Majorca crisis as proliferation of 'illegal' holiday rentals far from hotspot sparks fury

An anti-tourist placard is seen in front of vacation apartments (Image: Getty) Suburbs of Palma in Majorca are seeing an increase in tourists, despite few hotels being located there. Local residents believe they know the reason for the unexpected increase and are planning to take matters into their own hands. Spain has been gripped by growing anti-tourist protests , as local communities vent their anger at the effects of mass tourism .

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