In this liquid society in which we live it is increasingly difficult to find true love. Some cases like that of Angela and Eduardo give hope to future generations: the couple has been happily married for more than fifty years. To celebrate, the lovers went on a free trip to Benidorm. They did it thanks to the Majadahonda City Council, which since 2003 has been giving romantic getaways to those celebrating their golden wedding anniversary.
Ángela told Telemadrid how much fun she had on their romantic trip: “It was great, with a lot of companionship. When we arrived we did not know anyone, but there was a huge pineapple and we were treated very well”. She also assured that she would not mind returning to Benidorm on her 55th wedding anniversary.
Only pensioners from sixty years of age who are registered in Majadahonda may apply for the trip. In total, they will enjoy seven days and six nights of getaway in a four-star hotel where they will coincide with other couples who have been together for half a century.
This is not the only initiative that the consistory organizes in honor of veteran couples. On Valentine’s Day, the mayor of Majadahonda gives commemorative plaques to those who celebrate fifty years together. The event includes a projection of images of children, grandchildren and other family members who have witnessed their love. To register for this event you must fill out a form provided by the City Council in addition to delivering the Family Book and a wedding photograph.
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