At LOCK & enjoy!, we are continuing our expansion process. For this reason, we’ve prepared an interesting article exploring the cities to open franchise a LOCK & enjoy! an excellent opportunity to start a highly profitable business.
Which cities to Open a LOCK & enjoy! Franchise are they?
Before diving into the details of the cities where you can open a franchise, we encourage you to learn more about our history. We have established ourselves as a leading company in offering smart lockers for anyone needing to leave their belongings in a safe place while enjoying the city and its many activities.
Barcelona
Barcelona is the most lucrative city due to its status as the second most visited city in the country, only behind Madrid.
In 2023, more than 8 million people visited Barcelona, including those staying in various important municipalities in the province. Economically, the direct impact was nearly 13 billion euros.
Considering the size of the city and its tourist figures, there is potential to open more than one franchise. For example, in Seville, we have five locker locations.
Granada
Granada ranks 8th among the most visited provinces in Spain, making it highly significant. Nearly 2 million people visited in 2023, drawn by its rich history, art, culture, and gastronomy.
However, Granada has another economic draw: it is one of the country’s most important university cities, alongside Salamanca. The latest figures estimate that six out of ten students are from outside the province, and even from outside Spain.
Alicante
In 2023, Alicante was visited by nearly one million people, placing it 22nd on the list. However, the city is a gateway to other more prominent tourist destinations such as Benidorm, Denia, and Torrevieja. We’d like to highlight that we already have a locker location in Benidorm, but there’s also the possibility of opening another in the famous Poniente Beach area.
Alicante is a city known for its sun and beach tourism, but it is also very welcoming and pleasant. Most tourists visiting this city are families with children seeking tranquillity.
Bilbao
We already have a locker location in San Sebastián, but Bilbao is even more visited, according to the latest data from last year.
It’s a small city, making it ideal for day visits, where many tourists look for a safe and secure place to store their belongings 24/7—key features of our locations. It’s also important to note that many visitors come to sample the famous pintxos.
Córdoba
The city of Córdoba is also well-positioned, with nearly 1 million visitors in 2023, placing it 19th on the list. It has significant gastronomic and cultural value, with the Mosque-Cathedral being the city’s most important tourist attraction.
Additionally, in recent years, Córdoba has gained relevance in conference tourism, thanks to its extensive infrastructure for such events.
Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela is globally renowned as the final destination of the famous Camino de Santiago. Although it’s typically a short-lived type of tourism, it’s important to note that nearly 1 million people visited the city last year.
For us, it’s one of the best opportunities in terms of profitability. The reason is that once pilgrims finish the Camino, they need to leave their backpacks and personal items somewhere while they rest and enjoy the city. Furthermore, our smart lockers can now be reserved by the hour.
Tenerife
The island of Tenerife also presents an excellent opportunity given its tourism figures. The capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, was visited by nearly 300,000 tourists, while the island as a whole exceeded 6.5 million in 2023.
Tourism is the island’s most important source of income and the engine of job creation. For example, 35% of the GDP (Gross Domestic Product) comes from tourism, and 40% of employment also depends on it.
Additionally, Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a great place to establish a LOCK & enjoy! business, as we would keep tourists’ belongings safe while they explore the island by car.
Zaragoza
Zaragoza was visited by over 1 million people in 2023, ranking 14th on the list. The reasons are clear: gastronomy, popular festivals, nightlife, and a rich historical heritage.
Despite its large size, the city centre can be explored in a day, making it an ideal place for tourists who only plan to stay for a short time. This scenario makes it a perfect location to open a franchise like ours.
Ibiza
Ibiza is renowned both nationally and internationally for its beaches, coves, and nightlife. Nearly 4 million people stayed on the island throughout last year, and prospects for this year are even better.
We’d like to highlight that thousands of young people book boats daily to take them to Ibiza to enjoy a night at the best clubs and discos in the country. Therefore, it also becomes an ideal area to open a location, as it can also be booked for just one night.
Girona
Although Girona city isn’t among the most visited, the province stands out on the list, with nearly 9 million tourists staying in various accommodation options.
There are very important tourist hotspots in the province, such as Lloret de Mar or Blanes. Additionally, the Girona Pyrenees is an attractive option due to its increasing number of visitors year after year.
Have you decided cities to open franchise a LOCK & enjoy!? If so, don’t hesitate to request information through our form so we can advise you and explain the process in more detail.
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