Tourists fined for dangerous car stunt in Majorca
Shocking footage captures reckless tourists dangling from moving vehicles on a Spanish holiday island. Local police crack down with hefty fines as authorities condemn the dangerous behaviour.
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Majorca Declares Emergency After Devastating Flash Floods
Majorca faces a state of emergency as torrential rain and flash floods swamp the holiday hotspot, turning streets into rivers and prompting dramatic rescues.
Costa del Sol Crackdown: Tourists Face Bans for Bad Behaviour
Holidaymakers in Spain's Balearic Islands are facing strict new rules as authorities crack down on booze-fuelled antics. Discover the six new offences that could see you fined or even banned from the resorts.
British Tourist Found Dead on Canary Islands Cruise Ship
A British tourist has been discovered deceased in his cabin aboard the Fred Olsen cruise ship 'Borealis'. Spanish authorities are investigating the sudden death as the ship docks in the Canary Islands.
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Migrant surge in Balearics raises Europe gateway fears
A sudden surge in migrant arrivals to Spain's Balearic Islands has raised concerns that the archipelago could become a new entry point for irregular migration into Europe.
Mallorca gives free gifts to tourists after protests
Spain's anti-tourism campaign in Mallorca takes an unexpected turn as local authorities offer free gifts to visitors, sparking mixed reactions.
Majorca protests: Locals demand end to overtourism
Tensions boil over in Majorca as residents take to the streets, demanding an end to mass tourism and its impact on their island.
Spanish beach bars demand urgent help over tourist tax
Popular beach bars in Spain are pleading for urgent government action as a new tourist tax threatens their survival. Owners warn of closures and job losses.
Tourist's visa mistake leads to £2k fine and travel ban
A British tourist shares her shocking ordeal after being fined and banned from a Spanish island for unknowingly breaking a little-known rule.
Spain’s Balearics tighten alcohol rules for UK tourists
British holidaymakers heading to Spain's Balearic Islands face strict new alcohol restrictions. Here’s how the rules could impact your summer getaway.
Majorca hotels: Brits cancel over protest fears
Majorca's hoteliers report a wave of cancellations as British holidaymakers fear backlash from local anti-tourism activists. Industry leaders demand government action to protect the island's vital tourism economy.
Brits face Spain sunbed tax fines up to €100/day
UK holidaymakers in Spanish resorts may be hit with unexpected charges for using sunbeds as local authorities crack down on 'sunbed hogging'. Learn how to avoid fines.
Spanish islands fear Brits will skip holidays due to new rules
Tourism hotspots in Spain worry as UK travellers may avoid holidays due to strict new entry requirements, hitting local economies hard.
Mallorca tourism drops amid overtourism protests
The popular holiday destination of Mallorca is experiencing a decline in visitor numbers as local protests against overtourism gain momentum. Find out how this could reshape the island's future.
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Brit tourists boycott Majorca over restaurant 'rip-offs'
British holidaymakers are shunning Majorca's restaurants, calling out exorbitant prices and poor value for money. Locals fear the backlash could hit the island's tourism economy.
Palma Airport strikes threaten summer travel chaos
Major travel disruption expected as Palma de Mallorca Airport staff announce strike action over wages, threatening holiday plans for thousands.
Spain's two-word warning to tourists
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Majorca tourist tax hike: Exact date revealed
Tourists heading to Majorca will soon face higher taxes as the Balearic Islands government confirms a steep increase. Find out when the new rates kick in and how much more you'll pay.
Brit in Majorca: 'It’s like Munich, not Spain!'
A British expat in Majorca complains the island has become 'too German' with techno bars, bratwurst stalls, and Bavarian-style resorts overshadowing local culture.
‘Tourists Go Home’: Protests Rock Spain’s Holiday Islands
Locals in Spain’s popular holiday islands are rising up against mass tourism, citing overcrowding and rising living costs. Discover the tensions behind the protests.
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