A new cash payment system for renting sunbeds and parasols has been launched on the beaches of El Perchel, Puerto Rico, and Playa de Mogán, according to an announcement from the Mogán Town Council.
The service has been available since last Friday and is designed to offer beachgoers greater flexibility when paying for their sunbeds.
The system is based on newly installed totems, machines that resemble and operate like parking metres. Each beach is equipped with one or more of these devices. Users simply select the service they require, pay the corresponding fee, and receive a printed ticket, which they must keep during their stay.
However, in addition to the totems, users can still pay with a bank card directly to the sunbed attendants, who carry portable card readers.
Willy García, the Councillor for Beaches, visited the El Perchel totem on Monday and explained the reasoning behind the update. "Until now, payment has only been available by card due to security concerns. However, many beachgoers have been requesting the option to pay in cash. After evaluating different options, we decided on these payment machines."
The new system aims to improve convenience and accessibility for both residents and tourists, enhancing the overall beach experience in one of Gran Canaria’s most popular coastal areas.
