@@ricktenerife well its a shame he didn’t cave his head in. One less on that beautiful island. Mate love the vlogs. Much better than FAT BOYS 😂
@@ricktenerifemy mistake sorry
🛸 UFO 🛸 spotted in the blue sky when Rick explains the dad catches pickpocket 👽👽👽👽👽👽
Rats 🐀 are everywhere Rick, you just have to be aware of your surroundings. Having said that the drug problem on the island is getting out of control 😢
Is it though? I think it’s the same as it always has been, it’s just the sellers are more complacent in offering it so it seems that way
I always think it's down to peoples own stupidty that creates scenarios like your topic.
I love Tenerife, fully aware press will always highlight a story without the full press being shown. Been going to Tenerife for well over 20 years, never once (personally) seen any issues.
Gonna re name you JUST RICK FARAGE Finally someone someone speaking the truth and making sense 😮😂❤
Haha thanks Andy! I think that’s a compliment lol
But can he stop the migrants
@@Packaging_man I am a migrant myself remember
@@ricktenerife Not a illegal one though don’t get me started
@@Packaging_man lol
Clicks mean FLORIDA HOLIDAYS 🤣🤣🤣
You got that right!
@@timevans8902 another lover 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@timevans8902 ya brain washed 🤣
@@timevans8902 🤣🤣🤣
@@timevans8902 Just read all your comments on this thread Tim and the true colours have come out I am afraid. and its time to say goodbye. I am not here to be goaded by people. Say hi to Knightstrider whilst drinking in his bar from me. All the best pal.
I’ve been to Tenerife more than 20 times and will always return. Some people let their guard down on holiday and think everyone is a ‘holidaymaker’. Common sense wherever you are. You wouldn’t carry valuable documents about at home or leave your phone or bag unattended, maybe if your in your very cosy local… so why be silly on holidays.
So true Dori
Good video. Your a good guy
I appreciate that
@@ricktenerife your welcome 😁
Rick luckily i stopped going to the beautiful island of tenerife when i heeded the warnings from kevin the scotsman.TENERIFE DISASTER,IT DIDN'T END WELL IN TENERIFE, DONT FALL FOR THIS SCAM ,he frightened me for life i used to love going to tenerife..
That’s click bait through and through!! For me Tenerife is the safest place on earth
Andy if u stopped going to Tenerife due to my videos I worry you will feel safe anywhere as I have hundreds of videos praising Tenerife don't be offended by titles .
@@ScotsmaninTenerife Hope you are well Kev
Well said kevin x @ScotsmaninTenerife
Rick &kev, I hope you realised I was pulling your leg, lol..
So true 👍🏼
It's the same in any place just take care see U2 soon
Cheers Dave
Is Gateshead high street safe .
Haha Not really sure. I lived in Newcastle but worked 7 years in Gateshead so only visited for work really.
nothing will stop me coming to Tenerife. I am far more careful now than I was 20yrs ago.though. I always keep myself aware of my surroun ings and the people I see walking about with handbags open and purses on the top. Phones sticking out of pockets,madness.Great video Rick. Re the video of the thief getting hit, I don't blame the man who hit him,The media as always have to make a story about how dangerous Tenerife is, I feel safe there.
Well said Tricia