Mallorcans have been protesting against overtourism. (Image: Getty) A local from Mallorca said this summer’s anti-tourism protests should be a “wake-up call” for the country’s government. Last July, Mallorca witnessed significant protests as locals took to the streets of Palma, the island's capital, to voice their growing frustration with overtourism.
Demonstrators marched with placards bearing slogans like "no to mass tourism" and "tourism, but not like this," to voice their discontent with the overwhelming number of visitors that the island now attracts. Jaume Fuster, a 27-year-old hotel worker, supported the protesters’ cause, despite not being able to attend the demonstrations himself. function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.
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(Image: Getty) Fuster’s perspective is shared by many young Mallorcans who find themselves unable to live independently due to the island's escalating housing crisis. With wages from seasonal hospitality jobs, many, like Fuster, are forced to live with their parents as the cost of living outpaces their earnings. The protests were not just a spontaneous outburst but a buildup of the simmering tensions that have been growing over the years as tourism numbers continue to rise.
Mallorca, an island with a resident population of just under a million, is bracing itself to host an estimated 20 million visitors this year alone. This influx has led to mounting concerns over the strain on the island’s infrastructure, resources, and the daily lives of its inhabitants. The protesters’ grievances extend beyond just housing.
The sheer volume of tourists is exerting immense pressure on the island’s resources. Don't miss..
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You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy In some areas, water restrictions had to be implemented in July, a direct response to the unsustainable demand placed on Mallorca’s water supplies by the influx of visitors. Moreover, the island’s roads are often clogged with rental cars, while the public transportation system struggles to cope with the ever-increasing number of tourists.
The protests are not just about the inconvenience caused by the crowds. They also reflect a deeper concern about the future of Mallorca. Many locals feel that the island’s traditional way of life and its natural environment are being sacrificed at the altar of mass tourism.
The rise of all-inclusive resorts, in particular, has been singled out as a factor that is depriving local businesses of revenue, as tourists spend most of their money within the confines of these resorts, leaving little for the wider community..
